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Come Rain or ShineFinding Purpose in Laughter"The one thing you can do that separates you from everyone else is talk about your life." After years of corporate hustle and hard work, Shereen Kassam left it all behind in pursuit of a good laugh. Inspired by her parents' tireless pursuit of the American Dream, Shereen initially followed a traditional career path. She was working with renowned companies such as Deloitte, Amazon, and Disney Parks and Resorts. However, an impulsive visit to a comedy show ignited a passion that she couldn't ignore. Despite initial resistance from her family and the pressures of being a...
2023-05-1115 min
Learn Educate Discover[125] How I landed my TEDx talk - Shereen Kassam, Marketing @Disney, ComedianShereen Kassam has built two careers in parallel - She works as a Marketing Manager at Disney, and has also built up a career as a standup comedian. As a comedian, she performs in the US and internationally, has worked with comedians such as Arsenio Hall and Myq Kaplan, and was named as one of Orlando Business Journal's 40 under 40 in 2021.
Most recently, Shereen gave her own TEDx talk titled "Chicken Wings Made Me Unstoppable". You can check out Shereen's talk here: https://www.ted.com/talks/shereen_kassam_chicken_wings_made_me_unstoppable
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2022-05-0931 min
Creative BreakthroughHow to be Unstoppable! The Finale!I’m proud to say, that my TEDx Eustis talk - How Chicken Wings Made Me Unstoppable - is now available to watch at My website: http://www.funnybrowngirl.com/tedx or On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kchNWYVUqaw. or TED.com https://www.ted.com/talks/shereen_kassam_chicken_wings_made_me_unstoppable I encourage you to check it out, hit the like button, and share it with someone! I also share my advice and tips on how to be a TEDx spea...
2022-04-1515 min
Sound ConnectionsOn Podcasts and Ted TalksShereen Kassam is back for another episode of the Sound Connections podcast. Shereen is an award-winning podcast host, and is getting ready to perform her first Ted Talk!
In a previous episode, we spoke with Shereen about her stand-up comedy career. Now, we get to focus on other elements of her career, including her podcast Creative Breakthrough. On her podcast, Shereen speaks with successful creative entrepreneurs to help people turn their creative passion into their full-time careers. Her work on the podcast earned her an International Women’s Podcast Award last year, sponsored by Shure.
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2022-03-1739 min
Sound ConnectionsTalking Comedy with Shereen KassamWe have our first stand-up comedian appearing on the Sound Connections podcast! Shereen Kassam (aka Funny Brown Girl) is an internationally touring comedian who has worked with some of the biggest names in comedy and was named Florida’s Funniest Female.
In this episode, Shereen spoke with us about how she got her start in comedy after her new roommate drank all of her liquor and dragged her to a comedy show in Boston. Shereen hated the show so much she asked for her money back. The venue instead challenged her to go on stage herself to se...
2022-03-0326 min
SHARING LIFE LESSONSSeason 8; Episode: 78: The power of saying yes is super important! A dialogue with Florida's funniest female.I am delighted to welcome you to Episode #78 of SEASON 8 of 'Sharing Life Lessons'. A podcast that brings you stories from around the world to have fun with and to learn from because stories inspire, stories teach and stories heal!!. We are one spirit; one soul and together we are creating a library of stories and life lessons.
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2021-11-1019 min
Brave Space LIVECode Switching with Shereen KassamIt can be tough to navigate multiple identities in different social spaces. Join us for a conversation on comedy, code switching, and respectability politics with standup comic and award-winning podcast host, Shereen Kassam.
2021-11-101h 08
Creative BreakthroughHow to be UnstoppableUpdate: April 2022 - My TEDx talk - How Chicken Wings Made Me Unstoppable - is now available to watch! I share how to become unstoppable by embracing the lesson of the chicken wing - the ability to re-sauce yourself! It will have you laughing, thinking, and craving a good chicken wing! Three ways to watch it! My website: http://www.funnybrowngirl.com/tedx or On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kchNWYVUqaw. or TED.com https://www.ted.com/talks/shereen_kassam_chicken_wings_made_me_uns...
2021-08-1436 min
Haven Tribe PodcastJust Get Started with Shereen KassamIn this episode, I sit down with Shereen Kassam, owner of My Pain Center the CBD Headquarters & international comedian based out of Orlando Florida. Shereen the reason why she got start in the CBD business. Armed with passion and a desire to help those in need, Shereen has made it her mission to create a brand based on trust and reliability. She shares how her side hustle became her full-time job when she was furloughed form her 9-5 due to COVID.
If you ever was interested in CBD oil, Shereen also break down what make CBD oil d...
2021-06-1524 min
Creative BreakthroughNelu Handa: How to Get Work and Stay Sane Hi Creatives, This week we chat with Nelu Handa, a writer on A Little Late with Lily Singh. Nelu is a writer, actor, improvisor, and comedian. You’ve seen her on Netflix’s Workin’ Moms and The Van Baron Show. Nelu shares with us how she’s navigated her creative journey, leaving her 9-5 job to be a 24/7 Creative, and more! Show notes at CreativeBreakthroughPodcast.com
2021-02-2539 min
Tom Myers vs. the Rest of The WorldEpisode 13Tom Myers is joined by panelists Jeff Hysen, Michele Wojciechowski and Shereen Kassam and guest Ward Morrow.Original airdate: 12 February 2021Theme music by Jeroen van den HurckExecutive Producer: Tom MyersExecutive Producer for ipmNation: Matt Connarton© 2021 Tom Myers Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tom-myers-vs-the-rest-of-the-world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-02-1328 min
Creative BreakthroughMSNBC's Ali Velshi: Keys to SuccessHello creatives! This week Ali Velshi, television journalist, from MSNBC joins us to share how he went from studying religion to becoming a globally recognized journalist. He shares tools to become successful in one’s creative journey, as well as his secret sauce for success. Ali and I also talk about Twitter trolls and living up to our immigrant parents’ expectations. Show notes: CreativeBreakthroughPodcast.com.
2021-02-1142 min
Creative BreakthroughTV Personality Bevy Smith: It Gets Greater LaterHello Creatives! Bevy Smith joins me this week to talk about her new book Bevalations: Lessons from a Mutha, Auntie, Bestie. Bevy shares inspiration and wisdom on everything from finding the courage to leave her 6-figure corporate job, transitioning from being a fashion executive to a media personality, becoming an entrepreneur, and more! She even drops a special Bevalation solely for listeners of Creative Breakthrough!
2021-01-2849 min
With a Side of Chaos PodcastWith a Side of Chaos at the CapitolThis episode is a bit late but it was recorded the day after the US Capitol was stormed. We sit down with Aston Mack from the Orlando Freedom Fighters, Ken Miller from Real Laughs, the Funny Brown Girl herself Shereen Kassam, TaylorGang from the Orlando Side Show, and making her podcast debut Destiny B. This episode hit the hard topic of Racism in the US and the Chaos at happened at the Capitol. Welcome to the Chaos.
