The Bid Picture with Bidemi Ologunde

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed the role and nature of cyberattacks in the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, compared with existing norms of traditional warfare; the cyber cat-and-mouse game playing out in the Russia/Ukraine war; and the second-order consequences of those cyberattacks on countries that are supporting Ukraine’s cyber defenses. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde&ap...

In Episode 143, host Bidemi Ologunde talked about the increasing demand for online health services and stimulants, which started trending upwards sometime in 2019, and how some startup companies have been spending millions of dollars on social media to advertise and make it easier to obtain prescription drugs that treat mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, insomnia, and ADHD. Not surp...

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed how cybercriminals use cryptocurrencies for money laundering, and how the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange became a hub for hackers, fraudsters, and drug traffickers. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed a Facebook survey that shows the real impact of the app on over 360 million of its users. In the second part of the episode, he talked about what social media addiction is, five general social media addiction signs to look out for, as well as tips on slowing down social media usage. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on Link...

In this final part of a 5-part series on cryptocurrency addiction, host Bidemi Ologunde talked about the recent surge in crypto-related lawsuits as investor losses pile up. These lawsuits are going after the issuers of digital coins and tokens in the maturing sector. For this series, you don’t need to listen to each part sequentially. However, please make sure you listen to all five parts, as each...

In this Part 4 of a 5-part series on cryptocurrency addiction, host Bidemi Ologunde talked about the expensive private clinics where they treat crypto addictions, and how inquiries about crypto-related problems have increased by about 300% since 2018. For this series, you don’t need to listen to each part sequentially. However, please make sure you listen to all five parts, as each one covers esse...

In this Part 3 of a 5-part series on cryptocurrency addiction, host Bidemi Ologunde talked about how crypto addiction affected a middle-aged executive in California, and how celebrity endorsements and social media influencers make crypto trading more prone to being addictive. For this series, you don’t need to listen to each part sequentially. However, please make sure you listen to all five parts...

In this Part 2 of a 5-part series on cryptocurrency addiction, host Bidemi Ologunde talked about three individuals in three countries and their experiences with crypto addiction. He also talked about how social media, crypto trading apps, and the rise of online casinos have fueled some of these addictive behaviors. For this series, you don’t need to listen to each part sequentially. However, pleas...

In this Part 1 of a 5-part series on cryptocurrency addiction, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed the definition of cryptocurrency addiction and how we can support friends and family members who might be suffering from it. For this series, you don’t need to listen to each part sequentially. However, please make sure you listen to all five parts, as each one covers essential information regarding crypt...

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed how job hunters are now using Slack to land offers faster than before, and what the ongoing crash in the tech industry could mean for big tech companies in terms of manpower. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.

Tiffany Archibong is an IT Specialist with 14 years of experience in the U.S. Air Force, and also a small business owner in the Tampa Bay area. During our conversation, I found out the most-used app on her phone, the fact that she’s a morning person, the interesting and creative hobby she picked up during the pandemic that turned into a profitable side gig, her thoughts on exploring creativity to...

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed how schools have been using artificial intelligence software to detect instances where students require the intervention of mental health professionals and ultimately prevent mass shootings; and what parents can do to detect their child’s emotional distress before the school’s artificial intelligence system does. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's...

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed the impact that members of the Gen Z demographic will have on the global workforce as they gradually begin their careers. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed the ongoing rebellion against the return to the office that is growing more serious by the day. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed how schools have been using artificial intelligence software to detect instances where students require the intervention of mental health professionals and ultimately prevent mass shootings; and what parents can do to detect their child’s emotional distress before the school’s artificial intelligence system does. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's...

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed the impact of the remote work and return-to-office trend on minority and under-represented workers. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed the demanding work culture, relentless productivity, and secrecy at TikTok, the Chinese short-form video hosting service. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed new results from an emerging body of research that shows the linkage between unhealthy social media habits and childhood experiences. I also discussed some helpful advice from psychologists for people who want to change their social media habits, new parents, and parents of older kids. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on L...

Kolapo Atinmo is my brother-in-law and the founder of Amok Concepts, a digital marketing, brand activation, and experiential marketing specialist with a background in data analytics and informatics. He studied business software development at the University of Bolton in the U.K. before coming to the U.S. for his master’s degree in information technology at the University of Massachusetts Boston. D...

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed inflation from multiple perspectives; how it is putting pressure on organizations in the tech industry to increase workers’ salaries; and how these historic increases in workers’ compensation and benefits then cycle back to contribute to more inflation. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.

Valentine is a helpdesk support specialist in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) in Canada’s Ontario Province. He learned crucial skills while transitioning into tech by becoming self-taught. During the ice breakers, I found out the nickname his dad gave him, some of his interesting hobbies including a new one he wants to get into this year, the fact that he’s an evening person, how he relaxes at the...

Ileana Damaso is a cyber intelligence analyst who took a very non-traditional route into the tech industry. She studied Mandarin for her undergraduate degree, with minors in Economics at the Beijing Language University in China. During the ice breakers to start off the conversation, I found out the two most-used apps on her phone, the fact that she’s a morning person, the first job on her resume,...

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed the idea of TikTok brain, and why kids seem to be hooked on the app. He also analyzed a relatively new social media platform called BeReal that is captivating the attention of the Gen Z demographic, and then wrapped up by outlining four things parents can do to help boost their kids’ attention spans. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creati...

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed the increasing demand for online health services and stimulants, which started trending upwards sometime in 2019, and how some startup companies have been spending millions of dollars on social media to advertise and make it easier to obtain prescription drugs that treat mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, insomnia, and ADHD. Not surpri...

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed yet another consequence of the labor market disruption which is seeing many people transition from blue-collar jobs and hourly work to “new collar” roles that often involve tech skills and come with better pay and schedules. Meanwhile, on the dark side of this disruption is the increasing popularity of income-share agreements, also known as ISAs, as...