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EPISODE · Jun 27, 2025 · 1H 1M

S01E06: Fatherhood in three cultures: Ghana, Panama and the United States

from Africa Straight Talk · host Emmanuel Nado, Kwesi Wilson and Khaboshi Imbukwa

Last month we heard from Esther, a mother who raised her child in the diaspora. She reflected on the joys, and difficulties of parenting across boarders. I read her heartfelt thank you in this episode, where she paid homage to the village that helped her both in Kenya and the United States.This month, we change our viewpoints. In a stunning blend of Ghanaian, American, and Panamanian cultures, our guest, a divorced African father, is raising his 9-year-old son. a product of the three cultures. What does parenting across three cultural identities involve? How does he maintain his sense of self while encouraging his son to embrace every aspect of his heritage?Listen as we discuss cultural pride, co-parenting, and striking a balance while raising a global child with deep roots!

Last month we heard from Esther, a mother who raised her child in the diaspora. She reflected on the joys, and difficulties of parenting across boarders. I read her heartfelt thank you in this episode, where she paid homage to the village that helped her both in Kenya and the United States. This month, we change our viewpoints. In a stunning blend of Ghanaian, American, and Panamanian cultures, our guest, a divorced African father, is raising his 9-year-old son. a product of the three culture...

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