Palaver Podcast: Recent Episodes
Frances Quarcoopome
The Palaver Podcast aims continue the human tradition of story-telling in ways that continue to keep us connected, inspired and so that future generations have our stories to learn from. Palaver brings the stories that people don’t hear about to life. To document our stories for us so they potentially inspire people. Palaver showcases Africa from the perspective of Africans and their experiences working travelling, living and loving in Africa.
On this final episode of Mixed Feelings I interview my husband and partner for 9 years, Sam. We discuss his experience as a Ghanaian man dating a mixed-race person as well as how we've navigated the different opinions that get thrown at us.
As part of exploring my identity, I speak with Carina Ray regarding the policies on bi-racial relationships during colonial era Ghana and look at how that plays a role in assumptions and the experiences in todays society.
Carina Ray is the A.M. and H.P. Bentley Chair in African History
Associate Professor History Department University of Michigan, Ann ArborSeries Editor,
New African Histories, Ohio University PressSeries Editor,
African Identities: Past and Present, Cambridge University PressSeries Editor,
Ohio Short Histories of Africa, Ohio University Press
Author, Crossing the Color Line: Race, Sex, and the Contested Politics of Colonialism in Ghana
Exploring how other people have navigated their identity and family experiences coming from multi-racial backgrounds.
Mensa and I discuss the rollercoaster ride of living in two countries. Navigating changes in culture while staying true to who you are. A special epsiode and one close to my heart! Enjoy x
The question of identity, where we fit and how to express yourself, Nana Kwasi speaks to us about his creation of the Very Ghanaian brand and finding his creative feet.
Enjoy xx
Alex and I catch up on the amazing Menu Finder app he's building and all the ups and downs with running a food business in Accra. You may want some popcorn for this one. Enjoy xx
When 2 foodies get together and talk food and all the good things. Jay and I get together and discuss how food has influenced her life and whats next for her. Enjoy xx
I interview one of my best friends and bring her story of evolution from Fashion to interior designer, artist and everything in-between!
Palaver Podcast will now be joining The Gold Coast Report podcast community. On this episode i give up the reigns a little bit and Cyril and Donald interview me so you can get to know me a little more. I'll then throw a few questions back to the guys so we can find out more about GCR!
It's good to be back. Enjoy! xx
On this episode I sit down with Ekow and discuss his first short novel, " The Men for StayWell". A science -fiction book based in Accra in the 2032. The book conveys the poignant themes of todays Accra and Ghana, this made me want to delve deeper into Ekow's mind and the inspiration behind the book.
*Excuse the quality of the sound in this episode which had to be recorded via zoom. Accra hard and the internet dey mess up.
Maame and I catch up and bring the feminine energy to this episode. Talking about navigating Ghana life as a woman and all the twist and turns of getting to where we are. Enjoy the ride.
One of the most resilient women I know, Myriam Chbani. Myriam, originally from Morocco tells me her story of how she ended up in Ghana and her perspective of the challenges and the joys of living here. Enjoy!
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Ameyaw and delving into his journey through various media era's. Absolute Magic.
Ameyaw Debrah is the founder of Ameyaw Debrah Media. In 2008 he launched his blog, Ameyawdebrah.com which immediately became the home of celebrity and lifestyle content in Ghana. Over the years Ameyaw Debrah has excelled in the online media space winning awards all over the globe for his work. Ameyaw Debrah has successfully built a strong following on social media, making him one of the most influential online personalities in Africa.
On this episode I sit down with Bright Ackwerh, an incredible satirical artist that has many talents! We discuss his background and navigating the Ghana's art industry, censorship and all!
Worlasi and I break down the business of making music in Ghana and what has brought him this far! If you haven't heard Worlasi's music, get on it. Here's a link to WORLASI YouTube. Enjoy!
Debbie and I get into it! Chatting about the rollercoaster of running your own business and being and employer in Ghana. It's as real as it gets.
This episode really delves into why we do the things we do. Isaac is thoughtful and has a really profound perspective on life. He shares this perspective mainly through his art but i've managed to capture it in conversation. An episode to enjoy with a cup of tea and a notepad!
My good friend Arese and I speak about her experiences turning The Smart Money Woman, into a 13-part TV series, self-funded! Resource Palaver indeed. The Queen of leveraging her network tells me how she did it. Enjoy!