Odejuma
Podcast Description
Odejuma recognizes the magic of storytelling! From personal experiences to stories of adventure. From tales of resilience to finding joy in the simple things, this podcast seeks to gather pieces of wisdom to inspire, entertain, and educate. Because there is power in the stories of everyday people, and these stories are worth telling.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes such as personal growth, resilience, love, and identity, with episodes showcasing guest stories and experiences. For example, one episode explores Wana Udobang's journey in using storytelling to address societal themes, while another highlights the importance of sharing food memories in creative processes. Odejuma aims to inspire and educate its audience through the power of storytelling.
Odejuma recognizes the magic of storytelling! From personal experiences to stories of adventure. From tales of resilience to finding joy in the simple things, this podcast seeks to gather pieces of wisdom to inspire, entertain, and educate. Because there is power in the stories of everyday people, and these stories are worth telling.
In this episode of Odejuma, Harry is in conversation with Wana Udobang, an incredibly talented storyteller, writer, poet, performer, and curator. Wana has the gift of weaving poetry, performance, and art curation together into a vehicle to implore her audience to dig deeper. In this conversation, she opens up about her journey from writing just for herself to using her art to tackle big societal themes and explore identity.
We dive into her unique Comfort Food Storytelling Workshop, where food memories spark creative storytelling and bring people together. Plus, we talk about the inspiration behind her iconic poem ‘Catfish’ and insights from her latest exhibition, Dirty Laundry, which invites folks to experience art in everyday spaces. Wana’s passion for the power of storytelling shines through as she highlights how it fosters connection and also serves as a source for healing.
Join us for this inspiring conversation that celebrates the beauty of sharing our stories, how our stories connect with people, and how they transform us from the inside out.
Watch Wana perform Catfish: Words and Inspirations features Wana Udobang
Watch Wana perform Revolution: Revolution by Wana Udobang – YouTube
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