The month of June commences with a distinguished guest, Kwesi Foli, the host and founder of the African Time Podcast. Kwesi expounds on the embracing of dual identities, discovering cultural affinities, navigating his creative evolution, and the tribulations associated with being a fervent supporter of the Black Stars national team. This recording was a thoroughly enjoyable experience, and we trust that you found it to be the same.
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📚 Timestamped Overview:
00:00 Podcast creator, writer, loves jollof rice, basketball.
06:29 Online personas use different names for privacy.
14:31 No discussion, common names are universal.
16:41 Moved from Benin City to Ibadan, outsider.
23:56 Africans in Madison united at shrine in Harlem.
30:23 Unexpected fight, reflecting on past decisions.
33:59 Got into UW Madison, diverse community support.
40:49 Studying English doesn't define your opportunities.
43:08 Friend Scott, Columbia, job fair, lucky encounter.
50:39 TVs were on French, game on English. Buffet: various stews, including Nigerian-style.
57:23 Shirley film featuring Regina King challenges stereotypes.
01:03:00 Struggling to write, need inspiration, speaking from experience.
01:07:45 Chicago Bulls, scrappy team with key players.
01:10:30 Abedi Pele, great Ghanaian soccer player, remembered fondly.
01:15:53 First Afghan, house popular for watching matches.
01:20:57 Love for country makes football the greatest.
01:26:18 South American leagues thriving, African talent needs support.
01:30:30 Acknowledgement of Mauritania's responsible use of funds.
01:36:29 Son hides DVD from pastor during visit.
01:41:25 Listen, review, follow, support, download app, thanks.
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