Conversations from the Diaspora
By African Minded Woman
African Di•as•po•ra (n): people of African origin living outside of the Continent
This podcast is dedicated to telling stories and sharing experiences from the perspective of African immigrants of the millennial generation and other generations across the African Diaspora.
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Conversations from the DiasporaOct 22, 2023
On A New Chapter Abroad: Navigating Everyday Life As A Nigerian Family in Saudi Arabia (w/ Dr. Ndu David)
Join us in this enlightening episode with Dr. Ndu David as we explore the motivations that led a Nigerian family to make a life-changing move to Saudi Arabia. We'll delve into the initial expectations they had before relocating and discover how these expectations evolved over time. Gain insights into the personal stories that shaped their decision to immigrate and how their reality in Saudi Arabia compares to their preconceived notions. This candid conversation reveals the challenges and triumphs faced by immigrant families, shedding light on the transformative power of such journeys. Subscribe to our podcast today: Conversations from the Diaspora, a Building Africa's Future podcast. #bafconversationspodcast #culturalheritage #africandiaspora —— Links: https://linktr.ee/buildingafricasfuture Website: https://buildingafricasfuture.godaddysites.com/ Donations: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/bldgafricasfuture Your support means everything: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bldgafricasfuture/support BAF Convos Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/happybirthdaynki30/ #BAFConversationsPodcast
On Demystifying Life Insurance in the African Diaspora: Making Financial Protection Accessible (w/ Dr. Meg Awunti)
She uncovers the invaluable role life insurance plays in crafting a secure financial future, especially for immigrants and their families, and shares poignant personal stories that underscore the pivotal role life insurance plays in achieving unwavering financial stability during life's most trying moments. Explore the broader tapestry of financial strategy, including the path to building wealth and attaining the cherished goal of financial freedom.
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Pt. 2 - On Breaking the Silence and Restoring Hope Around Fertility Narratives in the African Diaspora (w/ Sussan Ituen)
Join us on an inspiring episode as Sussan Ituen, founder of The Marinade Hub Fertility Foundation, shares her personal journey through infertility, leading to the creation of a transformative support network. Learn about the pivotal turning point that shifted her blog series into a foundation, offering insights into the sociological nuances of infertility within the African context.
Discover how the foundation tackles cultural stigma, fostering open conversations about fertility struggles within the African diaspora. Hear heartwarming success stories that reflect the emotional and psychological transformations the community undergoes. Tune in for an impactful episode that underscores the power of community, resilience, and empowerment.
Link to the YouTube video playlist: https://bit.ly/45Qs8uV
For more information, visit: https://marinadehub.org/. To financially support The Marinade Hub Fertility Foundation, donations can be made via PayPal: sussan.ini.ituen@gmail.com. Those in Nigeria can also make donations to the following account: Acct No: 1220537790. Acct Name: The Marinade Hub Fertility Foundation. Zenith Bank. —— Links: https://linktr.ee/buildingafricasfuture Website: https://buildingafricasfuture.godaddysites.com/ Donations: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/bldgafricasfuture Your support means everything: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bldgafricasfuture/support BAF Convos Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/happybirthdaynki30/
Pt. 1 - On Breaking the Silence and Restoring Hope Around Fertility Narratives in the African Diaspora (w/ Sussan Ituen)
Join us on an inspiring episode as Sussan Ituen, founder of The Marinade Hub Fertility Foundation, shares her personal journey through infertility, leading to the creation of a transformative support network. Learn about the pivotal turning point that shifted her blog series into a foundation, offering insights into the sociological nuances of infertility within the African context.
Discover how the foundation tackles cultural stigma, fostering open conversations about fertility struggles within the African diaspora. Hear heartwarming success stories that reflect the emotional and psychological transformations the community undergoes. Tune in for an impactful episode that underscores the power of community, resilience, and empowerment.
