Reviewing Americanah:A Conversation on Race, Identity, and Immigrant Stories
In this episode of AIS, I’m joined by Stella (originally from Kenya) and K. Wilkes (a Black American and host of the Pondering Thoughts podcast) for a deep dive into Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.

Americanah was the first novel I read that authentically captured the immigrant experience—and it reignited my mission to amplify immigrant voices through storytelling.

Kay and I first conected through afros and audios and became a guest on her show Pondering Thoughts, sharing my immigrant journey from Zambia( Season 3 episode 7).  During our chat, we realized we both loved Americanah, and together with Stella, we planned this rich discussion on race, identity, relationships, and cultural adjustment in America.

All three of us re-read the novel for this episode and discovered even more powerful insights. Whether you’re a fan of Adichie, interested in immigration narratives, or exploring Black identity in America, this episode is for you.