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Queime Depois de OuvirEP 017 - BAILÃO OTAKO EM SÃO PAULO | QDO🎙 Queime Depois de Ouvir – Por Igor CardenutoEp. 17: Bailão Otako – Funk, putaria e cheiro duvidosoNo episódio de hoje, compartilho minha experiência no lendário (e ligeiramente perturbador) Bailão Otako em São Paulo. Sim, um evento que mistura otakus suados, funk, putaria e uma pitada generosa de constrangimento social. E como o idiota de marca maior que sou, claro que eu tive que ir pra conferir esse espetáculo sociológico de perto. Ficou curioso, dá o play aí.📧 Quer desabafar sobre experiências bizarras ou só rir da minha cara? Me manda um e-ma...2025-03-111h 01
Hear My True StoryWhy You Must Learn German Before Moving to Germany in 2025Are you planning to move to Germany in 2025? In this episode of Hear My True Story, Otako shares why learning German is essential before making the big move. From education and housing to making friends and integrating into daily life, the German language is your key to success.
Discover practical tips on preparing for your journey, understanding the importance of language skills, and embracing mistakes as part of the learning process. Whether you’re planning to study, work, or live in Germany, this episode will help you start the year 2025 with confidence.
👉 Don’t forget to like...2025-01-1418 minHear My True StoryBalikowa’s Insight: Why Language is Key for Immigrants in GermanyYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this episode of Hear My True Story, Balikowa reflects on the challenges his friend, an English-speaking student from Africa, faces in Germany due to the language barrier. While Balikowa learned German early on to integrate, his friend didn’t focus on the language—and now struggles with daily tasks like doctor’s appointments, reading letters, and even missing out o...2024-11-0513 minHear My True StoryGermany’s Skilled Workers Immigration Act 2.0 ExplainedYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this episode of Hear My True Story, we dive into Germany’s latest updates to its immigration laws, specifically the Skilled Workers Immigration Act 2.0. Host Otako shares personal experiences of being asked about moving to Germany and invites immigration expert Felix to break down the new rules and opportunities for skilled workers and students.Felix provides valu...2024-10-2212 minHear My True StoryNaked Art and Culture ShocksYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this episode of Hear My True Story, Balikowa shares his biggest culture shocks in Europe. What surprised him the most at first? The many naked sculptures in Berlin! But that was just the beginning. His visit to an FKK beach tested the limits of his cultural adaptability.With plenty of humor, Balikowa recounts what it’s like to step into a world where nude art and ...2024-10-1515 minHear My True StoryNackte Kunst und KulturschocksYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In dieser Episode von Hear My True Story erzählt Balikowa von seinen größten Kulturschocks in Europa. Was ihn zuerst überraschte? Die vielen nackten Skulpturen in Berlin! Doch das war nur der Anfang. Sein Besuch an einem FKK-Strand brachte ihn an die Grenzen seiner kulturellen Anpassungsfähigkeit.Mit viel Humor teilt Balikowa, wie es ist, in eine Welt einzutauchen, i...2024-10-1516 minHear My True StoryTalking to Kids About Death: A Compassionate Approach Through Personal Experience | Hear My True StoryYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Reflecting on the passing of his grandmother and the family rituals that followed, Otako explores how these traditions involved everyone, including children, and the significance of allowing kids to choose whether or not to participate. With his unique perspective, he highlights the importance of respecting children’s decisions while navigating cultural and religious...2024-09-2420 minHear My True StoryNavigating Friendships: Immigrants Making Connections in GermanyYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this episode of Hear My True Story, host Otako is joined by guest Carol J. Smith to explore the unique challenges immigrants face when trying to make friends in Germany. Together, they share personal experiences and discuss the cultural differences that can make building connections difficult. Tune in to hear their honest conversation about the struggles, surprise...2024-09-1738 minHear My True StorySwipe Left on Expectations: The Realities of Online DatingYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this captivating episode of Hear My True Story, we delve into the unpredictable world of online dating. Host Otako sits down with a guest who spills the tea on the challenges, surprises, and shattered expectations that come with searching for love through dating apps. From mismatched profiles to first-date shocks, these real-life stories highlight the often-unexpe...2024-09-1045 minHear My True StorySurprising Traditions: A Journey from No Birthdays to Big CelebrationsYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this special bonus episode of Hear My True Story, Otako takes us on a heartfelt journey from his childhood in a small Ugandan village, where birthdays were never celebrated, to his first surprise birthday party