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March 31, 2021

EP 72: Interracial, Interfaith, Blindian in Toronto ft Janice & Malik

EP 72: Interracial, Interfaith, Blindian in Toronto  ft Janice & Malik

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-qne7m-fddf25 After our first #blindian couple on last week's episode. What better than having a second couple that's #blindian and our first couple from Canada. Janice and Malik are filmmakers, students, content creators amongst many great talents that they bring to the table. They also share ties to Pakistan…

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March 24, 2021

EP 71: Little Glass of Water On a Large Table ft The Carrolls

EP 71: Little Glass of Water On a Large Table ft The Carrolls

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-qstg9-fe6c63 Ruksana and Wayne Carroll are the first Blindian couple to bless this podcast with their awesomeness. I love the authenticity and energy that this couple brings with them. I became an admirer after seeing husband and wife on the #blindianproject (video available on Ruksana and Wayne's YouTube channel).…

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March 10, 2021

EP 69 : Best of Most Recent Women Special

EP 69 : Best of Most Recent Women Special

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-9bnwj-fd3898 We are back from a short break. In honor of International Women's Day along with this being women's history month in the United States. I decided to give you from the most recent guests, a special episode of the women who have been on the podcast. These are…

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Feb. 17, 2021

EP 67 : "I had to die and be reborn" ft Mariano Charles

EP 67 : "I had to die and be reborn" ft Mariano Charles

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-5fjz3-fa405f I am grateful to Mariano Charles for choosing to share his story on my podcast. This is a story that covers the circle of life, pain, loss, death, rebirth, love, fatherhood and so much more. I hope that everyone finds something useful in this story. Support our work…

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Feb. 10, 2021

EP 66 : Getting Out of The Bubble with Ameer Shamsu of BlackMan Da Traveler

EP 66 : Getting Out of The Bubble with Ameer Shamsu of BlackMan Da Traveler

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-csqdv-fa4004 We are in London, on some local speak with the fascinating Ameer Shamsu better known as BlackMan Da Traveler on YouTube. Ameer is a London man, whom the world called out to, and he answered. Ameer breaks down how he broke out of the bubble, found his path,…

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Feb. 3, 2021

EP 65: ft Desiree Peterkin Bell

EP 65: ft Desiree Peterkin Bell

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-98yum-f8bf6c To kick off Black history I have Desiree Peterkin Bell, who is an international bestselling author, brand strategist, strategic planner, and savvy public administrator with a vocation for mentoring minority students. Desiree is also the President and CEO of the public affairs firm DPBell & Associates. Desiree has…

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Jan. 27, 2021

EP 64 : Soccer Therapy ft Kevin Orozco

EP 64 : Soccer Therapy ft Kevin Orozco

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-p39fv-f8ac09 Kevin Orozco is the founder of Soccer Therapy, an organization working to normalize the conversation when it comes to mental health and illness treatment through soccer. Soccer Therapy is focused on providing for those who can't afford access to treatment or therapy on their own through a combination…

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Jan. 20, 2021

EP 63: We Are Not One or The Other, We Are Dope ft Nes Reign

EP 63: We Are Not One or The Other, We Are Dope ft Nes Reign

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-qqsy9-f7f627 Nes Reign is the super talented creator and host of the Dope & Damaged Podcast, the first guest born in Morocco to appear on this podcast, and a woman of dopeness. Nes is a New Yorker in spirit (Brooklyn claims her) and she opens up the beautiful city…

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Jan. 13, 2021

EP 62: A Sign of Good Faith ft Jeff Schoonmaker

EP 62: A Sign of Good Faith ft Jeff Schoonmaker

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-k3st6-f766a4 Talk about a wild week since our last episode? I decided to get one of the brothers that I had the honor of serving along with in the United States Navy for a different take on the immigrants' journey. Jeff Schoonmaker is a husband, dad, navy veteran, Ajax…

