We Are Human

This new series partnered alongside Project Feel highlights some of the wonderfully colorful creatives that will be showcased at their upcoming event, "Who is NYC?" In this episode we speak to Franck Godefroy Franck Henry Godefroy is a Haitian born photographer. He describes his work as a balance between a setting, its composition and Its emptiness. He welcomes and appreciates ambiguity through the minimalism of his work. Photography was a hobby for the beginning years but he has progressively felt the want to explore and expand in a more purposeful way. He's honed his lens in his journey to master his craft and show others the beauty he sees in the world around him. Recorded on 8/14/23 @ The residence of Franck Godefroy --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wearehumanpodcast/support

This new series partnered alongside Project Feel highlights some of the wonderfully colorful creatives that will be showcased at their upcoming event, "Who is NYC?" In this episode we speak to TImaLikesMusic With sultry, nostalgic R&B instrumentation and clever comical lyricism, TimaLikesMusic has taken listeners through a daily emotional journey ever since her big break as a guest on The Kelly Clarkson Show in November 2020 to talk about her viral series of humorous jingles posted on Instagram's Reels platform. Since then, Tima has composed music for companies & brands including Iliza Shlesinger's recent Netflix special Hot Forever, Ralph Lauren's short film, A Portrait of the American Dream, National Public Media podcast sponsorships, and more. Recently, her work on a podcast created in conjunction with YouTube and National Public Media, The Upload: Rise of the Creator Economy, won Best Branded Podcast at PR Daily's Content Marketing Awards. IG: https://www.instagram.com/timalikesmu... TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timalikesmusic Website: https://www.timalikesmusic.com/ Recorded on 8/15/23 @ Maria Hernandez Park --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wearehumanpodcast/support

This new series partnered alongside Project Feel highlights some of the wonderfully colorful creatives that will be showcased at their upcoming event, "Who is NYC?" In this episode we speak to Olivia Wells Olivia Wells grew up half in the US and half in Italy. Her experience as an immigrant, and subsequent homecoming, helped to hone her eye to the particularities of both cultures, which she strives to express visually through her artwork. Olivia graduated as a Master Mosaicist from the Scuola Mosaicisti del Friuli in 2016, where she was trained in classical Italian techniques. Since then, she has worked developing her own take on this ancient medium. Olivia is based out of her native New York City, where the medley of different cultures influences her every day. Recorded on 8/9/23 @ Outside the Lincoln Center for Performing Arts --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wearehumanpodcast/support

"Who is NYC?" This campaign partnered alongside Project Feel explores all the nuances behind living in New York City. In this episode we talk to Melika Dave aka Offering Rain. Melika is an NYC born and based multi-media artist and organizer of Indian & Ecuadorian descent working in the realms of audio, poetry, painting and design. They utilize their artistic practice in hopes of refreshing the earth like rain through poly-cultural sound, poetry and symbolism. Their previous work has been exhibited at Art on the Ave NYC, Soho House, Knockdown Center and Bronx Academy of Arts and Dance. As a DJ, they have worked in collaboration with HBO Max, Instagram, NTS Radio, mutual.love and the like. Their music has been featured on Euphoria, Genera+ion and Walker. Recorded on 8/8/23 @ Inwood Hill Park --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wearehumanpodcast/support

Wow we finally made it out of Brooklyn and into West Manhattan - Best coffee in the West Village?! Sofia thinks so! Check out her music here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/417KJsArngJS1d6WbkkxkQ?si=9xFJ3HPBQZqGJ9WHI1zBMA Recorded on 7/26/23 @ Café Kitsuné Sofia's pick https://open.spotify.com/track/0CXZxfq4FB701FQcrzqJyd?si=8c3341cb7d9b48f6 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wearehumanpodcast/support

"Your space will dictate how you feel, overall for everything that you do."   Recorded on 7/5/23 Consider checking out Project Feel below Website: www.projectfeel.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/project.feel/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProjectFeel Hector's pick https://open.spotify.com/track/2Cg9T9AvAQH25jGgydexrk?si=280951dfec224e7c --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wearehumanpodcast/support

Life is just one big Lego Store! Recorded on 6/21/23 @ Madison Square Park --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wearehumanpodcast/support

