BACEO Podcast

NEW EPISODE OUT NOW! What happens when artificial intelligence continues to evolve beyond what we currently understand? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Michel Nzikou Mamboukou, a Congolese geophysicist, researcher and software developer specialising in AI and digital solutions for geosciences. We explore the possibilities of AI, its impact on the future, and one question that sparked a fascin...

Sometimes, your career path doesn’t look like what others planned for you. Etay chose to pursue professional barbering, even when his parents wanted him to focus on his degree. What started with barbing for $5 has grown into a career built around passion, professionalism and consistency. In this episode, he shares his journey, the challenges he faced and the strategies that have helped him keep gr...

Is buying a franchise the ultimate shortcut to business success, or are you better off building from scratch? In this episode of Becoming A CEO , Emmanuel sits down with Durgesh Joshi , an experienced accountant and entrepreneur, for an insightful conversation about entrepreneurship, franchising, scaling a professional practice, and building toward financial independence. Durgesh shares his journe...

A Conversation with Ambassador Olufemi Pedro | Becoming A CEO Podcast In this episode of the Becoming A CEO Podcast , I had an insightful conversation with Ambassador Olufemi Pedro, Nigeria’s High Commissioner to Australia . We explored his journey, from his background and early experiences to his current role in diplomacy and leadership. His story offers valuable lessons on growth, responsibility...

The secret High-Ticket Sales industry no one is talking about.  What if there’s a remote skill that can help you build a high-income career without following the traditional 9–5 path? In this episode of Becoming A CEO , I sit down with Isha , a sales coach who is helping women discover the opportunities available in High-Ticket Sales. We go beyond the surface and unpack what High-Ticket Sales actu...

What does it really take to build a successful business? In this episode, we dive into business, entrepreneurship, knowing your worth, and finding the right co-founder to build with. We explore the importance of understanding your value, making intentional business decisions, and knowing what to look for when choosing someone to share your vision with. The full conversation is now available on Spo...

Meet Reg Tarunvinga, a life coach, on our latest episode as we dive into the powerful lessons that come from growing up as a Christian. In this thought-provoking conversation, we unpack fear, purpose, faith and mentorship and explore how having the right mentor can change the trajectory of your life. If you’ve ever questioned your purpose, struggled with fear, or wondered how to find the right peo...

What does it really take to find your voice, embrace who you are, and grow as a creator? In this powerful conversation with Akira, we explore her journey from growing up in poverty to finding her place in the creative space. She opens up about authenticity, mental health, colourism, content creation, monetisation, and the realities of creating content in Australia. We also have thought-provoking c...

Police, Trust & African Communities in Western Australia | Featuring Dr. Umile Gwakadu What shapes the relationship between police and African communities in Western Australia? Why are some young Africans more likely to be stopped by police? Is the issue perception, policy, or something much deeper? In this thought-provoking episode of the BACEO Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Umile Gwakadu to u...

Is masculinity under attack? What does it really mean to be a strong man in today's world? In this episode of the Becoming A CEO (BACEO) Podcast , we dive into one of today's most debated topics: modern masculinity. Our panel explores what it means to be a man in a rapidly changing society, examining responsibility, leadership, emotional strength, self-control, and the expectations placed...

We’re officially live with a special episode of the Becoming A CEO Podcast. Instead of one guest, I’m joined by three men of wisdom for a thoughtful conversation on: • Who a man is • What makes a responsible man • The relationship between feminism and perceptions of men • Accountability, leadership, and character In a time when conversations about gender and responsibility are often polarized, thi...

Success often comes from embracing opportunities you never expected. Tsabz initially dreamed of becoming a professional footballer. Instead, he found his calling in boxing, where discipline, resilience, and consistency became the foundation of his career. In this episode of the Becoming A CEO Podcast, he shares valuable lessons on: • Adapting when life changes your direction • The importance of fa...

New Episode Now Streaming | Becoming A CEO Podcast Every entrepreneurial journey is shaped by the people you meet and the conversations you have. After sitting down with Brandon White , I couldn't help but think: I wish I had met him earlier in my entrepreneurial journey. As the Community Coordinator at Bloom Crawley, Brandon has spent years supporting founders, startups, entrepreneurs, and in...

