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In 2019, Adrian Daniels had a brainwave to launch a podcast platform to showcase Ghanaian excellence to the world. The internet is already crowded with content from Ghana: YouTube, Social Media pages, etc. However, after hosting 2x Networking Events during Christmas 2018 & 2019 in Accra for the Global African Diaspora, Adrian noticed a lack and desire for networking, whilst meeting many creatives and entrepreneurs from around the globe. In January 2020, The Sound of Accra Podcast was born. P ...
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Here's the original video from where this audio came. Here's a list of links to John reading every chapter (released so far) in his 2021 book Contending Perspectives. I have edited both the video and audio to eliminate mistakes, coughs, interruptions, and etc. Sections in this chapter 1:58 - Methodological individualism, praxeology, and subjectivis…
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In the seventh episode of Fintech Fridays Special Edition with Binance Africa titled "The need for Education and Awareness initiatives of Cryptocurrency and Blockchain in Africa," we: Dive into the critical role of education and awareness initiatives for cryptocurrency and blockchain across Africa Highlight our how increased education around blockc…
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In today's sixth episode of Fintech Fridays Special Edition with Binance Africa titled "How the role of cryptocurrencies in Africa could spell the end of remittances in Ghana ," In today's Fintech Friday series, we dive deep into the intriguing role of cryptocurrencies in Africa, focusing on the potential end of traditional remittance systems in Gh…
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In today's fifth episode of Fintech Fridays Special Edition with Binance Africa, we explore the role of crypto in Ghana's Economic Recovery. A special thanks to our sponsors, Binance Africa, for supporting this episode. In this instalment of our Fintech Friday series, we are joined by the insightful Yande Nomvete Operations Manager for Binance Afri…
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Here's the original video from where this audio came. Here's a list of links to John reading every chapter (released so far) in his 2021 book Contending Perspectives. I have edited both the video and audio to eliminate mistakes, coughs, interruptions, and etc.
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Ivy is the founder and CEO of Me Fie Limited, a company dedicated to promoting Ghana through exciting initiatives like competitions and giveaways. Through his platform, Adrian brings inspiring stories like Ivy's to a global Ghanaian and African Diasporan audience, highlighting the cultural richness and entrepreneurial spirit of the Ghanaian communi…
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In today's fourth episode of Fintech Fridays Special Edition, we explore Crypto and Startup innovations to watch in Africa. A special thanks to our sponsors, Binance Africa, for supporting this episode. About Binance Binance is the world's leading blockchain ecosystem and cryptocurrency infrastructure provider with a financial product suite that in…
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Season 6 Official Review of The Sound of Accra Podcast Watch the entire Season 6 on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sjXbdVHwIyg?si=1lYzxic-j5tprVTy Sponsors Season 6 Sponsors: Workspace Global (connects you to remote creative teams that offer a variety of design, digital and development services to help you build and grow your brand.). Get your FREE 7 da…
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In today's third episode of Fintech Fridays Special Edition with Binance Africa titled "How Blockchain Can Revolutionize the Financial Landscape in Ghana," we dive into the transformative potential of blockchain technology for enhancing financial inclusion in Ghana. We'll explore how blockchain can reduce transaction costs, expedite payment process…
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In today's second episode of Fintech Fridays Special Edition with Binance Africa, we dive deep into the world of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency in Africa. Adrian hosts an insightful conversation with Samukele Mkhize, Country Compliance Head at Binance Africa. Together, they explore the opportunities and challenges of regulating cryptocurr…
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Welcome to the Season 6 Finale of The Sound of Accra Podcast. In today’s episode, we’re excited to host Nana Boateng, the founder and CEO of “Black and Phamous,” a top Ghanaian luxury black African fashion line based in Ghana. Nana shares his journey from a successful career in healthcare and banking to launching a fashion brand that aims to tell t…
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In this first episode of a special 12 episode Fintech Friday series with Binance Africa, we're exploring why Africa is primed to become the next gold mine for cryptocurrency. From the continent's youthful, tech-savvy population and high remittance needs to the impressive smartphone adoption rates and burgeoning digital payment systems, we will cove…
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Here's the original video from where this audio came. Here's a list of links to John reading every chapter (released so far) in his 2021 book Contending Perspectives. I have edited both the video and audio to eliminate obvious mistakes, coughs, interruptions, and etc.
