Best Igho Ekakitie Podcasts (2025)

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Season 6 Episode 02: Adjusting to Life Abroad with Cassandra Ayodele 23:55

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In this episode, Cassandra Ayodele talks about her journey adjusting to life in Sweden. She shares her experience from navigating cultural differences to dealing with the cold Scandinavian winters, challenges, and tips for making the most of life in Sweden. Whether you’re considering studying abroad or just curious about life in Scandinavia, this e…

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Season 6 Episode 01: Culture shock and adjusting to life in America 32:05

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In this episode, we dive into the realities of culture shock and the challenges of adjusting to life in America. From navigating social norms and language barriers to embracing new traditions and overcoming homesickness, we discuss the highs and lows of Kingsley’s experience. Whether you're new to the U.S. or just curious about different cultural t…

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Season 5 Episode 05: Navigating Success: International Students' Journey at Webster University with Director Blerina Polovina 24:09

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Music: Glass Beads by Blue Dot Sessions. In this episode we talked about the unique challenges international students face when studying at American universities. How Webster University address such challenges, scholarship opportunities for international students and why they should choose Webster University.…

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Season 5 Episode 04: Navigating the U.S. Work Experience - CPT vs. OPT for International Students 13:50

1y ago13:50

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The primary distinction between Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT) lies in their timing, purpose, and eligibility requirements for international students studying in the United States. Both programs aim to provide international students with practical experience in their respective fields while studying in the…

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Season 5 Episode 03: Mindfulness and Mental Health - Understanding Stress 9:59

1y ago9:59

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Music: Glass Beads by Blue Dot Sessions In today's episode, we will go into the fascinating world of mindfulness and its profound impact on mental health. This episode will be broken into four segments, so we can have an in-depth understanding of the topics. Dr. Sanjay Gupta Jay Shetty

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Season 5 Episode 02: Embracing New Horizons - A Guide for International Students in 2024 7:25

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In today’s episode, we’ll delve into various aspects of being an international student, including cultural adaptation, academic challenges, finding community, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We’ll also share inspirational stories and advice from experienced individuals who’ve walked a similar path, offering practical tips to help you s…

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Season 5 Episode 01: 2024 - Embracing Resilience and Empowerment 13:46

1+ y ago13:46

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Hi everyone Welcome back to the igowithigho podcast, the number 1 podcast in study abroad where inspiration meets action! I want to start by saying Happy New Year! Welcome to 2024! But specially I would like to say Welcome To all our listeners who have always been with us, and welcome to all our new listeners.…

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Season 4 Episode 05: Studying Abroad Etiquettes 8:31

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Studying abroad is not just about attending classes in a foreign country; it’s about immersing yourself in a new culture.

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Season 4 Episode 04: Black Educators Making a Difference: Stories of Inspiration and Impact with Adam Smith 21:54

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Adam Smith is an education leader whose experience lies at the intersection of math teaching and learning, teacher leadership, equity and social justice, and education research. His career includes roles as a high school math teacher, assistant professor of math, elementary math curriculum director, and education nonprofit leadership. Adam is passi…

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Season 4 Episode 03: Black Educators Making a Difference: Stories of Inspiration and Impact 1 24:40

2+ y ago24:40

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Mr Ellwood Johnson shares his thoughts on Black History Month has an Educator. Ellwood Johnson is native and resident of Baltimore Maryland, where he currently teaches English and chairs the English department at Cristo Rey Jesuit High School. In addition to teaching high school English, Ellwood has also taught a variety of literature and writing c…

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Season 4: Episode 02: with Obi Bruno. 24:30

2+ y ago24:30

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International Student from Brazil Obi Bruno shares his experience studying in America.

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Season 4: Episode 01: Happy New Year/Words for 2023 with Igho Ekakitie 6:10

2+ y ago6:10

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Hi everybody. Welcome to a new season in the igowithIGHO podcast. My name is Igho Ekakitie it's so exciting to be here with you once again. If you can hear me, that means we are in 2023. Happy New Year to you. Welcome to a new beginning. Welcome to a new season. You know, it's always exciting to be in New Year to celebrate with friends and families…

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Season 3 Episode 07: Study Hacks For Excellence in College 17:19

3y ago17:19

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Excellence in college goes beyond skill. It stretches into other metrics including attitude, ability to network and consistency. Mr Igho sheds light on several important hacks to help students excel in college.

