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Every Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!Own Your Story Ft. Channel Seven🎉🍋YAY Nation!🍋🎉 We are closing out Season 2 with another enthralling conversation you won't want to miss—featuring the ICONIC MUSIC DUO, Channel Seven! Channel Seven aka Ch.7 is a powerhouse creative collective led by visionaries Coop (nĂ© Christian Johnson) and Marz (nĂ©e Mari Poydras) that fuses art, fashion, music, and video production in ways you've never seen! Their latest release "Motto" is proof that they are more than just musicians—they are storytellers breaking the mold and redefining artistry. In this episode, we dig deep into what it means to truly own one's story. Get ready for exclusive insig...2024-08-1636 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!Embracing Every Season Ft. Tia MarieGet ready for another exciting episode of Every Day Is A Yay! This week, we sit down with the incredibly talented Tia Marie.Join us as we explore what it means to embrace all of your seasons. Tia Marie, a seasoned model, rising actress, and musician, has been captivating audiences since her early days in Chicago, where she made hilarious videos with her family that highlighted her passion for comedy and performing. As Tia continues to grow in her craft, she, like all of us, has navigated various seasons in life. In this conversation, we discuss how...2024-08-0933 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!Frames of Intimacy: Capturing A Filmmaker’s Passion Ft. Grecia AguilarGet ready for another galvanizing episode of Every Day Is A Yay! This week, we sit down with the multi-talented and accomplished film director, Grecia Aguilar! Join us as we delve into what it means to build intimacy with our passions. Intimacy is not just sex! Grecia, a Mexican-American filmmaker from Chicago, explores the vast array of human connections and identity through her work. She has over a decade of filmmaking experience from her start in New York City working on Apple TV+’s "Dickinson" to multiple projects back in her hometown of Chicago – including documentaries, TV, and music vide...2024-08-0244 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!Innovating Tech Leadership in Chicago🎉 Get ready for another thrilling episode of "Every Day Is A Yay!" 🎉This time, we're sitting down with the dynamic leader of Black Tech Chicago and accomplished Data Scientist, Vera Dureke!🚀 Vera Dureke is a powerhouse in tech innovation and leadership, making waves in Chicago's tech community. With a stellar record of attending numerous tech conferences annually, she’s passionate about sharing knowledge and empowering her community. As the President of Black Tech Chicago, Vera orchestrates events that celebrate diversity and inspire individuals to break into the tech industry.✹ In this episode, we dive deep int...2024-07-2643 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!Behind The Pod Mic: Building Community Ft. Malcolm CrawfordGet ready for another exciting episode of Every Day Is A Yay! as we sit down with the innovative and inspiring Malcolm Crawford and explore what it means to build a community behind the pod mic.This week's episode is featuring the iconic creator, Malcolm Crawford! Tune into this episode where we dive deep into the journey of being a content creator, building Tha Storm Pod, and a community of folks passionate about anime, the arts, and more!! Tune in you don't want to miss it!🍋Connect with our guest on IG: @malcolmcrawford_  ...2024-07-1956 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!S2E5: Find Your Super Power. Ft. Matt SmithGet ready for another exciting episode of Every Day Is A Yay! as we sit down with the hilarious and inspiring Matt Smith and explore what it means to find one's Superpower!Matt is a dynamic creative and successful serial entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in helping build engaging business experiences in a variety of industries. His many creative talents span stand-up comedy, music, and video production. Matt is the founder of One 2 One Insight, where he partners with business owners as a temporary high-level generalist for about a year and transforms their enterprises with...2024-07-1233 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!S2E4: From Expulsion to Elected: Redefining Leadership with Alderperson Jessie FuentesThis episode features the groundbreaking, inspiring, and history-making Alderperson Jesse Fuentes of the 26th ward. Jesse Fuentes is the youngest and first queer Latina to lead the 26th ward of Chicago, Humboldt Park. Jesse has transformed leadership by centralizing it on leading with the community and amplifying the voices most impacted by changes in the city. Jesse ensures to balance life through their passions for poetry and maintaining a healthy, loving family. Jesse exemplifies breaking generational curses by literally going from being expelled as a teen to leading in office today. Jesse inspires us all to lead and continue...2024-07-0541 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!S2EP3: Miss Windy City: The Intersection of Brains & BeautyMiss Windy City Mbayi Aben is a dynamic and inspiring queen of many talents! Mbayi is an educator, creator, performer, and an artivist. "Creativity is ministry" is the central theme of all her work. Her goal is to use art as a method to heal, leave a lasting impact, and make room for people who are often not seen. Mbayi is passionate about building awareness around refugees and immigration and giving back to her local community. As an educator, she loves to inspire kids to dream big and become ARTIVISTS! In 2024, Mbayi won the title of Miss Windy City...2024-06-2833 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!S2E2: Building A Legacy Ft. Steve James, Hoop DreamsSteve James is American film producer and director of