Podcasts by The First Gems
A safe space for first-generation millennials to unite, discover, heal and share our experiences — cross culturally. Join us as we discuss culture, community, and the come up.
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S2E13: Voices of the Diaspora: Nigeria’s History and The Movement Towards a Better Future from 2022-10-01T16:22:20
It’s Nigerian Independence Day and you know we have to represent! 🇳🇬🎊🙌🏾 We’re back with a bonus interview with Naija Nation, an online community and brand focused on transforming the landscap...
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S2E12: Build Bridges Not Barriers: Exploring The Intercultural Communities Project w/ Teni-Ola from 2022-06-09T21:52:09
On this episode, we connect with Teni-Ola Ogunjobi, a multi-faceted Georgia native and first-gen Nigerian American. Her story begins in Atlanta Georgia and ultimately leads her throughout the conti...
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S2E11: Aim HIGH, Dream Big: Trailblazing the Cannabis Industry w/ David Umeh from 2022-04-20T20:31:54
In this episode, we talk to David Umeh (@umehzingrace) a self-proclaimed ‘Baygerian’ and serial entrepreneur currently living in Chicago. After gaining experience in the underground cannabis indu...
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S2E10: Pushing Women Forward Through Social Enterprise and Digital Storytelling w/ Mina Bilkis from 2022-04-06T19:37:41
Ever felt like you wanted to do more to help back home but didn’t know how? Then this next episode is a MUST listen! On this episode, we sat down with Mina Bilkis, a digital creator, activist, ...
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S2E9: The Littest Village in Africa: Abiriba Travel Recap w/ the first gems from 2022-03-10T21:26:11
On this episode, we join Uba Obasi and reminisce on our recent trip back home to the LITTEST village in Africa: Abiriba🇳🇬. Abiriba pronounced [/E`biriba`/] is an ancient Enuda kingdom in Abia St...
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S2E8: Podcasting 101: How to Build A Bomb-Ass Brand from 2022-02-01T18:11:01
Building a brand isn’t for the weak! That’s why we make it a point to frequently check in with each other. On this episode, we discuss the ins and outs of building The First Gems brand. If...
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S2E7: Break Away From Burnout: Secrets to Self-Care w/ Kat Torres from 2021-12-08T22:06:54
Feeling burnt out lately from work, school, or your day-to-day lifestyle?😓 In our latest episode, we chatted with Kat Torres, a Puerto Rican American life and business coach who helps wom...
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The Sweet Life: Building A Dessert Empire w/ Mylinh Nguyen from 2021-11-23T17:49:26
We’re back with another fire episode. We sat down with Vietnamese American entrepreneur, Mylinh Nguyen. Alongside her brother, Mylinh founded Fluffy Bear Soft Serve, an ice cream shop based in Oran...
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S2E6: The Sweet Life: Building A Dessert Empire w/ Mylinh Nguyen from 2021-11-23T17:49:26
We’re back with another fire episode. We sat down with Vietnamese American entrepreneur, Mylinh Nguyen. Alongside her brother, Mylinh founded Fluffy Bear Soft Serve, an ice cream shop based in Oran...
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S2E5: Where Dance Meets Destiny: Fulfilling Your Purpose w/ Shellee Samuels from 2021-10-06T21:39:05
From Krumping on Crenshaw to Getting in Formation with the Queen Bey 🐝 On this episode, we sat down with Shellee Samuels, a Jamaican American and Inglewood native. Shellee is a dancer, actress, e...
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Where Dance Meets Destiny: Fulfilling Your Purpose w/ Shellee Samuels from 2021-10-06T21:39:05
From Krumping on Crenshaw to Getting in Formation with the Queen Bey ?
On this episode, we sat down with Shellee Samuels, a Jamaican American and Inglewood native. Shellee is a dancer...
S2E4: The Future of Cannabis: Navigating Entrepreneurship w/ Hilart Abrahamian. from 2021-09-08T22:20:16
Success doesn’t come without failure. ✍🏽 In this episode we speak to Hilart Abrahamian, co-founder and COO of Webjoint. Webjoint is a cannabis delivery software startup first founded in 2013 that...
