Diasporas Podcast

Diasporas Podcast

Hello everyone, I am Ezekiel Ayobami Oguntade and welcome to the Diaspora podcast. Our show delves into the experiences of immigrants as they journey from their home countries to developed nations. In each episode, I'll be chatting with close friends from various countries such as Haiti, South Sudan, Jamaica, Gambia, Kenya, and more. The objective of this podcast is to explore their cultures, music, food, traditions, and life lessons they've learned as immigrants living in developed countries.If you're fascinated by learning about different countries from the perspective of individuals with unique life experiences, then this is the perfect podcast for you. Additionally, if you live in an undeveloped country and want to know what it's really like to live in a developed nation, this podcast will provide valuable insights. Lastly, if you appreciate captivating stories shared by wonderfully unique people, then you won't want to miss an episode. Thank you for tuning in.

Episodes

October 20, 2023 82 mins
Have you heard about the Second World? We're all familiar with the concepts of the Third World and the First World, but the Second World often remains in the shadows, as pointed out by my guest. In this episode, Sejko talks about his rich heritage, culture, and traditions of Bosnia and Herzegovina. You'll be captivated by his descriptions of the Balkan Spirit and his insights into the upbringing of refugees. I thoroughly enjoyed ou...
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Welcome to Episode 18 of the Diasporas Podcast! In this episode, we have my friend Jurgen with us. We're discussing the similarities between Nigerian and Ghanaian cultures, such as their food and music.

Jurgen has a truly fascinating story to share about how he blended his African heritage with his life in the United States. It's a tale of adaptation while staying true to one's roots.

Join us as we delve into the elements that connec...
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Welcome to Episode 17! I had a fascinating chat with a friend from London, Ontario, Canada. We discussed their family's move to the U.S., visa challenges, and how they experienced American culture as a Canadian.

This conversation gives a unique perspective on Canada and its beauty through their eyes. Join us for this eye-opening journey into migration, culture, and family bonds. Don't forget to hit that "Subscribe" button and turn o...
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#episode16 features an amazing conversation with Tina, a registered nurse and business owner. Tina is a second-generation Honduran and has a strong connection to her Honduran roots. She enlightened me about the Garifuna tribe of Honduras and the beautiful heritage passed down to her by her loving grandma. Throughout this episode, we delved into topics like Honduras food, music, and cultural differences. I hope you all enjoyed this ...
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Welcome to a new episode of Diasporas Podcast. Today, my old friend Dan Owino from Nairobi, Kenya is with us. Dan was in the military, now he works as a detective. I was really happy to talk with him about his spirit, goals, and grit.
Our conversation was truly stimulating and I hope it resonates with you just as much! If you found our chat engaging, don't forget to subscribe for more insightful episodes.
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Join us in this inspiring episode of Diasporas Podcast as we dive into a heartfelt conversation with Caleb from Liberia. We explore the beautiful similarities and shared experiences in our African upbringings, reflecting on the rich cultural ties between Nigeria and Liberia. We also delve into the pivotal roles our fathers played in shaping our lives and the profound impact they continue to have on our journeys. Tune in and celebra...
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Welcome to Diasporas podcast episode #13, where I take you on a journey to discover the beauty and culture of a little-known gem nestled between Australia and New Zealand - New Caledonia. I am thrilled to have Julie, a proud citizen of New Caledonia, as our guest today. Julie will share her insights into the rich history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking natural beauty of her homeland.

During our conversation, Julie will take us on...
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Join me in this captivating podcast as I chat with my long time friend Omar Anthony, with whom I have know for over a decade. Our discussion covers crucial insights on achieving excellence as a college athlete and effectively mapping out one's academic career. Drawing from Omar's rich background, from migrating to the United States from Jamaica to navigating the challenges of being a head soccer coach, we explore the critical compo...
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In this follow up podcast, Jeff and I discuss his recent Yoruban introduction ceremony, differences in Hatian and Nigerian weddings, and ended with a discusion regarding African born Soccer Players representing thier secondary countries in the World Cup. If you enjoy this episode, please suscribe below.
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This is a conversation with my good friend Musa Kamara. He was born in Gambia and later moved to the UK where he is now a physical trainer and soccer coach. With a diverse background, Musa has had to adapt to two worlds and his story is fascinating. Happy listening!
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I had limited knowledge about about Asia before this interview and Thailand has been one of my dream destinations. Thankful for Kate for sharing her culture with me and answering my questions about her home country, Thailand. Enjoy!!
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The following is a conversation I had with my good friend Umar.
We discussed various issues about the state of Africa and other fun topics like street food and perfect tourist destinations in The Gambia.
I had fun talking with him I am sure you will enjoy listening to this.

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Joy Njogu is a TV producer in her home country of Kenya. She has lived the last five years in both the United States and Kenya, which gives her a unique perspective on the difference between the two countries. She is intelligent and cultured in her outlook on the world. I do relish conversing with her. Hope you enjoy this one. Best regards!!


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Ronzai is an ex professional tennis player from Mutare, Zimbabwe who played for top colleges like Gonzaga University. During this podcast, Ronzai educates me about the life of a professional athlete including the mental training required to be professionally successful. We discuss his roots of Zimbabwe and the scarifies of playing sports at a high level. This is one of my favorite episode, I hope you enjoy this as much as I did.

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“The Spirit Of Kikuyu People Is To Maximize Every Opportunity” - Richard.
Richard is from Nakura City, Kenya. In this podcast he explains a deep rooted background from his Tribe Kikuyu and his journey to America. I learned a lot from this conversation and hope you do as well. Enjoy!

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This is one of those life changing story of courage and perseverance. Elizabeth's story is one that leaves you in awe. I am impress with her calmness and how at peace she is at everything that she has been through. I am honored that she shared her story with me. I enjoyed listening to her, I hope you do as well.

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This is a conversation with one of my longtime friends, Eddie. Eddies parents are from South Sudan but he grew up in Kenya and went to school in Uganda before migrating to the United States as a foreign exchange student. We both met in college. Eddie always has a unique perspective on a wide range of topics.
He is one of my favorite people to talk to and I enjoyed learning more about him.
Happy listening!

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The following is a conversation with my good friend Tanaka. He is originally from Mutare, Zimbabwe. He currently lives in the United States. He has an interesting story. I enjoyed chatting with him. I hope you enjoy listening.

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I had the pleasure of sitting down with my good friend Jeff recently for the Diasporas podcast.
Jeff migrated to the United States close to a decade ago from Port-au-Prince, Haiti. We had an interesting conversation about Haitian culture and the transitions he has experienced living in the US.
I enjoyed this conversation and I hope you do as well.

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