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The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E90: Uche Joel is building a safe space for Nigerian immigrants in CanadaHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I'm speaking with Uche Joel Ughonu, who moved from Lagos, Nigeria to Halifax, Canada in t...2025-05-0237 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E89: Derek Sivers believes home is where you have no obstaclesHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I'm speaking with Derek Sivers, author of Useful Not True, who moved away from the...2025-04-2549 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E88: Nadine Niba on working as a Black immigrant woman in CanadaHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I'm speaking with Nadine Niba, a passionate community builder and an author in the maki...2025-04-1841 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E87: Dikachi Chizim thinks finding community can speed up integrationHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I'm speaking to Dikachi Chizim, who moved from Lagos, Nigeria to Freiberg, Germany for an M...2025-04-1142 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E86: Tunji Banwo on moving from Nigeria to the United Kingdom as a Project ManagerHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Tunji Banwo, who along with his bags, took his 11 years projec...2025-04-0448 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E85: Nella Gatumo on building a life away from everything familiarHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Nella Gatumo, a lawyer who moved from Nairobi, Kenya to London...2025-03-2834 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E84: Iqbal Chowdhury says belonging starts with finding economic stabilityHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Iqbal Chowdhury, a Research and Teaching Assistant at Dalhousie University, Canada...2025-03-2147 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E83: Urmi Hossain still doesn't feel Canadian after 14 years in CanadaHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Urmi Hossain, who after 14 years in Canada, still identifies as an Ita...2025-03-1429 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E82: Rehana Malik-Mbanga is building a safe space for the Black womanTo celebrate #IWD2025, The Newcomers Podcast will be publishing daily episodes between March 2nd - 8th celebrating a female immigrant. Come celebrate with us as we tell the stories of some of the many amazing immigrant heroines.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.For our seventh and final #IWD2025 episode, I'm speaking with Rehana Malik-Mbanga, CEO, Stimbok Corporation, and Founder, When African Women Talk (WAWT).As immigrants, we often tiptoe around the emotional and psychological toll immigration places on us. As Rehana puts it, “You are un...2025-03-0849 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E81: Sindhu Mahadevan thinks the immigrant journey carries a weighty emotional burdenTo celebrate #IWD2025, The Newcomers Podcast will be publishing daily episodes between March 2nd - 8th celebrating a female immigrant. Come celebrate with us as we tell the stories of some of the many amazing immigrant heroines.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.For our sixth #IWD2025 episode, I'm speaking with Sindhu Mahadevan, Quality Assurance Team Lead, Vital Bio, and creator of This Immigrant Life newsletter.Sindhu moved from India to to the United States as an international student. After nine years in Uncle Sam's country...2025-03-0746 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E80: Fatemeh Alhosseini believes personalized immigrant support has the best outcomesTo celebrate #IWD2025, The Newcomers Podcast will be publishing daily episodes between March 2nd - 8th celebrating a female immigrant. Come celebrate with us as we tell the stories of some of the many amazing immigrant heroines.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.For our fifth #IWD2025 episode, I'm speaking with Fatemeh Alhosseini, Executive Director at Impakt Foundation. Resilience as a function of the system, personalized support, narrative therapy as a tool for cultural immersion, Fatemeh left me with a lot to think about after this...2025-03-0650 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E79: Shamira Madhany is working on fixing Canada's annual $50B loss in GDPTo celebrate #IWD2025, The Newcomers Podcast will be publishing daily episodes between March 2nd - 8th celebrating a female immigrant. Come celebrate with us as we tell the stories of some of the many amazing immigrant heroines.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.For our fourth #IWD2025 episode, I'm speaking with Shamira Madhany, Managing Director & Deputy Executive Director at World Education Services (WES).“We're having the wrong conversation about immigration.” If there's one person qualified to say this, It's Shamira. Her family came to Canada from Keny...2025-03-0559 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E78: Kateryna Havrylova isn't afraid anymoreTo celebrate #IWD2025, The Newcomers Podcast will be publishing daily episodes between March 2nd - 8th celebrating a female immigrant. Come celebrate with us as we tell the stories of some of the many amazing immigrant heroines.