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Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 75: Balance - Author , Dr. Yetunde Odugbesan-Omede@iamyetunde is an Author, Professor of Global Affairs and the owner a quite a few business ventures. In her latest book Balance, Yetunde tackles the complexities of the concept of balance and it's application as we move through the different phases of our lives. In this Episode we discuss: The personal framing and application of balance in ways that is devoid of external influences Some of the key indicators that signal to us that we are out of balance in areas of our lives The secret sauce to being more balanced in relationships Patience Understanding Empathy Enj...
2020-10-161h 06
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 74: Developing a Style Through Life and Lived Experience - Visual Artist, Adulphina Imuede@Adulphina is a young home grown artist whose paintings frequent the Nigerian and dare I say the West African art scene. Her signature lays emphasis "on the human head as a cradle of conscious , unconscious and subconscious thought processes inhered in every sing person holding spirituality and perceptions of the physical and metaphysical". What I love about her work, is that each pieec seems to carry an untold story or even mystery in their eyes as if the have lived many lives and have something poignant to say Enjoyed this Episode? Kindly please leave a review HERE; the...
2020-10-0844 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 73: Creating Accessible and Meaningful Contemporary Modern Art@UzoArt is a contemporary artist whose work took off due to a Rick and Morty Twitter meme that went viral. Uzo who has been building body of work inspired by her modern designs and her Nigerian culture , leaned into the opportunity and started creating digital prints , making her work accessible. Not only is her work aesthetically pleasing, it is one that has a cause, portions of their profits are used for a charitable cause. Enjoyed this Episode? Kindly please leave a review HERE; the simplest of phrases counts, thank you! In this episode, U...
2020-09-2943 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 72: Awani Film, Aderonke Adeola - Interrogating Pre-Colonial African Female Identity @Aderonke is a writer, filmmaker and director, her 2018 documentary Awani Film was screened at over 15 film festivals around the world and won the UNESCO prize from the Belgium UNESCO Commission In this Episode we discuss: The traditional organization system utilized by African women to inspire political action through movements like the Aba Women's Riot of 1929 The impact of colonial on gender inequality in Nigeria Colonial cultural inheritance versus cultural values systems that are authentically African In the invasion of Arabs before European presence and the lasting effects both foreign presence left on Northern Nigerian
2020-09-091h 00
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 71: Bola Ogun - The Journey from Production Assistant to Directing TV Shows@Onebolafun is a writer, filmmaker and director. You mostly likely consume or have come in contact with her work without realizing. Amongst her own creations Water Phoenix & Are We Good Parents, she is also known for directing OWNs Queen Sugar, FXs Lucifer, Legacies and most recently SXX for Disney +. As you will hear or have heard during the conversation, the road that led to these destinations were very topys turvy and fraught with uncertainty In This Episode We Discuss: Being selected by Ava DuVernay to direct Queen Sugar Her leap of Faith from taking a break...
2020-08-1056 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 70: Jojo Silla, Writer & Producer - Short Film, Not Supposed To Be Here@JojoSilla is an all-around creative who expressions range from painting, music and filmmaking. Jojo joins us to talk about her work with short film Not Supposed To Here, a film recently shortlisted to be screened at the Toronto Short Film Channel Festival. Not Supposed To Be Here (NSTBH) is a story that explores the negative dynamic that exists between African Immigrant and African American in the United States. In This Episode We Discuss : The perceptions African Immigrants and African American have about each other. The source of these tensions and how it passed down from generations...
2020-07-1658 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 69: How to Live a Life and Pursue a Career with Purpose Clarity - Yetunde ShortersYetunde Shorters is a Purpose & Branding coach who helps female entrepreneurs get clear on their purpose and monetize their passion. I had the privilege of working with Yetunde a few years ago after meeting her at the She Leads Africa event in the NYC. After going through her workshop, I knew that she need to come on the show to talk about what he work and importance for everyone to have clarity when pursuing their purpose. With the COVID-19 pandemic in full swing and companies going through a workforce shrink. This topic is pertinent now more...
2020-05-2748 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 68 - Minimalist Architecture & Designs -Tosin Oshinowo, Ile Ila & cmD+A DesignsTosin Oshinowo is an architect better known for her design of the "Big Black Box" Shopping Mall in Maryland, Lagos Nigeria. She also recently gained a lot of recognition for her use of Yoruba traditional fabric- Aso Oke to create statement furniture pieces with her latest venture Ile Ila. Her signature which is identifiable with the use of fine lines, geometry and simplicity truly sets her apart from her peers. Her interpretation of African minimalism, steers away from the expected prints we are used to seeing but still exudes the associated boldness. To me, her works seems...
2020-05-191h 08
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 67: Building a Financial Safety Net during the PandemicIn light of the current state of the world , the stressor of finances and financial stability reigns supreme. Today's episode is with a Certified Financial Advisory and the Founder of a Financial Advisory firm - Earn Into Wealth, a boutique advisory firm that helps high earners be more intentional about the their mid to long term financials aspirations. What I enjoyed about my conversation with Kaya Ladejobi CFP, is that she pares finances down to the basics to be relatable and employable regardless of whether you are a high earner or not. On this episode, Kaya breaks down
2020-05-1051 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 66: Adaeze Elechi, Author Harmattan - The Exploration of Self, Softness and StillnessAdaeze is an author and filmmaker whose work focuses on the exploration of softness and vulnerability in people and spaces. On this episode, she shared latest work, Harmattan . Harmattan is a chapbook (collection of poetry and prose) that was inspired by her mother’s passing from a severe illness. Harmattan is a self-healing journey that allowed Adaeze celebrate her mother life journey. We see her resurrects her mother’s essence throughout the book. For a book that appears to be a quick read, it is packed with so much emotion; taking the readers through the humanness of 3 gene...
