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Open Conversations

Open Conversations

By Joseph-Albert Kuuire

Hosted by Joseph-Albert Kuuire, "Open Conversations" is a podcast where Joseph and his guests have open and honest discussions about various topics including dating, religion, marriage, entertainment, and anything else that comes to mind.

Open Conversations is part of the "That's Not Canon" podcast network.
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Thanks For All The Fish!

Open ConversationsJul 13, 2021

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Thanks For All The Fish!

Thanks For All The Fish!

All good things come to end...

This is officially the final episode for the season and for the podcast. Listen in to hear why this podcast was started and why we're drawing the curtains to a close.

Jul 13, 202105:42
Episode 33: Social Culture

Episode 33: Social Culture

This episode was inspired by the YouTube video "Cut"

Mame and I discuss videos from the YouTube channel "Cut", a channel which has interesting videos including blind dating and asking people interesting questions. We compare those videos to what is currently in the social culture in the city of Accra. We discuss open relationships, infidelity, the concept of "body count", lack of sex education, and my recent blind dating experience.


Jul 05, 202101:10:25
Episode 32: Social Media Culture

Episode 32: Social Media Culture

A recent article by the well-known author sparked a flurry of discussions on social media which went from themes of personal betrayal, mob mentality, and social media toxicity. (Article here)

In today's episode, I talk with my friend Kiiki to break down everything from social media mobs, woke and cancel culture, and the toxicity of modern-day social media.

Jun 18, 202101:11:42
Episode 31: Ama

Episode 31: Ama

So we're back from our little break. It's been a while so here's some new content :)

In today's episode, I talk with my friend Ama and talk about her recent marriage and how everything transpired from dating to eventually getting married. We also discussed cultural differences between Ghanaians in the UK and Ghanaians in Ghana and the different views.

We hope to get more episodes in the future. Hope this holds you up to then.

Jun 17, 202155:15
Episode 30: Modern Marriage

Episode 30: Modern Marriage

In today's episode, we speak to a podcast guest from last year (Afia), who recently got married. We spoke to her about what it was like moving from dating to being exclusive and eventually get proposed and getting married.
She also shared some insights about having marriage counseling in her church before getting married and the traditional way of getting hitched.
Apr 11, 202140:24
(Rebroadcast) Episode 29: Edinam

(Rebroadcast) Episode 29: Edinam

(This is a rebroadcast episode from Season 1)

In today's episode, we talked to Edinam who is one half of the popular podcast "2 Pesawas". 

We talked about how she started her podcast, our cynicism for Ghana's future, social life, and modern dating, how culture prevents us from questioning things in society and being introverted and how she keeps busy.

Apr 04, 202101:18:26
Episode 28: Modern Family

Episode 28: Modern Family

On today's show, I spoke to a couple of women about their experience having children. What makes these guests unique is that all of their pregnancies were kind of "unplanned". 

On today's episode, I wanted to hear stories from these women on what they went through with the experience of pregnancy and eventually childbirth.

Thanks to my guests for coming on the show and sharing their experiences!

Mar 28, 202158:56
Episode 27 - Eli (Rebroadcast)
Mar 24, 202158:21
Episode 26: Modern Religion

Episode 26: Modern Religion

Religion can be a touchy subject for most people. It seems like everyone has their fundamental belief but what "exactly" do they believe? How do people handle the concept of heaven and hell? What about the afterlife?

On today's episode, I had a conversation with two individuals with Christian beliefs about what they believe in and how they currently live their lives with these beliefs

Mar 21, 202101:20:21
Bonus: Youth In Asia With Del

Bonus: Youth In Asia With Del

Inspired by the "Modern Hometown" episode we did a couple of weeks ago, we decided to an extended episode. So on today's bonus episode, we spoke with "Del" for an episode on her trip to China last year.

We spoke about why she went to China, what it was like there, how COVID affected everything, and how her thoughts about living in China in the near future.

Mar 17, 202139:52
Violetta (Episode 11 Rebroadcast)

Violetta (Episode 11 Rebroadcast)

(This is a rebroadcast of an episode that we did in Season 1, Episode 11)

On today's show, I speak with my guest Violetta. We talked about her experience growing up in Russia and being black, being open-minded and free-spirited, why holding on to first impressions of people might not be a good idea and we briefly discuss our theories on death.

Mar 14, 202101:08:40
Interlude - We're Joining A Podcast Network
Mar 11, 202101:18
Episode 25: Modern Hometown

Episode 25: Modern Hometown

Ghana can be an interesting place with different opinions and viewpoints from people who currently live there and others who live in the diaspora. In this episode, we had a conversation with three individuals who were born and raised in Ghana and later left to other countries for work and also school.

