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Nomad PodcastHalima Gosai Hussain & Giles Goddard - Two Faith Traditions, One Journey Toward Love and Justice (N351)Halima Gosai Hussein is the former chair of the Inclusive Mosque Initiative. Giles Goddard is an Anglican priest and author of Generous Faith. On paper, their backgrounds could hardly be more different. But their paths converged through a shared commitment to inclusion — Giles in the work of building an open and affirming church, Halima through her leadership with the Inclusive Mosque Initiative. In this conversation, they reflect on the faith they inherited, the shifts and struggles that reshaped it, and what it means to remain rooted while reimagining what faith can be. They speak with honesty about bel...
2025-08-221h 23
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Sisters DialogueA safer space with allyship for Muslim women and girls. Sister's Dialogue opens its doors creating a environment of creativity, mental health, community, representation and healing. IG: sister.dialogue ; website: HOME
2025-06-3021 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Fourteen SessionsSelf-love through therapy, two chairs and one short story. In this episode I am celebrating the one-year anniversary of the release of Two Times Removed Volume III with this narration of my featured short story, "Fourteen Sessions". Two Times Removed Volume III: https://a.co/d/0slWAsPIG: halima_huss ; @whatsyourhustlepodcastTop 5 Songs:1) Bigger - Beyonce2) Miss Independent - Ne-yo3) Anxiety - Docheii4) Love - Kendrick Lamar, Zacari5) Little Girl Gone - Chinchilla
2025-05-2615 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Shop BantuKev and Liz of Shop Bantu are creating unique pieces, honoring heritage, building their own structure of a greater table and taking care of their own mental health in the quiet of healing. IG: @shop.bantu ; website: shopbantu.com ; Tik Tok: @shopbantu Songs and artists mentioned in this episode: Truc en plus - Jeady JaySis - Titilope Sonuga Sanctuary - Titilope SonugaPeter GregsonAll Up In Your Mind - BeyonceSweet Honey Buckin - BeyonceRun It Up...
2025-04-2836 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Feed The SoulFood, culture and a history lesson. With guest Rochelle Ignacio, we have a chat about the initiative "Feed The Soul". What started out as a platform that highlights Black and Caribbean restaurants has grown into a fusion of flavors and community. IG: @feedthesoulyeg; @roamwithrochelle Website: feedthesoulyeg.caRochelle's Top Songs: 1) Feel A Way - KAYTRANADA, Don Toliver 2) Places To Be - Fred again...Anderson.Paak, CHIKA3) Love $ick - Mura Masa, A$AP Rocky4) Grateful - Kabaka Pyramid, Jemere Morgan5) Joy, Joy...
2025-03-3138 min
Generous FaithS1 Ep1: Let’s Talk About Generous FaithGenerous FaithEpisode 1: Let’s Talk About Generous FaithGuests: Reverend Giles Goddard and Halima Gosai Hussein Generous Faith is a series hosted by Reverend Georgia Ashwell, a podcast that celebrates the curious and the questioning. In these challenging times we’re thinking about how to live a good life – a life which embraces questions and explores a generous way to understand faith, life and the world. Join Georgia and featured guests each month to seek those spaces found between the binaries, spaces where beauty and mystery often dwell. This podcast is prod...
2025-03-2146 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: The StorytellerCulture, love of books, vulnerability and stepping outside of the box. In this episode I have a chat with Toronto editor, author and blogger Tiara Jade Chutkhan. Tiara and I talk about the inspiration behind the series Two Times Removed and maintaining culture while forging our own paths. IG: @bookwormbabee @browngyaldiaryTwo Times Removed Series: Volume I: https://a.co/d/bYgy4clVolume II: https://a.co/d/0o8p4vRVolume III: https://a.co/d/dS9AthDTiara's Top 5 Songs: 1...
2025-02-2449 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Our Creative CravingsSaudi Arabia's first female music producer, DJ Viva sits down with me to talk about western music's impact in the middle-east, taking the leap into music and creating your own path.
IG:
DJ Viva (@djvivaofficial) • Instagram photos and videos
X: djvivaofficial
Soundcloud:
Stream DJViva music | Listen to songs, albums, playlists for free on SoundCloud
Spotify:
DJ Viva Songs, Albums, Bio & More | Spotify
Cosmopolitan Middle East Article:
Who runs the world? (Ans. DJ Viva) | Cosmopolitan Middle East
DJ Viva's songs:
One Way or Another - Giorgio Moroder, Raney Shockne and Chole Chaidez...
2025-01-2744 min
Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!S5E11: FROM BEING A LAW GRADUATE TO STARTING A INFLUENCER AGENCY | HALIMA HUSSEINIn this episode, we sit down with Halima Hussein, the dynamic Founder & Managing Director of Marketing In Colour, the first influencer agency dedicated to amplifying Black-owned brands. With a remarkable career spanning some of the world's biggest agencies like Ogilvy, Buttermilk, and Billion Dollar Boy, Halima has collaborated with global brands including Samsung, L’Oréal, Lipton Tea, Heineken, Amazon, Virgin Games, and more.
Beyond her professional achievements, Halima holds a Law degree from Brunel University and a Master’s in Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Management from Imperial College Business School, where she graduated with Dean’s List Honors.
Join us as H...
2025-01-2149 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: 2024 GemsIn this episode Cheryl-Ann Ramdin and I reflect on being 35 and share our top 5 things we would tell our younger selves.
Everything from, confidence, values, family and growing in trying new things.
Our Songs:
1) Motownphilly - Boyz II Men
2) Rhythm Of The Night - Corona
3) Lady, Hear Me Tonight - Modjo
4) Points of Authority - Linkin Park
5) Try Again - Aaliyah
6) Thriller - Michael Jackson
7) Somebody's Watching Me - Rockwell
8) Nuit de mes reves - Scratch...
