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I AM NALAAisha Yesufu: Good Trouble - Unapologetically Me | 19Aisha Yesufu is an impact-led Nigerian socio-political reformer, civic & community development crusader, who consistently demands for good governance, fight for justice, fairness and equity and lend her voice in support of women safety and financial freedom. In this episode she talks about BringBackOurGirls movement , EndSARS movement and her other good trouble. She unpacks how poverty has been weaponised, generational gap and corruption. "For my parents, putting food on the table, that's their activism", she shares about her family, movements and Nigerian politics. "If you can't mingle with the people why are you going in politics?"Ma...2023-11-2757 min
The SIP: The Coke Scholars Ignite PodcastImproving Healthcare with Heart and Intention with Joel, Anthoney, Athena, and KaitlynHow can we make healthcare better for everyone?
In this final episode of season 3 of The SIP, Coke Scholars from different parts of the healthcare industry come together to discuss how they are tackling challenges they’ve encountered within the field.
Meet our brilliant panel of Coke Scholars:
Joel Bervell (2013) – Medical Student, Washington State University & Social Media Medical Mythbuster
Dr. C. Anthoney Lim (1997) – Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics, and Medical Education & Director of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Mount Sinai Beth Israel
Athena Kan (2015) – CEO, Dreambound
Kaitlyn Chana (2009) – Administrative Fellow, Texas Children’s Hospital
They discuss...2022-12-0941 minThe SIP: The Coke Scholars Ignite PodcastThe Power of Building Your Brand with Safiya, Tiffany, Kaiti, and BenWhat makes a truly great brand? How can you build a personal brand to amplify your impact?
If it sounds intimidating, you’re not alone. But it doesn’t have to be!
Learn from branding experts, innovative content creators, and Coke Scholars Safiya, Tiffany, Kaiti, and Ben:
Safiya Jihan Miller (2005) – Founder & Fashion Designer, SAFIYA JIHAN & Director, MicrosoftTiffany Kassab Williams (1996) – Strategic Thought Leader, Todem BrandsKaiti Yoo (2018) – Content Creator with 600K+ YouTube SubscribersBen Kaplan (1995) – CEO, TOP Worldwide
In the sixth episode of The SIP, the panel shares their favorite personal brands, how to build your brand in a w...2022-11-021h 08The SIP: The Coke Scholars Ignite PodcastThe Evolution of Education with Pegah, Star, and BrandonIt’s a complex time in education.
Politicized school boards, intense debates surrounding curriculum, a massive teacher shortage, piling compensatory services for students with disabilities, chronic absenteeism, a mental health crisis, and unfinished learning are just a handful of challenges for educators right now.
But, as Brandon says in the episode, it’s not all doom and gloom.
Meet Pegah, Star, and Brandon – 3 Coke Scholars leading positive change in education:
Pegah Taylor (2003) – Managing Director of Leadership Development, KIPP Texas Public SchoolsStar Wallin (2002) – CEO and Founder, Bell Creek ConsultingBrandon Cardet-Hernandez (2003) – Executive Director, Ivy Street Schoo...2022-10-0546 minThe SIP: The Coke Scholars Ignite PodcastCaring for Our Mental Health with Robert, Diana, Chris, and Nina“We’re finally able to have a conversation that I think many people have been waiting entire lifetimes to have.” As this episode of The SIP begins, Nina acknowledges the importance of discussing mental health.
Meet Robert, Diana, Chris, and Nina – four Coke Scholars and mental health advocates passionate about destigmatizing the topic:
Dr. Robert Accordino (1999) – Physician, Massachusetts General Hospital; Lecturer (part-time), Harvard Medical School; and Chief Medical Officer, Ontrak Health
Diana Chao (2016) – Founder, Letters to Strangers
Chris A. Biehn (2014) – Creator, raging seas & Rising Suns
Dr. Nina Vasan (2002) – Chief Medical Officer, Real & Founder and Executive Director, Brainstorm: The...2022-09-1448 minThe SIP: The Coke Scholars Ignite PodcastFrom Covid Challenges to Cell Phones: Parenting Wisdom with Samuel, Nelda, and Dr. LauraParenting can sometimes be tough to navigate. Throw in a global pandemic and things get even more complicated!
