Culture Class Podcast

We all belong to the same race; the human race. RIP Ahmaud Arbery & George Floyd. Black Lives Matter.

Garrett is a post-service Marine who was stationed places like in Okinawa (Japan) & Djibouti-city (Djibouti). He shares his experience enlisting and training in the US Military. We also talk business, finance, real estate and if he'll run for office someday. Support Common Sense Coffee: https://linktr.ee/commonsensecoffee Support the Podcast: paypal.me/supportcultureclass

Good things happen to those who 'hustle'. Abadesi indeed embodies the word. A Founder, Speaker, Author, Podcaster and Consultant at Hustle Crew; Abadesi was born to a Nigerian Father and Filipino Mother. She shares her experience growing up in a multi-ethnic household, moving to East Africa and attending boarding school in the UK. She also talks about why she got into tech and how she is striving...

Nosa speaks with retired Nigerian Artiste and early Afrobeats originator Eldee The Don; focusing on non-musical stories. Eldee talks about growing up in Kaduna, having a near death experience during a religious conflict, his relationship with his Father, founding a fraternity in the University of Lagos, meeting his wife, why he got frustrated with PlayData and what happened with Trybesmen 2.0 Kara...

Ravina Bhanot is a Doctor working for the National Health Service in London. At the time of recording, the UK had about 129,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 with about 17,000 deaths. Ravina gives some insight as to what happens on the frontlines of the pandemic. She also talks about her Indian parents growing up in Kenya, her medical podcast and what she does for fun. Medtalks Podcast: https://spot...

Nosa talks to one of his favorite Nigerian singers Oriri Osayomore (son of popular 90s musician Ambassador Joseph Osayomore). We also play some songs from his catalog (adding new renditions from his band- Soulhouse Crew). The Soulhouse Crew was formed early 2018 in Culver City, California and is made up of musicians with diverse international roots. Oriri (Guitar, Vocals) was born in Benin City, N...

James talks about his Grandparents escaping North Korea, his Parents emigrating to the US, being influenced by Disney & hip-hop growing up and eventually starting a small business. He also shares reasons why he likes soju and hates K-pop.

Robert grew up under difficult circumstances in the suburbs of Chicago. He grew up an Atheist but discovered Christianity later in life. He talks about feeling vulnerable as a kid, going off to college, living in Japan for 6 years and finding his faith. Rob's Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/info-mation Rob's Website: https://www.subcultureinc.org/

Nosa speaks to Chirag & Manisha about the recently passed Citizenship Amendment Act (2019) in India and how it is affecting a country of 1.3 billion people. Support the Podcast: paypal.me/supportcultureclass Buy Chirag's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Age-Awakening-Amit-Kapoor-ebook/dp/B07M93C4NC/

Garcelle is from South Carolina. She talks about growing up in Rural America, modern segregation in the South, working with prisoners, founding her own non-profit and helping to elect the first black female Mayor in North Carolina. We also talk about the her Great-Grandmother being a slave and divisions in the African and African American community.

Mo was born in Syria but grew up in neighboring Jordan. We talk Breakdancing, Ultimate Frisbee, Filmmaking, Soccer, Arabic & Jordanian Food

Random conversations with Jack Foster. He talks about growing up catholic in Texas, Pets, Relationships, Living Abroad, College, Fraternities, COVID-19 and US healthcare.

On this episode, Nosa and Andres draw similarities between #Mexican and #Nigerian Mothers. Andres grew up in Tijuana Mexico. He shares fun childhood memories playing cascarita (football) and watching Lucha Libre (wrestling) in his home town. He considers himself a 'glomad' (global nomad)and talks about his travel experience and why he tattooed a map of the world on his arm.

Did you know celebrities like NipseyHussle and TiffanyHaddish had/have Eritrean Roots?. Listen in as Senaiet explains the significance of Boon (coffee), Werki (jewelry), Zuria (dresses) Henna (tattoos) and Tigrinya(language) in Eritrean culture. She also shares some stories from her globetrotting trips to Yemen, Costa Rica, Mexico, Germany, Dubai & China. Support the Podcast: paypal.me/supportcult...

Rod is an Australian businessmen who shares his experience playing sports in Sydney, back packing through Europe and being an Entrepreneur in America.

Abby is a professional matchmaker in Denver who helps young professionals find love IN PERSON. In the spirit of #ValentinesDay, we chop it up about the strange subject called LOVE (lol). She educates me about her matchmaking process and drops some tips on how to find and keep the right partner. Follow her and sign up for her services here: https://thesocialmm.club/ Support the Podcast: paypal.me/s...

Fata Acquoi is currently a Masters of International Affairs student at The George Washington University in Washington D.C. For the past two years, she has served as the Programs Director with African Immigrant Services (AIS) in Minnesota. She is passionate about Africa and Black People. In this episode, Fata shares her experiences visiting her home country of Liberia and how the African Diaspora c...

Paul Duane is a photographer and Comedian who enjoys the simple pleasures in life. You know, like riding his bike, taking amazing photos and sporting his heels and nylons around Salt Lake City. This episode examines the ethos of living life on one’s own terms. Paul's website: https://soulanarchist.com/ Support the Podcast: paypal.me/supportcultureclass

Nathalie grew up in Billings, Montana but moved to Wyoming when she was 12. She talks about fun times growing up in the #CowboyState; tubing, skiing, doing sports and living on a ranch. She also talk about some of her adventures beyond the mid-west, affinity for international travel & love for all things tea. Some countries Nathalie has visited: India, Kenya, Seychelles, Australia, Malawi, New Zea...

Arelle Tonnes talks about growing up Black & Muslim in the US (being a minority's minority). We also talk afrobeats, hip-hop and his new EP 'Diaspora'. Arelle's EP: https://open.spotify.com/album/3KdD6NZQA4ghgmTC9aqnhc

On the last episode of 2019, I talk to Kenny Greene. Kenny grew up in Monrovia, Liberia and moved to the US when the 2nd Liberian Civil War broke. He talks about how he escaped becoming a child soldier, his first impression landing in New York City and his experience as a car salesman. Kenny currently works in the mortgage industry and shares some wisdom for would be first time home buyers in the...

No description here. Listen to find out what went down.

Chain Migration vs Family Immigration Illegal Alien vs Undocumented Immigrant Asylee vs Refugee Jim Hacking, a US Immigration Lawyer from St Louis dispel some misconceptions about immigration. Jim also explains the various visa types and sheds some light on how the US immigration system works. Jim Hacking on YouTube: http://bit.ly/35r7FOr Jim's book for international students: https://amzn.to/2r10...

Monticue has a pretty interesting religious journey; being born into Christianity, becoming a member of the Nation of Islam, studying Five-Percent teachings, practicing briefly as a Jehovah's Witness and diving deep into Egyptology and Ifa. Listen in as we delve into the world of a man who considers himself a Shaman. Later in the episode, Monticue also explains what Apothecary is, how he got into...

The podcast is one year old this week. To celebrate this, enjoy a throwback (unpublished) episode with former co-host Tongwa. Watch Tongwa's new video series on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGePmgDWvW9VWoanjB31MSg