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A Kenyan-American in the US

- Our show is a fun platform to explore the cultural gaps in knowledge of 'aliens' in a new country. Within all that, we keep it real, we talk about personal finances, family formation, our careers and personal goals. We love hearing from listeners, so please email us at grace.kisirkoi@moneysmartphd.com for a chance to feature your experiences on our show. - Catch us on https://linktr.ee/Grace.Kisirkoi - Follow Grace on Instagram @gracekisirkoi - Check out our blog at

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68:12

S3 E8 - Eritrean American recounts experiences in a...

A Kenyan-American in the US ·

2021/02/17

You Can Watch the Episode HereIn this episode, we meet Tek and his daughter, Shewit. Tek recounts his precarious experiences of living through and escaping a war torn country and becoming a self-made engineer in the US. His daughter, Shewit also adds a refreshingly new perspective as she is an American born to her Eritrean dad who has had quite different upbringings and life experiences that shaped their paths.

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34:48

S3 E7 - Surviving an African coup? Was it like the...

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2021/01/30

You can watch this episode herehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZtGn-1qc0g8&t=955sIn this episode, we reflect on recent events and throwback to similarities of a ‘coup’ and post poll unrest back in Kenya.*Intercultural Couple Reacts to Capitol Building Protest*In this video, we expose our intercultural views on the capitol building protest that ensued following the 2020 US elections. We draw similarities to certain post election or "post poll" violence events that occurred in Kenya back

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22:30

S3 E6 - Why camping in USA is too much for a Kenyan...

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2020/12/04

Steve hosts this episode and brings out my answers why I have a hard time camping in USA even though I used to the countryside life typical of the African jungle away from the big cities like Nairobi.

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12:23

S3 E5 - CULTURE SHOCK in USA 🇺🇸- Foreigner Perspectives

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2020/11/05

In this episode, I give my experiences of shocking cultural experiences I experiences and adjusted to since coming to the US 8 years ago. I’d love to hear from listeners about their culture shock experiences. You can also watch this episode as a YouTube video at this link https://youtu.be/dqvIRXT6b5Y I’d love to hear your cultural shock experiences in the comment section of this video! Let me know you’re a podcast listener when you comment :)--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The

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26:54

S3 E4 - Halloween Edition - What Kenyan Tribe Are...

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2020/10/26

Part 2 of series on American cultural analogs to various Kenyan tribes. We make a Halloween spin on the episode with conspiracy theories and some superstitions in both cultures. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gracekisirkoi/message

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24:08

S3 E3 - What Kenyan Tribe Would You Belong To? Part 1

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2020/10/19

We map the eccentricities if Kenya’s 42 tribes to the US regions. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gracekisirkoi/message

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21:56

S3 E2 - Q&A: What was your PhD Research Topic

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2020/10/12

In today’s episode (and YouTube Video), I answer a popular question about what my PhD topic was centered around. I had so much fun revisiting this! YouTube - https://youtu.be/QnGyfJF4JYw --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gracekisirkoi/message

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14:51

S3 E1 - 8th 🇰🇪 🇺🇸 Kenyan - American Anniversary...

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2020/09/13

Today is roughly my 8th year in the usa and I reflect on recent experiences that have turned me down the rabbit 🐇 hole of catology 🐱, pets, and generally now realizing how much there are big parallel worlds around us. Cue the #fomo...what else is out there that I’m missing out on?! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gracekisirkoi/message

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20:50

S2 E10 - Grant funding tips for small businesses

A Kenyan-American in the US ·

2020/08/30

I had fun recapping my top tips for successfully applying for free money for your business, aka grants! This episode was inspired by the work I’ve been doing while MIA (missed posting an episode last week 🤭). --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gracekisirkoi/message

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26:35

S2 E9 - Questions we never thought we would have to...

A Kenyan-American in the US ·

2020/08/15

In today’s episode, Steve does the hosting and takes a fun look on questions each of us never thought we would have to answer. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gracekisirkoi/message

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43:12

S2 E8 - Babies do NOT have to break the bank!

