A Kenyan-American in the US

A Kenyan-American in the US

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A Kenyan-American in the US episodes

  • S1 E8 - Evolving as a foreign citizen from diverse cultures
    In this episode, Grace discusses her evolution as a 'global citizen', as she gets acclimated and integrated in the US culture and contrasts that experience with her Kenyan foundation. We love hearing from our listeners - email us at [email protected]
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    32 min
  • S1 E7 - Convergence of Culture, Work and Parenting in a Pandemic
    In this episode, we highlight diverse challenges faced by intercultural parents. We also provide tips to help us come out ahead. Our families can come out of this pandemic stronger, our kids more enlightened, and our perspectives much more informed. We love hearing from listeners, whether you just want to talk about your challenges, or share your winning tips, we'd love to hear from you at [email protected]
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    37 min
  • S1 E6 - Pandemic Effects | Job Loss Next Steps
    In this episode, Grace walks us through some considerations to keep in mind in case of a job loss. With the spread of COVID-19, local businesses are trying to stay afloat, which means layoffs in some cases. This episode gives some pointers to help with the next steps...
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    18 min
  • S1 E5 - Money Values | Recessions | Culture
    In this episode, Grace explores money perspectives from different cultures. She explore this in the context of recessions, how to weather an economic downturn, and how to align personal finances with our values. Join us and enjoy!
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    37 min
  • S1 E4 - Body Image, Sports, and Kids
    In today's episode, Steve joins us to provide context on body image discussions. We go into his experiences in school sports, and effects on his identity. Would he recommend that for his kids? Listen and let us know what you think at [email protected]
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    31 min
  • S1 E3 - Body Image and Ethnic Creation Stories
    In this episode we contrast experiences of body image while living in Kenya vs in the United States. We also continue previous discussions about folk stories, and tribal creation stories. Share your perspectives and comments with me on [email protected]
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    29 min
  • S1 E2 - Experiences of being a foreigner in the usa and elsewhere
    In today's episode, my husband and I talk about our experiences of being foreign. He was a foreigner visiting Kenya, and I was a foreigner visiting the usa. Join us and share in our thoughts! As a Kenyan American, these two worlds fascinate me now. We'd love to hear from you about experiences you want to share - email the show at [email protected]
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    36 min
  • S1 E1 - Funny cultural perspectives of bedtime stories and kid songs
    In this episode, I go over some stories & songs from the American culture and the Kenyan culture that my husband and I find odd. You'll find major gaps in cultural knowledge!. (Depending on who's the foreign one). Email us some funny stories from your cultural exposure at [email protected]
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    36 min
  • 3 - What to do when you lose your job.
    Today's episode is the first since the COVID-19 outbreak started. We acknowledge the new normal, and share some tips to help us "rise like phoenixes out of the ashes" once this situation is behind us. We talk about how to handle job loss, maintain your earning potential, while guarding your finances.
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    17 min
  • 2 - Recessions come and go, what to do?
    Today's episode explores a topic that has caused some anxiety among many investors and in households. This is - a possible impending recession. Many wonder what they can do to stave off the worst effects of an economic downturn, or how to recession-proof their finances. This episodes gives actionable tips to help calm the nerves, and set you up to weather such an economic storm.
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    13 min

About A Kenyan-American in the US

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- Our show is a fun platform to explore the cultural gaps in knowledge of 'aliens' in a new country. Within all that, we keep it real, we talk about personal finances, family formation, our careers…