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.For our third #IWD2025 episode, I’m speaking with Kateryna Havrylova, Co-Owner and CEO, Best Solution Windows & Doors.Helplessness, panic, worry, uncertainty, guilt, longing...Kateryna has probably felt all these emotions and more in the past two years. A routine family vacation for he...2025-03-0435 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E77: Wunmi Adekanmbi is helping immigrant tech talent find their wayTo celebrate #IWD2025, The Newcomers Podcast will be publishing daily episodes between March 2nd - 8th celebrating a female immigrant. Come celebrate with us as we tell the stories of some of the many amazing immigrant heroines.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.For our second #IWD2025 episode, I’m speaking with Wunmi Adekanmbi, lecturer and biochemist researcher turned immigrant tech talent advocate, and Founder of Immigrant Techies Alberta.There's this quote on Wunmi's LinkedIn profile that exemplifies how she approaches the immigrant journey and her li...2025-03-0339 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E76: Maroro Zinyemba on identity, heritage, and languageTo celebrate #IWD2025, The Newcomers Podcast will be publishing daily episodes between March 2nd - 8th celebrating a female immigrant. Come celebrate with us as we tell the stories of some of the many amazing immigrant heroines.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In our first #IWD2025 episode, I’m speaking with Maroro Zinyemba, Zimbabwean-Canadian, and Dean, Faculty of Skills & Foundational Learning, NorQuest College, Edmonton, Alberta. "Home to me is where your roots are. So no matter where in the world you end up... you are ro...2025-03-0251 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E75: Bryan Caplan on immigration: The gains are enormous for everyoneHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Bryan Caplan, Professor of Economics at George Mason University and New Yo...2025-02-2830 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E74: Feyi Fawehinmi believes immigrating is a commitmentHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Feyi Fawehinmi, accountant, writer and author of Formation: The Making of Nig...2025-02-261h 17
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E73: Noha Tanahi found belonging by helping fellow immigrantsHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Noha Tanahi, Settlement Services Manager at TIEs (The Immigrant Education Societ...2025-02-2142 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E72: Maryanne Aghalu thinks Canada met her expectationsHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Maryanne Aghalu, who moved to Canada in 2016 for her MSc, leavin...2025-02-1938 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E71: David Moscrop says we have more in common regardless of originHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with David Moscrop, host of The David Moscrop Show, and author of Too...2025-02-1448 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E70: Matthew McDonald thinks more Canadians need to talk to newcomersHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Matthew McDonald - RCIC consultant, immigrant, and an all-round great human...2025-02-0743 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E69: Olia Stasiuk thinks immigrants impose limitations on themselvesHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Olia Stasiuk, Founder of Bonzai AI, author, and all-round superhero. W...2025-01-3144 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E68: Alfred Kainga was just about giving up. Kevin Hart gave him his big breakHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Alfred Kainga, the funniest comic I've listened to in a long w...2025-01-3037 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E67: Onyeka Okonkwo on cultural differences at work, black tax, and settling into LondonHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with the passionately curious Onyeka Okonkwo, a risk manager at KPMG UK, an...2025-01-2454 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E66: Milan Sanghani insists Canada needs a centralized system for international student admissionsHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Milan Sanghani — Founder of EdMission, and an immigrant entrepreneur on a missio...2025-01-2355 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E65: Ozoz Sokoh thinks food can be a coping mechanism for immigrantsHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Ozoz Sokoh, a Nigerian food writer, explorer, educator, and author of Cho...2024-12-2037 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E64: Izunna Dike believes fusion cooking can benefit both Nigerian and foreign flavor profilesHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Izunna Dike, immigrant, chef, and all-round jolly fellow. When w...2024-12-1842 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E63: Douglas Price can help you understand the Canadian financial systemHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Douglas Price — award-winning music teacher and composer turned personal finance educator...2024-12-131h 23