as an adult. He reflects on the cultural significance of celebrations—whether for births, weddings, or funerals—and shares a humorous yet touching plan to ...2024-09-0313 minHear My True StoryOvercoming Language Barriers: My Journey to Becoming an Educator in GermanyYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!What does it take to overcome language barriers and achieve your dreams? On this episode of "Hear My True Story," I, your host Otako, share my deeply personal journey of becoming an educator in Germany. From my initial days volunteering in Marburg to my love for theater, I faced numerous hurdles, including the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic that pushed me to reconsid...2024-07-2321 minHear My True StoryJourney Through a Child's Inquisitive MindYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Have you ever wondered what profound insights can emerge from the innocent questions of children? Join me, Otako, as I navigate the fascinating world of youthful curiosity in this heartwarming episode of Hear My True Story podcast. From the playground to the group room the kids' inquisitive minds transform simple moments into extraordinary opportunities for learning....2024-07-0218 minHear My True StoryMit Worten gegen Rassismus: Gewaltfreie Kommunikation im AlltagYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In dieser Folge von „Hear My True Story“ spricht Host Otako mit Shérif Korodowou über den Einsatz von Gewaltfreier Kommunikation im Kampf gegen Alltagsrassismus. Shérif erklärt, wie Schwarze Menschen und People of Color diese Methode nutzen können, um auf alltägliche rassistische Äußerungen und Diskriminierungen zu reagieren. Vor dem Hintergrund aktueller rassistisch...2024-06-1831 minHear My True StoryBridging Childhoods: Uganda and Germany in Early EducationYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this continuation of our enlightening conversation on "Hear My True Story," host Otako and guest Carol Jay Smith, an educator in Germany, dive deeper into the contrasts and similarities between Ugandan and German day care centers. They explore key topics such as children's rights, creativity, and freedom within these educational systems, drawing from their own chi...2024-06-0426 minHear My True StoryFrom Uganda to Germany: A Journey Through Early Childhood Education.Your feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Join us for an enlightening episode of "Hear My True Story" as host Otako sits down with Carol Jay Smith, an educator based in Germany. Together, they delve into the world of day care centers and kindergartens, comparing their experiences as children in Uganda to their professional roles in German education. This episode is a unique blend of personal childhood memori...2024-05-2835 minHear My True StoryNavigating German Etiquette: Greetings, Table Manners, and Cultural IntegrationYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In the next episode of Hear My True Story, host Otako and guest Carol Jay Smith delve deeper into their culture shock in Germany, focusing on the intricacies of German greetings and table manners. Learn how these experiences have influenced their journey of integration and reflection on their own cultural practices.Otako and Carol candidly share their experiences wit...2024-05-2127 minHear My True StoryUnveiling German Cultural Quirks: FKK, Holidays, Sick Leaves & Swimming StereotypesYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Join Otako, the vibrant host of "Hear My True Story," and his guest Carol Jay Smith as they delve deeper into the intriguing facets of integrating into German society. In this episode, they explore a range of cultural quirks, from the daring FKK (Frei Körper Kultur) to holiday customs, attitudes towards sick leaves, and swimming stereotypes.Otako and Carol candidly s...2024-05-1422 minHear My True StoryBecoming Truly Integrated: German Food and Cultural ShocksYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Have you ever wondered when you're really integrated in Germany? Is it when you speak perfect German, enjoy all the local breads and soups, or perhaps when you can cook traditional German dishes? Whether you're considering moving to Germany as an expert, an immigrant or a permanent resident, this episode is a must-listen.Join Otako, the lively host of Hear My True St...2024-05-0724 minHear My True StoryGrenzenlos: Eine Reise der Selbstentdeckung durch Barfußlaufen und offene BegegnungenYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Otako fühlte sich von der Idee angezogen, sich selbst inmitten der Menge zu finden und dabei seine eigenen Grenzen auszuloten. Alles begann mit etwas so Einfachem wie Barfußlaufen. Otako stellte fest, dass er diese körperliche Herausforderung meistern konnte, auch wenn ihm das Wetter und das Urteil der Gesellschaft anfangs zu schaffen machten.Doch das eigentliche Abe...2024-04-3004 minHear My True StoryJourney of Resilience: Migrant Stories in GermanyYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Join us on an emotional journey as Carol Jay Smith and Otako, host of the Hear My True Story podcast, explore the complicated story of our immigrant experiences in Germany. From the warmth of shared moments to the unexpected twists and turns that redefine belonging, this episode is about the essence of home. Discover how we have woven German culture into our daily li...2024-03-1228 minHear My True Story"Sprachwunder": Navigating Language and Culture in Germany.Your feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this enlightening episode, join Otako, host of Hear My True Story, and Carol Jay Smith on their journey of language acquisition for immigrants in Germany. Through heartfelt conversations and personal anecdotes, we explore the profound impact language skills have on integration, cultural understanding and community relations. From overcoming challenges to celebrati...2024-03-0533 min