2021-01-171h 29Creative BreakthroughSpotify Called Me!Hi Creatives! This week I share BIG news – Spotify called me! I also talk about setting intentions for 2021 vs setting goals, our guest next week – Bevy Smith to chat about her new book Bevalations: Lessons from a Mutha, Auntie, Bestie, and of course why Spotify called me! Show notes
2021-01-1437 min
Becoming The HeroLearn to Say Yes to Something | The Forge 7Welcome to the 7th episode of The ForgeThe goal of the Thursday show is to show you our journey to hopefully help inspire you and hopefully help you relate more.Unfortunately, I am flying solo again this week, as Ty and his family are dealing with hardship. If you could, keep them in your prayers.With that said, I started off talking about the quote, "Memento Mori" and talking about the value of life.I then talk about the action items given to us from this last week's podcast guest...
2021-01-0722 minBecoming The HeroEp. 80: Shereen Kassam | Accepting the Challenge of ComedyToday we discuss comedy, doing a challenge, and chicken wings.Welcome back to the 80th episode of the Hard Thing Podcast.Today I share my conversation with comedian and wing-enthusiast, Shereen Kassam.We start off by talking about how Shereen began her career in comedy and how a simple challenge to try and make people laugh helped push her towards a great career.We also talk about her enthusiasm for chicken wings.We spend time talking about how to take your passion and turn it into something real. She...
2021-01-0452 min
Tom Myers vs. the Rest of The WorldEpisode 8The 2020 Year in Recoil special.Tom Myers is joined by panelists Jeff Hysen and Abby Mello and guests Michele Wojciechowski and Shereen Kassam.Original airdate: 31 December 2020Theme music by Jeroen van den HurckExecutive Producer: Tom MyersExecutive Producer for ipmNation: Matt Connarton© 2020 Tom MyersSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/tom-myers-vs-the-rest-of-the-world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-01-0129 min
Creative BreakthroughPlan for Success in 2021 with Jaime CallicaDisney Channel and BET favorite, and seen Lifetime alongside Kelly Rowland, actor Jaime Callica takes the hot seat to chat about growing your social media (he has 81.8K IG followers), pursuing your passion, and being part of Tyler Perry’s TV show Ruthless. We also chat about staying positive, being grateful, and working smarter. Real life advice plus motivational messages all rolled up in one episode! Learn more at CreativeBreakthroughPodcast.com Show Notes
2020-12-311h 04
The Ivy League of ComedyComedians in the Cloud- episode 201 of The Ivy League of Comedy's Coffee in the Cloud... with Comedians, guest Shereen KassamOur first Caponeless episode, with comedian Shereen Kassam. We talk about working overseas, racial and gender discrimination in comedy, what our parents think of our career decisions, and whether comedians should date each other.
2020-12-261h 13
Shereen Kassam | FunnyBrownGirlSide Hustles: Advice from a Serial Side HustlerHi Creatives! This week I answer all your questions about starting and running a successful Side Hustle. With experience running a profitable comedy career, podcast, and ecommerce business, Shereen Kassam answers all your questions, plus shares with you what she wished she knew when starting out. Learn more: www.creativebreakthroughpodcast.com Welcome to the side hustle series of this […]
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2020-12-1700 minCreative BreakthroughSide Hustles: Advice from a Serial Side Hustler Hi Creatives! This week I answer all your questions about starting and growing a successful Side Hustle. With experience running a profitable comedy career, podcast, and e-commerce business, Shereen Kassam answers all your questions, plus shares with you what she wished she knew when starting out. Learn more: www.creativebreakthroughpodcast.com Show notes
2020-12-1727 min
Drop the Aspiring ActDropping Inaction for your Creative Breakthrough with Shereen Kassam 032This one goes out to all the creatives out there. In this week's episode, I chat with Shereem Kassan, the funny brown girl who loves chocolate and chicken wings. She's a comedian, a writer, a podcaster, a business owner (hey, cbd is legal), an actress, but most of all she's a creative who went from aspiring to doing all the things. Hear her story on how she got started and her tips on how you can get started too!!SHOW NOTES: https://queenbaegoals.com/dropping-inaction-for-creative-breakthrough-shereen-kassam-dtaa-podcast-32/For more Shereen all...
2020-12-1616 min
Creative BreakthroughHow to Move with Purpose: Storyteller Nia Malika Dixon Hi Creatives! This week we chat with storyteller Nia Malika Dixon who shares her creative journey and how she moves with purpose. Nia shares her journey to LA, finding her own production company, and creating and launching a film festival. Welcome to the Creative Breakthrough! For those of you tuning in for the first time, welcome. For my OG listeners, I can’t thank you enough for your support. Thank you for sharing this podcast. If you are on your phone right now, press that shar...
2020-12-0336 min
Tom Myers vs. the Rest of The WorldEpisode 4Tom Myers is joined by panelists Jeff Hysen and Abby Mello and guest Shereen Kassam.Original airdate: 20 November 2020Theme music by Jeroen van den HurckExecutive Producer: Tom MyersExecutive Producer for ipmNation: Matt Connarton© 2020 Tom Myers Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tom-myers-vs-the-rest-of-the-world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-11-2129 min
Creative BreakthroughSide Hustlers: How to Maximize Your Profits This week, Henry Gibson share with us financial advice, tips, and tricks to maximize our financial savings. This is not a sponsored episode – Henry is a friend and actor who offered up his time to provide advice. Henry Gibson-Garcia began his career as an actor, performing onstage in and in front of the camera for over a decade. Starting in 2019, he began using the skills he’d developed as an actor and director to provide training in Leadership, Collaboration, and Communication to medical students through Improv. Earlier this year, after years of reading and studying personal...
2020-11-1940 minShereen Kassam | FunnyBrownGirlTold to Apologize for Being MuslimTold to Apologize for Being Muslim Last week, the Islam Channel featured me in a piece about being told to apologize for being Muslim. I had to choose between my career and my religion. I’m Shereen Kassam – comedian, podcaster, speaker, actress, ex-radio host, and entrepreneur. I started this podcast for two […]
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2020-11-0500 min
Creative BreakthroughTold to Apologize for Being Muslim Ep 59: Told to Apologize for Being Muslim Last week, the Islam Channel featured me in a piece about being Muslim and losing my radio gig. I’m Shereen Kassam – comedian, podcaster, speaker, actress, ex-radio host, and entrepreneur. I started this podcast for two key reasons As a woman of color in the entertainment industry, I felt I didn’t have any mentors to turn to for advice and mentorship. I started this podcast to provide informal mentorship and strategies to win to other creatives, such as myself, who need a me...
