Reflections to Rise

Rahim Moosa sits down with award-winning documentary writer, director, producer and founder of Gay Agenda, Michelle Mama. Michelle shares how being an "outsider" became her greatest leadership strength. Her story offers deep insights into: 02:25 Early life and how layers of identity (Female, First Generation Canadian, Parsi/Zoroastrian, South Asian and Queer) shaped her observer mindset 9:00 The origins of the Parsi community 15:52 The project that changed everything: 21 Days to Nawroz (filmed in Iraq during the war)30:05 Launching Gay Agenda and why it's important to accurately represent LGBTQIA+ in the media with love and respect 40:21 Queerness, mentorship and advocacy: her coming out story, family acceptance while managing societal pressures from a South Asian lens59:22 Leadership: disarming hierarchy with community first values 1:02:09 Why diversity is strength (and how leaders can stop diluting it) 1:10:17 Legacy, mentorship, helping others and supporting the next generation Links mentioned: • 21 Days to Nawroz • Gay Agenda• Michelle Mama's Instagram • Gay Agenda InstagramIf this resonates, like/subscribe and share to support others on their journey.

Rahim Moosa connects with powerhouse vocalist Shirley Lewis as she shares the leadership lessons, life stories, and quiet strength behind some of the most iconic music ever made with George Michael.Guided first by her sister Linda Lewis, the first Black British female singer-songwriter to enter the UK charts and perform at Glastonbury, Shirley speaks about her childhood growing up in London’s East End to the world’s biggest stages.As the voice on George Michael’s Father Figure, Freedom! 90' , Amazing and countless live performances touring with George, Shirley built a career defined not by the spotlight, but by leading as a vocalist from the back of the stage. In this intimate conversation, Shirley opens up about:03:26 Linda Lewis: Her Sister as a Trailblazer & Curtain-Opener12:39 From Live Aid to Wembley: Meeting George Michael14:33 Creating the George Michael Sound19:29 Carrying George's leadership forward in her band, The George Michael Singers22:37 Reflecting on her own Power in "Father Figure" and "Freedom! 90'"25:54 Making the song "Father Figure"29:37 George Michael's Leadership Style32:30 Leading as a Woman in a Male Dominated Industry34:27 On Trusting Her Instincts 37:50 Signs & Synchronicities - how it led her to create The George Michael Singers Band and Tour44:12  Naming the Song of Her Life: “We Can Win” 🎧 Audio-only episode. For personal photos shared by Shirley, continue watching the video version.📸 Follow Shirley Lewis & The George Michael SingersInstagram: @shirleylewisofficialThe George Michael Singers: @georgemichaelsingers📣 Connect with Rahim / Reflections to RiseWebsite: rahimmoosa.comPodcast Instagram: @reflectionstorise

Rahim Moosa sits down with  Clayton Peters, Manager, Strategist and Brother to global comedy icon Russell Peters. Clayton’s insights remind us that leadership doesn’t always mean being in the spotlight. Sometimes, the most powerful impact is made behind the scenes. Clayton’s story offers a rare look into:The art of leading through reflection and driving success.Finding resilience through struggle and loss.Sustaining a global brand through vision, balance and foresight.What they discuss:00:00 Intro02:10 Convergence20:17 How Struggle Relates to Success26:53 Leading in the Background40:44 Reflection50:57 The Defining Moment1:00:23 The Next Chapter