Ladies of Sosa

Ladies of Sosa
  • 4.8 (17)
  • Society & Culture
  • Updated Weekly

Join us as we step into the role of storytellers, not merely the subjects. We bring you the unfiltered, authentic stories and experiences of South Sudanese people across the diaspora. From tales of resilience and triumph to navigating the complexities of identity and culture, our podcast explores the vibrant tapestry of voices that often go unheard. Through interviews, personal narratives, and in-depth discussions, we shed light on the rich heritage, challenges, and aspirations of our diverse diaspora. Tune in to discover the untold stories that shape our communities and inspire meaningful conversations.

  1. 6d ago

    Can Marriage Unite South Sudanese Communities? Tradition, Intertribal Marriages & Modern Love

    What happens when a wedding becomes bigger than the couple? This past weekend, the South Sudanese community came together in Dallas for a traditional wedding that brought people from across the country, and even overseas, into one room. Different tribes, generations, families and communities came together to celebrate love, culture and marriage. And it got us thinking: Can marriage actually bring South Sudanese people closer together? In this episode of Ladies of Sosa, Christine and Sahra sit down with a panel of South Sudanese men and women to talk about traditional marriage, intertribal relationships, family expectations, dowry, tribal identity, education, gender roles and the changing expectations of marriage in our generation. Should marriage be between two people or two families? And when it comes to choosing a spouse, should it be tribe, family expectations or character? Most importantly, can the next generation of South Sudanese marriages help build a more united community? Join the conversation as we celebrate the beauty of our traditions while also asking the difficult questions about what needs to change. What do YOU think? Let us know in the comments! #LadiesOfSosa #SouthSudanese #SouthSudaneseWedding #SouthSudaneseMarriage #IntertribalMarriage #SouthSudaneseCulture #AfricanMarriage #SouthSudaneseDiaspora #Marriage #AfricanDiaspora Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!  Peace and love to our Sosa Fam :) 🇸🇸❤️ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 💬CONNECT WITH US:  https://linktr.ee/ladiesofsosa

    Can Marriage Unite South Sudanese Communities? Tradition, Intertribal Marriages & Modern Love

  2. Aug 11

    Is Greece really Black Girl Friendly? Euro Summer & Traveling while Black

    We traveled to Europe, and we're bringing you the REAL conversation. 🇬🇷🇵🇹✈️ From Greece to Portugal, this episode of Ladies of Sosa brings together Black travelers to talk about what it's really like experiencing Europe through our eyes. We share our recent Greece experience, while our Tariq joins the conversation with his experience traveling to Portugal for Afro Nation. And we're going beyond the beautiful pictures. What is it actually like traveling through Europe as a Black person? Do Black men and Black women experience travel differently? How important is representation? Have we ever felt "noticed" because of our race? And are some destinations really more Black-friendly than others? We're talking about: 🇬🇷 Greece: Food, beaches, culture, transportation, hospitality and whether it lived up to the hype 🇵🇹 Portugal & Afro Nation: The festival experience, traveling as a Black man, and what Portugal was like beyond the event 🌍 Traveling While Black: Racism, representation, beauty standards, feeling welcomed vs. feeling noticed 💇🏾‍♀️ Black Hair & Beauty Abroad: Finding products, navigating beauty standards, and preparing for different climates 💰 The Real Cost of Travel: Budgeting, luxury travel, travel hacks and whether you really need to be rich to see the world 📱 Social Media vs. Reality: Are we traveling for the experience or for the content? 🔥 Unpopular Travel Opinions: From overpacked itineraries to tourist traps, influencer culture and luxury travel 👫 Men vs. Women: Do Black men and Black women have different experiences when traveling internationally? And we're asking the questions that might get people talking: Is Europe really Black-friendly? Do Black travelers expect too much from destinations? Has social media ruined some travel experiences? Are we traveling to experience the world or to prove that we were there? Whether you're planning your first international trip, you're a seasoned traveler, or you're still waiting to get that passport stamped, this conversation is for you. 🌍 LET'S TALK IN THE COMMENTS: What's the best country you've visited? What country exceeded your expectations? Have you ever experienced racism or discrimination while traveling? Do you think Black men and Black women have different experiences abroad? And what's the ONE country every Black person should visit at least once? Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE & SHARE with your travel crew! Real stories. Real conversations. Real perspectives from the South Sudanese diaspora and beyond. #LadiesOfSosa #TravelingWhileBlack #BlackTravel #BlackTravelers #GreeceTravel #PortugalTravel #AfroNation #BlackMenTravel #BlackWomenTravel #AfricanDiaspora #SouthSudanese #TravelPodcast Hosts: Sahra - @SoSahra Christine - @ChristinaLado Panel: Willy - @WillyFast_ Janet - @JanetAkorikin Rougui -  Tariq - @Arnabi20  KK - @TruckingWithKK Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!  Peace and love to our Sosa Fam :) 🇸🇸❤️ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 💬CONNECT WITH US:  https://linktr.ee/ladiesofsosa