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The Future of Cannabis: Navigating Entrepreneurship w/ Hilart Abrahamian. from 2021-09-08T22:20:16
Success doesn’t come without failure. ??
In this episode we speak to Hilart Abrahamian, co-founder and COO of Webjoint. Webjoint is a cannabis delivery software startup first founded in 20...
S2E3: Start Small, Dream Big: Mastering Social Impact w/ Tracy Vertus from 2021-08-19T20:51:35
Have you ever wanted to make more of a difference in the world but didn’t know where to start? In this episode, we connect with Tracy Vertus to discuss social impact. Tracy is a Haitian American I...
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Start Small, Dream Big: Mastering Social Impact w/ Tracy Vertus from 2021-08-19T20:51:35
Have you ever wanted to make more of a difference in the world but didn’t know where to start?
In this episode, we connect with Tracy Vertus to discuss social impact. Tracy is a Haitian Am...
How to start a career in media and entertainment w/ Grecia Lopez from 2021-07-28T19:10:43
Ever wanted to know what goes on behind the scenes for what you see on the big screen?
In this episode, we linked up with bilingual journalist and producer, Grecia Lopez. Grecia is a first...
S2E2: How to Start A Career in Media and Entertainment w/ Grecia Lopez from 2021-07-28T19:10:43
Ever wanted to know what goes on behind the scenes for what you see on the big screen? In this episode, we linked up with bilingual journalist and producer, Grecia Lopez. Grecia is a first-gen Mex...
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S2E1: How To Be Confident in Your Creative Craft with Abasiono Adams from 2021-07-14T15:00
Do what you love, and you'll never work a day in your life! In this episode, we sat down with model, actor, and filmmaker Abasiono Adams to discuss pursuing your creative passion. Adams is an in...
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How to be confident in your creative craft with Abasiono Adams from 2021-07-14T15:00
Do what you love! And you'll never work a day in your life.
In this episode, we sat down with model, actor, and filmmaker Abasiono Adams to discuss pursuing your creative passion. Adams is...
Hidden Travel Gems: Our First Time in Haiti | The First Gems S2 Premiere from 2021-06-30T20:00
Thinking about adding Haiti to your travel list? In the season 2 opener of The First Gems podcast, we discuss our experience traveling to Haiti for the first time and share insight on what to expe...
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Ep. 8: Find Your Way Back (Season Finale) from 2020-11-08T22:14:45
In the Season 1 Finale of The First Gems podcast, we talk about our favorite travel moments and discuss the importance of finding your way back home. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor:...
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Ep. 7: Put a Ring On It? Millennial Views on Traditional Marriage from 2020-10-15T22:35:14
In this episode, we discuss how millennials view the concept of marriage and potential roadblocks when considering traditional marriage customs. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The e...
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Ep. 6: Lost In Translation: Exploring Native Languages w/ Wintana Melake from 2020-09-18T05:26:06
In this episode, special guest and first generation Eritrean, Wintana Melake joins the gems in exploring the many challenges first gens face when going back to their native land. Is language one of...
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Ep. 5: #BagSecured— Pursue your passion over what’s practical from 2020-09-11T05:10:44
Ever felt pressured to neglect your passion to pursue a more “practical” career? Well we’re debunking that mentality in Episode 5 of The First Gems. Join us as we drop gems on how to secure the bag...
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Ep. 4: Ada is King – Diary of a first daughter from 2020-08-19T00:07:22
In this episode, we talk #BlackisKing, Beyonce, and the effects of being a first daughter in an African household. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast....
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Ep. 3: Tidy Up Your Inner Circle from 2020-07-31T05:20:46
In this episode, we explore the true value of quality friendships. Let go of people who hold you back and surround yourself with people that you can be your most authentic self with. --- This e...
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Ep. 2: Suppressing your culture is betraying your truth. from 2020-07-19T20:58:46
In this episode, we explore the effects of self betrayal on cultural identity --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. htt...
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Ep. 1: Perfectionism is ruining your love life. from 2020-07-10T17:00:06
Welcome to our very first episode of The First Gems Podcast! Is the idea of perfectionism ruining your relationships? Tune in as we unpack the generational effect of striving for perfection. --- ...
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