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Unscripted with Raygan
by Reagan Marfo
AFRICA'S LEADING ENTREPRENEUR & CREATOR PODCASTWe dive deep with Africa's entrepreneurs, creators, and innovators to uncover the journeys behind their success, the challenges, wins, and practical lessons you won't hear anywhere else to help YOU SUCCEED!Across business, technology, design, finance, engineering, the arts, fashion, and more, Raygan explores the minds of extraordinary individuals, creators, change-makers, and leaders alike—with one aim: to inspire and empower our audience by sharing real experiences, challenges, and lessons learned.
Episodes
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Stop Undercharging for Your Work. It Could Cost You More Later
What would you do if someone offered you 100 Bitcoin before the world understood its value and you turned it down? In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sit down with a futurist, speaker, pastor, and entrepreneur to speak about the missed opportunities, hard lessons, and bold decisions…
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The Former McDonald’s Worker Who Now Owns 3 Restaurants in the McDonald’s Franchise
What does it really take to build a successful business? In this episode, Joey takes us through the journey that took him from working at McDonald’s and cleaning tables to building businesses, becoming a McDonald’s franchisee, and now running three restaurants. But this conversation goes far…
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No One Is An Overnight Success | An Exclusive Interview With Eric Gugua
What does it really take to build something meaningful? Eric Gugua is no longer simply trying to find his place in the world. After years of exploring photography, filmmaking, content creation, technology, business, and different creative pursuits, he has reached a point where his work is...
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She Quit Her Job to Build a School, Then Almost Ran Out of Money | The Story of Penelope Brooke
What if some of the skills Ghana needs most are the very ones young people are least interested in pursuing? In this conversation, Penelope, founder of the African Center for Technical Training (ACTT), talks about the perception problem surrounding technical and vocational careers in Ghana....
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Ghana Has a Narrow View of Gospel Music | Kyei Mensah
In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, Kyei Mensah takes us behind the scenes of his journey as a musician and into the business of music. We talk about how his journey started, growing up around music, his experiences with awards and recognition, and the lessons he has learned along the way....
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The Biggest Money Mistakes Ghanaians Are Making Right Now
You don't need to be rich to start investing. But you do need to understand what you're putting your money into. In this conversation, Seyram Aku Ofori-Atta Ndinya and Mimi Anane-Appiah from Investment Friends break down investing in simple terms and answer some of the questions many Ghanaians…
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She Wanted To Be A Fashion Designer, Then She Became One of Ghana’s Youngest Doctors | Dr. Vanessa
Dr. Vanessa Atikpui never planned to become a medical doctor. Growing up, her dream was to become a fashion designer. But as the only daughter of a father who was already a medical professional, she found herself being nurtured into medicine. She eventually studied medicine in China, navigated…
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One Salary is Not Enough to Build Wealth: Why You Need 3–5 Sources of Income
Your salary isn't the only thing that determines your financial future. In this conversation, we sit down with financial expert Desmond Bredu to talk about the money skills most of us were never taught and how to actually start building wealth with what you have. From earning and budgeting to...
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How to Become a Better Communicator (1-Hour Masterclass) | Mr. Dei
Most people think great communicators are born that way. However, Mr. Dei disagrees. In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, Ghana's renowned professional MC, communications trainer, and marketing strategist, Mr. Dei shares the lessons that took him from a shy, timid child to hosting over 600...
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Scanty’s Journey to Being One of Ghana's Biggest Media Personalities
The man you know as Scanty wasn't always one of Ghana's biggest media personalities. In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, Scanty opens up about the journey that shaped him, from losing his father at a young age, navigating university life, and discovering purpose, to joining Kwadwo Sheldon...
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Should You Quit Your 9-5 To Become a Creator? | Nubuke
What does it really take to build a meaningful creative career? In this episode, Reagan sits down with Nubuke, a Ghanaian content creator, storyteller, and creative professional known for documenting everyday experiences with authenticity, curiosity, and intention. Through her work, she's built a...