Hear My True StoryBridges Between Worlds: Stories of IntegrationYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this episode of Hear My True Story, host Otako and guest Aldo explore the topic of integration. They share personal anecdotes and insights that highlight the challenges and triumphs of adapting to a new culture. From navigating bureaucratic systems to dealing with cultural differences, Aldo and Otako offer heartfelt accounts of their journey to integrate into Germ...2024-02-2730 min
Hear My True StoryHome is where the heart speaks: Understanding Germany as our countryYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Join us for the heartfelt continuation of Otako and Oyango's journey in the second instalment of our Black History Month series. Immerse yourself in the deep sense of belonging as they explore the factors and experiences that have made Germany their beloved home. Discover the moments that have created a strong sense of connection and community, and gain insight into ...2024-02-2029 min
Hear My True StoryLost in Translation: Navigating Language and Culture in GermanyYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this episode of Hear My True Story, join Otako and Aldo Oyango on their transformative journey of learning German in the heart of Germany. The duo open up about their unforgettable experiences and the challenges they faced as they grappled with the intricacies of the language. From overcoming language barriers to forging deeper connections within the local communi...2024-02-1333 min
Hear My True StoryJourney to Belong: Navigating Integration in GermanyYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this episode of "Hear My True Story," join our host, Otako, as he shares his personal journey of integration into German society. From the initial struggles with the language to overcoming bureaucratic challenges in obtaining the right training, Otako delves into the complexities faced by immigrants in Germany. Discover the highs and lows, the cost of learning a n...2024-02-0613 min
Hear My True StoryHarmony Amidst Struggle: Stories of Resilience and Allyship in Germany's Cultural TapestryYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Embark on a heartfelt journey with Onyango and Otako in the latest episode of "Hear My True Story." Titled "Harmony Amidst Struggle: Stories of Resilience and Allyship in Germany's Cultural Tapestry," the hosts dive into the complexities of their lives as Black Africans in Germany. Unveiling layers of racism and celebrating the allies who stand against prejudice, thi...2024-01-3023 min
Hear My True StoryGerman Giggles: Navigating Hilarious Language MishapsYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Join us for a sidesplitting journey in our latest episode, "German Giggles: Navigating Hilarious Language Mishaps" on the Hear My True Story podcast. Otako, our intrepid host, shares uproarious tales from his adventures in learning German as a migrant. Brace yourself for linguistic blunders, cultural quirks, and moments that will have you laughing out loud!Embark on ...2024-01-2319 minHear My True StoryCrossing Continents with Christmas: A Migrant's TaleYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this captivating episode of Hear My True Story, our host, Otako, takes us on a heartfelt journey back to his childhood in a quaint Ugandan village. As the festive season approaches, memories of Christmas come alive—the scent of pine, the flicker of candlelight, and the joyous laughter of children.But this tale isn’t just about Otako; it’s a symphony of shared expe...2023-12-2646 minHear My True StoryJourney to Joy: How Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi's Ugandan Literature Saved My LifeYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this special episode, we collaborate with Ugandan Art Speaks Out, a podcast produced by Omuti Kreativ, an organization that promotes art for social change and empowerment in Uganda. Otako, the host of Hear My True Story, who shares his hilarious and heartwarming journey as a Ugandan migrant in Germany and how he found solace and inspiration in the works of Jennife...2023-12-0537 minHear My True StoryNature, Play, and Learning: A Comparison of My Ugandan Village Childhood and the “Natur und Waldkindergarten” Concept.Your feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this episode, Otako shares his personal story of growing up in a small village in Uganda, where nature and the forest were his playground and kindergarten. He recounts his daily adventures of exploring the natural world, gathering fruits, and creating his own toys