several documentaries, including Hoop Dreams (1994), Stevie (2002), The Interrupters (2011), Life Itself (2014), and America To Me (2018). Steve James has revolutionized documentary filmmaking. He ignited the industry with the  release of his award-winning documentary, Hoop Dreams about inner-city basketball players. This film has greatly impacted American culture and is the go-to documentary for ballers around the globe. He continues to tell stories that highlight unknown individuals that ultimately inspire viewers.For more information find us on everydayisayay.com...2024-06-2153 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!S2E1: Sugar Gamers At Play Ft. Keisha HowardKeisha Howard is the visionary behind Sugar Gamers, the world's longest-running gaming & tech community geared toward inclusivity. What began as a multicultural gamer group has transformed into an award-winning organization supporting members across various roles in the industry, from game development to artistic design.As a futurist and early influencer in gaming and esports, Keisha advocates for the transformative potential of video games as tools for inspiration and societal change. Her extensive experience includes collaborations with Adidas, the NBA, and consulting roles with Microsoft's Xbox division, as well as engagements with Logitech, Google, and Meta to shape...2024-06-141h 22Thunder Talk Presented by Tha StormThunder Talk Presented by Tha StormTha Storm Is A YAY! (ft. Jewel Ifeguni) | Thunder Talk 26Combatting Toxic Grind Culture (2:28) Behind the Scenes into production and building a team (8:00) The making of the 'America To Me' Documentary (27:30) What its like being a Video Game Producer (33:14) Jewel's Journey as a Full Time Content Creator (40:24) Our Dreamcon experience (57:45) How to fix homelessness + Politics talk (1:07:00) Growing the business (1:15:42) Jewel’s short anime journey + Childhood tv talk (1:19:00) Jewel’s take on Drake vs Kendrick (1:38:30) If you want to support our growth and get extra content check out our patreon link! https://www.patreon.com/Thastormpod JOIN THE CONVERSATIONS: Come talk to us and the rest of our podcast family as w...2024-06-131h 50Every Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!EP 9: Capturing Your Dreams Ft. Latosha PointerLatosha Pointer is truly gifted when it comes to capturing the moment whether it's through her highly sought after photography business ,Golden Lyt Photography ,  or expressed through her dancing. Latosha is the CEO and Creative Director of Golden Lyt Photography LLC - a traveling photography company based in the Chicagoland area with a studio in Chicago. She chose the tagline ‘See Yourself in a New Light’ because the media makes it overwhelmingly easy for us to cast a shadow on our self-worth, accomplishments, and progress.  This is why she aims to uplift you in every session and remind you to app...2023-12-2929 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!EP 9: Capturing Your Dreams Ft. Latosha PointerLatosha Pointer is truly gifted when it comes to capturing the moment whether it's through her highly sought after photography business ,Golden Lyt Photography ,  or expressed through her dancing. Latosha is the CEO and Creative Director of Golden Lyt Photography LLC - a traveling photography company based in the Chicagoland area with a studio in Chicago. She chose the tagline ‘See Yourself in a New Light’ because the media makes it overwhelmingly easy for us to cast a shadow on our self-worth, accomplishments, and progress.  This is why she aims to uplift you in every session and remind you to app...2023-12-2900 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!EP 8: Embracing Being a Multihyphenate Ft. Yasmine GordonYASMINE is a multiracial-multitalented-multihyphenate who has parlayed her role as the lead singer of GroupChat, a Chicago-based funk fusion band, into a solo career as an R&B and pop artist. She currently has two new releases titled "Eyelashes" and "The Right Way" which is available on all streaming platforms! Not only a songstress but also a writer, YASMINE has penned some of GroupChat’s fan favorites, including “Heartstrings” and continues to share her songwriting and vocal chops in the spaces and sounds of contemporary R&B and neo-soul. She is intentional about working with Chicago-based creators and celebrating creati...2023-12-1530 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!EP 7: Investing In Your Calling Ft. Alfie NgoAlfie Ngo is an independent, multilingual filmmaker and musician whose passion extends to writing and acting.  After seeing a lack of opportunities in the industry he decided to create his own opportunities by developing heart-touching projects that feel vulnerable and authentic but nostalgic and warm. He currently has several projects in post-production and in pre-production for his next short film. He also is releasing new music soon.🍋Connect with the guest:Instagram: @alfiengoFor more information find us on everydayisayay.com🍋Connect with us:Instagram & YouTube: @everydayisayayshow 2023-12-0830 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!EP 6: Energy Budget Ft. Sarah BrincksSarah Brincks is a talented and successful business guru! She works at Deloitte as an advisory consultant in the crisis and resilience group. She has supported a variety of startups through her work at iVenture and EntreCORPS. Post university, she is involved in alumni events and supporting her friends’ business ventures. Outside of work, Sarah loves playing with my roommate’s cats, crocheting a new article of clothing, and hanging out.