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The Word Café Podcast with Amax
Amachree Isoboye Afanyaa
258 episodes
15 hours ago
Send us a text What if your dreams aren’t random—they’re early drafts of your future? We dive into the strange clarity that images bring, tracing a path from Christopher Nolan’s Inception to the enduring lessons of Joseph and Daniel to show how imagination can become logistics, policy, and lived change. We start with the cinematic—why layered dream states, kicks, and totems mirror how ideas stack inside us—and shift to the practical anchors that keep us steady: journaling details the moment ...
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Send us a text What if your dreams aren’t random—they’re early drafts of your future? We dive into the strange clarity that images bring, tracing a path from Christopher Nolan’s Inception to the enduring lessons of Joseph and Daniel to show how imagination can become logistics, policy, and lived change. We start with the cinematic—why layered dream states, kicks, and totems mirror how ideas stack inside us—and shift to the practical anchors that keep us steady: journaling details the moment ...
Show more...
Self-Improvement
Arts,
Education,
Religion & Spirituality,
Christianity,
Books
Episodes (20/258)
The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 257 Dreams Into Days
Send us a text What if your dreams aren’t random—they’re early drafts of your future? We dive into the strange clarity that images bring, tracing a path from Christopher Nolan’s Inception to the enduring lessons of Joseph and Daniel to show how imagination can become logistics, policy, and lived change. We start with the cinematic—why layered dream states, kicks, and totems mirror how ideas stack inside us—and shift to the practical anchors that keep us steady: journaling details the moment ...
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15 hours ago
28 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 256 2050, The Turn That Tests Us
Send us a text The future isn’t waiting politely at the door; it’s already rearranging our wallets, our work, and our sense of value. We explore how AI’s magic still depends on dirt-under-the-fingernails realities—rare earth metals, manufacturing, and energy—then follow the money as it migrates from cash to screens and from one-time purchases to perpetual subscriptions. Along the way, we ask a pressing question: who benefits when the digital world feeds on material foundations, and how can we...
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1 week ago
22 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 255 Honoring Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai And The Fire He Lit In Us
Send us a text A single laugh can change a room. We open our hearts to honor Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai, tracing the way his voice, his songs, and his steady joy taught us how to worship with depth and walk with God in ordinary hours. This is a story told through vivid scenes—childhood pews, a crowded Uniport arena in 1999, the hush before a hymn—and through the lingering impact of a life that turned reverence into culture. We explore how influence becomes legacy: how a name becomes an action, how w...
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2 weeks ago
32 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 254 How a Poem Becomes a Movement and Shapes History
Send us a text A single line can tilt a life—or a nation. We dive into the power of poetry as a force for creation, persuasion, and cultural memory, tracing how short, vivid phrases turn into mottos, manifestos, and movements that outlast their makers. From love words that soften the room to village proverbs that personify healing, we unpack why rhythm, image, and cadence bypass resistance and pull us toward action. We follow the arc from poiesis—the Greek root for “making”—to modern history...
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3 weeks ago
27 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 253 When Food Meets Word
Send us a text What happens when a poet of the plate meets a trader in words? We invite Chef T into our space and watch her turn humble leftover rice into a fast, vibrant fried rice—then follow the thread from sizzling onions to the stories and care that make a meal unforgettable. This is more than a cooking demo; it’s a tour of how flavor, color, and timing can speak empathy without a single speech. Chef T breaks down her philosophy with the clarity of a pro: start by knowing who you’re coo...
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4 weeks ago
43 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 252 Peter Obi and the Promise of a New Nigeria
Send us a text The search for heroes and authentic leadership resonates deeply within societies facing critical challenges. When a nation feels lost, individuals who embody courage, simplicity, and unwavering belief in possibility become powerful symbols of what could be. Drawing from spiritual wisdom, we explore how governance rests "upon shoulders" - a profound metaphor suggesting leadership is both a spiritual and physical burden. This concept frames our discussion of Nigeria's current st...
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1 month ago
28 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 251 From Thoughts to Reality: How Our Thinking Shapes Our World
Send us a text The boundary between merely having thoughts and actively engaging in thinking represents one of the most powerful distinctions in human experience. While thoughts may arrive unbidden in our minds like passing clouds, thinking is a deliberate choice—a process we can harness to literally shape our reality. Growing up, I often noticed Napoleon Hill's "Think and Grow Rich" on my father's table. As a child, I wondered how thinking could possibly make someone wealthy. Years later, I...
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1 month ago
21 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 250 Navigating Life's Transitions: From Career Shifts to Personal Growth
Send us a text Change is inevitable, but meaningful transformation requires courage, energy, and strategy. Drawing from insights shared at the Gemstone Foundation, this episode explores how our work fundamentally shapes our identity and provides a comprehensive framework for navigating life's transitions successfully. The journey begins with understanding that work represents more than income—it's how we express ourselves and how others know us. "By their fruits, you shall know them." Whethe...
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1 month ago
20 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 249 Homeostasis and Hope: Discovering Peace in Times of Change
Send us a text Have you ever felt that gnawing sense of uncertainty that makes your heart race and your mind spiral? That's what we're tackling today—the universal human challenge of dealing with fear. As I reflected on the biblical moment when Christ cried, "My God, why have you forsaken me?", I realized something profound about fear. Often, it's that sense of abandonment—of being utterly alone—that triggers our deepest anxieties. Fear, which I describe as "False Evidence Appearing Real," p...
