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In this episode of Visual Intonation, we dive into the world of interdisciplinary artist and filmmaker Anita Safowaa, whose work captivates with its profound exploration of under-documented cultural moments. Anita's multifaceted approach bridges film, audio, immersive experiences, and archival research to create deeply personal yet universal stories. Known for her thought-provoking projects like A Single Bracelet Does Not Jingle and To Those Before Me, her works have resonated with audiences at prestigious platforms like BBC Arts, Channel 4 Random Acts, and Dazed. Anita's storytelling is driven by an exploration of memory—both collective and individual—and the ways in which silenced histories can be preserved and reimagined. In our conversation, she shares how her British-Ghanaian heritage shapes her perspective on diasporic identity and how she uses mediums like VR, animation, and reflective writing to offer new ways of engaging with the past. Her commitment to preserving cultural narratives is evident in her ongoing projects, including A Journey to Stillness, a work-in-progress that promises to continue her exploration of migration and belonging. Through her role as both a second unit director and a creative producer, Anita brings a unique voice to the intersection of art and storytelling. As we talk about her experiences, she reflects on the role of the artist as a documentarian and the delicate responsibility of representing communities that have often been marginalized or overlooked. Her distinct approach encourages listeners to reconsider the power of memory and the potential for art to act as counter-history. Join us as Anita Safowaa guides us through her creative process, discussing her most impactful works, her contributions to the global conversation on migration, and her vision for the future of interdisciplinary art. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on the intersections of culture, history, and innovation. Anita Safowaa's Website:  https://anitasafowaa.co.uk/ Anita Safowaa's IMDB:  https://www.imdb.com/name/nm14668627/ Anita Safowaa's LinkedIn:  https://uk.linkedin.com/in/anitasafowaa Anita Safowaa's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/anitasafowaa/ Support the showVisual Intonation Website: https://www.visualintonations.com/Visual Intonation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visualintonation/Vante Gregory's Website: vantegregory.comVante Gregory's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directedbyvante/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): patreon.com/visualintonations Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@visualintonation Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@directedbyvante

Greetings Glocal Citizens! Over the week/weekend just passed, the world recognized International Women's Day (https://www.internationalwomensday.com) as well as Ghana's 68th Independence Day (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFioERq8Xfc). Both happenings inspire thoughts, reflections, and movement in my heart and mind especially as I, we sit in constant review of the world we are making, remaking and re-imagining for our now. My conversation this week, in our continued March Herstories Month series is with British-Ghanaian, Elvina Quaison (https://glocalcitizens.fireside.fm/guests/elvina-quaison), is with a diaspora working intently with and within communities engaged in this re-imagining. Now based back in the London after relocating to Brussels since our last conversation, where she supported diaspora and government representatives as Diaspora Engagement Specialist for the EU Global Diaspora Facility (EUDiF), a pilot project funded by the European Commission and implemented by the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD), Elvina recently took on the role of CEO with Shabaka (https://shabaka.org), a values-driven consulting and research organization focused on diaspora and migrants' humanitarian preparedness, response and recovery. Elvina has worked in the international development field, with a focus on African diaspora, for over 20 years with experience spanning diaspora engagement in humanitarianism, development, private and public sector as well as within civil society. She specializes in diaspora and private sector investment with a focus on the utilization of diaspora investment to enhance economic growth in countries of heritage and residence. Our conversation is a wonderful flash forward offering a hopeful persective on how #dynamicdiasporans are engaging with the concept and a #borderlessmindset, and #manifestinganewworld. Where to find Elvina? On LinkedIn (https://uk.linkedin.com/in/elvina-quaison) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sesa4life/) What's Elvina reading? Kindred by Octavia E. Butler (https://www.loa.org/books/643-kindred-fledgling-collected-stories/) Other topics of interest: Notes on serving on boards (https://blog.boardsource.org/blog/recruiting-for-board-diversity-with-respect) On Belgium's Human Zoo (https://www.theguardian.com/world/2018/apr/16/belgium-comes-to-terms-with-human-zoos-of-its-colonial-past) Brussel's AfricaMuseum (https://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/jul/13/belgium-museum-wrestles-with-colonial-past-with-40000-objects-tainted-with-violence) On the brutality of Belgium's King Leopold (https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-53017188) On Onyekachi Wambu (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Onyekachi_Wambu) A conversation with Sophia Stewart, creator of The Terminator and The Matrix (https://youtu.be/tjrpMZXPyKY?si=rIyrvNgrBDosz2yY) Shifters Play UK (https://www.bushtheatre.co.uk/event/shifters-west-end/) About Supacell (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Supacell) Special Guest: Elivina Quaison.

Send us a textThe British High Commission in Ghana kicked off 2025 with its annual UK-Ghana Diaspora Networking Mixer.This year's mixer was a chance to capitalise on these economic ties and deepen connections between the two countries by linking the diaspora with relevant business and government partners, as well as celebrating the achievements of British Ghanaians. We spoke to the three British-Ghanaian entrepreneurs behind: Workspace Global, Talking Drums Travel & Marketplace, and Workspace Global, and EATO about doing business between the UK and Ghana. Read more here:https://www.akadimagazine.com/post/london-to-accra-connecting-capitals-for-economic-growthThe music in this episode is made exclusively for AKADi Magazine by Kyekyeku and the Super Opong Stars and is called 'Life No Dey Easy'.AKADi Magazine is a digital publication connecting Ghanaians in Ghana and the Diaspora, visit us at www.akadimagazine.com and www.msbwrites.co.uk for all your community news.

Reggie Nelson grew up on an East London council estate in a British-Ghanaian family that struggled with alcoholism, domestic violence and money worries. After a brush with the law at a young age, he found direction through his Christian faith and then, as a teenager, being signed to play professionally for Woking Football Club.Following his dad's sudden death on Father's day in 2013, Reggie had to quit playing football and look for a more stable career to support his family. Inspired by words from the Bible "seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you" and his sister's favourite reality TV show 'How'd You Get So Rich?' starring Hollywood comedian Joan Rivers, Reggie set out on a mission to discover exactly how wealthy people got their money. He headed to one of London's most affluent areas, Kensington and Chelsea and started knocking on doors, boldly asking residents his million-dollar question. A number of chance encounters that day took him on a whirlwind journey involving; cash, an Aston Martin and the door that would take him on a path to a dream career in the world of finance.Reggie's autobiography is called Opening Doors. He spoke to Tommy Dixon in 2023.Presenter and producer: Tommy Dixon Editor: Rebecca VincentGet in touch: liveslessordinary@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp: 0044 330 678 2784

Send us a textThe British High Commission in Ghana kicked off 2025 with its annual UK-Ghana Diaspora Networking Mixer.This year's mixer was a chance to capitalise on these economic ties and deepen connections between the two countries by linking the diaspora with relevant business and government partners, as well as celebrating the achievements of British Ghanaians. We spoke to the three British-Ghanaian entrepreneurs behind: Workspace Global, Talking Drums Travel & Marketplace, and EATO about doing business between the UK and Ghana. Read more here:https://www.akadimagazine.com/post/london-to-accra-connecting-capitals-for-economic-growthThe music in this episode is made exclusively for AKADi Magazine by Kyekyeku and the Super Opong Stars and is called 'Life No Dey Easy'.AKADi Magazine is a digital publication connecting Ghanaians in Ghana and the Diaspora, visit us at www.akadimagazine.com and www.msbwrites.co.uk for all your community news.

John Maytham is joined by Fuse ODG, who addresses his critique of Do They Know It's Christmas?, the Band Aid charity single marking its 40th anniversary. The British-Ghanaian musician highlights the song's reductionist portrayal of Africa, arguing that it perpetuates harmful stereotypes by depicting the continent as defined solely by famine and poverty, overshadowing its cultural richness and diversity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ekow Eshun is a British-Ghanaian writer, editor, curator, broadcaster, and author of the memoir Black Gold of the Sun, which was nominated for the Orwell Prize for its exploration of race and identity. He writes for publications including the New York Times, Financial Times and Guardian, and has created documentaries for BBC4 and BBC Radio 4. Eshun was the first Black editor of a major magazine in the UK and the first Black director of a major arts organisation. In this episode of Little Atoms he talks to Neil Denny about his new book The Strangers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daisy Boateng, a British-Ghanaian, new girl-mom, fashionista, author, and founder of The Step Up Sorority is a L'Oreal veteran. She has 14 years under her belt working in Paris, London, Melbourne, and New York City in brand management, digital, and now communications, Her track record for success and delivering strategic solutions at brands like Maybelline, NYX Cosmetics, Essie, and L'Oreal Paris has given her endless insight to share with The Boardroom Beauty Podcast. In this episode she shares everything from tips to navigating big beauty giant, L'Oreal to giving us a sneak peak of what she's been working on in her role. Topics discussed include: Finding a unique selling point early in your career and leaning into that for personal brandingHer global role, translating brand objectives across marketsCreating brand awareness strategies for culturally relevancyThe trade offs between being a marketing generalists vs. specialist Transitioning back to work post-maternity leave and mothering via inspiration Building supportive networks and communities to uplift and serve women of color at work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a Text Message.How does a British Ghanaian beauty entrepreneur transform from a makeup artist at Benefit Cosmetics to a YouTube sensation? Join us as Chanel Boateng, our inspiring guest, shares her compelling story of ambition, resilience, and creativity. Chanel's journey takes us from her education in television design and production to the vibrant world of London's modeling and magazine industries, and ultimately into the realm of viral YouTube content. Through innovative series like Model Mondays, Chanel has championed representation for dark-skinned women in the beauty industry, using YouTube as a powerful business tool right from the start.Chanel doesn't shy away from life's complexities, particularly when balancing motherhood with an influencer lifestyle. Hear about the highs and lows of sharing personal and family details online, the pressures of public curiosity, and her transition to a more private approach. We'll also dive into a broader discussion on success and materialism within the Black community, and how a serene trip to Kumasi, Ghana, shifted her perspective on true happiness. Chanel's reflections remind us that joy often lies in simpler, less hectic environments.Finally, Chanel opens up about reinventing her identity and overcoming significant challenges, from online bullying to the emotional toll of leaked personal information. She draws inspiration from influential figures like Beyoncé, showcasing her unyielding resilience. Chanel also shares her entrepreneurial endeavors as she transitions to Ghana and plans to relaunch Camel Group Global, emphasizing the potential for young Ghanaians in their homeland. Tune in for empowering advice on personal growth, protecting mental health, and navigating life's inevitable changes. This is an episode you won't want to miss!Support the Show.Watch the video episode of this on YouTube - https://linktr.ee/konnectedminds

His second novel, "Grow Where They Fall", shifts between the wonder of childhood and the existential pangs of 21st-century adulthood in South London. Michael Donkor's elegant reflections on sexuality, class and British-Ghanaian identity dominate his latest novel. The author and former English teacher discusses his experience as a Black person in modern Britain, the challenge of inspiring a love for literature in the classroom and what the recent election results could mean for British society.

The incredible soul that is Yasmine Dankwah sat down and discussed her process of storytelling, YouTube rabbit holes and of course Spoken word vs poetry.  Here is the link to Yasmine's short story titled "An Epic: as told by my grandma's photo album " for Symphonies of Beaded Threads  About Yasmine:  Yasmine Dankwah is a British-Ghanaian spoken word artist and writer based in South London. She is interested in exploring how resistance in the form of identity-based discrimination can act as a springboard for joy in live performance by using music, spoken word poetry and lyricism. She is currently an artist on Boundless Theatre's Accelerator programme and part of the Emerging Writer's Group at the Bush Theatre. Last year, she became a recipient of the Francis Chagrin award and was featured on BBC Radio London for her audio play I Used To Know H.I.M, which was commissioned by Chronic Insanity Theatre. To subscribe to Patreon  and become a Patron/ supporter of Chai with Rai.  Social: Myself: https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithrai_/ & https://twitter.com/chaiwithrai_ & https://www.tiktok.com/@chaiwithrai Guest: https://www.instagram.com/yasminedankwah/ & https://twitter.com/yasmined77?lang=en  Links: Myself: https://www.raimuitfum.com/chaiwithraihomepage & https://linktr.ee/chaiwithrai_  Hope you all enjoyed it and Thank you for tuning in. To Subscribe, share, follow my work and everything else is listed above.  