🍋Connect with the guest:Instagram: @sarah_brincksFor more information find us on everydayisayay.com🍋Connect with us:Instagram & YouTube...2023-12-0129 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!EP 5: Listen To Your Own Voice Ft. Dashawna WrightDashawna Wright is an award-winning independent producer and filmmaker. She has produced and directed several short films and just wrapped on two features - one of which premiered at the Chicago International Film Festival as well as many fests across the country and internationally. She is the founder of Choppe Productions, and the founder of Film Girls Inc. – a film organization whose mission is to promote the expansion of young women in the film industry. 🍋Connect with the guest:Instagram: @producedbychoppeFor more information find us on everydayisayay.com🍋Connect with us:I...2023-11-1730 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!EP 4: Writing Your Own Story Ft. Charles DonalsonDahzi is a recording artist & music producer with a diverse background in writing. His writing has been featured in newspapers across the Chicagoland area. He performed his work in London at the age of 18. His production talent can be heard on CAN TV’s Everyday Is a Yay!, as well as on many songs by Chicago artists. Dahzi was featured in the Starz Documentary "America To Me" discussing the inequities of the school system in Oak Park, IL. Dahzi is active in his community leading workshops and volunteering.For more information find us on everydayisayay.com...2023-11-1028 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!EP 3: Living Into Your Potential Ft. Saloni NaharThis Week, get ready for another changemaking episode with our host Jewel Ifeguni and actor, comedian and producer Saloni Nahar! Saloni knows all too well what it means to focus on living in the moment and into your potential and that is reflected in her journey of acting and creating viral comedic relatable content about the genzennial experience.  She is not a stranger to  taking risks and enjoys bringing joy through comedy. She’s graced many stages including the Laugh Factory and she is a speaker as well! You can follow her journey on instagram and tiktok @suhhhloni! You’ll lea...2023-11-0329 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!EP 2: Consistency Drives Success Ft. Nuriel CanlasThis Week, get ready for another dynamic episode with our host Jewel Ifeguni and rising viral YouTuber Nuriel Canlas! Nuriel has been able to master building a community and a loyal audience while monetizing content through dedication and discipline. You can follow his journey with his adorable Aussiedoodle on YouTube or if you love basketball and want to hear dope facts and all the hot takes you can check out his growing NBA channel NuHoops. Nuriel is such a joy and I’m excited for you all to meet him! You’ll leave this convo energized and ready to make...2023-10-2727 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!EP 1: Making It Happen Ft. Marshall CalleryThis Week, get ready for the premiere with our host Jewel Ifeguni and the iconic Marshall Callery! Join us as we discuss what it takes to make it happen! Learn about Marshall’s journey to building one of the most popular youth talk shows in Chicago in just a year. You’ll leave this convo energized and ready to make every day a yay! For more information find us on everydayisayay.com🍋Connect with the guest:Instagram: @_micallery_Podcast: Youth TalkzFor more information find us...2023-10-2027 minEvery Day is a Yay!Every Day is a Yay!TrailerTrailer for Everyday is a Yay - coming this Fall!For more information find us on everydayisayay.com🍋Connect with us:Instagram & YouTube: @everydayisayayshow 🍋Connect with the host: TikTok: @jewelzofthenile Instagram: @jewelzofthenile2023-08-0500 minJams and JoysticksJams and JoysticksJams & Joysticks: Jewel Ifeguni (Decoy Games)We're back with another interview with the dope and infectious Jewel Ifeguni⁣. She is a do everything type of person who works in gaming, television, and is all about content and helping empowering people to be the best version of themselves.⁣ Check her out and follow on all her socials and check out her latest and greatest. ⁣ ⁣  IG : jewelzofthenile⁣ Linktree : jewelifeguni⁣2023-03-1416 minThe Cypher NewsroomThe Cypher NewsroomJewel IfeguniJewel discusses the power of being seen in the work place.2023-02-1820 minThe IntersectionThe IntersectionJewel Ifeguni on Bringing Representation To Tech & MediaJewel Ifeguni is an associate producer at Decoy Games, a black-owned video game studio where only 2% of the gaming industry is made up of black people. She's the founder of You Matter Studios, a media studio with a focus on improving representation in media. And she has worked at Minecraft at Mojang at Microsoft as a Technical Project manager.   Follow Jewel here: https://www.instagram.com/jewelzofthenile/ Learn more about Decoy Games: https://www.decoygames.com/ --------------  Follow Matt... on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nonstop.matt/ on Twitter: https://tw...2023-01-0827 minUPWARDSUPWARDSInnovating Empathy with Jewel IfeguniHave we lost the ability to 'walk a mile' in each others shoes? In this episode, learn how Jewel taps into her experience of discrimination in Computer Science, and how everyone's underestimation of her led her to founding YouMatter Studios, landing an internship at Microsoft, and more!2022-05-1138 minThe Defending Magic PodcastThe Defending Magic PodcastThe Defending Magic Podcast: Jewel Ifeguni, YouMatter Studios, Production Safety & Content ModerationThis week, we are joined by Jewel Ifeguni, founder of YouMatter Studios and serious rockstar.  Check out the below links to find out more about Jewel, YouMatter Studios and to see some awesome stories and content. The YouMatter Studios YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2Q4sZy9QaWrbSqum3RW2yQThe YouMatter Studios Website:http://youmatterstudios.comFor more about our awesome travel partner, please visit https://mckenzietravelcompany.com The Defending Magic Podcast is part of the Hook CMEC Network of Content, you can check out...2021-10-1219 min