White Label American
289 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 62 ratingsDiscover the incredible stories and experiences of immigrants from all backgrounds with ”White Label American,” a podcast hosted by a Nigerian-born immigrant and Navy veteran. This podcast began by focusing on immigrants in NYC and the United States but has since expanded to include fascinating individuals and couples from all over the world. Join us and help us break down the artificial walls that keep us from knowing and understanding one another!
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EP 58: Mamadou et Bineta, N'Djamena, Handling a Career in Media & Nursing, ft Nathalie Beasnael
December 02, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 178 MBNathalie is taking Black Girl Magic to a new level. Nathalie's impact on both the medical and media spaces has impacted lives across many countries, cities, and continents. She tells you that she is small in size, however, she is tall in strides. The energy that she brings to the table is so welcoming and when you hear her story you get to understand why, she is just a lovely soul who takes us through two major west African cities, Dallas and more. So much history and culture in this episode...
EP 58: Mamadou et Bineta + Handling a Career in Media & Nursing ft Nathalie Beasnael
December 02, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 178 MBNathalie is taking Black Girl Magic to a new level. Nathalie's impact on both the medical and media spaces has impacted lives across many countries, cities, and continents. She tells you that she is small in size, however, she is tall in strides. The energy that she brings to the table is so welcoming and when you hear her story you get to understand why, she is just a lovely soul who takes us through two major west African cities, Dallas and more. So much history and culture in this episode...
EP 57: Titanic Tales, Hotel Mgt in Dublin & NYC, Irish vs Nigerian Guinness ft Mark Butler
November 25, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 160 MBI have been fortunate to come in contact with many good people, some I can call a friend. Mark Butler is one of such people. Mark is also from a family that has plenty of amazing stories when it comes to life, migration, and most important of all being an all-around good person. Mark is from one of those families that I would love to have featured together. You get to know why he is also a good sport. Also, Cameroonian and Ghanaian folks know that only Irish and Nigerian Guinness counts th...
EP 56: Italian Heritage & Last Wishes ft Brian Parise
November 18, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 186 MBBrian Parise is an award-winning writer, standup comedian, pasta lover, and super-duper uncle who is an absolute joy to chat with about his Italian heritage, getting into comedy, unraveling a dark moment from my past, and his new album 'Last Wishes.' Shout out to 3GO for giving me another fantastic guest. Last Wishes is available everywhere, follow the link below and enjoy a fantastic comedy album. https://800pgr.lnk.to/pariseIN WLA is also on Patreon, come join and build a new comm...
EP 56: Last Wishes ft Brian Parise
November 18, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 186 MBBrian Parise is an award-winning writer, standup comedian, pasta lover, and super-duper uncle who is an absolute joy to chat with about his Italian heritage, getting into comedy, unraveling a dark moment from my past, and his new album 'Last Wishes.' Shout out to 3GO for giving me another fantastic guest. Last Wishes is available everywhere, follow the link below and enjoy a fantastic comedy album. https://800pgr.lnk.to/pariseIN WLA is also on Patreon, come join and build a new comm...
EP 55: Live to Impress Yourself Ft Deuce Griggs
November 11, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 173 MBNow and then we come across people who just have that presence that makes you want to sit down and listen, you can feel the flow of realness that they represent. One of such people is today's guest, Deuce Griggs. One of my favorite personalities in Japan, Social Media & Tourism Guru Deuce Griggs. This man was the first Black person that I saw online talking about living in Japan, he opened my eyes to a world that existed and since then I began to notice other Black people in that part of the...
EP 55: Live to Impress Yourself, Power of Networking, African Print Kimono Ft Deuce Griggs
November 11, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 173 MBEvery now and then we come across people who just have that presence that makes you want to sit down and listen, you can feel the flow of realness that they represent. One of such people is today's guest, Deuce Griggs. Meet one of my favorite personalities in Japan, Social Media & Tourism Guru Deuce Griggs. This man was the first Black person that I saw online talking about living in Japan, he opened my eyes to a world that existed and since then I began to notice other Black people in that...
