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Desire-Dilemma
by Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi
Amplifying Immigrant Voices In America
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Season 2 Episode 12 - The Desire-Dilemma of Attorney Chime Asonye
Nigeria was once high on the happiest countries list. Today, it struggles with political, economic, security and wellness issues. Attorney Chime Asonye founded Nigeria Mental Health to help Nigerians cope. Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Attorney Chime Asonye Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com
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Season 2 Episode 11 - The Desire-Dilemma of Attorney Chime Asonye
Born in America to immigrant parents, Attorney Chime Asonye gives a few suggestions on raising children born to immigrant parents in America for healthy mindset and well adjusted social interactions. Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Attorney Chime Asonye Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com
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Season 2 Episode 10 - The Desire-Dilemma of Dr. Tiwa Ajibewa
He came to America at the age of 4. His interest in sports and a life-changing illness in the family became the premise for his life's commitment to preventive medicine in one of Chicago's esteemed universities. Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Dr. Tiwa Ajibewa Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com
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Season 2 Episode 9 - The Desire-Dilemma of Antonine Augustin
She came to America as a child carrying the responsibilities of an adult on her shoulders. She overcame her challenges by refusing to fail. For her, failure in America was not an option. Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Antonine Augustin Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com
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Season 2 Episode 8 - The Desire-Dilemma of Solomon Asine
Solomon Asine founded Home of Influence in the United States to groom people to success. His processes also uplift immigrants who seek to overcome the fundamental challenges of assimilation in their host country. Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Solomon Asine Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com
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Season 2 Episode 7 - The Desire-Dilemma of Attorney Patrick Chukelu
The allure of Bob Marley and the study of law brought Attorney Patrick Chukelu to America. He remained in America to work for justice. Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Attorney Patrick Chukelu Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com
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Season 2 Episode 6 - The Desire-Dilemma of Mirabel Wiryen
She did not come to America to depend on the systemic handouts that grind people into a rut. Mirabel Wiryen came with domestic skills that sustained her as she navigates her way to success. Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Mirabel Wiryen Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com
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Season 2 Episode 5 - The Desire-Dilemma of Stella Koiki
Born in America to Nigerian parents and raised in Nigerian culture; to her, America is home. Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Stella Koiki Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.comAmerican Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com
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Season 2 Episode 4 - The Desire-Dilemma of Rebecca Deng
War yanked her out of the tranquility of Southern Sudan. Her survival has become an inspirational story to the world. Check out her Rebecca Deng's book on amazon at https://www.amazon.com/What-They-Meant-Evil-Suffering/dp/1546013202 or visit https://desire-dilemma.com/ Contact us 708-351-2687 desire-dilemma.com [email protected] Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Rebecca Deng Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola
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Season 2 Episode 3 - The Desire-Dilemma of Gabriela Botofan
At age 17, Gabriela Botofan visited New York. The culture shock was so overwhelming, she went back to Romania. She came back at age 23 to make America her home. Contact us 708-351-2687 desire-dilemma.com [email protected] Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Gabriela Botofan Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola
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Season 2 Episode 2 - The Desire-Dilemma of Joy Amede
Coming to America at a very young age, Joy Amede's family unity and support kept her well grounded! Contact us 708-351-2687 desire-dilemma.com [email protected] Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Joy Amede Podcast Advisor - Dr. Yemi Fatoki Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola
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Season 2 Episode 1 - The Desire-Dilemma of Dr. Yemi Fatoki
Obstacles that threatened Dr. Fatoki's dream of becoming a physician in the U.S. Contact us 708-351-2687 desire-dilemma.com [email protected] Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Yemi Fatoki (MD) Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola
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Episode 13 - The Desire-Dilemma Highlights (Part 2)
As we wrap up season 1, we bring you highlights from some of our guests about their coming to America, their struggles and the challenges they have overcome. Thank you for coming along with us through Season 1. We will be going on a hiatus before we return for Season 2 with more immigrant voices in America. Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Podcast Advisor - Larry Lawal, Dr. Rise Jones Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Contact us at [email protected] to ask questions, support us, make suggestions or join us
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Episode 12 - The Desire-Dilemma Highlights (Part 1)
