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My Black is Transnational

My Black is Transnational

By My Black is Transnational

A podcast about Blackness and how (re)connecting back to our native homeland(s) and connecting with our fellow Black people all across the globe, while also benefiting from the land we currently live in, could be good for your lives. As Black people, we have the opportunity to have the best of both worlds, this podcast shows you how and why.
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S5E7- "Little Island, Big Expectations" with Dr. Shanna Stephen

My Black is Transnational Jun 01, 2023

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S5E7- "Little Island, Big Expectations" with Dr. Shanna Stephen

S5E7- "Little Island, Big Expectations" with Dr. Shanna Stephen

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts sits down with Dr. Shanna Stephen, a second-gen St. Lucian pediatrician based in South Florida. She shares her cultural journey, the influence of being the oldest daughter, her passion for patient advocacy, and her love for travel with her partner. Discover how her heritage and experiences have shaped her both personally and professionally, as she offers insights into the importance of compassionate care and the transformative power of embracing different cultures. That and more!!


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Jun 01, 202301:08:39
S5E6- "Faith, Finance & Fiction": Catching up with Michael Omole
Apr 24, 202301:10:16
S5E5- The Influence of Culture on Emotional Expression: A Special Episode w/Pansa Pansa Podcast

S5E5- The Influence of Culture on Emotional Expression: A Special Episode w/Pansa Pansa Podcast

On this special episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts serves as a guest along with Dr. Abi Fapohunda, a professor of Africana Studies at the University of Pittsburgh, on the Pansa Pansa Podcast with Ms. Kemi Seriki. They discuss African culture in the context of expressing emotions. They also discuss how it affects interactions with friends and loved ones, with parenting and even how Transnational African immigrants construct our identities as Black immigrants in the US.


That and more!

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Mar 30, 202301:42:29
S5E4- "Bounded by the Ancestral Bridges" with Peres Owino

S5E4- "Bounded by the Ancestral Bridges" with Peres Owino

On this episode Peres Owino—the award-winning writer and director of several tv shows and docuserieses such (i.e., Bound: African vs African American , African Queens: Njinga)—joins the show to talk about her transnational experiences and inspirations for storytelling. She talks about the relationship between African and African Americans and why giving African creatives the space to tell our stories is important for us to build the bridges that connect us back to our roots and our ancestors.

A fun conversation! 

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Mar 13, 202301:19:01
S5E3- "That 2% Difference is a big difference" featuring Rolake Balogun

S5E3- "That 2% Difference is a big difference" featuring Rolake Balogun

On this episode Rolake Balogun, a 2nd-generation Transnational Nigerian immigrant (and a newly minted Google employee) joins the show to talk with Dr. Ibe-Lamberts about her experience growing up. They also cover a range of topics: From African vs African Americans to Beyoncé not touring Africa to Black Panthers impact and even...ANIME!!! 

Check it out and enjoy!

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Feb 20, 202301:15:18
S5E2- "The Trauma of Money" w/ Jette Stubbs

S5E2- "The Trauma of Money" w/ Jette Stubbs

On this second episode of the podcast Dr. Ibe-Lamberts is joined by Jette Stubbs, a Bahamian born career/business coach and host of the Happy Career Formula Podcast. She discusses her immigration experience living in Canada and the challenges of racism that she faced in the business industry as a Black immigrant woman. They also discuss the trauma that Black people in colonized countries suffer from and how it affects their perceptions in "knowing their worth". 

That and more!

Visit us at www.blacktransnational.com

Learn more about Ms. Stubbs by visiting www.Jettestubbs.com

Jan 31, 202301:07:47
S5E1- Reintroducing & Reimagining Blackness: The Transnational 20s are a real thing!!

S5E1- Reintroducing & Reimagining Blackness: The Transnational 20s are a real thing!!

We're BACK!! Season 5 of the podcast kicks off with a recap of Season 4 and some life updates from our host, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts. Then, he discusses his observations on the rise of transnational activities and massive pilgrimages back to Africa, specifically West Africa. The "Transnational 20's", as he predicted in 2020, is off to a fast start (even faster than he expected).

That and more!

Check us out at www.blacktrasnational.com 

Jan 23, 202340:02
Season 4 Recap

Season 4 Recap

As we prepare to launch Season 5, here's a quick recap of some of the discussions from Season 4

Jan 21, 202303:36
Daddy-Daughter Talks IV (Season Finale)
Aug 03, 202229:35
S4E13 - Transnationalism Meets Abolitionism: The Mass Liberation Project

S4E13 - Transnationalism Meets Abolitionism: The Mass Liberation Project

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts chats with Alex Muhammad and Brandon Sturdivant, 2 of the 3 co-founders of the Mass Liberation Project, to discuss their goal for abolition in the Black community. They also discuss their “Return & Reclaim” project that brings African Americans to Ghana to reclaim their identity. That and more!
Jun 17, 202250:25
S4E12- Building Home, Building Bridges...Transnational Real Estate with The Downing Brothers

