The Energy Podcast with Bawo and Troy

S3E6 | The Energy Podcast with Bawo and Troy - The Laws of Human Nature Book Deconstruction & PowerUniverse: 50 Cent's Domination of TV.

In this episode the hosts breakdown ZBA's favourite book of all time: The Laws of Human Nature by Robert Greene. Greene is regarded as a modern day machiavelli by many business strategists, athletes & celebrities across the world. He has written best seller books such as the 48 Laws of Power, 33 Strategies of War, Mastery, the 50th Law with 50 Cent (close 2nd favourite) & The Daily Laws. He is now working on his upcoming book called "The Sublime", deconstructing the unexplainable phenoma of subjects that make us feel small in our existence. (Space, Death, Time, Consciousness) . The hosts also discuss 50 Cent & Courtney Kemp's hit TV Show: Power:  50 Cent(Curtis Jackson) created his TV empire through calculated risk & delaying gratifcation for long term rewards (Earning $17,000 per episode in Season 1 to rising up the ranks as a producer/director of the show). Eventually being able to use his social intelligence to leverage existing business relationships & cultivate new ones. This allowed Courtney & the rest of the executives of the show to give him more ownership; moving from an actor in the show to a key player. With time, he was recognised for the "NAACP Outstanding Director Image Award in a Drama Series".  Curtis Jackson cited in past interveiws that if he wanted to make more money he could have easily just continued club appearances as a rapper and earn 6 figures for waving his hand to his fans. But he took a bet on himself to navigate into the unknown. Taking time to learn the rules, regulations & principles of the directing game. 50 Cent also runs hit shows such as  "For Life" hosted by ABC.  The hosts discuss how The Power Universe (Power Book II-V ) is going to shake the entertainment space for years to come. The exclusivity & benefits of the STARZ platform only streaming the show on its platform vs other online subscription platforms. (Amazon, Hulu, Netflix)  The conclusion of Season 2 of Power Book II, what it means for fans of the show (NO SPOILERS) The conclusion leading to the beginning of Season 1 of Power Book IV starring your fav's fav, Joseph Sikora as Tommy Egan in a spinoff set in Chicago. #PowerNeverEnds Credits/Notes:  -The Laws of Human Nature (Robert Greene)  -The 50th Law (Robert Greene and 50 Cent)  -The Emotional Self (The Laws of Human Nature)  -Reconnecting to the Masculine & Feminine Within You (The Laws of Human Nature -Power Book II: Ghost (Season 2 and Season 3)  -Power Book III: Raising Kanan (Season 1)  -Power Book IV: Influence (TBD/Yet to be released)  -Power Book V: Force (Season 1)  -The Power of Sales: Identity Reconstruction & Character Builders.  Share this with someone if you gained value from this podcast. Leave a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.  Follow and Connect with the Hosts if you have a story to share or want to stay posted about future developments:  Instagram : "zbayida" (Zavier Bawo Ayida) Instagram: "troy_banxz_" (Troy Bowerbank)

S3E5 | The Energy Podcast with Bawo and Troy [Feat. Calum Currie] - Recharge, Recalibrate, Reengage

