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In this episode of Workday Playdate, Erin sits down with Emmy Award-winning writer, actor, comedian, facilitator, and longtime improve it! family member Nnamdi Ngwe to explore why the most valuable career skills often come from the places you least expect. From playing college soccer to performing with The Second City, creating viral content, facilitating workshops for global organizations, and winning an Emmy, Nnamdi's career is proof that following your curiosity can lead to opportunities you never could have planned. If you've ever wondered whether your creative interests "count," questioned whether it's too late to pursue something different, or struggled to connect your unique experiences into a meaningful career path, this conversation will inspire you to see your strengths in a whole new way. Inside This Episode: Why Your Nontraditional Skills Are Your Competitive Advantage: Nnamdi shares how the experiences that don't fit neatly on a resume often become the skills that make you indispensable in your career. From College Soccer to Comedy Stages: Hear how an unexpected path led Nnamdi from the soccer field to improv theaters, television sets, and corporate boardrooms, proving that careers rarely unfold in a straight line. What It Really Takes to Create Viral Content: With a massive following across TikTok and Instagram, Nnamdi pulls back the curtain on his creative process and explains why content that looks effortless usually comes from consistent practice and experimentation. The Workplace Lessons Hidden Inside Improv: After facilitating workshops for companies like LinkedIn, TikTok, Motorola, and T-Mobile, Nnamdi explains the powerful moment when people realize improv isn't just entertainment—it's a practical skill for communication, collaboration, leadership, and innovation. Trusting Your Scene Partner and Yourself: Nnamdi reflects on collaborating with his twin brother and creative partner, Amechi, sharing lessons about trust, flexibility, and building successful partnerships both on stage and in business. What to Do Now: Identify Your Hidden Career Skill: Think about one strength you have that doesn't appear on your resume. Whether it's calming people during stressful moments, reading a room, making others laugh, or adapting when plans change, recognize it as a real professional asset. Stop Waiting for the Perfect Career Path: Your experiences don't have to make sense to everyone else. Trust that the skills you're building today may become the foundation for opportunities you can't yet imagine. Follow What Energizes You: Instead of asking whether a creative interest is practical, ask what it's teaching you. The projects that light you up often develop the very human skills that set you apart. About the Guest Nnamdi Ngwe is an Emmy Award-winning writer, actor, comedian, facilitator, and educator. After playing collegiate soccer at the University of Alabama-Birmingham, he went on to study and perform comedy at iO Theater and The Second City. Alongside his twin brother and creative partner, Amechi Ngwe, he has written and starred in acclaimed productions including Julius, Rap Skool, and House Sitters. His television credits include The Amber Ruffin Show, A Black Lady Sketch Show, The Bold and the Beautiful, Blippi, Comedy Central's 3Peat, and the Emmy Award-winning Tab Time. Beyond entertainment, Nnamdi facilitates interactive workshops for organizations around the world, helping leaders and teams build communication, adaptability, and collaboration skills through applied improvisation. Whether performing on stage, creating viral content online, or leading a workshop, he's passionate about helping people embrace creativity, trust themselves, and discover that their most unexpected skills are often their greatest strengths. Your Freebie You're calm, capable, and composed… until things take an unexpected turn (as they tend to do)! This is exactly why we created The Clarity Under Pressure Toolkit: What to Do in the First 5 Minutes of Any Uncertain Situation. It's your go-to guide for staying grounded when it matters most. Download it here. Connect with Nnamdi Ngwe Nnamdi's Instagram Connect with Erin Diehl x improve it! Leadership Playground online membership community Erin's website Erin's Instagram Erin's TikTok Erin's LinkedIn improve it!'s website improve it!'s Instagram Connect with Erin Diehl