from natural materials. He also reflects on the challenges and lessons he learned from his childhood ...2023-11-2819 minHear My True StoryHow to Talk to Black People: A Guide for White People Who Want to Have Respectful and Meaningful ConversationsYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this episode of Hear My True Story, Otako shares his personal story of going to a party organized by some white people, and the awkward conversation he had with an old man who was very curious about his background. He reveals how he felt interrogated, judged, and stereotyped by someone who did not know anything about him or his culture. He also explains why he avo...2023-11-2117 minHear My True StoryCrossing Continents: An Immigrant's Tale - The USA and Germany PerspectiveYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Welcome back to the second installment of "Crossing Continents: An Immigrant's Tale." In this episode, we continue our captivating conversation with Arnold Zziwa, our guest residing in the United States of America.Join our host Otako and Arnold as they delve deeper into the immigrant experience, sharing their unique insights and personal stories of adapting to life i...2023-10-1749 minHear My True StoryBridging Worlds: Navigating Life as African Immigrants in the USA and EuropeYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Welcome to a captivating episode of "Hear My True Story." Join our host, Otako, an African immigrant living in Germany, as he engages in an inspiring conversation with our special guest, Arnold Zziwa, who resides in the United States of America. Together, they delve into the remarkable journey of African immigrants, sharing their experiences of life in both the USA a...2023-10-1042 minHear My True StoryConfronting Racism: Unveiling the Reality of Being BiPOC in GermanyYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Step into a candid and thought-provoking conversation as the hosts of "Hear My True Story," Otako and Onyango, delve into a topic that resonates with countless individuals - the unsettling reality of racism against Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BiPOC) in Germany. In an episode that embraces both vulnerability and empowerment, Otako and Onyango recount ...2023-08-1523 minHear My True StoryLife is Too Short to Live It as a Racist: Uniting Against Systemic Racism with the Power of LaughterYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today! Get ready for a laughter-filled adventure as we embark on a journey with Otako, a talented Ugandan artist, who spreads joy across borders. In this captivating episode, we delve into the concept of systemic racism and its impact on minority communities in their day-to-day lives. From airport interrogations to an unexpected train encounter, Otako's story sheds li...2023-08-0126 minHear My True StoryCulture Clash Chronicles: Hilarious Adventures in German Appointments and VacationsYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Get ready for a laughter-packed episode of our podcast as we dive into the uproarious world of cultural differences! In this side-splitting installment, our host, Otako, regales us with his real-life experiences in navigating German appointments and vacations.Before even mastering the German language, Otako found himself immersed in a whirlwind of cultural clashes. F...2023-07-1131 minHear My True StoryLost in 'Die, Der, Das': Hilarious German Grammar Follies & Blunders!Your feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Join us for this tongue-in-cheek episode as our host Otako shares his hilarious misadventures while learning German. From battling the infamous "Die, Der, Das" articles to dealing with linguistic idiosyncrasies, this linguistic journey will have you laughing out loud. Laugh along as we unravel the mysteries of German grammar, appreciate the simplicity of your native ...2023-07-0415 min
No soy otaku, pero...T5 Episodio 8: LOS NUEVOS DUEÑOS DE LA GUARIDA OTAKOCompramos La Guarida Otako y nos presentamos como los nuevos presentadores de este podcast!2023-07-0350 minHear My True StoryLost in Translation: Hilarious German Language FailsYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this side-splitting podcast episode, titled "Lost in Translation: Hilarious German Language Fails," we dive into the rib-tickling adventures of learning German as a migrant. Join Otako as he shares unforgettable stories that will have you laughing out loud and nodding your head in solidarity.Our host takes you on a rollercoaster ride through the trials and tribula...2023-06-2717 min
Hear My True StoryLittle truth-tellers: What children can teach us about honesty and acceptanceYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this episode, we will delve into the intriguing world of children and their honesty. Otako will share with us his unique experiences working with children and the amusing yet truthful tales they tell. From curious questions about big noses and dark skin colors to an unfiltered account of a child's home life, we will explore the unbridled thoughts of children and h...2023-04-2514 min
