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Software Engineer, Tobenna was considering moving to the UK but found a job in Germany. Months later, he moved to Germany. In this episode, we discuss:
His journey to GermanyLearning how to shop and cook in GermanyMaking new friendsThe German work culture And a few other thingsFollow on IG: @victorugoonjoku/@japapodcast
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In this episode, I reconnected with a university friend, Gloria who moved to China for studies in 2019. She is on a Chinese Government Scholarship. In this episode, we discuss:
Her journey to ChinaLearning ChineseCulture shockStudying in ChinaAnd a few other thingsFollow on IG: @victorugoonjoku/@japapodcast
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Zijn er afleveringen die ontbreken?
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In time for summer, I had a chat with Dr. Ezekiel to discuss our summer plans for 2024. Dr Ezekiel also talked about his summer experience in China and Qatar. In this episode, we:
Had our usual check inShared our summer plansTalked about summer in China and QatarDiscussed the need to get some restAnd if you have questions for Dr Ezekiel, reach him on IG: @zekesins
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In 2018, Ikenna Okeh moved to Northern Cyprus. But things turned out differently and he was later deported. He wrote the book, Deportee to shine light on the experiences of Nigerians (and Africans) in Northern Cyprus. He has since moved to Turkey and is currently on a 6 months residency in Mexico. In this episode, we discuss:
His journey to Northern CyprusBeing deportedMoving to TurkeyBuilding a creative career in EuropeHis books (most of which are available on Amazon and other bookstores)And a few other thingsFollow on IG: @victorugoonjoku/@japapodcast
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In 2009, Chisom left Nigeria for Canada. Several years later, she has completed her studies and now works in finance. She is also a baker and a dessert stylist and shares her work on Nri Nka, an online page where she tells stories about the human experience. In this episode, we discuss:
Her journey to CanadaExperiencing culture shock upon her visit to Nigeria'The Stupid African Name'Nri NkaNavigating CanadaAnd a few other thingsFollow on IG: @victorugoonjoku/@japapodcast
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Toyosi left her banking job and moved to the UK for a master's degree. Done with the degree, she now works as a project officer. In this episode, we discuss:
Her journey to the UKKindnessStudying in the UKIntegrating into the UKGetting a jobAnd a few other thingsFollow on IG: @victorugoonjoku/@japapodcast
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As a teenager, Ezekiel moved to Doha, Qatar with his family. A few years later, he moved to China, where he attended medical school. Dr. Ezekiel is now in Germany pursuing a master's degree in immunology. In this episode, we discuss:
His journey to Qatar, China and GermanyStudying in Qatar, China and GermanyJob options that are available to medical doctors who don't want to practiceAnd a few other thingsFollow on IG: @victorugoonjoku/@japapodcast
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Mr C and Mrs C host the Nollywood Film Club. Mr C, a British Nigerian moved to the UK at 11, while Mrs C moved to the UK at 17. In this episode, the couple share:
Their journey to the UKStudying in the UKCulture shock Twitter NG Men (UK Branch) and DeportationIroko CriticAnd a few other thingsFollow on IG: @victorugoonjoku/@japapodcast
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The Japa Podcast is back for the second season. In this episode, Victor gives an update on life after the first season. The guest, Vanessa left Nigeria in 2020 following the #EndSARS protest. In this episode, she shares:
Her journey to the UKStudying in the UKFinding her first job in the UKBuilding communityGetting integrated into the UK societyAnd several other thingsFollow on IG: @victorugoonjoku/@japapodcast
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Following his father's advice, Omojevwe moved to Romania to study medicine. His father had suggested relocation due to the situation in Nigeria. In this episode of the Japa Podcast, we discuss:
His journey to RomaniaStudying medicine in RomaniaChristmas in Romania And several other thingsYou can keep in touch with Omojevwe on IG: @jevwes
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Pushed by the outcome of the EndSARS Protest, Jerry Chiemeke decided to leave Nigeria for life elsewhere. But nothing prepared him for how lonely it would get. Jerry Chiemeke is a content and communication specialist, lawyer, film critic and writer. In this episode of the Japa Podcast, we discuss:
His journey to the UKThe EndSARS ProtestLife in the UKLonelinessAnd several other thingsFollow on IG: @victorugoonjoku/@japapodcast
