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👤 About Dr. Wale Okideram:
Dr. Wale Okediran is a true Renaissance man who blends medicine, literature, and public service. His life exemplifies how one can successfully pursue multiple passions with purpose. Inspired by both science and the arts from a young age, he has made significant contributions to Nigerian society. Like Anton Chekhov, he sees medicine as his profession and literature as his passion, using all three paths—healing, storytelling, and politics—to deeply impact humanity.

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0:00 The high standards of Netflix for global screenings and the process of book adaptation.
0:55 Intro to Dr. Okadiran and his path to screenwriting.
1:56 Background journey from Nigeria to Ghana; origin of “Story Warrior.”
2:37 Storytelling as a weapon and leading the Pan-African Writers Association.
3:24 Mission of the Association: promote African culture and unity.
6:16 Importance of sharing African stories with the world.
6:52 About The Tenant of the House and its political themes.
7:35 Fiction-meets-fact narrative style of the book.
9:54 Book’s focus on farmer-herder conflict.
12:56 Protagonist’s struggle, including a love interest from the opposing side.
13:55 Book's 2009 release and awards.
14:46 10-year journey to film adaptation.
16:10 Political reactions to the book.
19:21 Politicians as metaphorical "tenants."
19:40 Irish friend's role in recognizing its film potential.
22:24 Shout-out to Cash Hogan’s collaboration.
22:57 Pitching to Netflix.
23:34 Delays and COVID-19 impact.
24:53 Netflix’s interest and content standards.
26:25 Financial risks and concerns.
27:18 Netflix success and global reach.
30:16 Why the film resonated: strong story, politics, romance.
32:37 Netflix’s new openness to African writers.
33:13 Financial gains and production costs.
34:16 Broader success beyond money.
34:50 Boost in book sales, tours, and readings.
36:43 U.S. tour success, including Harvard visit.
38:21 Inspiring other African writers.
39:03 Film’s future distribution plans.
40:56 Writing advice: research, balance, and consistency.
44:11 Zanzibar trip’s influence on writing.
45:38 Travel writing in Morocco, inspired by Nat Geo.
48:18 Medical practice and telemedicine work.
49:13 Artist's role and reflections.
49:24 Favorite book: Doctor Zhivago.
50:55 Quote on resistance and action.
51:22 Love for African cuisine.
52:46 Tip for writer’s block: walk or run.


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