2024-12-301h 34
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Ethnicity ArtistryIn this episode I sit down with Shahada of Ethnicity Artistry. We talk about her foundation as a Muslim woman and breaking cultural stigmas and redefining beauty standards through her art. IG: @Ethnictyartistry https://hennaethnicity.wixsite.com/ethnicityhennayeg
2024-11-2537 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: When African Women TalkIn this episode I am joined by the founder of When African Women Talk, Rehana Malik-Mbanga.
Rehana and I talk about creating a community of sisterhood, collaboration and uplifting women in phenomenal ways.
www.whenafricanwomentalk.com
IG: @whenafricanwomentalk
FB: When African Women Talk
2024-10-2833 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle Special: You BelongIn this special episode I sit down with Audrey Powell as we have a conversation about her Indigenous roots. We talk about her connection to residential schools, reconciling her own family history and belonging in every space you walk into.
#indigenouslivesmatter #everychildmatters #nationaldayfortruthandreconcilation
2024-09-301h 06
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Conversations and Relationships with Lillah PenddahIn this episode I am joined by Podcast Host, Founder and CEO, Lillah Penddah. Lillah and I talk about the creation of Afrofacts, speaking in DEI spaces and setting the standard and ground work for having important and difficult conversations.
Contact Lillah:
IG: Afrofact_edu LinkedIn: Lillah Penddah | LinkedIn
Website:AFROFACTS.ca
Afrofacts Podcast:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0J9wGdtLIG55XhCoXaw4sI?si=d1EiLY4WTxO-jBUqNQnvXg
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-conversation-is-the-relationship/id1732832191
Lillah's Top 5 Songs:
1) Fantasy - Earth, Wind and Fire
2) The Feels - Labrinth
3) I'm A...
2024-07-2938 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: 5 Artists 1 LoveIn this episode I sit down with Darren Jordan, the curator and producer of Edmonton's 5 Artists 1 Love. This exhibit is predominately held at the Art Gallery of Alberta during Black History Month.
Darren and I chat creating a space that showcases black excellence, reclaiming power through art and its cultural impact and growth over the last 18 years.
Find 5 Artists 1 Love: Website:
Black History Month Events | 5 Artists 1 Love | Edmonton
IG: @5artists1love
Email: 5artists1love@gmail.com
Darren's Top 5 Songs:
1) Joy (Unspeakable) - Voices of Fire, Pharrell Williams
2) One Love - Bob Marley
3) You Look Good to Me - Oscar Peterson
4...
2024-06-2433 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: MelafriqueIn this episode, I am joined by Ary, Enoch, Dom, Riwo, Leshan and Nathan from Melafrique. We talk about their journey of becoming a band, finding nourishment through music and sitting at a table that represents diversity.
Website:
Melafrique Band
IG:
Melafrique (@melafrique_) • Instagram photos and videos
Facebook:
Melafrique | Facebook X: Profile / X
Tik Tok:
melafrique.band (@melafriqueofficial) | TikTok
Find Melafrique -
Spotify: Melafrique | Spotify
YouTube:
www.youtube.com/@melafriqueofficial
Find Riwo:
IG:
@riwoegor
Spotify:
Riwo | Spotify
YouTube:
Riwo - Topic - YouTube
Songs:
1) Stronger - Melafrique
2) Not Alone - Melafrique
3) So Much More - Xavier Omar
4) Nurse - C-Sharp
5) Sp...
2024-05-2739 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Tea GIn this episode I sit down with Edmonton's own signer/songwriter, Tea G. Tea and I chat about her journey to music, her inspirations, not conforming to musical genre's and healing through music.
Tea's New Single: What's it Gonna Be: https://open.spotify.com/album/1LB69NsfjDVuaZFUvTVpGC?si=3B2Y1HbORFe05RJTyeJR1A
Socials: IG @teagtunes FB: Tea G.
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@teagtunes
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/28JWjORI1ol2NtlMEDCYXg
Tea's Top 5 Songs:
1) Bye - Ariana Grande
2) The Boy is Mine - Ariana Grande
3) We Can't Be Friends ( Wait for your love) - Ariana Grande
4) Greedy...
2024-04-2931 min
The Conversation Is The RelationshipWhat's Your Hustle? - Halima HusseinThis week on the podcast I am speaking with fellow podcaster Halima Hussein. We are talking about all the things, from her experiences as a Indo-Guyanese Muslim woman in Alberta, the culture, Ramadan, and being a space creator as the host of the What's Your Hustle Podcast. She shares with us the impact that stepping into her passion, talking to people about what drives them to be their best selves and bring about a positive change while finding points of healing, has had on her life.
2024-04-101h 11
The Conversation Is The RelationshipWhat's Your Hustle? - Halima HusseinThis week on the podcast I am speaking with fellow podcaster Halima Hussein. We are talking about all the things, from her experiences as a Indo-Guyanese Muslim woman in Alberta, the culture, Ramadan, and being a space creator as the host of the What's Your Hustle Podcast. She shares with us the impact that stepping into her passion, talking to people about what drives them to be their best selves and bring about a positive change while finding points of healing, has had on her life.
2024-04-101h 11
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Relationships With Ramadan - Special EpisodeIn this special episode I am joined by various women in my life as we chat about their Ramadan journey's and how observing the holiday has changed for them over the years.
2024-03-2520 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Navigating Your PathIn this episode, I sit down with Lakeziah Bey of Manestay Studio as we take the conversation from her salon chair to the podcast world. We chat up being born Canadians to Caribbean parents and learning to navigate our paths in an environment where not a lot of people looked like us. We talk about everything, from traditions to mental health and finding our worth along the way.
IG: @manestay.studio
Lakeziah's Top 5 song:
1) Reclaim - Malka Russel
2) Souls Rebel - Ammoye
3) Masterpiece - Iman Europe
4) Better...