EDC comments on Nnamdi Maduike from earlier today on Cordell and Vinny bonus 722 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:12:36 +0000 8vJhZKrXN8x9RLOK24d5oGiEV3ybVtpW nfl,baltimore ravens,sports Inside Access with Ken Weinman and Tim Barbalace nfl,baltimore ravens,sports EDC comments on Nnamdi Maduike from earlier today on Cordell and Vinny Ken Weinman and Tim Barbalace bring you the ultimate "Inside Access" to the Baltimore sports scene. As Charm City natives, their passion for local teams is unmatched and their roots run deep in the community. Ken Weinman: Known for his fiery takes and unapologetic analysis, Ken provides the kind of "must-listen" radio that keeps the city talking. Tim Barbalace: Bringing sharp insight and a local's perspective, Tim rounds out the duo to ensure no stone is left unturned in the world of Baltimore sports. From the gridiron to the hardcourt to the diamond, Ken and Tim are as well-connected as it gets, delivering the news and opinions you need to stay ahead of the game. Behind the glass driving the "Inside Access" bus is producer "Beltway Ben" Hall. Tune in to Inside Access with Ken Weinman and Tim Barbalace, weekdays from 2–6 PM. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amperwave

Ravens fans are hopeful that Nnamdi Madubuike can complete his long road back to the football field after a significant neck injury. Is it fair to expect him to play all 17 games What would the best possible outcome look like?

The guys discuss what impact the return of Nnamdi Madubuike can have on Travis JOnes coming off a strong season.

Rob, Ed, and Jeremy discuss Jesse Minter's comments on Nnamdi Madubuike at OTA's.

Rob, Ed, and Jeremy discuss the impact that Nnamdi Madubuike truly has on the Ravens defense and why it'd be crucial for them to get him back.

Nnamdi Emelifeonwu left a top London law firm to set up one of the UK's fastest-growing legal tech companies. He talks to host, Sir Richard Harpin, about how building a tool to help his visually impaired colleague to navigate complex legal documents led to co-founding Definely. It is an AI-powered legal tech platform designed to help lawyers access definitions, clauses and key information instantly without leaving the Word document they're working on. It is used by some of the world's leading law firms and global businesses and is now integrated into Anthropic's Claude. Nnamdi shares the reality of becoming a founder, the challenges of raising investment, and how solving one deeply personal problem evolved into a multi-million-dollar AI business. Themes include:The future of AI in the legal industry Building a startup from scratch Entrepreneurship, risk and resilience Scaling a B2B company Expanding into the USStarting a business in the UKBusiness Leader is a membership community for ambitious CEOs and founders of mid-sized UK companies, designed to help them grow with purpose through strategic support, peer-to-peer learning, expert coaching, and high-impact events. Sign up for our Business Leader newsletter here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zwischen Panik und Chance: Künstliche Intelligenz ist bei der Arbeit für viele ein Dauerthema. UX-Designer Johannes hat seinen persönlichen Mittelweg gefunden.**********Ihr hört: Gesprächspartner: Johannes, UX-Designer, fragt sich, wie sich sein Job durch KI verändern wird Gesprächspartnerin: Sabine Pfeiffer, Soziologin an der Uni Erlangen-Nürnberg, forscht zu Veränderung in der Arbeitswelt durch digitale Transformation Gesprächspartner: Roman Briker, Organisationspsychologe Autor und Host: Przemek Żuk Redaktion: Friederike Seeger, Stefan Krombach, Mo Lorenz Produktion: Frank Klein**********Quellen:Shaji George, A. (2024). Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Work: Job Shifting Not Job Loss. Partners Universal Innovative Research Publication, 2(2), 17–37.Frank, M.R., Ahn, Y.-Y. & Moro, E. (2025). AI exposure predicts unemployment risk: A new approach to technology-driven job loss. PNAS Nexus, 4(4).Nnamdi, N., Ogunlade, B. Z. & Abegunde, B. (2023). An Evaluation of the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Socio-Economic Human Rights: A Discourse on Automation and Job Loss. Scholars International Journal of Law, Crime and Justice, 6(10), 508-521.Sabbar, S. & Khiyaban, S.H.Z. (2023). Algorithms of Displacement: Emotional and Rhetorical Responses to AI-Driven Job Loss in Digital Public Discourse. International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies, 3(4), 1324-1331.Sharma, V., Deb, S., Mahajan, Y., Ghosal, A., & Kapse, M. (2025). Psychological impacts of AI-induced job displacement among Indian IT professionals: a Delphi-validated thematic analysis. International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being, 20(1).**********Mehr zum Thema bei Deutschlandfunk Nova:Emotionaler Support: Ersetzt KI bald unsere Friends?Vom Bienenstock zu Skynet: Wie KI unsere kollektive Intelligenz verändert**********Zusätzliche InformationenHier geht es zum Deutschlandfunk-Podcast: KI verstehenBesonders empfehlen wir die Folge: Chatbots im Kopf - Wie KI unsere Sprache verändert**********Den Artikel zum Stück findet ihr hier.**********Ihr könnt uns auch auf diesen Kanälen folgen: TikTok und Instagram .**********Meldet euch!Ihr könnt das Team von Facts & Feelings über Whatsapp erreichen.Uns interessiert: Was beschäftigt euch? Habt ihr ein Thema, über das wir unbedingt in der Sendung und im Podcast sprechen sollen?Schickt uns eine Sprachnachricht oder schreibt uns per 0160-91360852 oder an factsundfeelings@deutschlandradio.de.Wichtig: Wenn ihr diese Nummer speichert und uns eine Nachricht schickt, akzeptiert ihr unsere Regeln zum Datenschutz und bei Whatsapp die Datenschutzrichtlinien von Whatsapp.

