EP 79 - Africa In Crisis

In This Episode: 

2020 has been one heck of a year, and Africa is one continent that felt the brunt of it. From the pandemic to genocides, massacres, poverty, hunger, and a lot more. 

The beautiful continent of Africa has been in crisis, and it's significantly due to bad governance. I feel that we Africans, especially us in the diaspora, should come together to find a solution. How can we join forces with our brothers and sisters in Africa to build our continent back to greatness? 

Mentioned In This Episode:

1. Speak up for Zimbabwe: http://www.excusemyafrican.com/2020/08/ep-78-speak-up-for-zimbabwe.html
2. #EndSARS: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/End_SARS
3. Lekki Toll Gate Massacre: https://www.cnn.com/2020/11/18/africa/lagos-nigeria-lekki-toll-gate-feature-intl/index.html 
4. DJ Switch: https://www.instagram.com/djswitch_ 
5. CNN: https://www.cnn.com/ 
6. Cameroon Crisis: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anglophone_Crisis | https://www.instagram.com/p/CHtD_t1D8t5/ | https://www.instagram.com/p/CHtJn1BD1t2/ 
7. Tanzania: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tanzania 
8. South Africa: https://www.gov.za/ 
9. Uganda: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uganda 
10. Liberia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liberia 
11. African Diaspora Community: https://www.instagram.com/realafricandiasporacommunity 

Connect:

Email: excusemyafrican@gmail.com

Website: http://www.excusemyafrican.com/

Stella Damasus Blog: http://www.stelladamasusblog.com

Stella Damasus Website : https://www.stelladamasus.com 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/excusemyafrican 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realexcusemyafrican/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Excuse-My-African-1360118967397852/ 

EP 66 - WHY AFRICAN FOOD IS THE BEST

In This Episode:

After a trip to my county Nigeria, I realize that there is a major difference between the ‘organic food’ we believe we consume in the USA; and the authentic organic food grown in Africa.

Connect:

Email: excusemyafrican@gmail.com
Website: http://www.excusemyafrican.com/
Stella Damasus Blog: http://www.stelladamasusblog.com
Stella Damasus Website : https://www.stelladamasus.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/excusemyafrican
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realexcusemyafrican/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Excuse-My-African-1360118967397852/

EP 30 - The African Narrative

In This Episode:

Since the release of Black Panther, there has been a massive increase in the love and appreciation of African Culture, African Fashion, African Music, and African Dance. As a matter of fact, more people have gotten their DNA tested to determine their Ancestry, and people now celebrate whatever percent of African they have in them!

We are very happy to see all the love people have for Africa, but we can’t help but wonder when the AFRICAN PEOPLE would receive as much love and acceptance as AFRICA.

Mentioned In This Episode:
1. Black Panther: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1825683/
2. Dashiki: https://www.dashikipride.com
3. Wakanda: http://marvel.com/universe/Wakanda#axzz5DBadyKla
4. Amazon Queens of Dahomey: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dahomey_Amazons
5. Mansa Kankan Musa: https://www.history.com/news/who-was-the-richest-man-in-history-mansa-musa
6. An African Girl Abroad: https://www.facebook.com/AnAfricanGirlAbroad/
7. Mon Afrik TV: https://www.monafriktv.com
8. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com

Connect:
Email: excusemyafrican@gmail.com
Website: http://www.excusemyafrican.com/
Stella Damasus Blog: http://www.stelladamasusblog.com
Stella Damasus Website : https://www.stelladamasus.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/excusemyafrican
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realexcusemyafrican/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Excuse-My-African-1360118967397852/

EP 28 - Winnie Mandela

In This Episode:

She was a woman of strength, she was a woman of courage, she was a woman who fought for her people. She was an anti-apartheid activist, a politician and she was the mother of South Africa.

Winnie Mandela, a true African woman.

Mentioned In This Episode:
1. Winnie Mandela: http://www.sahistory.org.za/people/winnie-madikizela-mandela
2. African National Congress (ANC Party) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/African_National_Congress 
3. Nelson Mandela - https://www.nelsonmandela.org/content/page/biography
4. South Africa - http://country.southafrica.net/country/us/en

Connect:
Email: excusemyafrican@gmail.com
Website: http://www.excusemyafrican.com/
Stella Damasus Blog: http://www.stelladamasusblog.com
Stella Damasus Website : https://www.stelladamasus.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/excusemyafrican
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realexcusemyafrican/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Excuse-My-African-1360118967397852/

EP 20 - Unsung African Heroes: "Abebech Gobena"

In This Episode:

When you speak of ‘Heroes’ in Africa, you immediately think of people like Nelson Mandela, Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, Desmond Tutu and others. However, Africa has a lot of other Unsung Heroes.

Today, I will introduce you to Africa’s Mother Teresa; Abebech Gobena.

