Two Bees In A Pod

Two Bees In A Pod

By Bee Lola and B.E. LyongaSociety & Culture
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Two Bees In A Pod episodes

  • B Day: Older and (none the) wiser

    In this episode we're celebrating one of the Bee's birthdays by sharing some life advice, talking about how we met, and why we decided to start this podcast. We also share some feedback from our listeners, and thank you all for coming along on this journey with us. Cheers to the future!




    Opening/Closing music from UpbeatMusic https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/botswana License code: CNXX5ILE1JOBZYM2

    1 hr 38 min
  • Ssshhh! It's a Taboo!

    In this episode the Bees discuss some topics that have been taboo in our communities, but that we (and many of you) believe need to be brought out into the open. Please listen to the content warning at the beginning of the episode.




    Opening/Closing music from UpbeatMusic https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/botswana License code: CNXX5ILE1JOBZYM2

    1 hr 39 min
  • In Our Feelings: Holidays Around the World & Seasonal Depression

    As we enter the holiday season, the Bees discuss our first impressions of American holidays, and some adjustments immigrants make when integrating into this culture. We also talk about seasonal depression and mental health struggles around the holidays.



    Opening/Closing music from UpbeatMusic https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/botswana License code: CNXX5ILE1JOBZYM2

    1 hr 15 min
  • Diaspora Wars: Stereotypes & Fallacies Between Communities

    In this episode the Bees discuss the online phenomenon known as Diaspora Wars, and the harmful negative stereotypes that Africans and Black Americans have about each other. We also go on a lengthy (but entertaining) side bar about Afrobeats.



    Opening/Closing music from UpbeatMusic https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/botswana License code: CNXX5ILE1JOBZYM2

    1 hr 15 min
  • My African Childhood: Boarding School

    In this episode, the Bees discuss our experiences as boarding school students in Cameroon: the good, the bad, and the ugly. A heads up that this episode may not be suitable for all listeners as we mention child abuse, bullying, and predatory behavior.



    Opening/Closing music from UpbeatMusic https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/botswana License code: CNXX5ILE1JOBZYM2

    1 hr 19 min
  • Things They Didn't Teach Us: Money

    In this episode the Bees talk about learning the American banking and financial system as immigrants. We also discuss financial milestones and goals, and the pressure to "keep up with the Joneses".





    Opening/Closing music from UpbeatMusic https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/botswana License code: CNXX5ILE1JOBZYM2

    1 hr 18 min
  • Navigating Corporate America

    In this episode the Bees discuss some of the challenges immigrants may face when adapting to corporate culture and some of the things we, and other immigrants do to fit in.

    Opening/Closing music from UpbeatMusic
    https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/botswana
    License code: CNXX5ILE1JOBZYM2

    1 hr 15 min
  • The Pursuit of Education: Johnny Just Come
    In our pilot episode, the Two Bees discuss our experiences in the United States as international students, the challenges of adjusting to a new life and navigating the immigration system.
    Opening/Closing music from UpbeatMusic
    https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/botswana
    License code: CNXX5ILE1JOBZYM2
    1 hr 16 min

About Two Bees In A Pod

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Bee Lola and B.E. Lyonga are the hosts of Two Bees In A Pod. Two Cameroonian immigrant women discussing our experiences in the United States, our perspectives on navigating various aspects of life…