2020-11-0524 min
Money Talk With TiffFrom Furlough to Full-Time Entrepreneur with Shereen Kassam | Ep. 52Have you been furloughed this year? COVID-19 has really turned our worlds upside down. Unemployment reached an all-time this year. Tiffany sits down with serial entrepreneur, Shereen Kassam, who used the opportunity to turn her side hustle into her full-time gig. This episode is full of gems! About Our Guest Shereen Kassam is a national touring stand-up comedian. She has performed worldwide on stages from New York to Saigon, as well as appeared on HBO and opened for Arsenio Hall. Shereen is also the host of Creative Breakthrough, a podcast that features in-depth conve...
2020-10-2921 min
Creative BreakthroughHow to Start a Successful Side Hustle in 3 Steps How to Start a Successful Side Hustle in 3 Steps What is a side hustle - any activity outside of your day job that helps you make more money Different types of side hustles - drive uber, doordash, taskrabbit, instacart...but I want to talk about side hustles that are not part-time jobs...I want to talk to you about not only a way to earn income from your creative endeavors but also as a path to being your own boss This can be based on your creative passion or s...
2020-10-2235 min
Creative BreakthroughBob Sumner: How to Be a Star Welcome to the Creative Breakthrough I am your host Shereen Kassam This week, we continue our conversation with the Founder of Def Comedy Jam – Bob Sumner Before we jump in to part 2 of our conversation with Bob – This season, I’m going to spend a lot of time talking about monetizing your creative passion and side hustles. With many cities starting to open up performance spaces such as bars, clubs, and theater spaces I want to share some personal thoughts.
2020-10-0733 min
Creative BreakthroughBob Sumner: Creating Def Comedy Jam and Advice to Excel in Your Creative Journey Announcements We are trending in Nigeria! That makes 16 countries around the world. I am so grateful for you all for tuning in week after week! Check out my new website redesign at www.funnybrowngirl.com While you’re there, take the podcast quiz to find which episode is for you! Also sign up for my email list for bi-weekly resources and opportunities Lastly, check out our Facebook Group – Creative Breakthrough Community This season, we have amazing line-up of guests! I’ll be chatting with: Actor on Tyler Perry’s B...
2020-09-2450 min
Creative BreakthroughWelcome to Season 3! Future guests, life updates, and more!Welcome back to Season 3 of the Creative Breakthrough Podcast! After a three month, hiatus I am back! When I took a break from this podcast in June 2020, COVID was in full swing, I had been furloughed from my full-time job, all the comedy clubs were closed, and I was mentally and emotionally exhausted. I’m happy to say, I’m back at work, comedy clubs are re-opening (though I am not yet taking any chances), and hyped to be back on this podcast! How did I spend the last three months?
2020-09-1016 min
Wasted MoneyEpisode 6: Balancing Comedy and Work with Shereen KassamShereen Kassam is a national touring stand-up comedian. She has performed worldwide on stages from New York to Saigon, as well as appeared on HBO and opened for Arsenio Hall.
When she’s not touring the world, Shereen hosts Creative Breakthrough, a podcast which features in-depth conversation with creatives across entertainment, business, fashion, design, and the arts! Conversations focus on real-life strategies and inspiration to help elevate everyone along their creative journey.
When Shereen is not performing or podcasting, she’s running her online business – My Pain Center – where she sells tried and trusted CBD. &nb...
2020-06-3029 minCreative BreakthroughHow to Start a Successful Side Hustle; Hiatus until September 10thHost Shereen Kassam, a serial side hustler, shares her tips and advice on starting a successful side hustle and ideas to get you started. She also shares her thoughts about the recent murder of George Floyd, the Black Lives Matter movement, and how as a creative you can get involved. Also, we are taking a summer break to focus on self-care and wellness. We will be back with new episodes on September 10th!
2020-06-0427 min
Creative BreakthroughDirector Tina Mabry: How to Positively Handle RejectionThis week, we chat: How to handle rejection How not to let rejection turn in to resentment And the 4 ways to be successful in your creative journey Tina Mabry, our guest from Episode 2 of Creative Breakthrough, shared her thoughts on dealing with rejection, her viewpoint on fear, and her advice to creatives on their journey. Tina Mabry is a writer, producer, and director, whose directing credits include Queen Sugar, Proven Innocent, Queen of the South, Insecure, Dear White People, Power, and Pose. Key Questions answered by Ti...
2020-05-2149 min
Creative BreakthroughWriter/Director Felicia Pride: How to Create a Positive Mindset and Apply to Writing CompetitionsThis week I discuss my third week of furlough from Walt Disney World, my own creative breakthrough, and how I’m staying sane. Felicia Pride, from episode 33, released her first short film this week - Tender. In this episode, she talks about applying to TV Writing competitions such as NBC on the Verge, the importance of informal mentors, self-care, and patience. Felicia wrote and directed Tender. Here's the official description: After an unexpected one night stand, two women at very different stages of their lives, share an even more...
2020-05-0734 min
Creative BreakthroughHow to Deal with Being Laid Off from Disney Due to COVID-19This week, host Shereen Kassam, chats about being laid off from Disney due to COVID-19 and why now is the perfect time to start or continue pursuing your creative passion. Shereen also chat the importance of maintaining a schedule and not allowing yourself to be BORED. Other topics discussed: how to make this the best time of your life, how to stay sane, and how to balance all the emotions you may be feeling. Shereen shares free resources for creatives also available on the Facebook group. This week’s guest: Tissa Hami,...
2020-04-2339 min
Creative BreakthroughComedian Damon Williams: How to Adapt and Adjust to Changing Times (COVID-19)Damon Williams is an internationally touring comedian who has been seen on Showtime at the Apollo, BET’s Comic View, and The Tom Joyner Sky Show. We chat about the emotional and financial impacts of COVID-19 and Damon’s advice to creatives during this unprecedented time. Participate in Damon’s #steptothemic competition on Instagram Shereen Kassam aka Funny Brown Girl shares her thoughts from self-quarantine – everything from how she’s surviving without comedy to almost being arrested for stealing. We talk free resources and opportunities all available on the Facebook group and by subscrib...
2020-04-091h 03
Creative BreakthroughJeff Friday: How to Develop a Mission and Create a Multifaceted Company - American Black Film VenturesJeff Friday, the CEO of American Black Film Festival Ventures, a multifaceted company specializing in the production of live events, television and films focused on African American culture shares why he discovered ABFF. It’s an unsettling time right now. We are in the midst of something we haven’t experienced in our lifetime before – a global pandemic. I’m anxious and struggling to be creative. Here is how I’m trying to stay focused and create: Create a schedule (set an alarm has been the hardest!) Take breaks (you may not have friends around, but doesn’t mean yo...
2020-03-2650 min
Creative BreakthroughWhat I Learned at Playlist Live – a Conference for Content CreatorsPlaylist Live conference strategies, learnings, and more! Shereen shares what she learned at this conference for YouTube and TikTok influencers. Big shout out to the UK and Zimbabwe where Creative Breakthrough is trending, as is both episodes with Maaza Mengiste! Thank you for listening and sharing! This week we were supposed to talk to Jeff Friday, the Founder of the American Black Film Festival. However due to travel issues it is postponed until next week. If you have questions for Jeff, email me at hi@funnybrowngirl.com We are...
