Alternative Convos with Charles Kojo Vandyck

Charles Kojo Vandyck
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Alternative Convos is a discussion show at the intersection between social cohesion and social change in Africa. It is an alternative platform, a safe space for alternative views.

  1. Beyond the Summit: Why Global Decisions Must Reflect Local Realities

    FEB 5

    Beyond the Summit: Why Global Decisions Must Reflect Local Realities

    Welcome, listeners, to a Special Edition of Charles Speaks on Alternative Convos. Today’s episode is titled "Beyond the Summit: Why Global Decisions Must Reflect Local Realities." Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change.

    13 min
  2. Inclusion by Design: Making AI Work for All Africans

    JAN 22

    Inclusion by Design: Making AI Work for All Africans

    In Season 2, Episode 16 of Alternative Convos, Charles speaks with Osai Ojigho, the Director of Policy, Public Affairs, and Campaigns at Christian Aid HQ, about how to ensure that AI truly works for all Africans. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's progress. Hosted by Charles Kojo Vandyck, Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change. Disclaimer: “The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the guest’s own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the host. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only”. Contact: Osai via https://www.linkedin.com/in/osai-ojigho/

    25 min
  3. Rooted, Not Borrowed: Rethinking our Non-Profit Models

    JAN 8

    Rooted, Not Borrowed: Rethinking our Non-Profit Models

    Welcome listeners, to Season 2 of Charles Speaks on Alternative Convos. This special new year edition is titled “Rooted, Not Borrowed: Rethinking our Non-Profit Models". Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change. To purchase a copy of my book titled "The Engine Behind the Mission: Re-imagining Non-Profit Operating Models in the Global Majority" 🇬🇭 Ghana: Call/WhatsApp me on +233 264 128 605 – GHC 250 (excluding delivery) 🇺🇸 US: Paperback and Kindle on Amazon 🌍 Europe and Other African Countries: Search "The Engine Behind the Mission: Re-imagining Non-Profit Operating Models in the Global Majority" on your local Amazon store.

    8 min
  4. Faith, Service, and Leadership: The Life and Insights of Charles Fritz Kofi Vandyck

    12/23/2025

    Faith, Service, and Leadership: The Life and Insights of Charles Fritz Kofi Vandyck

    In the Season 2 birthday special of Alternative Convos, Charles sits down with his father, Charles Fritz Kofi Vandyck, for a heartfelt and insightful conversation about his life, one shaped profoundly by faith, service, and leadership. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's progress. Hosted by Charles Kojo Vandyck, Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change. Disclaimer: “The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the guest’s own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the host. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only”.

    52 min
  5. How the Development Expertise Center is Impacting Ethiopia’s Remote Communities

    12/04/2025

    How the Development Expertise Center is Impacting Ethiopia’s Remote Communities

    In Season 2 episode 15 of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Berhanu Demissie, Executive Director of the Development Expertise Center (DEC), Ethiopia, an organisation dedicated to empowering communities and driving change at the grassroots level about how the Center is impacting Ethiopia’s remote communities. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's progress. This podcast is a unique space where diverse perspectives are welcomed and valued, creating a safe environment for alternative viewpoints. Hosted by Charles Kojo Vandyck, Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change. Disclaimer: “The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the guest’s own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the host. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only”. Contact: Berhanu via https://www.facebook.com/berhanu.demissie.55633

    26 min
  6. Leading with Consistency in a World of Shifting Tides

    11/20/2025

    Leading with Consistency in a World of Shifting Tides

    Welcome listeners, to Season 2 of Charles Speaks on Alternative Convos. This episode is titled “ Leading with Consistency in a World of Shifting Tides” Recently, I published a book titled The Art and Science of Consistent Leadership: Steady Steps to Extraordinary Impact. In today’s episode, we are diving into Chapter 7 of the book. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change. 📍 Grab your copy now! 🇬🇭 Ghana: Call/WhatsApp me on +233 264 128 605 – GHC 200 (excluding delivery) 🇺🇸 US: Paperback on Amazon 🌍 Other African Countries: Get the eBook (Kindle) here 👉 https://www.amazon.com/Art-Science-Consistent-Leadership-Extraordinary-ebook/dp/B0F2MYVRCF/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0 🇬🇧🇫🇷🇮🇹🇩🇪🇯🇵🇮🇳🇲🇽🇪🇸 & more: Search "The Art and Science of Consistent Leadership" on your local Amazon store. Let us lead better, together!

    9 min
  7. Power, Succession, and the People’s Voice

    11/05/2025

    Power, Succession, and the People’s Voice

    Welcome, listeners, to a Special Edition of Charles Speaks on Alternative Convos. Today’s episode is titled "Power, Succession, and the People’s Voice". We are taking a look at democracy in Africa, what it looks like today, how it is changing, and where it might go next. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change.

    12 min
  8. WACSI: Two Decades of Resilience

    10/23/2025

    WACSI: Two Decades of Resilience

    Welcome, dear listeners, to a Special Edition of Charles Speaks on Alternative Convos. Today’s episode is beautifully titled “WACSI: Two Decades of Resilience.” This spoken word performance is a heartfelt tribute to the 20th Anniversary Celebration of the West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI), a beacon of hope, courage, and transformation across our region. Thank you, WACSI, for twenty remarkable years of empowering changemakers, amplifying voices, and strengthening civil society. And thank you for giving me this platform, not just to speak, but to serve humanity through words, purpose, and passion. So, sit back, listen closely, and journey with me as we celebrate resilience, impact, and the spirit of WACSI. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change.

    5 min
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