2020-04-281h 02
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 65: A Cry To War, A Pre-Slavery African Tale, Co-Author Karen Pumpuni I had the opportunity to catch up with the Co-Author of A Cry To War, a book set in 13th century Africa - Pre-slavery. The book follows the life a king who battles the duality of the physical and metaphysical. Consulting and collaborating with the spirits of the gods and elders past, King Ewuare the protagonist hopes to resolve a moral dilemma. In my conversation with co-authors Karen and Odiase , they share the impetus behind this work. They talk about the importance of Telling an African story that has no connections to slavery and servitude. Answering q...
2020-04-1454 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 64: COVID-19 Implication on Fertility Therapy - Dr Yetunde Ibrahim, Endocrinologist and Fertility Specialist Dr. Yetunde Ibrahim Jimoh, a Dallas based expert shares some insight on her work as a Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility Specialist. In her role she helps aspiring people and couple achieve their goal of becoming parents. The nature and process of this work can be challenging on the best of days but with the added pressure and presence of COVID-19 this has become even more complicated. Dr Ibrahim sheds some light on the General fertility and infertility statistics as a whole On the metrics and indicators as it relates to fertility in African American women
2020-04-0654 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenCOVID-19, Preparedness, Misinformation and Emergency PlanningDr. Zahra Parker is a public health scientist specializing in infectious diseases. In this episode, we catch to talk about Corona Virus popularly known as COVID-19 that is sweeping the world by a horrendous thunderstorm. As a we all see the magnitude and impact of this virus which initially presents as the common flu is so stupefying that the public did not initially take it seriously. In this episode, Zahra breaks down COVID 19 right down the basics, going in to : Preparedness and an emergency plan in the event of an infection Over the counter and homeopathic re...
2020-04-0142 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 62: Produce a TV Show - Cornelia O'Dwyer, Host & Producer - Chick Chat LiveCornelia is the executive producer and host of , Chick Chat Live a talk show that explores the worldview and opinions of African women as they navigate all facets of the 21st Century. Her resume however, spans across multiple media projects including hosting shows like Ndani TV and Grapevine 981 on Smooth 98.1FM . What makes Cornelia’s journey remarkable is the way she has been able to successfully bootstrap her show which was later picked up on Fox Live Africa and aired on DSTV, Startimes and Kwese TV. In this episode, Cornelia does a true...
2019-11-141h 52
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 61: Tolani Alli , Political Photographer - Breaking Gender Boundaries in African PoliticsTolani Alli is a political and documentary photographer for the Vice President of the Nigeria. In this episode, we talk about her entrance into photojournalism and more how she was able to secure her position and become the right hand person covering heated debates and conversations in Nigerian politics. What make Tolani’s work so remarkable is that she is the only woman to have held this post in an environment that can be extremely mysgonitic and ageist. In this episode, she shares the importance of knowing and clearly communicating your value proposition....
2019-10-221h 07
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 60: Understanding the Dining Experience and Why Food Is the Ultimate Connector I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation with Kutina. Kutina is a Tanzanian American woman who moved to the US in her childhood and has maintained strong ties with her home country. The dynamic woman who is also a stationary in the US food and restaurant industry, take us behind the scenes of some of your favorite restaurants. In this episode we become a little more intimate with service and the mechanics of dining and food appreciation. Some of the topics we explore are Why many African restaurants cannot get it right and how the realities of being a restaurateur far exceeds ...
2019-09-1249 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 59: Living Unapologetically and Truthfully, Khanyisa Mnyaka - Author Traveling While Black and LesbianIn this episode , I catch up with south African author of Traveling While Black and Lesbian who details her journey of self evolution as a devout Christian girl growing up in a small town in South Africa and how traveling presented her with the opportunity to reveal and re-present her self to the world. Some take aways are Importance of doing self work and always being true to oneself, which is not always easy depeniding on who you are and where you live. Learning and practicing self advocacy Leaning into the spirit of adventure and being open...
2019-08-221h 04
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 58: Unschooling, Unlearning and Self-Directed EducationIn this episode, I catch up with return guest Clarissa Bannor of This Afropolitan Life. Since Clarissa introduced me to the ideology of schooling and self -directed education, I have been completely fascinated and intrigued by this principle. To simplify, Unschooling is the idea that education does not only take place within the falls walls of a ‘school’ and within the confined timings of 8 – 3p. It is rooted in the ideaology that students/children are experts in their own learning styles and can self-direct their learning capabilities. In this episode we talk about Clari...
2019-08-071h 00
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 57: The Podcast Journey and Life as Africans AbroadBEST OF 2 PODCAST In this episode, I catch up with fellow podcasters Bimbola and Jo Maxwell of the Best of 2 Podcast. On their show, Bimbola and Jo tackle current controversial issues and general happenings of their daily lives as Africans in living in the UK. As fellow Nigerians living outside of our home country, we decided to get together to compare notes on life abroad. We discuss The state of affairs of African leadership The differences and shared experiences of raising African children abroad We also delve in to careers and entrepreneurial nua...