Yascha Mounk and Kwame Anthony Appiah discuss cultivating thick identities (and thick skins). Kwame Anthony Appiah is a British-Ghanaian philosopher, Professor of Philosophy and Law and New York University, and the “Ethicist” columnist for The New York Times Magazine. In this week's conversation, Yascha Mounk and Kwame Anthony Appiah discuss why universities discarded an ethic of common humanity for a new form of identitarianism; how we can recognize and respect individual and cultural diversity without making it the main factor in our interactions; and why faculty must be agents for the change they wish to see in universities. This conversation is part of the Persuasion series “Universities, Diversity, and Democracy,” a new collection of podcasts and essays, featuring leading voices in higher education, that explores how universities can pursue truth in the spirit of philosophical liberalism and in pursuit of social progress. This series is made possible by the generous support of the Arthur Vining Davis Foundations. This transcript has been condensed and lightly edited for clarity. Please do listen and spread the word about The Good Fight. If you have not yet signed up for our podcast, please do so now by following this link on your phone. Email: podcast@persuasion.community  Website: http://www.persuasion.community Podcast production by Jack Shields, and Brendan Ruberry Connect with us! Spotify | Apple | Google Twitter: @Yascha_Mounk & @joinpersuasion Youtube: Yascha Mounk LinkedIn: Persuasion Community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to this episode of the UK Flooring Podcast, where we dive deep into the stories of those who shape the flooring industry. Today, we are thrilled to have a very special guest, Basil David Anthony, the CEO of MODERN FLOORS®, share his remarkable journey from working in security to becoming an internationally recognized entrepreneur in the flooring industry.About Our Guest:Basil David Anthony is a British-Ghanaian entrepreneur known for his dynamic and innovative approach to business. With almost 20 years of experience across various sectors, including flooring, IT, and marketing, Basil has made significant strides in the flooring industry with his brand, MODERN FLOORS®. Established in 2017, the brand has expanded its reach to over 10 countries, offering high-quality and affordable flooring solutions for both residential and commercial spaces. Basil's passion for growth, innovation, and community impact has made MODERN FLOORS® a leading name in the industry.Episode Highlights:The Beginning: Basil shares his early career transitions, from working in security in London to exploring business opportunities in Ghana. The turning point came when he identified a gap in the flooring market, leading to the establishment of MODERN FLOORS®.Expansion and Impact: Under Basil's leadership, MODERN FLOORS® has grown exponentially, opening showrooms in Ghana and Dubai. The brand focuses on customer-centric products and services, including skill-based training for artisans.Global Footprint: Basil discusses the brand's international presence and its strategy to cater to diverse markets by understanding local preferences and requirements.Challenges and Opportunities: From facing entrepreneurial mental blocks to navigating logistical challenges, Basil talks about the hurdles he overcame and the opportunities he seized to grow his business.Vision for the Future: With a keen eye on innovation and sustainability, Basil is passionate about contributing to the flooring industry's growth and exploring new markets, including a potential expansion to the UK.Conclusion:Basil David Anthony's journey is a testament to the power of innovation, perseverance, and a deep understanding of market needs. As the flooring industry continues to evolve, leaders like Basil play a crucial role in shaping its future. Stay tuned to the UK Flooring Podcast for more inspiring stories from the industry.Contact Information:Guest: Basil David Anthony, CEO of MODERN FLOORS®Website: MODERN FLOORS®Social Media: Follow MODERN FLOORS® on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for the latest updates and flooring solutions.Thank you for tuning into the UK Flooring Podcast. Don't forget to subscribe for more insightful episodes with industry leaders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Media depictions of Black men historically have been centered around not so flattering stereotypes: unintelligent, lazy, prone to violence, hypersexual — and worst of all, criminal and dangerous. When he's out in public, acclaimed actor Eric Kofi Abrefa tells I SEE U he has to be make himself small and always be conscious of not appearing too aggressive. He's garnered a growing fanbase because of his breakout role as the villain in the STARZ hit crime-drama series, BMF (Black Mafia Family). He explains that a white actor is given the opportunity to portray any — and every kind of role and the audience ‘won't bat an eye' or think twice about that depiction. But when a Black actor walks on stage, without uttering a word or reciting a line of script, he is a “walking political statement.” Does this mindset unknowingly restrict audiences' thinking of what Black actors can achieve or accomplish?      Join us as host Eddie Robinson chats with the man BMF fans “love to hate:” British/Ghanaian actor, Eric Kofi Abrefa. Star of the biblical comedy epic, The Book of Clarence, Kofi Abrefa shares why he is proud of his Ghanaian ancestry and why he is the biggest promotor of Ghana's film industry. The London-based actor also reveals details of an upcoming sci-fi Netflix series that will feature an all-Black cast with superhero powers. 

Nubuke joins In the Mix as a cohost to discuss the likely inception of the current afrobeats wave, British- Ghanaian producer Juls. . . . . . Theme song: DJ Yamz - Champion No Easy feat Akotowaa, Prince Hakeem Matthews & rxwdxwg Music & artists discussed: Juls Mr Eazi - Bankulize feat. Pappy Kojo prod. by Juls Mr Eazi - Skin tight feat. Efya prod. by Juls Ayra Starr - Commas Paapa Versa - Dear Grace Ria Boss KiDi King Promise - Ginger Black Sherif Follow us @inthemixpoddy on all platforms

‘Small Joys' is the debut novel of Elvin James Mensah which tells the story of a friendship bond that blossoms between two unlikely friends called Harles and Muddy.Harles is a British-Ghanaian queer man who has a lot on his plate. He's dropped out of university. He has a fraught relationship with his father and he's battling depression. Muddy is a Mancunian man who moves into a shared house with his friend Chelsea and Harles – his new housemate. Muddy is easy going, loves indie music and is a keen a bird watcher.In part two, Elvin share details of his writing process with Abena Sɛwaa, the editor of AKADi Magazine, he explains how the Coronation Streets soap inspired one of the characters in the book, and he reveals details of his second novel. This interview was recorded in December 2023.'Small Joys' is published by Scribner UK in the UK, Random House in the USA and Plataeditores in Spain. And join our Podcast Club to access exclusive and early release content and discounts here: https://ko-fi.com/akadimagazineThe music in this episode is made exclusively for AKADi Magazine by Kyekyeku and the Superopongstarz and is called 'Life No Dey Easy'.AKADi Magazine is a digital publication connecting Ghanaians in Ghana and the Diaspora, visit us at www.akadimagazine.com and www.msbwrites.co.uk for all your community news.

‘Small Joys' is the debut novel of Elvin James Mensah which tells the story of a friendship bond that blossoms between two unlikely friends called Harles and Muddy.Harles is a British-Ghanaian queer man who has a lot on his plate. He's dropped out of university. He has a fraught relationship with his father and he's battling depression. Muddy is a Mancunian man who moves into a shared house with his friend Chelsea and Harles – his new housemate. Muddy is easy going, loves indie music and is a keen twitcher (a bird watcher).In part one of this interview, Elvin tells Abena Sɛwaa, the editor of AKADi Magazine what inspired ‘Small Joys', how the book tackles mental health and explores parental acceptance.This interview was recorded in December 2023.'Small Joys' is published by Scribner UK in the UK, Random House in the USA and Plataeditores. And join our Podcast Club to access exclusive and early release content and discounts here: https://ko-fi.com/akadimagazineThe music in this episode is made exclusively for AKADi Magazine by Kyekyeku and the Superopongstarz and is called 'Life No Dey Easy'.AKADi Magazine is a digital publication connecting Ghanaians in Ghana and the Diaspora, visit us at www.akadimagazine.com and www.msbwrites.co.uk for all your community news.

British-Ghanaian film producer Isaac Ameyaw on making short films on a budget and being able to pay actors and go on Netflix. He talks about the challenges of working on a shoe string budget to how quickly films can be made with a Hollywood style budget. Isaac is the founder of YouTube channel Ike Motivation Media, which has accumulated 100s of thousands of views thanks to his creative short films, mainly featured on YouTube, that tell short stories that we can all relate to in life. What makes them unique is they always have a twist to them!  Isaac's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IkeMotivationStories/videos Isaac's Instagram page: https://instagram.com/champagnemotivationstories Let us know your thoughts! Join the conversation on our Social Media handles @thesoundofaccra Social Media  YouTube: https://youtube.com/thesoundofaccrapodcast Website: https://thesoundofaccra.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesoundofaccra/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesoundofaccra Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesoundofaccra Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/thesoundofaccra Linkedin: https://gh.linkedin.com/company/the-sound-of-accra https://linktr.ee/thesoundofaccrapod Support the show https://www.paypal.me/gofundad Listen to more episodes below https://linktr.ee/thesoundofaccrapod About The Sound of Accra Podcast Our mission is always the same, to promote Global Ghanaian excellence. And always to bring you closer to Accra, whenever you are, with powerful stories that make you want to take action in your career, business or personal life.  For 4 years, we have been championing Ghanaian business, entrepreneurship and Creators through podcasting.  To this date, we've achieved 10s of thousands of audio downloads worldwide and published well over a 150 episodes. We are trying to grow our global audience and reach more people and become an established brand in a go to resource for learning about native and Diasporan Ghanaian Creators, entrepreneurs and founders worldwide.  I'm kindly asking for your help. Yes, all of you. To leave a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, the most popular podcast platforms that you all listen to us on. If you have feedback for our shows or would like to share what you would like to hear from The Sound of Accra Podcast, please email info@thesoundofaccra.com

Join us in this enlightening episode as we sit down with Michael Tabirade, the acclaimed Value-Driven Performance Coach and Founder of Masteri Group. Michael, a British-Ghanaian, takes us through his extraordinary journey from a sports talent in London's single-parent home to a transformative figure in the coaching world. In our conversation, Michael opens up about his decade-long pursuit in medicine and the pivotal realization that led him to pivot towards a career in freelance contracting and coaching. He shares the wisdom gleaned from his experiences in the NHS and how they shaped his approach to value-based leadership, work-life balance, and personal mastery. Throughout the episode, Michael addresses crucial topics that resonate with today's professionals. We delve into "The Power of Consistency" and how it can revolutionize your personal and professional life. Michael provides invaluable insights on "How to Live by Your Values" and the transformative impact this can have on your career trajectory. We also explore "The Art of Modern Leadership," discussing the nuances of leading effectively in today's complex work environment. For those considering a career shift, Michael offers sage advice on "How to Transition into Contracting," drawing from his own successful journey. Furthermore, Michael reveals his "Powerful Formula for Setting Great Goals," a strategy that promises to elevate your goal-setting process to new heights. Throughout the episode, Michael answers some pressing questions, providing practical tips on maintaining consistency, his perspective on what constitutes good leadership, and strategies to cope during life's challenging moments. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to navigate the complexities of modern careers and personal development. It's not just a conversation; it's a masterclass in unlocking your potential and steering your life towards success and fulfillment. To connect with Michael, visit his website: https://www.michaeltabirade.com/ Disclaimer: Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show. Do your due diligence. Click here to join PodMatch (the "AirBNB" of Podcasting): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphd We couldn't do it without the support of our listeners. To help support the show: CashApp- https://cash.app/$drchrisloomdphd Venmo- https://account.venmo.com/u/Chris-Loo-4 Buy Me a Coffee- https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chrisJx Thank you to our sponsor, CityVest: https://bit.ly/37AOgkp Click here to schedule a 1-on-1 private coaching call: https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/book-online Click here to purchase my books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2PaQn4p Follow our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/chL1357 Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drchrisloomdphd Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thereal_drchrisloo Follow us on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thereal_drchrisloo Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drchrisloomddphd Follow the podcast on Spotify: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-loo⁠ Subscribe to our Substack newsletter: https://substack.com/@drchrisloomdphd1 Subscribe to our Medium newsletter: https://medium.com/@drchrisloomdphd Subscribe to our email newsletter: ⁠https://financial-freedom-for-physicians.ck.page/b4622e816d⁠ Subscribe to our LinkedIn newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=6992935013231071233 Join our Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=87512799 Join our Spotify Community: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-loo/subscribe⁠ Thank you to our advertisers on Spotify. Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2024

In today's episode, I'm thrilled to introduce Heather Agyepong, a British Ghanaian visual artist, performer, actor, and maker, based in London. Her art practice, deeply concerned with mental health and wellbeing, the diaspora, combines visual art and performance to create an engaging experience for both herself and her audience. Heather's unique approach involves re-imagination to engage communities of interest by placing the self as a central focus within the image. Our conversation illuminates the critical role of community and journaling in honing our crafts, and the liberating realization that our talents are not limited to a single expression.We also talk about the realities of a digital era brimming with distractions, focusing on the art of intentionality and boundary-setting. Heather shares her strategies for fostering creativity and maintaining focus in a world cluttered with notifications providing practical insights for fellow artists and creators. You can connect with Heather at https://www.heatheragyepong.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/heathatrottlives/

Continuing on with the series Symphonies of Beaded Threads and releasing an episode daily. This is the second episode titled "An Epic: as told by my grandma's photo album" written and performed by Yasmine Dankwah.  About Yasmine:  Yasmine Dankwah is a British-Ghanaian spoken word artist and writer based in South London. She is interested in exploring how resistance in the form of identity-based discrimination can act as a springboard for joy in live performance by using music, spoken word poetry and lyricism. She is currently an artist on Boundless Theatre's Accelerator programme and is working with Chronic Insanity Theatre to develop new writing for theatre. She is an alumnus of the Soho Writers' Lab 2021/2, VAULT New Writers Programme in 2020, a Roundhouse Poetry Slam Finalist '22 and was a recent recipient of the Francis Chagrin Award this year. The Transcript of the piece can be found HERE.   If you would like to Donate to this project and a live event which I will be holding soon for the public in a very well known space in Central London CLICK HERE.  To subscribe to Patreon  (listen to the audio version of without ads or intro/outro ) and become a Patron/ supporter of Chai with Rai.  Social: Myself: https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithrai_/ & https://twitter.com/chaiwithrai_ & https://www.tiktok.com/@chaiwithrai Guest: https://www.instagram.com/yasminedankwah/ & https://twitter.com/yasmined77?lang=en  Links: Myself: https://www.raimuitfum.com/chaiwithraihomepage & https://linktr.ee/chaiwithrai_  Hope you all enjoyed it and Thank you for tuning in. To Subscribe, share, follow my work and everything else is listed above.  