2020-03-1230 min
The Tao of Self-Confidence774: How To Build Confidence Through Comedy With Shereen KassamShereen Kassam is a multi-faceted creative. She is an internationally touring stand-up comedian who has performed worldwide on stages from New York to Saigon. Named Florida’s Funniest Female, she has also appeared on HBO and NBC. Shereen was the previous winner of the Orlando Improv Clash of the Comics and the Brickell Comedy Festival. She has had the opportunity to work with Arsenio Hall, Carlos Mencia, Gina Brillon, Rodney Perry, and Myq Kaplan. Shereen is also the host of the top-rated Apple podcast called Creative Breakthrough which is a podcast that spotlights successful creatives and artist. Creative Breakthrough has been ran...
2020-03-0509 min
Creative BreakthroughWriter Maaza Mengiste: How to Tell Your Story Your Way (Part II of II)Maaza Mengiste, the author of The Shadow King, selected by the New York Times as one of the 100 most notable books of 2019 This week I talk about balancing a Full-Time Job with a Creative Passion! Check out the YouTube video here - https://youtu.be/w4trvPrIfAo, as well, as my first vlog about being a stand-up comedian - https://youtu.be/hrKB6b47DO4 We chat about past interviews with creatives who had or have a Full-Time job while pursuing their creative passion. Interviewees include Shereen Ladha, JP Lambiase, Abi Varghese, Maaza Me...
2020-02-2740 min
Creative BreakthroughWriter Maaza Mengiste: How Corporate America Prepares You For a Creative Journey (Part I of II)Maaza Mengiste, the author of The Shadow King, selected by the New York Times as one of the 100 most notable books of 2019 Who is Maaza Mengiste? Maaza Mengiste is a novelist and essayist. She is the author of the forthcoming novel (September 24, 2019), The Shadow King, called “a brilliant novel…compulsively readable” by Salman Rushdie. Her debut novel, Beneath the Lion’s Gaze, was selected by The Guardian as one of the 10 best contemporary African books and named one of the best books of 2010 by Christian Science Monitor, Boston Globe, and other publications. She is the recipien...
2020-02-1335 min
With a Side of Chaos PodcastEpisode 87 - I have not pooped in two weeksTonight we have the Funny Brown girl herself Shereen Kassam. On this episode of chaos we talk about TSA, Orlando tacos, Gray sweatpants, and Gassparilla.
2020-02-021h 17
Creative BreakthroughYouTube Personality JP Lambiase: How to Grow Your Brand and Your Channel on YouTubeJP Lambiase, YouTube Personality of the Hellthy Junkfood channel with over 2.2M subscribers Who is JP Lambiase? Chef and YouTube personality best known as the co-creator of the food channel HellthyJunkFood, which has amassed over 2.2 million subscribers. On the channel, he presents recipes for healthier versions of well-known fast food items. A graduate of Rochester Institute of Technology with a Bachelor’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology, began his career as an Engineer. He worked his way up to President of his division before deciding to pursue YouTube full...
2020-01-3042 min
Table TalkTable Talk: Episode 21: A Creative Breakthrough with Shereen KassamOn this episode of Table Talk, the guys go back to Orlando comedy as they sit down with Orlando's own Shereen "Funny Brown Girl" Kassam. Shereen tells the guys what it was like for her to get in to the world of Stand-Up comedy and the obsticals she had to overcome. Mike brings a tripple hitter for "Who Buys This". Patty-O gives an insight on the Connor McGreggor fight and how not to eat bleu cheese dressing during "Pat Chats". Later in the show Shereen tells the guys of her CBD business and the benefits it can greatly have on...
2020-01-201h 08Creative BreakthroughScreenwriter Jason Gregory: How an MFA Helps You Pivot Your Creative CareerJason Gregory, writer and producer of the film Waking Up White Who is Jason Gregory? Jason D. Gregory is a recent film production MFA graduate from the University of Central Florida’s Nicholson School of Communication and Media (Go Knights!). As a child, he recalls that his friends wanted to “be like Mike,” while Gregory’s dream was to “be like Spike.” He received his undergraduate degree in film from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2002 and during his studies, Gregory was selected, twice, as a participant in the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Writer...
2020-01-1635 min
Creative BreakthroughScreenwriter Jason Gregory: How to Make A Career Switch and Write and Film Your First TV Pilot, Waking Up WhiteEpisode 43: From Advertising to Film: Jason Gregory on Waking Up White (Part 1 of 2 episodes) This week’s guest: Jason Gregory, writer and producer of the film Waking Up White Who is Jason Gregory? Jason D. Gregory is a recent film production MFA graduate from the University of Central Florida’s Nicholson School of Communication and Media (Go Knights!). As a child, he recalls that his friends wanted to “be like Mike,” while Gregory’s dream was to “be like Spike.” He received his undergraduate degree in film from Virg...
2020-01-0239 minCreative BreakthroughHow to Deal with Wins and Losses in Your Creative JourneyBig news – we are trending in Kenya!! Thank you to my Kenyan listeners. This is my last episode for 2019. Last year, I did an episode on goal setting and how much I love the end of the year because it’s a time to reflect on the past year and plan for the next year. If you struggle with goal setting check out last year’s episode and download my goal setting worksheet. December is a difficult month for me. I always find myself in a funk. This year I feel like I’m in...
2019-12-1910 minEntertainment Archives - Shereen Kassam | FunnyBrownGirlEpisode 41: How Stand-Up Saved Me with Host Shereen KassamThis week’s guest: Me, your host – Shereen Kassam aka the Funny Brown Girl! Who is Shereen Kassam? Shereen Kassam has been named “Funniest Female in Florida” and has performed on HBO and NBC. After receiving her Bachelors from Brown, an MBA from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, and working for Fortune […]
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2019-12-0500 min
Creative BreakthroughHow Stand-Up Comedy Saved MeThis week’s guest: Me, your host – Shereen Kassam aka the Funny Brown Girl! Who is Shereen Kassam? Shereen Kassam has been named “Funniest Female in Florida” and has performed on HBO and NBC. After receiving her Bachelors from Brown, an MBA from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, and working for Fortune 100 firms including Deloitte, Amazon, JPMorgan, and Disney, Kassam decided she wanted more from life. That’s when she discovered entertainment – specifically stand-up comedy. Her first time on stage, Kassam realized she was born to perform. She is...