S4E12- Building Home, Building Bridges...Transnational Real Estate with The Downing Brothers

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts is joined by Anthony and Anton Downing of the Downing Brothers, a duo of Bahamian-American real estate moguls. The brothers share their story on how their journey started, their transnational connection with the Bahamas and how they leverage their expertise to expand their properties in both the U.S. and the Bahamas. They get into a discussion about how to empower more Black people to own citizen and property in other parts of the diaspora.
That and more!!
May 25, 202245:53
S4E11- Muslim AF!! Being Black, Transnational & Muslim in America
May 05, 202201:02:30
S4E10- "Onuoha means 'Speaker of the People'": Everybody vs Racism w/ Dr. Gerald Onuoha

S4E10- "Onuoha means 'Speaker of the People'": Everybody vs Racism w/ Dr. Gerald Onuoha

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts visits with Dr. Gerald Onuoha, a Nigerian-American internal physician, who is the creator of the "Everybody vs Racism" movement that has been popular on social media as a result of the George Floyd killing in 2020. They discuss their transnational background and how they can leverage it to create more anti-racist education and programming that pivots everyone of all creeds, background, race and culture against racism. 

That and more!

Learn more about the Everybody vs Racism by visiting their website at www.everybodyvsracism.org

Visit us at www.blacktransnational.com

Apr 25, 202249:24
S4E9- "Grounding our Children with Travelling Feet" w/ Ayana Francis

S4E9- "Grounding our Children with Travelling Feet" w/ Ayana Francis

As we wrap up Women's History month, we are joined by Ayana Francis, the creator and author of the Travelling Feets Children Book series. She discusses her transnational experiences and ties, immigrating from Trinidad-Tobago to Canada. She also shares her inspiration for creating this company and her books (her nephew Idris) and why she is driven to make sure that many children all across the diaspora continue to see themselves in her books and be inspired to learn, travel and appreciate more about theirs and other Black cultures all around the world.

That and more!

Learn more about Travelling Feet Books by visiting www.travellingfeetbooks.com


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Mar 28, 202252:41
S4E8- "Sincerely Focused on Autism and ADHD" w/Onyi Azih, PA-C

S4E8- "Sincerely Focused on Autism and ADHD" w/Onyi Azih, PA-C

Happy International Women's Day! On this episode, we are joined by Onyi Azih, the woman behind the successful motherhood, lifestyle blog, Sincerely Onyi. In addition to practicing Psychiatry as a Physician Assistant, we also discuss her upbringing as a 2nd Gen Nigerian, her passion for wellness, her life as an Autism mom with ADHD and how culture influenced her ability to balance life and mental health beautifully. That and more!

Follow Onyi on IG @SincerelyOnyi

Visit us at www.blacktransnational.com



Mar 08, 202237:00
S4E7- "A Convo with Jeremy Kofi"

S4E7- "A Convo with Jeremy Kofi"

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts meets with Jeremy Kofi, creator and host of the "The Jeremy Kofi Convo" show/podcast, to talk about his transnational experience. They talk about the importance of having authentic, vulnerable conversations in our community and how constant conversations and exposure can help bridge the gap between African immigrants and African American. 

Learn more about the Jeremy Kofi Convo at www.jeremykofi.com

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Mar 01, 202250:30
S4E6- The Struggle of the Six Figure Black Woman: Crossover Episode with LOTSFW Podcast

S4E6- The Struggle of the Six Figure Black Woman: Crossover Episode with LOTSFW Podcast

The collab you’ve been waiting for! Dr. Ibe-Lamberts joins Chi Chi & NG of the Lessons of the Sox Figure Woman Podcast to talk about the challenges for successful professional Black women to find love. Are men intimidated? Scared? Should women be submissive regardless of success? Are arranged marriages cool now? Take a listen to find out!
Feb 23, 202201:17:06
S4E5- "Too African to be American, Too American to be African” w/Dr. Nadia Sasso

S4E5- "Too African to be American, Too American to be African” w/Dr. Nadia Sasso

On this episode. We are joined by filmmaker and creative Dr. Nadia Sasso, representing Sierra Leone, to discuss her documentary “Am I too African to be American, too American to be African?” which tells the story and challenges of the transnational experience. We discuss why the importance the stories of Africans in America need to be told through filmmaking. That and more!

Learn more about  Dr. Sasso at www.nadiamariesasso.com

Visit us at www.blacktransnational.com

Feb 15, 202258:35
S4E4- "Ye Wo Krom!! Everywhere We Dey There" with Eddie Oppong

S4E4- "Ye Wo Krom!! Everywhere We Dey There" with Eddie Oppong

On this episode, we are joined by Ghanaian American Mr. Eddie Oppong, an artist, storyteller and fashion designer about his story growing up immigrant, embracing his identity and using his art to create and tell his stories. We talk about how his transnational experiences influenced his latest clothing label "Ye Wo Krom" which means "We're Here!!". We talk about why this is a powerful transnational statement to make for the past, present and future. That and more!

