Category: Candid Conversations podcast

Join host Mary Oyediran for the Candid Conversations podcast, where she meets members of the African diaspora to discuss their personal experiences living in Ireland. The series explores, in a candid and open manner, the impacts of racism on minority communities. We’ll hear about the cultural experiences and focus on the many positive contributions the African diaspora make to enrich Irish society. Candid Conversations podcast is available on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get podcasts.

Candid Conversations episode 11

In this Candid Conversations Podcast we’ve the honour and privilege to talk to Adekunle Gomez. He is a Storyteller, Story Collector, Writer, co-founder of the African Cultural Project (also known as the African Institute), and an activist for the progress of humanity. His unique,…

Candid Conversations episode 10

In this latest episode of Candid Conversations we’re joined by Eya Lawani, a special needs assistant (SNA), an author, spoken word Poet and an advocate for Youth Justice. She talks plainly about her remarkable journey to Ireland, 26 years ago. Her direct approach,…

Candid Conversations episode 9

In this 9th episode of Candid Conversations Podcast we have a unique, awe-inspiring young woman Beryl Ohas originally from Kenya, settled in Ireland. She is a Journalist, Public Speaker, Event Host, Creative Writer and an Activist for the rights of her community…

Candid Conversations episode 8

Welcome to this latest edition of Candid Conversations Podcast. Our honoured guest is the amazing Deborah Palmer a Data Processor/Analyst, Writer/ Poet and Singer. Her exotic background, elegant style and her eloquent voice, she shares an insightful, firm approach to racism, mental illness and…

Candid Conversations episode 7

Welcome to this latest edition of Candid Conversations Podcast. Mrs Mambou Fermine ( Mama) is a retired Farmer, Craft maker, Widow, Mother & Grandmother. Originally from the Cameroon, she takes centre stage to share her personal journey, before and after settling in Dublin.…

Candid Conversations episode 6

Please joins us for this sixth episode of Candid Conversations with Judes Hughes an Elder Stateman, a Professional Taylor, Activist and Philanthropist. Sir Judes in his calm ,cool and collected manner, captures over four decades of personal experience and history growing up…

Candid Conversations episode 5

In this episode 5 of Candid Conversations Podcast we encounter Sam Oyediran, a Machine Learning Engineer. He talks frankly, honestly about his personal experience in pursuit of his ambition plus a deep hunger for adventure abroad. This was the fuel driving young…

Candid Conversations episode 4

In this episode we meet Helen Ugbome, a Clinical Nurse Manager and Specialist in infection, prevention and control in the HSE, Primary Care/Community Setting ( Ireland). Helen shares her candid, arduous yet rewarding journey in the nursing profession. Raw but relatable to those in…

Candid Conversations episode 3

Please join us for the latest episode of Candid Conversations Podcast. Mohamed Abdi Mudey, the former Deputy Director of at Somalian Media, Director of Astaan Sports and a Sports Journalist for fifteen years in Somalia, supporting women’s sport. He shares his harrowing experience…

Candid Conversations episode 2

In this second episode we are joined by Lassane Ouedraogo the Sanctuary Support Officer, Trinity College Dublin and current director of the African Solidarity Centre Ireland. Lassane is an expert on Migration, Asylum and Refugees issues. His years of experience, knowledge and practical…