• Soul Episode 18: In India, I Built a Website, Rented an Office Just to Get Married | Vikram Jagadeesan
    Jul 8 2025

    Rejected by a bride’s father because he wasn’t on Google.Vikram wasn’t building a brand—he was building credibility. In a culture where marriage is often arranged, reputation is everything. So when one family Googled him and found nothing, they ghosted. His solution? Build a website. And it worked.

    This funny-yet-eye-opening story uncovers the tension between modern love, ancient customs, family pressure, and digital status. From arranged proposals to pregnancy loss to building a future for his daughter, Vikram’s journey is one of silent resilience, partnership, and redefining manhood in today’s India.


    ⏳ CHAPTERS

    00:00 - Introduction

    01:37 - They Rejected Me Because I Wasn’t on Google

    12:37 - Falling in Love After the Wedding

    14:21 - Losing a Baby & Holding Back Tears

    19:47 - Redefining Marriage Roles & Gender Equality

    28:00 - Why His Daughter Doesn’t Miss Him — And That’s the Point

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    🎧 Available on Youtube, Apple Podcasts & everywhere you get your podcasts.

    #Marriage #Fatherhood #IndianCulture #Resilience #SoulPodcast #PurposeDrivenLife #ModernManhood

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    37 mins
  • Soul Episode 17: Why Being “A Christian” Won’t Get You to Heaven | Olufemi Folorunso
    Jul 1 2025

    What if the thing you loved most was the very thing keeping you from God?Pastor Olufemi believed he was already a Christian — raised in church, wearing a gold necklace gifted by his grandmother. But when he lost both chains and the Holy Spirit whispered, “You have another god,” everything changed.In this soul-awakening conversation, Pastor Olufemi shares how a necklace became his idol, how nearly 200 church-goers realized they were unsaved, and why true Christianity begins where religion ends. He also opens up about his surprising call to political leadership in the UK and the urgent need for believers to occupy positions of power with integrity and purpose.If you’ve ever wrestled with the difference between religion and revelation — or questioned whether you’re truly born again — this conversation will confront you, convict you, and call you higher.⏳ CHAPTERS02:41 - The Necklace That Became His God11:36 - The Night 200 “Christians” Got Saved22:30 - What the Church Got Wrong About Salvation33:12 - Is Jesus Really God? A Personal Revelation55:09 - Why He’s Running Toward Politics, Not Away🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more real stories of courage, conviction, and calling.🎧 Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & everywhere you get your podcasts.#Faith #Fatherhood #heaven #christian #ChristianPodcast #Legacy #SoulPodcast #PurposeDrivenLife

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Soul Episode 16: The Day My Father Died, My Childhood Ended | Adedayo Phillips
    Jun 24 2025

    At just 14, Pastor Adedayo Phillips lost his father—and with him, everything they had. From private schools to begging for public school admission. From comfort to chaos. In this gripping conversation, he opens up about grief, fatherhood, purpose, and the power of joy beyond pain.

    🔑 In This Episode, You’ll Discover:How he went from legacy to loss to leadershipThe moment he realized he had to “become a man”Why presence—not words—is the most powerful comfortThe true definition of success (hint: it’s not money)How grief shaped his faith, purpose, and identity⏱️ Chapters:

    02:36 – Thrust Into Manhood at 14

    18:25 – What a Father Really Is

    24:53 – “It’s Too Late to Leave Jesus”

    36:05 – How to Comfort the Grieving

    46:49 – What Real Success Looks Like

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    #FaithAndPurpose #Fatherhood #ChristianPodcast #GriefAndHealing #Legacy #Masculinity #EmotionalResilience

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Soul Episode 15: How My Mum’s Prayers Broke Islam’s Hold on Our Family | Titus Ahmed
    Jun 17 2025