Dive into the soul-stirring world of cinematography with Caleb Johnston, a gifted British-Ghanaian cinematographer whose lens captures not just images, but the essence of faith, spirituality, and the rich tapestry of Black art. Join us in this compelling podcast as Caleb shares his captivating journey from London to the heart of the cinematic realm.  In this episode, Caleb unveils the profound influence of his faith on his artistic vision. He delves into the ways in which spirituality shapes his perspective, allowing him to portray the depths of human vulnerability on screen. Through his lens, he weaves stories that resonate with the very core of our existence, capturing moments that echo with authenticity and raw emotion.  Discover the unique blend of short form and documentary realism that defines Caleb's work. As he reflects on his film school days, he shares how he found his passion in merging cinematic narrative techniques with the genuine, unscripted moments of real life. This fusion not only defines his style but also elevates the stories he tells, bridging the gap between art and reality.  As a British-Ghanaian artist, Caleb brings a distinctive cultural perspective to his cinematography. He shares insights into his experiences navigating the intersection of these diverse identities, enriching his storytelling with a tapestry of traditions, beliefs, and histories. His work stands as a testament to the power of representation and the importance of showcasing the multifaceted narratives within the Black artistry.  Join us as Caleb Johnston opens up about his artistic journey, shedding light on the intricate dance between faith, spirituality, and the world of cinematography. Through his words, we gain a deeper understanding of the transformative impact of storytelling, celebrating the beauty of diversity, and the profound connection between the human spirit and the art of visual storytelling.  Caleb's Instagram: https://instagram.com/calebkjohnston  Caleb's Website: https://calebkjohnston.com/  Contact: cameracalebj@gmail.com Visual Intonation Website: https://www.visualintonations.com/Visual Intonation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visualintonation/Vante Gregory's Website: vantegregory.comVante Gregory's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directedbyvante/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): patreon.com/visualintonations Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@visualintonation Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@directedbyvante

My guest today is a British-Ghanaian writer and advocate for inclusion and diversity in the video game industry. Having graduated from the University of Westminster with a degree in creative writing with English literature, she founded Melanin Gamers, a support community for people of colour who play video games, or who want to join the game industry but feel unsure that there is a place for them within it. The initiative, which has more than four thousand members worldwide, has hosted tournaments, worked alongside Microsoft and The Prince's Trust, and in 2020 won Barnet's Big Idea Entrepreneurial Prize. That same year my guest's novel, ‘A Thousand Natural Shocks' was long listed for the Lucy Cavendish Prize, Cambridge University's literary award for unpublished women authors. She is currently writing a graphic novel about a young boy with sickle-cell anaemia, as well as representing the Ghanaian Esports Federation in International Relations. Welcome, Annabel Ashalley-Anthony. Thank you for listening to My Perfect Console. Please consider becoming a supporter; your small monthly donation will help to make the podcast sustainable for the long term, contributing toward the cost of equipment, editing, and hosting episodes. https://plus.acast.com/s/my-perfect-console. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adrian has a conversation with British-Ghanaian creative filmmaker and writer, Isaac Ameyaw, founder of Ike Motivation Media. Isaac is known for creating short web films online, mainly featured on YouTube, that tell short stories that we can all relate to in life. What makes them unique is they always have a twist to them!  Isaac's instagram: instagram.com/champagnemotivationstories Ike Motivation Media YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IkeMotivationStories/videos Build your own community with Skool: https://thesoundofaccra.com/skool Subscribe to our YouTube channel https://youtube.com/thesoundofaccrapodcast Listen to The Sound of Accra Podcast on your favourite platform: https://linktr.ee/thesoundofaccrapod Our Socials  YouTube: https://youtube.com/thesoundofaccrapodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesoundofaccra/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesoundofaccra  Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesoundofaccra Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/thesoundofaccra Linkedin: https://gh.linkedin.com/company/the-sound-of-accra Our Website https://thesoundofaccra.com Sponsor a podcast series or segment https://thesoundofaccra.com/sponsorship/  Register your interest for our private community for entrepreneurs and creatives https://thesoundofaccra.com/community/  Leave us feedback https://thesoundofaccra.com/feedback/  Leave us a review https://ratethispodcast.com/thesoundofaccra  Listen to more episodes below  https://thesoundofaccrapodcast.podbean.com/  All our other links  https://linktr.ee/thesoundofaccrapod  If you have feedback for the season or would like to share what you would like to hear from The Sound of Accra Podcast, please email info[at]thesoundofaccra.com with the subject 'Podcast feedback'

This week, Adrian speaks to Michael Ekow Richardson, a British-Ghanaian, Husband and Father, and also the Co-Founder of Destination Africa, an online and in-person community dedicated to empowering and inspiring the next generation of Africans and more. With a background as a software engineer and professional basketball, Michael decided once he became a father to apply his passions to inspiring and empowering the next generation of young leaders. These days, Michael uses his IT skills as the technological mind behind all things Destination Africa and on the odd occasion, you'll find him coaching on the basketball court. Show Notes: https://www.thesoundofaccra.com/destinationafrica Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4Swt1aO4EZs Check out Swiff: https://bit.ly/SwiffSOA Download Menufinder Africa App: https://www.menufinderafrica.com/ Connect with Michael and Destination Africa: Website: https://www.thedestinationafrica.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/destafricagrp/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/destafricagrp YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DestinationAfricaGroupTV   Our Socials YouTube: https://youtube.com/thesoundofaccrapodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesoundofaccra/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesoundofaccra  Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesoundofaccra Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/thesoundofaccra Linkedin: https://gh.linkedin.com/company/the-sound-of-accra Our Website: https://thesoundofaccra.com Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:55 Icebreaker 2:30 What is Destination Africa 4:00 Afroparenting 6:00 Learning fluent Twi and Portuguese 8:14 Passing on Twi to kids 12:00 Will Twi become Extinct 14:00 Moving to Ghana during Year of Return 15:10 Why destination Africa 16:40 Investing in kids and relocating to Africa 19:30 Why Ghana needs Destination Africa 20:50 Loving where you are from and who you are 22:20 Jellof rice Challenge 25:50 Business Model 26:45 Who Destination Africa is for 27:20 Destination Africa Academy 29:30 Modules 30:00 Building the next global Africa 31:00 Sankofa 33:00 Speaking Twi 37:00 2023 plans 38:25 Tips for African Parents 40:00 Announcements, Outro and links   Sponsor a podcast series or segment https://thesoundofaccra.com/sponsorship/  Learn how to start, launch and monetise a podcast and acquire your first 1000 listeners: https://atozpodcasting.com   Register your interest for our private community for entrepreneurs and creatives https://thesoundofaccra.com/community/  Leave us feedback https://thesoundofaccra.com/feedback/  Leave us a review https://ratethispodcast.com/thesoundofaccra    Listen to more episodes below  https://thesoundofaccrapodcast.podbean.com/    All our other links  https://linktr.ee/thesoundofaccrapod   

This week, Adrian speaks to Anniwaa Buachie, an award-winning actress, filmmaker and writer, shifting sands in the entertainment industry, globally. Known for her portrayal of “Eka” a Nigerian mother battling with issues concerning FGM in the TV series Survivor's Remorse STARZ, opposite the renowned Tichina Arnold, Teyonah Parris and Erica Ash.  Anniwaa is also known for her role in British feature film Aux, staring alongside Jonathan Rhys Davis, and for her guest star role in long running British TV series Holby City. Born in South West London to working class Ghanaian immigrants, Anniwaa is the youngest child out of four. Growing up in a creative household and multi-cultural London, Anniwaa was constantly exposed to a variety of cultures and art forms.  Show Notes: https://thesoundofaccra.com/anniwaa Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SQ6mDvvFjBM Check out Swiff: https://bit.ly/SwiffSOA Download Menufinder Africa: https://www.menufinderafrica.com/  Connect with Anniwaa Buachie Website: https://www.anniwaabuachie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anniwaabuachie Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/anniwaabuachie IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3977267/ Our Socials  YouTube: https://youtube.com/thesoundofaccrapodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesoundofaccra/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesoundofaccra  Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesoundofaccra Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/thesoundofaccra Linkedin: https://gh.linkedin.com/company/the-sound-of-accra Our Website https://thesoundofaccra.com Sponsor a podcast series or segment https://thesoundofaccra.com/sponsorship/  Register your interest for our private community for entrepreneurs and creatives https://thesoundofaccra.com/community/  Leave us feedback https://thesoundofaccra.com/feedback/  Leave us a review https://ratethispodcast.com/thesoundofaccra  Listen to more episodes below  https://thesoundofaccrapodcast.podbean.com/  All our other links  https://linktr.ee/thesoundofaccrapod  Timestamps 0:00 Intro 1:38 Aniwaaa: Actor, Filmmaker & Producer 2:26 Acting in America 3:49 British breaking into Hollywood 5:00 Notable TV & Film Roles  6:25 Archer 7:30 Moon over Aburi 7:52 The Festival Circuit 09:15 Nigerian and South Africa Dominating Films and TV 11:55 Acting vs Producing vs Writing 13:57 Actors becoming directors 15:47 Acting as a Black Woman 17:01 Limited Roles because your Black 18:13 Create your own films 19:37 How social media is changing the film & TV industry  22:16 Yaa Asantewaa 23:23 Anniwaa's future 25:37 Acting pressures 26:33 Achievements and Awards 28:12 2023 plans 28:54 Favourite film 32:15 Biopics 33:18 Where in 5 years? 34:02 Socials 34:27 Tips for Actors and Producers 34:45 Outro If you have feedback for the season or would like to share what you would like to hear from The Sound of Accra Podcast, please email info[at]thesoundofaccra.com with the subject 'Podcast feedback'

Richard Siaw speaks to Ama K. Abebrese-British-Ghanaian Actress, Dilys Sillah-Best Selling Author, and Women/Children's rights activist on Gender Violence and Equality.

Curators Osei Bonsu, Jess Baxter, and Genevieve Barton cross the diverse landscapes, borders, and generations of contemporary African photography, exposing how the past, present, and future can co-exist on camera. Plus, contemporary artist Ndidi Dike revisits the ‘living archive' of colonialism in Nigeria, from Independence House in Lagos, to London. Since the invention of photography in the 19th century, Africa's cultures and traditions have often been seen through Western lenses. By 1914, European powers had colonised 90% of the African continent, often using the media to construct Africa and Black diasporas, in opposition to whiteness. But photography - and photographic traditions of preservation - has long been used by artists on the continent, whether in the pioneering work of studio photographers like James Barnor in pre-independence Ghana, as a means of anti-colonial resistance and political protest in the 1950s, or powerful shots of modern Nigerian Monarchs. Tate Modern's A World in Common platforms how artists are reclaim Africa's histories and reimagining its contemporary place in the world. Curator Osei Bonsu connects show how masks, removed from their ritual context for display in European museums, can also address contemporary questions of restitution, highlighting Edson Chagas' passport-style photographs connecting Portugal and Angola. Jess Baxter and Genevieve Barton look at how globalisation, inequality, migration, and urbanisation, are differently experienced across the continent, and how their ‘hopeful' exhibition focusses as much on climate activism as climate change. Moving beyond Afrofuturism and pan-Africanism towards ideas around ecology and global solidarity, we see how artists exercise agency in ever changing cities, and through boundary-pushing practices of ‘expanded photography'. Plus, moving from the diaspora London to practice in Lagos, multimedia artist Ndidi Dike explains what discarded files and archive documents from Nigeria can reveal about the post-colonial government. A World in Common: Contemporary African Photography runs at Tate Modern in London until 14 January 2024. For more, you can read my article. Part of EMPIRE LINES Photography Season, exposing different perspectives on the past. Listen to the other episodes on Carrie Mae Weems, Nil Yalter's Exile is a Hard Job, plus Gregor Sailor's series, The Polar Silk Road. WITH: Osei Bonsu, British-Ghanaian curator and writer, and a curator of International Art at Tate Modern. He is the curator of A World in Common, with co-curators Jess Baxter and Genevieve Barton. Ndidi Dike, Nigeria-based visual artist working in sculpture and mixed-media painting. ART: ‘A History of a City In a Box, Ndidi Dike (2019) (EMPIRE LINES x Tate Modern)'. PRODUCER: Jelena Sofronijevic. Follow EMPIRE LINES on Twitter: twitter.com/jelsofron/status/1306563558063271936 And Instagram: instagram.com/empirelinespodcast Support EMPIRE LINES on Patreon: patreon.com/empirelines

Written and performed by Caleb Azumah Nelson. Caleb tells the story of a young man who is forced to spend the night wandering the streets of Rome, where he encounters strangers and dangers, and must confront his own fears in a search for connection. Caleb Azumah Nelson is a British-Ghanaian writer and photographer living in South East London. His first novel, OPEN WATER, won the Costa First Novel Award and Debut of the Year at the British Book Awards, and was a No.1 Times bestseller.His short story PRAY was shortlisted for the BBC National Short Story Awards in 2020, and has recently been made into a short film that Caleb wrote and directed. His second novel, SMALL WORLDS, was published in May 2023 to great acclaim and will be adapted for television by Brock Media, with Caleb writing the scripts.This is the final episode of our brand new anthology podcast. You can now listen to all eight stories, wherever you get podcasts. Subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. SHOW NOTESFollow Caleb on Instagram.Follow Caleb on Twitter. Follow Brock Media on Instagram or Twitter.Buy Caleb's novels ‘Open Water' and ‘Small Worlds.'Listen to Caleb's short story ‘Pray' on BBC Sounds. Watch the trailer for the short film ‘Pray'. Read an interview with Caleb in The Guardian. Producer: Nicole Davis (she/her)Executive Producer: Sarah Brocklehurst (she/her)Production Assistant & Assistant Story Editor: Amy Yeo (she/her)Sound Design and Mixing: Tom Whalley (he/him)Artwork: Bett Norris (she/her). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a medical condition that impacts the functioning of a woman's ovaries. It is a lifelong condition that comes with symptoms such as irregular periods, ovarian cysts, and an excess of male hormones.In this episode, we dig into the experiences of Courtney Daniella Boateng, a British-Ghanaian entrepreneur and women's wellness advocate, to shed light on PCOS and its unique manifestations in African women. Courtney candidly shares her personal journey and how she has managed to lead a healthy and joyful lifestyle despite her diagnosis.-To get behind-the-scenes information about every episode, subscribe to our spam-free newsletter here. 