Hear My True StoryMzungu: Unraveling the East African PerceptionYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this episode of "Hear My True Story," join your host "Otako" as he delves into the fascinating world of the Swahili word "Mzungu." Widely known in East Africa, "Mzungu" is a term that every European or white person encounters when visiting the region. But what does it really mean? From its literal translation as "white man" to its broader connotations as a "boss" ...2023-01-3114 min
Hear My True StoryWhat it was like to grow up as a child in Uganda in Africa!Your feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this episode, Otako and CJ, the hosts, talk about their experiences training to be educators in Germany and their experiences working with children in Germany and how these experiences differ from those in Uganda.They talk about their experiences as children in Uganda and how the systems for supporting children are extremely different. (Uganda and Germany) S...2022-09-2029 min
Hear My True StoryHow do I become an educator in Germany?Your feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this episode, Otako shares his personal experience of training to become an educator in Germany. After a successful first year, he tells his personal story of how and why he chose this career path. How do I become an educator?Surely, your desire to become an educator does not come by chance. You probably have always enjoyed working with children or adole...2022-08-0924 min
No soy otaku, pero...T4 Episodio 10: ESPECIAL MUSICAEpisodio 10 del podcast mas musical de la historia, un podcast lleno de mucho texto relacionado con la musica y las vidas de nuestros miembros fundadores de la guarida otako.2022-08-081h 22
Hear My True StoryWhy do Germans have so many types of bread?Your feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!With so many types of bread in Germany, it can sometimes be difficult to choose when you're at the bakery! In this episode, CJ and Otako share their experiences with a cultural food sock they experienced when they came to Germany in 2019 and how they couldn't understand why Germans eat bread for lunch, dinner, breakfast and even as a snack! Good bread is part of the ...2022-08-0221 min
Hear My True StoryWhy do Germans talk so much about the weather?Your feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this episode, CJ and Otako talk about their first experiences with winter and summer in Germany and how they experienced the weather sock, but they also found it fascinating that Germans talk so much about the weather. It's a topic that can always be used to start a conversation, but also to avoid a conversation.Guess what your roommate might ask you about the wea...2022-07-2630 min
Hear My True StoryWhy it takes effort to integrate into a new culture.Your feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this episode, Otako shares his personal experience of why it takes effort to integrate into a new culture, based on a true story. Otako moved to Germany from Uganda in 2019, but in order to enjoy Germany he has to be culturally open-minded, he has to integrate into the new German culture and system. As a migrant, you have to work really hard to integrate, bu...2022-07-1918 min
No soy otaku, pero...T3 Episodio 12: RECOMENDACIONES ANIME/MANGA A MÁS NO PODERNuevo episodio del podcast más importante de anime de la única Guarida Otako. Esta vez un podcast cargado de recomendaciones épicas de anime y manga que no te puedes perder.2022-05-221h 17No soy otaku, pero...T3 Episodio 10+1: Especial Bob EsponjaNuevo episodio especial sobre una de las grandes series de nuestra infancia: Bob Esponja, un pequeño tributo de La Guarida Otako a esta serie donde Andrés y Walter valorarán, como siempre, los 5 mejores personajes, 5 mejores capítulos y 5 mejores escenas de la Esponja más famosa de toda la televisión.2022-05-151h 07No soy otaku, pero...T3 Episodio 6: Especial South Park!Episodio numero 6 de infarto en el cual estaremos hablando de los mejores personajes, capitulos y escenas de South Park segun la guarida otako.2022-04-111h 23No soy otaku, pero...T3 Episodio 2: Cómo ser un otako ejemplarEpisodio 2 :D2022-03-141h 26
Hear My True StoryCovid 19 vaccine brings back my childhood Memories!Your feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!The Covid 19 vaccine brings back memories of my childhood! Kayendeke Zoey Patricia, also known as "Zoeythestoryteller", tells a true story from her childhood in this episode, triggered by the current promotion of the vaccine Covid19 in Uganda and worldwide.Kayendeke Zoey Patricia is a Ugandan folklore storyteller known as #Zoeythestoryteller, poet, musician and...2022-02-0122 min
Hear My True StoryFood For AfricaYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today! Support the showContact Hear My True Story : Email: hear@hearmytruestory.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/HearmyTrue YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/c/HearMyTrueStory Contribute to our podcast, Your Support Means a Lot to Us: DONATEYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!T...2022-01-2510 min
Hear My True Story"Afro-textured Hair" It's Never "Just Hair"Your feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!"Afro-textured Hair" It's Never "Just Hair"In this episode, Carol Kiwanuka shares her personal experience with Afro hair as an African woman living in Germany. The moment a non-African woman touches her hair on the streets of Germany in Stuttgart without her consent. And she asks her many questions like: How do you wear it? How do you do it?She was surprised bec...2022-01-1835 min