2019-07-171h 02
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 56: Taking a Leap of Faith while Scared and UnpreparedThis episode has been one of the most rewarding shows I have done to date. I catch up with Animu Amitai, former Communication Advisor & Speech Writer to the politicians in South Sudan. Anim shares her journey on how she ascended the heights of politics from a simple essay competition, which opened the doors to becoming a political advisor to the Japanese Ambassador and later the advisor to the highest office in South Sudan. Although there are some controversial articles surrounding Anim's citizenship during her tenure, the essence of our conversation is to highlight the importance of...
2019-07-101h 17
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 55: Importance of Purpose and Conviction over TrendFaith x Threads is a faith based apparel company operated out of London by two Nigerian sisters. Their company is committed to changing the conversation and inspiring the next generation to rep the gospel in every way. In this episode, I catch up with the co-founders Temi and Temi – not a typo and we discuss all manner of deliciousness around running a business, being a Nigerian abroad, the Nigerian approach to Christianity and loads more. We do a deeper dive into the: Process of building a very niche business The challenges and triumphs of being a African running a...
2019-06-2657 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 54: Recognizing the Secret Sauce to Starting & Operating a BusinessTommie Edwards, is a Nigerian UK based on black woman in Tech who has spent most her career optimizing business processes and building applications. In today's episode, Tommie takes us behind the scenes of the intricacies of running a tech startup. Her startup EventBree is a platform designed to solve all of the needs of your event from the comfort your home or mobile device. Tommie shares her experiences as a professional in the tech industry as a woman, mother and entrepreneur. She shares her perspective on: - The importance of reverse eng...
2019-05-231h 08
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 53: Learning To Reverse Engineer Your Skill SetRita is the ultimate Corporate Black Girl. Not only is she providing spaces for enhancing Black women's professional lives and experiences in the corporate world with her business Corporate Black Girl 101 , she also runs a tech space, startup, and a hotel. She does all of it all with the remarkable resilience and spiritedness How she was able to lift herself out of unemployment and depression The power of spirituality as a means of motivation The ultimate career blueprint, how to set yourself in the market place and land the job of your dreams Connect with Rita here...
2019-03-2859 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP: 52 Adventures from the Bedroom of African WomenThis episode with the founder and Cohost of The Adventures from the bedrooms of African Women platform and TV. The platform created over a decade ago as a safe space where African women could talk and learn about sex in a positive way. In this episode, the two sex positivity advocates share their knowledge on “Fauxnogamy”, a term coined by Kobby Graham which succinctly describe the pretense of being in a monogamous relationship Fetishization of Interracial relationships in Africa The rise of intergenerational relationship with African women Connect with Nana & Famia ...
2019-03-121h 21
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 51: Fearless Journalism : Boko Haram & ChibokThis episode is with the Nigerian American Journalist Chika Oduah. She is known for her fearless coverage of the 276 kidnapped Chibok girls by the Northern Nigeria terrorist group Boko Haram. What makes Chika remarkable is that she was down in the field by herself getting real-life coverage of the story. Her work has been covered on CNN, Aljazeera, BBC, MSNBS, National Geographic to name a few. Chika is currently working on a book and documentary about her encounter and findings in Chibok. The documentary premiered in Abuja in Dec 2018 and is scheduled for a release in late 2019...
2019-03-0458 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 50: Data Oruwari - UX Designer, Artist, Sculptor, Healing Enthusiast - Understanding the Art and Charm of FailureSubscribe - Apple Podcast & Stitcher With the way creativity and creatives are being peddled on the internet today, I really wanted to bring in someone who to me harnessed creativity and her creations in a real and pure way and that person is none other than Data Oh! Today’s episode is with Data Oruwari, Data is a Lawyer, tech girl, sculptor, artist who produces one of the most remarkable and dynamic works I have ever seen. I catch up with the multi-talented UX designer amidst her busy travel schedule and we talk about : - The i...
2019-01-091h 04
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 49 - Mona Zutshi Opubor, Editor & Columnist , Lost In Lagos MagazineIn this episode, I catch up with Mona Zutshi Opubor, an Editor and Featured Columnist for Lost In Lagos Magazine. Mona is an American woman living and raising her family in Lagos. What makes Mona’s story so intriguing is her decision to legally become Nigerian. Mona shares the journey of how she ended up in Nigeria in the first place; and how leaving comforts of her life in New Jersey for an adventure in the unknown territories of West Africa would change her life in unexpected ways. In our conversation, we go in to: - W...
2018-12-051h 17
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 48: Karen Okonkwo, Tonl - To be Successful, Always Strive to be a StudentThis week’s episode is the amazing millennial co-founder of Tonl, a platform committed to transforming the stock photography industry by displaying images of diverse people and their stories around the world. Karen and Joshua, have been very intentional about their entrance into the stock photography world that they have been featured in all of the reputable digital publication from Forbes, Create & Cultivate, Popsugar, NPR, to OkayAfricaand the list goes on. In their short lifespan, Tonl has worked with Google Chrome book, Adobe to mention a couple. In this episode, we talk a...
