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My Planet Self
by Benedicta Agyemang-Brantuo
Planet Self is a personal growth and purpose-driven podcast hosted by Benedicta, where ambition, self-reflection, and real-life lessons intersect. Through honest storytelling and lived experience, the podcast explores topics such as medical school admissions, transitioning into medical training, academic pressure, identity, discipline, and personal growth.Each episode blends reflection with insight . Planet Self is for students, high-achievers, creatives, and anyone navigating purpose, uncertainty, and growth — especially those learning how to evolve without losing themselves.
Episodes
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Ep 20: Growing Up Ghanaian: Childhood Memories & Nostalgia ft. Richard Bonsu
What happens when two childhood friends sit down and start reminiscing? 😂 In this episode of My Planet Self, I’m joined by my childhood friend Richard Bonsu as we take a trip down memory lane and talk about what it was like growing up in Ghana together. We revisit childhood memories, school…
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Ep 19: How I Plan to Study in Medical School | My M1 Study Strategy
I start medical school TOMORROW—and after years of figuring out how to get into medical school, now I have to figure out how to actually study in it. 😭 In this episode of My Planet Self, I’m sharing my M1 study plan before I’ve even stepped into my first official class. From Anki and practice...
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Ep 18: Nobody Prepares You for the Life You Prayed For
What happens when you finally get the life you prayed for… and realize that it’s still hard? In this episode, “Nobody Prepares You for the Life You Prayed For,” I’m talking about the emotional side of achieving your dreams, entering new seasons of life, and realizing that answered prayers can…
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Ep 17: How to Ace your Secondary Essay Applications as a Pre-med
Applying to medical school this cycle? Your secondary essays could be the deciding factor between receiving an interview invitation and getting lost in the applicant pool. In this episode, I break down everything I learned throughout the medical school application process and share the exact...
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Ep 16: From Adversity to Purpose: A raw conversation about Resilience and Growth| ft. Kofi Adom
What does it really take to overcome adversity and keep moving forward? In this powerful episode of the My Planet Self Podcast, I sit down with Kofi Adom for an honest and vulnerable conversation about resilience, personal growth, purpose, and overcoming life’s toughest challenges. Together, we...
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Ep 15: The World Cup Proved It’s Not How You Start—It’s How You Finish
This World Cup has had me thinking about so much more than football. Watching teams overcome setbacks, prove doubters wrong, and fight until the very last whistle reminded me of something I’ve been learning in my own life: it’s not how you start—it’s how you finish. As someone who’s navigated...
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Ep 14: How to Attend Major Conferences on a Budget as a Premed or Medical Student
Want to know how to attend conferences for free or on a budget? In this episode, I share the best conference travel tips, budget travel strategies, and networking hacks to help students, entrepreneurs, creators, and professionals attend more conferences without overspending. Whether you’re trying...
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The Calm Before Med School: Traveling the World & Big Life Updates
medical school in August while making the most of my time by traveling across Europe, Africa, and beyond. From the medical school application journey and getting accepted, to planning international adventures before classes begin, I’m taking you behind the scenes of this exciting transition.…
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Ep 12: The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck — Key Lessons That Actually Change Your Life
In this episode, I break down The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson — so you don’t have to read it yourself. This isn’t your typical self-help book. Instead of telling you to “think positive,” this book challenges everything we’ve been taught about happiness, success, and caring too...
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Ep 11: What Actually Got Me Into Medical School (It Wasn’t the MCAT Score)
Getting into medical school is often reduced to one thing: the MCAT. But the truth is, that’s not what got me accepted. In this episode, I break down what actually got me into medical school and why my MCAT score was not the deciding factor. I walk through the real components of a successful...
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Ep 10: 2025 Didn’t Go as Planned: My Biggest Failures and the Lessons That Changed Me
2025 taught me a lot — mostly through the things I didn’t do well. In this honest and reflective episode, I open up about my biggest failures of 2025 and the lessons I’m carrying into the next season of my life. From not reading as many books as I planned, to struggling with consistency in…
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Ep 9: Everything I Accomplished in 2025: Goals, Growth & Gratitude
In this episode, I reflect on my 2025 accomplishments, lessons learned, and the growth that came from choosing consistency over fear. This year stretched me in ways I didn’t expect—but it also reminded me that failure is not the end of the story. I talk openly about retaking the MCAT after…
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Ep 8: Stop Playing Small: Why Growth Requires Risk (Even When Others Don’t Get It)
In this episode, I talk about how growth can make people uncomfortable—not because you’re doing something wrong, but because you’re doing something unexpected. Sometimes it’s not enough for others that you’re content; it’s almost as if they want you to stay average, familiar, and non-threatening.…
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Ep 7: Inside My Startup Journey: Early Challenges Building Handi as a First-Time Founder
In this episode, I take you inside the real and unfiltered journey of building Handi, my tech startup designed to support older adults with daily digital tasks. After speaking with investors, advisors, and founders, I definitely learned things I wasn't expecting - from productmarket fit concerns…
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Ep 6: Why You Must Embrace the "Cringe" to Succeed (ft. Sonia Uche Recap)
It is terrifying to put yourself out there. Whether it's content creation, art, or a new business, the fear of embarrassment is real. But what if we looked at that fear differently? Join me as I explore the courage it takes to be "seen," using the story of Amarachi (played by Sonia Uche) as our...