Gemini's tap in! Argentina stand up! Make sure to check out CVMILLE on IG: @cvmillemusic / https://www.youtube.com/@CVMILLE Recorded on 6/10/23 @ Bodhi / Columbus Park Camille's pick https://open.spotify.com/track/2CEf2gU5ZJamLXa3NrgAvA?si=68ed581e064a42d7 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wearehumanpodcast/support

Ok we really walked the entire Williamsburg Bridge! Rosie threw me a curveball and I had to conclude our time HA! We still dragging Florida. Rockaway over Cocoa Beach do not @ me! Recorded on 6/4/23 @ Essex Market (We couldn't record on the bridge duh) Rosie's pick https://open.spotify.com/track/49OMJ1prsRA7ZYgrAjz70c?si=3650c5e46f1e44b2 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wearehumanpodcast/support

Holy sh-t the sandwiches from Carmentas was crazy. This episode high-key made me miss my dad. For context I should disclose that Munya is my neighbor - Bushwick stand tf up! Recorded on 5/25/23 @ Carmenta's Munya's pick https://open.spotify.com/track/6Yt8PGw2VEbLH5pLTrXkHX?si=61b222920c884f20 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wearehumanpodcast/support

Another April Aries!? Oh Hellfire - we're basically a cult at this point. Tap in once more and SOAK it in air signs, you know you love us! Recorded on 5/13/23 @ The Residence of Sarah Van Sarah's pick https://open.spotify.com/track/0X6hQ8VqX1bKNn5eyT9sNF?si=cd22814a8fc9452e --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wearehumanpodcast/support

Always inspired by Hector's hustle. I gotta give him his flowers - plus he gave me a lil nudge to do we are human again so now we active where the magic happens! Shoutout to the Don! Consider supporting Hector's business https://doncarvajalcafe.com/ Recorded on 5/10/23 Somewhere in Long Island City Hector's pick https://open.spotify.com/track/5SQvsiPHmjwwbNvyTHbFau?si=dd30fe12e1d44c06 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wearehumanpodcast/support

Church girl turned realist. Quick shoutout to Sam for taking the train, an Uber, and then walking for this shoot. I just biked. April Aries back in black! Consider checking out Sam's article here: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/sex-addiction-evangelicals-religion_n_60b237f0e4b04ddf13ee60fb Recorded on 5/7/23 @ The Nitehawk Sam's pick https://open.spotify.com/track/6XDFFeinPXgy3auyC7huoC?si=9b84739cdcd9406d --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wearehumanpodcast/support

Pisces in the park! We are definitely not in Brooklyn anymore. This is Anthony's Shangri La - I owe you another drink when you read this. Consider checking out project feel @ https://www.projectfeel.com/ Recorded on 5/10/23 Somewhere in Juniper Valley Park Anthony's pick https://open.spotify.com/track/6pD0ufEQq0xdHSsRbg9LBK?si=9e9da59b8c0f453d --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wearehumanpodcast/support

Michael, a versatile creative, is probably the most articulate person I have come across since Franko Cintron. You were astral projecting? Dream bigger! Recorded on 5/5/23 @ The Residence of Michael J. Morgan Michael's pick https://open.spotify.com/track/78gke8uqCWgeqeQm6I9CGi?si=8d058a2b892b41a0 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wearehumanpodcast/support

Pedro books. He booked Rent, Wicked and Office Hours. He's also another April Aries and we love that. Right?!!??? Recorded on 5/8/23 @ Housing Works Bookstore Pedro's pick https://open.spotify.com/track/5nW4z3pfZgJAJ2QTCz9AIE?si=99b3490120fe4e06 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wearehumanpodcast/support

Yo Ella and Elijah might be the same person. The only difference is Elijah is allergic to tequila and Ella is an April Aries. Tap in! We got extra New York noise today. Recorded on 4/19/23 @ The Broadway Ella's pick https://open.spotify.com/track/1BQlFMbF8D0V0gutMmeSaA?si=2906e4d842ba41e1 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wearehumanpodcast/support

