Curious Minds Podcast
Curious Minds Podcast
Podcast Description
Curious Minds Ghana is a youth-led development and advocacy organization based in Ghana working and youth since 1996, to ensure that all children & youth are well informed & meaningfully participate in decision-making that affects their lives by advocating, generating knowledge, sharing information, building partnerships & training young activists at local, national & international levels.
This podcast is part of our advocacy efforts to highlight the social, cultural, policy & legal issues affecting children & call on duty bearers to protect & guarantee the rights of children & young people.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on social, cultural, policy, and legal issues affecting children and youth in Ghana. Specific topics include the influence of pornography on sexual expectations, consent and coercion, the legality of abortion, and societal perceptions of safe sex. Episodes are designed to spark discussion and educate listeners about these critical issues.
Curious Minds Ghana is a youth-led development and advocacy organization based in Ghana working and youth since 1996, to ensure that all children & youth are well informed & meaningfully participate in decision-making that affects their lives by advocating, generating knowledge, sharing information, building partnerships & training young activists at local, national & international levels.
This podcast is part of our advocacy efforts to highlight the social, cultural, policy & legal issues affecting children & call on duty bearers to protect & guarantee the rights of children & young people.
From body size to sexual performance, many men grow up surrounded by myths about what makes them “real men.” These stereotypes often tie masculinity to dominance, physical appearance, or sexual prowess—pressures that can harm men’s self-esteem, choices, and relationships.
In the context of sexual and reproductive health, such myths can fuel risky behaviours, silence around vulnerabilities, and reluctance to seek help. Men may feel compelled to prove themselves through sexual conquests, misuse of performance-enhancing drugs, or by avoiding open conversations about contraception and reproductive decisions. These pressures not only affect men but also reinforce unhealthy dynamics with partners.
In this episode, we unpack the myths and stereotypes that men live with, explore their impact on mental health, relationships, and SRHR, and encourage healthier, more balanced understandings of masculinity.
Credits
Host: Ransford Owusu-Ansah
Panellists: Ralph, Akosua, Edmund, Hannatu, Mavis, Michael & Emery
Producer: Michael Tetteh Doku
MusicIntro – The Curious Ring
Interlude – Too Late by Wendy Shay
Closing – Ensesa by Akwaboah Jnr
Connect with us:
X: @cmghana
Instagram: @cmghana
Facebook: Curious Minds Ghana
LinkedIn: Curious Minds Ghana
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