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Jan. 6, 2021

EP 61: Benin City: The Band & City ft Joshua Idehen

EP 61: Benin City: The Band & City ft Joshua Idehen

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-4dm4g-f534be Welcome to 2021 and we kick off with someone whom I have had my eyes on for some time only to discover that we share a lot in common. I and the extremely talented, Joshua Idehen both grew up in Benin City at the same time and even…

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Dec. 30, 2020

EP 60: Positivity and Safety with the Bantu Boyz ft Bileko Wissa & Julien Tshikuna

EP 60: Positivity and Safety with the Bantu Boyz ft Bileko Wissa & Julien Tshikuna

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-jgxi3-f552bf This year I have been fortunate to have a few comedians amongst the guests on the podcast. It felt right to wrap up the year 2020 with not one but two of my favorite friends of the podcast in the studio (remotely) to take us through Congo, Belgium,…

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Dec. 23, 2020

EP 59 : The Universe Has Endowed Us, Women Empowerment & Community, ft Mensimah Shabazz Ph.D.

EP 59 : The Universe Has Endowed Us, Women Empowerment & Community, ft Mensimah Shabazz Ph.D.

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-tii9k-f48d1e It was great to have Dr. Mensimah Shabazz as our guest. I was fortunate to read her autobiography Sankofa: Learning from Hindsight, before recording this episode. Dr. Shabazz is a transformational coach who guides women (and men) on empowerment and leadership. There's so much that I've learned from…

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Dec. 2, 2020

EP 58: Mamadou et Bineta, N'Djamena, Handling a Career in Media & Nursing, ft Nathalie Beasnael

EP 58: Mamadou et Bineta, N'Djamena, Handling a Career in Media & Nursing, ft Nathalie Beasnael

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-mf9we-f3c865 Nathalie is taking Black Girl Magic to a new level. Nathalie's impact on both the medical and media spaces has impacted lives across many countries, cities, and continents. She tells you that she is small in size, however, she is tall in strides. The energy that she brings…

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Nov. 25, 2020

EP 57: Titanic Tales, Hotel Mgt in Dublin & NYC, Irish vs Nigerian Guinness ft Mark Butler

EP 57: Titanic Tales, Hotel Mgt in Dublin & NYC, Irish vs Nigerian Guinness ft Mark Butler

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-imwyf-f26c1e I have been fortunate to come in contact with many good people, some I can call a friend. Mark Butler is one of such people. Mark is also from a family that has plenty of amazing stories when it comes to life, migration, and most important of all…

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Nov. 18, 2020

EP 56: Italian Heritage & Last Wishes ft Brian Parise

EP 56: Italian Heritage & Last Wishes ft Brian Parise

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-qgr4t-f26bc8 Brian Parise is an award-winning writer, standup comedian, pasta lover, and super-duper uncle who is an absolute joy to chat with about his Italian heritage, getting into comedy, unraveling a dark moment from my past, and his new album 'Last Wishes.' Shout out to 3GO for giving me…

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Nov. 14, 2020

EP 50: Don't Be A Lady Be a Legend, German Valley WVA, 1st Date with Host of WLA ft Verena Thoene

EP 50: Don't Be A Lady Be a Legend, German Valley WVA, 1st Date with Host of WLA ft Verena Thoene

Got the Mrs in the studio to come spill plenty of tea. Our daughter also made a cameo. Verena talks us through growing up in Germany, schooling in the Netherlands, and the first time in the United States before migrating over. Another fun episode. #spouse #podcast #immigrantstories #muenster #interracial #HR…

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Sept. 16, 2020

EP 49: Good Vibes Only, Colored Pete, 2007 Wimbledon Final, Bahrain, ft Serwin Koller Rampersad

EP 49: Good Vibes Only, Colored Pete, 2007 Wimbledon Final, Bahrain, ft Serwin Koller Rampersad

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-by336-eb942a Bahrain was a huge changing point in my life and introduced me to many wonderful people from all over the world. Serwin Koller Rampersad was one of such people. Serwin and I met during the Euro 2012 as rivals of opposing teams, after all our thrash talk a…

