This episode explores themes of cultural identity, the immigrant experience, and the complex meaning of “home.” AJ and Sam reflect on their childhoods, sharing stories of navigating cultural clashes in school and finding connections within diverse immigrant communities. Special guest Siona Peterous, an intersectional storyteller, shares her experience as a Black Eritrean woman in predominantly white spaces. The conversation examines the differences between African and African American experiences, drawing on historical events like the Civil Rights Movement and personal narratives. Together, they address anti-Blackness within African immigrant communities and emphasize the importance of understanding, resilience, and solidarity across the Black diaspora.
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