We discussed feelings about home, what culture actually means, and the recent LGBTIQ news which has been in the local headlines lately.

  • Ekua Conversation (3:17)
  • Yasmin Conversation (38:37)
  • Kiki Conversation (1:22:09)
Mar 06, 202102:06:29
Episode 24 - Modern Sex (Conversations With An Introvert)

Episode 24 - Modern Sex (Conversations With An Introvert)

Warning: This podcast episode has explicit talk about sex.

So this episode is a bit different. Firstly, I'm openly talking about private stuff about my sex life and other things sex related. This episode was led by my friend Mame who came up with some great questions. It was a very revealing conversation where I spoke about kinks, sex hang ups, and a host of other things. You can literally hear my sweating in this episode 😅

Feb 28, 202153:19
Episode 23 - Modern Friendship
Feb 21, 202101:15:54
Episode 22 - Modern Dating
Feb 14, 202101:24:36
Season 2 Update

Season 2 Update

Guess who's back! (Well, we never left actually)

Just a quick heads up. Season 2 of Open Conversations will be starting next year in February 2021 (!). We're changing the format a bit this year but it's still going to be largely the same open conversations as before.

Till then, have a happy holiday and a great 2021

Dec 22, 202001:28
Episode 21 - Michelle

Episode 21 - Michelle

On today's episode, I spoke with Michelle. We talk about her moving back to Ghana permanently from New York, setting up an initiative called Villa Diaspora (https://www.instagram.com/villa.diaspora/) to help with returnees coming to Ghana, social media and got a very interesting take on the new wave of feminism in Ghana.

Outro Music Credit (Anchor Only): "Run The World" - Beyonce

Aug 28, 202001:03:29
Episode 20 - Jerome
Aug 22, 202001:02:14
Episode 19 - Eli Tetteh
Aug 09, 202058:21
Episode 18 - Jonny Stone

Episode 18 - Jonny Stone

Don't call it a comeback! (Well, actually you can call it that). We welcome Jonny Stone back to the podcast. We catch up to what's been going on since the first time we spoke. We talked about his promotion at YFM, doing some of his nightly gigs now that public places are reopening and had an off the cuff conversation about relationship.

Outro music credit (Anchor Only) - "Stargazing" - Travis Scott


Aug 04, 202047:18
Episode 17 - Amma Aboagye

Episode 17 - Amma Aboagye

On today's episode, I welcome my guest Amma Aboagye who is the cofounder of Afropole (theafropole.com). On today's show, I spoke with Amma, who is currently in the US, about a number of topics including how the pandemic has affected her life, her opinions about the Year of Return event in Ghana, the salary disparity between diasporans and local workers and also the theory of common language in uniting people.

Good conversation with a lot of gems in this episode. Enjoy.

Outro music credit (Anchor Only): "American Boy" -  Estelle

Jul 29, 202001:19:42
Episode 16 - Aseyea
Jul 26, 202055:55
Special Episode: My Dad

Special Episode: My Dad

On this special episode, we decided to do things a bit differently. On this Father's Day episode, my dad narrates his life story from growing up in Nandom as the middle child of 9 kids, going to school while working on a farm, and then eventually getting accepted in the university. He talks about meeting my mom, studying law, doing his national service at the Prisons Service to eventually rising up the ranks as Director-General. 

Lastly, he concludes about politics getting in the way of his career to joining the United Nations and doing stints in South Sudan, New York, and Italy.

It's a great story and I think it's very inspirational. Happy Father's Day.

Outro Music: "Gravity" -  John Mayer (Anchor Only)

Jun 22, 202056:08
Episode 15: Edinam

Episode 15: Edinam

In today's episode, we talked to Edinam who is one half of the popular podcast "2 Pesawas". 

We talked about how she started her podcast, our cynicism for Ghana's future, social life and modern dating, how culture prevents us from questioning things in society and being introverted and how she keeps busy.

Jun 05, 202001:18:26
Episode 14: Dagny
May 31, 202001:19:55
Episode 13: Shirley (AKA The Area Girl With Branding)

Episode 13: Shirley (AKA The Area Girl With Branding)

On today's episode, we talk with Shirley, a travel blogger. We spoke about how the pandemic has stopped travel and forced her to pivot, the concept of friendship and how it evolves when we grow up, our thoughts on social media in Ghana and why we're not producing and elevating local content. 

You can find Shirly on Twitter (@akosuashirly) and Instagram (@akosuashirley).