Check out our new website at www.blacktransnational.com

Feb 09, 202250:27
S4E3- "Parents Just Don't Understand": Part 2 of an Intergenerational Conversation between African Immigrants and their Children

S4E3- "Parents Just Don't Understand": Part 2 of an Intergenerational Conversation between African Immigrants and their Children

This is the second installment of a special, collaborated miniseries recorded live in collaboration with the PansaPansa Podcast.
We continue our a three-part discussion series by featuring the voices of those who are children of African immigrants. Moderated by Dr. Ibe-Lamberts, six speakers representing Ghana, Nigeria, Togo, Liberia, Guinea and Congo speak about their experiences growing up immigrants, negotiating their cultural identity and wishing to be heard by their parents. See how it’s broken down below and stay tuned for part 3 coming up.

Part 1- Parents speak (Dec. 4th, 2021) Part 2- children speak (Jan. 29th, 2022) Part 3- Both listen to one another (TBD)
Feb 03, 202202:01:49
S4E2- "Raising African Immigrants in America": Part 1 of an Intergenerational Conversation between African Immigrants and their Children

S4E2- "Raising African Immigrants in America": Part 1 of an Intergenerational Conversation between African Immigrants and their Children

This is a special, collaborated episode that was recorded live with PansaPansa Podcast. 

African Immigrant parents and children need to have a real conversation—a real heart-to-heart that our culture sometimes never permits for whatever reason. A lot of us who grew up in African Immigrant homes (or just immigrant homes in general) have upbringings that we relate to and sometimes commiserate about. We’ve done a few episodes about this in season 2. There is a generational gap, sometimes fueled by tension and other times simply a disconnect because of a lack of understanding. Children don’t know what their parents are going through while raising them and parents always don’t allow their relationship with their children to evolve as their children grow older. It’s a dynamic that only those who live it, understand it. But our parents are getting older and we still need to find ways to learn lessons from one another, to heal. So with @pansa.pansaforum and @bridgingafricansblackamericans, we developed a three-part series to make this bring this conversation to you. This is part 1. See how it’s broken down below and stay tuned for part 2 coming up.

Part 1- Parents speak (Dec. 4th, 2021) Part 2- children speak (Jan. 29th, 2022) Part 3- Both listen to one another (TBD)

Jan 27, 202202:05:18
S4E1- COVID is Alive and Well....but so is Transnationalism!!
Jan 19, 202248:01
Season 3 Recap

Season 3 Recap

As we prepare to launch Season 4. Get back up to speed with what happened in Season 3

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Jan 16, 202207:45
S3E20 (Season Finale)-Pillow Talk w/Dr. Wanda:Truth and (mis)Trust

S3E20 (Season Finale)-Pillow Talk w/Dr. Wanda:Truth and (mis)Trust

On the final episode of this season, what better way to close it out that with our fan-favorite “Pillow Talk” conversation between Dr. Ibe-Lamberts and his wife Dr. Wanda, which hasn’t happened all season. On this episode we catch up with Dr. Wanda and what’s she’s been up to on her third pregnancy experience. They discuss the vaccine, cultural mistrust, parenting Black children post-George Floyd, their 3rd wedding anniversary and more!! Also stay till the end of this one for a great season wrap up.

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Jun 02, 202101:13:57
Daddy Daughter Talks III

Daddy Daughter Talks III

This is the third annual episode of the Daddy-Daughter Talk, where Dr. Ibe-Lamberts and his daughter Alicia Adaora, who is now 10 yrs old and a year wiser, have an open, random conversation on the show.  The two have a very simple, yet interesting conversation about anime, music, makeup, being a big sister, being Black and more!

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May 04, 202145:55
S3E19- "Preserve Our Culture, Protect our Children" with Mrs. Niyi Olu-Kuti

S3E19- "Preserve Our Culture, Protect our Children" with Mrs. Niyi Olu-Kuti

On this episode, we are joined by Mrs. Niyi Olu-Kuti, creator of the AfriKidz Club—an enterprise committed to promoting the African cultural heritage to children encouraging them to discover and embrace their African identity, and to celebrate their cultural values and traditions. She discusses why it's important to preserve transnational values in our children to help them in the future. She also discuss the presence of racism in the U.K compared to the U.S. and how she is addressing these issues to help educate children and their families about ways to address systemic racism.

That and more!

To learn more about AfriKidz Club visit www. afrikidzclub.com

Apr 27, 202101:05:09
S3E18- "What's in a Name?!": Why Black Immigrants change their names in America w/Abiodun Durojaye

S3E18- "What's in a Name?!": Why Black Immigrants change their names in America w/Abiodun Durojaye

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts and Mrs. Abiodun Durojaye, a doctoral candidate, discuss her research work which involves why African and Black immigrants feel the need to change their authentic African name to something more westernized in order to attain success. Does us being able to express our authentic self require a level of privilege? What do the African names that we plan to give our children mean for their potential opportunities to be successful in America. Is this experience only limited to immigrants or does this affect African Americans as well. We discuss all that and more!

