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The Progressive Minds ShowIMPACT OF COVID-19 ON SPORTS - THE CASE OF MESSIIn this episode we will be engaging our great guests on the effects of COVID-19 on sports in general. Our focus will be mainly from Africa and the diaspora's perspective with B. Flat (Radio Sports Host - Chicago), Emmanuel Azarmati (2020 Olympics Finalist - Ghana), Nathaniel Atoh (Joy Sports Host - Ghana) and Hassan Mavotu (Youth Soccer Coach - Chicago).
2021-08-192h 09The Progressive Minds ShowMEET CHEF EROS - THE MAN WHO KNOWS WHAT BILLIONAIRES EAT FOR LUNCHIn this episode we will talk to Chef Eros, the Nigerian who is promoting Africa through food. He's also known as the billionaires' chef. He owns Chef Eros & Co. Some of his notable clients are French President Emmanuel Macron, Mike Adenuga, Aliko Dangote, Lauryn Hill, Don Jazzy, Richard Mofe Damijo, etc...2021-08-191h 06The Progressive Minds ShowTHE GLOBAL INSTITUTE - DIASPORA CONTINENTAL TRADE COLLABORATIONOur guests are Dr. Magaret King (Founder and President of The Global Institute), Sy Smith (Founder and President of National Block Club University), Dr. Gale Frazier (Vice President of The Global Institute). 2021-08-081h 36The Progressive Minds ShowINTERCULTURAL RELATIONSHIPS AND MARRIAGES - NAVIGATING THROUGH IT IN THE DIASPORAIn this episode we will be discussing navigating through intercultural relationships and marriages, specifically through their challenges, opportunities and general experiences. The honorable guests are Guarionex De La Cruz & Hilda De La Cruz, Priest Bonsu & Sequita Bonsu Bolingbrook, Joseph Gentle and Leeann Regis. 2021-08-081h 24The Progressive Minds ShowUPDATES FROM HAITI AND SOUTH AFRICAIn this episode we will discuss issues currently ongoing with the people of Haiti and South Africa. Featuring are Soraya Sheppard (Executive Director Color Me Africa Fine Arts), Miss Anastasie Senat (President Elect Haitian American Lawyers Association of Illinois), and Daphnee Rene Antoine (Entrepreneur AJP Unlimited, LLC).2021-08-081h 39The Progressive Minds ShowDIASPORA CONNECT WITH WODE MAYA - THE AFRICAN BOYToday, we will be talking to the one and only village boy and the biggest YouTuber in Ghana: Wode Maya! Join us as we discuss his story and the importance of connecting the diaspora and Africa. 2021-07-201h 52The Progressive Minds ShowJOURNEY OF RECONCILIATION OF MOTHER AFRICA AND HER DIASPORAAfrican kings and queens coming to the Americas and the Caribbean. Featuring Dr, Melida Harris - Barrow - founder, chairperson 6th region flobal chamber of commerce. Krishna Camerena Surgeon - general director of the national secretariat for the development of Afro Panamanians - Seandap. HH. Grace Eganda - co-founder and director of Aida International Network. 2021-07-181h 55The Progressive Minds ShowLIBERIA FROM 1821 TO PRESENTMeet the royal lineage of Prince Abdul Rahman Dr. Aretmus Gaye PhD Loyola University, adjunct professor; President, the Prince Ibrahima & Isabella Freedom FDN, sport agent ASSF & Fifa. As he narrates the legacy of his great ancestor and the projects in the works. We also look at Liberia from 1821 to present day. My additional distinguished guest is J. Lestor Cheapoo Jr - President/CEO Gulf of Guinea Fishing Agency. Former director for visa and passport evaluation Chinese embassy near Monrovia, People's Republic of China, former administrative manager and PFSO China Union Liberia Ore Mining LTD. Former Chinese interpreter...2021-07-183h 04The Progressive Minds ShowDIASPORA VOICES ON #FIXTHECOUNTRY