Podcast appearances and mentions of Alex Owumi

We finally took Alex Owumi's advice and we're very excited to welcome owner and head coach of the London Lions, Vince Macaulay onto the podcast today. In the podcast we'll cover everything from the recent BBL Cup loss to the Newcastle Eagles after being short handed due to six positive covid tests in the Lions camp. The harshness of being kicked out of the FIBA Cup as a result, before diving into the marketing and comms side of things and looking ahead to the rest of the season and beyond for Vince and the Lions.

In the second part of episode 11 with Alex Owumi, we talk about how Alex narrowly lost out on being drafted by the Boston Celtics and delve further into to his decision to leave Georgetown, a move which almost led him to playing with GB great - Pops Mensah Bonsu at GW. Alex talks to us about how his experience of horrific racial discrimination with his team in Macedonia led him to signing with Al-Nasr a team owned by Colonel Gaddafi. He speaks candidly about extremely harrowing experiences in Libya, when the Libyan Civil War broke out - which if you're sensitive to traumatic events, I'd advise you give this episode a miss. Finally Alex concludes the episode by speaking further about his tenure in the BBL and his plans to turn his book, Qaddafi's Point Guard into a film. And much, much more!

Alex Owumi is an author, retired professional basketball player turned owner, and childhood friend of Bubba! On this episode, they talk shit about:- "The Industry"- Instagram- Basketball- Childhood memoriesFollow Alex on Social Media:Twitter: @alexowumiInstagram: @alexowumiCheck out Alex's story in his book: "Qaddafi's Point Guard: The Incredible Story of a Professional Basketball Player Trapped in Libya's Civil War"Nigerian native who emigrated to the United States at age 11, Alex Owumi's exploits on the basketball court led him to a successful career as a small college player. Undrafted by the NBA, Owumi pursued his pro basketball dream overseas, eventually signing with Al-Nasr of Libya, a state-run athletic club privately funded by the family of then-Libyan president Muammar Qaddafi.Owumi's tenure with Al-Nasr was interrupted by the Libyan uprising and resulting civil war. Imprisoned in his Benghazi apartment for more than 2 weeks with no food, phone, Internet, or hope, Owumi wondered whether he would make it out of Libya alive. Despite his weakened condition and the dangers lurking in the city, he was able to escape Benghazi and flee the country. Smuggled to a refugee camp in Egypt, he was, much to his surprise, contacted by an Egyptian team seeking his services. And so, in a bizarre, storybook ending, Owumi finished the year by helping lead the team to an unlikely league championship, earning league MVP honors in the process.Qaddafi's Point Guard is a book about hope and longing, conflict (cultural, political, and military), and ultimately, triumph—to overcome obstacles and survive against the most desperate odds.

Alex Owumi is a former professional basketball player that is most widely known as the author of Qaddafi's Point Guard, a book he co-wrote chronicling his experiences in Libya, playing for a team owned by Colonel Gaddafi just before the outbreak of the Libyan Civil War in 2011. In part one of this interview we speak with Alex about: - His thoughts on the NBA bubble - Why he decided to retire from playing the NBL Div 1 this year - His thoughts on the prospects of young English talent, Cam Hildreth - His plans to get Toronto Raptors coach, Nick Nurse to a coaching camp in the UK And much more!

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When professional basketball journeyman Alex Owumi flew to Libya to play for a team in Benghazi, he had no idea that the team he had signed with was owned by the most feared man in the country. And to make matters worse, just a short time into his tenure, there was a civil uprising against the teams owner, plunging the country into war.Alex has an incredible story of survival, of perseverance and of finding brotherhood in the most unlikely of places.This is a story that must be heard, most of all because you probably have more people willing to help you than you realise.You can find more about Alex at alexowumi.com and connect with him on instagram or twitter @alexowumihttps://link.chtbl.com/alexowumi

La vita dello sportivo professionista può riservare diverse sorprese, più o meno gradite. Spesso si tratta di esistenze nomadi con un'abitudine al cambiamento che si sviluppa col tempo e che porta ad adattarsi alle più disparate ed improbabili situazioni. Insomma siamo qui per lavorare mica per far vacanza. Ed era pronto a tutto Alex Owumi quando nel 2010 firmò il suo contratto con la squadra dell'Al-Nasr di Bengasi. Ma mai avrebbe immaginato di mettersi in tasca un vero e proprio biglietto per l'inferno.

