Hosted by Umar Issa of Tailored Heritage, these long-form conversations explore the diverse stories of cultural movers and shakers. We hear from a variety of individuals - from photographers and athletes to founders and company executives - and they all have powerful stories to share. The goal of this podcast is simple: to learn from those who inspire us and to share our findings with the world. We hope you enjoy it! Please subscribe, rate, and share our work. To keep up to date with us, fol ...
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Dive into the vibrant world of Guyanese culture through the age-old tradition of storytelling and "gyaffing." Join us on an enthralling voyage as we uncover the rich tapestry of Guyana's history, evolution, and the diverse experiences of its global community. Led by hosts Sherida and Afia, accompanied by esteemed guests and eager listeners, our podcast guarantees an immersive exploration of the unique joys and challenges of Guyanese life. Prepare for a fusion of entertainment and cultural en ...
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A monthly magazine type podcast focusing primarily on Leicestershire and the East Midland U.K. Features on local places of interest and heritage eg music, regular items "Telephone Tom Ticklers one liners", "The Vault heritage", "Poem of the month","Story Time", "The Grouching settee", "Interview of the month" etc. A lively and varied 35/40 minutes of wide ranging articles and information tailored to the County of Leicestershire and surrounds.
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Soho Then is a series of photo-centric podcasts based on oral history interviews with over 20, long-term residents and workers of Soho. Commissioned by The Photographers’ Gallery, produced by Clare Lynch, supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund.
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From Guyana to the Skies: Stephon's Journey to Success – A Migrant Story
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Thoughts on this episode? Send us a message! Welcome to the debut audio episode of "Migrant Stories," where we explore the inspiring journeys of the Guyanese diaspora. In this first-ever audio installment, we feature Stephon, whose story was also the inaugural print version shared on our social media. As a teenager in Guyana, Stephon dreamed of bec…
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Guyana's Financial Renaissance: Matthew Gaul Discusses Mastering Money and Financial Literacy - “Striking G.O.L.D.”
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Thoughts on this episode? Send us a message! Embark on a captivating journey into the realm of financial enlightenment with hosts Sherida and Afia, and their guest Matthew Gaul - a rising star in Guyana. The hosts, Guyanese diasporans living in the United States, delve into Matthew's remarkable story—from his upbringing in Guyana to his role as a t…
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Mashramani Unmasked: Exploring Guyanese Heritage & Challenges in a Changing World - A Deep Dive into Festivities, Culture Shifts, and Diaspora Celebrations!
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Thoughts on this episode? Send us a message! Step into the vibrant world of Guyanese culture with our latest podcast episode on Mashramani! Join hosts Sherida and Afia as we dive deep into the history and unique celebrations of this beloved festival. Discover how Mashramani is celebrated not only in Guyana but also by Guyanese communities around th…
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Exploring the Guyanese Diaspora: Tracing Our Global Footprint (Geography Part 1) - “G.O.L.D. Sifting”
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Thoughts on this episode? Send us a message! Join Sherida and Afia in this episode of 'GYaff' as they delve into the intricate global geography that ties Guyanese people across the world together. Explore the compelling stories, motivations, and experiences behind the Guyanese diaspora's dispersion from their homeland and their diverse new homes wo…
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(Police) Badges, Borderlines and Bridges: Guyana's Venezuela Conundrum and the Spanish Language Shift
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Thoughts on this episode? Send us a message! In this episode, Sherida and Afia delve into a significant cultural and linguistic shift happening in Guyana. Join our hosts as they unravel the surprising news of the Guyanese police force adopting the term "Polícia" on their patrol cars, and the government's groundbreaking decision to make Spanish a co…
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Joe Kay (Soulection, Timeless Living)
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Joe Kay is a visionary, entrepreneur, sound selector, DJ, and Co-Founder of Soulection - one of the most impactful cultural movements of the last decade. Joe's creative journey began in 2011, as he launched Soulection Radio from his own bedroom. What began as a passion project quickly blossomed into a weekly Apple Music radio show (amassing over 60…
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Guyanese Love: The Changing Landscape of Relationships & Marriage Traditions
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Thoughts on this episode? Send us a message! Welcome to another captivating episode of "GYaff" where hosts Sherida and Afia take you on a journey into the enchanting realm of Guyanese relationships and marriage traditions. In this episode, we'll navigate the dating landscape of Guyana and beyond, gaining insights from individuals of various ages wh…
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Guyana's Golden Summers: Vacations, Tours and Adventures - "G.O.L.D. Scale"
