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GIST WITH DARA
by Darasimi Bankole
On GIST WITH DARA, Dara will discuss various social topics from race to abortion to religion.Listen now!
Episodes
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DJ’s - Dara and Julia’s Music Recs
In this episode, my friend Julia joins me to discuss all things music! From Afrobeats to K-Pop to R&B, we explore our favorite artists and songs. Julia and I decided to do this episode together because we got closer through always talking about our favorite songs. We're both super excited for you...
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Astrology 101
Hi everyone! In this episode, one of my childhood friends, Maddie, joins me to discuss all things astrology! She’s super into zodiac signs and I sort of dabble myself, so listen to find out more about it! I hope you guys enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it! Email me for any...
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not the supreme court - an episode about judgment
In this episode, third-time-guest, Chisa, and I discuss judgment. Everyone experiences judgment and it’s safe to say that everyone has judged someone else at some point in their life. Join us as we dive into how to cope with judgment, how we personally feel when judged, and so much more! Title...
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Advice from Me and Isabel!🤗
Join Isabel and I to talk about all types of advice from school to friends to extracurriculars! Email me for any inquiries you may have or just to say hi👋🏾: [email protected] Website: gistwithdara.com😇 Instagram: @gistwithdara https://instagram.com/gistwithdara?utm_medium=copy_link
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I Have News…
listen to the episode to find out!!🤫 Email me for any inquiries you may have or just to say hi👋🏾: [email protected] Website: gistwithdara.com😇 Instagram: @gistwithdara https://instagram.com/gistwithdara?utm_medium=copy_link
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The Importance of Unity in the Nigerian Diaspora - An Episode With Naija Nation
In this episode, Chidi and Faith, representatives from Naija Nation, a brand dedicated to encouraging and supporting Nigerian talent, especially in the diaspora joined me for a thought provoking conversation. Naija Nation is a community where Nigerians, regardless of tribe, can connect with one...
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Consistency is Hard
Gist with Dara is back and hopefully more consistent than ever before!! Episodes will continue every Saturday until the end of the season, thank you guys for sticking with me through this process!🫶🏾🫶🏾 Email me for any inquiries you may have or just to say hi👋🏾: [email protected]...
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This is Not the “Oppression Olympics”
Hey guys!! It’s been a long time coming and I’m super sorry for taking a longer break than anticipated, but the podcast is finally back for season five! I’m super excited for all of you to listen to this episode because I have not one, but TWO special guests who also have podcasts of their own!...
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Olivia Schramkowski, A March for Our Lives Teen Organizer and Political Activist
The summer miniseries has come to close, I had so much fun recording every episode of this series, so thank you to all of my guests for making it truly enjoyable. For the last episode of the series, I have the esteemed pleasure of interviewing Olivia Schramkowski, a Georgia teenager who organized...
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Risha Chaurasia, A Published Teen Author
In this episode, I got the chance to talk with Risha Chaurasia, a published teen author, she has published three books thus far at just age 15. She has been writing since she was 8 years old and wrote her first novel at age 11. In addition to being an author, Risha runs a blog which caters to...
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Adaejah Hodge, A Multiple Award Winning Track Star
Adaejah Hodge, a 16 year old student, has been running track since she was little. She has received multiple accolades such as the Nike National All American 2022 (3x) and she is a 3x Gold Medalist at the 2022 Carfita Games. I’m really glad that she was able to come on to the podcast for this...
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Activism Doesn’t Have to Start When You’re an Adult with Dania Ibrahim
The special summer miniseries is here!! The “Better to Start Young” miniseries captures the accomplishments of young teenagers as well as young adults. My hope is that this series proves that you don’t need to start pursuing your passion when you’re “old enough.” It’s better to start young! In…
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It’s the Season Four Finale!!!
It’s the Season Four Finale!!! In this episode, I discuss basically anything and everything just to simply close up season four. I touch on the future of the podcast as well as some basic advice when it comes to school and your priorities. I hope all of you enjoy this episode and stay tuned for...
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At this Point, Gun Control Should be More than just a Conversation
A few days ago, both of my siblings suggested, on different occasions, to address the current state of our country in regards to gun violence. I told both of them no because I felt that the subject was not a subject that I was exactly comfortable discussing nor ready to discuss. I continuously...
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From a Mental Health Professional: Mental Health Awareness Month
In this episode, one of my amazing aunts who is a mental health professional joins me to discuss mental health and why it’s important to recognize it. It’s extremely vital to be aware of this issue that so many people face, so I’m beyond glad that we have the month of May to build support and...
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The Hidden Hypocrisy Found Within our Current Society’s Politically Correct Image
In this episode, I discuss the hypocrisy behind the PC culture in today’s society. A lot of people like to portray themselves as someone who is so educated and worldly, but then at other times, they may mock a culture that is not their own. Or maybe, they are not so inclined to hearing any other...
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the most random episode yet
This is definitely the most random episode yet lol. I go from discussing high school advice and life advice in general to possible upcoming episodes. This episode was way more relaxed and laid back than usual, which honestly made it easier for me lol, but I hope you guys still like it. Thank you...
