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1stGens
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1stGens is a podcast about first-generation Americans and filling in the blanks beside the hyphen. Get to know co-hosts, Perrine and Skye, as they share their experiences as Liberian-Americans, while always correlating topics back to 1stGens from other countries. Being American isn't always so black and white.
Episodes
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New Podcast: The Quarantine Couch!
The Quarantine Couch is a new podcast by 1stGens Creator Perrine DeShield. The show is co-hosted with Will Jenkins (Perrine's real life boyfriend) and is made for everyone coping with Covid-19. Episodes will feature the couple’s real-life friends of various industries to share survival tips and...
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S2: E13.5 | FULL Latinx Roundtable
**FULL, COMPLETE 65 minute episode!** Meet our Latinx Roundtable: Yosh (Puerto-Rican & Nicaraguan), Christian (Mexican), Naisla (Colombian) and Martin (Cuban & Salvadoran)! This episode dives deep into what it means to be a Latinx person in America, breaks down colorism within the community,...
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S3:E14 | The Bachata and The Milly Rock
In our Season Three finale episode, meet the wonderful media mogul and talk show host, Ohavia Phillips (Afro-Latina)! Perrine and Skye discuss a brief history of America's Next Top Model (sometimes in relation to colorism), share the impact of famous Afro-Latin people and have a MILLION laughs....
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S3: E13 | Latinx Roundtable
*FULL EPISODE* Meet our Latinx Roundtable: Yosh (Puerto-Rican & Nicaraguan), Christian (Mexican), Naisla (Colombian) and Martin (Cuban & Salvadoran)! This episode dives deep into what it means to be a Latinx person in America, breaks down colorism within the community, defines what it means to be...
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The Hot Seat
In this bonus episode, hear from the brave souls who participated in our FIRST EVER live activation: The Hot Spot! We got spicy and took over BLKMRKT CLT. In our Hot Spot, attendees of the World Lit StreetFood Festival stopped by to sit in our Hot Seat where they tried a variety of peppers and...
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Bonus Episode: World Lit Expands Charlotte's Culture
In this bonus episode, meet the wonderful creator of World Lit and Bull City native, Brandi. In a few quick years, Brandi took an Instagram page that promoted cultural experiences and turned it into Charlotte's first-ever street food festival. Brandi sits down to talk with Perrine in a fun (and...
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S3:E10 | The Optimal Artist
This episode, meet the amazing creative: Hnin (Montagnard Dega)! Hnin shares growing up on the Westside of Charlotte, how she eased her Asian parents into accepting her passion for the arts and what it means to be an artist who creates emotion-evoking think pieces. This also continues our series…
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S3:E9 | East & Southeast Asian Roundtable
Meet our East/Southeast Asian Roundtable: Steve (American, with South Korean parents), Wei (Chinese-American), Tram (Vietnamese-American) and Celine (Filipino-American)! This episode analyzes the many layers of Asian culture pertaining to colorism, the beauty industry, the growth of media...
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Bonus Episode: An Actual Ally
In this special bonus episode, meet Sylvia (Italian-American, mom of a 1stGen, art director + amazing creative) and learn how she fights for true diversity and inclusion within the fashion retail industry. Sylvia sits down to talk with Perrine in a candid interview about the importance of...
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S3:E7 | Acceptance Search
In this episode, meet Bryan (Haitian-American) as we dive deeper into the #ComplexitiesofComplexion. We discuss the effects of snap judgments, stereotypes linked with colorism and a deeper meaning behind acceptance. Make sure to follow us on social media: @1stGens For extra content, check out our...
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S3: E6 | West Indian Roundtable
Meet our West Indian Roundtable: Diana (Haitian-American), Phylecia (Jamaican-American), Angie C. (Panamanian-Jamaican-American) and Akeen (Jamaican-American)! This episode highlights the epidemic of skin bleaching while diving deep and debunking cultural stereotypes within the West Indies. This...
