Rooted and Rising with Chioma Okafor
Rooted and Rising with Chioma Okafor
Podcast Description
A podcast that goes beyond job titles to uncover the personal stories, motivations, and identities of immigrants and changemakers. Through honest conversations, we explore what drives people, how their journeys have shaped them, and the ways they’re rising to create impact — in their communities and beyond. It’s about being grounded in where we come from and intentional about where we’re going.
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The podcast focuses on themes of identity, resilience, cultural roots, and the impact of individual journeys in community development, with episodes showcasing diverse stories like Josephine Garnem's experience in humanitarian leadership, Ezinne Ezekwem's path as a Nigerian professional abroad, and Dr. Maimunat Alex Adeomi's insights on health equity and representation.

A podcast that goes beyond job titles to uncover the personal stories, motivations, and identities of immigrants and changemakers. Through honest conversations, we explore what drives people, how their journeys have shaped them, and the ways they’re rising to create impact — in their communities and beyond. It’s about being grounded in where we come from and intentional about where we’re going.
What does it take to balance two demanding medical careers, a thriving marriage, and the beautiful chaos of raising a family?
In this deeply insightful episode, we sit down with the remarkable Dr. Obi and Dr. Oge, a married power couple who are both physicians. They open up about their journey, from their childhood influences that guided them toward service to the unexpected sacrifices they made along the medical path.
Join us as they share their incredible love story, discuss how being in the same high-pressure profession strengthens (and sometimes challenges) their partnership, and reveal the intentional choices they make to preserve their individual identities while building a meaningful legacy for their children.

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