UP NORTH

UP NORTH

By Dunka KassamSociety & Culture
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UP NORTH episodes

  • Religion vs Reality: The Uncomfortable Truths.

    We pray, we post, we show up… but behind closed doors, it’s a different reality.

    Is religion still shaping our lives, or are we just performing it because Faith is loud but Reality is louder.

    Which one are you really living?

    22 min
  • Nobody Just “Becomes Great” — This is what you were not told.

    Everyone loves the spotlight, but nobody talks about the dark, quiet years before it.

    Before the great people you know became icons, they were broke, rejected, unknown, doubted and still grinding in silence.

    If you think greatness is luck or overnight fame… this episode will change how you see everything.

    9 min
  • Is My Generation Building a Legion of Women That Hate Men?

    What started as valid reactions to real experiences is slowly turning into a pattern… a mindset… even a default expectation about men.

    No sugarcoating, plainly calling attention to something many people feel but don’t say out loud;

    Are women unconsciously building resentment toward men?

    21 min
  • Variety is the Spice of Life: Why Being Different is Your Superpower

    In a world where everyone is trying to fit in, what if the real magic is in standing out?

    On this episode of Up North with Kassam Dunka, we dive into the beauty of human differences, from the quiet observers to the loud creatives, the serious minds to the everyday jokers.

    Not everyone is wired the same, and that’s not a flaw… it’s the design.

    🎙️ Tap in to listen, reflect, and maybe… start appreciating people a little differently.

    23 min
  • Time waits for no Man

    Time waits for no man and neither should you. In this episode, I open up about the silent pressure of lost time, the journey to finding real happiness, and the lessons life has forced me to learn. From making peace with the past to focusing on what truly matters, this is a reminder to stop stressing over things you can’t control and start living intentionally.

    If you’ve ever felt behind, stuck, or weighed down by “what could have been,” this one is for you.

    Press play… your time is now.

    20 min
  • UNIVERSITY SERIES Part 3: TDB
    If you've never gone for TDB (Till Day Break) during your higher institution days, then your College days was missing something. This episode is an encounter of my first TDB experience and what I've observed on the first day.
    11 min
  • Does early start to life equate success?
    Why do so many young people find themselves navigating life without a clear direction, even after reaching a higher institution of learning? In this episode, I dive into the reality of delayed independence, the evolving nature of wealth, and how early exposure can shape one’s future. Let’s talk about the shifts, the struggles, and the solutions.
    10 min

About UP NORTH

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I’ve walked the dusty roads, sat under northern skies, and listened to voices that echo beyond borders. Up North with Kassam Dunka isn’t just a podcast—it’s a journey through stories untold, cultures unwrapped, and experiences that shape who we are. Tune in, not just to hear, but to feel.