Korean African? My Story | Evolve Podcast

Part 3 OUT NOW: • Returning to Korea as ...
A Korean born and raised in Togo, West Africa. El Vato shares key memories and stories from Africa spanning language, afrobeats, African food, culture and slang. Rafa shares stories from his Ghanaian grandfather as well as providing Créole perspectives from Réunion Island, and the UK. Clemente and Jack also discuss key areas on how French, Spanish and British culture and language intersect and compare with African culture.
Part 1 of this series: • Korean Togolese? Asian...
Timestamps:
0:24 French African phrases
1:19 Pidgin and créole
2:18 Ma vs Man
3:20 Growing up in Togo
4:49 Respect to the elderly
6:10 Gym/exercise in Togo
7:32 African ingenuity
9:22 Ghanaian Politeness
10:09 Helping others in need
11:35 Vato’s travels in Africa
12:24 Social life and class in Togo
13:53 Stress in developed countries
16:34 African habits
17:54 Visiting Korea from Africa
18:58 Revisiting Africa
19:24 African food
21:37 Fast food in Africa
22:29 Togolese culture/traditions
23:43 Religious acceptance and diversity
24:18 Spending time in African family homes
25:54 Food culture in Africa/Europe/Asia
29:24 Vato’s musical journey
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[@Mrrvic2678]

As an African,I didn’t know how stressful life is until I came to America. It went from 10 to 1000 in a blink of an eye. We don’t have a lot of resources and opportunities in Africa but there’s so much happiness, love and pure joy. I can’t comprehend it at all.

[@cesarbluephive]

you are in the Land of the Oldest indigenous Black Americans maybe now you can appreciate what we sacrificed to allow you to come too the country . were just by the Color of your skin the Laws were put in to make your fail or be distracted. But we are still here 75 million strong learn the history and respect the Elders

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your comment! New video with Vato is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6XZiJl6Za5joNk

[@abdulhafizfmuhammad5274]

@@cesarbluephivenonsense, there are no black native Americans and never will be y’all are Africans so stop denying your people

[@alluringbliss4165]

@@cesarbluephive "Oldest indigenous Black Americans " what is that?

[@arltklm8322]

The korean brother is a true african /Togolese in a korean skin. He talks of Togo as his own country/his home and Korea is Korea 😅

[@evolve_hq]

Thanks for your comment!

[@Mariigold-mu1eo]

I absolutely loved everyone's openmindedness.The Korean Guest is impressive.I watched the whole video to the end.Well done host and guests.Well done our Korean brothe.r.One Love.I am an African in the US.Well done confronting and educati g the bouncers.They arw an embarrassment to Korea.I see the stereotypes in Korean Dramas about Africa.They always tell their children to eat all their food since children in Africa are strving.The writers need to stop spreading ignorance.It will only hurt them.where do the drama think their Copper,in their electric cars come from? Every African country is full of wealth.Dinosours😂😂❤❤

[@Mariigold-mu1eo]

​@evolve_hq Do any of the guests have YT chanels?They are too powerful we need their brilliance on these streets.Well done host well done.

[@henriettaocheli8579]

Am Nigerian leaving in Houston, Texas. Love what you guys are doing by sharing your experiences. I love the positives you share about Togo,Ghana,Nigeria and other countries in Africa further enlightening others about the continent ❤. Please keep doing more of this so the world can learn and appreciate diversity

[@rexbenson5628]

Are you Nigerian American or fully Nigerian

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your support!

[@yvonnecummings9572]

I find it interesting to listen and watching you guys.

[@henriettaocheli8579]

I am fully Nigerian. Born and raised for more than 40years before moving to the US ​@rexbenson5628

[@Ntuthu-ZA]

Africans are spiritual people, that’s where the emotion came from. Love the accents. From 🇿🇦

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your comment!

[@mamaflo247]

I am mixture of Ghana -Togo -Nigeria living in the States 😂My grandfather built a Methodist Church right in the middle of a very densed Muslim neighborhood in Ghana, I remember as a child I always look forward to Sallah to eat all kinds of food. Then in my adult years I lived in a Muslim owned House and Alhaji & Hajia treated me like their own... Infact this family took me to the Airport when I was leaving Ghana to States. Gentlemen thanks for making the world smile Again ❤❤❤Thanks for sharing your experiences, it just brought me loads of memories. I was just laughing all the way to end...yeah man next time before eating any Ghanaian food ask about the heat level or you will sing like a Ghanaian😂 You all made my day! God bless you all brothers!

