Ladies of Sosa

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• My Husband Took Another Wife Without Telling Me | Monica Deng on Polygamy, Betrayal & Tradition 02.06.2026 1ч 4мин

  In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Ladies of SOSA, hosts Sahra Benjamin and Christine sit down with Monica Deng to discuss one of the most debated topics in South Sudanese culture: polygamy. Monica shares her firsthand experience of discovering that her husband had taken another wife without her knowledge. She opens up about the emotional impact, feelings of betrayal, the role of family, and the difficult questions that followed. Together, we explore whether the real issue is pol...
• Crimes of Nubia: The Mysterious Death of Ashley Jenae Robinson in Tanzania & How Virality Breeds Cruelty (Protect Black Women!) 21.05.2026 56мин

  Welcome back to Crimes of Nubia — brought to you by Ladies of Sosa. In this episode, we discuss the heartbreaking and mysterious death of Ashley Jenae Robinson, a young Black woman whose story sparked conversations across social media about online cruelty, cyberbullying, exploitation, and the way virality can dehumanize real people. As details surrounding Ashley’s death circulated online, so did speculation, mockery, and harmful commentary. This episode examines not only the circumstances sur...
• Africa Will Never Develop? Aid, Corruption & Colonial Legacies | Why Infrastructure Doesn’t Last 19.05.2026 38мин

  Why do so many development projects across Africa start strong — but don’t last? We’ve all seen it. A newly paved road that crumbles in a few years. A well built by an NGO that stops working and is never repaired. A hospital building that looks impressive — but lacks staff, supplies, or electricity. In this episode, Sahra Benjamin and Christine unpack the deeper systems behind infrastructure struggles across the continent. This is not about blame — it’s about understanding. ...
• Inside South Africa’s Anti-Immigrant Protests: South African & Nigerian Voices Call In 12.05.2026 54мин

  In this special episode of Ladies of Sosa, we’re unpacking the rising tensions and xenophobic violence currently unfolding in South Africa. With a live caller joining us from Pretoria, South Africa and another voice calling in as a Nigerian American, we’re holding space for honest, layered conversation. This isn’t about headlines. It’s about history, hurt, survival, and solidarity. We break down: What’s happening on the ground right now Why economic frustration often turns into scapegoatin...
• Inter-Faith Relationships and Dating Pressures from the South Sudanese Diaspora Perspective 🇸🇸🇸🇩 05.05.2026 1ч 2мин

  Dating in the diaspora isn’t simple — especially when you’re Sudanese or South Sudanese. In this powerful roundtable, Sahra and Christine sit down with Randa from Sudanese Finest, Bunduke, and additional community voices to unpack the real conversations around love, religion, and family expectations. We talk about: Dating across Christian and Muslim faiths Marrying outside the culture Growing up with parents of different religions Pressure from elders&nb...
• The Movement Behind Sudanese Finest: How Randa Abdelhameed Is Changing Jacksonville & Beyond 🇸🇸🇸🇩 28.04.2026 53мин

  What happens when representation meets action? In this episode of Ladies of Sosa, we sit down with Randa Abdelhameed, founder of Sudanese Finest, an organization making real impact in Jacksonville, Florida. From back-to-school giveaways and clothing drives to feeding the homeless downtown, Randa has turned vision into service. Sudanese Finest has represented Sudanese culture at World of Nations, brought South Sudanese artist Bunduke to the stage, been featured on three news channels, and even...
• Tribalism in South Sudan: Identity, Division, or Survival? | LIVE RECAP 🇸🇸 31.03.2026 1ч 21мин

  hat happens when we stop whispering about tribalism and start saying the quiet parts out loud? In this powerful live show, the Ladies of Sosa unpack one of the most sensitive and complex issues in our community: tribalism. Is it simply division? Or did it begin as a form of protection and survival? And more importantly—why are we still carrying it? Through raw audience stories, bold hot takes, and an honest debate, this episode moves beyond surface-level blame. We explore how tribalism show...
• Captured Without Consent: Russian Man Sexually Exploits Women in Kenya and Ghana 26.03.2026 54мин

  🎙️ Episode Description: Crimes of Nubia In this chilling episode of Crimes of Nubia, we uncover the disturbing case of a Russian man accused of sexually exploiting African women across Ghana and Kenya—not through force alone, but through deception, manipulation, and violation of trust. Posing as a tourist and self-proclaimed “pick-up artist,” he allegedly approached women in public spaces, built quick connections, and invited them into private settings—where encounters that appeared consensua...
• 40% of Unhoused People Are Employed: The Truth About Food Insecurity & Survival in Dallas 24.03.2026 1ч 11мин

  What does it really take to start something from nothing? In this episode of Ladies of Sosa, we sit down with Houda, founder of Dallas Street Feeders, to talk about the real journey of self-starting — no money, no perfect plan, just vision, consistency, and heart. From launching a community initiative that feeds the homeless every month, to navigating challenges, building partnerships, and staying consistent when things get hard — this conversation breaks it all down in a real, relatable way....
• Celebrating South Sudanese Culture, Tradition, & Identity After War and Colonization 🇸🇸 | ft. Dr. Akuot 17.03.2026 1ч 22мин

