Voices of Atlanta

Every voice has a story, so I hit the streets of Atlanta to capture the voices that I meet along the way.In this conversation, Libby talked about playing pickle ball, reinventing herself, and dancing with her son. This conversation reminds me of a Jewish proverb, which says that "A mother understands what a child does not say."If you have any comments or suggestion of questions that I should ask, please email me at voicesofatlantapodcast@gmail.com

Every voice has a story, so I hit the streets of Atlanta to capture the voices that I meet along the way.In this conversation, Margaret talked about waking up with gratitude, losing her husband, and choosing to be happy. This conversation reminds me of a quote from Naval Ravikant, which says that “Desire is a contract you make with yourself to be unhappy until you get what you want.”If you have any comments or suggestion of questions that I should ask, please email me at voicesofatlantapodcast@gmail.com

Every voice has a story, so I hit the streets of Atlanta to capture the voices that I meet along the way.In this conversation, Ann talked about the memory of her grandmother, the moment her mind went blank during a test, and facing the truly heartbreaking thing as a parent. This conversation reminds me of a quote from Viktor Frankl, in his book Man's Search for Meaning, which says that “Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one's own way.” If you have any comments or suggestion of questions that I should ask, please email me at voicesofatlantapodcast@gmail.com

Every voice has a story, so I hit the streets of Atlanta to capture the voices that I meet along the way. In this conversation, Kristi talked about being lost and found, going to the games with her dad, and being your funky self. This conversation reminds me of a quote from Stanley Behrman, which says that “When my daughter says ‘Daddy I need you!' I wonder if she has any idea that I need her billion times more.”

In this conversation, Vivian talked about keeping busy at 93, welcoming death, and a simple advice for living a long life. This conversation reminds me of a quote that I try to remind myself everyday, which says that “Any day above ground is a good day.”

Every voice has a story, so I hit the streets of Atlanta to capture the voices that I meet along the way. In this conversation, Jane talked about her mother's influence and confronting the utmost fearful moment as a mother. This conversation reminds me of a quote from Maya Angelou, who said that "My mother shed her protective love down around me and without knowing why people sensed that I had value."

Every voice has a story, so I hit the streets of Atlanta to capture the voices that I meet along the way. In this conversation, Hugo talked about his time in the military, lessons from his father, and the reflective beautify of a cemetery. This conversation reminds me of a quote from Carlos Ruiz Zafon, which says that “All true stories begin and end in a cemetery.”

Welcome to Voices of Atlanta, a everyday podcast about everyday people. In this conversation, Deanna, a fellow muggle, talked about a mother’s lesson in helping others, the magic of Harry Potter, and how to resolve personal issues through writing.This conversation reminds me of a quote from  the musician Jana Stanfield, who said that “I cannot do all the good that the world needs. But the world needs all the good that I can do.”

Welcome to Voices of Atlanta, where I try to capture the stories of the people I meet on the streets of Atlanta, by asking them some of life's smaller questions.In this conversation, I talked to Kate about finding balances in mindful movements, between the joy of helping others and the fear of criticisms, and within yourself.This conversation reminds me of a quote from Rumi, a Persian poet and Sufi mystic, who said that: “Life is a balance between holding on and letting go.”

Welcome to Voices of Atlanta, where I try to capture the stories of the people I meet on the streets of Atlanta, by asking them some of life's smaller questions. In this conversation, I talked to Kelly about the clique-ish culture of Atlanta, the influence of her children, and embracing the randomnesses of life. This conversation reminds me of a quote from  the writer Jeanette Winterson, who said that “Life cannot be calculated ... [Randomness] is part of the equation.”

Welcome to Voices of Atlanta, where I try to capture the stories of the people I meet on the streets of Atlanta, by asking them some of life's smaller questions. In this conversation, I talked to Kadek about growing up in Bali, the life-changing influence of a teacher, and the unexpected kindness of strangers. This conversation is brought to you by Time, who wants to remind you that “the time you enjoy wasting is never a waste of time”.

Welcome to Voices of Atlanta, where I try to capture the stories of people I meet on the streets of Atlanta by asking them some of life's smaller questions. In this conversation, I talked to Richard about the lesson of people watching, the ride he would never do again, and his life-long journey in healing. This conversation reminds me of a quote from Rumi, a Persian poet and Sufi mystic, who said that: “The wound is the place where the Light enters you.”

Welcome to Voices of Atlanta, where I talk to people on the streets of Atlanta to capture their stories by asking them some of life’s smaller questions.In this conversation, Lindsay shared her story of the simple acceptance of a neighbor, practicing the way of living the questions, and the loss and lasting influence of a loyal companion.This conversation reminded me of the question from the poet Rainer Maria Rilke, who asked: “Is not impermanence the very fragrance of our days?”

In this conversation, I talked to James about being in the military, enjoying the small moments, and remembering a grandmother's breakfast.

In this conversation, I talked to Max about finding blessings and taking it one day at a time.

In this conversation, I talked to Noemi, with the help of her son, about growing up in Mexico, dealing with life's struggles, and building a better life in America.

In this conversation, I talked to Beverly about looking at the sky, the best rides at an amusement park, and learning to forgive.

In this conversation, I talked to Gamal about soccer, the fruit of Christianity, and a father's bucket list.Reach out at: voicesatlanta@gmail.com

In this conversation, I talked to Bree about the fear of starting, the power of a goal, and a last conversation. Note: The mic on Bree mysteriously malfunctioned at the very beginning of the interview, so the gusty wind also joined the conversation, courtesy of a backup recording. Reach out at: voicesatlanta@gmail.com

In this conversation, I talked to Nicole about the power of nature, eliminating negatives, and rethinking Starbucks.Reach out at: voicesatlanta@gmail.com

In this conversation, I talked to Kavon about finding oneself, divorcing fear, and a mother's influence. Reach out at: voicesatlanta@gmail.com

A walk in the Decatur CemeteryReach out at: voicesatlanta@gmail.com

In this episode, I asked Sylvia some of life's smaller questions.Reach out at: voicesatlanta@gmail.com

Jamia is the first person I spoke to on the street of Atlanta. She wore a mask that says "Mom of #33". And she kindly agreed for me to capture her voice and ask her some of life's smaller questions. Reach out at: voicesatlanta@gmail.com