Skin bleaching has become a billion dollar industry. Why do people bleach their skin? This episode does not fully answer this question because there is no clear answer.  Be sure to follow Joko Podcast on Instagram at @jokopodcast__ to stay up-to-date on all episodes and discussions. | Intro and Outro Song: &quot;Dunya&quot; by Youssou N&apos;dour | Follow us on instagram @Jokopodcast__

Episode 5: Shades of Black (Black History Month Series)

JOKO is a Wolof word that means to connect and have a conversation or dialogue. This podcast is one long dialogue on the Senegalese-American experience. Cohosts Arame Niang and Aida Guisse talk about everything and anything through the lens of their hyphenated identity. They explore what it means to be Senegalese women in America, Senegalese women outside of Senegal and everything in between.  Topp lenn niou (follow along!)