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E62: Tope Fajingbesi believes we must maintain a connection to our home country as immigrantsHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Tope Fajingbesi, ex-Global Chief Financial Officer of Ashoka, and Founder of She...2024-12-1241 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E61: Daniel Bernhard believes we can have a better Canadian immigration conversationHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Daniel Bernhard, the CEO of the Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC).2024-12-0645 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E60: Cancer broke Kris Granger. Community & resilience put him back togetherHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Kris Granger, who immigrated from Trinidad to Sweden four years ago. 2024-11-2253 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E59: Yawa Degboe isn't giving up her Togolese heritageHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Yawa Degboe, who moved to Paris, France as a 4yo. Years...2024-11-2131 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E58: Mujidah Sakibu knows how you can get a job in CanadaHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Mujidah Sakibu, product manager, job search coach, and 3X immigrant.T...2024-11-1536 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E57: Romu Gaboriau on what it's like to move from France to the United StatesHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Romu Gaboriau, who moved to the United States 15 years ago after...2024-11-1439 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E56: Eyitayo Ogunmola is building a bridge from Naija to the rest of the worldHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Eyitayo Ogunmola, founder of Utiva, a technology talent development startup. F...2024-11-0841 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E55: Gwen Lafage thinks we underestimate how culture influences usHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Gwen Lafage, whom I would call a serial immigrant. She's lived...2024-11-0648 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E54: Tobi Oluwole is living life on his termsHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Tobi Oluwole, former Shopify sales manager, employability coach, and a great...2024-11-0138 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E53: Maryam Atoyebi thinks the pandemic made it harder for immigrants to settle downHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking to Maryam Atoyebi, who moved from Nigeria to Canada in the midst...2024-10-3045 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E52: Matt Adolphe knows why you are struggling at your Canadian workplaceHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Matt Adolphe, author of the seminal book on the Canadian workpl...2024-10-2547 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E51: Helen Agbonison feels more at home in Canada than in NigeriaHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Helen Agbonison, founder of Africans & African Descendants in St. Albert.W...2024-10-1644 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E50: Olufemiloye thinks you shouldn't be desperate when immigrating to CanadaHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant..In this episode, I’m speaking with an OG of Canadian immigration, Olufemiloye — known as Olú of Canada in...2024-10-1136 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E49: Rotimi Fawole believes code-switching is a necessary skillHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I am speaking with Rotimi Fawole, lawyer, immigrant, writer, and DJ.When we t...2024-10-0946 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E48: Rebecca Johnson believes immigrant founders face unique challenges when fundraisingHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Rebecca Johnson, Investment & Operations Associate at BKR Capital, a VC firm t...2024-10-0430 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E47: Nosa Ayanru found it easier to settle into Canada than the UKHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Nosa Ayanru, an amazing MC, finance fella, and community builder.N...2024-10-0136 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E46: Shilan Zade thinks immigrants should get involved in building Canada's futureHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Shilan Zade, who's running to be the next Conservative candidate for Bu...2024-09-2739 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E45: Aakansha Jain cannot believe she found it easier to settle in AustraliaHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Aakansha Jain, Indian, Nigerian, and now Australian.Fellow Nigeri...2024-09-2029 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E44: Nwachukwu Onyeagba on facing the fear of the unknownHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Nwachukwu Edgar Onyeagba, the man who saw the future.How...2024-09-1331 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E43: Kaveri Srivastava on how to hit the ground running in CanadaHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Kaveri Srivastava, Snr. Marketing Director at World Financial Group.I’ve...2024-09-0620 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E42: Chris Ogunlowo on not feeling settled down yetHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Chris Ogunlowo, poet, adman, philosopher, and immigrant. If you as...2024-08-3033 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E41: Komal Faiz on Canada in 2015 vs. Canada todayHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Komal Faiz, a UX researcher par excellence and founder of Wander...2024-08-2334 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E40: Mu Okonkwo on abandoning soccer for basketballHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Mu Okonkwo, former basketball player now immigrant entrepreneur.One ra...2024-08-1639 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E39: Angel Iyke-Osuji on running away from homeHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Ann Iyke-Osuji, one of the bravest immigrants I’ve met...2024-08-0933 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E38: Leslie Awasom on lessons from building a $160M+ real estate businessHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Leslie Awasom, the anaesthesiologist who became a real-estate entrepreneur.It’s...2024-08-021h 00
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E37: Areej AbuAli on the pressure of going from student visa to Permanent ResidentHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Areej AbuAli, Founder of Women in Tech SEO. Areej...2024-07-2638 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E36: Tunde Leye on the pros and cons of starting afreshHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Tunde Leye, author of over five books, including the critically acclai...2024-07-1235 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E35: Beatriz Zanatelli on picking Canada as her new homeHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Beatriz Zanatelli, co-host of the Find a Way podcast and founde...2024-07-0545 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E34: Aashni Shah on putting in the effort to settle inHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Aashni Shah, founder of HypeDocs.Colored and black women...2024-06-2842 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E33: Sebastian Cuervo on limiting yourself by staying in your comfort zoneHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Sebastian Cuervo, writer and copy strategist.Moving to a new...2024-06-1437 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E32: Eric Agyemang on the immigrant's tendency to underestimate their valueHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with the wonderful Eric Agyemang of Maple Bridge Ventures. There’...2024-06-0742 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E31: Denys Smushko on hitting the ground runningHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Denys Smushko, international student turned community connector via his work at RBC...2024-05-2443 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E30: Tosin Thomas on how to get a job before landing in CanadaHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Tosin Thomas, Head of Marketing at Financial Cents.“I though...2024-05-1725 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E29: Smithe Sodine on the beauty of her Haitian heritageHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Smithe Sodine, former elementary ESL teacher, college instructor, mother, and founde...2024-05-1041 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E28: Nkechi Runsewe on immigrating being her most difficult adult experienceHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Nkechi Runsewe, who moved from Lagos, Nigeria to Amsterdam, Holland for wo...2024-05-0351 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E27: Kateryna Maksymenko on how the immigration journey changes youHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Kateryna Makysmenko, who’s lived in four countries since she turned 1...2024-04-2629 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E26: Annie on immigrating to FinlandAnn shares her experience of moving to Finland and the challenges she faced in integrating into Finnish society. She discusses the overwhelm that led her to start a YouTube channel and the reasons she chose Finland as her destination. Ann talks about the culture shock she experienced and the difficulties in making Finnish friends. She also highlights the importance of learning the Finnish language and the impact it has on building relationships. Ann reflects on what she misses about Nigeria and the cultural differences between the two countries. She concludes by emphasizing the need for long-term goals and planning...2024-04-1031 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E25: