Baudelaire Ceus is a dynamic podcaster who’s been bringing the world to your ears for the last three years with the Atlas Obscura Podcast. As the child of Haitian immigrants, he has a unique take on travel, focusing specifically on the rich tapestry of the African Diaspora.
His journeys span from Los Angeles to Haiti to Benin, revealing the beauty and history often overlooked in mainstream narratives. Before Baudelaire joined, the show primarily showcased locations in Europe and the U.S., frequently tethered to white-centric stories. But he turned that around!
With a decade of travel experience throughout the Caribbean and Africa alongside his fiancée, Baudelaire infused the show with fresh perspectives. He kicked things off with an episode on the ancient city of Great Zimbabwe, opening the door to a series that celebrates underrepresented cultures and their captivating histories. Get ready to explore the untold secrets of the world with Baudelaire as your guide!
Don't miss out on Baudelaire's amazing work https://www.bauknows.com/
Baudelaire Ceus is a dynamic podcaster who’s been bringing the world to your ears for the last three years with the Atlas Obscura Podcast. As the child of Haitian immigrants, he has a unique take on travel, focusing specifically on the rich tapestry of the African Diaspora.
His journeys span from Los Angeles to Haiti to Benin, revealing the beauty and history often overlooked in mainstream narratives. Before Baudelaire joined, the show primarily showcased locations in Europe and the U.S., frequently tethered to white-centric stories. But he turned that around!
With a decade of travel experience throughout the Caribbean and Africa alongside his fiancée, Baudelaire infused the show with fresh perspectives. He kicked things off with an episode on the ancient city of Great Zimbabwe, opening the door to a series that celebrates underrepresented cultures and their captivating histories. Get ready to explore the untold secrets of the world with Baudelaire as your guide!
Don't miss out on Baudelaire's amazing work https://www.bauknows.com/

Today we've got an exciting and thought-provoking conversation lined up with crowd favorite Ashwin Goutham Gopi. In this episode, we wander through my diverse experiences—from my recent trip to Europe, including a humorous mix-up in a women’s store, to candid observations. We also delve into the dynamics of soccer fandom, sharing a lively journey through a soccer match in Germany, complete with a colorful mix of supporters from Mozambique to Israel.
Ashwin passionately details the political landscape back in his home state in India, highlighting significant election results, the achievements and pitfalls of the ruling party, and the ever-revolving issues of urbanization, poverty, and social stratification. Along the way, we explore a spectrum of intriguing topics—from entertaining scam stories on Reddit to the ethics of fraudulent actions and the fascinating interplay between film, social media, and reality in India.
Things get cinematic as we discuss powerful narratives from shows like "The Boys" and "Invincible," drawing comparisons between characters like Homelander and iconic figures like Superman. Our chat takes a turn when we recount bizarre events at train stations, touching on everything from junkies and crack addicts to entrepreneurial women selling mangoes.
Whether it's unpacking intense soccer match moments, dissecting Puma's ambush marketing strategies, or sharing laughter over TV show antics, this episode bridges the gap between sports, politics, entertainment, and cultural reflections. So sit back, relax, and let’s get into this mosaic of stories and experiences on White Label American!
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📚 Timestamped Overview:
00:00 White Label American Podcast features immigrant stories.
09:16 Incumbency fatigue and election strategies in India.
14:06 Mixed progress with urbanization, economy, and social issues.
20:39 Imaginary capitalism fantasies lead to moralizing scams.
21:32 Friend encounters suspicious veteran on the train.
30:16 Is Homelander a person or technology?
35:58 Enthusiastic soccer fan deletes apps, humorous game.
39:09 Italian fans singing on train meet foreigners.
44:34 Confused by his sudden happiness after the game.
51:44 Drunk man talks about European football game.
56:24 Exciting tie at viewing center for Germany-Switzerland.
01:01:55 Woman propositions man, he reacts in fear.
01:07:15 White Label American podcast seeks support and engagement.