On THE BACKSTORY WITH OMOBOLA STEPHEN show, Omobola Stephen and her guests analyses government, policy and leadership. Debates about development, international relations and the political economy of globalisation and global governance. Make comparative analyses of political systems operating in different countries around the globe; and critically assess the ideas and ideologies shaping contemporary visions of just societies.
It is time to change the narratives; pivoting change and transformation the world needs with disruptive mindshift conversations.
The host, Omobola Stephen host of one of the most sought-after podcast on personal development,Life Well Lived by Omobola Stephen which is aired on major distribution platforms globally.
Let the conversation begin!!!
E45: IdleSmart: Disrupting The Status Quo Of Idle Management With Jeff Lynch
Omobola Stephen interviews Jeff Lynch, President and CEO of IDLESMART, about reducing emissions and idle time for trucking fleets, highlighting technology's redemptive power and IDLESMART's human-centered approach.
14 May 2025
E044: Biodiversity As A Whole Ecosystem: ONE HEALTH For ANIMALS AND PEOPLE WITH Azzedine T. Downes
Today on The Backstory With Omobola Stephen,the host, Omobola Stephen would be shinning more light on the environment with focus on biodiversity and Ecosystem and how we can ensure one health for both animals and people.
With her to explore on this topic is Azzedine Downes, the President and CEO of the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW). The organization work in rescue and conservation around the world.
Since 2012, Azzedine Downes has worked closely with experts and decision makers from around the world, leading a groundbreaking period of geographic expansion and strategic consolidation. Before joining IFAW, Azzedine served as the Chief of Party for the U.S. Agency for International Development in Jerusalem and Morocco and was appointed by President Clinton as Acting Regional Director for the United States Peace Corps in Eurasia and the Middle East.
On the show, some of the topics explored were How the government, state actors can put more effort to improve on biodiversity and the Ecosystem. Azzedine provided strategies and insights.
Key aspects of the biodiversity global challenge especially on accelerated extinction rates and threats to Ecosystem services.
The impact of technology on animal welfare and potential impact on ecosystem.
On conservation finance- How we can invest in people and the planet and so much more.
Get the feel of the full interview on The Backstory With Omobola Stephen where mindshift conversations lives.
Learn more about IFAW and.see how you can support the project here>>>
https://www.ifaw.org/ (https://www.ifaw.org/)
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9 May 2025
E043: Emerging Tech And THE Trump Administration With Jeff Le
On The Backstory With Omobola Stephen, the focus was on emerging tech and The Trump Administration. How the administration of President Trump will reshape the most disruptive sector which is Technology.
Guest, Jeff Le was on the show with host Omobola Stephen to share his insights on this important topic.
Jeff Le is the principal partner at 100miles strategy, a consultancy that helps organisations and companies partner with government.
He was the Deputy Cabinet Secretary for California Governor Jerry Brown where he covered a broad portfolio to include agriculture, trade, international affairs, homeland security, emergency services and disaster response, immigration, military and veterans affairs, and emerging tech. Jeff was also was the state's coordinator with the first Trump Administration.
Jeff shared his thoughts on the federal government DOGE( Department of Government Efficiency)and on if DOGE has the expertise to decide which federal government operations should be cut.
Also,On President Trump’s recission of Biden’s AI executive order and the adoption of executive order on removing barriers to american leadership.
Other topics covered were the revoking of Biden’s Administration digital assets executive order and how this measure could guard against the risks the assets pose.
Stay tuned to more indepth analysis of the topic with Omobola Stephen and Jeff Le on The Backstory With Omobola Stephen where disruptive mindshift conversations lives.
Connect with Omobola and learn about the podcast and her professional services here
mindshiftconversations.com.
Connect with Jeff Le here>>>
https://www.100milestrategies.... (https://www.100milestrategies.com/)
https://www.linkedin.com/in/je... (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreyle)
Check out this important piece from Jeff that highlights opportunities to better secure the american environment.
*AI
https://www.19fortyfive.com/20... (https://www.19fortyfive.com/2025/04/even-texas-and-california-agree-ai-needs-real-oversight-now/)
*Agriculture qnd Tariffs
https://www.usatoday.com/story... (https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/voices/2025/04/18/trump-tariffs-eggs-rural-america-farmers/82973333007/)
*Maritime Cybersecurity
https://cyberscoop.com/us-mari... (https://cyberscoop.com/us-maritime-cybersecurity-challenges-opportunities-2025/)
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