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The Star Network Podcast

The Star Network Podcast
Nigeria
Lickquor
Davido
Golemon
Polly Alakija
Venture Capital
Nakenohs Boulevard
Plug Entertainment
Odio Mimonet
Five Cowries Arts Education Initiative
Water Access In Nigeria
Lagos
Alcohol
Childeck
Grocery Delivery
Stears
Real Estate
Rèfainì
WW Global
Mainland Block Party

The Star Network Podcast brings together industry experts, entrepreneurs and young creatives to share their stories and business experiences Every discussion is aimed at creating a space for thought-leadership/knowledge sharing on all things entrepreneurship (the highs and the lows of building a business) and sharing key tools to help navigate decision making for growth as well as general wellness... more

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Latest Episodes

Building the Bloomberg of Africa with Preston Ideh, Co-Founder & CEO, Stears (@stears_data) and Host of The Star Network Podcast, Zephia Ovia-Ikem

In this episode we discuss 

📌 Raising capital and the non-negotiable for building a successful start... more

Venture Capital to Building Refaini with Dolapo Morgan, Founder & Creative Director, Rèfainì (@refaini_) & Investment Principal, Ventures Platform and Host of The Star Network Podcast- Zephia Ovia-Ikem

In this episode we discuss:

•  Building a glob... more

Building a Digital Global Presence & Public Sector Impact with Dr. Adanna Steinacker  (@dr_adanna) and Host of The Star Network Podcast- Zephia Ovia-Ikem

In this episode we discuss:

📌 Pivoting from medical practice to the Office of the President ... more

Building GoLemon: Reinventing Grocery Delivery in Nigeria with Yinka Adewuyi, Co-Founder & CEO, GoLemon (@golemonhq) and Host of The Star Network Podcast- Zephia Ovia-Ikem

In this episode we discuss 

📌 Understanding Nigerian consumer behaviour; pr... more

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Recent Guests

Preston Ideh
CEO and co-founder of Stears
Stears
Episode: Episode 33- Building the Bloomberg of Africa
Dolapo Morgan
Founder and Creative Director of Rèfainì
Rèfainì
Episode: Episode 32 - Venture Capital to Building Refaini
Yinka Adewuyi
Co-founder and CEO of GoLemon
GoLemon
Episode: Episode 30 - Building GoLemon: Reinventing Grocery Delivery in Nigeria
Tobi Akinkunmi
Co-founder and CEO of Lickquor
Lickquor
Episode: Episode 29- Scaling an E-Commerce Business
Polly Alakija
Renowned artist, muralist and social advocate
Polly Alakija / Five Cowries Arts Education Initiative
Episode: Episode 28- A Day In A Life With Polly Alakija
Odio Oseni
Founder and Creative Director of Odio Mimonet
Odio Mimonet
Episode: Episode 27- The World of Odio Mimonet
Asa Asika
Co-founder and principal consultant at the Plug Entertainment
Plug Entertainment
Episode: Episode 26-Building Africa’s Talent Ecosystem
Wunmi Williams
Founder of Nakenohs Boulevard and WW Global
Nakenohs Boulevard, WW Global
Episode: Episode 25 - Positioning for Global Opportunities & Redefining Real Estate

Host

Zephia Ovia-Ikem
Host of The Star Network Podcast with a focus on entrepreneurship, technology, and business growth in Africa.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
  • A great listen !

    I have found this podcast to be excellent. The episodes offer a different perspective on the talented professionals that Nigeria have to offer and I sincerely hope the reach extends globally. Zephia is a natural Interviewer- I look forward to the upcoming episodes!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GERTnzi
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Love this podcast!

    The Star Network Podcast offers a captivating look into Nigeria’s dynamic landscape of industry experts, innovation, and creatives. Each episode delves into the opportunities and challenges in various sectors, featuring insightful interviews with prominent Nigerian innovators and creatives who share their journeys and impact. The host’s deep understanding of the local ecosystem and engaging storytelling make complex topics accessible. The podcast covers a range of subjects from fintech to digita... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    missleleti
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Production quality and guest variety are strong positives for the show.
Listeners appreciate practical, founder-focused conversations and actionable takeaways.
High-quality storytelling that connects local insights to global opportunities.
The host is a natural interviewer with clear passion for Africa's innovators.

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Episode 33- Building the Bloomberg of Africa
Q: What is the future focus for Stears in terms of product and geography?
Preston outlines a shift toward more B2B-focused offerings for investors, deeper data and intelligence networks, and plans to be more globally oriented while maintaining a strong investor-centric data product.
Episode 33- Building the Bloomberg of Africa
Q: What were the key milestones in fundraising and how did you build investor confidence?
The discussion highlights early fundraising experiences from LSE, seeding from university-linked efforts, the inaugural LSE Africa Summit, and how proof of traction (B2C success and later pivot to a larger data business) built credibility for subsequent rounds, including a seed round via investors like Luminate.
Episode 33- Building the Bloomberg of Africa
Q: How did you choose your co-founders and how do you separate business from friendship?
He describes four co-founders from LSE who complemented each other with diverse strengths (tech, econ, finance, philosophy) and emphasizes building a culture of reasonableness and clear communication to separate professional collaboration from personal relationships.
Episode 33- Building the Bloomberg of Africa
Q: What was that moment for you when you decided this is something you needed to solve?
Preston explains the realization came while working as a corporate lawyer and studying the global financial system; he saw a data problem hindering understanding and decision-making, which motivated him to move back to Nigeria and start building a data-focused business.
Episode 25 - Positioning for Global Opportunities & Redefining Real Estate
Q: What three steps are involved in the four steps to becoming a property owner for Dubai as discussed?
The four steps are: provide your name, your address, your email address, and your bio data; make the required deposit (24 percent total, with 4 percent going to the Dubai Land Department and 20 percent to the seller/owner); and then proceed with the investment under the specific visa program that suits your situation.

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What is The Star Network Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on founder stories, entrepreneurship, and practical business wisdom from Africa's rising stars. Episodes cover building in Nigeria and across Africa, from GoLemon's grocery-tech infrastructure to fashion heritage, art-driven social advocacy, and talent ecosystem dynamics, with a focus on actionable lessons, partnerships, and sustainable growth. Notable strengths include high-caliber guest mix across tech, fashion, real estate, and entertainment, candid founder journeys, and emphasis on community, impact, and long-term brand building. The format usually combines personal narrative with pragmatic takeaways, making it valuable for listeners seeking real-world strategies and inspiration for scaling ventures in emerging markets.... more

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1. Preston Ideh
2. Dolapo Morgan
3. Yinka Adewuyi
4. Tobi Akinkunmi
5. Polly Alakija
6. Odio Oseni
7. Asa Asika
8. Wunmi Williams

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