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Watch This Before You Rent or Buy Land in Ghana
Ghana doesn't have a flooding problem; it has a mindset problem. In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sit down with the founder of Buz Stop Boys to explore the ideas behind one of Ghana's most impactful civic movements. While many know Buz Stop Boys for cleaning streets and drains, this...
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What Successful People Taught Us About Business, Content & Life
Over the past few months, here on the Unscripted with Raygan podcast, we've had conversations with founders, creators, storytellers, and experts who have shared practical lessons from their experiences. In this special episode, we're revisiting some of the most memorable insights and advice from...
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An Honest Analysis Of Ghana's Greatest World Cup Run - Yaw Ofosu.
Most Ghanaians can’t name three of Ghana's own Premier League clubs, but they know every team in England. How is that possible? In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sit down with Yaw Ofosu, one of Ghana's sharpest sports journalists, for a conversation that goes way past the scoreline.…
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Men Are Built to Make Something From Nothing
What does it actually mean to be a man in 2026?In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sit down with Kodzo Nyanyuie Doamekpor and Kwaku Ofori-Atta. We get into faith, purpose, vulnerability, and why so many men are quietly struggling in silence.In this conversation, we cover:1. What…
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Music is Not About Selling Songs Anymore | Ko-Jo Cue
What do purpose, pain, money, music, and survival have in common? In this episode, Ko-Jo Cue opens up like never before. From searching for meaning through religion, music, and life… to selling sneakers to fund studio sessions, navigating financial struggles, questioning morality, and building a...
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The Most Controversial Tech Bill in Ghana Right Now! | NITA BILL
Ghana's NITA Bill could change everything for tech professionals in this country, and most people have no idea it exists. This bill has sparked intense debate across Ghana’s tech ecosystem. Could developers, startups, freelancers, and ICT professionals be affected? Could regulation help bring...
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Instant Noodles Are Destroying Your Heart, A Dietitian’s Warning
What if everything you thought you knew about food was wrong? In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sit down with Nana Ama Dwamena, a registered dietician and founder of Diet with Dee, whose mission is to make nutrition accessible and relatable for everyone. She's worked in clinical...
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Why Traditional Media Is Dying in Ghana - Kafui Dey
What does a man with 30+ years in media know that most people don't?In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sit down with Kafui Dey - legendary Ghanaian broadcaster, former host of Who Wants to Be Rich?, and one of the most respected media voices in Ghana. From campus radio to GTV Breakfast...
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The Secret Behind Every Video You Can't Stop Watching
Shaun skipped university to pursue storytelling marketing. Two and a half years in, his videos on everyday objects have racked up millions of views across TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. His BIC pen video alone crossed 1 million views on Twitter and took him to 10K YouTube subscribers overnight.…
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The Mindset Shift That Turns Struggling Creators Into Successful Ones
He has spent the last decade educating people through his tech content. Here is the blueprint no one gave him. In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sit down with Dessy Ocean - one of Ghana's most recognized tech content creators. Desmond started creating tech content in university with...
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The Truth About Making Money as a Creator in Ghana | Alhaji Theozzy
He lost his YouTube channel in 2020, and today he has over 160K followers. Meet Alhaji Theozzy, one of Ghana's favourite food and lifestyle content creators. In this episode, we discuss his creator journey and how he built an audience from scratch, making money as a creator in Ghana, brand deals,...
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I Walked to Work With No Money and Slept in the Office | Erskine Whyte
What does it actually take to build a career in media when no one believes in you? Meet Erskine Amo Whyte, a radio broadcaster and entertainment entrepreneur with 12 years in Ghana's media industry. Known as 'Rev,' Erskine is one of YFM's most recognizable voices, but the story behind the name is...
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I Dropped Out of School to Chase my Dream | Mariam Owusu-Poku
What does it take to drop out in your third year, win a national crown, and build a life entirely on your own terms? In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sit down with Mimi (Mariam Owusu-Poku), content creator, Miss Malika Ghana winner, and co-founder of a dog-grooming business. This...
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He Turned 100,000 Cedis into 1 Million With One Stock | Pickins
What would you do with 10,000 cedis right now? Save it? Spend it? Or let it grow into something bigger?In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sit down with Benjamin Anamo, better known as Pickins, a finance educator and tech entrepreneur who is on a mission to make investing accessible to...
