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Global History Episodes

Dec. 18, 2024

Ep 193 : Transformative Journeys, Cultural Connections, and Global Citizenship ft Baudelaire Ceus

Baudelaire Ceus is a professional podcaster and the child of Haitian immigrants. For the past three years, he’s been sharing stories through the Atlas Obscura Podcast, which dives into fascinating but lesser-known places around the globe. Baudelaire has a special passion for highlighting locations …
Dec. 4, 2024

Ep 192 : From Writing to Bartending: A Unique Blend of Passions ft Thomas Mathe

Tom Máthé is an introspective storyteller with roots in New Hampshire, Hungary and Transylvania, Tom is not just a writer; he's also a filmmaker, bartender, and educator. He shares a wealth of diverse experiences and insights, diving into his distinctive writing process and the challenges he faces.
Guest: Tom Máthé
Nov. 27, 2024

Ep 191 : 2024 Election, Trump, and Thanksgiving ft Ashwin, Victor, & Stephanie

In this insightful episode of the White Label American Podcast, we delve into the layers of the 2024 election, exploring its profound impact on Black & minority communities. Our discussion covers various issues, including political dynamics, global conflicts, and the representation of power and gen…
Nov. 20, 2024

Ep 190: Dance, DJ Nights, Reggae Parties and a Poetic Odeyssey ft Cav Manning

Cav Manning shares his personal journey, highlighting the impact of cultural backgrounds on his life. This episode also explores the vibrant dance, music, and poetry that have come to define Cav Manning aka Comrade Cav. Tune in and come on this inspiring journey that will also take you to Tokyo. Th…
Guest: Cav Manning
Nov. 13, 2024

Ep 189 : Life Lessons and Laughs, White Label American's 6th Anniversary Celebration with Ashwin

First off, I want to apologize for the delay in releasing episodes. In this special Q & A episode, our regular favorite Ashwin joins White Label American host Raphael Harry as they dive into questions pulled from a deck of Poddecks (I forgot to say that during the recording).
Oct. 23, 2024

Ep 188 : From Pirate Ships to Playgrounds ft Klara Harry

In this heartwarming 6th anniversary episode, we celebrate six incredible years of our podcast with an extraordinary guest my six-year-old daughter! Join us as she shares delightful stories about her recent birthday, her favorite movies, and the sports she loves watching at the Olympics, like gymna…
Oct. 9, 2024

Ep 187: Montego Bay to New York A Story of Adaptation & Success ft Kerry Ann Reid Brown

Today we're diving into a special re-released conversation with Kerry Ann Reid Brown. Kerry reflects on growing up in Montego Bay, Jamaica to her inspiring journey to New York City. The significant adjustments she had to make included adapting to the cold weather and navigating cultural differences…
Oct. 2, 2024

Ep 186: Revisiting Boats, Belonging, and Battling Climate Change ft Maurice Tamman

This episode was originally recorded in April 2021. Welcome to another episode of "White Label American." Nigeria just marked its 64th anniversary (Oct 1st, 1960), so we've pulled a gem from the archives for you. Host Raphael Harry chats with Maurice Tam
Sept. 4, 2024

Ep 183: He Qualified / She Qualified ft Dominic Lawson & Zenith Malawo

You thought the Olympics were over? Think again! We're back with the Paralympics, celebrating the world's biggest sporting event. Join our award-winning podcaster Dominic and super sports fan Zenith, as they shower love on these incredible athletes. Enjoy the episode!
Aug. 14, 2024

Ep 181: Keeping the Flame Alive: Olympics Reflections Pt 1 with Dominic, Mimi, and Weyu

Ready for a gold-medal conversation? Today, we’re diving into the world of the Olympics with an all-star panel featuring Mimi Jacks, Dominic Lawson, and Weyu Hodge. From surprise victories to standout performances at Paris 2024, we’ve got the inside scoop on all the unforgettable moments.
July 10, 2024

Ep 178: Euro 2024, Indian Elections, & Cross-Cultural Experiences ft Ashwin Goutham Gopi

Today we've got an exciting and thought-provoking conversation lined up with crowd favorite Ashwin Goutham Gopi. In this episode, we wander through my diverse experiences—from my recent trip to Europe, including a humorous mi...
July 3, 2024

Ep 177: You Have to Have a Mind That Sees The Whole Picture, Not Just One ft Vlad Margarit