Calum Currie is a cinematographer and filmmaker based in London, working worldwide with clients such as Gymshark, McDonald's, Nokian Tyres, Polestar and more.  In this episode, Calum unveils what inspires him to keep pushing the needle when it comes to mastering his craft & much more. This is a raw action packed podcast loaded with gems.  Timestamps/Shownotes:  00:00 - 2:00 |  Intro/Backstory: First time meeting Calum after 3 years of staying in contact online.  2:15 - 3:50 |  “Great Photos aren’t taken, they are made". The hours of meticulous planning that goes into planning a shoot.  4:15- 6:12 | Where did the genesis start. How did Calum find his passion? Flashback to 14 year old self.  6:15 - 8:03 | Calum’s favourite aspect of video production. 8:22 - 9:32  | A campaign that gives Calum joy when he looks back in time.  9:36 - 12:40 | Calum on working with Ibrahim Spider; for a boxing passion project in Birmingham. ZBA on Sports and what it teaches us. The Art of Boxing. Ibrahim Spider is 50-0 in Fights and is going on to represent Team GB. Filming with training pads, lighting. Ibrahim Spider is a National Champion in England for his age bracket. 12:46 -14:30 | Calum peeling back the curtains about the process: Choosing the right soundtrack, having a previous music background. His mum was a professional pianist. Always looks for the soundtrack to base off of the project first when it comes to storytelling. “ Trying to convey a feeling, what does that better than music. “ 14:45 - 16:00 | Calum deconstructing The Morocco Four Seasons Hotel Project. The busyness of the Marrakesh Old Town (The Medina) Storytelling: The contrast between the hecticness of the Medina to the tranquility of the hotel. 16:10 - 18:15 |  “ No valid plans for the future can be made by those who have no capacity for living now. “ Calum on the natural fear of failure imposter syndrome that comes with being a creative. 18:18 - 19:35 | What’s next for Calum. Taking up to the next level. “ Not focusing on the work, but focusing on the downtime. Recharging. Instead of working at 60% for 100 days. Working at 100% capacity for 200 days. “ Giving your all for a production. “ Your work is what sells you “ . 19:45 -22:00 | What Calum would say to his younger self starting in the industry? “ Calum on his admiration for Benedict Spence. One gem he told him was “ There’s no rush”. Calum on the negative ramifications of social media when it comes to comparison. “Comparison is the thief of Joy.” 22:19 - 31:30 | Calum on working on the project ‘The Celtman’. This was client job done for Gymshark in Scotland. The Celtman followed Fergus Crawley, a strength athlete who transitioned into doing a hybrid. Extreme triathlon consisting of a 3.4km swim. 202km bike and mountain marathon. Calum on trusting your gut. Full Circle & Knowing Your Value when it comes to freelancing opportunities. 31:45 - 34:10 | Calum deconstructing his role as DOP and Editor on a commercial campaign involving EA Sports, Rising Ballers & Anthony Joshua. 34:15 - 39:55| The most challenging project that Calum has got involved in. Dealing with -35C temperatures while on jobs. Helicopter rides in North Sweden (Kiruna). Dealing with travel restrictions due to the pandemic & the endlessness of paperwork with customs in order to continue jobs.  40:00 - 42:30 | Cinematography Life Lessons Over The Years: "Slow Down" 42:40 - 44:02| Calum's favourite country that he has visited. 44:10 - 48:12 | Who has been the most impactful & influential in Calum’s life.  48:12 - 48:43 | Outro & Credits. Connect with Calum on Instagram: @calumcurrie  Check out his work: calumcurrie.co.uk [http://calumcurrie.co.uk/]

S3E3 | The Energy Podcast with Bawo and Troy - Monk Mode: Critical Reflection in the Man Cave

