On The Spot with Juliana

By Juliana Makonise

Have you been wondering how you can make valuable contributions at a local, regional, or international level? If you're assertive and determined to develop your life and community then this podcast is... more

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The podcast currently has 59 episodes available.

On The Spot with Juliana episodes:

August 23, 2024 Building Resilient Food Systems
In this new episode, I chat with Webster Isheanopa Makombe, a Zimbabwean lawyer and former Youth Leader for Nutrition with the Scaling Up Nutrition Movement. For more than 5 years, Webster has been actively advocating against food insecurity, providing youth-centric advice on how to reimagine the future of food in Africa and beyond. Have a listen and learn more about how you can join the movement to end the food crisis #TogetherWeCan
🌾 What will it take to build resilient food systems in Africa?
🌽 How can we leverage Africa’s indigenous agricultural products to solve the global food crisis?
🌍 Can we ever solve the hunger crisis?

#food #indigenous #resilience #globalgoals #SDG2 #zerohunger #empowerment #africa #power #youth #foodsystems #foodsecurity #development #SDGs #zimbabwe #impact #sustainability #equality #youthleadership #community #leadership #podcast #speaker #faith
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17min
June 21, 2024 Power Story - Faithrose Daniel
Faithrose Daniel, Founder of MamaPower🇰🇪and Computer Science student at Smith College is on a mission to support and empower survivors of domestic violence and assault to reclaim their identity. In this new episode, she shares her heartfelt story of leading a women-focused non-profit organization in Kenya and providing psychosocial support to vulnerable women and girls. She further explores the following topics:

🎯Youth Leadership in Africa
🎯Communal Impact of Women Empowerment
🎯Combating Gender Stereotypes

Be inspired!

#kenya #empowerment #women #power #girls #education #africa #collegestudents #impact #sustainability #equality #youthleadership #community #leadership #podcast #speaker #faith
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18min
March 28, 2024 Power Story - Mpiwa Gwindi
I recently had a chat with Mpiwa Gwindi, a multi-talented performing and recording artist from Zimbabwe. In this episode she shares her inspiring journey of leading the 2018 Guinness World Record-recognised largest marimba ensemble (ZiMarimba Fest) and collaborating with international organizations to tackle global challenges through music and art. She further explores the following topics:

🎯Passion vs Purpose
🎯Art as an Advocacy Tool
🎯The Power of Communal Support

#education #art #music #artist #community #ubuntu #passion #career #careerdevelopment #collegestudents #podcast #purpose #women #africa #sustainability #environment #climatechange #change #marimba #worldrecord
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20min
March 18, 2024Power Story - Eugenia Rogers
In this new episode, I chat with Eugenia Rogers - a Sierra Leonean and Environmental Science and Policy student at Smith College. She shares a phenomenal story of her journey starting a charity organization in Sierra Leone whilst advancing her interests in sustainability, youth empowerment and education. She dives deeper into the following topics:
Purpose - Finding your “Why”
The Power of Community & Ubuntu
Advancing Education in Africa
Be inspired!
#education #community #ubuntu #passion #career #careerdevelopment #collegestudents #podcast #purpose #women #africa #sustainability #environment #climatechange
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15min
March 08, 2024Power Story - Sarah Sackey
Happy International Women’s Day🌺 🌟 I recently had a chat with Sarah Sackey, a Ghanaian - American and PharmD student at Northeastern University. In this episode, she shares a powerful story of her interests in the intersection of healthcare, business, and climate finance. She dives deeper into the following topics:
Passion & Career Goals

Women in the Venture Capital Space

The Power of Mentors & Sponsors

Mental Wellness, Planning & Faith
Be inspired!

Power Story - Sarah Sackey: www.onthespotwithjuliana.com/

#mentor #sponsor #impact #passion #career #careerdevelopment #collegestudents #podcast #purpose #women #iwd2024 #iwd #business #finance #healthcare #africa
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29min
October 31, 2023 Leading Authentically ~ Sarah Willie LeBreton (Smith College President)
I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing the 12th President of Smith College, Sarah Willie-LeBreton. In this episode, she shares insights on her remarkable leadership journey and outlines how individuals can embrace their authenticity and find joy. She draws lessons from her experiences as an accomplished scholar, sociologist, educator, and phenomenal leader.
This is an episode worth listening to. Be Inspired! :
“Figuring out what brings you joy, what gets your engines revving, and what excites you intellectually are the building blocks for figuring out what type of leader you may want to be…” ~Sarah Willie-LeBreton
“On the Spot with Juliana” is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, etc. : https://www.onthespotwithjuliana.com/
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23min
October 18, 2023 Youth Entrepreneurship & AI
💡How can young people harness the Power of Entrepreneurship and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to contribute towards sustainable development?💡
In this new episode of On The Spot with Juliana, Tamuda Chimhanda (Co-Founder @PenPal + University of Rochester Student) shares his entrepreneurial journey in the technology space. He explores how young people can leverage AI and other budding softwares to develop more sustainable interventions which solve global challenges.
Curious to learn more? Have a listen!
#YouthInAction
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23min
May 05, 2023 Finding Balance: Health & Wellness - SBFinale
This week, Victoria Flores-Almazan, a Biochemistry student at Smith College shares advice on how to strike a balance between school, work, family, and other activities. Using her real-life story as an example, she highlights key attributes that can help us find a balance in our busy lives and maintain our mental wellness. Be inspired!
#mentalwellness #advocacy #youthdevelopment #partnerships #africa #SDG3 #sustainabledevelopment #mentalhealth #digitalinnovation #podcasts #purpose #grateful
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23min
April 28, 2023 Mental Wellness & Communal Support - SB10
In this episode, Shyla Powell (M.A., MHC-LP), a Staff Therapist at Syracuse University shares her insights on how individuals and communities can best support young people facing mental health issues. Learn more about her journey as a pastoral counselor and mental health professional.
#mentalwellness #advocacy #youthdevelopment #partnerships #africa #SDG3 #sustainabledevelopment #mentalhealth #digitalinnovation #podcasts #purpose #grateful
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15min
April 21, 2023 Faith & Wellness - SB9
In this episode, Nahash Mwathi, an Audiovisual Creative and Wellness Coach from Kenya shares his insights on the intersection of faith and wellness. He outlines the importance of spiritual wellness and the role of religious groups in supporting individuals facing mental health issues. Be inspired!
What started as a battle with low self esteem has led to the creation of a beautiful journey of Nahash's music. Having released His debut album, The Love Flowchart in late 2020, he has moved on to sing about practical issues affecting every Christian in their bid to become more like Jesus. Further, he has released All of Me- Part 1 which is part of a project to continue singing about his experiences as a Christian in light of everyday trials. His music is relatable and soulful, reaching you at your darkest and most trying times and reminding you that there's still light at the end of the tunnel. He's experiencing this, you can too! https://nmwathi.com/
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19min

FAQs about On The Spot with Juliana:

How many episodes does On The Spot with Juliana have?

The podcast currently has 59 episodes available.