Peej and Fion collaborate for their first ever episode of "Next Man Up" and chat basketball philanthropy, Love Island and Glen Rice Jr. with special guest Alex Owumi. Owumi is currently playing point guard for the Worthing Thunder and is author of the celebrated book "Qaddafi's Point Guard" which follows his time playing in Libya during the national uprising. Alongside "Qaddifis Point Guard" he has also written several fiction novels such as "The Man in Forest Hills". We would love to thank Alex for giving his time to talk to us, Be sure to check out his work!

The guys tackle British basketball once again, looking at Ovies 1st game, impressive Eagles and dominant Hatters. They also show love to Alex Owumi, Willie Clayton and share opinion on the Royals unilateral postponement...

Kevin sits down with Alex Owumi who was a professional basketball player playing in Libya on a team owned by Mutassim Gaddafi when Libya went into a violent civil war. Alex survived for two weeks in the middle of a war zone. He turned his story into a book titled, Qaddafi's Point Guard: The Incredible Story of a Professional Basketball Player Trapped in Libya's Civil War. 

Kevin sits down with Alex Owumi who was a professional basketball player playing in Libya on a team owned by Mutassim Gaddafi when Libya went into a violent civil war. Alex survived for two weeks in the middle of a war zone. He turned his story into a book titled, Qaddafi's Point Guard: The Incredible Story of a Professional Basketball Player Trapped in Libya's Civil War. 

Point guard Alex Owumi has just landed in North Africa to play basketball for his childhood hero. For more information, check out Alex’s book -- Qaddafi's Point Guard. Producer: Davey Kim and Anna Sussman Sound Design: Davey Kim, Leon Morimoto Season 6 Episode 8

In today's episode of the Mind Set Game, I sat down with Alex Owumi. Alexander William O. Owumi is a Nigerian professional basketball player and author. Owumi became the subject of widespread media attention following his time with the Libyan team Al-Nasr owned by the family of Muammar Gaddafi joining the team shortly before the outbreak of the Libyan Civil War in 2011. As an author, he has written three books, including an autobiography focusing on his time in Libya. (US), (UK), (Canada) and (France). Originally from Lagos, Owumi moved to Boston, Massachusetts as a child. He played football and basketball from an early age and at the college level, but subsequently focused on basketball at the Community College of Rhode Island and was named National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) All-American. He played his final two seasons at Alcorn State. Immediately after college, Owumi failed to attract the attention of National Basketball Association(NBA) teams and played his rookie season in France with AL Roche-la-Molière, with whom he was named league MVP. After a brief spell in the Premier Basketball League (PBL) with the Manchester Millrats, he signed with KK Lirija in Macedonia but left the team after one season after facing unpleasant playing conditions and racist abuse, accepting a lucrative offer with Al-Nasr in Libya. When conflict erupted, Owumi was trapped in Mutassim Gaddafi's apartment without food or electricity for several days in the midst of the violence before crossing the border into Egypt, where he was arrested and detained. After his release, before returning home, he won the league championship with El-Olympi. Following his traumatic experience in Libya, he began competing in the British Basketball League (BBL) firstly with the Worcester Wolves, with whom he won a league title, and then the London Lions and more recently Surrey Scorchers. For more information about Alex connect with him on Facebook, Instagram and on Twitter. For more information about Mind Set Game connect with us on Facebook @mindsetgamepodcast For more information about James Roberts (the host of the podcast), visit fitamputee.co.uk and connect with me on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram  

A Navy SEAL, a comedian and a basketball player walk into a bar... and proceed to have the greatest podcast of all podcasts. Hilarity ensues as Jackie Martling ruins the only jokes that Ron O’Neill knows, Alex Owumi tells us how he obtained Kevin Durant’s shorts and takes us through his harrowing escape from the war in Libya. In between Jackie Martling laughing at his own jokes, Rob O’Neill talks about eating a sandwich over Bin Laden’s body, dating a woman out of his league and much much more… Stories were told about Paul McCartney, a Goat, Howard Stern, Kid Rock, and others.