On creating without limits and telling Black stories on your own terms.A conversation with Nnamdi Kanaga behind THE HAIL MARY — streaming on kweliTV.

Femi Ayanbadejo shares his insight on Nnamdi Madubuike's injury.

In this episode of Quiet Storm Sports, we react to the latest of Ravens Nation and more in the sports world as of 4/21/2026, Be sure to share your thoughts in the live chat/comments!!.

Nick Kostos reacts to the impact of Nnamdi Madubuike returning to the Ravens in 2026. Plus, Nick shares his thoughts on Mike Tomlin signing with NBC.

It appears the Ravens are going to catch a break with Nnamdi Madubuike's mysterious neck injury. He had surgery last week and the doctors are confident he can make a full recovery to play in 2026. How does this impact the Ravens roster building strategy?

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Should Nnamdi Madubuike's status for '26 influence the Ravens' draft? full 692 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:43:45 +0000 oDBTDFHkUHS6JbxR0ejJeHdzmBCysWw3 nfl,baltimore ravens,sports The Big Bad Morning Show nfl,baltimore ravens,sports Should Nnamdi Madubuike's status for '26 influence the Ravens' draft? 5:30a-10a weekdays on 105.7 The FAN 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwav

We're back with another LIVE episode of the #PurpleReignPodcast bringing you all the latest updates from Baltimore Ravens Nation! Join your hosts @SuttonDef and @SimplyAS10! timestamps: 0:00 - intro11:10 - John Harbaugh Speaks On Ravens30:10 - CONCERNED For Nnamdi Madubuike??39:56 - New Ravens Uniforms??45:23 - Ravens President Speaks On Maxx Crosby Debacle49:23 - Ravens President Speaks On Lamar Jackson51:43 - Trey Hendrickson Speaks On Mentality 59:04 - Visualizing Jesse Minter's Defense

The guys discuss their optimism about Nnamdi Madubuike's chances of playing next season for the Ravens.

In this episode of Quiet Storm Sports, we react to the latest of Ravens Nation as of 3/27/2026, Be sure to share your thoughts in the live chat/comments!!.