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How to Build Tech Products That Actually Solve Real Problems | Winnie Dzidonu
What do you do when you're obsessed with the thing you built, and you know you have to walk away to grow? In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sit down with Winnie Jonu, digital strategist and product leader at MTN Ghana, with over 20 years of experience building tech products across 32...
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She Knows Something Most Creatives Don't | Chef Lifestyle
Building a Brand Nobody Can IgnoreIn this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sit down with Chef Lifestyle (Bibana Gyasi Owusu Prempeh), a food blogger, content creator, author, and culinary travel enthusiast who has built an impressive brand rooted in education, authenticity, and Pan-African...
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I Started Real Estate With No Money, Here’s What Happened | Ana Arkutu
What does it really take to start and succeed in real estate — especially if you don’t have capital?In this episode, Ana breaks down her nearly 20-year journey from starting as a volunteer with zero money to building a career across different areas of real estate. This is an honest look at how…
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The Truth Behind #FixTheCountry and the Backlash - KalyJay
In the digital age, "influence" is often measured by social metrics like engagement and impressions, but how do you translate digital noise into tangible social change and a sustainable business?In our latest interview, Joshua Buernortey Boye-Doe (better known as Kaly Jay) shares the strategic...
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Ghana’s Independence Was a Painful Birth – Prof. Baffour Explains Why
What does freedom in independence really mean?In this powerful Episode 5, I sit down with Professor Baffour, governance scholar, former UN official, and co-founder of the Ghana Center for Democratic Development, to discuss Ghana’s political journey from independence to today.Born before...
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Lawyer & Financial Analyst: Why Most Startups in Ghana Will Fail (Wrong Funding Strategy)
Most startups in Ghana don’t fail because of bad ideas. They fail because of structure. Kwasi Okrah, A Lawyer & Financial Analyst, breaks down the funding mistakes, legal blind spots, and financial decisions that quietly destroy Ghanaian startups before they ever scale. From equity dilution traps...
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I Turned Down a Major Brand Deal to Protect My Integrity: Dela Seade
Social media has done a lot of good for our generation, but no one talks about the real cost that comes with it.This week on Unscripted with Raygan, we sit down with Dela Yawo Seade, a Ghanaian actress, beauty queen, social entrepreneur, and CEO of the Black Sheep Foundation. From paying her own...
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Why Most People Stay Broke After Making Money
Money Mindset, Wealth Creation, and Entrepreneurship in Africa: Why Do Smart People Still Struggle Financially? Most people don’t stay poor because they lack opportunity. They stay poor because they keep using an old mindset to manage new money. That single idea runs through this entire...
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The Mistake That Gets Your CV Rejected in 10 Seconds | Joel Anaman
Most people are job hunting the wrong way, and that’s why they keep getting rejected.In this episode of Unscripted, Joel Anaman breaks down why sending out dozens of applications isn’t enough, how recruiters actually think, and what turns an average CV into one that gets interviews.Joel Anaman...
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The Truth About Raising Money: It's Not What You Think
What actually makes a business investor-ready, and why do most founders get it wrong?In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sit down with Nnamdi of Intellectual Plug to break down what investors are truly looking for, beyond pitch decks and buzzwords. This is a practical, no-fluff...
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If You Struggle to Charge More, Watch This
What would you do if someone told you they charged $15,000 for a single design?In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sit with Elvis Obi, CEO & Founder of Mazerance, a global gaming company built between Australia and Nigeria, with team members spread across the world.Elvis is the kind of...
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Your First Mistake in Business? No Structure | Moses B. Arthur
In this inspiring episode of Unscripted, we sit down with Moses B. Arthur, a young, daring Ghanaian entrepreneur, real estate developer, CEO of Afreat Atlantic, and author of The Entrepreneur’s Journey, Understanding Systems Thinking, and The Seven Universal Currencies. He shares his story, from...
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How She Made $25,000 in 5 Days (Without a Big Team)
Support the Show: https://buymeacoffee.com/rayganofficialCONNECT WITH RAYGAN:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rayganofficialTwitter - https://twitter.com/rayganofficialLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/reaganmarfo/Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@rayganofficial?_t=ZM-8tHBftDyYdx&_r=1🎵...