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Posting on Social Media Does Not Make an Activist
In this episode, one of my closest friends, Hadassah, joins me again to discuss a new topic regarding posting on social media. Reposting or posting about different causes is not an issue at all, we can't deny that it brings awareness to a cause, but what we can't get over is the hypocrisy from a...
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Educated Does Not Solely Equal White
To deem someone as “educated” shouldn’t mean that they have to “sound white” or “speak white.” Being educated is not determined by how close you are to being a white person. This is not to say that white people can’t be educated, but it is solely putting emphasis on the fact that a minority race...
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Diversity Is Not Just Insert Singular Minority Here
Having diversity does not mean just having one minority group represented. Diversity is and should be a group of many different races/ethnicities/backgrounds. And yes, this includes white people. Having diversity does not mean excluding white people. It just means that we should acknowledge the...
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Gist With Dara One Year Anniversary Special Episode
THE ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF GIST WITH DARA!!! Omg, this is seriously crazy, thank you to all of you for continuing to listen to and support this podcast. In this special bonus episode, I go through all 34 current episodes of Gist With Dara to discuss my thoughts on them and I rate them on a scale...
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Friendship’s Ups and Downs
In this episode, Chisa joins me once again to discuss yet another intriguing topic! Chisa first joined me on the “Not “Nigerian Enough”??? 😳🇳🇬” season 2, episode 4. I am excited that we are doing this episode together because we have had our fair share of ups and downs, but now we have been…
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Accent Discrimination
Season Four Premiere!!! For starters, I want to give my sincerest apology for releasing this episode a day late, but I think that it made it possible to have a better conversation instead of rushing it in order to release it on Saturday. Also, I didn’t mention this in the episode, but I am sorry...
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Cancel Culture ft. JusTeenz
It’s the Season Three Finale!!! Today’s episode is very special because I have not one, but two wonderful guests and they are from the JusTeenz podcast! I’m very glad that Aditi and Sanchita agreed to join me on this episode to discuss cancel culture. We’ll discuss whether we feel it is necessary...
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The White Savior Complex
I’m backkkk!! Okay, so first things first, I apologize for the unplanned break and not releasing an episode last week Saturday, but I’m back and I’m eager for all of you to listen to this episode. In this episode, we’re discussing the white savior complex. I found this topic really interesting…
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Starting the New Year with a Discussion about Cultural Appropriation
Happy New Year!!! To kick us off this year, we’re discussing cultural appropriation. Is the term overused, is it used in the right context, does it get mixed up with cultural appreciation? I’ll be answering all of those questions and more in this episode, but of course it’s all my opinion, so…
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The Unfortunate Normalization of Sexism
In this episode, Sai, a student at Johns Hopkins University with a minor in Women, Gender, and Sexuality joins me to discuss the normalization of sexism. Unfortunately, our society is so accustomed to sexism that a lot of times, we don’t even realize when it’s happening. We really enjoyed…
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Take Care of Yourself, It’s Okay to Take a Break
This episode is all about self care! As the year is ending, remember that it’s okay to take breaks. Make sure that you’re okay physically and mentally, so that you can do your tasks to the best of your ability. Everyone gets stressed, but we don’t have to let that stress completely control us or...
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Let Women Wear What they Want to Wear💃: A Redo of Season One: Episode One
In this episode, I go all the way back to episode one of season one where I discussed those who judge women for what they wear. Clothing doesn’t define you, you’ll hear me say that a lot in this episode, but it’s really as simple as that…wear what you want and wear what makes you feel comfortable...
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The Cultural and Social Divide Between Black Americans and Black Africans
In this episode, Keziah and I discuss the cultural and social divide between Black Americans and Black Africans. We were able to bring both sides to the table for an interesting conversation regarding the division that’s between the two groups. In general, the whole human race should be united…
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The Female CEO of a Black Owned Multi-Million Dollar Company: Let’s Talk Success
Full Title: Sitting Down with the Female CEO of a Black Owned Multi-Million Dollar Company: Let’s Talk Success In this episode, I sit down with Ms. Niki Moore, the CEO of Just Jokes USA, Just Digital Solutions, and a property development company to discuss success. What does success mean and how...
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The Obsession With Eurocentric Beauty Standards
In this episode, Allison Martinez joins me to discuss the obsession with Eurocentric beauty standards. This episode was actually Allison’s idea and I’m so happy with how it turned out. I hope you all enjoy the episode!!! Email me for any inquiries you may have or just to say hi👋🏾:...
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The “N” Word…
SEASON THREE PREMIERE!!! I’m so excited to start recording again and releasing new episodes every Saturday for you guys, this is going to be a great season! In this episode, I discuss the “n” word hence the title. To keep it as simple as possible, if you’re not African-American or Black, don’t…
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A Year After the Lekki Toll Gate Massacre: Where is Nigeria Today?
In this bonus episode, my amazing and wonderful cousin, Fiyinfoluwa, sits down to discuss the End SARS protests that took place in Nigeria towards the end of 2020. Police brutality is wrong no matter what, whether it’s race, gender, or age, never accept police brutality as okay or normal. I hope...
