Brand Building: Discusses the power of stereotyping media, culture, and African entrepreneurship opportunities.
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4.5 • 1.7K Ratings
🗓️ 12 March 2026
⏱️ 24 minutes
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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dami Kujembola.
CEO and co-founder of Amplify Africa:
🎯 Purpose of the Interview
The interview aims to:
- Highlight Amplify Africa’s mission to reshape global perceptions of Africa.
- Discuss the power of media, culture, and entrepreneurship in bridging the gap between Africa and the diaspora.
- Share Dami’s personal journey as an immigrant entrepreneur and cultural advocate.
🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Amplify Africa’s Impact
- Reaches 12 million people monthly across the US, UK, Brazil, and Africa.
- Has hosted 200+ global events
- Focuses on cultural storytelling, media, and education to combat stereotypes.
“I think it’s representative of the need of people right now. People are looking for strong, real connections.” — Dami Kujembola
2. The African Festival in Atlanta
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- “Atlanta reminds me of home… the energy is infectious, and the support for everything Black is powerful.” — Dami Kujembola
3. Challenging Stereotypes
- Dami shares his experience of being asked if there are lions in Lagos.
- Emphasizes the modernity and vibrancy of African cities.
- Uses media to educate and reframe narratives about Africa.
“I’ve probably never seen a lion in my entire life living in Lagos… It’s so metropolitan.” — Dami Kujembola
4. Nollywood’s Global Rise
- Nollywood is the third-largest film industry globally.
- Netflix and other platforms are helping African stories reach global audiences.
- Dami’s company partnered with Regal Cinemas for a nationwide Nollywood release.
“There’s a big emergence coming up from the continent right now with African talent doing amazing things.” — Dami Kujembola
5. Community and Collaboration
- Dami credits his success to community support and collaborative efforts.
- Amplify Africa is built by a diverse team representing multiple African countries and diaspora communities.
“It’s really the work of the community… people coming together and saying, ‘We want this to succeed.’” — Dami Kujembola
📌 Notable Quotes
- “Stop reading other people’s success stories and start living your own.” — Rushion McDonald (Host)
- “Our goal is to make our world smaller… so if you’re in Atlanta, we want you to feel like you’re in Lagos.” — Dami Kujembola
- “Your dreams are valid, regardless of your skin color.” — Dami Kujembola
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST
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| 0:00.0 | This is an IHeart podcast. |
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| 0:04.3 | Welcome to my show. |
| 0:05.6 | I'm Rishon McDonnell, the host of Money Making Conversations Masterclass, where we encourage |
| 0:09.8 | people to stop reading other people's success stories and start planning your own. |
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| 0:27.0 | You can follow me on IHeartRadio app, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to your podcast. New Money Making Conversation Masterclass episodes drop daily. I want to keep you on alert |
| 0:32.9 | because my guests provide tips on how you can uplift your community, improve your |
| 0:37.0 | financial planning, motivation, or advice on how you can uplift your community, improve your financial planning, |
| 0:38.2 | motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. |
| 0:42.2 | Now, let's get this podcast started. |
| 0:43.9 | My guest is the CEO and co-founder of Amplify Africa, Inc., a leading African entertainment and media company in the U.S. |
| 0:52.7 | Under his leadership, Amplify Africa has averaged a digital reach of 12 million people |
| 0:59.0 | monthly across the U.S., United Kingdom, and Brazil. |
| 1:03.0 | Notably, the company has organized over 200 events worldwide, including his acclaim |
| 1:07.9 | Afrikan and Afro Ball. |
| 1:10.4 | He is on the show to discuss who he is. |
| 1:12.2 | We need to know who his brother is. Please welcome to money-making conversation, Dami Kujibola. How you doing, Dami? I'm very well. Thank you, man. I need to take you around everywhere I go so you can make interest for me, but that's dope. Yeah, thank you. I appreciate. First of all, thank you for coming on the show. |
| 1:27.1 | I heard about your event. |
| 1:28.6 | It's Afrikan. |
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