Name Episodes

This week on White Label American, join us for an inspiring chat with Nnenna—a lawyer, entrepreneur, and founder of Òrentéh, revolutionizing period care for Nigerian and African women. Her journey spans Lagos, Ibadan, Port-Harcourt, Abriba, and Texas, highlighting the resilience and richness of the African diaspora. Discover why she chose law over nursing, defied conventions to find her own path, and balanced motherhood with her career. Plus, you'll hear about our long-lasting friendship and the vibrant Abriba community. Tune in for a conversation about embracing yourself and your dreams. Share this episode with two friends who will love Nnenna's story!

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.

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. There's a bonus conversation behind the paywall.

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 gymnastics and basketball. We also dive into her favorite activities with her dad, making this episode a perfect blend of nostalgia, joy, and family fun. Tune in for a memorable celebration of our journey and the wonderful moments that make it all worthwhile.

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!

We’re joined by the dynamic Tasia, who takes us on an inspiring journey from the world of music videos to the high-stakes arena of live TV events. Tasia shares her experiences working behind the scenes at monumental events like the Democratic National Convention and the Tony Awards, offering valuable insights into the meticulous planning and teamwork that makes live TV magic happen. We dive deep into Tasia's personal story, discussing her childhood aspirations, her freestyle career path, and ...

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 escapades and lofty dreams of becoming a Formula 1 driver. But his journey was far from typical. From hustling at his cousin's restaurant at age 14 to weathering the storm of the financial crisis while managing real estate, Vlad’s path took a dramatic turn. Eventually, he di...

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 shared her passion for hospitality, her vibrant family traditions, and the inspiring story behind her podcast, Talk Shit with P. We also had some fun moments reminiscing about eclipse viewings and unforgettable childhood memories. Don't miss out on this episode; it's full of in...

I'm super excited to present an incredible conversation with the amazing Dominic Lawson, a multi award-winning podcaster, on the latest episode of "White Label American". Dominic takes us on a captivating journey from his humble beginnings in the Mar Terrace Projects of Memphis, Tennessee, to his well-deserved success as the host of "Black is America" and other highly acclaimed shows. In this episode, Dominic dives into the fascinating story behind his name, with its Italian origins, and shares...

Obinna Elechi, a man of many talents. Hailing from Nigeria, he's an architect, comic book artist, and painter all rolled into one. In his solo episode, he delves into the complexities of parenthood, the societal pressures to adhere to traditional life milestones, and the unique challenges of fatherhood. Obinna candidly shares his experiences of living in the Netherlands, his deep-rooted passion for football, and his personal struggle with identity as a Nigerian living abroad. Furthermore, he of...

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 creative evolution, and the tribulations associated with being a fervent supporter of the Black Stars national team. This recording was a thoroughly enjoyable experience, and we trust that you found it to be the same. We always value your feedback. Please use the links provided be...

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 heartwarming episode, she opens up about her passion for dancing, her health challenges, love for Ijaw musicians, her favorite American food, and so much more. We dive into topics like humility, forgiveness, respect, trauma, history in Ghana, Nigerian-Ghanaian relations, blended f...

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 memories and early sources of inspiration. Brace yourself as we take down the artificial walls that confine creativity! Our journey begins in Port Harcourt Nigeria, Tver Russia, New York, and Ann Arbor Michigan, but it doesn't stop there. We explore the boundless world beyond these...

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 personal journey of navigating the challenging space of living between countries, cultures, ethnicities, and faiths. As a Brazilian-Egyptian with a French twist, Beatrice shares her struggles of finding a true sense of belonging and a place to call home. Throughout our conversatio...

Today, I'm delighted to have not one, not two, but THREE amazing European guests in the studio for this week's episode. Julia Arens and Nadine Von Ahsen from Germany, and Murielle Misczak from Switzerland all with Kinderhaus Brooklyn joined us to discuss their unique perspectives on cults and children's education. It was a wonderfully enlightening experience to hear how their different upbringings shaped their views. Nadine shared her experience of how her name was popular in Germany during the ...

Zou Diallo is a digital media creator based in Brooklyn NY. You wouldn't be able to tell that this gentleman did not speak a word of English when he arrived in America. Zou's story is a beautiful American story and shows how the struggle of many immigrants is real. Zou's arrival in NYC is one of the most legendary “Welcome To New York” stories that we have had on the podcast, mine. know that mine. However, before he came to the United States, Zou lived in one of the most beautiful and historic ...

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...

Self-taught illustrator Gwen Chaingam, who is obsessed with cats, takes us to Bangkok Thailand through her life over there and shows us how the power of being influenced by pop culture can lead to following one's passion. Check out Gwen's lovely art available on Etsy https://bygwench.carrd.co Intro : 0:00 - 04:16, Story Behind My Name / Meaning 05:06 - 07:11, City Birth & Childhood 07:30 - 09:02, Bangkok 11:30 - 12:29, Favorite Childhood Memory 12:39 - 14:53, Shows 17:27 - 18:26, Thailand 19:29...

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...

Latrice Sampson Richards is one of the most authentic and best voices in the podcast space. Latrice is also a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor. The greatness is just taking off, this is Latrice's origin story and it is authentic. Make sure you check out 'Stories All Around Us' available everywhere you can listen to a podcast. Give that 5-stars review. Time Stamps: Intro 0:00 - 1:40, Recommendation 1:42 - 2:55, Illustrious Guest 3:00 - 4:42, Names 4:50 - 10:15...

Rahman Oladigbolu came out of a seven-year illness battling sickle cell and began pursuing his dream of making movies. Rahman's battle with sickle cell will bring back memories to me and at the same time remind me of the need for more awareness about this disease. Rahman is now an award-winning director, whose next movie is The Private Experience, an adaptation of Ms. Chimmanda Adichie. Fun fact: this is the second guest with whom I was in the same city during my younger days. It wasn't planned,...

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...

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...

Cesar is one of Brooklyn's coolest dads, he is also a romantic. Cesar blesses us with more love stories than I was expecting. This man loves his daughter, wrestling, hockey, Valencia CF, and more. If you frequented the sports bar scene in the city pre-pandemic you may have come in contact with Cesar. Subscribe, support, donate, leave your feedback (written or audio), https://www.whitelabelamerican.com Music by Infrared Krypto #dopeblackpodcasts #blackpodcastersassociation #afrosandaudio #hudso...