White Label American

EP 39: A United Family Can Be Divided By Lack of No Will ft Uzoma Nwachukwu

Uzoma is someone whom I had known since my days in Port Harcourt before I migrated to the United States. Uzoma walks us through his journey in Nigeria, up to the present day. The importance of having a will and not repeating the same mistakes as our parents did.
 
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EP 38: Why Are We Not Using The Tools That We Have ft Rafael Grossmann

Dr. Rafael Grossmann is an explorer, a discoverer of new things, a disruptor in the medical space, and a big believer in technology. Rafael is also the first surgeon to perform a surgery wearing a Google glass. Rafa takes us through his beginnings, his first surgery, why there's hope even in the face of automation. Rafael addresses why being a disruptor does not have to be negative and is essential when it comes to life. He also touches on indigenous people and technology, a critical point.
Technology is a tool that's more helpful than harmful. It's up to how we apply its use; that's the problem. Healthcare should focus more on preventive than cure while embracing technology 
Be sure to check out Rafael's Tedx talks and articles on his website while following his social media for more gems
@ZGJR
RafaelGrossmann.com
http://youtu.be/fo3RsealvGI
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http://youtu.be/_9QW5jhuPKI
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EP 37: The Crown of Newearth, Bullying Experiences, Conflict from a Spiritual Perspective with LGBT, ft Joy Chukwudi

In honor of Pride Month, I decided to re-release episode 29 with aspiring artist, author, and songwriter Joy Chukwudi. Back during the recording, Joy had mentioned her book, The Crown of Newearth, that she had written, but due to circumstances, it wasn't on the shelf. The good news is that her book is now available on Amazon, so feel free to check out the link below and support it.
Black Lives Matter, Black Trans Lives Matter, Black Women Matter!!! 
Link for The Crown of Newearth
https://www.amazon.com/Crown-Newearth-Book-ebook/dp/B07YNSVRKY/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?ie=UTF8&qid=1592585148&ref_=tmm_kin_title_0&sr=8-1#ace-5421475708

EP 36 : Hip-Hop in Hawaii & Japan, Brazilian Santa, There's a China Town Everywhere, Live Your Life To It's Fullest Potential, ft Desi Shedrick Pt 2

We continue our chat with Desi Shedrick, CEO of VET Clothing, in Tokyo. Desi dives right away into music (Hip-Hop) from Texas, Hawaii, & Japan. There's no way we are going to visit Hawaii and Japan without spending time on food. 
Desi also lets us in on his journey into embracing his entrepreneurial spirit. Desi also does acting, appearing in a promo for Rise of The Planet of Ape, Hawaii-5.0, Japanese commercials amongst many. We also get the story behind VET Clothing.
 Go check out VET Clothing and Desi on Facebook or Instagram  https://vetclothing.com/
Also, check out The Black Experience Japan on YouTube

EP 35 : Awakened by Hawaii ft Desi Shedrick Part 1

This interview covered so much that it's broken into two parts for your enjoyment. Here is Part I. 
Desi Shedrick is a United States Marine who I came across while watching The Black Experience Japan on YouTube. His story begins in the great state of Texas and takes us across the Southern Border, and introduces us to his life-changing experience in Hawaii and his first visit to Japan. The lessons that created the man who today makes me look good in his clothing outfit VET Clothing. Along with being an entrepreneur, Desi also models, is an actor, and has taught English in Japanese schools.
Come back for Part II next week!
in the meantime, check out the latest designs and get https://vetclothing.com/
 

EP 34: A Good Story Makes Good Art ft Lewinale Havette

Lewinale Havette is an Atlanta and New York-based Liberian artist whose art tells stories of matriarchal power, female sovereignty, female sexuality, intercultural harmony, and African Spirituality. Lewinale, in this episode, takes us through experiences in different countries of West Africa, arts, music, appreciating black women leaders, black female sexuality, and so much more. I look forward to meeting with Lewinale at one of her exhibits in the future.
Follow Lewinale on IG @lewinale  and along with her website. Check out her art and be magnified!
http://lewinale.com/
 
 
 

EP 33: Birthright Africa ft Walla Elsheihk

I was lucky to have caught a Forbes article talking about Birthright Africa, as soon as I finished reading it I knew that I wanted to have Walla Elsheihk on the podcast. It did not take long after I reached out that I got feedback. Walla responded, setting up the interview, which unfortunately got postponed due to the lockdown. In the end, everything worked out, and I am glad that I did not listen to my insecurity and reached out. I enjoyed every minute of this recording.
Walla takes us on her journey before arriving in NY and her awakening, resulting in the birth of Birthright Africa. An organization that is about building connectivity, community, and leadership in the African American youth through educating and travel to the continent of Africa. Walla has excelled in the public and private sectors.
Follow Birthright Africa on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube. Go on the website, register for newsletters, and get your younger ones involved too.
 

EP 32 : Out There is the UK In Here is Nigeria ft Jordan Harry

For my birthday week, I decided to have one of my cousins as the guest. Jordan Harry is one of my coolest cousins and the most inspiring people that I know. Jordan navigated a speech impediment, being the only black kid in town, an athlete (check out his photos and videos he is a god of beauty), became a memory coach, speed reader, and CEO at a young age. Jordan's Ted talk has over 2 million views on YouTube. Jordan has appeared on the BBC, LBC, Virgin Media amongst other media houses. 
This young man continues to grow and makes me proud as he teaches students, corporate leaders, and academia across Europe and North America. It's always fun talking to Jordan, and I would say a lot more. However, I plan on interviewing other cousins who are from different countries, and I don't want them to get envious of the love that I have for Jordan. If you couldn't tell, I love this guy a lot!
Check Jordan Harry out on Instagram @jordannharryy and http://studyfast.uk. 

EP 31: Journey of a Soccer Player (that you probably never knew) ft Abdulafees Abdulsalam

I've known Abdulafees Abdulsalam, aka Afeez, since 2011, when we met in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Afeez stood out from a couple of athletes that I was introduced to while stationed in the Middle East. Afeez life, his experiences are a window into a world that many of us are familiar with but only on the outside as lovers of the beautiful game. 
Afeez has played and lived in many countries from West to North Africa, then mostly in the Asian continent. Afeez takes us into culture shocks, surprising encounters, and obstacles that footballers face where there is no union protection along with other barriers that soccer players who aren't from Europe and North America face in their careers.
Follow Afeez on Instagram @abdulafeez10.
 
 

EP 30: The Immigrants Journey Podcast ft Carmen Neta

Carmen Neta is a friend and host of a great podcast that I enjoy listening to The Immigrants Journey, and she has been a supporter since a mutual friend (The Irish Jesus) introduced us. Carmen's story takes us from South America to North America and Europe. Carmen walks us through her experiencing America as an illegal immigrant, adaptation, mental health, food, and podcast advice. It's always a pleasure talking Carmen, who also works on the frontlines while wrapping up her degree in Psychology at Dublin City University.
Check out The Immigrants Journeys Podcast available wherever you enjoy listening to podcasts at and don't forget to leave five stars plus a lovely review.