About Walls of Power, Shores of Pain ; Ghana’s Forts & Castles
This reimagination of history by a Ghanaian Filmmaker takes you on a gripping journey through Ghana’s historic forts and castles, uncovering hidden stories of power, resistance, and survival woven into the walls of these colonial relics.
This episode explores the unique history of Ghana's Fort William, revealing its role as a British lighthouse and watchtower during colonial expansion on the Gold Coast.
11 Apr 2025
This Fort Watched Kings Fall - Fort Metal Cross
A towering cross, a silent watchtower, and two kings who dared to defy the empire.In this gripping episode, we uncover the chilling legacy of Fort Metal Cross in Dixcove—where colonial power wasn’t just enforced with guns, but with quiet surveillance and calculated exile.
From the beheading of King Badu Bonsu II to the defiant stand of King Amankwaah, this fort witnessed the fall of Ahanta resistance—stone by stone, king by king.
Was it just a trade post? Or something far more sinister?
4 Apr 2025
Fortress to Relic: The Rise & Fall of Fort Batenstein
Fort Batenstein stands as a silent witness to centuries of trade, betrayal, and bloodshed. Built by the Dutch in 1656, it saw the signing of the Butre Treaty, binding the Ahanta people to colonial rule. But its darkest chapter came with the brutal execution of Badu Bonsu II, the Ahanta king who defied Dutch power—his severed head taken as a grim trophy. This episode unearths the fortress’s hidden past, from gold-fueled ambitions to the echoes of rebellion that still linger within its walls.
28 Mar 2025
From Fortress to Prison – The Evolution of James Fort
Standing tall in the heart of Accra, James Fort is more than just a colonial relic—it’s a symbol of Ghana’s turbulent past. Once a hub for trade and slavery, later transformed into a notorious prison, this historic fort holds the untold stories of resistance, survival, and transformation. In this episode, we journey through its dungeons, unravel its mysteries, and uncover its impact on Ghana’s history and people.
24 Mar 2025
Fort Amsterdam - The Coastal Watchtower
Nestled along Ghana’s coastline, Fort Amsterdam stands as a silent witness to centuries of trade, conflict, and resilience. In this episode, we uncover the fort’s colonial past, its role in the transatlantic slave trade, and the echoes of history that still linger within its walls. Join us as we explore the stories of those who passed through its gates and the legacy it holds for Ghana and the African diaspora today.
21 Mar 2025
Cape Coast Castle: The Infamous Gateway of No Return
Uncovering the hidden narratives of resilience, loss, and memory within the dungeons and halls of Cape Coast Castle to explore its haunting history, its role in the transatlantic slave trade, and its lasting impact on African identity and heritage.
17 Mar 2025
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This podcast series promises to transport listeners to the coast of Ghana- West Africa to witness the stories etched within the walls of its Forts & Castles
17 Mar 2025
Christiansborg Castle : From Slave Fortress to Seat of Power
Dive into the untold history of Christiansborg Castle, Accra’s iconic fortress that evolved from a Danish trading post to a seat of colonial power and modern governance. Uncover its dark past in the transatlantic slave trade, its transformation into Ghana’s seat of government, and the secrets hidden within its walls.
14 Mar 2025
Fort St. Jago - The Strategic Hill Top Fort of Elimina, Ghana
Fort St. Jago - Strategic Hill top fort explores the fort’s strategic rise above Elmina, revealing untold stories of pre colonial struggle of power between European rivals, colonial conflicts, local resistance, and the silent echoes of history.
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