Let Me Introduce Myself (LMIM Show)

Maxime Paul and Sekou Laidlow
  • 4.8 (4)
  • SOCIETY & CULTURE

Let Me Introduce Myself is all about pulling back the layers of Black humanity to look at what's true, what's authentic, what's deep. Cocreating space for Black men to explore their humanity, their blackness, their maleness, and everything in between. To fully introduce themselves.

  1. 12/31/2020

    Final Episode - Season 1 Wrap-up with Sekou + Maxime

    The year 2020 found the coronavirus pandemic wreaking havoc across the globe. Social injustice and the vulnerability of black life was center stage. The fate of the nation hung in the balance as political turmoil threatened democracy. The hosts of LMIM chronicle the stories of black men navigating this chaotic year from the beginning. Join Maxime and Sekou as they reflect on guest highlights, hard times, and their personal hopes for the future. They are pulling back the layers of black manhood. The podcast inspiration: anchor.fm/tnwid (Stephanie) Our Editor: journeygurlmagicproductions.com (Nikita) Our Theme music: juliandavisreid.com (Julian)

    46 min

  2. 12/31/2020

    Episode 15 - Resisting Society's Impostions with Samuel Gonzalez

    In this final interview of our inaugural season on Let Me Introduce Myself we talk to Samuel Gonzalez. They're a brilliant, intuitive Afro Indigenous Mexican sibling doing important work. We talk about their gender resistance and the impositions placed on us by a society obsessed with conscripted gender roles. We delve into their witchiness and how it manifested. Samuel challenges what many seem to think is normal and hopes this journey leads them to finally retire and rest in the new year.

    53 min

  3. 12/19/2020

    Episode 15 - Stepping into His Authentic Self with Steven Turner

    Steve Turner discusses his love of the mind, being black, and faith in God. "It's better to be authentic than to be a copy of someone else. I'm not another anybody. That me-ness makes me different". Listen as this screenwriter, whiz kid, and history buff weaves a compelling story of his journey from being socially awkward to aligned with purpose. Check out his blog: Nine2-Go.com

    55 min

  4. 12/06/2020

    Episode 14 - Becoming an Adult with Mariel Kanene

    Mariel shares his growth and what made him into the complex creative adult he is today. This Congolese-born brother is going through very familiar struggles that many of us can relate to when adulting. It's his vulnerability and reflection that sets him apart and keeps him going. He gives us tales of political battles during school in Texas and a scary story of getting back from Tanzania at the beginning of the pandemic.  Connect with him on his website: marielkanene.com to keep up with all the cool things he's working on. He's got a bunch he'll be launching in 2021.

    47 min

  5. 11/30/2020

    Episode 13 - The self-proclaimed, "Hood Theo Huxtable" with Kahlil Green

    Kahlil comes from Arlington, TX and moved into academia in the DC area. He is pushing hard to make sure Black folks are no longer abused by the United States. He is outraged that this is still an issue. This recent author tells the story of the nuances of being a Black man in his book Stereotypes of the Black Male: Changing the Narrative for Misunderstood Black Males One Story at a Time. Also, this Phd student schools us on how social work can be seen through the lens of his passions hip-hop and spoken word. Check him out on instagram at @tsgriottmg

    45 min

  6. 11/30/2020

    Episode 12 - Solving Problems and Building a Better World with Saddi Thompson

    Saddi is a brother from Jackson, Mississippi. He's a twin and natural problem-solver. This impact-driven marketer shares who he is, how he's developed community moving to Atlanta, and how he is growing in his long-term relationship. He's the coolest brother you'll ever meet and he's definitely a deep thinker that tries to stretch our imagination. He spends his free time building things But please get his name right or at least ask him before you mispronounce Sah-DEE. Check him on Twitter @saddisundiata or Instagram @sundiata

    58 min

  7. 11/21/2020

    Episode 11 - Making moves and betting on Black with Brian Buck

    Brian, a member of the LGBTQ community and sports lover that originally came from a Southern Baptist family in Minneapolis  is making a big transition during this pandemic of pandemics. Across the US, Portland to Atlanta, from working with the NBA ticket sales to medical device sales, and from almost a decade of relationships as well. He navigates all of his change while still trying to balance how all Black people can win. He shares all parts of himself and how he manages his evolution. Connect with him: instagram (@MplsBuck83), twitter (@Mplsbuck)

    46 min

  8. 11/07/2020

    Episode 10 - Ghanaian-US brother finding new meaning during the lockdown with Emmanuel Amponsah

    Emmanuel Amponsah, a young brother from Ghana, Africa honors his heritage, blackness, and culture. This emerging scholar reckons with identity and the contradictions that seek to undermine his sense of self. Emmanuel is brave enough to reveal his fears and wrestle with uncertainty en route to a life of meaning. Come witness this critical phase of black manhood that often shapes how we engage our futures. Check him out at: Facebook.com/overtheprecipice

    49 min
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Let Me Introduce Myself is all about pulling back the layers of Black humanity to look at what's true, what's authentic, what's deep. Cocreating space for Black men to explore their humanity, their blackness, their maleness, and everything in between. To fully introduce themselves.

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