Frances Quarcoopome

Palaver Podcast

Society EN ↓ 24 episodes

The Palaver Podcast aims continue the human tradition of story-telling in ways that continue to keep us connected, inspired and so that future generations have our stories to learn from. Palaver brings the stories that people don’t hear to life. To document our stories for us so they inspire people. Palaver showcases Africa from the perspective of Africans and their experiences working travelling, living and loving in Africa.

Author

Frances Quarcoopome

Category

Society

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Latest episode

Mar 25, 2026

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Episodes

Family Affair with Guido Quarcoopome 25.03.2026

Guido Quarcoopome, co-founder, Operations Director and my brother! I finally manage to get him on the podcast to talk about all things working together, how he joined the company and what he did before he joined the JamJar family.

The Brains and Beauty behind Colourbox - Stephanie Adu 18.03.2026

Stephanie is the brains behind Ghanaian beauty brand Colourbox Cosmetics. She recognised a gap in the market and when for it. Her journey is inspiring after a near fatal accident meant she had to rebuild herself and he brand again.

Can you keep up with Yanfo Hackman? 04.09.2024

Yanfo and I discuss the changing times, Social media, and Ghana. Lots of laughter in this episode, buckle up!

The Business of Creation with Charles Quartey 14.08.2024

Businesses, side hustles, living and breathing your passion. Charles and I get into it with lots of laughs and pure joy!

Raw, pure and wild with Violet Amoabeng 03.07.2024

Eat your skincare! Get ready for belly laughs with Violet. We discuss how she has build her edible skin care brand in Ghana, what keeps her motivated and how she overcomes the challenges. Enjoy the Palaver!

Mixed Feelings EP. 3 with Samuel Arthur 16.08.2023

On this final episode of Mixed Feelings I interview my husband and partner for 9 years, Sam. We discuss his experience as a Ghanaian man dating a mixed-race person as well as how we've navigated the different opinions that get thrown at us.

Mixed Feelings: EP 2 with Carina Ray. A history 02.08.2023

As part of exploring my identity, I speak with Carina Ray regarding the policies on bi-racial relationships during colonial era Ghana and look at how that plays a role in assumptions and the experiences in todays society. Carina Ray is the A.M. and H.P. Bentley Chair in African History Associate Professor History Department University of Michigan, Ann ArborSeries Editor,   New African Histories ,...

Mixed feelings. EP.1 with Irina and Shoshana 12.07.2023

Exploring how other people have navigated their identity and family experiences coming from multi-racial backgrounds.

In it with Mensa Ansah 31.05.2023

Mensa and I discuss the rollercoaster ride of living in two countries. Navigating changes in culture while staying true to who you are. A special epsiode and one close to my heart! Enjoy x

I am very Ghanaian with Nana Kwasi Wiafe 07.12.2022

The question of identity, where we fit and how to express yourself, Nana Kwasi speaks to us about his creation of the Very Ghanaian brand and finding his creative feet.  Enjoy xx

The Foodie episode 26.10.2022

Alex and I catch up on the amazing Menu Finder app he's building and all the ups and downs with running a food business in Accra. You may want some popcorn for this one. Enjoy xx

Feeding your future with Jay Gyebi ( MukaseChic) 28.09.2022

When 2 foodies get together and talk food and all the good things. Jay and I get together and discuss how food has influenced her life and whats next for her.  Enjoy xx

Creative Evolution with Mina Evans 14.09.2022

I interview one of my best friends and bring her story of evolution from Fashion to interior designer, artist and everything in-between!

You are Invited! With D & C from GCR network 31.08.2022

Palaver Podcast will now be joining The Gold Coast Report podcast community. On this episode i give up the reigns a little bit and Cyril and Donald interview me so you can get to know me a little more. I'll then throw a few questions back to the guys so we can find out more about GCR! It's good to be back. Enjoy! xx

Use your words : Abdallah Ekow Manuar Smith 02.03.2022

On this episode I sit down with Ekow and discuss his first short novel, " The Men for StayWell". A science -fiction book based in Accra in the 2032. The book conveys the poignant themes of todays Accra and Ghana, this made me want to delve deeper into Ekow's mind and the inspiration behind the book.   *Excuse the quality of the sound in this episode which had to be recorded via zoom. Accra hard an...

Finding Home with Maame Adjei 16.02.2022

Maame and I catch up and bring the feminine energy to this episode. Talking about navigating Ghana life as a woman and all the twist and turns of getting to where we are. Enjoy the ride. 

Fetching Water with Myriam Chbani 02.02.2022

One of the most resilient women I know, Myriam Chbani. Myriam, originally from Morocco tells me her story of how she ended up in Ghana and her perspective of the challenges and the joys of living here. Enjoy!

Media Magic with Ameyaw Debrah 24.11.2021

 I had the pleasure of sitting down with Ameyaw and delving into his journey through various media era's.  Absolute Magic.  Ameyaw Debrah is the founder of Ameyaw Debrah Media. In 2008 he launched his blog, Ameyawdebrah.com which immediately became the home of celebrity and lifestyle content in Ghana. Over the years Ameyaw Debrah has excelled in the online media space winning awards all over the g...

The Politics of Art with Bright Ackwerh 15.09.2021

On this episode I sit down with Bright Ackwerh, an incredible satirical artist that has many talents! We discuss his background and navigating the Ghana's art industry, censorship and all!

How are you getting paid? with WORLASI 18.08.2021

Worlasi and I break down the business of making music in Ghana and what has brought him this far! If you haven't heard Worlasi's music, get on it.  Here's a link to WORLASI YouTube . Enjoy!

When love brings you to Ghana with Debra-Jane Nelson 04.08.2021

Debbie and I get into it! Chatting about the rollercoaster of running your own business and being and employer in Ghana. It's as real as it gets. 

Decolonising Imagination with Isaac Opoku 21.07.2021

This episode really delves into why we do the things we do. Isaac is thoughtful and has a really profound perspective on life.  He shares this perspective mainly through his art but i've managed to capture it in conversation. An episode to enjoy with a cup of tea and a notepad!

Fighting Fire: Arese Ugwu, The Smart Money Woman 07.07.2021

My good friend Arese and I speak about her experiences turning The Smart Money Woman, into a 13-part TV series, self-funded! Resource Palaver indeed. The Queen of leveraging her network tells me how she did it. Enjoy! 

Introduction to Palaver 25.06.2021

An introduction to what the Palaver Podcast is all about.  Subscribe and enjoy!

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