In this episode, we bring you Jojo Bitature. Jojo is a trained financial expert and entrepreneur. We talk about some of the tech ventures that Jojo is dedicating himself to. The conversation also jumps into some social and philosophical commentary.  

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In this episode, we bring you Charles Gava. Charles is a fresh graduate from Makerere University. He is also an entrepreneur.  

Charles talks about how he has managed to run his startup while pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering at the same time. We also talk about his previous campaign to lead the Smack League (This conversation was recorded before the new president was decided).  

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In this episode, we bring to you Lucrezia Biteete. Lucrezia is a Strategic Advisor at Refactory. She has been a managing director at Laboremus. She is also on the board of the Fontes Foundation.   

We talk about tech talent, the impact of the pandemic on the tech industry, sustainable philanthropy, the leisure industry, and more.   

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Sharon is a trained quantity surveyor. She is also a social media influencer. In this episode, Sharon talks about how influencers can negotiate better deals. She also talks about her life and situation at Kings College Budo and much more. Enjoy.

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In this episode, we bring to you Carol and Faisal from Tugule. Caroline leads operations while Faisal leads marketing at the startup that aims to redefine quality for the Ugandan retail consumer. In the episode, we talk about, what is currently an emerging industry of importing on demand for the last consumer.  

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In this Episode, we bring to you Isaax and Zaza. The duo hosts the Craze Podcast. Checkout their podcast at https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9hNmYxMmVjL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz  

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In this episode we bring you The Mith. The Mith is a Ugandan Hip Hop artist. He talks about his work process. How he has managed to launch his latest album, The Ugandan (https://music.apple.com/ug/album/the-ugandan/1531988187). Enjoy

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"In life, there are two important days: the day you're born and the day you discover why."

In this episode, Mark Keron is joined by Santana Karma, a man who refuses to be boxed in by his Bachelor of Laws. Santana explains why he views everything in life as art—from the clothes you wear to the way you solve problems. He breaks down the "Platinum, Gold, and Silver" tiers of artist bookings, the staggering potential of music royalties (citing GNL Zamba’s success with Queen of Katwe), and his mission to make poetry a staple of Ugandan pop culture through his Koikoi project.

Inside this conversation:

• Breaking Precedents: Why Santana chose the microphone over the courtroom and how his family reacted.

• The 'Koikoi' Project: Launching a 30-minute web series to give a platform to poets, painters, and performers.

• The Business of Art: Why artists must package themselves as companies to win corporate endorsements.

• The Call for a Creative Ministry: Why the entertainment industry needs its own government allocation and accountability.

• The COVID-19 Impact: A candid look at how the lockdown affected the "ecosystem" of bars, DJs, and waitresses.

• The Master of Craft: Why Santana identifies as a "Storyteller" regardless of the genre he’s playing.

Produced by Miratrax Studio — Visionary Audio. Human Stories.

[01:30] Life as Art: Why Santana views every choice as a creative expression.[04:30] The 'Why' Moment: Discovering your purpose and breaking African stereotypes.[08:30] The Escapist: How primary school trips to see Chameleon and Shanks Vivi D changed everything.[15:00] Koikoi Festival: Building a new culture for Ugandan poets and painters.[18:30] The Royalty Paycheck: How being "organized" led to a 200M+ payout for a local artist.[26:00] The Nigerian Influence: What Uganda can learn about population and music distribution.[29:00] Ministry of Creatives: The case for a government body dedicated to the entertainment industry.[34:00] The Lockdown Struggle: Why the industry needs a "Leap of Hope" from the government.[43:00] The Storyteller Genre: Why Santana’s music will always tell a story, regardless of the beat.[53:00] The Power of Collaboration: Using music for networking across borders (Zimbabwe to Uganda).[01:02:00] Role Models & Legacy: Why 50 Cent, Baraka Obama, and Bobi Wine inspire the next generation.

"Is the stability we see a local achievement, or a carefully maintained international standard?"In this analytical episode of Big Convos Pod,

we explore the provocative theory that Uganda’s leadership is deeply intertwined with American geopolitical interests. We discuss the "Imperialism of Standards"

the idea that global powers identify and support leaders who can maintain regional stability, specifically to counter the spread of alternative ideologies like radicalism.Inside this conversation:

The Geopolitical Speculation: Analyzing how the "Game" of power is influenced by external trade and military alliances.

The "Chosen One" Theory: How the West identifies leaders who can build strong military institutions while keeping the peace.The Buffer State Strategy: Uganda’s role as a shield against instability in the Horn of Africa and its implications for domestic politics.The Succession Question: As a regime grows older, how do global standards for "stability" dictate who might be the next viable candidate?Colonialism vs. Modern Trade: Are we seeing a new form of "Colonialism" through economic and military benchmarks?Produced by Miratrax Studio — Visionary Audio. Human Stories.4. Search-Optimized Chapters[01:00] The Geopolitical Lens: Moving beyond local "Yes/No" politics to global strategy.[02:15] Speculation vs. Reality: How international trade standards influence leadership choices.[02:45] The Buffer State: Why a strong military is Uganda’s most valuable export to the West.[03:30] Countering Radicalism: Uganda’s strategic importance in the Somalia and Horn of Africa context.[04:15] Identifying the Next Leader: The criteria used by global powers to "vett" a successor.[05:30] Stability as a Currency: Why the West prioritizes "Management" over "Ideology" in the region.[07:00] The Colonial Shadow: Is modern geopolitical influence just a rebranding of old standards?- Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3iDhPBe​- Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3iDEu0p​- Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3jEh9Np​- Anchor: https://anchor.fm/bcop

Dr. Davis Musinguzi is a medical doctor and an entrepreneur. He is the founder at the Medical Concierge Group (Rocket Health). In this conversation we talk about the genesis of his company, the challenges of pioneering and running a business in the health sector, and also discuss the impact of the current Ugandan political atmosphere on his business. Enjoy  

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