I AM...

Janet sits down with social entrepreneur and influencer, Uyi Omorogbe. The two discuss what inspired NASO, the significance of giving back to the African diaspora, and how Uyi maintains a sense of self despite social media fame.

Janet holds a conversation with her friend, Laurie Williams. The two discuss how Laurie maintains a positive perspective despite her personal and professional challenges. Laurie also shares her reactions after the insurrection of January 6th on our nation's Capitol.

Janet sits down with Ofelia Alonso, a queer woman and community organizer. In this episode we learn the challenges one faces as a progressive community organizer in Texas, along with what led Ofelia to leave her church, the Jehovah's Witnesses.

Janet sits down with Columbia Law School graduate, Udodilim Nnamdi, to discuss what led her to law school and how her acceptance inspired her to aid others in their law school prospects. In this episode we learn how Udodilim maintains a strong sense of self through self-regulation and friendship. As a Nigerian-American, Udodilim also provides a fascinating outlook on the complexity of blackness in America.

Janet holds a conversation with two friends in the armed forces–Jessica Gonzalez and Yasmine Guzman. Through conversation one learns what inspired Jessica and Yasmine to join the military and how they overcame adversity to become the sound individuals they are today. 

"Identity is an ever flowing concept...that can be told by the endowed, not the beholden." I AM... is a podcast about identity hosted by Janet Ekezie. It's through dialogue with her guests that Janet uncovers how they maintain a strong sense of self despite life's inequities.