2024-02-2647 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Finding Your InspirationIn this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Ally Stone, the founder of Inspired Leader. Our conversation delved into Ally's remarkable journey towards becoming an inspired leader herself and her mission to empower women in discovering their passions while emphasizing the importance of aligning those passions with their core values.
IG: @allystone__ @theinspiredleader__
https://theinspiredleader.com/
Ally's top 5 Songs:
1) Hooked on a Feeling - Blue Swede, Bjorn Skifs
2) Halo - Beyonce
3) The Best- Tina Turner
4) Jump - Pointer Sisters
2024-01-2936 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Cheers to 2023Get to know your host and creator of What's Your Hustle a little better. In this episode Sydney Coombs takes her turn to ask me some questions. We talk about the podcast, love and would who I want to be best friends with out of Beyoncé and Rihanna.
IG: @whatsyourhustlepodcast
Halima's top 5 Song:
1) Hide and Seek - Stormzy
2) Sprinter - Central Cee and Dave
3) LLC - Nicki Minaj
4) All Up In Your Mind - Beyoncé
5) Banye - Akwaeke
2023-12-2052 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: An Artists LifeIn this episode I sit down with Natalie Meyer, an Edmonton Artist and advocate for celebrating the strength of women.
Natalie and I talk about about her journey of becoming and artist and never giving up on your dreams; no matter the obstacle.
Be sure to check out The Untouchable's Crew https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_sQjWx-GEQ&ab_channel=NatalieMeyer%40IndahbyNatalie
Natalie's IG: @indahbynatalie
Natalie's Top 5 Songs
1) On Me - Arlo Maverick
2) Pump Pump...
2023-11-2758 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Alia's Got JokesIn this episode I have a chat with comedian, Alia Rauf. Alia share's her journey of becoming a comedian and having the confidence in herself to take the leap of creating her own authentic path.
Alia's contact: IG @aliasgotjokes
Alia's Top 5 Songs:
1) Simple Song - The Shins
2) Jersey Giant - Elle King
3) The Scientist - Coldplay
4) Dial Drunk - Noah Kahan
5) Pretty Girls - Prozzak
2023-10-3050 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: The Black Teachers Association of AlbertaIn this episode, I have a chat with one of the founders of The Black Teachers Association of Alberta. Andrew Gersham Parker and I discuss the start of a foundation that emphasizes representation, community and collaboration.
The BTA strives for the best for their educators and students to ensure they are seen and heard in an ever changing society.
Find the Black Teachers Association of Alberta on IG @black_teachers_association_ @andrewparkeragp @sarahaa @matthewtjsauer
Andrew's Top 5 Songs:
1) Lift Every Voice and Sing
2) I Wonder If Heaven Got a Ghetto - 2Pac
3) Something Just Like This - The Chainsmokers, Coldplay
4) Liberation...
2023-09-2540 min
Africa Science FocusAntiretrovirals in chicken feedIn this first episode of the ‘Science Explained’ series by Africa Science Focus, we dive into a study by Makerere University that uncovered traces of the antiretroviral (ARV) drug Efavirenz, used for HIV/AIDS treatment, in chicken feed in Uganda. Our reporter, Halima Athumani, also spoke with lead researcher, Hussein Oria, who let us know the gravity of using unapproved drugs in animal feed. We also investigate the motivations of poultry farmers, how they source ARVs, and shed light on the troubling implications. ------------------------------------------------Do you have any comments, questions or feedback about our po...
2023-09-1330 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Carnival SpiceIn this episode I sit down with Carnival Spice founder and 2022 Afropolitan Women In Diversity Influencer Award recipient, Shakera. We talk about the gamble she took on herself to start this Toronto based Carribean dance fitness company, and believing in yourself to know you are enough and welcome any challenge that comes your way.
Follow Shakera and Carnival Spice on IG @simplyshakera and @carnivalspice. Blog: https://www.simplyshakera.com/ Webiste: https://www.carnivalspice.com/
Shakera's Top 5 Songs:
1) I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me) - Whitney...
2023-06-2637 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: El Mero MeroIn this episode, I sit down with Arturo Ramirez, the founder of El Mero Mero. We chat about the inspiration of food and culture that has fed into El Mero Mero's values, the importance of community and giving back; and the authenticity of flavor that keeps customer's loyal. #yeg #food #culture
IG: @elmeromerotacotruck. Website: elmeromerotacotruck.com
Arturo's Top Genre's
Merengue
Salsa
2023-05-2933 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle Presents: The Songs We Sing In The Shower - Motown EditionIn this episode, Kelsey Steil and I run it back to an era that feeds into the legacy of families. The songs we sing in the shower are brought to us by Motown, a legacy onto its own. These songs remind us our childhoods, that music spans generations and continues to inspire.
Songs from this episode:
1) Please Mr. Postman - The Marvelettes
2) Too Many Fish In The Sea - The Marvelettes
3) Reet Petite - Jackie Wilson
4) My Guy - Mary Wells
5) My Girl...
2023-04-2429 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle Presents: The Songs We Sing In The Shower - BaddiesWe are changing things up, we a series of the songs we sing in the shower. I am joined by guest, Sydney Coombs as we run down our list of the songs we sing in our own shower concerts that remind us that we are baddies. These are song that empower us and make us feel like we can take on the world no matter what comes our way.
Be sure to add these songs to your spotify list.
Halima's Songs:
1) 2 - H.E.R.
2) Bitch Better Have My Money...
2023-03-2741 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Humble AFIn this episode guest, Samantha and I talk about starting a business out of the need to take care of her mental health, and to keep going during the start of a pandemic.
We talk about taking the time out to focus on aligning mind, body and spirit in order to show up as your best self; and embracing your authentic self in an unapologetic way.
Find Humble Ass Candles on IG @humbleasscandles
Sam's Top 5 Songs:
1) Hips - Tenancies
2) Jaquadi - Polo & Pan
3) Dorothy - Polo & Pan
4) Family Ties - B...