After retiring from the daily show in 2021, Kojo Nnamdi thought he would finally write his memoir in peace. Instead, station management offered him a part-time role hosting the weekly Politics Hour. That semi-retired structure turned out to be a gift. “I now describe myself as semi-retired,” he said. “It gave me a place to go every day… and that helps a lot.” He contrasted his experience with his father's retirement in Guyana, which led to inactivity, a stroke, and an early death. “I learned a significant lesson… about what not to do in retirement.”Listeners meet:A longtime telephone repairman who doodled shoes in high school and later became a professional shoe designer.Two retired New York air traffic controllers who took usher jobs at Madison Square Garden — trading control towers for hockey crowds and Rangers fandom. “We are essentially doing the same job… telling people where to go,” they joked. The role gave them free games, star-player encounters, and a vibrant new social circle.Mary Kay Fleming (interviewed before her passing), who described aging as a “crisis” of shrinking social circles and changing bodies — then showed how contributing to the world and finding what makes you feel alive can transform it.Nnamdi emphasized a common thread: vulnerability. None of the guests positioned themselves as instant experts. “They were all very vulnerable in the mistakes that they made and how they accidentally stumbled into something that gave them purpose, passion, and connected them to community,” Gurney noted.The conversation repeatedly returned to three big ideas that resonate deeply with anyone navigating life after 50 or 60:Stay curious. “Curiosity is what I think is the key to the future after we have retired,” Nnamdi said. He urged listeners to revisit old hobbies or volunteer — “You will meet people and you will find new environments in which you might become extremely proficient and find that you might actually love being in those environments.”Transform fear into excitement. Many guests admitted initial terror (one man hesitated to return to school for shoe design; the swimmer felt visceral panic when the water turned black under the bridge). But pushing through turned fear into energy. Nnamdi linked this to a deeper truth: the fear many retirees feel most is death. Staying engaged crowds out that fear. “If we have something to do that is of interest to us, we don't think a great deal about the hereafter.”Build community. Radio and podcasts create intimate, one-on-one trust. Nnamdi shared a wild story from his early WHUR days: a man bicycled into the station and confessed murders to a veteran DJ because “he'd been listening to me on the radio for years and he considered me his closest friend.” The same intimacy happens in Young at Heart — and in Positive Aging Community discussions. “The people who listen to this podcast are a part of a community who have shared interests,” Nnamdi observed.He also praised WAMU's old "In Your Community” events, where listeners from vastly different neighborhoods discovered they faced the same concerns. “They brought out commonalities that people have.”Young at Heart is available on WAMU.org, NPR, and major podcast platforms. New episodes are in the works.Want to share your own reinvention story? Visit the official form at wamu.org/young-at-heart As Nnamdi and Kaufman prove, the best stories often come from ordinary people who simply decided to try something new.In closing, Nnamdi quoted the old saying with a smile: “It ain't over till it's over.” Whether you're sketching shoes on the side, ushering at hockey games, swimming under bridges, or simply showing up curious every day, the message is clear: retirement isn't an ending — it's an invitation to a new beginning.Tune in. Submit your story. And remember — your next chapter might just be the best one yet.Listen now: wamu.org/show/young-at-heart Share your story: wamu.org/young-at-heart-share

The guys discuss the importance of the Ravens handling the pffseason right in regards to expectations for Nnamdi Madubuike.

The Ravens still don't have much clarity with Nnamdi Madubuike's injury situation. How much longer can they wait for a status update considering the draft is right around the corner?

We're back with another LIVE episode of the #PurpleReignPodcast bringing you all the latest updates from Ravens Nation! Join your hosts @SuttonDef and @SimplyAS10! TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - intro5:50 - Nnamdi Madubuike NOT retiring?14:09 - Ravens Keeping Tabs on Maxx Crosby31:00 - Tyler Linderbaum Contract talks39:57 - Ravens want Safety in Free Agency?45:41 - Rashod Bateman getting another shot?57:09 - Ravens Hire Nic Gill1:03:46 - NFL Combine Reactions

Ed, Rob, and Jeremy took some time from Wednesday's BBMS to discuss the cryptic social media posts from Nnamdi Madabuike, signaling that he may play in 2026. How much of a win would it be for Madabuike to get back in purple and black?

It's been over four months since Nnamdi Madubuike suffered his season ending injury and now his future is in question. Bob and Nolan have concerns over how this will impact the Ravens spending moving forward.

Thanks so much to Nnamdi Okike, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at 645 Ventures for joining us on the Fintech Newscast. Listen in for insights on the AI bubble, how fintech founders should raise capital and a lot more this week https://645ventures.com Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the world of fintech!  Reach us at … Continue reading Ep 272- 645 Ventures Managing Partner Nnamdi Okike

Submarine and A Roach — Nigeria's funniest podcast and the #1 comedy podcast in Nigeria — presents “We Must Credit Nnamdi Kanu & Mr Eazi for Detty December,” hosted by TMT & Koj.A quick Yoruba linguistics lesson kicks things off (“Ten is happening,” decoded), before the boys audit Detty December's origin story: did Nnamdi Kanu inadvertently shift December migration patterns—and did Mr Eazi brand the season by popularising “Detty” through his many Detty events?They trade receipts, timelines, and jokes, then price-check the present: Lagos Airbnb listings touching $9,000 for 11 nights, plus a playful side quest blaming Maleek Berry's “Eko Miami” for the city's glossy rebrand.Finally, Spotify Wrapped enters the chat—Koj pulls a youthful Spotify “age” of 22, TMT clocks in at 73—and they dive into their top artists for 2025 before closing on a Nollywood riff inspired by the just-concluded S16 movie festival.It's Yoruba lessons, Detty December origins, Afrobeats, rap music, Spotify Wrapped, and Nollywood—served with signature Submaroach mischief.

