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Afrolit BYE 2022, HELLO 2023...another one!Hey Afrolit Fam: Just like that, WE MOVE!! We started off the season with a solsode (solo + episode) lol so we are ending it with another ONE! Solo episode for the books!! I wish you all an amazing crossover into 2023!! Season 5 doneee, bye for noww! See you in 2023 Check out Afrolit's Social: https://www.instagram.com/afrolitpodcast https://www.twitter.com/afrolitpodcast Ekua's Info: https://www.instagram.com/ekua.pm https://www.twitter.com/ekuapm https://www.youtube.com/ekuapm

2022-12-2931 min

Afrolit BRB Doing the WERK ft. Ludi NsimbaHey Afrolit Fam: Welcome back to the pod!! Today’s episode of Afrolit with Ludi Nsimba. A friend of the pod, as well as a force to be wrecked with! A true global citizen (you'll hear where she's from), has served in the Peace Corps and now works from Prompt PR as the Chief Operations Officer. In this episode, Ekua and Ludi talk about how to stay motivated during uncertainty, graduating during the pandemic, and not feeling like you are wasting time as you stroll down unexpected paths. Check out Afrolit's Social:...

2022-12-2357 min

Afrolit Expect the Unexpected ft. Amanda Nyakela NyangoroHey Afrolit Fam: Welcome back to the pod!! Today’s episode of Afrolit is with none other than everyone’s favorite producer, Amanda Nyakela Nyangoro! In this episode, Ekua and Amanda talk about how to stay motivated during uncertainty, graduating during the pandemic, and not feeling like you are wasting time as you stroll down unexpected paths. Tap in to hear all of the INSIGHTFUL gems from our esteemed producer Amanda, the audio of Episode 3 is OUT NOW! Check out Afrolit's Social: https://www.instagram.com/a...

2022-12-1449 min

Afrolit S5 E2: Write the Script, Release it and REPEAT ft. Patricia KihoroHey Afrolit Fam: Welcome back to the pod!! Look at me being consistent!!!! My first guest of the season is the multi talented Patricia Kihoro!!! This conversation was truly so necessary and allowed us to go really deep into the process of creativity, letting imposter syndrome go, and understanding Patricia's roots of being truly an African artist. Check out Afrolit's Social: https://www.instagram.com/afrolitpodcast https://www.twitter.com/afrolitpodcast Ekua's Info: https://www.instagram.com/ekua.pm https://www.twitter.com/ekuapm

2022-12-0836 min

Afrolit S5 E1: I’m Back, time to be a villian…I mean VULNERABLEHey Afrolit Fam: I'm back!! Can't believe its been OVER A YEAR and we're in DEZEMBA!! Lord I've been gone tooooooo LONG but better late than never and we got episodes for DAYSSSS with drumroll....VIDEO cause when its UP and its STUCK! Check out Afrolit's Social: https://www.instagram.com/afrolitpodcast https://www.twitter.com/afrolitpodcast Ekua's Info: https://www.instagram.com/ekua.pm https://www.twitter.com/ekuapm https://www.youtube.com/ekuapm --- Send in a voice message: https://p...

2022-12-0122 min

Afrolit S4 E4 : Thing We're LEAVING in 2021 ft Rita BunatalSURPRISE!!! Yes - We got a NEW EPISODE!!! Hey Afrolit Fam, Season 4 has been a journey! I knew that we couldn't close out the season without something great! I was joined by Rita Bunatal, Entrepreneur and Founder of Malaika Apparel, Model and all around CREATIVE! We got into it and discussed: - How 2021 was just as hectic as 2020 - Covid Woes - Rita's Modelling Level Up + The Tea! - Deading FEAR and letting go of things that aren't serving us! - What we are looking...

2021-12-3154 min

Afrolit S4 E3: Being Peng Tings ft Black Gals LivinHey Afrolit Fam: We're coming in hot and it was such a blessing to have Jas and Vic of Black Gals Living from UK 🇬🇧 ! This was recorded back in April, so bare with us as reminisce on the "Road Map to Freedom" but what we really got into was the differences between Black UK Culture and US Culture. Grab some TEA and tap in! Remember to use the #afrolitpod to get featured! We Discussed: - What is the fuss about June 21? - Pandemic Handling between UK & USA - What is a R...

2021-10-2854 min

Afrolit S4 E2: Where The F*CK Have You Been??Hey Afrolit Fam, Where do we even begin? We've been gone! But it's not YOU, it was US. We had a lot of handle on the backend and we left yall hanging but the good news is that WE ARE BACK and we're gonna close out SEASON 4 with a bang. We discussed: - Where we both have been: Ekua + Lontia - What's up next and what we have in store We would love to hear YOUR VOICE! Send me a VOICENOTE and let's make it official: https://anchor.fm/afrolit/message

2021-10-2119 min

Afrolit Afrolit's Rode Cast SubmissionHey Afrolit Fam, As you know, we have been doing some behind the scenes changes and we came across this lovely competition. Listen to this new and improved trailer for Afrolit! Please make sure to VOTE for our episode and follow us on all socials! Check out Afrolit's Social: https://www.instagram.com/afrolitpodcast https://www.twitter.com/afrolitpodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/afrolit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/afrolit/support

2021-06-2301 min

Afrolit S4 E1: We're Worldwide African ft. ShirazeeHey Afrolit Fam, SEASON 4 IS HERE! I'm back with more conversations with new and noteworthy creatives from Africa and the Diaspora. I knew I had to start the season off with fire, so I was joined by Shirazee to discuss his story! We discussed: - What area codes he represents (+212, +229, +404) - First time in the studio + singing Michael Jackson without knowing english (francophone life) - Knowing that music was his ONLY choice, team #nodistractions! - What has inspired him to keep going in these PANORAMIC times. ...

2021-03-311h 09

Afrolit S3 E29: End of 2020 Episode | Season 3 FinaleWhat is GOOD Afrolit Fam! If you are reading this, YOU MADE IT! we're back with LAST EPISODE OF 2020! We through the events of the ENTIRE YEAR OF 2020 and discussed how we felt, what to expect up next for both, Ekua and Lontia. Bye for now and see you in 2021! Use the code AFROLIT to get 15% off your purchase of Custom Press- On Nails from http://nalasnails.com/ We would love to hear YOUR VOICE! Send me a VN and let's make it official: https://anchor.fm/afrolit/message Want Cute Promo videos...

2020-12-301h 22

Afrolit S3 E28: Keep Moving Forward ft MannywellzHey Afrolit Fam, welcome back to another episode. This week was a little different, I had the pleasure of hosting Mannywellz, Nigeria- Born, DMV Raised Recording Artist. He's gone on tour with Wale and Jidenna, just to name a few. Make sure to check out his new EP, Mirage out EVERYWHERE, link here: https://platoon.lnk.to/mirage We discussed: - Artist Life in Quarantine - Gaining respect from his bullies - The importance of activism + not being inspired - End SARS from his perspective - Inspiration for M...

