The Sassy Show

Montreal based, Algerian singer and MC Meryem Saci, is inspiring a new wave of energy in her electronic music. Connecting nature, movement and self-expression through her diverse range of styles, Meryem is all about raising the vibrations by pulling on influences from North African and Arabic rhythms and melodies. Meryem injects a spiritual pulse into the musical language she creates, fusing together her love of hip-hop, RnB, Soul, Jazz and Reggae.

Having launched her first solo album, 'On My Way' last year, Meryem has carved a space to liberate and rejuvenates her own unique identity as a musician. Best known for being part of the multi-lingual super group Nomadic Massive, Meryem Saci sits down with Cyd Eva to discuss the juxtaposition of her Algerian upbringing and how she uses music to connect with traditions and talented fellow creatives.

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Stylist and filmmaker, Vanessa Mojapelo, is walking her own path of creative abundance with infectious joy and playfulness. With an enviable wardrobe and eye for mastering juxtaposing looks, Vanessa has built a career styling people for television. Yet it was her previous job, as a video editor, that led Vanessa to pursue her work as a filmmaker working with artists and clothing brands.

Tune in to the podcast episode to hear Cyd Eva interview Vanessa Mojapelo about her love of television and how a rural upbringing shaped the mindset she carries today.

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Singer and producer Janette King brings a loving fusion of electronica and RnB in her latest solo album 'What We Lost'.  Shaped by her upbringing as a Caribbean-Canadian woman, Janette uses her music to inspire a fresh perspective on queer identity and self-expression. With sensual, yet straight-talking lyrics about bisexual love and self-pleasure, we wanted to hear more about Janette's musical motivations.

Sitting down with fellow Canadian artist, Cyd Eva, Janette discusses the energy of being on stage, and how she wishes to inspire others through authentic self-expression.

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Canadian producer, Tee Krispil, is bringing a new concept of sound to our ears. Embodying a vibe that is both peaceful and provocative, Tee's work as a musician manifests as triphop-trap beats, overlayered with rap and oozing Moroccan-tinged melodies. Having made a name for herself as a producer and songwriter, Tee recently joined the 5 member band NADUH. Bringing endless catching tunes and raps that resonate deeply in our bisexual bones, NADUH is the sassiest band we know!

In this podcast episode, we hear Tee Krispil discuss the release of her latest solo EP 'Assiah' with our Sassy host Cyd Eva. The duo discusses how heritage and herbalism play a role in living consciously, introducing us to Tee's herbalism company 'Fleurs Tea'.

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Skateboarding enthusiast and leader of change, Marie Mayassi, is creating opportunities for People of Colour, of marginalised genders, to join the skateboarding scene.

Fueled by frustration of seeing the dominance of cis white males within the sport, Marie founded 'Skate Gals & Pals'; a collective aiming to create social action and community building through skating.  It is Marie's uniquely infectious energy that carries this special and essential initiative. Alongside prioritising and ensuring the safety of each new member through trust and sisterly awareness.

Find more information about this podcast episode on www.thesassyshow.com

Keep up to date with all meet-ups and events via IG @melaningalsnpals 

And be sure to visit the Skate Gals & Pals website 

And Donate to the collective, to support the funding of mobile skate parks and the development of individual skater's careers.

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Listen up, artistic innovators! Have you got an idea but fearful of taking that next step to allow your concept to grow. Well, Alyssa Burtt is the Brand and Creative Business Strategist you need to know.

As an artist and storytelling leadership coach, Alyssa has built her own company, Brave Narratives, to help individuals and companies pinpoint their brand identity. With a background in photography and design, Alyssa has invested in educating herself about the intricacies of business marketing and eCommerce, through a uniquely creative lens.

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Silky songstress Nipho Hurd is using her skillset to encourage fellow artists to prosper in their careers. With many strings to her bow, including styling, events and artist management, as well as songwriting, Nipho is one to watch on the South African arts scene. Her appetite for running a business and developing her career gives you just a taster of the creative magic this Sassy sister possesses.

Tune in to hear host and fashion artist Cyd Eva talk with Nipho Hurd about her latest EP release 'The Ghel', sharing all the juicy deets behind each Sassy track x

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South African singer, NOSIHE, tells us about the release of her latest EP 'E-motions', a live gig recording in Durban. Moving between jazz and South African rhythms inspired by her Zulu upbringing, NOSIHE's voice welcomes her listeners into a warm world of emotional expression. Sassy Sister Cyd Eva talks with NOSIHE about the meaning behind her music, unpicking the Zulu lyrics that sit atop infectious arrangments. 

Alongside listening to NOSIHE's top 5 tracks off her EP, we hear these Sassy Sisters discussing the gender-based violence that is prevalent in South Africa. NOSIHE uses her music to spread messages educating people on the reality of women's experiences, encouraging respect and equality within her community. We hear NOSIHE discuss how singing allows her to communicate freely on this subject, promoting the positive power of love.

Tune into NOSIHE's music via her YouTube page and keep up to date via IG @nosihe_ 

Tracklist :
All songs written and performed by NOSIHE

Ngiyakuthanda
Motions
Uthando Olunjani
Olwandle
Please Tell Me

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Sexual health advocate Enas Dajani has moved across the globe lobbying for female rights in the Arab world.  Tune in to hear Enas talk with Sassy Sister Bethany Burgoyne about the importance of female care and support.

Based in Bethlehem, Palestine, her work has taken her from leading regional sex education programmes, to building her own company, Sletate, that uses jewellery to educate women about their reproductive system. Additionally, she was part of building the first Arabic sexual health app, Mostashari, providing younger people with medical knowledge and support that is so often lacking in the home, and at school.  

In these ways, Enas Dajani is continually provoking conversations about gender inequality and the silence that surrounds sexual health and well-being in Palestine. Forever finding innovative ways to engage her community in forward thinking, educational projects

Tune in to hear Enas discuss how her environment and upbringing has shaped her fight for female rights. And how certain laws in Palestine are actively perpetuating violence against women in her society. 

All information about Enas's projects and the tracks included in this episode can be found on www.thesassyshow.com

For more information about Enas's business, 'Sletate', check out their IG page @sletate.ps  and keep up to date with Enas's work on @pswoman101

Tracklist:
Maysa Daw - Ta'al (Come With Me)
Bashar Murad - Ana Zalameh (I AM A MAN)
Ruba Shamshoum - Sununu
Yusor Hamed - Fikri 7a3yish | يسر - فكري حيعيش
Makimakkuk - Jazirat Alkanz

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Documentary filmmaker and stripper, Stella Dixon, and fellow stripper and Ph.D. researcher Scarlet Rose share their Sassy Sistership. Based in Newcastle, Scarlet and Stella discuss the growth of their careers and friendship, connecting over their shared mission to reclaim the narrative of strippers through research.

For Stella, this took the form of her debut mini-doc, 'Born To Flex'; an exploration into the multilayered role of sex work, made in reaction to the media's representation of strippers. Stella talks to Scarlet about the making of her film and the duo dig deeper into explaining which laws need to be implemented to protect and destigmatise sex workers.

All information about this episode, including Stella Dixon's short film 'Born To Flex' is available via www.thesassyshow.com

Keep up to date with Stella via IG @mystellaforstar and Scarlet @scarletroseburlesque 

Track List:

Cardi B - Bodak Yellow
Miley Cyrus - Heart of Glass (Live from iHeart Festival)
Melody Gardot - Worrisome Heart
Ashnikko - Cry Feat. Grimes
Daughter - Love (Baile Remix)

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