I AM...

For the season 3 finale, Janet speaks with performer and teaching artist Tanesha Payne. They explore Tanesha's journey from adolescence to her current work helping San Antonians discover their voices through movement.   Stay up-to-date with SumRset Movement and Tanesha on Instagram and Facebook: Instagram: tanesha_payne1 and sumrset_movement Facebook: taneshapayne01 and sumRset. Movement

In this episode of I AM… Janet sits down with Rwandan-born artist Gakwaya Gisa. They dive into his journey from Rwanda to the States, the pivotal moments that defined his creative path, and how he uses art as a tool for social change and storytelling   Follow I AM… a podcast about identity on Instagram: instagram.com/iamapodcast0

In a special bonus episode of I AM… Janet sits down with Broomfield, Colorado council member, Kenny Nguyen. The two discuss Nguyen’s passion for public service, political aspirations, and his hopes for our democratic system.    Follow I AM… a podcast about identity on Instagram: instagram.com/iamapodcast0

For the final episode of Season 2 of I AM… Janet sits down with Nicole Brzozowski. While conversing, the two discuss Nicole’s upbringing, career shift, and the state of talk therapy. Nicole even takes Janet and the listeners on a mindfulness practice towards the end of the episode.    Follow I AM… a podcast about identity on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamapodcast0/

Janet sits down with director, Jay Buim and discusses Jay’s love of music, his philosophy on life and directing, and the importance of having a creative outlet. They also talk about Oh Boy , a podcast Jay once hosted.   Honorable Mentions: Adventures in Success (2021): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11878266/   Todd P Goes to Austin (2009): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1351254/?ref_=nm_knf_c_3 Oh Bo...

After two years, Janet sits down with local activists and Founder of ACT 4 SA, Ananda Tomas for the start of  I AM... season 2. The episode centers around Ananda's life, activism, and the importance of grassroots organizations.  Links mentioned: SAPD Suspension Dashboard: ⁠https://act4sa.org/dashboard/⁠ or  copthedata.com ACT 4 SA 2nd Birthday Celebration: ⁠https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ac...

Janet sits down with social entrepreneur and influencer, Uyi Omorogbe. The two discuss what inspired NASO, the significance of giving back to the African diaspora, and how Uyi maintains a sense of self despite social media fame.

Janet holds a conversation with her friend, Laurie Williams. The two discuss how Laurie maintains a positive perspective despite her personal and professional challenges. Laurie also shares her reactions after the insurrection of January 6th on our nation's Capitol.

Janet sits down with Ofelia Alonso, a queer woman and community organizer. In this episode we learn the challenges one faces as a progressive community organizer in Texas, along with what led Ofelia to leave her church, the Jehovah's Witnesses.

Janet sits down with Columbia Law School graduate, Udodilim Nnamdi, to discuss what led her to law school and how her acceptance inspired her to aid others in their law school prospects. In this episode we learn how Udodilim maintains a strong sense of self through self-regulation and friendship. As a Nigerian-American, Udodilim also provides a fascinating outlook on the complexity of blackness in...

Janet holds a conversation with two friends in the armed forces–Jessica Gonzalez and Yasmine Guzman. Through conversation one learns what inspired Jessica and Yasmine to join the military and how they overcame adversity to become the sound individuals they are today. 

"Identity is an ever flowing concept...that can be told by the endowed, not the beholden." I AM... is a podcast about identity hosted by Janet Ekezie. It's through dialogue with her guests that Janet uncovers how they maintain a strong sense of self despite life's inequities.