Join 3 Coke Scholars in a candid conversation about the twists and turns of raising children and teenagers:
Samuel Wakefield (2001) – Leadership Director, The Organizer Zero Project; Partner, DEI Works; & father of 4Nelda Brown (1989) – School Board Staff Aide, Fairfax County School Board & cousin-mommy to teenager EricDr. Laura Froyen (2002) – Early Childhood and Parenting Specialist & mother of 2
The trio discuss the challenges of parenting in the age of covid, cell phones, and social media; the importance of having an open mind; and th...2022-08-3055 minThe SIP: The Coke Scholars Ignite PodcastSeeing the World Through the Lens of Storytelling with Nicole, Adam, and JaredStorytelling through the arts can bring immeasurable value to our lives. It can provide an escape from an overwhelming life. It can lower our guards and show us new perspectives. It can be political. It can bring people together.
These three Coke Scholars all agree – art is who they are.
The latest episode of The SIP features incredibly talented artists, storytellers, and creative entrepreneurs:
Nicole L. Thompson (2010) – Director, Writer, and Producer;Adam Pulver (2007) – Theater, Film, and Television Writer; and Jared Michaud (2015) – Baritone, Educator, and Facilitator
Listen as they discuss starting a career in storytelling...2022-08-1041 minThe SIP: The Coke Scholars Ignite PodcastJust Do It: How Jorge, Jarvis, and Rosalyn are Leading with PurposeSomething that makes the Coke Scholars Program so unique is the incredible community of alumni. Could you imagine working together with Coke Scholars?
This first episode of Season 3 of The SIP brings together 3 Coke Scholars working at NIKE in Portland, Oregon:
Jorge Casimiro (1994) – VP, Chief Public Policy & Social Impact Officer, NIKE Inc. & President, NIKE Foundation;Jarvis Sam (2009) – Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer, NIKE Inc.; andRosalyn Menon Kennedy (1997) – Communications and Partnerships Lead, Social & Community Impact, NIKE Inc.
The trio discuss their unique career journeys, how they are expanding diversity and social impact at NIKE, and leadin...2022-07-2653 min
Go With the FloSecond Culture Kids w/ Aisha ChebbiIn this episode we discuss what it was like making friends virtually, the differences between in-person and virtual academics, becoming comfortable with your identity, hitting your stride at Princeton, and much more!This episode of Go With the Flo was produced under the 145th managing board of The Daily Princetonian. Aisha Chebbi is a sophomore at Princeton University. She can be reached at achebbi@princeton.edu.To view the transcript for this episode, click “More Info” and then “Full Transcript” in the episode player.TIME STAMPS:00:00–6:49 Aisha Intro6:49–15...2021-11-301h 04Go With the FloSecond Culture Kids w/ Aisha ChebbiIn this episode we discuss what it was like making friends virtually, the differences between in-person and virtual academics, becoming comfortable with your identity, hitting your stride at Princeton, and much more!This episode of Go With the Flo was produced under the 145th managing board of The Daily Princetonian. Aisha Chebbi is a sophomore at Princeton University. She can be reached at achebbi@princeton.edu.To view the transcript for this episode, click “More Info” and then “Full Transcript” in the episode player.TIME STAMPS:00:00–6:49 Aisha Intro6:49–15...2021-11-301h 04The SIP: The Coke Scholars Ignite PodcastGoing Pro in Basketball and Business with Junior Bridgeman, CEO of Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Co.
Junior Bridgeman barely made his high school basketball team. He played 12 years in the NBA.
Junior’s first restaurant was robbed and set on fire. He became the owner of over 450 restaurants in 20 states.
His secret for growth?
“I think I was never afraid of failure. Put it that way.”
In this special bonus episode, Status Quo Ninja Daron K. Roberts (1997) interviews Junior Bridgeman, owner & CEO of Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company and CCSF Board member. They discuss Junior’s incredible career of going from the NBA to owning a Coca-Cola bottling franchise and why, in the e...2021-07-0636 min
Growing Up HalalCollege MSA Field Trip | PrincetonThis is the second episode in our new series “The College MSA Field Trip”! Join us each week as we interview members at college/university MSAs around the country to learn about the school, its Islamic community, and the application process! This week, Sulphia and Amena interview Aisha Chebbi, a freshman at Princeton University and the host of the Hybrid Podcast!2020-12-2553 min
Interfaith Youth MiamiDecember 2019 episode "Tis the season!" Pt.1This is the first IFYM meeting turned into a podcast!