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S3:E5 | Sun in the South
Why do you think complexion might factor into attraction consideration and is often referred to within beauty standards? In this episode, we break down the #ComplexitiesofComplexion with our South Asian Roundtable member and co-host of the Carolina Desi podcast, Rashmili (South Indian-American)....
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S3:E4 | South Asian Roundtable
In Season 3 Episode 4, meet our South Asian Roundtable: Rashmili (South Indian-American), Gurtej (Punjabi-American), Ketan (North Indian-American) and Kripa (North Indian-American)! We discuss a wide variety of topics for our Complexities of Complexion series including how colorism and gender…
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Bonus Episode: Nicole in Nigeria
In this bonus episode, hear from Nicole Yembra, a Nigerian trailblazer changing the world of tech. Nicole shares her experience with colorism and how it impacted her growing up in both America and Nigeria. She also gives insight into how integrated skin bleaching has become within the culture.…
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S3:E2 | In This Skin
During the second episode of season 3, “In This Skin,” meet Kobe, a Ghanian- American (from Canada) who grew and learned from her trauma. Listen as Kobe traces the many layers of beauty within her skin and hear why she believes that healing should be a part of every person’s story. Skye and…
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S3:E1 | African Roundtable
We’re FINALLY BACK! In the Season Three premiere of 1stGens, Skye and Perrine launch a new series focused on cross-cultural colorism entitled, “The Complexities of Complexion.” This series will explore aspects of colorism from the perspectives of various cultures and feature roundtables of...
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Season 3 Trailer
Perrine and Skye are BACK for Season 3! The duo is thrilled to announce the official topic this season: Cross-Cultural Colorism. The series entitled, "The Complexities of Complexion" will explore colorism in the form of cultural roundtables and personal journeys. STAY TUNED! The first episode…
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Put the African in American: Live @ NCCU
BONUS EPISODE: Skye and Perrine ventured to Eagle land for the Put the African in American campus tour at NCCU. This live panel event featured topics ranging everything from the importance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), the preference of being called black opposed to...
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Put the African in American: Live @ UNC
BONUS EPISODE: Co-hosts Perrine and Skye completed a campus tour with the first stop at their alma mater: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Put the African in American was a live event and open panel discussion to help close the gap between black Americans and Africans. UNC-Chapel...
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1stGens Fave: Dating Struggles
Happy New Year! Skye and Perrine will be back with Season 3 soon, but in the meantime, check out one of their favorite episodes, "Dating Struggles" from Season 1! Hear from the fabulous Betty Foh and how she maneuvers dating as a Sierra Leonean-American. Music: bensound.com, purple-planet.com,...
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Liberian Finale Pt. 5: Then & Now With Lucia
In Part Five of our Liberian Season Finale, Skye introduces her amazing Aunt Lucia. Lucia’s entire life has been about social justice and activism. She shares with the duo how protests created change in Liberia decades ago and what the current future holds within the realm of education and...
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Liberian Finale Pt. 4: More Than Me
In Part Four of our Liberian Season Finale, Royda returns and Skye and Perrine attend a press conference for the More Than Me Academy scandal. Back in 2014, news broke that this American-ran charter school left many of its young girls sexually molested, raped and infected with HIV—all at the…
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Liberian Finale Pt. 3: The Education Gap
In Part Three of our Liberian Season Finale, hear from Alston, a board member for the YesLiberia organization, which pays for the school fees of underprivileged youth throughout Liberia. Perrine and Skye discuss with Alston how so many of the country’s problems stem from the lack of accessible...
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Liberian Finale Pt. 2
In Part Two of our Liberian Season Finale, hear from Christlyn, a Pediatric Resident at the John F. Kennedy hospital in Monrovia. Christlyn shares with Skye and Perrine the hospitals many needs and the state of healthcare in the country. For extra content, check out our website:...
