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One 54 Podcast

One 54 Podcast

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 One54, hosted by Akbar and Godfrey, is a first of its kind podcast spotlighting the untold stories of African entertainers, athletes and business leaders. Through unfiltered conversations, this podcast reveals the challenges and culture clashes of growing up African in America.

Akbar Gbajabiamila is a former NFL player, sports analyst, and television host best known for co-hosting American Ninja Warrior and CBS' The Talk. Proud of his Nigerian heritage, he brings a dynamic presence to media, blending his athletic background with insightful commentary and a deep connection to his roots.

Godfrey Daneschmah is a comedian and actor who's resume spans over 30 years and known for his sharp wit, spot-on impressions, and energetic stand-up performances. Drawing from his Nigerian heritage, he infuses cultural insight into his comedy, making him a standout voice in the entertainment industry.

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  • Ling & Lamb: Viral Love, Intercultural Marriage, Nigerian Pride & American Slang | One54

    Ling & Lamb: Viral Love, Intercultural Marriage, Nigerian Pride & American Slang | One54
    2025/11/05
    Ling & Lamb—viral creators with 8.5M+ followers and 3B+ views—join Akbar and Godfrey for a laugh-out-loud, culture-rich episode of One54.

    From palm wine and “chin-chin” debates to Lagos traffic and pronunciation games (“burger,” “squirrel,” Yoruba tones), the couple unpacks life as an intercultural family—blending Nigerian pride, American slang, and the everyday comedy that made them internet favorites.

    Lamb shares his journey from music to mission: staging full-scale concerts inside Nigerian prisons (a Johnny Cash–style twist) and helping free 135 non-violent inmates—then bringing that advocacy stateside. Ling opens up about learning Nigerian cuisine (egusi, okra, pounded yam), the infamous “cheesy chin-chin,” and how mac & cheese finally won Lamb over.

    Together they keep it real about communication, tone, and volume in marriage—and how humor, patience, and faith turn culture clashes into connection. They also reveal the heart behind their new book, Beautiful Foolishness—a playful, practical look at love with space to journal after each chapter—and the gritty first years: moving into Ling’s childhood bedroom, Lamb volunteering at the YMCA, landing the Lowe’s job, and building a salon and a brand from scratch.

    From Yoruba vs. Igbo identity to “green card” stereotypes, OnlyFans/police pranks, pet-peeves, credit cards (“cash and carry” vs. U.S. credit), and why timing kids is up to God—this one has humor, heart, and real talk.
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    2 時間 5 分
  • Emmanuel Acho On Nigerian Roots, Oprah, Uncomfortable Conversations & Matthew McConaughey | One54 Full Episode

    Emmanuel Acho On Nigerian Roots, Oprah, Uncomfortable Conversations & Matthew McConaughey | One54 Full Episode
    2025/10/22
    Emmanuel Acho, Emmy Award–winning host, New York Times bestselling author, and creator of Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man, joins Akbar and Godfrey for a raw and inspiring episode of One54.

    From NFL locker rooms to national television, Emmanuel shares how his Nigerian roots, faith, and family shaped his journey toward purpose and success.
    Born to Nigerian parents who immigrated to America with nothing, Emmanuel opens up about his father’s path from janitor to Ph.D. in psychology and his mother’s pursuit of a doctorate in nursing—all while raising four kids in Dallas, Texas.

    He recalls growing up between worlds: attending private school, going to church, learning discipline from strict African parents, and navigating the pressure to live up to the “doctor, lawyer, or engineer” standard.
    The hosts and Emmanuel discuss identity, colorism, and pride—comparing how Coming to America first gave Africans a sense of cinematic royalty and how Black Panther made it cool to embrace African roots in Hollywood.

    They reflect on cultural duality, from being called “too African” to “not Black enough,” and how that tension evolved into a superpower for first-generation kids.

    Emmanuel also opens up about the American Dream—what it truly means for immigrants, why his father’s mantra of “no excuses” drives him, and how faith kept him grounded through NFL setbacks and media fame. He discusses how Uncomfortable Conversations started and how Matthew McConaughey and Oprah helped him along the way. He shares powerful insights on representation and seeing African names proudly displayed on NFL jerseys.

    Filled with humor, honesty, and cultural pride, this episode dives deep into the power of heritage, family, and perseverance.
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    2 時間 9 分
  • Uzo Aduba On Growing Up Nigerian, Code-Switching, Beyoncé, Gap & Orange Is the New Black | One54 Full Episode

    Uzo Aduba On Growing Up Nigerian, Code-Switching, Beyoncé, Gap & Orange Is the New Black | One54 Full Episode
    2025/10/15
    Uzo Aduba, the three-time Emmy Award–winning actor, joins Akbar Gbajabiamila and Godfrey Danchimah on this episode of One54. Born to Nigerian parents who lived through the Biafran War, Uzo reflects on how her mother’s courage and work ethic shaped her worldview. She opens up about growing up in Massachusetts, being one of the few Black students in her school, and the painful moment she first heard a racial slur—and how her mother’s fiery response taught her dignity, strength, and pride.

    The hosts and Uzo dive into the duality of being Nigerian and African American, embracing both Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr., while also honoring African icons like Nnamdi Azikiwe and Nelson Mandela. They explore how code-switching begins as survival but evolves into a superpower—a skill that bridges cultures, as Trevor Noah once described in Born a Crime.

    From beauty standards to self-acceptance, Uzo shares how she once wanted braces to close her gap—until her mother reminded her it was a family mark of beauty. She reflects on the pressures of being a Nigerian kid expected to become a “doctor, lawyer, or engineer,” and how she defied expectations by pursuing her passion for the arts.

    Uzo recounts the emotional moment she almost quit acting after endless rejections—crying on the New York City subway—only to receive a life-changing call offering her the role that would define her career. She reveals how she built Orange Is the New Black’s beloved “Crazy Eyes” not from madness, but from love and innocence, channeling what she calls “childlike chaos.”

    She also opens up about losing The Color Purple role to Fantasia Barrino, being compared to Beyoncé after starring as Glinda in The Wiz Live!, and what it takes to stay grounded when the spotlight gets intense. Uzo discusses her acting process, journaling habits, and the influence of performers like Daniel Day-Lewis, Jim Carrey, and Viola Davis, who once inspired her in their New York theater days.

    Akbar and Godfrey reflect on money, success, and gratitude, sharing how Nigerian parents often express love through sacrifice—and how true success isn’t about fame, but about honoring the investment your family made in you. Uzo explains how she now uses her platform to pay it forward, mentoring others just as her community once supported her.

    The episode ends on a note of love and faith. Uzo describes meeting her husband at a rooftop mixer at the Empire Hotel, right after praying for clarity and giving up on dating. For the first time, she was fully herself—and it led to a love story worthy of a movie. She even shares details of her two weddings: a classic white American ceremony and a traditional Nigerian celebration complete with the money dance, kola nut, and joyful family traditions.
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    1 時間 37 分
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