Lupita Nyong'o to Launch New Podcast ''Mind Your Own''

RADIO ONLINE | Thursday, September 5, 2024 | 4:06pm CT

''Mind Your Own''

Lemonada Media announces the launch of "Mind Your Own," a new podcast hosted by Kenyan actress, producer and author Lupita Nyong'o. The 10-part series is debuts September 19 and is centered on first-person storytelling from the African diaspora and navigating what it means to belong, all from the African perspective.

Nyong'o -- who was born in Mexico, grew up in Kenya and spent the past 20 years in the U.S. -- will share personal tales from her own life experience and hear nuanced, intimate stories from others finding their way in places like Nairobi, Addis Ababa, Los Angeles, Johannesburg, Toronto and Kampala. The production features a diverse representation of African cultures, with six African languages spoken and music from 15 composers, all from the African diaspora.

"The moment we put ears on this series, we knew how special it would be. Lupita brings her whole self to this project, and the Snap Studios team created a work of art. We are grateful to get to bring it into the world this fall," said Lemonada CEO and co-Founder Jessica Cordova Kramer.

"It is deeply important to me that honest and authentic stories about the African experience are made widely available to all," added Nyong'o. "This podcast is close to my heart, reflecting both my personal connection to these narratives and the work of the talented team of African voices, composers, and editors who brought them to life. I'm thrilled to partner with Lemonada Media to share this powerful series with a global audience."

The first two episodes of "Mind Your Own" will be available on September 19, on all major podcast platforms, with new episodes weekly. The podcast is produced by KQED's Snap Studios and distributed by Lemonada Media."