Ladies of Sosa

In this episode, we are bringing awareness to a true tragedy. Janet was a Sudanese 10 month old infant, whose life was tragically and gruesomely cut short. In this episode, we tell her story and hope to bring awareness and support for the family in their fight for justice.  We also touch on the struggle Sudanese have faced in Egypt for decades and what can be done to end this cycle. #JusticeForBab...

In this episode, we take a step back to reflect on a few controversial topics. We discuss conspiracy theories and most recent events such as the Boeing Scandal. We also take a moment to vent towards to end of the episode and discuss the podcast and our growth.  Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don'...

In this episode, we share our personal journeys to the U.S. We discuss the different avenues our families took to migrate to America and the process to get our citizenship. We also briefly touch on The Lost Boys, as well as debate Dallas being hailed "South Sudanese Hollywood."  Our panel discusses the music industry (afrobeat and hiphop), the modeling industry, business, athletics, poss...

In this episode we collaborate with another South Sudanese podcast, @KushKonvos1428 and discuss the Black Tax from a South Sudanese Perspective.  Our panel discusses the music industry (afrobeat and hiphop), the modeling industry, business, athletics, possible solutions and more!  Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for...

In this episode we discuss a viewer submitted topic, tribalism vs nationalism. We debate which of the two is in the best interest of the betterment of our young nation, unity, making tribalism a taboo and more!  Our panel discusses the music industry (afrobeat and hiphop), the modeling industry, business, athletics, possible solutions and more!  Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspec...

In this episode we ponder the global perception of South Sudan. How is South Sudan viewed by the world? What is it going to take to garner respect and uplift our country?  Our panel discusses the music industry (afrobeat and hiphop), the modeling industry, business, athletics, possible solutions and more!  Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectf...

In part two of this two part episode, our diverse panel debates MLK and Malcolm X's leadership style, the use of the "N" word and more! Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!  Peace and love to our Sosa Fam :) 🇸🇸❤️ - - - -...

In part one of this two part episode, our diverse panel discusses reparations, cultural appropriation and exploitation, bridging the gap between the diaspora, bullying, the black caste system and more! Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe for new episodes every Tuesda...

In this episode we tackle the dynamic of parent child relationships in the South Sudanese diaspora. We explore the nuances of growing up with immigrant parents vs 1st gen parents and touch on discipline, dating, sex and more! Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe for n...

In this episode we tackle financial literacy within the South Sudanese community. We are joined by two financial professionals Mervat Abdelrahman and Mimi Cleto. Our special guests along with the rest of our panel discuss budgeting, saving/investing, life insurance and how to plan for your financial future.  Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respec...

In this episode we tackle the mental health stigma within the South Sudanese community. We touch on depression, alcoholism, PTSD, generational trauma and honor loved ones who have self transitioned.  Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!...

In this episode Black History Month special, our panel discusses the parallels between the African American and South Sudanese American experience, slavery, colonialism, third culture kids and more! Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday! ...

In this episode, our panel discusses popular trending current events and hot topics from a South Sudanese diaspora perspective. Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!  Peace and love to our Sosa Fam :) 🇸🇸❤️ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...

In this episode, our panel discusses xenophobia from a South Sudanese perspective. We dive deeper into the experience of South Sudanese in Egypt, discuss shade, racism and more! We also shift gears midway through and touch on financial literacy, individualism, entrepreneurship and how we can begin to build as a community.  Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep...

In part two of this two part episode, we answer some more of your questions from our Q&A poll, make a horrible attempt at speaking Arabi Juba,  highlight a few South Sudanese people killing it in different industries and more!  Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe...

In part one of this two part episode, we take a step back to reflect on the most controversial trending clips on the podcast from 2023. We touch on different topics such as can black people be racist, colorism, the war in Sudan, saying Sudan vs South Sudan, passport bros and more! We round it out with a Q&A, so make sure you come back to catch part 2 of this episode were we highlighted South S...

In this episode, we debate Polygamy vs Two Parent Households. Our panel breaks down which they think contributes to stable families and which they would prefer for themselves. We also touch on if polygamy has been practiced within our families and how religion can play into things.  Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much f...

In this episode, we discuss dowry and bride price. Our panel shares the bride price customs in their countries and we compare with how it is done in South Sudanese culture. We touch on the pros and cons, affordability, how it can contribute to child marriages back home and more.  Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for...

In this episode, we discuss all things motherhood. Our panel gets vulnerable and discusses the joys and challenges that come with motherhood. We break down the shame and stigma that comes from the community when children are born out of wedlock. We also touch on other important topics such as postpartum, preeclampsia, hypertension, doulas/midwives, black women's maternal health and more! Plea...

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the marriage and race disparity when it comes to Black/African women. In this follow up discussion, our all male panel pushes back on talking points from the last segment. They highlight hyper masculinity, single motherhood, choosing the wrong men, not taking accountability and more as being some of the reasons they feel black women are not getting married...

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the marriage and race disparity when it comes to Black/African women. Our panel gets vulnerable and discuss all things marriage including age shaming, family and societal pressures, the "Mrs" degree, and more! Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don'...

In this episode, our panel reflects on things we wish we would've known growing up and in our early 20's. We discuss sex, relationships, mental health, careers, family and more.  Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!  Peace and...

In this episode, we discuss all things hair! We dissect whether or not wearing weaves/wigs is a form of self hate and why we do not wear our natural hair out often.  Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!  Peace and love to our Sosa Fam :...

In this episode, we interview Hassan Arouni. A distinguished journalist with the BBC of 30 years, now retired Arouni has had an impressive career dedicated to investigative reporting and storytelling. With a keen focus on global affairs, Arouni has covered a wide array of significant events, providing insightful, in-depth analysis and on-the-ground reporting.  Hassan has produced and presented fla...

In this episode, we switch gears and get to know our hosts. We reflect on the history and story of LOS, relationships, colorism, trending topics and more! Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!  Peace and love to our Sosa Fam :) 🇸🇸❤️ - -...