Season 1
Oct. 23, 2024
Ep 188 : From Pirate Ships to Playgrounds ft Klara Harry
In this heartwarming 6th anniversary episode, we celebrate six incredible years of our podcast with an extraordinary guest my six-year-old daughter! Join us as she shares delightful stories about her recent birthday, her favorite movies, and the sports she loves watching at the Olympics, like gymna…
Oct. 9, 2024
Ep 187: Montego Bay to New York A Story of Adaptation & Success ft Kerry Ann Reid Brown
Today we're diving into a special re-released conversation with Kerry Ann Reid Brown. Kerry reflects on growing up in Montego Bay, Jamaica to her inspiring journey to New York City. The significant adjustments she had to make included adapting to the cold weather and navigating cultural differences…
Oct. 2, 2024
Ep 186: Revisiting Boats, Belonging, and Battling Climate Change ft Maurice Tamman
This episode was originally recorded in April 2021.
Welcome to another episode of "White Label American." Nigeria just marked its 64th anniversary (Oct 1st, 1960), so we've pulled a gem from the archives for you. Host Raphael Harry chats with Maurice Tam
Sept. 25, 2024
Ep 185: Revisiting A Daughter of Gombe ft Sarah H Moda
This episode was originally recorded in March 2021.
Sarah, the founder and CEO of Yarang Llamisi Foundation, hails from Gombe and shines as one of Nigeria's and the UK's finest. She's not just a business powerhouse; she's also a devoted mother and wife,
Sept. 11, 2024
Ep 184: Navigating Multilingual Worlds and Career Paths ft Claire Murigande
today we have the privilege of featuring Dr. Claire Murigande, a brilliant and multifaceted individual with a truly global perspective. Dr. Murigande, originally from Burundi and raised in Kenya, now resides in Switzerland, bringing with her a rich tapes
Sept. 4, 2024
Ep 183: He Qualified / She Qualified ft Dominic Lawson & Zenith Malawo
We're joined by two extraordinary guests: Dominic Lawson, a multi-award-winning podcaster and entrepreneur with a passion for the Olympics, and Zenith Malawo, a soon-to-be podcaster and dedicated sports fan.
Together with our host Raphael Harry, we'll ex
Aug. 28, 2024
Ep 182: Life Lessons, Canadian Train Adventures, and Entrepreneurship ft Rokhaya Ndiaye
Rokhaya and I shall be on a panel at the 6th Afros and Audio Podcast Festival happening in Baltimore Oct 18-21. Use promo code rhy24afau to get yourself a 10% discount.
Today, I sit down with the multifaceted Rokhaya Ndiaye—a seasoned voice acting coac
Aug. 14, 2024
Ep 181: Keeping the Flame Alive: Olympics Reflections Pt 1 with Dominic, Mimi, and Weyu
Today we've got a jam-packed show as we dive deep into the world of the first Olympics round table with an all-star panel featuring Mimi Jacks, Dominic Lawson, and Weyu Hodge.