2019-12-0511 min
The KORE Women PodcastAn HBO Stand-Up Comedian, Radio Personality, Top-Rated Podcaster, and Entrepreneur - Shereen KassamThis week. Dr. Summer Watson speaks with Shereen Kassam also known as the “funny brown girl.” She is a national touring stand-up comedian, radio personality, and creative coach. She has performed worldwide on stages from New York to Saigon. She’s appeared on HBO, been invited to perform at the Women in Comedy Festival in Boston, and opened for Arsenio Hall. In addition to comedy, she hosts her own podcast – Creative Breakthrough. When she is not touring, and she is a Marketing Strategy Manager at The Walt Disney Company.
You can find Shereen on Facebook at: Shereen Funny Br...
2019-11-2622 min
Creative BreakthroughAhmed Akbar: How to Launch an Award-Winning Podcast (Part II of II)Episode 40: How to Launch an Award-Winning Podcast with Ahmed Akbar This week’s guest: Ahmed Akbar, host of the podcast See Something Say Something Who is Ahmed Akbar? Ahmed Ali Akbar is a writer and host of the See Something Say Something podcast and video series. Previously, he was a Staff Writer for BuzzFeed and a Detroit public school teacher. He acted as a correspondent to Netflix’s ”Follow This”, Pushkin’s Solvable, and other shows. He was the editor of the now-defunct Rad Brown Dads tumblr and contributed to the "Salaam, Lo...
2019-11-2120 min
Creative BreakthroughAhmed Akbar: How to Develop a Successful Pitch and Create Your Dream Job (Part I of II)This week’s guest: Ahmed Akbar, host of the podcast See Something Say Something Who is Ahmed Akbar? Ahmed Ali Akbar is a writer and host of the See Something Say Something podcast and video series. Previously, he was a Staff Writer for BuzzFeed and a Detroit public school teacher. He acted as a correspondent to Netflix’s ”Follow This”, Pushkin’s Solvable, and other shows. He was the editor of the now-defunct Rad Brown Dads tumblr and contributed to the "Salaam, Love" essay anthology. He is a graduate of University of Michigan-Ann Arbor and holds a...
2019-11-0734 min
Creative BreakthroughSecond City's Darryl Hinds: How Improv Can Help Creatives and Non-Creatives in Creatives Spaces and in BusinessThis week’s guest: Who is Darryl Hinds? Darryl Hinds is a graduate of the University of Toronto – Mississauga Theatre and Drama Program and alum of the Second City Toronto Main State where he had the privilege of writing and performing five revues. Since his days at the Second City, Darryl has been lucky enough to find work on TV as a regular on shows like CBS’s Little Mosque on the Prairie, Nickelodeon/YTV’s Max & Shred, and PBS/TVO’s Odd Squad. Darryl has also had brief writing stints for This Hour Has 22 Minutes and...
2019-10-2444 min
Creative BreakthroughYouTube star Shereen Ladha: How to Choreograph Your Career and Balance Your Creative and Your Corporate LifeHighlights: It’s our one year anniversary! Thank you everyone for listening! Past guest are killing it! Episode 8: Rizwan Manji was nominated for an Emmy for his role in Schitt’s Creek. He’s also staring in the hit NBC show Perfect Harmony! Episode 21: Sarah Thawer appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert last week, where she was on the drums for Tegan and Sara! Episode 25: Chaunte Wayans is on tour with Tiffany Haddish as part of Netflix’s They Ready tour. Check out her tour schedule and go watch a live show! October is officially our month to...
2019-10-1055 min
Creative BreakthroughFilm Director Stefon Bristol: How to Create a Film Career and Find Mentors like Spike LeeWho is Stefon Bristol? Brooklyn-born, Long Island-bred, Stefon Bristol is writing his own success story as a fresh face with a creative voice in the indie film world. Stefon is an award-winning filmmaker. His first feature film, See You Yesterday, was released on Netflix in May 2019. As a recent alumni of NYU's Graduate Film Program, Stefon helmed many films including the Cine Golden Eagle Award winner The Bodega. Spike Lee, a longtime mentor, awarded Stefon with the 2016 Spike Lee Production Grant for his thesis short film, See You Yesterday, which his feature film is based o...
2019-09-2639 min
Creative BreakthroughHow Self-Love Sparks CreativityWelcome back to season 2 of Creative Breakthrough! After a three-month hiatus I have a lot to share! At the end of Season 1, I was stressed out, semi-depressed, and definitely not feeling creative. After taking inventory of my life, I decided to make some changes, but that meant taking a break from podcasting. Tune in to hear about the changes I made (and my good news!) and how I’ve been able to align myself with the universe to begin accepting blessings (again!)! I also share the accomplishments of our listeners and our Season 1 guests. If you are a creative entrepre...
2019-09-1210 minCreative BreakthroughComedian Tissa Hami: What No One Tells You About Being a CreativeAnnouncements This is the last episode of season 1. Season 2 will start in September. Thank you for joining me every week for the past 34 weeks! I have loved the feedback, the reviews, and most of all the listens! Please keep the feedback coming, as I want to make season 2 bigger and better! What I’ve learned - podcast is a lot of work! It does not provide the instant gratification that comedy does. Thank you all for sending in your goals! And for joining our Facebook group! If you haven’t joined our FB group it’s com/groups/creati...
2019-05-3058 min
Creative BreakthroughWriter/Director Felicia Pride: How to Incorporate Self-Love in Your Creative Process to Create a Positive MindsetAnnouncements We were trending on Apple’s What’s Hot podcast last week! Thank you all for listening! Next week will be the last episode of season 1. We will then take a 3 month break and resume with season 2 in September! This week I want you all to make a goal or 2 goals for the summer. What are you going to do to accelerate your creative journey? Write more, book more shows, take a class, whatever it is, I want to know! Email them to me and next week we will read some of them out on the show next w...
2019-05-2346 minCreative BreakthroughWhat I learned performing in KenyaI’m back from Africa, where I had the opportunity to speak about creativity and my podcast, facilitate improv workshops, and perform comedy. In this week’s episode, I talk about my experience, how I landed this once in a lifetime opportunity, lessons learned, and advice for creatives looking to share their creative content with a global audience! And of course, a big thank you to the organizers of the Ismaili Economic Forum for inviting me and giving me this awesome opportunity! ten on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, Spotify, and Google Play Click here...
2019-05-1616 min
Creative BreakthroughProducer James Lopez: How to Excel in Your CareerJames Lopez, the Head of Motion Pictures at Will Packer Production, opens up about his journey from call center representative to Producer of Girls Trip and Little. He discusses his time in the music industry working at Atlantic Records and his transition in to the film industry. James also shares how he re-branded himself from a marketer to a producer. In this interview, James shares his strategies to be successful and his advice to others looking to excel in their creative journey. JAMES F. LOPEZ is Head of Motion Pictures at Will Packer Productions. In this position he is...
