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About the Show: Welcome to Winning Across Borders , the premier podcast dedicated to showcasing the incredible journeys of Nigerians and Africans excelling in the Western world. Relocating to a new country is only the beginning. From the UK and Europe to the USA and Canada, we sit down with high-achievers who have navigated the challenges of migration to reach the pinnacle of their careers. Whether you are a professional looking to move, a student abroad, or someone seeking inspiration from the global African community, this show is your blueprint for success. What to Expect: Career Blueprints: Practical advice on breaking into top-tier industries abroad. Real Stories: The unfiltered truth about culture shock, resilience, and triumph. Global Impact: How the diaspora is reshaping the narrative of African excellence.
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Signup to Generate a PitchAbout the Show: Welcome to Winning Across Borders, the premier podcast dedicated to showcasing the incredible journeys of Nigerians and Africans excelling in the Western world. Relocating to a new country is only the beginning.
the Winning Across Borders pod is hosted by Gbolahan Akinola. The show has published 19 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Alternative Career Paths for Doctors (Beyond the Frontline)" (30 October 2026, 52 minutes), "The Blueprint to a successful Cybersecurity career" (16 October 2026, 44 minutes), and "How to Potentially Study Abroad for Free" (2 October 2026, 51 minutes).
the Winning Across Borders pod publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 38 minutes across 19 episodes.
Booking probability for the Winning Across Borders pod is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. the Winning Across Borders pod requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. the Winning Across Borders pod's contact route on record: verified email.
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Gbolahan Akinola hosts the Winning Across Borders pod, a business podcast with 19 episodes published.
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Episode #19
Are you a doctor or medical graduate wondering whether clinical practice is your only career option in the UK? In this episode of Winning Across Borders , I sit down with Dr. Clifford Enobun, a Nigerian-trained doctor...
In this episode of Winning Across Borders , Dr. Iretioluwa Akerele shares her journey into cybersecurity, why she returned to Nigeria after her UK master's degree, how an unexpected career change led her to pursue a...
Episode #17
Studying abroad can open doors — but getting there is often far more complicated than simply choosing a university and submitting an application. VZGate can help you simplify this process. In this episode of Winning...
Episode #13
How do you get an international tech job when you don't feel qualified yet? Sarah's journey is a powerful example of what can happen when you combine curiosity, persistence, visibility and a willingness to apply before...
Episode #13
What happens when the career you worked so hard to build is no longer the life you want? For Cassandra Sonma Ukaobi, popularly known as Cass Uk, the answer was to reinvent herself. Cass moved from Nigeria at just 19 to...
Episode #12
What if the next opportunity in your career comes through a relationship you built years earlier? In this episode of Winning Across Borders , I sit down with Juan Ojochemi Idowu , a Security Solutions Engineer at...
Episode #13
Thinking of moving to the UK or building a career in tech abroad? This episode is for you. Many people believe relocating is the hardest part. According to Microsoft Certified Trainer and Business Intelligence Engineer...
Episode #11
<p>Thinking of building a career in finance, audit, or accounting in the UK? This episode is for you.</p><p></p><p>In this conversation, I sit down with <b>Kehinde "Kenny" Ayoola</b>, an ACCA-qualified accountant and...
Episode #11
Thinking of building a career in finance, audit, or accounting in the UK? This episode is for you. In this conversation, I sit down with Kehinde "Kenny" Ayoola , an ACCA-qualified accountant and Senior in Audits &...
Episode #10
<p>How do you secure a professional Public Health role in the UK before graduation?</p><p>In this episode of Winning Across Borders, I sit down with Brenda, a Public Health professional who transitioned from Medical...
Episode #9
<p>What makes someone leave a successful career behind and start over in a new country?</p><p></p><p>In this episode of Winning Across Borders, I sit down with Annabel Okuomose, a Power Platform Technical Specialist...
Episode #8
<p>What happens after your MPH?</p><p></p><p>For many international students and public health graduates, this is one of the biggest questions they face after studying in the UK.</p><p>In this episode of Winning Across...
Episode #7
<p>What does it actually take to move from Nigeria to the UK and reach the top of the tech ladder? In this powerful episode of <b>Winner Across Borders</b>, we sit down with <b>Kayode Ajayi</b>, a Microsoft MVP and...
Episode #6
<p>In this episode of Winning Across Borders, we sit down with Femi, a cybersecurity engineer in the UK, who shares his journey from Nigeria to working in one of the world’s leading cybersecurity companies.</p><p>We...
Episode #5
<p><b>In this episode of Winning Across Borders, we sit down with Bolu, who shares her powerful journey from Nigeria to the UK and eventually to Canada.</b></p><p></p><p><b>After working in banking back home, she moved...
Episode #4
<p>In this episode of the Winner Cross Borders Podcast, we sit down with Mr. Moshood to discuss his powerful journey of relocating to the UK and building a career from scratch.</p><p>Like many immigrants, his journey...
Episode #3
<p>The World Only Rewards Boldness, Not Ideas: How I Moved From School Teacher to Hair Studio Owner in the UK | Winning Across Borders</p><p><br /></p><p>Relocating abroad often forces people to rethink everything —...
Episode #2
<p><b>I Had a PhD… </b></p><p><b>But Almost Settled for Support Work in the UK</b><br /><br /><b>Winning Across Borders: From Nigeria to UK Academia – The Journey of Dr. Olalekan...
the Winning Across Borders pod
<p>In this episode, Gbolahan Akinola shares his journey of relocating from Africa to the UK, discussing the challenges and opportunities faced along the way. He emphasizes the importance of preparation, networking, and...
Episode #1
<p>The podcast explores the challenges of relocating and excelling in a new career, featuring real conversations and success stories from Africans who have mastered the move and excelled in their career...
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