Umuco Podcast

This episode was taken from from our liveshow, Wellness Wednesday with our co-host and friend Consolee Nishimwee! We chat about The Woman King and it's immediate impact on our lives!

In this short episode taken from our YouTube channel, Alex (and Dydine) try 10 different accents in 10 minutes. We mean no offense ❤️ 

In this short episode taken from our YouTube channel, Alex (and Dydine) try 10 different accents in 10 minutes. We mean no offense ❤️ 

What is code switching and why do we do it? We chat about how childhood and environments can shape our "characters" in this Informative convo!

What is code switching and why do we do it? We chat about how childhood and environments can shape our "characters" in this Informative convo!

Alex and Dydine explore Cali and Buentaventura while embracing different sides to the Afro-Colombian culture!

Alex and Dydine explore Cali and Buentaventura while embracing different sides to the Afro-Colombian culture!

We go to Colombia for speaking engagments, a book fair, and food ! But along the way we run in to some . . . complications.IMAGINE: Reflections on Peace link below!https://theviifoundation.org/projects/imagine/Cutom Cards by Gigihttps://www.gigiscards.com/ 

We go to Colombia for speaking engagments, a book fair, and food ! But along the way we run in to some . . . complications. IMAGINE: Reflections on Peace link below! https://theviifoundation.org/projects/imagine/ Cutom Cards by Gigi https://www.gigiscards.com/  

Dydine gives a TED Talk and Alex catches a "cold"

Dydine gives a TED Talk and Alex catches a "cold"

How do we treat people? Do we keep our families in mind when making important decisions? And what do we have to do to recognize that our world needs more love than power? All questions asked here!

How do we treat people? Do we keep our families in mind when making important decisions? And what do we have to do to recognize that our world needs more love than power? All questions asked here!

Singer/Songwriter, Actor, Anti-Bullying advocate Presley Aronson hops on the show to talk about his life as a performer, his love for music and production, and his work with Anti-bullying!

Singer/Songwriter, Actor, Anti-Bullying advocate Presley Aronson hops on the show to talk about his life as a performer, his love for music and production, and his work with Anti-bullying!

Michael Thompson joins us in this scintillating episode to talk about his life living in Germany, his time in the army, along with his current supervisory role within the Department of Homeland Security. Michael is RICH with life with many lessons to share on love and legacy!

Michael Thompson joins us in this scintillating episode to talk about his life living in Germany, his time in the army, along with his current supervisory role within the Department of Homeland Security. Michael is RICH with life with many lessons to share on love and legacy!

We walk you through the ins and outs of starting a podcast in this short series. In this final segment we talk about what's arguably the most important aspect of starting a podcast: MARKETING! A few hosting sites you can use: Buzzsprout Captivate Transistor Castos RSS.com PodBean Resonate Sounder.fm (+ many more to chose from!)

We walk you through the ins and outs of starting a podcast in this short series. In this final segment we talk about what's arguably the most important aspect of starting a podcast: MARKETING! A few hosting sites you can use: Buzzsprout Captivate Transistor Castos RSS.com PodBean Resonate Sounder.fm (+ many more to chose from!)

We walk you through the ins and outs of starting a podcast in this short series. REALLY SIMPLE SYNDICATION! A few hosting sites you can use: Buzzsprout Captivate Transistor Castos RSS.com PodBean Resonate Sounder.fm (+ many more to chose from!)Check out our YouTube channel for the full video!

We walk you through the ins and outs of starting a podcast in this short series. REALLY SIMPLE SYNDICATION! A few hosting sites you can use: Buzzsprout Captivate Transistor Castos RSS.com PodBean Resonate Sounder.fm (+ many more to chose from!) Check out our YouTube channel for the full video!

We walk you through the ins and outs of starting a podcast in this short series. TLDR: Your phone is amazing!

We walk you through the ins and outs of starting a podcast in this short series. TLDR: Your phone is amazing!

We walk you through the ins and outs of starting a podcast in this short series. Start with an idea and be consistent!

We walk you through the ins and outs of starting a podcast in this short series. Start with an idea and be consistent!

Dr. Adam Dorsay joins us to talk about the necessity of emotional intelligence and how men can embrace our vulnerable sides. It was a joy to learn more about the science of therapy and ourselves as well in this introspective episode!

Dr. Adam Dorsay joins us to talk about the necessity of emotional intelligence and how men can embrace our vulnerable sides. It was a joy to learn more about the science of therapy and ourselves as well in this introspective episode!

Melody Seraydarian joins us as we talk about the Armenian Genocide and the importance of remembering our ancestors strength through challenging times!