In this December meeting, we began by talking about different faith traditions around the wintertime and the conversation took off from there! This footage is raw for the most part and meant to highlight the candid nature of our conversations. A small warning, however, because it tends to get loud at times + there is food involved so you may hear part of that as well! We hope you all enjoy.
Our conversation lasted quite a while, so this is just the first half of...2020-12-1731 min
Outside the Orange BubbleEpisode 5 - Compliments, Imposter Syndrome, & the 305 (feat. Aisha)In today's episode, Alaina and Stephanie recap their fourth week at Princeton, and Archika sits down with our fourth guest, Aisha Chebbi ('24) from Florida!2020-09-2929 min
The HybridAmplifying Young Voices for Change: In Conversation with Mariam KhanToday I am joined by my friend Mariam Khan, a 2020 recipient of the Princeton Prize in Race Relations from Connecticut. Mariam is an incredible advocate and community organizer with a passion for policy change and equity in education. I hope you'll tune in to our conversation where we discuss growing up Muslim in Ameria, the ups and downs of activism, and what the future in secondary education looks like!
Support this podcast and join the conversation! You can financially support the podcast through the donation link or support by rating us wherever you listen to podcasts...2020-08-1820 minThe HybridTell Me A Story: Episode 2/2In this episode, I'm sharing a recording of an interview that I did for the podcast, "Tell Me A Story" a few weeks ago. Hosted by Sara and Ljubica, two young leaders in Serbia, this podcast seeks to use the art of storytelling to inspire others and incite change. I am so honored and humbled to have been featured by them and I enjoyed our conversation so much. We discuss identity, stereotypes, and the role of the media in society today. This is only the second half of our conversation together, so be sure to check out my...2020-07-1423 minThe HybridTell Me a Story: Episode 1/2In this episode, I'm sharing a recording of an interview that I did for the podcast, "Tell Me A Story" a few weeks ago. Hosted by Sara and Ljubica, two young leaders in Serbia, this podcast seeks to use the art of storytelling to inspire others and incite change. I am so honored and humbled to have been featured by them and I enjoyed our conversation so much. We discuss identity, stereotypes, and the role of the media in society today. This is only the first half of our conversation together, so be sure to check out my...2020-07-1421 min
Tell Me A StorySalad Bowl That Will Change The WorldSara and Ljubica talk with the author of 'The Hybrid' podcast, Aisha Chebbi, on the topic of cultural diversity and the way we perceive the world around us through the lenses of what we've been taught as kids.2020-06-2942 minThe HybridA Conversation with Kyla Warman: Advocacy, her project "K.I.N.D.", and her plans for the futureIn this episode, I'm sharing a conversation with my friend Kyla Warman, a winner of the Princeton Prize in Race Relations 2020 from Kansas City. Kyla is an advocate committed to fighting for justice both in the short-term and the long-term. In this conversation, we discuss her major project "K.I.N.D" (Kearney Inclusion N' Diversity) and what inspired her to pursue her work in race relations. We also delve into her dreams and aspirations for the future at Howard University and how she plans to use her voice to fight for justice. Check it out!
2020-06-2331 minThe HybridInterFaith Youth Miami, Episode 4: Art and ReligionWelcome back to the Hybrid Podcast, everyone! We're back with IFYM for our first *zoom* podcast given the situation with COVID-19.
In this virtual meeting, we spent time talking about how our respective faiths help us cope with the situation with COVID-19 and how religion can be an outlet during this very difficult time. Another outlet we discussed was art and media and how these influences play a role in religion from our personal experiences. This episode is a little on the longer side, but we hope you all take part in our discussions from wherever you...2020-04-0537 minThe HybridThe Hybrid Podcast, Episode 6: Racism during the time of COVID-19In the time of a pandemic impacting everyone in the global community, racism against the Asian community has spiked. While not a virus, racism against Asians has been spreading like one. Manifesting in many fields ranging from the fashion industry to food services, this blatant xenophobia has proven especially harmful.
In this episode of The Hybrid Podcast, we explore America's history of attributing minorities to the cause of disease and how those same patterns are repeating themselves now.
If you want to learn more and read some stories of how this has affected real...2020-03-2010 minThe HybridInterFaith Youth Miami, Episode 3: Happy New Year!Welcome back to the Hybrid Podcast, everyone! We're back with IFYM for our first podcast after the new year.