2019-04-1845 min
Waves Podcast#15 Shereen Kassam : A Way To Get My Voice BackHow to start comedy, making jokes as an introvert and the difference between doing stand-up and stripping... These are a few questions Shereen Kassam answers in this episode. She tells us about her creative journey, her childhood, and why she went from a corporate career to comedy. An inspiring and motivating story that helps us understand how she got to where she is, and also proves one thing: It's never too late to start being creative. Shereen also tells us about her amazing podcast Creative Breakthrough, one of my favorite in the...
2019-04-1553 minCreative BreakthroughWhen is it OK to Quit?There is a stigma around quitting. We are scared people will judge us or that we are not worthy of the opportunity. But guess what? Winners quit all the time. Being flexible is a key trait of a winner, and sometimes that includes quitting. Today, I open up for the first time why I left the radio and the lessons learned. If you feel stuck or unhappy in your creative pursuit, you don’t want to miss this episode. LISTEN ON: APPLE PODCASTS, SOUNDCLOUD, STITCHER, SPOTIFY, AND GOOGLE PLAY Click here to su...
2019-04-1125 min
Creative BreakthroughChef Aliya LeeKing: How to Pivot from Corporate to Creative and Create a New CareerArmed with a prestigious MBA, Aliya was on track to be a successful banker on Wall Street when she decided to leave her coveted job and trained at the International Culinary Center. She now calls herself a Chef, Cookbook Author, Television Personality, Mother and (now!) App Developer with a passion for bringing global and socially conscious foods, spices, and traditions into everyday cooking and eating Aliya has traveled to many different countries to learn food traditions, and worked in a number of restaurants around New York City including Jean Georges and Per S...
2019-04-0433 min
Creative BreakthroughHow to Overcome Creative AnxietyDo you struggle getting to work? Are you afraid to show your work to others? Do you believe your work is not good enough? This is creative anxiety. Also known as self-doubt. Or your inner critic. Today, I want to walk through some steps to help you quiet your inner critic so you can continue flexing your creative muscle in peace. I am also going to introduce you to CBD, a supplement I take to calm my anxiety and available at www.mypaincenter.com Your creative anxiety may be masked. You may be m...
2019-03-2815 min
Creative BreakthroughFilm Director Abi Varghese: How to Turn Your Passion Project in to a Netflix SeriesAbi Varghese recently launched his third TV comedy series - Metro Park. You may also know him as the writer and director of the popular Netflix series Brown Nation. Abi talks with us about writing a TV script, pitching to Netflix, and the process of writing, selling, and producing a TV show! He also shares with us his journey from Corporate America to Creative Entrepreneur! Abi is a New York based writer/director, best known for his Netflix Series "Brown Nation." His other notable work includes "Akkara Kazhchakal" an Indian TV sitcom that went for 5 s...
2019-03-2135 minCreative BreakthroughHow to Promote YourselfNo matter how long you've been pursuing your creative passion, it is important to promote yourself. In this episode, Shereen shares how she promotes herself to maximize her exposure which in turn leads to more opportunities. If you need advice on how to promote your creativity and talent, this episode will break down the tactics Shereen utilizes to promote herself and what she’s learned throughout her journey. We discuss: Setting up a domain name and website Creating a mailing list Setting up Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, Tumblr, and LinkedIn Creating content Networking Necessary ite...
2019-03-1437 min
Creative BreakthroughComedian Chaunte Wayans: How to Use Creativity to Overcome PainChaunte Wayans is a comedian, writer and actress who proudly represents the new generation of Wayans’ legacy making its mark in Hollywood. In this episode of CREATIVE BREAKTHROUGH, Chaunte opens up about her ordeal with alcohol, as well as other trials and tribulations she has faced in life. Chaunte also shares advice on the importance of knowing yourself, especially during the creative journey, finding your voice, and overcoming pain through humor. Chaunte Wayans was last seen in the film 50 Shades of Black, with other film and television credits including Hollywood Misconceptions, Dance Flick, TLC's Trading Spaces...
2019-03-0733 minCreative BreakthroughThe Importance of Being GratefulOver the past week, two pop culture stories have taken over the airwaves – the story of Jussie Smollett and the story of Jordyn Woods and the Kardashians. Both these stories highlight the importance of giving thanks for your opportunities. This week, Shereen discusses the importance of being grateful and not allowing anger and jealousy to take you down. We all have so much to be grateful for so let’s count our blessings and practice gratitude. Announcements: If you are interested in becoming a full-time creative entrepreneur, the fashion industry, or doing social good check out...
2019-02-2820 min
Creative BreakthroughJG Ayodele: How to be a Creative EntrepreneurJG Ayodele transitioned from Corporate America to Creative Entrepreneur, more specifically from banking to fashion. Jibolu “J.G.” Ayodele is the co-founder of Thando’s, a Lagos and NY based fashion company that provides a platform for African artists to design for a global audience. Join us, as we discuss the Wakanda effect, working with your spouse, and starting a new creative endeavor! Thando’s utilizes design competitions to crowdsource its designs from aspiring African artists. Each competition highlights a social cause in Africa and drives the inspiration behind the designs. Each competition highlights a social cause...
2019-02-2134 minCreative BreakthroughHow to Soar in Your Creative JourneyAnyone can pursue a passion or a hobby, but how do you soar? On this week’s episode I discuss how to take your passion project to the next level! We talk dealing with critics, asking for help, managing anxiety, and more! If you are serious about your passion project then this episode is for you! Key Questions answered by Shereen: How to manage your fears How she discovered his passion How to commit to positive behaviors How to push yourself out of your comfort zone Shereen Discusses: Being grateful Clari...
2019-02-1424 min
Not Your Day JobShereen Kassam - Comedian | NYDJ - EP 5Shereen Kassam aka Funny Brown Girl talks about how she got into comedy, her lows and highs as a comedian, and advice for others dealing with adversity.
2019-02-131h 06
Smashing The CeilingShereen Kassam - the corporate/comedy combinationShereen Kassam defines herself as a corporate America addict, stand-up comedy lover, speaker of all things fun, podcasting enthusiast, improv teacher and shoe junkie. What a list! Shereen's dad wanted her to be a doctor, but she couldn't cope with the blood so instead, after her degree at Brown University, she became a strategy consultant, and now works in-house for Disney in Florida, where she grew up. Shereen was a shy child, but tried stand-up for the first time after reluctantly escorting her drunk housemate to a comedy club. It's fair to say she's progressed quickly, winning...
2019-02-0932 min
Creative BreakthroughDrummer Sarah Thawer – How to Utilize Social Media and Get SponsorshipsSarah Thawer is a self-taught drummer based in Toronto, Canada. She started playing drums at age 2 and her first stage performance was at age 5. Sarah is currently freelancing, touring, recording and performing with international artists playing various genres including jazz, fusion, latin, gospel, funk, r&b, hip hop, Indian and world music. She studied jazz and world music at York University and was the recipient of the Oscar Peterson Scholarship, the highest award given by the institution, in addition to graduating with the Summa Cum Laude distinction. ...