EP 54 : What Sets Your Soul On Fire, Mental State During Pandemic, Planet of Brenda Babies, ft Brenda Sarai Zuniga
November 04, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 143 MBThe studio gets an extra dose of energy whenever the first guest of White Label American is around. It's always great to have Brenda Sarai Zuniga blessing us with an honest conversation dealing with our mental state during this pandemic while also going back to our roots for some hilarious memories. Brenda also dives into her work as a mental health advocate, her brand new podcast, being a keynote speaker, and family. For more about early Brenda's life, check out episode 1. Be sure ...
EP 53: TK's Story, #ENDSARS, #ENDPOLICEBRUTALITY, ft Nnenna Tasie
October 28, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 183 MBThis episode is dedicated to TK (Tasie Kalu) who was taken from his family on July 4th, 2014 along with every other victim of the Federal Special Anti Robbery Unit of Nigeria aka SARS. It is also dedicated to all our brothers and sisters risking their lives for the betterment of all as they challenge and speak truth against the system wherever they may be, we are all in a similar struggle whether in Nigeria, Congo, Namibia, Thailand, or the United States and are in solidarity. #EndSars #En...
EP 53: TK‘s Story #ENDSARS ft Nnenna Tasie
October 28, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 183 MBThis episode is dedicated to TK (Tasie Kalu) who was taken from his family on July 4th, 2014 along with every other victim of the Federal Special Anti Robbery Unit of Nigeria aka SARS. This episode is also dedicated to all our brethren risking their lives for the betterment of all as they challenge and speak truth against the system wherever they may be, we are all in a similar struggle whether in Nigeria, Congo, Namibia, Thailand, or the United States and are in solidarity. For more insig...
EP 52: Latinnovating, Surround Yourself with People Who Want You to Succeed, Trombone, ft Graciela Tiscareno-Sato
October 21, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 124 MBIn the conclusion to our chat with the amazing Graciela, We navigate her transitioning from the Air Force, music, and family. I am now applying some of the gems that I got in this episode. The creativity from Graciela isn't limited to her businesses, she is about inspiring others. Graciela is about actionable inspiration, please feel free to connect with her on LinkedIn, Instagram, or reach out via her company's website below. Graciela Tiscareno-Sato www.GracefullyGlobal.com Music: Infrar...
EP 52: Latinnovating Pt2: Surround Yourself with People Who Want You to Succeed ft Graciela Tiscareno-Sato
October 21, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 124 MBThe conclusion to our conversation with the amazing Graciela. We navigate her transitioning from the Air Force, creative process, and family. I am now applying some of the gems that I got in this episode. The creativity from Graciela isn't limited to her businesses, she is about inspiring others. Graciela is about actionable inspiration, please feel free to connect with her on LinkedIn, Instagram, or reach out via her company's website below. Graciela Tiscareno-Sato www.GracefullyGlobal.co...
EP 51 Latinovating, First Hispanic Female Aviator Combat Awardee, Showing The Magic That You Do, ft Graciela Tiscareno-Sato
October 14, 2020 10:00 - 51 minutes - 96.9 MBThis is the Part I with a history maker in the Air Force, CEO, award-winning author, bilingual keynote speaker, publisher, wife, and mother amongst many titles. Creator of "Latinovating" which is amongst my most favorite words. Graciela Tiscareno-Sato is one of those people who makes the world a better place. In this episode and next week's, she dives into a journey that is another reminder of why representation matters. It was a great honor to have Graciela in the studio and I hope that ev...
EP 51 Latinnovating, First Hispanic Female Aviator Combat Awardee, Showing The Magic That You Do, ft Graciela Tiscareno-Sato
October 14, 2020 10:00 - 51 minutes - 96.9 MBThis is the Part I with a history maker in the Air Force, CEO, award-winning author, bilingual keynote speaker, publisher, wife, and mother amongst many titles. Creator of "Latinovating" which is amongst my most favorite words. Graciela Tiscareno-Sato is one of those people who makes the world a better place. In this episode and next week's, she dives into a journey that is another reminder of why representation matters. It was a great honor to have Graciela in the studio and I hope that ev...
