Japa Diaries Podcast
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/jah-pah/ - to run away; Nigerian slang meaning to emigrate
Japa Diaries is a podcast documenting the experiences of African immigrants in the diaspora
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Living Between Worlds: Akinola Davies Jr on Migration, Identity & Grief
Filmmaker Akinola Davies Jr. left Nigeria at 13 and didn't return for 9 years. In this conversation, he shares what it's like to live between Nigeria and the UK, why he finally made a film about his…
Are You Checking Out?
Even when we’re out of season, we’re still bringing you good content! In this bonus crossover episode, Abimisola guest hosts Culture Custodian’s Uncultured podcast, diving into the history of japa in…
S4E10 What a Season!
It’s a wrap on this season of Japa Diaries! 🥳 In this finale episode, we reflect on the highs, the lessons, and the laughter that made this season so special. From identity and home to Afrobeats and…
S4E9 Staying Rooted While Going Global ft. M.I. Abaga
We’re catching up with rap legend M.I. Abaga! From his U.S. college days to shaping African hip-hop back home, M.I. talks living between two worlds, connecting African creatives, and staying grounded…
S4E8 From Tuition Stress to Scholarships
Being an international student can be tough... and expensive. In this episode, we talk to John, co-founder of the African Leadership Bridge, about turning his own struggles into a scholarship fund…
S4E7 This is a Pan-African Podcast ft. Postcards from Koko
This week, Koko joins us to talk all things Pan-Africanism!From its historic roots to the challenges of unity today, we talk diaspora identity and why staying connected to African news and stories…
S4E6 Behind the Scenes of Our First Live Show
We did it! Our first-ever live event was a success, and we can’t thank you enough for showing up and showing love.In this episode, we recap the highs and lows: from ticket-sale nerves to the epic…
We're Recovering from our Event, See you Next Week!
No new episode this week, we’re still recovering from our very successful community event!Thank you to everyone who came out, we had a timee! If you missed it, don’t worry, we’re sharing all the…
S4E5 When Parents Say You’ve Changed
What happens when immigrant parents and kids try to meet in the middle?This week, we’re talking about parents. Immigrant parents, to be exact. How do we balance respect for their sacrifices with the…
S4E4 Afrobeats to the World: A Year in Review ft. Deji Osikoya
Afrobeats had a massive year, and we’re breaking it all down in this lively “year in review” episode! We chat about unforgettable moments, our songs of the summer, and what’s next for Afrobeats as…
S4E3 Homecoming: What It Means to Return
This week on Japa Diaries, Timilehin shares his homecoming story returning to Nigeria after 15 years in the U.S. From the grief of losing his grandmother to reconnecting with family, this episode…
S4E2 Language Loss & Revival ft. Jalil Anibaba & Awujo
We’re talking language loss, revival, and cultural pride with Jalil Anibaba and Oju, creator of Awujo. Hear how Yoruba speakers and learners in the diaspora are keeping the language alive through…
S4E1 Weddings Are a Lot, Especially as an Immigrant
We’re kicking off Season Four with real talk about the immigrant experience! From wedding planning to visa troubles, we’re catching you up on life since Season Three.We dig into why accountability…
S3E11 S3Finale: Season Highlights, Going Viral + Season 4 Update
And that's a wrap on season 3!In this special episode, we take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, revisiting each of our incredible episodes from this season. We also pull back the curtain and share…
S3E10 S3E10: Navigating Immigration and Identity Through Art ft. UzoArt
In this episode, we sit down with the incredible Uzo Art to discuss her journey moving to the US at just six years old. Uzo opens up about the challenges of assimilation and a period where she almost…
S3E9 S3E9: Demystifying the U.S. Immigration System ft. Diallo Law Group
Japa Diaries is going professional! Tune into our conversation with Aisa Diallo, Esq. from Diallo Law Group, as she breaks down the U.S. immigration system. We discuss U.S. immigration policies,…
S3E8 S3E8: Pursuing a Non-Traditional Career Path ft. Naija Comm
In this inspiring episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Eno, the amazing founder of Naija Comm! Eno shared her incredible journey, from her lifelong passion for creating to building a…
Mid-season Update: Immigration Q&A Coming Soon, Donation Matching, and Catch-Up Week!
We're taking a mid-season break and will return next Tuesday with more amazing content! Meanwhile, get excited for our upcoming episode featuring a US immigration lawyer ready to answer your…
S3E7 S3E7: A Pan-African Experience in South Africa
In this episode, we sit down with Loïc, a passionate Burundian who made the big move to South Africa to study at the prestigious African Leadership Academy. We dive into Loïc's life in Burundi, his…
S3E6 S3E6: A Journey to Italy Through Libya and the Mediterranean Sea
In this episode, we sit down with a courageous Mercy who shares her incredible journey from Nigeria to Italy. She opens up about her upbringing in Nigeria, the challenges she faced traveling through…
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Japa Diaries Podcast has published 49 episodes since September 2022, covering topics in Documentary, Personal Journals.
Japa Diaries Podcast is currently dormant with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 59m.
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