“Time for an Awakening” with Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard, Sunday 11/30/2025 at 6:00 PM (EST), the guest was lead organizers and spokespersons from around the country, Kamau Franklin (CMB), Sadiki Kambon (NLC), Nnamdi Lumumba (NBRPC), Obafemi Kinseidelele ( Race 1st Rally), and Patrick Lumumba ( Black Power Movement) in Mississippi. Our guests will inform us of the missions and accomplishments of the various organizations and how you can become involved in the objective of building unity and a structure for self-determination for Black people.

@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Chxta and @keonThey discussed:Terrorists carry out kidnappings across North Central NigeriaUS Congress conducts hearings on Nigeria insecurityNnamdi Kanu sentenced to life imprisonment

For years, Nnamdi Kanu's name has fueled controversy in Nigeria, especially in the South East, as he faces serious charges and calls for his release persist. Now sentenced to life imprisonment after the Federal High Court in Abuja upheld his continued detention, many are questioning whether justice is being served or delayed. In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we examine the ruling's implications, reactions from the South East, and what lies ahead as Kanu remains without legal representation.

On today's Legally Speaking Podcast, I'm delighted to be joined by Nnamdi Emelifeonwu. Nnamdi is the Co-Founder & CEO of Definely. Named as 1 of the 50 fastest-growing tech companies, Definitely was founded by two former Magic Circle Lawyers. Nnamdi, a former Trainee Solicitor and Associate at Freshfields Bruchhaus Deringer, and his Co-Founder Feargus MacDaeid, set out to make legal documents more accessible with drafting, reviewing and understanding legal files.So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Nnamdi discussing:- How Definely Was Born from a Visually Impaired Lawyer's Challenge- Definely's Mission to Make Legal Information Effortless to Understand- How Nnamdi and Feargus' Practice Empowering the Modern Lawyer- Transforming Legal Contracts and Workflows to be More Streamlined- How Definely's Customer-Centric Approach is Built with Lawyers, for LawyersConnect with Nnamdi Emelifeonwu here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nnamdiemelifeonwu/

The call to “Free Nnamdi Kanu” has grown louder as activist Omoyele Sowore convenes a protest to demand the release of the separatist leader.Kanu, detained since 2021 on charges of treason linked to his separatist movement, continues to challenge the allegations through his lawyers.In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we ask, why should he be released?

“Time for an Awakening” with Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard, Sunday 10-12-25 at 6:00 pm, our guests are members of the National Black Radical Organizing Committee, Nnamdi Lumumba: Ujima Peoples Progress Party, Charles Barron: Operation POWER, former New York City Councilman. The discussion revolved around the 2025 National Black Radical Political Convention in Philadelphia, PA, Oct 25-26, and how we as Black people should determine our political future in this country, and possible strategies for political formations. As always, conversation on topics that affect Black people locally, nationally, and internationally.

In this episode of the Venture Capital Podcast, hosts Jon Bradshaw and Peter Harris are joined by Alex Sen, CEO of Meridian, and Nnamdi Okike, an investor associated with Meridian, to discuss the transformative role of AI and software in private equity and venture capital investing. Alex shares his journey from nearly a decade in private equity, battling with outdated CRM tools, to founding a next-generation AI-powered CRM and deal sourcing platform that streamlines workflows, surfaces proprietary deal opportunities, and enhances decision-making for some of the world's largest firms.Nnamdi provides the investor's perspective, highlighting their decade-long commitment to leveraging software and data analytics to revolutionize venture operations. They discuss how AI is expanding the total addressable market by automating manual tasks, improving deal sourcing efficiency, and enabling investors to better track, prioritize, and engage with evolving companies. Both guests reflect on the challenges of AI adoption, the changing nature of junior analyst roles, and the importance of human intuition alongside advanced technology.Listeners will gain valuable insights into the evolution of investing software, the competitive shifts AI is catalyzing in the finance industry, and how firms must continuously elevate their capabilities to succeed. The conversation touches on the broader impact of AI on workflow, learning acceleration, and founder-investor relationships, making this episode a must-listen for investors, founders, and anyone curious about the future of AI-enabled investing.Follow the PodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/venturecapitalfm/Twitter: https://twitter.com/vcpodcastfmLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venturecapitalfm/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7BQimY8NJ6cr617lqtRr7N?si=ftylo2qHQiCgmT9dfloD_g&nd=1&dlsi=7b868f1b72094351Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/venture-capital/id1575351789Website: https://www.venturecapital.fm/Follow Jon BradshawLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrbradshaw/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrjonbradshaw/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mrjonbradshawFollow Peter HarrisLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterharris1Twitter: https://twitter.com/thevcstudentInstagram: https://instagram.com/shodanpeteYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@peterharris2812

