[not that] original Yasmina Sekkat
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- Society & Culture
[not that] original brings you the fascinating out of the ordinary. These are the heartfelt, wonderful and sometimes weird stories that lie just under the surface of the lives of the people around you, who may also be just like you.
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EPISODE 8: The Actor's Choice
Youssef Kerkour is a stage and screen actor based in London. In this wide-ranging conversation he talks about navigating the challenges of his profession and the changing nature of diversity of roles and narratives in the industry. His new comedy, “Home” can be seen on Channel 4. You can also watch him in “Nightflyers” on Netflix.
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EPISODE 7: The Good Fight of a Video Activist
An academic discusses the importance of video activism in filling the void left by mainstream media in contributing to public discourse.
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EPISODE 6: The Entrepreneur
Entrepreneurship is not for the weak willed or the faint of heart. It requires courage and perseverance in the face of overwhelming odds. Priscilla, the Canadian CEO of Barcelona startup, Bida, talks about what drives her towards success.
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EPISODE 5: Marathon Man
Most folks may run the occasional 5km or 10km race to get fit or to raise funds for a good cause. Then there are others, like Tarang, who have turned long distance running and fundraising into a lifestyle choice.
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EPISODE 4: The Gap Year
Yasmina speaks to Grace, a 19-year old from the USA, who has recently spent time volunteering and travelling around the world during her gap year between high school and university. Recorded in London's Kensington Palace Gardens, this is a candid conversation about the choices made by a young adult and her journey towards becoming who she wants to be.
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EPISODE 3: Life of an Adult Third Culture Kid
Yasmina examines the life and experiences of childhood friend Alex, an adult Third Culture Kid (TCK), who has never lived in the same country for more than four years.