Link to the YouTube video playlist: https://bit.ly/45Qs8uV
For more information, visit: https://marinadehub.org/. To financially support The Marinade Hub Fertility Foundation, donations can be made via PayPal: sussan.ini.ituen@gmail.com. Those in Nigeria can also make donations to the following account: Acct No: 1220537790. Acct Name: The Marinade Hub Fertility Foundation. Zenith Bank. —— Links: https://linktr.ee/buildingafricasfuture Website: https://buildingafricasfuture.godaddysites.com/ Donations: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/bldgafricasfuture Your support means everything: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bldgafricasfuture/support BAF Convos Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/happybirthdaynki30/
On Connecting the African Diaspora with Real Estate on the Continent (w/ Kweku Essien)
In this episode, Kweku Essien, Chief Commercial Officer of Seso Global, joins us to explore the world of property ownership in Africa and the impact of the Year of the Return on the African diaspora, particularly African-Americans seeking to relocate to Ghana and other African countries. We dive into the challenges of establishing trust when doing business on the continent and the crucial role of the remittance economy from the diaspora. Essien shares his powerful insights on finding internal solutions to African problems and why he believes investing in real estate can bring about long-term prosperity for the continent. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation on the future of the African diaspora and the transformative power of real estate. Tune in now to discover how you can secure your property in Africa!
For more information, visit: https://app.seso.global/properties/home.
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Parenting in the African Diaspora: Did Our Parents Get It Right?
In this virtual panel discussion, we talked about a number of things we felt we didn’t have growing up such as the lack of open communication with our parents, assuming parental responsibilities as children, and the lack of affection. We discussed how these things have impacted us as adults and as parents and how we plan on being more intentional in our own parenting.
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On Making The Shift To Eating Superfoods and Overall Wellness (w/ Dr. Jite Lark)
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Jite Lark, the founder of Change4Africa Superfoods and the Embody Program that she started at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. We discuss the importance of natural medicine, nutritional balance, and physical wellness and how continental Africans and those in the diaspora can tap into these holistic health practices. Her organization, C4A, works directly with African women farmers to increase their opportunities to benefit from agricultural value chains. To support her work, visit her website: https://change4africa.net/. In addition to her passion projects, she has 16+ years of experience teaching culturally relevant pedagogy in K-12 STEM education.
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On The Black Student Experience While Studying Abroad (w/ Doria Wormbly)
I'm joined by Doria Wormbly as she discusses her experiences being the only Black student in her study abroad group and the challenges that she faced as a result of that. She is committed to shining light on the importance of diversifying international education programs on the student side as well as in program leadership and she discusses different ways that this could be done starting with providing additional funding and other resources to traditionally underrepresented students of color to prepare them before and during their study abroad travels.
To attend her free webinars on grant writing, please email The Sailor Justice Project (sailorjusticeproject@gmail.com) for more information.
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On Navigating the Immigrant Experience: Overcoming Ongoing Residency Battle (w/ Omba Thomas)
I'm joined by a dear friend and sister, Omba Tejan-Thomas, whom I have known for 20 years or so as we attended the same church when we first came to the country as young children. She talks about her experience coming to the U.S. at the age of 8 from the Democratic Republic of Congo and how her family had to assimilate to a new culture, leading to culture loss and feelings of identity crisis, being classified as a refugee, as well as other challenges related to navigating the immigrant experience. After discovering that she was a DACA student before graduating from high school along with the fear of deportation looming over her head, she had to postpone her education and focus on family. In May 2022, Omba completed her Masters in Health Administration and after 32 years of being in the States, she now has her permanent residency. She discusses how her faith in God helped her throughout her journey as well as key organizations in the Charlotte area that supported her in the immigration process. She concludes by sharing what she's learned about herself throughout this journey and her confidence in who she is today.
To follow her Healthcare Executive Future Leader internship series, connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omba-marilyn-tejan-thomas.
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On Creating Culturally Relevant Art and Educational Materials (w/ Sharif Muhammad)
I'm joined by Sharif Muhammad who talks about his 20+ year commitment to detailing the black American experience through his digital artwork and teaching. He shares how growing up he couldn't connect in a meaningful way in most of his history classes because the history wasn't reflective of his family experience.
He discusses the types of stories he tells with his art, what he learned about himself and his creative process during the pandemic, and why he creates art with his children in mind and the type of future he envisions for them. His desire to make his art more accessible and affordable to reach more people within his community led to him creating the Black Cards which can be purchased on his website along with his other works: https://www.sharifmuhammad.com/home.
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On The Intersection of Photography and Culture (w/ Chukwunonso Captures)
I’m joined by Chukwunonso of Chukwunonso Captures as he discusses how he uses his photography to share his culture with others in the diaspora. This quest led to him starting the ‘Igbo Name of the Day’ series. We discussed Igbo naming traditions, navigating multiple cultural identities, the importance of language preservation, and how he intersects his culture into his photography.
