Chale, There Has To Be More

Queen Nyemekye
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Hi, I’m Queen —a Ghanaian navigating life here in America. You know that one friend you only call twice a year? The one where you have a fun, slightly chaotic, hour-long talk and end up feeling totally inspired and refreshed? That’s exactly what this is. If you’re like me and want more than the ordinary—let’s talk.

Episodes

  1. Sep 27

    From Girl to Woman: What's the secret sauce? ft Lady Brigitte

    From Girl to Woman: Purpose, Identity in Christ, and Emotional Maturity I welcome my mentor and “big sister,” Lady Bridget (a pastor, lawyer, wife, and mother in Canada), and we talk about what it means to grow from girl to woman as a child of God. She describes girlhood as living under protection and authority, while womanhood is developing purpose, spiritual conviction, and launching into God’s assignment, using Esther in the Bible as an example. We discuss how maturity isn’t defined by age, marriage, or children but by knowing my worth in Christ, resisting manipulation, and not basing identity on jobs or relationship status. For single women, she advises keeping emotions in check to hear God, relying on Scripture and prayer, seeking healthy mentorship, and staying in the right circles. We also talk about filtering societal expectations and naysayers while still valuing structure, and she encourages immigrant girls who feel “different” to seek God’s definition of who they are and dream big. 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 00:42 How We First Met 02:22 Girl to Woman Question 03:51 Purpose and God’s Leading 07:00 Esther Bible Example 09:48 Identity and Self Worth 13:47 Relationships and Breakups 16:49 Singlehood Without Idolatry 18:59 Emotional Maturity Tools 22:20 Mentors and Right Circles 26:49 Podcast Theme There’s More 27:17 Breaking Past Limits 28:23 Society Rules and Mentors 31:21 Filter Voices and Naysayers 36:06 Build Quietly Stay Faithful 38:12 Stubbornness as Faith 40:36 Advice for Immigrant Girls 42:36 Dream Big Different Is Special 45:41 Charlie There Has To Be 48:09 Rapid Fire Fun Questions 50:39 Sunday School Memories 52:12 Closing Thanks and Signoff Chale, what do you think about this episode? Any new lessons?😁

  2. Aug 30

    Chale, Let's Get Spiritual (and Laugh a Little) ft Andrew and Aaron

    Christian Culture Shocks, Community, and Modern-Day Idols: Staying Intentional in Faith In today's episode, I welcome Andrew Okai and Aaron Overfors to discuss being intentional, faithful adult Christians from African and American perspectives. We share faith journeys shaped by Christian homes, personal moments of surrender, and gospel-centered community. We explore “Christian shocks” in U.S. churches, especially differences in prayer style and leadership humility, and highlight the value of small-group community. We identify modern-day idolatry as anything replacing God—especially control. We talk about it means to go deep in God.  Songs shared:  Travis Greene The AnthemnNewsboys JoyTwila Paris God is in control Chale, what do you think about this episode? Any new lessons?😁

  3. Jul 31

    5:35AM Ramblings: My Laughs & Lessons at Dawn

    No Guest, Just Me: Quick Lessons on Faith and Growth. I record an early-morning solo episode of “Chale There Has To Be More”. I share a condensed list of quotes and lessons I’ve collected from pastors, mentors, books, podcasts, interviews and life.  Let me know your favorite one! Enjoy! Chale, what do you think about this episode? Any new lessons?😁

  4. Jun 26

    From Ghana to Lesotho: A Biomedical Engineer's Story (Guest: Daniel)

    From Biomedical Engineering to Public Health Impact: Daniel’s Career Journey from Ghana to Lesotho I host my former mentor Daniel, a Ghanaian biomedical engineer currently in Lesotho, to discuss career, impact, and personal growth. Daniel explains choosing biomedical engineering over medicine due to an interest in improving health beyond conventional treatment, later adding nutrition and fitness certifications. After national service as a teaching assistant, he worked from 2017–2023 in a biomedical equipment firm handling hospital construction, installations, training, maintenance, and business development, including supporting equipment used in a conjoined-twins separation. Seeking broader impact, he intentionally transitioned into the nonprofit/public health space, filling skill gaps with courses and moving to Lesotho for a technical-public health role focused on liquid oxygen systems, later pursuing a remote UK MPH while working. We discuss cultural adjustments, honest interviewing, imposter syndrome as a driver for growth, avoiding comparison, staying open-minded, managing energy through exercise and family, and exploring interests beyond career, including modeling and photography. Chale, what do you think about this episode? Any new lessons?😁