We'll discuss the thrilling 3-on-3 basketball game between the USA and Serbi
July 31, 2024
Ep 180 : From the Bronx to the Democratic National Convention ft Tasia
We’re joined by the dynamic Tasia, who takes us on an inspiring journey from the world of music videos to the high-stakes arena of live TV events. Tasia shares her experiences working behind the scenes at monumental events like the Democratic National
July 24, 2024
Ep 179: From VHS to Streaming: Olympic Stories Over the Years
Today, we're diving into something extra special – the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics! As the excitement builds, join me, Raphael Harry, as I share nostalgic memories from past Olympic Games that have captivated my heart since childhood. From the magic o
July 10, 2024
Ep 178: Euro 2024, Indian Elections, & Cross-Cultural Experiences ft Ashwin Goutham Gopi
Today we've got an exciting and thought-provoking conversation lined up with crowd favorite Ashwin Goutham Gopi. In this episode, we wander through my diverse experiences—from my recent trip to Europe, including a humorous mix-up in a women’s store,
July 3, 2024
Ep 177: You Have to Have a Mind That Sees The Whole Picture, Not Just One ft Vlad Margarit
Join us as we explore Vlad’s captivating story, tracing his revolutionary beginnings in Romania, introspective days in Bermuda, and vibrant life in New York City. Born in Bucharest, Vlad’s childhood was painted with outdoor escapades and lofty dreams
June 26, 2024
Ep 176: Embracing Multicultural Education and Culinary Discoveries ft Paula Sima
This was an incredible conversation with the amazing Paula Sima. We dove deep into her fascinating journey from Tanzania to the UK and Malaysia, exploring food, culture, and the beauty of embracing new environments. Paula shared her passion for hospitali
June 19, 2024
Ep 175: Black Narratives, Memphis History, and Podcasting Passion ft Dominic Lawson
I'm super excited to present an incredible conversation with the amazing Dominic Lawson, a multi award-winning podcaster, on the latest episode of "White Label American". Dominic takes us on a captivating journey from his humble beginnings in the Mar Ter
June 12, 2024
Ep 174 : Nothing Prepares You for Becoming a Parent ft Obinna Elechi
Obinna Elechi, a man of many talents. Hailing from Nigeria, he's an architect, comic book artist, and painter all rolled into one. In his solo episode, he delves into the complexities of parenthood, the societal pressures to adhere to traditional life mi
June 5, 2024
Ep 173 : It's African Time ft Kwesi Foli
The month of June commences with a distinguished guest, Kwesi Foli, the host and founder of the African Time Podcast. Kwesi expounds on the embracing of dual identities, discovering cultural affinities, navigating his creative evolution, and the tribu
May 29, 2024
Ep 172 : From Igbo Culture to AI: An Artistic Perspective ft Grace Nkem
I'm sorry for not releasing an episode last week. Remember Ep 169? It was related to that. I'm excited to release my first solo episode with Grace Nkem (who appeared in Ep 166 & 167). Grace discusses important topics such as her concerns about the im
May 15, 2024
Ep 171: Celebrating Motherhood with Global Flavors ft Arabella Von Arx, Mimi Jacks, Preet Pannu, & Verena Thoene
Welcome back to another eye-opening episode of White Label American. We dive deep into the extraordinary journey of motherhood with repeat guests Verena, Preet, Mimi, and Arabella. They discuss how cultural upbringing significantly influences their appr
May 8, 2024
Ep 170 : Navigating Life’s Rhythms with My Mother ft Ms. Emelia Harry Akponwei
With Mother's Day being celebrated earlier in many parts of the world before the United States, I couldn't resist sharing one of my dream episodes - a recording with my incredible mother, Emelia Harry Akponwei. In this heartwarming episode, she opens up
May 1, 2024
Ep 169: A Candid Update with Raphael Harry
Hello everyone, in this solo episode, I open up about my recent health challenges and express my gratitude to you, our patrons, for sticking with me during a creative slump. I'm excited to share incredible stories lined up, including heartfelt family his
Dec. 20, 2023
Ep 168: Cheers to 2023 ’A Gratitude-Filled Wrap-Up’ ft Raphael Harry
Raphael Harry wraps up the year with a personal reflection on gratitude. He expresses deep appreciation for the diverse array of guests who have shared their stories on the podcast. Reflecting on listener feedback, he notes an unexpected connection that
Dec. 13, 2023
Ep 167 : Exploring Mythology, Religion, and Fine Art ft Amir Bey, Grace Nkem, & Obinna Elechi
Welcome back to another thought-provoking episode with Obinna Elechi, Grace Nkem, and Amir Bey as they engage in a captivating discussion on spirituality, art, and the impact of digital culture. Dive deep into mythology, religious beliefs, and the portra
Nov. 29, 2023
Ep 166: A Triangulation ft Amir Bey, Grace Nkem, and Obinna Elechi
On our latest episode, we have a lineup of three incredible creatives: Amir Bey, Grace Nkem, and Obinna Elechi. They will captivate you with their inspiring stories, starting from their birth cities to their childhood memories and early sources of inspir
Nov. 22, 2023
Ep 165 : Thankful Hearts and TKOs ft Corey Gumbs and Mimi Jacks
On this special Thanksgiving episode of our podcast, we have the privilege of being joined by two incredible guests from Brooklyn and Queens. We are truly grateful for our amazing listeners who make this all possible. At this moment, we want to know what