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Apr 08, 202101:04:52
S3E17- "An Uncomfortable Conversation with an African Immigrant Parent" Feat.Ms. Kemi Seriki
Mar 29, 202101:26:00
S3E16- "My Black is My Music" w/Drey Skonie

S3E16- "My Black is My Music" w/Drey Skonie

On this episode, R&B artist Drey Skonie shares his thoughts about Black masculinity and singing R&B, speaking his truth about social injustice through his music, traveling back to African to reconcile with his roots, and why Black Americans building a relationship with the African continent is not as easy as it sounds. That and more!

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Check out more on Drey Skonie's music at www.dreyskonie.com

Mar 22, 202154:30
Episode 12- Pillow Talk: Gender Roles and the case of the Successful Black Woman

Episode 12- Pillow Talk: Gender Roles and the case of the Successful Black Woman

On this Women's History Month edition of Pillow Talk, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts and Dr. Wanda discuss their perspectives and experiences learning of the concept of gender roles. They also discuss the evolution of roles and expectations in relationships between male and female from their cultural upbringing how it factors into behaviors related to household while trying to unpack  the plight of successful Black women. That and more!! 

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Mar 18, 202101:01:22
S3E15- "Losing to Gain, Gaining to Heal" w/ Yinka Rufai

S3E15- "Losing to Gain, Gaining to Heal" w/ Yinka Rufai

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts is joined by Ms. Yinka Rufai, a Weight Loss and Healing Coach, to discuss, wholistic health, wellness, weight loss and discovering your best self. She discusses the cultural influences of body image, spirituality and guiding people, particularly women of color in identifying the appropriate motivating factors for losing weight in a healthy way.
Mar 15, 202101:05:27
S3E14- Level Up!! w/Francis Castillo

S3E14- Level Up!! w/Francis Castillo

On this episode we are joined by entrepreneur and author Francis Castillo who shares with us his story—from being born in Belize to how his Belizean roots inspire the publishing of his book 'Leveling Up". He discusses what it truly means to level up and why Black transnationals must do so in order to better themselves, their community and their economy. That and more!

Mar 09, 202147:37
Dear Jidenna (Special Episode)

Dear Jidenna (Special Episode)

On the day of his first birthday, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts dedicates a heartfelt letter to his son Jidenna.
Mar 04, 202127:17
S3E13 "Abeg, Pay Full Price" w/Damion Azibuike

S3E13 "Abeg, Pay Full Price" w/Damion Azibuike

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts visits for a very casual conversation with Damion Azibuike, co-founder of Abeg Train Me, a fitness company created in 2020 focused on providing personal training and fitness coaching for Black Transnationals. They discuss how the company was developed, and go into detail on why Black businesses struggle from lack of support due to patrons not willing to pay full price. Also, why everyone wanna be kings and queens? That and more!!

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Visit Abeg Train Me at www.abegtrainme.com

Mar 01, 202101:17:48
S3E12- "Wellness Over Wahala": The Power of the Village in Public Health w/Dr. Tomi Ademokun
Feb 13, 202101:10:34
S3E11- "The Miseducation of Two Negroes: Africans & African Americans" Featuring Blink

S3E11- "The Miseducation of Two Negroes: Africans & African Americans" Featuring Blink

On this episode...things get REAL. Music artist and entrepreneur Nelson Agose aka Blink joins the show to have a heavy conversation with Dr. Ibe-Lamberts about this issues that have divided Black communities on a global scale. We address the tension between Continental Africans or African immigrants and African-Americans, corruption in African, religion as a tool for fear used on both sides and bridging the gaps between both worlds...is it possible? That and more! 

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Feb 05, 202101:25:32
Growing up Immigrant Too! (Part 2)

Growing up Immigrant Too! (Part 2)

Our roundtable conversation continues on the second edition of our Growing up immigrant miniseries as our guests continue to share stories of their upbringing in their respective immigrant household. They also talk about how the benefits and the downfalls of their upbringing and what traits and lessons from their upbringing would they want to pass down to their kids (if they choose to have them). 

That and more!

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Jan 30, 202159:08
Growing Up Immigrant Too! (Part 1)

Growing Up Immigrant Too! (Part 1)

The second installment of our season's miniseries is here! What are some things we all have in common? What are our differences? What are some things we want to change or remove from our culture? This special episode features a whole new set of special guests invited for a roundtable discussion with Dr. Ibe-Lamberts focused on discussing our experiences growing up in an immigrant and/or transnational household. Ashley, Nemin, Hatu and Leslie share their stories of their upbringing in their respective household, the advantages and challenges these experiences contributed to shaping who they are now.

That and more!

