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Finding Resilience and Pride in Identity w/Mawunyo Gbogbo

Fungai Mutsiwa Season 3 Episode 9
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Ever grappled with the mispronunciation of your name or struggled to connect with your heritage? Join me as I host Mawunyo Gbogbo, a pop culture journalist at ABC and author of Hip-Hop & Hymns, who shares her inspiring journey of finding her identity as a black woman. Mawunyo opens up about the unique blend of resilience and pride she has cultivated while navigating challenges, including her quest to connect with her Ghanaian heritage.

We further peel back layers of her experiences as a black woman in Australia's media industry. She speaks candidly about encountering misconceptions, dealing with workplace racism, and the frustration of being seen as a disadvantage because of her race. More than just a window into her world, this episode offers profound insights on fostering understanding, dealing with adversity, and grounding oneself in one's values and beliefs.

Expect raw stories, piercing insights, and an unwavering testament to resilience and pride that promises to resonate with each listener.


Host:
Fungai Mutsiwa
Instagram:       @ blackfor30

Guests:
Mawunyo Gbogbo
Instagram:       @mawunyogbogbo
Website:         Mawunyo Gbogbo


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