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Sounds Of The SidewalkSounds of Perseverance Think life's cracks only let the light in? We're flipping that idea on its head! This episode dives into a high-energy rethink of resilience, "brokenness," and what it truly means to let your own incredible light shine out. Inspired by Japanese Kintsugi and the sheer brilliance of our special guest Juan, we explore how challenges can actually reveal the pure gold already within you. Get ready to see those cracks in a whole new, dazzling light! Want to help lift the Voices of this choir? Please rate, review, follow and DOWNLOAD Sounds of the Sidewalk. (Downloading helps pr...2025-05-0844 min
Sounds Of The SidewalkThe Sounds of Lerron's MixIn this episode, we explore the concept of 'The Great Remix,' where life's experiences create a unique personal soundtrack. Lerron shares how he embraced his history and found his authentic voice through music. Here is a link to one of his mixes. https://www.house-mixes.com/profile/Elron-Yo/back-to-jack-loverboy-get-down-house-mix "Sounds of the Sidewalk" is a groundbreaking podcast brought to you by Voices of Our City, an arts nonprofit featuring the creativity and music of individuals who’ve experienced homelessness firsthand. Want to help lift the Voices of this choir? Please rate, review, follow and DOWNLOAD Sounds of th...2025-04-0245 min
That Panjabi Couple!Pindu Meets Shairi | Tania and Manpreet | That Panjabi Couple!Join us for our first podcast episode as a Panjabi couple living in America! We discuss our experiences growing up in different cultural backgrounds within the Panjabi community, exploring topics like:Cultural differences between City and Pindu communitiesLanguage and identityCommunity and and the Sikh FaithTune in for an honest and insightful conversation about our shared heritage and personal experiences. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes!2025-03-2133 min
Sounds Of The SidewalkSounds Of Grace In this episode of Sounds of The Sidewalk, we delve into the concept of grace and how it can be applied in our everyday lives. Join us as we interview Caramia, a talented member of our performance choir, who shares her insights and experiences. Discover practical ways to embrace grace and bring more compassion and understanding into your daily routine. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that will uplift and motivate you. "Sounds of the Sidewalk" is a groundbreaking podcast brought to you by Voices of Our City, an arts nonprofit featuring the creativity and music of i...2025-03-0536 min
Proven Not PerfectNavigating Boundaries and Mental Health: Insights with Dr. Shairi Turner for Personal Growth and Parenting in the Digital AgeSend us a textThe episode delves into the intricate subject of boundaries, emphasizing their role in fostering mental well-being and emotional freedom. By exploring personal experiences, generational impacts, and practical strategies, we guide listeners to understand and implement healthy boundaries in their lives. • Boundaries and their importance for mental health • The impact of upbringing and trauma on boundary-setting • Current youth mental health crisis and its connection to boundaries • Role of communication in parenting for boundary enforcement • Practical steps for defining and asserting personal boundaries_______________________________Shairi R. Turner MD, MPH, is an...2025-01-2553 min
Sounds Of The SidewalkSounds of RebirthNaylenie and Enrique are BACK in Season 2! This episode they introduce Dr. P, whose remarkable journey is a powerful story of REBIRTH. "Sounds of the Sidewalk" is a groundbreaking podcast brought to you by Voices of Our City, an arts nonprofit featuring the creativity and music of individuals who’ve experienced homelessness firsthand. Want to help lift the Voices of this choir? Please rate, review, follow and DOWNLOAD Sounds of the Sidewalk. (Downloading helps promote our member's voices!) Join us in-person every Monday @ 11am and sing along during our unique rehearsal open to the public! 2728 Sixt...2025-01-0159 min
Sounds Of The SidewalkSounds of the SidewalkIn Part 2 of Sounds of Resilience, we continue our delightful and dynamic conversation with Benjamin and Beckett! Is resilience more than merely surviving? In this episode, we explore POST-TRAUMATIC GROWTH as special guests share the hard-won WIDSOM they’ve cultivated in the face of great challenges. This conversation was so inspiring, we broke it into 2 episodes. (Feel free to check out Part 1 if you haven't yet!) "Sounds of the Sidewalk" is a groundbreaking podcast brought to you by Voices of Our City, an arts nonprofit featuring the creativity and music of individuals who’ve experienced homelessness firsthand....2024-12-0445 min
