The Bid Picture with Bidemi Ologunde

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde spoke with Olayinka Ejirinde, a longtime friend and brother of almost 20 years. He spent 8 years in the U.S. Army as a Logistics and Supply Chain Specialist, and he also holds an MBA degree from the University of Dallas. He currently works as a cleared acquisitions specialist with SAIC, a government contractor that works closely with the U.S. Central Command at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida. We spoke about his career path from handling accounts payable, to procurement, and then on to logistics and supply chain management, basically going after and exploring his interests along the way. He pointed out that his end-to-end knowledge and experience of the supply chain led to his current role as a cleared acquisitions analyst.

He also shared some of the hard and soft skills that have sustained his career so far, such as negotiation, contracting, cost savings, balancing the interests of your organization as well as the vendors, data analysis, enterprise resource planning (ERP) skills, the ability to use different types of procurement software, attention to detail, being generally good with numbers, and crucially, emotional intelligence and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

He shared his thoughts on the interaction between education and experience, his advice for anyone trying to explore a career in supply chain management, and how cybersecurity impacts the supply chain and logistics industry.

We also discussed how he motivates himself, what his typical workday looks like, his favorite ways to relax, and his favorite inspirational quote.

Please send questions, comments, and suggestions to [email protected]. You can also get in touch on LinkedIn, Twitter, the Clubhouse app (@bid), and the Wisdom app (@bidemi).

Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's latest book, Feet of Clay: Democracy, Democratic Values & Destructive Influences, available on Amazon, eBay, and Barnes & Noble.

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed mass resignations, burnout, pay increases, employees taking their future into their own hands, an increasing preference for flexible hours, and five things to consider when looking for a new job.

Please send questions, comments, and suggestions to [email protected]. You can also get in touch on LinkedIn, Twitter, the Clubhouse app (@bid), and the Wisdom app (@bidemi).

Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's latest book, Feet of Clay: Democracy, Democratic Values & Destructive Influences, available on Amazon, eBay, and Barnes & Noble.

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde spoke with Tobi Babatunde, a friend, mentee, and former colleague. She shared how curiosity, networking, resilience, attention to detail, and having an analytical mindset prepared her for her first cybersecurity role in October 2020. She also mentioned how her family is a big motivation for her, what her typical workday looks like, and the interaction between her education and experience so far. Finally, we wrapped up by talking about her advice for anyone trying to get into cybersecurity, her favorite book and TV show, and quotes that motivate her.

Please send questions, comments, and suggestions to [email protected]. You can also get in touch on LinkedIn, Twitter, the Clubhouse app (@bid), and the Wisdom app (@bidemi).

Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's latest book, Feet of Clay: Democracy, Democratic Values & Destructive Influences, available on Amazon, eBay, and Barnes & Noble.

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed what happened in Crimea back in 2014, the context of Russia’s President Putin’s actions regarding Ukraine, the demands that have been made by both Russia and Ukraine, the divisions among leaders of Western countries regarding how to handle the Russia/Ukraine situation, and the potential cybersecurity consequences of a likely Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Please send questions, comments, and suggestions to [email protected]. You can also get in touch on LinkedIn, Twitter, the Clubhouse app (@bid), and the Wisdom app (@bidemi).

Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's latest book, Feet of Clay: Democracy, Democratic Values & Destructive Influences, available on Amazon, eBay, and Barnes & Noble.

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde spoke with Staff Sergeant Oyeteju Oyewo (U.S. Army). We spoke about how he immigrated to the U.S. in 2015 and then enlisted in the Army two years later as a CBRN Specialist. We discussed a wide range of topics, including techniques for using social media securely, the potential impacts of the metaverse on society and human interactions, advice for anyone seeking to join the military from a cybersecurity perspective, and wise tips on staying grounded and motivated both personally and professionally. We wrapped up the conversation by sharing our favorite hobbies, music interests, TV shows, and his favorite quote from the Netflix film “Long Story Short.”

You can reach SSG Oyewo on LinkedIn (Oyeteju Oyewo) and Instagram (@_oyeteju).

Please send questions, comments, and suggestions to [email protected]. You can also get in touch on LinkedIn, Twitter, the Clubhouse app (@bid), and the Wisdom app (@bidemi).

Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's latest book, Feet of Clay: Democracy, Democratic Values & Destructive Influences, available on Amazon, eBay, and Barnes & Noble.

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed the downward trend in religion in the U.S. since 2009; how churches and religious services have changed since the pandemic began, and how some churches are using data analytics to target potential worshippers.

Please send questions, comments, and suggestions to [email protected]. You can also get in touch on LinkedIn, Twitter, the Clubhouse app (@bid), and the Wisdom app (@bidemi).

Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's latest book, Feet of Clay: Democracy, Democratic Values & Destructive Influences, available on Amazon, eBay, and Barnes & Noble.

Hello, it’s me, Bidemi Ologunde. Thank you for pressing play—whether you’re a longtime subscriber, a new follower, or you found The Bid Picture Podcast because someone shared an episode with you. It truly means the world. Every single listen reminds me why I started on January 11, 2021—and how this little idea has grown to reach 193 countries.

My mission is simple: help you build a healthier relationship with technology—from the devices in your pocket to emerging tech like AI—so we can all live safer, smarter, healthier lives. I do that by facilitating thoughtful conversations with builders and business owners solving real problems in society, and by doing deep dives into timely topics across tech, cybersecurity, and everyday life.

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— Bidemi Ologunde

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed how a recent human rights law passed in the U.S. led to boycotts of Walmart stores in China and citations by Chinese market regulators that Walmart had violated China’s cybersecurity law.

Please send questions, comments, and suggestions to [email protected]. You can also get in touch on LinkedIn, Twitter, the Clubhouse app (@bid), and the Wisdom app (@bidemi).

Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's latest book, Feet of Clay: Democracy, Democratic Values & Destructive Influences, available on Amazon, eBay, and Barnes & Noble.

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed China’s increasing use of security through obscurity – basically trying to achieve a competitive and strategic advantage by making it more challenging for foreign entities to see data on Chinese companies and citizens.

Please send questions, comments, and suggestions to [email protected]. You can also get in touch on LinkedIn, Twitter, the Clubhouse app (@bid), and the Wisdom app (@bidemi).

Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's latest book, Feet of Clay: Democracy, Democratic Values & Destructive Influences, available on Amazon, eBay, and Barnes & Noble.

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed a very recent phenomenon where social media appears to be providing a new way for psychological disorders to spread quickly around the world; and also some expert recommendations by doctors and other mental health professionals on what parents can do if they observe their teenagers exhibiting some behaviors due to what they were exposed to on social media.

Please send questions, comments, and suggestions to [email protected]. You can also get in touch on LinkedIn, Twitter, the Clubhouse app (@bid), and the Wisdom app (@bidemi).

Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's latest book, Feet of Clay: Democracy, Democratic Values & Destructive Influences, available on Amazon, eBay, and Barnes & Noble.