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Colorism in the Black Community
SEASON TWO FINALE!!! In this episode, I discuss colorism and yes, colorism still exists, don’t try to deny it. Colorism is an issue that we can’t just ignore and we can’t just let those who make colorist comments pass by as if it’s alright. It’s incredibly important that we train ourselves to not...
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Islam and Christianity: Hear From a Muslim and a Christian Point of View
In this episode, my cousin, Aisha, joins me to discuss our religions. I’m a Christian and Aisha’s a Muslim. Through this episode, we touch on different subjects and we realized that a lot of it was something that we could both relate to. This episode actually ended up being a lot longer than we...
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I’m Confused…
Hi everyone! In this episode, I discuss my confusion in regards to…yep, you guessed it, the podcast! Yes, indeed, I am very confused about this podcast, but that’s alright, it’s a journey and this is just another stop on that long journey. Anyways, I hope all of you enjoy this solo episode of…
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Growing up Biracial: An Interview With Hadassah Cox
In this episode, one of my closest friends, Hadassah, has joined me to discuss her life growing up biracial. I’m really glad that she joined me to share her story. I hope all of you enjoy this episode!!! Email me for any inquiries you may have or just to say hi👋🏾: [email protected]...
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Our Thoughts on Social Media
In this episode, my friend, Sofia and I discuss social media. Nothing is left unsaid in this episode including how social media specifically affects our generation. I hope all of you enjoy this episode and thank you so much for continuing to listen to Gist With Dara!!! Disclaimer: There is some...
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Our Lives as Children of Immigrant Parents
In this episode, three girls ranging from ages 15-16 discuss their lives as children of immigrants. Dara, the host of this podcast, is of course Nigerian-American, Iman is Pakistani-American and Sabrina is Haitian-American. All three of us can relate to each other as children of immigrants. We...
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Not “Nigerian Enough”??? 😳🇳🇬
In this episode, Chisa, joins me to speak about our sense of belonging regarding being Nigerian. We’re both Nigerian, I’m Yoruba and she is Igbo, but sometimes, we struggle with feeling “Not Nigerian Enough.” People of different cultures and backgrounds who have been raised abroad go through...
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The Controversy Behind Some of Disney Channel’s Hit Shows
I am so excited for all of you to hear this week’s episode because…I have another podcaster who has joined me today as my guest!!! It’s Matthew from the That’s So Matthew Podcast. If you haven’t heard of his podcast before, be sure to go check it out when you get the chance. In this episode, we...
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Let’s Normalize Talking About Periods
In this episode, Keziah and I discuss normalizing the conversation of periods. You may possibly remember Keziah from the Misogyny episode! I’m so happy that she decided to join me again to talk about something that we’re both so passionate about. Periods are a normal and natural bodily function…
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Stop Asian Hate: More Than a Hashtag
AHHHH!!! SEASON TWO!!! In this episode, Isabel and I discuss Asian hate crimes. And yes, it’s the same Isabel from the “A Year After George Floyd’s Death: Black Lives Matter From The Perspective of an Asian-American, Latina-American, White American, and an African-American” episode!😊 I’m super...
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Misogyny
Happy Juneteenth Everyone!!!❤️🖤💚 In this episode, three teenage girls ranging from ages 14-15 discuss misogyny. Misogyny is disgusting and should be ERADICATED!!! Remember, all the points made in this episode are strictly our opinions and we would love to hear your own as well, so feel free to...
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Opinions of Mine that I Feel Need Sharing PART TWO
In this episode, I discuss the rest of my opinions of different subjects including smoking cigarettes and taking the man’s last name when getting married. If you haven’t listened to the first part of this episode yet, I suggest clicking out and listening to that first then come back and listen to...
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Opinions of Mine that I Feel Need Sharing PART ONE
In this episode, I discuss my opinion on different topics such as what women wear to listening as a parent. These are strictly my opinions, but I would love to hear your own opinions, especially if they differ from mine, so please comment on my YouTube channel! Also, this is a two part episode…
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A Year After George Floyd’s Death: BLM From The Perspective of an Asian, Latina, White, and Black 🇺🇸
Full Title: A Year After George Floyd’s Death: Black Lives Matter From The Perspective of an Asian-American, Latina-American, White American, and an African-American...I couldn’t fit the whole title because of the character count lol, but in this episode...four teenage girls from different...
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Body Shaming
In this episode, I discuss body shaming with my sister. Body shaming is wrong and if you participate in body shaming, try your best to stop. I hope you enjoy my new favorite song.😊 Happy Listening! I apologize in advance for any cringey content.😬 Credits: Castaways by The Backyardigans Email me...
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Marriage...Just an Idea or an Actual Life-Long Commitment???🤔
MY SECOND GUEST!!! In this episode, my beautiful cousin and I discuss marriage and we express our opinions on marriage in general. I apologize in advance for any cringey content.😬 Email me for any inquiries you may have or just to say hi👋🏾: [email protected] Website:...
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