EP 86 - Dehumanizing Women In Africa

 

In This Episode: 

For the longest time, women have been treated poorly around the world, but especially in Africa. A lot of us have been fighting for the rights of WOMEN in Africa for decades. However, at the time, advocacy wasn't an 'in thing.' We were insulted and referred to as what is known as 'clout chasers.' 

Now, advocacy seems to be an in, and every other day there is a new hashtag. While this is great, because the louder the voice, the better, we need to make sure that we are not just making noise and chasing our tails. We need to change tactics and look inward; change will begin with society first. 

Mentioned In This Episode:

1. STIWANIST: http://www.excusemyafrican.com/2020/12/ep-80-stiwanist.html 
2. Aljazeera: https://www.aljazeera.com/ 
3. Stella Damasus Aljazeera Interview: https://youtu.be/nypkT5OewuA 

Connect:

Email: excusemyafrican@gmail.com

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

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/excusemyafrican 

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/excusemyafrican 

EP 80 - The Stiwanist

In This Episode: 

STIWANISM addresses the conditions and needs of the continental African woman on the African continent.

I am passionate about advocating for the modern African woman who is strong, smart, and resilient to wake up to the options she has. She should no longer be satisfied with the options created for her even before she was born.

I believe that we should pay more attention to the African woman's experiences and the need to redefine who we truly are and our positions in society.

Mentioned In This Episode:

1. Stiwanist: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/African_feminism 
2. Domestic Violence: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/domestic-violence 
3. Early Child Marriage: https://www.girlsnotbrides.org/about-child-marriage/ 
4. Stella Damasus Aljazeera Interview: https://youtu.be/nypkT5OewuA 
5. Omolara Ogundipe Leslie: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Molara_Ogundipe 
6. Queen Amina: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amina 
7. The Stiwanist: https://www.instagram.com/thestiwanist/ 

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/excusemyafrican/ 

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

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 74 - Menstrual Hygiene In Africa

In This Episode: 

Yesterday was Menstrual Hygiene Day, and people all over the world joined their voices through social media, to raise awareness and bring period education to all. 

However, there is still a group of women who do not have access to the internet and social media. To this day, these women cannot get staple menstrual hygiene products, and even when they are made available, they can't afford it. Some of their religions and cultures also set dreadful rules that stifle these women during their period. 

How can we join forces and end period poverty? I believe that someday soon, we can live in a world where no woman or girl is held back because of her period. 

Mentioned In This Episode:

1 Menstrual Hygiene Day- https://menstrualhygieneday.org/

2 World Bank - https://www.worldbank.org/

3 Stella Damasus Arts Foundation -  https://sdartsfoundation.wixsite.com/sdartsfoundation

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 62 - Meet Nollywood

In This Episode: 

I will introduce you to the world's third-largest film industry, Nollywood.   

I’ll take you a journey, from the beginning of Nollywood to where we are today, and how quickly we have grown and achieved world recognition. 

Mentioned In This Episode:

1. Stella Damasus: https://www.stelladamasus.com/
2. Nollywood: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nollywood
3. Nigeria: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nigeria
4. Hollywood: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinema_of_the_United_States
5. Bollywood: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bollywood
6. Bruce Lee: https://brucelee.com/
7. Hurbet Ogunde: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hubert_Ogunde
8. 35mm: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/35_mm_format
9. TIFF: https://www.tiff.net/
10. Cannes: https://www.festival-cannes.com/en/
11. Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/
12. 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 60 - #MeTooAfrica

In This Episode: 

I talk about a long-awaited movement, that has begun in my country Nigeria and the whole of Africa. 

#MeTooAfrica

For many years, RAPE CULTURE has been overlooked in Africa but not anymore. Our people are finally beginning to see the importance of speaking up. Hopefully, we will also begin to severely punish these rapists for their crimes, regardless of their gender, educational background, and status in society. 

Mentioned In This Episode:

1. Ese Walters: http://bit.ly/2NOeSUk 
2. COZA: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Common_Wealth_of_Zion_Assembly
3. Biodun Fatoyinbo: http://bit.ly/2LeW7r3
4. Timi Dakolo: http://bit.ly/2LeW7r3
5. YNaija TV: http://ynaija.tv/
6. Stella Damasus Reacts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=035TdxJlrgo
7. Elisha Abbo: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ishaku_Elisha_Abbo
8. Gambia: http://www.visitthegambia.gm/
9. Yahya Jammeh: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yahya_Jammeh
10. Human Rights Watch and Trial International: https://www.hrw.org/topic/justicia-internacional/international-criminal-court
11. New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/
12. Adama Barrow: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adama_Barrow
13. Equatorial Guinea: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Equatorial_Guinea
14. Fatou Jallow: https://nyti.ms/2XC5nfs 
15. Gambia Youth and Reconciliation Commission: http://bit.ly/2NSddx1 
16. Senegal: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Senegal
17. Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en.html
    

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 55 - 'Between' The Movie

In This Episode: 

I’m going to tell you about something very special that is happening TODAY (04/12/19). It’s the London premiere of a feature film that I co-produced and play the lead role in. 

I have played the lead role in very many movies over the last 2 decades, but this one is extra special because it was filmed with the intention of changing how African’s are viewed and portrayed in the entertainment industry.

Mentioned In This Episode:

1. ‘Between’- The Movie: https://www.indextwostudios.com/between
2. Index Two Studios: https://www.indextwostudios.com  
3. Ruméh: https://www.instagram.com/rumeh_ejoor/  
   

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 52 - The Modern Day Shero: Dr. Stella Adadevoh

In This Episode: 

March is Women's History Month, so we decided to dedicate all our episode this month to some amazing modern day SHERO'S. 