    Is Greece really Black Girl Friendly? Euro Summer & Traveling while Black

  3. Aug 4

    Netflix's The Polygamist: Reality vs. Real Life | African Diaspora Panel Discussion 🇸🇸🇺🇬🇬🇶🇿🇦

    Netflix's The Polygamist has sparked conversations around the world—but how much of what we see on screen reflects real life? In this episode of Ladies of SOSA, hosts Christine and Sahra are joined by a diverse panel of two women and three men for an open, respectful discussion about polygamy across Africa and within the African diaspora. Together, we explore the cultural, religious, historical, legal, and emotional realities behind one of the continent's most debated family structures. Rather than treating Africa as one culture, we examine how experiences differ by country, ethnicity, religion, and personal choice. In this episode we discuss: • Did Netflix accurately portray polygamy? • Why did polygamy become common historically? • Women's experiences and emotional realities • Men's perspectives on tradition and modern relationships • Children growing up in polygamous families • Religion, culture, and customary marriage • Polygamy in the African diaspora This conversation isn't about telling people what to believe—it's about creating space for honest dialogue, challenging stereotypes, and hearing perspectives that are often overlooked. 💬 Join the conversation: Would you marry someone who already has a spouse? Can polygamy ever be fair? Has modern society changed how people view polygamy? Share your thoughts respectfully in the comments. 👍 Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more authentic conversations that explore African culture, identity, relationships, and the stories shaping our communities. #LadiesOfSOSA #Polygamy #Africa #AfricanDiaspora #Relationships #Culture #Marriage #Netflix #PanelDiscussion #SouthSudanese #Tradition #Faith #Podcast Hosts: Sahra - @SoSahra Christine - @ChristinaLado Panel: Willy - @WillyFast_ Janet - @JanetAkorikin Rougui -  Tariq - @Arnabi20  KK - @TruckingWithKK Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!  Peace and love to our Sosa Fam :) 🇸🇸❤️ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 💬CONNECT WITH US:  https://linktr.ee/ladiesofsosa

    Netflix's The Polygamist: Reality vs. Real Life | African Diaspora Panel Discussion 🇸🇸🇺🇬🇬🇶🇿🇦

  4. Jun 2

    My Husband Took Another Wife Without Telling Me | Monica Deng on Polygamy, Betrayal & Tradition

    In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Ladies of SOSA, hosts Sahra Benjamin and Christine sit down with Monica Deng to discuss one of the most debated topics in South Sudanese culture: polygamy. Monica shares her firsthand experience of discovering that her husband had taken another wife without her knowledge. She opens up about the emotional impact, feelings of betrayal, the role of family, and the difficult questions that followed. Together, we explore whether the real issue is polygamy itself or the lack of honesty, communication, and consent. We also examine the historical roots of polygamy in South Sudan, how perspectives are changing within the diaspora, and whether traditional practices still fit modern relationships. This conversation is not about judging those who support or oppose polygamy. It is about creating space for honest dialogue, understanding lived experiences, and discussing how culture, religion, marriage, and personal choice intersect in today's world. Topics discussed: • Discovering a secret second wife • The emotional impact of betrayal and secrecy • Polygamy in South Sudanese culture • Marriage, trust, and communication • Religion and polygamy • Modern relationships in the diaspora • Can polygamous marriages succeed? • Healing, self-worth, and lessons learned We invite you to join the conversation in the comments: Would you want to know beforehand if your spouse wanted another partner? Can polygamy work if everyone involved agrees? Is the biggest issue polygamy—or the secrecy surrounding it? Subscribe to Ladies of SOSA for authentic conversations, diverse perspectives, and unfiltered stories from the South Sudanese diaspora. #LadiesOfSOSA #SouthSudanese #Polygamy #MonicaDeng #SouthSudan #Marriage #Relationships #DiasporaVoices #AfricanCulture #MarriageTalk Hosts: Sahra - @SoSahra Christine - @ChristinaLado Guest: Monica Deng -  #Tribalism #EndTribalism #UnityOverDivision #IdentityAndCulture #DiasporaVoices #CulturalConversations #CommunityHealing #HardConversations #GenerationalChange #SouthSudanese #SouthSudanDiaspora #SouthSudanYouth #SouthSudaneseVoices #SouthSudanesePodcast #NileNation #EastAfricanDiaspora #LadiesOfSosa #SudanesePodcast #LivePodcast #YouTubeLive #PodcastClips #PanelDiscussion #CommunityDialogue  Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!  Peace and love to our Sosa Fam :) 🇸🇸❤️ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 💬CONNECT WITH US:  https://linktr.ee/ladiesofsosa

