Best Bushra Podcasts (2024)

In our final episode, co-host Sebastian catches up with former SU LGBTQ Resource Center Graduate Assistant, Patty Hayes. Hayes identifies as a butch dyke and has attained their Master's in Social Work from Syracuse University. Hayes discuss transgressing gender norms, living through the AIDS epidemic and consistent social activism with youth groups…

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Episode 11: Queer Collectivism in Creative Spaces 47:20

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Co-host Rio Flores sits down with SU alum Car Shapiro ‘23 to talk about growing up trans, finding joy and love in queer community scenes such as DJing and being a part of creative collectives.By SU LGBTQ Resource Center

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Stay within the moment 26:15

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Join us as we discuss being present and staying in the moment.By Priya and Bushra

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The Longest One-Night Stand Ever 1:02:17

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I'm excited to be on today with two longtime friends. They met in medical school in Beirut and have been together for 18 years. I jokingly call their story the worst one night stand ever– because 18 years, two countries, several cities, and two children later, they’re still going strong. Their story is beautiful, and it has it all – from years of o…

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New Year, Better Me? 35:23

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Join us as we discuss 2024 goals & managing anxiety.By Priya and Bushra

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Evolving friendships 30:32

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Join us as we discuss having expectations in Friendships and how they can change over time,By Priya and Bushra

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Let's talk... 28:47

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Join us as we discuss the importance of communication, learning love languages, etc...By Priya and Bushra

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Episode 10: Living Authentically 38:45

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Co-host Sebastian, sits to chat with former SU LGBTQ Resource Center Graduate Assistant Jay Tifone, to discuss what it was like to grow up gay and go on to living authentically and finding genuine community. Tifone revisits his time at SU when he found a queer family on campus, which inspired him to be a role model for queer youth.…

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Starting over 28:41

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Join us as we discuss society of starting over and intentionality .By Priya and Bushra

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Episode 9: Finding Joy in Community 37:46

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Co-host Rio Flores invites Essence Seals '22 to discuss her time at Syracuse University. Seales talks about coming to terms with bisexuality and asexual during her college years. She discusses the importance of finding community and like-minded individuals to share your true and authentic self with.By SU LGBTQ Resource Center

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Meet your new besties 26:14

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Join us as we introduce a bit about ourselves and what led us on this journey.By Priya and Bushra

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Episode 8: Being an Advocate Beyond the University 34:56

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Co-host, Sebastian Callahan, invites Brian Stout ‘07 to discuss his time at Syracuse University as a gay person. Stout revisits some fond memories of being at SU, such as organizing a human rainbow bridge across the Quad on National Coming Out Day of his sophomore year. Tune in to hear more about the importance of forming queer community and sticki…

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🇵🇸 Mx. Yaffa, Part II 🇵🇸 41:42

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In this episode, I continue my conversation with Mx. Yaffa, a queer, indigenous, displaced Palestinian person who currently serves as the executive director of the Muslim Alliance for Sexual and Gender Diversity. In this episode, we talk more about the challenging and necessary work that they do with queer muslims and Palestinians. I am struck by Y…

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Episode 7: Surviving Institutional Violence While Being Queer 46:28

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Co-host, Rio Flores, invites SU alumni, Victoria Payne '20, to discuss their time at SU after years of involvement with student protesting and organizing collectives. Payne attained their B.S. in Social Work from the David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics at Syracuse University. Payne found their purpose in community organizing after con…

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🇵🇸 Mx. Yaffa, Part I 🇵🇸 41:34

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My guest today is Mx.Yaffa, Executive Director of the Muslim Alliance for Sexual and Gender Diversity, or MASGD. Yaffa is a queer Palestinian poet, author, activist, and death doula whose family history of multiple displacements goes back 3-4 generations. In this episode, Yaffa shares their and their family’s history of displacement and movement. I…

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Episode 6: Navigating Asexuality within Higher Education 41:33

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Co-host Bushra Naqi interviews doctoral candidate, Atiya McGhee (they/them), focused on asexual research studies in the Cultural Foundations of Education program at Syracuse University. Atiya reflects on their experience of queerness throughout graduate education and how they are fostering community and expanding people's awareness and education on…

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Episode 5: Journey of Creating SU LGBTQ Studies 42:05

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Co-host, Sebastian, speaks with the co-founder of the LGBT Studies Program and minor at Syracuse University, Margaret Himley, to discuss the history of the program and how student action catalyzed the program's creation. Himley also retells her own involvement in the gay rights movement from the HIV/AIDS epidemic to her contributions at Syracuse Un…

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Online educator @paulnmatthis on Palestine, queer SWANA history, & more (double episode) 1:35:51

