On our final episode, we're joined by her Majesty Queen Mother Dòwòti Désir-Hounon Houna II.She is the  Axosi Daxo (axosu sin asi lèè sin nukonto)  of the Royal Palace of Dada Daagbo Hounon Houna II Guely. She is the Founder and President of The AfroAtlantic Theologies & Treaties Institute (ATI) www.ATI-global.org, and the DDPA Watch Group. The Ambassador-at-Large of the Grand Conseil du Vodun Hwendo of Benin, and a Chief in the Zangbeto (Ya-Êgbê Gan) and the Egungun (Ya—Agan) societies, the Queen Mother is a human rights activist, and Manbo Asogwe (High Priest) in Haitian Vodou. Click here for her full bio

18. What is Vodou? Part 2 of 2 w/ Queen Mother Manbo Dòwòti Désir

17. What is Vodou? Part 1 of 2 w/ Queen Mother Manbo Dòwòti Désir

In this episode, Garvenchy Nicolas, author of the newly published book "Immigrants: America's Ghostwriters", sat down with us! Garvenchy grew up in the same town as us in Haiti, a little place called Cap-Haitien. And like us and many others, he experienced the feeling of immigrating from Haiti to the United States. And he joins us to tell his story.Buy his book: "Immigrants : America's Ghostwriters" https://www.amazon.com/dp/1693706245/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_IVf8DbDF65VDP

16. "Immigrants: America's Ghostwriters" w. Garvenchy Nicolas

In this episode, we have an in-depth conversation with Steven Baboun about growing in Haiti as a Haitian-Arab. His family migrated from Syria to Haiti in the early 1960s in search of a better life. They landed in Haiti and have been there ever since. We also went in-depth about his experience as a gay man and how it influences his art.

15. Art, Sex & Politics with Steven Baboun

Together with our Jamaican friend Jhori, we talk about our time spent in Cuba.

14. Cuba!! Part 2. w/ Jhori

On this episode we travel to Havana, Cuba!! We met Shany, a Canadian-Haitian student who moved to Cuba for medical school. We dive into her experience living in Cuba, learning Spanish, making friends and being far away from family.

13. We're in Cuba! Part 1. w/ Shany Bolte

On this episode, we have a fantastic conversation with the Haitian artist Paul Beaubrun. We dive into the life experiences that influenced his music — experiences such as growing up in the incredibly artistic Grammy nominated Boukman Eksperyans family, fleeing Haiti when he was a teenager due to political reasons, getting accustomed to American culture, and balancing life as a father and musician.UPCOMING SHOW!! Mercury Lounge- NYCNOV 7TH, 2019, 9:30 P.M.217 E Houston St, New York, NY 10002https://www.paulbeaubrun.com/

12. Ayibobo Paul Beaubrun!

In this episode, we have a great conversation with Sabrina Grandchamps Brockman, owner of the Haitian restaurant Grandchamps, located in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn. Along with her husband, chef Shawn, they run this oasis of Haitian cuisine where people like us, can get a taste of Haiti and feel at home.She talks about her career path; the benefits of having a day job while running a business; the origin of Grandchamps; how she manages motherhood while having a professional career and running 2 restaurants; interracial marriage;  And the surprising fact about her Chinese grandfather. Make Grandchamps your new favorite restaurant.197 Patchen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 718-484-4880Wed-Sun: 11a - 10pMon & Tues: Closed http://www.grandchamps.nyc/https://www.instagram.com/grandchampsbk/

11. Alo Sabrina Grandchamps Brockman

We finally reached episode TEN!!! We thank all of you for joining us on this journey! On this episode we're joined by Wolf's sister, Lyse Pamphile, who is a business consultant.  Lyse turns everyday people into entrepreneurs by helping them with business plans and strategies.

10. Celebrating Episode 10 with Lyse Pamphile

On our 9th episode, we have a very fun and light conversation with Riva Nyri Precil, who is a Haitian-American singer, dancer, and author. We discuss the path that lead her to become the artist she is today. We also got into love, life, astrology, music, and Haitian culture.You can find her latest album "Ayiti nan Kay la" on Itunes, Spotify, Tidal, where ever music lives.Visit her website: https://lovenyri.format.com/Instagram: @Riva.nyri Intro and Outro song: Ayiti Nan Kay LaAlbum: Ayiti Nan Kay La ℗ 2019 Monvelyno Alexis 

9. Divine Number Nine ft. Riva Nyri Précil

On this episode, we have an informative conversation about the importance of teaching Haitian Creole to our children, even if they don't live in Haiti. We're joined by Wynnie Lamour, founder of the Haitian Creole Language Institute (HCLI), and Darnelle Champagne, co-founder and director of Jaden Timoun. To learn Haitian Creole, visit:http://www.haitiancreoleinstitute.com/http://www.haitiancreoleinstitute.com/jadentimounlinks/

8. Don't be upset when someone asks if you speak Haitian.

On this episode, we get up close and personal with Maritza Boudoir. She's a business owner and fashion image consultant. She owns Boudoir House Boutique in Cap Haitien, Haiti. And she also hosts youth and women empowerment events in Haiti. 

7. Alo Maritza Boudoir

On this episode we are joined by Roy and Steven Baboun. Roy is an artist and psychotherapist, who is working within the Haitian community. He's  engaged in educating and raising awareness of mental health. Roy is also an openly gay man who is open to discussing the intersection of the gay community and the Haitian culture, and how they are evolving and clearing the stigmas. Steven Baboun, later introduced on the episode, is a Haitian artist, photographer and content creator. He initiated numerous art and photojournalism projects about Haitian culture.

6. Alo Mental Health w/ psychotherapist Roy & artist Steven Baboun

5. 5 uncomfortable topics for Haitians (Sex, Vodou, Homosexuality...)

4. Dating Life

On this episode, we remember some of our cherished childhood memories about Haiti. Join us as we take a walk down memory lane.

3. No Place Like Home (18 Mai  Edition)

Although Haiti has its own type of racism, we had no clue what to expect when we migrated to the US.

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