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Liberian Finale Pt. 1: Young Activists
In Part One of our Liberian Season Finale, hear from a few young activists inflicting real change throughout Liberia. Skye and Perrine spoke with Royda: an influencer revealing the good, bad and truth throughout the country, Martin: a student at the University of Liberia leading the “Bring Back…
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Special Episode: Perrine's Story
**1stGens Season 2 Finale: Uncovering Roots takes place 11/10/18 at Camp Northend in Charlotte, NC from 6-8PM! More details and ticket info here: www.1stgensuncovering.eventbrite.com ** In this special episode, we continue giving you more insight on US! Hear Perrine’s story, what motivates and...
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Special Episode: Skye's Story
***1stGens Season 2 Finale: Uncovering Roots takes place 11/10/18 at Camp Northend in Charlotte, NC from 6-8PM! More details and ticket info here: www.1stgensuncovering.eventbrite.com *** In this special two-part episode, we’re giving you more insight on US! Hear Skye’s story, her upbringing and...
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Stay Tuned!
We're gearing up for our big trip to Liberia, but have some new content coming your way beforehand and SOON! Follow us on social media to be the first in the know: @1stGens Music by Nick Stubblefield
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Special Episode: Eclipsed
In this special episode, we chat with cast members of a local play rendition of "Eclipsed." Originally written by the talented Danai Gurira, this play is about the Liberian Civil War and the remarkable women who survived it. Click here for tickets to the Charlotte show (August 22-September 1…
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S2 | E13: Non-Mainstream Media
In Episode 13, meet Valerie, a Nigerian-American, plus size influencer and inclusivity advocate as we tackle the topic of media representation. The Roundtable Crew, Perrine and Skye discuss whats missing in the media and what forms of representation gave them hope, while growing up. For extra...
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S2 | E12: Authentic Self
In Episode 12, “Authentic Self,” meet Johnny, a Dominican-Puerto Rican-American who navigated many twists and turns during his coming out journey, yet found peace living his best, authentic life. Perrine and Skye discuss the authenticity of living on and off of social media and the Roundtable…
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Special Episode: News Breakdown
In this Special Episode, Skye and Perrine tackle the never-ending news cycle and how it effects the first-generation American community and beyond. The duo defines a few terms featured in current events of summer 2018 and lend resources for listeners to make a difference. A list of resources can…
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S2 | E10: Broken Clocks
In Episode 10, "Broken Clocks," Skye and Perrine challenge the deadlines society places on our lives for "success." Diana, a Haitian-American, shares her story of finding happiness, while living by her own standards. The Round Table Crew shares how their gender has effected their careers. For…
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S2 | E9: No Sex Ed
Part Two of our mini series on puberty and sex: In Episode 9, "No Sex Ed," Skye dials in once more to discuss with Perrine the bare minimum of sexual education information they both received during adolescence from their parents. The Round Table Crew kicks things off as usual with a little…
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S2 | E8: Puberty Struggles
Part One of our mini series on puberty and sex: In Episode 8, “Puberty Struggles,” Perrine and Skye discuss the awkward years, including developing early and the world of pads, tampons, menstrual cycles and what your parents don’t tell you. The amazing Miss Betty Foh is back to discuss everything...
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S2 | E7: The [Un]Likely Feminist
In Episode 7, “The [Un]Likely Feminist,” meet Giselle (Brazilian-American), as she navigates through her sexuality at an early age, as well as what it means to be a feminist in America. The Round Table crew shares their views, plus Skye and Perrine clear up gender misconceptions and more. For…
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Special Episode: Feminism for All
In this Special Episode, Skye and Perrine have a candid roundtable discussion about feminism with Jan Anderson, President and Founder of the Charlotte Women’s March and Ally Korony, Philanthropy Manager of the YWCA of the Central Carolinas. Make sure to share, leave comments and interact with us…
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S2 | E5: Boys Don't, Girls Don't
In Episode 5, "Boys Don't, Girls Don't," meet Emmanuel (Ghanian-American) one-on-one as he shares what it means to be a man as he raises a son. The Round Table Crew shares their views on masculinity and femininity, while Skye and Perrine dig deep within their feminine childhoods. For extra…
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S2 | E4: To Raise a Child
In Episode 4, "To Raise a Child," meet Patrice, a Jamaican-American, who navigates raising her two daughters alongside her husband, all while coming to grips with the complexities of her own, unique identity. The Round Table crew shows how parenting and sacrifice shapes them, plus Perrine and…
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S2 | E3: Grace Beyond Grief
This episode contains sensitive subject matter. Please advise. 1 out of every 6 American women has been the victim of an attempted or completed rape in her lifetime (RAINN). In Episode 3, “Grace Beyond Grief,” meet Genie, a Fillipino-American, and hear her encouraging story of finding strength...