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My guest today is Paul Nabil Matthis, whom you can find on Instagram and TikTok as @paulnmatthis. Paul is an author, musician, social media educator (among other things). Paul’s channel is great- he posts a variety educational videos, ranging from topics in middle eastern/SWANA history to nerdy videos about different percussion styles in the Arab w…

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Episode 4: Finding Pockets of Community 41:51

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Co-host, Rio Flores, catches up with SU alumni Azarius Williams ‘20, who attained his B.S. in Finance from the Whitman School of Management. Tune in to hear them both discuss student protesting, #NotAgainSU as a catalyst in their journeys and finding trans, queer community throughout their time at SU.…

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A queer Palestinian speaks out 39:02

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I'm happy and also sad because of the circumstances to welcome back Ali for a conversation about what is happening Gaza right now. Ali previously spoke with us in Season 1 episodes 9 and 10, and shares his perspective as a queer, Muslim, Palestinian man. We recorded this episode on October 19, 12 days after the attack by Hamas on Israeli civilians,…

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Episode 3: Writing Through the Struggle 1:28:18

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Co-host, Sebastian Callahan, is joined by the late Minnie Bruce Pratt, award-winning poet and an anti-racist, anti-imperialist women’s liberation activist, to discuss a myriad of topics such as coming out as lesbian in the South during the 70s. Pratt will always be remembered in our hearts-- as we share this episode, let us reflect on all she has c…

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Episode 2: Freedom as a Love Language 42:10

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Co-host, Bushra Naqi, brings back SU alum and community organizer, Stefany Lema Rodriguez ‘22 (she/they) to discuss navigating queerness through childhood and higher education. Born to immigrant parents and raised in an Ecuadorian household, Stefany reflects on their journey of queerness, gender fluidity and ultimately, understanding and accepting …

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JP Morgan to Vlogging: Bushra Siddique’s Digital Entrepreneurial Journey 1:05:59

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Step into the world of vlogging with Bushra Siddique in this episode. From her early days at J.P. Morgan to becoming a vlogging sensation, Bushra shares her journey. Discover her transition into vlogging. Learn about her strategies for building an authentic follower base and what brands value in vloggers. Find out how motherhood and COVID-19 challe…

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Episode 1: Power of Archival Storytelling 41:40

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In the introductory episode of our podcast series, cohosts Bushra Naqi and Rio Flores are joined by SU LGBTQ Resource Center Director, Jorge A. Castillo, Associate Director of the Office of Supportive Services, Amy Horan Messersmith and The SENSES Project Program Coordinator, Nick Piato. Tune in to listen to the five discuss the significance of ora…

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Mastering Business Abroad: Janani’s Startup Chronicles from India to the UK 40:58

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Join us in this inspiring episode as we delve into the incredible journey of entrepreneur Janani Prasad, the visionary founder of MojoStack, a cutting-edge tech company. Janani takes us on a captivating ride from her roots in India to her entrepreneurial endeavors in the UK.Discover the stark differences between launching startups in India and the …

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Dr. Eman Abdelhadi: queer Muslim activist, academic, and artist 1:02:59

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My guest today is Dr. Eman Abdelhadi, professor at the University of Chicago, author of a forthcoming academic book called Impossible Futures: Why Women Leave American Muslim Communities, as well as the co-author of a speculative fiction novel called Everything for Everyone. Eman is also the subject of a documentary called Coming Around that is now…

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Lamya H, author of Hijab Butch Blues 43:04

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A conversation with Lamya H, author of Hijab Butch Blues, which came out earlier this year. Lamya is South Asian and grew up in a wealthy Arab Gulf state. The book is a series of memoir essays drawn from their life, told alongside beautifully personal, queer readings of stories of the prophets from the Quran. Find Layma on: Instagram @lamyaisangry …

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Content Creation & Mental Health: Inside the Mind of Rakin Absar 55:21

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Join us for an exciting episode featuring Rakin Absar, also known as Mr. Absar. In this Q&A session, we cover various topics, including Rakin's journey in the media industry in Bangladesh, his advocacy for mental health, and his effective marketing strategies. Discover how he handles audience criticism, and his valuable tips for aspiring content cr…

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Resilience Rewritten: Elroy D'Souza's Story of Triumph 48:00

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Join us as we welcome back Elroy D'Souza, an extraordinary video editor who defied the odds to achieve remarkable success. Hear how he transformed initial struggles into opportunities, launching his own video production house and securing a UK client from India. Experience his incredible intern experience at a prestigious Bollywood studio followed …

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Mohammad Mertaban, Part II 42:44

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My guest today is Mohammad Mertaban, a proud, publicly out, queer Muslim man. He’s a physician, a father, and a devoutly religious person who always knew he was gay but followed the path laid out by his community’s interpretation of his faith. He was married for 8 years, and only came out in his mid-30s. And, because of his standing in the communit…

