Podcast
The Bold New Normal
Hosted by Lucy Quist · EN
Welcome to The Bold New Normal, the podcast where bold ideas meet transformative action. I’m your host, Lucy Quist, and I’m here to challenge mindsets, ignite conversations, and inspire you to create the future you deserve.
In each episode, we’ll explore the strategies, stories, and solutions shaping a new normal—one where equity, opportunity, and prosperity are not just dreams but realities. Whether you’re a leader, an innovator, or someone ready to take bold steps in your life, this is your space to learn, grow, and act.
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S2 Ep 4. The Billion-Dollar Opportunity Africa Is Missing with Moses Baiden, CEO of Margins ID group
May 1001:09:09Tap to summarizeWhat does it take to build a globally competitive African technology company?In this powerful episode of The Bold New Normal Podcast, Moses Baiden joins Lucy Quist for a masterclass on enterprise, innovation, identity systems, education, sovereignty, and the future of Africa.From studying both arts and sciences in school, to becoming a lawyer, to building one of Africa’s leading identity technology companies, Moses shares the mindset, systems thinking, and long-term vision required to solve real problems at scale.This episode explores:Why identity infrastructure matters for Africa’s futureHow technology can reduce corruption and improve governanceWhy Africa must stop importing systems that don’t solve African problemsThe mindset required to build globally competitive businessesThe importance of process, governance, and partnershipsWhy mentorship and asking the right questions matterEducation, nationalism, and building institutions that outlive usThis is a conversation about prosperity, sovereignty, leadership, and purpose.Also, Moses Baiden will be speaking at The Bold New Normal UK Conference on the 13th of June, 2026. 🎟️ Early bird tickets are now available at tbnncuk.theboldnewnormal.com
Transcribe →S2 Ep 3: From Strategy to Scale: What Actually Works
Apr 2501:14:44Tap to summarizeWhat does it really take to build, scale, and sustain a business in our context?In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Cecil Senna Nutakor goes beyond the origin story and into the real work behind building one of Africa’s leading EdTech platforms.From a pivotal strategy reset in 2019 to navigating the unexpected surge during COVID, Cecil shares what it means to prepare for opportunity before it arrives, and why execution matters more than hype.But this episode goes even deeper. It challenges how we think about:💡Startups and the pressure to scale too quickly💡Why copying Silicon Valley models doesn’t work in our context💡The reality of building with limited investment💡What true product-market fit looks like💡And how education must evolve to solve real-world problemsOne of the most powerful shifts in this conversation is this: Education should not just produce graduates. It should produce problem-solvers.Cecil introduces a new way to think about learning, built on three pillars: Desire. Imagination. Feedback.If you’re building a business, leading a team, or thinking about the future of education, this episode will challenge you to rethink what success really looks like.Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, innovation, and building the future.
Transcribe →S2 Ep 2. Building Beyond the Labels with Cecil Senna Nutakor, Founder of eCampus LLC
Apr 1801:07:44Tap to summarizeFrom being labelled as stubborn and academically unsuccessful, to creating one of Ghana’s early edtech solutions, Cecil’s story is a powerful reminder that potential cannot always be measured by conventional systems.This conversation explores:→ education beyond exams,→ misalignment between students and systems,→ innovation born from personal pain,→ the power of community and persistence and,→ what it takes to keep building when the environment is not yet ready.This is Part 1 of a 2-part conversation.Share, and subscribe for Part 2 next week.You can also watch full episode on YouTube#TheBoldNewNormal #LucyQuist #CecilSennaNutakor #eCampus #EdTech #Education #Innovation #AfricaRising #Leadership #entrepreneurship
Transcribe →S2 Ep 1: Stop Chasing Titles, Build Real Impact
Apr 401:09:09Tap to summarizeWhat does it really take to become a CEO, and stay grounded through success, loss, and reinvention?In this powerful episode of The Bold New Normal Podcast, Lucy Quist sits down with Uche Ofodile, CEO of MTN Benin and Chairperson of MTN Mobile Money, for an honest conversation about leadership, ambition, grief, resilience, and building a career with real impact.Uche shares the deeply personal story behind her rise, from writing down a vision for her future, to navigating profound personal loss, to becoming one of Africa’s most respected business leaders. This is not just a conversation about titles or success. It is about becoming, leading with substance, and understanding that real leadership is built in both visible wins and private battles.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why chasing titles alone is a mistakeHow writing your vision down can shape your futureWhat grief taught Uche about strength, support, and perspectiveWhy impact matters more than positionWhat aspiring women leaders need to know about becoming CEOWhy curiosity, adaptability, and a deep toolkit matter in leadershipIf you are building your career, leading teams, navigating change, or asking bigger questions about purpose and impact, this episode is for you.Watch, listen, and join the conversation.Leave a comment with your biggest takeaway, subscribe for more bold conversations, and share this episode with someone building toward their next level.For more conversations on leadership, business, Africa, and transformation, explore more from The Bold New Normal.#BoldNewNormal #UcheOfodile #LucyQuist #Leadership #CEO #CareerGrowth #WomenInLeadership #AfricanBusiness #PurposeAndImpact #Podcast
Transcribe →S1 Ep 12. Creating the Bold New Normal Together
Sep 2700:12:40Tap to summarizeSeason 1 of The Bold New Normal Podcast closes with a powerful truth: we cannot create prosperity alone.In this episode, Lucy Quist reflects on trust, empathy, and the call to be our brother’s and sister’s keeper. If we truly want to create the bold new normal for Africa and beyond, we must journey together — even when perspectives differ.💡 Key Takeaways:- Why prosperity is a collective mission, not a solo one- How to build trust and integrity with others- The role of empathy in partnerships- Why celebrating others’ success fuels shared growth👉 Subscribe, comment, and share your reflections.
