The Johnny Just Come Podcast: Recent Episodes
Johnny Just Come Podcast
The Johnny Just Come podcast focuses on the experiences of immigrants and their children in America. The goal of this podcast is to shed light on the hidden stories within these groups and also to uplift our audiences by telling stories and sharing resources about ways they were able to progress in life and in their fields.
This podcast will be hosted by Dolapo and Bryan. We hope that in these discussions, we are able to bring certain needed conversations to light and help share experiences that help our listeners. Gist and laughter no dey end.
Dr. Emma Omoruyi, a pediatrician in Houston, TX who is the child of Nigerian immigrants narrates how her parents migrated from Nigeria in the mid-1970s in the aftermath of the Nigerian civil war, the Biafran War. She narrates how her parents met and the circumstances surrounding the birth of her brother. Dr. Omoruyi gives perspective on some of the difficulties faced by immigrants from a physician’s perspective. She explains ways African immigrants can empower themselves and ways in which the medical community can help empower these patients and create a more positive and welcoming environment for them.
Simi, an international student in her mid-20s who has now been in the United States for about a decade. She narrates her experiences as a young immigrant finding care in a new country and how that looked different being under the “protection” of the undergraduate system to then transitioning to post-graduation. She explains the sense of isolation and loss that can occur when one's understanding of society is useless in a newfound country; especially, in terms of how the American healthcare system works. She also narrates how the different laws surrounding the health insurance mandate influenced her experience and the negative turn of her health shortly after the requirement for insurance was removed. She shares with us her experience during her first OBGYN visit and reflects upon ways the experience could have gone better.
Mr. and Mrs. Akinfemiwa narrate their experiences immigrating to the U.S. discussing how they navigated life with and without health insurance, dealing with pregnancy without any health insurance, the birth of their children, where they chose to live, and how that impacted the care that they received. Interestingly, they also share how possession of health insurance became one of the most significant factors in the decisions that they made. They explain what impact these experiences had on their lives and reflect on ways that the American healthcare system can improve.
This podcast series looks into the experiences of African immigrants navigating the American healthcare system and explores barriers that limit accessibility to quality healthcare. The goal is to educate healthcare providers by shedding light on the experiences of a rapidly growing population and to call for change to improve care and bridge the gap between the patient and physician.
Young and in love! Fatmah sits down with us to talk about what it looks like to build a life with someone.
Kammz is a musical artist hailing from Calabar, Nigeria. Dolapo, Bryan, and Kammz discuss his creative pursuits and his life as a immigrant living in the Dallas, Texas area. Check out his singles, such as “Naughty Ride” and “Ghost (My Phone)” on any major music platform. This is the first episode from our Dallas Series. ☀️
Rosemary talks us through her experiences from Austin to Anambra State and back. We dive deep into topics such as identity, values, and culture.
Sylvia, former teacher, future psychiatrist, and proud Edo girl shares all her wisdom with your JJCPOD host.
Have you pondered over the ins and outs of dating inter-culturally? On this episode, Linda walks us through her story and drops plenty of wisdom along the way.
Tuka walks us through her journey from pre-med to the world of consulting. We discuss how our paths are not always linear.
Bismark tells Bryan and Dolapo about his challenging journey from Ghana to the US. He also gives great advice to our beloved listeners.
Wamic and Salik are both from Pakistan, they are medical students, and they are very interesting guys! Bryan and Dolapo touch topics ranging from language, adjusting to American culture, and taking advantage of opportunities.
Zikora and your very fine cohost discuss different topics from friendship, health, music, and more!
Christine and your beloved cohost sit down and talk about balancing our unique personalities in professional settings.
Your beloved host, Bryan and Dolapo, sit down and talk with Pelumi about her experiences with her name and her culture. We also laugh and joke around a lot.
Simi tells us about her experiences while growing up in Nigeria and attending boarding school.
Your cohost Bryan and Dolapo talk with Charles about his experience as a half Nigerian-American. He tells us about his experiences in Nigeria, his slightly disrespectful uncles, and life mantras.
Dolapo and Bryan sit down and talk with Victoria about her experiences and feelings surrounding growing up Nigerian-American. She also tells us about her love for Styl Plus, her Igbo grandmothers, and career aspirations.