2023-02-2736 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle Replay: What We're Fighting ForStarting with a minute of a moment silence.
(1:30 mark) In our first season finale, I had a chat with Cheryl-Ann Ramdin and Audrey Powell about the importance of fighting for Black and Indigenous lives. In this necessary and passionate conversation we discuss past and recent events of racial inequality and injustice within our own lives, our country, the injustice faced by our neighbor The United State of America and the hunger and drive for change in our world for future generations.
- To bring about change, you must not be afraid to take the f...
2023-01-301h 32
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: The Things We've Learned Part TwoIn part-two of this episode, Larissa and I completed our run down of twenty-two things we've learned in 2022. We finish the episode talking about our values, perception and healthy habits that we fall in love with.
Follow us on IG @whatsyourhustlepodcast
Larissa's Top 5 Songs:
1) You're On Your Own Kid - Taylor Swift
2) Intimidated - KAYTRANADA, H.E.R.
3) Till Now - BANKS
4) Right On Time - Brandi Carlile
5) Massive - Drake
Halima's Top 5 Songs:
1) Coming Back For You - Fireboy DML
2) Energy - Beyonce, Be...
2022-12-291h 25
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: The Things We've Learned Part OneIn this part-one episode, Larissa and I take turns to run down twenty-two things we've learned in 2022. We talk about finding self-love, stepping into the essence of who we are, and taking the time to understand how we learn and grow.
Be sure to follow us on IG @whatsyourhustlepodcast
We will be back with part-two on December 29, 2022.
1) You're On Your Own Kid - Taylor Swift
2) Intimidated - KAYTRANADA, H.E.R.
3) Till Now - BANKS
4) Right On Time - Brandi Carlile
5) Massive - Drake
Halima's Top 5...
2022-12-261h 23
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: MK CurvyIn this episode I sit down with Nwamaka Agbakoba the founder and designer behind MK Curvy. Starting MK Curvy in 2016, Nwamaka and I talk about the importance of building community, giving back to your roots and breaking the mold. Nwamaka is building her own seat a table filled with self-love, healing and finding the moments of happiness that feeds into her mental health.
Website: www.mkcurvy.com IG: @mkcurvy ; FB: https://www.facebook.com/MKCurvy
Nwamaka's Top 5 Songs/Artists:
1) Lift Me Up - Rihanna
2) For My Hand - Burna Boy and Ed She...
2022-11-281h 04
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Afflatus HijabThis episode features Wedad Amiri the founder of Afflatus Hijab. We talk about turning your dreams into reality, betting on yourself, trying everything and not being afraid to fail.
Shop and find out more about Afflatus Hijab and their campaigns named after phenomenal women and to destigmatize mental health on IG @afflatushijab and www.afflatushijab.com.
Be sure to vote for Afflatus Hijab in the 19th Annual Cashmere Collection at www.cashmerevotecouture.com
Wedad's Genre of Choice
Old School R'n'B
2022-10-3131 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: The Financial Fix-UpIn this episode we welcome Rochelle Christopher, your financial guru. Just in time for planning your next vacation and going back to school, we talk about setting budgets, goals and developing patterns to develop better spending habits. We chat about the toll finances take on our mental health and to be honest and kind to ourselves along with process.
Where to find Rochelle: IG @thefinancialfixup or https://thefinancialfixup.com/
Rochelle's Top Music Genre's
1) Gospel
2) Classical
3) Conscience Reggae
4) RnB
5) Hip-Hop
2022-09-2641 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Self-Care and YouIn this episode I sit down with Heather Scott, the author of the parenting and self-care book, "Gentle with You". We talk about the necessity of taking time out from our daily busy lives to take our oneself; making sure we show up for ourselves before we can show up from others. We talk self-love and creating little moments in our day when we show up for self-care.
Where to find Heather's book "Gentle with You"
Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Gentle-You-Heather-Scott-ebook/dp/B09K45ML1T/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2TNIANC0BWO69&keywords=gentle+with+you&q...
2022-05-3041 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Cariwest FestivalIn this episode I have a conversation with Samantha Alexander, President of Cariwest Caribbean Arts Festival. We talk its thirty-eight year journey and the growth it has seen throughout its ever growing story. We celebrate the impact that this foundation and weekend in August has made, its welcoming Caribbean spirit and the drive to always make it fun and for the community. Check out Cariwest Weekend August 5th - 7th in Edmonton.
Where to find Cariwest: Website: https://www.cariwest.ca/ ; IG: @cariwestyeg ; FB: https://www.facebook.com/CariwestFestival
Samantha's Top Song:
Savannah Gr...
2022-04-2528 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Christ CitizenIn this episode I have a conversation with Hollee, the creator behind Christ Citizen. We talk about how her faith led her to the path of being a designer and owner of a clothing brand, the importance of never giving up and trusting yourself and the process.
Where to find limited edition pieces of clothing in store in Alberta: 39 Thomas Street St. Albert, Alberta.
IG: @christcitizen; Website: www.christcitizen.ca
Hollee's Top 5 Songs:
1) Show Me Your Glory - Brandon Lake feat. Leland
2) YESHUA/Our God Reigns - Let Us Worship, Meredith Ma...
2022-03-2835 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: BOM YEGTo celebrate Black History Month I have a chat with Rochelle of BOM YEG. We talk about the nerves, excitement and uncertainty of building a foundation that supports black owners and artists in Edmonton. Rochelle, and the BOM YEG team believe in supporting community, learning and growing along the way.
IG: @bom.yeg and @bomyeg.official; Website: www.bomyeg.ca
Rochelle's Top 6 Songs:
1) Daddy Lessons - Beyonce
2) Good News - Mac Miller
3) Figures - Jessie Reyez
4) Tadow - Masego, FKJ
5) Navajo - Masego
6) Ba Na Na - Th...