Get ready to listen to this episode on the edge of your seats as Alex Owumi takes us through his heartbreaking and heroic tale of playing basketball for Qaddafi in Libya and being trapped in his apartment as the uprising took place. Alex tells us about his awesome new trilogy that he’s writing called “The Fire Raven”. I sit back and relax as Damien Echols and Alex really open up to each other and tell stories of making movies in Hollywood, writing bestselling books and overcoming some of the most difficult situations any human can ever be put in. Listen as Alex tells us how he obtained Kevin Durant’s shorts, his predictions for the NBA Finals, and working at the JCC. Damien and Alex immediately connect and absolutely steal the show!

On tonight's show I'll be joined by Alex Owumi, author of the fantastic book "Qaddafi's Point Guard". We'll be discussing his journey from Nigeria to Boston all the way to playing basketball in Libya during their civil war, overcoming many hurdles along the way.  

Alex Owumi found himself trapped in his apartment building during the Arab Spring for several weeks. This is the story of his escape from Libya and his struggles getting back to a "normal" life.

Alex Owumi had no idea when he accepted a contract to play in Libya that he'd be playing for a team owned by Qaddafi. He also had no idea that he would end up trapped in his penthouse apartment, eating bugs, while the Arab Spring raged on the streets below. 

A weekly sports show starring former professional basketball player Kevin Owens and legendary sports guru Michael Gould.  Join us tonight as we interview Alex Owum, a professional basketball player who lived through the uprising in Libya.  He is the author of the book Qaddafi's Point Guard.  He tells an unbelievable story from pro basketball player, to survivor.

A weekly sports show starring former professional basketball player Kevin Owens and legendary sports guru Michael Gould.  Join us tonight as we interview Alex Owum, a professional basketball player who lived through the uprising in Libya.  He is the author of the book Qaddafi's Point Guard.  He tells an unbelievable story from pro basketball player, to survivor.

A Nigerian native who emigrated to the United States at age 11, Alex Owumi’s exploits on the basketball court led him to a successful career as a small college player. Undrafted by the NBA, Owumi pursued his pro basketball dream overseas, eventually signing with Al-Nasr of Libya, a state-run athletic club privately funded by the family of then-Libyan president Muammar Qaddafi.Owumi’s tenure with Al-Nasr was interrupted by the Libyan uprising and resulting civil war. Imprisoned in his Benghazi apartment for more than 2 weeks with no food, phone, Internet, or hope, Owumi wondered whether he would make it out of Libya alive. Despite his [...] The post Qaddaffi’s Point Guard by Alex Owumi | Book Discussion appeared first on Book Circle Online.

A Nigerian native who emigrated to the United States at age 11, Alex Owumi’s exploits on the basketball court led him to a successful career as a small college player. Undrafted by the NBA, Owumi pursued his pro basketball dream overseas, eventually signing with Al-Nasr of Libya, a state-run athletic club privately funded by the family of then-Libyan president Muammar Qaddafi.Owumi’s tenure with Al-Nasr was interrupted by the Libyan uprising and resulting civil war. Imprisoned in his Benghazi apartment for more than 2 weeks with no food, phone, Internet, or hope, Owumi wondered whether he would make it out of Libya alive. Despite his [...]

Suzy Klein and Richard Coles with comedian, actor and musician Ade Edmondson, professional basketball player Alex Owumi who found himself playing for Colonel Gaddafi, Caroline Brealey who's just been named the world's number one matchmaker, Samuel Johnson who's living his childhood dream as a Lego designer, and Bob Davenport who found some old tapes of him singing alongside folk legend Pete Seeger. JP Devlin hits the slopes at the snow centre in Hemel Hempstead, we visit a hospice in Berkhamstead offering cookery courses to bereaved teenagers, and Razorlight frontman Johnny Borrell shares his Inheritance Tracks.Produced by Dixi Stewart.