2020-12-1951 min

Afrolit S3 E27: The Scenarios: Do you like him cause he has hoes?Hey Afrolit Fam, welcome to "The Scenarios" This is a new segment within Afrolit that will tackle situations that we may or may not have been in! We are ALL for the hypotheticals too. Send in your scenarios and we would LOVE to answer them and give them your feedback. Today's Scenarios: You meet a fine one and he tells you that he's TALKING to other people but even if he WASN'T he would tell you he IS cause that what he thinks girls like We would love to hear YOUR VOICE! Send me a...

2020-12-0537 min

Afrolit S3 E26: AFROLIT TURNS 4!Hey Afrolit Fam, we're back with another special edition EPISODE, today marks 4 years of the podcast!!! We had an open mic where we discussed: Afrolit's 4 YEAR ANNIVERSARY! The journey has not been easy but it has been so much fun! What a toddler afrolit is, excited for more! The COVID-19 Vaccine, what are we saying? will we take it? Why is there so much pressure when we turn 30 for women but men are starting to live their BEST LIFE Use the code AFROLIT to get 15% off your purchase of Custom Press- On Nails from http://nalasnails.com/ ...

2020-11-2450 min

Afrolit S3 E25: The Scenarios: Are you gonna post bae online or not?Hey Afrolit Fam, welcome to "The Scenarios" This is a new segment within Afrolit that will tackle situations that we may or may not have been in! We are ALL for the hypotheticals too. Send in your scenarios and we would LOVE to answer them and give them your feedback. Today's Scenarios: You are FINALLY internet famous (lol hopefully that's not your only life aspiration) and the loml (love of your life) wants to be posted on the Feed, what are you doing? Find out what Lo and Ekua do in this situation. We would l...

2020-11-1442 min

Afrolit S3 E24: Stay True to You Ft. Mahko NdlovuHey Afrolit Fam, welcome back to another episode. We had the pleasure of hosting the amazing Makho Ndlovu, on-air media personality and Host! She has been featured on E! News, Amazon Live and Wendy Williams Show just to name a few. However, at her core, she is a Zimbabwean Star and is proud to rep +263 everywhere she goes! We discussed: - How she got started in the industry, from Project Manager to Winning a MEDIA COMPETITION! - Being African in a very BLOND industry - The importance of our highlighting our OWN c...

2020-11-0857 min

Afrolit S3 E23: The Scenarios: Vibes were good but now he's on your story a lil too muchHey Afrolit Fam, welcome to "The Scenarios" This is a new segment within Afrolit that will tackle situations that we may or may not have been in! We are ALL for the hypotheticals too. Send in your scenarios and we would LOVE to answer them and give them your feedback. Today's Scenarios: You are vibing with a new potential SOMEBODY, things are good and then all of sudden: energy has switched but one thing that has always been consistent is they are CONSTANTLY checking your story/snaps! How are you reacting? Find out what Lo and Ekua...

2020-10-3136 min

Afrolit S3 E22: Just For Fun ft. Ntombi MoyoHey Afrolit Fam, welcome back to another episode. We had the pleasure of hosting Ntombi Moyo on the show. She is a well-rounded creative: Stylist, DIrector and Model. She's recently moved to NYC and we decided to catch up with her! We discussed: - Being Ndebele and What that means - African parents not understanding - Working hard at what you love!' - Letting what is FUN lead you - Everything counts as experience - Sustainability & Black owned business in the fashion industry - How...

2020-10-241h 05

Afrolit S3 E21: The Scenarios: Dealing with Corrupt CopsHey Afrolit Fam, welcome to "The Scenarios" This is a new segment within Afrolit that will tackle situations that we may or may not have been in! We are ALL for the hypotheticals too. Send in your scenarios and we would LOVE to answer them and give them your feedback. Today's Scenarios: You are in a foreign country to you within Africa and you get pulled over by the cops. What are you doing and how are you operating. This scenario was inspired by the #EndSars Movement in Nigeria, we stand with all the protestors and believe...

2020-10-1756 min

Afrolit S3 E20: Black women will WIN!Hey Afrolit Fam, we're back with another special edition EPISODE, we had an open mic where we discussed: 👏🏿 Breonna Taylor's Verdict + Now WHAT happens.. 👏🏿 Black Women Entrepreneurs Killing it right now...s/o Beyonce List 👏🏿 Megan the stallion's star rising to the TOP , regardless of ANYTHING! We will never support or condone violence against women. We stand with Megan! This episode was recorded BEFORE the verdict and we completely stand with the charges made against Tory Lanez 1st Episode of Megan's Situation: Click Here Debate Episode : Click Here Use th...

2020-10-1058 min

Afrolit S3 E19: The Scenarios: Can you REALLY date a celebrity?Hey Afrolit Fam, welcome to "The Scenarios" This is a new segment within Afrolit that will tackle situations that we may or may not have been in! We are ALL for the hypotheticals too. Send in your scenarios and we would LOVE to answer them and give them your feedback. Today's Scenarios: Imagine you meet someone and they are UBER FAMOUS in another country....and they rap...find out how Ekua and Lontia react Make sure to get your nails from http://nalasnails.com/ and use the code AFROLIT for 15% off your purchase! ...

2020-10-031h 03

Afrolit S3 E18: Black Art Matters ft. Jamilla OkuboHey Afrolit Fam, welcome to another episode of feel good content! We were joined this week with Jamilla Okubo, a Mixed Media artist with lineage from Trinidad, Kenya and Black American identities. Ekua and Jamilla are college buddies and hang out on the same twitter (lol!), but we thought it was important to highlight her journey and discuss the future of art, especially for Black and Brown people. Edited by Neil Balser We Discussed: -Jamilla's journey into the art world -Art Therapy for adults & kids -how to make sure you...

2020-09-261h 10

Afrolit S3 E17: The Scenarios: Dealing with an Abusive HusbandHey Afrolit Fam, welcome to "The Scenarios" This is a new segment within Afrolit that will tackle situations that we may or may not have been in! We are ALL for the hypotheticals too. Send in your scenarios and we would LOVE to answer them and give them your feedback. Today's Scenarios was quite DEEP and if you are sensitive, please know there is a TRIGGER WARNING: We discuss what we would do if we had an abusive husband, basically the very sad and unfortunate story of Barbara Tommey, who was shot and killed by her husband. W...

2020-09-1954 min

Afrolit S3 E16: We Deserve It All Ft. Polly IrunguHey Afrolit Fam, welcome to another episode of feel good content! We were joined this week with Polly Irungu, a Multimedia Journalist, Photographer and most recently: a founder of Black Women Photographers. Last month, her work was displayed on TIMES SQUARE but we were able to catch up with her and speak on the come-up. We Discussed: -3 Tips for photographers started out -What ACTIVISM really means... -How to stay motivated -What's up next -#Photographertiktok 😂 We would love to hear YOUR VOICE! Send me a VN...

