8 episodes

Almost Diaspora is here to paint a picture of why relocating might be one of the craziest decisions you ever make. It's here, it's raw and it's all true. Hopefully this helps you navigate your new home.
Welcome to Almost Diaspora!

Myra is a Kenyan journalist living in the UK. She started this podcast to attempt to make sense of her new world. She is talented, innovative and witty. If you don't believe it, have another listen to Almost Diaspora

Almost Diaspora Myra Anubi

    • Society & Culture

Almost Diaspora is here to paint a picture of why relocating might be one of the craziest decisions you ever make. It's here, it's raw and it's all true. Hopefully this helps you navigate your new home.
Welcome to Almost Diaspora!

Myra is a Kenyan journalist living in the UK. She started this podcast to attempt to make sense of her new world. She is talented, innovative and witty. If you don't believe it, have another listen to Almost Diaspora

    America: Behind Every Green Card

    America: Behind Every Green Card

    There is another side of relocating that people rarely share. Today, we deliver an episode that is packed with truth and tales of a family stuck in limbo and separated by a Visa. What would you do if you were Ela? Share your thoughts and let us know if you would like to be featured on almost diaspora by sending us an email to almostdiaspora@gmail.com!

    NB: We own no right to any of the sounds, clips and music played on this episode.


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    • 29 min
    A Brazilian Candomblé

    A Brazilian Candomblé

    The Candomblé (dance in honour of the gods) is a sacred festival with a rich cultural experience but Isabela shares how this day took her through an emotional journey that many often go through when they have to leave home and move to the diaspora. It is a story of bananas, cats, books and tough decisions.



    NB: We own no rights to the music, beats, sfx or sounds used in this podcast. 


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    • 32 min
    My Portuguese Teacup

    My Portuguese Teacup

    Raquel loves plants and is no stranger to the changes that come with living in the diaspora! Today, we get a sneak peak of Portugal and how different it felt for a seven year old girl from South Africa to live, love and learn in Portugal. 

    Make sure you catch all our crazy episodes and reach out on almostdiaspora@gmail.com to share your story on the podcast. 

    Enjoy



    NOTE: We own no right to the amazing sounds, music and special effects used to produce this episode. 

    MUSIC: Sarafina Last Songs

    Simmy - Umahlalela

    A video in Portuguese

    Viva Portugal New Bedford- TraditionaL Portugal Music

    Piruka ft Mota- Ca Bu Fla Ma Nau


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    • 24 min
    Sawa Sawa, The Kenyan Way

    Sawa Sawa, The Kenyan Way

    In this weeks episode, Nico shares his experience living in Kisumu with his family for a couple of years. He takes us on his journey from Germany and delivers us to this beautiful landcaspe right by the lake. Nico describes some crazy tales about unexpected marriage visas, discos at funerals and alluring nature. You had better listen to this one with a cup of tea or a nice cold beer.

    Enjoy!

    NB: We own no right to the music or tracks used on the podcast.


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    • 29 min
    The 44th Tribe, India

    The 44th Tribe, India

    The Indian Diaspora!

    Where is home? After living and working in different places, Karishma shares a captivating story about her upbringing in a cultural melting pot. It gives great insight to the largely growing community of the Indian Diaspora. It also explains why you keep changing your accent when you travel to different places!

    Enjoy!

    #india #kenya #happy #traditions #customs #culture

    Avebloom - @avebloom, aveblooms.com

    SOUNDS:

    Sauti Sol - Live Suzzanna

    Suzzanna Owiyo - Kisumu 100

    Gidi gidi Maji Maji - Many Faces

    Go Create -All Good Folks

    New Moves - All Good Folks

    Everybody Known - All Good Folks

    Asian Boss - Whats it like being a foreigner in Japan

    Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

    https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/stay-hungry

    NOTE: We own no rights to the songs, sfx, vox pops, tracks or music on this episode. The information shared is based on personal opinions and experiences.


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    • 31 min
    An Egyptian Proposal

    An Egyptian Proposal

    NEW EPISODE !!!

    This week Vanessa shares her experience living and working in Egypt. We get to find out about buffalo meat, sheesha and bikini beaches. She had never left her mother country before and as a feminist was both puzzled and inspired by the rich Egyptian culture. This episode is packed with a lot of truths about Egypt and presents a wonderful clash between personal beliefs and life changing experiences.

    Enjoy!

    DISCLAIMER: We own no rights to the music and effects used on this and all of our podcasts.




















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    • 31 min

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