The colonial power dynamics remain, with the global north as the “sender” and the 'global south as the “receiver” of secondhand garments. Ghana imports about 15 million items of secondhand clothing each week, but in Kantamanto, 40% of the average bale is waste, causing a public health crisis and destroying livelihoods and the environment. How can we #StopWasteColonialism?  Sarah Johnson, the Guardian correspondent  Elizabeth Ricketts (Liz), Co-founder & Director of The Or Foundation Yvette Tetteh is a British-Ghanaian entrepreneur, author, athlete, conservationist, and designer who resides in Accra, Ghana. References and recommendations: Stop Waste Colonialism and here The Or Foundation What is EPR? ‘It's like a death pit': how Ghana became fast fashion's dumping ground - The Guardian Documentary - The True Cost

Adwoa Akoto is a British-Ghanaian actor, writer, model and entrepreneur who appeared in HBO & the BBC's hit series 'I May Destroy You'. She talks about her unusual route from economics and finance into acting and how her experience working with NGOs shaped her desire to create impact in this world. In this short extract she describes how she explored different ways to connect with her purpose and achieve the impact she desired. It's an inspiring story of ownership. Enjoy this Unlock Micromoment with Adwoa Akoto!--Adwoa Akoto: https://www.instagram.com/adwoaakoto_York Witches Society movie trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLoV8ujv01E

Ciao Everyone, Diasporahhod is back! Our guest today is British Ghanaian Writer Nana Saah Ossei. In this episode she shares some thoughts on being British Ghanaian, the Black British community, relocating to Ghana and how she pivoted her career. Enjoy, Benny xxx

We love platforming talented new voices on the podcast and this week we're thrilled to be joined by debut author Krystle Zara Appiah, as she reads from her new book, Rootless. When an unplanned pregnancy forces Efe and Sam to confront their differences, they'll discover if what they really want is still each other… A poignant, heart-breaking story about a British-Ghanaian marriage in crisis, Rootless explores themes of friendship, family expectations, societal obligation and motherhood. But above all, it's a story of love. Readers who loved Open Water by Caleb Azumah Nelson and One Day by David Nicholls will especially enjoy this gem. ‘A poignant debut which marks Krystle Zara Appiah out as one of Britain's best new young writers' - HARPER'S BAZAAR Rootless by Krystle Zara Appiah is published by The Borough Press and available now. Show a debut author some love and grab your copy from your local independent bookshop or from our shop on bookshop.org. Podcast produced and edited by Megan Bay Dorman Programmed by Matt Casbourne Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we are joined by Krystle Zara Appiah whose debut novel Rootless is about to take the world by storm. This complex love story is full of bumps in the road and family shaped obstacles that our loveable protagonists have to navigate. We got to know Krystle the British Ghanaian first time author this week, what a lovely way to celebrate IWD! Reading List: Krystle Appiah - RootlessTaiye Selasi - Ghana must goMonica Heisey - Really Good ActuallyArundhati Roy - The God of Small Things

Sussie is a 28 year-old British-Ghanaian novelist based in London. She came on my radar after a beautiful essay she wrote for Lithub about her experience with misophonia. Also, we both appeared earlier this week in an article about misophonia in the UK newspaper, the Evening Standard. We talk about the stresses and internal feelings growing up as an ethnic minority in a new land, how past memories affect the body in the present, we talk about her writing, journaling, meditation, as well as living and working under lockdown, and long COVID. Sussie's website Lithub essay  ---Support the podcast on Patreon!Download the official Misophonia Podcast app!For iOS and AndroidPodcast episodes, background sounds, a trigger journal, a panic button, and tons of resources on all things miso. Absolutely free!---Web: https://misophoniapodcast.comEmail: hello@misophoniapodcast.comSend me any feedback! Also, if you want some beautiful podcast stickers shoot over your address.YouTube channel (with caption transcriptions)Social:Instagram - @misophoniapodcastFacebook - misophoniapodcastTwitter - @misophoniashowSoQuiet - Misophonia Advocacyhttps://soquiet.orgSupport the show

This week, Adrian is joined by William Adoasi.  He is a British-Ghanaian entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, philanthropist, vocalist and Fashion designer who is the founder and CEO of the innovative watch brand Vitae London.He has an illustrative CV including being featured as one of Forbes' 25 Leading Black British Business People To Follow. He has also been mentored by Billionaire Business Magnate Richard Branson. In addition, he was selected as a 2016 Virgin StartUp ambassador.Vitae London watches have been sold in over 30 countries and have provided over 5,000 educational resources to underprivileged children across Sub-Saharan Africa.Special thanks to Tevin from 1000 Voices UKSHOW NOTESwww.thesoundofaccra.com/williamTALKING POINTSIntroVitae LondonWilliam's upbringingWhy WatchesDifferent types of watchesWhy not?Richard Branson and Virgin Being endorsed by Richard Branson & VirginTaking risksWhat a sales career can do for your business Vitae Pop Ups Giving Back Inspiration behind Vitae's watches Not being content Entitlement Creep What The Sound of Accra is to William Final thoughtsCONNECT WITH WILLIAM Instagram TwitterCONNECT WITH VITAE LONDONWebsiteInstagramTwitterWEBSITEwww.thesoundofaccra.comOUR SOCIALSYouTubeInstagramTwitterFacebookLinkedinHonam Naturals A Toronto based skincare brand for all skin types. Organic, sustainable & vegan inspired by Ghana.Support the showLISTEN TO MORE EPISODES BELOWhttps://linktr.ee/thesoundofaccrapod

Unlimited Business Wisdom Ep #132 With Steven Adjei

Danny Manu is a British-Ghanaian engineer and tech entrepreneur who built the world's first auto-translator earbuds. Danny studied at Oxford Brookes University and describes his mission in life as striving to improve lives. He was recently recognised by Google for his contributions to science, arts and culture. Danny describes himself as "a very ambitious, hard-working engineer who strives to develop life-changing solutions to improve people's life". He had previously worked at Quanta Networks Inc. and MEDYBIRD before establishing MyManu in 2014. He has a background in music and art.

In this podcast we talk with Steven Adjei, the founding partner of BlueCloud Health, a United Kingdom-based healthcare firm that helps health businesses in sub-Saharan Africa by facilitating investment and financing for viable African healthcare projects and companies. Steven shares with us the struggles BlueCloud faced in its early years and what it took to rejuvenate the business. We also hear about Steven's unique perspective on legacy as well as how he views business partnerships. It's a fascinating and valuable discussion for entrepreneurs and anyone concerned about leaving a legacy.So if you want to know:– About what can go wrong with an entrepreneurial endeavor and the lessons you can learn from these struggles– The three kinds of partnerships and the role each can play in your business– The four kinds of legacies and the one you want to avoid– The phases you need to be prepared for when you start a business– About “red flag” and other types of pain entrepreneurs may face About Steven AdjeiSteven is a British-Ghanaian author, poet, healthcare consultant and entrepreneur. He is the founding partner of BlueCloud Health, which works to form profitable and returnable investments by fostering open, long-term and trustworthy partnerships between prospective investors and bankable African healthcare businesses. Steven is also the author of Pay The Price, Creating Ethical Entrepreneurial Success Through Passion, Pain and Purpose and an award-winning consulting pharmacist who has worked with Britain's National Health Service. Information about Steven, his book and the work his company is doing in Africa and the Middle East is available at www.stevenadjei.com. At this website, our podcast listeners who subscribe to Steven's newsletter can get a free copy of his book, From Gory to Glory, A Collection of Poems, Contemporary African Art, and Photography. About Lois Sonstegard, PhDWorking with business leaders for more than 30 years, Lois has learned that successful leaders have a passion to leave a meaningful legacy. Leaders often ask: When does one begin to think about legacy? Is there a “best” approach? Is there a process or steps one should follow?Lois is dedicated not only to developing leaders but to helping them build a meaningful legacy. Learn more about how Lois can help your organization with Leadership Consulting and Executive Coaching:https://build2morrow.com/Thanks for Tuning In!Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below!If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends by using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post.Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates.And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show, and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews we get.Please leave a review right now. Thanks for listening!Building My Legacyhttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/building-my-legacy/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/episode-244-steven-adjei-on-the-struggles-of-entrepreneurship-and-the-importance-of-leaving-a-legacy-with-lois-sonstegardphd

In this podcast we talk with Steven Adjei, the founding partner of BlueCloud Health, a United Kingdom-based healthcare firm that helps health businesses in sub-Saharan Africa by facilitating investment and financing for viable African healthcare projects and companies. Steven shares with us the struggles BlueCloud faced in its early years and what it took to rejuvenate the business. We also hear about Steven's unique perspective on legacy as well as how he views business partnerships. It's a fascinating and valuable discussion for entrepreneurs and anyone concerned about leaving a legacy.So if you want to know:– About what can go wrong with an entrepreneurial endeavor and the lessons you can learn from these struggles– The three kinds of partnerships and the role each can play in your business– The four kinds of legacies and the one you want to avoid– The phases you need to be prepared for when you start a business– About “red flag” and other types of pain entrepreneurs may face About Steven AdjeiSteven is a British-Ghanaian author, poet, healthcare consultant and entrepreneur. He is the founding partner of BlueCloud Health, which works to form profitable and returnable investments by fostering open, long-term and trustworthy partnerships between prospective investors and bankable African healthcare businesses. Steven is also the author of Pay The Price, Creating Ethical Entrepreneurial Success Through Passion, Pain and Purpose and an award-winning consulting pharmacist who has worked with Britain's National Health Service. Information about Steven, his book and the work his company is doing in Africa and the Middle East is available at www.stevenadjei.com. At this website, our podcast listeners who subscribe to Steven's newsletter can get a free copy of his book, From Gory to Glory, A Collection of Poems, Contemporary African Art, and Photography. About Lois Sonstegard, PhDWorking with business leaders for more than 30 years, Lois has learned that successful leaders have a passion to leave a meaningful legacy. Leaders often ask: When does one begin to think about legacy? Is there a “best” approach? Is there a process or steps one should follow?Lois is dedicated not only to developing leaders but to helping them build a meaningful legacy. Learn more about how Lois can help your organization with Leadership Consulting and Executive Coaching:https://build2morrow.com/Thanks for Tuning In!Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below!If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends by using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post.Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates.And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show, and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews we get.Please leave a review right now. Thanks for listening!Building My Legacyhttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/building-my-legacy/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/episode-244-steven-adjei-on-the-struggles-of-entrepreneurship-and-the-importance-of-leaving-a-legacy-with-lois-sonstegardphd

Steven Adejei is a British-Ghanaian author, poet, healthcare consultant, and entrepreneur. He is the founding partner of BlueCloud Health, a UK-based African-focused healthcare firm that exists to provide solutions to health businesses in Sub-Saharan Africa. BlueCloud is part of the Emerald Management Group, a multi-sectoral consultancy firm with offices in London, Dubai, and Delhi. Steven is also an award-winning consulting pharmacist who has worked with Britain's NHS and several pharmacy multiples in England and Africa. Steven holds an MBA with project distinction from Warwick Business School, one of the top business schools in the world. He is also an executive contributor for Brainz Magazine. He is currently working on his next book, ‘In Search of Permanence: Surviving and Thriving Your Business in a Constantly Changing World' (due August 2023) and ‘From Gory to Glory, the Sorry Details', a collection of business and lifestyle-themed poems and short stories. Steven currently resides in Plymouth, a beautiful seaside city in southwest England with his wife Dela, and two teenage children. What you will learn Discover the entrepreneurial spirit of Africa Why resilience is one of the core entrepreneurial traits in Africa Learn about the innovations in Africa that the rest of the world never hears about Find out what inspired Steven to begin his entrepreneurial journey Discover how Steven helps businesses in Africa get funding Learn the four kinds of pain that all entrepreneurs go through Find out more about Steven's focus in 2022 Discover how to leave a legacy with your business Plus loads more!