2020-09-121h 01

Afrolit S3 E15: The Scenarios: They IG stalked you BEFORE the date, what do you do?Hey Afrolit Fam, welcome to "The Scenarios" This is a new segment within Afrolit that will tackle situations that we may or may not have been in! We are ALL for the hypotheticals too. Send in your scenarios and we would LOVE to answer them and give them your feedback. Today's Scenarios was quite trivial: The first one painted a picture of a very tough relationship, where the father ends in jail, with Kids invovlved, would you let your Kid invovled? The second scenario is basically dead-beat dad, how extreme would you be to protect your child?...

2020-09-0639 min

Afrolit S3 E14: Support Megan or Get Deported | Afrolit's TakeHey Afrolit Fam, we're back with another special edition, 2020 is truly such a wild year: we discuss the fiasco between Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez.... We will never support or condone violence against women. We stand with Megan! Debate Episode : Click Here Use the code AFROLIT to get 15% off your purchase of Custom Press- On Nails from http://nalasnails.com/ We would love to hear YOUR VOICE! Send me a VN and let's make it official: https://anchor.fm/afrolit/message Want Cute Promo videos like mine, use...

2020-08-3054 min

Afrolit S3 E13: The Scenarios: He did you dirty, does your kid need to know?Hey Afrolit Fam, welcome to "The Scenarios" This is a new segment within Afrolit that will tackle situations that we may or may not have been in! We are ALL for the hypotheticals too. Send in your scenarios and we would LOVE to answer them and give them your feedback. Today's Scenarios were very deep and quite personal: The first one painted a picture of a very tough relationship, where the father ends in jail, with Kids invovlved, would you let your Kid invovled? The second scenario is basically dead-beat dad, how extreme would you be to p...

2020-08-221h 03

Afrolit S3 E12: Black is King | Afrolit's ReviewHey Afrolit Fam, we're back with another special edition, we disect BLACK IS KING, the film by Beyonce We discussed: - Lontia's little secret - Each song and video attached to Black is King - Did Beyonce Appropriate ? - What does African Luxury look like? - How the story relates to the original movie - Our total rating of Black is King Link to Black is King on Disney + : Click Here We would love to hear YOUR VOICE! Send me a...

2020-08-151h 19

Afrolit S3 E11: The Scenarios: They received an explicit video and you opened it, now what?Hey Afrolit Fam, welcome to "The Scenarios" This is a new segment within Afrolit that will tackle situations that we may or may not have been in! We are ALL for the hypotheticals too. Send in your scenarios and we would LOVE to answer them and give them your feedback. Today's Scenario was an interesting one: Your Boo received an explicit video from a friend and he tells you to open it, what do you do once you've seen it? Make sure to get your nails from http://nalasnails.com/ and use the code AFROLIT...

2020-08-1540 min

Afrolit S3 E10: Your Words Have Power ft. Wani La FrereHey Afrolit Fam, welcome to another episode of feel good content! We were joined this week with Wani Le Frére, a spoken word artist, repping central Africa currently based DOWN UNDER in Melbourne, Australia. His story is quite unique as his family became political refugees due to the Congo Wars, being on of the first African- Black families in New Zealand, and how his story has helped shaped his work as an Artist today We Discussed: - Wani's personal story -His trek between DRC and Down Under -His life switch f...

2020-08-011h 31

Afrolit S3 E9: The Scenarios: Their body count is ASTRONOMICALHey Afrolit Fam, welcome to "The Scenarios" This is a new segment within Afrolit that will tackle situations that we may or may not have been in! We are ALL for the hypotheticals too. Send in your scenarios and we would LOVE to answer them and give them your feedback. Today's Scenario was an interesting one: Would you end an engagement over your partner being a virgin or if their body count was ASTRONOMICAL? What would you do? We would love to hear YOUR VOICE! Send me a VN and let's make it official: https://a...

2020-07-2553 min

Afrolit S3 E8: The Scenarios: Are his secrets too much to handle?Hey Afrolit Fam, welcome to "The Scenarios" This is a new segment within Afrolit that will tackle situations that we may or may not have been in! We are ALL for the hypotheticals too. Send in your scenarios and we would LOVE to answer them and give them your feedback. Today's Scenario was a heavy one: Can you stay with significant other, KNOWING that someone has come forward stating that your man/significant other has sexually assaulted someone, are you staying with them? #Believewomen #westandwithwomen We would love to hear YOUR VOICE! Send me a VN...

2020-07-2537 min

Afrolit S3 E7: Do it your way ft. KamauHey Afrolit Fam, welcome back another episode with some feel good content. We spoke with multitalented Kamau, know as Mau or Kamau with sunflowers on the inter webs. We discussed his background, his talents between film, photography and music and his ability to showcase his personality online authentically, also the infamous complex magazine post and going viral 3 times, but all in all: that not his aim! We have a name for his fan base....Stream Zombie Flower! We Discussed: - Kamau's background and how that fueled into his art - Deciding which medium...

2020-07-1858 min

Afrolit S3 E6: Stay The Course ft. AgyakomahHey Afrolit Fam, welcome back another episode with some feel good content. We spoke with Agyakomah on how to stay the course as a creative, especially when your family isn't fully supportive of your dreams and much more. Listen to her new single here: Pay me what you owe: We Discussed: - What has been keeping us motivated - How our parents can deter us from our goals - Being really good at something you hate - Where you put your energy matters We would love to h...

2020-07-0445 min

Afrolit S3 E5: The Scenarios: He ghosted me but told me he's Bipolar, should I block him?Hey Afrolit Fam, welcome to "The Scenarios" This is a new segment within Afrolit that will tackle situations that we may or may not have been in! We are ALL for the hypotheticals too. Send in your scenarios and we would LOVE to answer them and give them your feedback.All men above the age of 18 have assaulted and/or have witnessed or been told about an assault but remained silent within the situation. We would love to hear YOUR VOICE! Send me a VN and let's make it official: https://anchor.fm/afrolit/message ...

2020-06-2731 min

Afrolit S3 E4: Has every MAN assaulted someone? | Afrolit's TakeHey Afrolit Fam, we decided to ask the controversial question that's probably been on everyone's mind at some point. It's even MORE pressing to now have conversations with black men to get their take and we decided to take things up a notch and have the first AFROLIT DEBATE to argue the statement: All men above the age of 18 have assaulted and/or have witnessed or been told about an assault but remained silent within the situation. We discussed: - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network's (RAINN) definition of sexual assault - Po...

2020-06-201h 37

Afrolit S3 E3: We are TIYAD!Hey Afrolit Fam, we had to hop on the mic really quick and talk about what has been happening all around us. It was be completely insenstive to not address the issues we have been experiences however WE ARE TIYAD! We discussed: - Why we think Black People are being forced to educate everyone - White Guilt vs White People learning - If we can REALLY all get along - Do brands ACTUALLY care about the Black Lives Matter movement - The immigrant struggle of protesting ...