The guys discuss the Ravens awful pass rush so far and even more worries with Nnamdi Madubuike's health.

The guys discuss the embarrassing showing by the Ravens defense last night.

You don't need a Stanford degree or a flashy deck to raise a pre-seed, seed or Series A, but you do need to show investors that you've put in the work. 645 Ventures co-founder Nnamdi Okike shares practical advice for founders who are prepping to raise capital, including what he looks for in pitch meetings, how to uncover “earned secrets,” and why chasing hot categories can backfire. We also dig into how 645 uses outbound sourcing and proprietary software to spot overlooked talent — and what it really takes to stand out if you don't fit the typical founder mold. RUNTIME 58:08 EPISODE BREAKDOWN (2:18) Nnamdi describes his path from operator to investor. (5:00) Stage by stage: What sets 645 Ventures apart from other firms? (12:33) What signals and sectors suggest strong alignment with 645? (21:04) “We do have some solo founders in the portfolio.” (25:49) His take on CEOs who promote a hard-charging, aggressive culture. (31:20) Why he favors founders solving real problems, not just chasing trends. (37:02) One thing he wishes more first-time founders understood about the early-stage ecosystem. (43:55) What kind of proof or evidence he looks for in companies raising capital. (49:20) Which early assumptions he and his team have since modified —or thrown out. LINKS Nnamdi Okike Aaron Holiday 645 Ventures Pattern Breakers Karen Moon SUBSCRIBE

Head Coach John Harbaugh, DT Nnamdi Madubuike, and LT Ronnie Stanley speak with the media ahead of Sunday's season opener at the Buffalo Bills.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Head Coach John Harbaugh, quarterback Lamar Jackson, running back Derrick Henry, and defensive lineman Nnamdi Madubuike speak with the media after a joint practice with the Indianapolis Colts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TE Mark Andrews, DL Nnamdi Madubuike, and LT Ronnie Stanley speak with the media ahead of training camp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nnamdi Okike of 645 Ventures joins Nick to discuss From Power Law to Proprietary Insight: Unlocking Early-Stage Alpha, Data-Driven VC, and Building a Next-Gen Firm. In this episode we cover: Frameworks and Signals for Early-Stage Investing Challenges and Opportunities in Non-Consensus Investing The Role of AI in Venture Capital Guest Links: Nnamdi's LinkedIn Nnamdi's X 645 Ventures' LinkedIn 645 Ventures' Website The host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area. Want to keep up to date with The Full Ratchet? Follow us on social. You can learn more about New Stack Ventures by visiting our LinkedIn and Twitter.