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1 month ago
26 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 248 Holy Spirit GPS: Finding Your Way to Future Destinations
Send us a text What does it truly mean to see tomorrow? Not through crystal balls or tea leaves, but through a profound relationship that transcends human understanding. Join Amakri Isubuye, your neighborhood word trader, as he explores the fascinating concept of foreseeing the future through divine partnership. Drawing from popular culture examples like the TV show Eli Stone and a Nicolas Cage film, Amakri reveals how fictional characters' abilities to perceive future events were amplified ...
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2 months ago
24 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 247 The Divine Breath Within: Finding Your Unique Purpose
Send us a text What gives you the authority to pursue your dreams? Is it your background, connections, or achievements? In this thought-provoking episode, we explore a transformative truth: the breath within you is all the validation you need. We all seek validation in various places—our pedigree, affiliations, and the approval of others. But what if the ultimate authorization for your existence and purpose has been with you all along? This episode delves into the profound concept that the d...
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2 months ago
24 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 246 Strategic Communication in a Nostalgic World
Send us a text How do you communicate effectively in a world of constant change? When should you innovate, and when should you embrace tradition? Communications expert Ivy Clem tackles these questions with wisdom drawn from her 20+ years in the industry. From her beginnings as a news anchor in Nigeria's evolving media landscape to her current work as a strategic communications consultant, Ivy brings a unique perspective on how messages shape our world. She takes us on a journey through the t...
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2 months ago
53 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 245 Mind Over Matter: How Your Thoughts Shape Your Reality
Send us a text Could the key to transforming your life be as simple as changing what you allow into your mind? This compelling exploration of "Mind Over Matter" reveals how our thoughts literally shape our reality. Your host Amakri Isubie, self-described "neighborhood word trader," takes you on a journey through the powerful gateways that control our lives—the eye gate, the ear gate, and the mind gate. Drawing from scripture, personal experience, and careful observation, he unveils how these...
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2 months ago
24 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 244 Organizations: The Fulcrums That Move Our World
Send us a text Have you ever considered that organizations are more than just profit-generating entities? They're actually platforms designed for human self-actualization. In this thought-provoking exploration, we dive into the concept of organizations as fulcrums—the stable points that allow us to leverage our talents and move our world. This fresh perspective transforms how we understand workplace dynamics and career choices. When Archimedes said, "Give me a place to stand, and I will mov...
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3 months ago
23 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 243 Beyond the Five Senses: Exploring the Realm of Artistic Creation
Send us a text What separates true creators from casual observers? The difference lies not in talent, but in how deeply they engage with their sensory experiences. As host Amakri Isoboye explores in this thought-provoking episode, creativity flourishes when we move beyond superficial perception to develop intimate relationships with our sensory inputs. Drawing inspiration from Leonardo da Vinci's observation that most humans "look without seeing, listen without hearing," Amakri invites...
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3 months ago
24 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 242 Everything Rises and Falls on True Leadership
Send us a text What does it really mean to carry the responsibility of leadership? Dive with us into "The Burden of Leadership," where we explore the profound impact leaders have on everything around them. Leadership isn't just a position—it's an influence that shapes outcomes in every sphere of life. As John Maxwell famously stated, "Everything rises and falls on leadership," and architect Jumoke Odunowo powerfully describes it as "the thread that runs through everything." When we examine a...
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3 months ago
21 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 241 Mining Our Digital Future: The Materials Behind AI Revolution
Send us a text The digital revolution sweeping across our world seems ethereal, yet rests firmly on physical foundations that remain invisible to most of us. What powers artificial intelligence? Beyond the algorithms and code lies a material reality that shapes our present and future. Six critical raw materials form the backbone of our technological world. Sand—yes, that ubiquitous substance beneath our feet—provides silicon for our computer chips and glass for our screens, with high-quality...
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3 months ago
22 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep.240 Wrestling with Reality: The Spiritual Battle Behind Our Physical World
Send us a text The veil between what we see and what truly exists is thinner than most realize. When we encounter challenges, obstacles, and opposition in our lives, we often miss the deeper spiritual dimensions at play. Beyond our biology, chemistry, and physical experiences lies a reality where principalities, powers, and spiritual authorities shape what manifests in our material world. This episode explores the profound biblical truth revealed through Paul's declaration: "We wrestle not a...
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3 months ago
29 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 239 Reading the Room: Joseph's Journey to Power
Send us a text What does it mean to "read the room" effectively? Through the captivating biblical story of Joseph, we explore how to navigate various environments with wisdom and purpose. From familiar settings where we're vulnerable to executive boardrooms where power dynamics are at play, understanding how to present yourself appropriately can transform your life's trajectory. Joseph's journey provides a powerful framework for mastering different social contexts. In his family environment,...
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4 months ago
27 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
S4 Ep. 238 The Path to Healing: A Nigerian's Response to Benue Killings
Send us a text A voice rises from Nigeria's capital, speaking directly to a nation in pain. Amidst the horrific killings in Benue State, this heartfelt message confronts the deafening silence surrounding the violence while offering a counterintuitive path forward. The speaker, deeply connected to Benue through colleagues and friends, wrestles openly with the tension between justice and peace. Drawing from Nelson Mandela's extraordinary example of forgiveness after 27 years of imprisonment, t...
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4 months ago
11 minutes

The Word Café Podcast with Amax
Send us a text What if your dreams aren’t random—they’re early drafts of your future? We dive into the strange clarity that images bring, tracing a path from Christopher Nolan’s Inception to the enduring lessons of Joseph and Daniel to show how imagination can become logistics, policy, and lived change. We start with the cinematic—why layered dream states, kicks, and totems mirror how ideas stack inside us—and shift to the practical anchors that keep us steady: journaling details the moment ...