  5. May 10

    Ep4: So About Ghana Pt2 (ft UncleSam and BenO)

    "Chale, There Has to Be More" | Ghana at 69 — Present & Future (Part 2) We're back with Part 2 of our Ghana conversation! In this episode, we continue with UncleSam and BenO as we move from Ghana's past into its present realities and future possibilities. We talk about why there is still reason to hope — from young Ghanaians groping in the dark who just need someone to switch on the light, to the power of the diaspora reconnecting with home. BenO shares the story behind the Nkrani Initiative, a collaborative effort to crowdsource diaspora expertise to solve local problems in Ghana. UncleSam reminds us that change doesn't start with big solutions — it starts with brightening your corner. We also get into what it looks like for Christians to be actively involved in nation-building beyond the four walls of the church, and we close out with a rapid fire round featuring our favorite Ghanaians and songs that speak to the Ghana story. Key takeaways: Ghana's youth are not lazy — they're groping in the dark, waiting for someone to switch on the lightThe diaspora has historically been a spark for change in Ghana — and that's still true today"Brighten your corner" — change starts with you, your workplace, your communityChristians are called to be salt and light — not just on SundaysCharlie, there has to be more selflessness, more lights switched on, and more chances givenIf you haven't listened to Part 1, go back and catch it first! Chale, what do you think about this episode? Any new lessons?😁

  6. Apr 6

    Ep3: So About Ghana Pt1 (ft UncleSam and BenO)

    In today's episode, I bring in a couple of fellow Ghanaians to talk about Ghana. We reminisce on the journey of Ghana and what the horizon looks like in the future. We talk about how Ghanaians at home and the diaspora can collaborate to build a stronger Ghana. We laugh and we reflect. The passion and love for Ghana comes through the episode and I hope you are encouraged to brighten the corner where you are and be involved. We are all involved! Enjoy! Chale, what do you think about this episode? Any new lessons?😁

  7. Feb 25

    Kumasi Roots and US Dreams: A Journey with Ben

    Roots in Kumasi, Faith in America: Ben on Community, Discipline, and ‘There Has to Be More’ I chat Benjamin Amankwah (“Ben”), a church “big brother,” about learning selflessness from home and church, encountering God young, and how church discipline, deep Sunday school teaching, strong mentors (including Maa Grace and others), and a motivating peer community shaped his faith and academics, including improved school performance after prioritizing church and study. Ben describes learning keyboard through multiple mentors, his initial lack of desire to travel, working in Ghana’s telecom sector, then moving to the U.S. for school, facing airport delays, winter, sickness, and restarting life while adjusting to structure and accountability. He advises young Christians to dream big, build a strong spiritual foundation before traveling, stay rooted in prayer, worship, and Bible study, and seek godly people and environments, then shares a 2026 focus on prayer and worship and the idea of “more of God.” Chale, what do you think about this episode? Any new lessons?😁

  8. Jan 19

    Episode 1: More and More with my friends, Maame and Togodui

    Chale, There Has to Be More: Growth Mindsets, Habits, and Adulting in America I launch my podcast “Chale, There Has to Be More” and welcome my first guests—Maame, who just finished a PhD in biomedical engineering, and Togo, two longtime friends from Ghana who came to the U.S. around the same time as me and share a growth mindset. We talk about why this podcast fits who we’ve become, how reading and audiobooks (Purpose Driven Life, Atomic Habits, The Alchemist) and motivational voices have shaped us, and how consistency builds habits like working out and boxing. We reflect on childhood moments that sparked big dreams, what adulting in America has taught us about responsibility and bills, and mindset shifts we’ve had to make—believing more is possible, developing emotional intelligence, learning to say no, preparing well, and not comparing ourselves. Throughout, we connect purpose, impact, and faith in God and the Holy Spirit to perseverance and growth, then close with quick-fire questions and gratitude. Chale, what do you think about this episode? Any new lessons?😁

  • 8 Episodes

About

Hi, I’m Queen —a Ghanaian navigating life here in America. You know that one friend you only call twice a year? The one where you have a fun, slightly chaotic, hour-long talk and end up feeling totally inspired and refreshed? That’s exactly what this is. If you’re like me and want more than the ordinary—let’s talk.

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  • Creator
    Queen Nyemekye
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Chale, There Has To Be More
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