"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Ibironke Ogunlana, a business owner, compliance manager, mother and charity volunteer based in the UK. The questions cover a personal fact-find, adapting to the changes in fast food retailing, a discussion around the pandemic and uncovering faith-based principles to make a success of life.

Ibironke Ogunlana (Bio)...

Ibironke or (Ronke for short) is a fem-preneur, a cachet now coming up as a descriptive for a new wave of female entrepreneurs starting out in business for themselves just around the couple of years pre-covid 19. Her company “Turkey Bites” is making waves and attracting a diverse crop of customers willing to embrace an authentic recipe, rich, scrumptious and nutritious ready meals.

Ronke has developed her passion for cooking into a service which now caters for events and moving her consumer brand into the fast-moving consumer goods sector. Since launching Turkey-Bites in 2019, Ronke has achieved a milestone in her journey with a transformation of her work-business-family balance.

Ronke is a professional still combining her business ventures while holding down a responsible position in a Financial Institution in City of London. She has an MBA, is a compliance executive, and most importantly  loves God.

Connect with Ronke on :

Instagram: @ibbyogunlana & @turkeybites

Facebook: @Ibbyronkhe Ogunlana & @turkeybitesuk

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Macdonald (Mac) Neife, the current vice-president of National Black Police Association based in UK. The questions cover a personal fact-find, adapting to the changes in Policing, a discussion on community policing and uncovering faith-based principles to make a success of life. 

Macdonald (Mac) Neife, was the Chairman of the Essex Police Minority Ethnic Support Association for 5yrs and was interim Gen Sec for the National Black Police Association before being voted in as the Vice president of the NBPA in 2020.

Mac Neife, is very passionate about community collaboration and this is reflected in his work and priorities. Mac initiated the UNITE project which was funded by the Home Office working with young people in order to tackle things that are associated with the younger generation such as Gangs, Cybercrime, Anti-social behaviour, Alcohol and drug abuse and bullying etc.

Following on from this stint Mac went on to do a one-year secondment with the Princes Trust in Southend (again) working with young people to give them a sense of direction. Mac has been working in Essex for over 17yrs starting from Southend and worked in Benfleet and then in Thurrock for at least 14yrs of that time.

He believes in the empowerment of individuals from minority communities but also in fairness and equality. Mac aims to improve trust and confidence in policing but also to improve our engagement with the local community. Mac also agrees that we should have challenging discussions between the police and the local community so that we learn from each other and to pave the way for the next generation.

Joko Omole is a creative Giftologist. Her customers exist across private, corporate and charities. Her company Zoliab Limited is based in the UK and offers a stylish luxury professional gift-wrapping experience.She is focussed on reducing the impact of waste and therefore uses biodegradable resources. Joko navigates her journey with our interviewer giving insights into how she's adapted her business to the Covid-19 pandemic.

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Joko Omole a "gift-ologist" based in Essex, UK. The questions cover a personal fact-find, adapting to the changes in events industry, a discussion around the pandemic and uncovering faith-based principles to make a success of life. 

Mepple Essien is the founder and CEO of Smoothees Limited. She has a degree in Banking and Finance, and a Masters in finance at the University of Westminster and is currently working as a Finance Manager in the charity sector.  Her company SMOOTHEES produces freshly-juiced, bottled drinks with zero preservatives, additives, colouring or sweeteners.

SMOOTHEES is a black-owned brand name that stands for authenticity and transparency. Mepple is leading and building the brand with a team, primarily focussed on promoting consumption of natural healthy fruits and vegetables. 

When Mepple is not working, she loves to mummy her 2 children and travel the world. It was therefore a distinct privilege to sit down with her to find out about how the business is going. Mepple brought in a few of her products into the studio for a taster and for giveaways to some lucky listeners.

The discussion flows across a number of topics including marketing, logistics, recruitment, mentoring (yep she has a mentor!) and lessons she's learned along the way. 

Pastor Samuel Olumoyegun is a dynamic, passionate and scholarly teacher of the Word. He was born into a family of a Preacher in the Northern part of Nigeria. From a very early stage he has been very aware of his calling and formally accepted Jesus into his life as saviour in 1984.

Pastor Samuel is a graduate of the University of Roehampton, London, in Theology (First Degree and Master’s). His overriding desire is to help believers come to knowledge of Jesus Christ and to help believers develop a passionate hunger for the Word of God. He is very down to earth and also a regular blogger on social media. 

Pastor Samuel is happily married to his wife, Pastor Kathryn. They live in Essex have been married for 30 years and have three children, Zoe, Faith-Jordan, Gideon and a grandson, Zion. Pastor Samuel and Kathryn lead a local congregation Dayspring Chapel in Grays, Thurrock.

In this edition of Real Life recorded in the studios of Thurrock African Group, Community Voice Radio, Femi asks Pastor Sam for insights into how he copes with tough challenges, dealing with death, inter- & intra-faith collaboration between faith groups in Essex. An interesting perspective is provided into how overseers should properly balance the tight-rope between respect and hero-worship of their congregants. Drop into the stream to find out these and other matters.

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course of their lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews JB Rose, Song Writer, Playwright, Publisher, Drama & Vocal Instructor based in Essex, UK. The questions cover her music, coping in the pandemic, artiste collaborations, vegan health, nutrition, her recent hiatus, Gold the new single and video just out on all good platforms. Listen here to hear her songs, a snippet of her powerful voice in the studio; plus insights into the music industry, ... intrigued? Let's go there... 

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course of their lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Shola Alabi. The questions cover a personal fact-find, adapting to the changes in learning , a discussion around the pandemic and uncovering faith-based principles to make a success of life. 

Shola Alabi is a qualified teacher, author, and consultant. With more than 2 decades of professional experience she has established an enviable reputation for herself as an entrepreneurial business woman.  She decided to take the leap of faith, fuelled with passion and guided by purpose to establish a number of learning centres in the Home Counties catering for hundreds of students every week. Her strong foundations are in the core sciences and the success of her tuition centres is validated by the very high success rate of 90% at the selective school exams and GCSE’s + A Levels.

Shola is a woman on a mission, and has multiple awards / accolades in her bow. it is therefore a distinct privilege to sit down with her today to find out about how the various initiatives are going. 

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Olukayode Fasheyi, A legal professional working in Lagos and minister based in Essex, UK. Olukayode owns Niwa and Sceptre a well established legal chambers in Lagos. The questions cover a spiritual fact-find, Revelasis Foundation, House of Revelasis, Revelasis Outreach Group and uncovering faith-based principles to make a success of the mission. 

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Ronke Adewa-Faboro, an experienced and professional wedding planner based in Essex, UK. Ronke owns Bliss Nuptials, a versatile and successful consultancy working with private clients across the English Home Counties. Ronke started out her career as a Formulation Scientist in the Pharmaceutical Industry and left 8 years ago to fully focus on her business. The questions cover a personal fact-find, wedding industry in the pandemic, a discussion around the priorities for young engaged couples, her personal experience when COVID-19 came calling and uncovering faith-based principles to make a success of life. 

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Ms. Fola Afelumo, Owner of Health 1st Wellness Clinic and Nutritional Advice for health, based in Essex, UK. Fola started a Foundation (AOFAC) named for her daughter Anthonia who sadly passed away from the effect of TTP, Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpurra. The questions cover a personal fact-find, the challenges of dealing with loss, the adversity & turnaround, a discussion around the pandemic and uncovering faith-based principles to make a success of life.