Watch the full video playlist here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzdAw8f7EUlHFHyjohZYl1AZDfENkHh-_
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Pt. 2: On The Journey of Motherhood: Healing After Child Loss (w/ Mercy Akinwande)
TW: baby loss, pregnancy loss
After nearly 7 years of marriage and 11 pregnancies, I'm joined by Mercy Akinwande as she shares her struggles with infertility on the journey to motherhood. In honor of May being mental health awareness month, one of the reasons why we had this conversation was to try to eliminate or reduce stigmas associated with sharing about difficulties conceiving, going through pregnancy loss, and postpartum depression in our community through open conversations about each individual's personal challenges and how to overcome them. She also spoke on the importance of speaking up for yourself, being knowledgable about your rights as a patient, asking questions to your healthcare provider team, and other lessons learned through her experience.
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Pt. 1 - On The Journey of Motherhood: Healing After Child Loss (w/ Mercy Akinwande)
TW: baby loss, pregnancy loss
After nearly 7 years of marriage and 11 pregnancies, I'm joined by Mercy Akinwande as she shares her struggles with infertility on the journey to motherhood. In honor of May being mental health awareness month, one of the reasons why we had this conversation was to try to eliminate or reduce stigmas associated with sharing about difficulties conceiving, going through pregnancy loss, and postpartum depression in our community through open conversations about each individual's personal challenges and how to overcome them. She also spoke on the importance of speaking up for yourself, being knowledgable about your rights as a patient, asking questions to your healthcare provider team, and other lessons learned through her experience. Stay tuned for part two of this recording.
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Pt. 1 - HBCUs v. PWIs: The Black Student Experience
In this continuation of our Black in White Spaces series: HBCU v. PWI discussion, our panelists who are adult students at the university and graduate level as well as working professionals share their different experiences at HBCUs and PWIs. Some of the topics discussed were:
- what supports would help black and other students of color thrive at PWIs
- cultural advantages of being the majority at an HBCU where they don't have to navigate spaces where they are the minority
- uncomfortable moments where their self-awareness of their racial and cultural identities was heightened within their PWI spaces
- feeling like they have to be the cultural ambassadors at their PWIs, and many other topics.
Full video playlist here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzdAw8f7EUlEYbpMiLYg__QaljnxNF_BR
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Our 2021 LivesInMe African Ancestry DNA test winner had her results announced! Stay tuned for our upcoming programming through the Afrimerican Academy. Join us as we nurture the culture to thrive.
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The Black Faces in White Spaces is an interactive restorative conversation launched during Black History Month (2022) when the Afrimerican Academy junior leadership high school interns set us on track to further develop the conversation on Black student experiences at HBCUs & PWIs.
The 'Circle Series' is a collaborative & restorative effort to raise awareness & funds for the socio-emotional well-being of our multicultural STEAM students through circle discussions!
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Pt. 2 - HBCUs v. PWIs: The Black Student Experience
In this continuation of our Black in White Spaces series: HBCU v. PWI discussion, our panelists who are adult students at the university and graduate level as well as working professionals share their different experiences at HBCUs and PWIs. Some of the topics discussed were:
- what supports would help black and other students of color thrive at PWIs
- cultural advantages of being the majority at an HBCU where they don't have to navigate spaces where they are the minority
- uncomfortable moments where their self-awareness of their racial and cultural identities was heightened within their PWI spaces
- feeling like they have to be the cultural ambassadors at their PWIs, and many other topics.
Full video playlist here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzdAw8f7EUlEYbpMiLYg__QaljnxNF_BR
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Our 2021 LivesInMe African Ancestry DNA test winner had her results announced! Stay tuned for our upcoming programming through the Afrimerican Academy. Join us as we nurture the culture to thrive.
**Follow our business partner, Afrimerican Cultural Initiative: https://linktr.ee/afrimericanone **
**Join the #livesinmechallenge: https://bit.ly/33P7gKe **
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The Black Faces in White Spaces is an interactive restorative conversation launched during Black History Month (2022) when the Afrimerican Academy junior leadership high school interns set us on track to further develop the conversation on Black student experiences at HBCUs & PWIs.
The 'Circle Series' is a collaborative & restorative effort to raise awareness & funds for the socio-emotional well-being of our multicultural STEAM students through circle discussions!
