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Ordinary Thoughts
by narrative media co.
It isn’t until a creator, entrepreneur, or any striving professional “makes it”, that their stories get told and amplified around the web. Sometimes, by looking too far ahead, we miss the opportunity to learn from, collaborate with, and celebrate our peers when they need the most support. What if, rather than listening to the mature thoughts of someone at the pinnacle of their career, we take a peek into the mind of a creator who’s in the middle of their journey?
Episodes
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visibility and vulnerability in poetry with the bee
We're talking to Harlem-native artist and poet, The Bee. Tune in to learn more about how they turned personal struggles into powerful performances, winning their first competition, and navigating the complex world of professional poetry. Moments: 1:32 Meet The Bee 4:26 Learning poetry and finding...
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soft life, real work with priscilla o. agyeman of saddie baddies
We're talking to Priscilla Agyeman, the visionary behind Saddie Baddies®, a platform dedicated to reshaping mental health discourse for young Black, Latinx, Asian, Indigenous, and multiracial communities. As a creative entrepreneur, thought leader, and mental health activist, Priscilla founded...
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poetry, publishing, and mental health with leisly ann roman
Leisly Ann Roman is a writer and poet whose work explores the intersections of cultural identity, mental health, and personal resilience. Born and raised in New York City as the eldest daughter of Dominican-immigrant parents, Leisly has been shaped by her experiences and the diverse cultures…
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the art of storytelling with zhane'l speaks
Everyday at the crack of dawn, Zhane’l Speaks enjoys sipping her chamomile tea as she writes about the one thing that intrigues her the most - love. For as long as she can remember, she has always been fascinated by love. Love enthralls her soul and pulls her closer to her purpose. Though love is…
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slam poetry and writing techniques with ShakinDaWorld
ShakinDaWorld is a rapper, singer, guitarist, and poet from Queens, New York. We’re talking to him about his introduction to poetry and music, his experiences as a mentor and teacher in those spaces, and what’s ahead for Troublemakers Collective. Moments: 1:06 meet ShakinDaWorld 8:03 writing...
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spoken truths with poet gabriel ramirez
Today we’re talking to Gabriel Ramirez, a Queer Afro-Caribbean poet, activist, and teaching artist whose powerful work serves as a catalyst for healing and social change. Their work has been featured in Huffington Post, VIBE Magazine, Blavity, Upworthy, and in renowned publications like POETRY...
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free your mind with chántelle adanna
Join us in supporting @chantelleadanna and her Free Mind campaign with @ifundwomen! Together, we can create space for Black women writers to share their stories, heal, and inspire. Your participation can make a real impact! Contribute here: [https://www.ifundwomen.com/projects/free-mind] ––...
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creating content and finding joy with aley arion
Aley Arion is a true multi-hyphenate and multi-passionate creative, who calls herself a 'creative hope-dealer.' From her roots as an OG blogger to becoming a lifestyle and wellness writer, Aley shares stories that inspire through fashion, advice, and everyday life. Her work has been featured on...
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afro-caribbean narratives and art with patricia encarnación
Patricia Encarnación is an Afro-Dominican visual artist and scholar whose work critically engages with colonial legacies and the socio-cultural layers within Afro-diasporic communities. Focusing on the Caribbean, Latin America, and its diaspora, Patricia explores material culture, collective...
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music, poetry, and performance with bonafide rojas
Bonafide Rojas is a poet, musician, and proud Nuyorican Bronx native. Bonafide is the author of four collections of poetry, including Pelo Bueno: A Day in the Life of a Nuyorican Poet, When the City Sleeps, Renovatio, and Notes on the Return to the Island, and most recently, Excelsior: New &...
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curls, culture, and confidence with nicol varona cancelmo of ocoa beauty
Nicol Varona Cancelmo is the co-founder and Marketing Lead of Ocoa, a premium hair care brand dedicated to helping Latinas embrace their natural curls. Inspired by the beauty of the Dominican Republic, Ocoa offers high-end curly hair products with clean, nourishing ingredients, empowering women…
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prose, power, and purpose with jrose
We have the honor of kicking off Season 2 with poet, educator, event curator, and artist JRose. Hailing from Queens, NY, JRose was Inspired by her love for Hip Hop, she began writing poetry at just 16, developing a profound and relatable style that transcends genres, from love and heartbreak to...