EP 51 Latinnovating Pt 1: Showing The Magic That You Do ft Graciela Tiscareno-Sato
October 14, 2020 10:00 - 51 minutes - 96.9 MBPart 1 with a history maker in the Air Force, CEO, award-winning author, bilingual keynote speaker, publisher, wife, and mother amongst many titles. Creator of "Latinovating" which is amongst my most favorite words. Graciela Tiscareno-Sato is one of those people who makes the world a better place. In this episode and next week's, she dives into a journey that is another reminder of why representation matters. It was a great honor to have Graciela in the studio and I hope that everyone benefi...
EP 50: Don't Be A Lady Be A Legend, German Valley WVA, 1st Date with Host of WLA ft Verena Thoene
October 07, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 185 MBWe are back for a new season, what better way to kick it off and launch our 50th episode than to have the Mrs in the studio. In fact, two of my favorite people in the world were in the studio for this episode and it's a moment that I shall always cherish. Verena Thoene is a super-duper HR executive born in Muenster Germany, long before we would come into each other's lives, a lot went down that she tells us from being raised in Northwestern Germany by parents one of whom was a police office...
EP 50: Don‘t Be A Lady Be A Legend ft Verena Thoene
October 07, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 185 MBWe are back for a new season, what better way to kick it off and launch our 50th episode than to have the Mrs in the studio. In fact, two of my favorite people in the world were in the studio for this episode and it's a moment that I shall always cherish. Verena Thoene is a super-duper HR executive born in Muenster Germany, long before we would come into each other's lives, a lot went down that she tells us from being raised in Northwestern Germany by parents one of whom was a police office...
EP 49: Good Vibes Only ft Serwin Koller Rampersad
September 16, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 163 MBBahrain was a huge changing point in my life and introduced me to many wonderful people from all over the world. Serwin Koller Rampersad was one of such people. Serwin and I met during the Euro 2012 as rivals of opposing teams, after all our thrash talk a great friendship was born. Serwin's story begins before he was born with his parents also from diverse backgrounds and breaks away from norms to create their destiny. Fate would lead Serwin into Tennis early in his life which would become ...
EP 49: Good Vibes Only, Colored Pete, 2007 Wimbledon Final, Bahrain, ft Serwin Koller Rampersad
September 16, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 163 MBBahrain was a huge changing point in my life and introduced me to many wonderful people from all over the world. Serwin Koller Rampersad was one of such people. Serwin and I met during the Euro 2012 as rivals of opposing teams, after all our thrash talk a great friendship was born. Serwin's story begins before he was born with his parents also from diverse backgrounds and breaking away from norms to create their destiny. Fate would lead Serwin into Tennis early in his life which would becom...
EP 48: Don't Postpone For a Future That You Never See, ft Andres & Gali Gonzalez
September 09, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 230 MBWhat a pleasure it was to sit down with Andres and Gali for this episode finally. I was jumping between the Middle East and South America before Chicago into NY with a magnificent tour of South America in between. These are the kind of people who make you wish that you were bold at various moments in life. They are just breathtaking and lovely for their take on life. Enjoy learning about cultures, food, fascinating places, music, beautiful stories down the memory lane along with confirma...
EP 48: Don‘t Postpone For a Future That You Never See ft Andres & Gali Gonzalez
September 09, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 230 MBWhat a pleasure it was to sit down with Andres and Gali for this episode finally. I was jumping between the Middle East and South America then Chicago into NY with a magnificent tour of South America in between. These are the kind of people who make you wish that you were bold at various moments in life. They are just breathtaking and lovely for their take on life. Enjoy learning about cultures, food, fascinating places, music, beautiful stories. Music: Lovely Days by Infrared Krypto (lis...
EP 48: Kibbutz Community, Backpacking Around South America, Don't Postpone For a Future That You Never See, ft Andres & Gali Gonzalez
September 09, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 230 MBWhat a pleasure it was to sit down with Andres and Gali for this episode finally. I was jumping between the Middle East and South America before Chicago into NY with a magnificent tour of South America in between. These are the kind of people who make you wish that you were bold at various moments in life. They are just breathtaking and lovely for their take on life. Enjoy learning about cultures, food, fascinating places, music, beautiful stories down the memory lane along with confirma...