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We sit with the incredible Rocky Dawuni in the penultimate episode of Season 6. We delved into his remarkable journey as a three-time Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, activist and UN environmental ambassador. Rocky's upbringing in Ghana, influenced by a mix of military, politics, and music, shaped his worldview and inspired his mission to creat…
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In this short clip, YouTuber, influencer and content creator Rochelle B discusses the need to stay authentic in her content creation and amongst her audience, in order to stay relevant. The full episode taken from Season 6, "Being a Mompreneur, Realities of Ghana & Building an Empire " is now available on YouTube and popular podcasting platforms. W…
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This part of the conversation with Christina Carmel underscored the significance of attracting talent and promoters to Ghana while highlighting the impact of famous individuals visiting the country. This exchange of creativity and talent represents a promising trajectory for the global resonance of African music and culture. Projected potential vis…
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In today's episode, Adrian speaks Christina Carmel, a prominent A&R figure in the African music industry. We dive into a fascinating discussion about the "year of return" initiative in Ghana and the challenges and successes of being a woman in a male-dominated industry. We compare navigating the African music industry with the western world, sheddi…
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In this episode, Adrian Daniels sits down with Cyril Kwadzo, co-founder and CEO of Gold Coast Report (GCR), Ghana's largest podcast network. They discuss the origins and growth of GCR, the challenges and triumphs of building a podcast network in Ghana, and the importance of consistency and community in podcasting. Cyril shares insights into the net…
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In this week's episode of Fintech Friday, we welcome back Binance Africa's Operations Manager, Yande Nomvete, back onto show! This time, we delve into the Ghana Blockchain Revolution. Join Adrian and Yande as they discuss Ghana's potential to become the first blockchain-powered government in Africa and the positive impact of blockchain and crypto a…
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Anthony's (CEO and founder of ShaQ Express) explores his encounter with a female dispatch rider in Accra and the decision to employ more women. In addition, he discussses the benefits of electric bikes, including reduced operational costs and environmental impact, including the success story of Juliana, a female dispatch rider who became a business…
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In this episode, Adrian speaks with Anthony Owusu-Ansah, the founder of ShaQ Express, Ghana's first super app. Anthony shares the journey of ShaQ Express, which started as a delivery service in 2020 and evolved into a super app offering a variety of services, including food delivery, online shopping, and medical consultations. The conversation cove…
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Here's the original video from where this audio came. Here's a list of links to John reading every chapter (released so far) in his 2021 book Contending Perspectives. I have edited both the video and audio to eliminate obvious mistakes, coughs, interruptions, and etc. Audio chapters Use the below timestamps to navigate to each major section and occ…
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In this episode, Adrian delves into the challenges faced by Ghana's cocoa farmers, who contribute nearly a fifth of the world's cocoa supply. He discusses the significant drop in production due to diseases like the swollen shoot virus and harsh weather conditions, which have led to higher chocolate prices globally. Adrian highlights the efforts of …
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On the fourth edition of Fintech Friday, we're diving into the exciting world of cryptocurrency adoption in one of Africa's leading countries, Ghana. In this episode, we'll explore how Ghana has emerged as a fast-growing economy and a hub for technology and startups, with a notable surge in smartphone adoption. We'll also delve into the results of …
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In this episode, Adrian Daniels sits down with Cyril Kwadzo, co-founder and CEO of Gold Coast Report (GCR), Ghana's largest podcast network. They discuss the origins and growth of GCR, the challenges and triumphs of building a podcast network in Ghana, and the importance of consistency and community in podcasting. Cyril shares insights into the net…