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Jan 28, 202147:05
S3E10- "Pan Africanism, Feminist Hip Hop and....Beyonce?" with Dr. Msia Kibona Clark

S3E10- "Pan Africanism, Feminist Hip Hop and....Beyonce?" with Dr. Msia Kibona Clark

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts is joined by Dr. Msia Kibona Clark, an Associate Professor and Scholar in African studies at Howard University, to discuss her transnational experience growing up as a 1.5 gen Tanzanian American. They discuss her passion for the African feminist movement in hip-hop, cultivating African/Diaspora identities and how artist, such as Beyonce, are making strides to bridge gaps between African Americans and African immigrants. 

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Jan 15, 202153:24
S3E9- "Make Africa Home Again!" with Osagyefo Essoen

S3E9- "Make Africa Home Again!" with Osagyefo Essoen

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts visits with Osagyefo Essoen founder and creator of the “Make Africa Home Again” attire and the Akwaaba Experience, a company that focuses on reconnecting Black Americans in the Diaspora back with African, specifically Ghana. We discuss why tourism in Africa is not valued as much by Black people compared to European countries. How can we get other Black people, specifically African Americans, to see the investment opportunity Africa has to offer if they just....Make Africa Home again! We discuss this and more! Visit us at www. blacktransnational.wixsite.com/podcast

Jan 08, 202101:00:52
S3E8- "The MOOR You Know: We are not Black, We are Moors!" A discussion with Brother Kudjo El

S3E8- "The MOOR You Know: We are not Black, We are Moors!" A discussion with Brother Kudjo El

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts visits with Brother Kudjo El from the Cannanland Moors to learn more about the Moors— a word historically used to describe dark skinned people— and how the Moors are striving to enlighten African Americans who are still lost without a nation to reject the descriptor or Black to identify them. Is "Black" really a person with nationhood? Why do African submit to the description of Black? What is the impact of accepting that notion. We discuss this and more!


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Dec 30, 202047:20
S3E7- BABA: Bridging Africans and Black Americans with Abdoulaye Cisse

S3E7- BABA: Bridging Africans and Black Americans with Abdoulaye Cisse

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts is joined by African Educator and Community Organizer Mr. Abdoulaye Cisse to talk about his organization, Bridging African and Black Americans, also known as BABA. They talk about what inspired the creation of this organization and the importance of developing initiatives and programs that promotes self-sustainability in the Black Community, but also ways for both African immigrants and African Americans to actively support one another.

That and more!

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Dec 19, 202056:34
S3E6- "Ibibio Girls Matter!" Empowering Young Women with Mmekom Udosen

S3E6- "Ibibio Girls Matter!" Empowering Young Women with Mmekom Udosen

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts is joined by Ms. Mmekom Udosen, a future Biomedical scientist and Executive Director of a non-profit organization called, Iban Ifiok. First, we learn a little more about an overlooked tribe in Nigeria, the Ibibio people of Akwa Ibom State. We also discuss her upbringing as a transnational Nigerian American in Queens, NY. Finally, we discuss why she is so passionate about empowering adolescent girls both here and in Africa, addressing  health disparities, and normalizing mental health in African and African  immigrant communities. That and more!

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Dec 04, 202052:29
Growing Up Immigrant: 1st Edition (Part 2)

Growing Up Immigrant: 1st Edition (Part 2)

Our roundtable conversation continues on Growing up immigrant in America as our guests continue to share stories of their upbringing in their respective immigrant household. They also talk about how humanitarian and social justice issues in their native homeland, like the ENDSARS protest, affect them even though they do not live in that country or may not be born in that country.

That and more!

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Nov 28, 202043:20
Growing Up Immigrant: 1st Edition (Part 1)

Growing Up Immigrant: 1st Edition (Part 1)

Growing up immigrant in America is an interesting experience. What are some things we all have in common? What are our differences? This special episode is the first of our season miniseries where special guests are invited for a roundtable discussion with Dr. Ibe-Lamberts focused on our experiences growing up in an immigrant and/or transnational household. Marilyn, Alejandra, Temitayo and Dr. Osuji share stories of their upbringing in their respective household, the advantages and challenges these experiences contributed to shaping who they are now.

That and more!

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Nov 27, 202049:15
S3E5- "Black with No Boundaries" with Dr. Chinyere Osuji
Nov 14, 202001:10:19
S3E4- " A Sincere Faith in Regular People" with Temitayo Ade-Oshifogun
Nov 06, 202001:08:46
S3E3- Africa's Mental Health Matters! Feat. Vanessa Adebayo

S3E3- Africa's Mental Health Matters! Feat. Vanessa Adebayo

On this episode we are joined by Ms. Vanessa Adebayo, founder of Africa's Mental Health Matters (AMHM) to discuss mental health issues in the African community. We discuss her inspiration for finding AMHM and their mission to serve Black communities in the continent and diaspora in a time where mental health awareness is needed most. That and more!

Check them out at africashealthmatters.org and on Instagram @amh_matters

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Oct 30, 202055:55
Processing My Transnational Trauma

Processing My Transnational Trauma

In response to the recent events related to the protests and massacres in Nigeria, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts openly shares his thoughts about how these events affect Black Transnationals in the diaspora who are watching and affected by these events. 

