Hustle Behind The Glory

In this episode, Sumana takes us through her personal journey of following her passion for music while maintaining a 9 to 5 corporate jobs until she decided to go full-time on her musical career. We aim to highlight the challenges, successes, and lessons she has learned along the way, inspiring listeners who may be balancing their own passions with their professional careers. Key Links Sumana's contacts:Official website : www.sumanamusic.comFacebook : www.facebook.com/sumanamusic Instagram : www.instagram.com/sumanamusic YouTube : www.youtube.com/sumanamusic Sumana's Coach: Vanupie : https://www.youtube.com/@VanupieOfficiel

Welcome to Season 2 of Behind the Glory as I ponder about the days that are supposed to be the most days of my life. This episode is a self-reflection as I celebrate my 33 years of age and share my experience of being converted from a critic to a fervent fan.

It is our last Episode of Season one, in this episode, the Host of Hustle Behind the Glory looks back and appreciates the People, moments, challenges and Highlights that were part of this endeavour. More information is shared on what to expect in season two (2) and the vision behind HBTG. Many Thanks to the Guests, Fans, mentors, Friends, Family that supported us in a way or another through this journey.  And Most importantly, all thanks to the Almighty.

Timothy Nyanzi is an Uganda stand up comedian, writer, creator and comedy mentor. Some of his comedy productions in Uganda includes "The Punchliners", "More Coffee More Comedy", "open mic night" and Many more.    He has worked with numerous brand name in the east African comedy industry among them Anne Kansiime, Daniel Omara, Pablo, Dr Hillary, Ak Dans.   In this episode, Timothy Share with us his journey into the comedy industry and what motivates him to help Comedy bring the best out of themselves. 

Paul introduces himself as an introvert but also a daydreamer who gets motivated by Crazy goals. In this episode, the 2020 East African Champion of Public Speaker Shares with us his journey through public Speaking and the Challenges and Sacrifices that he had to endure.  Paul Kavuma holds a Bachelor's degree in Architecture and a Master's in Business Administration (MBA). He is an Entrepreneur, a farmer, a house designer, a paint artist and loves dancing.    He also works with Ashland Motors Africa as General Manager.  He joined Toastmasters International in 2016. He started participating in Toastmasters speech contests that same year. He emerged the best at the *club level* speaking contests in 2016, 2018 and 2019.  He was the best speaker in Table Topics and international speech Contests at *Area* Level 2020, Best speaker in both Table Topics and international speech Contests at *Division Level* 2020, Best speaker in Table Topics and international speech Contests at *East African Level* 2020. ( *8* titles in one year) He is also the Immediate Past President of Muyenga Toastmasters club. Book Recommendations: 1. "Quiet: The Power Of Introverts in a World that can't Stop Talking" Susan Cain. 2. "Gifted Hands", Ben Carlson. Special Thanks to: 1. Stephen Mwanje 2. Beverley Nambozo Nsegiyunva. 3. Connie Nshemereirwe. 4. Toastmasters International  5. Engage Kenya Contacts Paul Kavuma Email: paulkavuma1@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paul.kavuma.7

Beverley Nambozo Nsengiyunva is a Ugandan speaker, author, poet, public speaking trainer, and mentor. As a Distinguished Toastmaster, she relishes sharing the importance of garnering Public Speaking skills by training children and adults. She is keen to change the landscape of public speaking in Africa into a proactive platform.   Beverley holds a Master's Degree in Creative Writing, with a Distinction, from Lancaster University and will soon publish her second poetry collection, 'Dress me in Disobedience.'   She is the Founder of the Babishai Niwe Poetry Foundation, that promotes African poetry, through poetry and nature programmes, poetry festivals, and prizes.   For more details about the Guest: Personal Blog: http://bnpoetryaward.blogspot.com Facebook: @Beverley Nambozo Nsengiyunva Twitter: https://twitter.com/BNPoetryAward Website: www.babishainiwe.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Nambozobev   Book Recommendation 1.The African Saga, by Dr Susan N. Kiguli:  2. A thousand Voices Rising, an African Poetry Anthology Compiled by Beverley Nambozo.  3. Awaken the Giant Within, By Anthony Robbins 4. Poisonwood Bible, by Barbara Kingsolver 5. Stop Listen to your Child think by Manuela Mulondo :    

"I thank my Mum for the life in a Refugee Camp because today people pay me to hear my Story" Says AK Dans, The 23 years old south Soudanese Standup Comedian taking the international stage by storm. Born in the Kakuma Refugee Camp in Kenya, AK Dans Worked as a Furniture broker in the streets of Kampala before getting introduced to Comedy in 2016. Join us in this episode of Hustle Behind the glory (HBTG) as AK Dans take us through the hustle behind being his awards, TV show and his upcoming Book " the Woke Refugee".

Born in Entebbe in Uganda, Doreen Baingana was inspired by Toni Morrison quote: "if there is a book that you want to read but it hasn't been written yet, then you must write it". Doreen takes us through the Challenges and sacrifices that she endured to produce the multiple award-winning Novel "Tropical Fish.”  1. Full profile of Doreen Baingana Click here 2. To buy a copy of tropical Fish, Click here 3. More on Toni Morrison, Click here 4. Recommended book by our guest :     - Kintu by Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi     - The sympathiser by Viet Thanh Nguyen Special thanks to Mustafa Maluka  Download BePerk : The Rebirth of social media. About the host, visit www.ralphsamba.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ralphthemurega/?hl=en Please subscribe to The podcast and kindly leave a review.

Since he was 14 years, Gudul Omari knew he was destined to play Basketball at the highest level. Inspired by some of Basketball's greatest Kobe Bryant, Kevin Garnet and the King Lebron James, Gudul is now a professional Basketball Player in Europe, Played for the national basketball team of his Home Country the Democratic Republic of Congo and has just got started. In this interview, Gudul Share with us the background story of his hustle, the sacrifices he made and wisdom acquired.  We dedicate this episode to the memory of Elan Wakilongo and the victim of Bukavu Boat accident, Coach Thomas Smatts Olumbo and Kobe Bryant the legend.

When Julie Olum started frameambition.com, all she wanted was a Blog where she could share her travel stories and experiences. Today Frame Ambition is now the brand behind one of the most visited travel blogs full of Travel Tips and resources, remote working Career Hacks, modeling coupled with a vibrant YouTube Channel attracting traffic of thousands of visitors, and a strong social media presence. For more visit: https://www.frameambition.com/

When Julie Olum started frameambition.com, all she wanted was a Blog where she could share her travel stories and experiences. Today Frame Ambition is now the brand behind one of the most visited travel blogs full of Travel Tips and resources, remote working Career Hacks, modeling coupled with a vibrant YouTube Channel attracting traffic of thousands of visitors, and a strong social media presence. For more visit: https://www.frameambition.com/

When you meet Nandi Kegode, all you see is a Joyful, energetic and friendly person; Little will you know that she had to go through numerous wars including her battle against Drug addiction.  She gave a talk on the stage of Engage Kenya that is worth listening. Click to view the talk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRhhM3zuk1Q

Welcome to Our Very First Episode with Dj SlimLion Setting a relaxed mood with his Electronic Dance Music Mixes.  On this episode, Tony Macridis aka Dj SlimLion takes us through his hustle of becoming a respected professional Dj in a society where being a Dj is not considered a Job.  To Listen to Dj SlimLion Mixes, visit his Mixcloud account https://www.mixcloud.com/theslimlion/  

This podcast reveals the hustle hidden behind the glorious lifestyle seen on TV.