23 episodes

A safe space where minds meet to discuss the joys of life, the struggle to find yourself, and the lessons learned along the way.

What You Need Podcast Lydia Shompole

    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 5 Ratings

A safe space where minds meet to discuss the joys of life, the struggle to find yourself, and the lessons learned along the way.

    Bhan Gatkuoth

    Bhan Gatkuoth

    Bhan is the podcast host of "Daughter Podcast. "Bhan Gatkuoth is an independent podcast producer who is passionate about sharing the stories of marginalized groups. Her podcast series, Daughter, is one that is dedicated to sharing the untold stories of her mother. A strong South Sudanese woman who was unfortunately forced to become a child bride, a prisoner, and a refugee all before she turned 21 years old.

    The story of Bhan and her mother is one that uniquely situates their mother-daughter dynamic against the backdrop of their social positions while at the same time highlights the importance of voice and representation in our collective history.

    After graduating from the University of Calgary with a Bachelors degree in Communication and a diploma in Broadcast News Journalism, Bhan made a huge move to Quebec, Canada where she is currently working as a teachers aide and learning the french language. 
    She's also a big fan of coconut cream pie, and Friday night binges of episodes of The Office." 

    • 45 min
    Renelle Nelson - Straight No Chaser

    Renelle Nelson - Straight No Chaser

    Renelle E. Nelson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, and Infidelity Recovery Coach who has been providing therapy for over 11 years.

    Her passion is to assist you with getting your sexual voice back and shattering sexual shame.

    Life and relationships are an adventure. It helps to have a guide. Her goal is to illuminate your path on whatever road you may take.

    Her personable nature creates an open atmosphere for you to explore how you form and maintain your relationships while also guiding you towards healthy ways to heal after infidelity.

    You can find her contact information at https://www.affairaftercare.com/about-renelle/

    IG: Noirsxtherapist

    • 44 min
    Kwapi Vengesayi - Shades of Black & Good Black Reads

    Kwapi Vengesayi - Shades of Black & Good Black Reads

    Zimbabwean by birth, Kwapi Vengesayi studied architecture and sociology at the University of Idaho. He is a social entrepreneur, speaker, Amazon bestselling author, and creator and executive producer of the regionally acclaimed and award-winning social commentary performing arts showcase, the Shades of Black Show. He has worked with singer/songwriters that have gone on to sign to major record labels, dancers that have toured with major artists such as Ariana Grande and productions such as the Marvel Universe Tour, and more. In 2015 he gave a TEDx Talk titled “The Art of Activistic Entertainment” and is currently the Community Engagement Specialist for a nationally renowned organization.

    Creator and Executive Producer of the award-winning Shades of Black Show:
    Music by Possimiste - The Flight of Lulu copyright 2016

    • 1 hr 8 min
    Safiya Farah - Risks, ROI & Life After College

    Safiya Farah - Risks, ROI & Life After College

    We all end up at this place in our lives where we just don't know what the next step is let alone what we see ourselves doing in the next 10 years. What you've got to realize is that life is a journey made up of one step at a time. Its not a big deal that you don't know what you want right this second. No one ever really does. Join in this weeks conversation on how to navigate life, and how to take the first step towards where you could possibly want to be one day.  Safiya Farah - Seattleite, Somali, Bachelors in Economics, current coding fanatic & world traveler  She's funny and incredibly determined to make a difference in the world.  Follow her on IG: @SoSoSafiya Twitter: SoSoSafiya_ & Her website NewtoTheTechWorld.Wordpress.com where you can join her on her coding journey!  Music by: Nathan Shompole IG: @Na.Shomp Follow me on IG & Twitter: @Lshompole Website www.Lshompole.com & www.Kingdomsinthewild.com  

    • 1 hr 10 min
    A Snack - Midlife Crisis & Our Purpose

    A Snack - Midlife Crisis & Our Purpose

    We get so wrapped up in identifying and labeling our purpose that we never take the time to reevaluate as we grow and change. At every single stage of our lives our experiences are shaping us, changing us… just like change is fluid and forever occurring, we need to be the same. Mentioned in the Episode:  Sam Harris: Neuro-scientist, Author, Philosopher, Founder of Project Reason   Dan Harris: correspondent for ABC News, anchor for Nightline and co-anchor for the weekend edition of Good Morning America Joe Rogan:  American stand-up comedian, podcast host, and retired martial artist.IG & Twitter : @LSHOMPOLE Website LSHOMPOLE.com Music bJourney by Mseq (c) copyright 2016 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial  (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Mseq/54702 Ft: Admiral Bob,Texas Radio Fish

    • 7 min
    Maurice Harnsberry - A Seat At The Table

    Maurice Harnsberry - A Seat At The Table

    Maurice Harnsberry is a Seattle born and raised photographer keeping the art fresh and sincere. We sat down for a quick chat about the when whys and hows that brought him to this point in his style. Join in and send in your questions maybe for the next round.  Check out his website mobettaphotography.squarespace.com you can also follow him on Instagram @Mobetta206  Also pass by my website LSHOMPOLE.COM and join in on the conversation IG & Twitter @LSHOMPOLE

    • 38 min

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