Melody Seraydarian joins us as we talk about the Armenian Genocide and the importance of remembering our ancestors strength through challenging times!

Kira Omans joins us to talk about her life! After being born in China, left by a bridge, then being adopted and brought to the US, Kira has a lot to talk about from her love of dance and acting to her advocacy for adoption. Tune in for this exciting episode!

Kira Omans joins us to talk about her life! After being born in China, left by a bridge, then being adopted and brought to the US, Kira has a lot to talk about from her love of dance and acting to her advocacy for adoption. Tune in for this exciting episode!

In the Season 4 premiere we chat with Aram Choe, a Southern California Police Sergeant and Adjunct Professor of Communications at California Baptist University. Aram opens up about his path to law enforcement, how he overcame multiple tragedies, and his devotion to his faith in this exciting and launch of the Umuco Podcast Season 4!

In the Season 4 premiere we chat with Aram Choe, a Southern California Police Sergeant and Adjunct Professor of Communications at California Baptist University. Aram opens up about his path to law enforcement, how he overcame multiple tragedies, and his devotion to his faith in this exciting and launch of the Umuco Podcast Season 4!

Join us on our Season 3 finale as Alexia Vassiliou walks through her amazing life with strong messages of overcoming, hope, and striving for your best!

Join us on our Season 3 finale as Alexia Vassiliou walks through her amazing life with strong messages of overcoming, hope, and striving for your best!

Join us as we speak with Magda Zenon about her experiences in apartheid South Africa, her insatiable curiosity, and how we can all do work individually to create real change!

Join us as we speak with Magda Zenon about her experiences in apartheid South Africa, her insatiable curiosity, and how we can all do work individually to create real change!

Listen in as we chat with Cate Woodward, a senior at the American University, talk about her international travels and the important cultural lessons she took away from those experiences. Cate was exciting great to talk with and we can't wait for you to hear!

Listen in as we chat with Cate Woodward, a senior at the American University, talk about her international travels and the important cultural lessons she took away from those experiences. Cate was exciting great to talk with and we can't wait for you to hear!

Listen in as we speak with Candace Megerssa about her upbringing in Atlanta, her Ethiopian heritage and community, and how both aspects of her identity have carved her path to become the women she is today.

Listen in as we speak with Candace Megerssa about her upbringing in Atlanta, her Ethiopian heritage and community, and how both aspects of her identity have carved her path to become the women she is today.

Join us as we chat about Genocide Awarness Month this April, the corrosive power of hate and how we can all see the light within all of us. 

Join us as we chat about Genocide Awarness Month this April, the corrosive power of hate and how we can all see the light within all of us.

Join us on our 3rd episode of Season 3 as we speak with Monika Dorniak about her love life, the lessons she learned growing up in a small German village, and how we can own our lives to become our best selves!

Join us on our 3rd episode of Season 3 as we speak with Monika Dorniak about her love life, the lessons she learned growing up in a small German village, and how we can own our lives to become our best selves!

Join us as we speak with Diya Abdo about the our responsibility to help those in need of refuge and the importance of lending our ears and hearts to listen to others struggles. Diya talks about her Palestinian heritage and how that influences all of the amazing work she does for people now!

Join us as we speak with Diya Abdo about the our responsibility to help those in need of refuge and the importance of lending our ears and hearts to listen to others struggles. Diya talks about her Palestinian heritage and how that influences all of the amazing work she does for people now!

Speaker Monica Singh joins us in episode 1 of season 3 to talk about her healing journey after suffering an acid attack at the age of 19. She lets her humor and resiliency shine in this season 3 premiere as we learn how to own our lives and make it into something beautiful after experiencing great tragedy. Make sure to check out her work with her Non-Profit Organization, the Mahendra Singh Foundation to learn more about the incredible work she's been able to accomplish. We're excited to have Monica the first half of season 3 focusing on Women's History Month and the importance of sharing these stories!

Speaker Monica Singh joins us in episode 1 of season 3 to talk about her healing journey after suffering an acid attack at the age of 19. She lets her humor and resiliency shine in this season 3 premiere as we learn how to own our lives and make it into something beautiful after experiencing great tragedy. Make sure to check out her work with her Non-Profit Organization, the Mahendra Singh Foundation to learn more about the incredible work she's been able to accomplish.We're excited to have Monica the first half of season 3 focusing on Women's History Month and the importance of sharing these stories!

Join us in our season 2 finale as we chat with our friend Samir Zakir about his work ethic, his career in politics, and his love of Afghan food in this exciting episode of the Umuco podcast!

Join us in our season 2 finale as we chat with our friend Samir Zakir about his work ethic, his career in politics, and his love of Afghan food in this exciting episode of the Umuco podcast!