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Celebrating the stories behind names.
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Monday Oct 24, 2022
Monday Oct 24, 2022
Anniwaa’s name – specific to a region in Kumasi, translates to ‘eyes of the world’. It is a name befitting to her animated, imaginative and inquisitive disposition. In this episode, listen as she paints a picture of her name-story, with vivid anecdotes.
Topics discussed:
- The continuation of names in family tradition
- Pronouncing names authentically
- How names inform characters worlds in acting
Anniwaa Buachie:
Twitter: @anniwaabuachie
Instagram: @anniwaabuachie
https://www.anniwaabuachie.com/
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Monday Oct 17, 2022
Monday Oct 17, 2022
Astrid’s names have often elicited responses of curiosity. In this episode, listen as she shares her name-story, appreciating in detail – the surprise, homage and honour that names can bring.
Topics discussed:
- Names as a symbol of honour
- Changing names via deed poll
- How names can spark an internal exploration about identity
Astrid:
Instagram:@astrid_mbx
It’s A Continent:
Twitter: @itsacontinent
Instagram: @itsacontinentpod
Website: www.itsacontinent.com/
To preorder the It’s A Continent book, click here: https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/chinny-ukata/its-a-continent/9781529376784/
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Monday Oct 10, 2022
Monday Oct 10, 2022
When Ken moved from Nigeria to England at a young age, his name symbolised assimilation into a new environment. As an adult growing connected to his African identity, he tells us how embracing his Nigerian Igbo name has brought him closer to home. Listen as he shares his name-story.
Topics discussed:
- How names can deepen your connection to your parents
- African names and their meaning
Ezeamaka:
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Monday Oct 03, 2022
Monday Oct 03, 2022
As we welcome in a new #NSIMN season, we hear from Samuel who shares the meaning and story behind his Igbo name.
Topics discussed:
- Names representing different stages of life
- Introducing oneself differently
- The impact of names on a person
Samuel:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samueligwe96/?originalSubdomain=uk
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Friday Sep 30, 2022
Friday Sep 30, 2022
The No Shame In My Name platform exists to celebrate and document the stories behind names. In celebration of International Podcast Day, we take a brief glimpse back at some of the name-stories that have been shared to date.
To find out how you can share your name-story, send us an email: noshameinmynamepod@gmail.com.
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Monday Apr 11, 2022
Monday Apr 11, 2022
Philippa has always been curious about her name – in all its forms – and with its intriguing meaning. The curiosity is not lost in this episode, as she whimsically shares her name-story.
If you’re interested in sharing your name-story, send us an email: noshameinmynamepod@gmail.com.
We’re also on Instagram too! Follow us @noshameinmynamepod.
Monday Apr 04, 2022
Monday Apr 04, 2022
Shasha was given his Shona name by his Father, to mark victory, accomplishment and a legacy of excellence. Listen as Shasha shares what it means to carry the name of a champion.
If you’re interested in sharing your name-story, send us an email: noshameinmynamepod@gmail.com.
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Monday Mar 28, 2022
Monday Mar 28, 2022
Nehemiah’s name comes from the biblical character who was instrumental in rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. It’s a name that Nehemiah describes as ‘outlandish’, yet one that he has grown to love. Listen as he shares his name-story, with a curious and inquisitive spirit.
If you’re interested in sharing your name-story, send us an email: noshameinmynamepod@gmail.com.
We’re also on Instagram too! Follow us @noshameinmynamepod.
Monday Mar 21, 2022
Monday Mar 21, 2022
Growing up, the pressures of assimilation led Sagal to create distance with all things Somali – including her name.
Listen as she shares her name-story, revealing her process of overcoming shame and her journey to embracing a rich and layered culture.
If you’re interested in sharing your name-story, send us an email: noshameinmynamepod@gmail.com.
We’re also on Instagram too! Follow us @noshameinmynamepod.
Monday Mar 14, 2022
Monday Mar 14, 2022
In Yoruba, Adjani’s name translates to ‘He who has won a struggle'. Listen as he shares his name-story, revealing a deep and intricate tale of discovery, victory and reclamation.
If you’re interested in sharing your name-story, send us an email: noshameinmynamepod@gmail.com.
We’re also on Instagram too! Follow us @noshameinmynamepod.