2018-11-2842 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenHow to build and run an impactful women centered companyThis week’s episode is about peeling back the layers of running a highly successful women-centered business. I catch up with Afua Osei, Co-Founder She Lead Africa, a digital company committed to improving access and opportunities for African women. In this episode, Afua demystifies the complexities of running a business. We talk about: The importance of grit and mindset Her move from the US to Lagos, Accra & Johannesburg during the early stages of SLA The triumphs and challenges of running a business in Africa The importance of building networks and allies who will advocate for you as you st...
2018-11-0834 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 46: Making Black Art Valuable and AccessibleI once read that art is important because it is the vehicle through which we see the world differently…helping alter perspectives. As an avid appreciator of art, I had to have Alice Gbelia on to the show after stumbling on her website on Saturday afternoon. Alice Gbelia of Ayok’a Deco is Ivorian-Parisian woman who is committed to ensuring that we see black art in a different light by making it valuable and accessible to all. In this episode, we talk about growing up in a very segregated France. How moving to London, provided a new perspe...
2018-10-2436 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 45 - Resourcefulness & HumilityIn taking a scan of how we work and why we work. I have found that a lot of us tend to be so in love with our ideas and talent that it prevents us from taking the necessary pivots . Often times because we do not see the direct correlation with the pivot to our end goal. This is why Geoffrey Owens's story is so remarkable; as social media continues to solidify itself as a part of our everyday lives we continue to see the push for digital influencers. Which in practicality we cannot all be right?! d...
2018-09-0911 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 44: Obi, Aniedo , How to Feed Your Soul & Mind By Nourishing Your Body Wholesomely LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE – Apple Podcast Eating well can sometimes feel like a difficult feat and these days, there seems to be more pressure with the trends of clean eating and fit lifestyles. That is why I wanted to catch up with Obi Aniedo. Obi is the founder of Live & Blossom a Lagos based café that is committed to introducing a wholesome lifestyle and livinin Lagos. Live & Blossom serves meals, desserts and baked goods sourced from natural premium products. In this episode we talk about: Developing a healthy relationship with food Healthy and cl...
2018-08-1852 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 43 : Minisode - Protecting Your Peace and CreativityBack from my temporary hiatus, I explain why I was gone, how a certain experience I had robbed me of my creativity, peace of mind and to a certain extent joy. I share learning from this, which for me is the realization that forgiveness was my freedom. I share bit about next week's guest, who is known for bringing the idea of whole foods and wholesome living to Lagos long before the social media explosion of clean eating. Come hang out with us on instagram @thoseafricanchicks Remember to be fearless and live...
2018-08-0910 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 42 - How To Bring Your Whole-self To Work As An African Woman, Janet Asante SullivanJanet is an HR Executive and Expert with more than two decades of proven leadership experience and trusted advisors to C-Suite executives across various industries. I first met Janet, when she invited me to be a part of her docuseries AfriGen and have since been a frequent visitor to her blog Notes From HR where she shares advise and nuggets of wisdom from the inner workings of the dreaded HR. In this episode, we talk about how African Women can and should bring their whole selves to work. We got into details such as African Accents N...
2018-03-291h 15
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 41: Embracing Your Sexual Identity As An African Woman with Kaz Lucas from Kenya's Sex Positive show The SpreadKaz is a Kenyan musician and the host of the Africa's most listened to Sex Positive Podcast called The Spread . The goal of the podcast is “Making sex a comfortable subject for all” As an African woman who is always thinking and talking about intimacy, sex and sexual identity, Kaz was someone I had to have on the show. Our cultures in Africa are known for putting such unbelievable confines on who we are and how we must be. So much so that at different periods in our lives we are expected to be varying degrees of sexual all for t...
2018-03-131h 18
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 40 : Bringing Technology To An Informal EcosystemRashidat Oyegunle is an entrepreneur who is committed to connecting Tailors to their clients in a meaningful way. Her company Tailoring Needs is an online platform that serves as medium to connect Clients with a large pool of custom-wear Tailors around the world. Their mission is to connect you to the nearest custom – wear tailor in your area, make that process hella easy and create a community where people can easily share their service experiences. Subscribe To The Show by Clicking Here TOPIC DISCUSSED How to Effectively Validate a business The...
2018-03-0744 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 39 : Show Update and What To Expert in 2018
2018-03-0503 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 38: How to Create a Global Brand By Re-Presenting Africa Inspired ProductsIn this episode, I catch up with Ugandan bag designer Sarah Nakintu. She migrated to the United States in 2005 where she attended Columbia University in New York. Sarah shares her journey from working at the United Nations then Google, later AOL and now Designing Luxury Handbags. In our conversation, we go into details of where the idea for Kintu New York was born. She shares her creative process, cost of production, pricing but more importantly how she is challenging this narrow lens through which people view what an African inspired product is. She’s decided to go against the gra...
2018-02-071h 04
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 37: How to Build and Scale A Business While Still CollegeBidemi Zakariya is the founder of LSF|PR, one of the fastest growing full service PR agencies in Nigeria. More recently, she launched Luxe Digest, a Pan African content creation platform committed to high quality informational resource on African luxury. She has been awarded a number of prestigious awards like SME100 25 under 25, 100 Most Influential Leading Ladies in Africa amongst others; presently sits on the board of Rele Art Gallery. I thoroughly enjoyed talking and learning from Bidemi, our conversation spanned everything from the politics of business in Nigeria, to understanding the cultural nuances of operating a woman led business...