2019-02-0728 min
The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips & Vacation Planning For Financially Savvy Travelers19. How Much Does it Cost to Start a Podcast?Today I'm joined by Shereen "a.k.a. funnybrowngirl" Kassam. Shereen is an internationally touring stand up comedian, radio personality, actress and the host of Creative Breakthrough a podcast where passion and hustle meet. If you're thinking about starting a podcast and wondering how much it costs, this episode is for you. My hope is that by pulling back the curtain a bit and sharing how much podcasting costs, you'll be able to make an informed financial decision about starting a podcast. Connect with Shereen Kassam: Website: https://funnybrowngirl.com Fac...
2019-02-0719 minCreative BreakthroughHow to Overcome Fear in Your Creative JourneyFear stops many of us. It stops us from telling someone we love them. Or taking a new job in a new city. Or even taking the first step towards our new-found passion. Fear can debilitate us. It can give us an excuse. It’s strong enough to derail us. It plays with our minds. It plays with our hearts. It plays with our lives. People think I’m a strong confident woman. That I’ve accomplished so much in life because I don’t fear anything or anyone. They ar...
2019-01-3117 min
Creative BreakthroughFilmmaker Ed Love – How Dreaming Big Motivates You To Live Your Best LifeEd grew up on the east side of Cleveland, Ohio. The youngest of 6 siblings, Ed was determined not to be another hopeless statistic from the inner city. In High School where he gained a reputation for Singing, DJ’ing and being a class clown, Ed also knew he wanted more out of life. Using his jokes and charm, Ed won over his high school sweetheart and now wife, Mrs. Love, and soon after graduating High School he enlisted in the US Army and was well on his way to building a career in the telecommunications industry. A...
2019-01-2439 min
Creative BreakthroughAuthor Jasmin Darznik: How to Share Your Story With the WorldJasmin Darznik, the New York Times bestselling author joins us to answer questions on writing your story, developing a portfolio, finding an agent and much more! Jasmin Darznik’s debut novel Song of a Captive Bird is a fictional account of Iran’s trailblazing woman poet, Forugh Farrokhzad. It was selected as a New York Times Book Review “Editors’ Choice” as well as one of 2018’s “Best Books” by Vogue, Ms. and Newsweek. Jasmin is also the author of the New York Times bestseller The Good Daughter: A Memoir of My Mother’s Hidden Life. Her books have been published and are for...
2019-01-1737 min
Creative BreakthroughBONUS EPISODE Jasmin Darznik on her NYT bestselling novelsIn this bonus episode, we continue our conversation with New York Times bestselling author Jasmin Darznik. She shares insights and her thoughts on her bestselling books The Good Daughter and Song of a Captive Bird. Jasmin Darznik’s debut novel Song of a Captive Bird is a fictional account of Iran’s trailblazing woman poet, Forugh Farrokhzad. It was selected as a New York Times Book Review “Editors’ Choice” as well as one of 2018’s “Best Books” by Vogue, Ms. and Newsweek. Jasmin is also the author of the New York Times bestseller The Good Daughter: A Memoir of My Mother...
2019-01-1440 min
Creative BreakthroughAuthor Jasmin Darznik: How to Overcome Fear and Tell Your StoryJasmin Darznik’s debut novel Song of a Captive Bird is a fictional account of Iran’s trailblazing woman poet, Forugh Farrokhzad. It was selected as a New York Times Book Review “Editors’ Choice” as well as one of 2018’s “Best Books” by Vogue, Ms. and Newsweek. Jasmin is also the author of the New York Times bestseller The Good Daughter: A Memoir of My Mother’s Hidden Life. Her books have been published and are forthcoming in seventeen countries and her essays have appeared in numerous periodicals, including the New York Times, Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times. Jasmin was born...
2019-01-1034 minCreative BreakthroughHow to Set Goals to be Successful and WinWelcome back to another episode of the Creative Breakthrough! Happy New Year! I love the start of a new year. It’s a time to restart, reenergize, and redo! And I love setting new goals! But before we begin, couple of announcements… My website got spammed! Somehow someone subscribed over 1,000 new emails to my website. At first, I thought, wow, I’m popular but then I realized they were all the fake yahoo and Hotmail email addresses. That said, I wiped my entire email list clean. So, if you were subscribed (or thought you were), please sub...
2019-01-0315 minCreative BreakthroughThe Best of 2018 - Compilation of Advice from CreativesWelcome back to another episode of the Creative Breakthrough! Hope you all had a wonderful holiday weekend and had time to rest, relax, and spend time with your friends and family! As 2018 comes to a close, I want to say thank you to all of you for listening, sharing, and subscribing! Canada – I see you! We made the top 200 podcasts in Canada last week! This week I decided to mash up all the best insight, stories, and advice from the past 13 episodes into one creativity crash course! ...
2018-12-2729 min
Creative BreakthroughNike's Precious Hannah: How to Translate Inspiration into CreativityPrecious Hannah (from episode 12) is back to talk to us about her creative process and where her inspiration comes from when she is designing a shoe. A footwear designer at Jordan/Nike, the lessons Hannah shares are on point and relatable to any creative on their journey. Links Mentioned: Pensole Academy Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, Spotify, and Google Play Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): https://funnybrowngirl.libsyn.com/rss Announcements If you’re looking for a community...
2018-12-2013 min
Creative BreakthroughHow Building Her Network Led Precious Hannah to Her Dream Job as a Footwear Designer for JordanPrecious Hannah is currently a Footwear Designer for the Jordan Brand. She started her career at Nike as an intern and worked her way to footwear design – her passion and her goal. She is also a Pensole alum, a design academy that educates and challenges the next generation of product creators to be successful in the industry through classes and competition. In Hannah’s words, “Don’t tell me the sky is the limit when there are footprints on the moon”. Tell her she can’t do it- challenge accepted. Her teachers introduced her to sleepless nig...
2018-12-1339 minCreative BreakthroughTime How to Manage Your Time to be Successful in Your Creative JourneyEpisode 11: Time Management with Shereen Kassam, Funny Brown Girl Many of you reached out after Episode 09 on Work Life Balance with additional questions, mostly about time management. So here you go! Here are my 5 keys to success for time management. Be passionate Set Goals Be Organized Prioritize Reward yourself! Links Mentioned: Passion Planner: www.funnybrowngirl.com/passionplanner Post-it Notes: www.funnybrowngirl.com/postit Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, Spotify, and Google Play Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): ...
2018-12-0615 min
Creative BreakthroughVocalist Laurin Talese: How to Be Unstoppable and be Noticed for Your Talents“I felt I was living on 10% battery life” Laurin has performed in a host of national and international venues such as The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia's Academy of Music, The National, and, most recently, in front of a sold-out crowd at Philadelphia’s Kimmel Center, among many others. She frequently collaborates with a host of internationally celebrated recording artists including Bilal, Robert Glasper, Vivian Green, and Christian McBride. Her first album, entitled GORGEOUS CHAOS (2016), was produced by and features in-demand producers such as Adam Blackstone and Ulysses Owens, Jr. Laurin’s record was listed as a top 1...