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from pro basketball to published poet with alejo rodriguez
Alejo A. Rodriguez, hailing from Dyckman, New York, is a published author, poet, and former professional basketball player. In 2022, Alejo made a notable debut with *Bad Poetry Vol. 1: Tumbleweed*, a collection that explores vulnerability and the human experience through raw and unfiltered…
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choosing the life you want with alyssa rivera
Alyssa Rivera is a poet and entrepreneur whose work centers creatives on a mission to change the world with their art. Our conversation is about overcoming obstacles and choosing the life you want. Moments: 1:15 Meet Alyssa 12:00 Redefining herself 15:10 Healing through writing 17:50 Being a...
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a Black experience in america with daniel c. haynes
Happy Juneteenth, fam! We’re bringing you a very special episode today. Our guest is journalist, poet, educator, and artist, Daniel C. Haynes. From Guyana to New York City, Daniel uses his words and creativity to make sense of the experiences of the Black diaspora. Our conversation is a tour...
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poetry, life, and laughter with yariana torres
We had the pleasure of getting to know Yariana Torres, a Bronx-based writer, with roots in the Dominican Republic. Her work focuses on identity, love, and culture, ultimately using her voice to illuminate the adolescent experience. She has worked with platforms including the Dominican Writers...
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keeping our stories alive with mariah espada
Mariah Espada is a Zillenial nuyorican journalist whose works have been seen on the cover of TIME magazine, Axios Latino, and more. We discussed her journey from growing up in Brooklyn public housing to sitting with some of our culture’s elite. We had a blast learning more about Mariah, her…
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a leap of faith with sandra bittar
In this episode, we’re talking to writer, poet, speaker, and mental health advocate, Sandra Bittar. In our first international interview, this Egyptian-born, Ottawa-based creative powerhouse gives us the inside scoop on her creative inspiration from her culture through her faith. We learn about…
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health is wealth with dr. andrea jacobo
Y’all are not ready for this! In one of our warmest conversations yet, we’re talking to Dr. Andrea Jacobo – a multi-lingual spoken word artist, storyteller, and community health organizer. She is first generation Afro-Dominican American, and her creative expression stems from her cultural roots…
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honoring your roots with raices media
This episode is a masterclass for early entrepreneurs. We have the pleasure of talking to Valerie Diaz and Gelly Guzman, the founders of Raices Media - two Dominican women based in Miami by way of Rhode Island. Their story– from early-life creatives to entrepreneurs in multiple joint ventures– is...
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healing through writing with massiel alfonso
We're so happy to be in community with Massiel Alfonso, a Dominican writer, poet, and author of the soul-stirring book, "Handful of Poems." Her book was awarded First Place in the Poetry Collections category of the 30th Annual Writer’s Digest Self-Published Book Awards. Massiel's verses delve…
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walk in your purpose with jennifer myers
In a world built to break Black women down, Jen’s commitment to collective healing is an act of resistance. Jennifer Myers wears multiple hats as a life coach, certified women’s circle facilitator, owner and host of the Open Heart Raw Story podcast, and seasoned yoga teacher and movement…
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higher creative frequencies with shakira hunt
Cybele and Isaiah had the pleasure of talking to Shakira Hunt, the Owner and Chief Creative Director of Philly-based Shakira Hunt Creative Studio Shakira is an interior designer by training, graduating from Moore College of Art & Design, with a BFA in Interior Design, and a photographer by trade....
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writing and identity with dhayana alejandrina
Our first guest on Ordinary Thoughts is poet, mentor, community facilitator, and author Dhayana Alejandrina! She began her literary journey at 9 years old in Santo Domingo, continuing to write as her family migrated to the United States in 2009. Her work explores the transformative power of…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
It isn’t until a creator, entrepreneur, or any striving professional “makes it”, that their stories get told and amplified around the web. Sometimes, by looking too far ahead, we miss the opportunity to learn from, collaborate with, and celebrate our peers when they need the most support. What if, rather than listening to the mature thoughts of someone at the pinnacle of their career, we take a peek into the mind of a creator who’s in the middle of their journey?
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narrative media co.
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