Diaspora Dialogue Series With LA

Join Dr. Lillian Agbeyegbe on The Diaspora Dialogue Series as she sits down with Dr. Aramide Adeyemi, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and fashion brand owner, to discuss life in the U.S., cultural transitions, motherhood, and building a thriving business. Discover her inspiring journey from Nigeria to the DMV, her passion for empowering women, and how she balances family, education, and entrepreneur...

Discover how faith, networking, and resilience open doors in the diaspora. In this inspiring conversation with Mrs. Bukola, she shares her journey of standing out, thriving abroad, and staying rooted in faith despite cultural challenges. Perfect for anyone seeking motivation, career growth, or diaspora success stories. #Networking #Faith #DiasporaSuccess #CareerGrowth Support the show

Join Dr. Chichi Nwajei on Diaspora Dialogues Series as she shares her inspiring journey of pursuing a career in Optometry in the US, overcoming cultural challenges, and blending her Nigerian roots with her American life. Hear how her father's legacy, a childhood encounter, and her determination to dream big shaped her path. Watch as Dr. Chichi candidly shares her experiences, struggles, and t...

Join Dr. Toyin Opesanmi and Dr. Lillian Agbeyegbe on Diaspora Dialogues Series as they candidly share their journeys of pursuing a medical career abroad. From overcoming obstacles to achieving their dreams, these inspiring women reveal the unspoken truths of diaspora life. Get ready for a raw and honest conversation that will leave you motivated and informed. Support the show

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Modupe Ogunlaja as she shares her remarkable journey of faith, resilience, and success. From pursuing higher education to starting an Afrocentric business and impactful missionary work across Africa and the US, Modupe's story is a testament to the power of unwavering trust in God. Watch now and be blessed! Subscribe to Diaspora Dialogues Series for m...

Join Babajide Ajisafe on the Diaspora Dialogue Series as he shares his incredible journey of responding to a 40-year-old prophecy of moving to the US! Hear his inspiring story of faith, transition, and navigating life abroad. Don't miss this powerful conversation! 👉 Subscribe for more Diaspora Dialogues episodes!  #DiasporaDialogues #ProphecyFulfilled Support the show

Join Dr. Rael Odengo and Dr. Lillian Agbeyegbe in a soul-stirring conversation about the realities of raising kids abroad, building community, and navigating entrepreneurship as a diasporan. Get ready for honest insights, valuable lessons, and inspiring stories. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Diaspora Dialogue Series episodes!  #DiasporaDialogues Support the show

Join Dr. Lillian Agbeyegbe in an inspiring conversation with Aderayo Sanni-Aderibigbe as she shares her journey from Nigeria to the US, exploring the beauty of her homeland and the blessings of a new land. Hear about her passion for Adire Design and philanthropic projects that give back to the community. Subscribe for more Diaspora Dialogue Series episodes!  #DiasporaDialogues #NigerianDiaspora #A...

In this episode join Dr. Lillian Agbeyegbe and Lydiah Owiti-Otieno in this week's Diaspora Dialogue Series as they explore the challenges and triumphs of being a Kenyan military spouse in the US. Discover how Lydiah navigates cultural adaptation, builds a strong family, and preserves her Kenyan heritage. Watch now and be inspired! Support the show

In this episode of the Diaspora Dialogue series, Dr. Lilian Agbeyegbe interviewed Solomon Ayalew, an Ethiopian immigrant. Solomon shared his experiences growing up in Ohio and his current life in Maryland, a diverse state with a large African population. He discussed the cultural differences between his homeland and the United States, such as the concept of nursing homes and the importance of comm...

