Go With the Flo

In this episode, Folarin is joined by Blake Guillaume, founder of Element Training Club in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. They discuss Blake’s journey from UPenn to consulting at Bain and strategy and operations at DoorDash, the quarter-life crisis that pushed him to rethink his definition of success, and his decision to leave corporate America to pursue entrepreneurship. Blake shares how a failed attempt to buy a gym eventually led to him opening his own, the financial and personal risks he took to bring Element to life, and the challenges of building a business from the ground up. They also get into building in public, going viral on social media, creating community through fitness, HYROX training, betting on yourself, and much more!!

TIME STAMPS:

Start -1:30   Blake intro

1:30-5:15   From UPenn to Bain 

5:15-9:00  Deciding to leave to tech 

9:00-13:30  Quarter life crisis 

13:30-25:00   Taking a leap of faith to entrepreneurship 

25:00-28:10   Community 

28:10-30:30   Coming up with the name Element Training Club

30:30-38:40  building in public 

38:40-40:40  Financing the business 

40:40-50:20  Building out a team, opening 

50:20-End    Reflecting and whats to come 

CREDITS:

Hosted by Folarin Okulaja

Produced by Folarin Okulaja

Engineered by Folarin Okulaja

Subscribe to Go With the Flo on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

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https://open.spotify.com/show/0TCIEfodZuvVgnOVsho4lj?si=N3Pvw2hpR7u4979mwAZ5lQ&dl_branch=1

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-with-the-flo/id1551569516

In this episode, Folarin is joined by Chicago-based R&B singer and songwriter itoldLexi. They discuss her early start in music through the Chicago Children’s Choir, the discipline and international experiences that shaped her, and how her parents helped guide her creative journey. Lexi shares her time at Berklee College of Music, navigating finding her sound, and the process of developing as an artist. They also get into her experiences working with Chance the Rapper, performing at Lollapalooza, and building confidence as a performer. The conversation also touches on vulnerability in songwriting, personal growth, her time living in London, and what’s next for her career, and much more!!

TIME STAMPS:

0:00 – Intro

2:30 – Growing up + getting into music (Chicago Children’s Choir)

6:30 – Choir experience + discipline + international travel

11:00 – Musical influences + early songwriting

15:30 – Finding her sound + artistry development

20:00 – Personal growth + London experience + self-improvement

26:30 – Berklee College of Music

32:30 – Songwriting process + vulnerability in music

36:30 – Working with Chance the Rapper + early industry moments

40:30 – Performing (Lollapalooza + live shows)

42:30 – Putting music out + confidence as an artist

43:45 – Goals for the future + what success looks like

45:23 – Outro

CREDITS:

Hosted by Folarin Okulaja

Produced by Folarin Okulaja

Engineered by Folarin Okulaja

Subscribe to Go With the Flo on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeheP4nl7aAFDmC8QgV-LUQ

https://open.spotify.com/show/0TCIEfodZuvVgnOVsho4lj?si=N3Pvw2hpR7u4979mwAZ5lQ&dl_branch=1

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-with-the-flo/id1551569516

In this episode, Folarin is joined by Nigerian international footballer Michelle Alozie. They discuss her journey from Yale to professional soccer, navigating setbacks like going undrafted and playing in Kazakhstan, and how a cold email led to her opportunity with the Houston Dash. Michelle shares her experience joining the Super Falcons, playing in the World Cup, Olympics, and winning WAFCON, including her game-winning semifinal goal. They also get into her life off the pitch, balancing cancer research, brand partnerships, and her growing interest in fashion, and much more!!

TIME STAMPS:

0:00 – Michelle Intro

3:22 – Getting into soccer + early career

4:18 – Choosing Yale + Ivy League vs SEC

5:42 – ACL injury + going undrafted

8:10 – Kazakhstan experience

11:36 – Houston trial + cold email story

13:27 – “Shoot your shot” mindset

15:21 – Houston Dash journey

18:56 – Getting called up to Nigeria

22:38 – First cap + early Super Falcons experience

24:32 – World Cup + Olympics experiences

32:09 – WAFCON run + game-winning goal

38:19 – Life off the field (research, media, fashion)

51:18 – Reflection + betting on yourself

56:00 – Outro

CREDITS:

Hosted by Folarin Okulaja

Produced by Folarin Okulaja

Engineered by Folarin Okulaja

Subscribe to Go With the Flo on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeheP4nl7aAFDmC8QgV-LUQ

https://open.spotify.com/show/0TCIEfodZuvVgnOVsho4lj?si=N3Pvw2hpR7u4979mwAZ5lQ&dl_branch=1

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-with-the-flo/id1551569516

In this episode, Folarin is joined by musical artist CamilosGarden. They get into his journey through different genres and why he’s now focused on building a sound that’s more authentic to his roots. CamilosGarden talks about his creative process, his obsession with music videos and cinematography, and what it’s like navigating the highs and lows of virality. They also cover his On The Radar appearances, going on tour with Lil Tjay (including performing at the O2 Arena), working with ASAP Ferg, and much more!!

TIME STAMPS:

0:00 - 132K Listeners at 23 Years Old

4:20 – Growing Up in Queens + Colombian Roots

7:00 – From Boom-Bap to Melodic Pop

10:15 – Finding His Sound & Not “Skipping Steps”

14:05 – Creative Process & Writing Catchy Hooks

17:40 – Why Music Videos Matter

21:10 – “All I Want for Christmas Is Drill” Goes Viral

25:30 – The Highs & Lows of Virality

29:15 – On The Radar + Artistic Growth

32:45 – Touring with Lil Tjay & Performing at the O2 Arena

35:40 – Working with ASAP Ferg

37:30 – TikTok Strategy & Building a Fanbase

39:30 – “Nobody Owes You Anything” Mindset

41:00 – What 2026 Looks Like

In this episode Wilglory Tanjong talks about her experiences at Princeton University and if her Wharton MBA has been worth it. She discusses earlier career pivots and taking a chance as an entrepreneur. She speaks to the creation of Anima Iris, Beyonce wearing her bag, the difficulty in capital raising, and much more!!

TIME STAMPS:

Start-6:51    Princeton University experience 

6:51-12:52    Early career pivots 

12:52-14:30    Traveling the continent of Africa 

14:30-26:45   Is business school worth it?

26:45-38:07   Anima Iris 

38:07-47:30    Inflection points for Anima Iris 

47:30-55:40    Beyonce wearing Anima Iris 

55:40-1:03:50   Capital raising journey 

1:03:50-End    Entrepreneurship advice 

CREDITS:

Hosted by Folarin Okulaja

Produced by Folarin Okulaja

Engineered by Folarin Okulaja

Subscribe to Go With the Flo on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeheP4nl7aAFDmC8QgV-LUQ

https://open.spotify.com/show/0TCIEfodZuvVgnOVsho4lj?si=N3Pvw2hpR7u4979mwAZ5lQ&dl_branch=1

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-with-the-flo/id1551569516

In this episode, Folarin is joined by Nigerian artist Anthony Azekwoh, and they discuss Anthony’s journey as an artist, from getting started with writing in secondary school to then getting into digital art. Anthony discusses dropping out of university and the effect it had on his relationship with his parents, they get into the 5 galleries he has put on and some of his other career accomplishments. They touch on getting over criticism as an artist, allowing yourself to enjoy success, and much more

TIME STAMPS:

Start-4:15   Anthony Intro

 4:15-10:10   Secondary school years 

10:10-14:00  Evolving as an artist

14:00-25:40  dropping out of school / Nigerian parents

25:40-31:20  Getting over criticism 

31:20-36:46  First gallery

36:46-43:20   More accomplishments

43:20-47:00  Appreciation and celebrating accomplishments 

47:00  Advice to other creatives

CREDITS:

Hosted by Folarin Okulaja

Produced by Folarin Okulaja

Engineered by Folarin Okulaja

Subscribe to Go With the Flo on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeheP4nl7aAFDmC8QgV-LUQ

https://open.spotify.com/show/0TCIEfodZuvVgnOVsho4lj?si=N3Pvw2hpR7u4979mwAZ5lQ&dl_branch=1

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-with-the-flo/id1551569516

In this episode, Flo is joined by Cheick, Grant, Obi, and Mo for a group episode. They recap Reps Capital launch weekend and everyone’s highlights from the different events. They recap their Nigeria trip in December, from the parties to the wholesome moments. They then talk about friendship, what makes the group special, give advice to those looking to make friends, and much more!!