As we wrap up season 1, we bring you highlights from some of our guests about their coming to America, their struggles and the challenges they have overcome. Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Podcast Advisor - Larry Lawal, Dr. Rise Jones Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Contact us at [email protected] to ask questions, support us, make suggestions or join us
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Episode 11 - The Desire-Dilemma of Wawo Ogundele
With a childhood of strict work ethic in a family business, a nuclear and electrical engineer sees the potentials for Africa's rise. Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Wawo Ogundele Podcast Advisor - Dr. Rise Jones Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Contact us at [email protected] to ask questions, support us, make suggestions or join us
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Episode 10 - The Desire-Dilemma of Femi Olukoya
He came for a casual visit and was drawn to America's selflessness. After hits and misses that humbled him, hard work propelled him to leadership. Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Femi Olukoya Podcast Advisor - Larry Lawal Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Contact us at [email protected] to ask questions, support us, make suggestions or join us
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Episode 9 - The Desire-Dilemma of Vladimir Kharintosky
He escaped the Russian army to find freedom and healing through strangers in America. Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Vladimir Kharintosky Podcast Advisor - Dr. Rise Jones Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Contact us at [email protected] to ask questions, support us, make suggestions or join us
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Episode 8 - The Desire-Dilemma of Karon Dedolchow
Immigrating from the Islands of the Bahamas to become a full-fledged American was a journey of faith and courage. Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Karon Dedolchow Podcast Advisor - Dr. Rise Jones Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Contact us at [email protected] to ask questions, support us, make suggestions or join us
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Episode 7 - The Desire-Dilemma of Violet Spence
95 year old Mama Spence immigrated to the U.S. about sixty years ago. She shares nuggets on life, family, relationships and finance. Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Violet Spence Podcast Advisor - Dr. Rise Jones Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Contact us at [email protected] to ask questions, support us, make suggestions or join us
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Episode 6 - The Desire Dilemma of Alex Piechoki
She came from southern Poland to meet her parents and siblings, to live a better life filled with opportunity, and to pursue the American dream. Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Alex Piechoki Podcast Advisor - Dr. Rise Jones Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Contact us at [email protected] to ask questions, support us, make suggestions or join us
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Episode 5 - The Desire-Dilemma of Idiat Babajide
She came with the goal of getting her master's degree in journalism, but ended up retiring as teacher of the year after 30 years at her school. Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Idiat Babajide Podcast Advisor - Larry Lawal Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Contact us at [email protected] to ask questions, support us, make suggestions or join us
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Episode 4 - The Desire-Dilemma of Elide Piechoki
Born in America to immigrant parents from different countries, she navigates America while living different existences. Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Elide Piechoki Podcast Advisor - Larry Lawal Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Contact us at [email protected] to ask questions, support us, make suggestions or join us
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Episode 3 - The Desire-Dilemma of John Ogundele
He came to America as an adolescent with the norms of his old country. As an adult and a father, he treasures the blending of both cultures. Resources for Immigrants American Immigration Council – 202-507-7500 boundless.com – for a list of mobile apps for immigrant support Resources for Psychological Wellness Mental Health America - mhanational.com American Psychological Association – apa.org verywellmind.com Credits Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - John Ogundele Podcast Advisor - Dr. Rise Jones Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola Contact us at [email protected] to ask questions, support us, make suggestions or join us
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Episode 2 - The Desire-Dilemma of Jeannie Gibson
She left the paradise of the Bahamas for the largesse and possibilities of the United States. Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Jeannie Gibson Podcast Advisor - Dr. Rise Jones Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Contributors - Jeannie Gibson, Robin Mitchell Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola
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Episode 1 - The Desire-Dilemma of Ifelanwa Osundolire
In this episode of Desire-Dilemma, we discuss the reason for our guest's decision to move to the United States of America, and some of his challenges, especially as a father to young children. Host - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi Guest - Ifelanwa Osundolire Podcast Counsellor - Larry Lawal Producers - Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Funmi Onayemi, Ifelanwa Osundolire Editor - Ademola Tokunbo-Ishola
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Amplifying Immigrant Voices In America
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