Ayo Owodunni on winning the Kitchener City Councilor seatHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Ayo Owodunni, Kitchener City Councillor - Ward 5, Associate Professor at Conest...2024-04-0244 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E24: Anna Otroshchenko on the Canadian wait timeHello, I'd really like to grow this email list. If you enjoy this newsletter, it would mean the world to Jola and I if you encouraged one friend/fellow immigrant/colleague to subscribe…Very likely, the the only thing you will get in return is warm fuzzy feelings, and if I can attribute it to you, I’d personally send you a thank you email.Join us as we explore the bitter-sweet world of the immigrant.In this episode, I’m speaking with Anna Otroshchenko, COO of Otrofy Inc, who moved from Ukraine to Can...2024-03-2729 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E23: Lola Oduwole on the "Deadmonton" mythThere are a ton of reasons we, as immigrants, feel compelled to work all the time.* You just spent all your savings moving to a new country* You probably took a couple of steps down the career ladder* You’ve got black tax to remit every other month.Lola, the Afroedmontonian, is on a mission to change that. She joined me on The Newcomers Podcast to chat about:* The ‘Deadmonton Myth”* One of her most embarrassing moments during her first week in Edmonton* The abrupt end to...2024-03-1841 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E22: Siamak Riahi on moving 14 times in 22+ yearsSiamak Riahi, Founder and CEO of Riahi Patents, likens the early days of his immigration journey to standing in the middle of a tornado and being thrown from one place to another by the strong winds. Despite feeling that way in the early days, Siamak has gone on to move a whopping 14 times across different cities and from the United States to Canada.He joins me on The Newcomers Podcast to chat about:* Underestimating our support system* The importance of community* How each move changes us* Switching...2024-03-1450 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E21: 'Dotun Ayodele-Bamisaiye on being a spoiled immigrantDotun Bamisaiye moved to Canada long before moving to the Great White North became a thing. Back then, he would be the only one speaking Yoruba on his train ride to work. Today, he says the train ride hosts a medley of Pidgin, Yoruba, Igbo, and other African languages. He joined me on The Newcomers Podcast to chat about:* Leaving Nigeria reluctantly* The black nod* The danger of a single story* Finding a job when most Canadian employers weren't looking to hire Nigerians* How best...2024-03-0845 min
This is 40: Lessons on Life, Loss and LoveFind your pathDozie Anyaegbunam speaks to me life changed for him after losing his mom and his dad short after, his quest to finding the right career path and how important family is to him.------------------------------------------------This Is 40 on Twitter and InstagramVisit : https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ Write us: Fan Mail2024-03-0742 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E20: Mo' Ekujumi on running a business in Canada vs. NigeriaAnd our conversation didn't disappoint. Mo joined me on The Newcomers Podcast to chat about:* Moving to Canada as a 16yo* The Canadian Uber joke* Then moving back to Nigeria to help set up Andela* Launching the first online MBA in Nigeria* The beauty of the Nigerian hustle* And the three skills he thinks every immigrant needs to succeed. Some resources he shared during the conversation:* Tobi Oluwole’s LinkedIn storytelling course* $100m Offers by Alex Hormozi* Th...2024-02-2842 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E19: Suhas Pai on Canada's approach to immigrantsThere’s so much stuff to unpack in this conversation with Suhas Pai, the Co-founder and CTO of Hudson Labs. Have you ever heard of the honeymoon phase of immigration? The phase of your immigration journey where everything seems rosy and romantic? And then reality hits you like a truck loaded with sourdough flour. Or his take on how the pressure of home ownership in North America affects how we approach money. It’s hard to ignore that point. Suhas moved from India to The Netherlands as a student, and then, 8+ years later, he m...2024-02-2130 min
The Speak English Fearlessly PodcastHow to break free from a language learning plateau by breaking free from your course book and english class How to break free from a language learning plateau by breaking free from your course book and English classIn today's episode: I hope that I'll be able to help you steer away a little from the traditional course book and classroom setting. We'll explore the surprising places where real growth occurs and how everyday life can become your most valuable learning resource. I'll share stories from my time running an English teaching company in Mexico—illuminating the pros and cons of relying on structured course materials—and how truly immersing yourself in the...2024-02-0632 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E18: Gulsun Demirezen on settling into a new countryBeing an immigrant means we always feel we are on the clock. We have goals we need to hit within specific time frames. And if you're African, you also have black tax playing a harmonic orchestra in your head all the time. Gulsun Demirezen is no stranger to struggling to level up as an immigrant. We talk about the feeling of never feeling settled in a new country. We also explore: * Dealing with grief when you’re far away from home* How being on a work visa can have yo...2024-01-2331 min
