For Micronesians by Micronesians

For Micronesians by Micronesians

By Angela EdwardSociety & Culture
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For Micronesians by Micronesians episodes

  • The Miseducation of your host (Angela); hosted by Leah McDowell
    On today's episode, we discuss the Education system and how it has impacted the Micronesian population-- from the beginning back home to how the diaspora is impacting our Micronesian students. Leah McDowell was our proxy host. Leah is a Micronesian ally and Social Worker living in Minneapolis. As mentioned in the episode, for more opportunities and information, please contact the IG page with inquiries.
    24 min
  • More on Mental Health with Selina Leem

    On this episode, I spoke with Selina Leem. Selina is a Marshallese daughter and advocate of equity for our people. She creates her own content that inspires many and today, we talked on mental illness and the many facets that have play in impacting our people. From coping skills to chemical dependency discussed, there wasn't enough time to go over it all. We tried though. Listen in to hear more!

    44 min
  • #StopAsianHate with Kim Ada Koci

    On today's episode, I talk with Kim Ada Koci who works as a Culture & Engagement Professional. Kim was raised in Saipan and now lives in Kentucky. She is mixed race, representing both Micronesian & Asian identities. We discuss the epidemic of racism on the Asian population and how Micronesians can be better allies!

    34 min
  • BONUS EPISODE: Self Care, Hydration, & Growth as a BIPOC Womxn

    On this episode, I talk with Jacqueline Thanh who is Creator of The Golden Palanquin. We have discussions that span over several topics while still addressing the need for space and stressors of being professional BIPOC Womxn in a world of colonialism. I interviewed Jacquie for this episode and she also had me (aka your host Angela Edward) as a guest on her podcast Hella Loud! Feel free to listen to both!

    40 min
  • Medicaid for Micronesians- A Discussion with Michelle Pedro

    On today's episode, I talk with Michelle Pedro who works with A-COM in Northwest Arkansas. Michelle talks more with me about the journey for Medicaid Restoration and the long fight to get there. We also discuss the complexity of not knowing exactly where to go next. Listen in for more info!

    31 min
  • A Personal Story from Ella Quimby

    On today's episode, Ella Quimby (who identifies as she/her) shared her personal story. This episode is a beautiful testimony provided by Ella who was open and honest about her personal journey of identity. Listen in to hear more!

    31 min
  • Pingelap; The Island of the Colorblind with Sanne De Wilde

    On today's episode, I talked with the phenomenal Sanne De Wilde. Sanne is a Micronesian ally and Belgian photographer. Sanne received attention after her work on the Island of Pingelap where she photographed the local people and tied it in with the island being unique that the people have the highest population per capita of individuals diagnosed with achromatopsia. Her work in Pingelap gained national attention and she was featured giving a TED Talk on her work. Listen in and hear her thoughts of working with our people!

    36 min

About For Micronesians by Micronesians

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Welcome! For Micronesians by Micronesians is a platform that is all things Micronesian! The podcast was created for the month of May to highlight 30 Micronesians in 30 days in order to honor Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month.