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In this episode of The Geek in Review, we welcome Feargus MacDaeid and Nnamdi Emelifeonwu, co-founders of Definely, to discuss how their shared experiences as practicing lawyers shaped a groundbreaking accessibility solution for contract review. Feargus, who is visually impaired, and Nnamdi, his former colleague at Freshfields, describe how their friendship and professional collaboration led to a tool designed not only for those with disabilities but for all attorneys grappling with voluminous transactional documents. Listeners learn that Definely began as a way to help Feargus navigate complex contracts more efficiently, and through iterative prototyping, evolved into a productivity suite that addresses universal pain points in the pre-execution stages of contract life cycles.Feargus explains that his journey to co-founding Definely began with personal necessity: having gone blind from a degenerative condition by his early twenties, he pivoted from a computer science career at Microsoft to law school, relying on assistive technology and immense personal support. Once at Allen & Overy, the limitations of existing tools became starkly apparent—searching for defined terms meant losing one's place in a 300-page agreement and juggling layers of nested definitions by reading aloud via text-to-speech. The cognitive load was immense. By collaborating with Nnamdi, who recognized that if a solution could serve Feargus, it would benefit everyone, they embraced the principle of “designing for the edge”—creating a platform that brought definitions, clauses, and cross-references into context without interrupting a lawyer's focus.Nnamdi takes listeners on a tour of Definely's three core components: Vault, Draft, and Proof. Vault functions as a dynamic repository for templates, clauses, and precedent documents, enabling users to pull in the most relevant resources from connected document management systems. Draft keeps the user anchored in the current clause while instantly displaying any linked provisions or schedules in a sidebar, eliminating the need to scroll, split screens, or flip between pages. Proof automates common pre-signing checks—verifying cross-references, punctuation, and legal grammar—to ensure a polished final draft. Together, these tools exemplify how Definely streamlines contract creation by surfacing precisely the needed information in a lawyer's line of sight, thereby maintaining context and reducing manual navigation.The conversation shifts to quantifying Definely's impact on law firms. Nnamdi cites a study indicating that attorneys save up to 45 minutes per day—roughly a 90 percent reduction in time spent on tedious tasks—by using Definely's context-aware navigation. Beyond hard metrics, the founders emphasize “soft benefits” such as reduced cognitive fatigue, higher morale, and improved client value. To capture these less tangible gains, Definely's customer success team works closely with firms to customize usage dashboards and collect feedback. Feargus and Nnamdi also reflect on the broader legal tech landscape, noting that firms are experimenting with in-house development, acquisitions, and partnerships. They believe collaboration between vendors and firms will ultimately prevail, as specialized expertise in areas like machine learning ops and user experience is hard to cultivate internally and essential for maintaining cutting-edge tools.Listen on mobile platforms:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[Special Thanks to ⁠Legal Technology Hub⁠ for their sponsoring this episode.]Blue Sky: ⁠⁠@geeklawblog.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@marlgeb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: geekinreviewpodcast@gmail.comMusic: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jerry David DeCicca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Episode 146: From Actor to Therapist—Reclaiming Identity & Embracing Self-Energy with Adeshola Nnamdi, LMFT What does it look like to live with deep intention—and how can our past lives, creativity, and cultural roots shape the therapists we become? In this episode of The Innovative Therapist Podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of talking with Adeshola Nnamdi, MA, LMFT—an actor who made a pivot into clinical psychology and psychotherapy, is IFS-trained, and deeply passionate about storytelling, healing, and identity. Shola is the first male guest on the podcast—and the first to serenade us too! We covered so much in this heartfelt, funny, and powerful conversation: Shola's journey from acting to therapy Why he changed his name to honor his Nigerian roots What creativity and presence really look like in therapy His experience with Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) How therapists can reclaim joy, connection, and authenticity in their work From the Stage to the Therapy Room Before becoming a therapist, Shola had a rich acting career—appearing in many films and on television, including on a hit NBC sitcom called The Single Guy that aired between Seinfeld and Friends, working with Spike Lee (check out the video just below this paragraph!), and even hanging out at Saturday Night Live. But despite his outward success, he found himself burnt out, disconnected, and chasing applause rather than purpose. Eventually, through sobriety and soul-searching, he found a new path: one rooted in service, meaning, and connection. “What would my life look like if I stopped seeking validation and just trusted?” Therapy as Art: The Performance of Presence Shola's artistic background deeply informs his work as a therapist. He describes therapy as a kind of performance art—not because we're faking it, but because we're bringing our full selves into the room and responding in real time. “Bad acting is pushing… having an agenda. That can happen in therapy too.” IFS, in particular, allowed him to slow down, be present, and trust in both his clients and himself. Instead of working from parts that strive or fix, he now leans into the power of Self-energy—and it's transformed his clinical work. Why He Changed His Name—and What It Means Shola also shares the powerful story of changing his name from Shawn Michael Howard to Adeshola Nnamdi, a decision rooted in personal healing and cultural reclamation. After George Floyd's murder and years of reflection, he realized he no longer wanted to carry a name passed down from a history of enslavement. “I didn't want to die with a slaveholder's name on my tombstone.” The name Adeshola means “he brings prosperity” and Nnamdi means “my father lives.” It's a name he carries with honor, intention, and power. Creativity, Joy, & the Therapist's Zone of Genius We also explored how creativity plays a crucial role in the therapist's life—not just through hobbies, but through presence, flexibility, and flow. “We're creating in there. It's art.” Shola's Zone of Genius is connection. Whether on stage or in the therapy room, he brings joy, attunement, and aliveness to the people around him. He's passionate about helping others do the same—both professionally and personally. Want to Feel More Alive in Your Work? If you've ever questioned your career path, felt boxed in by your therapist role, or longed to bring more you into your work—this episode is for you. Looking for a Therapist in California or Arizona? Shola offers individual, couples, and group therapy and brings warmth, wisdom, and a strong grounding in both EFT and IFS.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and the General Assembly agreed Thursday on a budget framework to raise $1 billion in new revenue. And District officials respond to the MPD being called in to assist in a DOGE raid.