2022-02-2840 min
Truthfully, RuthS1 EP1: All things entrepreneurship with madam CEO herself | Halima HusseinThis week on Truthfully, Ruth I interview one of Kenya’s youngest beauty moguls about her company HH Glam. She shared key insights about what led her to enter such a niche market and some secrets on how to overcome the challenges entrepreneurship throws your way.
Sit back and enjoy!
2022-02-1129 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: RH CreatesTo open 2022 I had a chat with Rafee'a Hydarali, the artist and founder behind RHCreates; a personalized gift shop based in Toronto, ON. We talk about her process of creation from key chains, cake toppers, to customized acrylic signs. We also get into how starting this hustle has helped her grow as a person and find her self-love.
Contact: IG @rhcreates_
Rafee'a's Top 5 Movies:
1) Gone With The Wind
2) The Sound of Music
3) Steel Magnolias
4) Fried Green Tomatoes
5) Maid in Manhattan
2022-01-3130 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle Special: The Chosen OneIn this special episode I have a chat with guests Cheryl-Ann and Jasmine as we take a walk down memory lane and trip back to Sunnydale as we revisit the tv series, Buffy The Vampire Slayer. We talk about the show that has empowered a generation, has set the blueprint for any supernatural series and the fun it has provided along the way.
Songs mentioned in this episode:
1) I Love Myself Today - Bif Naked
2) Rest in Peace - James Marsters (Once More With Feeling OST)
3) Prayer of St. Francis - Sarah M...
2021-12-271h 20
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: The Grapefruit CreativeIn this episode I have a conversation with Jillian Christian of The Grapefruit Creative an Edmonton owned craft and mural business. We talk about starting a business that allows her to express herself creatively, being and inspiration and finding inspiration to her family and finding confidence.
Where to find Jillian: IG: @thegrapefruitcretive; FB: @thegrapefruitcreative; email: hello@thegrapefruitcreative.com
Jillian's Top 5 Songs:
1) Jungle - Tash Sultana
2) Wheat Kings - The Tragically Hip
3) The Chain - Fleetwood Mac
4) Walkin' After Midnight - Patsy Cline
5) Fantasy - Mariah Carey
2021-11-2928 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: A Woman A Day YEGIn this episode I sit down with producer and advocate for women, Katie Stanners. We have a chat about the Woman A Day YEG Initiative that highlights inspiring women, always striving for growth, building a network and reminding all of us that we are a shining light.
How to nominate your own Woman A Day Yeg - IG: @katiestanners
Katie's Top 5 Song:
1) Bad Habits - Ed Sheeran
2) Like I Can - Sam Smith
3) A-O-K - Tai Verdes
4) Can't Help Falling In Love - Elvis Presley
5) Rumor - Lee Brice
2021-10-2526 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Juicy K CosmeticsIn this season three premier I have a chat with Kemi of Edmonton owned, Juicy K Cosmetics. We talk about her taking the gamble of starting a lip gloss company that is quickly growing into a glamorous cosmetic line and the importance of consistency, confidence and hustle.
Website: https://juicykcosmetics.ca/
Tik Tok: @juicykcosmetics; IG: @juicyk.co
Kemi's Top 5 Songs
1) Just Like Magic - Ariana Grande
2) God's Plan - Drake
3) Bank On It - Burna Boy
4) Ye - Burna Boy
5) The Climb - Miley Cyrus
2021-09-2741 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle Season Three TeaserWe'll be back on September 27th and on the last Monday of every month with a brand new season of What's Your Hustle. This is the podcast where I interview various guests about their inspirations, passions, hobbies, mental health and of course hustles. We'll have fun along the way.
What's Your Hustle Spotify Playlist
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2021-09-2000 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle Special: The MCU In Our TimeWe are ending season two with a very special episode. I am joined by Cheryl-Ann Ramdin and Jasmine Derkach to take a walk down memory lane as we go through the first three phases of the MCU; From Iron Man to Endgame and everything in between. It was a decade that still inspires debates and laughter.
What's Your Hustle will return for season three.
Music Mentioned in this episode:
Avengers Theme - Alan Silvestri
Taking A Stand - Henry Jackman
Guardians of the Frickin' Galaxy - Tyler Bates
Black Panther - Lud...
2021-06-282h 44
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Ladies Corner CanadaIn this episode, I have a chat with Tee Adeyemo the Founder and Editor in Chief and Tayo Elnathan the Executive Director of LCC Media and LCC Media Foundation. We talk about the publications multiple outlets from print to broadcast.
They stress the importance of striving for excellence and giving a platform to black women and women of color.
Website: https://ladiescorner.ca/
Twitter: @ladiescornerC
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LadiesCorner.ca
IG: @ladiescorner.ca; @lccmedia
Top Artists:
Kirk Franklin
Sinach
Pastor Nathaniel Bassey
2021-05-3131 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Two Sistah's Beauty Inc.In this episode I have a chat with sisters, Sherisse and Krista of Two Sistah's Beauty Inc. We talk about their journey to starting a beauty business that provides products that are minimalistic, convenient and practical for the every day use. They share some of their favorite products and the inspiration behind them.
Website: https://www.twosistahsbeauty.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twosistahsbeautyinc
IG: @twosistahsbeautyinc
Top Artists:
1) Burna Boy
2) Wizkid
3) Machel Montano
4) Lil Rick
5) Holla Bak
Top 5 Songs:
1) Talk To Me - 2 Mile Hill
2021-04-2627 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: A Motivating ForceIn this episode I had a chat with Lacey Lawson of Fit Body Bootcamp. Lacey is a certified trainer who motivates her clients with patience and as their own cheerleader. We talk about her path to becoming a personal trainer and the inspiration behind every path she takes in her ever evolving journey.
