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The Sugar Water & Gari Podcast

The Chopbox Boys
When you’ve had gari for dinner, you appreciate the luxury of jollof rice. On this podcast, we share unfiltered & subjective afropolitan views on social & cultural issues, while exploring themes of individual & economic growth. Reach us at sugarwatergari@gmail.com or IG/Twitter: @theswgpodcast.
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Episodes

Season Update

A quick update from the chopbox on where this podcast is going and what to expect in the future. To our day ones, we apologize for the wait. Music: Grind by Vision DJ feat a.I. Reach us at sugarwatergari@gmail.com or IG/Twitter: @theswgpodcast.

Feb 16, 202210 min

Sustainability - A Cycle

Sustainability is a balance between the environment, equity, and economy. On this episode, the ChopBox Boys discuss what it means to be sustainable and some of the challenges they face currently on trying to lead a sustainable lifestyle, especially in developing countries. Intro Song: Right By You By Chop Daily, Outro Song: Refuse Reuse Recycle by Wanlov The Kubolor & Sister Deborah. Reach us at sugarwatergari@gmail.com or IG/Twitter: @theswgpodcast visit our website theswgpodcast.com.

May 27, 202143 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Rent vs Ownership - An Argument

Rent vs Ownership, an argument as old as time, is often discussed based on the consumer's personal finance. On this episode, the Chopbox Boys are coached by their guest Elvis Cudjoe, Ph.D. on the pros and cons of renting vs owning a home. Intro Song: Right By You By Chop Daily, Outro Song: Hand to Mouth By Sarkodie. Reach us at sugarwatergari@gmail.com or IG/Twitter: @theswgpodcast visit our website theswgpodcast.com.

May 13, 202155 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Growing Up In An African Home - A Lifestyle

The upbringing of a child in an African household could be very challenging from a child's perspective. On this episode the Chopbox Boys & guest Erika Yarboi give an insight into how this upbringing has shaped their lives. Intro Song: Right By You By Chop Daily, Outro Song: Chorkor Special By Joey B. Reach us at sugarwatergari@gmail.com or IG/Twitter: @theswgpodcast visit our website theswgpodcast.com.

Apr 18, 20211 hr 7 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Designer Babies - A Phenomenon

On this episode, the Chopbox Boys throw on their lab coats, protective goggles, and grab their test tubes as they step into the lab to share their predictions on the inevitable future of gene editing. Intro Song: Right By You By Chop Daily, Outro Song: Sika Aba Fie By Kweku Darlington, Yaw Tog & Kweku Flick. Reach us at sugarwatergari@gmail.com or IG/Twitter: @theswgpodcast. Visit our website theswgpodcast.com.

Mar 30, 202140 minSeason 2Ep. 5

State of Alphabets - A Discussion

The Chopbox Boys catch-up on recent events and make a case for the Alphabet Mafia in Ghana and Africa at large. Donate: LGBTQ righs group, Ghana https://gofund.me/75a5bd1c Intro Music: Right By You by Chop Daily, Outro Music: Ghana National Anthem by Philip Gbeho. Reach us at sugarwatergari@gmail.com or on IG/Twitter: @theswgpodcast or visit our website theswgpodcast.com.

Mar 17, 202136 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Mental Health - A Dialogue

It is likely you are a little sick in the head. Just kidding! Many people live with some sort of mental illness. Yet far too often, they do so unknowingly. It is easily unrecognizable as mental illness & mental health cover a wide spectrum; anxiety, OCD, substance and alcohol abuse, depression, etc. Even when recognized, sometimes we do not know how to deal with it. On this episode, the Chopbox Boys engage in a conversation about mental health with Maame Esi Coleman, Ph.D. Psychology, to und...

Mar 05, 202153 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Sugar Water and Gari - A Second Coming

The SWG boys are back! This year our resident theorist will be joining us Nido a.k.a Superstar, a.k.a Kobby Holmes. We hope you stay tuned throughout the entire season because we have a lot more insightful and funny topics to discuss, a new SWG radio launch, just to name a few. Welcome, Akwaaba to season II. Intro music: Right By You by Chop Daily, Outro music: Back To Sender by Wusu & TeamSalut. Reach us at theswgpodcast.com or sugarwatergari@gmail.com or on IG/Twitter @theswgpodcast or vis...

