Diary 101 Podcast

Diary 101 Podcast

por Akakandelwa Kandepwe

Superación personal

Temporada 1

Stop Shrinking Yourself to Fit With Nalucha Nganga

In this episode of the Diary 101 Podcast, Akakandelwa Kandepwe sits down with Nalucha Nganga, a lawyer and public policy specialist whose career has spanned human rights, sports governance, conservation and development. Nalucha reflects on her career journey, the mentors and sponsors who shaped her path, and what it takes to prepare for leadership. She shares her perspective on feminism, gender equality, self-care and the importance of creating spaces where people feel heard and empowered. The conversation also explores navigating career transitions, building meaningful relationships, managing expectations and why great leaders surround themselves with people who bring different knowledge and strengths to the table.

One Career Was Never Going to Be Enough With Kamota Mayondi-Mazombwe

In this episode of the Diary 101 Podcast, Akakandelwa Kandepwe sits down with Kamota, a strategic communications professional and wellness advocate who began her career as a Chartered Certified Accountant. Kamota shares her journey from audit and accounting into strategic communications, radio and yoga, including the doubts and uncertainty that came with choosing a less conventional path. The conversation explores career transitions, transferable skills, gaining experience early, choosing learning over salary, and the evolving role of strategic communications through sustainability reporting and measuring impact. Kamota also shares her journey with yoga and wellness, and reflects on the decision that made her proudest: choosing to live life on her own terms.

Potential Is Not Enough with Dr. Joshua Chimakula Ngoma

In this episode of the Diary 101 Podcast, Akakandelwa Kandepwe sits down with Dr. Chimakula Ngoma, a former mining engineer and social entrepreneur working with the Enterprising Africa Regional Network (EARN). Dr. Ngoma shares his journey from mining into youth development and entrepreneurship, and explains EARN’s approach to developing young agripreneurs through aptitude-based selection, practical business experience, personal development and ecosystem support. The conversation explores the role of technology in modern agriculture, the importance of reframing young people as problem solvers rather than problems to be solved, and why young people should look beyond their degrees to identify problems they can solve.

Building your career on your own terms with Mukuka Mayuka-Chanda

In this episode of the Diary 101 Podcast, Akakandelwa Kandepwe sits down with Mukuka, a digital strategist and entrepreneur, to discuss her career journey, mentorship and building a business in Zambia’s digital space. Mukuka shares why she returned to Zambia from Australia to pursue opportunities in the growing social media industry and reflects on the lessons she has learned along the way. The conversation explores meaningful mentorship, setting boundaries, navigating remote work, and using volunteering strategically to build skills, networks and experience. They also discuss career seasons, living intentionally, the value of long-term thinking and what it means to create opportunities for the next generation of digital professionals.

The Creative Who Means Business wit Elizabeth Fundafunda

In this episode of the Diary 101 Podcast, Akakandelwa Kandepwe sits down with Elizabeth Fundafunda, a communication and brand specialist and founder of Memory Lane, to explore entrepreneurship, marketing and creativity. Elizabeth shares her journey of experimenting with different ventures, the realities of building a business in Zambia, and the discipline and accountability required to keep going. They also discuss using AI without losing the human touch, developing strong people skills, and why stepping away from constant online stimulation—and even embracing boredom—can create room for better ideas and personal growth.

The Introvert Who Mastered Marketing with Sandra Phiri

In this episode of the Diary 101 Podcast, Akakandelwa Kandepwe sits down with Sandra Phiri, Marketing Specialist at Sanlam Life Insurance Zambia, to explore self-awareness, marketing and career growth. Sandra shares how she navigates an extroverted profession as an introvert, her journey from law to marketing, and why project management and critical thinking remain essential in the age of AI. They also discuss personal branding, networking and the importance of understanding yourself as you build your career.

Let the Work Speak, with Exploits Mutale

In this episode of the Diary 101 Podcast, Akakandelwa Kandepwe sits down with Exploits Mutale, entrepreneur and award-winning art director, to explore creativity, career growth, and what it takes to build an unconventional path with intention. Exploits Mutale reflects on how early volunteer experiences, self-taught design, mentorship, and persistence shaped his journey into the creative industry, while also sharing how AI is changing the way creatives work. The conversation moves into the realities of collaboration, industry bias, pricing transparency, relationships, and the importance of nurturing long-term professional connections. Akakandelwa also reflects on ambition, timing, and staying focused on bigger goals even when the path is not straightforward. At its core, this episode is a reminder that creative success is not just about talent — it is about consistency, relationships, adaptability, and having the courage to keep building before everyone else understands the vision.

Nobody Taught Us How to Feel, with Thandiwe Sokoni

In this episode of the Diary 101 Podcast, Akakandelwa Kandepwe speaks with Thandiwe Sokoni, a Zambian applied clinical psychologist, about mental health, emotional literacy and psychological safety. They explore stigma around seeking help, generational differences in the workplace, the power of language in understanding emotions, and the barriers young people face when accessing mental health support. At its heart, the conversation asks an important question: Do we have the language to understand what we are feeling?

What's Really in Your Food? with Samuel Ayo Oyedemi

What does it take to build technology that solves real problems? In this episode of the Diary 101 Podcast, Akakandelwa Kandepwe sits down with Samuel, entrepreneur and innovation ecosystem builder, to discuss the journey of building SCAP, an AI-powered retail technology company helping consumers make healthier shopping decisions. They explore the importance of solving local problems, adapting products to different markets, and why listening to customer feedback is essential for innovation. The conversation also examines Africa's growing technology ecosystem, entrepreneurship, and the role of purpose-driven businesses in creating lasting impact.

Think Critically or Get Left Behind, with Shuko Musemangezhi

Today on the Diary 101 Podcast, we’re joined by Shuko Musemangezhi — a global health professional working at the intersection of data, policy, and development across Africa. With experience advising governments, leading data-driven projects, and contributing to health systems strengthening, his work focuses on using evidence to drive real impact in communities.

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