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Dec. 20, 2023

Ep 168: Cheers to 2023 ’A Gratitude-Filled Wrap-Up’ ft Raphael Harry

Raphael Harry wraps up the year with a personal reflection on gratitude. He expresses deep appreciation for the diverse array of guests who have shared their stories on the podcast. Reflecting on listener feedback, he notes …
Guest: Raphael Harry
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, rel…
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 memori…
Nov. 22, 2023

Ep 165 : Thankful Hearts and TKOs ft Corey Gumbs and Mimi Jacks

On this special Thanksgiving episode of our podcast, we have the privilege of being joined by two incredible guests from Brooklyn and Queens. We are truly grateful for our amazing listeners who make this all possible. At thi…
Nov. 15, 2023

Ep 164 -No-Degree Paths to Success: A Conversation with Jonaed Iqbal

I am thrilled to present the second part of my conversation with Jonaed Iqbal, the founder of NoDegree.com and NoDegree Podcast. Join us as we delve deeper into Jonaed's incredible journey from being the "good immigrant kid"…
Guest: Jonaed iqbal
Nov. 8, 2023

Ep 163 - Immigrant Odyssey: Thriving in Unexpected Career Avenues ft Jonaed Iqbal

In this episode, titled "Immigrant Odyssey: Thriving in Unexpected Career Avenues", Raphael, engages in a dynamic conversation with guest Jonaed Iqbal, founder of Nodegree.com and the Nodegree podcast. Join us as we unpack t…
Guest: Jonaed iqbal
Nov. 1, 2023

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. Weyu Hodge recently attended the 5th Afros & Audio Podcast Festival…
Oct. 18, 2023

Ep 161: Rethinking Interpretations: Examining the Bible, LGBTQ+ Rights, and African Spirituality ft Rev Jide Macaulay

Reverend Jide Macaulay is a remarkable individual who has experienced a transformative journey of self-discovery and faith. Growing up in a conservative Christian family, Reverend Macaulay had to confront his own truth as a …
Guest: Jide Macaulay
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…
July 26, 2023

Ep 158: Learning from Stunt Work and Martial Arts to Excel in Creative Pursuits ft Kenny Wong

Our special guest today, is the talented Kenny Wong. Get ready to dive deep into Kenny's fascinating journey as a stunt person, comic artist, and all-around creative force. In this episode, Kenny shares powerful insights on …
Guest: Kenny Wong
July 12, 2023

157: Progress & Disappointment: Social Media’s Influence on Nigerian Politics ft Amaka Abara & Jennifer-Ann Stodel

Our guests from episode 87 return for part II, this time joining us in the studio (the first episode was recorded virtually). In this episode, we delve into their experiences in New York, their interactions with Africans, an…
July 5, 2023

Ep 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 …
June 28, 2023

Ep 155: ”The Duality of Childhood: Spirituality and Inclusive Beliefs in a Restrictive Society” ft Uche Chukwu

In this episode of White Label American wrapping up Pride Month, Raphael Harry engages in a conversation with Uche Chukwu - a Life Coach, Public Speaker, Igbo Philosopher, and the host of 'Let's Talk About Us with Uche'. The…
Guest: Uche Chukwu
June 21, 2023

Ep 154: Importance of Individuality: Learning to Trust Your Child’s Decisions (Fathers Day 2023) ft Ashwin Goutham Gopi, Corey Gumbs, & Nabeel Ebeid

On this episode of White Label American, host Raphael Harry talks with guests Corey Gumbs, Ashwin Goutham Gopi, and Nabeel Ebeid about their experiences as fathers and the cultural influences that have impacted their parenti…
June 14, 2023

Ep 153: ”Prioritizing People Over Content” Hosted by Julienne B. Ryan

In this edition of White Label American, the reins of hosting are handed over to Julienne B. Ryan, the first guest host of the podcast. As a humorous speaker and inspirational storyteller, listeners can check out her book, T…
May 31, 2023

Ep 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

Mothers Day 2023: Lessons From Immigrant Mothers ft Bertha Jimenez Ph.D, Murielle Miszcak, and 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. Berth…
May 10, 2023

Ep 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 perso…
Guest: Beatriz Nour
May 3, 2023

Ep 149: Without The People Who Listen To The Podcast, We Don’t Have An Industry ft Kerry-Ann Reid

On this episode of White Label American, I chat with entrepreneur and mentor, Kerry-Ann Reid, who runs the podcast production company, Breadfruit Media. We discuss how the podcast industry needs to prioritize the audience's …
April 12, 2023

Ep 148: ”This Country Is Very Insular, A Lot Of People Don’t Know Anything About The Rest Of The World” ft Azam Ayub

Join us for an insightful episode of White Label American, originally released on Nov 1st, 2019, as Azam Ayub shares his personal experiences and opinions on living in New York. Azam discusses the challenges of high rent and…
Guest: Azam Ayub
April 5, 2023

Ep 147: ”I Began Removing Walls During Basic Training” ft Raphael Harry

In honor of reaching 100 subscribers on YouTube, I'm releasing a special episode to reintroduce new listeners to myself! On December 17th, 2019, I was interviewed on White Label American and the episode was published on the …
March 15, 2023

Ep 146: Let The Kids Guide What They Want To Learn ft Julia, Nadine, Murielle

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…
March 8, 2023

Being An Editor Is Like Being A Mushroom ft Preet Pannu

We are delighted to welcome Preet Pannu to our list of special guests with ties to Punjabi! Born in Nairobi, Preet has a beautiful name and an amazing story of her origins in Kenya, including being part of an interfaith fami…
Guest: Preet Pannu