In our first meeting of the year, we spend a little time discussing our respective new years' traditions and our personal resolutions for the new year. We also learn a little more about the Islamic and Jewish new years, which are very different from the traditional new year!
Note to listeners: This footage is raw for the most part and meant to highlight the candid nature of our conversations. A small warning, however, because it...2020-02-0523 minThe HybridInterFaith Youth Miami, Episode 2: From the history books to prayer nooksWelcome back to the Hybrid Podcast! We're back with another discussion with IFYM.
In this second half of our December meeting, we begin with a little history lesson into how religion has been a source for reforms and discussed conversion practices, and even brainstormed an idea for students to be able to pray at school!
Note: This footage is raw for the most part and meant to highlight the candid nature of our conversations. A small warning, however, because it tends to get loud at times + there is food involved so you may hear part...2020-01-2322 minThe HybridInterFaith Youth Miami, Episode 1: 'Tis the Season!Welcome back to the Hybrid Podcast! I am very excited to announce this next section of the podcast.
In this series, I will be recording segments of InterFaith Youth Miami's meetings. IFYM is an incredible group working to reduce barriers among young people in Miami and foster connection and understanding at a time when our country desperately needs it. Among other events we do around the city, we meet monthly and have really interesting discussions about religion, society, and growing up in the U.S. Follow us on Instagram at: ifymiami
In our...2019-12-1530 minThe HybridThe Hybrid Podcast, Episode 5: What You Didn't Learn In History ClassWhat does Thomas Jefferson have to do with dinners following 14 hour fasts?
Find the answer (and more!) in this episode of The Hybrid Podcast as we learn a little more about the early history of Muslims in the United States.
If you want to learn more about the early roots of American-Muslim history, see:
https://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/feature/islam-in-america/
https://aeon.co/essays/muslims-lived-in-america-before-protestantism-even-existed
http://pluralism.org/religions/islam/islam-in-america/the-first-american-muslims/
Join the conversation! Email me at: thehybridpodcast1@gmail.com or leave...2019-10-1009 minThe HybridThe Hybrid Podcast, Episode 4: The Uyghur Crisis in Xinjiang, ChinaWith the hashtag #CLOSETHECAMPS trending recently, I found it imperative to record an episode on the Uyghur Crisis occurring right now in northwest China. In this episode, we learn more about who the Uyghurs are, what is going on in their native region of Xinjiang, and most importantly, how we can help in this crisis.
For the past few years, the Uyghur Islamic minority of China has been the subject to a plethora of human rights abuses and systematic discrimination by the Chinese government. Through torture, extrajudicial killings, forced disappearances, and violations of religious beliefs and...2019-09-3012 minThe HybridThe Hybrid Podcast, Episode 3: TCKs- Citizens of the WorldIn this episode, we take a closer look into the life of the unique Third Culture Kid.
Who are TCKs? What makes up their three-part culture?
Prior to recent decades, TCKs were an exception in mainstream society, but as globalization advances exponentially and the world grows and grows, TCKs are becoming the norm in society. Their distinctive situation puts them in a position where they have, oftentimes, an expanded worldview and a higher cultural competence. However, there can be negative social implications to being a TCK too, especially with regards to exclusion...2019-09-1919 minThe HybridThe Hybrid Podcast, Episode 2: Melting Pot vs. Salad BowlIn this episode, we delve deeper into questions of American multiculturalism, specifically the conflicting "melting pot" and "salad bowl" cultural ideas. From the 1780s until now, the idea of what American culture is composed of has been highly debated and is ever changing. Join me as we explore these two ideas and their impact on American people and our nation as a whole.
What does it mean to fit into "American culture"?
How has our view of American society affected minorities and changed what it means to be a citizen of this country?
2019-09-1222 min
The HybridThe Hybrid, Episode 1: IntroductionHey all!
My name is Aisha Chebbi and welcome to the Hybrid Podcast!
This first episode is pretty short and meant to serve as an Introduction as to what this show is about and what I hope to accomplish throughout the later episodes. I hope you'll stick around as we delve into learning more about identity, culture, and how we can actively create a more inclusive and understanding world.
If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions for future episodes, email them to: thehybridpodcast1@gmail.com
- The Hybrid2019-09-0203 min