Why Uganda?

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Why Uganda?™️ is a podcast mini-series created by Josie Fomé that explores the cultural nuances of living in Uganda as a Cameroonian-Canadian. Yapping along with her are two dear friends, Agatha Christie Akello and Karane Tuhirirwe, who bring a unique local perspective. The series touches on friendship, education, mental health, Kampala men 🤭 and Kampala women 😮‍💨 (and more) from both a local and foreigner’s perspective. Ultimately, answering the question of Why Uganda?™️ is the place to be.

Episódios

  1. 18/10/2025 ·  Bônus

    "That's A Wrap" - The Goodbye Episode

    Thank you for listening to this limited series - it was all for YOU. Thank you for tuning in weekly as Josie, Agatha, and Karane gathered alongside various guests to discuss navigating life in Uganda from both a local and foreigner perspective. We hope you enjoyed this limited series amplifying Ugandan culture, dispelling some myths about Africa, and contributing to the overall, more wholistic, narrative of the continent as a whole. Continue the conversation by following Josie, Agatha, and Karane on their socials: Josie: ⁠⁠⁠@heyitsjozee⁠⁠⁠ (everywhere) Agatha: ⁠⁠⁠@akellosworld⁠⁠⁠ (everywhere) Karane: ⁠⁠⁠@the_afande⁠⁠⁠ (Twitter/X)

  2. 17/10/2025

    A Kenyan, A Ugandan, & A Cameroonian - The Culture Shock Episode

    Travelling is a privilege and an honour, yes...but it will SHOCK you eh eh. Join Josie, Agatha, and Karane and their Kenyan guest as they discuss what was shocking about Uganda (as a Canadian and Kenyan) - such as the food - and what was shocking about engaging with Canadians (as Ugandans) - such as how easily they fall in love 😅. ================================= Thank you for tuning in weekly as Josie, Agatha, and Karane gathered alongside various guests to discuss navigating life in Uganda from both a local and foreigner perspective. We hope you enjoyed this limited series amplifying Ugandan culture, dispelling some myths about Africa, and contributing to the overall, more wholistic, narrative of the continent as a whole. Go follow Josie, Agatha, and Karane on their socials: Josie: ⁠⁠@heyitsjozee⁠⁠ (everywhere) Agatha: ⁠⁠@akellosworld⁠⁠ (everywhere) Karane: ⁠⁠@the_afande⁠⁠ (Twitter/X)

  3. 10/10/2025

    Was University a Scam? - The Education Episode

    African parents value education so highly no matter where you are in the world...but is university actually a scam? Josie, Agatha, and Karane gist about what their education journey has been like, what they thought they were going to be as an adult and what they actually became, where they are now post grad and as fully fledged young adults. ================================= Tune in weekly as Josie, Agatha, and Karane gather alongside various guests to discuss navigating life in Uganda from both a local and foreigner perspective. Follow Josie, Agatha, and Karane on their socials: Josie: ⁠⁠⁠@heyitsjozee⁠⁠⁠ (everywhere) Agatha: ⁠⁠⁠@akellosworld⁠⁠⁠ (everywhere) Karane: ⁠⁠⁠@the_afande⁠⁠⁠ (Twitter/X)

  4. 03/10/2025

    "Passport Privilege is Real" - The Travel Episode

    Like it or not, the color of your passport says alot about the life you've been able to live thus far. So let's talk about it. This episode, Josie, Agatha, and Karane are joined with Eshban and Oswan to discuss passport privilege. All of these borders are made up and yet they hold so much power to the point of dehumanizing the better part of the world.. ================================= Tune in weekly as Josie, Agatha, and Karane gather alongside various guests to discuss navigating life in Uganda from both a local and foreigner perspective. Follow Josie, Agatha, and Karane on their socials: Josie: ⁠⁠@heyitsjozee⁠⁠ (everywhere) Agatha: ⁠⁠@akellosworld⁠⁠ (everywhere) Karane: ⁠⁠@the_afande⁠⁠ (Twitter/X)

