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Africa Straight Talk
by Emmanuel Nado, Kwesi Wilson and Khaboshi Imbukwa
Africa Straight Talk podcast offers unique perspectives on matters of the African immigrant experience. Emmanuel Nado, Khaboshi Imbukwa, Kwesi Wilson, and Zikka Okoh use their vast experience working in journalism, communications, and academia to make the kind of bold and unapologetic commentaries, insightful conversations, personal narratives and expert perspectives that highlight shared experiences of the African diaspora.
Episodes
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S02E14: Dangote, Africa-France Reset in Kenya
In this episode Nado, Kwesi and Zika discuss, Africa-France relationship.
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S02E13: Africa Day in California: Celebrating Culture and Community
In this episode we talk to Folake Phillps the founder of AWO Center and Afriicionado Cultural Collective. She shares the organizations mission, the importance of cultural connection and the impact of Africa Day Celebrations an event that brings Africans together to honor culture and community....
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S02E12: Gizelle Mapanda - My Childhood Dream is Now My Happy Reality
A hospital visit in her homeland of Congo as an 8 year old had a profound impact on Gizelle Mapanda. She witnessed how the ratio of healthcare practitioners to patients was tipped against the latter and decided she would pursue a career that will help bridge the gap. In this episode, Gizelle, an…
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S02E11: Navigating the Immigrant Experience in an Anti-Immigrant Climate
Nakel is an author, certified discusses how to adapt survive and thrive in America. From building community to finding your place to starting businesses and even to give back to Africa. He also addressed the threat of artificial intelligence. He called on "lawmakers and key tech developers not to...
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S01E10: I Started DJ-ing at 16 Years Old
A Ghanaian DJ in Maryland transformed heartbreak into joy, turning the loss of his mother into a global movement of music and healing. At the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, DJ Fisho, launched Music for your Quarantine Feet (MQF), giving the world a platform to heal and celebrate. Take a listen…
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S01E09: Entrepreneurship in the Diaspora
The African diasporan is an entrepreneur heart. In this episode, speak with Roy Wanguhu, founder of Elewa Media a creative hub built on collaboration and community. Roy shares his journey from humble beginnings in Kenya to creating a space where creatives connect, share ideas and grow together....
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S01E08: Tourism and the privilege we don't talk about
What happens when you go on vacation and you're treated like royalty? Listen to this episode to find out. Mark your calendars! October 9-12th is the The annual Silicon Valley African Film Festival. There will be an incredible array of films by talented African filmmakers . Also Kwesi is gearing…
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Encore - S01E06: Fatherhood in three cultures: Ghana, Panama and the United States
We will be back in September with a brand new episode. We're letting Kwesi readjust to life outside of Ghana but in the meantime, enjoy a throwback show on fatherhood in the US.
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S01E07: Smart money moves for the African Diaspora
Our fellow host Kwesi faced some technical difficulties while recording this show and was unable to continue recording this episode. On this show we have an incredible discussion about finances with Byb Bibene. From setting boundaries, to not fearing debt and the importance of doing research....
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S01E06: Fatherhood in three cultures: Ghana, Panama and the United States
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...
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S01E05: Bridging Worlds: Raising African kids in America
In many African cultures, children are a blessing and they are raised as part of a community - a village. But what happens when African parents are navigating this journey far from home, and in a culture very different from their own? In this episode we speak to one parent who brought up her…
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S01E04: Fresh of the Plane
Living in foreign country presents many challenges - language, culture, lifestyle, mental health all affect us in one way or another. We discuss our 'coming to America' moments, what challenges we faced and how we adapted. Want to Be a Guest on our show? We're looking for bold, honest voices to...
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Episode 4 Teaser: Fresh of the Plane
Ever watched Coming to America? This episode is about our Coming to America moment. While it's all laughter and jokes, there are deeper lessons in these shared experiences that we all can reflect upon and learn. Listen to the entire episode going live this week, but for now enjoy a snippet of it!...
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S01E03: Navigating Grief in the African Diaspora
Grief affects us all in one way or another at some point in our lives. How do we, as Africans in the diaspora, identify that we are going through grief? How do we find support while going through it? All these questions and more were addressed in a candid and insightful conversation with Alimatu...
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Episode 3: Teaser - Understanding Grief Teaser
Be on the look out for our next show coming out this week! Our topic is on grief and we speak with Alimatu Kamara a Mental Health therapist in San Diego.
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S01E02: How Africans in the Diaspora can Cope during these Uncertain Times
We are living in unprecedented times and in this powerful episode we dive into a spirited conversation about what Africans in the diaspora can do to safeguard themselves in this climate. Adoubou Traore, the Executive Director at African Advocacy Network, shares some steps we can take to prepare…
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S01E01 New Year New Us
We're back! It's 2025 and while our show has evolved, we're still the same witty, fun and hard-hitting crew you all love! We are shining a spotlight on us - African Diaspora our lives, challenges, and what it means to navigate the world while still staying rooted in our heritage. Join us as we…
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ENCORE: Episode 91: Meet the fine artist turning banana fibers into quality Ugandan products
We are re-posting some of our favourite past episodes!!!! The goal is to support, elevate and empower our fellow brothers and sisters from the continent to keep the momentum going. Stay tuned for more episodes. Kenyan-born artist, educator and entrepreneur, Kimani Muturi, tells us how he is…
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Episode 135: Africans for Trump: Are they for real?
There are African immigrants who say they support MAGA and Trump. Are they genuine, naive or just optimistic opportunists?
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Episode 134: Kamala Harris and other stories
We were a little all over the place on this episode (in a good way of course) - what's hot in America aka Kamala Harris, and how the diaspora can grow a spine.
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Episode 133 - WANTED: An African Diaspora with a spine
Africans in the west need to stop "suffering and smiling" and do more to stand up for themselves against anti-immigrant hate.
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Episode 132: Welcome back, and the Kenyan Protests
Young people in Kenya have finally woken up and taken President Ruto and his government by the horns. It's a bold and commendable and commendable in a continent where young people rarely question when old politicians tell them they are the leaders of tomorrow. Now the question is: what strategies...
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Episode 130: Internet interruptions and meeting Bob Marley
Did you know that Nado, my co-host, met Bob Marley in Oakland and he autographed his record? I must add that Nado spoke about it as if he was meeting a friend on a random weekend! I don’t know how to feel about that…but I KNOW Kwesi must be extremely jealous 🙂
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Africa Straight Talk podcast offers unique perspectives on matters of the African immigrant experience. Emmanuel Nado, Khaboshi Imbukwa, Kwesi Wilson, and Zikka Okoh use their vast experience working in journalism, communications, and academia to make the kind of bold and unapologetic commentaries, insightful conversations, personal narratives and expert perspectives that highlight shared experiences of the African diaspora.
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Emmanuel Nado, Kwesi Wilson and Khaboshi Imbukwa
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Africa Straight Talk podcast offers unique perspectives on matters of the African immigrant experience. Emmanuel Nado, Khaboshi Imbukwa, Kwesi Wilson, and Zikka Okoh use their vast experience working in journalism, communications, and academia to make the kind of bold and unapologetic commentaries,...
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