Episodes 30
Avg. Duration 50m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (5)
Since May 2025
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
96%
Hosting
feeds.captivate.fm

About This Podcast

Odejuma is an intimate storytelling podcast that centers Black voices from around the world, exploring identity, belonging, and becoming. Hosted by Harry Itie, the show creates space for honest, unguarded conversations about love, community, memory, and the journeys that shape who we become.

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S2E7 Dr. Brittany Lewis Is Building a New Table

Jun 10, 2026 48m Transcript

In this episode of Odejuma, Harry speaks with Dr. Brittany Lewis, a scholar, author, and the founder of Research in Action. At its heart, this is a conversation about power: who holds it, who gets…

S2E6 Jamal Wade on 'home, Away' and the Freedom of Showing Up Fully

Jun 04, 2026 56m Transcript

In this episode of Odejuma, Harry chats with Jamal Wade, a dancer, choreographer, and director whose path runs from Baton Rouge to thirteen years in Los Angeles to a brand new chapter in New York. At…

S2E5 Jason Veasey on Artistic Freedom, Identity, and How 'A Strange Loop' Changed His Life

May 27, 2026 1h 14m Transcript

In this episode of Odejuma, Harry speaks with renowned theater actor Jason Veasey. He reflects on growing up as a military kid who moved across countries and cultures before finding a stage. Jason…

S2E4 Rashad Jiles Is Using Food to Understand the World

May 20, 2026 31m Transcript

In this episode of Odejuma, Harry sits down with Rashad Jiles, known across social media as 'rashadeatstheworld.' Rashad traces his journey from flight attendant to culinary storyteller and how a…

S2E3 Tolu Ekisola on Yoruba Culture and the Art of Community Organizing

May 13, 2026 41m Transcript

In this episode of Odejuma, Harry chats with Tolu Ekisola, a Nigerian-American artist and community organizer based in Minneapolis. In this conversation, she talks about growing up as a Nigerian kid…

S2E2 Chasing Atlanta's Samii Austin on Owning His Story and What It Means to Show Up Fully

May 06, 2026 56m Transcript

In this episode of Odejuma, Harry chats with Samii Austin, music artist and star of Chasing Atlanta Season 7. In this conversation, Samii traces the journey from Tampa to Atlanta, from choir kid to…

S2E1 Victor Jackson on Faith, Loss, and What It Means to Trust Your Own Voice

Apr 29, 2026 1h 3m Transcript

For the Season 2 premiere of Odejuma, Harry chats with Victor Jackson, also known as Mr. GlamRockSoul, a creative director and artist who embodies Black queer magic. After his brother's passing and…

S1E23 The Chi's James Rogers III is Redefining Black Representation in Film and Television

Oct 30, 2025 47m Transcript

For the Season 1 finale of Odejuma, Harry chats with James Rogers III, a celebrated screenwriter and executive producer whose creative path is truly inspirational. Growing up in Compton, James never…

S1E22 Lamb Rahming Is Using Joy to Create Inclusive Spaces for Black Queer Folks

Oct 23, 2025 59m Transcript

In this episode of Odejuma, Harry speaks with Lamb, the visionary co-founder of Frolic, to discuss the importance of joy, faith, and community in queer spaces. Lamb shares his journey from the…

S1E21 Steven Chew on Love, Identity, and Black Storytelling in Film

Oct 16, 2025 40m Transcript

In this episode of Odejuma, filmmaker Steven Chew takes us on a journey through his artistic evolution from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. He discusses his latest project, 'Orion’s Quest', which…

S1E20 Ashe Jaafaru on Finding Freedom through Theater

Oct 09, 2025 30m Transcript

In this episode of Odejuma, Harry chats with Ashe Jaafaru, a performer and storyteller based in the Twin Cities. She shares her journey into theater, the influences that shaped her creative path, and…

S1E19 2AM Ricky is Building Community through Music and Advocacy

Sep 25, 2025 39m Transcript

In this episode of Odejuma, Harry chats with musician and advocate 2AM Ricky to dive into the connections between artistry and social impact. He opens up about the profound loss that has shaped his…

S1E18 Man Code’s Ryan Walker-Edwards is Just Getting Started

Aug 28, 2025 44m Transcript

In this episode of Odejuma, Harry chats with writer and actor Ryan Walker-Edwards for a heartfelt conversation about storytelling, identity, and his acclaimed short film, "Man Code." They explore the…

S1E17 The Artistic Journey of Ibimina Dominique Thompson

Aug 21, 2025 55m Transcript

In this episode of Odejuma, Harry chats with multi-hyphenate artist Ibimina Dominique Thompson about art, identity, and resilience. Ibimina takes us through her journey as a Black trans woman in the…

S1E16 The Politics of Being Queer and Nigerian with Adebayo Quadry-Adekanbi

Aug 14, 2025 1h 28m Transcript

In this episode of Odejuma, Harry chats with Writer and Scholar Adebayo Quadry-Adekanbi about the complexities of queer identity in Nigeria. Adebayo draws on his experiences living between Nigeria…

S1E15 Obii Ifejika on Finding Purpose Through Poetry

Aug 07, 2025 51m Transcript

In this episode of Odejuma, Harry is in conversation with talented UK-based Nigerian poet and multidisciplinary artist Obii Ifejika for an in-depth exploration of storytelling, identity, and legacy.…

S1E14 Harry Waters Jr. on Art, Identity, and Power of Community

Jul 31, 2025 1h 26m Transcript

In one of our most heartfelt conversations yet, Harry speaks with influential artist and educator Harry Waters Jr., who reflects on a life shaped by purpose, vulnerability, and community. From his…

S1E13 Rob Milton on Music, Identity, and the Journey to Being Seen

Jul 17, 2025 54m Transcript

In this episode of Odejuma, Harry chats with singer-songwriter Rob Milton about music, identity, and the transformative power of finding oneself through art. Rob reflects on his journey from…

S1E12 Mark Odumuyiwa on his Multidisciplinary Storytelling Practice

Jul 10, 2025 28m Transcript

In this episode of Odejuma, Harry chats with Nigerian-American multidisciplinary artist Mark Odumuyiwa on art, identity, and how that influences his work. From his early love for fashion design to…

S1E11 Delali on Using Art to Explore Identity, Expression, and the Black Diaspora

Jul 03, 2025 34m Transcript

In this episode of Odejuma, Harry chats with Delali, a multimedia artist based in Minneapolis and the founder of Del Aku Studio. Her work beautifully merges Afrofuturism with modern life to explore…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Odejuma have?

Odejuma has published 30 episodes since May 2025, covering topics in Arts, News.

Is Odejuma still active?

Odejuma is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 50m.

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