2018-01-1854 min
Grace Over GrindEpisode 21 | Wummy Umude Shares Her Experience as a Nigerian Woman in America, Celebrating Non-Conventional African Narratives, and the Importance of Her Podcast, Those African Chicks<p>This episode, we get a chance to speak with Wummy Umude, the creator and host of Those African Chicks, a podcast that highlights different stories of African Women. Wummy shares with us why she started Those African Chicks, her experience as a Nigerian woman in America, and the importance of capturing the truths, and non-conventional… </p>
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2018-01-1600 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 36: How To Pioneer A Business Niche With No TemplateTobi Oredein is the Founder of Black Ballad; after having worked at some of UK’s leading magazines, she started the online publication out of the frustration of lack lack of and misrepresentation of Black British women. Black Ballad is a social enterprise committed to retelling and elevating the human experience of Black women in the United Kingdom. As the pioneering platform of its niche, the journey has been arduous BUT Rewarding & Necessary. In our conversation, we talk about some of the expected and unexpected challenges of running a niche that has no template to follow. We also go in...
2018-01-0455 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 35: Learning Vulnerability Thru Strength, Emalohi Iruobe - The Unmothered ProjectEma is self proclaimed slasher meaning she is an attorney/ photographer/lingerie designer / writer/ poet/ social activist. Ema is known for her lingerie line Aimanosi; Aimanosi is an African based lingerie line that promotes body acceptance in women. On the show, we talk about her latest project The Unmothered. The Unmothered is an artistic endeavor that urges women who are dealing with death of a loved to take self portraits. The movement which was born out of the loss of her mother is aimed around encouraging the bereaved to see, love themselves and proclaim their visibility. To join the...
2017-12-1447 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenConversation with Socio-political teenage activist, Lanaire AderemiLanaire is a 19year old Nigerian Writer, Spoken Word performer and new author who recently published her first Poetry anthology called “Of Ivory And Ink”. Of Ivory And Ink is ollection of specially shortlisted poems from 2012-2015. When on stage, Lanaire goes by the alias Verse Writer; she has written over eighty poems and has won a myriad of awards. Her works speaks on socio-political issues regarding feminism, neo-colonialism, hypermasculinity and other forms of injustices. TOPIC DISCUSSED Privilege of attending Creative African Schools Discovery of poetry Favorite work created and why Recent Poem “Remember To Resist...
2017-11-3053 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 33: How To Invite Positivity & Stillness Into Entrepreneurship, Moshoodat Sanni Creative Make Up ArtistMoshoodat is a creative director based out of NY. She is known for creating beautiful and culturally jarring works that elevate beauty of the black woman. Her creations are known to go viral and have been featured in Essence Magazine, Elle, Refinery 29, OWN, VH1, BET and then list goes on. She is currently working on launching her YouTube channel where we will get to see and learn more about all of her creative pursuits. TOPIC DISCUSSED Creating purposeful works by respecting the baton passed down by our forefathers Understanding the power that women have How...
2017-11-0931 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 32: Understanding When And How To Invest In Yourself, Essie Bartel, Founder Essies SpiceEssie Bartel of Essies Spice joins us today to talk about the early beginnings of starting her popular global sauces. Her sauces have graced many magazines from Forbes to Daily but the journey of birthing these product did not come smooth sailing. During our conversation, we talk about the real ins and outs of owning and running a business and all triumphs and victories that accompany this. Essie shares some of the unexpected challenges thus far and what she’s loving about being an entrepreneur. Make sure you take a listen and share. Workshop – Nov 12 Email - inf...
2017-11-021h 18
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 31 – Pt II: Polygamy and How It Informs The Identities of It’s Women, Seliat Davies In part 2 of the polygamy conversation, Seliat shares why she continues to wear the Burka; why she is open to personally having polygamous relationship and finally her relationship with her half siblings. If you have enjoyed this episode, please remember to leave us a review on Apple Podcast and share with your friends. Remember to always be Fear Less and Live Your Truth. Music - Deep Hat, YT Library Edited & Produced - Mude Productions
2017-10-062h 01
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 30 – Pt I: Polygamy and How It Informs The Identities of It’s Women, Seliat DaviesI have always been interested in polygamy and how it impacts the lives of women who are born into and those who chose to enter into polygamous relationships. This episode is with Seliat Davies, a midwife and business owner who shares her journey into how polygamy was introduced into her very close knit nuclear family. In this first part, we talk about how this affected her family dynamics and pushed her Islam for her was initially a form of rebellion . Make sure you follow Seliat Facebook Group where she shares her writings on how the...
2017-09-2946 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 29: Taking Charge of Your Narrative: Life After UK Private Foster Care, Gina KnightThis is one of those episodes you don’t want to miss, it is inspiring empowering and everything in between. Gina is a wig expert who was raised in the UK by older white parents after her Nigerian mother gave her up to private fostering. In this episode, we talk about her business journey from sketching, blogging to wig creation. How her brand “Gina The Wig Witch” came about and why her different creations are called “witch” in different languages. We later delve into her upbringing, how it shaped her identity and her intense love for all things bla...
2017-09-211h 37
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 28: How To Find Your Purpose & Understanding That It Might Not Be Glamourous , Ama K. Abebrese, Actress & ProducerThis episode I catch up with Ama K Abebrese, who plays the mother of the leading character in the award winning movie Beasts of No Nation. We talk about her journey into the entertainment industry, how watching color purple as a child ignited her interest in acting. Working in TV in the UK for many yers she took a leap of faith and went to her home country in Ghana. It was her return to Ghana that galvanized her career after being cast in Sinking Sands where she later won an awards for and later Beasts of No Nation.