    My Husband Took Another Wife Without Telling Me | Monica Deng on Polygamy, Betrayal & Tradition

  5. May 21

    Crimes of Nubia: The Mysterious Death of Ashley Jenae Robinson in Tanzania & How Virality Breeds Cruelty (Protect Black Women!)

    Welcome back to Crimes of Nubia — brought to you by Ladies of Sosa. In this episode, we discuss the heartbreaking and mysterious death of Ashley Jenae Robinson, a young Black woman whose story sparked conversations across social media about online cruelty, cyberbullying, exploitation, and the way virality can dehumanize real people. As details surrounding Ashley’s death circulated online, so did speculation, mockery, and harmful commentary. This episode examines not only the circumstances surrounding her passing, but also the dangerous culture of internet virality that often turns Black women into targets instead of treating them with compassion and humanity. We explore: 🤎 The known timeline surrounding Ashley Jenae Robinson’s death 🤎 The role social media played before and after her passing 🤎How online audiences normalize cruelty for entertainment 🤎The emotional toll of public humiliation and digital harassment 🤎 Why protecting Black women must go beyond hashtags At Crimes of Nubia, we aim to tell these stories with empathy, accountability, and respect for the victims and their loved ones.

  6. May 19

    Africa Will Never Develop? Aid, Corruption & Colonial Legacies | Why Infrastructure Doesn’t Last

    Why do so many development projects across Africa start strong — but don’t last? We’ve all seen it.  A newly paved road that crumbles in a few years.  A well built by an NGO that stops working and is never repaired.  A hospital building that looks impressive — but lacks staff, supplies, or electricity. In this episode, Sahra Benjamin and Christine unpack the deeper systems behind infrastructure struggles across the continent. This is not about blame — it’s about understanding. We explore:  How colonial-era infrastructure was designed for extraction, not community development  The role of governance, corruption, and weak accountability systems  Why some foreign aid models prioritize visibility over sustainability  How rapid urbanization in cities like Lagos, Nairobi, and Kinshasa strains old systems  The impact of climate pressures in regions like the Sahel  Brain drain and the loss of skilled engineers and professionals  And most importantly — what is actually working in places like Rwanda, Botswana, and Ethiopia Development isn’t just about pouring concrete.  It’s about building institutions, training people, creating maintenance systems, and designing for long-term growth. So the bigger question becomes: Is Africa’s development challenge financial, political, structural — or all of the above? Let’s talk about it. Hosts: Sahra - @SoSahra Christine - @ChristinaLado Panel: Tariq - @Arnabi20 Vaida - @VaidaJoe  Willy - @WillyFast_ #Tribalism #EndTribalism #UnityOverDivision #IdentityAndCulture #DiasporaVoices #CulturalConversations #CommunityHealing #HardConversations #GenerationalChange #SouthSudanese #SouthSudanDiaspora #SouthSudanYouth #SouthSudaneseVoices #SouthSudanesePodcast #NileNation #EastAfricanDiaspora #LadiesOfSosa #SudanesePodcast #LivePodcast #YouTubeLive #PodcastClips #PanelDiscussion #CommunityDialogue #SouthAfrica #Xenophobia Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!  Peace and love to our Sosa Fam :) 🇸🇸❤️ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 💬CONNECT WITH US:  https://linktr.ee/ladiesofsosa

    Africa Will Never Develop? Aid, Corruption & Colonial Legacies | Why Infrastructure Doesn’t Last

  7. May 12

    Inside South Africa’s Anti-Immigrant Protests: South African & Nigerian Voices Call In

