The First Gems

The First Gems

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The First Gems episodes

  • S2E8: Podcasting 101: How to Build A Bomb-Ass Brand

    Building a brand isn’t for the weak! That’s why we make it a point to frequently check in with each other. On this episode, we discuss the ins and outs of building The First Gems brand. If you’ve ever wanted to start a brand, then these are the gems you definitely want to pick up.

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    The First Gems is a brand that aims to create a safe space for first-generation millennials to unite, discover, heal, and share their experiences.

    Join us as we explore first-gen stories through culture, community, and the come-up.

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    Email: [email protected]

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    49 min
  • S2E7: Break Away From Burnout: Secrets to Self-Care w/ Kat Torres

    Feeling burnt out lately from work, school, or your day-to-day lifestyle?😓 In our latest episode, we chatted with Kat Torres, a Puerto Rican American life and business coach who helps women escape corporate burnout, level up their mindset, and create the life they want.

    Kat has spent a decade working as a multi-hyphenated creative and through her life experiences, she discovered her calling as a coach. She’s mastered the art of content creation through various endeavors and recently founded @ilovesundaysclub as a way to make self-care and personal development tools more accessible for her community.

    Tune in to learn how you too can prioritize your self-care, grow and achieve the freedom and abundance you desire. This is a convo you don’t want to miss. ✨

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    1 hr 6 min
  • S2E6: The Sweet Life: Building A Dessert Empire w/ Mylinh Nguyen

    We’re back with another fire episode. We sat down with Vietnamese American entrepreneur, Mylinh Nguyen. Alongside her brother, Mylinh founded Fluffy Bear Soft Serve, an ice cream shop based in Orange County, CA that offers an assortment of desserts from ice cream, to shaved ice to milk tea boba. Tune in to learn how Mylinh brought flavor to the OC and how she plans to expand her dessert empire! ——— The First Gems is a brand that aims to create a safe space for first-generation millennials to unite, discover, heal, and share their experiences. Join us as we explore first-gen stories through culture, community, and the come-up. ☞ Liked the episode? Tap the [LIKE] button and click [SUBSCRIBE] here on Youtube for more. You can also catch us on : Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ew8KSH... Anchor: https://anchor.fm/thefirstgems ☞ Wanna connect? Send all inquiries to our email or tap in with us on socials: Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.thefirstgems.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefirstgems/​ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefirstgems?...

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    1 hr
  • S2E5: Where Dance Meets Destiny: Fulfilling Your Purpose w/ Shellee Samuels

    From Krumping on Crenshaw to Getting in Formation with the Queen Bey 🐝 On this episode, we sat down with Shellee Samuels, a Jamaican American and Inglewood native. Shellee is a dancer, actress, educator, philanthropist, and business owner. Her talents have led her to dance alongside some of your favs such as Beyoncè, Pharrell, Megan Thee Stallion, Rihanna, and more! 🤯👏 She’s got big moves and an even bigger heart. 💙 This year (2021), she founded her philanthropic initiative, Peace of The Pie🍕, where she has fed nearly 600 people living in the streets of Skid Row in Downtown LA. Shellee is proof that no goal is too big for you to accomplish. 🤩 Tune in to learn more about shellee’s journey and get inspired to dream BIG! ———- The First Gems is a brand that aims to create a safe space for first-generation millennials to unite, discover, heal, and share their experiences. Join us as we explore first-gen stories through culture, community, and the come-up. ☞ Liked the episode? Tap the [LIKE] button and click [SUBSCRIBE] for more. You can also catch us on : Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ew8KSH... Anchor: https://anchor.fm/thefirstgems ☞ Wanna connect? Send all inquiries to our email or tap in with us on socials: Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.thefirstgems.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefirstgems/​ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefirstgems?...

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    58 min
  • S2E4: The Future of Cannabis: Navigating Entrepreneurship w/ Hilart Abrahamian.

    Success doesn’t come without failure. ✍🏽 In this episode we speak to Hilart Abrahamian, co-founder and COO of Webjoint. Webjoint is a cannabis delivery software startup first founded in 2013 that has raised over $2.8 million in funding over the years and now powers over 1/3 of the cannabis delivery market in California. 🤯 Webjoint has evolved immensely since its early stages but it wasn’t an easy journey or a linear path. Tune in to learn how Hilart and his team identified a gap in the cannabis industry, built his company from the ground up and used lessons learned from failure to drive success. The First Gems is a brand that aims to create a safe space for first-generation millennials to unite, discover, heal, and share their experiences. Join us as we explore first-gen stories through culture, community, and the come-up. ☞ Liked the episode? Tap the [LIKE] button and click [SUBSCRIBE] here on Youtube for more. You can also catch us on : Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ew8KSH... Anchor: https://anchor.fm/thefirstgems ☞ Wanna connect? Send all inquiries to our email or tap in with us on socials: Email: [email protected] Website:  https://www.thefirstgems.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefirstgems/​ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefirstgems?...