The Teen Life Coach254: You Are Not Alone: Reaching out for Support with Dr. Shairi TurnerSeptember is suicide prevention month and knowing when and how to get help can make a world of difference. This week on the podcast Dr. Shairi Turner, Chief Health Officer at Crisis Text Line, joins me to talk about getting help during a crisis, mental stigma, as well as tips on how to navigate bullying and doomscrolling. For help with teen anxiety check out
https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/2024-09-1037 min
Sounds Of The SidewalkSounds of HomeHave you ever wondered what it means to "feel at home?" In this inaugural episode of 'Sounds of the Sidewalk', we explore the definition of home with JoJo and Earth, two members of the AGT Golden Buzzer choir, Voices of Our City Choir (a choir that includes people impacted by homelessness). In this episode, we discover that we are, in fact, 'all just walkin' each other home' (Ram Dass). Thank you for supporting this podcast, Voices of our City, and the powerful voices found on our city's sidewalks. Want to help lift the Voices of this choir? Please rate, review and...2024-07-1735 min
Cyrus Webb's tracksDr. Shairi Turner, Chief Health Officer, Crisis Text Line discusses #aitechnology and #mentalhealthawareness ~ @lenovo #lenovoHost Cyrus Webb welcomes Dr. Shairi Turner, Chief Health Officer, Crisis Text Line to Conversations LIVE to discuss how technology and mental health come together using Lenovo.www.lenovowfh.com . Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cyrus-webb-s-tracks--1422267/support.2024-06-1505 min
Despite ImpossibleSeason 2 Episode 6: Dr. Shairi TurnerToday's guest is Dr. Shairi Turner - a mom, a holistic well-being advocate, and someone who is committed to addressing the mental health epidemic. She is also the Chief Health Officer at the Crisis Text Line: a 24/7, free high-quality text-based mental health support and crisis intervention line with a mission to be at the intersection of empathy and innovation, promoting mental well-being for people wherever they are. Shairi is also the co-host of Nike's acclaimed "No Offseason Podcast". This is Shairi's story.2024-02-0826 min
The MM+M PodcastHLTH 2023 Takeouts: Crisis Text Line’s Dr. Shairi TurnerJack O’Brien speaks with Dr. Shairi Turner, chief health officer of the Crisis Text Line about her organization’s suicide prevention efforts and work to promote mental health awareness. Follow us: @mmmnewsTo read more of the most timely, balanced and original reporting in medical marketing, subscribe here.
Check us out at: mmm-online.com Follow us: YouTube: @MMM-onlineTikTok: @MMMnewsInstagram: @MMMnewsonlineTwitter/X: @MMMnewsLinkedIn: MM+M To read more of the most timely...2023-12-0614 min
she persisted169. Dr. Shairi Turner on the Teen Mental Health Epidemic & How Crisis Text Line Can HelpToday's guest is Dr. Shairi Turner, the Chief Health Officer of Crisis Text Line-- a global nonprofit organization providing free and confidential text-based mental health support and crisis intervention. Dr. Turner is a Stanford Alum, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine graduate and Harvard-trained internist and pediatrician with a Master of Public Health from the Harvard School of Public Health. As Chief Health Officer, she leads the organization’s external policy, advocacy and partnership initiatives related to mental health. Dr. Turner truly understands the impact of trauma and has an extensive resume that includes over a decade of advo...2023-11-2529 min
Array Shairi Podcast"Take your artist self out on dates" Array Shairi Podcast Episode 14: KAHIOn our long awaited return of the Array Shairi Podcast, we feature Corinne Kahi.
A poet, rapper and music producer who joins us to share on how she manages being a multidisciplinary artist and some challenges and highlights that have come with being a performing artist.
We wrap up this energy filled episode with two of her poems:
-Unconnected Love Poems
-Abusive Art2022-12-1439 min
Array Shairi PodcastArray Shairi Podcast Episode 13: Muthoni Ni MimiMuthoni Ni Mimi is a multi talented Spokenword artist who had to reinvent herself in a lot of ways including changing her name and resulted in the amazing story that she shares about her journey practicing her art.
