preMature Adults

Friendships are arguably the first type of relationships that we learn to navigate, cultivate, and hopefully maintain. With that in mind, it can be said that friendships are integral to our development not just as children or adolescents but as adults. In today's episode, I am joined by friends of 20 years, Asha Pollydore and Sarah Lee, as they discuss their friendship journey, as well as their in...

Tyné is a multitalented creative, who has dedicated a large portion of her life so far to her musical development. In this episode, she and I discuss her love and exploration of music, as well as how her faith informs her creativity and musical subject matter. Tyné recently released and published an album and an accompanying novel: The Sky Is Deeper Than the Sea . To keep up with Tyné, you can fol...

In today's episode, I chat with Connie as she takes us through her rather unorthodox journey through the music industry, as well as provides some insight for individuals trying to find their place and space in the midst of uncertainty. SPONSOR: The DubLife Co. is the first sponsor of the podcast, follow The DubLife Co. via these links: WEBSITE: https://www.thedublifeco.com/ FACEBOOK: https://...

Romantic relationships come with their fair share of challenges, in which many people tend to get stuck. However, there are also many beautiful parts of sharing life with another. In this episode, I sit with two college friends of mine, Fanni Szabo and Eduvie Ikoba, to discuss how they have navigated their relationship since meeting in college, as well as how they now juggle love and career. Their...

In today's episode, we get to explore what life has to offer outside our four walls. I converse with Olivia Lin, a travel blogger and dear friend, who has spent a large portion of the past 7+ years traveling the globe in search of new experiences — connecting with new friends, and learning about the world and herself in the process. Liv is a Chinese American educator, aspiring counselor, and trave...

In what is probably the most difficult, free, 24/7 job, motherhood is undoubtedly one of the most unique and intimately fulfilling experiences any human can ever have. In today's episode, I chat with one of the biggest supporters of the podcast, Mrs. Miki Naruke, about her experience through motherhood. She offers insight into what to look forward to when becoming a parent, what to be attuned to i...

Fatherhood has become one of the most obsolete familiar pillars in recent times, with growing rates of absent and aloof fathers. Therefore, in today's episode, I speak with Bishop Freeman about his journey through fatherhood, discussing the joys and challenges that come with being a present and active father. SPONSOR: The DubLife Co. is the first sponsor of the podcast, follow The DubLife Co. via...

Words are essential parts of our lives, be it speaking or reading them. They help us connect, console, and counsel. Words can bridge the gap between two hearts and invite our minds to embark on unexpected journeys. In today's episode, a wordsmith, Petronella Nyirenda, joins me to discuss her journey as a poet. Petronella is a long time friend of mine and a poet from Zambia. -----------------------...

Money is a big part of society. It influences where we live and work, how we are capable of living, as well as how we view ourselves in comparison to our immediate surroundings. It is impossible to go through life without thinking or talking about money. Considering the significance of money in society, it is important for us to understand how to interact with it wisely. Therefore in today's episo...

"Go at your own speed. Take a different path. Not being married at 25 doesn't mean that you're unlovable or that something *must* be wrong with you. It also doesn't mean that at 33 or 42. Education comes in many shapes and sizes. Some of the most brilliant minds never went to college or just didn't finish. An open mind and experiences give you wisdom, not only a degree. Your dream job may not come...

In our culture today, it has almost become a fashionable trend to have "mixed-babies", however, that has not always been the case and nor has it always been sunshine and rainbows for all parties involved. In today's episode, I sit with a longtime friend of mine, Denzel Amankwah-Nishizawa to discuss his Blasian identity. He highlights the joys and drawbacks of growing up mixed in both his home coun...

For generations, it seems, men have been pigeon-holed into living a life earmarked by bravado and limited emotions. In today’s episode, I am joined by my friend Dave Sanchez, who works in the hospitality industry, to discuss what it means to be a man, as well as explore the benefits and drawbacks of the nature of emotional engagement men are subjected to in their upbringing. Thank you for your tim...

In this week's episode, I sit down with Marcus Love Anafu Nazzi (@Marcusthephilanthropist) to discuss his life journey and his work founding and work with the Love Foundation Club in Ghana, all by the age of 22. Marcus provides insight into the joys and challenges that come with starting an NGO, as well as talks about how he balances philanthropic work and academic obligations. Marcus was named th...

Transition stages are difficult as is, let alone having to go through one in a space in which individuals hold expectations for you that may not be in line with your vision for yourself. In this week’s episode, I sit with my friend of 11 years, Malaika Aryee-boi, Yale ’19, and we discuss how life has been changing for her from high school until now, as well as the benefits and drawbacks of steppin...

In this week's episode, I am joined by four of my sisters to talk about the female experience; the challenges, and joys. We also discuss the realities of living across different cultures, and how that informs self-perception and interpersonal dynamics. Thank you for your time & attention! Kindly follow the podcast's social media pages for announcements, videos, and weekly posts at: INSTAGRAM:...

I'm excited to have my first family member on! My sister Leemu joins me to talk about her upbringing and "non-conventional" interests, how they developed, and how she has embraced them. Thank you for your time & attention! Kindly follow the podcast's social media pages for announcements, videos, and weekly posts at: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/prematureadults/ FACEBOOK: https://www.fa...

In this week's episode, I sit with Suma Massaley, one of the co-founders of the blog Sleepless In Monrovia ( https://sleeplessinmonrovia.com/ ), which was created to not only exhibit the creativity of young Liberian writers and poets but also to give individuals from socially marginalized groups the opportunity to share their experiences and stories, championing their own causes without deterrence...

This week's episode is a continuation of the previous episode. If you have not yet listened, go back and give it a listen so you are not lost. Thank you for your time & attention! Kindly follow the podcast's social media pages for announcements, videos, and weekly posts at: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/prematureadults/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/preMatureAdults/

In today's episode, I am joined by Beulah Nimeny, Nuula Varpilah, and Roosevelt Gibson. They each draw upon their experiences as we discuss the nature and purpose of dating and sex, as well as how both are generally viewed within today's culture. Thank you for your time & attention! Kindly follow the podcast's social media pages for announcements, videos, and weekly posts at: INSTAGRAM: https:...

In this week's episode, I sit down with Anita Yawson, co-founder of the Mindscape Movement Ghana ( https://themindscapemovement.org/ ). We discuss the reason for the founding of the movement, Mindscape's current body of work, as well as hopes and goals for the future. We also touch on the current state of the mental health sector in Ghana and the challenge limited funding poses to its growth and o...

In today's episode, my friend Emma Sisson joins me to discuss her experience with academia; she is a Memphis elementary school teacher. In our dialogue this episode, she offers her perspective on the ins and outs of teaching and its relationship to learning. She also provides insight into the current nature & history of the United States' educational system, especially as it pertains to the in...

Are trends of ill-preparedness and other issues with which millennials struggle entirely their fault? In this episode, Brian Bermeo & Lorenzo Mezzatesta join me to discuss why millennials appear to be unprepared for a lot of life's challenges and stages, drawing upon their personal experiences thus far.   Thank you for your time & attention! Kindly follow the podcast's social media pa...

I had a zoom call with Norman Delgado at Cornell University to discuss the ongoing pandemic and some of the interplay we're noticing and how that speaks to humanity as a whole.