The Swinging Palm Trees Podcast
Hi there! My name is Akín, and thanks for tuning in.
On the podcast I chat with diverse guests from all backgrounds, and they talk about their lived experiences & stories, and share the words, quotes or sayings that have shaped their mindsets. With all the stories that are shared, there is also the underlying theme of mental health and wellbeing, and in many instances, also discussing heritage, culture and their own unique individual outlook to life
Also, despite the serious tone of certain issues and themes discussed, a light-hearted approach is also injected into the conversations which also displays the resilience of the guests and their humour, despite the circumstance.
I hope you find the conversations educational and enriching to your wellbeing.
Keep Rising & Thriving, Aṣẹ!
Executive producer: Ashanti Omkar
The Swinging Palm Trees Podcast
Episode #16 with David 'Fifi' Gyamfi
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Today's episode takes a slightly different detour from the normal format. I invited my bass teacher, David Gyamfi, to chat about music, his faith and education, while also teaching me chord progressions and jamming during the episode. We also talk about how growing up with a gospel church background continually builds his strong musical foundation.
This episode is mostly about music and us geeking out about bass greats that continually inspire us including Sharay Reed, Marcus Miller, and of course, Jaco Pastorius.
We also talk about his career as a scientist & Chemistry teacher, and naturally, which jollof rice he prefers.
David Gyamfi is a musician, producer and educator. If you're interested in bass lessons/ booking/tracking /production enquiries, you can contact him at dgbass@gemfystudios.co.uk
Thanks for listening to the episode. I'd like to thank my guest for their time, insight and being a great sport!
I would also like to thank my producer, Ashanti Omkar, for all her hard work.
If you'd like to be a guest, drop me a line at theswingingpalmtree@gmail.com.
Keep Rising & Thriving. Aṣẹ!