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your beautiful message 🙏🏽

[@DDAM30]

Am Ghanaian from the Volta Region (Aflao) I can relate to his Togo accent 😄 😆

[@evolve_hq]

A wonderful region indeed!

[@dr_muyoka]

I've been to the Volta Region. At the Sogakope Beach Resort. It's right on the Mighty Lake Volta. A massive waterway that crisscrosses West Africa. Really enjoyed my visit there.

[@A.dyer6380]

I am listening from the state, I am originally from Jamaica, but feel a very strong connection to Africa. I enjoy the conversation.

[@itzFanuzWorld]

I was born in NYC to Haitian parents, and I always felt a strong connection to Africa. I also enjoyed this video ❤

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your positive message!

[@evolve_hq]

Thank you very much!

[@BLsavedMe]

As a Nigerian, you ate that pidgin up real good! Even said it with the perfect accent I'm happy you know how to speak the Nigerian pidgin English!😅😊😊

[@evolve_hq]

Much appreciated!

[@cherubim07]

Nigerians speak the real raw pidgin

[@BLsavedMe]

@@cherubim07 no doubt

[@rebaonegladness4621]

@@cherubim07they are Nigerians duuh

[@deeb4053]

I’m half Antiguan, half Jamaican, born in England and raised by a Nigerian step-father. I went to a multi-cultural school and so grew up with friends from all over the world - Africa, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, India, Saudi…we are supposed to exposed to many cultures so we can blossom as a people. I love the vibe from these discussions 🙏

[@gloriabukachi1]

It’s a positive discussion on Africans from young foreigners. They are getting to understand the vibe. There is no hurry in Africa. Everything is from within and take time to come out and manifest. Just as the Korean bro say, you just get up and go to the beach and chill. And the comparison between the fast life and the slow life, the slow life in Africa made him more happier. He even found happiness chilling with guys in the slum. Take time and understand Africa.

[@sheelania8833]

I love this African brother of mine. the only Asian that is a true black man. beautiful personality he makes me smile. Much love brother ❤❤

[@orangemoonglows2692]

he is not a black man. he is asian. please stop.

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your comment!

[@RoseHunt-li7df]

Handsome young man.(Asian man)

[@RoniForeva]

As a Ghanaian, listening to this podcast warms my heart and makes me emotional because it reminds me of why I am determined to raise my children back home.We aren't perfect and have many issues but the kindness, family values, and congeniality and appreciation of life, especially the simple things is in abundance. The part about Muslims and Christians celebrating each other's holidays in Ghana is still true to this day. At a time when the Western world and the arab world are at each other's neck, this reminder really makes me emotional.

[@davyslanguages]

Thanks for promoting my country ( Togo 🇹🇬)

[@vamswolfmom4498]

It’s the accents for me😃 Africa come get your child! #mothetland❤

[@evolve_hq]

Thanks for your great comment!

[@ladyposhvlog1544]

It really nice to be here again much love from Ghana 🇬🇭

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for tuning in!

[@adjovie]

I'm liking this oooooo! Hehe, Ghana in the building!

[@evolve_hq]

Thank you very much for saying so! 🇬🇭

[@Berly841]

Much love from kenya 🇰🇪

[@prescottosegie]

Me As a Nigerian American i can honestly say that EL vato is spot on with his African accent I respect ✊🏾 that he embraced our culture and learned African languages

[@evolve_hq]

Thanks for commenting!

[@samkg6337]

There’s no Nigerian American man

[@Mrbombastic-xi9hk]

@@samkg6337fr pick one

[@Mrbombastic-xi9hk]

This isn’t culture it’s a language just like english

[@apiocatherine7116]

The accents in this video is mad....I was smiling throughout the video

[@evolve_hq]

We are glad you enjoyed it!

[@julianadunu556]

I am both Togolese and Ghanaian, i am really feeling the vibes. The guy in blue is very true about Ghana, we respect each others religion. The relationship between christians and moslems is top notch. U need to experience both religions celebrating together in Ghana, so lovely.

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your comment! New video with Vato is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6XZiJl6Za5joNk

[@Priskarl]

That was hilarious, but true. The old people around usually know everything that goes on in the neighborhood. Every fly, every mosquito that buzzes by, they know.

