The Untamed Section w/ Eric Khay

Eric Khay

Africans in the UK are building careers, businesses and new lives, but the reality of living abroad is often very different from the dream. The Untamed Section brings honest conversations with Africans across the diaspora, exploring life in the UK, immigration, careers, money, business, identity, returning to Africa and the real experiences shaping Africans abroad. New episodes every Monday. Subscribe for weekly conversations on Africans in the UK, the African diaspora, UK immigration, wealth building, career growth and life abroad.

Episodes

  1. Jul 1

    Should Africans Still Move to the UK? | Daniel Agbetorwoka

    After nearly four decades in Britain, entrepreneur, author and founder of Diaspora African Success, Daniel Agbetorworker, says his answer is no. In this conversation, Daniel explains why he believes Africa now offers greater opportunities for wealth creation than many people realise, why selling your time can never make you wealthy, and why immigrants should come to the UK with a clear plan instead of settling indefinitely. We also discuss the biggest financial mistakes Africans make after moving abroad, the importance of mentorship, building businesses instead of relying on employment, and how to use life in the UK as a stepping stone rather than a destination. Whether you're already living abroad, planning to relocate, or thinking about returning home, this episode offers a different perspective on migration, wealth and long-term success. In this episode: • Why Daniel says he wouldn't move to the UK again today • Is the "UK dream" still alive? • Why Africa is becoming a land of opportunity • The biggest mistakes Africans make after relocating • Why you can't become wealthy by selling your time • Building businesses and investing back home • The importance of mentorship, planning and acquiring skills • How to use your time abroad to create long-term wealth Guest: Daniel Agbetorworker Founder of Diaspora African Success and author of The Diaspora Gold Mine Principle, Daniel helps Africans in the diaspora build wealth, develop profitable side hustles and invest safely back home.

    Should Africans Still Move to the UK? | Daniel Agbetorwoka

  2. Mar 2

    Your Family Wasn't Random – Here's What Your Soul Decided | Soul Contracts, Akashic Records w/ Nimesh Radia

    I sit down with Nimesh Radia — spiritual mentor and host of Spiritual Journey - Path To Awakening. We explore the idea of #soulcontracts — the belief that our souls may choose certain experiences, challenges, and relationships before we are born. What does it mean to believe your struggles were agreed upon? How does that change the way someone sees pain, purpose, and personal responsibility? And what happens to the idea of “random” when you believe nothing is accidental? This episode dives into how one person understands reality — and what that belief system changes about the way he lives.

    Your Family Wasn't Random – Here's What Your Soul Decided | Soul Contracts, Akashic Records w/ Nimesh Radia

  3. Feb 8

    From Arabic School To Jesus, The Mind Blowing Healing That Changed Everything

    Can a physical sickness actually be a spiritual war? For Bolaji, a man raised in a devout Muslim household for over 30 years, the answer came in the form of an excruciating, unexplained pain that nearly cost him his life. In this gripping episode of The Untamed Section, Bolaji shares his incredible testimony of transition, healing, and breaking the generational chains that were holding his destiny hostage.

    From Arabic School To Jesus, The Mind Blowing Healing That Changed Everything

  4. Feb 3

    The Architecture of Space (spirits, portals, & energetic influence) w/ Shani

    Your space. Not the aesthetic. Not the vibes. The actual energy, layout, and what your environment is quietly doing to your focus, confidence, money, and momentum. We break down Feng Shui as a practical framework and go into the real stuff people don’t say out loud. How your front door can block opportunities. Why some homes feel heavy for no reason. How clutter, old arguments, and even other people’s energy can stay in a space and start influencing how you think and act. We also talk about the idea of spaces being portals, how offices can be set up to change harmony and productivity, why some places create “leaks” in money and energy, and what to do before moving into a new home or opening a business space. If you’ve been feeling unusually tired in your own room, unfocused in your workspace, or like life is not moving the way it should, this episode will hit. Shani also shares one of her wildest client stories, plus a simple tip you can use immediately to stop bringing outside stress into your home. Guest: Shani, Roots and Riches Interiors

