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African in the Diaspora

by Olubanjo Adigun

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We are not African because we are born in Africa, we are African because Africa was born in us. Explore the way of life, the music, food and the culture of the African, people and communities in the Diaspora .A people without the knowledge of their past is like a tree without Roots

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Episodes

  1. Andre Bennet the young traveler from Cincinnati, Ohio

    An adventurous young man from Cincinnati Ohio travels the world. Andre is a friend and coworker who has developed a love for traveling around the world. Listen to few of his favorite places

  2. Afro Pop with The Bukaman

    African popular music (also styled Afropop, Afro-pop or Afro pop), like African traditional music, is vast and varied. Most contemporary genres of African popular music build on cross-pollination with western popular music. Many genres of popular music like blues, jazz, afrobeats, salsa, zouk…

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  3. Bi- Okoto Presents Irin Ajo (The Joutney)

    “Irin Ajo” is about the journey of human existence, even in our confused state of mind, as we love and hate, “Irin Ajo” tells us that we all have the responsibility of making things right. Finding out what those are will be the beginning…“Irin Ajo” is the beginning of a journey we all must take…

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  4. Out of many, ONE (A message by Prophet Mike Baptist at Cherubim & Sheraphim Church, ICM Cincinnati, Ohio)

    I.C.M A true rendezvous of all Christians with one faith, love, and interest towards diligently worshiping the one and only Almighty God. Out of many, ONE A message by Prophet Mike Baptist at Cherubim & Seraphim Church, ICM Cincinnati, Ohio. Bible Reverences Samuel 16, vs 1—16 Romans 12, vs 1—21...

  5. Prof PLO Lumumba on Decolonization of Religion, Culture and Economy

    6TH ANNUAL MEMORIAL LECTURE PROGRAMME THEME : Decolonization of Religion, Culture and Economy KEYNOTE SPEAKER :Prof. PLO Lumumba Patrick Loch Otieno Lumumba (born 17 July 1962) is a Kenyan who served as the Director of the Kenya Anti-Corruption Commissionfrom September 2010 to August 2011. Since...

  6. Our conversation with Hannarich Asiedu. Author, Speaker, Life Coach and Philanthropist

    Hannarich Asiedu Author, Speaker, Life Coach I Love to Write, Speak, Coach, and Giveback to Society. I have a bachelor’s in English and French from the University of Ghana and have been in management positions handling corporate relations for almost a decade. I do not consider myself to be…

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  7. Love Vibrations (African Love songs)

    From the first flushes of romance, to heartbreak, loss and lust, the love song puts emotions to words and music remaining a core part of our lives. Love is a Beautiful thing African in the Diaspora featured in Feedspot Top 20 African Diaspora Podcasts

  8. Sister Comfort Nabi Mbeng

    I am the first seed of 7 siblings, born into a typical low income self employed fashion design Baptist Christains. Born in Beilo Kom in the North West region, raised in the South West region of Cameroon and later moved to South Africa via road across 5 different African countries. I lived in…

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  9. Blazing Afrobeats

    Afrobeat is a music genre which involves the combination of elements of West African musical styles such as fuji music and highlife with American jazz and later soul and funk influences, with a focus on chanted vocals, complex intersecting rhythms, and percussion. The term was coined in the 1960s...

  10. The Man Behind The Voice

    The man behind the voice interview with the host of Africans in the Diaspora Olubanjo (the Bukaman) Adigun. Th e interview was done by Mrs Marsheen Adigun my wife, my lover, my better half my partner for life. Thank you very much for doing this for us.

  11. Ijo-Ugo Celebrates Black Hisory Month

    IJO UGO PERFORMING ARTS is dedicated to expressing the diversity of African culture through dance, music and drumming. Its performances are community base and educational. This month they celebrated Black History Virtually in Cincinnati Ohio. This podcast was recorded at the event.

  12. Mike Lenga

    Owale Born in the village call Kananga located in the Congo D.R.C...I am from the tribe Tetela. In which our quote said "we are not slave"and Music been my drug since the age of 11. I describe my Music as a tool to Pass a messages on all my songs and let my mind to stay open as a non-slave. Music...

  13. Bolojo Music

    Bolojo Music is a typically traditional music from The Nagot-Yoruba's origin. Bolojo can be found in Republic of Benin and Ogun state in southwestern Nigeria, western Yoruba speaking people of Ketu, Egbado, Ohori, and Anago.

  14. Afro Vibrations

    Afro Vibrations

  15. From Kenya to America (African in the Diaspora)

    From Kenya to America ( a discussion with our brother and Elder Mr Titus Nzioki owner & proprietor of Kilimanjaro African Heritage store)

  16. Afro Pop #2

    Bringing you the best of African music.

  17. Afro Pop

    Music across Africa

  18. .African Gospel Reggae music (Buchi)

    African Gospel Reggae music featuring Buchi

  19. Nigerian Music from the 30s and 50s

    Nostalgic sound of yester years Music has been part of our culture and heritage for years. Thanks to the new technology we are now able to enjoy this beautiful art from the past

  20. Christmas Episode

    Christmas music from Nigeria celebrating Keresimesi (Christmas)

  21. The conflct between the Tigray people and Ehtopia govt

    What the Medias are not telling us. Hear directly from the source. Recorded live on Afrikan Village Buka with Olubanjo Adigun on WAIF 88.3fm in Cincinnati, Ohio

  22. Friday Vibes Part 2

    Islamic music for Friday listening enjoyment.

  23. Friday Vibes Part 1

    Islamic music for your Friday listening enjoyment..

  24. Nostalgic sound of yesteryear

    Music of Africa from yesteryear.

  25. African in the Diaspora

    Live from my home office

  26. African music in the Diaspora

    Collaboration with Afrikan Village Buka on WAIF 88.3 fm.

  27. New Year new beginning.

    New year’s message by Prophet Michael Baptist at International Christian Ministry, Cincinnati,Ohio

  28. Music that influence you as African in the Diaspora

    African music and its influence on the African in the Diaspora

  29. African in the Diaspora (Trailer)

Topics in this show

African Roots Cultural Soundscape Diaspora Cuisine Diaspora Identity Heritage Stories Historical Commentary Rooted Narratives Transnational Music

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About this show

We are not African because we are born in Africa, we are African because Africa was born in us. Explore the way of life, the music, food and the culture of the African, people and communities in the Diaspora .A people without the knowledge of their past is like a tree without Roots

Hosted by

Olubanjo Adigun

Categories

Music Commentary

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does African in the Diaspora have?

African in the Diaspora has 29 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on November 19, 2025.

What is African in the Diaspora about?

We are not African because we are born in Africa, we are African because Africa was born in us. Explore the way of life, the music, food and the culture of the African, people and communities in the Diaspora .A people without the knowledge of their past is like a tree without Roots

How often does African in the Diaspora release new episodes?

African in the Diaspora publishes about every 78 days, based on its 29 episodes since November 2019.

Who hosts African in the Diaspora?

African in the Diaspora is created and hosted by Olubanjo Adigun.
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