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Headscarves and Carry-ons
by Headscarves and Carry-Ons
Headscarves and Carry-ons is a new podcast about black girls living abroad! Co-hosts Abi AK and Maame B are Ghanaian Brits; Abi AK lived in Dubai and now lives in Amsterdam, and Maame B lived in Melbourne, Australia! Every episode they talk about their experiences of living abroad; chatting about hair, work, relationships, microaggressions and so much more! Listen to the show wherever you get podcasts and subscribe now!
Episodes
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Headscarves and Carry-Ons: Bye For Now
It has been a MINUTE but we're back with...a final episode (*sobs quietly onto the keyboard*)! We've been radio silent because life has gotten in the way, so we wanted to go out with a final bang! We've had a great time chit chatting in your ears since 2018, and we wanted to say goodbye with a...
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Headscarves and His Only Wife
Two weeks in a row and we're back? Who'd have thunk it! We had to return to your ears for this very special episode interviewing one of our new favourite Ghanaian authors - Peace Adzo Medie about her new book His Only Wife. And if you haven't heard of it, by the end of this episode you'll want to...
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Headscarves and Therapy
This week we're ruminating over doing therapy, especially during this time of the Pan's Labyrinth! We talk reasons for entering therapy, our personal experiences and everything in between. And we have some helpful links below: In Amsterdam https://www.expatcounselingcenter.nl/...
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Headscarves and Grief
On this episode Abi Ak and Maame B delve into a part of the pandemic that has touched all of our lives - grief. They talk through their own experiences, and some things that have helped them cope with loss and grief in general whilst living abroad. There are also some great reading…
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Headscarves and Raceless
Aaaaaand we're back! It's 2021, we're still very much at home, but the travel wanderlust is alive and kicking within us, so we figured it was time to return! And in an exciting turn of events, we'll be talking to Georgina Lawton about her new book Raceless: In Search of Family, Identity, and the...
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Headscarves and Lockdown-lite
On this week's episode Abi AK and Maame B discuss lockdown lifting across the world! Maame B tells us why we should all avoid the pub right now, and Abi AK muses about all the ways she plans to glam up when hair and beauty businesses open up again. Also INSECURE SPOILERS IN THE GIST! You've been...
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Headscarves and The Arts
This week after a much needed break, Abi AK and Maame B are back to talk about all things connected to the Arts! Whether you're into the theatre, libraries, movies, poetry or concerts, the girls have you covered in Amsterdam and Melbourne! #Blackjoy is here, and if you like these ladies…
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Headscarves and Black Lives Matter
This week Abi AK and Maame B discuss how their black lives matter, their experiences of the movement in Amsterdam and Melbourne, and various ways you can donate to the cause. Places to donate: US: https://bailproject.org/ | https://www.blackvisionsmn.org/ | https://www.reclaimtheblock.org/ |...
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Headscarves and Staying at Home
This week we're talking about the opposite of travelling: staying at home! Right now many of us are staying home to save lives, so Maame B and Abi AK offer some tips and tricks they've picked up to entertain themselves at home, whilst also keeping the travelling bug alive! This episode was also...
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Headscarves and Wanderlust
This week our co-hosts take some time out to daydream about a simpler time, when travel was frequent, destinations were endless, and plane rides were fun. Maame B recounts an unforgettable trip to Bali and Abi AK makes a wistful plan to revisit Menorca. Brace yourself for rants about hairstyles…
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Headscarves and The C-Word
This week Abi AK and Maame B are finally talking about the thing that we're all probably sick of talking about - Covid-19. After two weeks of deliberately putting it to one side, our co-hosts finally unload on all things related to the 'Rona, and find that there's a smaller c-word in there that...
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Headscarves and Time
This week on Headscarves and Carry-ons it's been a looong time since the podcast was alive and kicking, so Maame B and Abi AK finally give the deets on what they've been up to during the break, including a couple of country moves, job changes and fights with Ikea! They also talk Nollywood (useful...
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Headscarves & Bad Love
We're back for a special episode because Maame B wrote a whole freaking book called Bad Love! We dive deep into writing, books, and why travelling and living abroad is still a life changer on so many levels! You can pre-order the book here -...
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Carry-on 2: Cold and Mad
Welcome to another bitesize episode of Headscarves and Carry-ons, aka a carry-on! This week we're cold, mad, and very reflective because 2018 is almost over! Listen, like, share...you know the drill by now - and let this tide you over until we return with a brand new season! Hashtag:...
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Carry-on: Let me tell you this...
We said we wouldn't leave you high and dry while we're on hiatus, and you know we never lie! Here's a little carry-on for you; a little something that makes your journey a teensy bit better! Take a listen and find out what we've been up to! Oh and don't forget to use the hashtag...
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Episode 20: Headscarves and Recaps
If you love something, let it go...on hiatus for a bit. That's right, this is the last episode of the first season of Headscarves and Carry-ons! We've had a blast with you lovely listeners, but now we need some rest and recuperation so we can bring you even more amazing gems in the new year with...
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Episode 19: Headscarves and Questions
Welcome to our #Askusanything episode! This week we answer your burning questions - Abi AK describes her experience of being a Christian in a Muslim country, and Maame B explains how she became a therapist and why she didn't need a medical degree for it! We loved your questions so keep sending…
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Episode 18: Headscarves and Going Home
There's no place like home, truly; but is that where you want to be? This week we explore the subject of going home after living abroad. Abi AK talks about her future plans for Dubai and the UK, and Maame B talks through reverse culture shock and feeling like an outsider at home. We also drag…
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Episode 17: Headscarves and Women
I am woman, hear me roar! Hint: This week's episode is all about being a woman travelling and living abroad! Abi AK debunks some myths about being a woman in an Arab country, and Maame B has her Western expectations dashed when it comes to being a woman in Australia. There's also an Insecure...
