Conversations with the Cofounder: Reimagining Reading Part 2 with Uthman Alibalogun of Monocle

Entrepreneurial Appetite

Have you ever witnessed a moment where ambition and innovation collide? Uthman Alibalogun, the co-founder of Monocle, an innovative social e-reading app, joins us to share his journey from a Nigerian immigrant to an entrepreneurial innovator in the tech industry.
Our conversation with Uthman isn't just about technology; it's a deeper exploration of personal development through his experience as a college student at North Carolina A&T, Tech Co-founder, and Graduate Student at UC Berkeley. Plus, we celebrate the team of Black men behind Monocle as they forge a new narrative in the ed-tech space, fostering pride and a strong sense of community.
Wrapping up, Uthman lays out his vision for Monocle - a tool that promises to weave readers into a tightly-knit shared knowledge and discourse fabric. From its potential in academic peer reviews to chipping away at intellectual stereotypes, Monocle is poised to make waves in the educational landscape. We end on a personal note, sharing Uthman's inspiring climb of Mount Fuji, a testament to how life's unplanned routes can lead to fulfilling dreams. It's a session that's as much about the transformative power of reading as it is about the milestones on the entrepreneurship journey. Join us for an episode that's bound to ignite a spark within, whether you're a book lover, a tech enthusiast, or a dreamer looking to leave your mark on the world.

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1. Monaco (00:00:00)

2. Path to Success in Tech (00:09:47)

3. Co-Founder Roles and Strengths in Startups (00:19:40)

4. Co-Founder Roles and Community Building (00:24:35)

5. Balancing Work, School, and Startup Support (00:29:28)

6. Support and Challenges in HBCU Entrepreneurship (00:36:34)

7. Monaco and Community Building in Future (00:46:38)

8. Climbing Mount Fuji and Finding Inspiration (00:52:50)