Diaspora Dialogue Series With LA
Welcome to the Diaspora Dialogue Series with LA!
I'm excited to share what this series is all about.
I am Lillian Agbeyegbe, a Nigerian-American. Join me as we unravel diverse stories, offering insights into pathways to the diaspora, maintaining connections with homelands, navigating work and family life, and much more. It's a journey that paints a vibrant and complete picture of a rich community. Don't miss out on the chance to hear varied perspectives – tune in and discover the tapestry of The Diaspora Dialogue Series!I
Episodes
26 episodes
RAISING KIDS ABROAD: THE CHALLENGES NO ONE TALKS ABOUT
Join Dr. Rael Odengo and Dr. Lillian Agbeyegbe in a soul-stirring conversation about the realities of raising kids abroad, building community, and navigating entrepreneurship as a diasporan. Get ready for honest insights, valuable lessons, and ...
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47:34
EMBRACING HERITAGE: A NIGERIAN DIASPORA STORY
Join Dr. Lillian Agbeyegbe in an inspiring conversation with Aderayo Sanni-Aderibigbe as she shares her journey from Nigeria to the US, exploring the beauty of her homeland and the blessings of a new land. Hear about her passion for Adire Desig...
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29:33
FROM KENYA TO CONNECTICUT: MY EYE-OPENING JOURNEY
In this episode join Dr. Lillian Agbeyegbe and Lydiah Owiti-Otieno in this week's Diaspora Dialogue Series as they explore the challenges and triumphs of being a Kenyan military spouse in the US. Discover how Lydiah navigates cultural adaptatio...
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HOW ONE MAN CAN AFFECT A SYSTEM WITH SOLOMON AYALEW| IMMIGRATION
In this episode of the Diaspora Dialogue series, Dr.Lilian Agbeyegbe interviewed Solomon Ayalew, an Ethiopian immigrant. Solomon shared his experiences growing up in Ohio and his current life in Maryland, a diverse state with a large African po...
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35:27
Bringing African Culture to the US Entertainment Industry with Hawanatu Kamara
Join Dr. Lillian Agbeyegbe and Hawanatu Kamara as they discuss Hawanatu's inspiring journey of migrating to the US and building a thriving business in the entertainment industry. #DiasporaDialogueSeries #AfricanCulture #USentertainm...
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37:56
Creating Room for the African Artform in the Diaspora: A Conversation with Dr. Lookman Sanusi
In this episode of The Diaspora Dialogue Series, Dr. Lillian Agbeyegbe sits down with Dr. Lookman Sanusi to explore his inspiring artistic journey. From his roots to his experiences in the diaspora, Dr. Sanusi shares his unique story, challenge...
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31:31
MAINTAINING CULTURAL IDENTITY IN A NEW LAND
In this inspiring episode, we dive into Dr. Anthony Olalere's inspiring journey as he navigated the new land as a PhD student- uncovering the challenges, triumphs, and the profound impact it had on his perspective on religion, family & care...
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42:25
Not Everyone Needs To Start With CNA in the USA
In this episode, we dive into Dr. Lola Akolo's inspiring journey as she navigates the new land as a nurse - uncovering the challenges, triumphs and profound impact it had on her mindset.