Whoa! Are we back? Clearly the both of us were so nervous recording this but damn I couldn't even publicly congratulate my friend on her marriage. Love you Ryan! Savannah STAND UP! Recorded on 4/14/23 Somewhere in Prospect Park Ryan's pick https://open.spotify.com/track/0cagX8TJSWStU6dXWHRAkT?si=1cb09d1ff3aa410a --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wearehumanpodcast/support

An update on life, and today's thought. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wearehumanpodcast/support

In this mid season finale Aaron, Auston, and myself get together to chat about their collective design house, Bemus, how they intend to uplift the community around them, transitioning to New York, and much more from dreams, the concept of time, meditation, & spirituality. For the first time ever, 98% raw and uncut, enjoy the episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wearehumanpodcast/support

Jenny and I discuss how she recently discovered the truth about her background, why her father was kept out of the picture by her mother, as well as how she is actively creating healthier patterns within her family. For more content be sure to check out our patreon: patreon.com/wearehuman --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wearehumanpodcast/support

Larissa and I discuss how chaotic and rewarding it is working for the media, the importance of ethical practices within the industry, how we consume and seek information, as well as the biases within major news networks. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wearehumanpodcast/support

Hector and I discuss the beginning, present, and future of his company, Don Carvajal Café, important lessons he learned while in the Dominican Republic, and how he intends to give back to his community in the Bronx. For more info visit Doncarvajalcafe.com For more content be sure to check out our patreon over at patreon.com/wearehuman --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wearehumanpodcast/support

In the season premiere of We Are Human: NYC, Tommy and I discuss how yoga and friendships have kept him grounded throughout the pandemic, our trips outside of the country, as well as preventing his job from becoming his identity. For more content be sure to check out our patreon over at patreon.com/wearehuman --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wearehumanpodcast/support

Ridge and I discuss how the pandemic shifted his priorities, becoming more aware of the kind of lifestyle he desires, not letting 9-5 jobs discourage us from being creative, and his passion for nature/wildlife photography. Be sure to check out to our patreon for additional free content or subscribe for exclusive videos and more! Patreon.com/wearehuman --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wearehumanpodcast/support

Holden and I discuss challenging himself to leave the comfort zone by working at various restaurants, a BBQ pop-up endeavor he is currently working on, and how the atmosphere in the kitchen has changed over time. Be sure to check out our patreon for additional free content or subscribe for exclusive episodes, videos and more! Patreon.com/wearehuman --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wearehumanpodcast/support

In the season finale of We Are Human, LJ and I continue our discussion on how words impact us, the difference between self love and ego, & their non profit organization that is centered around uplifting the LGBTQ+ community.

LJ and I discuss creating a routine out of their journey to self love, how words can greatly or negatively impact us, as well as becoming confident and safe in our identity. Their music video for What Never Happens On A Monday can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bP1ss1tPIMM Additionally you can find LJ's music here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1UcPuYLx1IhdHgDhA6J4VL?si=GX5QyF8UQpqNqzU6iDiBwg

Krystal and I discuss how her passion for holistic practices developed, preventing outside perspectives from determining what we believe, and the power of the mind. If you would like to buy custom tea blends from her, send her a message on Instagram: @Krystal.anjelika

Sabrina opens up on overcoming depression, becoming more vulnerable with sharing different forms of her art, and the differences between creating yourself vs finding yourself.

Gian and I dive into his routine while living in New York, transitioning from working in a fast paced environment and checking in on himself, his intuitive writing process, and opens up about his recent revelation on death.

Su Lee, a bedroom pop artist from Seoul, South Korea, opens up on the growth of her music over the last year and a half, who she'd love to collaborate with, and how she copes with toxic emotions, outside of writing music. You can find her music here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3deduluMry0ZIGWF673gfK?si=0M-4zSVeT2ijHQC4XcW7pw You can support her on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sulee Her YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/c/suleeofficial

Amanda and I discuss the payoff of planning a wedding, boundaries she places in order to avoid emotional exhaustion, and some hardships she faced during 2020. For more information visit fortheloveofeventsfl.com

Noelle and I discuss becoming comfortable with releasing her music and songwriting, taking social media breaks, and relearning the importance of quality time with family. You can stream Noelle's music here: https://open.spotify.com/track/4LbE6ApVpKUbHGqFKexRGK

In this last installment of Vulnerabili-tea my mother and I discuss attachment, how unspoken expectations can lead to disappointment, and we dive into how our communication developed and strengthened over the years.