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Dawn shares her experiences and insights as a bridge between the diaspora and Africa, particularly focusing on Ghana. We delve into the cultural renaissance and global prominence of Ghana, comparing it to the growth of Atlanta in the early 2000s. We explore the differences between living in Accra and Lagos, and the thriving business and networking …
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In Part 2 of our interview with Joy FM Geek Squad show in Ghana hosted by Adobea Biritwum, Joseph Inti, host of Sincerely Accra, and Adrian Daniels, host and producer of Sound of Accra, share their insights on growing and monetising a podcast. They emphasise the importance of community engagement, consistency, and leveraging social media platforms …
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In this episode, Adrian sits down with the incredible Dawn Dickson who has been building companies for 23 years; A 6-time founder, entrepreneur, speaker and real estate investor, sharing her journey and passion for building bridges between the diaspora and Africa, particularly Ghana. We discussed: The booming real estate market in Accra The cultura…
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Welcome to episode 152 of Activist #MMT. Today's part two of my conversation with five of my Torrens classmates, this time about the job guarantee, from a now-much more educated point of view, given our experience at Torrens. We are also joined by John's wife, Martha, who is highly educated on topics related to the job guarantee. (Here's a link to …
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In episode 6 of Season 6, Adrian interviews Andrew Asare (aka Andis Barber). We had the pleasure of speaking to the legendary barber, entrepreneur, and multi-award-winning barber, Andrew Asare. Andrew shares insights into his journey from humble beginnings in Ghana to becoming a prominent figure in the barbering industry. He discusses his dedicatio…
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Full interview from the Live Q&A with Sydney Sam, Founder of Workspace Global. Adrian Daniels engages with Sydney Sam, the founder of Workspace Global, a SaaS platform designed to support entrepreneurs and small businesses with creative and development needs. Born and raised in Ghana, Sydney shares his journey from Ghana to building a tech-driven c…
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In episode 5, Adrian interviews Rochelle, a content creator and entrepreneur who relocated to Accra, Ghana. Rochelle shares her journey of moving to Ghana three years ago and starting a successful restaurant, Crazy Burger, with her partner. The conversation delves into the challenges and rewards of balancing motherhood, content creation, and entrep…
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Adrian is joined by two friends who are some promising young and up and coming Entrepreneurs in Ghana from the Agriculture space; Nana Kofi of Merdeo Foods and Gideon Awelana-Bulase of The Honey Palace. Join us as we explore the challenges and opportunities in the agricultural industry, the impact of technology, real estate, and climate change on f…
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Henry Asenso is the founder and CEO of Kuro Africa Analytics. He is a UK-based professional who has been juggling his day job with his work alongside Kuro Africa for the past 3 to 4 years. Recently, he has been working with web developers to build an intuitive platform for Real Estate investors in Ghana and the African continent. Kuro Africa is Gha…
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On Today's Fintech Friday edition, Adrian explores the Ghanaian Cedis reaching an all time low of one pound sterling to eighteen point seventy-five Cedis (£1 to GHC 18.75 Cedis). Bloomberg reports: "Ghana’s cedi is in a record-breaking weakening cycle. The currency hasn’t gained versus the dollar in the past 22 trading sessions, the longest streak …
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Welcome to episode 151 of Activist #MMT. Today I talk with five of my Torrens classmates about our first year in the new graduate program – its importance, some fond memories, and a few improvements we hope to see. In part two we discuss the job guarantee from a now-much more educated point of view. (Here's a link to part 2. A list of the audio cha…
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THIS IS A BACKUP OF A GREAT INTERVIEW I DID IN 2019. IT TOUCHES ON MMT, BUT IS MOSTLY NON-MMT. --- A fascinating and insightful conversation on black history, music, religion, politics, economics, and more. More here: https://citizensmedia.tv/2019/07/07/kem/