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39:55
The new land made it possible for me to pursue my passion - Gertrude Agboli
It is not uncommon for parents to "determine" the career path for the children. Add being a last child to the mix, and you can pretty much give up on pursuing your passion. In this episode, Gertrude Agboli, a Nigerian-American, shares how the m...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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35:48
Guest: Prince Temitope Oyeyemi
Welcome to 2025! I am excited to share my conversation with serial entrepreneur, Prince Temitope Oyeyemi! It is probably safe to say the Prince had his first business meeting in the delivery room - business is in his blood. He star...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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46:33
Guest: Dr. Lookman Sanusi
Renowned thespian, Dr. Lookman Sanusi, ED, Bubbles FM joins me as my first non-US member of the diaspora on the Dialogue Series. He shares about his journey to the Diaspora through the Highly Skilled Migrant Program for professionals. He talks ...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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38:17
Special Edition: Nigerians in the Diaspora Collaborating
In the episode, we feature thoughts on the relationship between Nigerians abroad and those at home, and how they can work together from past guests - Mr. Kunle Faleti, (Mr. Housing), Mr. Chuks Eleonu, and Mr. Gbenga Ogunjimi.Share your ...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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24:40
Guest: Babajide Ajisafe
We are sharing our diverse stories on the Diaspora Dialogue Series. In this episode, Babajide Ajisafe shares that his journey to the diaspora was foretold before he was born! He did grow up in Nigeria where he focused more on money than his edu...
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43:34
Guest: Boye Asenuga
Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Diaspora Dialogue Series with LA. In this episode, love wins again! Designer icon, Boye Asenuga trained as a lawyer, but her love for fashion, growing up with a fashionista mother, had her designin...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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44:46
Guest: Engr Tinah Ibironke
Hi! Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Diaspora Dialogue Series with LA. My guest, Engineer Tinah Ibironke grew up to follow in her father's footsteps and become an engineer. She did not remain in Nigeria to join his fir...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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47:18
Guests: Mr. Babafemi Okubanjo and Eni Okubanjo
In this episode, my guests are Mr. Babafemi Okubanjo and his daughter, Eniola. Mr. Okubanjo was living his best life, having retired as a Permanent Secretary with a state government, and being a pioneer staff with the federal government's...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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42:26
Guest: Boma Akainy
Hi! Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Diaspora Dialogue Series with LA. My guest, Boma Akainy, got in trouble for saying she would live in the United States one day, when she was growing up. No female person from ...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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29:04
Guest: Dr. Chichi Nwajei
Hi! On this episode of the Diaspora Dialogue Series with LA, my guest is Dr. Chichi Nwajei. an optometrist based in Maryland. Dr. Chichi was visiting the US and volunteered with an eye clinic, where she learned lessons that encouraged her to st...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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41:28
Guest: Gbenga Ogunjimi
Gbenga Ogunjimi grew up wanting to be a military officer from growing up when the Nigerian leadership was military rule. He found out that his core interest was in leadership. That gave him the opportunity for a "Reverse Peace Corp" type progra...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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43:20
Special Edition
In this episode, we listen to previous guests, Mr Kunle Faleti, Mrs Felicia Omoni, Mr Chuks Eleonu, Rev. Dr Dayo Ekundayo and Attorney Tinu Akinshola share some notable cultural differences between Nigeria and the diaspora, what they miss about...
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20:49
Guest: Attorney Tinu Akinshola
After Attorney Tinu Akinshola graduated with her degree in law, she got married and relocated to the United States to join her husband. She was not able to pursue her interests to join federal agencies immediately because though she had a green...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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57:22
Guest: Rev. Dr. Dayo Ekundayo
It was exciting news to have received a government scholarship to attend graduate school in Nursing in the United States in 1986. What Dayo Ekundayo did not know then was that shortly after arriving in the United States, she would have to sleep...
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43:37
Guest: Chuks Eleonu
In this episode, host, Dr. Lillian Agbeyegbe speaks to Chuks Eleonu, who is in the DMV area. Chuks story is an interesting one, from choosing to come to America over going to Europe to cut the time of learning a new language, to having his fath...
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48:33
Guest: Mrs. Felicia Olaitan Omoni
Today's guest, Mrs. Felicia Olaitan Omoni shares about her journey to the United States. She came with her husband and they made several efforts to go back to Nigeria when he graduated from the seminary. It was years later when her husband need...
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41:31
Guest: Kunle Faleti - "Mr. Housing."
One day, Kunle was in Nigeria, married and "making change." Another day, he was arriving in the United States, a beneficiary of the American visa lottery. How did he fit into the banking industry? What did he think of his experience with blue c...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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