2020-06-1354 min

Afrolit S3 E2: EXPLICIT and Intimate ft. Penda N'diayeHey Afrolit Fam, this week we started a new series topic on the MISCONCEPTIONS AND TABOOS WITHIN AFRICAN CULTURE. When you think about Taboos within our culture, what the first thing that comes to mind? Yup, we went there! We talked about Sex, Intimacy and everything in between with our FIRST GUEST of Season 3 @Pendajai ! Penda is a Senegalese-American NYU Tisch School of the Arts graduate, and former professional dancer currently expressing herself through words and storytelling. After her mom gave her her first vibrator for Christmas, she created the brand Pro Hoe®️ to eradicate stigmas surrounding sexual freedom and iden...

2020-06-0659 min

Afrolit S3 EP1: We Are Sliding Forward!Hey Afrolit Fam, WE'RE BACK AND WE'RE BETTER! no bryson tiller! see what I did there? Afrolit is back and I'm excited to be here. I'm excited to announce that I have a new co-host for the season: LONTIA KANGWA!!! If you have been following the show, then you have probably heard her voice before but I'm excited to have her join me weekly and get into some great conversations. We discussed: - How we met and what our first impression of each other was - Compartmentalizing people you met, business fr...

2020-05-3045 min

Afrolit S2 E66: Learning to Just be ft. Diarrha N'Diaye | Season 2 FinaleHey Afrolit Fam, LONG TIME NO SPEAK haha see what I did there? Afrolit is back and I'm closing out season 2 strong. As mentioned, this episode was recorded in November 2019. My guest was Diarrha N'Diaye, Representing Senegal, she is brand consultant, with Loreal, Glossier & many more! Currently, she is on a journey to starting her own brand: By Amicolé, a clean beauty brand from black girls. Enjoy and get ready for SZN 3! We discussed: - The variety of beauty standards African girls have to go through, especially those of us with darker complexions - You...

2020-04-221h 02

Afrolit S2 E65: Good Bye 2019, Hello 2020 ft. Naana and Obie of Work BaeHey Afrolit Fam, HAPPY NEW YEAR!! IT'S 2020!!! LET'S GO! This week I had the pleasure of having My Fellow Podcasters: Naana and Obie of WorkBae, professionals who met at work and started a lovely podcast. Naana is from the Boogie Down Bronx, by the way of Ghana and Obie is originally from Kenya! AKA both sides of me! This was such a fun episode to record, definitely check out their podcast and stay tuned for more collaborations! We discussed: -How Work Bae came to be - Could you find Bae at Work? Is t...

2020-01-011h 25

Afrolit S2 E64: Representation Matters ft. Tolu of Oye GreenHey Afrolit Fam, Thank you for tuning in!! This week I had the pleasure of having Tolu, a creative from Nigeria, who spent her formative years in the USA. We talked about her journey from Nigeria to the USA, Moving to NYC on her own at 16!!!, Her design process, being featured on VOGUE twice, Seeing her on Beyonce's INSTAGRAM through the BROWN SKIN GIRL complication video, her favorite designers and trends to look out for in 2019 and so much more. We discussed: -Her Journey from Nigeria to USA - Her Family History - He...

2019-12-0151 min

Afrolit S2 E63: It's A Friendsgiving - Afrolit's AnniversaryToday is Afrolit's Birthday!! 3 years ago, I started this journey and as you know my story has NOT been linear, BUT I wanted to make this anniversary episode special by hosting a FRIENDGIVING edition of Afrolit AND I have relaunched AFROLIT LIVE, so expect more youtube videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMXK140xCG0&feature=youtu.be I decided to bring my friends on to the show and talk about all things around the holiday season, return of the exes, how we deal with toxic family members and what we are GRATEFUL FOR! Join...

2019-11-2457 min

Afrolit S2 E62: Gratitude is a Must! - Solo Episode 2Hey Afrolit Fam, I thought I'd have another solo episode because so much has HAPPENED for Afrolit and it wouldn't be possible with ALL! OF! YOU! I got into: How my community has sustained me through it ALL, from beginning to NOW How I was on a PANEL at the AFRICA CENTER and what that whole experience means to me (Hint, Hint more Live Events 2020) Feedback from Uyinene Episode + Reading your messages! Book Review + Insight on More Than Enough by Elaine Welteroth Get the Book Here: https://amzn.to/34Kwowh (NOT SPONSORED) Let me know...

2019-11-1032 min

Afrolit S2 E61: We are the BAG, secure yourself ft UmaziHey Afrolit Fam, Thank you for tuning in!! This week I had the pleasure of having Umazi, a creative from Kenya, hey +254 gang! We talked about her journey from Kenya to the USA, The education process and why going back to our ancestral roots of spirituality and dance are so important, which she developed through her latest video project, called Mizani! Couldn't finish the episode with out a major shoutout to Sailors, according to Umazi, That's Kenya's new trap SOUND! Wamlambez! We discussed: -Her Journey from Kenya to USA -Education in Africa, her fi...

2019-10-271h 04

Afrolit S2 E60: We stand for Uyinene ft. Siba & LontiaHey Afrolit Fam, Thank you for tuning in!! This week I had the pleasure of having Lontia Kangwa and Sibabalwe Mona, are both residents of South Africa and have lived there for an extensive period of time, for Siba her whole life. I wanted to bring us all together can understand politics in South Africa and discuss how women within the African Diaspora can support one another. We discussed topic that has been on our hearts and minds since September: The Murder of Uyinene Mrwetyana and The history behind gender-based violence in South Africa -The...

2019-10-2045 min

Afrolit S2 E59: Was that Really Consent? ft. Lontia KangwaHey Afrolit Fam, This week I had the pleasure of having Lontia Kangwa, She is a director, producer and content creator, Originally from Zambia, She has now moved to the BIG Apple and you can catch her on the interwebs. We discussed topic that has been on our minds for a while: CONSENT -What consent means to us -The difference between verbal and non-verbal consent, does that exist? -Alcohol and Consent, a combo that doesn't work -Cohesion, from a woman's perspective - What we can do be ma...

2019-10-0158 min

Afrolit S2 E58: Stay Woke Don't Choke ft. Ike SlimsterHey Afrolit Fam, This week I had the pleasure of hosting Ike Slimster, he is truly defines what it means to multi-hyphenate talent. Originally from Nigeria, he uses his platform to highlight his painting, comedy, music, illustration and photography. You may have seen his skits on Sahara TV and hosting shows with Okay Africa. We discussed current events happening in the African interwebs such as: Blackness = Commodity Following your intuition Burna Boy vs AKA, Nigeria vs South Africa You vs African Parents Can guys be IG Baddie? How to avoid Burnout I'd love to hear YO...