Mentioned In This Episode:
1. Abebech Gobena : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abebech_Gobena  
2. Agohelma : http://agohelma.org 
3. Ethiopia : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethiopia
4. Mother Teresa : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mother_Teresa
5. Africa : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Africa
6. Google : https://www.google.com
7. Addis Ababa : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Addis_Ababa

Connect:
Email: excusemyafrican@gmail.com
Website: http://www.excusemyafrican.com/
Stella Damasus Blog: http://www.stelladamasusblog.com
Stella Damasus Website : https://www.stelladamasus.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/excusemyafrican
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realexcusemyafrican/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Excuse-My-African-1360118967397852/

EP 11 - The African Natural Life

In This Episode:

My grandfather lived to be over 100 years old. I always wondered how he made it so far, until one day it hit me. Even in his 80’s and 90’s he would go all the way to his farm to get fresh ingredients to cook.
He never used a microwave or ate canned or processed foods. He and my grandmother always turned to natural remedies when they were ill, which they rarely were.

My grandparents were all about the ‘organic life’. Isn’t it funny how the world is coming back to this lifestyle? Organic foods, Natural Hair, Natural Remedies.

The world is gradually returning to 'The African Natural Life’.

Mentioned In This Episode:
1. Africa Victory Hour - https://mikearnoldministries.wordpress.com/africa-victory-hour/
2. Mr. Mike Arnold - https://mikearnoldministries.wordpress.com
3. Sprouts - https://www.sprouts.com
4. Palm Wine - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palm_wine
5. Zobo - http://www.naijachef.com/recipe/zobo-drink-hibiscus-drink/
6. Ori (Shea Butter) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shea_butter
7. 4c Hair - https://blacknaps.org/know-your-hair-type/
8. Palm Oil - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palm_oil   

Connect:
Email: excusemyafrican@gmail.com
Website: http://www.excusemyafrican.com/
Stella Damasus Blog: http://www.stelladamasusblog.com
Stella Damasus Website : https://www.stelladamasus.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/excusemyafrican
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realexcusemyafrican/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Excuse-My-African-1360118967397852/

EP 9 - Cartoons & Pornography

In This Episode:

I found out something about a month ago that absolutely blew my mind. It is crazy what our kids could be exposed to.

Some sick individuals decided to create a porn industry out of cartoon characters. What kills me the most, is that some even sicker individuals decided that it would be a great idea to create porn using cartoon characters from shows that our children love.

This episode is aimed at parents and guardians. We need to be very careful and do what’s necessary to protect our kids from the evils of this world.

Mentioned In This Episode:
1.  Stella Damasus Blog - (THIS POST IS FOR 18+ ONLY) http://www.stelladamasusblog.com/2017/08/why-your-child-could-be-watching-porn.html
2. Youtube - https://www.youtube.com
3. iPad - https://www.apple.com/ipad/
4. App Store - https://www.apple.com/ios/app-store/
5. Google Play Store - https://play.google.com/store?hl=en

Connect:
Email: excusemyafrican@gmail.com
Website: http://www.excusemyafrican.com/
Stella Damasus Blog: http://www.stelladamasusblog.com
Stella Damasus Website : https://www.stelladamasus.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/excusemyafrican
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realexcusemyafrican/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Excuse-My-African-1360118967397852/

EPISODE 2: THE AFRICAN & HOLLYWOOD

PROMO VIDEO:

EPISODE 2:

Having over 2 decades of experience as an actor in Africa, I knew that I was prepared to take my career to the next level, and explore the mainstream movie Industry in America; “Hollywood”. However, it would seem that Hollywood just wasn’t ready for MY kind of ‘African’.

In this episode, I will tell you about my experience with trying to break into the mainstream movie industry. The things I was told about my looks, my skin tone, my accent, and how I am not “African Enough”.

Mentioned In This Episode:

1.  Acting Coach (An Actorsplayhouse) - http://www.anactorsplayhouse.com 

2. NYC (New York City) - http://www1.nyc.gov 

3. Hollywood

Connect:

Email: excusemyafrican@gmail.com

Website: http://www.excusemyafrican.com/ 

Stella Damasus Blog: http://www.stelladamasusblog.com

Stella Damasus Website : https://www.stelladamasus.com 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/excusemyafrican 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realexcusemyafrican/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Excuse-My-African-1360118967397852/

EPISODE 1: THE INTRODUCTION

In This Episode:
This is the first episode of Excuse My African; where I introduce myself, the inspiration behind the podcast and what to expect every week.

Mentioned In This Episode:
1. Stella Damasus - www.stelladamasus.com/
2. Teakisi Blog - teakisi.com/
3. Stella Damasus Blog -www.stelladamasusblog.com/2017/04/excu…african.html
4. Frank Uyakonwu
5. TED Talk - www.ted.com/talks

Connect:
Email: excusemyafrican@gmail.com
Website: www.excusemyafrican.com/
Stella Damasus Blog: www.stelladamasusblog.com
Twitter: twitter.com/excusemyafrican
Instagram: www.instagram.com/realexcusemyafrican/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/Excuse-My-Africa…360118967397852/

Excuse My African Podcast Promo

Welcome, 

"Excuse My African" is a podcast that is hosted by Stella Damasus, a Nigerian born, American based Actor, Singer, Speaker and Producer. 

This podcast was born out of an article Stella wrote, and it gained so much attention that she decided to build something bigger out of it. 
Through this platform, she will share her experiences and challenges, as well as her thoughts on different topics; ranging from Politics to Religion, Sex, Business, Entertainment, Human Rights and just about everything that pertains to Life as we know it; from the perspective of a misrepresented and misunderstood African Girl Abroad.

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