EP 47: A Different Mindset with Soldier of Life ft Khaleem ‘Kris‘ Canteen
September 02, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 183 MBI am so excited to have one of my favorite YouTubers as the guest of episode 47. Kris from Soldier of Life is an Army Veteran, Blogger, Fitness Enthusiast, Videographer, World Traveler, and Self Development Junkie who is always evolving as a content creator. Soldier of Life is an excellent channel for anyone considering migrating to Germany or just vacationing over there. Kris also has videos about his travel to other countries along with his German learning journey. Kris is a New Yorker...
EP 47: We Need To Look Out for Each Other, The Amazon for Beers, Different Mindset in Germany, 'Soldier of Life', ft Khaleem 'Kris' Canteen
September 02, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 183 MBI am so excited to have one of my favorite YouTubers as the guest of episode 47. Kris from Soldier of Life is an Army Veteran, Blogger, Fitness Enthusiast, Videographer, World Traveler, and Self Development Junkie who is always evolving as a content creator. Soldier of Life is an excellent channel for anyone considering migrating to Germany or just vacationing over there. Kris also has videos about his travel to other countries along with his German learning journey. Kris is a New Yorker...
Ep 46: Give Every Child Something No One Can Take From Them ft Kathrin Nagle
August 26, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 138 MBFrom the moment I got introduced to Kathrin, I knew that she was someone that I wanted to have on the podcast. Pandemic happened, and there was a delay. Delayed but not denied an opportunity to hear from a trained lawyer, photographer agent, diplomat, wife, mother, community starter, and founder of the first German in Brooklyn plus Manhattan. A story that kicks off in Munich, making its way to NYC, is a Brooklyn tale. There's village Grandma, hip-hop, food, and plenty of education covered ...
Ep 46: 1st German School in Brooklyn & Manhattan, Give Every Child Something No One Can Take From Them, Sense of Community in Brooklyn ft Kathrin Nagle
August 26, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 138 MBFrom the moment I got introduced to Kathrin, I knew that she was someone that I wanted to have on the podcast. Pandemic happened, and there was a delay. Delayed but not denied an opportunity to hear from a trained lawyer, photographer agent, diplomat, wife, mother, community starter, and founder of the first German in Brooklyn plus Manhattan. A story that kicks off in Munich, making its way to NYC, is a Brooklyn tale. There's village Grandma, hip-hop, food, and plenty of education cover...
EP 45: Winterpeg/A Man In Touch With His Creativity ft Oyinkro Kagbala
August 19, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 160 MBOyinkro Kagbala is an exciting man whose story took off in Winnipeg Canada, aka Winterpeg, followed by St. Vincent and the Grenadines (yes, I did look that up and Vincentian Creole also is spoken in the country), before settling in the UK. A man in touch with his creative energy (hello he is an Ijaw) from music to food, to videos and photos. It is always a pleasure to listen and hear from Oyinkro as he dives into his journey so far, meeting his business partner & close pal, finding his path...
EP 45: Winterpeg, Wear a Helmet, LSE, Creativity in The Family, Ijaws & Names ft Oyinkro Kagbala
August 19, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 160 MBOyinkro Kagbala is an exciting man whose story took off in Winnipeg Canada, aka Winterpeg, followed by St. Vincent and the Grenadines (yes, I did look that up and Vincentian Creole also is spoken in the country), before settling in the UK. A man in touch with his creative energy (hello he is an Ijaw) from music to food, to videos and photos. It is always a pleasure to listen and hear from Oyinkro as he dives into his journey so far, meeting his business partner & close pal, finding his path...
EP 44: Best Restaurant in Italia, The Florida A & M, Immigration, Naples, Italian Lock-down Restrictions, ft Mr & Mrs Diallo
August 12, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 200 MBWe haven't had a couple on the pod for some time. So it was a pleasure to have Abou and Theresha Diallo join us to share the journey that began across the Atlantic on opposite ends with fate bringing both of them together in Naples. We journey into Cote I'Dovire, the United States, and Southern Italy. A lot of music and food in this episode too. We even get a glimpse into what life was like during the lockdown in Italy. There were lots of topics that I would have loved to cover with Abou an...
