Welcome to Episode 22 Rwanda has been the focus of a lot of attention recently. The extension of President Kagame's time as leader of the nation has drawn a lot of criticism and support. Today, Audace Nakeshimana gives us a lesser solicited perspective. That of an actual Rwandan. I hope you enjoy! Please don't forget to share, like and subscribe! Also feel free to share your thoughts, questions or interest in being on the podcast with me (Akinade Aderele) at [email protected] (Intro and Ou...
Sep 10, 2017•24 min
Welcome back! Whoop! It is episode 21! I continue my conversation with the incredible Professor Vaughan. As a recap, Olufemi Vaughan is the Alfred Sargent Lee & Mary Ames Lee Professor of African Studies at Amherst College. We discuss some of the origins our relationship to faith, colonialism and its various portrayals and most importantly the many truths of our thriving continent. For information on supporting the recovery efforts in Sierra Leone : www.street-child.co.uk www.worldvision.org.uk/...
Sep 03, 2017•1 hr 8 min
It's my pleasure to announce that the podcast has officially reached 10,000 Listens! Thank you for your support and continue to listen and share! Whoop! It is episode 20! I have an incredibly accomplished and esteemed guest on the podcast today. Olufemi Vaughan is the Alfred Sargent Lee & Mary Ames Lee Professor of African Studies at Amherst College. We discuss some of the origins our relationship to faith, colonialism and its various portrayals and most importantly the many truths of our thrivi...
Aug 27, 2017•1 hr 1 min
Welcome to Episode 19! Timi Akindele and I discuss politics candidly. He is one of the most politically inclined people I know and he shares his journey thus far and some of his ideas for how we can all get engaged. I hope you enjoy! Please don't forget to share, like and subscribe! Also feel free to share your thoughts, questions or interest in being on the podcast with me (Akinade Aderele) at [email protected] (Intro and Outro track : Majek Fashek - African Unity)
Aug 20, 2017•39 min
Welcome to Episode 18! At age 4 Habibo was alone herding livestock far away from her family for six months. In her teens she was a refugee from the war in Somalia. She learn't english at age 22. She shares with us her experiences and how they have influenced her life so far and her outlook on resilience I hope you enjoy! Please don't forget to share, like and subscribe! Also feel free to share your thoughts, questions or interest in being on the podcast with me (Akinade Aderele) at podsaveafrica...
Aug 13, 2017•38 min
Welcome to Episode 17! Kenya is having its presidential election on Tuesday the 8th of August. A former prime minister runs against an Incumbent president. Kenyan Lawyers, Alex Mwakichako and Alex Kadiba , take opposing sides on a debate to discuss which of these candidates is the person to lead the Kenyan people into the Future. We debate political will, social issues, domestic policy and so much more on this Episode. I think you will enjoy it. I hope you enjoy! Please don't forget to share, li...
Aug 06, 2017•55 min
Welcome to Episode 16! First of all, I encourage you to rate the podcast on iTunes if you like it, it helps more people find the podcast! Nigeria's president has been missing for about 70 days. Ayobami Adekojo talks to us about the state of the current presidency in Nigeria and shares his thoughts on a better way to run the country. We discuss history, politics, change and reasons to be hopeful for the future. I hope you enjoy! Please don't forget to share, like and subscribe! Also feel free to ...
Jul 30, 2017•45 min
Welcome to Episode 15! This time, we have a life coach and motivational speaker Wisdom Primus sharing his thoughts and his experience on finding purpose, evolving as a person and how we carry our purpose to a continent that needs it. He also tells us about how he went from teaching the english language to helping others understand the language of Life. Check out Wisdom at wisdomprimus.com I hope you enjoy! Please don't forget to share, like and subscribe! Also feel free to share your thoughts, q...
Jul 23, 2017•55 min
Hello! I hope you like our new Logo. Welcome back to Pod Save Africa. This episode, I will be updating you on the news on the African Continent. The goal is to bring us closer by having a better understanding of the many issues that are affecting us in our various countries on the Continent. We plan to make this a monthly series so we always stay up to date. Please give me your feedback on how we can make this format even better. Please drop a review on iTunes, It helps more people find out abou...
Jul 16, 2017•28 min
Welcome to Episode 13! First of all, I encourage you to rate the podcast on iTunes if you like it, it helps more people find the podcast! Erick Nganyange discusses Foreign aid with us. It is a big part of our international identity as a continent and today Eric tells us about its role in stunting the growth of the nations in our continent. We then turn to solutions to discuss a better means for supporting ourselves and using support we get from outside the continent. As stated in the podcast Eri...
Jul 09, 2017•40 min
Welcome to Episode 12! Thanks for coming. Today, we continue our discussion on marriage. Oyinkan, Kachi, Kelechi, Ene and Ayo give their views and perspectives on Marriage to the Young African Woman. As an additional note, Kelechi also runs a pod cast called "The Class Prefects" where they discuss pop culture and current events. Check it out. I hope you enjoy! Please don't forget to share, like and subscribe! Also feel free to share your thoughts, questions or interest in being on the podcast wi...
