logo
episode-header-image
Dec 2024
1h 1m

Listen Now: What’s In An Accent with Lup...

Lupita Nyong’o
About this episode

This week, we’re bringing you an exciting conversation where Lupita Nyong’o joins Trevor Noah and Christiana Mbakwe Medina on their show What Now? to discuss Mind Your Own and its vibrant tales from the African diaspora. The trio dives into their multifaceted identities, Lupita’s inspiring stance on never expecting rejection, and an entertaining debate that attempts to crown the “best” African country.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Up next
Nov 2024
I Lied to Me O
Your body is your smoke detector. This episode contains strong language and graphic imagery. Sensitive listeners, please be advised. STORIES “It’s in His Kiss”: 18-year-old Lupita falls for Juan, a handsome family friend. Just when she thinks he couldn’t be more perfect, they sha ... Show More
55m 29s
Nov 2024
School Daze
No one rules forever on the throne of time. This episode contains strong language and graphic imagery. Sensitive listeners, please be advised. STORIES “The Black Ties”: In high school, Lupita pushes back against an archaic rule with a secret weapon. Original score by Cheflee. “Th ... Show More
27m 31s
Oct 2024
Safe Passage
Wherever you go, there you are. This episode contains strong language and graphic imagery. Sensitive listeners, please be advised. STORIES “A Christmas Misadventure”: ¡Feliz Navidad! Lupita is in Mexico for Christmas when a friend invites her to join him and his relatives for the ... Show More
41m 1s
Recommended Episodes
Oct 2024
What’s In An Accent with Lupita Nyong’o [VIDEO]
Lupita Nyong’o joins Trevor and Christiana to discuss her new podcast and its colorful stories of the African diaspora. The three also discuss their multifaceted identities, why Lupita refuses to expect rejection, and get into a debate for the ages–can they crown a “best” African ... Show More
1h 6m
May 8
Meet Derek Fordjour – One of My Favorite People
Interdisciplinary artist Derek Fordjour is one of Trevor’s Favorite People. The two discuss creating art, African diaspora, and assigning value within society. Above all else, they agree humans need storytelling. 
1h 47m
Jan 2025
The Insight Track with Sarah Alagroobi: Are Feminism and Racism Still Taboo?
💬 Join the conversation! Share your thoughts in the comments below and let us know what you think of Mais's journey.  Join our WhatsApp channel for exclusive behind-the-scenes clips and insights on upcoming shows. Be part of our community and stay updated! https://whatsapp.com/c ... Show More
1h 15m
May 2024
5 Surprising Experiences in Africa, How to Transition to a New Career After Travel, and Exploring the African Diaspora With Jay Cameron
How can one trip entirely change your life? Jay Cameron joins me to share about the life-altering trip he took to Ghana when he was 40 years old. After having this experience, Jay left his career running summer camps for kids and founded Maximum Impact Travel, a tour company conn ... Show More
1h 13m
Sep 2024
Ep 1 | Why do we need feminist storytelling for Arab women?
Womena’s brand new podcast “Sage Takes Thyme” dives into the journey and perspectives of the Womena co-founders Elissa Freiha and Amira Salah-Ahmed.  As a media company, we always get asked “Why Womena?” and why we have chosen to tell the stories of women in the region. In this f ... Show More
35m 8s
Jan 2025
Encore: Omar Samra
I’m super excited to kick-off 2025 with one of our new segments called WIDN Encore, where I’ll be checking in with some of your favourite What I Did Next alumni. My first guest is adventurer, entrepreneur, and podcaster Omar Samra. I first spoke to Omar in 2021 about his company, ... Show More
37m 55s
Feb 2025
A Brutally Honest Review Of Babygirl
On today’s show, it’s time to dive deep into the movie that has been consuming our thoughts, conversations, and TikTok feeds, Nicole Kidman’s new erotic drama Babygirl. From some strange on-set stories that will make you see the movie in a different way to the fascinating reason ... Show More
46m 34s
Nov 2024
Tight Values, Loose Ideas with Malcolm Gladwell [VIDEO]
Malcolm Gladwell sits down with Trevor and Christiana to discuss his new book, and why values should be held tightly but ideas should be held loosely. The trio also delve into the importance of television in shaping culture, and into their respective African roots (yes, Malcolm h ... Show More
58m 13s
Dec 2020
#20 LeChairman & Kemi Seba parlent Politique, Panafricanisme, Sénégal, Culture, Activisme, 2pac...
Cette semaine nous recevons le militant Kemi Seba.   Membre incontournable et figure emblématique du Panafricanisme, KS comme on le surnomme s'est livré à coeur ouvert.   Cet autodidacte qui a plusieurs cordes à son arc (producteur, journaliste, chroniqueur, conférencier...) abor ... Show More
44m 8s