BECOME A PANELIST: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JNLFSSK
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New York, My Village: A Conversation with the Author, Uwem Akpan
how to sustain your own culture in new cultural environments;
the role of media in influencing and perpetuating hate and misunderstanding;
ways that we can fill the gaps to building bridges of understanding in the diaspora; and
how the main character in his novel navigated the experience of being a minority among minorities in both the U.S. and his home country of Nigeria.
To learn more about the author, please visit his website here.
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Pt. 1 - Black Faces, White Spaces: The Black Student Experience at PWIs
To close out Black History Month, we hosted a live panel discussion with the Afrimerican Academy High School youth where they discussed their experiences as black students in predominantly white institutions in the Greater Boston area. This restorative conversation was on the plight of today's black students that carry on the legacy of Ruby Bridges. How far have we really come since November 14th, 1960 - a little less than 62 years ago? Watch the YouTube video clips here to see the highlights: https://bit.ly/3q5g5Y7
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Pt 2 - Black In White Spaces: The Black Student Experience at PWIs
To close out Black History Month, we hosted a live panel discussion with the Afrimerican Academy High School youth where they discussed their experiences as black students in predominantly white institutions in the Greater Boston area. This restorative conversation was on the plight of today's black students that carry on the legacy of Ruby Bridges. How far have we really come since November 14th, 1960 - a little less than 62 years ago? Watch the YouTube video clips here to see the highlights: https://bit.ly/3q5g5Y7
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On Blended Identities: Growing Up African and American (w/ Marlon Solomon)
In this episode, I'm joined by Marlon Solomon, founder and president of the Afrimerican Cultural Initiative. He shares how his Nigerian and African-American upbringing led him to create an organization focused on building bridges of cultural understanding in the African diaspora through education, technology, and travel. He speaks on some of the challenges facing communities of color in the Boston, Massachusetts area, how the #livesinmechallenge has impacted the lives of the African ancestry DNA test winners, and shares excitement on our upcoming collaborative event - Black Faces, White Spaces: The Black Student Experience at PWIs.
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Pt. 1 - MLK v. Malcolm X: Fork in the Road? (Bonus/Panel Discussion)
In our recent Circle Series live stream event for #MLKDay2022, our panelists discuss the legacies of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X. In these times of declining rights for black people and people of color in America, which leader's philosophy do we follow on the 'road to the mountaintop’ of cultural equity, inclusion, & healing?
In part I of this bonus episode, the panelists answer the questions of (1) which leader do they identify most with and why, and (2) what Malcolm X would say about black economics today.
'The Circle Series' is a restorative podcast series in partnership with Afrimerican Cultural Initiative where we will be exploring many different cultural topics of interest that will build community between African-Americans and African Immigrants in the USA.
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Pt. 2 - MLK v. Malcolm X: Fork in the Road? (Bonus/Panel Discussion)
In our recent Circle Series live stream event for #MLKDay2022, our panelists discuss the legacies of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X. In these times of declining rights for black people and people of color in America, which leader's philosophy do we follow on the 'road to the mountaintop’ of cultural equity, inclusion, & healing?
In part II of this bonus episode, the panelists answer the questions of (1) what MLK would say about black economics today, (2) sacrifices we are willing to make, and (3) what both leaders would tell us about reaching equality today.
'The Circle Series' is a restorative podcast series in partnership with Afrimerican Cultural Initiative where we will be exploring many different cultural topics of interest that will build community between African-Americans and African Immigrants in the USA.
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Lives In Me: Could This Be The Great Reconciliation?
In this panel discussion to kick off Kwanzaa, we aimed to address some of the deep rooted issues within the Black American and continental African communities and tried to find ways forward. We opened up with who lives in us, before going into past hurts and misperceptions, discovered similarities between both groups, and shared our admirations of each other. Could this be the great reconciliation?
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On A Daughter Finding Her Way Back Home To Her Father’s Land
In this episode, I’m joined by a special guest (who has decided to stay anonymous) as she shares her journey of trying to connect with her biological father’s side of the family. Through tears and laughter, she shares how her father’s absence affected her relationship with men, how therapy has helped her process her feelings about her dad, and the advice she has for others who are in a similar situation where they have no connection with a parent. Part 1 of our #livesinmechallenge episode series. Register for our upcoming event: Sunday, 12/26: https://bit.ly/3lC4HAJ.
