In the captivating season finale of the Borderless Odyssey Podcast, we delve into the life of Panje, a multi-talented artist hailing from Zambia. With heartfelt sincerity, She shares her journey from a shy introvert to a confident self-expressor. She reflects on her disciplined upbringing and the profound impact it had on shaping her mindset and ar…

In Episode 8 of Season 2 on the Borderless Odyssey Podcast, we embark on an enthralling journey alongside Garth Robinson. Garth's narrative unfolds with deeply personal insights, tracing back to his childhood memories in Jamaica where he navigated the complexities of familial separation and the quest for connection. Through poignant reflections, Ga…

In Episode 7 of Season 2 on the Borderless Odyssey Podcast, we embark on a riveting exploration of Taylor Nkollo's remarkable journey. A Nigerian-American, Taylor is a passionate advocate for justice and equality, graduating with honors from The University of Oklahoma and furthering her education at Southern Methodist University Dedman School of La…

Season 2 Episode 6 featuring Malik is here! Join us as we explore Malik's incredible journey, from growing up in a single-parent home to navigating adulthood and triumphing over challenges with anxiety. In this captivating episode, Malik shares his personal experiences and insights, offering a raw and authentic look into his life. Discover how he o…

Dive into Episode 5 of the Borderless Odyssey Podcast! 🎙️ Join Carlos Walker as we delve into his extraordinary journey from serving 13 years in jail to becoming an inspiring artist. Discover the transformative power of resilience, art, and the incredible transformation Carlos has undergone since his release from prison. Carlos shares his inspirati…

Dive into Episode 4 of the Borderless Odyssey Podcast! Join Tatenda from Zimbabwe, an accomplished economist and global leader, as we explore the transformative power of purpose-driven living. From her groundbreaking journey as the first Zimbabwean student in Bosnia to her impactful roles as a Running Start Congressional Fellow and Global Ambassado…

Season 2 Unveils Episode 3 featuring the remarkable Tamilore Alabi! Join us on this insightful journey as we unravel Tami's story—from his academic pursuits at the University of Oklahoma in Mechanical Engineering to his impactful role as an SAP Consultant at Deloitte and his passion as an app developer. In this candid conversation, Tami opens up ab…

Season 2 continues with Episode 2 featuring the incredible Robert Bob Okello! Join us in this powerful episode as we unravel the extraordinary journey of a visionary leader who walked 10 miles a day in Northern Uganda just to pursue education. In a compelling conversation, Robert Bob Okello shares his experience as a first-generation college studen…

In the inaugural episode of Season 2, join us for a captivating conversation with Wayne Bao, Head of Governance Data Client Success for the North American Region at ISS-ESG. Wayne, originally from Shanghai, China, shares his remarkable life journey, delving into the challenges of adjusting to cultural differences after emigrating to the United Stat…

Roberto Clairmont is a proud Trinidadian. He is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Geophysics. He hopes to one day play an important role in energy industries, as a result of seeing the positive impact that energy exploration has done for the economy of his home country. On this episode, we talked about Economic activities in Trinidad & Tobago…

Kayla Storrs is a first generation college graduate, using her experience to aid current and future first generation college students through their higher education journeys. She currently serves as the Assistant Director of Diversity Enrichment Programs at the University of OklahomaOn this episode we talked about embracing her identity as a woman …

Eduardo Bethancourt is from Panama. He is an advocate for social justice, and human rights through inter-sectional activism.On this episode we talked about life in Panama, his love for the arts, and how a trip to Brazil changed his life.By Michael Bengah

Tony Lee is an assistant professor at Texas A&M University-Commerce. He was born and raised in Malaysia. He enjoys traveling, meeting new people and learning about their different cultures.”On this episode we talked about life as foreign student in the 80s-90s, his experience traveling around the world to recruit some of the best students in the wo…

Munashe Mataranyika is a feminist, Pan Africanist, and a Christian. She is an International and Area Studies major with a minor in French. She one day wants to work in Policy Analysis, and eventually in International Relations. On this episode we talked about challenges adjusting to new cultures, the Zimbabwean economic crisis, and overcoming perso…

Baldwin was born and raised in Eswatini, formerly Swaziland. He recently graduated with a master’s degree and is currently living in Dallas, Texas. He is locked into the tech world and all the changes it means for the business environment.On this episode we talked about life in one of the world’s absolute monarch, fashion and music, and his experie…

Jocelyn Pedersen is an award-winning, novelist and an AP-published, award-winning journalist. She is a national gold-medal-winning Olympic style weightlifter who enjoys time with her family and friends, the beach and, teaching writing at the University of OklahomaOn this episode we talked about her life growing up in different cities around the wor…

Orhan was born and raised in Bosnia and Herzegovina. He graduated with a Bsc and Msc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Oklahoma and currently works for Audi AG in Germany. On this episode we talked about tips on how to stay on-top of school work, travelling, his parents influence in his academic life and his passion for electric cars…

Ismail is a native of South Sudan. He is the first child in a family of seven children- a role which he says comes with exciting yet terrifying responsibilities. Ismail is a Chemical Engineer and works for IMMY, a small biotech company based in Norman, Oklahoma. On this episode we talked about his epic journey from South Sudan to Italy to U.S.A, th…

Elisheba Karen is originally from India but was born and raised in Abu Dhabi. She is currently pursuing her bachelor’s in Petroleum Engineering and Geology. Eli has been playing music since she was 7 years old and she enjoys meeting people from different cultures. On this episode we talked about faith, being bi-cultural and, how she was inspired an…

Michael Hudson Jr. is an entrepreneur, writer, and former vice president of the Pan-African Student Association at OU. He's a recent graduate of the University of Oklahoma where he received his Bachelors of Business Administration. On this episode, we talked about his self-improvement journey, life growing up in the capital of the United States, an…

Hailing all the way from Namibia, Edwina Bezuidenhoudt is a junior in Construction Science with a minor in Sociology at the University of Oklahoma. Despite being busy with school, she runs a catering business called ‘A Foodies Venture’. On this episode we talked about her hectic yet exciting journey from Namibia to the U.S.A, the struggles of choos…

Pedro Domingos Paposseco Manuel is an International and Area Studies researcher focusing on African Affairs. He is also a writer and a leader. He currently holds two degrees from the University of Oklahoma where he is currently pursuing a third- an MA in Public Administration. On this episode we talked about his incredible journey on how he made it…

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