
A trouble maker in high school, Samuel finds himself on a plane heading to Ghana; a different country, needless to say, a different life. His formative years have begun. These are ‘DEM TIMES‘. The show is in the broader sense, a serialised teen odyssey, set within the closed-off microcosm of Ghanaian boarding school life. At its core, this is a cultural migration; a fish-out-of-water story stemmin... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 7 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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Samuel's dubious flashbacks continue with a skeptical audience as he narrates stories about the path that led him out of UK life all the way to boarding school in GH. How much of his story is actually true? You decide.
Samuel ... David Omordia; ; MA... more
When the power cuts at Onuakrom Academy, the boys break curfew and leave the hostel prefect stumbling in the dark. With nothing else to do besides rap battles, Samuel gives an epic back story of his life in Croydon before his "exile".
Samuel ... Dav... more
After provoking the prefects into all out war, Samuel's test scores still haven't improved. Somehow Tiwa and Efua have to conjure up a passing grade just in time for the talent show that's got the whole school talking.
Samuel ... David Omordia; ; Mr... more
It's "Debate vs Variety Show+Jams" as Nii goes up against Derrick and Belinda to decide what's on stage for this week's entertainment. Meanwhile, Samuel finds himself falling behind in geography until he's given a lifeline by Mrs Ampofo.
Samuel ... ... more
Things get even worse for Samuel as his first week at school continues. The students don't like him. The workload is tough. The teachers are losing patience. Feeling homesick, all Samuel wants to do is jump on the next flight home.
Samuel ... David ... more
Samuel Adjei is a troublemaker. So his parents send him to a Ghanaian boarding school with one goal: to learn some discipline. But when it comes to growing up, taking school seriously, and reconnecting with the culture, he's got a lot to learn.
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A young adult comedy-drama following the re-education of British-born troublemaker, Samuel Adjei, in a Ghanaian boarding school.
A new scripted fiction podcast from Our Day. Created by Jacob Roberts-Mensah and Rhys Reed-Johnson. Listen to the series... more
It was so good, I wish there was more! Everything about this was a great listen! Keep up the good work!
Not sure how I came across this podcast but I’m glad I did. Refreshing entertainment keep up the great work.
Very entertaining. I loved all the shows. Looking forward to more episodes 😂😂
Entertaining! ...but I’m biased having experienced school in Africa. I should hope others will find this captivating as well... no matter what your background might have been.
Such an escape. The characters in this feel like home to me - and I’m not even Ghanaian! Great story telling
Hi. I been looking for a podcast like this for such a long time and just couldn't find it. I am African Portuguese but live in the UK so I can truly imagine what Samuel is going through. I am loving the story like and I cannot wait to know how this will end! Good job you all, I literately love this podcast!
I am always looking for more storytelling podcasts and this has been so interesting and informative. Thank you for creating this!
Highly entertaining and funny. Each character had me smiling would recommend a listen; on the tube, on a walk, in lockdown or you need a break from your SO. Love it!!!
Funny enough I actually came across this randomly this morning on my way to work. But just wanted to say what a great listen this was.... I’m not Ghanaian but I am African (Kenyan) so I can really relate on how it felt to go back!!!. Great work *****
Well done. Can't wait for more
I love the theme song... authentic and original
This such a terrific story, Jacob has such a natural talent for story telling.
I saw him pitch this idea at a Foundervine event earlier in the year and I’m so glad the whole world now gets to hear it!
Keep up the outstanding work 👍👍
Loved this - congrats you guys - great job!
Love this show
Fantastic!
How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.
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