Sarah Uwadiae

Afros in the Diaspora

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Afros in the Diaspora is a podcast that provides a brave and welcoming space for African and Black immigrants to come together, chat, vent, laugh and share their stories and experiences of life in the diaspora. Join Sarah and her guests as they explore the highs and lows of immigrant life, offering a voice and a community of support and hope to those who have already made new homes far from their places of origin and those who plan to make the leap.

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Sarah Uwadiae

Episodes

Blackness is not a Monolith with OBJ 10.11.2023 46:40

In this episode, we have a fascinating guest with a truly global journey. Obaro Jesse Erome-Utunedi, also known as OBJ, started his life in Nigeria, but at the age of 11, his family embarked on a journey that took them to Venezuela in South America. Eventually, they landed in the United States before OBJ eventually found his home in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Despite his academic background in Mech...

The Kindness of Strangers with Pulga 03.11.2023 46:33

Pulga Muchochoma was born in Mozambique where his dance career and training began with Montes Namuli Dance Company. He studied at The School of Toronto Dance Theatre and in 2009 he joined the company. He's a well established performer, dancer, and choreographer in Toronto and he's also the founder of Pulga Dance since 2015. I had the opportunity to work with Pulga on a project and what an amazing...

The Introduction with Sarah 27.10.2023 20:38

On the very first episode of Afros in the Diaspora, Sarah Uwadiae, the Host and Creator shares a little bit about her journey as an immigrant in Canada, her heart and intention behind the podcast, and what the listeners can expect as they listen and follow along on this journey. If you are an African/Black immigrant and would like to be a featured guest on Afros in the Diaspora podcast, send a DM...

Afros in the Diaspora Trailer 27.10.2023 0:50

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