EP 44: Finding Love In Italia & Coming To America ft Mr & Mrs Diallo
August 12, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 200 MBWe haven't had a couple on the pod for some time. So it was a pleasure to have Abou and Theresha Diallo join us to share the journey that began across the Atlantic on opposite ends with fate bringing both of them together in Naples. We journey into Cote I'Dovire, the United States, and Southern Italy. A lot of music and food in this episode too. We even get a glimpse into what life was like during the lockdown in Italy. There were lots of topics that I would have loved to cover with Abou an...
EP 43: Brooklyn in Andalusia and Pamplona, Sign Language Differ Per Countries, Get Out There & Travel ft Chris Archevald
August 05, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 177 MBChristopher Archevald is one of NYC's best ambassadors to Spain going five years. A man whose heart is always open to learning and embracing other cultures as he continues his journey in life. Chris walks us from Bensonhurst Brooklyn to Puerto Rico, and back to NYC. San Sebastian restaurants, burgers in Spain, festivals, love, music, and an important lesson when it comes to sign language. I am also glad to announce that Chris got accepted into the program that he applied for after this i...
EP 43: Get Out There & Travel ft Chris Archevald
August 05, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 177 MBChristopher Archevald is one of NYC's best ambassadors to Spain going five years. A man whose heart is always open to learning and embracing other cultures as he continues his journey in life. Chris walks us from Bensonhurst Brooklyn to Puerto Rico, and back to NYC. San Sebastian restaurants, burgers in Spain, festivals, love, music, and an important lesson when it comes to sign language. I am also glad to announce that Chris got accepted into the program that he applied for after this i...
EP 42: Coding Is A Language That Needs To Be Translated To All ft Josuel Musambaghani
July 29, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 202 MBEpisode 42 brings us to Josuel Musambaghani, one of DR Congo's most exceptional gifts to the United States. Discover why Josuel has a passion for education, healthcare, and social justice. But where did today's software engineer begin? Was he your typical geek like it's claimed on TV? Well, come find out as Josuel takes us on this lovely journey through lakes, rivers, a volcano, an HBCU, coding, and so much more. My episodes with Congolese guests are never dull, indeed! Josuel also takes vo...
EP 42: Goma, Assistant Professor, Virunga Volcano, HBCU Experience, ft Josuel Musambaghani
July 29, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 202 MBEpisode 42 brings us to Josuel Musambaghani, one of DR Congo's most exceptional gifts to the United States. Discover why Josuel has a passion for education, healthcare, and social justice. But where did today's software engineer begin? Was he your typical geek like it's claimed on TV? Well, come find out as Josuel takes us on this lovely journey through lakes, rivers, a volcano, an HBCU, coding, and so much more. My episodes with Congolese guests are never dull, indeed! Josuel also takes...
EP 41: Meeting Common Sense & Strength in Intentionality ft Jean C Romulus
July 22, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 203 MBThere is something about this episode's guest that when you come in contact with him, your life is never the same. He changes it for good. That's one of the reasons why I had to get Jean C Romulus on the podcast. Jean brings his journey through life leading into both the private and non-profit sectors to educate us on some cuisine (please do not listen on an empty stomach), history, his unique name, and amazing stories. Kicking off in Brooklyn, we head to the Caribbean, and West Africa. Jea...
EP 41: Haitian Cuisine, Meeting Common Sense, Strength in Intentionality, Heal-Haiti.org, ft Jean C Romulus
July 22, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 203 MBThere is something about this episode's guest that when you come in contact with him, your life is never the same. He changes it for good. That's one of the reasons why I had to get Jean C Romulus on the podcast. Jean brings his journey through life leading into both the private and non-profit sectors to educate us on some cuisine (please do not listen on an empty stomach), history, his unique name, and amazing stories. Kicking off in Brooklyn, we head to the Caribbean, and West Africa. ...