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Season 3 Episode 6:Impacting Humanity:From International Student to Ukrainian Volunteer -Anmol Gupta 41:17

3y ago41:17

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This episode featured Anmol Gupta, an international student studying in Ukraine and soon-to-be surgeon. He left his home country, India, to Ukraine in 2014 in pursuit of his dream to study medicine and become a surgeon. Anmol has had to leave Ukraine and is currently in Hungary, due to the ongoing conflict. He has however not allowed himself be det…

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Season 3 Episode 05: Making The Right Connections in College/MarchForOurLives/PVCNigeira/Ukraine 10:51

3y ago10:51

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This episodes opens with the March for our lives event in the US in support of Gun control measures, the PVC revolution in Nigeria, the war in Ukraine and finally the importance of making the right connections in college.

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L.E.A.E.V. Episode 1: Growing Up - Adulting 101 with Kess Ogeh 48:54

3y ago48:54

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Growing Up - Adulting 101

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Season 3 Episode 04: PhD in Canada: Expectations vs Reality with Ayomide Akande 30:22

3y ago30:22

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Ayomide Akande was born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria. Currently she is a first year (almost second year!) PhD student at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver.On this episode she talks about her experiences studying in Canada, Scholarships, her major. Sheenjoys taking pictures, meeting up withnew people, hanging out with friends and bloggin…

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Season 3 Episode 03: Women’s History Month: Breaking Biases In Society with Muthoni Musangali 21:36

3+ y ago21:36

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Muthoni Musangali is an Associate Professor in the Counseling Department at Webster University. She earned her Ph.D. in Counselor Education from the University of Central Florida. She holds a MA in Counseling from Heidelberg College and a B.Ed. (Arts) from Kenyatta University, Kenya. She talks about the war in Ukraine, the difficulties women and gi…

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Season 3 Episode 02: The Fascinating Experience of Study in Germany with Nnamdi Okereke 15:01

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Nnamdi shares experiences he has found fascinating as an international student in Germany and gives tips to prospective students.

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Season 3 Episode 01: The Great Question with Igho Ekakitie 6:37

3+ y ago6:37

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There is a question that we must answer if we truly want to be the best in whatever we do!

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Season 2: Episode 14: The House Interview with Kari, Kadidia, John and Priscilla 22:40

3+ y ago22:40

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Four friends share their experiences with our host. An exciting time with each one sharing their American experience.

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Season 2: Episode 13: Sports and Study Abroad: An athlete's dream with Marcos Erhart Schlabitz 16:52

3+ y ago16:52

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Our passions drive us and many times, help us figure our life's purpose. Beyond books, school helps us find and pursue our real passion. Listen in as Marcos shares his journey through college so far, as well as how he has been able to excel as a student and pursue his passion as an athlete.

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Season 2: Episode 12: The GRIT Mentality with Igho Ekakitie 12:20

4y ago12:20

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Resilience and perseverance is the thin line that separates those who really go far, and those who only scratch the surface in the quest for academic success and life in general. The big question is : DO YOU HAVE GRIT?

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Season 2: Episode 11: The Power of Dedication with Nicholas Onwumere 21:27

4y ago21:27

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Episode 11 features Nicholas Onwumere @nichbenjr our SECOND IN-PERSON guest from Washington DC airs on Monday. He talks with our host Igho Ekakitie about the *POWER OF DEDICATION* and his experience at Morgan State University.

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Season 2: Episode 10: The Importance of Internships & STEM with Okhai Omuetebe 24:55

4y ago24:55

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Our first In-Person interview and we’ve both had our Covid Vaccines @pfizerinc & Moderna. Okhai talks about the Importance of Internships, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics), life in University of North Texas (UNT) @unt and his start up company Calle skillweed @skillweed360

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Season 2: Episode 9: How to Navigate Studying in Canada with Stephen Oguegbu 26:31

4y ago26:31

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Stephen talks about how to Navigate studying in CANADA 🇨🇦, Life at University of Toronto and his digital platform that connects people through trade in Africa called tradr.ng

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Season 2: Episode 8: Tips to Excel Studying in America with Pamal and Udu 48:34

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Our special guests Udu from Nigeria 🇳🇬 and Pamal from Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 talk about tips to excel studying in America, the Derek Chauvin jury verdict from the killing of George Floyd, life in Minnesota State University and much more.

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Season 2: Episode 7: How to Navigate Studying in America/H1B Visa Process with Fellan Ferguson 20:04

4y ago20:04

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Our special Fellan Ferguson talks about her experience as an international student, how to navigate studying in America (OPT, Internships, CPT), and how the H1B Visa process works.

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Season 2: Episode 6: Importance of Higher Education and the Application Process with Kriti Gopal 26:38

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Our special guest Kriti Gopal a doctorate student talks about her experience as an international student, the importance of higher education, and how to apply to both the bachelor's and master's degree programs in America.

