In this LIVE recap, we break down what it really means to build one national identity and why unity matters now more than ever. We take a closer look at the challenges communities are facing today—social, political, and cultural—and how these issues shape our sense of belonging.

From everyday struggles to big-picture questions, this conversation explores how people can come together, bridge differences, and work toward a stronger, more united future. Whether you’re tuning in from the diaspora or back home, this episode gives you a simple, grounded look at the topics shaping our communities right now.


Hosts:
Sahra - @SoSahra
Christine - @ChristinaLado

Panel:
Amanual - @Amanual_Comedy
Cynthia - @magnyfi_cynt


#Podcast #SouthSudan #Diaspora #eastafrica #SOSAConvos #AfricanExcellence #DiasporaDialogues #LadiesOfSOSA #AfricaRising #ProudlyAfrican #panafricanism #fetishization #TPS #tpsending


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In this episode, we break down two major conversations hitting our community at once. First, we look at the fallout from the recent immigration changes and the cancellation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and how these shifts are shaking the stability of South Sudanese families across the U.S. We explain what’s happening in simple terms and talk through what it means for people who suddenly find their future uncertain.

We also dive into the Piopion Tribe trend that’s been circulating online and how it has opened the door to a bigger issue: the growing fetishization of South Sudanese women. From being treated like a novelty to having our culture picked apart for aesthetics, we unpack why this behavior is harmful and how it distorts the real stories, identities, and dignity of our women.

Together, we connect these topics to a bigger picture—how policy, pop culture, and social media shape the way South Sudanese people are seen and treated. It’s a raw and honest conversation about being more than a trend, more than a headline, and more than what outsiders choose to spotlight.

Hosts:
Sahra - @SoSahra
Christine - @ChristinaLado
Amanual - @Amanual_Comedy


#Podcast #SouthSudan #Diaspora #eastafrica #SOSAConvos #AfricanExcellence #DiasporaDialogues #LadiesOfSOSA #AfricaRising #ProudlyAfrican #panafricanism #fetishization #TPS #tpsending


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In this powerful episode, the Ladies of SOSA tackle one of the most personal and rarely discussed topics in our communities — fertility struggles. From PCOS and male infertility to cultural pressures, shame, and the painful silence many women face, our panel unpacks it all. We explore how tradition, stigma, and lack of awareness shape how infertility is seen in South Sudanese and African diaspora communities. Through real stories, medical insight, and heartfelt conversation, we challenge the idea that a woman’s worth is tied to childbirth — and call for more compassion, understanding, and open dialogue.

Hosts:
Sahra - @SoSahra
Christine - @ChristinaLado

Panel:
Cynthia - @Magnificynt_fitz
Janet - @janetakorikin
Tariq - @Arnabi20
KK - @TruckingWithKK

#Podcast #SouthSudan #Diaspora #eastafrica #SOSAConvos #AfricanExcellence #DiasporaDialogues #LadiesOfSOSA #AfricaRising #ProudlyAfrican #panafricanism #fertility #infertility #stigma #adoption #pcos


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Artificial Intelligence is moving faster than ever — from ChatGPT writing essays to AI diagnosing diseases. But what does this mean for us, the Black and African diaspora?

In this episode of Ladies of SOSA, Sahra and Christine sit down with a panel to unpack the pros, cons, and dangers of AI — how it’s reshaping jobs, education, and culture, and whether it’s moving too fast for us to keep up.

We explore:
The Job Market: Will AI take our jobs, or create new ones? (Hint: both.)


The Dangers: Bias, misinformation, and who controls the tech.


The Opportunities for Africa: From agriculture to education to healthcare, how AI could actually help the continent leap ahead.


Preparing Ourselves: The skills and mindset we need to stay ahead in an AI-driven world.


Diaspora Lens: Can AI empower global Black communities, or deepen the divides?


🎯 Expect a mix of real talk, interactive panel moments, and fun.

