JOKO
JOKO is a Wolof word that means to connect and have a conversation or dialogue. This podcast is one long dialogue on the Senegalese-American experience. Cohosts Arame Niang and Aida Guisse talk about everything and anything through the lens of their hyphenated identity. They explore what it means to be Senegalese women in America, Senegalese women outside of Senegal and everything in between. Topp lenn niou (follow along!)
Episodes
39 episodes
Szn 3, Episode 14: Senegalese Community-Building: What's Holding Us Back?
In this episode, Aida and Arame delve into their experiences with community building within the Senegalese American community. They share stories about different organizations and groups they have encountered over the years. They also explore p...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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39:08
Szn 3, Episode 13: A Discussion on the Caste System in Senegal with Sata
Join us and our special guest Sata! Sata is known for her story times on TikTok (@szaddii) where she reads letters she gets from her followers about different issues and provides her feedback. Aida and Arame met with Sata to discuss a topic she...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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1:36:53
Szn 3, Episode 12: Celebrating Four Years of Joko!! and a discussion on - love ❤️
Join us in this special episode of the Joko Podcast as we celebrate our four-year anniversary and LOVE day! In this milestone episode, we embark on a journey of reflection, celebration, and exploration of LOVE and current events in Senega...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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1:19:46
Szn 3, Episode 10: All about Wolof
In this episode, we are joined by Yamai, who was a Joko Podcast listener and pitched this episode idea to us and Moussa, the creator of the Wolofglish Instagram page (@wolofglish).We talk about how we all learned Wolof, the socio-cultur...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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1:04:22
Szn 3, Episode 9: What Would You Do?
In this episode, we delve into various scenarios that mirror the challenges and choices Senegalese- American young people may encounter. Join us as we navigate these situations, offering insights into the decisions we would make and sparking co...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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54:09
Szn 3, Episode 8: Let’s talk about “Yonnou Souff” with Ndeye Maram
In this episode, we sit with consultant and community activist, Ndeye Maram and delve into the compelling narrative of the recent influx of Senegalese migrants arriving in the United States. We explore the challenges they encounter, from cultur...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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58:56
Szn 3, Episode 7: Our Reaction to “Daling Kor”
Join us as we dive into Senegalese current events, where we discuss culture, politics, and society. In this episode, we also share our reactions to the controversial music video "Daling Kor" by Aida Samb.
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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54:20
Szn 3, Episode 6: #FreeSenegal
Arame & Aida engage in a candid conversation about their thoughts on current events in Senegal, which include protests against the current administration’s repression of opposing parties and the #FreeSenegal movement.
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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41:05
Szn 3, Episode 5: Can We Be Better People?
Ramadan Mubarak to all who celebrate!This episode we ask: Can We Be Better People?Arame and Aida discuss some negative character traits we see in our community and how we can all work to be better people. From Jiiw to Xebaté, what i...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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1:03:55
Szn 3, Episode 4: African Aunties
It's been a while! In this episode, Arame & Aida talk about African Aunties and Uncles! Specifically, they discuss how they are themselves becoming African Aunties. What realities and responsibilities comes with the coveted title? Tune ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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50:35
Szn 3, Episode 3: Rest
We took some time to rest. | Because Joko Podcast is something we do best when we are energized. Since we had such a great time resting, we decided to return, after a long break from recording episodes, with a new episode called “REST.” |...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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1:08:00
Szn 3, Episode 2: Buzz Culture
In this episode, we talk about what it means to have “Buzz” in Senegal; the benefits and consequences of having “Buzz”; and how some folks can leverage “Buzz” for economic opportunities.
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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1:07:16
Szn 3, Episode 1: Long Distance Relationships
We're back - Szn 3 is here!We have made some new changes to this season. We now have monthly episodes, which are longer! You'll get all the things you love about Joko plus a new Devil's Advocate segment, Listener Letters (b...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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1:27:12
Szn 2, Episode 12: A Discussion on Gender Inequality with Amy Seck (SNGL Foundation)
Season 2 Finale! We are joined with the co-founder of the SNGL Foundation (@senegalfoundation), Amy Seck (@amyseckk) as we discuss the different facets of gender inequality in Senegal. We end this episode with solutions - like we always do- and...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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1:12:47
Szn 2, Episode 11: Joko x SenAgro: Interview w/ Founder & CEO, El Hadji Ndour
In this episode, Arame & Aida invite SenAgro USA's Founder and CEO, El Hadji Ndour for an insightful conversation on the gap he is bridging when it comes to providing American consumers with beloved African food and cosmetic products! Liste...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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42:19
Szn 2, Episode 10: Joko x FOHSEN: Brick-by-Brick Campaign
In this episode, Aida and Arame host Eva and Maryama from Foundation for a Healthier Senegal, a.k.a FOHSEN. Join them to learn about FOHSEN's mission, what they are doing in Senegal, their latest initiatives, and their personal motivations for ...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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34:00
Szn 2, Episode 9: Toubabs in Senegal
In this episode we engage in a discussion about how some yt people in Senegal can contribute to the following: (1) furthering the colonial dichotomy of a civilized West vs a perceived backward Africa/ rest of the world, (2) furthering une...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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49:45
Szn 2, Episode 8: Senegalese Masculinity
In this episode, Joko invites two Senegalese men to talk about Senegalese masculinity. We delve into the characteristics, influences, and implications of this type of masculinity and how it compares to masculinity in other cultures. Join us in ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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55:24
Snz 2, Episode 7: Social Media Posting While Senegalese
In this episode, Arame and Aida talk about the "double life" many Senegalese-Americans live due to external pressures to present oneself in a particular way on social media. Listen in for the reasons behind the double life and their take on sol...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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34:21
Szn 2, Episode 6: Building Wealth, Doing Business in Africa & Escaping Forex Scams: A Conversation with M.B.L.
While Aida was enjoying her best life in Senegal (more about that coming soon!), Arame was in the states interviewing Mamadou B. Ly, which also was a great time! Mamadou B. Ly (aka MBL) is the Chief Executive Officer of MBL Enterp...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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51:40
Szn 2, Episode 5: Joko invites Waxal Podcast
In this episode, Joko invites Waxal Podcast, a group of Senegalese guys who speak on different topics. For this conversation, the group tackles four topics: (1) romantic relationships between Africans and African-Americans, (2) the stigma aroun...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:35:38
Szn 2, Episode 4: Clandestine Immigration
In this episode, Arame & Aida talk about the recent clandestine immigration events in Senegal. On this Friday (November 13, 2020), Senegal is having a national day of mourning, in honor of the ~480 victims who lost their lives trying to cro...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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28:35
Szn 2, Episode 3: Boss Money
Part Two of our WhatsApp series: In this episode we talk about how money flows through WhatsApp and problems that can arise from these money transfers. | Intro & Outro Song: "Chiibii Riibii" by Bass Thioung |
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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22:02
Szn 2, Episode 2: WhatsApp Series Intro
The WhatsApp Series is here! For the next couple of episodes, Arame and Aida delve deep into the communication app, WhatsApp! In this intro episode, they start chipping away the iceberg by talking about what WhatsApp is, what it's used for, and...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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34:04