Time Stamps/Shownotes  0:00 - 7:50 : Hosts Catch Up: Filling up your buckets of Life. The Three F’s. (Fitness, Family, Faith). Character Development, Men & Mental Health  8:00 - 11:00: Monk Mode: Finding pleasure in your own company. Social intelligence hacks when meeting new people in public. “Everyone has got a story to tell.“ Troy Banxz deconstructing the benefits of Yoga. 11:26 - 22:50: Reflection on earlier seasons.  23:00 - 25:00 : Troy Banxz on his craft as a rapper, who he has worked with. Troy uses the Umbrella term ‘Entertainer’ to encompass all of his creative passions, professions and activities. These titles include  Artist, Producer, Songwriter, Musician & Radio Host. He hopes to bring as much joy to others with his projects as much joy as they bring to him. Recently, he founded his start up independent label ‘Banxz and Prince Productions’. The multidisciplinary artist loves experimenting with genres such as Dancehall, Drill, R&B, Trance, House, Funk Rock, Jazz, Bossanova to Drill, Trap, Hip Hop and R&B as in all his creative ventures. He sees music as a “creative buffet” and want his fans be able to enjoy a Troy Banxz tune for every occasion. He has collaborated with rappers, singers in the hiphop/urban genre. Making summer anthems such as “Space Remix” with Wi7s & LouiLando.  Space is introspective in terms of lyrics and very wide and spatial in terms of the mix and sonically to embody the sense of freedom and escapism needed at the time of the track. Influences on the track for the artist include Sneakbo, Political Peak, Edwyn Collins and time spent around a lot of gospel artists. 25:17 - 30:00:  Troy on meeting Will(Wi7s) through University & coming across his work back at the time of the genesis of the Energy Podcast  30:10 - 35:12: Full Circle, Vulnerability & Opportunities  35:33 - 40:15: ZBA on finishing his masters in Innovation Management & Entrepreneurship. ZBA reflects on what he learned ranging from leadership theory, business model systems, accounting, selling, CRM systems, customer service, innovation & design. ZBA deconstructs transformational leadership vs transactional leadership theory. How these theories are used as management frameworks in companies today(Amazon Case Study). The benefits and disadvantages of each theory in practice.  Amazon: The dichotomy between having fast productivity lines to ensure fast deliveries(Amazon 13 Principles Manifesto - Customer Obsession.) and questionably unrealistic standards workers to meet quotas. ZBA shed lights on Apple’s domination of the market and how their cross-selling model gets us to continue using their products. Analyzing the opportunity cost of switching services after being so heavily invested (Apple Pay, Mac, iCloud, iPad, iPhone, Apple TV ).  40:15 - 44:01: Human Nature & Sales: ZBA on what he learned about consumer buyer psychology, working as sales representative & business developer at a telemarketing company for 4 months along side his masters. ZBA analyzing the traits of the best salespeople at the company.  Deep market research on your customer’s habits, identifying pain points, active listening, positioning yourself as the expert, matching your prospect's needs with the appropriate product, demonstrating social proof, smooth closing, energy & strength of convictions are all components any salesman needs to radiate excellence.  45:34 -53:12: ZBA deconstructing why actors have some of the best social skills.  53:22 - 1:01:15 : Hosts discussing their strengths and weaknesses of their astrology signs/ Outro  Follow "troy_banxz_" and "zbayida" on Instagram. If you gained any value from this: leave a review on Apple Podcasts or share this podcast with a friend.

S3E2 | The Energy Podcast with Bawo and Troy [Feat. LonTheThird] - The Journey To The Authentic Self

LonTheThird is from Oakland, California. Currently based in Fort Worth, Texas. He is passionate about self exploration and service to the universe. A filmmaker by profession and a storyteller by nature. Some of his interests are astrology, crystalline technology, and anime amongst others. Being a father of three is one of his greatest gifts and family is a high value to him. LonTheThird treats his friends like family and strangers like friends. Some of his daily practices are breathwork, yoga, and meditation. He's looking forward to cultivating impactful relationships by exchanging energy in a sustainable and wholistic way. Look out for his book “The Authoritative Guide To Self Love in 33 Days” coming soon.  Time Stamps/Shownotes 0:00 - 4:28: Introduction. LonTheThird  4:28 - 8:30: LonTheThird’s Journey of Self Discovery | Self Love + Energy. LonThird reflecting on his childhood. Being raised by his maternal aunt and in a Christian based Church. Self Awareness and the relationship it has with finding opportunities. Observing role models in his life (Good vs Bad). Growing up in multicultural environments  LonTheThird going out of his comfort zone to change his beliefs, looking within.  8:48 - 14:00 : Oakland Music Scene, Spirituality , Art, Spoken Word, Culture. LonTheThird being able to travel to different states in America to expand his mind. Figuring out what spiritual practice is most natural to him. 14:05 - 18:02 : TroyBanxz deconstructing Spirituality, Chakras & Concept Albums 18:05 - 28:00: LonTheThird teasing what’s to come in his upcoming book on Self Love. “The Authoritative Guide To Self Love in 33 Days” by LonTheThird. The Process behind the book and his why behind writing the book. LonTheThird discussing how people can develop a better relationship with themselves. The Hero’s Journey.  28:05 - 31:46:  Exercising Boundaries & Yes Men 31:50 - 38:24: Spiritual Practices when it comes to speaking to the universe: Being Intentional & developing emotional intelligence. Beginning with the questions: Who am I? What am I doing here? Conviction when it comes to Affirmation. Accountability & Space for someone not being their best self. Embracing one’s flaws. 38:30 - 46:54  : The Journey to the Authentic Self: Self Absorption vs Self Love. Feeling vs Knowing. How do I show up in this space authentically? Making the time vs finding the time. Being true to yourself. “Art is never finished, it’s only abandoned and you are your masterpiece. "  47:00 - 51:40: LonTheThird on being parent and how it changed his life: Identity Reconstruction. Self Love & Purpose. Fatherhood & following the Path, not the person. Customising the experience. Observing masculine role models in his community & being accountable for one’s actions. Being present versus being absent. Passing on Wisdom to the younger generation. Responsibility & Duty. Moulding your children into competent beings. 51:55 - 58:40: Filmmaking : working with major network corporations such as Disney & ABC. This included crime & football tv shows, commercials & feature films. Learning hands on in every department with the goal of being a director in the future. These departments ranged from camera, audio, grip, electric to the art department. LonTheThird also speaks on A&R Music. 58:56 - 1:00:44 - Outro/Learning Curves: “Listen to understand, not to respond. “ Connect with LonTheThird:  Instagram: @expandcreativefrequency

