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Identified with Nabil Ayers

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Family Dynamics
Family
Identity
Music
Chosen Family
Cultural Identity
Cross-Border Identities
Creativity
Grief
Parenting
Ancestry
Transgender Identity
Coming Out
Writing
Feminism
Puerto Rico
Non-Binary
Gender Identity
Food Traditions
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Welcome to 'Identified', a podcast hosted by Nabil Ayers, music executive and author of 'My Life in the Sunshine'. This show explores the intricate and often complicated world of family and identity.

In his memoir, Nabil shared his journey of understanding his mixed-race identity, navigating a distant relationship with his father, renowned jazz musician Roy Ayers, and discovering new family conne... more

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Two days before Thanksgiving, on the night of Thursday's first sold-out headline show at New York's Roseland Ballroom, Geoff Rickly got off the subway to the news that his nana had died, peacefully, in her favourite chair, logged into the band's webs... more

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Vagabon has lived in America most of her life, and still feels like she's from somewhere else. On this episode of Identified with Nabil Ayers, she traces why: born in Yaoundé, Cameroon, moved to Harlem at nine when her mother, a lawyer, brought the ... more

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This is a special reissue from Season 1 of Identified.

Hrishikesh Hirway has spent a decade getting artists to take their songs apart. On this episode of Identified with Nabil Ayers, the Song Exploder host takes his own story apart instead. Growing... more

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At the peak of her musical career, Dawn Richard lost her city. On this episode of Identified with Nabil Ayers, the New Orleans-born artist traces where she comes from: born and raised in the Ninth Ward, daughter of a Creole mother from New Iberia and... more

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Recent Guests

Geoff Rickly
Musician, frontman of Thursday
Thursday
Episode: Thursday's Geoff Rickly on Why His Band Is Like a Family
Lætitia Tamko
Musician known by stage name Vagabon
Musician
Episode: Vagabon on Musical Beginnings and Moving from Cameroon to New York
Hrishikesh Hirway
Musician, creator of Song Exploder
Song Exploder
Episode: Song Exploder's Hrishikesh Hirway on Honouring His Family Through Music
Chad Clark
Musician and storyteller exploring family history and identity
Musician, DC music scene participant
Episode: Chad Clark | What I Learned From My Father’s Role With Martin Luther King and Jimmy Carter
Jon Ronson
Author and journalist known for exploring culture and identity
Episode: Jon Ronson on Family and the Extraordinary Story Behind The Castle
Adam Buxton
British writer, comedian, and filmmaker; guest on the episode
Episode: Adam Buxton on Why No Parent Has It Figured Out
Daymé Arocena
Musician and guest on the episode
Musician
Episode: Daymé Arocena on Leaving Cuba to Follow Her Dreams
Brendan Yates
Frontman of Turnstile
Turnstile
Episode: Turnstile’s Brendan Yates on Why the Band is Like a Family
Meshell Ndegeocello
Musician and artist discussed in the episode
Self-directed via artistic career
Episode: Meshell Ndegeocello on Family, Music, and Mentorship.

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Nabil Ayers
Host of Identified

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Incredible conversations

    Really good in-depth conversations about race, family, and identity. Also really amazing guests! This podcast doesn’t shy away at big questions either.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    james3837
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Engaging stories about family

    Interesting and unexpected stories about family make this one of my favorite podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AJ Mentaiko
    United States2 years ago
  • Quality Content

    I’m enjoying the first few episodes I listened to. Growing up in the Midwest in the 90s, I rarely met other only children. I love hearing stories that parallel my own! Looking forward to hearing about more families.

    -Katie Mollon, Detroit MI.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Analog Dreamer
    United States2 years ago

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Relatable memories of growing up with family themes and identity-driven storytelling.
Engaging, personal stories about family make it a standout.
Thoughtful, in-depth conversations about race, family, and identity with amazing guests.

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Thursday's Geoff Rickly on Why His Band Is Like a Family
Q: Was there a moment when you realized your idea of family might be different from others?
Yes, moving to Salt Lake City and realizing many peers grew up in tight two-parent households made me see how I had to redefine normal and understand family as a broader, more inclusive concept.
Thursday's Geoff Rickly on Why His Band Is Like a Family
Q: So, what is family to you?
Family is something that evolves from blood ties to the bonds you forge under shared life experiences, especially on the road. It's about loyalty, mutual support, and learning to navigate love and conflict in close quarters.
Vagabon on Musical Beginnings and Moving from Cameroon to New York
Q: You moved to New York when you were nine. Where do you move from?
From Cameroon, specifically Yaoundé, the capital, and the move was a major shift that connected two very different worlds.
Vagabon on Musical Beginnings and Moving from Cameroon to New York
Q: What is family to you?
Family is consistency, though not all families are consistent; it's a flexible, inclusive idea that can include many different people who share a stable, supportive bond.
Daymé Arocena on Leaving Cuba to Follow Her Dreams
Q: How did leaving Cuba unfold, given your talent and family expectations?
She explains that talent in a poor Cuban community brings real support and pressure; her family backed her talent to secure a future, even as they feared losing the opportunity their ancestors had fought for, and the decision to leave was tied to seizing a broader horizon rather than abandoning her roots.

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This show centers on family, identity, and the ways personal histories shape who we become. Conversations frequently explore race, cultural heritage, parenting, and the bonds that tie people across generations, often told through the lens of art, music, and storytelling. Guests range from musicians and chefs to writers and podcasters, each offering intimate, candid perspectives on lineage, memory, and belonging. A standout aspect is how the host guides delicate topics with warmth and curiosity, creating a space where nuanced, sometimes uncomfortable truths about family life can emerge. Listeners who appreciate thoughtful, character-driven narratives and cross-cultural experiences will likely find this especially engaging.

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Identified launched 2 years ago and published 63 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Geoff Rickly
2. Lætitia Tamko
3. Hrishikesh Hirway
4. Chad Clark
5. Jon Ronson
6. Adam Buxton
7. Daymé Arocena
8. Brendan Yates

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