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Mohammad Mertaban, Part I 43:43

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My guest today is Mohammad Mertaban, a proud, publicly out, queer Muslim man. He’s a physician, a father, and a devoutly religious person who always knew he was gay but followed the path laid out by his community’s interpretation of his faith. He was married for 8 years, and only came out in his mid-30s. And, because of his standing in the communit…

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"The Power of Perseverance: Ajara's Inspirational Journey" 58:48

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In this second episode of Season-3, we present to you multi award winning fashion entrepreneur, Aditi Kumar. 🎉She is the Founder and Managing Director of ‘Ajara by Aditi Kumar’; it’s a Luxury Indian-wear brand focusing on hand-embroidery. She is also a full-time humanitarian who uses her work as a platform to spread social awareness and support hum…

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Bushra Rehman, author of Roses, in the Mouth of a Lion 38:54

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Join me for a conversation with Bushra Rehman, author of Roses, in the Mouth of a Lion, out recently from Flatiron Books and already up for a number of literary awards and accolades! I greatly appreciated Bushra's warmth, expansive way of thinking and being, and generosity of spirit, and found so many resonances with the book and in this conversati…

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Sarah Cypher, author of The Skin and its Girl 1:05:13

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Sarah Cypher is the author of The Skin and its Girl, out now from Ballantine Books! The novel follows the blue-skinned, queer second-generation Palestinian-American protagonist Betty Rummani, as she navigates difficult questions in her own life by turning to her memories of her great-aunt Nuha for guidance. The fictional Rummani family are in exile…

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Lockdown Success: The Inspiring Story of a National-Award-Winning Wedding Photographer 38:29

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In this first episode of Season-3, we present to you multi award winning wedding hybrid photographer, Veronika Joy. She is the Founder & Visual Storyteller of ‘Veronika Joy Fine Art Photography & Film’.Veronika made the most out of the 2020 lockdown being super productive by learning and turning her skills into a full time successful business.Veron…

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Welcome Professor Vagistan! 55:24

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In this episode I welcome the brilliant Dr. Kareem Khubchandani, Professor of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies at Tufts University also known as their drag persona, LaWhore Vagistan! You can find them on Twitter at: @lawhorevagistan and @kareempuff and on Instagram at: @lawhorevagistan @kareempuff @auntologies Watch their TED Talk, "How to b…

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Season 2 trailer! New episodes coming soon 2:07

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We're out with new episodes on April 17th! The (loose) theme this season is family-- queering family, queer family, and of course, queer found family. Join me for exciting conversations with a range of amazing people. We have merch! Take a look at https://www.queereverything.com/shop ! Find us ! Instagram: @queereverythingpodcast Website: http://ww…

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Season 2 call for guests! 3:35

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Thank you to everyone who made Season 1 such a success! We're on a brief hiatus while we develop Season 2. The theme for Season 2 is FAMILY-- queer family, queering the notion of family, and being queer family to others. Do you have ideas about what you'd like to hear or whom we could talk to? Drop us a note at https://www.queereverything.com/conta…

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Identity, Faith, & Culture (Part II) 53:28

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Join me for the second part of my conversation with Ali and Mohammed, where we talk about telling close family and others and engage in a dialogue about reconciling faith and spirituality. In the introduction I mention Imara Jones' enlightening (and frankly scary) podcast series The Anti-Trans Hate Machine. Please listen to it. It's here: https://t…

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Rescuing the goats in Ratti Galli lakes area (English) 4:18

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This episode is based on news coverage of a rescue operation started by a young hiker in the Neelum Valley district of Pakistan administered Jammu and Kashmir. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conversations-with-nature/message

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I wish I could wash the earth and let it dry in the skies-Bushra Hazeen (Punjabi) 2:01

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"dharti dho kay asmanaa tay suknay panwan" (Punjabi) or I wish I could wash the earth and let it dry in the skies. It's beautiful poem by Pubjabi poet and short story writer Bushra Hazeen. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conversations-with-nature/message

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Flowing with the past (Urdu) 8:21

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The episode is based on a book review written by Dr. Sarwat Rizvi. The book titled "beetay huay kuch din aisy hain" was written in Urdu by Nusrat Nasim. I have just narrated this beautiful piece of writing here. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conversations-with-nature/message…

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Ageen Laay aalio loko (poetry) by Mumtaz Ghazni (Pahari) 1:59

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Mumtaz Ghazni is a Lahore-based Pahari writer, poet, and educationist. He was born and raised in his native village near Rawalakot Azad Jammu and Kashmir. For more content from Mumtaz Ghazni, please watch his official Youtube channel. Mumtaz Ghazni Official - YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conversations…

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