Growing Up Congolese

Growing Up Congolese

Growing Up Congolese reflects on the identity negotiation of being a Congolese-American. This podcast speak of the experience of children of immigrants and the dichotomy of belonging to two opposites cultures. We will discuss family relations, personal development & foregoing a path where both cultures find a place in your life.

Episodes

Depressed Tales of an African First-Born Daughter

June 3, 2025 • 25 mins

In this episode, I open up about my current battle with depression. As I think out loud, I wonder how my identities as a first born African daughter shape my being and life choices. Have a listen

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Growing Up Congolese: The African Mother-Daughter Reflection

May 11, 2025 • 20 mins
As we celebrate Mother's Day, it is important to reflect on the relationship between mother and daughter especially in the african culture. Culturally African mothers have a really close relationship with their daughters. However, what does that relationship based up. This podcast takes a look at the discourse between African Mother-Daughter bonds. Have a listen!
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The Congolese Wanderer| Life as Nomad

April 26, 2025 • 20 mins
With globalization, growing up as a multicultural kid or third-culture kid is an experience many of us will have. In this episode, I take you on a personal journey on the effect being a Nomad has had on my personal, professional and romantic life. I recount my struggles with finding friendships, a stable relationship or settling in one spot. Have a listen!
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Growing Up Congolese S4 Ep2: The War in Eastern Congo

February 2, 2025 • 38 mins
The War in Eastern Congo has reached a new heights. The rebel group M23 has taken Goma, a major city at the heart of the biggest humanitarian crisis. In this episode, we talk about the War in Eastern Congo. What happened? How did we get here and how can we spread awareness! Listen, educate yourself and help the people of Eastern Congo🇨🇩
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Growing Up Congolese S4 Ep1: The Consequences of The Drowry(African Marriages)

January 19, 2025 • 40 mins
Marriage was the first Institution created by God. Although marriage is global, not every culture share the same marriage requirement. In this episode, we discuss the Dowry in African and Congolese marriages. What are they? Their consequences? And why as a African woman we must choose well before accepting a man's Dowry. Have a listen!
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They Not Like Us Ep 6: The Forgotten Men

December 8, 2024 • 23 mins
The result of the American election showed us we need to start paying attention to men and their feelings. The Forgotten Men are not just the white young men who don't see themselves in Democrat policy. But they also the young boys who are joining extremist group around the world because international organizations are leaving them behind. In this episode, we explore the challenges we are facing with men around the world. Have a li...
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2024 US Election Diaries Pt1: Why Democrats Lost

November 7, 2024 • 31 mins
Two days post the elections, people are still wondering how Democrats could have lost? This podcast share some mistakes that led to the Democrats major defeat. Have a listen!
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They Not Like Us Ep 5: Why The Cage Bird Vote

October 25, 2024 • 11 mins
As the American Presidential election approaches, it is important to discuss the importance of voting. We live in a world today where we can vote and make our voice heard. However, it has not always been afforded to everyone to have a say in elections. This episode reminds you to vote regardless of your political party! Make your voice heard in this election and any other elections. Here is Why a Cage Bird Vote!
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They Not Like Us Ep4: Is Kamala Harris Black-American Election 2024

September 24, 2024 • 25 mins
This American election cycle has had many twist and turns. From having a major candidate who is a convicted felon to a president who showed signs of mental decline, then had to drop out and endorse his VP, this election has had many dramatic turns. With 6 weeks into election day, we are still dealing with chaos and rhetoric that is straying us from the goal of elections. In this podcast we discuss one of those rhetoric about Kamala...
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They Not Like Us Ep 3: Mpox Response

September 5, 2024 • 35 mins
A couple of weeks ago, the World Health Organization, announced the Mpox disease has become an epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo. As a Congolese, I had a mix feelings. On one hand, I worried about the misleading way people will talk about the disease and on the other hand, I worried we will never get help because response to African countries is always uncertain. Listen to podcast to hear a Congolese feeling towards the ...
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They Not Like Us Ep2: Kamala Harris