Greetings Glocal Citizens! My guest this week is another long-time friend with a transformational vocation--helping leaders meet the challenges of high impact leadership. A British-Ghanaian, Michelle Awuku-Tatum has been based in the US for the majority of her professional career, particular in New York City. From her early school days managing fitting in when her family moved to Ghana from the UK and then back again, Michelle has always been fascinated by mysteries. She loves decoding situations and analyzing people. As a Professionally Certified, Executive Coach, every day she finds herself conversing with amazing leaders and executives, as they gather clues to help reshape their leadership approach and improve their skills. During her corporate career, she honed her detective skills; creating innovative processes, customer experiences, business strategies and models for global companies in Biotechnology (@lonza), Energy ( @bp Oil & Gas) and Financial Services (@Citigroup). Working with different personalities and cultures in companies that were sometimes slow to embrace change or undergoing rapid transformation, enables her to share lessons learned and relate to what her clients may be experiencing. As founder of myfactor Coaching & Consulting which she founded in 2007 her firm is contributing to a world where high-achieving leaders can show up as their best selves and create workspaces that inspire, motivate, include, develop and show care for the teams they lead. I'm certain that you'll enjoy this two part conversation filled with tangible leadership insights and lots of laughs too! Where to find Michelle? www.myfactorcoach.com (https://www.myfactorcoach.com) On LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mawuku/) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amplify_your_presence/) What's Michelle reading? The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership: A New Paradigm for Sustainable Success (https://smile.amazon.com/15-Commitments-Conscious-Leadership-Sustainable/dp/0990976904/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3AEYC275JNH6D&keywords=15+commitments+to+conscious+leadership&qid=1667787932&sprefix=15+comittments+to+%2Caps%2C316&sr=8-1) by Jim Dethmer, Diana Chapman, Kaley Klemp The Answer to How Is Yes: Acting on What Matters (https://smile.amazon.com/Answer-How-Yes-Acting-Matters/dp/1576752712/ref=sr_1_5?crid=324G9MP8Y0A2F&keywords=peter+block+books&qid=1667788068&sprefix=peter+block+book%2Caps%2C294&sr=8-5) by Peter Block Radical Responsibility: How to Move Beyond Blame, Fearlessly Live Your Highest Purpose, and Become an Unstoppable Force for Good (https://smile.amazon.com/s?k=radical+responsibility&sprefix=radical+responsi%2Caps%2C302&ref=nb_sb_ss_pltr-ranker-lnopsacceptance_1_16) by leet Maull Ph.D. and Daniel Siegel M.D. What's Michelle watching? Grey's Anatomy (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grey%27s_Anatomy) Transplant (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transplant_(TV_series)) Other topics of interest: About High Wycombe (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High_Wycombe) About the Mitchell-Lama Program (https://hcr.ny.gov/ml) in NYC About Robert C. Weaver (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_C._Weaver) Kellog (https://www.kellogg.northwestern.edu) Business School @ Northwestern University Check out these resources from myfactor Coaching: [Crafting Your Personal Leadership Vision]((https://www.myfactorcoach.com/visionguide) - you can download our free step-by-step guide to crafting your leadership vision today. Click here to learn more about pact (https://www.myfactorcoach.com/pact): a high impact, experiential leadership development program specifically for high-achieving mid-level Black women. Special Guest: MIchelle Awuku-Tatum.

Greetings Glocal Citizens! My guest this week is another long-time friend with a transformational vocation--helping leaders meet the challenges of high impact leadership. A British-Ghanaian, Michelle Awuku-Tatum has been based in the US for the majority of her professional career, particular in New York City. From her early school days managing fitting in when her family moved to Ghana from the UK and then back again, Michelle has always been fascinated by mysteries. She loves decoding situations and analyzing people. As a Professionally Certified, Executive Coach, every day she finds herself conversing with amazing leaders and executives, as they gather clues to help reshape their leadership approach and improve their skills. During her corporate career, she honed her detective skills; creating innovative processes, customer experiences, business strategies and models for global companies in Biotechnology (@lonza), Energy ( @bp Oil & Gas) and Financial Services (@Citigroup). Working with different personalities and cultures in companies that were sometimes slow to embrace change or undergoing rapid transformation, enables her to share lessons learned and relate to what her clients may be experiencing. As founder of myfactor Coaching & Consulting which she founded in 2007 her firm is contributing to a world where high-achieving leaders can show up as their best selves and create workspaces that inspire, motivate, include, develop and show care for the teams they lead. I'm certain that you'll enjoy this two part conversation filled with tangible leadership insights and lots of laughs too! Where to find Michelle? www.myfactorcoach.com (https://www.myfactorcoach.com) On LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mawuku/) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amplify_your_presence/) What's Michelle reading? The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership: A New Paradigm for Sustainable Success (https://smile.amazon.com/15-Commitments-Conscious-Leadership-Sustainable/dp/0990976904/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3AEYC275JNH6D&keywords=15+commitments+to+conscious+leadership&qid=1667787932&sprefix=15+comittments+to+%2Caps%2C316&sr=8-1) by Jim Dethmer, Diana Chapman, Kaley Klemp The Answer to How Is Yes: Acting on What Matters (https://smile.amazon.com/Answer-How-Yes-Acting-Matters/dp/1576752712/ref=sr_1_5?crid=324G9MP8Y0A2F&keywords=peter+block+books&qid=1667788068&sprefix=peter+block+book%2Caps%2C294&sr=8-5) by Peter Block Radical Responsibility: How to Move Beyond Blame, Fearlessly Live Your Highest Purpose, and Become an Unstoppable Force for Good (https://smile.amazon.com/s?k=radical+responsibility&sprefix=radical+responsi%2Caps%2C302&ref=nb_sb_ss_pltr-ranker-lnopsacceptance_1_16) by leet Maull Ph.D. and Daniel Siegel M.D. What's Michelle watching? Grey's Anatomy (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grey%27s_Anatomy) Transplant (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transplant_(TV_series)) Other topics of interest: About High Wycombe (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High_Wycombe) About the Mitchell-Lama Program (https://hcr.ny.gov/ml) in NYC About Robert C. Weaver (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_C._Weaver) Kellog (https://www.kellogg.northwestern.edu) Business School @ Northwestern University Check out these resources from myfactor Coaching: [Crafting Your Personal Leadership Vision]((https://www.myfactorcoach.com/visionguide) - you can download our free step-by-step guide to crafting your leadership vision today. Click here to learn more about pact (https://www.myfactorcoach.com/pact): a high impact, experiential leadership development program specifically for high-achieving mid-level Black women. Special Guest: MIchelle Awuku-Tatum.

About The Author https://www.stevenadjei.com/ Steven is a British-Ghanaian author, poet, healthcare consultant, and entrepreneur. He is the founding partner of BlueCloud Health (www.bluecloudhealth.com), a UK-based, African-focused healthcare firm that exists to provide solutions to health businesses in Sub-Saharan Africa. BlueCloud is part of the Emerald Management Group, a multi-sectoral consultancy firm with offices in London, Dubai, and Delhi. Steven is also an award-winning consulting pharmacist who has worked with Britain's NHS and several pharmacy multiples in England and Africa. He currently resides in Plymouth, a beautiful seaside city in Devon, southwest England, with his wife Dela and two teenage children. He loves running and has competed in several 10k and half-marathons. Steven holds an MBA with project distinction from Warwick Business School, one of the top business schools in the world. He is also an executive contributor for Brainz Magazine. Pay the Price, with its associated pioneering Spotify playlist and poetry, is his first book. He is also currently working on his next book, In Search of Permanence: Surviving and Thriving Your Business in a Constantly Changing World (due August 2023), and From Gory to Glory, The Sorry Details, a collection of business and lifestyle-themed poems and short stories. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gabrielolguin/message

About The Author https://www.stevenadjei.com/ Steven is a British-Ghanaian author, poet, healthcare consultant, and entrepreneur. He is the founding partner of BlueCloud Health (www.bluecloudhealth.com), a UK-based, African-focused healthcare firm that exists to provide solutions to health businesses in Sub-Saharan Africa. BlueCloud is part of the Emerald Management Group, a multi-sectoral consultancy firm with offices in London, Dubai, and Delhi. Steven is also an award-winning consulting pharmacist who has worked with Britain's NHS and several pharmacy multiples in England and Africa. He currently resides in Plymouth, a beautiful seaside city in Devon, southwest England, with his wife Dela and two teenage children. He loves running and has competed in several 10k and half-marathons. Steven holds an MBA with project distinction from Warwick Business School, one of the top business schools in the world. He is also an executive contributor for Brainz Magazine. Pay the Price, with its associated pioneering Spotify playlist and poetry, is his first book. He is also currently working on his next book, In Search of Permanence: Surviving and Thriving Your Business in a Constantly Changing World (due August 2023), and From Gory to Glory, The Sorry Details, a collection of business and lifestyle-themed poems and short stories. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gabrielolguin/message

On this episode of Red Carpet, we have a British-Ghanaian gaming collective offering a safe space for all, a young man using art to cope with autism, and we'll take a look at Viola Davis' latest film, The Woman King.

Emma Lady - The Relentless Boss is a British- Ghanaian specializing in Transformational and Business Success Coaching - who is a serial Entrepreneur, Speaker and Published Author of “Journey To Wellness”.   Emma Lady's program “teaches Queens who desire FREEDOM to skyrocket their confidence through elevating their mindset to create the life they desire and deserve by walking in their God-given purpose and building profitable online businesses they absolutely love”.Connect with www.TheRelentlessBoss.com if are ready to transform your life or business.In this episode, Emma Lady and I discussed:How Transformation starts with changing your mindset.How you can create the life of your dreams.Believing in YourselfWhat it means to be RELENTLESSHer Relentless “Journey to Wellness” after an Autoimmune Disease Diagnosis Check out this episode & others here on The Path Podcast & on Apple, Spotify, Google & other podcast platforms.  Follow, share & subscribe Let's connect and share your story:FB: @thepathpodcast  |  IG: @thepath_podcast  | Twitter: @thepath_podcast | thepath4ward@gmail.comConnect with Emma Lady - The Relentless BossInstagram:   @TheRelentlessBoss   &   @EmmaLadyInspiresFacebook Business page:   @TheRelentlessBossWebsite: www.TheRelentlessBoss.com

Talk Art Season 13 continues with a broadcasting LEGEND!!! We meet Clara Amfo, one of British radio and television's most dynamic voices and faces. An award winning broadcaster, podcaster and television presenter best known for her work on BBC Radio 1, where she hosted the official chart and the world famous Live Lounge. She currently hosts Future Sounds, breaking the new music from rising and established musicians.A little known fact about Clara is that she collects art and is friends with many artists. Her brother also collects art and photography and his record collection even inspired the teenage Clara to get into the artistic side of music - including the album artwork of Lauryn Hill. We discuss the art scene in Accra, the awesome capital of Ghana. We learn about Clara's art collection and why she is an advocate for living with art at home - from postcards to prints to unique paintings! We learn about her new role as Trustee of Royal Academy of Arts in London's Green Park and how she's been brainstorming about how to make art more accessible for everyone.During the pandemic, Clara collaborated with the Serpentine Gallery during their major survey of British-Ghanaian photographer James Barnor. Clara is a big fan of Barnor's work, whose career spans six decades, two continents and numerous photographic genres through his work with studio portraiture, photojournalism, editorial commissions and wider social commentary. Clara also introduces us to the work of Ted Pearce aka Ted's Draws known for illustrations of iconic musicians, as well as Josephine Chime, a contemporary painter who has in recent years created portraits of Clara's mother and father.She remembers an Inspiring studio visit to the Brixton-based artist Abe Odedina. We explore why art exhibitions are the perfect venue for dating and Clara reminisces about memorable exhibitions she's visited such as Faith Ringold, Kehinde Wiley at the National Gallery and Lubaina Himid's current solo exhibition at Tate Modern and the impact that Yinka Ilori's 'Better Days Are Coming I Promise' public artwork had on London during lockdown.Follow Clara on Instagram: @ClaraAmfoVisit her official website: www.claraamfo.comLearn more about the Royal Academy and the Summer Exhibition 2022 at @RoyalAcademyArts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

JAE5 is a British-Ghanaian record producer and mixing engineer from Plaistow, East London. He is a Grammy Award-winning producer and is signed to Black Butter Records. Jae5 is popularly credited with pioneering the fusion genre of Afro Swing. His sound is described as a fusion between grime, afrobeats, bashment, and dancehall.

In this episode I meet Adwoa Akoto, British-Ghanaian actor, writer, model and entrepreneur who appeared in HBO/BBC's hit series 'I May Destroy You'. She talks about her unusual route from economics and finance into acting and how her experience working with NGOs shaped her desire to create impact in this world. Reflecting on the conversation, she says, "I didn't even realise a lot of the answers to the questions that you're asking me, I've never really thought about in so much detail. So this has been really enlightening for myself as well." Listen to the power of silence in allowing the brain to do the thinking it needs to do - an essential element of discovering your own moments of remarkable clarity. Adwoa is an inspiration to young actors and entrepreneurs, especially those of hybrid nationality like herself, and this episode is an object lesson in how you can discover clarity in your path ahead if you just create the right environment for great thinking.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adwoaakoto_Twitter: https://twitter.com/adwoaakoto_

British-Ghanaian recording artist, Fuse ODG sits down with Luc Belaire Founder & CEO Brett Berish to discuss growing up in Ghana and London, the success of the Azonto dance, and partnering with Ed Sheeran.

the Pelicans will indeed offer Williamson an extension this summer. The real question is whether or not a new contract would include benchmarks that would potentially protect the Pelicans should Williamson miss substantial time moving forward. After all, he has only played in 85 total games since New Orleans selected him with the top overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft.

JP "J-Rock" Horsley is a black, autistic musician who currently lives in the UK. He is also a contributor to the book, Educational Psychology Perspectives on Supporting Young Autistic People: Insight from Experience, Practice and Research, which was published in April 2022.We had a rich discussion about his music, how his neurodivergence contributes to his art, the stigma associated with receiving his later in life autism diagnosis, how he raises his sons and so much more. For more information about J-Rock, check out this article and/or follow him on Instagram.https://notyourmamasautism.com/https://www.instagram.com/notyourmamasautism/https://www.facebook.com/NotYourMamasAutism/

JP "J-Rock" Horsley is a black, autistic musician who currently lives in the UK. He is also a contributor to the book, Educational Psychology Perspectives on Supporting Young Autistic People: Insight from Experience, Practice and Research, which was published in April 2022.We had a rich discussion about his music, how his neurodivergence contributes to his art, the stigma associated with receiving his later in life autism diagnosis, how he raises his sons and so much more. For more information about J-Rock, check out this article and/or follow him on Instagram.