[@evolve_hq]

🤣🤣

[@bigmama5048]

GROUND RICE is rice balls and peanut soup is what he is trying to explain. the Adonai he is referring to is by Sarkodie Castro Ghanaian musician who died sometime ago and a French version was made. Manioc is yuka cassava and you may be referring to fufu in Togo

[@evolve_hq]

Aha thanks for confirming!

[@bigmama5048]

@@evolve_hq you are welcome

[@Evelynokwa]

About the grandmas yes they know everything 😂, love from 🇺🇬

[@evolve_hq]

It is true! Thanks for your message

[@dennisa7404]

One love evo..am from ug too

[@praiseosamede6673]

I love this 😍❤️ Nigeria 🇳🇬 to d world 🌎❤ Nigeria pidgin na oga 👍😍

[@YawButi-Asare]

I'm a Ghanaian and It feels good watching this. Everyone needs to visit Some countries in Africa.

[@marilynfoster5279]

I'm in tuned, from a Midwestern city in the USA. It is always hopeful and refreshing when people are sitting around ,sharing and discussing with an open mind.That is when we truly began to dispel the myths. And truly understand what is true.😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤❤

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks, we hope you enjoyed it!

[@AtwirlOsnoc]

Can't wait to hear what will be discussed tomorrow in the Korea - Africa Summit

[@Kingbelvin_]

I love everything about this podcast,being that I’m Nigeria 🇳🇬 the way he spoke the pidgin buss my head😂you are Africa abeg do make you come back house💜

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for saying so!

[@johanfrancois62]

I always wanted to come to Korea to eat some authentic Korean food but the stories of heard about how they treat Black people. It scares me how some people say they had bad experience like people speeding on them, but you talk about Black people give me a little hope that one day I can come

[@evolve_hq]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ILIVEAGOODLIFE]

Yeah, Koreans are racist towards anyone who doesn't look pale. But they do look different on black people while profiting off black culture

[@passportandbeer]

Stop traveling to be accepted, travel for yourself

[@donnacampbell676]

Don't believe everything that you hear.You really need to watch The black travelers in Asia,you will be amazed.Do your research my love.

[@johanfrancois62]

Thank you

[@joenellgaitor483]

Just came across this channel and began listening to the conversations that were being shared by these men. I really enjoyed it.

[@evolve_hq]

Much appreciated!

[@chrisd9608]

You guys are amazing man, can't get enough ❤😊

[@debramichael7169]

I am Nigerian, based in Russia but shout out to you guys ❤❤ especially the Korean guy , your program is given

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks

[@fedelynedieujuste6924]

Nigeria based in Russia?!! Do tell about your experiences.

[@chikachristian9453]

Love this ❤

[@iseoma]

Wonderful video❤

[@Ivanabelle]

Manoic is cassava. Pâte is what Nigerians call swallow. Just a strach based food eaten with stew. Adème is like a West African spinach. It's really good!

[@evolve_hq]

Aha, thanks for the info, we must eat this delicious food!

[@YawButi-Asare]

21:24 You are talking about (Omotuo)Rice Balls and Groundnut Soup.

[@oneone7522]

Positive conversations, you deserve more views.

[@ACRDMV]

This is a great interview, thank you. Many Blessings 🙏🏾

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your comment! New video with Vato is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6XZiJl6Za5joNk

[@dr.rancho]

Thanks for part 2. Please let's have part 3

[@fayseverin2305]

I love this video❤️

[@tytyla5227]

This becoming my new binge podcast😊. I love the energy so positive. Watching from Malaysia but as a foreign student there

[@Riverine3939]

Love the vibe mahn❤.

[@evolve_hq]

Thanks for saying so!

[@stephaniesepiphanies6443]

I love this video. Thanks for coming back with part 2! Warms my heart to see a community of foreigners coming together to share their culture like this. Very relatable especially the “Hello” when answering the phone to or speaking to elders. You have to greet them according to the time of day!

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks, that is the Ghanaian influence on me for sure!

[@thestudentsofscience2660]

I love this!

[@evolve_hq]

Thank you for saying so!

[@jojohounnou2692]

something really great to subscribe to... y'all keep it going ❤️‍🔥🔥🔥

[@evolve_hq]

Really appreciate your support, many thanks!