2019-09-151h 04

Afrolit S2 E57: Merci DJ Arafat ft Yonnie of The KraalHey Afrolit Fam, This week I had the pleasure of hosting Yonnie, Founder of The KRAAL, This episode was quite long overdue, but we knew it was important to have this conversation as we paid homage to DJ Arafat, Coupe Decale legend and what he work has done for the vast genre and African music at large. Join the conversation on social media: use the #AfrolitPod. Want my advice? Want to be a Potential Guest or Topic ideas? Tweet me: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Email me: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com I'd love to...

2019-09-0145 min

Afrolit S2 E56: Blessed & Highly Favored ft. Wendy OduorHey Afrolit Fam, This week I had the pleasure of hosting Wendy Oduor, Winner of Miss Kenya USA 2019 - 2020 , who happens to be a great friend of mine! Having a Third Culture experience as well: Born in Kenya, Raised in Indiana and now, THRIVING in New York City! She has two degrees in both science: Biology & Psychology, AS WELL AS: Fashion Design from Parsons School of Design. She goes into DETAILS on her journey of becoming Miss Kenya and what has motivated her to make sure mental health advocacy starts at the TOP of her priorities! ...

2019-08-2648 min

Afrolit S2 E55: Hard work pays off ft. The Canteen KillaHey Afrolit Fam, This week I had the pleasure of hosting The Canteen Killa aka Samuel! He is a Ghanaian - American producer! He was able to pursue his talents at the Berkley School of Music, which lead to him working with Ms. Lauryn Hill. CK and I discussed: -His Musical Journey from childhood to now -How the formal process helped his career -Collaborating with Oyinda & making remixes -Which equipment he uses (Abelton vs Serato Wars lol) -Working with the LEGEND herself: MS. LAURYN HILL -TH...

2019-08-1938 min

Afrolit S2 E54: Success is Limitless ft. Gregory Jamal StutzerHey Afrolit Fam, This week I had the pleasure of hosting Gregory Jamal Stutzer, He is an Tanzanian - American musician: he produces, writes, raps and sings his tunes, as well as with the. WAV, A music collective based out of California. He has worked with amazing artists, such as Jazmine Solano, DJ Tunez, MasterKraft and many more. Gregory and I discussed: His Journey as a artist from childhood to now, in his present moment His love and adoration for African women (He's happily married

2019-08-1125 min

Afrolit S2 E53: Africans are Diplomats too ft. Mazuba KampambweHey Afrolit Fam, This week I had the pleasure of hosting Mazuba Kapambwe. She is a freelance writer who writes about travel, culture and lifestyle from an African perspective. Her work has appeared on CNN Travel, Unearth Women, Paper Magazine, The Culture Trip and more. Mazuba is also the host of the Mwende Bwino podcast, a travel themed podcast. She is the co-host of web-series The Fest Gurus and a board member of the women's history museum in Lusaka, Zambia. Our conversation was so fun and really hits the nail on what we do. Take a listen to her po...

2019-08-041h 01

Afrolit S2 E52: Building your Community ft. Tropical JawnHey Afrolit Fam, This week I had the pleasure of hosting Tropical Jawn: the NYC based collective bringing forward a variation of culture and events, focusing on South African arts and culture. There are 6 members within the group: Mpei, Noloyisa, Jasmine, Kadija aka DJ AQ, Zoe and Sibabalwe! I had the opportunity to sit down with three: AQ, Zoe and Siba. Tropical Jawn clears the air on: Living a Double life between Tropical Jawn and Work Being in Nightlife as AFRICAN WOMEN Embracing and showcasing South African culture Next Plans for Tropical Jawn How to pronounce...

2019-07-2855 min

Afrolit S2 E51: Even Me, I'm Proud to be Kenyan Feat Njambi MorganHey Afrolit Fam, This week I had the pleasure of hosting Njambi Morgan, a Bi-Racial Storyteller & Poet who recently went VIRAL on Twitter, reciting one of her poems where she incorporates her fluency in Kiswahlli and Kihuyu. Video: https://mobile.twitter.com/IamKababu/status/1148522883142041600 Njambi clears the air on: What it means to be Biracial Being white passing but still representing her Kenyan-ness proudly Defining and creating her identity Join the conversation on social media: use the #AfrolitPod. Want my advice? Potential Guest or Topic ideas? Tweet me: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit

2019-07-2142 min

Afrolit S2 E50: Your Questions Answered - Solo Episode 1Hey Afrolit Fam, Remember when I opened the floor up to your questions, well here are my answers done in 25 LESSONS IN 25 YEARS. Let me know your thoughts!!! Join the conversation on social media: use the #AfrolitPod. Want my advice? Potential Guest or Topic ideas? Tweet me: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Email me: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com I'd love to hear YOUR VOICE! Send me a VN and let's make it official: https://anchor.fm/afrolit/message Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ekua.pm www.twitter.com/ekuapm www...

2019-07-0632 min

Afrolit S2 E49: Finesse your Industry ft Antoinette IsamaHey Fam! Welcome Back to THE NEW AFROLIT! Hope you like the new Logo! This week, I had the pleasure of hosting Journalist and Meme connoisseur Antoinette Isama! She works within the Arts and Culture Department at OkayAfrica (!!!!). OkayAfrica is Africa's leading entertainment and News outlet within the United States. However, she is currently working on her own project with her moodboard and newsletter. We discussed: -Her Upbringing and how that played into her choosing her procession - What being an African Journalist means today in the landscape of Censorship and Fake News

2019-06-3046 min

Afrolit S2 E48: African Food is Love ft. Mary of Yummy AfricaHey Fam! Welcome Back to THE NEW AFROLIT! This week, I had the pleasure of hosting African Food Conneisseur and Catering Cook Mary Bunatal of Yummy Africa. Yummy Africa is a young, fresh platform highligting African receipes and making them accessible for everyone to try! This episode was so juicy (no pun intended) We discussed the importance of Food, what it means to be hospitable and why Pilau is Kenya's best kept secret! We discussed: -How Mary realized her passion for cooking - What Yummy Africa represents -How Mary gained her c...

2019-06-0846 min

Afrolit S2 E47: It starts with Discipline ft Hurricane GHHey Fam! Welcome Back to THE NEW AFROLIT! This week, I had the pleasure of hosting Melanin King and Personal fitness Trainer Jeffery aka HURRICANE GHANA, GH for Short (my name sake yes!!) and we discussed the importance of bring your heritage to your profession and how you fight back against all odds, including from your own Dad. We discussed: -How Jeffery AKA Hurricane started his personal fitness journey Nana has centered her work around her identity -How his Dad was not keen on his career path -How exercise a...

2019-06-0147 min

Afrolit S2 E46: Tell your truth ft. Nana Ekua Brew HammondHey Fam! Welcome Back to THE NEW AFROLIT! This week, I had the pleasure of hosting Author Nana Ekua Brew Hammond (my name sake yes!!) and we discussed the importance of owning your story and what that sense of pride in owning your truth feels like. We discussed: -How Nana has centered her work around her identity -How Nana entered into the world of writing -Reflections of not fitting in, being the "weird" kid -The importance of translations and African storytelling -Tips for upcoming writers...