Join Dr. Lillian Agbeyegbe and Hawanatu Kamara as they discuss Hawanatu's inspiring journey of migrating to the US and building a thriving business in the entertainment industry.  #DiasporaDialogueSeries #AfricanCulture #USentertainment #HawanatuKamara #DrLillianAgbeyegbe Support the show

In this episode of The Diaspora Dialogue Series, Dr. Lillian Agbeyegbe sits down with Dr. Lookman Sanusi to explore his inspiring artistic journey. From his roots to his experiences in the diaspora, Dr. Sanusi shares his unique story, challenges, and triumphs Support the show

In this inspiring episode, we dive into Dr. Anthony Olalere's inspiring journey as he navigated the new land as a PhD student- uncovering the challenges, triumphs, and the profound impact it had on his perspective on religion, family & career. Support the show

In this episode, we dive into Dr. Lola Akolo's inspiring journey as she navigates the new land as a nurse - uncovering the challenges, triumphs and profound impact it had on her mindset.  Support the show

It is not uncommon for parents to "determine" the career path for the children. Add being a last child to the mix, and you can pretty much give up on pursuing your passion. In this episode, Gertrude Agboli, a Nigerian-American, shares how the mindset of the new land allow a redirection from the path of being a medical doctor, to being an independent film producer/director today! Her fath...

Welcome to 2025!  I am excited to share my conversation with serial entrepreneur, Prince Temitope Oyeyemi! It is probably safe to say the Prince had his first business meeting in the delivery room - business is in his blood. He started out from the bottom of the ladder but had risen to become a successful entrepreneur in Nigeria. So why leave? The opportunity to play in the big business league in...

Renowned thespian, Dr. Lookman Sanusi, ED, Bubbles FM joins me as my first non-US member of the diaspora on the Dialogue Series. He shares about his journey to the Diaspora through the Highly Skilled Migrant Program for professionals. He talks about filling a vacuum in his "new land" - meeting the need of bringing authenticity to African materials on London stages with productions such a...

In the episode, we feature thoughts on the relationship between Nigerians abroad and those at home, and how they can work together from past guests - Mr. Kunle Faleti, (Mr. Housing), Mr. Chuks Eleonu, and Mr. Gbenga Ogunjimi. Share your thoughts in the comments! What resonates with you? What do you agree or disagree with? Want to share your diaspora story? Email me at diasporadialoguewithla@gmail....

We are sharing our diverse stories on the Diaspora Dialogue Series. In this episode, Babajide Ajisafe shares that his journey to the diaspora was foretold before he was born! He did grow up in Nigeria where he focused more on money than his education. He got to go back for his Bachelor degree in his 40s. Our conversation covers how going with the flow is readily a calendar plan in his growing up d...

Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Diaspora Dialogue Series with LA. In this episode, love wins again! Designer icon, Boye Asenuga trained as a lawyer, but her love for fashion, growing up with a fashionista mother, had her designing and making clothes while she was an undergraduate. She came to the United States to join her husband. She is proud that the Nigerian culture of respecting...

Hi!  Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Diaspora Dialogue Series with LA. My guest, Engineer Tinah Ibironke grew up to follow in her father's footsteps and become an engineer. She did not remain in Nigeria to join his firm as love brought her to the United States to marry her spouse. She likes the opportunities the United States offer, especially in education for her and her child...

 In this episode, my guests are Mr. Babafemi Okubanjo and his daughter, Eniola. Mr. Okubanjo was living his best life, having retired as a Permanent Secretary with a state government, and being a pioneer staff with the federal government's Nigerian Deposit Insurance Corporation, when the US visa lottery figuratively "knocked on his doors." That opportunity almost went with the wind,...

 Hi!  Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Diaspora Dialogue Series with LA. My guest, Boma Akainy, got in trouble for saying she would live in the United States one day, when she was growing up. No female person from her village had ever lived in the US! She absolutely believed the tale that keys were left in cars in the US, and people just hopped in and out of cars! She never heard abo...

Hi! On this episode of the Diaspora Dialogue Series with LA, my guest is Dr. Chichi Nwajei. an optometrist based in Maryland. Dr. Chichi was visiting the US and volunteered with an eye clinic, where she learned lessons that encouraged her to stay and do more. Today, she is an author, TV show host and more. She is founder of "The Peacock House" - a name she picked for her business at the...

Gbenga Ogunjimi grew up wanting to be a military officer from growing up when the Nigerian leadership was military rule. He found out that his core interest was in leadership. That gave him the opportunity for a "Reverse Peace Corp" type program by the US State Department in the United States. Today, he runs the first Nigerian Community Center in the US, which he co-founded in Washington...