Represented

In this short clip, Nyex chats again with a friend, Maria. Maria shares about her dating experience while attending university in Vancouver, Canada.

As she finds her way through life, education, and relationships, Maria maintains a high sense of self-worth; even at her worst. Having struggled with acceptance at a young age, Maria quickly learned to build herself up when nobody else would. In addition to growing pains, Maria attended a variety of schools in different countries, which further complicated her search for understanding. Today, this motivated Math major continues to face her fears and aims to help empower the next generation of African women to blow past their insecurities.

Want to hear more? Check out Maria's full episode at 

https://www.geekhappynetwork.com/represented-episodes/maria-mwita

This podcast is presented by Geek Happy Network. Come check out their other shows at geekhappynetwork.com

In this short clip, Nyex chats again with his old friend, Robert. This time Robert shares about his process when it comes to creating his music.

Lucid aka Robert was our very first guest on the podcast, and we were fortunate enough to have a second catch-up session with him after his very first live performance in Vancouver a few weeks ago. During the first episode, we focused on Lucid's personal development as well as his reasoning behind how he has developed up to this point. This time around we explored Lucid's creative process in more depth while getting a peek into the mind of the creator. Lucid's performance came with some challenges but most importantly, some valuable lessons about how he can continue to hone his craft.

Want to hear more? Check out Robert's full episode at 

https://www.geekhappynetwork.com/represented-episodes/robert-muthama-2

This podcast is presented by Geek Happy Network. Come check out their other shows at geekhappynetwork.com

In this short clip, Nyex chats with an old friend, David. They look back into their childhood and reminisce about what they miss. 

David's journey as an international student and now contributing member of society in Victoria, BC has had its ups and downs. Most notably, however, has been Mawende's journey of self-acceptance as well as communicating his new truths to those he loves and appreciates. Being of Kenyan descent, there are a number of evolving beliefs he must battle with each day. All this while maintaining enough sanity to push forward with his journey towards his most authentic existence.

Want to hear more? Check out David's full episode at 

https://www.geekhappynetwork.com/represented-episodes/david-mawende-mutuku

This podcast is presented by Geek Happy Network.

In this short clip, Nyex chats with an old friend, Noni. They catch up on life while Noni shares about her journey into accepting herself and who she is.

Muthoni (aka Noni) is a Kenyan-born, Petroleum Engineering grad living and working in Canada. Despite Noni's early life posing a variety of challenges, it revealed a stronger and more determined individual who spreads joy everywhere she goes. The turmoil caused by past abusive relationships, as well as battles with low self-esteem often prevented Noni from giving herself a chance to move forward. Now, however, Noni stands strong having removed herself from unhealthy ties as she pursues her passions such as traveling. Noni is also focused on building a better financial future for herself, but only through the things she loves. The icing on the cake for Noni is that as she re-discovers her true self, she has the opportunity to strengthen her relationships with her chosen family all over Canada that loves and supports her. 

Want to hear more? Check out Linda's full episode at 

https://www.geekhappynetwork.com/represented-episodes/linda-wacheke

This podcast is presented by Geek Happy Network.

In this short clip, Nyex talks to an old friend, Lina Wacheke, about fearing the new in life.

Linda's upbringing in Kenya comprised of a fairly intense level of parental intervention; a direct contrast to her life now in Vancouver. Despite being raised in a household with strict values and an intense work ethic, Linda fully acknowledges her need for a level of flexibility in life. Having graduated from the University of British Columbia, it now further means that Linda's parents have one less aspect of her life under their close management. While finding her way around her twenties, Linda wants to take this opportunity to explore a lot more of what life has to offer. This means living with fewer restrictions than before, but still maintaining who she is at her core. Most importantly, Linda not only seeks to further her career professionally but impact the world around her while she does so.

Want to hear more? Check out Linda's full episode at 

https://www.geekhappynetwork.com/represented-episodes/linda-wacheke

This podcast is presented by Geek Happy Network.

In this short clip, Nyex talks to software developer, Özge Çokyaşar, about her change and growth in her life through her career.

Ozge recently moved to Vancouver from London to begin her personal journey towards a new and fulfilling life. From a shift in career choice to emotional breakthroughs; we spoke about a few of the transitions Ozge has been through so far. This week’s episode also features some interesting accounts of dealing with life’s transitions with some added help.

Want to hear more? Check out Özge's full episode at 

https://www.geekhappynetwork.com/represented-episodes/ozge-cokyasar

This podcast is presented by Geek Happy Network.

In this short clip, Nyex talks to guitarist, Robby Mamonluk, about music and how family plays a role.

Robby is the lead singer of Chelsea's Tail; a local band in Greater Vancouver. Most importantly, however, Robby is a son, brother, husband and a friend. At its core, Robby's journey through Rock music is linked to his love for family. From his first guitar from his father to playing alongside his younger brother in bands all his life, Robby is deeply inspired by the cohesive nature of his family unit. We also reflected on creativity and some of the ways Robby aims to impact Rock music with Chelsea's Tail. At the same time, we explored some of the ways Rock music impacted Robby to give him his hunger for expression.

Want to hear more? Check out Robby's full episode at 

https://www.geekhappynetwork.com/represented-episodes/robby-mamonluk

This podcast is presented by Geek Happy Network.

In this short clip, Nyex talks to film producer, Philip Planta, about the nature of the Vancouver film industry.

In this episode of the Represented podcast, we speak to Phil Planta. Phil is an independent filmmaker who navigates the buzzing Vancouver film industry using his vision and inspiration. As Phil tells stories through film, he strives to always represent a variety of cultural perspectives. Phil's early life experiences particularly, reinforced for him the importance of being represented in films; among other things. As a Filipino boy growing up in Greater Vancouver at a time when it was undergoing major socioeconomic shifts, Phil also shares how this affected his upbringing and perspective on things.

Want to hear more? Check out Philip's full episode at 

https://www.geekhappynetwork.com/represented-episodes/philip-planta

This podcast is presented by Geek Happy Network.

In this short clip, Nyex talks to Lucid about the inspirations in his life.

In this episode of the Represented podcast, we speak to Robert Muthama. Robert is a Kenyan-born, Vancouver-based artist who's journey so far has led to him focusing on the creation of music. We speak about Robert's journey as an artist from childhood, as well as how his upbringing has informed his decisions to-date. We speak on the stoic African father figure, relationships, early school memories and self-expression.

Want to hear more? Check out Lucid's full episode at 

https://www.geekhappynetwork.com/represented-episodes/robert-muthama

This podcast is presented by Geek Happy Network.

This is an excerpt from the Represented Podcast, hosted by yours truly. In this short clip, Nyex talks to Jaymee Mak and her experiences moving to Canada. 

Jaymee incorporates a deep sense of self-awareness in everything she is involved in. This often comes out when she works on her craft as a screen actor. As a youth, Jaymee had to learn to cope with her mental health which forced her to get to know herself better. Ultimately, Jaymee draws strength from her battles. Now, as a budding filmmaker in Greater Vancouver, Jaymee continues to uncover the lengths to which she can stretch her talents in the buzzing Vancouver film industry.

Want to hear more? Check out Jaymee's full episode at 

https://www.geekhappynetwork.com/represented-episodes/jaymee-mak

This podcast is presented by Geek Happy Network.