Lacey's Top Six Songs:
1) Wanted Dead or Alive - Bon Jovi
2) Give Me One Reason - Tracy Chapman
3) Call on Me - Eric Prydz
4) I Think We're Alone Now - Tiffany
5) Let's Go - Trick Daddy feat. Big D...
2021-03-2930 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Dressed In ShineTo celebrate Black History Month I have a conversation with Shivon Cooper of S.S.Cooper Photography and Shiviekiem. We talk about her ability to create beauty and magic in every session and sharing her light with her clients. We explore her setting her own path of resilience, over coming obstacles and always being a student. Websites: www.sscooperphotography.com; IG: @sscooperphotography; www.shiviekiem.com; IG @shiviekiem
Shivon's Top 5 Songs:
1) Proud Mary - Tina Turner
2) I'm Every Woman - Whitney Houston
3) Dear Mama - Tupac
4) Never Let Me Down - Kanye West an...
2021-02-2249 min
The Muslim In The RoomSupermodel Halima Aden and The HijabMany people came out of the woodworks claiming that Halima's relationship with her mother was toxic, and she quit to make her mother happy. Why are women who take off the hijab celebrated and those who take steps to protect their hijab villainized? Should parental advice and ultimately be taken as toxic behavior, or is it just parents looking out for their child's best interest? Join us as we discuss these questions and more on this week's episode. Thank you for listening; please don...
2021-02-1829 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: A Journey To WellnessIn this first episode of the year I have a chat with Hannah Deacon, nutritionist. physical trainer and author of Wellness On A Plate. We talk about the inspiration of her journey, setting goals and always celebrating your milestones. And no matter how hard the work is the path is always rewarding and worth the personal growth.
Website: www.hannahdeacondietitian.com . IG @hd_dietitian
Hannah's Top 4 Songs:
1) Girl on Fire - Alicia Keys
2) Fighter - Christina Aguilera
3) Just The Way You Are - Bruno Mars
4) Eye Of The Tiger - S...
2021-01-2531 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle Special: Our Love Letter To SupernaturalSupport #yeg business and giving back. Check out https://treatsforacause.godaddysites.com IG: @treatsforacause1
In this year end episode we have a little fun. We take a walk down memory lane with Cheryl-Ann and Jasmine as we look back at our favorite moments and memories of the tv show Supernatural; A series that has led to new adventures and plenty of laughs along the way.
We'll be back in 2021. Have a very Happy New Year.
Songs mentioned in this episode:
1) Carry On Wayward Son - Kansas
2) Hey Man Nice Shot - Fi...
2020-12-281h 36
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Oonsie BoutiqueIn this new episode I had a conversation with Sara Awatta the creator of Oonsie Boutique. As Oonsie Boutique is shy of its one year anniversary we talk about her passion and drive to have everyone feel incredible, breaking ones barriers and the importance of being size inclusive. If you are in the Edmonton area find Oonsie Boutique at the YEG Christmas Market in the historic Army & Navy building in Old Strathcona.
Website: www.oonsie.com
IG: @oonsieboutique
Sara's Top 5 Songs:
1) Busted - The Isley Brothers
2) 3 Daqat - Abu Ft. Yousra
2020-11-3029 min
Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!Episode 7: Positive Perspective With Halima HusseinFor today's episode, we have a special guest. Meet Halima Hussein, the 21 Year Old CEO and Founder of H.H Glam and also a Law Student. She shares with us the motivation behind why she started her company as well as some of the challenges she has encountered before and after she started it.
Definitely, an episode to listen to and enjoy.
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2020-11-1030 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Rhythm FxIn this episode I have a chat with Larissa Kovalenko co-founder and co-owner of Rhythm Fx. We talk about her journey to co-owning a company that specializes in everything from dance classes to providing experiential marketing; We also break down her own personal growth within creating a safe space for the dance community.
Find them: website: https://www.rhythmfx.ca/
IG: @rhythmfx ; @rfxcollective
Larissa's Top 6 Songs:
1) Try A Little Tenderness - Otis Redding
2) Can't Take My Eyes Off Of you = Frankie Valli
3) Love for Days - Purple Disco Machine
4) Dr...
2020-10-261h 06
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Shadow Ink CreativeWelcome back!! In this season two premiere I sit down with Vanessa of Shadow Ink Creative and chat about her journey to creating her own home grown company, the inspiration she pull from nature to influence her pieces and the therapy of art itself.
IG: @shadowinkcreative
Website: www.shadowinkcreative.com
Vanessa's Top 5 Songs:
1) Come To Light - Arkells
2) Feeling Ok - Best Coast
3) I Want To Break free - Queen
4) Young Blood - The Naked and Famous
5) The Trees - Rush
2020-09-2819 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Season Two TrailerComing September 28th!!! Season 2 of What's Your Hustle is on the way. Join us on the last Monday of every month for conversations about hustles, side hustles and the passion's in life that inspire us conquer all aspects of our life; from love, food, art to mental health and the tough conversations along the way.
2020-09-1401 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: What We're Fighting ForStarting with a minute of a moment silence.
(1:30 mark) In our first season finale, I had a chat with Cheryl-Ann Ramdin and Audrey Powell about the importance of fighting for Black and Indigenous lives. In this necessary and passionate conversation we discuss past and recent events of racial inequality and injustice within our own lives, our country, the injustice faced by our neighbor The United State of America and the hunger and drive for change in our world for future generations.
- To bring about change, you must not be afraid to take the first...
2020-06-221h 31
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Nisa HomesIn this episode I had a chat with Shafia Khan - a caseworker with Nisa Homes. We talk about her journey to Nisa Homes, her inspiration to take care of those around starting at an early age in her home and drive for change in her life now and for the future.
Shafia's Favorite Song:
Ni**as in Paris - Jay-Z and Kanye West
Nisa Homes is a transitional home for women finding the courage to leave domestic abusive homes, poverty, homelessness or seeking asylum. For those looking for more information please visit: www...