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Sept. 2, 2020

EP 47: We Need To Look Out for Each Other, The Amazon for Beers, Different Mindset in Germany, 'Sold

EP 47: We Need To Look Out for Each Other, The Amazon for Beers, Different Mindset in Germany, 'Sold

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-awcn2-e9c006 I am so excited to have one of my favorite YouTubers as the guest of episode 47. Kris from Soldier of Life is an Army Veteran, Blogger, Fitness Enthusiast, Videographer, World Traveler, and Self Development Junkie who is always evolving as a content creator. Soldier of Life is…

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Aug. 26, 2020

Ep 46: 1st German School in Brooklyn & Manhattan, Give Every Child Something No One Can Take From Th

Ep 46: 1st German School in Brooklyn & Manhattan, Give Every Child Something No One Can Take From Th

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-cut4d-e89963 From the moment I got introduced to Kathrin, I knew that she was someone that I wanted to have on the podcast. Pandemic happened, and there was a delay. Delayed but not denied an opportunity to hear from a trained lawyer, photographer agent, diplomat, wife, mother, community starter,…

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Aug. 19, 2020

EP 45: Winterpeg, Wear a Helmet, LSE, Creativity in The Family, Ijaws & Names ft Oyinkro Kagbala

EP 45: Winterpeg, Wear a Helmet, LSE, Creativity in The Family, Ijaws & Names ft Oyinkro Kagbala

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-d2u3f-e7ad42 Oyinkro Kagbala is an exciting man whose story took off in Winnipeg Canada, aka Winterpeg, followed by St. Vincent and the Grenadines (yes, I did look that up and Vincentian Creole also is spoken in the country), before settling in the UK. A man in touch with his…

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Aug. 12, 2020

EP 44: Best Restaurant in Italia, The Florida A & M, Immigration, Naples, Italian Lock-down Restric

EP 44:  Best Restaurant in Italia, The Florida A & M, Immigration, Naples, Italian Lock-down Restric

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-f22va-e67b86 We haven't had a couple on the pod for some time. So it was a pleasure to have Abou and Theresha Diallo join us to share the journey that began across the Atlantic on opposite ends with fate bringing both of them together in Naples. We journey into…

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Aug. 5, 2020

EP 43: Brooklyn in Andalusia and Pamplona, Sign Language Differ Per Countries, Get Out There & Trave

EP 43: Brooklyn in Andalusia and Pamplona, Sign Language Differ Per Countries, Get Out There & Trave

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-e7z64-e5849e Christopher Archevald is one of NYC's best ambassadors to Spain going five years. A man whose heart is always open to learning and embracing other cultures as he continues his journey in life. Chris walks us from Bensonhurst Brooklyn to Puerto Rico, and back to NYC. San Sebastian…

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July 29, 2020

EP 42: Goma, Assistant Professor, Virunga Volcano, HBCU Experience, ft Josuel Musambaghani

EP 42: Goma, Assistant Professor, Virunga Volcano, HBCU Experience, ft Josuel Musambaghani

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-jrk76-e49d20 Episode 42 brings us to Josuel Musambaghani, one of DR Congo's most exceptional gifts to the United States. Discover why Josuel has a passion for education, healthcare, and social justice. But where did today's software engineer begin? Was he your typical geek like it's claimed on TV? Well,…

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July 15, 2020

EP 40: Live Aid Concert, Let's Learn From Other Countries, We Can Make Healthcare More Equitable, ft

EP 40: Live Aid Concert, Let's Learn From Other Countries, We Can Make Healthcare More Equitable, ft

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-da3qv-e31ca5 It's a pleasure to have the award-winning surgeon, teacher, futurist, innovator, entrepreneur, and evangelist about augmented and virtual reality Professor Shafi Ahmed bless us with knowledge about his life plus medicine, and technology. Shafi takes us from his childhood into his motivations for going into medicine, disrupting, embrace…

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