Eight Plus One-The Classroom

The tale of being raised in the ghetto of Brikama Dirimakolong, The Gambia. The Kansas City  podcaster's story is that of a child whose parents have module him to become who he is. "Only God know what I would have become if my mother was not very strict and uncompromising with me. My environment was not a friendly one. It was a hub for alcoholism, prostitution and petty crime".  

 I am a product of Brikama Dirimakolong, I will never shy away from it and I wouldn't want it any other way.

The tale of being raised in the ghetto of Brikama Dirimakolong, The Gambia. The Kansas City  podcaster's story is that of a child whose parents have module him to become who he is. "Only God know what I would have become if my mother was not very strict and uncompromising with me. My environment was not a friendly one. It was a hub for alcoholism, prostitution and petty crime".

I am a product of Brikama Dirimakolong, I will never shy away from it and I wouldn't want it any other way.

Fannies West African Cosine is becoming a staple in the restaurant dominated streets of Kansas City. The West African inspired dinery is located in the iconic Troost Avenue of Kansas City. Ms. Fannie Gibson is the woman power behind it. Her passion for cooking has taken her from cooking at home to owning a Kansas city Chamber of Commerce recognized restaurant and a two time participant of the Kansas City Restaurant Week. She takes us through her  beautiful journey in the  United States,   An extraordinary story of a champion lady whose heights is limitless.

This Dynamic Duo is a beautiful mixture of Grace and fight. Courtney Atg Epperson is father among fathers, a teacher among teachers and a master of what he does. The 6 Times National Championship The Boxing Ballerina is a no regular person.  She lives and breathe the lifestyle of a boxer and a champ. Her dedication to the sport has separated her from her competition and fighters in her age and reach.  I was grateful to have them on Eight Plus One - The Classroom.

Gandoe Mulbah is a young actor who lives in Kansas City, He share his upbringing and the influence of having African parents, how his mother dealt with the US immigration system.  Mulbah is a fighter at heart and a great talent.

This great word smith is a proud son of the soils of Compton California. The home of many Hip Hop greats like Dr. Dre, Eazy E , Kendrick Lamar, Y.G and many other music producers. King speaks on his journey into the music world, and the ups and down of the music game. The Budding MC speaks on his writing technique and his love for Lil Wayne.

Life's a journey with no road map and final destiny. in this journey will go through beautiful faces and trying times. Brandie Martin is a mother of 4 who has fought addiction and overcame it. She has regained her life from the suffering that addiction brings.

Kansas city's uprising artist shares the tales of being molested by a family friend and cousin. Teddy did not allow his crazy upbringing to limit his desire to be a superstar.  

 Like many aspiring to be great Teddy overcoming his huddles as they come.

Tahir takes us through his turbulent journey across the Sahara Desert and through the Mediterranean Sea. A journey many young Africans risk their lives to take in the believe of finding greener pasture in Europe. 

Regina is the owner and operator of Gina's Braiding Lounge. A braiding salon in Kansas City, Kansas. The young Entrepreneur was born and raised in the Republic of The Gambia. At a young age she immigrated to the United States and weathered so many storms to get to where she is today.