The Speak English Fearlessly PodcastHow to find work, housing and deal with racisim immigrating to Canada feat. Nnadozie AnyaegbunamIn today's episode, you will hear Dozie Anyaegbunam share his experience of immigrating to Canada. Dozie is a Content strategist, storyteller, budding documentary filmmaker, and immigrant. He hosts The Newcomers Podcast and writes a newsletter about wine for normal folks.Why you should listen to today's episode:In this episode of "Speak English Fearlessly," Dozie Anyaegbunam, a Nigerian immigrant to Canada, talks about his transition and the challenges he faced while settling into his new life. Dozie discusses his proactive networking approach and the importance of storytelling and communication skills for...2024-01-2347 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E17: Sahar Rahmani on dealing with overwhelmSahar Rahmani could run rings around you all day if you both talked about cybersecurity, fraud prevention, and data science. But that didn’t stop her from feeling overwhelmed by the milk aisle on her first visit to a supermarket in Canada.She ended up calling a friend to ask which was the one closest to what they had back home in Iran. I had a similar experience - only mine was with Benylin, the cough expectorant. It’s wild how the things we take for granted back in our home countries suddenly beco...2024-01-0336 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E16: Tunde Omotoye on going the extra mileGrit. That's the feeling you leave with when you speak with Tunde Omotoye. The brilliant founder of SchooliplyHQ to chat about:* Settling into Canada as an international student* Launching a startup focused on helping international students* Red flags to look out for when hiring an immigration consultant* Life changing moments as an immigrant, and much more.Enjoy!Thanks for listening to The Newcomers Podcast. If this episode inspired you, do me a huge favor and tell one person to subscribe. Or share with an immigrant...2023-12-2142 min
content folksIn which Dozie Anyaegbunam is becoming a lighthouseDozie Anyaegbunam is the former Sr. Content and SEO Manager at UserGems, the current proud owner of many Arsenal jerseys, and the likely future winner of a storytelling award. 2023-11-2810 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E15: Grand Komanda on the power of your communityCommunity is everything. And Grand Komanda is no stranger to the beauty of tapping into your community as an immigrant. In this episode, we chat about:* The origins of the Nigerian-Canadian comedy club* The things he misses most about Nigeria* Tips for Nigerian/African acts looking to immigrate to Canada* Using his immigrant experience as fuel for his jokes.Enjoy!Thank you for listening to The Newcomers Podcast. If this podcast inspired you, do me a huge favor and tell one person to subscribe. Or share...2023-11-2328 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E14: Osibo Imhoitsike on walking away from a career on the upExperienced adman, Osibo Imhoitsike, joins me on The Newcomers Podcast to chat about moving his family out of Nigeria. We also explore:* The various triggers that led to migrating to Canada* Dealing with the stress of living apart from his family * Walking away from a career on the up* His biggest cultural shock.Enjoy!Thank you for listening to The Newcomers Podcast. If this podcast inspired you, do me a huge favor and tell one person to subscribe. Or share with someone who might...2023-11-1237 min
The Remote Work Tribe PodcastThe Remote Work Tribe Podcast: Dozie AnyaegbunamIn this episode of the Remote Work Tribe podcast, we chat with Dozie Anyaegbunamm, Sr. Content & SEO Manager at UserGems. We discuss the importance of resonance when creating content, the role of soft signals, managing up, AI, and more.Episode timestamps:Interesting storytelling examples Dozie has noticed recently. (1:00)Tips to improve your storytelling mindset and content resonance. (3:40)Managing up as a content marketer. (7:45)The importance of measuring what matters. (11:25)How to demonstrate what is working and not working regarding content? (13:25)Dozie’s view on AI (16:40) How does Dozie see the evolution of AI in content mark...2023-10-2638 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E13: Ingrid Polini on running a business in Canada as an immigrantEmbrace your uniqueness as an immigrant. It's your superpower. Ingrid Polini, CEO of SafetyDocs Global, embodies that statement. Startup mentor, business owner, and podcast host, Ingrid understands what it means to be an immigrant founder. She joins me on The Newcomers Podcast to chat about:* Dealing with Canadian Experience as an immigrant founder.