[@benmavinn1666]

The interview i didn't know i needed 😊

[@evolve_hq]

Thanks for watching!

[@dr.rancho]

I'm really enjoying the convo. You guys really had an experience! Keep it coming ❤

[@evolve_hq]

Thank you for saying so, of course it will be on the way!

[@stonedgeproperties]

Bra, I’m so digging this podcast. Keep it up. Africa Unite one love

[@evolve_hq]

Thank you very much!

[@unknown-tp2cg]

This is incredible!

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks

[@chikachristian9453]

Ok na!! Na so we Nigerians dey talk na 😂😂😂😂.. love you guys🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬

[@afroqueen9458]

Love this conversation

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks!

[@Akos885]

Oh wow how they love Africa, from Ghana

[@evolve_hq]

We love Africa and Ghana!

[@deedeedixon712]

Yes they do love Africa they do not have the hussle and bussle Work travel to work, look forward to weekends that's America. But I see many Africa like them Respect.?

[@lampardlampard694]

You guys are good love it

[@evolve_hq]

Thanks for watching!

[@evolve_hq]

Thanks for watching! Let us know where you're viewing from in the comments! Part 1: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2GooGaKqtVkiZofeature=shared

[@dr.rancho]

Watching from Ghana 🇬🇭🇬🇭

[@comicbook6867]

Love these entire podcast. Respect to all you fine gentlemen ❤️❤️❤️👍💯

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for watching our podcast!

[@frederickmusa4485]

Finally the episode we have been waiting for

[@evolve_hq]

Thank you very much for watching!

[@zelle8651]

Loved part 1 of El Vato's interview and subscribed. Enjoyed your conversation. I am Ethiopian, the languages we speak across Africa might be different but I can vibe with the culture and the lived experience. Touches my heart to hear this brother. Respect, zee PS. If you ever end up in Ethiopia let me know.

[@evolve_hq]

Thanks for watching!

[@unwind1183]

Love your energy. And your correct if people showed love and respect the world can be a beautiful place.help build and develop a great place with genuine people.

[@evolve_hq]

Thanks for your comment!

[@amg1pound161]

this dude is one of us for sure 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your comment! New video with Vato is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6XZiJl6Za5joNk

[@user-sm6ot4zm1d]

Thanks for this video. I really like it ❤. Vous imitez bien l'accent Africain. Good job.

[@evolve_hq]

Merci pour votre commentaire!

[@dianacalcandasse6319]

One love❤ I appreciate this so much cause it makes one realize that despite our ethnicities, we're all ultimately human and have so much to appreciate and learn from our differences..

[@evolve_hq]

Beautiful message!

[@joebetsdiary]

Stumbled on the other video and I can’t stop watching

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your comment! New video with Vato is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6XZiJl6Za5joNk

[@yvanmbaye8615]

You still amazed me ...let s do a podcast,i m here in ivory coast and like your view on our home town

[@datguymayor_]

love from nigeria!

[@evolve_hq]

Thanks for your message!

[@Dangerkiller-D]

Korean with an African accent what a Fab combination.

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your comment! New video with Vato is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6XZiJl6Za5joNk

[@carolinekampamba2484]

Rarely finish watching these but I really enjoyed this, love the appreciation of Africa, some people are closed minded but not these guys!

[@evolve_hq]

It's an honour for us, thank you for your message!

[@kindnessducuray2656]

❤❤❤❤nice bruh

[@westbaykweku8655]

I had to subscibe😂😂😂😂😂😂 NGL if was just audio I would've thought the asian guy was a native. The accent is just natural😂😂👌👌

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your comment! New video with Vato is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6XZiJl6Za5joNk

[@theisisreincarnate]

This is so wholesome. Much love from Africa.😂😂😂

[@evolve_hq]

Thank you very much for your kind message!

[@rachaelbempomaaapenteng4888]

I love this podcast

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your comment! New video with Vato is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6XZiJl6Za5joNk

[@misstessasims3850]

The world is really a big village ❤ good postcast new sub here 👍🏾😊

[@evolve_hq]

A beautiful village for sure, many thanks for your support!

[@LudmilaS85]

I'm loving the vibes here. Keep up the good work, guys. Greetings from an angolan living in Spain. 🇦🇴 🇪🇸 ❤❤

[@evolve_hq]

Greetings to you in Spain!