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In this special interview on The Sound of Accra Podcast, Adrian sits down with property millionaire Samuel Leeds. He is an experienced property investor, TV Landlord and entrepreneur with a passion for big dreams and aspirations. His advice to start small and build up comes from his own experience in making mistakes on first projects and the huge a…
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Adrian is joined by Amma Gyampo, co-founder and CEO of ScaleUpAfrica, for an enlightening conversation about entrepreneurship, innovation, and the unique challenges and opportunities facing Africa. Together, Adrian and Amma delve into the world of impact investing, the importance of job creation, and the crucial role of the youth demographic in sha…
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Adrian sits down with Carlton Cofie, Editor of Asaase Radio 99.5 in today’s episode. In this captivating interview, Carlton recounts his journey from teaching broadcast journalism to shaping the next generation of reporters in Ghana. From discussing the impact of storytelling and the challenges of the evolving news industry to reminiscing about his…
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Glovo the multinational food delivery app leaves the Ghanaian market - What does this mean for the Food Delivery Industry in Ghana? Watch our interview with Menufinder Africa founder, Alex Darko: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NnqpgGxTAXg&list=PLJUVirAfWnNoGiJNHHWm6aYTUUberuD5V Subscribe to Season 6 for our interview with Anthony, Founder of Shaq …
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In our Season 6 opener, Adrian sits down with Emmanuel Amoh-Obeng, Founder of Twi Learning Center, to explore the importance of preserving language and culture, with a focus on the Ghanaian Twi language. They discuss the language courses available at the Twi Learning Center and the impact of understanding and adapting to Ghanaian culture in both bu…
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Season 6 Official Podcast Audio Trailer of The Sound of Accra Podcast includes fantastic Ghanaian-focused voices disrupting and pioneering various top industries including Ghana Real Estate, Tech, Property, Entrepreneurship, Agriculture, Fashion & Media. Guest line up include Anthony Owusu-Ansah, Christina Carmel, Rocky Dawuni, Gideon Awelana Bulas…
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Welcome to episode 150 of Activist #MMT. Today I talk with Maren Poitras, the creator and director of the MMT documentary, Finding the Money. I had the pleasure of seeing this film on October 1st, 2023, in New York City, with my Torrens professor Steven Hail, Torrens administrator Gabie Bond, and Torrens classmate Susan Borden. After the film, we a…
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Here's a preview of my soon-to-be-released interview with Finding the Money director, Maren Poitras. It's a four-minute segment where Maren describes what YOU can do to help Finding the Money be seen by others. The big launch is less than three weeks away. This means the most important thing is to get people to buy tickets for screenings. The docum…
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In this episode, Adrian speaks to Operations Manager of Binance Africa, Yande Namvete. She provides valuable insights into the company's efforts to educate and empower women in the crypto space. With a focus on Africa's growing role in cryptocurrency adoption, Yande shares her experiencs and discusses Binance's initiatives to promote financial incl…
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Adrian Daniels of The Sound of Accra Podcast, joins Sincerely Accra's Joseph Nti and host Adobea Biritwum, on Joy FM's Geek Squad Radio panel, discussing the ultimate guide to Starting a Podcast in Ghana. Watch the video on Joy FM's channel : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SWzSD7w164k&t=27s This is audio taken from Joy FM Geek Squad Show Timestamp…
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In this clip, we delve deep into an insightful discussion about Ghana's readiness for Web3, Blockchain, and Cryptocurrency. Listen to the full conversation here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7u3xUZywIc41H68yQSGEhH Our dialogue springs from an interview with Del Titus, a strong evangelist in Ghana's Web3 space. Discover how global tech giants li…
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British-Ghanaian Founder and CEO of Puzzle Company, Very Puzzled, Patrick Adom, is saving families and bringing them together, by getting them away from the daily distractions of toxic television, social media feeds and other things. He's also making his own family proud by building a company and a product that they can be proud of, that he can lea…
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