She shares one of the most powerful poems called "Dear Black Woman" demonstrating how she uses music and vocals to support her writing.
We hope you enjoy the interview as much as we did. Click on https://youtu.be/_iN1KVEcXfs for the full episode.
To order the Array Shairi T shirts DM us on Instagram and all social media platforms at...2022-06-2630 min
TRAINEDNo Off-Season LaunchesTrained's Jac Byrer introduces Nike's new podcast, a limited series called No Off-Season, and its hosts from Crisis Text Line, Dr. Shairi Turner and licensed social worker Natalia Dayan. Featuring in-depth, personal conversations about mental health with athletes like Karl-Anthony Towns, Laurie Hernandez, Raven Saunders, Tatyana McFadden and more, No Off-Season will run right here—Tuesdays on Trained's feed—for the next few months. In centering mental health, No Off-Season asserts that there is strength in asking for help, power in sharing our inner experiences, and healing in community. From dealing with loss to working through depression and anxiety to o...2022-05-1005 min
Array Shairi PodcastArray Shairi Podcast Episode 12: Nyash"Ukiwa maji watakuteka alafu wakutese" ~_nyassh_
We are back with your favorite poetry and Spokenword podcast with a special Easter episode!
We talk to Nyash on her experience performing Spokenword and poetry and the poetry scene in towns outside of Nairobi with some of our best poetry on the podcast at the end. To listen and watch the full episode click https://youtu.be/6vxsSg12vG0 or follow Array Records on Anchor.fm and Spotify.
Audio Producer: kiminaofficial
Editor: the_vel_poet
Poster: rowandi_creatives
Supported by Muringa studio2022-04-1730 min
Array Shairi PodcastArray Shairi Podcast Episode 11: Bint AishaAt the Array Shairi Podcast we get to discover some of the most interesting facts about the journey behind your favorite poet and Spokenword artist.
Meet @_bint_aisha66 a prolific Spokenword artist who has crafted her art into a book called Freedom and is also the author of the Born Imperfect blog. She shares about her inspirations, challenges and accomplishments with a reading of two pieces from her book;
°Despair
°Dear African Daughter
To get a copy of her book at Ksh. 1,000 contact Bint Aisha @_bint_aisha66 on Instagram. To pre order the Array Shairi t-shirt at Ksh. 1000 contact us on...2022-03-0119 min
Array Shairi PodcastArray Shairi Podcast Episode 10: 13elleOur favorite Spokenword and poetry podcast is back! 🎉🎊
To kickstart the New Year we hosted 13elle. A Spokenword and poetry artist whose experience provides inspiration for 2022!
We end the interview with a performance of 13elle's poetry featuring two of her pieces:
i. Love
ii. Fear
To interact with more of her works follow 13elle on Instagram at
https://instagram.com/_13elle?utm_medium=copy_link
Video Editor: The Vel Media
Audio Producer: Kimina Muindi
Special thanks to Kamushez for audio set up and support.
For more news on our upcoming events and products follow us on all Socials at Array Record...2022-02-0321 min
Array Shairi PodcastArray Shairi Podcast Episode 9 (Part 2): Breathren; The Journey Of Five DaysOn Part 2 of this Special Feature we go through the last few days of Breathren's five day journey walking from Nairobi to Naivasha including how he survived a storm.
Listen in and get inspired to connecting with nature and your Inner Self. Subscribe to Array Records on Youtube for video of the Interview.
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Audio Producer: Kamushez
Video Editor: The Vel Media
Supported by Muringa Studio #hiking #meditation #backpacking2021-11-0328 min
Array Shairi PodcastArray Shairi Podcast Episode 9 (Part 1): Breathren; The Journey Of Five DaysHave you ever thought about walking from Nairobi to Naivasha? Sleeping where nature provides and being one with the road?
Well it's been done.
Meet Breathren, a DJ, now a certified Backpacker and a farmer whose love for farming took him on a 5 day journey from Nairobi to Naivasha walking the entire way.
