Nneka Ogwumike on WNBPA Presidency, Discrimination in the WNBA, & Sharing Fame with Sister Chiney
I created Do I Know You? to connect with other siblings and children of celebrities to learn about how they think about things like identity, supporting their family, dealing with the spotlight, and all things in between.On this epidsode, Nneka Ogwumike gets real about navigating life as WNBPA President, experiencing different types of discrimination in the WNBA, and getting to share the spotlight with her sister Chiney. From standing up for herself in a league that still struggles with colorism to redefining what it means to be a first-generation Nigerian-American, Nneka opens up about the complexities of identity on and off the court.But she’s soooo much more than a powerhouse athlete! Nneka’s a problem-solver, cooking enthusiast, and social media savant who’s also learning to see her sisters as individuals, not just family. We also get to hear about what she's watching these days, her aversion to surprise parties, and what she does when stopped in the airport (hehe).This is a conversation about breaking barriers, owning your narrative, and continuing to evolve into your best, multi-dimensional self…trust me, Nneka Ogwumike is a name you won’t forget!!!God loves you. God sees you. Cheers to you, XO!For Gemma 🤍FOLLOW NNEKA AT @NNEKAFOR FUNSIES:Instagram: @jordierae_Show instagram: @doiknowyoushowTiktok: jordierae_LET’S TALK BUSINESS:💌
[email protected] (Host & Executive Producer)🎉 QOTE (Question of the Episode): What part of Nneka's story resonated with you the most and why?*Visual credit to Gabby Davis for the intro*Music credit to Fredrick Short who gave us formal permission for the music
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