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Camels are Currency

The Immigrant's Financial Journey.

Release Date: 03/01/2024

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The Immigrant's Financial Journey.

Eva was the lass that always wanted to invest in someone else's life. Playing different roles at the Men's Health Forum Scotland, and Healthy Fathering Projects before becoming a director at the Scottish Men's Forum, Eva put many people through school and supported their employment. With her pleasant attitude and big smile, she won the hearts of many. As she always says, "you dont give your best to take the worst". Join us as we come to the end of this odyssey.

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The Immigrant's Financial Journey.

Born into Ashanti royalty in Ghana, Eva often listened in on her grandfather's conversations about shares and stocks which later influenced her decision to trade in the same. Despite being the least paid employee, Eva cruised in a Mercedes Benz C180 with personalized registration. As a christian, she strongly believed that God was her source, not her salary. Listen in and find out how she defied all odds. 

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The Immigrant's Financial Journey.

Eva's remarkable journey in this week's episode takes us back to 1975.  Clutching a small red bible she set foot in the UK, finding her calling on the vibrant streets of Scotland as an excellent network marketer, discovering and succeeding at Avon and Tupperware. Her top tip, every opportunity needs a different key; tune in and get inspired.

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The Immigrant's Financial Journey.

Unlike the typical arrangement where husbands and wives cohabited, each spouse in Eva's matriarchal community, in Ghana, maintained their own home emphasizing the independence of both partners. Grab a cuppa as we take you through Eva's interesting journey.

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The Immigrant's Financial Journey.

In this episode, we unravel the intriguing stories of Mariama and Amina. Mariama's journey from Gambia to the UK pushed by her parents led her through unexpected twists-law studies, programming trials and a need for purpose. Amina's path on the other hand, full of challenges and evictions brought her to Scotland where she found solace. Join us as we survey the struggle of belonging and the power of speaking one's truth.

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The Immigrant's Financial Journey.

In this episode, we delve into the remarkable lives of Amina and Mariama. Raised by a father who was a Minister, Amina full of resilience got married at 18 into a big family and shortly after relocated  to the UK with her husband. Meanwhile, Mariama, a foreign student from the musical jali tribe turned into a strong women's advocate. Tune in and discover how they navigated cultural diversity and the struggles of living in a foreign land.

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The Immigrant's Financial Journey.

Kamel and Jonathan share their perspectives on wealth, trust and the role of money. Jonathan chats about alternative investments and Kamel introduces us to a cool concept from his heritage: camels are an asset to hold wealth, different, right? Tune in for the full rundown in this week's episode.

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Kamel's story is fascinating, from a childhood in #Libya in a culture of loyalty trust and alternate, this episode is a breath of different in the truest sense. Tradition, Education, and Perspective from a different view point. You'll want to tune into this one...

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The Immigrant's Financial Journey.

Dive into the fascinating applications of money across cultures through the stories of Ngo and Ify. From relying on cash to strategically using credit cards, their stories share cool lessons passed down through generations. Ngo's cash-only approach and Ify's credit-building strategy shape their family values and financial wisdom. An unmissable tale of a young entrepreneur turning sweets into earnings! It's all about the universal wisdom found in our different approaches to money. Join us for a journey that bridges generations and currencies, right here on our podcast. 

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In this episode, we dive into the heart warming and inspiring journey of Ngo and her daughter Ify. It's a story of grit, resourcefulness and unbreakable family bonds passed down from one strong woman to the next. Ngo, raised by a hardworking food vendor mom with a knack for stretching money, picked up more than just recipes. She mastered the art of thriftiness and carried it into her own life as a mom and entrepreneur. Ify, following in her mom and grandma's footsteps, grew into a savvy businesswoman herself. From Nigeria to the snowy landscapes of Scotland, join us to celebrate the...

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