100 Mins Of Storytelling Advice for Creators That Want To Change The World | Tunde Onakoya

Today on Crea8torium, we have someone whose life is more than just a game. Tunde Onakoya is reshaping futures.  With a small table and a big vision, he created Chess in Slums. But what he really created was a portal to possibility, opening doors for young people who’ve been overlooked by society.From Nigeria to Times Square, Tunde is teaching children to see themselves not as pawns, but as kings and queens. But the story doesn’t stop there. Tunde’s journey is about answering a call to purpose, doing the work even when no one’s watching, and staying true to your vision—even when the world gets loud.In this episode, we’re diving into the quiet, powerful decisions that shape big dreams. We’re talking about resilience, staying grounded under pressure, and authenticity on this journey, no matter how the odds are stacked.Let’s get into it but one quick thing.This episode was recorded shortly after Tunde's record-breaking 60+ hour chess marathon in Times Square. You may notice some sniffles — a testament to how deeply he pushed himself and how hard his body worked to recover. We’re grateful he came to share this moment with us, sniffles and all, reminding us that true greatness often leaves a mark. (And if you listen closely, you just might sniff a hint of the resilience that made him a champion.)Chapters00:00:00 Introduction00:01:14 Handling Success00:02:20 On Purpose (A Life’s Calling)00:05:01 Preparing for The Spotlight 00:07:56 Building Something Bigger Than You 00:13:47 Navigating Your Identity00:21:51 Chess In Slums, The Story00:30:52 How To Storify ‘Boring’ Things00:38:33 Evolving Through Purpose00:44:37 Stories That Fuel Tunde 00:51:39 The Secret Power of The African Child00:56:31 Repurposing Pain01:04:20 The Journey Towards The World Record01:12:11 The Power of Resilience01:16:17 Relationship With Fear 01:25:43 Handling The Pressure of Fame 01:35:17 How To Change Your Reality01:40:30 How To Tell Stories That Impact Connect With Tunde OnakoyaInstagram: https://tinyurl.com/3h27kc43X: https://tinyurl.com/4jtx2st6Chess In Slums Africa: https://tinyurl.com/5ckjvadaListen To Our EpisodesSpotify: https://tinyurl.com/crea8toriumsptfyApple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/crea8toriumappleJoin Our CommunityGet Exclusive Info Via Our Newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/crea8toriumInstagram: https://tinyurl.com/crea8toriumigTikTok: https://tinyurl.com/crea8toriumtk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.