This week Adrian sits down with a highly requested guest,  Samuel Brooksworth, Founder and CEO of Africa's Fastest Growing Tech-led outsourcing organisation, Remoteli. They helps you build a global on-demand Remote workforce.The company has received attention from the likes of CNN and The Times  In this episode, we discuss things like:2021 Startups in Ghana event featuring Zuberi, Survey 54, Bezo Money and moreRemoteli's Popular company culture and onboardingStarting Remoteli and rapid team growth  Building your Avengers; The dream teamNew African Offices and moreSubscribe to watch on YouTube YouTube: youtube.com/thesoundofaccrapodcastMORE ABOUT SAMUELSamuel Brooksworth is a British-Ghanaian businessman and the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Remoteli.  Remoteli was founded in 2020 and is a tech led outsourcing business supporting organisations globally. With the company's headquarters in the U.K. and an office in Ghana, services include Business Assistance, Customer Service Support, Social Media Management, Business Development and Web/App Development.In 2016, Samuel was a candidate on BBC One's the Apprentice, going onto the show to seek investment for an AI led recruitment platform. After his time on the show, Samuel identified a knowledge gap that existed for many young entrepreneurs with regards to setting up businesses. In order to support these entrepreneurs, he then went on to found the organisation, Build and Master. Build and Master was a Startup Accelerator educating and mentoring entrepreneurs to grow and scale their businesses. Throughout its duration, Build and Master supported over 100 businesses in launching.Special thanks to Africa Global Radio for hosting us.RATE THIS PODCAST ON APPLE OR SPOTIFYSOCIAL MEDIAWebsite: https://thesoundofaccra.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesoundofaccra/Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesoundofaccraFacebook: https://web.facebook.com/thesoundofaccraLinkedin: https://gh.linkedin.com/company/the-sound-of-accraLISTEN TO MORE EPISODEShttps://linktr.ee/thesoundofaccrapodIce Cream and Ting: Premium Ice Cream Exotic small-batch ice cream, inspired by the rich flavours of The African and Carribbean ContinentSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/gofundad)

Front Row goes to the seaside and sends a sonic cultural postcard. The first major solo exhibition by British-Ghanaian artist Larry Achiampong opens at the Turner Contemporary Gallery in Margate on Saturday. The artist shows Samira Ahmed around, but Achiampong's isn't the only show in town. Margate has become a destination for artists and art lovers, and Tracey Emin is opening a new space for artists to work in. Samira finds out from curator Rob Diament what else is happening in this happening place, and hears from members of the People Dem Collective, artists and activists of colour who live and work in Margate. Thomas Sanderling has stepped down from his position at the helm of the Novosibirsk Philharmonic Orchestra in protest of the ongoing Russian conflict in Ukraine. He talks to Samira about the Russian dilemma facing the arts world. Zinnie Harris joins Samira to discuss her play The Scent of Roses. Playing at the Royal Lyceum in Edinburgh it's a study of how secrets and lies can corrode relationships. Presenter: Samira Ahmed Producer: Jodie Keane

This week Mz Dru pulls up to our Accra studio with infectious energy and countless gems of wisdom ( Thank you Kofi )! Mz Dru is a TV presenter and media personality that moved from the UK to Ghana in 2019. In the short space of time, she has made her presence known from interning on Radio and TV, to being the face of multiple brands and companies. She also has a passion for youth empowerment and aims to inspire others through her journey only chasing her dreams whilst living her best life! Mz Dru is also a co-founder of a plantain chips brand called Ayeko Plantain Chips birthed from Covid, celebrating 2 years in Ghana. She is also a YouTuber,  Mz Dru TV , where she showcases everything from hidden gems of Ghana, to a day in the life of your average working Ghanaian.In this episode, we discuss things like:Mz Dru's secret to the rapid growth of her Social Media and YouTube accountsHer rollercoaster journey relocating to Accra from London Building a unique brand and being true to yourselfHer Plantain Chips brand and the incredible circumstances under which it was conceivedThe importance of rest and avoiding burnout from a hectic lifestyle How she almost never returned to GhanaToday's episode show notes: https://thesoundofaccra.com/mzdruSubscribe to our YouTube: youtube.com/thesoundofaccrapodcastSubscribe to Mz Dru YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/mzdrutv Special thanks to Africa Global Radio for hosting us.RATE THIS PODCAST ON APPLE OR SPOTIFYSOCIAL MEDIAWebsite: https://thesoundofaccra.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesoundofaccra/Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesoundofaccraFacebook: https://web.facebook.com/thesoundofaccraLinkedin: https://gh.linkedin.com/company/the-sound-of-accraLISTEN TO MORE EPISODEShttps://linktr.ee/thesoundofaccrapodIce Cream and Ting: Premium Ice CreamExotic small-batch ice cream, inspired by the rich flavours of The African and Carribbean ContinentSupport the show

Ep 48: Whiteness in Art - Adelaide Damoah is a British-Ghanaian multidisciplinary artist, who uses investigative practices spanning painting, performance, collage, image transfer and photographic processes, to interrogate colonialism, spirituality and intersectional feminism. Since her debut exhibition ‘Black Brits' in 2006, she has exhibited in shows nationally and internationally from Lagos to Cannes. She is a founding member of the Black British Female artist (BBFA) Collective and a co-founder of the Intersectional Feminist (INFEMS) Art Collective, and in 2019, she became the first black artist to be appointed an academician of the Royal West of England Academy (RWA). She joins me to talk whiteness in art, who curates what gets appreciated and her body as a canvas. Note: This episode was recorded in June 2021 so some events are now in the past.

A soundscape of nostalgia, loneliness and reflection on Kwei's journey home after a concert as he recollects memories following a big move to a new city. About Esme and Caleb Esme Allman is a poet, writer and theatre-maker based in South East London. She is an alumna on the Roundhouse Poetry Collective and the Barbican Young Poets programme. She has previously received poetry commissions from the ICA's New Creatives Programme, English Heritage, the Barbican and Sydenham Arts. Her work has also appeared in POSTSCRIPT, The Skinny and the Barbican Young Poets 2019/2020 anthology. Her work explores blackness, history, memory, desire and the ways these ideas interact with each other. Caleb Azumah Nelson (b. 1993) is a British-Ghanaian writer and photographer, living in South East London. He was recently shortlisted for the Palm Photo Prize and won the People's Choice prize. He has produced music and sound for artists such as MAVI and Belinda Zhawi. His writing has been published in The New York Times, The White Review, Granta and Harper's Bazaar. He was shortlisted for the BBC National Short Story Award 2020 for his story 'Pray'. His first novel, OPEN WATER, was published by Viking (UK) and Grove Atlantic (US), and was longlisted for the Gordon Burn Prize and the Desmond Elliott Prize. New Creatives is supported by Arts Council England and BBC Arts. Esme Allman – Writer, Poet and Performer Caleb Azumah Nelson –Writer and Performer, Sound Production Tife Kusoro – Performer Rory Bowens (NTS) – Executive Producer

Rebel groups announced an alliance with TPLF forces to oust PM Abiy Ahmed, but the government in Addis Ababa thinks they've seen it all before. The African National Congress in South Africa suffers from the lowest voter turnout in the country's history. At COP26, we hear from young entrepreneurs with ambitious ideas on how to slow down climate change. And exquisite poetry, courtesy of award winner British Ghanaian author Dzifa Benson.

Hosts: Elizabeth Solaru Linkedin: Elizabeth Solaru Instagram: @luxurybusinessemporium Website: www.luxurybusinessemporium.com Simba Wakatama Linkedin: Simba Wakatama Instagram: @simbawakatama Website: www.volobespoke.com Stories: Jonathan Akeroyd named as new Burberry CEO Burberry's former CEO was instrumental in Burberry's turnaround and his departure mid strategy left big shoes to fill. Balenciaga Is Officially the Hottest Luxury Brand in the World Right Now According to the Lyst Index for Q3 of 2021, Balenciaga is the hottest luxury brand right now. Sotheby's Launches Metaverse, a Dedicated Digital Art Platform With a Little Help From Pak, Paris Hilton, and Time Magazine, in an industry first, Sotheby's launched Sotheby's Metaverse, its very own dedicated platform aimed at digital collectors offering a curated selection of NFTs chosen by the auction house's specialists. Royal Caribbean All Around the World Cruise This week, Royal Caribbean International announced its Ultimate World Cruise that will take passengers to all seven continents in the span of 274 days. On the world's farthest-reaching cruise to date, passengers can expect to arrive at 150 destinations in 65 countries. A Shortage of White Truffles Is Pushing Prices Up to Around $4,500 a Pound The price of the luxury delicacy has quadrupled for distributors. Native to Italy and the Balkan Penninsula, we were warned of shortages a few years ago but this is an opportunity to grow more truffles artificially as a few farms are starting to. Emma Raducanu becomes Dior's newest ambassador Tennis sensation Emma Raducanu has been tapped by Dior into becoming their newest ambassador. An incredibly rare California license plate paired with an NFT is on sale for an astounding $24 million. A perfect example of scarcity is expensive is one rare license plate with the letters MM is set to sell for a record price of $24 million. Adjaye Associates reveals designs for upside-down New York skyscraper Concept designs for a teetering supertall upside-down skyscraper in New York's Hudson Yards district have been unveiled. Formed of stepped cantilevered blocks, the 450-metre tower proposed for a state-owned plot dubbed ‘Plot K', would be the British-Ghanaian architect's tallest scheme yet. Meet the Visual Artist Using Algorithms to Make Multi-Million Dollar NFTs Tyler Hobbs is partnering with Bright Moments for a unique NFT minting experience. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luxurynewsweekly/message

Juls is a name you know in African music and he has one of the most impressive musical CVs I have ever seen on the continent and beyond. The world-renowned British-Ghanaian producer, Juls, dropped his new album titled Sounds of My World the other day and here's MJ Wemoto's review

Kwame Anthony Appiah is a British-Ghanaian philosopher, the Ethicist columnist for the New York Times Magazine, and one of today's deepest thinkers about the nature of identity. His scholarly writing, journalism, and novels help us to envision a world in which our professed categories enrich rather than impoverish—or, in his terms, a world which reveres “universality plus difference.”  In this week's conversation, Kwame Anthony Appiah and Yascha Mounk discuss neutrality as a liberal ideal, the limits of identity politics, and the merits of race-abolitionism. This transcript has been condensed and lightly edited for clarity. Please do listen and spread the word about The Good Fight. If you have not yet signed up for our podcast, please do so now by following this link on your phone. Email: podcast@persuasion.community  Website: http://www.persuasion.community Podcast production by John T. Williams, and Brendan Ruberry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Connect with us! Spotify | Apple | Google Twitter: @Yascha_Mounk & @joinpersuasion Youtube: Yascha Mounk LinkedIn: Persuasion Community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matiki Anoff is a British-Ghanaian is a BAFTA / Oscar award-winning makeup artist who currently resides in New York. Having an enviable body of work that includes Spike Lee's classics Do The Right Thing & Mo' Better Blues. And films featuring Oprah Winfrey, Maya Angelou, and Halle Berry and Denzel Washington. Matiki recently won a BAFTA and was part of the Oscar-winning Hair & Makeup team for Ma Rainey's Black Bottom starring Viola Davis and the late Chadwick Boseman. We spoke to Matiki about her journey as a Makeup Artist. Follow https://www.instagram.com/matikipromakeup/ (@matikipromakeup)

In episode four of the second series of Conversations in Culture, host Abraxas Higgins is joined by British Ghanaian photographer and filmmaker Campbell Addy. This week's conversation focuses on the topic ‘Defining Culture Through the Creative Lens'. This is part of a weekly series first broadcast on Clubhouse which features conversations around fashion and British culture. Check out our Clubhouse: https://www.joinclubhouse.com/club/ted-baker

In this episode I chat to William Adoasi about his journey from a council estate in South London to founding the innovative watch brand, Vitae London, a brand which is sold in over 30 countries, endorsed by celebrities worldwide with a mission to ‘remove as many barriers to education as humanely possible' William is a British-Ghanaian entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, philanthropist, role model and fashion designer who is the founder and CEO of Vitae London. William speaks about his scholarship to a Boarding School where he became aware of difference and inequality, and the power of exposure and awareness. He talks about the opportunity in struggle and the importance of mindset and role models in achieving personal possibility. He speaks of his experience of overly identifying with money which served as his springboard to find a higher purpose in work. Listen out for his story of meeting and dining with Prince Charles and being mentored by Richard Branson. Finally, William shares his best money purchase for around £30 and his Money Pearls of Wisdom. Sit back, grab yourself an espresso (or drink of your choice!) and enjoy the conversation. •William can be found on Twitter & Instagram @WilliamAdoasi •Find out more about Vitae London @VitaeLondon on Twitter and Instagram If you would like to talk about your money matters do feel free to contact me at: • Twitter - twitter.com/RuthSturkey • LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ruthsturkey

June greetings Glocal Citizens! We're nearly halfway through "the year after" and in the spirit of reimagining spaces and places for our new next, my guest this week is all about personal development. Elvina Quaison, a British-Ghanaian is the founder of SESA, a global personal development organization. SESA is a space, a resource to assist others find answers, guidance and advice to make the life game more enjoyable. She has also served as Business Club Manager at AFFORD (https://www.afford-uk.org/) straddling continents to add value for businesses in the UK and Africa. Elvina's work in Ghana included a role as Marketing Manager at Beaufort Properties and the Director of Silk Solutions a company that made moving into Ghana easier and opened the market to the small business wanting to expand into a new exciting sphere. Reaching this point followed a path of working with and in African countries for over 11 years in various capacities including include facilitating workshops, trainings and one to ones as well as presenting at events from intimate talks to large international conferences. Fun fact about Elvina, she is also known as "Auntie Vina" and she hosts a story telling channel. She started the channel to share her love for children's books and the amazing journeys the imagination can take little people. She chooses books that focus on black children or are written by black authors. She also includes books that show a diversity of race, culture, religion, gender roles, health and life experiences and so much more, because our little people deserve so much more than just one way of looking at this big wide world. Check it out, her YouTube link is below! Where to find Elvina? On LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/elvina-quaison-b182b921/) On Twitter (https://twitter.com/SESA4Life) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sesa4life/) On Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Sesa4life/?modal=admin_todo_tour) On YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9eRwbUYIcPYC6HBz2I4MTg) sesa4life@gmail.com What's Elvina reading? Psycho-Cybernetics (https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B00SI02BW4&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_4EEA83STZ808VQYSF52W&tag=glocalcitiz0e-20) by Maxwell Maltz What I Know for Sure (https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B00LB89V78&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_8A3HT1GKWWK8AZB50KFC&tag=glocalcitiz0e-20) by Oprah Winfrey Books (https://smile.amazon.com/s?k=Bren%C3%A9+Brown&i=audible&rh=n%3A18145289011%2Cp_lbr_one_browse-bin%3ABren%C3%A9+Brown&dc&qid=1622411527&rnid=2272759011&ref=sr_nr_p_lbr_one_browse-bin_1) by Brené Brown What's Elvina watching? The Matrix (https://www.warnerbros.com/movies/matrix) Other topics of interest: Adinkra Symbols (https://www.adinkrasymbols.org/#:~:text=Adinkra%20are%20visual%20symbols%20with,royals%20wore%20to%20important%20ceremonies) Fante People of Ghana (https://newsghana.com.gh/history-of-the-fante/) Akina Mama Wa Afrika (https://www.akinamamawaafrika.org/) African Women's Development Fund (https://awdf.org/) The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Curious_Case_of_Benjamin_Button_(film)) and the Syndrome (https://www.healthline.com/health/progeria-syndrome) Special Guest: Elivina Quaison.