Feb 16, 202112 min

Imposter Syndrome - A Conundrum

In this episode, the Chopbox Boys open up about “impostorism”, how it affects them on a daily and discussed ways to forge a path forward. Intro music: Right By You by Chop Daily, Outro music: Kangaroo by Tic Tac ft Samini. Reach us at sugarwatergari@gmail.com or on IG/Twitter: @theswgpodcast or visit our website theswgpodcast.com.

Feb 16, 202143 minSeason 2Ep. 1

No Masks - Negative Results, Positive Vibes

A vibe to cap off a tumultuous year. Outro music: Sore by Yaw Tog feat. O'Kenneth, City Boy, ReGGie & Jay Bhad. Reach us at sugarwatergari@gmail.com or IG/Twitter: @theswgpodcast.

Dec 25, 202041 minSeason 1Ep. 10

EndSARS - An Outcry

On this episode, the Chopbox Boys throw more light on the current issue in Nigeria. The #ENDSARS movement is one that has drawn a lot of attention to the government of Nigeria and sparked a lot of conversations all over social media. Intro Song: Right By You By Chop Daily, Outro Song: Africa Is Alone By Bubunaé. Reach us at sugarwatergari@gmail.com or IG/Twitter: @theswgpodcast.

Oct 23, 202036 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Data Privacy & Capitalism - A Zeitgeist Journey

Technology has made life easier and brought about many conveniences in its evolution. The Chopbox Boys and guest, Fola Aminu (Twitter: @_folz2), take a journey to explore some benefactors. They also share their thoughts on Burna Boy's Twice As Tall album, Black Is King, WAP, and AFCFTA (African Continental Free Trade Area). Intro Song: Right By You By Chop Daily, Outro Song: Giddem By Burna Boy Reach us at sugarwatergari@gmail.com or IG/Twitter: @theswgpodcast.

Sep 01, 202045 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Rethinking Relationships - The Case for Entangleship

The Chopbox Boys debate relationships as they lift the lid on polyamory, entanglement, and monogamy. Things get a little uncomfortable when the concept of a no-divorce policy comes up. Intro Song: Right By You By Chop Daily, Outro Song: I Confess By Mani Lapussh Reach us at sugarwatergari@gmail.com or IG/Twitter: @theswgpodcast.

Aug 04, 202043 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Rape Culture - A Revolting Reality

Uncovering unacceptable social behaviors and the severity of the sexual assault problem in West Africa and abroad with Edinam Macdeh, a barrister at law. Intro Song: Right By You By Chop Daily, Outro Song: Glow Up By Karun Reach us at sugarwatergari@gmail.com or IG/Twitter: @theswgpodcast. Petitions you can sign on change.org: ”Abolish Medical Examination Fees for all Victims of Rape and SexHal Assault in Ghana” ”Intoxication is not a valid defense for sexual assault”...

Jul 21, 202044 minSeason 1Ep. 6

The African Influence - An Exploration

The Chopbox Boys explore African influence on culture, music, and fashion with Panamanian-born fashion producer, Alezandra Berrio. The transatlantic slave trade may have officially ended 155 years ago, but its impact on today's culture is very evident in the Americas. Intro Music: Right By You by Chop Daily, Outro Music: Fine Girl by Zie Zie. Reach us at sugarwatergari@gmail.com or IG/Twitter: @theswgpodcast.

Jul 02, 202043 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Black Lives Matter - A Movement

Police brutality and racism in America has taken the lives of many. The Chopbox Boys have had enough and have a message for America. Outro Music: Hope by Twista featuring Faith Evans. Reach us at sugarwatergari@gmail.com or IG/Twitter: @theswgpodcast. Ways you can help: webuyblack.com, blacklivesmatter.carrd.co

Jun 16, 202025 minSeason 1Ep. 3

The International Student - An Experience

Fresh off the boat from Ghana, the Chopbox Boys recount their culture shock and experiences of being an international student in America. They also drop some gems on survival during and after college. Intro Music: Right By You by Chop Daily, Outro Music: Understand by Fya Nya. Reach us at sugarwatergari@gmail.com or IG/Twitter: @theswgpodcast.

Jun 16, 202030 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Sugar Water and Gari - An Introduction

This is an introduction of the Chopbox boys - a band of childhood friends from Ghana now on foreign soil, looking to navigate their way through a western society. Intro music: Right by you by Chop Daily, Outro music: Right by you by Chop Daily. Reach us at sugarwatergari@gmail.com or IG/Twitter: @theswgpodcast.

Jun 13, 202011 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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