* People thinking you know less because you speak in a different accent.* Collective vs. individualistic cultures.* How culture influences business.* Her secret sauce for networking in Canada. This episode was...2023-09-1931 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E12: Folasade Daini on missing Naija food and settling into Canada with a toddlerVlogger, content strategist, and agency owner, Folasade Daini, a former veterinarian turned brand storyteller, is one of the most authentic and enigmatic personalities I have interviewed on this pod. We chat about:* The tax system * Missing her siblings and Naija food* The different phases of settling into a new country* Cultural differences an immigrant has to adjust to* Her sweet daughter* And the one thing she would have done differently.Enjoy!Thank you for listening to The Newcomers Podcast. If...2023-09-1126 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E11: Kamil Rextin on raising biracial kids & the Canadian experimentKamil Rextin is not just a badass B2B marketer. He’s also a straight shooter. One you can trust to tell you as is all the time. This conversation had me smiling all through while editing. We chat about:* Raising biracial kids* Parenting in Canada vs. parenting in Pakistan* The advantages and disadvantages of collective and individualistic cultures* The advantages you get by immigrating as a student* Never fitting in as a kid in Pakistan* And missing home and how we carry a romantic me...2023-09-0142 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E10: Bolaji Oyejide on settling into the United States of America as a teenagerBolaji Oyejide is a griot, author, podcaster, and an all-around amazing human.He joins me to chat about:* Losing cool points on his first night in college* Finding his confidence through dancing* The advantages of going to a historically Black college* Being the “other” as an immigrant* And seeing your dual identity as a strength.Enjoy!P.S. If this podcast left you feeling inspired, do me a huge favor and tell one person to subscribe. This is a public epis...2023-07-2853 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E09: Sam Badoo talks about moving to New York, joining the United States military, and empowering immigrants.Look, folks, this episode was long. But every minute was worth it. Sam is the Founder and CEO of Fleri Health. And he’s a super interesting human. We chat about:* His journey from New York to Columbus, Ohio, to the United States military* Empowering immigrants to thrive and why he launched Fleri Health* Dealing with the identity of work as an immigrant and why jaiye can be much more fun when we are back on our continent* The immigrant’s tendency to glorify hardship* Raising kids and...2023-07-071h 11
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E08: Bona Adogamhe on choosing Canada and raising a kid in the West.Is Canadian work experience still a thing?Should you move your family to Canada and stay back in Nigeria?Bona and I answer these questions and more on the 8th episode of The Newcomers Podcast. He also shares:* Why he chose Canada?* How Canada makes you a hands-on parent* His first day in Calgary, and more.Enjoy. P.S. If this podcast left you feeling inspired, do me a huge favor and tell one person to subscribe. Or share with someone who might...2023-06-2341 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E07: Amir Feizpour on the immigrant's concept of home, dealing with identity crisis, and rebuilding self confidence.In one of the most vulnerable episodes I have recorded so far, Amir and I try to explore some of the existential feelings we immigrants face or deal with while settling into a new country. We chat about:* The immigrant’s concept of home* Dealing with an identity crisis as you shed your old self and adapt to your new society* Rebuilding self-confidence as you struggle to fit in* Dealing with the feeling of being culturally completely out of place, and more. I hope you enjoy listening to...2023-06-0930 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E06: Nino Melikidze on immigrating as a 17yo, living in 3 countries in 10 years, and dealing with the what-ifs.“Everywhere I go, I’m a foreigner.”I still can’t stop thinking about this statement by Nino Melikidze. It perfectly captures an emotion immigrants struggle with - always feeling out of place. Nino is an experienced immigrant. Her first experience with immigration was as a five-year-old. Since then, she’s moved to the United States, Colombia, and now lives in Canada.Nino joined me on the 6th episode of The Newcomers Podcast to talk about:* Why moving abroad is probably done best as a student* Dealing with cultu...2023-05-1839 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E05: Oyin Ajibola on adjusting to the credit system, dealing with covert racism, and making new friends.Oyin Ajibola is a multi-hyphenate. She’s co-published a book (Courage, Change, Faith & Leadership: Inspiring Narratives of Black Women Leaders), runs an immigrant magazine (The Immigrant Muse), actively advocates for the Canadian immigrant community, and works as a Senior Operational Policy Analyst with The Government of