Wearing denim, workwear, or sharp tailoring makes a statement about how we think of ourselves. Charlie Porter has been exploring the relationship between artists and clothes. He joins writer Olivia Laing and Ekow Eshun for a conversation about clothing, bodies, and our expression of our sexuality, hosted by Shahidha Bari. Olivia Laing's latest book is called Everybody: A Book About Freedom Charlie Porter has published What Artists Wear. A former Turner prize judge, he writes and curates and is a visiting Fashion lecturer at the University of Westminster. British-Ghanaian photographer James Barnor's work is on show at the Serpentine Gallery in London from 19 May - 22 October 2021. Ekow Eshun has curated An Infinity of Traces, which runs at the Lisson Gallery in London from 13 April – 5 June 2021, featuring UK-based established and emerging Black artists whose work explores notions of race, history, being, and belonging. Jade Montserrat, one of the artists featured in Ekow's show, talked to Free Thinking in a programme about collage and Dada https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000k9ws Producer: Emma Wallace You can find more conversations in the Free Thinking archive and available to download as Arts & Ideas podcasts, including; Olivia Laing on her novel inspired by Kathy Acker, and a discussion of Alison Bechdel's Fun Home - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0b7mryz The body past and present, discussed by painter Chantal Joffe, historian Catherine Fletcher, and philosopher Heather Widdows - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0b7my7k Fashion stories in museums, with guests including V&A curator Claire Wilcox - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000s2by JJ Bola, Derek Owusu, and Ben Lerner on the changing image of masculinity - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000b0mx How do we build a new masculinity? Sunil Gupta, CN Lester, Tom Shakespeare, and Alona Pardo - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000gm6h The politics of fashion and drag with Scrumbly Koldewyn, and a report from the Royal Vauxhall Tavern - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b09zcjch Image Credit: Getty Images/Jonathan Knowles

This week saw galleries and museums reopen their doors in the UK and France, and the return of Art Basel Hong Kong as a physical event. To celebrate, we speak to gallerists and artists about a few new exhibitions. In London, Robert Bound meets Jo Stella-Sawicka from Goodman Gallery and Jeremy Epstein from Edel Assanti – two of the driving forces behind London Gallery Weekend this June. In New York, Henry Rees-Sheridan meets the artist Adam Pendleton to discuss his new collaborative exhibition with British-Ghanaian architect Sir David Adjaye and in Hong Kong James Chambers pays a visit to Gallery Exit to take the temperature of the art scene over there right now.

In conversation with Megha Majumdar, bestselling author of A Burning British–-Ghanaian writer Caleb Azumah Nelson's debut novel Open Water is, ''an intense, elegant'' (Guardian) tale of two young Black British artists who find love as they struggle to succeed in an environment that simultaneously elevates and rejects them. It was named to scores of publications' most–-anticipated–-books–-of–-2021 lists, including Esquire, Vulture, ONYX Magazine and Vogue (UK). Nelson has contributed writing to the The White Review and Litro, and he recently won the People's Choice prize and was shortlisted for the BBC Short Story Award. Also an acclaimed photographer, he was shortlisted for the Palm Photo Prize. Books with signed book plates available through the Joseph Fox Bookshop (recorded 5/13/2021)

Enam Gbewonyo is a British-Ghanaian multidisciplinary artist working between the realms of textiles, movement, and performance. Exploring African diaspora experiences through her work, she notably examines the history of nude tights and the way the garment has marginalised women of colour in her Nude Me / Under the Skin series, which has been performed at Christies and the Venice Biennale. This year, Enam also developed a live streamed performance piece in response to the Tate’s Lynette Yiadom-Boakye exhibition. I couldn’t wait to talk to her about the parallels between textiles and dance, working collaboratively with creators from different art forms, and working as a Black female performance artist in 2021.

British-Ghanaian writer and photographer Caleb Azumah Nelson speaks to Eve Jackson about his beautifully told debut novel "Open Water". It tells the story of two young Black British artists falling in love in south London. It's an exploration of desire, love, trauma, race and looks at what it means to be identified by the world as a Black person, to be seen only as a Black body.

I am British-Ghanaian, born and brought up in London, and currently located in Virginia. I have spent a lot of time in Ghana and speak 2 Ghanaian languages, as well as French and Spanish. I moved to the USA in 1986 to work for an international organization. An avid traveller, I have visited over 60 countries and love learning about different cultures. I started writing poetry and lyrics in primary school, often inspired by something I had seen, felt or heard, or, just because. And the words literally flow from my lips…. Find More of Josephine: Instagram: @armarjosephine A Statement from Josephine: "I wrote this poem in 2014 as I lay wide awake one night and found myself thinking about a host of things. Life appeared somewhat bleak, yet, when I looked out of the window the whole street was white. I hadn't remembered it was supposed to snow and I was pleasantly surprised. Suddenly, I started wondering why things happen, and why we always want answers, yet how, sometimes, it's really neither here nor there. Sometimes, not knowing is a gift. It is an honour to have my poem featured in A Moment in Time. Funnily, I was browsing Backstage looking for auditions for acting roles, having decided when I retired in 2019 to pursue my dream to be an actress. I was intrigued by the description of the project, and its purpose, and I immediately thought of this particular poem, which, for me, is soothing and may speak to others and encourage them during these turbulent times." -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Created during a time of quarantine in the global Coronavirus pandemic, A Moment Of Your Time's mission is to provide a space for expression, collaboration, community and solidarity. In this time of isolation, we may have to be apart but let's create together.  Follow Us: Instagram | Twitter Created by CurtCo Media Concept by Jenny Curtis Theme music by Chris Porter A CurtCo Media Production See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seventeen years after achieving global success with her debut album, Katie Melua talks about her latest record Album No.8, and how she took a course in short fiction writing before embarking on the lyrics. Plus she performs a special acoustic performance for Front Row. British-Ghanaian artist Lynette Yiadom-Boakye paints 'figments': portraits of fictitious people constructed from memory and fantasy. As Tate Britain re-opens, her Covid-postponed show Fly in League With the Night surveys her body of work from 2003 to the present day with a distinctive sense of mystery. Art critic Asana Greenstreet reviews the exhibition and gives us a sense of Yiadom-Boakye’s importance to British art now. Husband and wife team Feargus Woods Dunlop and Heather Westwell from the New Old Friends Theatre company have come up with a novel way of beating Covid restrictions on live performances by turning their traditional Christmas show into an online advent calendar podcast – Crimes Against Christmas, which is loosely based on Agatha Christie’s Then There Were None. Feargus Woods Dunlop talks to Elle Osili-Wood about how and why they did it. Presenter Elle Osili-Wood Producer Jerome Weatherald Main image: Katie Melua Image credit: Rosie Matheson

Two friends from the world of contemporary culture catch up in our debut podcast series. So sit back, listen in and enjoy as writer and curator Ekow Eshun and photographer Campbell Addy discuss freedom, what it means to be British-Ghanaian and the importance of being ‘you' in our latest episode. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome back to Don’t Alert the Stans! And we have come to the end of Season 5! For the final episode until next year, the news agenda kicks off with Universal Music who have announced the launch of 0207 Def Jam UK. The new label will be head up by British-Ghanaian twins Alec & Alex Boateng, coming together after individual stints at Island Records and Warner Music (24:13). Next up is a story that Nic was privy to before it was officially announced to press. Comedian, personality and parody rapper Munya Chawawa has signed a contract with Atlantic Records. The boys discuss what needs to be done for Munya to have long-term success as opposed to the short-lived viral popularity that Big Shaq received (35:06). Closing out the episode and the overall season is The Grammys. The 2021 nominations were announced last week and more than ever, Nic, Sope and Eden are appalled at the artists who were snubbed and the artists who were needlessly represented across certain categories. Leading to a discussion about whether it is truly time to abolish the authority given to award shows (47:28). Not one to miss! Sope’s Listens for the Week: Zhane - Sending My Love K. Michelle - Anybody Wanna Buy A Heart The Revolutionaries - Drum Sound: More Gems From the Channel One Dub Room 1974-1980 Small Axe: Spotify Playlist Nic’s Listens for the Week: Jamilah Barry – Romance Me Tone Stith - Devotion Eden’s Listens for the Week: Mnelia – After 6 Bellah – Good Thing Bellah – The Art of Conversation Remember to RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE! Enjoy! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Intro Music by: @Jmzofficial Artwork designed by: @_manlikemike Episode audio edited by: @TonySupremeuk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Get involved! Don't forget to tweet us your thoughts on the episode at #DATSPOD! Rate and review us on Soundcloud, Apple Music, Spotify and Anchor Follow us on: Twitter - @datspod Instagram - @datspod Anchor – @datspodcast Hashtag - #DATSPOD --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/datspodcast/message

This is the debut episode of Season Seven featuring the one and only Alex Sowinski of influential Toronto jazz trio BadBadNotGood & the progressive multidimensional project Arrangement. Alex introduces an ear catching track from Felicia Douglass, as well as a raw progressive delivery from British-Ghanaian soul singer and producer Andrew Ashong. We introduce South Africa’s Filah Lah Lah and her breathtaking debut single “This Is” — Peekskill’s own Big Mont demands attention on “Drug Dealin,” Ease World has us reminiscing about the blog era on his playful cut “solidgoldgualaboy” and Alewya makes us yearn for the nights when we could get lost in the club. Plus Alex plays us out with an unreleased piece from Arrangement. 01 "This Is" by Filah Lah Lah 02 "Joy Over Silence" by Felicia Douglass 03 "Drive Slow" by Nix Northwest04 "SolidGoldGualaBoy" by Ease World05 "Grow Up" by Solo Smith ft. Trey Graves06 "Washed In You" by Andrew Ashong & Kaidi Tatham07 "Drug Dealin' (807)" by Big Mont08 "Sweating" by Alewya09 "Sway" by Arrangement Art: Moya Garrison-MsingwanaFollow Not 97:▶ Twitter: https://twitter.com/_NOT97▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_not97*Not 97 is powered by the innovative music company Amuse.io, making distribution effortless for independent artists everywhere.© NOT 97. All music ℗ & © their rights holders, used by NOT 97 with explicit permission.

One of the highlights of this season, on Mother’s Day is a talk with one of our guests of honour: Dentaa Amoateng MBE, the award winning British-Ghanaian entrepreneur, presenter, producer, manager, mother and more. Who simply describes herself as a lady with a passion for Ghana and Africa. Having founded GUBA Awards, a non-profit Business & Innovation Awards for Ghanaian based businesses and individuals in the UK, in 2009. Dentaa’s intent was to celebrate Ghanaians in the United Kingdom. Her continued passion has been recognized and awarded internationally. Join us to find out what motivated her organization expansion, why the Pan-African movement is important for the young Diaspora. And how our love for Africa can be shaped towards growing the African continent.

In episode 3, Adrian takes on the dynamic duo of YGP, the founder Lucy and a lead elder of YGP, Isaac, from Young Ghanaian Professionals UK.They are in their 20's,30's, studying and working in various professional industries. Together they share African Ghanaian cultural experiences. See them at their monthly meetups where they discuss topics that should fuel your aspirational goals #YGPFAMILY.For show notes and more, visit: https://thesoundofaccra.com/young-ghanaian-professionals-uk/Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/gofundad)

LIVE AND DIRECT FROM ACCRA! Whilst in the capital of Ghana I had to connect with my sis Sylvia Arthur. Writer, journalist, communications guru and now librarian of Libreria, a small library that makes a big difference in the country we are both from.  We talk about working in a different country, how being in Africa doesn't mean you are free from Euro-centric thinking and how to survive without saveloys. Keep up with Sylvia by following her on Facebook and Instagram (@liberiagh) and find out more by checking out all her juicy press: The World Today magazine: Learning to Love Libraries Ghana's Wondrous One-Woman Library Lit Hub: On Opening Ghana’s First Subscription-Model Library Global Impact: Hedgebrook Blog Leading Ladies Africa Checkout Africa The Voice newspaper  Yale University Radio interview  More about Sylvia: Sylvia Arthur is a British-Ghanaian narrative nonfiction writer whose work explores identity, diaspora, politics, and place. Her work has been published in The Guardian, the BBC, and The British Journalism Review and her essay, Britain’s Invisible Black Middle Class appears in the anthology, Know Your Place: Essays by the Working Class for the Working Class. She has been awarded fellowships to Hedgebrook and Santa Fe Art Institute and received a grant from The Andy Warhol Foundation via 516 Arts to produce a publication on immigration and art produced in and about the US-Mexico border region. Her short play, Haze, had a six-night run at The Vaults theatre in London and her one-woman show, Obama & Me, was performed in London, Brussels, and San Francisco to a sold-out audience. She holds an MA in Narrative Nonfiction Writing and has worked as a consultant to the European Commission on communicating Freedom of Movement. Much of this experience of living and working in mainland Europe informs her writing. She's currently working on a collection of interconnected narrative essays called African, & Other Curse Words. She lives in Accra where she has turned her vast collection of books into Ghana's first private lending library.