On Cultural Revitalization Among African Millennials (w/ Chi Ononuju)
In this episode, Chinwe Ononuju and I discuss what and who are some of the drivers of cultural revitalization among African immigrant children, particularly of the millennial generation. We also considered who is responsible for maintaining culture (past and present) and some ways that our generation can do a better job in being intentional about passing on our cultural heritage to the next generation.
You can connect with Aunty Chi on her Instagram or buy her book on Amazon.
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Pt 1 - On Ways To Actively Serve In Your Home Country (w/ Leeda Nwafor)
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Pt 2 - On Ways To Actively Serve In Your Home Country (w/ Leeda Nwafor)
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Pt. 2 - On Relationships In The African Diaspora (Panel Discussion)
Full livestream here: youtu.be/lvAfoaarB60
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Pt. 1 - On Relationships In The African Diaspora (Panel Discussion)
Full livestream here: youtu.be/lvAfoaarB60
Become a panelist and let your voice be heard!
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For more information on Conversations from the Diaspora podcast, please visit the website: www.buildingafricasfuture.today/.
On African Language Study and Preservation (w/ Adebayo Adegbembo)
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On Reconnecting and Investing in the African Continent (w/ Kea Simmons)
In Part 1 of the Motherland Series, I'm joined by Kea Simmons, U.S. military veteran and co-founder of World Views Travel Group. She shares her love for purposeful traveling and investing in the African Continent through her organization, as well as the different ways in which she is able to give back to the communities and supports the local businesses in the various countries she travels to. Kea discusses how discovering her Kenyan ancestry helped fuel her passion for traveling and connecting members of the African diaspora to the Continent and how traveling has changed her perception of the world around her. It is Kea's hope that people get to know Africa for themselves and find ways to successfully integrate into the systems in place.
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On Growing Up Afro-Latina - Meet the Author: Rukia K.
In this episode, I'm joined by Rukia K., author of Latina Looks Like Me/ Latina Como Yo. She discusses why she dedicated her book to her inner child, what life was like growing up in Michigan in a Tanzanian-Panamanian home, the constant need to explain her Afro-Latino heritage, and how she shares her multicultural heritage with her son. Rukia K. is the author and founder of Latina Looks Like Me, an empowerment brand dedicated to educating the world about the diversity and beauty of the Latino culture. The Michigan native is a second-generation immigrant born to parents from Tanzania and Panama. She is an Afro-Latina who is proud of her culture and excited to have a platform that caters to her community. For more information, visit www.latinalookslikeme.com.
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(Pt. 2) I See You, Sis: A Conversation Between Sisters Across the African Diaspora
In the spirit of sisterhood, we see you, sis!
I chose this topic and the title of the event, 'I See You, Sis' in line with this year’s Black History Month theme on family. As we go through life, we add people to our families who might not be blood-related but love-related as some may call it. Close friends who have become part of your village, your support system, your extended family. Especially for those of us living in the diaspora, and who work or school or otherwise navigate systems where we are oftentimes the minority, it’s always nice to be able to identify with one another and be able to say, I see you, sis.
A special thank you to my lovely panelists: Kathy, Toynia, Keturah, and Emmanuelle.
Thank you also to Afrimerican Cultural Initiative's founder, Marlon Solomon, for this collaboration.
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(Pt. 1) I See You, Sis: A Conversation Between Sisters Across the African Diaspora
In the spirit of sisterhood, we see you, sis!
I chose this topic and the title of the event, 'I See You, Sis' in line with this year’s Black History Month theme on family. As we go through life, we add people to our families who might not be blood-related but love-related as some may call it. Close friends who have become part of your village, your support system, your extended family. Especially for those of us living in the diaspora, and who work or school or otherwise navigate systems where we are oftentimes the minority, it’s always nice to be able to identify with one another and be able to say, I see you, sis.
A special thank you to my lovely panelists: Kathy, Toynia, Keturah, and Emmanuelle.
Thank you also to Afrimerican Cultural Initiative's founder, Marlon Solomon, for this collaboration.
Please visit the website for more info: www.buildingafricasfuture.today/
20 Lessons Learned from 2020
Hi BAF Family! Happy new year to you all once again, and welcome to SEASON 2 of Conversations from the Diaspora, a Building Africa's Future podcast!