2020-06-0823 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Mom Of TwoIn the inspiration of motherhood, in this episode I have a chat with friend of the podcast Maurea Kiezman. We talk about her journey of being a mom to two little girls; the excitement of being a first time mom, the busy schedule of that comes along with second and the joy of the dream of being a mom.
Maurea's Top 5 Songs / Artists
1) Rise Against
2) Bob Marley
3) Just Cuz You Can't - Pronoun
4) Growing Up - Macklemore & Ryan Lewis feat. Ed Sheeran
5) Moments - Bliss n Eso
2020-05-2527 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Single Moms Got ThisIn my dedication to mothers being the OG hustlers, I sat down with Sheriza Hussein to talk about life as a single mom. We touch on the excitement of being a mom, her struggle with postpartum, the trials of co-parenting, and the honor of being a mom to a beautiful 4-year old.
Sheriza's Top 5 songs:
1) Famalay - Skinny Fabulous feat. Machel Montana
2) Into The Unknown - Indina Menzel Frozen 2 Soundtack
3) Give Me Everything - Pitbull feat. Ne-yo, Afrojack & Nayer
4) My Girl - The Temptations
5) Smile - Maisie Peters
2020-05-1132 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Bud and BloomIn this episode I sat down with Nora Salem the Owner and Creative Director of Bud and Bloom. We delve into the conception of Bud and Bloom as a florist company that uses cannabis leaves in their arrangements; and also break down the stereotypes and benefits of cannabis.
Find Bud and Bloom: IG: bud.bloom.yeg. Website: www.budbloom.ca. Email: hello@budbloom.ca
Nora's Top Songs:
1) Hallelujah - Leonard Cohen
2) Bury a Friend - Billie Eilish
3) Banana Pancakes - Jack Johnson
4) Work - Hozier
Artist: Allan Rayman
2020-04-2731 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: The World Is PatientIn this special episode my friend Mike Lalli and I have a conversation about the impacts that COVID-19 has had on our lives. But more importantly the fast lessons that this time has taught us in not taking experiences and moments with family, and friends for granted.
Mike's Top 5 Song's
1) Rakurs & Ramirez Remix - KARTASHOW
2) Vibe - Cookie Kawaii
3) Boss Bitch - Doja Cat
4) Never Let You Go - RAC feat. Matthew Koma and Hilary Duff
5) Night Call with Letters From Pluto - Madison Mars
Halima's Top 5 Song's
2020-04-1334 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Remix TwoIn this rewind episode we take a look back at my conversation with Jen and Louise Snider. Sisters, who both had a twenty year long career in the Canadian Armed Forces. They share the memories they made and the laughs along the way. This episode also include my sit down with Mark Derkach of Woodnt Be Nice If and his journey from hobby to side hustle.
https://www.facebook.com/WoodntItBeNiceIf/. IG: @woodnt_it_be_nice_if
Louise's Top 5 Songs:
1) If you are Reading This - Tim McGraw
2) Love me anyway...
2020-03-3039 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Remix OneIn this rewind episode we take a look back at Cheryl-Ann's passion of cosplay and how it helps her in overcoming her anxiety; Sydney's journey of coming into her own confidence and fearlessness; as well as, Heather's hustle of Green Orchid 8.
For information regarding Green Orchid 8's parenting course please email, heather@greenorchid8.com
Cheryl -Ann's Top 5 Songs:
1) MHD - Afro Trap Pt 7 (La Puissance)
2) GOT 7 - Eclipse
3) Hewson Grey - The Wanting
4) Letters From Pluto - Stop and Stare
5) Normani feat. Calvin Harris X W...
2020-03-1637 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Hello To Thirty-OneIn this episode the tables have turned and I am joined by some of my friends as they ask the questions.
In this birthday episode I reflect on what I have learned over the past thirty years, what are the things that I value and of course we have some fun along the way.
My Top 5 Songs:
1) Brown Skin Girl - Beyonce
2) Location - Dave feat. Burna Boy
3) Slumming It - Chromeo
4) No Se Me Quita - Maluma feat. Ricky Martin
5) Hypnotize - The Notorious BIG
2020-03-0250 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Love's Many StagesRemember to head over to https://www.hockeyhelpskids.com/vote/ and vote for #93 Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Balwin School in Edmonton, Alberta Canada. Voting ends February 19th. Vote every 24 hours.
While love is still in the air I sat down with Sydney Coombs, Kelsey Dalrymple, Maurea Kiezman and Sheriza Hussein to talk about varied stages of different relationships. We leave with the message of having love for yourself and the magic of loving someone else.
Songs recommended from this episode:
1) Love Exists - Amy Lee
2) I Will Always Love You - Whitney Houston...
2020-02-1742 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: You are your first loveRemember to vote for Balwin School in Hockey Helps Kids and their charity You Can Youth Services. https://www.hockeyhelpskids.com/vote/ Voting ends on February 19th.
My Guest this week is Audrey Powell. We sit down to chat about finding your voice even with loved ones, having the confidence to stand up for what you love, and fighting for your own mental health.
Audrey's Top 6 Songs:
1) Changes - 2Pac
2) Purple Rain - Prince
3) Foreign Angel - Evi Last
4) Back to Black - Amy Winehouse
5) Hurt - Johnny Cash
2020-02-0358 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Letters From PlutoHappy New Year! In this new episode I saw down with Kristina of Letters From Pluto to chat about her journey of music. From the thought of singing, the release of her first album, recording around the world to opening for Auqa. IG: @lettersfrompluto; FB: Letters from Pluto @lettersfrompluto9; Website: https://lettersfrompluto.com/
Kristina's Top 5 Songs:
1) Nightmare - Halsey
2) Graveyard - Halsey
3) New Man - Taylor Swift
4) New Americana & The Heartbreak Prince - Taylor Swift
5) Blue Monday - New Order
Bonus Artist: Billy Talent
2020-01-2054 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Taking it Day by DayI sat down with Carole Bruno to chat about finding happiness in the little things. We also talk about the importance of taking the time you need for yourself and as cliche as it sounds, find and be the best you for yourself and those around you.
