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We’re back and we’re kicking off season five by asking: what happens when Japa doesn’t feel like a one-way trip anymore?Abimisola and Malik catch up on their own Japa journeys, returning home, changin...

18 Aug 58min

Filmmaker Akinola Davies Jr. left Nigeria at 13 and didn't return for 9 years. In this conversation, he shares what it's like to live between Nigeria and the UK, why he finally made a film about his f...

17 Feb 50min

Even when we’re out of season, we’re still bringing you good content! In this bonus crossover episode, Abimisola guest hosts Culture Custodian’s Uncultured podcast, diving into the history of japa in ...

5 Nov 202538min

It’s a wrap on this season of Japa Diaries! 🥳 In this finale episode, we reflect on the highs, the lessons, and the laughter that made this season so special. From identity and home to Afrobeats and ...

14 Okt 202556min

We’re catching up with rap legend M.I. Abaga! From his U.S. college days to shaping African hip-hop back home, M.I. talks living between two worlds, connecting African creatives, and staying grounded ...

7 Okt 20251h 18min

Being an international student can be tough... and expensive. In this episode, we talk to John, co-founder of the African Leadership Bridge, about turning his own struggles into a scholarship fund for...

30 Sep 20251h 23min

This week, Koko joins us to talk all things Pan-Africanism!From its historic roots to the challenges of unity today, we talk diaspora identity and why staying connected to African news and stories mat...

23 Sep 20251h 2min

We did it! Our first-ever live event was a success, and we can’t thank you enough for showing up and showing love.In this episode, we recap the highs and lows: from ticket-sale nerves to the epic game...

16 Sep 202546min