A Kenyan-American in the US ·

2020/08/09

In this episode, Grace shares some thoughts about the “babies are too expensive, let’s just put it off indefinitely” point of view. She shares some tips that hopefully convince listeners in a similar boat that babies don’t have to break the bank! Let’s on Instagram @gracekisirkoi or email at grace.kisirkoi@moneysmartphd.com. Read more on this discussion here https://link.medium.com/qzmnM2zvO8 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.

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41:17

S2 E7 - Q & A with Steve on diverse Perspectives on...

A Kenyan-American in the US ·

2020/08/02

Steve thought of a topic he wanted to quiz me about at the end of the day - the diverse perspectives of aging in US vs Kenya. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gracekisirkoi/message

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41:25

S2 E6 - Spilling the Tea: What to Consider When...

A Kenyan-American in the US ·

2020/07/28

Today’s show will be highlighting the key factors to consider when selecting a PhD program. It’s a lot of the tips I would tell my younger self. While I wouldn’t necessarily change my choices, knowing these tips off the bat would really have helped me avoid stumbling around or experiencing anxiety from being so uncertain about my choices. These tips are designed to help those who are in this stage of their careers to have the audacity to take intentional and directional charge of their professional

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8:53

S2 E5 - Meditation with Lizzie Brayton- Slow Down and...

A Kenyan-American in the US ·

2020/07/21

This is a bonus segment of the last episode with Lizzie Brayton, founder of Living Your Best Vibe. I wanted the meditation to have a standalone episode so that listeners can come back to it whenever they want a moment to slow down, relax, and breathe. For more meditations to untangle your thoughts, inspire your steps, and raise your vibe, go to Lizzie's hub at https://www.livingyourbestvibe.com/. She generously shares more meditations in her Living Your Best Vibe podcast that you can find on

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70:07

S2 E4 - Podcast Guest - Lizzie Brayton Founder of...

A Kenyan-American in the US ·

2020/07/21

Today, we will be switching up the podcast and welcoming our first official guest, the amazing Lizzie Brayton! She has a passion for self-reflection, personal development, and sharing stories that resonate to help anxious people raise their vibe. Just in April 2020, Lizzie launched The Living Your Best Vibe Podcast on iTunes, Apple Podcasts, and Stitcher Apps. I love her ecosystem of edifying and uplifting activities, meditations and inspiring quotes. Lizzie is focused on untangling your mind,

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20:17

S2 E3 - Listener Question - Feeling Professionally...

A Kenyan-American in the US ·

2020/07/19

In today’s episode, Grace answers an anonymous listener’s question. The listener states that since coming to the US 10 years back, they have not been able to pursue their career paths as intended. This is because they had to take a stopgap job to pay bills. They want some tips on how to get back on track. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gracekisirkoi/message

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34:38

S2 E2 - Steve went there with difficult surprise...

A Kenyan-American in the US ·

2020/07/17

Today, Steve surprises Grace with questions about how she resolves conflict. He goes there as explores cultural differences in conflict resolution. Email us with any comments or questions at grace.kisirkoi@moneysmartphd.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gracekisirkoi/message

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21:28

S2 E1 - Answering Listener Questions About...

A Kenyan-American in the US ·

2020/07/17

Welcome again listeners! In this episode, I have a great time tying some concepts together from a theme questions from my blog and podcast listeners. During the uncertain times that we see ourselves in this year, many are concerned about their visa, job security, and balancing their professions in a way that leverages their skills maximally. Today’s episode will provide some tips from my perspectives that I’ve gathered during my journey. I’d love to hear from listeners and answer more questions in

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38:28

S1 E10 - Surprising Steve With Questions

A Kenyan-American in the US ·

2020/07/13

Join in as Grace springs some surprise parenting questions on Steve! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gracekisirkoi/message

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35:30

S1 E9 - Holidays Cross-cultural Exploration

A Kenyan-American in the US ·

2020/07/12

In this episode, we talk about the holidays from a cultural standpoint. Steve provides the American perspective and Grace provides her Kenyan viewpoint. Grace has some surprising knowledge gaps about the holidays and USA geography during this episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gracekisirkoi/message

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