IG: @whatsyourhustlepodcast
Carole's Top 6 Songs:
1) Coat of Many Colours - Dolly Parton
2) Try - Blue Rodeo
3) Change - Blind Melon
4) Wildfire - Mandolin Orange
5) Wheat Kings - The Tragically Hip
6) Black - Pearl Jam
We will be back on January 20th...
2019-12-2334 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Captured ConfidenceIn this episode I sat down with Tyler Blackwood for a chat about his passion for photography and the desire shine a light on everyone's beauty; We also chat about how Tyler's passion for a physically strong lifestyle gave him the inspiration to start the journey of finding his own truth in who he is. IG - @blackwoodtyler and @tylerblackwoodphotography; Website: www.tylerblackwood.com
Tyler's Top 8 Songs:
1) 5 Seconds of Summer - Easier (Live from the vault)
2) Letters from Pluto & Madison Mars - Night Call
3) Taylor Swift - Style
4) Demi Lovato - Confident...
2019-12-0956 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Woodnt It Be Nice IfDuring my sit down with Mark Derkach we talked about how his start in carpentry led to the birth of Woodnt It Be Nice; the little artsy wood burning business that is making a name for itself. For gifts before Christmas you can find Woodnt It Be Nice If at the Stony Plain Market on November 30th, and the St. Albert Framers Market on December 21st. Also find them on IG @woodnt_it_be_nice_if and FB: Woodnt It Be Nice If .
Mark's Top 5 Songs:
1) Hey Jude - The Beatles
2) Hook - Blues Tra...
2019-11-2535 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: In RemembranceSisters Louise and Jen Snider have a combined 49 years of military experience between them. We chat about their motivation to keep the family legacy of being in the Canadian Armed Forces alive through the generations and the memories that they take with them in remembrance of their time in service.
Louise's Top 5 Songs:
Tim McGraw – If you are Reading This
Pink /Chris Stapleton – Love me anyway
Ed Sheeran - Supermarket Flowers
The Greatest Showman Cast – This is Me
Johnny Reid/Jessica Mitchell – Whiskey Kisses
Jen's Top 5 Songs:
Disturbed - Sound of Silence
AC/DC - It’s a Long...
2019-11-1139 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: Not Just Body ImageMy guest this episode is Sydney Coombs. She shares your journey of over coming her struggles with eating disorders and mental health. In this episode we also dip into our past surgeries and the optimism of the future. Sydney's IG: @sydcoombs.
Sydney's Top 5 Songs:
Chandelier - Sia
Joan of Arc - Little Mix
Wasabi - Little Mix
Buttons - Pussycat Dolls
This is Me - Greatest Showman Soundtrack
Bonus: Pretty Hurts = Beyonce
2019-10-2844 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: A Taste of ThankfulI am thankful for my tribe; my day one's. These guests in episode have become part of my family, and I wanted to share with you the things and or people they are thankful for because I am thankful every day for them.
Guests: Katie Braumberger, Jasmine Derkach, Sarah Zwarich, Kelsey Dalrymple and Michael Lalli
Songs:
Laura Marling - Master Hunter
Daft Punk = Technologic
Phil Collins - Can't Hurry Love
2019-10-1411 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle : Always GrowingThis bonus episode is dedicated Mental Health Awareness Week - October 6th-12th. My guest is Heather Scott, life coach, mentor, and founder of Green Orchid 8. Listen to her journey of being a life coach and what she has learned along the way about creating space for those around her.
Green Orchid 8 Website: https://www.greenorchid8.com/
Heather's Top 5 Songs:
1) My Way - Frank Sinatra
2) Amazing Grace - Th e Royal Scots Dragoon Guards
3) Get What You Give = Felix Cartal
4) Bridge Over Troubled Water - Simon & Garfunkel
2019-10-0738 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle: More Than A CostumeWelcome my guest, Cheryl-Ann Ramdin. Her Hustle is her passion of Cosplay and all things "geeky". We talk about it all, from her 2012 start of cosplay, to how putting on a "mask" allows her to overcome her anxieties and find her confidence. Follow her on Social Media: IG: @missramdini Twitter: @miss_ramdini. Follow What's Your Hustle: IG: @whatsyourhustlepodcast
Top 5 Songs:
1) MHD - Afro Trap Pt 7 (La Puissance)
2) GOT 7 - Eclipse
3) Hewson Grey - The Wanting
4) Letters From Pluto - Stop and Stare
5) Normani feat. Calvin Harris X Wiz...
2019-09-3054 min
What's Your HustleWhat's Your Hustle TeaserCreated, produced, and hosted by Halima Hussein, What's Your Hustle Podcast explores topics about what inspires individuals to pursue their passions. She will be having conversations with a variety of guests about how their hustle drives them to be better, heals them from internal wounds, and above all else, what is that thing that puts a smile on their faces. Join What's Your Hustle second Monday starting September 30th.
2019-09-1401 min
Accent of Women60 years of the Ecumenical Migration CentreSince its initial establishment in 1956, the MCT has supported women from migrant, refugee and asylum seeker backgrounds around key settlement issues – housing, English classes, community capacity building, employment and training, family counselling and mediation, leadership programs, as well as financial literacy to name a few.To celebrate these 60 years of service, the MCT has put together a book called Opening Doors, which document some of the path breaking work to support women from migrant and refugee backgrounds.Joining me on today's program are Halima Mohamed, a leader in the Somali community and one of the MCT's program participants. Sarina Greco, fo...
2016-11-2800 min