  5. 26/09/2025

    "Can We Talk" - The Mental Health Episode

    "I don't want to die with everything still in me" This week, Josie and Agatha are joined with Jill Akanshumbusha and together these ladies share the highs and lows of how navigating Kampala has affected their mental health (for the good and the bad). One tool that was shared in this episode is a deck of cards that facilitates connections through conversation. Check them out here and start changing the conversations in your little corner of the world: Can We Talk. ================================= Tune in weekly as Josie, Agatha, and Karane gather alongside various guests to discuss navigating life in Uganda from both a local and foreigner perspective. Follow Josie, Agatha, and Karane on their socials: Josie: ⁠@heyitsjozee⁠ (everywhere) Agatha: ⁠@akellosworld⁠ (everywhere) Karane: ⁠@the_afande⁠ (Twitter/X)

  6. 19/09/2025

    "Money Bags Jo" - The Friendship Episode

    Is it hard making friends in Kampala? Josie, Agatha, and Karane go deeper into why they became friends and how they've maintained that friendship even with the long distance. They also talk about the role of money in friendships, friendship red and green flags, and how far Agatha and Karane have come over the last 6 years. ================================= Tune in weekly as Josie, Agatha, and Karane gather alongside various guests to discuss navigating life in Uganda from both a local and foreigner perspective. Follow Josie, Agatha, and Karane on their socials: Josie: @heyitsjozee (everywhere) Agatha: @akellosworld (everywhere) Karane: @the_afande (Twitter/X)

  7. 12/09/2025

    "Talking to Your Demons" - The Religion Episode

    Kampala streets are empty on Wednesdays for a very specific reason. This episode delves into why that is, as well as what it was like for Agatha and Karane growing up religious in Uganda, why Quebec hates the Catholic church, and if it's possible to talk to demons. I would expect nothing less for our religion episode. If all that wasn't enough, we're also joined with our very first GUEST in this episode. You're in for a treat. ================================= Tune in weekly as Josie, Agatha, and Karane gather alongside various guests to discuss navigating life in Uganda from both a local and foreigner perspective. Follow Josie, Agatha, and Karane on their socials: Josie: @heyitsjozee (everywhere) Agatha: @akellosworld (everywhere) Karane: @the_afande (Twitter/X)

  8. 05/09/2025

    "Matooke & Poutine" - The Food Episode

    One thing is sure, Ugandans feel strongly about BEANS!! This episode, Josie, Agatha and Karane dive deep into the minefield that is enjoying (or disliking) food from other cultures. From the struggles of growing up in boarding school and being forced to eat beans to the ease that street food brings. The trio discusses West African vs. East African food and how, ultimately, no matter the region, food will continue to successfully bring everyone together. ================================= Tune in weekly as they gather alongside various guests to discuss navigating life in Uganda from both a local and foreigner perspective. Follow Josie, Agatha, and Karane on their socials: Josie: @heyitsjozee (everywhere) Agatha: @akellosworld (everywhere) Karane: @the_afande (Twitter/X)

  9. 29/08/2025

    Why Uganda? -- Where it all began

    Josie, Agatha, and Karane open up the season reminiscing about what brought them all together over 6 years ago and how their friendship has grown since. ================================ Tune in weekly as they gather alongside various guests to discuss navigating life in Uganda from both a local and foreigner perspective. Follow Josie, Agatha, and Karane on their socials: Josie: @heyitsjozee (everywhere) Agatha: @akellosworld (everywhere) Karane: @the_afande (Twitter/X)

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Sobre

Why Uganda?™️ is a podcast mini-series created by Josie Fomé that explores the cultural nuances of living in Uganda as a Cameroonian-Canadian. Yapping along with her are two dear friends, Agatha Christie Akello and Karane Tuhirirwe, who bring a unique local perspective. The series touches on friendship, education, mental health, Kampala men 🤭 and Kampala women 😮‍💨 (and more) from both a local and foreigner’s perspective. Ultimately, answering the question of Why Uganda?™️ is the place to be.

Informações

  • Criado por
    Josie
  • Anos de atividade
    2025
  • Episódios
    9
  • Classificação
    Livre
  • Copyright
    © Josie
  • Site do podcast
    Why Uganda?