Twape's Podcast
Twape's Podcast
Twape Mtila
Twape explores a range of a range of topics that he believes require confrontation by young people growing up in modern society. Recorded from his hometown in Blantyre, Malawi Twape dissects and analyses various topics being faced by young adults while inviting the listener to challenge his ideas and perspectives.
Big Boys Dont Cry
On this episode of Twape's Podcast, Twape discusses men being able to show vulnerability & the dangers of trying to be the "man" as prescribed by society especially in the African context. This episode was recorded in loving memory of Atupele Liundi Grey Mtila. Rest in Power
Jun 3, 2020
11 min
Born Sinner
On this episode of Twape's Podcast titled "Born Sinner" Twape discusses his relationship with religion. He delves into how his upbringing and conditioning has informed how he views religion in the modern-day context for you Africans.  This episode includes a special feature from Ugandan screenwriter & director Nicole Magabo.
May 28, 2020
18 min
You Are Not Better Than Me
On this episode of Twape's Podcast Twape discusses how society places value in certain professions or qualifications. How this value can dangerously influence people not in those sectors and why you are deemed to be "better" than someone if you are in particular field. Twape segues into an analysis of his generations fixation with working for themselves including the pro's & con's of working for yourself in a COVID-19 world. A special audio feature from Q Malewezi where he shares his personal experience of the dynamics discussed in this episode.
May 22, 2020
12 min
An Interlude. The Battle Within
"In this short interlude, Twape shares his state of mind since last releasing an episode. He explores his own insecurities while asking for help from people who've gone through a similar process of self-doubt. Ultimately finding his way back into a creative space after feeling vulnerable about whether he was capable of continuing with his podcast. New episodes on the way..."
May 18, 2020
3 min
Why Did you Close?
On this week's episode of Twapes Podcast, Twape sits down with Christopher Kapanga Jr. p.k.a Tofa owner of Blues Restaurant and Bar.They discuss his decision to close his bar before government directed bars to close because of COVID-19. How he sees the future of his business & business as a whole, the mental side of isolation and just what it's like spending all your time with your kids because they're not going to school.
Apr 5, 2020
32 min
I Want My Wife Back
“I Want My Wife Back" On this weeks episode of Twape’s Podcast Twape discusses fatherhood. The truth of what it feels like to be a modern-day father and how research has shown that postpartum depression in fathers is worse than in women. What kind of fathers are we going to be and taking the time to actually decide for ourselves how we will raise the next generation.
Mar 16, 2020
12 min
If You Can't Buy It Twice, You Can't Afford It.
On this episode of Twape’s Podcast, Twape explores why so many young people are living beyond their means. He discusses why he thinks young people are seeking validation, their relationships with money and how we are hurting ourselves by not being more conscience.
Mar 9, 2020
14 min
An Architect Walks Into An Office
In this weeks episode, Twape explores his personal definition of financial Wealth. He speaks on his own understanding of wealth, what it takes to get wealthy and what conditions make it more likely for one to become wealthy. Drawing from personal experiences and recalling a chance meeting at his office, Twape tackles issues surrounding creating one's own path and the need to forge your own way.
Feb 13, 2020
17 min
Just a Bank Teller
How important is time? What do we deserve? Why on earth do we feel entitled or deserving of certain accolades and who is to blame? Social media? Our parents? Twape discusses these themes while drawing from his own personal experiences to try to figure out why a conversation he had at a bar happened the way that it did.
Jan 27, 2020
13 min