May 25, 202001:27:19
Episode 12: Fatima

Episode 12: Fatima

On today's episode, I speak with my guest, Fatima, a program manager for Enpact.

We talked about a recent blog post she wrote about herself, her imposter syndrome, growing up in Denmark, the culture of doing business in Ghana, the "reserved" Ghanaian, what books we're currently reading, and what we're watching on TV.

Outro Music Credit - "Jungle" - HER (Available on Anchor only)

May 19, 202001:10:57
Episode 11: Violetta

Episode 11: Violetta

On today's show, I speak with my guest Violetta. We talked about her experience growing up in Russia and being black, being open-minded and free-spirited, why holding on to first impressions of people might not be a good idea and we briefly discuss our theories on death. 

May 14, 202001:08:40
Episode 10: Ekua

Episode 10: Ekua

On today's episode, I speak with Ekua who is currently up in the UK. Not to say this episode offers a depressing look on Ghana, but we cut right down to the bone in discussing the current issues in Ghana, the political climate, the hustle of entrepreneurs, and if we will ever get a female president in our lifetime.

It was a very good conversation and I hope you enjoy.

Outro music credit: Kofi Mole - "Don't Be Late" (Only on Anchor)

May 12, 202001:21:19
Special Episode: Cecilia (My Mom)

Special Episode: Cecilia (My Mom)

This is a special interlude of Open Conversations. I had a brief conversation with my mom for Mother's Day. Enjoy

Happy Mother's Day

May 10, 202020:14
Episode 9: Afia

Episode 9: Afia

On today’s episode, I speak with the “youngster” Afia about different topics including relationships, falling in love, social media and we answer a very interesting question: what happens after you die?

Afia is a graphic designer and you can find her on Twitter - @ChocolateAfia

Outro Music Credit: "City Girls" - Chris Brown & Young Thug (Only On Anchor)

May 07, 202001:27:28
Episode 8: Ama "Poetra" Asantewa
May 04, 202001:07:05
Episode 7: Mame (From Mame's Taste)

Episode 7: Mame (From Mame's Taste)

Are you a foodie? Then you should definitely check out Mame's Taste (mamestastes.wordpress.com) for reviews of all the latest restaurants, food joints and cafes.

My guest today is Mame from that blog. On today's episode, we spoke about how the pandemic is affecting all of us and how it all feels apocalyptic. We discussed social media and how it might be affecting our collective mental health, especially on Twitter. We also spoke about socializing as an introvert and how going to therapy has really good benefits

We all need to go to therapy after this pandemic is over. Hope you enjoy today's episode.

(We would love a review of the show and what you think. Cheers)

May 02, 202001:30:42
Episode 6: Roxanne
Apr 28, 202001:29:11
Episode 5: Enyonam

Episode 5: Enyonam

On today's podcast, I spoke with my friend, Enyonam. Enyonam is the Personal Relations (PR) field. She's also done digital marketing in the past. On the podcast, we talked about her recent marriage, the topic of living together before getting married, as well as the topic of feminism especially in Ghana.

Hope you enjoy. Thanks for listening.

Apr 26, 202001:11:00
Episode 4: Maureen
Apr 21, 202001:08:17
Episode 3 - Sally

Episode 3 - Sally

Our sound is now at optimal levels and just in time for our longest episode so far. Today, I spoke with one of my good friends, Sally, for a lengthy conversation on a range of topics including the new Feminism wave, politics, dating, the recent sex education saga and lots more. Sit back and enjoy

You can find Sally on Twitter under the handle @EbaDidIt

Outro Music: Brent Faiyaz - Poison

Apr 18, 202002:16:51
Episode 2: Omie The Homie

Episode 2: Omie The Homie

Episode 2! The sound is better (We've been off to a rough start) but we're getting to perfection.

In this episode, I talked with Omie the home. Omie is pretty popular on Twitter and today we talked about how the coronavirus is affecting things in Ghana. We also talked about video games, got sidetracked talking about Fella vs Sister Derby, Twitter and entertainment in Ghana.

Hope you enjoy this episode. Sound still shaky but better than the first episode. Next episode will be improved. Promise.

Apr 15, 202001:04:01
Episode 1: Jonny Stone

Episode 1: Jonny Stone

(Apologies for the sound quality in advance) Our guest is Jonny Stone. Jonny is a good friend of mine and he's my first guest on the podcast. We talk about our current situation, the entertainment industry in Ghana, dating scene, pregnancy scares (!) and how the coronavirus is affect him and other people. You can find Jonny Stone on Twitter (JonnyStone_)

Apr 14, 202047:31