Diary 101 Podcast

Diary 101 Podcast Diary 101 Podcast is a space for honest conversations about growth and real journeys.

Hosted by Akakandelwa Kandepwe, it shares the lessons, pivots, and progress behind meaningful work — reminding young people to start before they feel ready.

27/08/2026

🧠 Sometimes the work we feel called to do is connected to the experiences that shaped us.

In this week's conversation on the Diary 101 Podcast, Akakandelwa Kandepwe asks Thandiwe Sokoni, an applied clinical psychologist, what inspired her to work with the people she serves today.

Thandiwe reflects on how our personal experiences, the challenges we notice around us, and the gaps we encounter can influence the careers and causes we eventually pursue.

It raises an interesting question about purpose: Do we choose the problems we solve, or do some problems keep showing up until we decide to do something about them?

Purpose doesn't always arrive as one big revelation. Sometimes it develops gradually as we pay attention to what matters to us, what we've experienced, and where we believe we can make a difference.

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💬 Has something you've personally experienced influenced the work you do or the people you want to serve?

Our experiences shape us, but understanding ourselves means learning to separate what we have experienced from who we be...
26/08/2026

Our experiences shape us, but understanding ourselves means learning to separate what we have experienced from who we believe we are.

In this conversation with Thandiwe Sokoni, we explore why emotional literacy and self-curiosity matter, especially when navigating difficult experiences.

Knowing how to name what we feel can help us understand our stories without allowing those stories to become our entire identity.

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💬 What has helped you understand yourself better?

25/08/2026

🌱 Mental health isn't only about getting help. It's also about understanding what is happening within us.

In this episode of the Diary 101 Podcast, Akakandelwa Sophie Kandepwe speaks with applied clinical psychologist Thandiwe Sokoni about mental health and emotional literacy among young people.

Their conversation explores how stigma and cultural beliefs shape the way we talk about mental health, the differences between generations, psychological safety in workplaces, and some of the barriers people still face when trying to access support.

A major takeaway from the conversation is the importance of giving people the language to understand their emotions. When we can better identify what we're experiencing, we can also become more intentional about how we respond to it.

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💬 What do you think needs to change about the way we talk about mental health in our communities?

💭 Have you ever known something was wrong but struggled to explain exactly what you were feeling?Sometimes we have the e...
24/08/2026

💭 Have you ever known something was wrong but struggled to explain exactly what you were feeling?

Sometimes we have the emotion before we have the words for it.

In the upcoming episode of the Diary 101 Podcast, Akakandelwa Sophie Kandepwe speaks with Thandiwe Sokoni, an applied clinical psychologist, about why understanding and naming our emotions matters.

Their conversation moves beyond mental health as something we only discuss when there's a crisis. They explore emotional literacy, stigma, psychological safety in our workplaces, technology, and how becoming more self-aware can help us understand ourselves and others better.

It's a conversation about developing the language for experiences many of us have—but don't always know how to explain.

🎙️ New episode coming soon on the Diary 101 Podcast.

💬 Growing up, were you encouraged to talk openly about how you felt?

"My academic journey and my advocacy journey aren't separate — they feed each other." 🌍On this episode of Diary 101 Podc...
22/08/2026

"My academic journey and my advocacy journey aren't separate — they feed each other." 🌍

On this episode of Diary 101 Podcast, Kuzipa Nantanga Environmentalist shared how her studies in environmental health directly inform her climate advocacy work — showing how learning and impact can grow side by side.

Catch the full episode with Kuzipa Makwaza Nantanga on Spotify and Apple Podcasts https://rss.com/podcasts/diary-101-podcast/ 🎙️

21/08/2026

🤔 Have you ever wondered what makes someone look at an everyday problem and decide to build a business around it?

Akakandelwa Sophie Kandepwe asks Samuel Ayo Oyedemi what inspired him to start Skaap.

Samuel shares where the idea began and how that initial inspiration developed into an AI-powered retail technology company focused on helping consumers make more informed shopping decisions.

It's a glimpse into something we don't always see when looking at established businesses: the moment before the company existed, when it was simply a problem someone believed was worth solving.

🎥 Catch up on this week's episode and hear more of Samuel's founder journey on the Diary 101 Podcast.
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💬 If you started a business based on a problem you've personally experienced, what would you build?

20/08/2026

🛒 Would knowing exactly what's in your food change what you put in your shopping basket?

Akakandelwa Sophie Kandepwe and Samuel Ayo Oyedemi discuss why certain retail technologies are gaining traction faster in Western markets.

Part of the answer lies in changing consumer behaviour. More people are questioning ultra-processed foods, reading ingredients, and looking for tools that help them make more informed decisions about what they consume.

Their conversation also raises an important question for African entrepreneurs: Can we simply import global technology trends, or do we first need to understand what will drive adoption in our own markets?

Building useful technology isn't only about what's possible—it's about understanding what people care about enough to actually use.

🎥 Catch the full conversation on the Diary 101 Podcast: https://lnkd.in/dAbBCKMm

💬 Do you think African consumers are becoming more conscious about what's in the food they buy?

"It's less about the business and less about school — it's about your why." 🎯On this episode of Diary 101 Podcast, Samue...
19/08/2026

"It's less about the business and less about school — it's about your why." 🎯

On this episode of Diary 101 Podcast, Samuel Ayo Oyedemi shared advice for young people deciding between studying a career and getting into business: figure out the problems that excite you and the impact you want to have, then work backwards from there.

Catch the full episode with Samuel Ayo Oyedemi on Spotify and Apple Podcasts :
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18/08/2026

🎙️ What separates a good idea from a successful business?

In this episode of the Diary 101 Podcast, Akakandelwa Sophie Kandepwe is joined by entrepreneur and innovation ecosystem builder Samuel Ayo Oyedemi to discuss the realities of building a technology company from the ground up.

The conversation explores how Skaap evolved from its original idea into an AI-powered platform focused on helping consumers make healthier shopping choices. They also discuss the importance of understanding local markets, learning from customers, and adapting products to solve real-world challenges.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, innovator, or someone with a business idea, this episode is packed with practical lessons about resilience, problem-solving, and building solutions that create meaningful impact.

🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode today: https://rss.com/podcasts/diary-101-podcast/

💬 What's the biggest challenge you think technology should solve in Africa?

💡 A brilliant idea means very little if it doesn't solve a real problem.That's one of the big themes in the next episode...
17/08/2026

💡 A brilliant idea means very little if it doesn't solve a real problem.
That's one of the big themes in the next episode of the Diary 101 Podcast.

Akakandelwa Sophie Kandepwe sits down with Samuel Oyedemi, entrepreneur and innovation ecosystem builder, for a conversation about building Skaap and navigating the realities of entrepreneurship.

From changing direction when an idea isn't working to listening closely to customers, Samuel's journey shows that building a startup is often less about having everything figured out and more about being willing to learn.

They also explore how AI is changing retail, the opportunities for African technology companies, and what it takes to scale solutions across different markets. 🌍🤖

🎙️ New episode coming soon.

💬 African entrepreneurs have some of the world's biggest challenges sitting in front of them. Which one would you turn into a business opportunity?

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