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Born out of a desire to highlight the diversity within the NY Bengali community & to dispel stereotypes and misconceptions; one story at a time.... more
FAQs about BONY Podcast:How many episodes does BONY Podcast have?The podcast currently has 116 episodes available.
June 27, 2020Conversation with Feminist and Women's Empowerment activist; Zubaida KhanSeason 2 - Episode 10: Conversation with Zubaida Khan, a Feminist derived from a background in the field of Mental Health with a drive to reroot traditional belief systems that hold down women from unlocking their fullest potentials. She is definite advocate for the equality of each and every human being with a stride to ensure no body is held stagnant due to societal gender roles and cultural double standards. ...more43minPlay
June 20, 2020Conversation with Brent O'Leary, candidate for City Council, D26 in Queens.Season 2 - Episode 9: Conversation with Brent O'Leary, candidate for City Council, District 26 in Queens, New York. Brent is a life long resident of Queens and is also the founder of Hunters Point Civic Association. Brent advocates for better schools, public safety and quality of life issues and is against over-development. Brent left his career as an attorney to dedicate himself full time to public service....more44minPlay
June 16, 2020Conversation with candidate Mahtab Khan for NY AD 24 District LeaderSeason 2 - Episode 8: Conversation with Mahtab Khan, Democratic candidate running for District Leader in Assembly District 24 who has a deep-rooted cause dedicated to the people first as well as overcoming the gap between elected officials and the public. Mahtab has the drive to ensure each individual is fairly represented by their community leaders in overcoming significant issues that have been long undermined. Issues Mahtab has lined up to tackle as District Leader begin with his prioritization of housing security. He is in great aspirations to lift the voices of his community, which holds a diverse background making certain no voice goes unheard. ...more36minPlay
June 14, 2020Conversation with Democratic candidate for Congress NY5, Shaniyat ChowdhurySeason 2 - Episode 7: Conversation with Shaniyat Chowdhury, an activist and former member of the US Marine Corps, who is now running for Congress to represent NY-5 as a Democrat. His campaign has a direct focus and drive to fight for core issues such as environmental justice and housing rights, with a motivation to ensure every voice is heard and not just of those who have money or status....more31minPlay
June 13, 2020Conversation with candidate for Tennessee State house; District 15, Ovi KabirSeason 2 - Episode 6: Candidate for Tennessee State house; District 15, Ovi Kabir pushes for a future that cares about each and every individual deserving to obtain the same rights as those around them....more36minPlay
June 07, 2020Conversation with activist and candidate for district leader, Moumita AhmedSeason 2 - Episode 5: Conversation with Moumita Ahmed, an activist and community organizer who is Running for district leader in AD 24 in Queens. She is also co-founder of a New Reformers PAC that aims to give more Queens residents a shot at Democratic Party positions as well as a founding member of Bangladeshi Americans for Political Progress - BAPP....more53minPlay
May 25, 2020Conversation with Ifti Chowdhury, a singer, community organizer and the founder of the Royal Bengal Tea House (RBTH).Season 2 - Episode 4: Conversation with Ifti Chowdhury, a singer, community organizer and the founder of the Royal Bengal Tea House (RBTH). RBTH is a community organization that works to build community through the arts. RBTH host frequent “Jam” sessions throughout New York City where musicians, and other artist from all walks of life are encouraged to present their talents....more1h 17minPlay
May 23, 2020The BoNY team talk about growing up in the city vs the suburbsSeason 2 - Episode 3: On this special episode of the BoNY Podcast, the team talks about growing up in the city vs the suburbs (both in the US and UK). We also talk about the catalyst for migration of immigrant families from the city to the suburbs. And... find out what the hell kids in the suburbs do for fun....more41minPlay
May 09, 2020Conversation with Mary Jobaida, candidate for NYS Assembly for D37 in QueensSeason 2 - Episode 2: Meet Mary Jobaida, who is running for NYS Assembly for District 37 in Queens, which includes parts of Sunnyside, Ridgewood, LIC, Astoria, and Maspeth....more40minPlay
April 28, 2020Mahfuzul Islam, Founder of JhalNYC and candidate for State AssemblySeason 2 - Episode 1: Meet Mahfuzul Islam, Founder of JhalNYC and candidate for State Assembly in District 24, in Queens, New York....more39minPlay
FAQs about BONY Podcast:How many episodes does BONY Podcast have?The podcast currently has 116 episodes available.