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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best HomeGrown episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to HomeGrown for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite HomeGrown episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
04/18/21 • 57 min
In a very special episode this week Louisa and the Fantastic Fo speak to Juanita Ingram, an attorney, author and star of the TV show, The Expats International Ingrams.
In a change from our usual list of Hong Kong-based guests, Juanita has been living in Taipei, Taiwan for two years, and gives us an insight into life in the city.
We talk first impressions in and of Taiwan, the power of a trailing spouse and the realities of race relations and prejudice in Taiwan compared to the UK and US.
Join us for this thought-provoking but often-hilarious chat...we bet you've never heard a more memorable pronunciation of "Ascot"!
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Notes and links from this episode:
- Guest Instagram : @iamjuanitaingram
- TV show: The Expats International Ingrams
- Song Recommendations:
- Donnie McKlurkin
- Yolanda Adams
- Slippin' by DMX
- Black Parade by Beyonce
- Book Recommendations:
- Too Heavy a Yoke by Chanequa Walker-Barnes
- Fabulous Fatihful & Free by Juanita Ingram
- Just as I Am by Cicely Tyson
- Small Doses by Amanda Seales
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04/11/21 • 45 min
This week Louisa and the Fantastic Fo speak to Anisha Thai, a civil engineer and content creator who moved to HK 3.5 yrs ago from Paris. Join us as we talk to her about the motivation behind her engineering career and how that compares to her passion for dance. Plus she speaks very frankly about life in Hong Kong, internalised racism and navigating being both Black and Asian in a city that did not accept her in the way that she expected.
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Notes and links from this episode:
- Guest Instagram : @anishathai (and Youtube)
- Music Recommendation: Lady by Rema
03/13/22 • 46 min
In this week's episode, Louisa and the Fantastic Fo speak to Akinsola Jeje a 50 year old Teacher , amateur historian and poet who moved to Hong Kong 16 years ago from Canada.
Akin brought his wealth of knowledge and experience to the podcast, taking us on a journey back in time and giving us his observations of culture in Hong Kong and Japan where he spent a few years before arriving in the city he now calls home.
We thoroughly enjoyed this one and we hope you do too.
Enjoy!
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Notes and links from this episode:
- Guest Facebook: Akinsola Jeje
Keisha A Brown | ...on one of the first black expats, China in 1955 and synchronised swimming
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12/05/21 • 49 min
In this week's episode, Louisa and the Fantastic Fo speak to Dr Keisha A Brown, Assistant Professor of History at Tennessee State. Keisha gives us a unique insight into the life of one of the first Black expats to China and a general idea of what being black in China meant on 1955.
A strong penultimate episode to the season, in this episode Keisha fields our sprawling (and sometimes basic) questions about what early events formed the perceptions of blackness in China, and also how African Americans looked East for civil rights support.
Really hope you enjoy this one because we sure as hell did !
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Notes and links from this episode:
- Guest Email : [email protected]
- Guest profile : Keisha Brown
- Guest Twitter : Keisha A Brown
11/28/21 • 43 min
In this week's episode, Louisa and the Fantastic Fo speak to Oliver Christopher Kaigwa Haas, a 32 year old designer, engineer and entrepreneur. Ollie moved to Hong Kong 7 years ago from Vienna to take on a dream job with Cathay Pacific after sending a personal letter to their then CTO.
A huge aviation and sustainability advocate, Ollie shares his passion for aviation and technology, how he balances his time in the city with many of the sports that Hong Kong is great for, and the fact that he is probably the only guest we've had that cooks more than eats out in this the restaurant capital of the world.
Of course we also discuss what it has been like being black in Hong Kong, Ollie's mixed Austrian and Ugandan heritage, and how that has made him much more "buoyant" when travelling around the world.
Another great episode for your Monday morning and definitely check out Ollie's TedTalk here. As always, If you enjoyed this episode be sure to scroll down and leave us a review. Enjoy!
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Notes and links from this episode:
- Guest Instagram: @oliverckhaas
- Guest Recommendations:
- Hip Hop Evolution on Netflix
- J Dilla's Donuts
- Erykah Badu - Soul Train Awards 2018
- James Brown - It's a Man's World (feat Michael Jackson)"
- Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
- Becoming by Michelle Obama "As much as I love Barack, it's Michelle's story that really brought out the human story of the family's journey"
- The Book of Hope by Jane Goodall
- Sapiens by Yuval Nohal Harari
- Will Smith's biography "It drops on Tuesday, but I already know it's going to be good!"