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Thoughts on this episode? Send us a message! **Re-Uploaded on 11 July 2023 for Sound Quality Improvements** We thank you for listening! Join hosts Sherida and Afia on a nostalgic journey as they dive into the treasured memories of their childhood summer vacations in Guyana. In this episode, they share anecdotes of their childhood adventures and als…
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Thoughts on this episode? Send us a message! Join Sherida and Afia as they re-introduce "GYaff with G.O.L.D.R.U.S.H." - the official telephone line connecting Guyana's Overseas and Local Descendants (G.O.L.D.) with each other and to the rest of the world! In this episode, the hosts excitedly discuss the purpose of the platform, and give teasers abo…
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Hussein Suleiman is a visionary at the intersection of fashion and culture, and along with his best friends Jefferson and Abderr - he’s the Co-Founder of Daily Paper.Initially launching as a blog over a decade ago, Daily Paper has organically grown into a global streetwear brand- with flagship locations in Amsterdam, London and now New York. The br…
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We're joined today by Francis Esteban - or ESTA. - a producer and beat maker from Southern California. From gracing the stages at Coachella, to celebrating the anniversary of his most recent EP "Intersections", to having studio sessions with the likes of Kendrick Lamar and Ginuwine, ESTA. shares some pivotal moments in his career. We also delve int…
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House of 73 (Manna Mcleod & Leah Alexxanderr-Caine)
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In this episode, we sit down with Leah and Manna of House of 73, a DJ duo and creative collective based in Los Angeles. Long before forming the House, the London-born Caribbean artists began their creative journeys as models - and each have over ten years of experience in the fashion industry. And while Manna and Leah both have their own unique sty…
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In this episode, we sit down with Amara Abbas, an American-Pakistani director and filmmaker based in Brooklyn. Born and raised in Chicago, Amara moved to California in 2016 to begin her career in creative advertising and art direction. She spent the bulk of her career as an in-house Art Director at Apple, where she crafted award-winning campaigns a…
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Jeff Bernat (Singer, Songwriter, Producer)
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In this episode, we're joined by Jeff Bernat - a gifted R&B singer/songwriter, proudly representing his Filipino roots and hometown of Reno Nevada. We've been fans of Jeff's music for many years and first learned about him through a few friends - including his tour photographer and former Culture Study guest Jordan Nicholson. Fast forward to the pr…
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DUCKWRTH (Singer/Songwriter) & Mancy Gant (Director/Photographer)
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In this episode, we're joined by two incredible guests. The first is DUCKWRTH, a phenomenal singer/songwriter and all around creative. Our second guest is a much needed cameo by our mutual friend and extremely talented photographer/director Mancy Gant. We explore a ton of topics, like DUCKWRTH touring with Billie Eilish and announcing his Chrome Bu…
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VisualsByPierre (Photographer, Filmmaker, Cultural Documentarian)
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Culture Study is back! In this episode, we get to spend some time with Karl Pierre (VisualsByPierre) - a photographer, filmmaker, creator, and entrepreneur. Pierre had a pretty amazing creative career so far - from launching the famed @StreetDreamsMag, to shooting for Nike, Adidas, and Dreamville... to launching his docuseries "Contemporaries" in p…
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leicestershire magazine podcast in the pod episode 12
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another 45 minutes of Leicestershire stories, music and song, banter including 'the whitwick pit disaster,' the intriguing story of mexican Joe' 'shiny monkey goes jostlin' and other tit bits....enjoy!By brian
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the Leicestershire Magazine podcast in the pod
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Another episode of the 'all things Leicestershire' kind.....music, humour chitchat, shiny monkey stories, the Ghost of Grace Dieu Priory, Burrough Hill Fort, Leicestershire Blue Faced Sheep, town tram /bus shelters and lots more. Enjoy with a coffee and relaxation this and the preceding 9 episodes of The Leicestershire Magazine Podcast in the Pod.…
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Kegworth Village, Polly Peggs footpath, music, Arthur Newberry Choyce, Shiny Monkey Story, banter et al. 40 minutes of Leicestershire check out the other 8 episodesBy brian
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music, banter and stories from around Leicestershire The Rutland Dinosaur, lost voices biog Doris Day, The Grey Hangman's Stone, Shiny Monkey's visit to the Triumph Motorcycle Factory and other musings. 38 minutes of relaxing dialogue and music what's not to like?By brian
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Another collection of music, heritage , history, humour and stories from round and about Visits to Burbage and Barrow-on-Soar, a ghostly event in Measham, the life of a music hero, Shiny Monkey at Hough Mill plus the usual tongue in cheek banter and a surprise Visit from an up and coming Leicestershire Chef!!! Time to put then feet up, get a cup or…