TIME STAMPS:

Start-6:42   Group intros  

6:42-18:32   Reps Capital Launch weekend recap 

18:32   Nigeria Recap 

42:30-End     F is for friends 

CREDITS:

Hosted by Folarin Okulaja

Produced by Folarin Okulaja

Engineered by Folarin Okulaja

Subscribe to Go With the Flo on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeheP4nl7aAFDmC8QgV-LUQ

https://open.spotify.com/show/0TCIEfodZuvVgnOVsho4lj?si=N3Pvw2hpR7u4979mwAZ5lQ&dl_branch=1

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-with-the-flo/id1551569516

In this episode, Luisa makes a return to the show after being the 10th guest 4 years ago. Her and Flo reflect on life 4 years in the past and covid shutting down campus. Luisa gets into her time in Sri Lanka, the culture, and  what she was able to learn about herself. They speak about Princeton reunions and what sets it apart from other university reunions, the importance of keeping up with relationships, exciting chance encounters, and much more!!!

TIME STAMPS:

Start-4:38        Luisa intro

4:48-23:02     Luisa’s time in Sri Lanka 

23:02-31:42    Princeton reunions

31:42-38:00   There’s no coincidences 

38-45:50         Jonas Brothers, Kendrick Lamar 

45:50-48:07   Brooooklynnnnnn

48:07-End       Music identity segment 

CREDITS:

Hosted by Folarin Okulaja

Produced by Folarin Okulaja

Engineered by Folarin Okulaja

Subscribe to Go With the Flo on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeheP4nl7aAFDmC8QgV-LUQ

https://open.spotify.com/show/0TCIEfodZuvVgnOVsho4lj?si=N3Pvw2hpR7u4979mwAZ5lQ&dl_branch=1

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-with-the-flo/id1551569516

In this episode, Folarin is joined by Mo who is the co-founder of their news lifestyle brand Reps Capital. They discuss the origin of the brand and everything it takes to launch a lifestyle brand. They speak to the importance of having supportive friends, picking the right business partner, and the feeling of having strangers compliment your clothing. They get into working with Chinese manufacturers, brand inspirations, and much more!!

TIME STAMPS:

Start - 4:10   Mo intro 

4:10-14:35   Reps Cap Origin

14:35-20:07   Steps to launch a brand 

20:07-38:40  The importance of having the right team

38:40-48:30  Brands that are setting the standard 

48:30-End     Reps Capital launch weekend 

CREDITS:

Hosted by Folarin Okulaja

Produced by Folarin Okulaja

Engineered by Folarin Okulaja

Subscribe to Go With the Flo on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeheP4nl7aAFDmC8QgV-LUQ

https://open.spotify.com/show/0TCIEfodZuvVgnOVsho4lj?si=N3Pvw2hpR7u4979mwAZ5lQ&dl_branch=1

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-with-the-flo/id1551569516

In this episode, Folarin is joined by photographer and artist Tayo Kuku Jr. They discuss Tayo’s journey with photography including graduating with an engineering degree, getting over the fear of judgement, and leaving corporate America to pursue his calling full time. Tayo talks about some initial successes including working with Davido, taking pictures at the MET Gala, and his first key art campaign. They then get into Tayo creative directing Davido’s latest album cover, bucket list collaborations, and much more!!

TIME STAMPS:

Start - 4:14    5 year plan after college

4:14-8:50      Finding your passion 

8:50-15:06     Getting into photography 

15:06-18:35    Overcoming fear of judgement

18:35-24:07    Initial successes

24:07-31:46    Leaving corporate 

31:46-33:50   Seeing work in Time Square

33:50-39:00    Fulfilling career moments  

39:00-46:52    Davido 

46:52-50:22   Pinch me moments 

50:22-53:17   Bucket list collabs

53:17-54:35    Artistic inspirations 

54:35-End      Music identity segment 

CREDITS:

Hosted by Folarin Okulaja

Produced by Folarin Okulaja

Engineered by Folarin Okulaja

Subscribe to Go With the Flo on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeheP4nl7aAFDmC8QgV-LUQ

https://open.spotify.com/show/0TCIEfodZuvVgnOVsho4lj?si=N3Pvw2hpR7u4979mwAZ5lQ&dl_branch=1

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-with-the-flo/id1551569516