11/22/20 • 44 min
In the final guest interview of the first season, Louisa and The Fantastic Fo speak to Nicola Ezinne Onyema, a UX writer (and can we say singer/songwriter?!) who moved from London to Hong Kong in January 2020.
Nicola speaks frankly and hilariously about everything from schooling taxi drivers, to her questionable gaydar and experience navigating the LGBT community in Hong Kong.
Once again we're reminded of the complexity of the human character and the importance of seeing people as more than just a race or ethnicity, but as individuals - layered and complex. Join us for laughs and captionable quotes: "When the gap calls, you have to answer" haha!
*Episode contains adult themes and language*
We want to hear from you! Each week our guest shares a story from their experience living abroad - sometimes funny, sometimes outrageous and sometimes quite heartbreaking and now it's your turn...
For the final episode we want your stories! Send us your 2-3 minute monologue and we'll pick a couple to share in next week's show. Send to us via: Twitter | Instagram | Email. It's a great way to share your voice and your story so we're excited to hear from you!
Notes and links from this episode:
- Guest Instagram: @nic_oh_la
- Recommended books: Akata Witch | Akata Warrior by Nnedi Okarafor
#EndSARS
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10/18/20 • 4 min
#EndSARS Resources
- Feminist Coalition - A group of young Nigerian feminists championing gender equality in Nigeria Website | Twitter | Instagram
- Falzthebahdguy Twitter | Instagram
- HomeGrown Twitter | Instagram
- Chibundu Onuzo for The Guardian Article
Please feel free to share or write to us with any other good resources you have come across.
10/23/21 • 51 min
In this week's episode, Louisa and the Fantastic Fo speak to Chef Mutaro, a Senegal born Parisian who moved to Hong Kong 8 years ago to take on what would later become the restaurant capital of the world.
Mutaro is Executive Chef & General Manager at Le Comptoir Group, which has 5 venues across the city, and he shares with us his journey from Senegal to Hong Kong, with many amazing pitstops along the way.
A sprawling tale that takes us from the Talibe in Senegal, to the restaurant scene in Paris with Alain Ducasse, to London with Joël Robuchon, before a casual stint in Lebanon and then finally Hong Kong.
Such an inspirational story of struggle, hard work, and triumph, and a special insight into the little known Talibe in Senegal. We hope you enjoy listening to this one as much as we did making it.
Enjoy!
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Notes and links from this episode:
09/24/21 • 53 min
In the first interview of the new season, Louisa and the Fantastic Fo speak to Mubarak Murafa. A 30 year old Nigerian senior product designer who has lived in Hong Kong for 28 years.
As Mubarak's family moved to Hong Kong when he was 2 years old, we discuss the school, to university, to workforce experience in Hong Kong and highlight Mubarak's more peculiar path through that as an "extreme minority". We discuss the the additional dynamic of Nigerian culture and its emphasis on education, and ask that age old question "what is home really?".
Definitely one for anyone looking to study in Hong Kong or is interested in the tech space, and a bright and bubbly conversation for your Monday morning.
Enjoy!
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Notes and links from this episode:
- Guest Instagram : @Mubarakmarafa
- Guest Twitter: @Mubarak_marafa
- Guest website: www.mubarak.design
- Guest Recommendations:
04/25/21 • 26 min
In this final episode of Season 2, Louisa and The Fantastic Fo ask the question of what is next, for our hosts, the black community, and the quest to destroy the single narrative.
After a quick recap of the most memorable moments of the season, Lou gets Fo in the guest's seat to share what he has learned over the season and the past year. Having started the podcast during the height of the BLM movement, Lou and Fo discuss where we are now, and how we must continue to counter the negative myths of race with informative, inspirational and entertaining stories.
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HomeGrown will be back after a short break, so stay tuned for season 3 and follow us on Instagram & Twitter for updates. You can also email us at [email protected] for info, questions or just to say Hi!
Book Recommendations:
- The Myth of Race: The troubling persistence of an unscientific idea by Robert Wald Sussman
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FAQ
How many episodes does HomeGrown have?
HomeGrown currently has 55 episodes available.
What topics does HomeGrown cover?
The podcast is about Culture, Hong Kong, Expat, Places & Travel, Black, Society & Culture, Inclusion, Community, Podcasts, Diversity, Race and Asia.
What is the most popular episode on HomeGrown?
The episode title 'Alicia | ...on backing yourself, and being backed by others.' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on HomeGrown?
The average episode length on HomeGrown is 43 minutes.
How often are episodes of HomeGrown released?
Episodes of HomeGrown are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of HomeGrown?
The first episode of HomeGrown was released on Aug 30, 2020.
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