Tribespeople!
WELCOME BACK TO THE JOLA MEETS THE MADI podcast, Season 6!
In episode one, the boys welcome Dr. Ismail Badjie, a pharmacist, an entrepreneur, an author, and industry trailblazer, to launch his book, “Life As A Hyphen.” The book saw massive success upon its release in the summer of 2023, which coincides with when the episode was recorded. Through the interview, the boys touch on different topics & themes in the book, while getting a first person perspective from Dr Ismail.

Life As A Hyphen is a collection of essays & short stories written by Dr Ismail that offers a deeply personal exploration of a man straddling two worlds, and the complexities of these dual identities. A thought provoking & inspiring read, the book is a testament to the transformative power of storytelling and the enduring human spirit.

Link to grab a copy 'Life As A Hyphen Book' by Dr. Ismail D. Badjie:
https://www.lifeasahyphen.com/


00:00 -06:00 Our Podcasts' Origins
06:00 - 8:11 Website Launch Announcement
08:11-13:29 Introducing Dr. Ismail Badjie
13:29-17:24 African Ancestry & Intersectionality
17:24-27:17 The Hyphen Between America & Africa
27:19-32:23 Colonialism Impact on African Millennials
32:23-37:49 Black Man in America
37:49-44:41 Our Distant Cousins
44:41-54:36 A Girl Dads' Love Letter