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The More Sibyl Podcast is hosted by Mo! Sibyl - a Nigerian-born, US-educated, Korean-speaking, Struggling Intellectual. The More Sibyl Podcast is a podcast about culture and culture nomads designed for Blacks and Asians and those who love them. On The More Sibyl Podcast, Mo! talks mostly with an invited guest, who she is inspired by, on a variety of issues, related to cultural experiences or other lived experiences related to third culture. If your concept of home is fluid, you feel like you are neither here nor there, or you consider yourself a cultural hybrid, then this podcast is for you. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mosibyl/support
Episodes
Thursday May 21, 2020
Thursday May 21, 2020
The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with Folahan Ojolowo – Suicide Survivor & Mental Health Advocate
What does depression look like? We don't always know the answer to this as it manifests in different ways. Mental health issues, such as depression, are globally underdiagnosed. And in Nigeria, limited access to mental health services coupled with attitudes and behaviors towards seeking help result in a mentally unhealthy population. Statistically, men are also less likely to seek help for medical issues, especially those related to mental health. But one man is working on changing this narrative. Having suffered from chronic depression for years coupled with surviving sexual abuse as a child, all which led to suicidal attempts, he now uses his voice to help others, especially the younger generation.
This is Folahanmi Ojolowo’s story. He is the founder of Lovemade Foundation, a mental health youth network geared at helping people find the root cause of their mental health illnesses and to help them heal from their emotional pains.
Read more on www.mosibyl.com
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Friday May 15, 2020
Friday May 15, 2020
The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with Angel Moms (Part II)
Last year, I made a promise to a sister who was going through (in)fertility challenges that I was going to keep in touch with her, in a bid to make her journey lighter. I am happy to say that I kept that promise. We have communicated since then weekly and even met up in Dallas last year. After doing this episode, we both have now decided to make this a yearly pod follow-up.
In this episode, we shared our current states of mind, reflected on the past year, and designed the future. Know anyone like us, who’s been “trying” for quite a while and needs a little pick-me-up? Why not share this episode with them.
Let’s keep hope alive and take joy in everything that already abounds within and around us.
Recommended Song: “Up Again” – Dan Bremnes (2018)
Read more on www.mosibyl.com
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Thursday May 07, 2020
Thursday May 07, 2020
The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with Abena Boakyewa-Ansah
Here’s introducing Abena Boakyewa-Ansah, a first-generation Black British woman, living in the American South since 2016. She was born in Scotland, raised in England by her Ghanaian father and Trinidadian mother. After studying the American Civil War as an undergraduate, she learned the untapped power of black narratives in American history, and how they can inform pursuits of racial justice, equality, and reconciliation, today. This led her to where she is now, Nashville, Tennessee, pursuing her Ph.D. in History. Besides being a self-confessed nerd, Abena is a woman of faith, enjoying theology and seeking to ask the hard questions of the world and life, in order to have a deeper understanding of God.
And in this episode, we explored her identity via her ancestral roots and the one borne in Christ. We also talked about surviving America, racial identity, mental issues in grad school, and dating in your 20s.
PS: S/O to Dr. Ayomide Adebayo for the introduction.
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Recommended song: “Yesterday Everyday Always” – Tatiana Manaois (2020)
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Thursday Apr 30, 2020
Thursday Apr 30, 2020
The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with Ada the Explorer – Catching the Travel Bug
Meet Adaeze Vanessa Nnanna (aka Ada) – In-house counsel (lawyer) by day, tourist at night, and founder of Tourmate by Ada the Explorer. I met Ada earlier in January when I was visiting Nigeria. While recuperating post-surgery, I needed an outing to get me out of my funk. And Ada’s scavenger hunt around Lagos was just what I needed (don’t tell my doctor). As a Lagosian, I have to admit (with my tail tucked between my legs) that as a Lagosian, Ada’s tour around Lagos Island gave me a fresh set of eyes to admire places I’d frequented several times. It’s funny how Lagos becomes tender when you give her a wee bit of attention. Thanks to Ada.
In this episode, we talk tourism – its challenges and opportunities, her travel logs, why we all need to explore Nigeria more, and a strong need for the Nigerian government to boost tourism as a major export.
PS: Ada asked me about my love for Korea and was shocked to learn I was not married to a Korean, haha. She also asked me to speak some Korean, and I proudly did :-D
Download here: https://bit.ly/AdannaDL2020
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Thursday Apr 23, 2020
Thursday Apr 23, 2020
The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with Olivier Day – On Awakening the Awesome in Us
Let’s take a trip to Haiti, everyone, with today’s guest – Olivier Day. Olivier is the host of Awakening The Awesome Podcast where he talks on personal insights, showing people that you don’t have to be a superstar to be a SUPERSTAR. He truly strives to awaken the awesomeness in all of us.
Haiti is known to have a rich cultural history, and its people are resilient people having been through a lot together from natural disasters to economic hardships and corrupt, inept governance, and yet still stand strong. They are known to be entrepreneurial, warm-hearted, fun-loving, positive, uncomplicated, welcoming, and also a HUGE sense of pride. Could that be the pride that made our guest face adversity and still come out strong? As a Nigerian, I could not help but draw the parallels between my country and Haiti.