David and I discuss collaborating with his fiancé, emotional intelligence, forgiveness/letting go, love languages, and how a reference from The Office plays into his work ethics.

In this third installment of a four part mini series, Emmy opens up about her personal experience with validation and how she confronts the lies we often tell ourselves with grace.

Maria and I discuss learning how to sew at a young age, the importance of art & creating, our experiences with anxiety in 2020, reflecting on her vivid dreams, and how the moon keeps her connected to her mother.

In the second installment of this mini series I open up about overthinking, how I handle anxiety with temporary distractions, & being vulnerable enough to be transparent with friends.

Hannibal and I discuss his journey with comedy, developing his craft, like-ability within the art, how he has continued to build his confidence by staying disciplined, and always moving forward.

In this first installment of a four part mini series, I sit down with my mother, Emmy Da Costa, to discuss when I started drinking, learning to control it, and the importance of being self aware with our vices.

Marilyn and I discuss how our friendship blossomed over a short period of time, the importance of communication and adding value in friendships, how do we react when other's don't add value in our lives, and her podcast, The Conscious Virtues. You can find them here: https://the-conscious-virtues.simplecast.com/ Instagram: @consciousvirtues

Derek and I discuss the success of Janney Roofing, becoming the highest rated roofing company in the state of Florida, his effective morning routine, & the importance of integrity within his business. More information on https://janneyroofing.com/

Markinson and I discuss the recent launch of his company, Pondu, how he went from playing football in college to designing and coding an app on his own, staying disciplined, and giving back to the community. You can download Pondu on the apple app store here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pondu/id1516488990 Or visit their website for more information: http://www.ponduapp.com/

Gabriela and I talk about her company, Chawa Swim, and how it has become a safe space to empower women, the process of crocheting her products, and becoming more grounded after a spontaneous trip to Australia. You can shop Chawa at Chawaswim.com Instagram: @Chawaswim Special Thanks to Clarissa Castillo!

Ivan and I talk about his journey pursuing music production full time, his workflow and routine, artificial deadlines, as well as the challenges of entrepreneurship. Be sure to follow him on his channel for tips on production/product reviews! (Plus a free production tool kit!) https://www.youtube.com/c/ImIvanCalderon/featured The music he produced can be found here: https://open.spotify.com/album/1SXg1apPeGSxVF97mYrBZ3?si=1L5g-yzDSeSgH3wmUVlD7A https://open.spotify.com/track/3ZIrMhRvAMduf3aShx5Zx6?si=v7r84ZEdTNyOxdONtBHzFg

In this special premiere of We Are Human, we sat down with Francesca Lagares, who talks about her journey within the program of Education at the University of South Florida. She also opens up about her own challenges and rewards of teaching students with different abilities. Be sure to give us a follow! We want to continue be an encouragement to all of our teachers in all departments.

In the season finale of We Are Human I sit down with the other members of Office Hours to discuss how the band was formed, the process of our EP Late Night Korean BBQ, how our most successful song, Sunday, was almost scrapped, and we give a little preview of our upcoming single, Céline. You can pre save the song here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/officehours/cline

In this special episode of We Are Human Gail and Justin Chase open up about how they met, their journey to becoming educators, and the challenges & rewards of teaching. My intention is that this would be an encouragement to teachers everywhere.

Marcus and I discuss the origin and success of his music project Toast, how he stays true to his sound while catering to an audience, and the challenges he's faced since its inception. Beverage of choice: Strawberry Lemonade His music can be found here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Nz5FVEfruc2XuwrGdeHeC?si=_mzMqKp1SByUS-2Pfjuc8Q

Alfredo and I discuss his humble beginnings in music, loss, family conflicts, and how it all ultimately fuels his music career. Beverage of choice: Modelo His music can be found here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3QlQeTXLmAbV9MIsTYGExk?si=QrsPz8qxQqmiJVMubD61Dg