GHANAIn this episode we will be talking to concerned Ghanians in the diaspora who are asking questions regarding socio-polotical issues currently trending in Ghana. Does the country need fixing? Our guests for this discussion are Arnold Appiah (Data Analyst Engineer - USA), M. Ratty (Fashion Designer - Germany), Daniel Amponsah (NPP USA Communication Member), Kwabena Bibini Barema (DJ Fuad - Ghana), Ivan Dormenyo Zaney (Data Base Developer/Blogger - USA).2021-07-063h 22The Progressive Minds ShowTRECC IS COMING TO THE CITYMeet the team behind TRECC, an FBrands company with real estate and clean technology expertise. We will be discussing their passion and vision to transform and impact black and minority communities in Chicago, U.S. and Africa. The guests are Dejuan A Kea (Co-Founder FBrands LLC.), Deandre Allen (Co-Founder FBrands LLC.) and Senyo Ador (Co-Founder FBrands LLC.)2021-07-041h 39The Progressive Minds ShowPARENTING IN THE DIASPORA AND IN THE AFRICAN COMMUNITYThis episode will focus on the challenges of parenthood these days. We will focus on those in the diaspora and in Ghana specifically. Our distinguished guests are Larko Djabatey Yirenkyi (TV Producer/Director/MC/Content Developer), Noah Ndhlovu (Zambia Blog/Talk Show), Francisca Dickson Arhin (Broadcaster/Journalist), Peter Osei (Realtor/Investor/Business Mogul/President of Limpet Warehouse Staffing).2021-07-042h 06The Progressive Minds ShowUPDATES FROM THE CHICAGO AFRICAN COMMUNITY LEADERSIn this episode we will be talking to the great African leaders in Chicago. The pandemic has been hard on everyone and so we'd like to know how these leaders managed the challenges that they faced. We will also look at the opportunities in working together and being more involved and supportive to local officials when the need arises. The episode will feature David Matanda (Chicago Ugandan Community Leader), Dr. Artemus Gaye (Chicago Liberian Community Leader), Fatima Traore (Chicago Malian Community Leader), Paa Kwesi Sam (Chicago Community Leader), Joseph Amson (Chicago Ivorian community Leader), Francine Abbey (Togolese Community Leader...2021-06-271h 54The Progressive Minds ShowFATHERHOOD - CELEBRATING THE MAN OF THE HOUSEIn this episode we will be looking at the challenges, opportunities and the practical responsibilities of fathers. The distinguished guests are Kofi Marfo, Victor Stepanov, Ernest Kwesi Darkwa Addae and Eddie Sanders.2021-06-232h 02The Progressive Minds ShowJUNTEENTH - ADDRESSING THE DIASPORA CONNECTIONIn this episode we will be looking at the significance of Juneteenth and its connection to the African diaspora with Ted Williams III (Political Science Faculty City of Colleges Chicago), Dr. Asantewa Oppong Wade (Prof. of History Depaul University) and Dr. Clement Adibe (Prof. of Political Science Depaul University)2021-06-231h 47The Progressive Minds ShowTRIBALISM IN GHANA - THE FIGHT TO FIX THE COUNTRYThe issue of tribalism has a foothold in the foundations of Ghana. In this episode Dr. Ren (Executive Director Modern World Institute) will be joining us to have a critical conversation.2021-06-211h 39The Progressive Minds ShowTHE CONFLICT IN ME - CLASH OF CULTURESHow does belonging to more than one culture impact one's identity, social life and perspectives? In this episode we will be talking to Ibrahim Nii Okoe (Ward Superintendent) USA - Ghana, Yasmeen El-Nagar (Boston University Student) USA - Egypt- China, Dhruv Patel (Quality Manager Ferrero) USA - India, and Mrs. Nicole Kwashie (Masters in Education) USA - Ghana2021-06-211h 47