I Am Gayima. A Podcast.

This episode is less than 10 minutes but has some gems and a new recipe for your taste palette.

This episode is about 10 minutes of African Diasporic thoughts and considerations.

This episode is about 10 minutes of Wyclef Jean good vibes.

This episode is about 5 minutes of good vibes.

This episode is part 1 of our conversation about Jalla K. visiting Sierra Leone for the first time! Tap in and share your thoughts in the comment section.

This episode is less than 5 minutes… tap in to take a break from your busy life.

This episode features music by Bas Money & Mellow Seven.

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This mix was produced in New York, New York by DJ Rab ‘The International’ Bakari for Amyang Fashun, A Lifestyle Brand.

This episode was originally recorded via Instagram Live in 2020.

Gayima reflects on the intentions, realities, and emotions she faces as she completes her 40 years around the sun.

In an intimate reflection, Gayima goes deep in reflection as she unpacks how grief and reality have affected her relationship with her father, a prideful West African Man originally from Sierra Leone with a historical commitment to the culture that helped define him and his relationships.

As Gayima maneuvers through the days of Summer ‘21, she takes a moment to share a mental roadblock and how she hopes this new challenge will help her to move forward.

At the airport, Gayima sneaks into a corner to share a quick story and lesson about the use of time in between flights.

Gayima shares a strategic approach that has assisted her for years as a leader within the walls of Corporate America, as an Entrepreneur, and beyond.

A story of community, creativity, and unexpected wins that happen because of a commitment to honoring the creative flow inside of yourself. A message for naysayers.

Gayima shares how ‘Words of Affirmation’, a principle of Mental Fortitude that she practices and references in her book is aiding her as she focuses on rebuilding her mental fortitude in a state of grief.

Tragically, Gayima’s best friend of 21 years, Angie, abruptly passes away days before her 40th birthday. Struck with grief and sadness, Gayima expresses where she’s at mentally and what daily life in grief looks like.

Gayima shares the intention behind the third season of this podcast, Perseverance, and what she hopes her audience will take away from the season.

It’s December 1, 2020. 4:30am. Gayima shares what’s on her mind as she reflects on a pandemic year and what she learned about herself since she had the time (due to a whole global pandemic). Perseverance is the theme.

Before the infamous 2019 #yearofthereturn hosted by the West African country Ghana, African Diasporans were passionate about bridging the gap of understanding between them and their African American friends. Friend of the podcast Sunny Sunday shares his story of how he changed one of his friend’s life with one trip to the Motherland.

Why is everything in New York City so damn special, even when it’s a simple first date? Friend of the podcast Sunny Sunday stops by to join the conversation.

Have you ever sat around with your favorite family members and just discussed pop culture? Rap? Well… this is it. Gayima captures a moment with one of her favorites, Maada Thomas.

Megan thee Stallion. Gayima discusses why she’s a phenomenon that has staying power. It’s a Hot Girl Summer and then some…

Jamaican-born, San Francisco-based Celebrity Photographer shares his journey, challenges, and what motivates him to pursue his passion despite the challenges of living as a Media Creative.

Co-Founders Sallay and Gayima Kanu are guests on Weekend Wax Radio based in Brooklyn, New York. Hosted by Producer DJ Baby XL. They discuss fashion, their journey as creatives, cultural challenges as daughters of Sierra Leone soil and the USA.

Filmmaker and Scriptwriter Ishmael Kanu sits with Gayima after conducting his first screenwriting workshop in Freetown, Sierra Leone. He shares his motivations and inspirations to return to his homeland and give back to the young Creatives of Sierra Leone.

Gayima answers questions from her community about her travels with the assistance of her sister, Sallay aka Kayslaay.

Gayima shares an emotional ‘in the moment’ reflection as she steps through the first 48 hours of her return to the USA after being gone from the USA for a total of eight months, exploring several countries on the Continent of Africa.

Gayima shares an emotional ‘in the moment’ reflection as she steps through the last 48 hours before she departs from Sierra Leone after living there for six eventful months and being gone from the USA for a total of eight months.

Donald Trump made negative controversial statements about the whole of Africa that sent media outlets and social media platforms buzzing. Gayima reflects on these statements while on The Continent of Africa. Is Donald right? Is Donald wrong?

A rant. Get ready. This episode sheds light on why many African Diasporans avoid returning to the country they were born in during election seasons.

While in Tanzania, Gayima reflects on her experiences as an African American woman visiting a country foreign to her… Tanzania.

Friend of the podcast, Childrens’ Advocate and Gospel Artist CHOSAN and Gayima are caught up in a heavy discussion about how Tribalism continues to affect the dynamics of their homeland, Sierra Leone.

Online Personality Nick Woods shares how his experiences as a white guy from Utah, USA completing his mission as an 18-year-old member of the Church of Latter-Day Saints in Sierra Leone changed his life, making Sierra Leone a focus for his future business endeavors and more. Our connection began online, but we happened to be in Freetown, Sierra Leone at the same time… so we linked.

Celebrity Make-up Artist and Travel Influencer Kenecia Lashae share her experiences as a young African American woman traveler that is curious about the world and excited about connecting to the Continent of Africa and the spiritual growth that awaits her.

Childrens’ Advocate and Gospel Artist CHOSAN share his experience of returning to his homeland, Sierra Leone, for the first time in decades and the cultural challenges faced during that experience. Was there Wahala (drama)? Yes…