Who is Orbit Deen?

In Episode 2 of Discovering Beauty, Michael C. Cooney shares the story behind the name Orbit Deen and the winding path that led to its creation.

From growing up with cerebral palsy and feeling like an outsider, to becoming a filmmaker, writer, musician, activist, and storyteller, Michael reflects on the experiences that shaped his identity and creative voice. Along the way, he explores what it means to belong, how we create meaning from adversity, and why becoming yourself is often a lifelong journey.

This episode is about more than a name—it’s about discovering who you are beneath the labels, expectations, and limitations placed upon you by others. It’s a conversation about authenticity, resilience, imagination, and finding beauty in the process of self-discovery.

Whether you’re navigating change, searching for purpose, or simply wondering how someone becomes Orbit Deen, this episode invites you to reflect on your own story and the person you’re becoming.

🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and Substack.

Topics discussed:

* The origins of Orbit Deen

* Growing up with cerebral palsy

* Identity and belonging

* Creativity as self-expression

* Reinvention and resilience

* The journey of becoming yourself

* Discovering beauty in unexpected places

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