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Dotting about again with visits to Long Eaton and nearby Sawley and the River Trent, Cannock Chase with paranormal activities and mining history, Cotesbach and the story of the levellers in days of yore, poem time, a notorious Leicestershire Highwayman, the usual dollop of music and wittering from yours truly. ENJOY…
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music, heritage, humour et al of things Leicestershire and surrounds. In this episode we visit Lutterworth the birth of the jet engine, Foxton Locks, poem time with Maya Angelou, a civil rights hero Rosa Parks story, a hot shot wrestle's grim demise from Bilstone, Shiny Monkey story of Pancakes and general chit chat all in under 40 minutes. Lounge …
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the Leicestershire Magazine podcast in the pod
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another peek into the wilds and ways o Leicestershire together with music, humour from "Telephone Tom Tickler", a visit to Mercia, The Witches of Belvoir" and another "Shiny Monkey Story" wove together with comments and grouches. 37 minutes of fun and learning. EnjoyBy brian
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the Leicestershire Magazine podcast in the pod
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the Christmas episode featuring music from Giggetty, banal comment, the story of "Strange Fruit", a visit to Rutland, Loughborough Carillion, shiny monkey xmas adventure and more. EnjoyBy brian
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Mo Kheir (Comedian, Talent Development, Brand Strategy)
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In this episode, we sit down with Mo Kheir - a brilliant comedian and multi-talented creative. From comedy, music, and writing, to brand strategy and talent development, Mo’s story is absolutely incredible. He shares impactful moments from his life, like how one guest speaker in architecture school shifted the course of his life. Mo lives by the wo…
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A second helping of the Leicestershire Magazine featuring interviews, conundrums and fun, a look at the life of Eva Cassidy, Belvoir Castle, music and for the younger ones -and older ones- another short story with Shin Monkey and his band of marsupial rascals!By brian
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Maysoon Zayid (Comedian, Disability Rights Activist)
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In this episode, we speak with Maysoon Zayid - a renowned comedian, actress, and writer who has dedicated her life to the fight for disability rights and inclusion. Maysoon’s TED Talk, “I Got 99 Problems, Palsy is Just One” is one of the most viewed TED Talks of all-time. She’s tap-danced on Broadway, written a best-selling memoir called ‘Find Anot…
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Camille Tanoh (The Proper Kid™) - Designer
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In this episode, we speak with Camille Tanoh - also known as The Proper Kid™. Camille is a Parisian-born, New York-based fashion designer who runs a sustainable clothing brand called The Proper Label. Tanoh’s minimalist design and creative marketing has caught the eyes of thousands of fans around the world, including the likes of yes - the Kardashi…
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Daisy Auger-Dominguez (VICE Media, Global Head of Diversity & Inclusion)
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On today’s show, we sit down with Daisy Auger-Dominguez, a Diversity and Inclusion Strategist who works to inspire and equip global organizations to think inclusively. Daisy's done some incredible work in the D&I space as an executive for companies such as Disney, Google, and Viacom. She recently launched her own consultancy called Auger-Dominguez …
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Part II — Rog & Bee Walker (Photographers, Paper Monday)
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If you haven’t had the chance to listen to part one of this interview, tune into that first so you’ll be able to follow along for this one. In this episode, Rog and Bee share some vulnerable moments in their lives - beginning with their struggle to find comfort as creative professionals in the corporate world. Bee also tells us about how photograph…
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Rog & Bee Walker (Photographers, Paper Monday) — Part I
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In this episode, the first of a two-part series, we sit down with Rog and Bee Walker, photographers and founders of the visual research project called Paper Monday. Rog and Bee might be the coolest couple on the planet and they’ve already achieved so much both as individuals and as a creative duo. They’ve photographed magazine covers for the likes …
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Ani Sanyal (Kolkata Chai Co. / Manager, Anik Khan)
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On today’s show, we sit down with Ani Sanyal, a mission-driven entrepreneur, real estate investor, and marketing specialist based in New York City. I first discovered Ani’s story after hearing about Kolkata Chai Company, a cafe that he opened with his brother Ayan just a few months ago. Already attracting attention from the likes of Questlove, Hass…
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In this episode we explore the topic of home and homelessness in Soho’s past. Rina, Violet and Leslie are our guides with contributions from former and present-day residents and workers sharing their memories of Soho from twenty or more years ago.