2019-05-2543 min

Afrolit S2 E45: Learning to Trust Yourself ft. Noemie MargueriteHey Fam! Welcome Back to THE NEW AFROLIT! This week, I had the pleasure of hosting Noemie and we WHAT a conversation we had...we went deep into what it means to trusting your faith, your intuition and even your younger self. We discussed: -How you bring your heritage into your work -How something negative can just be God's way of Pivoting -Managing your expectations -Letting your inner child lead the way Join the conversation on social media: use the #AfrolitPod. Do have any Storytimes for me...

2019-05-1838 min

Afrolit S2 E44: Managing your studies and passions ft. Dose of DotsHey Fam! Welcome Back to THE NEW AFROLIT! This week, I had the pleasure of hosting Dots aka Dotun of Abike Studio, to talk all things COLLEGE AND how to live your DREAM while in school. We had great dialogue and really just sought to answer the question: What fuels your creativity while in College? Can you truly stay afloat while learning so much? We discussed: -The importance of understanding your courses -Using School to benefit your creative work -Managing your expectations -Working with Collegues/Fellow Students who j...

2019-05-0441 min

Afrolit S2 E43: Knowledge is Power ft. Paakow EssandohHey Fam! Welcome Back to THE NEW AFROLIT! This week, a full circle moment, I had the pleasure of hosting Paakow Essandoh, Founder and CEO of MIZIZI International, LLC a brand rooted in highlighting African countries and the Black diaspora at large. We had great dialogue and really just sought to answer the question: Does Mental Health Matter in the Immigrant Dream? How do we live our dreams and STILL have an endorsement from our parents...Can we ever? We discussed: -How to set boundaries for your own mental health, regardless of what family/loved ones sa...

2019-04-2033 min

Afrolit S2 E42: You can be multi-talented and MASTER them Ft. Senami AtinkpahounHey Fam! Welcome Back to THE NEW AFROLIT! This week, I got a chance to have a conversation with multi-talented media maven and fashion designer Senami Atinkpahoun to talk about something we have in common: OUR MANY GIFTS! The blessing that it brings, also comes with much responsibility. Much thanks to Canal Street Radio and Listening Party for the opportunity! We discussed: -Is the quote: Jill/Jack of all trades, master of none still relevant? -How do you hone in on your gifts/talents -Would you still do it if...

2019-04-1351 min

Afrolit S2 E41: Is African creativity becoming one dimensional?Hey Fam! Welcome Back to THE NEW AFROLIT! This week, I got a chance to have a conversation with the amazing singer and song-writer Mumbi Kasumba to talk all things African creativity and if it is becoming one-dimensional? When someone says, African music, we forget to realize that there are 54 nations with a VARIETY of genres, including neo-soul and indie sounds....We discussed if all sounds can be acknowledged and glorified! We discussed: -Is the African Culture accepting of Afro-Indie/New soul music? -Working the 9-5 while being creative: a HUMBLING experience -Ho...

2019-04-0739 min

Afrolit S2 E40: There are NO MORE RULES Ft DJ Poizon Ivy and Moonchild SanellyHey Fam! Welcome Back to THE NEW AFROLIT! This week, to close out Women's History Month: I was joined by the immaculate and unstoppable force DJ Poizon Ivy and Moonchild Sanelly, not only are they #100okaywomen honorees, they are completely shifting their creative industries! They are the definition that there are NO MORE RULES to success! You already have what it takes! Now GO AND GET IT! We discussed: -Dating while making your dreams happen -How to know your greatness and taking it to its highest capacity -How to stop being Ca...

2019-03-3143 min

Afrolit S2 E39: African Influencers are the New Celebrities, but do we care?Hey Fam! Welcome Back to THE NEW AFROLIT! This week I was joined by Nana Nambela, to discuss all things INFLUENCER! In the past 5 years, Influencer culture has derived how we consume our media, but of course, I wanted to have a conversation on the rise of the African influencer and if the market REALLY cares about them: especially in the beauty and lifestyle industries....We also spoke on the African influencer in the diaspora vs in the continent. Tell us your thoughts?! Are you an African Influencer? Do celebrities really exist? Join t...

2019-03-1640 min

Afrolit S2 E38: Instagram is Linkedin, treat them equally for your mental healthHey Fam! Welcome Back to THE NEW AFROLIT! Title by Renata Ngaiza. Happy March! This conversation is long overdue but Josephine and I decided to talk about why ALL social media should simply be a MARKETING TOOL! Very few are being authentic in their purpose so it we just discussed how social media affects us, if we been scammed on IG and what we are doing differently with our channels. Fomo culture is the biggest scam, if there too many photos of the function: It wasn't that much fun, trust us! Tell us your thoughts?! Wh...

2019-03-0251 min

Afrolit S2 E37: Africans need more love storiesHey Fam! Welcome Back to THE NEW AFROLIT! We all know February, though short is mighty as It marks the month of LOVE and Black History Month! I was joined with Lontia aka The Kween's Guide hailing from Zambia to talk relationships, as she has been in LONG DISTANCE RELATIONSHIP FOR 5 YEARS! Subscribe to Lontia's Channel: bit.ly/2TTnOWY Tell us your thoughts?! Are you in a long-distance relationship? Do you think Black sterotypes on Love make it better/worse? Join the conversation on social media: use the #AfrolitPod. Do have...

2019-02-171h 05

Afrolit S2 E36: Failure is the BEST thing that can happen, here's why!Hey Fam! Happy NEW YEAR! Welcome Back to THE NEW AFROLIT! I was joined by Jaleesa aka Alien in da Room to discuss FAILURE! Failure is a taboo topic because it touches on the heart strings but It's probably the MOST IMPORTANT THING that can happen to you, as you learn and GROW only in times of Failure! Craft and Sip video: https://bit.ly/2Tw8ek8 Subscribe to Jalessa's Channel: https://bit.ly/2SgvLZM Tell us your thoughts?! Have you Join the conversation on social media: use the #AfrolitPod. Do ha...

2019-02-0943 min

Afrolit S2 E35: Is Afrolit coming to an end??Hey Afrolit Fam! Tell us your thoughts?! Join the conversation on social media: use the #AfrolitPod. Do have any Storytimes for us? Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ekua.pm www.twitter.com/ekuapm Imagery provided by Jamaican-American born artist akujixxv Instagram: @akujixxv_theartist Web: www.society6.com/akujixxv Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship...

2018-12-1534 min

Afrolit S2 E34: Self-Sabotaging RelationshipsHey Afrolit Fam! Happy October and Black History Year (It’s lit!) Welcome to our 51st Episode!! Tell us your thoughts?! Join the conversation on social media: use the #AfrolitPod. Do have any Storytimes for us? Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Latasha's Info: www.instagram.com/justlatasha/ www.auroretv.com/ www.sitblackandrelax.com/home Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ekua.pm www.twitter.com/ekuapm Imagery provided by Jamaican-American born artist akujixxv Instagram: @akujixxv_theartist Web: www.so...