On this two part episode of this Special Feature we get a glimpse of his experience and how it transformed his life.
Subscribe to Array Records on Youtube for video of the Interview.
Subscribe to our channel for part 2 of this incredible journey.
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...2021-11-0328 min
Array Shairi Podcast"Rûru rwa mbûri" (A herd of goats) by Timo GKThe Kikuyu tribe is one of Kenya's 42 tribes. This Spokenword Piece by Timo GK a Poetry Grand Slam Africa Champion is an appreciation of the language. Enjoy.
Written by: Timo GK
Audio producer: Your Boy Oblach
Video Editor: The Vel Media
Supported by: Muringa Studios
#spokenword #poetry2021-08-0501 min
Array Shairi PodcastArray Shairi Podcast Episode 8: Wangui KimaniIt's sensual Thursday over here at the Array Shairi Podcast with Wangui Kimani as she takes us out of our shells and into new comfort zones using poetry.
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Audio Editor: Your Boy Oblach
Video Editor: The Vel Media
Supported by Muringa Studio.
#spokenword #poetry2021-07-2216 min
Array Shairi PodcastArray Shairi Podcast Episode 7: Rebian ArtisA lot of times injustice is about power as we discuss on this week's episode with Rebian Artis as she reminds us the power behind words.
Get to listen to some beautiful deep poetry by this talented Spokenword artist who is also an amazing soul of a human being.
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Audio Editor: Your Boy Oblach
Video Editor: The Vel Media
Supported by Purple Kanga
#spokenword #poetry2021-07-0522 min
Array Shairi PodcastArray Shairi Podcast Episode 6: PoetaCofounder of Arteast Hub and DyverseCity Festivals, Host of Unedited Voices and a multitalented Spokenword artist who once worked in a VCT center, ladies and gentlemen we give you @poeta_dennis
We have an insightful conversation with @poeta_dennis on everything you probably didn't know about his artistic and life journey. We finish off with an electrifying Luo poem that will have you dancing to Poetry 🕺💃
Special appreciation to @bonifacemwangi for supporting the youth.
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A...2021-06-2927 min
Array Shairi PodcastArray Shairi Podcast Episode 5: Timo GKTwo things that go together: Chelsea and the Championship 🏆
Shada na Paranoia 😂
We have a Champions conversation on this week's episode of the Array Shairi Podcast with Timo GK the current Grand Slam Poetry Africa Champion. His journey towards being a Champion is a tale of courage and perseverance.
Producer: @yourboyoblach
Editor: @thevel.media
Supported by @purplekanga
For more on Array Records click linktr.ee/arrayrecords #poetry2021-06-1021 min
Array Shairi PodcastArray Shairi Podcast Episode 4: Fred The PoetJust like clock work, we are back 🥳
On this episode of the Array Shairi Podcast we talk to @fred_the_poet on the sources of his inspiration for poetry and art with a deep performance that will leave you wanting more.
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for much more
Producer: @yourboyoblach
Editor: @thevel.media #spokenword #poetry2021-05-2422 min
Array Shairi PodcastArray Shairi Soundscapes: Raff MshairiA performance on the Array Shairi Podcast by Raff Mshairi.2021-05-1710 min
Array Shairi PodcastArray Shairi Podcast Episode 3: Raff MshairiWe're back with yet another episode of the Array Shairi Podcast.
Meet @raff_mshairi and enjoy a nostalgic performance with lines on some of Kenya's popular local TV shows from way back when. 🚀
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Producer: @yourboyoblach
Editor: @thevel.media
#poetry2021-05-1710 min
Array Shairi PodcastArray Shairi Podcast Episode 2: Muthumbi Brothers - Frankhie Jay and ThumbsmusicMore people should watch anime :) the Muthumbi Brothers tell us why and much more.