Hear My True StoryCovid19 Global Lockdowns the year 2019Your feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this episode, Otako shares his personal experience with the Corona virus during the first months of the 2019 global Corona virus lockdown.He was part of the Spice Road Theatre world tour that had to be cancelled due to Covid19. As an artist, this turned his life upside down, but it also gave birth to his online storytelling sessions on YouTube and later led to the...2022-01-1110 min
Hear My True StoryIn Uganda, Christmas is called SekukkuluYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Sekukkulu is celebrated on December 25 and is one of the most important holidays in Uganda. Everywhere you go, you hear people wishing "Sekukkulu Ennugi", which means "Merry Christmas".On Sekukkulu, all things stand still, and the focus of the celebrations is, of course, the birth of Jesus Christ. The festivities begin the night before, first at church and then at ho...2021-12-2128 min
Hear My True StoryIdentity Unveiled: Exploring the Impact of a German PassportYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Embark on a thought-provoking journey in this episode as we delve into the intricate layers of identity in Germany. Our discussion revolves around the pivotal question of whether obtaining a German passport shields Black individuals from racism. Join us as we navigate the nuanced pros and cons, shedding light on the experiences of Black people living in Germany.Our g...2021-12-1417 min
Hear My True StoryI ask because i want to know !Your feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this episode we hear a story from Carol Kiwanuka, a young Ugandan storyteller living in Germany. She told this story in 2021 during Black History Month, which was organized by the Hessisches Landestheater Marburg in Germany. As part of Black History Month Marburg, a multi-part online workshop "Storytelling" took place. The participants were introduced ...2021-12-0711 min
Hear My True StoryIf there are really angels, I met one in Hamburg!Your feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!The song you hear in this episode was sung and written by Edrine Matovu and Aldo Onyango. Onyango tells his personal true story in this episode. He first told this story in 2021 during the Black History Month celebration at the Hessisches Landestheater Marburg in Germany.As part of Black History Month Marburg, a multi-part online workshop "Storytelling" took pl...2021-11-3018 min
Hear My True StoryAfrican Name or English Name!Your feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In Africa, many African people have English or European names. But what do African people have to do with these English names and with which name would most of them like to be addressed? In this episode, Otako shares his personal experience of wanting to be addressed by his African names, but not by English names! He had an experience that made him fall in love with ...2021-11-2308 min
Hear My True StoryTwo Worlds, One Love: A Tale of Dogs and CultureYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this heartwarming episode of "Hear My True Story," we embark on a journey of cultural exploration with two remarkable individuals, Mandy Dunker and Carol Kiwanuka, as they unravel the intriguing differences in perspectives towards dogs as pets between Germany and Uganda.Mandy, a fervent dog enthusiast and a staunch advocate for animal rights, shares her extraordin...2021-11-1637 min
Hear My True StoryStereotypes about being black in EuropeYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Otako is a black man living in Germany. In this episode, he tells his true story about the different stereotypes he has experienced not only in Germany, but also in other European countries. Otako has had the opportunity to live and travel in four European countries, but the stereotypes associated with being black in Europe seem to be quite similar. Support the showC...2021-11-0908 min
Hear My True StoryEmbracing Necessity: Discovering Language for SurvivalYour feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!Embarking on the journey of mastering a new language is not only an intellectual endeavor but also a captivating adventure. Now, envision immersing yourself in a language not of your choosing but essential for your very existence within society.Join us in this episode of "Hear My True Story" as we delve into the remarkable narratives of Onyango and Otako, as they rec...2021-11-0220 min
Hear My True StoryWhat is the problem with the toilets on the trains?Your feedback matters! Share your thoughts and stories with us to inspire more narratives. Text us your views and stories today!In this episode, Otako shares his personal experience of using a toilet on a train in Germany. How often do you pay attention to the announcements on the train, the advertisements and even the small and big buttons in places where you don't expect them on the train? Support the showContact Hear My True Story : Email: hear@hearmytruestory.com Twitter: https://twitter...2021-10-2606 min