Oct 23, 202031:42
S3E2- "Letting the World See You" with Sam Acho
Oct 12, 202047:37
S3E1- "2020 = The Worst Case Scenario."..So Should Black Transnationals Just Go Back to Their Home Country?

S3E1- "2020 = The Worst Case Scenario."..So Should Black Transnationals Just Go Back to Their Home Country?

Season 3 kicks offs with a quick recap of Season 2 (0:00 - 9:33) and Dr. Ibe-Lamberts sets the stage for what Season 3 will bring and also addresses the lack of changes in the world as 2020 remains one of the worst years in the history of civilization. Because Black Transnationals have another place to call home, does that mean that they have less to worry about? How are the current issues today perceived by someone who belongs to two worlds?

That and more!

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Oct 07, 202046:10
Season 2 Recap (Season 3 Teaser)

Season 2 Recap (Season 3 Teaser)

As we prepare for the launch of Season 3, here is a brief recap with highlights of some of our conversations from Season 2 to bring you up to speed!


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Oct 01, 202009:34
S2E20 (Season Finale) - 3 Murders, 2 Pandemics, 1 Black Nation, 0 Cures?? What a Finale!!

S2E20 (Season Finale) - 3 Murders, 2 Pandemics, 1 Black Nation, 0 Cures?? What a Finale!!

In the season 2 finale, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts holds no punches as he discusses at length the troubling issues killing Black people in an already bizarre year 2020, 1) COVID-19 disease and 2) Racism against Blacks. TIME TO GET REAL!! He discusses why health disparities and social inequities/injustices affect both African-Americans and Black immigrants/transnational; why we should embrace the Black rage as an appropriate response to current displays of racist acts in America and not subscribe to the tactics of our predecessors in the 60s; and why Black immigrants can no longer sit this one out.  It's time to shake the room...and the world! That and more!

Make sure to listen till the end for a special message to ALL the listeners and guests as we conclude season 2. Thank you for your participation and support! Please rate and review the podcast.

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Jun 04, 202001:31:54
S2E19- “Black Women Speak Chinese...and Speak for the Environment”: Gistin’ W/Stephanie Eyocko
May 27, 202001:13:40
S2E18- Gotaflika

S2E18- Gotaflika

2020 Independent-Music Award Winning Artist Gotaflika joins Dr. Ibe-Lamberts to discuss his transnational experiences, including migration from Ghana, his assimilation to the U.S., his campaign for water sanitation efforts in Africa, and his deep love and commitment to music and how his strong transnational connections to his homeland inspired his IMA's Reggae/Dancehall Album of the Year Award 2020 masterpiece, "Go Up". That and more!


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May 21, 202047:22
Daddy-Daughter Talks II

Daddy-Daughter Talks II

This is the second annual episode of the Daddy Daughter Talk,  where Dr. Ibe-Lamberts has a conversation with a very special guest —his daughter Alicia, who is now a year older and a year wiser.  The two have a very simple, yet interesting conversation about her birthday, her interests, being a big sister, and more!

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May 17, 202029:05
S2E17- Pillow Talk is BACK: Catching up with Dr. Wanda

S2E17- Pillow Talk is BACK: Catching up with Dr. Wanda

Our fan favorite Pillow Talk episodes are back. A fun conversation as Dr. Ibe-Lamberts and wife Dr. Wanda talk everything from pregnancy and maternity leave, to cultural identity and then about their upcoming wedding anniversary. That and more!

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May 12, 202031:47
S2E16- Black Unity vs White Supremacy: A Conversation with Brotha Hassan

S2E16- Black Unity vs White Supremacy: A Conversation with Brotha Hassan

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts speaks with Brother Hassan, a self-proclaimed African Griot and enthusiast of Haitian and African History, on the psychological impact of White Supremacy as a suppressant of Black Transnationalism and Black Unity.  He discusses the hidden agendas of white missionary orgs, his redemption from a nefarious path, finding his Haitian roots and more!


Let's stop the violence against Blacks, stand with Ahmaud Arbery. Visit www.runwithmaud.com

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May 07, 202057:35
S2E15 - Forbidden Topics and Taboo with Biodun Abudu
Mar 27, 202057:09
S2E14- "We are Cultural Ambassadors": Discussing Black Positionality and the Nigerian Ban from the US w/ Dr. Ifeyinwa Onyenekwu

S2E14- "We are Cultural Ambassadors": Discussing Black Positionality and the Nigerian Ban from the US w/ Dr. Ifeyinwa Onyenekwu

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts visits with Dr. Ifenyinwa Onyenekwu of Stonybrook University and they have a very enriching conversations related to Black positionality, critical race analysis, the concept of "Poverty porn", Nigeria being added to the US list and more!