Olivier and I also talked about his marriage; how he purged the toxicity that almost damaged his marriage and the need for men to be more open and vulnerable with their partners. I also asked about parenting tips – the ones he’s recycling from his father and things he’s doing differently.
My overall impression of Olivier is this -
Here’s a man who shows that strength comes from admitting one’s weakness, having the courage to change, and knowing that changing the world begins with changing oneself.
- Check out his podcast and learn more about Olivier here - http://awakentheawesome.ca/
- S/O to Naga and Stephanie.
More details on www.mosibyl.com
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Thursday Apr 16, 2020
Thursday Apr 16, 2020
The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with FEGGO Girls - We Were Once Girls: Episode 3 (2020)
Here’s an episode about a flashback. To a time when we were girls, and our earthy possessions could be condensed into two Ghana-must-go boxes. To a time when colored checkered house wears and white shirts and pinafores were as unique as identifiers as social media handles. To a time when mobile phones were non-existent, and the only source of entertainment we had was found within and through ourselves. To a time when we made music with plates, pots, stainless steel pots, Vinod cutlery, banging school desks to produce beats. When we tucked in our blue-dyed white blouses, flew our white shorts, shortened our skirts, and oiled our eyebrow and lips with Vaseline. To a time when chewing gum, eating sardines, scaling walls were as Kosher as putting the “#” after the operative word.
Evoked enough nostalgia in you or not?
Here’s an episode about the six years we spent in boarding house – the defining moments, friendships made, myths and folklores, our impressions of each other, the labors we endured, and most importantly, how all these have shaped us into the fine women we are today. You will hear from two of my good friends – Kehinde Melbury (Tinubu (pink) house, formerly of SS3D, and now customs officer at the Nigerian Customs Service) and Dr. Olivia Fasola (Manuwa (blue) house, formerly of SS3E, and a family physician).
PS: This episode was shot in January during a sleepover at Dr. Fasola’s house when it was still legal to be in close proximity to people.
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Guests Bio link and show notes here: www.mosibyl.com/podcast/feggogirls2020
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Thursday Apr 09, 2020
Thursday Apr 09, 2020
The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: Of Women and Bikes
Dear Mosiblings!
Woot, woot! She’s back!
Welcome to Season 3 – triple the sauce, spunk, guts, and glory! In this episode, I did a recap of Season 2, highlighting the moments that helped us build community around hot issues like women’s health, immigration, mental health, marriage, divorce, faith, and so much more. You also get to hear a sneak peek of some of the hot episodes I will be sharing in this new season.
I also shared some practical tips on how to learn bike riding as a fearful, chubby (or otherwise) adult. Including how to choose the right bike, overcoming the fear of falling, balancing, pedaling, and links to helpful YouTube videos (see show notes).
Based on listener feedback (thank you, Mr. Kenny!), the song playlists for Seasons 1 and 2 are now available on Spotify!
Join our mailing list here!
Hope you enjoy this episode!
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Show Notes
- Season 1 Spotify Playlist: http://bit.ly/moplayer1
- Season 2 Spotify Playlist: http://bit.ly/moplayertwo
- Join the mailing list - https://www.mosibyl.com/contact-us
- YouTube Bike-riding tips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NIsDrtPTTd8 and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyLlw1CgXf8
- About Moradeun Balogun:
My review of her podcast: https://mosibyl.substack.com/p/becoming-by-design
Her friend’s tribute episode: https://anchor.fm/becomingbydesign/episodes/Moving-Forward-With-Grief-ebl0bh
Follow her podcast to get updates: https://www.instagram.com/becomingbydesign/
Thursday Apr 09, 2020
Thursday Jan 30, 2020
Thursday Jan 30, 2020
The More Sibyl Podcast Presents:
If I could make a list of the many ways I would have wanted to herald in the new year, undergoing a major surgery would never have been on that list. But it was precisely what happened this year. With the excitement of the new year also came the frightened resolve to put my life and body on the line, yet again, for a chance to have a somewhat pain-free life.
And while I cannot go into the specifics yet, in this episode, you will hear just how my surgical experience helped me with a perspective shift that could possibly last all through this year and beyond. Also, I did lots of shout-outs to my friends and family who saw me through this painful but illuminating period.
I hope this episode gives someone else too the courage to keep seeking answers to those health questions that seem unresolved. Here’s wishing you the best of health and may a lot of good things happen to you as well in this new year.
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Recommended song: “아주 먼 훗날 (A Long Way From Now) [OST: The Crowed Clown]” – SE O (세오) (2019)
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Tuesday Dec 31, 2019
Tuesday Dec 31, 2019
THE MORE SIBYL PODCAST PRESENTS: THE ONE WITH T-DAWG (AGAIN) – ON GOING BACK HOME TO NIGERIA
It’s been eight years since T-Dawg visited Nigeria. Before we boarded the plane, I did a sesh with him to gauge his expectations – which sadly were non-existent. But I did try to dig out some potential things to be excited about regarding going back home.
We also answered a personal question from one of our listeners about our braces.
Hint: If you are using your teeth, you are doing it all wrong. Well, you have to listen to find out what this is about.
Happy New Year, and may it be the best year yet!