2017-09-151h 07
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 27: How To Build Blog Expertise , Mossonyi, Blogger Photographer (Self Portrait Pro)I caught up with the lovely Onyi Moss; the talented lifestyle blogger had so much to share on her experience as a blogger and discovery for visual storytelling. We talked about her love for non-mainstream music and how growing up in Nigeria pushed her to seek a creative outlet in the UK. Onyi who is an accounted by profession recently left the corporate space to dedicate her time to blogging and more creative endeavors. She lives her life by the Kung Fu philosophy which is predicated on the ethics of Patience, Practice and Preparation. It w...
2017-09-071h 12
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 26: How To Be An Authentic Blogger, Coco Bassey, Lifestyle Blogger MillennielleCoco is a Nigerian native who has lived most of her life in Germany, Prague and Canada. She is popularly known for her lifestyle blog Millenielle. In this episode, we talk about how Africans fit into the blogging industry. We go into her multicultural background and the importance of staying authentic to herself especially when working with a brand. She shares her experiences in the African blogging community in the US, specifically in Atlanta and the immense support she has recieved. We wrap up this interesting dialogue wit...
2017-08-251h 07
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenAfrican Bloggers SeriesLaunching our season series of Africans in Blogging, is our conversation with London based blogger Maryam Salam (fondly known as Daisy). Maryam is a hijab wearing Fashion blogger whose Parisian upbringing heavily influences her minimalist style. In this episode, we talk about her experience in the blogging industry, some of her challenges, triumphs and potential ripe opportunities for new bloggers to explore. She is also the founder of a Nigeria’s first blogging agency. An organization committed to connecting bloggers but more importantly brokering brand deals and partnerships for established and rising bloggers. Ma...
2017-08-1845 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenNew Season AnnouncementThe podcast is transitioning into a seasonal format, the rationale behind this restructure is to enable us provide more valuable content. As a result of the way we are now formatting our calendar year , we will be entering into what would be our 6th season. We will be debuting this season with a peek into the lives of Africans in the blogging space. We have a truly interesting roster of conversations set up for this last quarter of the year and we hope that you enjoy listening. Please feel free to leave any feedback you m...
2017-08-1702 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 24: BOSSING WHILE SICKToday’s guest is Safaa Peregrino- Brimah , a Nigerian-Ghanaian woman who lives with Sickle Cell. What I particularly enjoyed about this episode outside of the education piece is this young’s woman drive to live a life with intention. We talked about everything from the social stigma’s of being a “sickler”, accesses, emotional stress this illness brings on family and of course Sex. My biggest take away from my conversation with Safaa is that YOU determine the fullness of the life you live and not the card you have been dealt. If only we could all be this courageous...
2017-06-301h 04
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 23 - Africa's Weird FashionistasWe both consider ourselves in-betweeners and sometimes cultural outsiders; so it was only natural that we would invite self-proclaimed weirdos Kii and Kayi of MaFashio to be on the show. Kii and Kayi are sisters who have managed to turn their interest of documenting non-tradition Zambian street style into art. Unknown to either of them that what they were doing was blogging, their innocent documentation of “odd” fashion had amassed a dedicated following all over Southern Africa. Check out how these two sisters went from shooting in the streets of Lusaka to sty...
2017-06-0643 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 22 - Living , Breathing , Talking Africa, Sandra AppiahAs we continue on our curiosity of the intersection of business and authenticity as African women, we kick off with guest host Sandra Appiah. You might know her from the highly popular digital publication Face2Face Africa and BabuGlobal, both of which she Co-Founded with her husband Isaac Boateng. In this episode, Sandra shares experiences growing up in Italy and the US; how her subsequent return to Ghana shaped her identity which then led her to discover her purpose of becoming Africa’s Publicist. We talk about the intricacies of the “Business of Afri...
2017-05-311h 00
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 21 - Understanding Mental HealthWe invite Dr. Deola Saheed, a physician in training from Cooper Hospital to close out our Mental Health series. In this episode, she sheds more light on prevailing illnesses like Depression, Schizophrenia , Bipolar Disorder, Mania. She talks us through what they are, their differences and therapies. Deola not only explained all of these difference illnesses in lay man term so that the average person can understand it but she did an excellent job or sharing signs of behaviors and feelings to look out for so that we are better equipped to seek and get help. ...
2017-05-231h 06
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 20 - Explore The Depths Of Who You Are , Maame AdjeiThis is the continuation of the Mental Health In Africa series. In this episode, we invite Actress/Producer/Filmmaker Maame Adjei from Girl Going Places TV & An African City to talk about her upcoming documentary tentatively called "Do Not Mind Me" which focuses on Mental Health in Ghana. The documentary which is still being shot was inspired by the presence of Mental Illness in Maame's family. We talk about the stigma of mental illnesses on the continent and the lack of infrastructure for those who suffer from this. We discuss the responsibility that we...