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    57 min
  • S2E3: Start Small, Dream Big: Mastering Social Impact w/ Tracy Vertus

    Have you ever wanted to make more of a difference in the world but didn’t know where to start? In this episode, we connect with Tracy Vertus to discuss social impact. Tracy is a Haitian American International development expert and founder of Reach Beyond Relief (reachbeyondrelief.org), an NGO that serves to empower young Haitians globally to build permanent resources to solve Haiti’s most challenging issues. You have the power to create change. So tune into this week’s episode and pick up these gems! 💎 The First Gems is a brand that aims to create a safe space for first-generation millennials to unite, discover, heal, and share their experiences. Join us as we explore first-gen stories through culture, community, and the come-up. ☞ Liked the episode? Tap the [LIKE] button and click [SUBSCRIBE] for more. You can also catch us on : Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ew8KSH... Anchor: https://anchor.fm/thefirstgems ☞ Wanna connect? Send all inquiries to our email or tap in with us on socials: Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.thefirstgems.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefirstgems/​ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefirstgems?...

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    1 hr 12 min
  • S2E2: How to Start A Career in Media and Entertainment w/ Grecia Lopez

    Ever wanted to know what goes on behind the scenes for what you see on the big screen? In this episode, we linked up with bilingual journalist and producer, Grecia Lopez. Grecia is a first-gen Mexican American who worked her way up the ranks in the media industry. From interning with NBC to red carpet interviews with talent such as J. Balvin, she has definitely cracked the code on living out your dreams. Tune in for her gems on navigating the media world and pursuing your dream life. The First Gems is a brand that aims to create a safe space for first-generation millennials to unite, discover, heal, and share their experiences. Join us as we explore first-gen stories through culture, community, and the come-up. ☞ Liked the episode? Tap the [LIKE] button and click [SUBSCRIBE] here on Youtube for more. You can also catch us on : Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ew8KSH... Anchor: https://anchor.fm/thefirstgems ☞ Wanna connect? Send all inquiries to our email or tap in with us on socials: Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.thefirstgems.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefirstgems/​ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefirstgems?...

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    56 min
  • S2E1: How To Be Confident in Your Creative Craft with Abasiono Adams

    Do what you love, and you'll never work a day in your life! In this episode, we sat down with model, actor, and filmmaker Abasiono Adams to discuss pursuing your creative passion. Adams is an indigene of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria who relocated to Dublin Ireland to further pursue his education. While in Ireland, Adams developed a passion for video production and dived deeper into his love for arts and creativity. The First Gems is a brand that aims to create a safe space for first-generation millennials to unite, discover, heal, and share their experiences. Join us as we explore first-gen stories through culture, community, and the come-up. ☞ Liked the episode? Tap the [LIKE] button and click [SUBSCRIBE] here on Youtube for more. You can also catch us on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ew8KSH... Anchor: https://anchor.fm/thefirstgems ☞ Wanna connect? Send all inquiries to our email or tap in with us on socials: Email: [email protected] Website:  https://www.thefirstgems.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefirstgems/

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    43 min
  • S2E0: Hidden Travel Gems: Our First Time in Haiti | The First Gems S2 Premiere

    Thinking about adding Haiti to your travel list? In the season 2 opener of The First Gems podcast, we discuss our experience traveling to Haiti for the first time and share insight on what to expect in the new season. The First Gems is a brand that aims to create a safe space for first-generation millennials to unite, discover, heal, and share their experiences. Join us as we explore first-gen stories through culture, community, and the come-up. ☞ Liked the episode? Tap the [LIKE] button and click [SUBSCRIBE] for more. You can also catch us on : Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ew8KSH... Anchor: https://anchor.fm/thefirstgems Youtube: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=LoUFUvMhW5A ☞ Wanna connect? Send all inquiries to our email or tap in with us on socials: Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.thefirstgems.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefirstgems

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    33 min

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A safe space for first-generation millennials to unite, discover, heal and share our experiences — cross culturally. Join us as we discuss culture, community, and the come up.