🎧 Now Streaming on Spotify "I'm proud to be Iranian." Those words carry so much more meaning after hearing Layla's story. Too often, the media tells only one side of Iran—a side dominated by conflict and negativity. But Layla paints a different picture. She speaks with pride about her homeland, its culture, its people, and the values that shaped her. She also shares the reality...

Success isn't about doing more—it's about doing what matters most. In this insightful episode, we sit down with Ife Freeman —author, productivity coach, and consultant—to explore practical strategies for living and working with purpose. In this conversation, you'll discover: How to set smart, achievable goals Why work-life balance is essential for sustainable success The difference bet...

What does it take to break barriers, redefine success, and thrive in spaces that weren’t designed with you in mind? In this powerful episode, Nkandu Beltz shares her remarkable journey—from discovering her voice as a young poet to navigating leadership, challenging stereotypes, and creating opportunities where none existed. ✨ In this episode, we discuss: • Women in leadership and the misconceptio...

Finding Purpose Through Football | Rodrigues Niyongere In this inspiring episode, Rodrigues Niyongere — 2026 WA Young Australian of the Year Finalist and 2025 Young Community Citizen of the Year — shares his remarkable journey of living with cerebral palsy and discovering purpose through football. Growing up, Rodrigues often struggled to fit in. While football came naturally to many of his peers,...

Had a very interesting conversation with my man Zico — raw, uncomfortable at times, but necessary. Real issues. Real consequences. Real conversations. Allegations of sexual misconduct and rape have become conversations we hear far too often today. But what if we paused for a moment to reflect on where, how, and why we may have gotten things wrong as a society? This episode dives into difficult but...

Are migrants truly exploiting the system—or are they simply navigating structures that were never built to be fair in the first place? In this thought-provoking episode, I sit down with Newton Ndege, legal scholar and Director of GNG Global Investment, to unpack some of the most uncomfortable yet necessary conversations around systems, migration, wealth, and opportunity. From how so-called “perfec...

In this episode of the Becoming a CEO (BACEO) Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Olufemi Oshin, a vascular surgeon, to explore the story behind the title. From an unexpected start in engineering to building a career in medicine, his journey is anything but linear. We explore his transition from the UK to Australia, the realities of navigating new systems as a migrant, and the discipline it takes to pla...

There’s a hard truth many of us avoid… You’re not stuck. You’re not unlucky. You’re not without opportunity. You’re just too afraid to take the risk. In this deeply honest conversation with Bellamore Ndayikeze, we unpack the silent battles many migrants and young entrepreneurs face — the kind no one really talks about. From struggling with confidence… To carrying the hidden weight of a poverty ide...

In this episode of the Becoming a CEO (BACEO) Podcast, I sit down with Rebekah Nona, Founder and CEO of Zimco Consulting, for a deeply honest and eye-opening conversation about identity, leadership, and what it really means to build and thrive in systems that were never designed for you. From starting her journey straight out of school in the mining industry—where women were almost invisible in te...

In this episode of the Becoming a CEO (BACEO) Podcast , I sit down with Oluwaseun Johnson — entrepreneur, wedding planner, decorator, and founder of Pretty and Nice Events — for a deeply honest and thought-provoking conversation. Together, we unpack the real, sometimes uncomfortable truths about marriage, culture, and what many young people are not being told. Drawing from her experience in the we...

Sleep deprivation is one of the most overlooked challenges in motherhood—and it’s affecting more families than we talk about. In this episode, I sit down with Terry Nduta, a sleep consultant and therapist, to unpack the real impact of sleep on mums, families, and relationships. From postpartum depression to resentment, to the silent struggles fathers face—this is a conversation every parent needs...

Out of Pain, Purpose is Born | BACEO Podcast What does it truly mean to live with a condition the world doesn’t fully understand? In this powerful episode of the BACEO Podcast, I sit down with Ciara — a certified Life Coach, Inclusion and Accessibility Advocate, Community Leader, and Mentor — whose story will challenge the way you see disability, identity, and purpose. Ciara doesn’t see people as...