Reflections to Rise

Rahim Moosa
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Reflections to Rise features unique and unconventional leaders. Powerful stories. Real strategies. Inspiration to fuel your growth and elevate you.

Episodes

  1. 2H AGO

    Michelle Mama: A filmmaker's Gay Agenda

    Rahim Moosa sits down with award-winning documentary writer, director, producer and founder of Gay Agenda, Michelle Mama. Michelle shares how being an "outsider" became her greatest leadership strength. Her story offers deep insights into: 02:25 Early life and how layers of identity (Female, First Generation Canadian, Parsi/Zoroastrian, South Asian and Queer) shaped her observer mindset 9:00 The origins of the Parsi community 15:52 The project that changed everything: 21 Days to Nawroz (shot in Iraq during the war) 30:05 Launching Gay Agenda and why it's important to accurately represent LGBTQIA+ in the media with love and respect 40:21 Queerness, mentorship and advocacy: her coming out story, family acceptance while managing societal pressures from a South Asian lens 59:22 Leadership: disarming hierarchy with community first values 1:02:09 Why diversity is strength (and how leaders can stop diluting it) 1:10:17 Legacy, mentorship, helping others and supporting the next generation Links mentioned: • 21 Days to Nawroz • Gay Agenda • Michelle Mama's Instagram • Gay Agenda Instagram If this resonates, like/subscribe and share to support others on their journey.

    1h 14m
  2. Shirley Lewis: How Her Vocal Leadership Created The George Michael Sound

    11/18/2025

    Shirley Lewis: How Her Vocal Leadership Created The George Michael Sound

    Rahim Moosa connects with powerhouse vocalist Shirley Lewis as she shares the leadership lessons, life stories, and quiet strength behind some of the most iconic music ever made with George Michael. Guided first by her sister Linda Lewis, the first Black British female singer-songwriter to enter the UK charts and perform at Glastonbury, Shirley speaks about her childhood growing up in London’s East End to the world’s biggest stages. As the voice on George Michael’s Father Figure, Freedom! 90' , Amazing and countless live performances touring with George, Shirley built a career defined not by the spotlight, but by leading as a vocalist from the back of the stage. In this intimate conversation, Shirley opens up about: 03:26 Linda Lewis: Her Sister as a Trailblazer & Curtain-Opener 12:39 From Live Aid to Wembley: Meeting George Michael 14:33 Creating the George Michael Sound 19:29 Carrying George's leadership forward in her band, The George Michael Singers 22:37 Reflecting on her own Power in "Father Figure" and "Freedom! 90'" 25:54 Making the song "Father Figure" 29:37 George Michael's Leadership Style 32:30 Leading as a Woman in a Male Dominated Industry 34:27 On Trusting Her Instincts 37:50 Signs & Synchronicities - how it led her to create The George Michael Singers Band and Tour 44:12  Naming the Song of Her Life: “We Can Win” 🎧 Audio-only episode. For personal photos shared by Shirley, continue watching the video version. 📸 Follow Shirley Lewis & The George Michael Singers Instagram: @shirleylewisofficial The George Michael Singers: @georgemichaelsingers 📣 Connect with Rahim / Reflections to Rise Website: rahimmoosa.com Podcast Instagram: @reflectionstorise

    46 min
  3. Clayton Peters: The Architect Behind Global Comedian Russell Peters

    10/08/2025

    Clayton Peters: The Architect Behind Global Comedian Russell Peters

    Rahim Moosa sits down with  Clayton Peters, Manager, Strategist and Brother to global comedy icon Russell Peters. Clayton’s insights remind us that leadership doesn’t always mean being in the spotlight. Sometimes, the most powerful impact is made behind the scenes. Clayton’s story offers a rare look into: The art of leading through reflection and driving success.Finding resilience through struggle and loss.Sustaining a global brand through vision, balance and foresight. What they discuss: 00:00 Intro 02:10 Convergence 20:17 How Struggle Relates to Success 26:53 Leading in the Background 40:44 Reflection 50:57 The Defining Moment 1:00:23 The Next Chapter

    1h 5m
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About

Reflections to Rise features unique and unconventional leaders. Powerful stories. Real strategies. Inspiration to fuel your growth and elevate you.

Information

  • Creator
    Rahim Moosa
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Rahim Moosa
  • Show Website
    Reflections to Rise