Transcribe →S1 Ep 11.The Power of Self-Acceptance
Sep 1300:10:46Tap to summarizeWhat do you see when you look in the mirror?In this deeply personal episode of The Bold New Normal Podcast, Lucy Quist unpacks the life-changing practice of self-acceptance. From identity to ambition, and from embracing your strengths to learning from mistakes, Lucy shares five practical steps to accept yourself and keep becoming all that you can be.💡 Key Takeaways:Why identity is the foundation of self-acceptanceHow to know yourself — strengths, values, and cultureThe role of ambition in shaping your bold futureWhy “you are enough” right nowHow to turn mistakes into lessons and growth🎧 Listen for a fresh perspective on how self-acceptance fuels leadership, resilience, and purpose.👉 Subscribe, comment, and share your reflections.Watch on YouTube, or listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts.
Transcribe →S1 Ep 10. The Courage to Speak Up – Finding Your Voice at Home, Work & Beyond
Aug 3000:11:38Tap to summarizeWhen was the last time you stayed quiet — even though something in you wanted to speak up?In this episode of The Bold New Normal Podcast, Lucy Quist explores one of the most powerful — and sometimes hardest — skills we need to create a culture of prosperity: the courage to speak up.From childhood lessons with her father and grandmother, to navigating workplaces and even conversations in church, Lucy shares how finding and using your voice is essential to leadership, growth, and building the Bold New Normal.You’ll discover:💡 Why finding your voice starts at home💡 How parenting can nurture (or silence) a child’s voice💡 Why speaking up about your ambitions is crucial for career growth💡 The importance of asking questions or challenging norms in your spheres of influence💡 Practical ways to create safe spaces for others to speak upThis episode is for parents, professionals, leaders, and anyone who knows it’s time to stop staying silent.🎧 Listen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts📺 Watch the full episode right here on YouTube👉 Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe to keep building the Bold New Normal together!
Transcribe →S1 Ep 9. From Home to the World: Raising Leaders through Purposeful Parenting
Aug 1600:26:30Tap to summarizeWhat if parenting wasn’t just about raising children — but about raising leaders?In Episode 9 of The Bold New Normal Podcast, Lucy Quist shares personal stories, practical lessons, and leadership principles she’s applied in her own parenting journey. From navigating challenges to nurturing confidence, this conversation will inspire you to think differently about the role of parents in shaping the next generation.You’ll discover:🌟 Why leadership starts at home🌟 How to model the values you want to see in your kids🌟 The role of intentionality in raising grounded, confident children🌟 Practical tips to prepare kids for an unpredictable futureWhether you’re a parent, mentor, teacher, or leader, this is the parenting episode you didn’t know you needed. These insights will help you invest in young lives with purpose and vision.#Parenting #Leadership #RaisingLeaders #LucyQuist #TheBoldNewNormal #ParentingTips
Transcribe →S1 Ep 8. From Ordinary to Exceptional: 7 Strategies for Bold Living
Aug 200:21:49Tap to summarizeWhat does it take to go from ordinary to exceptional?In this episode of The Bold New Normal Podcast, Lucy Quist shares 7 practical strategies to raise your standards, embrace challenges, and live boldly with purpose.You’ll learn how to:🌟 Raise your bar and stop settling for “good enough”🌟 Make intentional choices aligned with your values🌟 Embrace obstacles as growth opportunities🌟 Celebrate wins and find fulfilment through serving others🌟 Communicate for influence and impactIf you’re ready to stop drifting and start building a life you’re proud of, this is your playbook.And there’s more—The Bold New Normal Conference 2025 is here!Join us as we explore The Transformative Power of Language and Culture and connect with leaders, innovators, and changemakers who are shaping the future.🗓️ Saturday October 25, 2025📍 The Enclave Garden, East Legon, Accra🎟️ Tickets available now at https://egotickets.com/events/the-bold-new-normal-conference-2025 or register by dialling *713*33*45#Comment your biggest takeaway and share with a friend who needs to hear this.#BoldNewNormal2025 #LanguageAndCulture #TransformToProsperity #TheBoldNewNormal #TBNNC2025
Transcribe →S1 Ep 7. The Career Success Formula: Seek, Ask, Knock
Jul 1900:10:24Tap to summarizeWant to know how top leaders actually rise to the top?In this powerful episode of The Bold New Normal, Lucy Quist dives into a career-changing framework based on three simple words: Seek, Ask, Knock. Sharing her own journey from corporate strategist to CEO, Lucy unpacks how intentional actions, informed decisions, and bold conversations opened doors—and how you can do the same.📌 You’ll learn:Why asking is a leadership skill, not a weaknessHow to do a gap analysis and use it to fast-track your growthWhy knocking (and doing it consistently) builds opportunityThe overlooked career strategy no one is talking aboutThis episode is a must-watch for ambitious professionals, aspiring executives, and anyone feeling stuck in their current role.👇 Like, comment, and subscribe for more bold insights.💡Found this valuable? Share it with a friend or colleague.
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