August 27, 2024 • 34 mins
Watching the DNC convention last week was a joy ride. In the words of Michelle Obama, "Hope has made a comeback." People feel more energized for the Harris campaign than they were for Biden. As a multicultural kid, a child immigrant to the United States, I am excited for the prospect of a Madam President. In this episode we discuss the intersectionality of the live of Kamala Harris and position. Have a listen! #kamalaharris
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They Not Like Us Ep1: Defining Race

August 18, 2024 • 33 mins
What are you? A question that seems simple but invoke so many confusions! As we long to discover who we are, we must confront what we are in the eyes of others. In this new series, we take a deep dive into the complexities that define us especially as we discuss race and influence of locations. Enjoy our new discussion!
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Growing Up Congolese S3 E8: Breaking Away From Traditions

August 4, 2024 • 33 mins
How does one choose between two worlds? That's the question I ask myself on a daily basis and continues to struggle with as I look to build a new life. In this episode, we dwelve into the clash of being a modern woman, which implies acting like the woman of your local community, and being a traditional woman, which implies keeping up with the traditions of your native country. Have a listen!
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Growing Up Congolese S3 E7: Independence Cha Cha

June 30, 2024 • 29 mins
On this day, 64 years ago, the Democratic Republic of Congo gained its independence from Belgium. It was no longer known as Belgian Congo but Congo. Reflecting on events that happened since this new country was formed, it important to ask 64 years on, if it is truly independent and how to celebrate independence when it is still held captives by the institutions that destabilizes it? Have a Listen!
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Growing Up Congolese S3 E6-Mobutu: Hero or Villain?

June 28, 2024 • 33 mins
As one of Africa's most noticeable name, Mobutu is a controversial character. To some, they see him as a strongman who stole from his people and left power in disgrace. To others, he is one of the liberators of Africa. Listen to this episode as we analyze the personality of Mobutu, his reign and influence.
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Growing Up Congolese S3 E5: African Beauty Standards

June 20, 2024 • 33 mins
BBL culture has taken over the world. With the help of social media, the message to get a bbl has spread even in places one could not fathom in will. On this episode we analyze how bbl has become attractive to young African girls looking to move out of Africa. Have a listen!
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Growing Up Congolese S3 E4: The Dichonomy of An African Girl

June 14, 2024 • 35 mins
One misconception people had of me was in relation to my African Identity. Growing up, people will say "you're African? But you don't look like it? You sound educated? You speak so well!" Those misconception even showed its face when I started dating. To some, I wasn't submissive like they imagined an African girl would. To others, I was too independent. In this episode, we discuss the Dichonomy of An African Girl. How we're raised...
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Growing up Congolese S3 E3: The Psyche of a Child Immigrant-Jennifer Pan Story

May 26, 2024 • 29 mins
The new documentary on Netflix about Jennifer Pan and the murder of her mother and attempted murder of her father shocked the world. How can one kill a parent because they want the best for her? Through this lens, it is easy to pen Jennifer Pan as an evil villain. However, this episode takes another POV-that analyzes and explains the psyche and the identity construct of a child immigrant. Have a listen! #growingupcongolese
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Growing Up Congolese S3 E2: The Resettled Refugee

May 19, 2024 • 29 mins
In 2022, the UNHCR reported that we have surpassed 100 million displaced people in the world and in 2023, they estimated that there were 30.51 million refugees in the world. The term refugee and how someone becomes a refugee has often been misunderstood. In this episode, we detailed the experienced of the Resettled Refugee! You will learn how refugees migrate to the Global North through the resettlement process and what does it mea...
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Growing Up Congolese S3 E1: New Chapter

April 29, 2024 • 6 mins
It's a new beginning! After sharing the dilemma of Growing up in a Congolese household, in this chapter, I'm learning to navigate life outside of the Congolese household. Listen to my new chapter!
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