This week, Glocal Citizens is coming to you from the DANN Residence in the East Legon neighborhood of Accra, Ghana. Our guest is DANN Residence owner, Amma Gyampo. Amma is an Entrepreneur at heart and advisor to Africa-focused Investors and SMEs on topics including Tech, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Strategy, Diaspora Engagement, Sustainable Development, Impact Investment and Hospitality. With a background in Programme Management and a diverse advisory career spanning over 15 years managing global projects for clients including BlackBerry, Vodafone and transforming access to services on e-Government Public Sector IT programmes, Amma brings all the benefits of diversity and broad experience to future-looking Boards. She is founder of AmDeCo, an online Entrepreneurship Support Network, and Investor Relations Director of the Lady Angel Network (LAN), a network of professional women seeking to invest and support African women in business. Amma is also a member of Impact Investing Gh (II-Gh), Ghana's National Advisory Taskforce on Impact Investment charged with providing practical leadership to Ghana and beyond to achieve the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), catalyzing Impact Investment and innovation for scalable social enterprises. Amma is a British-Ghanaian that is all about IMPACT in Africa so be sure to tune in to hear all about how her work is achieving just that locally and abroad. Links of Interest Find Amma on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ammagyampo/?originalSubdomain=uk) On Facbook: @ammagyampo @dannresidence (https://www.facebook.com/DANNRESIDENCE/) @amdecoafrica (https://www.facebook.com/amdecoafrica/) @ammaamdeco (https://www.facebook.com/amma.amdeco) On Twitter: @amdecoafrica (https://twitter.com/amdecoafrica/media) and @DannResidence (https://twitter.com/dannresidence) On Instagram: @dann_residence (https://www.instagram.com/dann_residence/) and @amdecoafrica (https://www.instagram.com/amdecoafrica/) Special Guest: Amma Gyampo.

The most recent statistics released by the Church of England reveal record cathedral attendance, despite falling numbers in many Anglican parish churches. Cathedrals are increasingly programming cultural events and art installations as a way of engaging with wider communities. We discuss the evolving role of contemporary art in churches as well as different approaches to conserve the art that already exists within them. With author and former chairman of the National Trust Simon Jenkins; Becky Clark, director of Cathedral and Church Buildings for the Church of England; Peter Walker, artist-in-residence at Lichfield Cathedral, and Rachel Turnbull, Senior Collections Conservator at English Heritage. We also hear from British-Ghanaian artist Larry Achiampong, who explains how his childhood churchgoing experiences to Pentecostal and Catholic churches have inspired his video art installation Sunday’s Best. Presenter: Samira Ahmed Producer: Edwina Pitman

French For Rabbits find a new banging synth sound, British-Ghanaian rapper Kojey Radical shows his smooth side, and Wye Oak just keep on evolving - these songs and more on Song Crush this week. 

French For Rabbits find a new banging synth sound, British-Ghanaian rapper Kojey Radical shows his smooth side, and Wye Oak just keep on evolving - these songs and more on Song Crush this week. 

The poet and activist Nikki Giovanni discusses the power of literature as she joins us for Poetry International and London Literature Festival. An undeniable cultural icon, Giovanni is the winner of numerous awards, including the Langston Hughes Medal and NAACP Image Award, as well as a Grammy Award nomination for her album The Nikki Giovanni Poetry Collection. She appears here at Southbank Centre in conversation with the British Ghanaian writer, Bridget Minamore.

In this episode of Dear Diaspora, I had a wonderful conversation with Jedu Armar, founder of Paradise Sun Snacks. Paradise Sun Snacks are naturally lit snacks, cooked using just the energy of direct sunlight. How dope is that?? Jedu is a proud British-Ghanaian, and was inspired to start Paradise Sun Snacks after having several fascinating conversations with his grandfather about sun cooking, life, and Africa's bountiful natural resources. ⁠⁠ During the episode, we chat about his experience growing up in London, coming to the US for college, and why he decided to return to Ghana after graduating. We also discussed what doing business in Ghana is like, and the hoops he had to jump through to get FDA approved. Tune in for more of our conversation! Quote: “I want to be a celebration of this continent. I want to celebrate what we have. I want to give the world a true taste of Africa in an incredibly eco-friendly and sustainable way.” – Jedu Armar  Resources mentioned in this episode:   Paradise Sun Snacks Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/paradisesunsnacks/ 

I can't believe I've made it to episode 10! I am so pleased to say Samuel Williams found the time to come by and meet the baby (which may have been his primary motivation for coming through!). We had an insightful conversation that meandered around topics like entrepreneurship, creativity, the influence strangers can have on your life and what it's like to work in your sleep. Stay tuned to the end especially if you are an aspiring actor or comedian because we both have golden advice that is not to be missed. Samuel is an actor, comedian, clothing designer and collector from London. Check out his brand Insane Gentlemen: https://www.insanegentlemen.com/ Find him online on Twitter and Instagram at @OgaSamuel And catch me live on Wednesday 16 October, raising money for Libreria, a lending library in Accra started by a British Ghanaian that runs literacy projects for children and adults who would otherwise not have access to such an amazing resource. All money goes to this project! Tickets are £12.50 in advance and available here: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/librarylaughs/t-ngzxdg

Among the designs of the leading British-Ghanaian architect Sir David Adjaye OBE are the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington DC, which opened in 2016 in a ceremony led by the then US President Barack Obama, and the planned UK Holocaust Memorial and Learning Centre next to the Palace of Westminster in London. David Adjaye is in Venice ahead of the opening of his Ghana Pavilion for this year's Biennale, and in a rare interview the architect discusses the role of architecture and the importance of anthropology and ethnography in his designs. Presenter John Wilson Producer Jerome Weatherald

In continuing our season-long exploration of the question “What makes great art?” co-hosts Lauren Wetmore and Sky Goodden speak to essential voices about what are we seeking – and so often missing – in our experience of art. What follows is an interview with the British-Ghanaian curator, critic, and art historian Osei Bonsu. Based in Paris and London, Bonsu focuses on transnational histories of art. In conversation with Lauren Wetmore, he contemplates how we have exchanged a generosity of thought for a culture of transaction, and how the experience of meeting great art can be ahistorical – out of place and out of time. Momus: The Podcast is edited by Jacob Irish, features original music by Kyle McCrea, and assistant production from Mitra Shreeram. We would like to thank Esker Foundation for their support. And, of course, our many thanks to Osei Bonsu for his deeply meaningful contribution to this episode. If you would like to inquire about advertising opportunities or other forms of support, please contact Sky Goodden at skygoodden@momus.ca.

In continuing our season-long exploration of the question “What makes great art?” co-hosts Lauren Wetmore and Sky Goodden speak to essential voices about what are we seeking – and so often missing – in our experience of art. What follows is an interview with the British-Ghanaian curator, critic, and art historian Osei Bonsu. Based in Paris and London, Bonsu focuses on transnational histories of art. In conversation with Lauren Wetmore, he contemplates how we have exchanged a generosity of thought for a culture of transaction, and how the experience of meeting great art can be ahistorical - out of place and out of time. Momus: The Podcast is edited by Jacob Irish, features original music by Kyle McCrea, and assistant production from Mitra Shreeram. We would like to thank Esker Foundation for their support. And, of course, our many thanks to Osei Bonsu for his deeply meaningful contribution to this episode. If you would like to inquire about advertising opportunities or other forms of support, please contact Sky Goodden at skygoodden@momus.ca.

In continuing our season-long exploration of the question “What makes great art?” co-hosts Lauren Wetmore and Sky Goodden speak to essential voices about what are we seeking – and so often missing – in our experience of art. What follows is an interview with the British-Ghanaian curator, critic, and art historian Osei Bonsu. Based in Paris and London, Bonsu focuses on transnational histories of art. In conversation with Lauren Wetmore, he contemplates how we have exchanged a generosity of thought for a culture of transaction, and how the experience of meeting great art can be ahistorical - out of place and out of time. Momus: The Podcast is edited by Jacob Irish, features original music by Kyle McCrea, and assistant production from Mitra Shreeram. We would like to thank Esker Foundation for their support. And, of course, our many thanks to Osei Bonsu for his deeply meaningful contribution to this episode. If you would like to inquire about advertising opportunities or other forms of support, please contact Sky Goodden at skygoodden@momus.ca.

Daisy Boateng is a British Ghanaian woman (currently working as an International Project Manager for L'Oreal) who went from being urged as a child to wear lipstick for the first time at a family photoshoot to becoming a powerhouse at one of the largest beauty companies in the world, She talks us through the highs and lows of her career, confidence tips and why she thinks Tokyo holds the key to the industry's future.

We’re talking buildings and monuments on Profile this week – looking at the life and career of Sir David Adjaye. The 52-year-old British-Ghanaian architect shot to fame in the US for his 2016 Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington DC. An exhibition featuring his work has just opened in London. Producer: Sally Abrahams Presenter: Mark Coles

Sylvia Arthur at Libreria Ghana Sylvia Arthur is a British-Ghanaian narrative nonfiction writer whose work explores identity, diaspora, politics, and place. She lives in Accra where she has turned her vast collection of books into Ghana's only lending library, Libreria Ghana. Her writing has been published in The Guardian, the BBC, and The British Journalism Review and her essay, “Britain’s Invisible Black Middle Class” appears in the anthology, Know Your Place: Essays by the Working Class for the Working Class. She has been awarded fellowships to Hedgebrook and Santa Fe Art Institute and received a grant from The Andy Warhol Foundation via 516 Arts to produce a publication on immigration and art produced in and about the US-Mexico border region. Her short play, Haze, had a six-night run at The Vaults theatre in London and her one-woman show, Obama & Me, was performed in London, Brussels, and San Francisco to a sold-out audience. She holds an MA in Narrative Nonfiction Writing and, for four years, was a consultant to the European Commission on communicating Freedom of Movement. Much of this experience of living and working in mainland Europe informs her writing. She's currently working on a collection of interconnected narrative essays called African, & Other Curse Words. She is a passionate literacy advocate for those from low-income, marginalised, and vulnerable groups. To find out more about Libreria Ghana, visit libreriagh.com/impact-projects/ or follow us on Instagram @libreriagh. Creative Writing Class at Gem Star School Market Akenkan (Market Reading) for the children of Dome Market women

Plus-sized, British-Ghanaian model, Philomena Kwao opens our eyes to the truth about...

We first spotted British-Ghanaian photographer Campbell Addy when he was still a student at Central Saint Martins. A few short years later and he’s shooting his first i-D cover, snapping the enigmatic face of model of the moment Adut Akech for our Balenciaga cover story. Not only is Campbell one of London’s rising stars, he’s also the publisher of Nii Journal and the founder of Nii Agency, a culture magazine and modelling agency respectively, and he’s one of fashion’s nicest guys! With i-D’s new Earthwise issue hitting the stands, i-D Arts and Culture Editor Matthew Whitehouse meets Campbell and gets his advice on how to make it as a photographer. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

‘This idea that women are secondary just doesn’t really add up to me’. So says Racheal Ofori when she discussed her new play ‘So Many Reasons’ with CCRadi’s Lavinia Butt. ‘So Many Reasons’ headlined this year’s Feminist Festival, Calm Down Dear, at the Camden People’s Theatre. A comedy about youth development, marriage, sex and gender roles told through the experiences of a young British-Ghanaian woman. Racheal’s play received 5-star reviews and then went touring the UK. Package by Lavinia Butt. So Many Reasons :: Racheal Ofori on You Tube :: Back to homepage :: Follow us on Twitter :: File Download (11:16 min / 10 MB)

‘This idea that women are secondary just doesn’t really add up to me’. So says Racheal Ofori when she discussed her new play ‘So Many Reasons’ with CCRadi’s Lavinia Butt. ‘So Many Reasons’ headlined this year’s Feminist Festival, Calm Down Dear, at the Camden People’s Theatre. A comedy about youth development, marriage, sex and gender roles told through the experiences of a young British-Ghanaian woman. Racheal’s play received 5-star reviews and then went touring the UK. Package by Lavinia Butt. So Many Reasons :: Racheal Ofori on You Tube :: Back to homepage :: Follow us on Twitter :: File Download (11:16 min / 10 MB)

This week: The west coast bureau keeps on bringing it large! Patricia Maloney talks with the concept engineer and Otolith Group co-founder Kodwo Eshun. Kodwo Eshun is a British-Ghanaian writer, theorist and film-maker. He studied English Literature (BA Hons, MA Hons) at University College, Oxford University and Romanticism and Modernism MA Hons at Southampton University. He is currently course leader of the MA in Aural and Visual Cultures at Goldsmiths College, University of London.