NKENNE podcast

In this episode, we discuss the ancient tradition of learning a trade in Africa. We discuss the particular trade arrangements, what is expected from an apprenticeship, and what is expected post the apprenticeship.

In this episode, we talk about African parents, and why they are so strict with their children. Is it cultural, is it because of how they were raised? 

In this episode, we discuss what "JAPA", and why millions of Africans are looking to move out of the continent.

In this episode, we chat about planning a wedding in Africa, tribal and intertribal marriages, marriage ceremony rituals in Africa, and what marriage celebrations means in Africa, and the importance of marriages in Africa.

In this episode, we chat about the history of traditional rulers, how communities connect with royal families, how countries use traditional leaders, and how traditional rulers connect with political leaders.

In this episode, we talk about life after Universities in Africa. We chat about what its like getting a job, how we hustle to make money in Africa, and what opportunities are available in Africa post-graduation.

In this episode, we chat about Human Rights in Africa. We discuss the difference of police intervention in Africa in comparison to the western world, we discuss the meaning of 'jungle justice’, prisons in Africa, and more.

In this episode, we chat about the societal preference of men in Africa, and how it is changing in the 21st century.

In this episode, we chat about divorce in Africa. We chat about why it Is unfortunately considered taboo, how diverse compares to the western world, and why it is considered a stigma to women in Africa.

In this episode, Progress discussed LGBT right in Africa.  * At NKENNE, we celebrate and stand for the rights of all people, no matter their race, gender, sexual orientation, and political views. 

In this episode, we talk about the importance of rice in Africa. Particularly in West Africa, we talk about our common dishes, like rice and stew, and what else we eat with our rice dishes. We talk about Jollof rice (a common dish in West Africa), coconut rice, rice and vegetable stew, and more. We also talk about the quality of our rice, local and imported rice, and more. This episode will defini...

In this episode, Progress chats about her University journey, what is prompting her change in path, why parents in Africa push their children to medical and legal fields, and the importance of doing what you love, instead of doing what your parents tell you. 

In this episode, we talk about the challenges Africans face when applying for college. We share personal stories of different experiences, examining the issues when applying for colleges, and how things can become better.

In this podcast, we go way more in depth on dating in Africa. We chat about wanting to be desires, some potential date spots in Africa, and more. Are women suppose to ask men out? Can you be friends with someone of the opposite sex? What are the questions you would ask someone on the first date? 

In this episode, we discuss what dating is like in Africa. We talk about how we talk to our parents about dating, dating apps in Africa, blind dates, deception/catfishing, the anxieties of dating, and more. 

Happy Children’s Day In this episode, we discuss the celebration of Children’s Day in Africa. We also chat about what this represents, and the deeper meaning of Children’s Day in Africa.

In this episode, we talk about how we relax in the continent of Africa. We also chat about our word of the week.  And make sure you get some relaxation in your life. 

In this episode, we further discuss the rise of Afrobeats, and how its impacting the global music community. We also talk about Burna Boy's recent impactful performances in the United States, the global push of major labels to move to Africa, and how Afrobeats is connecting Africa to the diaspora. 

In this episode, we talk about the rise of Afrobeats, and how its becoming the biggest building music genre in the world. We briefly chat about the history of Afrobeats, as well as the current movement of the genre globally. We also discuss the word of the day. 

In this episode, we go more in depth on the Domestic Violence Problem in the continent of Africa. We talk about marriage, what love means to someone, and talk about our word for the week. 

In this episode, we will be talking about the Domestic Violence Problem in the continent of Africa. Why is it prevalent? How can we change this problem? We will also chat about the word of the day.  And if you are experiencing this, here are some resources: https://www.thehotline.org Presented by Anosike Progress

In this episode, we inspire you to Get Up, and continue to move forward, no matter what trials and tribulations you may go through. We also talk about what Easter means for Christians in the continent of Africa. Progress discusses her experience with Easter in Nigeria, and how she spends it with her family.  Word of the day: Ifunanya (love) 

In this episode, we teach you the meaning of NKENNE, talk about why we created NKENNE, give more information on the Igbo language, and give our quote for the week. 

Thank you for joining us, the NKENNE community, as we launch our first NKENNE podcast episode. At NKENNE, we are the first dedicated African Language Learning App in market, and we are so excited to share this journey with you.  "Language is the roadmap of the culture. It tells you where its people come from and where they are going" Rita Mae Brown