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Feb 27, 202001:12:29
S2E13- "What's GUD, Nia?" Discussing the Global United Diaspora with Nia Muhammad

S2E13- "What's GUD, Nia?" Discussing the Global United Diaspora with Nia Muhammad

To kick off Black History Month, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts interviews the founder of the Global United Diaspora, also know as GUD, Ms. Nia Muhammad. Nia shares her background story as an African American who reconnects with Africa. She shares with us her passion for Black unity, for travel and how she was inspired to create GUD to connect young professionals all over the world to contribute to the sustainability and growth of Africa and countries in the Diaspora. That and more!

Check out GUD on instagram @globaludiaspora

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Feb 07, 202047:59
A Transnational Tragedy: The Death of Kobe Bryant

A Transnational Tragedy: The Death of Kobe Bryant

A transnational perspective and a deep reflection by Dr. Ibe-Lamberts on the impact of Kobe Bryant's life and death on himself and the Black community, specifically Black men.  This is not a typical episode.


Jan 29, 202047:03
S2E12- Healthy Aging w/Anuoluwapo Osideko

S2E12- Healthy Aging w/Anuoluwapo Osideko

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts has a serious discussion with Ms. Anuoluwapo Osideko about aging in the Transnational Black Communities and some of the challenges Black people face when it comes to self-care and care-taking for our elders in the US and abroad. That and more!


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Jan 14, 202048:60
S2E11- The Transnational 20s: The Decade of Return

S2E11- The Transnational 20s: The Decade of Return

On this solo episode of the New Year 2020, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts shares his thoughts about Ghana's call for a "Year of Return" in 2019 and what that could mean of other countries and for Black people in the Diaspora. He also discusses resolutions and hopes for the 2020 being a year of bridges built and newly developed transnational connections by Black people in the US and all over the globe. That and more!

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Jan 02, 202025:24
S2E10- "My Culture Guides My Life": Discussing the Dual Citizen Brand w/Maria Ajao
Dec 18, 201945:10
S2E9- Let's Gist: The Opening "Verse" W/Lesley Gwam
Dec 09, 201953:49
S2E8- The New Renaissance of African Cultural Exploration Featuring Mike Abrantie
Dec 02, 201951:19
S2E7- Pillow Talk/Baby Talk w/ Dr. Wanda
Nov 23, 201930:27
S2E6: Mental Health & Black Girl Magic w/ Victoria McNeil.

S2E6: Mental Health & Black Girl Magic w/ Victoria McNeil.

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts discusses mental health and coping strategies for Black girls and women with Ms. (soon to be Dr.)Victoria McNeil from the University of Florida. They discuss stressors, coping strategies, racism and imagery towards Black women. That and more!
Nov 09, 201943:23
S2E5- What is Discover Gidi?
Nov 02, 201953:20
S2E4- "Let's Gist”:Talking Culture and Entertainment with Ms. Jessica Imarenezor
Oct 26, 201941:06
S2E3- "There's Rice at Home...Away from Home":Discussing OjaExpress with Boye Sobitan
Oct 20, 201927:33
S2E2- Let's Gist: Boarding School, Bioengineering and.....Brunch? Chatting with George Lokko.
Oct 11, 201958:24
S2E1- Transnationalism vs Xenophobia

S2E1- Transnationalism vs Xenophobia

Is Transnationalism the cure for xenophobia?? Season 2 begins with Dr. Ibe-Lamberts welcoming us back and giving us a brief refresher on Transnationalism and discusses the concept of xenophobia its presence in African countries but also among Black people here in America.

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Oct 03, 201938:10
Episode 17- "Akátá" Must Go! (Season Finale)

Episode 17- "Akátá" Must Go! (Season Finale)

On the season finale of the podcast, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts discusses the word Akátá— a word commonly used in a derogatory fashion to profile African Americans— and how this word plays a critical role in the division between African Americans and Transnational African immigrants. He discusses its origin, its application and why its needs to stop being used. 

Also, he takes this episode to close out season one with some parting words and some commendations. Be sure to listen all the way through!

Thank you all for a great season. Season 2 will be even greater!!

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May 28, 201938:27
Episode 16: My Black is Transnational...but French: A Discussion about French speaking African immigrants in America
May 13, 201944:18
Mother's Day Pillow Talk

Mother's Day Pillow Talk

On this special bonus episode, Dr. Mom (Dr. Wanda) talks about motherhood—its blessings and challenges—and how she thinks about mothering from a transnational standpoint but also simply as a Black woman raising a young Black girl. 

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May 13, 201919:20
Episode 15: "Daddy-Daughter Talk"
Apr 26, 201927:19
Episode 14: Playing Games with Thrones: Are we all Really from Royalty?

Episode 14: Playing Games with Thrones: Are we all Really from Royalty?

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts shares his thoughts about the (over)use of the words "kings" and "queens" in the Black community and how that can possibly serve as a contaminant for Black people really reconnecting with their true historical ties.  Where did the concept of royalty come from in our human society? How does it factor into our society today? How does it bode for the future? All this and more!