In this episode, I reflect on the 20 things that I learned in 2020. What are some things that you learned in the past year? Do you resonate with any that I included in this list? Check out the video of this episode on YouTube: BAF - Conversations from the Diaspora.
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On The Black Experience at the United Nations & Other International Spaces (w/ Mr. Curtis Raynold)
In this episode, I'm joined by Mr. Curtis Raynold, a retired Secretary of the UN Secretary-General's Advisory Board on Disarmament Matters with over 30 years of experience at the United Nations. We discussed diversity and inclusion at the UN and other global organizations/spaces, how the UN has changed in the past 75 years, and whether we still need the UN in today’s world. He shares his experience growing up in St. Lucia and getting his start in the international field and offers recommendations to young black professionals who are looking to get their start in the field. Mr. Raynold can be reached on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/curtisraynold/.
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For additional reading on the topics discussed, you may visit the following links:
OP: International development has a race problem (2019).
What’s Keeping Black Students from Studying Abroad? (2015).
Amplifying black voices in international affairs. (2020).
Citing ‘weight of history’, senior UN officials of African descent issue call to ‘go beyond and do more’ to end racism. (2020).
When will the United Nations address its unjust internship policy? (2016).
OP: Unpaid internships are both elitist and damaging.
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Part 2 - On Learning To Love Yourself Again (w/ Anne Alobwede)
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Part 1 - On Learning To Love Yourself Again (w/ Anne Alobwede)
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On Being Raised African in America: Double or Triple Consciousness (#SabiSunday w/ @igboclassauntychi)
In this bonus episode, I was interviewed by Chinwe of Aunty Chi's Igbo Class (@igboclassauntychi). We shared a light discussion about my experiences being raised with African, specifically Nigerian, upbringing in the United States, and how I feel that growing up with these multiple cultural identities have shaped my worldview today. I highlighted the importance of young people being intentional about studying their native languages and cultural heritages and expressed my appreciation to all those that are championing efforts to teaching African languages, especially my mother tongue, Igbo. Stay tuned for a more in-depth discussion when she and I chat again!
Go to our YouTube page or Instagram to watch the live video interview: https://youtu.be/8A2NlOUXi-M.
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If you would like to learn the Igbo language, you may contact Chinwe @igboclassauntychi on Instagram. You may also purchase her Igbo book, Muta Asusu Igbo, here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1913455114/
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On OMUGWO: Postpartum Care in the African Diaspora, Pt. 1 (w/ Dr. Temi Aregbesola-Okere)
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Temi Aregbesola-Okere. Her passion for women’s empowerment, public health education and promotion, particularly as it relates to healthcare disparities in our communities led to her creating the Omugwo Box, establishing the Ireti Foundation, and the 'Live Your Best Life Momma' online course. In Part 1 of this episode, we discuss why our voices and concerns aren’t heard in medical spaces, the significance of postpartum care in the African sense, and the importance of speaking up and sharing our struggles with one another in order to learn and grow. Thank you for listening!
Stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode with Dr. Temi. You can follow Dr. Temi on Instagram @theomugwobox or visit her website https://www.iamdrtemi.com/.
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Reflections - What’s In A Name?
In this (relatively short) episode, I highlight some of the things I am excited about at the moment, such as finishing grad school and the audiobook narration I'm currently working on titled A Mother's Promise: A Civil War Survivor and Her Pursuit of the American Dream. I also discuss the importance of names as it relates to our cultural heritage, reflect on the 11 years since my dad's passing and how that has molded my perception of the world, and close with gratitude. Thank you for listening!
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On Navigating Racial Prejudice As A Black Man in America (w/ Rev. Stefan Weathers)
In this episode, I'm joined by my good friend and brother, Rev. Stefan Weathers Sr., to discuss his experiences living as a black man in America from his first police encounter as a teenager coming home from school, to the legacy of policing and slavery, the need for reallocating police funds, the importance of having representation in the classroom, in positions of leadership, and elsewhere, and what that means for young black and brown children, and the differences of perspectives he has from growing up in what is called the New South to now living and raising a young family in the North. Check out his website here: https://www.stefanweathers.com/in-my-ancestors-dreams
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African Women Panel: A Conversation Between Sisters
In this panel discussion, I'm joined by 4 lovely women from different parts of the African continent and we discuss our experiences as African women as it relates to our cultural identity, how we see ourselves as Black African women within the conversations surrounding black lives matter, what it would take to have a truly unified Africa, things we saw our mothers doing growing up that we would like to discontinue in our generation, colorism in our communities, finding our voice as African women after being raised mostly to be quiet about our feelings, and we close by giving advice to young ladies on what we have learned over the years.