2018-12-0144 min

Afrolit S2 E33: Live in South Africa: Our First Free EventHey Afrolit Fam! Happy November and Black History Year (It’s lit!) We are having our first event in JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA!!! RSVP ON tinyurl.com/y8rmmqtl Tell a friend to Tell a friend!! Come meet us and join the conversation IN PERSON and on social media: use the #AfrolitPod to show us your RSVPS and any questions you have . Feel free to email us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ekua.pm www.tw...

2018-11-2503 min

Afrolit S2 E32: Performing Blackness on InstagramHey Afrolit Fam! Happy November and Black History Year (It’s lit!) Welcome to our 52nd Episode!! We are in for another spicy one: Bobo and Ekua engage in a vibrant conversation on the "Fake Black Girls" on IG and what their actions mean to us. Tell us your thoughts?! Join the conversation on social media: use the #AfrolitPod. Do have any Storytimes for us? Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ekua.pm ww...

2018-11-1743 min

Afrolit S2 E31: Is all change good?Hey Afrolit Fam! Happy October and Black History Year (It’s lit!) Welcome to our 51st Episode!! We were joined by Latasha, All around Media Maven, Filmmaker and Creator of Aurore TV, a streaming platform for all BLACK content (how amazing) We have all been through changes in our lives, how do we stay positive during those seasons of TRANSITION. Tell us your thoughts?! Join the conversation on social media: use the #AfrolitPod. Do have any Storytimes for us? Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.in...

2018-10-2750 min

Afrolit S2 E30: Your Questions Answered: Love, Career and Everything elseHey Afrolit Fam! Happy October and Black History Year (It’s lit!) Welcome to our 50th Episode!! We opened the mic to YOU and we answered your questions. We covered a range of topics on Love, Our Careers, Being African (lol) and everything in between. What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #AfrolitPod. Do have any Storytimes for us? Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ekua.pm ww...

2018-10-131h 17

Afrolit S2 E29: What does Friendship mean?Hey Afrolit Fam! Happy September and Black History Year (It’s lit!) We had another interesting conversation and posed the question: What constitutes a friend? What are your criterias for friendship? What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #AfrolitPod. Do have any Storytimes for us? Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ekua.pm www.twitter.com/ekuapm Imagery provided by Jamaican-American born artist akujixxv Instagram: @akujixxv_theartist We...

2018-09-2936 min

Afrolit S2 E28: Detachment vs Letting GoHey Afrolit Fam! Happy September and Black History Year (It’s lit!) We had another interesting conversation and posed the question: How to detach from your desires and the difference between detachment and letting go. What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #AfrolitPod. Do have any Storytimes for us? Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ekua.pm www.twitter.com/ekuapm Imagery provided by Jamaican-American born artist ak...

2018-09-0840 min

Afrolit S2 E27: Can Black People Be Racist? Feat. ChadyHey Afrolit Fam! Happy August and Black History Year (It’s lit!) We had the another spicy conversation with a very special guest Chady ! We debated and posed the question: Can Black people be racist? What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #AfrolitPod. Do have any Storytimes for us? Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Chady's Info: www.instagram.com/chadymusic/ open.spotify.com/artist/3wfE5KsXn…eoRAO1_YsSGAAA7Q Ekua's Info: www...

2018-08-1841 min

Afrolit S2 E26: Who Gets to Be African Feat. RatchedemicsHey Afrolit Fam! Happy 1st of August and Black History Year (It’s lit!) We had another spicy debate with two very special guests: Chaya and Jamel of Ratchetdemics ! We debated, discussed and posed the question, Who gets to be called African: Can African-Americans join us or nah? Listen to our conversation with them here: http://ratchademics.libsyn.com/episode-21-we-all-african-tho-right What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #AfrolitPod. Do have any Storytimes for us? Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's In...

2018-08-0145 min

Afrolit S2 E25: Polyamory vs Monogamy Feat. ChadyHey Afrolit Fam! Happy July and Black History Year (It’s lit!) We had the another spicy debate with a very special guest Chady ! We debated and posed the question: Which form of love develops healthier relationships: Polyamory or Monogamy? What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #AfrolitPod. Do have any Storytimes for us? Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Chady's Info: https://www.instagram.com/chadymusic/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/3wf...

2018-07-1648 min

Afrolit S2 E20: Sex and BlessersHey Afrolit Fam! Happy May and Black History Year (It’s lit!) - Today, we discussed sex and blessers, what's the difference between sexually liberated and sexually open. What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #Afrolit. Do have any Storytimes for us? Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ekua.pm www.twitter.com/ekuapm Imagery provided by Jamaican-American born artist akujixxv Instagram: @akujixxv_theartist Web: www.society6.co...

2018-06-0250 min

Afrolit S2 E19: Weird Shit Guys Do: Summer EditionHey Afrolit Fam! Happy May and Black History Year (It’s lit!) - Today, we discussed all the weird shit that guys do, especially as the summer approaches. Our DMs are not safe! What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #Afrolit. Do have any storytimes for us? Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ekua.pm www.twitter.com/ekuapm Imagery provided by Jamaican-American born artist akujixxv Instagram: @ak...

2018-05-2749 min

Afrolit S2 E18: Graduation Season and Social Media HypeHey Afrolit Fam! Happy May and Black History Year (It’s lit!) - Today, we discussed the aesthetics of graduation season and the different ways we hype it up on social media. What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #Afrolit. Do have any storytimes for us? Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ekua.pm www.twitter.com/ekuapm Imagery provided by Jamaican-American born artist akujixxv Instagram: @akujixxv_th...

2018-05-1933 min

Afrolit S2 E17: Fixed vs Growth Mindsets, Comparison Ideologies & Setting GoalsHey Afrolit Fam! Happy May and Black History Year (It’s lit!) - Today, we discussed fixed vs growth mindsets, if celebrites show their true colors ever, and are setting goals necessary for all of us! What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #Afrolit. Do have any storytimes for us? Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Amarie Info's: www.youtube.com/amariecassidy www.instagram.com/amariecassidy www.twitter.com/amariecassidy Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Ekua's Info: ww...

2018-05-1245 min

Afrolit S2 E16: Black ElitismHey Afrolit Squad ! Happy May and Black History Year (It's Lit) In this episode, we are talking about Black Elitism, Respectability Politics and how we navigate those ideas. What are your thoughts? Join us in the in conversation via Twitter, using the #Afrolit. Do have any storytimes for us? Share them as well! Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ekua.pm www.twitter.com/ekuapm Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Imagery provided by Jamaican-American born artist akujixxv Instagram...

2018-05-0448 min

Afrolit S2 E15: Being Spiritual and Dating in this Hookup AgeHey Afrolit Squad ! Happy April and Black History Year (It's Lit) In this episode, we are talking about how we navigate celibacy and dating within the our spiritual journey as Christians. We were joined by our special guest, Ziyanda! What are your thoughts? Join us in the in conversation via Twitter, using the #Afrolit. Do have any storytimes for us? Share them as well! Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Ziyanda's Info: www.instagram.com/zeemnyaka www.twitter.com/zeemnyaka Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ekua.pm www...