Host: Jay Jay
Producer: @YourboyOblach
Editor: @TheVelMedia
Supported by: @KraalAfrica
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https://www.instagram.com/afrorenaissance/?hl=en2021-05-0318 min
Array Shairi PodcastArray Shairi Podcast Episode 2: Macho ya Luka"Mum, niko poa, ni usanii tu" On today's episode of Array Shairi Podcast, Luka unwraps his creative process for us and it's a gift that keeps giving. Guest: @Macho.Ya.Luka Host: Jay Jay Producer: @YourboyOblach Editor: @TheVelMedia Supported by: @KraalAfrica FOLLOW US: FOLLOW US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arrayrecords/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Array-Records-103097681336423Twitter: https://twitter.com/RecordsArraySoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/array-records-59270360 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hJPWTbcDWNyghOOCQM7Pa?si=GS2ZnY_2TxKP-vQa4W29IwTo get the book DM @afrorenaissance https://www.instagram.com/afrorenaissance/?hl=en2021-04-2013 min
Array Shairi PodcastArray Shairi Podcast Episode 1: Saniamu NgeywaWe take a peak into Saniamu Ngeywa's creative process and with a magical ending. 🥳☄️
Host:Jay Jay
Producer: Your Boy Oblach
Editor: The Vel
Media Supported by Kraal Experience
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Array Shairi PodcastArray Shairi Soundscapes: "Niko Poa” (International Women's Month Poems) by LukaA series of poems to celebrate women's month.2021-03-1603 min
AcaDamesS505: Dr. AlfieeIn this episode, Sarah interviews Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble, psychologist, author, researcher, and host of the podcast, “Couched in Color with Dr. Alfiee.” They discuss how and why Dr. Alfiee turned her academic research lab into a successful 501(c)(3) nonprofit, AAKOMA (African American Knowledge Optimized for Mindfully Healthy Adolescents), centered around improving mental health for BIPOC communities and youth.
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Related readings and links:
Dr. Alfiee’s Bio
Dr. Alfiee’s Website
AAKOMA Project: https://aakomaproject.org/
Couched in Color with Dr. Alfiee (Dr. Alfiee’s Podcast)
Social Media:
@dralfiee and @AAKOMAproject – on Twitter, IG and Facebook
@co...2021-03-1159 min
JOS PodcastJOS Podcast S1 Episode 8 - Getting Technical with TechThis week's podcast is hosted by Saif along with speakers Hassan and Tahmid, as well as 2 new guests: Shairi and Rushabh! We delve into the world of the tech industry; with topics like software, workplaces, as well as how to get into your area of choosing, we talk about our personal experiences as well as the impact the tech industry had on us.Hey! If YOU are a youth with a story to share, feel free to DM us! We're taking messages, audio clips, etc. from any youth who want to contribute to our podcasts, so...2021-02-2740 min
Array Shairi PodcastArray Shairi Soundscapes: "The Letter” by Vel The PoetA series of spoken word poetry.2021-02-0902 min
Wanyama Onesmus's podcastEpisode 15 - Wanyama Onesmus's podcastShairi2020-11-1102 min
Professional Chronicles with Patricia KathleenInterview with Shairi Engle: Award Winning Playwright & Freelance writerInterview with Shairi Engle: Award-winning Playwright & Freelance writer. Shairi won the 2019 Bridge Award with her play: TAMPONS, DEAD DOGS, AND OTHER DISPOSABLE THINGS. (http://shairiengle.com/)
This podcast series is hosted by Patricia Kathleen and Wilde Agency Media. The series interviews women (& women-identified & non-binary) entrepreneurs, founders, and gurus across all industries to investigate those voices in business today. Both the platform and discussion are designed to further the global conversation in regards to the changing climate in entrepreneurial and founding roles.2019-11-1300 min
LA Theatre Bites - PodcastHollywood Fringe 2018: Shattered Glass @ The Complex Theatre in Hollywood – Review6.2 out of 10 - Okay, but it needs work. www.latheatrebites.com
SHATTERED GLASS is a multi-media stage play chronicling the story of a woman named Shairi who disentangles herself from a toxic relationship in order to rediscover, in her words, “the smile of that girl in those pictures they say is me.” Shairi embodies the messages of our time – #timesup, #metoo, #timeisnow, #nomore. Demonstrating the healing power of the arts through spoken word, dramatization, live music, and visual art, SHATTERED GLASS takes its participants on a journey of transcendence, capturing the resilience of the human spirit. With an MC that connec...2018-06-1301 min