Dajah grew up in the Greenwood district of Tulsa, Oklahoma (popularly called Black Wall Street) more than 100 years after it was burnt down. She shares her perspective on reparations to the African American community; answering questions like is reparations needed? In what form? and who should qualify. Please note that the case for reparations is such a complex subject matter (one that a podcast episode cannot fully address). We simply try to understand the issue a little better and proffer solu...
Jul 06, 2020•46 min
British rapper & creative entrepreneur Zuby garnered worldwide attention in March 2019 after temporarily identifying as a woman to break the British Women's deadlift record. He shares his experience attending an American School in Saudi Arabia and talks about what shapes his worldview. We also talk controversial tweets, Reparations, Donald Trump, Candace Owens, Black Lives Matter, Slavery, Police Brutality and why Black people are not a monolith. More info: https://teamzuby.com/
Jun 29, 2020•1 hr 43 min
Marisa is a singer from Denver. On this episode we talk music, love and religion. IG: @marisanikolemusic FB: www.facebook.com/marisanikole.music Twitter: www.twitter.com/marisa_nikole City of Love (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/artist/1PEM5vchYSUSrHetS5m3zw?si=d1Pzq7jgSiifBIwUzGE9YQ
Jun 22, 2020•52 min
In mathematics, X represents the unknown. It has no identity. This is how Xsara sometimes felt growing up. Being born to an Egyptian Father & Swedish Mother, Xsara grew up in Mississippi & London and struggled with her racial identity. Listen in as we talk Malcolm-X, Pan-Africanism, Blues Music & the relationship between North Africa and the rest of the continent.
Jun 15, 2020•1 hr 25 min
It all started with a simple question... 'How can you hate me when you don't even know me?'. Over the past 30 years, Daryl has spent time befriending members of the Ku Klux Klan; getting many of them to give up their robes and renounce the organization. He makes a dent in racism by getting to know racists on a personal level. Daryl's website: https://www.daryldavis.com/ Support the podcast: https://www.paypal.me/supportcultureclass
Jun 08, 2020•1 hr 43 min
We all belong to the same race; the human race. RIP Ahmaud Arbery & George Floyd. Black Lives Matter.
Jun 01, 2020•20 min
Garrett is a post-service Marine who was stationed places like in Okinawa (Japan) & Djibouti-city (Djibouti). He shares his experience enlisting and training in the US Military. We also talk business, finance, real estate and if he'll run for office someday. Support Common Sense Coffee: https://linktr.ee/commonsensecoffee Support the Podcast: paypal.me/supportcultureclass
May 25, 2020•1 hr 9 min
Good things happen to those who 'hustle'. Abadesi indeed embodies the word. A Founder, Speaker, Author, Podcaster and Consultant at Hustle Crew; Abadesi was born to a Nigerian Father and Filipino Mother. She shares her experience growing up in a multi-ethnic household, moving to East Africa and attending boarding school in the UK. She also talks about why she got into tech and how she is striving to create an inclusive culture in the industry; one company at a time. Techish + Whatsapp Event: htt...
May 18, 2020•57 min
Nosa speaks with retired Nigerian Artiste and early Afrobeats originator Eldee The Don; focusing on non-musical stories. Eldee talks about growing up in Kaduna, having a near death experience during a religious conflict, his relationship with his Father, founding a fraternity in the University of Lagos, meeting his wife, why he got frustrated with PlayData and what happened with Trybesmen 2.0 Karate Kid Episode: https://soundcloud.com/nigerianamerican/karate-kid Da'Trybe Album: https://music.app...
May 11, 2020•2 hr 20 min
Ravina Bhanot is a Doctor working for the National Health Service in London. At the time of recording, the UK had about 129,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 with about 17,000 deaths. Ravina gives some insight as to what happens on the frontlines of the pandemic. She also talks about her Indian parents growing up in Kenya, her medical podcast and what she does for fun. Medtalks Podcast: https://spoti.fi/2Y54b3n
May 04, 2020•58 min
Nosa talks to one of his favorite Nigerian singers Oriri Osayomore (son of popular 90s musician Ambassador Joseph Osayomore). We also play some songs from his catalog (adding new renditions from his band- Soulhouse Crew). The Soulhouse Crew was formed early 2018 in Culver City, California and is made up of musicians with diverse international roots. Oriri (Guitar, Vocals) was born in Benin City, Nigeria in West Africa. Natsumi (keys) is a Japanese classical trained pianist. Nick (Bass) is a firs...
Apr 27, 2020•1 hr 13 min
James talks about his Grandparents escaping North Korea, his Parents emigrating to the US, being influenced by Disney & hip-hop growing up and eventually starting a small business. He also shares reasons why he likes soju and hates K-pop.
Apr 20, 2020•56 min
Robert grew up under difficult circumstances in the suburbs of Chicago. He grew up an Atheist but discovered Christianity later in life. He talks about feeling vulnerable as a kid, going off to college, living in Japan for 6 years and finding his faith. Rob's Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/info-mation Rob's Website: https://www.subcultureinc.org/
Apr 13, 2020•1 hr 28 min
Nosa speaks to Chirag & Manisha about the recently passed Citizenship Amendment Act (2019) in India and how it is affecting a country of 1.3 billion people. Support the Podcast: paypal.me/supportcultureclass Buy Chirag's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Age-Awakening-Amit-Kapoor-ebook/dp/B07M93C4NC/
Apr 06, 2020•1 hr 21 min
Garcelle is from South Carolina. She talks about growing up in Rural America, modern segregation in the South, working with prisoners, founding her own non-profit and helping to elect the first black female Mayor in North Carolina. We also talk about the her Great-Grandmother being a slave and divisions in the African and African American community.
