What does it take to create across cultures, and stay rooted in meaning?In this episode of the ALSA UK Podcast, we sit down with Sara Payman, a British Indian-Iranian artist, trained dentist, and performer who now calls Albania home. Through music, faith, and storytelling, Sara shows how creativity can honour heritage, inspire healing, and connect people across borders.From her tribute song TEN, written from her grandfather’s imagined perspective, to her beloved Albanian serenades, Sara’s work reminds us that art isn’t just expression. It’s responsibility, memory, and service.🎧 Whether you're a multilingual creative, a diaspora dreamer, or someone building a path that doesn’t yet exist, this episode is full of warmth, wisdom, and depth.📌 Chapters00:00 Identity, Heritage & Storytelling05:10 Songwriting, Emotion & Faith11:00 Spiritual Life & Moving to Albania16:38 Community & Connection in the Bahá’í Faith19:47 Music, Memory & Cultural Responsibility22:34 Everyday Life in Albania26:31 Navigating Albania and the UK29:50 Building a Personal Brand34:44 Dealing with Hate & Owning Your Identity40:34 Creative Dreams & Cultural Impact43:32 Owning Your Story👤 Connect with Sara Payman🌐 Website: https://sarapayman.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarapayman_/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sarapayman🔗 Follow ALSA UK🌐 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/alsauk📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alsa_uk_/📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ALSA_UK🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/76KXivrg70p7E87L2cF2wD📩 Email: info@alsauk.co.uk