S3E1 | The Energy Podcast with Bawo and Troy [Feat. Daniel Alfred] - Applying Pressure

Daniel “Alfred” Olaleye is the founder & creative director of the newly formed D.A Vision media production with a professional background in advertising. Born in London and having lived in Nigeria and South Africa, Daniel’s multicultural upbringing blends with his multifaceted and adventurous nature, as it’s helped him to understand different lifestyles and social sceneries, this understanding has equipped him to take on the media production industry through his agency “D.A Vision media production” @DA_visionmedia by creating media & branding solutions for his clients which help connect them to their target audiences, and he’s taking on the entertainment industry with the purpose of empowering people to live authentically and freely, which is the concept behind his newly formed Docuseries called “Lagos living” @Lagoslivingtv set to premiere soon. Daniel loves activities and events, like hiking and mountain climbing, exploring nature, partying, playing sports, hanging out with friends. Timestamps/Shownotes:  00:00 - 5:30: Introduction. The Genesis of DA Vision Entertainment x DA Vision Media Production. The Lagos Scene. 5:40 - 7:15: How Daniel Got Into Advertising. Studying Digital Media Production in Capetown, South Africa. 7:20 - 14:05: Team Dynamics, Creativity and Office Politics | Understanding how to connect with a target audience. Idea vs Execution. Brand Voice, Identity and Perception. 14:05 - 19:12: Personal Struggles | Purpose, Adaptation & Clarity. Applying pressure to the Process and the negative ramifications of the pandemic on the events/hospitality industry in Nigeria. When Crisis meets Opportunity. Asking Hard Questions: What are my values? What is my purpose? What value do I bring to the table? What defines my characteristics? Daniel finding a greater sense of identity. 20:00 - 24:25: Clubhouse App & Social Media. Positives and Negatives of the invite only app | Human Nature: Exclusivity, Celebrity Culture and Chaos. Lessons on why clubhouse’s valuation plummeted after the pandemic (10 Million User Downloads February 2021 to collecting dust in the App Libraries). The Brand Perception went from hero to zero, the app being dubbed as a scam and being full of endless notifications. Eventually being outcompeted by social media giants who took their model at scale e.g. Twitter (Twitter Rooms) Instagram (IG Lives/Rooms with multiple people). The element of exclusivity disappeared once a high amount of users were ranked up within the application. 24:33 - 31:10: Daniel’s entrepreneurial venture Lagos Living TV | An Idea for a TV Show that belong as a seed implanted in his mind 7 years ago, almost ready to come to fruition. Living in Your Truth. Let us see what your grind is about. “ Admist all the chaos in Nigeria, there is still a movement of people living their truth. “ Struggle Olympics. Being intentional while living in Lagos. Night life, dynamics of friendship, entrepreneurship, vibes…  31:15 - 37:00: The Art of Storytelling: Character Archetypes, Chronology & Alignment. Stories as a way of documentation of the evolution of the human species. Understanding the past, present and future. Daniel giving principles for better storytelling drawing from his experience in making TV commercials and documentaries. What story are we trying to tell? 37:50 -45:30: Traveling, Being Intentional & Openmindedness. Going alone vs going with other people analysis. Living in 3 Countries. Top 5 places Daniel wants to travel to. 45:40 -50:00: The importance of Style. How it communicates your internal world . How clothes influences how you feel about yourself. The man makes the clothes and the fit. Minimalism, sophistication. ZBA thoughts on Metroman Menswear brand in relation to Virtue. 50:15 - 56:44| TV Series: Thoughts on Narcos/The Shadow/Outro Connect with Daniel on Instagram: danielalfred01