Mar 30, 2020•1 hr 9 min
Mo was born in Syria but grew up in neighboring Jordan. We talk Breakdancing, Ultimate Frisbee, Filmmaking, Soccer, Arabic & Jordanian Food
Mar 23, 2020•51 min
Random conversations with Jack Foster. He talks about growing up catholic in Texas, Pets, Relationships, Living Abroad, College, Fraternities, COVID-19 and US healthcare.
Mar 16, 2020•1 hr 59 min
On this episode, Nosa and Andres draw similarities between #Mexican and #Nigerian Mothers. Andres grew up in Tijuana Mexico. He shares fun childhood memories playing cascarita (football) and watching Lucha Libre (wrestling) in his home town. He considers himself a 'glomad' (global nomad)and talks about his travel experience and why he tattooed a map of the world on his arm.
Mar 09, 2020•1 hr 17 min
Did you know celebrities like NipseyHussle and TiffanyHaddish had/have Eritrean Roots?. Listen in as Senaiet explains the significance of Boon (coffee), Werki (jewelry), Zuria (dresses) Henna (tattoos) and Tigrinya(language) in Eritrean culture. She also shares some stories from her globetrotting trips to Yemen, Costa Rica, Mexico, Germany, Dubai & China. Support the Podcast: paypal.me/supportcultureclass
Mar 02, 2020•1 hr 11 min
Rod is an Australian businessmen who shares his experience playing sports in Sydney, back packing through Europe and being an Entrepreneur in America.
Feb 24, 2020•1 hr 19 min
Abby is a professional matchmaker in Denver who helps young professionals find love IN PERSON. In the spirit of #ValentinesDay, we chop it up about the strange subject called LOVE (lol). She educates me about her matchmaking process and drops some tips on how to find and keep the right partner. Follow her and sign up for her services here: https://thesocialmm.club/ Support the Podcast: paypal.me/supportcultureclass
Feb 17, 2020•1 hr 3 min
Fata Acquoi is currently a Masters of International Affairs student at The George Washington University in Washington D.C. For the past two years, she has served as the Programs Director with African Immigrant Services (AIS) in Minnesota. She is passionate about Africa and Black People. In this episode, Fata shares her experiences visiting her home country of Liberia and how the African Diaspora can contribute towards the development of the continent. The episode was originally published on her ...
Feb 10, 2020•35 min
Paul Duane is a photographer and Comedian who enjoys the simple pleasures in life. You know, like riding his bike, taking amazing photos and sporting his heels and nylons around Salt Lake City. This episode examines the ethos of living life on one’s own terms. Paul's website: https://soulanarchist.com/ Support the Podcast: paypal.me/supportcultureclass
Jan 27, 2020•1 hr 16 min
Nathalie grew up in Billings, Montana but moved to Wyoming when she was 12. She talks about fun times growing up in the #CowboyState; tubing, skiing, doing sports and living on a ranch. She also talk about some of her adventures beyond the mid-west, affinity for international travel & love for all things tea. Some countries Nathalie has visited: India, Kenya, Seychelles, Australia, Malawi, New Zealand, France, Belgium, Switzerland, Germany, Sweden, Italy & Benin Republic.
Jan 20, 2020•59 min
Arelle Tonnes talks about growing up Black & Muslim in the US (being a minority's minority). We also talk afrobeats, hip-hop and his new EP 'Diaspora'. Arelle's EP: https://open.spotify.com/album/3KdD6NZQA4ghgmTC9aqnhc
Jan 06, 2020•1 hr 5 min
On the last episode of 2019, I talk to Kenny Greene. Kenny grew up in Monrovia, Liberia and moved to the US when the 2nd Liberian Civil War broke. He talks about how he escaped becoming a child soldier, his first impression landing in New York City and his experience as a car salesman. Kenny currently works in the mortgage industry and shares some wisdom for would be first time home buyers in the US.
Dec 30, 2019•1 hr 9 min
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Dec 24, 2019•42 min
Chain Migration vs Family Immigration Illegal Alien vs Undocumented Immigrant Asylee vs Refugee Jim Hacking, a US Immigration Lawyer from St Louis dispel some misconceptions about immigration. Jim also explains the various visa types and sheds some light on how the US immigration system works. Jim Hacking on YouTube: http://bit.ly/35r7FOr Jim's book for international students: https://amzn.to/2r10f5C Hacking Law Practice: https://hackinglawpractice.com/ Immigrant Home Facebook Group: https://www...
Dec 16, 2019•1 hr 2 min
Monticue has a pretty interesting religious journey; being born into Christianity, becoming a member of the Nation of Islam, studying Five-Percent teachings, practicing briefly as a Jehovah's Witness and diving deep into Egyptology and Ifa. Listen in as we delve into the world of a man who considers himself a Shaman. Later in the episode, Monticue also explains what Apothecary is, how he got into the field and his plans to release his 3rd and last album. Shop on his website: https://www.jiridona...
Dec 09, 2019•2 hr 26 min
The podcast is one year old this week. To celebrate this, enjoy a throwback (unpublished) episode with former co-host Tongwa. Watch Tongwa's new video series on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGePmgDWvW9VWoanjB31MSg
Dec 02, 2019•1 hr 14 min