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Apr 15, 201937:41
Episode 13: Hometown Hussle: Discussing Hometown Associations and the Death of Nipsey Hussle

Episode 13: Hometown Hussle: Discussing Hometown Associations and the Death of Nipsey Hussle

In this two-part episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts defines and describes what hometown associations are in the transnational immigrant community and the potential impact they have in their lives as central spaces in their communities. In the second part he reflects on the murder of rapper/activist/real estate mogul Nipsey Hussle and the impact it has the Black community.

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Apr 04, 201944:23
Episode 11- Nama"STAY" in Africa: Discussing Yoga, Health, Transnationalism and Womanhood.

Episode 11- Nama"STAY" in Africa: Discussing Yoga, Health, Transnationalism and Womanhood.

On this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts is joined by guest Ms. Darling Amoo, a transnational Ghanaian yoga instructor and health promoter based in Ghana, to talk about the successes and challenges in promoting the practice of Yoga in Western Africa. She also shares with us her transnational experiences living in the United States and her thoughts on womanhood experienced as a transnational. That and more!! 


You can follow Ms. Amoo on instagram at @namasteyogagh or you can check our her studio's page @theyogastudioaccra. 


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Mar 14, 201945:06
Episode 10- Afrobeats Makes the World Get Down! Feat. Titi LoKei

Episode 10- Afrobeats Makes the World Get Down! Feat. Titi LoKei

Transnational Nigerian artist Titi LoKei joins the show to discuss afrobeats music, hiphop, Black culture and what this music can do for both the African and African American communities.


Check out Titi Lokei's new single "African Dance"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_ghByonp90


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Mar 06, 201936:18
Episode 9- Do Africans Manage Money Differently than African Americans?

Episode 9- Do Africans Manage Money Differently than African Americans?

Latest episode of My Black is Transnational features an interview with Transnational CPA and financial expert Jeff Badu of Badu Enterprises. Jeff shares his expertise on money management and his experience working with people who are African immigrants and African Americans. Financial wealth and health matters to the growth of any community. That and more! 

Learn more of Mr. Badu’s work at www.jeffbadu.com. 

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Feb 27, 201933:58
Episode 8- "The Doorway of Return": Reconnecting Back to Africa

Episode 8- "The Doorway of Return": Reconnecting Back to Africa

On this episode we are joined by guest Dr. Omavi Bailey who discusses his experiences reconnecting back with Africa and becoming a transnational. He also discusses the "doorway of return" in Benin and how it is becoming a landmark for welcoming back those whose ancestors were taken and lost through slavery. The message is clear: Blacks can and should become transnationals! That and more!! 

Learn more about "The Way of Remembering" and "The Doorway of Return" at https://prometra.org 

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Feb 21, 201901:00:14
Episode 7- Transnationally in Love: Pillow Talk (Valentine's Day Edition)
Feb 14, 201901:02:19
Episode 6- Being Black is Complicated!! A Conversation..
Feb 04, 201953:53
Episode 5- Going Mental.....Health

Episode 5- Going Mental.....Health

Special Guest Mrs. (future Dr.) Latifat Cabirou joins Dr. Ibe-Lamberts to discuss the topic of mental health and stress among African immigrants and African Americans. Issues such as race-related stress, acculturative stress, therapy, stigmas coping strategies and more are covered in this interview. Check it out!
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Jan 31, 201940:34
Episode 4- Pillow Talk: Becoming Transnational (Part II)

Episode 4- Pillow Talk: Becoming Transnational (Part II)

This episode Dr. Ibe-Lamberts features his wife, Dr. Wanda, as she shares her experience as an African American traveling back to Nigeria for the second time and spending time in a village in Imo State
Jan 10, 201947:33
Episode 3-My Food is Transnational

Episode 3-My Food is Transnational

Dr. Ibe-Lambert’s discusses how transnationalism interacts with food and health in the Transnational and overarching Black community.
Dec 15, 201839:50
Episode 2-Pillow Talk: Becoming Transnational

Episode 2-Pillow Talk: Becoming Transnational

On this relaxed episode, Dr. Kelechi Ibe-Lamberts and special guest Dr. Wanda have a casual conversation about the transnational experience and how Kelechi realized his transnational identity immigrating from Nigeria and his self construction of his Black identity to assimilate to the African American culture
Nov 23, 201848:20
Episode 1-Transnationalism 101

Episode 1-Transnationalism 101

On the inaugural episode of this podcast, host Dr. Kelechi Ibe-Lamberts gives a scattered overview on the concept of transnationalism and how it applies to various populations, especially the Black population in America.

Nov 18, 201851:21
How did we get here? Where do we go from here?? (Pilot)

How did we get here? Where do we go from here?? (Pilot)

Introducing the My Black is Transnational Podcast. Show creator and host Dr. Kelechi Ibe-Lamberts discusses how he came about with the idea for the show, what the show is about and what is to come. Feel free to connect @blacktransnational_ or leave a voice message on anchor.
Nov 07, 201806:57