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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 within the African Diaspora, from Los Angeles to Haiti to Benin and everywhere in between.
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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 gender in leadership. We also share lighthearted Thanksgiving moments, adding a touch of warmth to the conversation. Join us as we call for change and reflect on the significance of representation and leadership in shaping our future. Check out upcoming events from Ashwin on Dec 3rd, and look out for Stephanie's YouTube channel.
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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!
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July 5, 2023

156: ”For Me, Data Is So Important Because That’s Where You Really Understand If The Theory Makes Sense.” ft Bertha Jimenez Ph.D.

On this episode of White Label American, host Raphael Harry welcomes special guest Bertha Jimenez, Ph.D., a social entrepreneur, mentor, and professor for her second appearance. Bertha's first appearance was on the Mother's Day episode. Here she shares her journey of pursuing her childhood dream of studying abroad and working in ecology in Ecuador. She discusses her experience in environmental consulting and how she discovered a passion for project management. Bertha also talks about her decisio...
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Aug. 3, 2022

Ep 132: I Was Born In A Country That No Longer Exists ft Alvaro A. Ayo

Alvaro A. Ayo was born in what used to be known as East Germany, a country that's no longer in existence due to the unification of East and West Germany. It is always an experience meeting and hearing from someone with ties to a country that officially isn't in existence anymore. I hope to get more guests from other countries and even East Germany to share their stories as there is plenty for us to learn about. Alvaro's story only began in East Germany, for the most part, Bolivia shaped him and...
Guest: Alvaro A. Ayo
128
June 22, 2022

EP 126: Love Others As You Love Yourself ft Reggee & Carlos

Shout out to the first same-sex couple to appear on WLA, isn't it awesome that this episode drops as we celebrate Juneteenth, Father's Day, and Immigrant Heritage Month with Pride month. Reggee and Carlos are two extraordinary people, I can't wait to hang out with and eat good food when I touch down in Florida. Reggee is also the host of Reggee's Expression's available on all podcast platforms. Reggee is also a fellow member of the Black Podcasters Association. Time Stamp Intro 0:00 - 04:57, Ma...
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May 18, 2022

EP 123: People Should Be Coming To Us ft Ninoska Carolina

Mott Haven Film Festival Founder and Executive Director Ninoska Carolina joins us in this memorable episode to talk about the story behind her names, films, growing up in NYC and establishing a film festival. Connect with Ninoska on Instagram or via the Motta Haven website www.mhff.nyc Do The Right Thing 0:00 - 1:39, Recommendation 01:40 - 02:54, Intro 02:55 - 03:46, Story Behind Names 07:41 - 10:00, Carolina 12:50 - 14:26, Place of Birth 17:45 - 22:39 Outside Food 25:40 - 28:23, Favorite Child...
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March 30, 2022

Ep 118 : Women’s History Month 2022

As we wrap up women's history month for the year 2022. This episode is a celebration of the diversity and identities of the wonderful women from Episodes 70 to 103. These are only snippets from our conversations, check out the time stamps below for the episode number and get the full talk from each episode. Please share with your friends. Time Stamps: Intro 0:00 - 1:32, Sarah Haruna Moda Ep 70 1:45 - 3:58, Ruksanna Carroll Ep 71 4:17 - 6:55, Josephine Karianjahi Ep 76 7:25 - 12:23, Tawanda Asam...
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Feb. 23, 2022

EP 113: I Want To Bridge The Gap With The Diaspora ft Corey Gumbs

We wrap up Black History Month with the founder of the Black Podcasters Association Corey Gumbs. Corey walks us through amazing family history, high school, and so much more leading to the birth of The Black Podcasters Association. Intro - 4:00 History of Names 4:05 - 7:51 More Names 10:00 - 15:18 Jamaica Queens 15:34 - 21:10 Favorite childhood memory 21:15 - 27:33 80s Movies & Music Videos 27:39 - 37:28 Highschool 40:41 - 52:38 Children 1:01:00 - 1:06:58 Podcasting Origins / Black Podcasters A...
Guest: Corey Gumbs
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Oct. 20, 2021

EP 99: Black History Is Global History ft Fayida Jailler

Fayida Jailler is without a doubt one of my favorite people of 2021. Fayida is a YouTuber, educator, activist, linguist, and travel curator. Fayida's channel "Freedom is Mine" is fun and informative content about the African Diaspora worldwide. I would love to go on one of Fayida's tours and visit the communities in South or Central America that she talks about. The number of gems dropped in this episode has to be a record. I am so honored to have Fayida as the 99th guest. Check out her YouTube ...
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July 7, 2021

EP 84: You Can Live & Breathe Art ft Laudelina Martinez

Laudelina Martinez opened my eyes to the world of art in ways that haven't been done before, from her name to defining art, Nuyoricans, and life. Art is beyond everything that I had assumed it be, it is our life. Laudelina broke art down on a beautiful level, along with so much more in this fun episode and I can't wait to visit her gallery. I highly recommend checking it out and have posted the website below. I wish that I had Laudelina as my teacher earlier in life. Check out Martinez Gallery ...
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Oct. 21, 2020

EP 52: Latinnovating Pt2: Surround Yourself with People Who Want You to Succeed ft Graciela Tiscareno-Sato

The conclusion to our conversation with the amazing Graciela. We navigate her transitioning from the Air Force, creative process, and family. I am now applying some of the gems that I got in this episode. The creativity from Graciela isn't limited to her...
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Oct. 14, 2020

EP 51 Latinnovating Pt 1: Showing The Magic That You Do ft Graciela Tiscareno-Sato

Part 1 with a history maker in the Air Force, CEO, award-winning author, bilingual keynote speaker, publisher, wife, and mother amongst many titles. Creator of "Latinovating" which is amongst my most favorite words. Graciela Tiscareno-Sato is one of thos...