    The Architecture of Space (spirits, portals, & energetic influence) w/ Shani

  5. Feb 3

    Most People Mess This Up: The Financial Moves That Matter In Your 30s

    Most people enter their 30s thinking they have time. That assumption is where things quietly go wrong. In this episode, we break down the financial moves that actually matter in your 30s and the ones people usually ignore until it’s too late. We talk about money habits, decision making, delayed consequences, and how small choices compound over time. This conversation is not about flashy success or overnight wins. It’s about clarity, discipline, and understanding how to position yourself for stability and freedom as life gets more demanding. If you’re in your 30s or approaching it and you want to make smarter financial decisions without noise or hype, this episode will give you perspective. Money management, financial discipline, how to build wealth

    Most People Mess This Up: The Financial Moves That Matter In Your 30s

  6. Jan 14

    How Colonial Conditioning Still Controls Africans’ Self-Worth Today

    Episode Description Are you still mentally colonized? In this episode, we tackle the "African Inferiority Complex" head-on. We discuss why so many Africans in the diaspora feel the need to shrink themselves, change their names, and fake accents just to survive in white spaces. From the childhood trauma of worshipping white visitors in schools to the embarrassment of "Lunchbox Shame" at the office, Eric and Solomon break down how deep the conditioning goes and why true freedom starts with being yourself. Key Takeaways The "White God" Syndrome: How our school systems conditioned us to see white people as superior.The Name Game: Why you need to stop shortening your name to "Dom" or "Mo" for your colleagues' comfort.The Fake Accent Epidemic: Why faking a British/American accent makes you look insecure rather than assimilated.The Job Market Fear: Why over-qualified Africans apply for low-paying jobs out of fear of competition.Food Shaming: Why we are terrified to eat African food in corporate spaces.

    How Colonial Conditioning Still Controls Africans’ Self-Worth Today

  7. Jan 4

    Why You’re Broke: The "Soft Life" Scam & The Wedding Loan Trap

    Are you trading your real happiness for Instagram likes? In this episode, we expose the brutal truth about the "Soft Life" and why so many of us are going broke just to impress people who don't even care. We dive deep into the concept of "Outside Gentility, Home Cry"—looking rich in public while suffering in private. From the stupidity of taking out loans for weddings to the "White Collar" poverty trap where graduates refuse well-paying "dirty jobs" for the prestige of a suit, we break down why chasing status is ruining your mental health. If you’ve ever felt inadequate while scrolling social media, or felt pressured to make financial decisions just to "keep up," this episode is the reality check you need. Key Takeaways The Status Trap: Why we choose partners and jobs based on how they look to others, rather than how they make us feel.Wedding Debt: Why taking a loan for a wedding is one of the worst financial decisions you can make.The "Dirty Job" Stigma: Why many graduates stay unemployed rather than take lucrative trade jobs.Social Media vs. Reality: How to stop comparing your "raw footage" to everyone else's "highlight reel."

    Why You’re Broke: The "Soft Life" Scam & The Wedding Loan Trap

  8. 12/13/2025

    UK Visa Sponsorship Nightmare: How Employers Shortchange Migrants

    Many migrants come to the UK with dreams of a better life — but the reality is often far from what they expected. In this episode, we uncover the hidden challenges of UK visa sponsorship: revoked licenses, employers paying only half of salaries, and the bureaucratic hurdles that leave many workers stranded. Tune in to hear real stories, expert insights, and practical tips for navigating UK visa sponsorship safely.

    UK Visa Sponsorship Nightmare: How Employers Shortchange Migrants
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Africans in the UK are building careers, businesses and new lives, but the reality of living abroad is often very different from the dream. The Untamed Section brings honest conversations with Africans across the diaspora, exploring life in the UK, immigration, careers, money, business, identity, returning to Africa and the real experiences shaping Africans abroad. New episodes every Monday. Subscribe for weekly conversations on Africans in the UK, the African diaspora, UK immigration, wealth building, career growth and life abroad.

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