Not Quite Foreign

Colorism - a reality or a reason to complain? Join Ye and Sochi as they discuss the state of colorism in the black community and its impact on their individual lives.

We’re back for season three! This episode of Not Quite Foreign entitled “Temperature Check” is all about catching up and cooling down. Ever want to be a fly on the wall of girl talk? Tune into this intimate conversation between two friends as Ye and Sochi reflect on their Summers and prepare for the Fall. The ladies chat about all of the things summers are made of, music, travel, dating, and growing up.  Light and fun, this episode is an easy way to get back into the NQF flow and prepare yourself for an amazing upcoming season! Also, check out the new NQF logo!

On this RAW episode of NQF, Ye and Sochi welcome special guest Chinomso Nwachuku founder of TalkNaija.org a site dedicated to reducing the stigma faced by those with mental health conditions in the Nigerian community. Chinomso opens up about his own personal journey and the group unpacks the challenges facing the African community when dealing with mental health. It's a vulnerable and much needed conversation.  Tune in now and share!

France got us f*&ked up, Nipsey is a legend, and Cocorobics may be the new it workout thing! Following the week of beloved rapper Nipsey Hussle's memorial service, Ye and Sochi unpack what it felt like to lose the legend and take a temperature check on how the "culture" is doing.  Inspired by an episode from Insecure. The host ask a difficult question. Now that we know better as black minds,  are we truly doing better as a people?

 In 2019 who really wears the pants or should we all be wearing skirts? In this provocative episode Ye and Sochi discuss the complexities of gender roles especially as it relates to black culture. In a world where some of the most renowned celebrities are being exposed for dark lives, people are increasingly questioning the value of the institution of marriage, hashtags and movements like #metoo dominate the social media and identity is no longer as simple as he and she. How do gender roles play a part in our modern day society? 

Are you willing to risk it all? Lady Ye and Sochi tackle this question and ask what it means to take risks? Are all risks worth it? What stops us from taking huge risk? Tune in as the ladies  discuss the challenges and reality of having to make the decision to risk it all.  Audiences homework-  After you listen Email/tweet/contact us and tell us what is holding you back from taking a risk in your life and why? [email protected] . We'll share your response on next show make sure you include your name/handle or state anonymous.