AMERIKINIZED

Roslyn Klarou-Done
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Storytelling podcast that uncovers the true stories and real-life experiences of the first and second generation American kin. Hosted by Roslyn Klarou-Done.

  1. 06/10/2025

    In the Kitchen Series: Portions of Love, Remembering Childhood at the Dinner Table

    In this series, the stories simmer slowly, the culture is rich, and the roots run deep. Roslyn's shares her experiences at the dinner table receiving large portions from large pots and casseroles of her mother's traditional and non-traditional cooking. First generation kitchens often produce large scale meal prep to serve not just the immediate family, but extended family, and sometimes even the broader community gatherings. It is quite normal to see massive batches of food being prepared for birthdays, holidays, or even cultural celebrations with lots of storytelling, laughter, and a sense of duty to keep traditions alive.    Follow AMERIKINIZED on Instagram to stay connected!    Music by STRBN SAL

    10 min

  2. 05/20/2025

    In the Kitchen Series: Preparing Chicken with Mom

    In this series, the stories simmer slowly, the culture is rich, and the roots run deep. Roslyn's mother shares her process of and reasons for cleaning chicken before cooking it - a practice she's observed at a young age growing up in Côte d'Ivoire.    Have a kitchen story to share? Follow AMERIKINIZED on Instagram to connect!    Music by STRBN SAL

    8 min

  3. 05/13/2025

    In the Kitchen Series: To Wash or Not To Wash (Chicken)?

    In this series, the stories simmer slowly, the culture is rich, and the roots run deep. Roslyn discusses the unique experiences that occur in the kitchens of the first-gen kin. Chicken is almost as essential as rice and such a staple ingredient in most first-gen kitchens. But controversy arises when considering how we prepare it... Let's dig in!   Have a kitchen story to share? Follow AMERIKINIZED on Instagram to connect!    Music by STRBN SAL

    7 min

  4. 05/06/2025

    In the Kitchen Series: Do the Rice Thing

    In this series, the stories simmer slowly, the culture is rich, and the roots run deep. Roslyn discusses the unique experiences that occur in the kitchens of the first-gen kin. Rice is essential and such a staple ingredient in most first-gen kitchens...let's talk about it!    Have a kitchen story to share? Follow AMERIKINIZED on Instagram to connect!    Music by STRBN SAL

    11 min

  5. 04/29/2025

    The Preteen Years with Marcus Higgs (part 2)

    In this episode, Marcus Higgs, a communication coach for parents of preteens, and Roslyn discuss the ways he supports parents in helping their adolescences unveil their identities and potential through his ICE and SHOW UP frameworks.    marcushiggs.com Music by STRBN SAL AMERIKINIZED on Instagram!

    18 min

  6. 04/22/2025

    The Preteen Years with Marcus Higgs (part 1)

    In part one of this two part series, you get to hear from Marcus Higgs, a communication coach for parents of preteens. In this episode, Roslyn, and Marcus discuss the experiences of their adolescence and Marcus's  journey to becoming a communication coach.   marcushiggs.com Music by STRBN SAL AMERIKINIZED on Instagram!

    24 min

  7. 04/08/2025

    Wishing My Dad Was Fat

    As a child of immigrants who grew up with a strict African dad, Roslyn often contemplated reasons why her dad was so strict. She once had the thought that it is definitely because he was not a "fat dad" as seen in some TV sitcoms.    Music by STRBN SAL AMERIKINIZED on Instagram!

    9 min

  8. 03/18/2025

    Haiti in My Heart with Anne-Kenya Dubuisson (part 2)

    Anne-Kenya Dubuisson and Roslyn discuss mental health stigmas in their communities, and the importance of representation matters in the therapy industry. Anne-Kenya also shares her life changing experiences and stories from her recent travel to Kenya!   Music by STRBN SAL AMERIKINIZED on Instagram!

    34 min
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Storytelling podcast that uncovers the true stories and real-life experiences of the first and second generation American kin. Hosted by Roslyn Klarou-Done.

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  • Creator
    Roslyn Klarou-Done
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    69
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2020 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    AMERIKINIZED