Sinopsis
A Nigerian in the United States of America on a mission to get smarter via conversations with interesting people from various walks of life in different countries around the world.
Episodios
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LiNYC Episode #7: Lagos-Paris-Poland | Experiences of an African in Europe
17/03/2019 Duración: 59minIn this episode of the Lagosian in New York City podcast, Lagosian is joined by a Nigerian based in Europe who describes her positive and negative experiences living abroad. They discuss what life is for African students and workers in Europe. Follow Lagosian @Lagosianinnyc on Twitter and Instagram. Message me on Twitter or Instagram if you want to be a guest, suggest a topic, or place an advert. Phone:+2349034681246 (Nigeria), +16173839610 (US) Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast. Lagosian in New York City is a Qwenu Media production.
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LiNYC Episode #6: Daniel Gbujie, founder/CEO Team 54 project | Climate change and Africa
17/03/2019 Duración: 01h14minIn this episode of the Lagosian in New York City podcast, Lagosian is joined by Daniel Gbujie - an African climate change advocate and founder/CEO of the Team54 project - a not for profit organization (www.team54project.org) that raises awareness on climate change. Daniel has advocated at the United Nations. He discusses the impact of gas flaring in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria, the consequences of uncontrolled climate change, and poor recognition of climate change on the African continent, especially as some parts of the continent, may soon become inhabitable. Daniel makes the connection between climate change, infections, insurgency, and other global conflicts. He summarizes the work of the Team54 project, specific climate change issues related to Africa, and possible solutions to this dire problem. Follow Lagosian @Lagosianinnyc on Twitter and Instagram. Message me on Twitter or Instagram if you want to be a guest, suggest a topic, or place an advert. Phone:+2349034681246 (Nigeria), +16173839610 (USA
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LiNYC Episode #5: Chuma Mbaeyi, author and global traveler | Traveling while Nigerian
08/03/2019 Duración: 46minLagosian is joined by Chuma Mbaeyi, author of the book, Treasures and Travails: An Anthology, who is also a global traveller (30 countries and counting). Chuma discusses his book and the perception of Nigerians around the world from all his travels including his fascinating experiences at the FIFA World Cup in Russia. He gives anecdotes of situations when he was profiled for traveling while Nigerian. Follow Lagosian @Lagosianinnyc on Twitter and Instagram. Message me on Twitter or Instagram if you want to be a guest, suggest a topic, or place an advert. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast. Lagosian in New York City is a Qwenu Media production.
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LiNYC Episode #4: Brain Drain - Destination USA: Why Nigerian doctors leave home
02/03/2019 Duración: 51minIn this episode of the Lagosian in New York City podcast, Lagosian discusses with a highly skilled Nigerian doctor who left home after medical school for the United States in search of better opportunities. They discuss the real reasons why Nigerian doctors leave home in large numbers. Their stimulating conversation highlights the problems of the Nigerian health sector along with potential solutions. Follow Lagosian @Lagosianinnyc on Twitter and Instagram. Message me on Twitter or Instagram if you want to be a guest, suggest a topic, or place an advert. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast. Lagosian in New York City is a Qwenu Media production.
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LiNYC Episode #3: Why Africans struggle to lose weight | Dangerous diet drinks | Health benefits of African foods
17/02/2019 Duración: 40minIn this episode, Lagosian goes solo, discussing why Africans struggle when they try to lose weight. He discusses the dietary composition of African foods, body mass index, calorie restriction and counting, then reviews the common mistakes people make when trying to lose weight. He also briefly discusses the latest evidence on the impact of diet beverages on heart health and stroke risk especially in blacks who are obese and female. Finally, he discusses new evidence that complex carbohydrates as seen in African foods may have significant health benefits. Follow Lagosian @lagosianinnyc on Twitter and Instagram. Leave a message if you want to be a guest, suggest a topic, or place an advert. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast. Lagosian in New York City is a Qwenu Media Production.
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LiNYC Episode #2: Totti | Liverpool doesn't have the liver to win the EPL | Arsenal problems | UEFA Champions League predictions
10/02/2019 Duración: 42minIn this episode of the Lagosian in New York City podcast, Lagosian is joined by Totti, a passionate Arsenal Football Club fan who explains why Arsenal are struggling in the English Premiership League (EPL). Lagosian and his guest discuss Liverpool Football Club's chances of winning the EPL as Manchester City appears to regain form, and also discuss the upcoming UEFA Champions League games. Follow Lagosian @Lagosianinnyc on Twitter and Instagram. Message me on Twitter or Instagram if you want to be a guest, suggest a topic, or place an advert. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast. Lagosian in New York City is a Qwenu Media production.
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LiNYC Episode #1: Damola Richards | ASUU strikes and Nigerian vs. US education
10/02/2019 Duración: 42minIn this episode of the Lagosian in New York City podcast, Lagosian is joined by Mr Damola Richards - a Nigerian based in the Washington DC metro area of the United States who left Nigeria many years ago after his undergraduate education was continually interrupted by multiple ASUU strikes. Mr Richards describes his experiences at home and why he chose not to complete his undergraduate degree in a Nigerian university (despite not being far from graduation), instead choosing to come to the United States to start afresh. Lagosian and his guest discuss the impact of ASUU strikes on Nigerian youth and compare the Nigerian vs. US tertiary education systems. Follow Lagosian @Lagosianinnyc on Twitter and Instagram. Message me on Twitter or Instagram if you want to be a guest, suggest a topic, or place an advert. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast. Lagosian in New York City is a Qwenu Media production.