Join us as we explore Vlad’s captivating story, tracing his revolutionary beginnings in Romania, introspective days in Bermuda, and vibrant life in New York City. Born in Bucharest, Vlad’s childhood was painted with outdoor e...
Guest: Vlad Margarit
June 26, 2024

Ep 176: Embracing Multicultural Education and Culinary Discoveries ft Paula Sima

This was an incredible conversation with the amazing Paula Sima. We dove deep into her fascinating journey from Tanzania to the UK and Malaysia, exploring food, culture, and the beauty of embracing new environments. Paula sha...
June 5, 2024

Ep 173 : It's African Time ft Kwesi Foli

The month of June commences with a distinguished guest, Kwesi Foli, the host and founder of the African Time Podcast. Kwesi expounds on the embracing of dual identities, discovering cultural affinities, navigating his creativ...
Guest: Kwesi Foli
May 29, 2024

Ep 172 : From Igbo Culture to AI: An Artistic Perspective ft Grace Nkem

I'm sorry for not releasing an episode last week. Remember Ep 169? It was related to that. I'm excited to release my first solo episode with Grace Nkem (who appeared in Ep 166 & 167). Grace discusses important topics such as ...
Guest: Grace
May 8, 2024

Ep 170 : Navigating Life’s Rhythms with My Mother ft Ms. Emelia Harry Akponwei

With Mother's Day being celebrated earlier in many parts of the world before the United States, I couldn't resist sharing one of my dream episodes - a recording with my incredible mother, Emelia Harry Akponwei. In this heartw...
Dec. 13, 2023

Ep 167 : Exploring Mythology, Religion, and Fine Art ft Amir Bey, Grace Nkem, & Obinna Elechi

Welcome back to another thought-provoking episode with Obinna Elechi, Grace Nkem, and Amir Bey as they engage in a captivating discussion on spirituality, art, and the impact of digital culture. Dive deep into mythology, reli...
Nov. 29, 2023

Ep 166: A Triangulation ft Amir Bey, Grace Nkem, and Obinna Elechi

On our latest episode, we have a lineup of three incredible creatives: Amir Bey, Grace Nkem, and Obinna Elechi. They will captivate you with their inspiring stories, starting from their birth cities to their childhood memorie...
Nov. 1, 2023

Ep 162: Celebrating Global Blackness: An Afros & Audio Festival Testimony ft Corey Gumbs & Weyu Hodge

We kicking off November with a recap of our time in Baltimore at the 5th Afros and Audio Podcasting Festival. There's a question for you at the bottom. Corey and Weyu (and me too) had the opportunity to attend the 5th Afros &...
Oct. 11, 2023

Ep 160: Embracing Growth and Escaping the Confinement of Familiarity ft Ashwin Gopi & Kala Gopi

What a delightful episode it was when we had the pleasure of having Kala, the mother of our unofficial cohost and beloved podcast favorite Ashwin, join us for our first mother and son episode. In this episode, we embarked on ...
Oct. 4, 2023

Ep 159: A Nigerian Independence Episode ft Nnenna, Onuorah, & Uche

Welcome back to another exciting episode of White Label American! In today's special episode, we have the privilege of hosting three incredible guests from the Nigerian diaspora community in Texas. They will be sharing their ...
May 31, 2023

152: Finding Love and Purpose in Unexpected Places ft Chris Teo & Genevieve Toh

On this episode of White Label American, host Raphael Harry talks with Genevieve and Chris Teo, two talented individuals who share their stories of growing up in Singapore and finding their passions in life. The conversation ...
May 17, 2023

151: ”I Think Our Mother Figure Is So Important. I Think It Doesn’t Matter What Age You Are, You Still Need Them.” Mothers Day 2023 ft Bertha Jimenez Ph.D, Murielle Miszcak, & Preet Pannu

Today is my birthday, so we are having a double celebration. Grab your favorite beverage as we delve into the inspiring stories of three immigrant mothers in Brooklyn on our latest White Label American podcast episode. Bertha...
May 10, 2023

150: ”InBetweenIsh: Life as a Cross-Cultural Child” ft Beatriz Nour

In this exciting episode of White Label American, I have the pleasure of interviewing Beatriz Nour, a passionate podcast enthusiast who launched her own podcast, the Inbetweenish Pod. Join us as we delve into Beatriz's person...
Guest: Beatriz Nour