The first episode in this series is dedicated to a strong, brilliant and courageous woman, who saved a whole nation and in turn, the world, from an uncontrollable Ebola outbreak and in doing so, lost her life. 

Her name is Dr. Stella Adadevoh, and she deserves to be honored every year, Which is why have picked the 10th of March as a day to honor her memory, her bravery and her service to the people of Nigeria and the world. 

Mentioned In This Episode:

1. Women’s History Month: https://womenshistorymonth.gov/
2. Dr. Stella Ameyo Adadevoh: https://www.drasatrust.org/dr-adadevoh/ 
3. Change.org
4. Ebola: https://www.cdc.gov/vhf/ebola/index.html  
5. W.H.O: https://www.who.int/ 
6. Herbert Samuel Macauly: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herbert_Macaulay 
7. Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nnamdi_Azikiwe 
8. Babatunde Kwaku Adadevoh: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Babatunde_Kwaku_Adadevoh 
9. Patrick Sawyer: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patrick_Sawyer 
10. ECOWAS: http://www.ecowas.int/ 
11. First Consultant Medical Center: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/First_Consultant_Hospital 
12. Liyel Imoke: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liyel_Imoke 
13. 93 Days: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5305246/ 
14. Nollywood: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nollywood
    

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 47 - Christmas As An African Child

In This Episode: 

I was feeling very nostalgic this Christmas, so I decided to take you all on a journey of how I used to spend Christmas as a kid in Africa!

It was so much fun back then because we weren’t bothered about putting up a tree filled with lights and ornaments or what gifts we got. We just loved gathering together to spend time with our family, friends, and neighbors.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Mentioned In This Episode:

1. New York City: https://www.nycgo.com/ 
2. Rockefeller Center: https://www.rockefellercenter.com/ 
3. Instagram: https://www.instagram.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 44 - WHAT THE MEDIA WILL NOT SHOW YOU ABOUT AFRICA

In This Episode: 

Over the years, I have watched the media portray Africa and Africans in usually the most horrible light. But, the truth is that there is so much more Africa has to offer. We are much more than they want you to believe. 

Mentioned In This Episode:

1. Vaseline: https://www.vaseline.com/us/en/
2. Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/#49eb72fc2254
3. Otedola: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Femi_Otedola
4. Rose of Sharon: http://theroseofsharonfoundation.org/
5. Davido: https://www.iamdavido.com/
6. Tiwa Savage: https://www.facebook.com/tiwasavage/
7. Wizkid: https://www.facebook.com/wizkidmusic/
8. Banky W: https://www.instagram.com/bankywellington/?hl=en
9. Hard Rock Cafe: https://www.hardrock.com/cafes/lagos/
10. 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 32 - The 4c Natural Hair

In This Episode:
There has been a lot of controversy around 'Natural Hair' and how you choose to wear it or protect it.

Some black women seem to think that other black women who choose to wear wigs and do several different protective styles do not 'embrace their kink and curls'.

So I decided to share my thoughts on this issue. I hope to hear from you after you listen

Mentioned In This Episode:
1. 4c Natural Hair: www.naturallycurly.com/hair-types/coily
2. Protective Styling: madamenoire.com/199722/breaking-d…ou-be-protecting/
3. YouTube: www.youtube.com/

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

EP 31 - American Schools

In This Episode:

A lot of American School Students are very privileged and sometimes, I think some take it for granted. We have some very great schools in Africa, but a majority of the schools, especially those funded by the government; aren’t the best.

So you can imagine my shock when I hear that some students in this First World Country complained about ‘their rights being violated, and the school authorities not caring about them’ because their SODAS had been reduced, and they were given more vegetables at their FREE lunch.

Sometimes people need to see what others are going through in other parts of the world so that they can value where they are and the privileges they have.

Mentioned In This Episode:
1. Blog: http://www.stelladamasusblog.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 23 - AFRICA BEFORE THE SLAVERY PT. 3 "THE BENIN EMPIRE"

In This Episode:

As the Black History Month Celebration comes to an end, we have decided to share with you, the oldest surviving kingdom in the world, The Great Benin Empire which is located in Nigeria, Africa.

This year, our aim during Black History Month was to educate and remind people about African history before the slavery. Even though this month is coming to an end, we must not forget to continue celebrating Black History and the beauty of Africa and Africans.

Mentioned In This Episode:
1. Edo State: http://www.edostate.gov.ng  
2. Benin Empire: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benin_Empire
3. Oba Ewuare: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ewuare
4. Harlem: https://www.nycgo.com/boroughs-neighborhoods/manhattan/harlem
5. The Great Wall of China: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Wall_of_China
6. James Robert Phillips: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Robert_Phillips
7. Queen Idia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idia
8. Queen Iden: http://www.edoworld.net/Queen_Iden_of_Benin_Kingdom.html

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 4: TALK ABOUT SEX

In This Episode:

Growing up in Africa, parents hardly ever talked to their children about SEX. In fact, sex is probably not even brought up until you are married.

So of course, a lot of us children went exploring this mysterious thing called Sex. Some of us where lucky but others made grave mistakes that cost them too much.

It is important for us to have this conversation. Talk about sex, you might just be saving your children from some of the horrible things that come with having unprotected and casual sex. 

Mentioned In This Episode:
1. Sex Education
2. Sex Education Center - http://www.sexedcenter.org
3. MTV Shuga - http://www.mtvshuga.com
4. Youtube - 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/

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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