Saskatchewan. She joined me on the 5th episode of The Newcomers Podcast to talk about:* Dealing with the fear of things not going as she planned after uprooting her life in Nigeria* The benefits of starting afresh where you have a community* Dealing wi...2023-05-0452 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E04: Chika Offiah on how cultural systems influence parenting styles, her last days in Nigeria, and building confidence as an immigrantAssured, upbeat, and cheery. Chatting with Chika Offiah was a dose of fresh air. On the 4th episode of The Newcomers Podcast, Chika talks about:* Not missing Nigerian food 🫡* Taking advantage of immigration platforms, organizations, and YouTube videos to ease her and the family’s settling down into their new home in Calgary, Canada* Cultural systems and how they affect our approach to parenting* Building confidence as an immigrant, and more.Enjoy!P.S. If this podcast left you feeling inspired, do me a huge favor...2023-04-1831 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E03: Ukwori Ejibe on parenting, job hunting, and launching an immigration consultancy businessHow do you keep a piece of home with you when moving to a new country?For Ukwori, it meant shipping her favorite Aso oke woven chair to her new home in Calgary. On the 3rd episode of The Newcomers Podcast, Ukwori opens up about:* Raising kids in Canada* Job hunting and her way around the “Canadian Experience” * Launching her immigration consultancy business, Numa Immigration & Citizenship Services* The first night feels, and more!Enjoy!P.S. If this podcast left you feeling inspired, do m...2023-03-3134 min
The Content Marketing PodcastBuilding a 'Brand Universe' as a Content Strategy with Dozie AnyaegbunamHave you ever considered content marketing as storytelling? Dozie Anyaegbunam does, and in this episode he shares his valuable strategies that involves SME marketing, guest post partners, storytelling, brand world building and expert-led content creation.Hit up Dozie on his LinkedInLooking for a content marketing agency for your company? Are you in the fintech, financial services or wealth management industry? Hedge can help. You can find out more about us here.2023-03-1539 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E02: Settling into a new country during a lockdown with Nishila BabuNishila Babu quit her job and moved to Canada to start a new life. In this episode, we chat about the following: * Missing home* Dealing with the fear of starting afresh* Settling into a new country while the world grappled with the pandemic* The differences between the Indian and Canadian educational system* Treating immigration as a second chance in lifeEnjoy!P.S. If this podcast left you feeling inspired, do me a huge favor and tell one person to subscribe. Or share...2023-03-1425 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️E01: Pressing the reset button with Dapo AjeniyaDapo Ajeniya moved with his family to Calgary, Canada, just before the world went into a COVID-19 lockdown. In this episode, we chat about:* His first night * Opening up one’s mind to new cultures* Pressing the reset button with his kids* Adjusting to the demands of parenting in the West* Parenting in Naija vs. parenting in CanadaEnjoy!P.S. If this podcast left you feeling inspired, do me a huge favor and tell one person to subscribe.Thank yo...2023-03-0233 min
The Newcomers Podcast 🎙️Welcome to The Newcomers PodDiscover real-life immigrant stories on The Newcomers Podcast! Hosted by Dozie Anyaegbunam, each episode will feature a guest sharing their journey of moving to a new country — from their struggles to lessons to inspiring moments. Join us for a raw and emotional exploration of the determination, resilience, and hope that drive immigrants to chase their dreams. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thenewcomerspod.com2023-02-2700 min
Happily Ambitious17: Content is King, Marketing 101, and Making Your Voice Heard with Dozie AnyaegbunamThis week we had the joy of sitting down with Dozie Anyaegbunam, Sr. Content & SEO Manager at UserGems, all-star marketer, amazing human, and freelance writer.He shared his knowledge about why marketing is so important espically during rocky economic times, how the buyer's journey has evolved, and the work he is doing to give a voice to others. Listen to hear:How Dozi has paved the way to successful marketing career Actionable ways to improve your copy skills His approach to balance and maintain a positive mindsetNavigating loss How to maintain freetime of a...2023-02-2252 min
The First 100 DaysKeepin’ it 100 with Dozie Anyaegbunam, UserGemsOn this Keepin’ it 100, Trinity is joined by Dozie Anyaegbunam, the Co-Founder and Community Lead at Not Enough Writers, a safe space for African writers to connect, develop capacity, vibe, and get access to writing opportunities. “We can put up all the funnels and try to use all the complex terms, but in the end, it's a human being who is going to make that decision.” Dozie has experience in B2B and B2C. What’s the difference? There are plenty. So, in this episode, he focuses instead on one major similarity.2021-05-2703 min