2018-04-2821 min

Afrolit S2 E14: Hypebeast Culture and Waiting In line for Yeezy'sHey Afrolit Fam! Happy April and Black History Year (It’s lit!) - This month we’re indulging in spicy conversations: Hypebeast Culture and Using Rent Money to Buy Clothes...is it really worth the hype? What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #Afrolit. Do have any storytimes for us? Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ekua.pm www.twitter.com/ekuapm Imagery provided by Jamaican-American born arti...

2018-04-2153 min

Afrolit S2 E13: Being a Public Figure, Dragging Culture and Social MediaHey Afrolit Fam! Happy April and Black History Year (It’s lit!) - This month we’re indulging in another controversial conversation: Being a Public Figure in 2018, Is Dragging Culture Necessary? What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #Afrolit. Do have any storytime for us? Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ekua.pm www.twitter.com/ekuapm Imagery provided by Jamaican-American born artist akujixxv Instagram: @akujixxv_theartist Web...

2018-04-1455 min

Afrolit S2 E12: Is School Worth Your Time?Hey Afrolit Fam! Happy April and Black History Year (It’s lit!) - This month we’re indulging in another controversial conversation: Is School (Grade School/College) Worth your Money and Time? What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #Afrolit. Do have any storytime for us? Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ekua.pm www.twitter.com/ekuapm Imagery provided by Jamaican-American born artist akujixxv Instagram: @akujixxv_thea...

2018-04-071h 01

Afrolit S2 E11: Can White People Be African?Hey Afrolit Fam! Happy Women’s Month and Black History Year (It’s lit!) - This month we’re indulging in a very touchy and controversial conversation: Can white people be African? What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #Afrolit. Do have any storytime for us? Nominate a woman! Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ekua.pm www.twitter.com/ekuapm Imagery provided by Jamaican-American born artist akujix...

2018-03-3049 min

Afrolit S2 E10: Creating Boundaries in Love, Love Languages & Handling RejectionHey Afrolit Fam! Happy Women’s Month and Black History Year (It’s lit!) - This month we’ve focused on remarkable women, but today we discuss the importance of setting boundaries when it comes to giving and receiving love, as well as navigating rejection. What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #Afrolit. Do have any storytime for us? Nominate a woman! Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ek...

2018-03-2454 min

Afrolit S2 E9: Colorism in Creative SpacesHey Afrolit Squad ! Happy March and Women's History Month! We are continuing our monthly themes and March is for Women, it only seems right that we make this month about chatting with REMARKABLE black women! We were joined by Mariam and Jojo of https://soundcloud.com/melodictripmedia where we discussed Colorism and what it means within our work spaces What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #Afrolit. Do have any storytime for us? Nominate a woman! Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com ...

2018-03-1753 min

Afrolit S2 E8: Managing Your Life and WorkHey Afrolit Squad ! Happy March and Women's History Month! We are continuing our monthly themes and March is for Women, it only seems right that we make this month about chatting with REMARKABLE black women! We were joined by Shannon Reynolds, Director of Sales and Ticketing at Live Nation. What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #Afrolit. Do have any storytime for us? Nominate a woman! Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Bobo's Info: www.instagram.com/thisfashionfiend_ www.twitter.com/BobydahBadu ...

2018-03-1052 min

Afrolit S2 E7: Making It Across Continents As An African WomanHey Afrolit Squad ! Happy March and Women's History Month! We are continuing our monthly themes and March is for Women, it only seems right that we make this month about chatting with REMARKABLE black women! We were joined by Adeola Fayehun, known for "Just Keeping It Real." What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #Afrolit. Do have any storytime for us? Nominate a woman! Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Adeola Fayehun: https://twitter.com/AdeolaFayehun https://www.youtube.com/user/AdeolaFayehun ...

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Afrolit S2 E6: Black Panther and The Relationship Between Africans and Black Americans Part 2Hey Afrolit Squad ! Happy February and Black History Year! We are on our Black Panther Joyride and wanted to share our points of view with you, in the SECOND PART of our special episode. We had conversation about the nuances between African and Africans Americans, especially how that play into the movie and society today. Check out Part 1: https://soundcloud.com/afrolit/blackpanther What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #Afrolit. Do have any storytimes for us? Share them us as well! Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit ...

2018-02-2451 min

Afrolit S2 E5: Black Panther and The Relationship Between Africans and Black Americans Part 1Hey Afrolit Squad ! Happy February and Black History Year! We are on our Black Panther Joy and wanted to share our points of view with you, in the special episode. We had conversation about the nuances between African and Africans Americans, especially how that play into the movie and society today. We will have a part two coming very soon! Check out Part 2: https://soundcloud.com/afrolit/blackpantherpart2 What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #Afrolit. Do have any storytimes for us? Share them us as well! Send us your questions too! Tweet at...

2018-02-2357 min

Afrolit S1 E4: Valentine's Day Special: Interracial Dating and Third Culture Kids Part 2Hey Afrolit Squad ! Happy February! This month's theme (yes--that's a thing we're doing now) is LOVE! In this episode, we continued our conversation except we delved into interracial dating, if we can entertain men outside of our own culture, the different stereotypes of white men and how they receive black women. We also examined the question: is it EASIER to date white women over black women. What are your thoughts? Join us in the conversation via Twitter, using the #Afrolit. Do have any storytimes for us? Share them us as well! Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www...

2018-02-1539 min

Afrolit S2 E3: Celibacy & Sex within Hookup Culture Part 1Hey Afrolit Squad ! Happy February! This month's theme (yes--that's a thing we're doing now) is LOVE! In this episode, we are talking about how we navigate celibacy and sex within the constant hookup culture. We were joined by our special guest, Ziyanda from our Home Episode. What are your thoughts? Join us in the in conversation via Twitter, using the #Afrolit. Do have any storytimes for us? Share them as well! Send us your questions too! Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Ziyanda's Info: www.instagram.com/zeemnyaka www.twitter.com/zeemnyaka Ekua's...

2018-02-1227 min

Afrolit S1 E19: Boundaries in Work, Relationships, and managing expectations feat Taj AlexanderHey Afrolit Gang! We talked to Producer and Visual Artist Taj Alexander of The Open Canvas, about Boundaries in the workplace, between romantic partners and all that in between. Make sure to check out his podcast on Soundcloud @OpenCanvas and on Itunes. www.theopencanvas.com www.instagram.com/Taj.alexander www.instagram.com/theopencanvas How do you set boundaries? Got more questions for Taj? What are your thoughts? Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/itsAfrolit Have a question, comment or just wanna say hi? Find us at: afrolitpodcast@gmail.com Ekua's Info: www.instagram.com/ekua.pm www.twitter.com...

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