No Shame In My Name

LABOSSIERE

Despite the shallow stereotypes often inflicted on Haiti, it is a nation that holds deep roots. In this episode, David shares his name-story, revealing its complex history and unique qualities, accompanied by an unexpected familiarity.  

 

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OLUWATOSIN

Several encounters in education and business opened up Rosemary to an adventure of discovery. Listen, as she shares her name-story, and its influences on a testimony characterised by God’s favour. 

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KAESHELLE RIANNE

Kaeshelle’s name has travelled far and wide. From resembling a circular fortress in Ireland, to being totally transformed on a trip to South America.  Listen, as she gleefully shares the anecdotes attached to her name, including the fond memory of her late Athletics coach, Lloyd Cowan, who would habitually refer to her as ‘Koscielny’.

 

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ORITSEWEHINMI

Wehinmi’s early world was shaped by events which would later lead to embarrassment of his name. But a sit-down conversation with his Dad, in his mid-teens changed everything. Listen as he tells us more about his journey to acceptance and celebration. 

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SKYE.

It’s not everyday you come across someone with a name like Skye’s. Her name, so distinctive, it simply cannot be boxed in. Listen as she shares her name-story, telling of its unique symbolism and its universal association. 

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OLUWATOBILOBA

From an early age, Tobi King discovered the art of playfully engaging with his name. Not only did it give him a sense of ownership, but served as a foundation for the confidence he would later require when choosing a professional stage name. 

Listen, as he shares multi-layered stories about his Yoruba name, expressing the courage of searching, learning and improvising.

 

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IFEOLUWAPO

From as young as she can remember, Ife has been thrust into situations that have inadvertently taught her to embrace the multi-faceted nature of her Yoruba name. In some contexts, common, and in other contexts, unique. Listen as she shares her name-story with an infectious and animated outlook. 

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HAFSA

In her childhood and adolescence, Hafsa was ashamed of her unique name, for fear of standing out. However, with maturity and a tenacious curiosity, she has grown to embrace her name with its multifaceted layers and powerful meaning. ‘Young Lioness’. Listen as she eloquently recounts her journey of discovery. 

 

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AZUBUIKE

For Chid Suzan, her family name speaks volumes. It is a mantra, which she lives by, but also, a collective reminder of their immigration experience to Canada. “Those behind you are your strength.” Listen as she passionately explains the implications of this, on all facets of her life and story. 

 

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OLUWAMAYOWAMI

Mayowa’s full name is monumental, representing the unexpected yet bittersweet circumstances surrounding his birth. Joy in the midst of sorrow. In the first episode of the year, listen as he celebrates the story of his name, with poised reflections. 

 

If you’re interested in sharing your name-story, please do drop us an email: noshameinmynamepod@gmail.com. 

 

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