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Ep 5: Med School Application Anxiety: How to Stay Sane While You Wait
Waiting for medical school decisions can be one of the most stressful parts of the application process. In this episode, I share practical strategies on how to survive long med school wait times, manage anxiety, stay productive, and avoid burnout during the AMCAS/AACOMAS cycle. Whether you’re...
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Ep. 4: Study Smarter, Not Harder: My MCAT Resource Breakdown
Feeling overwhelmed by the endless list of MCAT resources? You're not alone. The key isn't to use every book and question bank-it's to study smarter, not harder. In this episode, I'm giving you a complete breakdown of the exact resources I used to tackle the MCAT. We'll cover: • My "must-have"...
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Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing Now? Here are my thoughts.
Dive into the viral internet debate that has everyone talking: Is having a boyfriend embarrassing now? This isn't just a funny TikTok trend; it’s a cultural shift. We’re breaking down the Vogue article and the real reasons behind the Gen Zand millennial move away from public coupledom. Is it…
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What I wish I knew about the MCAT | My Study Strategy, mistakes, and What I'd do differently.
In this episode, I’m sharing what I wish I knew before taking the MCAT — from study strategies that actually worked to mistakes I’d never repeat. Whether you’re just starting or retaking the exam, this is a real and honest breakdown of what helped me stay consistent, what didn’t, and what I’d do...
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Life Update: MCAT Tips, AMCAS Application cycle debrief, and Business Endeavor
Struggling with MCAT prep or feeling overwhelmed by the AMCAS application cycle? This episode is for you. Join me for a massive life update where I share my hard-earned MCAT tips and provide a candid debrief of the entire AMCAS application process. I'm breaking down my study strategies, what I…
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24 hours in Paris
Hello Everyone! I hope you all enjoy me talking about my time in Paris
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Fear: The hostile Friend
Explore a thought-provoking podcast that delves deep into the intricate web of human emotions, focusing on the enigmatic realm of fear. Join us as we unravel the complexities of fear, examining its influence on our thoughts, behaviors, and life choices. Through captivating stories, expert...
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Navigating A Foreign Land with Special Guest, Sonma
In this podcast episode, Podcast host, Benedicta sits with a fellow immigrant and an international student, Sonma, about her journey and her experience so far. Sonma talks about her life experiences and things she wish she knew. Enjoy the podcast 🥰. This is the link of Sonma's podcast page:...
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A Blessing
In this episode, Benedicta shares a brief story about herself and what she learnt from what was supposed to be a tragedy for her family. Please listen to the episode and enjoy. Follow the podcast instagram page: @myplanetselfpodcast.
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Introductory Episode
In this introductory episode, Benedicta shares the main idea behind this podcast and the future of this podcast. If you enjoy this podcast, share it with your friends and leave a review. Follow Benedicta on IG @brehyia. HAPPY LISTENING.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Planet Self is a personal growth and purpose-driven podcast hosted by Benedicta, where ambition, self-reflection, and real-life lessons intersect. Through honest storytelling and lived experience, the podcast explores topics such as medical school admissions, transitioning into medical training, academic pressure, identity, discipline, and personal growth.Each episode blends reflection with insight . Planet Self is for students, high-achievers, creatives, and anyone navigating purpose, uncertainty, and growth — especially those learning how to evolve without losing themselves.
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Benedicta Agyemang-Brantuo
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My Planet Self currently has 25 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
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Planet Self is a personal growth and purpose-driven podcast hosted by Benedicta, where ambition, self-reflection, and real-life lessons intersect. Through honest storytelling and lived experience, the podcast explores topics such as medical school admissions, transitioning into medical training,...
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My Planet Self is created and hosted by Benedicta Agyemang-Brantuo.
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