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  • Voices Less Heard - Ep. 8 - Dr. Godwin Ude Interview
    2024/11/15
    Dr. Godwin Ude, a man with three doctoral degrees, shares his inspiring journey and the passion that drives him to find solutions to problems. Growing up in a large family of 15 siblings, Dr. Ude learned discipline and the value of making do with little. His academic journey was inspired by his desire to support his struggling family and make a difference in the lives of marginalized and impoverished people. He moved from Nigeria to Canada to pursue his passion for helping others and leading a ministry. Dr. Ude's story is a testament to the power of determination and faith. Dr. Godwin Ude shares his journey of following divine instructions and stepping into the social sector. He recounts how he received a clear message from the Lord to leave his pharmaceutical career and pursue a path of helping young people.
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    1 時間 7 分
  • Voices Less Heard - Ep. 7 - Tinashe Manolo Interview
    2024/11/01
    In this conversation, Dr. PMak interviews Tinashe, the Chief Steward of The Enough Initiative Canada, about risk-taking and being a multi-talented entrepreneur. Tinashe emphasizes the importance of supporting entrepreneurs and believes that every idea has potential. They discuss the role of asking questions and creating an environment for ideas to flourish. Tinashe shares his various entrepreneurial ventures, including the Enough Initiative, When I Lead Media Group, How'Bout Dat, and The Afroriginals. They also explore the concept of being a jack of all trades and the value of pursuing multiple interests. Tinashe describes his daily routine and the importance of balancing work and personal relationships.
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    1 時間
  • Voices Less Heard - Ep. 6 - Michael Ford Interview
    2024/10/18
    The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the income potential in trades, global crises, the future of humanity, and the meaning of life. Michael Ford shares insights on the importance of mastery, the impact of instant gratification on youth, and the significance of building communities and purpose. He also discusses the role of spirituality in his work and the value of perseverance.
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    52 分
  • Voices Less Heard - Ep. 5 - Zarya Thomas and Emmanuel Okee Interview
    2024/10/04
    Dr. PMak welcomes Zarya Thomas and Emmanuel Okee, the founders of the 4Roots Collective, a network of community organizers and social entrepreneurs of African descent. They discuss their commitment to community, the fragmentation in their community, and the need for healing and celebration. Emmanuel shares his journey from studying medicine to psychology and his passion for cultural education. They also discuss the problems within the community, including the loss of cultural values and the prioritization of capitalism over human connection.
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    1 時間 11 分
  • Voices Less Heard - Ep. 4 - Yves-Gérard Méhou-Loko Interview
    2024/09/20
    Yves-Gérard Méhou-Loko shares his experiences growing up in different countries and cultures, including France, Togo, Benin and Canada. He discusses his early career in politics and journalism, as well as the challenges he faced in navigating the public service and media industry. Yves-Gérard emphasizes the importance of patience and understanding in creating systemic change and combating racism. He also highlights the need for collective action and allyship in the fight against discrimination. Despite his current position of power as the Secretary General for the Canadian Commission for UNESCO, Yves-Gérard acknowledges that racism can still persist and that he remains committed to uplifting others.
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    41 分
  • Voices Less Heard - Ep. 3 - Camarrah Morgan Interview
    2024/09/06
    In this conversation, Dr. PMak speaks with Kamara Morgan about the importance of self-care and finding balance in life. Kamara shares her personal journey of realizing the need to prioritize herself and how it has transformed her perspective. They discuss the idea that caring for oneself is not selfish, but necessary for long-term well-being. They also explore the balance between taking care of the community and taking care of oneself. Kamara emphasizes the importance of sharing the load and empowering others to contribute, creating a stronger community. They touch on the generational struggle of overworking and the need to shift the focus from quantifiable metrics to happiness and well-being. Kamara shares her favorite hobbies, such as journaling and enjoying sunsets and water. They conclude by discussing the future of humanity and the importance of liberation and joy.
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    1 時間 15 分
  • Voices Less Heard Podcast - Ep. 2 - Professor Alan Pence Interview
    2024/08/23
    In this conversation Professor Alan Pence discusses his early childhood work and the importance of community, culture, and context in early childhood development. He shares his experiences with mentors such as Prof. Uri Bronfenbrenner and Thomas Weisner, who influenced his understanding of child development. Pence also talks about his work in Kenya and the challenges of being a male caregiver and house father.
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    51 分
  • Voices Less Heard Podcast - Ep. 1 - Omar Yassin Omar Interview
    2024/08/09
    This conversation explores the experiences of black people and people of African descent in the grant making and philanthropy sector in Canada. The guests discuss the importance of centering and amplifying the voices of marginalized communities, the challenges of grant making, and the need for intentional and purposeful grant making.
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    1 時間 4 分