2017-05-1638 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African Women5 MIN FRI MINISODE 5: SCHEDULE YOUR SIDE HUSTLEAs business owner, entrepreneur , hustlerprenuer insert any other word that essentially means being your own boss, it is important to be on a schedule. The key to success and profitability is at least having the same dedication as you had with a tradition job. You must show up on time, consistently and do the work. In this episode, I go into some of the things I am learning as I continue on my journey as a business owner. Some of the light bulb moments I have had and some of the errors I have learned from.
2017-05-1304 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 19 - Mental Illness in AfricaAs the first of three series on Mental Health In Africa, we invited the ladies of Talk Naija team an NGO led by Chinomso Nwachuku to talk about their work. Talk Naija is an organization committed to the de-stigmatization of mental illness in Nigerian communities all over the world. In this episode, we talk about the importance of having and utilizing the right language when addressing the topic. They share the importance of seeking help, some signs and indicators to look out for and how to be a support. We wrap up with this important topic of...
2017-05-0952 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African Women5 Min Fri 4 - Friendships, When to Say Good ByeToday's minisode is about friendships and as the title suggests knowing when to get rid of toxic friendships. We all have those friends that we have known all of our lives but no longer have anything in common. As both parties experience life, our identities shape us into individuals that if we met as adults, would know right off the bat that the other person is just a passing interaction. Other toxic friendships are not necessarily childhood friends; one supportive or enabling moment after the other lead us into a cesspool of negativity. In this epi...
2017-05-0505 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 18 - Mental Health MonthSince May is Mental Health Month, we will be having a series of conversations around mental wellness in African communities. We feel that these are very necessary conversations as we begin to look into the state of mental health in our communities. We will be discussing language, identification, providing and receiving support. If you are struggling with something please do not suffer in silence, know that: You Are Worth Finding Worth Knowing and Worth Loving If you enjoy these series please subscribe, rate and share. Edit & Produced - Mud...
2017-05-0312 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African Women5 Min Friday 3 - How To Boost Your ConfidenceLack of confidence is always the culprit behind not a taking professional jump, leaving an unhealthy platonic or romantic relationship or starting your own business for example. In this episode, I go into some of the steps that I took and Im still taking to boost and rebuild my confidence. This is my no means an exhaustive list, but these are the primary steps I took as I began my journey to self restoration. Knowledge Is Power: Get brutally honest with yourself about things you do not know and Read Up. Positive Affirmations: Identify the qualities yo...
2017-04-2806 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African Women5 Min Friday 2 - Pomodoro Technique Try out this time management strategy that was developed in the 1980s by Author and Entreprenuer Francesco Cirillo. The concept is to break down the amount of time you work into intervals. These intervals traditionally consist of 25 minutes of complete focused work followed by 5 min of break time. I have been actively practicing this technique for some time and have become so much more efficient and productive with my time and goals. Below are some twists that I have put in place for the technique to work for my personality and lifestyle. Wummy’s Pom...
2017-04-2006 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 17: Sex Is Worship, Ope Gregory Founder, Love4Boudoir In today’s episode we talk to Ope “Sparkle” Gregory, the Founder of a Christian Sex Shop based in Lagos, Nigeria. After returning to Nigeria from the UK, Ope found that there was a big need to cultivate open conversations around sex and sexual fulfilment within Nigerian Christian spaces. The genesis of the idea started with lingerie but later evolved to her helping couples keep their marital beds sacred as she learned about the prevalence of infidelity in young Nigerian couples. Ope’s goal is create open communications around sex with married couples because se...
2017-04-181h 23
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African Women5 MIN FRIDAY MINISODE #1 : An Exercise in GratitudeJournaling your way to a peaceful, happier and more productive life. Experts recommend to journal this daily over a 21 day period in order for it to become a habit and to reset yourself; I take a different approach which I outline in the show. 5 STEP PROCESS INVOLVES: 3 things you are Grateful for – 2 mins A positive experience you have had in last 24 hours – 2mins Exercise - 15 mins Meditation – 2 mins (Calm App) Express Kindness through Text, Call or Email – 2 mins Music - Nice To You from...
2017-04-1406 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 16: TenTen Looks, Content Creator InstagramIn this episode, we catch up with Teni of @tentenlooks to discuss life as an Instagram Content Creator. Teni shares a bit of her background growing up as a Nigerian Immigrant in Missouri and later New Jersey. She walks us through her bullying experience and shares how confronting her high school bully allowed her come into her own. She later attended an HBCU which encouraged her to have pride in her culture and heritage. She is now a badass content creator who has grown her following from 0 to over 20,000 followers in less than a year by showcasing beautifully curated...
2017-04-1051 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 15: Tomi Two, Singer-Songwriter - Alternative SoulMeet Tomi Owo, Nigerian Alternative Soul Singer-Songwriter. Like many African creatives Tomi was in the corporate space when she could no longer ignore the strong call to creative art through music. In this episode, we talk about taking purposeful steps towards realizing ones’ dreams and how she was able to do this through consistency and planning with the help of her then aspiring producer brother. She walks us through her creative process – how she goes from idea to execution- and how global situations influence some her work . SHOW SPONSORS: Jewel + Baubles – an affordable jewelry line for the...
2017-03-2154 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 14: Pt 2 Born A Crime w. Clarissa Bannor of This Afropolitan LifeWe invite fellow podcaster Clarissa Bannor of This Afropolitan Life to share her thoughts on Trevor Noah’s book especially in light of her family’s recent trip to South Africa. In this episode, we talk about the social economics of being a black person in South Africa from Clarrisa’ experience. She shares some of the unusual privileges she experienced being an “other”-- American. We bring the conversation full circle by drawing on some poignant points that Trevor mentions on the class system, religion and the informidable black tax which weighs heavily on many Africans. This epis...