  What does it really mean to be South Sudanese? And who gets to define what our culture looks like? In this episode of Ladies of Sosa, hosts Sahra and Christine sit down with Dr. Akuot for an in-depth conversation about South Sudanese culture, marriage traditions, and identity. The discussion was sparked by a comment claiming that South Sudanese people shouldn’t have henna nights or Sudanese-style weddings because they are “not Sudanese.” But the conversation quickly opens into something much ...
• The Murder of Kenyan Olympian Agnes Tirop | Crimes of Nubia Femicide, Control, and the Red Flags Too Many Ignore 12.03.2026 1ч 3мин

  About Crimes of Nubia Crimes of Nubia is a true-crime series from Ladies of Sosa highlighting stories affecting African and African diaspora communities that are often overlooked in mainstream media. Hosted by Sahra and Elesa, the podcast explores crime, justice, culture, and social issues through a deeper lens. In 2021, the world of athletics was shaken when record-breaking Kenyan runner Agnes Tirop was found brutally murdered in her home. At just 25 years old, she was one of the fas...
• LIVE RECAP: Honoring Black History Month through Story-Telling and Resisting Erasure 06.02.2026 1ч 36мин
• When “Accountability” Sounds Like Hate: Our Response to Myron Gaines 13.01.2026 41мин

  In this episode of Ladies of Sosa, we respond directly to podcaster Myron Gaines after he reacted to a clip from our show. What followed was not dialogue or critique—but the use of racist language and a familiar claim of “calling out the Black community.” We take a step back to unpack what’s really happening in moments like these. Together, we break down the red pill manosphere, its contradictions, its obsession with control, and how it often disguises disrespect and dehumanization as account...
• Understanding Racism, Colorism, and Identity in Sudan Through the Film "Goodbye Julia" (Full Review) 06.01.2026 54мин

  In this episode of Ladies of Sosa, we sit down with a panel to unpack the powerful film Goodbye Julia and the uncomfortable truths it brings to the surface. Through honest conversation, we explore the deeply rooted racism, colorism, and discrimination portrayed in the film, especially between North and South Sudanese communities, and how silence often allows harm to continue unchecked. Our panel reflects on guilt, complicity, and the emotional weight carried by women in systems built on inequ...
• Divided by Design: How Misinformation Fuels Gender Wars in the Diaspora 23.12.2025 46мин

  Why does it feel like Black men and Black women are constantly at odds online? And why do those loud internet battles rarely reflect real life? In this episode of Ladies of Sosa, we unpack how misinformation and disinformation are intentionally fueling gender wars across the Black diaspora. From viral relationship takes and cherry-picked statistics to rage-bait podcasts and social media algorithms, we explore how false and exaggerated narratives are shaping how we see each other—and ourselves...
• The Diddy Documentary and Textbook Toxic Masculinity - Full Review and Breakdown 16.12.2025 43мин

  In this episode of Ladies of Sosa, we unpack Netflix’s documentary The Reckoning, which takes a hard look at decades of allegations surrounding music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs. We break down the claims featured in the documentary — including allegations of sexual assault, coercion, intimidation, career sabotage, and the use of power to silence survivors — while clearly separating accusations from proven facts. More importantly, we explore the bigger picture: how fame, wealth, and influence ca...
• Diaspora Discussions: Building One Identity, Strengthening Unity & Today's Current Challenges 09.12.2025 1ч 1мин

  In this LIVE recap, we break down what it really means to build one national identity and why unity matters now more than ever. We take a closer look at the challenges communities are facing today—social, political, and cultural—and how these issues shape our sense of belonging. From everyday struggles to big-picture questions, this conversation explores how people can come together, bridge differences, and work toward a stronger, more united future. Whether you’re tuning in from the diaspor...
• Current Events Unpacked: The End of TPS & The Rising Fetishization of South Sudanese Women 02.12.2025 36мин

  In this episode, we break down two major conversations hitting our community at once. First, we look at the fallout from the recent immigration changes and the cancellation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and how these shifts are shaking the stability of South Sudanese families across the U.S. We explain what’s happening in simple terms and talk through what it means for people who suddenly find their future uncertain. We also dive into the Piopion Tribe trend that’s been circulating on...
• Fertility, Stigma & Silence: Breaking the Taboo in Our South Sudanese Communities 14.10.2025 35мин

  In this powerful episode, the Ladies of SOSA tackle one of the most personal and rarely discussed topics in our communities — fertility struggles. From PCOS and male infertility to cultural pressures, shame, and the painful silence many women face, our panel unpacks it all. We explore how tradition, stigma, and lack of awareness shape how infertility is seen in South Sudanese and African diaspora communities. Through real stories, medical insight, and heartfelt conversation, we challenge the ...
• African Diaspora Discuss the Rise of AI - The Threat and Promise of Artificial Intelligence 07.10.2025 1ч 5мин

  Artificial Intelligence is moving faster than ever — from ChatGPT writing essays to AI diagnosing diseases. But what does this mean for us, the Black and African diaspora? In this episode of Ladies of SOSA, Sahra and Christine sit down with a panel to unpack the pros, cons, and dangers of AI — how it’s reshaping jobs, education, and culture, and whether it’s moving too fast for us to keep up. We explore: The Job Market: Will AI take our jobs, or create new ones? (Hint: both.) The Dangers:...