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Release Date: 02/10/2023
Disabled and Thriving Empowering Disabled Voices: A Live Panel Discussion on Disability Pride
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Zaakirah Nayyar Muhammad celebrates Disability Pride Month with a special in-person panel discussion recorded in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The panel, titled 'Disabled and Thriving,' dives into topics of navigating ableism, mental health, and creating an inclusive workforce for black, indigenous, and disabled creatives. Zaakirah shares her personal journey of living with retinoblastoma, advocating for herself and others, and the importance of community and resources. The episode also covers practical advice for accessibility in the workplace, travel, and social settings. The panel includes Dr. Anthony...
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Why I Moved to Kenya And What The Experience Is Like
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In this episode, Zaakirah shares insights about her connection to Kenya, her unique identity as a disabled Black American Muslim woman, and her volunteer work at the Al Walidayn Rescue Center. Highlighting her previous travels in Africa and her connection to Kenya through photography, she discusses local culture, cost of living, transportation, and the vibrant technological scene. The episode also invites listeners to join her for a transformative retreat on the Kenya Coast in January 2026, focusing on coastal beauty, wellness, and content creation. 00:00 Welcome to See Life...
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Journey Back to Eden Kenya Expo with Kea Wakesho Simmons of Traverze Culture
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In this episode, Kea Wakesho Simmons, the visionary behind Traverze Culture and the Journey Back to Eden Expo, discusses her journey from Charleston, South Carolina to becoming a world traveler and advocate for Pan-Africanism. Kea shares her experiences in the US Army, her travels to countries like South Korea, China, Japan, Ethiopia, and how they shaped her views on culture and Black empowerment. Simmons also delves into the mission of the Journey Back to Eden initiative, aiming to foster deeper relationships and cultural exchanges between Africans in the diaspora and the continent. Kea is...
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Deafblind Entrepreneur Erin Perkins of Mabely Q Talks Disability and Accessibility
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For Disability Pride Month, Zaakirah shares her journey as a retinoblastoma eye cancer survivor and introduces Erin Perkins, who has Usher Syndrome. Erin details her experiences with hearing and vision loss and the creation of her business, Mabley Q, which aids businesses in becoming more accessible. They discuss the challenges of living with invisible disabilities, their personal stories, and how both have used their experiences to educate and inspire others. The conversation also touches on the importance of advocacy, allyship, and the need for better support and understanding for people...
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Retinoblastoma Advocacy, Support, and Survivorship with Leia Hunt, Grace Padilla, and Genevieve McCarthy
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In this episode of the See Life Different podcast, you'll hear inspiring stories from retinoblastoma survivors, Leia Hunt, a two-time unilateral retinoblastoma survivor and founder of Leia's Kids, Grace Padilla, a neuroscience Ph.D. candidate and Genevieve McCarthy, the president of the Canadian Retinoblastoma Society, and Know the Glow partner, also a unilateral retinoblastoma survivor. They discuss their battles with cancer, advocacy for pediatric cancer awareness, and how their journeys have influenced their careers. Important themes include resilience, the global impact of retinoblastoma,...
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Anti Ableist Manifesto: Tiffany Yu's Journey, Disability Advocacy and Community
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October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Did you know that 1 in 4 U.S. adults have a disability? That's about 61 million Americans. An estimated 10% of the US population has a non-apparent disability. Globally, over a billion people currently live with a disability. Although 15% of people worldwide identify as disabled, disability still remains ignored and misunderstood by non-disabled people. In this episode of the See Life Different podcast, host Zaakirah Muhammad discusses 'The Anti-Ableist Manifesto' by Tiffany Yu, a powerful book aiming to dismantle stereotypes...
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Disability Employment Awareness Month: Advocacy, Innovation, and Legacy with Valyncia M. Wilson
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In this episode of the See Life Different podcast, host Zaakirah returns from a hiatus to focus on empowering Black, Indigenous women of color and individuals with disabilities. Zaakirah shares updates about her life changes, including a move from Oklahoma and her involvement in NPR Oklahoma. The episode coincides with Disability Employment Awareness Month and World Blindness Awareness Month. Special guest, Valyncia M. Wilson, a program manager from Oklahoma's Department of Rehabilitation Services (OKDRS), discusses resources for individuals with disabilities, including...
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How I Became a TEDx Speaker: 3 Realistically Mindful Marketing Tips
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In this special edition podcast episode, Zaakirah Muhammad shares insights into what it's like to be a TEDx speaker. Reflecting on her journey from a childhood eye cancer survivor to a brand cultivating strategist, Zaakirah discusses the path that led her to become a TEDx speaker. She emphasizes the importance of setting intentions and shares three key factors that contributed to her TEDx experience. Tune in for an informative discussion on the behind-the-scenes of being a TEDx speaker. Today, I'm excited to share the behind-the-scenes journey of becoming a TEDx speaker. Discover the insights...
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From Lead Magnets to Subject Lines: Proven Strategies for Effective Email Marketing using Flodesk, Mailchimp, and Convertkit
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In this episode, Zaakirah discusses the importance of email marketing, why entrepreneurs should be taking advantage of it, and how it can help entrepreneurs grow their brands, and build relationships with their customers. She explains that email marketing is a form of direct marketing that keeps customers informed about the latest offerings and helps to convert social media followers into loyal customers. Zaakirah then shares her personal journey of starting her own marketing agency and realizing the need for effective email marketing to convert social media followers into loyal customers....
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Mastering Your LinkedIn Profile as an Entrepreneur and Media Expert with Clarene Mitchell
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Clarene Mitchell is a full-time solopreneur in Tulsa, Oklahoma. With 30 years of experience in the area of or in the communications and media sector, she changes the trajectory of lives and businesses one LinkedIn profile at a time, whether through results-driven, one-on-one coaching, corporate training, ghostwriting services, or speaking engagements. Zaakirah and Clarene share their expertise in brand strategy and LinkedIn training, respectively. They share...
info_outlineWe're celebrating 10k downloads and sisterhood! What a milestone! After three years and lots of life related adversity, it is amazing to make it to 100 episodes and 10,000 downloads.
I share where we've been with the podcast, and where we are going with it. My first in person podcast guest in a while is my good friend. Pardon the audio technical difficulties. Iesha Yushawn Bell is a 40-something-year-old country girl from Arkansas, full of energy and tenacity to love life, love hard, and live out loud. Her brand, Travel Foodie Beauty was created for gen x women worldwide in mid life crises’ to discover their next life chapter and purpose in life and be creative, independent and free. Formerly a cosmetologist to the stars turned natural hair loctician, she is a multi passionate creative who empowers women to step outside of their comfort zone. She currently lives in Dallas, Texas, and has 6 siblings, five adult children, currently one grandson and lots of nieces and nephews.
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July is minority mental health month. New Definitions Counseling, serving the State of Texas, is a place where your community is celebrated during the healing process. They empower individuals to live their most authentic life by providing comprehensive, multicultural counseling and psychological services grounded in cultural humility. Their counseling, consulting and psychological services are designed to help you live more authentically and promote mental well-being, Visit: https://www.newdefinitionscounseling.com/meet-our-therapists
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