Special Guest: @chitheaesthete | @go.njem

Hosts:
Sahra - @SoSahra
Christine - @ChristinaLado

Panel:
Cynthia - @Magnificynt_fitz
Janet - @janetakorikin
Tariq - @Arnabi20
KK - @TruckingWithKK

✨ Join the conversation:
Would you trust an AI doctor? Could AI unite the African diaspora — or is it just another tool of exploitation? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

#Podcast #SouthSudan #Diaspora #eastafrica #SOSAConvos #AfricanExcellence #DiasporaDialogues #LadiesOfSOSA #AfricaRising #ProudlyAfrican #panafricanism #ai #aiart #aivideo


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In this powerful episode, we address the heartbreaking knife killings of two young South Sudanese boys in Melbourne—another devastating reminder of the violence tearing through our youth. We’re joined by Maker Mayek, a Melbourne-based lawyer and the CEO of the South Sudanese Australian National Basketball Association, who shares a first-hand account of what’s happening on the ground. Together, we explore the root causes behind this wave of youth deaths, the fear gripping families, and what it means for our community’s future.

This conversation is not just about mourning loss—it’s a call to action. How do we protect our young people? What role do families, leaders, and institutions need to play? And how can we come together, across the diaspora, to stop burying our children too soon?

Donate to the family: https://www.gofundme.com/f/donate-funeral-funds-for-chol-ayen-achiek

#Podcast #SouthSudan #Diaspora #eastafrica #WhatAfricaGotRight #SOSAConvos #AfricanExcellence #DiasporaDialogues #LadiesOfSOSA #AfricaRising #ProudlyAfrican #panafricanism #australia


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In this episode of Ladies of SOSA, we sit down with a small panel to ask the uncomfortable but necessary question:

Is Pan-Africanism actually realistic… or should we focus on solving our own internal issues first?

We look at the original vision of Pan-Africanism — unity, global Black solidarity, collective liberation — and compare it to the realities we face today: civil conflict, regional divisions, toxic online spaces, and competing priorities across the continent and diaspora.

We explore:

• What early leaders like Marcus Garvey and Kwame Nkrumah wanted (and why it worked for a time)
• Where Pan-Africanism shows up today (AfCFTA, culture, Afrobeats, political blocs)
• Whether uniting means ignoring our internal problems
• Can we do both — build unity and fix ourselves — or does one have to come first?

✨ Expect honest dialogue, balanced perspectives, and thought-provoking questions like:

“Can we really unite as Africans if we’re still divided in our own countries?”

Drop your thoughts in the comments — should we prioritize unity or self-healing first?

#Podcast #SouthSudan #Diaspora #slavery #eastafrica #eastafricanslavetrade #WhatAfricaGotRight #SOSAConvos #AfricanExcellence #DiasporaDialogues #LadiesOfSOSA #AfricaRising #ProudlyAfrican #panafricanism

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In this special Ladies of SOSA episode — premiering on co-host Sahra’s birthday — Christine and Sahra sit down with a dynamic panel of South Sudanese voices to explore how feminism is understood in our culture today, and how it shapes women’s choices in marriage, career, and community life.

From the historical role of women as culture-keepers to navigating modern expectations, we unpack how tradition, education, and ambition can sometimes clash — and how women are finding ways to define success for themselves. Along the way, we share personal stories of breaking barriers, balancing cultural values with personal goals, and embracing empowerment in everyday life.

And yes — there’s cake, laughter, and a little birthday love woven in.

Whether you’re in Juba, the diaspora, or somewhere in between, this episode invites you to rethink what it means to be a South Sudanese woman today — in love, in work, and in life.

#Podcast #SouthSudan #Diaspora #slavery #eastafrica #eastafricanslavetrade #WhatAfricaGotRight #SOSAConvos #AfricanExcellence #DiasporaDialogues #LadiesOfSOSA #AfricaRising #ProudlyAfrican


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In this panel episode of Ladies of SOSA, we each take a moment to honor the African leaders who’ve inspired us the most. From freedom fighters to presidents, visionary women to revolutionary thinkers, we share our personal favorites — not to debate or rank, but to celebrate their legacies and spark conversation.

Whether you agree, learn something new, or want to add your own to the list, this episode is all about reflection, pride, and passing the mic to those who paved the way.

#Podcast #SouthSudan #Diaspora #slavery #eastafrica #eastafricanslavetrade #WhatAfricaGotRight #SOSAConvos #AfricanExcellence #DiasporaDialogues #LadiesOfSOSA #AfricaRising #ProudlyAfrican


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