    What happens when faith is forged in fire—through military discipline, spiritual confusion, and a divided home?Born in a Nigerian army barracks to a Muslim father and Christian mother, Pastor Titus shares a powerful journey from spiritual warfare and crippling low self-esteem to bold prophetic purpose. This isn't just a testimony—it's a web of discovery of identity, fatherhood, legacy, and the resilience only God can build.🔑 In This Episode, You’ll Discover:How military-style discipline shaped his worldviewThe devastating effects of legalistic church teachingsHow his mother won her family to God—without a single argumentDreams and divine encounters that revealed his callingWhy self-belief and God’s voice must work together⏱️ Chapters:00:00 – Raised in Barracks: A Multicultural Identity20:40 – Low Self-Esteem from Religion, Not the World28:43 – Legalism, Guilt, and God's True Voice43:10 – Living with a Muslim Dad, Christian Mum1:07:06 – Why You Shouldn’t Marry an Unbeliever1:24:00 – Advice to His Younger Self📢 Subscribe for more stories of faith, fatherhood, resilience, and legacy.#Faith #Fatherhood #Legacy #Resilience #Masculinity #SpiritualWarfare #ChristianPodcast #ProjectAlpha

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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • Soul Episode 14: Losing My Wife Changed How I Saw Life Forever | Richard Ladokun
    Jun 10 2025

    What do you do when the unimaginable happens?From legal chambers to the pulpit, Pastor Richard’s life was one of purpose and impact—until one phone call changed everything. In this powerful and deeply moving episode, Pastor Richard shares his journey from a loving childhood in Ibadan to becoming a respected legal mind, church planter, and father. But the moment that tested everything? Losing his beloved wife unexpectedly… just hours after they had prayed together.This is a story of grief, God, fatherhood, and calling. It’s about how faith doesn’t exempt you from pain—but gives you the strength to stand when everything falls.If you’ve ever asked, “Why, God?”—this conversation will minister to your soul.⏳ Chapters00:00 – Introducing Pastor Richard: Father, Pastor & Legal Expert13:14 – What My Father Taught Me About Life19:22 – “They Won’t See It Yet”: Parenting in a World of Conflict25:20 – The Day My Wife Died: A Loss That Shaped Me37:10 – What to Say (and NOT Say) to the Bereaved46:44 – Why I Plant Churches & Release Leaders58:25 – Final Advice: Never Outgrow Being God’s Child🔔 Subscribe for more raw, soul-stirring conversations about faith, fatherhood, and finding God in life’s hardest moments.🎧 Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & wherever you listen.#FaithStory #ChristianPodcast #GriefJourney #WidowerLife #Fatherhood #ChurchLeadership #Bereavement #ChristianMen #RCCGUK #MinistryJourney #PurposeDrivenLife #SoulPodcast #NeverOutgrowBeingAChild

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    1 hr
  • Soul Episode 13: From Selling Eggs to Saving Lives: Dr. Ken’s Unbelievable Journey | Dr Ken Obire
    Jun 3 2025

    From skipping school to play in the streets… to becoming a doctor across three continents — Dr. Ken’s story is nothing short of miraculous. Born in the chaos of Warri, Nigeria, and raised in the harshest streets, he defied every odd: depression, academic sabotage, racism, corruption, and poverty. But what changed his life forever? A spiritual prophecy… and a prayerful mother who refused to give up.He was six years old selling eggs just to pay school fees. He failed medical school twice because he refused to bribe his dean. He battled thoughts of suicide. Then God stepped in.This is a raw, redemptive journey of resilience, faith, injustice, and a man determined to rewrite his future. If you’ve ever faced failure, doubt, or delay — this episode will heal something in you.⏳ Chapters00:00 – Growing Up in Dangerous Warri, Nigeria12:38 – “Buy Your Fresh Eggs!”: The Moment That Changed His Life21:10 – Corruption in Medical School: “Give Me This or Fail”30:13 – A Job Offer Without Interview – A Miracle in the Caribbean39:51 – Becoming a GP in the UK: Racism & Resilience55:35 – Dr. Ken’s 3 Life Lessons for Anyone in the Dark🔔 Subscribe for more real-life stories of grit, God, and growth.🎧 Available on Youtube, Apple Podcasts & wherever you get your podcasts.#FaithStory #Resilience #FromStreetsToSuccess #ChristianPodcast #MentalHealth #GodsTiming #NigerianDoctors #RacismInMedicine #Legacy #MiracleJobs #PurposeDrivenLife #SoulPodcast

