Experiences That Make Us

Gabriel Gyedu Okyere
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Welcome to Experiences That Make Us, a podcast built on a simple but powerful idea: our experiences shape who we become. Each of us carries stories—moments of challenge, joy, mistakes, growth, and unexpected lessons. When we take the time to reflect on these experiences and share them, we not only understand ourselves better, but we also create opportunities for others to learn from them. Follow us on: Fb: Gabriel Okyere Insta: gabrielthe_gyedu LinkedIn: Gabriel Gyedu Okyere X: Gabrielokay11

  1. 24 MAR

    E15 : Like Father, Like Son, Crowned Risktaker

    In this episode of Experiences That Make Us, a young man finds himself drawn to risky behavior - much like his father - revealing that risk taking may indeed run in the blood. Through a series of personal experiences, he reflects on his choices and attempts to use those experiences to respond to questions such as: What is the difference between risktaking and stupidity? What is the limit of risktaking?

    37 min
  2. E14 : Where is Gabriel? Another Climbing Wahala

    14 MAR

    E14 : Where is Gabriel? Another Climbing Wahala

    A group of kids ignored the advice of their mothers and made one risky decision… which, unfortunately, landed me in big trouble. In this episode of Experiences That Make Us, I share a childhood story of curiosity, panic, and the kind of trouble that only climbing things seems to bring me.

    14 min

  3. 9 MAR

    E13 : Trust The Process

    A series of events leads a young man to develop his own personal definition of the phrase “Trust the Process.” In every stage of the journey, friends, family, and God each play a role in shaping what this phrase truly comes to mean.

    22 min

  4. 9 MAR

    E12 : The Unknown: A Dangerous Place To Go

    From the simple search for a lost ball to suddenly finding myself in the midst of military officers. This episode tells the story of how I unknowingly walked into a highly dangerous situation. What began as an ordinary moment quickly turned dramatic, all because a group of boys decided to do what they loved most—play football.

    23 min

  5. 9 MAR

    E11 : When I saw the smoke, I knew Gabriel was Dead.

    An act of stupidity, a near-death experience, and a miracle. In this episode, I recount the frightening story of how I slept for hours in a billow of smoke and the moment I realized how close I had come to death. It is a powerful reflection on how God saved my life.

    25 min

  6. 9 MAR

    E10 : Life As A Construction Worker II

    This episode continues the story from Life As A Construction. It focuses on construction projects carried out far away from home and the realities that come with working in unfamiliar environments. The episode reflects on how a lack of options can sometimes push people into actions they never thought they would engage in.

    19 min

  7. 9 MAR

    E9 : Life As A Construction Worker I

    This episode recounts my experiences working as a construction worker and how those experiences fundamentally changed my perspective on life and on others. Through the challenges, lessons, and daily realities of construction work, I reflect on the ways this chapter shaped my understanding of hard work, resilience, and human nature.

    20 min

  8. 9 MAR

    E8 : The Ferry Experience

    This episode takes us to Gambia, where I recount my first day in the country and the striking reality of how a vast sea separates the capital from other towns. Join me on an unforgettable journey across the waters—a trip filled with excitement, unexpected drama, and a reminder of how quickly our imaginations can turn into reality in the blink of an eye

    27 min
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Welcome to Experiences That Make Us, a podcast built on a simple but powerful idea: our experiences shape who we become. Each of us carries stories—moments of challenge, joy, mistakes, growth, and unexpected lessons. When we take the time to reflect on these experiences and share them, we not only understand ourselves better, but we also create opportunities for others to learn from them. Follow us on: Fb: Gabriel Okyere Insta: gabrielthe_gyedu LinkedIn: Gabriel Gyedu Okyere X: Gabrielokay11

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  • Creator
    Gabriel Gyedu Okyere
  • Years Active
    2k
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Gabriel Gyedu Okyere
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