    In this special episode of Ladies of Sosa, we’re unpacking the rising tensions and xenophobic violence currently unfolding in South Africa. With a live caller joining us from Pretoria, South Africa and another voice calling in as a Nigerian American, we’re holding space for honest, layered conversation. This isn’t about headlines. It’s about history, hurt, survival, and solidarity. We break down: What’s happening on the ground right now Why economic frustration often turns into scapegoating How misinformation and viral protest videos fuel fear The lasting impact of apartheid-era systems Where policing, protection, and policy are falling short And most importantly — what real solutions could look like This conversation centers dignity. It refuses easy blame. And it asks a deeper question: What happens when people who have shared oppression begin to see each other as competition instead of community? This episode includes discussions of violence and xenophobic language. Listener discretion advised. Our goal is not to inflame — but to inform, humanize, and explore paths toward healing. Hosts: Sahra - @SoSahra Christine - @ChristinaLado Panel: Tariq - @Arnabi20 Vaida - @VaidaJoe  Willy - @WillyFast_ #Tribalism #EndTribalism #UnityOverDivision #IdentityAndCulture #DiasporaVoices #CulturalConversations #CommunityHealing #HardConversations #GenerationalChange #SouthSudanese #SouthSudanDiaspora #SouthSudanYouth #SouthSudaneseVoices #SouthSudanesePodcast #NileNation #EastAfricanDiaspora #LadiesOfSosa #SudanesePodcast #LivePodcast #YouTubeLive #PodcastClips #PanelDiscussion #CommunityDialogue #SouthAfrica #Xenophobia Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!  Peace and love to our Sosa Fam :) 🇸🇸❤️ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 💬CONNECT WITH US:  https://linktr.ee/ladiesofsosa

    Inside South Africa’s Anti-Immigrant Protests: South African & Nigerian Voices Call In

  8. May 5

    Inter-Faith Relationships and Dating Pressures from the South Sudanese Diaspora Perspective 🇸🇸🇸🇩

    Dating in the diaspora isn’t simple — especially when you’re Sudanese or South Sudanese. In this powerful roundtable, Sahra and Christine sit down with Randa from Sudanese Finest, Bunduke, and additional community voices to unpack the real conversations around love, religion, and family expectations. We talk about:  Dating across Christian and Muslim faiths  Marrying outside the culture  Growing up with parents of different religions  Pressure from elders  Gender differences in dating expectations  And what healthy love actually looks like for us Plus, Bunduke shares insight into his music journey — from appearing on Netflix’s Rhythm + Flow to performing overseas — and delivers a live freestyle you don’t want to miss. This episode is honest, layered, and necessary. Because loving freely shouldn’t mean losing yourself. Guests: Randa - @RandaMs.FutureLawyer Bunduke - @Bunduke_ Website: SudaneseFinest.org Hosts: Sahra - @SoSahra Christine - @ChristinaLado Panel: Janet: @JanetAkorikin @jvnetann Tariq - @Arnabi20 Vaida - @VaidaJoe  Cynthia - @magnyfi_cynt #Tribalism #EndTribalism #UnityOverDivision #IdentityAndCulture #DiasporaVoices #CulturalConversations #CommunityHealing #HardConversations #GenerationalChange #SouthSudanese #SouthSudanDiaspora #SouthSudanYouth #SouthSudaneseVoices #SouthSudanesePodcast #NileNation #EastAfricanDiaspora #LadiesOfSosa #SudanesePodcast #LivePodcast #YouTubeLive #PodcastClips #PanelDiscussion #CommunityDialogue Please feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful.  Thank you so much for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!  Peace and love to our Sosa Fam :) 🇸🇸❤️ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 💬CONNECT WITH US:  https://linktr.ee/ladiesofsosa

    Inter-Faith Relationships and Dating Pressures from the South Sudanese Diaspora Perspective 🇸🇸🇸🇩
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Join us as we step into the role of storytellers, not merely the subjects. We bring you the unfiltered, authentic stories and experiences of South Sudanese people across the diaspora. From tales of resilience and triumph to navigating the complexities of identity and culture, our podcast explores the vibrant tapestry of voices that often go unheard. Through interviews, personal narratives, and in-depth discussions, we shed light on the rich heritage, challenges, and aspirations of our diverse diaspora. Tune in to discover the untold stories that shape our communities and inspire meaningful conversations.

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  • Creator
    Ladies of Sosa
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    114
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Ladies of Sosa
  • Show Website
    Ladies of Sosa

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