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Episode 16: Headscarves and Language
Actions speak louder than words, but words help too! This week's episode is all about language! Abi AK shares her library of useful Arabic phrases for living and working in Dubai, and Maame B tries to explain what an Esky is, and having to decode regular English words when they've been given an...
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Episode 15: Headscarves and Money
This week is all about money, money, money, money! Money! Specifically, managing your money when living abroad! Abi AK talks about the best ways to manage a lavish lifestyle in Dubai without breaking the bank, and Maame B discusses saving for a rainy day and becoming a Melbourne deal-chaser!…
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Episode 14: Headscarves and Mental Health
We're back with another episode, and this time we're on that good mental health kick! Abi AK discusses the importance of having a good support network when living abroad, and Maame B details the positive impact moving abroad can have on your mental health! Don't forget to subscribe, rate and…
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Episode 13: Headscarves and Self Care
We're back with a brand new episode for your beautiful ears! This week listener, we're here for you and all your self care needs. Abi AK talks about the importance of finding a self care routine when you're living away from home, and Maame B discusses learning about yourself and finding your...
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Episode 12: Headscarves and Work
Work work work work work, you see me I be work work work work work Can you guess what this week's episode is about? Yup, we be working abroad! Abi AK talks about her journey from Skype interview to becoming a cultural chameleon in a Dubai workplace, and Maame B gives us some top tips on picking…
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Episode 11: Headscarves and Travel
Welcome to episode 11 of Headscarves and Carry-ons! This week we're discussing an essential part of living abroad - travelling! Abi AK shares her experience of travelling throughout the 7 United Arab Emirates, and Maame B tells us why visiting the Northern Territory in Australia feels like being…
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Episode 10: Headscarves and Microaggressions
Welcome to episode 10 of Headscarves and Carry-ons, whoop! This week we're talking about microaggressions abroad - the big, the small and the downright ridiculous. Maame B recounts a chilling experience with the N-word at a comedy show in Melbourne, and Abi AK describes being ferried towards…
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Episode 9: Headscarves and Housing
This week we're sharing our top tips for finding a place to call home abroad! Abi AK discusses landlords and absurd rooms in Dubai, and Maame B shares tales of single beds in penthouses and the importance of AC in Melbourne! They also lament over the non-starter that is Brexit and the importance…
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Episode 8: Headscarves and Dating Pt.2
This week, we're not quite done with all that dating mess! Maame B recounts the subtle racial profiling of online dating in Melbourne, and Abi AK shares a valuable lesson about considering a long term relationship when you live in a transient place like Dubai! Plus we talk Black British girl…
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Episode 7: Headscarves and Dating Pt.1
We're back with a brand new episode all about dating! Heads up: Happily ever doesn't necessarily happen for everyone but don't despair! We talk online dating apps, navigating the interesting dating cultures of Melbourne and Dubai, and how to deal with nonsense boys! Also shout out to the literary...
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Episode 6: Headscarves and Friends
Wooh this week we're celebrating the wonderful art of making friends in a new country! Be warned: This is not as easy as it sounds! Abi AK recounts getting out of a weird stalker situation, Maame B leans hard on translating social media connections into real-life friendships, and there's some…
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Episode 5: Headscarves and Africans
This week we're all about being African abroad! Abi AK muses over finding Ghana in her home cooking whilst in Dubai, Maame B reveals her basic cleaning to afrobeats routine, and both commiserate over the absence of Ghana in the World Cup! A call to action: Tweet @maamebluewrites and send her your...
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Episode 4: Headscarves and Food
This week we're talking all things food! From Dubai and Melbourne's different takes on what constitutes brunch, to consuming currency and calling it a delicacy! We also discuss food as an authentic way to learn about different cultures, being completely over poached eggs, and missing a Ghanaian...
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Episode 3: Headscarves and News
Welcome to Episode 3 of Headscarves and Carry-ons! This week we're talking about what it's like to hear news from home when you're abroad. We discuss how to still be a part of the relief effort when tragedy strikes back home, the joy of celebrating spiderman-like heroes from across the pond, and...
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Episode 2: Headscarves and Hair
This week is all about hair! From surviving the desert climes of Dubai with a new weave, to batting away the wondering hands of strangers in Melbourne. We also discuss the fake Beyonce, Queen Oprah at the Royal Wedding, and why sometimes it's necessary to accost people on the street for hair…
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Episode 1: Headscarves and Intros
In this inaugural episode we talk about why we left the UK, the confusion of the Marvel universe (according to Abi), and our childhood dreams of travelling to distant places. Enjoy! Hashtag: #headscarvesandcarryons Artwork: https://instagram.com/mocacoco.studio Theme music produced by Alex Darko...
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Headscarves and Carry-ons: The Trailer
Welcome to the trailer for our new show - Headscarves and Carry-ons; a podcast about black girls living abroad! I'm Maame B and I lived in Melbourne, and my co-host Abi AK lives in Dubai. We're both Ghanaian, originally from London, and every week we'll be talking about what it's like to live...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Headscarves and Carry-ons is a new podcast about black girls living abroad! Co-hosts Abi AK and Maame B are Ghanaian Brits; Abi AK lived in Dubai and now lives in Amsterdam, and Maame B lived in Melbourne, Australia!
Every episode they talk about their experiences of living abroad; chatting about hair, work, relationships, microaggressions and so much more!
Listen to the show wherever you get podcasts and subscribe now!
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Headscarves and Carry-ons is a new podcast about black girls living abroad! Co-hosts Abi AK and Maame B are Ghanaian Brits; Abi AK lived in Dubai and now lives in Amsterdam, and Maame B lived in Melbourne, Australia! Every episode they talk about their experiences of living abroad; chatting about...
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