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The guest today is a tech sis. Although with a background in communication, Ugochi is now a software developer. She has recently moved to the Czech Republic with her husband. In this episode of the Japa Podcast, Ugochi and I discuss:
Her journey to the Czech RepublicLife after universityMoving to techLife in the Czech RepublicAnd several other thingsFollow on IG: @victorugoonjoku/@japapodcast
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Within 10 years of arriving in Germany, Dr Niyi Olarewaju earned himself an MSc, a PhD and an MBA. This was achieved even after graduating with a second-class lower back in Nigeria. In this episode of the Japa Podcast, Dr Olarewaju and I discuss:
His journey to GermanyStarting an MSc with a 2.2Getting a PhDDispelling a myth about PhDsThe secret to his success in Germany And several other thingsFollow on IG: @victorugoonjoku/@japapodcast
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What better way to celebrate Nigeria's Independence Day than a good rant about the state of affairs in the country? Nigeria gained independence in 1960. Several years down the line, things have only gotten worse. As much as it would be nice to talk about Nigeria with excitement, that would be almost impossible considering the current economic situation, the level of insecurity and too many other things. In this episode the guest, Timi and I discuss:
His journey to BudapestGetting a job in Hungary as a foreign studentA viral tweet about leaving NigeriaRant! Rant!! Rant!!!Timi is studying for a bachelor's degree at a Hungarian university. To get in touch with Timi, check his IG: @timi._.lehin
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What happens after studies? This is something anyone who has ever studied has pondered. Completing studies as a foreign student adds more layers of questions. Will there be a post-study visa? What are the chances of getting a job as a foreigner? Should I return home? The guest, Ikenna has recently completed a master's programme in the US. In this episode, Ikenna and I discuss:
His journey to the USSwitching his majorFinishing grad schoolFinding a jobPost-study lifeAnd several other thingsFollow on IG: @victorugoonjoku/@japapodcast
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This episode focuses on life in Hungary as a Nigerian student. The guest, Mena studies physiotherapy at a Hungarian university. She owns a food business and is a co-host of the Banter with M and O podcast. In this episode, Mena and I discuss:
Her journey to HungaryStudying in HungaryDoing a food business as a student in HungaryHosting a podcastAnd several other thingsYou can listen to the Banter with M and O podcast on your preferred podcast streaming platform. Keep in touch with Mena on Twitter @MenaIOghoghorie.
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Recently graduated with a first class in Communication and Media, Biodun is a Nigerian who lives in Poland where he creates lifestyle and travel content for his Youtube channel. In this episode, Biodun and I discuss:
His journey to PolandMoving from a bachelor's in Agric to an MA in communicationGraduating with a first-classContent creationTime managementAnd several other thingsVisit Biodun's Youtube channel to learn more about life in Poland. You can also follow Biodun on IG @nowbiodun
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Founded by Ikeade Oriade, What Kept Me Up is a Nigerian digital media publication that focuses on film and television. In this episode of the Japa Podcast, Ikeade and I discuss:
His journey to GermanyAdapting to GermanyHow What Kept Me Up came aboutHow he manages to run a Nigerian-based digital media publication from GermanyAnd several other thingsVisit What Kept Me Up for up-to-date information on anything film or TV.
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This episode focuses on the UK work culture discussed from the lens of Kehinde James, a Nigerian who lives and works in the UK. Kehinde and I discuss:
Her journey to the UKFinding her first jobThe UK work cultureA comparison between working in the UK and working in NigeriaLearning new skillsAnd several other thingsFollow on IG: @victorugoonjoku/@japapodcast
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This episode focuses on the experience of two Nigerians who returned to Nigeria after their studies in the UK. The guests Dolly and Isaac are hosts of the Road to 30 podcast, a top podcast for Nigerians in their 20s. They both moved to the Uk for their first degree and returned six years after. In this episode the guests and I discuss:
Their journeys to the UKA comparison between studying in Nigeria and the UKLooking for jobs after studiesReturning to NigeriaReflecting on the experience since moving back to Nigeria And many moreYou can listen to the Road to 30 podcast on your preferred podcast streaming platform. Keep in touch with Dolly on IG @dolly.writes and Isaac @Isaakanye_ on all platforms.
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