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AI Won’t Take Your Job, The Person Using It Will
AI isn’t coming; it’s already here.And it’s changing everything we know about creativity, work, and the future of Africa’s economy.In this week’s episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sat down with Julian and the UX Direct team to unpack the truth about AI, automation, and the future of human…
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The Dangerous Mindset Behind Passive Income | Richie Mensah
What if everything you’ve been told about success, money, and creativity was wrong? In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, Richie Mensah - music executive, producer, and creative visionary - breaks down some of the most misunderstood ideas in the creative industry.From exposing the myth of...
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The Secret to Standing Out Online
Support the Show: https://buymeacoffee.com/rayganofficial Most people think branding is about presenting a good online image, but that’s not the case. It’s about showing up as your true self and knowing what you stand for. In this week’s episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we speak to public...
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The Pricing Mistake That Kills Creative Businesses | Daniel Ampofo
In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sit with Daniel Ampofo, a creative entrepreneur, founder, and creative leader behind DexGhana and ThirdLaw, with 10+ years of experience in building teams, systems, and events that have been the foundation for various creative communities. After...
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Why SAVING Alone Will Not Make You Rich | Dr. Thelma Frimpong
In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sit down with Dr. Thelma Frimpong, Ghana’s first ESG & Sustainability Manager at ARB Apex Bank, to explore how money, faith, and resilience shape our lives.We talk about real issues every Ghanaian faces:1. Is saving in dollars a good idea today?2. How...
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How One Mistake Can Destroy Your Brand | Henry Nii Dottey
From starting as a traveling secretary in 1999 to becoming the Regional Head of Marketing & Corporate Communications for UBA across Anglophone West Africa, Henry’s 25-year career is nothing short of inspiring.In this episode, we talk about:1. How he navigated Ghana’s Corporate and Media space...
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2025 Business Game-Changers: What You Must Know Now
What really happens when powerhouse women gather around a table to talk about careers? In the second edition of the Unscripted Roundtable Discussion and our very first all-ladies session, you’ll meet Keni Ribeiro, Adwoa Noella, Patty the Strategist, and Jannice Tagoe. These inspiring leaders get...
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She Was an Introvert, But She Became a TV Star
Anita Akuffo opens up about her 10-year journey in the Ghanaian media space and the full-circle moment of starting as a Miss Malaika contestant before returning years later as the show’s co-host. In this conversation, she shares: The truth about TV glamour and why you shouldn’t feel pressured to...
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She Got into TV at 14. Did It Make Or Break Her? | Adwoa Noella
he was just 14 when the media world came calling. In this episode, we sit down with Adwoa Noella, a trailblazer in Ghana’s Media industry who began her journey in front of cameras long before most people knew who they were. From entering the media space as a teenager to navigating unwanted...
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You Don’t Need 100K Followers to Make an Impact | Kobby Kyei
What happens when you choose purpose over popularity? In this episode, we sit down with Kobby Kyei, a Ghanaian journalist and storyteller whose work is reshaping how media can drive social change.Kobby Kyei sits with us and shares the story of his journey, detailing how he built a career rooted…
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I Became Ghana’s Biggest Anonymous YouTuber
How do you build a successful YouTube channel without showing your face? In this powerful interview, we dive deep into the journey of Kula, the Headless YouTuber, who transitioned from music to anonymous content creation—and went from hidden identity to viral success. In this emotionally raw and...
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What I’ve Learned About Growing Money vs Making Money
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AFRICA'S LEADING ENTREPRENEUR & CREATOR PODCASTWe dive deep with Africa's entrepreneurs, creators, and innovators to uncover the journeys behind their success, the challenges, wins, and practical lessons you won't hear anywhere else to help YOU SUCCEED!Across business, technology, design, finance, engineering, the arts, fashion, and more, Raygan explores the minds of extraordinary individuals, creators, change-makers, and leaders alike—with one aim: to inspire and empower our audience by sharing real experiences, challenges, and lessons learned.
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