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Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
What happens when personal struggle meets purpose? Princess Vanessa Brown-Ajise, actress and entrepreneur, turned her battle with hair loss into a mission to reconnect with African roots. Driven by the need for authentic, Afrocentric beauty solutions, she launched a bio-ayurvedic hair health brand, empowering African women to embrace their natural confidence. But beyond beauty, she’s navigating the tough Nigerian business landscape with resilience and vision.Join us as we dive into her journey—from personal transformation to building a brand with impact. 💫 #HairHealth #AfroBeauty #Entrepreneurship
Wednesday Apr 09, 2025
Wednesday Apr 09, 2025
In this episode, we sit down with Professor Dhikru Adewale Yagboyaju, a distinguished academic, researcher, and governance expert, to discuss Nigeria’s leadership crisis, ethical governance, and institutional accountability. With decades of experience lecturing at top universities and advising global organizations like the UNDP, Prof. Yagboyaju offers deep insights into the political landscape and the urgent reforms needed. Can Nigeria’s institutions be saved? What does ethical leadership look like? Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion.
Wednesday Apr 02, 2025
Wednesday Apr 02, 2025
Welcome to today’s episode - PART 2, where we explore the powerful intersections of education, gender equity, and health advocacy with the inspiring Lolo Cynthia. As an educator and social commentator, Lolo is reshaping conversations around sexual and reproductive health, advocating for early sex education and fighting gender-based violence. In this two-part series, we unpack the realities of toxic masculinity, shifting societal norms, and what true empowerment means in today’s world. Get ready for a thought-provoking discussion with a trailblazer driving change.
In every corner of the land, from quiet rural landscapes to the pulse of bustling city streets, a voice stirs—whispering its truth, yearning to be heard. Through our podcast series, like Bold With Jo, we create a space where these voices find their stage. One conversation at a time, we invite guests to share their unique journeys, uncovering the breaking points, the turning moments—their boldest adventures. Together, we celebrate the revolutionary spirit that flows through Africa and its diaspora, forging a future of change. Our guests are visionaries, trailblazers—just like you.
Your Experience Is Valid
"Bold With Jo" is a space where authenticity thrives, inviting guests to openly share their journeys. We dive deep into the pivotal moments, uncovering the breakthroughs and aha experiences that shaped their paths. Through our show and podcast, we explore each guest’s emotional, professional and personal journey, their lessons learned and unlearned, and the bold adventures they've taken or are about to embark upon. It’s a celebration of the revolutionary spirit within Africa and the African diaspora, featuring guests who are forging the future—just like you. Thank you for being a part of our journey!
Your Host
Joana Adesuwa Reiterer Is a Nigerian-born Austrian filmmaker and award-winning Social Entrepreneur who launched her first business in fashion at age 16. Joana is passionate about empowering young women. She founded Joadre, a business media & education platform serving thousands of African readers and the Diaspora. Joana has received several awards and nominations for her work as a human rights activist.