2018-11-2941 minCreative BreakthroughHow to Balance Your Creative Passion with Your CareerIt cost Shereen thousands of dollars in medical bills to realize she didn’t have a mysterious disease that kept sending her to the emergency room; it was the stress of her job that was wreaking havoc on her body. In this episode, Shereen will share with you how she transformed her life and her career by setting boundaries, working smarter (not harder), and believing in herself. This episode will focus on the necessary tools needed to create a better mental and physical state for oneself. Now go flex your creative muscle and keep winning! Li...
2018-11-2119 min
Creative BreakthroughActor Rizwan Manji - How to Be Successful in HollywoodRizwan Manji is best known for playing Rajiv, the hysterically officious, scheming assistant manager of a call center in the NBC comedy OUTSOURCED, part of the network’s prestigious Thursday night comedy lineup. This groundbreaking TV show was the first American sitcom to be based in India and feature a predominantly Indian cast. Rizwan has also appeared on many popular TV shows including GLEE, ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT, IT’S ALWAYS SUNNY IN PHILADELPHIA, ANOTHER PERIOD, WITHOUT A TRACE, 24, NCIS, BONES, PRIVIL EGED, and BETTER OFF TED. Other memorable credits include THE WOLF OF WALL STREET, THE DICTAT...
2018-11-1536 minCreative BreakthroughHow The Power of Yes Will Open Doors in Your Creative JourneyI’m a big believer in saying YES. In this episode, I talk about the positive impacts of saying YES even when you're not sure you can do it. I challenge you to say YES to something new, fun, exciting, or different this week and then drop me a line and tell me how it made you feel! Now go flex your creative muscle and keep winning! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, Spotify, and Google Play Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): https://funnybrown...
2018-11-0811 min
Creative BreakthroughRadio Host Lady Laura Diaz: How to Be Seen and HeardThe Host of "Mix Morning Show with Laura Diaz", Laura is the definition of hard work, grit, and hustle. A former news anchor and reporter, Laura shares with us her story, including what it means to hustle and how she’s dealt with the haters especially when it came to her race and ethnicity. Laura is an alum of UCF and UF College of Journalism and Communication. Key Questions answered by Laura Diaz: How to be a TV anchor What is the definition of “hustle”? How to be seen and noticed How she became a on-air radio per...
2018-11-0133 minCreative BreakthroughHow to Find Your Creative PassionWhat’s your passion? If you are unsure, this episode is for you! Stop spending money and time on expensive courses, books, and Instagram quotes. Instead tune in to this episode of Creative Breakthrough where Shereen Kassam aka Funny Brown Girl will provide you tips and advice on how to find your passion. Join the conversation! Key Questions answered by Shereen Kassam: How to find your passion How finding your passion will change your life What can you do today to start finding your passion Shereen discusses: How you can m...
2018-10-2522 min
Creative BreakthroughComedian Maz Jobrani: How to Take Charge of Your DreamsHear how Maz Jobrani went from being a PhD student to an internationally known stand-up comedian. Maz discusses the importance of following your dreams, practicing your craft, and making opportunities for yourself. Maz Jobrani has been seen on CBS’s SUPERIOR DONUTS and is a founding member of THE AXIS OF EVIL COMEDY TOUR. Maz Jobrani stared in the CBS sitcom SUPERIOR DONUTS, opposite Jermaine Fowler and Judd Hirsh. You can check out his first original standup special “IMMIGRANT” on Netflix and 3 other solo specials on Showtime. In 2016 he performed at the White House and is a found...
2018-10-1848 minCreative BreakthroughHow to Create a Positive Mindset and Believe You Are Enough In episode three, Shereen talks about the importance of believing in yourself, pursuing your passions wholeheartedly, and not listening to the doubters. Talking about her challenges pursuing acting, Shereen discusses how she had to believe that she is enough and to stop doubting herself. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, Spotify and Google Play Links mentioned on this episode com – I met a fabulous group to learn how to start a podcast com – I love this site! They’re always offering free courses and discounts on pop...
2018-10-1114 min
Creative BreakthroughFilm Director Tina Mabry: How to Turn Rejection Into SuccessA native of Tupelo, Mississippi, Tina Mabry graduated from the University of Southern California’s School of Cinematic Arts with an MFA in Film Production in 2005. A true hyphenate, Tina is a writer, director, and producer for television and film. She is currently a writer and producer for Fox’s upcoming series, PROVEN INNOCENT. She was a co-producer, writer, and director for the second season of USA’s hit drama QUEEN OF THE SOUTH. Tina was also a producer, writer, and director on OWN’s QUEEN SUGAR created by Ava DuVernay and Oprah Winfrey. Tina produced and directed MELODY 1963: LOVE HAS TO WIN...
2018-10-111h 03
Creative BreakthroughMeet Shereen Kassam aka FunnyBrownGirl Welcome to Creative Breakthrough! Thank you for checking out this show! In this introduction episode, I share with you who I am and why I decided to start this show. I share with you my corporate journey, and how my career inspired me to pursue my creative passion and turn it into a profitable brand. I also talk about the inspiration of this podcast. I have spent countless hours looking for mentors and a network of creatives to provide advice, mentorship, and real-life strategies. And I have to admit it’s a struggle! So I decided to cr...
2018-10-1112 minCreative BreakthroughIntroducing Creative Breakthrough with Shereen KassamJoin stand-up comedian and radio personality, Shereen Kassam for in-depth conversations with creatives from across TV, film, music, radio, comedy, literature, and beyond to learn real life strategies to help you on your creative journey. Subscribe today! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher and Google Play Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): https://funnybrowngirl.libsyn.com/rss Announcements If you’re looking for a community of supportive creatives who are all working to take our passion project to the next level, subscribe for my newsletter: http://funnybrowngirl.com/subscrib...
2018-09-2302 min
Monsters in the MorningLittle Tiny Tiny Balls08.09.2016 Rio Olympics and and do you have gold in your system. Is cupping a real thing? RRR - SNL comic who did album covers. Comic Shereen Kassam in studio. Can we find Shereen a man. Preds Coach Keefe in studio. Orange County Sheriff Demings in studio
2016-08-1055 min
Learn Educate DiscoverEp 22: Standup Comedy with Shereen Kassam a.k.a "Funny Brown Girl", Standup ComedianStandup Comedian Shereen Kassam, who goes by the stage name "Funny Brown Girl", talks about what it takes to get a foothold in the world of Standup Comedy.
Some of the areas we touch upon in this episode include:
1. What is standup comedy
2. Essential elements of a great comedy act
3. Building stage presence
4. Building your brand
5. Financial aspects of working as a comedian
6. Interesting and challenging aspects of working as a comedian
7. How to nurture your interest in working as a comedian
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