In this episode of Diverse Narratives, we sit down with Joshua Brister, a Navy veteran and founder of the Maine Black Chamber of Commerce. We dive into his journey from Baton Rouge to Maine, discussing leadership, community building, and how he's empowering black businesses. Joshua also shares his experiences with the LA Maples, Maine's first semi-pro women’s basketball team, and offers insights on overcoming challenges and creating opportunities.

In this inspiring episode of Diverse Narratives, host Abdimalik Malim reconnects with childhood friend Issa Aden, who shares his remarkable journey from the refugee camps of Kenya to becoming a cultural broker in Maine. Despite the challenges of a lifelong disability, Issa’s story is one of incredible resilience and triumph. Born amid Somalia's Civil War, Issa's experiences offer profound insights into overcoming adversity with courage and determination. Tune in to discover how Issa turned his struggles into strengths, inspiring all who hear his story.

In this episode of "Diverse Narratives " we chat with Abdullahi Hassan aka "Bob the Builder". Abdullahi shares his journey from growing up in Kenya and moving to the U.S. as a child, to discovering his passion for building and construction. Despite initial plans to pursue culinary arts, a chance encounter steered him towards construction, where he found his true calling. Abdullahi discusses the importance of loving what you do, the challenges he faced, and how he overcame them to eventually start his own contracting business. He also offers valuable advice for young people unsure about their career paths, emphasizing persistence and passion. Tune in to hear Abdullahi's inspiring story and insights.

In this episode, we delve into Habsa’s remarkable life—from her childhood in war-torn Somalia to her family’s relocation to the refugee camps in Kenya. She shares her struggles with language barriers, cultural shifts, and the relentless pursuit of education. Habsa’s path eventually leads her to the United States, where she embodies resilience, hope, and the unbreakable bonds of family. Join us as we explore her inspiring odyssey.

FIRST EPISODE OF DIVERSE NARRATIVE WITH OUR CURRENT STATE OF MAINE HOUSE REPRESENTATIVE. In This eposide we got to know Representaitve Abdi at more personal leve and got to hear her journey to the State house.

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Hey everyone, it's Abdimalik here, and I'm thrilled to welcome you to "Diverse Narratives," a brand new podcast hosted by yours truly, Abdimalik, with occasional appearances from my co-host, Michelle Bourne. Join us as we delve into the captivating stories of individuals from all walks of life, sharing their triumphs, challenges, and unique perspectives. In this episode we discuss why I wanted to start this podcast, my plans for the future, Michelle's role in this podcast and more

Diverse Narratives will be premiering on April 10th, 2024 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Diverse-Narratives

Join us for the highly-anticipated premiere of Diverse Narratives on April 10th, 2024, exclusively on YouTube at Diverse Narratives. Take a sneak peek into the evolution of this podcast, featuring glimpses from its initial trial run in 2020. Now returning with enhanced audio and video quality, brace yourself for an enriching experience filled with captivating conversations and diverse perspectives. Don't miss out on this transformative journey! IT'S ALL GOING DOWN ON APRIL 10TH

Safiya Khalid is an American politician from Lewiston, Maine. Khalid is the first Somali-American and youngest person ever elected to serve at the city council in Lewiston, Maine. 

In this episode Safiya and I discuses her journey of becoming the first Somali-American elected to city council in Lewiston, Maine. Safiya shared with us the struggles she went through and why she chose to run for office. 

You can watch the video version of this episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/YB-9epjYJTQ

This first episode features a teaser from the first five episode of this podcast. Stay tuned for full episodes. Until then make sure to check out the podcast on YouTube and Facebook at Abdimalik TV.