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Soul Episode 12: I Chose Detention Over Sex—Here's Why I’d Do It Again | Emmanuel Rowland
    May 28 2025

    From refusing sex-for-settlement to enduring months in detention — Emmanuel’s story is a gritty, spirit-led journey of integrity, fatherhood, and faith under fire. Born in Nigeria, raised in a disciplined Christian home, Emmanuel walked the tightrope between street smarts and spiritual legacy. But nothing could prepare him for the trials ahead: denied visa extensions, faced with deportation, separated from family, and mourning both parents from afar.At his lowest, a woman offered him a way out: just sleep with her. He chose detention instead.This is a testimony of unshakable conviction, raw manhood, and the cost of standing for what’s right in a world that rewards shortcuts.If you’ve ever wrestled with temptation, identity, or legacy — this one’s for you.⏳ Chapters01:30 – “Remember the Child of Who You Are”05:00 – When Discipline Meets Temptation13:00 – Parenting with Legacy in Mind22:00 – Turning Down Sex (More Than Once)27:00 – Explaining God’s Truth to Your Kids32:00 – Choosing Detention Over Compromise37:00 – Surviving the Immigration System by Faith44:00 – When Both Parents Died and He Couldn’t Attend50:00 – Starting Over After 5 Years of Silence01:03:00 – Building Legacy Through Presence, Not Just Provision01:10:00 – Final Message: Walk the Talk. Know the Word.🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more real stories of courage, conviction and calling.🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & everywhere you get your podcasts.#ChristianManhood #FaithTestimony #Fatherhood #Legacy #Masculinity #UKImmigration #Obedience #Detention #ChristianPodcast #Resilience #PurposeDrivenLife #SoulPodcast #UnshakableFaith #ChristianFather #ProjectAlpha

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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • Soul Episode 11: Why I Almost Lost Faith: Facing Infertility, Living In China, My Story | Tunji Adeolu
    May 20 2025

    From being denied childhood play to leading tech teams across continents — Tunji’s story is a raw, faith-filled journey of fatherhood, resilience, and obedience. Born in Nigeria, he grew up under the close mentorship of his father, self-funded his Master's Degree in China despite not knowing the language, and later found himself leading a global career rooted in faith and grit. But his most powerful moment? Becoming a father — just when his faith was running out.If you’ve ever wrestled with purpose, parenting, or God’s timing… this is the story you’ve been waiting for.⏳ Chapters00:00 – Raised in a Christian Home, Trained in Business04:00 – Learning Leadership & Empathy Through His Father’s Business16:00 – Why Modern Parenting Is Failing Children19:10 – When Faith Isn’t Inherited: Choosing God for Yourself22:40 – Self-Funding His Master's Degree in China27:32 – Studying & Working in China as a Foreigner37:50 – Culture Shock: From China to the UK41:51 – Getting Married Late and Facing Infertility45:39 – “When We Stepped Out of the GP, She Said We’d Be Pregnant Next Time”46:50 – A Tearful Father’s Testimony of God’s Faithfulness50:02 – Final Life Lesson: Hold Unshakable Faith🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more life-changing stories.🎧 Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & everywhere you get your podcasts.#Fatherhood #FaithStory #ChristianPodcast #Resilience #GodsTiming #MiracleBaby #TechLeadership #SelfMade #SoulPodcast #PurposeDrivenLife

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    52 mins