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Season 2: Episode 5: Women’s History Month and Advocacy with Himaja Nagireddy and London Bell 39:30

4+ y ago39:30

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Our special guests Himaja and London talk about Women’s History Month, the power of Women in Advocacy, Gender Equity and Gender Equality, and the works of the United Nations Association @UNAUSA

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Season 2: Episode 4: Studying Abroad and How to be Successful with Neville Scott 36:08

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Neville talks about his experiences as an International Student from Kenya, Life in Mountain View College, his leadership works with Phi Theta Kappa and gives tips to be successful as international student.

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Season 2: Episode 3: Celebrating Black History Month with Lonni Helm 17:25

4+ y ago17:25

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Lonni Helm talks about black history month, the power of black Women, the importance of Education, life at Webster University and what the future holds.

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Season 2: Episode 2: Black History Month with Jay’Len Boone 27:43

4+ y ago27:43

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Jay’Len talks about Black History Month, his experiences as the 8th US Youth Observer to the United Nations, UNAUSA, Advocating for the UN and ends with a freestyle. Such a gifted singer. 🎙

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Season 2: Episode 01: Importance of Study Abroad/ New Year Special 2021 10:56

4+ y ago10:56

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A special Happy New Year to all our amazing Listeners. I share light on the importance of study abroad!

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Episode 17: Dr. Kingsley Ekwemalor/PostGraduate Studies in America 21:34

4+ y ago21:34

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Dr. kingsley talks about Life as both a Graduate student and now an Assistant Professor in North Carolina Agriculture and Technical State University. He talks about the things one need to do when applying for postgraduate study in America.

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Episode 16: Barry Armstrong 21:48

4+ y ago21:48

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Episode 16 of igowithIGHO Podcast is Live with Mr Barry Armstrong! We talked about the #EndSars ✊🏾 protest in Nigeria 🇳🇬 Life in Drury University, Scholarships and Why Study in America. Please do well to Subscribe! Repost! Review and Comment! 🙏🏾#EndSars #igowithIGHO #Podcast #DruryUniversity #PodcastInterview #PodcastLife #EndPoliceBrutalityinNiger…

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Episode 15: ING. M. David 16:04

5y ago16:04

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Mr. M. David shares his experiences schooling and living in Europe. He talked about the Importance of EdTech Management.

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Episode 14: Shahzeb Malik and Tributes to Chadwick Boseman 20:28

5y ago20:28

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Shahzeb Malik a Pakistani American studying at Baldwin Wallace University in Ohio. We both paid tributes to Chadwick Boseman(Black Panther), talked about the American dream, Phi Theta Kappa, Scholarships and much more.

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Episode 13: Michael Gaw 9:53

5y ago9:53

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Michael Gaw a Chinese Canadian studying at Babson college in Massachusetts, shares his experiences as an International student in America.

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Episode 12: Sydney Hencil 14:50

5y ago14:50

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Sydney talks about the Trump administration policy, life in Brenau University, Rotary Georgia Students Program, Scholarships and her experiences as an International student from Zimbabwe.

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Episode 11: Mubarak Haruna 19:48

5y ago19:48

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Mubarak Haruna shares his American experience as an International student from Nigeria, his love for Soccer and the Prestigious Scholarship he received.

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Episode 09: Fortune Nwachukwu 18:47

5y ago18:47

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Fortune shares his American experience as an International student from Nigeria studying Nursing and how he got the Scholarships he has so far.

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Episode 08: Maha AlHomoud 17:24

5y ago17:24

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Maha shares her American experience as a Saudi Arabian student. She talk about her battle with cancer and road to recovery.

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Episode 07: Excelling in a New Climate by Oluwasayo Ayeomoni 20:41

5y ago20:41

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Sayo shares her American experiences as an International student from Nigeria. She talks about Excelling in a new Climate and going from zero funding to a full tuition scholarship.

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Episode 06: Sandra Chrapah 16:36

5y ago16:36

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Sandra shares her American experiences as a Ghanaian student. She talks about her foundation and love for children.

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Episode 05: Sarah Conway 11:15

5y ago11:15

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Sarah shares her American experiences as a Jamaican student. She touches on her passion for helping people with special needs.

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Episode 04: The Power of Your Voice by Chiedu ‘Buzz’ Onabu. 14:43

5y ago14:43

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Chiedu a Voice Actor and Broadcaster by profession, sheds light on the power of our voices and how we must use our voices positively to impact our world meaningfully.

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Episode 03: Philippe Schicker 11:32

5y ago11:32

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Philippe share his American experiences as an International student. He touches on the importance of Community Colleges and his Phi Theta Kappa experience.