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Calen Carr (MLS Host/Producer, Former Pro Athlete)
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On this episode of Culture Study, we sit down with Calen Carr - a former professional soccer player and current host of the popular documentary series - The Movement. Calen gives us a remarkable look into his life story and he starts by sharing his experiences as a mixed-race kid in Berkeley, CA. He also touches on his career as a professional socc…
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In this episode we explore the topic of sex and sexuality in Soho’s past. Alex Duncan is our guide with contributions from former and present-day residents and workers sharing their memories of Soho from twenty or more years ago.
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On today’s show, we sit down with the Tanima Mehrotra as she shares moments from her childhood in India, touches on her experience as a woman of color in the corporate and creative worlds, and opens up about mental health and how embracing her true identity and perspective brought her out of a deep depression. Tanima is extremely humble and asked t…
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Ep. 4 - Clubs & Late Night Establishments
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In this episode we explore the topic of clubs and late-night establishments in Soho’s past. Dorothea Phillips is our guide with contributions from former and present-day residents and workers sharing their memories of Soho from twenty or more years ago.
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In this episode we explore the topic of fashion and tailoring in Soho’s past.
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Anna Sian (Spotify, VSCO, Staple Pigeon)
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Welcome to Culture Study, a podcast documenting the inspiring stories of cultural movers and shakers. On today’s show, we sit down with the brilliant Anna Sian as she shares moments from her childhood in New York City, touches on her experience as a Filipino-American woman and creative professional, and opens up about how she balances the craziness…
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In this episode we explore the topic of Film and Cinema in Soho’s past. Leslie Hardcastle and Pamela Power are our guides with contributions from former and present-day residents and workers sharing their memories of Soho from twenty or more years ago.
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Jordan Nicholson (Photographer, Illustrator, DJ)
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Jordan Nicholson is an extremely talented photographer, illustrator, DJ, and all-around creative mastermind. While he’s known for his innate creative abilities, having photographed the likes of Outkast, SZA, Kid Cudi, Jay Park, and Drake, etc. (he’s also collaborated with artists such as Macklemore and Pharrell, and has consulted for brands such as…
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In this episode we explore the topic of Food & Shopping in Soho's past. Claudio Mussi is our guide with contributions from former and present-day residents and workers sharing their memories of Soho from twenty or more years ago.
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Justino is the co-founder of UndocuMedia, a non-profit organization which leverages social media to empower the undocumented immigrant community. UndocuMedia has only been around for 4 years but already boasts over 400,000 followers on Instagram and nearly 300,000 on Facebook.Justino himself is an undocumented immigrant, and throughout this podcast…
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Dena Takruri (Journalist, Author - Al Jazeera)
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You might know Dena Takruri for her role as a senior presenter and producer at AJ Plus, Al-Jazeera’s Digital News platform. The videos she produces/hosts often garner millions of views on Facebook, YouTube, and other social platforms. And for good reason.*Dena has reported internationally on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, tensions on the Korean …
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Bill Hamid - (DC United & USMNT, Professional Soccer Player)
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Bilal (Bill) Hamid is a professional soccer player born and raised in the Washington Metropolitan Area. He is a star goalkeeper for the United States Men's National Team and a recent addition to Danish Superliga side FC Midtjylland. Signing his first professional contract at the age of 18, Bill worked his way up from DC United's youth academy to ce…
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Adrian Octavius Walker (VSCO, Photographer, Artist)
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When the idea to start a podcast for Tailored Heritage first came about, we knew exactly who was going to be our first guest on the show - and his name is Adrian Octavius Walker.Adrian is an extremely well-respected photographer and mixed-media artist who we’ve grown close to since he moved to Oakland in 2016. In this episode, Adrian gives us an in…
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