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On Raising Children in the Diaspora: Conversations with my Mom (Pt. 1)
(Part 1) In this episode, I discuss with my mom some of the changes she’s noticed in our hometown since we came to this country in June of 1996 until now. She shares her experiences being an immigrant in this country and raising children.
[Raw cut : recorded in the car while sitting in the parking lot].
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On Finding Your Voice As An African Woman (w/ Yar and Amek Barkeui)
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[Segment] On the Age Old Divide Between Africans and African-Americans
On Birth and Motherhood in the U.S. & the U.K. and Mental Health Awareness, Pt. 2 (w/ Janet Jamesy)
In this episode, I'm joined by Janet Adeola Jamesy who was born in Nigeria, raised in the U.S., and now lives in the U.K. with her husband and small children. We discuss the differences in her experiences giving birth in the U.S. and in the U.K. and on raising her children in the U.K. She also discusses the importance of taking care of your mental health during and post-pregnancy (and in general). Janet started ReelMums to highlight more content on conception, prenatal, pregnancy, and postpartum care from the perspective of moms of color, as well as highlight those moms who are homeschooling their children. One of the major reasons why she felt the need to start this platform was to showcase these women who weren't adequately represented on the other platforms she followed. As we always say, representation matters!
Follow her social media platforms: @reelmums, www.facebook.com/ReelMums, and www.davidlovejanet.com/reelmums.
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Bonus Clip - Biafra: We Must Never Forget
If you would like to make a contribution to the cause, you can do so here: www.ipobinusa.org/donate. To learn more about the Biafran Restoration Movement, www.ipobinusa.org/ourstory. For FAQs, www.ipobinusa.org/faq.
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On Issues Affecting Our People At Home and Abroad (w/ Dessay Brown)
In this episode, I'm joined by Dessay Gray-Brown. We discuss what it means to be an African in America, especially at a time like this, with police brutality and the rise of racial tensions under the current administration. We also discuss perceptions of the American dream for family members back in our respective home countries and how the realities are different. We highlight the importance of passing down our cultural heritage to the next generation, talk about coronavirus and how it's causing tensions for Africans living in China, and ways that African governments should respond to these challenges and how they have failed us in many ways.
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If you would like more information on some of the topics discussed in this episode, check out the following links.
George Floyd Protests Spread Nationwide: https://www.cnn.com/us/live-news/george-floyd-protest-updates-05-28-20/index.html
'Central Park Karen' fired after calling police on black man: https://www.cnn.com/2020/05/26/us/central-park-video-dog-video-african-american-trnd/index.html
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On Black Birth Experiences and Black Maternal Health Awareness, Pt. 1 (w/ Tise Karunwi)
**You can check out her Pregnancy to Delivery series on her YouTube Channel: Tise Kay (https://youtu.be/32c3y6vSZik) and follow her on Instagram: @tise_kay **
To our listeners, how was your birth experience like? Did you have a negative birth experience as a black mother that you think was based on any form of racial discrimination? What happened? What do you wish could have been done differently, or what would you do differently in a future pregnancy, or what would you recommend to any soon-to-be moms?
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For more information on this topic, check out the following articles:
How training doctors in implicit bias could save the lives of black mothers: www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/how-training-doctors-implicit-bias-could-save-lives-black-mothers-n873036?icid=related
What Serena Williams's childbirth scare says about medical treatment of black women: www.vox.com/identities/2018/1/11/16879984/serena-williams-childbirth-scare-black-women
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On Identity and Sense of Community in the African Diaspora (with Azubuike Nwadei)
I am joined by another one of my good friends, Azubuike Nwadei, and we will be discussing identity in our community as African-Americans, as Nigerian-Americans, as Igbo-Americans, and as Biafrans. We discuss what each of these hyphenated identities means to us at different points of our lives, the concept of home, our experiences growing up - good or bad - that shaped us and our interactions with different members of the diaspora, at what point being African became "cool" or acceptable to us, and some of our hopes for the future as it relates to the kind of lives we want our children to have different from our own upbringings.
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Intro Song Snippet: Umu Obiligbo ft. Flavour - Culture (Instrumental)
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