Jul 02, 2017•36 min
Welcome to Episode 11! This episode, we discuss another set of perspectives on the topic of marriage. Oyinkan, Kachi, Kelechi, Ene and Ayo give their views and perspectives on Marriage to the Young African Woman. We discuss readiness, societal influences and the ideals that influence their perspectives. I hope you enjoy! Please don't forget to share, like and subscribe! Also feel free to share your thoughts, questions or interest in being on the podcast with me (Akinade Aderele) at podsaveafrica...
Jun 26, 2017•37 min
Welcome to Episode 10! On this episode, we continue our round table conversation about marriage. James Mwakichako, Irewole Akande and Damilola Obashoro join me to discuss marriage from the millennial African Man's perspective. We talk about cultural issues, timing and the level readiness to be life partners. I hope you enjoy! Please don't forget to share, like and subscribe! Also feel free to share your thoughts, questions or interest in being on the podcast with me (Akinade Aderele) at podsavea...
Jun 18, 2017•42 min
Welcome to Episode 9! On this episode, we have a round table conversation about marriage. James Mwakichako, Irewole Akande and Damilola Obashoro join me to discuss marriage from the millennial African Man's perspective. We talk about cultural issues, timing and the level readiness to be life partners. I hope you enjoy! Please don't forget to share, like and subscribe! Also feel free to share your thoughts, questions or interest in being on the podcast with me (Akinade Aderele) at podsaveafrica@g...
Jun 11, 2017•33 min
Welcome to Episode 8! On this listen, Naila Opiangah tells us about her home country, Gabon. We discuss its history, the present state of affairs and a future powered by education. I hope you enjoy! Please don't forget to share, like and subscribe! Also feel free to share your thoughts, questions or interest in being on the podcast with me (Akinade Aderele) at [email protected] (Intro and Outro track : Majek Fashek - African Unity)
Jun 04, 2017•26 min
Welcome to Episode 7! Emmanuel Klu talks to us about a different way to look at poverty. We discuss foreign aid and its role in the seemingly incessant cycle of poverty. We also discuss how creating a self supporting and self sufficient continent would help alleviate many of our problems. I hope you enjoy! Please don't forget to share, like and subscribe! Also feel free to share your thoughts, questions or interest in being on the podcast with me (Akinade Aderele) at [email protected] (Int...
May 28, 2017•40 min
Welcome to Episode 6! On this Episode, We switch things up a little bit and add more of a storytelling/history lesson angle to the episode. Raymond Weah, talks to us about Liberia's History and the consequential effects of returned slaves. We also discuss his hopes for a better future in his country through the lens of Infrastructure development. I hope you enjoy! Please don't forget to share, like and subscribe! Also feel free to share your thoughts, questions or interest in being on the podcas...
May 21, 2017•33 min
Welcome to Episode 5! On this Episode, Moyo Orekoya discusses civics and the systems we have for electing leadership. He also shares some of his "heretical" ideas on new ways for electing our leaders and keeping people engaged in the political process. I hope you enjoy! Please don't forget to share, like and subscribe! Also feel free to share your thoughts, questions or interest in being on the podcast with me (Akinade Aderele) at [email protected] (Intro and Outro track : Majek Fashek - A...
May 15, 2017•31 min
Welcome to Episode 4! On this Episode, Chizara Nwaogwugwu discusses with us about the many balances one has to maintain when trying to bring change as a returnee to Nigeria. We discuss culture, business, finance and much more. Chizy uses the word Ajebo in the episode and this is a Yoruba word/slang that implies that one has a silver spoon and has never had to struggle. I hope you enjoy! Please don't forget to share, like and subscribe! Also feel free to share your thoughts, questions or interest...
May 08, 2017•30 min
Welcome to the Third Episode of Pod Save Africa. On this Episode Iris Uwizeyimana talks to us about Rwanda, the aftermath of the genocide, the potential for a greater future and the lessons of the past. Please enjoy and share. Also feel free to share your thoughts, questions or interest in being on the podcast with me (Akinade Aderele) at [email protected].
Apr 30, 2017•24 min
Welcome to the Second Episode of Pod Save Africa On this Episode, Jong Massaquoi talks to us about the experience of moving back to Africa. Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy and share. (Intro and Outro track : Majek Fashek - African Unity)
Apr 23, 2017•30 min
First episode of Pod Save Africa. Here, I (Akinade Aderele) and James Mwakichako discuss theft, corruption, the culture that lets it thrive and how we get to a future with much less corruption. (Intro and Outro track : Majek Fashek - African Unity) Shout out to Pod Save America and Pod Save the World for Inspiration.
Apr 16, 2017•24 min