EP 40: Live Aid Concert, Let's Learn From Other Countries, We Can Make Healthcare More Equitable, ft Shafi Ahmed
July 15, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 133 MBIt's a pleasure to have the award-winning surgeon, teacher, futurist, innovator, entrepreneur, and evangelist about augmented and virtual reality Professor Shafi Ahmed bless us with knowledge about his life plus medicine, and technology. Shafi takes us from his childhood into his motivations for going into medicine, disrupting, embrace of technology, and futurism. I love the stories that he shares, and be sure to check out Shafi's Tedx Talks for more. I couldn't help myself but geek out a l...
EP 40: Let‘s Learn From Other Countries & Make Healthcare More Equitable ft Shafi Ahmed
July 15, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 133 MBIt's a pleasure to have the award-winning surgeon, teacher, futurist, innovator, entrepreneur, and evangelist about augmented and virtual reality Professor Shafi Ahmed bless us with knowledge about his life plus medicine, and technology. Shafi takes us from his childhood into his motivations for going into medicine, disrupting, embrace of technology, and futurism. I love the stories that he shares, and be sure to check out Shafi's Tedx Talks for more. I couldn't help myself but geek out a l...
EP 39: A United Family Can Be Divided By Lack of No Will ft Uzoma Nwachukwu
July 08, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 147 MBUzoma is someone whom I had known since my days in Port Harcourt before I migrated to the United States. Uzoma walks us through his journey in Nigeria, up to the present day. The importance of having a will and not repeating the same mistakes as our parents did. Contact Uzoma via either of the links below. Learn more about Legal Shield and having a lawyer on your side too. https://unwachukwu.wearelegalshield.com/ https://www.volkmannexpress.com/
EP 39: Country Music, Zemansky, A United Family Can Be Divided By Lack of No Will, ft Uzoma Nwachukwu
July 08, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 147 MBUzoma is someone whom I had known since my days in Port Harcourt before I migrated to the United States. Uzoma walks us through his journey in Nigeria, up to the present day. The importance of having a will and not repeating the same mistakes as our parents did. Contact Uzoma via either of the links below. Learn more about Legal Shield and having a lawyer on your side too. https://unwachukwu.wearelegalshield.com/ https://www.volkmannexpress.com/
EP 38: Rural Internship in the Amazon, It's All About Helping Someone, Why Are We Not Using The Tools That We Have, ft Rafael Grossmann
July 01, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 115 MBDr. Rafael Grossmann is an explorer, a discoverer of new things, a disruptor in the medical space, and a big believer in technology. Rafael is also the first surgeon to perform a surgery wearing a Google glass. Rafa takes us through his beginnings, his first surgery, why there's hope even in the face of automation. Rafael addresses why being a disruptor does not have to be negative and is essential when it comes to life. He also touches on indigenous people and technology, a critical point. ...
EP 38: Why Are We Not Using The Tools That We Have ft Rafael Grossmann
July 01, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 115 MBDr. Rafael Grossmann is an explorer, a discoverer of new things, a disruptor in the medical space, and a big believer in technology. Rafael is also the first surgeon to perform a surgery wearing a Google glass. Rafa takes us through his beginnings, his first surgery, why there's hope even in the face of automation. Rafael addresses why being a disruptor does not have to be negative and is essential when it comes to life. He also touches on indigenous people and technology, a critical point. ...
EP 37: The Crown of Newearth, Bullying Experiences, Conflict from a Spiritual Perspective with LGBT, ft Joy Chukwudi
June 24, 2020 09:00 - 2 hours - 223 MBIn honor of Pride Month, I decided to re-release episode 29 with aspiring artist, author, and songwriter Joy Chukwudi. Back during the recording, Joy had mentioned her book, The Crown of Newearth, that she had written, but due to circumstances, it wasn't on the shelf. The good news is that her book is now available on Amazon, so feel free to check out the link below and support it. Black Lives Matter, Black Trans Lives Matter, Black Women Matter!!! Link for The Crown of Newearth https://...