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Bonus Episode: Wakanda, Wine & Whiskey
In this Bonus Episode, Perrine and Skye sit down with two fellow African 1stGens (Betty, Sierra-Leonean American & Emmanuel, Ghanian-American) with a bottle of wine and a bottle of whiskey to discuss the various themes and think-pieces of Marvel's Black Panther. This unique roundtable discussion...
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S2 | E1: Community Roles
We're BACK! In the Season Two premiere of 1stGens, meet our new Roundtable Crew: Jorge, Diana, Genie and Emmanuel. This go-round, we'll explore the theme of gender and in this first episode, gender roles. Hear how Perrine and Skye's Liberian parents shaped their perspectives and get to know…
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Season 2 Trailer: DANGER!
WE'RE BACK! Get ready and gear up for Season 2 with a whole new Roundtable Crew and a hot theme to knock your socks off. Episode 1 drops Sunday, February 25!
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DACA Special: Dare to Dream | Pt. 2
In this special, bonus episode, we hear a powerful poem by Herrison Chicas and the amazing story of a Dreamer, Manny Sandchez. You can learn more about Golden Door Scholars (Manny is one) for DACA recipients here: www.goldendoorscholars.org/ Help us with achieve our goals for Season Two and our...
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DACA Special: Dare to Dream | Pt. 1
In this special, bonus episode, we discuss DACA, the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program with some amazing leaders in the Charlotte area with remarkable resources. Hear from: Oliver, Comunidad Colectiva Allison & Sherrod, Queen City Immigration Law Sam, International House Check out…
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Episode 13: Uprooted | Pt. 2
In the SEASON ONE FINALE, Episode 13, “Uprooted: Part 2,” Lelai Givens shares her perspective on present day Liberia and we bring Sam’s story full circle and share how he’s impacting the Charlotte community as well as his plans for Liberia. We hear from Earlene and Selena as Skye and Perrine look...
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Episode 12: Uprooted | Pt. 1
In Episode 12, “Uprooted: Part I,” we begin Sam’s two-part story leading up to the Season 1 Finale. Listen to how he and his family escaped Liberia before the Civil War and their journey to America. Earlene DeShield (Perrine’s mom) and Selena Wilson (Skye’s mom) open this episode and share coming...
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Season Finale Teaser
We’re taking a short break to prepare for our TWO part Season One Finale! Stay tuned for Part I on July 16th. If you're in the Charlotte area, join us for our listening party on July 28! Details on: 1stgensuprooted.eventbrite.com Please remember we can’t make Season 2 without you! As we mentioned...
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Episode 11: Finding Home
In Episode 11, “Finding Home,” meet Caleb, a Japanese-American, who literally calls two different worlds home. Hear about the roundtable crew's first visits back to their native lands and stay tuned at the end for a HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT leading up to the two part Season 1 Finale. Make sure to leave...
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Episode 10: Bridging the Gap
In Episode 10, “Bridging the Gap,” meet Brigitte, a Colombian-American, and hear how she, the roundtable crew and co-hosts all work through their family's generational differences. Make sure to leave comments and interact with us on social media! We’re @1stgens on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter....
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1stGens is a podcast about first-generation Americans and filling in the blanks beside the hyphen. Get to know co-hosts, Perrine and Skye, as they share their experiences as Liberian-Americans, while always correlating topics back to 1stGens from other countries. Being American isn't always so black and white.
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