2017-03-0755 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 13 - Born A Crime ReviewI have always been curious about Chesray’s childhood growing up in apartheid South Africa. Wondering about the social landscape from the eyes of a child and understanding how this phenomenon has shaped her identity as a women of color and an activist. When Trevor Noah’s book Born A Crime was released, I could not pass up the opportunity to pour through it and use it his story as a conduit to learn more about Chesray’s South African narrative. We discuss things like her identification as a black and not a colored woman. The different race c...
2017-02-231h 08
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEP 12: Responding To Your Calling With Afro-Violinist, Efik ZaraEfik Zara is a Nigerian-American, true distrupter and status-quo buster. She is the violinist changing the face and feel of classical music with the infusion of African Rhythm. We talk about her journey to classical music and what it means to recognize innate talent and respond to the gnawing calling of ones genius. Hearing Johannes Brahms Symphony No 3 in the 3rd movement was pivotal moment that made her realize music is what she is meant to create. CONVERSATION Journey into classical music Listening to the calling to create Being the only black woman in a very...
2017-02-2037 min
Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 11: Self CareOn our first episode of the year, we talk about the importance to nuturing our spirit, minds and intellect. As women, we often get lost and immersed in the various roles we play that self care often falls to the bottom of the to do list; if it ever makes it there at all. We reflect on our Self Care our experience at the Creativity Suite a women empowerment workshop put together by power duo Yetunde Odugbesan-Omede, Fellow Podcaster, Author & Motivational Speaker and Carol Frazer Haynesworth, CoAuthor of Your Great Destiny. The workshop was an opportunity to be...
2017-02-0641 minThose African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenAfriGen & AfroVeganism w. Clarissa Bannor of ThisAfropolitanLifeOur guest host this week is Clarissa Bannor, author of ThisAfropolitanLife Blog. During this episode, we chit chat about her latest venture AfriGen, a docuseries that looks at the lives of first and second generation Africans adulating in the US. These series explore how adulting in the US (re)defines our lives and looks into how we straddle binary of two cultures. Music -- Bensound Music You can find Clarissa @ Blog ---- http://www.thisafropolitanlife.com Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/thisafropolitanlife/ AfriGen --- http://www.afrigenmedia.com
2016-11-241h 08Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 9 - Afro LGBTQ (Gay'Frican) Pt 2Here goes part 2 of our conversation with guest host Muki. Music - Bensound, Moose
2016-10-2640 minThose African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 8 - Afro LGBTQ (Gay'Frican) Pt 1You do not want to miss Part 1 of our conversation with guest host Muki, our darling friend and beautiful soul who shares her journey into her sexual identity. We learn about the secret lives of queers Africans living on the continent and the double lives of those who fear persecution. This conversation was so enriching and delicious we had to break it into two episodes. Music - Bensound, Moose
2016-09-1645 minThose African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 7 - Black Lives MatterWe explore our feelings about the senseless killings of Alton Sterling, Philando Castro and many others. Feeling helpless and hopeless, we brainstorm ways we as black people can mobilize and start with building our own financial independence Join in REBUILDING THE BLACK ECONOMY Black Businesses Directory - https://webuyblack.com Official Black Wall Street (also a Directory) - http://officialblackwallstreet.com Black Banks - http://blackoutcoalition.org/black-u-s-banks/
2016-07-2546 minThose African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenAfricaness and ChristianityThis episode, we discuss the conundrum we often find ourselves in as "modern" African women and christians. We dedicate this episode to Alton Sterling #blacklivesmatter Edited - Efrainramos Music - Moose, Bensound
2016-07-0643 minThose African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 5 - Body ImageIn this week’s episode, we tackle the ever present topic of Body Image ; how the way we see ourselves affects self-esteem and the potential downward spiral this could have in many areas of our lives. As women who recently had babies, weight loss and weight issues often creeps up in a lot of our conversations. We drool all over the snatched snapback moms and wonder when our turn will come. We wrap up by sharing steps we are presently taking to love and be kinder to ourselves.
Music - Ben Moose
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2016-04-1935 minThose African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 4 - Life HackThe first of our mini pods where we talk about life hacks or lessons learned from our lives.
Music - Ben Moose
Produced by: www.ThePodcastStudio.net
2016-04-0212 minThose African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 3: Who We AreThis episode we finally introduce ourselves. We discuss how we both met at NYU and our evolution as African Women, Mothers, Wives and Friends and Agents of Change.
Music - Ben Moose
Produced by: www.ThePodcastStudio.net
2016-03-2536 minThose African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 2: Our Sex (Mis)AdventuresIn this episode, we reflect on how our African culture and religious backgrounds has shaped our sexual identities.
Music - Moose, Bensound
Edited - Efrain Ramos
2016-03-0939 minThose African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEp 1: Nappy Do'sOur inaugural episode explores our cultural and personal relationship with hair. We look into how the black hair phenomenon influences our identities.
Music - Moose, Bensound
2016-02-241h 09Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African WomenEpisode ZeroWe are two African women living in NYC trying to navigate our adopted culture.
Music - Tease Me, Wizkid
2016-01-2102 min