Maryland state Sen. Will Smith joined the show to discuss the plan to bring in $1billion in new revenue,  and what lawmakers are doing at the state level on immigration, including two bills that made it through "Crossover Day." And D.C. Council Chair Phil Mendelson appeared on the show to talk about the District's budget limbo, as the city awaits a fix the House of Representatives is expected to take up when they return from recess Monday. Become a member of WAMU: wamu.org/donateSend us questions and comments for guests: kojo@wamu.orgFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/wamu885

If a team hasn't built a minimum viable product, secured paying customers, or demonstrated strong unit economics, what exactly are seed-stage investors betting on? To get some answers, I sat down with Nnamdi Iregbulem, a partner at Lightspeed Venture Partners, to discuss what drives seed valuations, the traits of successful founders, and his perspective on AI startups. “A lot of the pitches that I get are basically two people, a PowerPoint deck, and their dog,” Nnamdi told me during our conversation in October 2024. Nnamdi shared his journey from coding as a kid to investment banking at JP Morgan, growth-stage investing at Iconiq Capital, and now helping early-stage founders at Lightspeed. He explains why seed valuations often reflect the opportunity cost of the founding team more than traditional factors like interest rates or public market comps, and highlights the rising costs of GPUs and AI talent as critical considerations. We also explored the traits that set exceptional founders apart — like strong domain expertise, adaptability, and demonstrated excellence — and why inference-based AI startups may have an edge over those focused on training new models. For aspiring VCs, Nnamdi offers practical advice on developing domain expertise, building a network, and honing the skills needed to evaluate companies effectively. Whether you're a founder, investor, or simply curious about the startup ecosystem, this episode is packed with actionable insights.   RUNTIME 33:24 EPISODE BREAKDOWN (2:24) “ I was the first-born son of two Nigerian immigrants who really badly wanted me to be a doctor.” (6:17) “ I was sort of like, ‘what do I know about early-stage companies?' I never worked in a startup.” (8:50) The day-to-day work Nnamdi does with the founders in Lightspeed's portfolio. (11:13) He explains why seed valuations aren't valuations. (13:31) “ The only characteristic… that had any real predictive value was the opportunity cost of the founder.” (16:43) “ Coming from a large and stable big tech company is not the positive signal that it used to be.” (17:32) The weights and measures he uses to assess seed-stage founders. (19:33) When domain expertise is (and is not) useful. (20:53) How he evaluates technical vs. non-technical founders. (24:16) “A lot of the pitches that I get are basically two people, a PowerPoint deck, and their dog.” (25:18) How to pitch Nnamdi directly. (26:21) Setting valuations is “ more driven by the founders than it is by us.” (29:33) His advice for anyone who wants to break into venture capital. LINKS Nnamdi Iregbulem Seed Valuations Aren't Valuations, whoisnnamdi.com email Nnamdi Lightspeed Venture Partners SUBSCRIBE

Ravens DT Nnamdi Madubuike sits down with team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing fresh off a three-sack day against the Bengals to talk about how life has changed after his extension, how he's approaching his job differently, getting the pass rush on a roll, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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