EP 36 : Hip-Hop in Hawaii & Japan, Brazilian Santa, There's a China Town Everywhere, Live Your Life To It's Fullest Potential, ft Desi Shedrick Pt 2
June 17, 2020 09:00 - 47 minutes - 90.9 MBWe continue our chat with Desi Shedrick, CEO of VET Clothing, in Tokyo. Desi dives right away into music (Hip-Hop) from Texas, Hawaii, & Japan. There's no way we are going to visit Hawaii and Japan without spending time on food. Desi also lets us in on his journey into embracing his entrepreneurial spirit. Desi also does acting, appearing in a promo for Rise of The Planet of Ape, Hawaii-5.0, Japanese commercials amongst many. We also get the story behind VET Clothing. Go check out VET Cl...
EP 35 : Awakened by Hawaii ft Desi Shedrick Part 1
June 10, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 143 MBThis interview covered so much that it's broken into two parts for your enjoyment. Here is Part I. Desi Shedrick is a United States Marine who I came across while watching The Black Experience Japan on YouTube. His story begins in the great state of Texas and takes us across the Southern Border, and introduces us to his life-changing experience in Hawaii and his first visit to Japan. The lessons that created the man who today makes me look good in his clothing outfit VET Clothing. Along wi...
EP 35 : Saved by Cowboy Boots, South of the Border Experience, Awakened by Hawaii, Marine/Sailor Experiences ft Desi Shedrick Part 1
June 10, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 143 MBThis interview covered so much that it's broken into two parts for your enjoyment. Here is Part I. Desi Shedrick is a United States Marine who I came across while watching The Black Experience Japan on YouTube. His story begins in the great state of Texas and takes us across the Southern Border, and introduces us to his life-changing experience in Hawaii and his first visit to Japan. The lessons that created the man who today makes me look good in his clothing outfit VET Clothing. Along wi...
EP 34: Be Open to Criticism, A Good Story Makes Good Art, Black Female Sexuality Expression, Be Easy With Yourself ft Lewinale Havette
June 03, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 161 MBLewinale Havette is an Atlanta and New York-based Liberian artist whose art tells stories of matriarchal power, female sovereignty, female sexuality, intercultural harmony, and African Spirituality. Lewinale, in this episode, takes us through experiences in different countries of West Africa, arts, music, appreciating black women leaders, black female sexuality, and so much more. I look forward to meeting with Lewinale at one of her exhibits in the future. Follow Lewinale on IG @lewinale a...
EP 34: A Good Story Makes Good Art ft Lewinale Havette
June 03, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 161 MBLewinale Havette is an Atlanta and New York-based Liberian artist whose art tells stories of matriarchal power, female sovereignty, female sexuality, intercultural harmony, and African Spirituality. Lewinale, in this episode, takes us through experiences in different countries of West Africa, arts, music, appreciating black women leaders, black female sexuality, and so much more. I look forward to meeting with Lewinale at one of her exhibits in the future. Follow Lewinale on IG @lewinale a...
EP 33: Birthright Africa, Soul Train, Growing Up With a White Consciousness, I Can Manifest Anything, ft Walla Elsheihk
May 27, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 153 MBI was lucky to have caught a Forbes article talking about Birthright Africa, as soon as I finished reading it I knew that I wanted to have Walla Elsheihk on the podcast. It did not take long after I reached out that I got feedback. Walla responded, setting up the interview, which unfortunately got postponed due to the lockdown. In the end, everything worked out, and I am glad that I did not listen to my insecurity and reached out. I enjoyed every minute of this recording. Walla takes us on ...
EP 33: Birthright Africa ft Walla Elsheihk
May 27, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 153 MBI was lucky to have caught a Forbes article talking about Birthright Africa, as soon as I finished reading it I knew that I wanted to have Walla Elsheihk on the podcast. It did not take long after I reached out that I got feedback. Walla responded, setting up the interview, which unfortunately got postponed due to the lockdown. In the end, everything worked out, and I am glad that I did not listen to my insecurity and reached out. I enjoyed every minute of this recording. Walla takes us on ...