As Told By Nomads
As Told By Nomads features interviews with changemakers, global nomads, Third Culture Kids, and entrepreneurs discussing what it takes to be better inclusive and global leaders.
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Our Editor's Take
The As Told By Nomads podcast shares inclusivity tips from third culture children and behavioral experts. "Third culture" refers to those who grew up in a culture different from their nationality. Host Tayo Rockson's father was a diplomat, so Rockson lived on four continents. As a third culture kid, he felt like a minority everywhere. His upbringing gave him compassion for others who feel out of place and inspired his purpose.
Rockson is an author, speaker, and consultant on inclusive leadership. As Told By Nomads increases cultural awareness and connects people from divergent backgrounds. Rockson moved from Nigeria to Sweden, England, Vietnam, and Burkina Faso. Each move was difficult, and one even found him returning to Nigeria. Rockson faced discrimination. In some countries, people called him African-American. Yet he'd never even been to the US. (He moved there later for college.) Rockson found a cultural equalizer that produced friendships.
Rockson invites guests on As Told By Nomads to share their own acclimation stories. Researcher and editor Adam Hacker moved from Pennsylvania to Tokyo at age nine. Living abroad gave him diverse interests. After moving home, Hacker couldn't understand everyone's sports fixation. He shares a counterintuitive yet successful solution for reverse culture shock. He also explains why he prefers Japanese cars. In this episode, Hacker and Rockson discuss why their experiences make them valuable to employers.
Another episode of the podcast features Dr. Roxy Manning. She shares a psychologist's perspective on belonging and inclusion. Manning was born in Trinidad and moved to Harlem, where she received racist praise. Her white teachers lauded her school performance. Manning's academic prowess wasn't her doing. She had access to better education in Trinidad than her Harlem classmates did. Manning believes race is a construct, but racism is real. She thinks when people apologize for racism, it's often to end the discussion. Manning shares tips for continuing the conversation in productive ways. She tells listeners to connect before they correct.
Her advice aligns with Rockson's purpose for As Told By Nomads. The host helps people appreciate each other's differences. Combining diverse expertise can multiply life's possibilities.
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