watch our most recent episodes of 'griot of the diaspora' on youtube
season 3
watch our most recent episodes of 'griot of the diaspora' on youtube
season 3
I sat down with Playwright & Master Poet, Chief Moomen
He’s the man behind the Mansa Musa theatre play ‘Mansa World: A Trail of Lost Gold’
Moomen shares his inspiration, his goals & why Africans telling African stories are important
Listen to us talk about Studying Abroad in Ghana As Black Americans!
If you're thinking about studying abroad or applying to a university in Ghana from America, watch this!
Two Africana/African Studies majors sit down to chat...
Sat down w/ Chairman Fred Hampton Jr. in Ghana
We talked about the Black Panther Party Cubs, his experience in Accra, Ghana and the film 'Judas & the Black Messiah'. We met in Tema & the rest is history.
Trump is president of the usa, again. what does this mean for africa?
Weekly updates on news in africa that can be helpful or interesting to the diaspora is always in full effect. subscribe to the channel to stay up to date.
Social media erupted when kelis announced she owns land in kenya and locals claim she is 'acting like a colonizer'. let's unpack this...
Interested in relocating to ghana? here's a short video with insight for women, families & any one interested in moving to an african country in 2025.
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season 2
Episode 11
In this episode we discuss voting as black expats living in ghana, elections and identity politics. learn more about living in ghana, international cultures & moving abroad.
Episode 12
In this solo episode, editor in chief, nakira g., discusses the winner of miss south africa 2024 controversy.
Episode 13
WE DISCUSS THE REALITY OF VOTING AS EXPATS, IDENTITY POLITICS, DUAL CITIZENSHIP, BLAXIT & MORE...
Episode 14
ALLEGATIONS AGAINST KEHINDE WILEY & DAVID ADJAYE SURFACE ONLINE, BURKINA FASO'S PRESIDENT CPT. IBRAHIM FORCES COLONIAL POWERS OUT
Episode 15
TWO BLACK SOUTH AFRICAN WOMEN KILLED IN LIMPOPO ON A FARM, MONKEYPOX REPORTS INCREASE IN AFRICA, IMMIGRANT HOME LOAN BILL PASSES IN CALIFORNIA
Episode 16
GH PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE NANA KWAME BEDIAKO POLICY ADDRESS, KENYA'S PLAN TO INJECT DIGITAL ID CARDS INTO CITIZENS, UPDATE ON LIMPOP FARM MURDER
Episode 17
RIP REBECCA CHEPTEGEI, GALAMSEY WATER ISSUES IN GHANA, MISS NIGERIA UNIVERSE PROMOTES SKIN BLEACHING & SUDAN'S MUSEUM LOOTED BY MILITIA
Episode 18
tyla at the vmas, haiti discrimination in the u.s.a., update on olympian story & more....
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season 1
episode 001 is a conversation with African Americans that relocated to Ghana, bought land and started their building process. Learn more about their experiences and their journeys back home.
Hosted by Nakira G.
Keywords: Griot, diaspora, Africa, Ghana, land, real estate, business, history, culture, migrations, year of return, tourism
episode 002 discusses Kwame Nitoto's experience at the Asebu Pan African Village in Central Region, Ghana. He discusses the history of Asebu and why diasporans should relocate to Ghana.
Hosted by Nakira G.
Keywords: Griot, diaspora, Africa, Ghana, land, real estate, business, history, culture, migrations, year of return, tourism
episode 003 is an interview with Steve Cokely Jr., son of historical activist Steve Cokely. He discusses his experience as an entrepreneur in Ghana, building his home in Asebu and his plans for the future.
Hosted by Nakira G.
Keywords: Griot, diaspora, Africa, Ghana, land, real estate, business, history, culture, migrations, year of return, tourism
episode 004 Interview with TMSKDJ, Ghana's most prominent DJ in nightlife and culture. We sat down to talk about her experience as a DJ for a decade, her plans for the future and learn about the various genres of music in Ghana.
Hosted by Nakira G.
Keywords: Griot, diaspora, Africa, Ghana, music, culture, travel, art, electronic, DJ, nightlife, tourism, December in Ghana,
episode 005 discusses topics concerning David Adjaye, the murder of O'shea Sibley in New York, the unfair treatment of Ama Governor in Ghana, TS Madison & Lizzo.
Hosted by Nakira G.
Keywords: Griot, diaspora, Africa, Ghana, music, art, pop culture, Youtube, LGBTQIA+, Lizzo, Transwomen
episode 006 is a solo episode to discuss the protest in Ghana concerning the nation's economic crisis in 2023.
Hosted by Nakira G.
Keywords: Griot, diaspora, Africa, Ghana, history, culture, protests, citizens, nomad, rebellions, government,
episode 007 dives into the pros and cons of living in Ghana. In this episode, I share information regarding safety, electricity, tourism & more.
Hosted by Nakira G.
Keywords: Griot, diaspora, Africa, Ghana, land, real estate, business, history, culture, migrations, year of return, tourism, nomad, travel,
episode 008 is a brief discussion about the attacks on Jada Pinkett Smith and her marriage to Will Smith as well as Keith Lee issues as he tours America for food.
episode 009 dives into the reality of domestic violence against women in entertainment. Trigger Warning for viewers.
episode 010 discusses the social media uproar concerning Tyla's identity as a South African Coloured woman and the response from Black Americans during her American press tour.