[@LudmilaS85]

@@evolve_hq ❤️

[@sourcestvghuk9897]

I’m enjoying ur show 😊❤

[@evolve_hq]

Thanks so much

[@ekanjonuusikuhertta8232]

An amazing video 📹. Best wishes guys 👦. Frm 🇳🇦

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your comment! New video with Vato is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6XZiJl6Za5joNk

[@dr.migueltorrezedd8651]

He is getting famous that is for sure lol.

[@evolve_hq]

Thank you for your comment!

[@Cookiecake55]

So far I finally found a channel to invest my free time in!!❤

[@evolve_hq]

Thank you very much 🙏

[@michelleshava1477]

1 minute in and had to ❤

[@davyslanguages]

This is my language ( ewe) togo and Ghana ❤

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks!

[@sourcestvghuk9897]

Keep it up guys 😊

[@evolve_hq]

Thanks 😊

[@jaitsadi-gee]

This is SO interesting to me, bc my cousin left the States to go to Nigeria for a visit, and decided to stay...but MY plan is to try the same thing...in Korea. You are making me understand my cousin's decision in a way he didn't. Now, I have to call him! 🤭☺️

[@abbasouleyman9925]

Much love ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your comment! New video with Vato is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6XZiJl6Za5joNk

[@lonewulfmo9128]

These guys soo cool. I genuinely thing spending time in other cultures broadens personality.

[@evolve_hq]

For sure! Thanks for watching

[@ericlaw5685]

😂😂😂 great mate!

[@user-jl4xj6lz8o]

I love this video. It should be people like them in the government everywhere. Open minded people who have been to different other parts of the world. I was very happy also to hear them talking like that. The transition from English to French even Spanish. I can relate. By the way manioc is yuca

[@YawButi-Asare]

30:39 Adonai is Sarkodie from Ghana🇬🇭

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your comment! New video with Vato is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6XZiJl6Za5joNk

[@Spring_of_Smiles]

I'm loving this!!!!!

[@evolve_hq]

Thank you!

[@pros5945]

Me too I wish I could subscribe and like million times

[@florenceflora]

I'm loving this😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 This is real African. Love from Togo❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for watching this!

[@nanaadusah8320]

Atsiek3 i guess is the food el vato was trying to describe and it's made from cassava alongside vegetable sauce

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your comment! New video with Vato is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6XZiJl6Za5joNk

[@lucenesylla1615]

If the Podcasters haven't found out already. The dish "Pate" that Vato was talking about is similar to puff puff. Its made from the same ingredients, but instead of making it into balls, they flatten the dough and fry it. It's eaten for Breakfast with tea and milk. Regardless, I enjoy your videos.

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your comment! New video with Vato is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6XZiJl6Za5joNk

[@24Golden]

from togo it's quiet funny and cool listen my language and the accent is perfect shout Nigeria and ghana

[@evolve_hq]

Thank you very much

[@kudosnestor3556]

Love the convo and accent. They all listen to each other

[@evolve_hq]

Thank you!

[@oneilldaniel9711]

Adonai is a song from Sarkodie and castro Ghanaian musicians

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your comment! New video with Vato is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6XZiJl6Za5joNk

[@rosepaul869]

Am Nigerian🇳🇬 Respect man. Love the accent🇳🇬

[@evolve_hq]

Many thanks for your comment! New video with Vato is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6XZiJl6Za5joNk

[@rodiebakpa9368]

I remember dat😂😂😂😂😂😂. My old man reminds me, all the time

[@jgonzalez372]

Si "Asunto": It's the topic in the class or the topic in context of an specific conversation, matter, issue " Que gran Asunto escucharlos a todos uds.". Abrazos desde New York.

[@evolve_hq]

Gracias!!

[@chikachristian9453]

Dbanj and Psquare ❤❤❤… Burna and Wiz is new school

[@Mimi-xh9tk]

As a black woman i have to admit.. it was quite funny to hear the bouncer say: No wakanda’s 😂😂😂😂

[@emmaeIIe]

The dinosaur story made my day 😂

[@24Golden]

yeah he is right about the màh at the end

[@kingstonrebel]

All knees shall bow...They are now.. Bowing To The Original One...😊

[@evolve_hq]

Thank you for your message