Synergy-Cast

By Sanya Sharose

Sanya invites guests to discuss their individual perspectives on the intersections of arts, culture, social justice, mental health, spirituality, and other aspects of well-being. We are all beings who love to learn, and share what we know!
*This podcast is not a substitute for therapy nor is it mental health treatment, if you are struggling, please seek support from a mental health professional!

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Healing Through Authentic Connection with Dr. Kristen Casey

Synergy-CastFeb 02, 2022

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Healing Through Authentic Connection with Dr. Kristen Casey

Dr. Kristen Casey—clinical psychologist, content creator, and author of Life Lessons to Master Before you Die: Therapy Insights—joins me for a conversation where we discuss her journey in becoming a mental health clinician, her experiences being a “Tiktok therapist”, what it’s like being a therapist in the pandemic, how to prevent clinician burnout, and her favorite tips on how to improve sleep hygiene!

Check out Dr. Kristen Casey:

Instagram, Tiktok, & Twitter: @drkristencasey; @evolvepsychological

Kristen’s Website: https://beacons.page/drkristencasey

Follow Synergy-Cast:

Instagram: @synergycast

Resources:

National Sleep Foundation: https://www.thensf.org/

American Academy for Sleep Medicine: https://aasm.org/

#healing #healingjourney #healingquotes #authentic #authenticity #authenticself #authenticconnection #authenticconnections #sleep #sleepy #sleeptraining #sleeping #sleephygiene #therapistsofinstagram #therapistlife #therapistsupport #burnoutrecovery #burnouts #burnout #therapy #therapyiscool #therapistburnout #clinicians #clinicalpsychology #clinicalpsychologist

Feb 02, 202253:17

My Immigration Story with Rabita Tareque

Rabita Tareque—former U.N. intern and outreach organizer—joins Sanya for a conversation where we discuss her personal experiences being a Bengali, Muslim, immigrant. She opens up about the mental health struggles her and her family have experienced due to their migration journey, and also discusses how her own experiences motivated her to fight for refugee and immigrant rights in the field of international migration herself!
*Content Warning: discussing experiences with mental health struggles, including depression.
Listen here: anchor.fm/synergy-cast
Follow Rabita:
Instagram: @baeofbengal_
Tiktok: @baeofbengal_
Linktree: linktr.ee/rabita.tareque
Follow Synergy-Cast:
Instagram: @synergycast
Support Immigrants:
Instagram: @immigrantsrising
Linktree: linktr.ee/immigrantsrising
Website: immigrantsrising.org/
Instagram: @migrantfreedom
Linktree: linktr.ee/freedomforimmigrants
Website: www.freedomforimmigrants.org/
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#immigrants #refugees #immgrantsmakeamericagreat #immigration #immigrant #nohumanisillegal #refugeeswelcome #refugees #firstgen #firstgeneration #firstgenerationcollegestudent #firstgenerationgraduate #firstgenproblems #muslimamerican #southasian #bangladesh #bangladeshi #international #internationalmigration #un #unitednations #immigrantrights

Jul 28, 202101:07:49

Building Autonomy & Learning to Live A Full Life with Adelola Adesanya

Adelola Adesanya (@mischiefmanagedt) joins Sanya for a conversation where they open up about their personal experiences as BIPOC women growing up in their conservative childhood suburb of Naperville, Illinois. Adelola also shares her experiences being a part of the LGBTQIA+ community, her feelings and thoughts regarding the Black Lives Matter movement, going to therapy, building back autonomy, balancing different aspects of her culture, and finding a community that has helped her feel supported.
*Content Warning: discussing experiences regarding racism and anti-Black violence.
Follow Adelola:
Instagram: @mischiefmanagedt
Youtube: ADEPOV
www.youtube.com/channel/UCk_n5jqsOsCmluid5V4hSnQ
Check Out Agbara Life:
Instagram:@agbaralife
Website: www.agbaralife.com/shop
Follow Synergy-Cast:
Instagram: @synergycast
Resources:
24/7 Hotline for LGBTQIA+ Support:
www.thetrevorproject.org/
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Jun 30, 202144:57

You Have To Feel It to Heal It with Sia Natara

Sia Natara (@mamasolaris)—yoga teacher, spiritual coach, social media influencer, and mother—joins Sanya for a conversation where they dive into meditation, manifestation, shadow work, harnessing your sexual energy, getting in touch with your inner child, and how we can use spiritual healing to progress social justice!
Content Warning: sharing personal experiences with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and other mental health conditions.
Follow Sia:
Instagram, Twitter, and Tiktok: @mamasolaris
Linktree: linktr.ee/mamasolaris
Follow Synergy-Cast:
Instagram: @synergycast
Links to Support Palestine and Donate to India COVID Relief:
Sanya’s Linktree: linktr.ee/sanyasharose
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#spirituality #shadowwork #sexpositive #orgasm #manifestation #meditation #mindfulness #yoga #yogapractice #innerchild #reparenting #socialjustice #BIPOC #peopleofcolor #healing #depression #anxiety #spiritual #spiritualcoach #motherhood #parenting #feelyourfeelings #lawofattraction #LOA #manifest #healingjourney #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness

Jun 02, 202101:00:12

Breaking The Cycle with Kashish Ali

Kashish Ali, joins me for a conversation where we open up about our personal views when it comes to love and relationships, and how being first generation and South Asian impacts it! We also share our thoughts on how we personally try to break the cycle when it comes to changing stereotypical ideas and values imposed on women by society and our culture.
Follow Kashish:
Instagram: @digital.kash
Twitter: @digitalkash
Facebook: Kashish Ali
Follow Synergy-Cast:
Instagram: @synergycast
Mutual Aids to Support:
@free99fridge
free99fridge.com/
@atlsolfund
atlsolidarity.org/
@hermosamutualaid
hermosamutualaid.org/
@gplxc
www.gplxc.org/mutual-aid
@bravespacealliance
linktr.ee/bravespacealliance
Chicago Mutual Aid App:
apps.apple.com/us/app/mutual-aid-a-helping-hand/id1518174898
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#firstgeneration #mutualaid #wetakecareofus #girlchat #romanticrelationships #settingboundaries #relationshipproblems #southasian #desigirls #browngirls #browngirlproblems #desigirlproblems #breakthecycle #glassceiling #feminist #feminism #podcast #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #relationalhealth #atlanta #chicago #chicagomutualaid #generation #multigeneration #southasianculture #selflove #selflove #independentwoman #loveyourself #synergycast

Apr 28, 202101:17:13

Using Humor to Cope with Daddy Ramazani

Daddy Ramazani (yes that’s his real name)—director, musician, filmmaker, & comedian—joins Sanya for a conversation where we discuss his personal journey navigating being a creative in these times. Daddy also shares his perspectives on how he uses humor to cope, how intergenerational trauma has shaped his experiences, and how he personally stays mentally and inspirationally aligned. *Content warning: intergenerational trauma, police violence and murder, racism and racial microagressions Follow Daddy: Instagram: @directordaddy Twitter: @directordaddyy Linktree: https://linktr.ee/directordaddy Watch Daddy ft. in "Purple Emoji" Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSDGYnutVlM Learn About Generational Trauma: Website: https://www.ensembletherapy.com/blog/what-is-generational-trauma Books: The Body Keeps the Score by: Bessel Van Der Kolk My Grandmother’s Hands by: Resmaa Menakem . . . #comedy #comedian #standupcomedy #standup #standupcomedian #director #filmmaker #musician #intergenerationaltrauma #racisminamerica #racial injustice #racism #antiracism #antiracist #copingmechanism #microaggressions #humor #senseofhumor #mentalwellness #mentalhealthmatters #songwriter #musicvideo #musicvideos #mentalhealthpodcast #socialjustice #socialjusticepodcast #podcasts #creative #photography #synergycast

Mar 31, 202159:51

Centering Wellness In Abolition with Marie Tapp

Marie Tapp—teacher, youth worker, mutual aid organizer, and future mental health professional—joins Sanya where we introduce the concept of abolition, and share our perspectives on how the current police and prison systems in the U.S. are not working. We also discuss the changes we wish to see for a better future that centers wellness for everyone.

*Content warning: police and prison systems

Follow Marie:

Instagram: @mokabear24

Instagram: @wellnessliberationforall

Donate to the Far South Side Mutual Aid Group:

Venmo: @Marie-Tapp

Email : mtapp24@gmail.com

Dr. Nadine Burke-Harris (as referenced in episode)

Book—The Deepest Well:

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/33413909-the-deepest-well

Ted talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95ovIJ3dsNk&t=3s

#abolition #wellness #socialjustice #centeringwellness #mutualaid #abolishthepolice #abolishprisons #transformativejustice #community #care #communitycare #collective #collectivecare #selfcare #abolitionist #defundthepolice #harm #oppression #capitalism #radicalizingcare #deescalation #mentalhealth #physicalhealth #liberation #liberationforall #humanrights #chicago #investincommunity #accountability #podcast #podcasts #mentalhealthpodcast #socialjusticepodcast #futuretherapist

Mar 03, 202154:09

Healthcare is a Human Right with Dr. Sobia Ansari and Dr. Monica Maalouf

Dr. Sobia Ansari and Dr. Monica Maalouf join Sanya in a conversation where we discuss how healthcare is a human right! We introduce the concept of Medicare for All, and the issues we see with our current healthcare system in the U.S. We also discuss how Medicare for All would benefit all aspects of health and well-being, including physical, mental, and reproductive health, as well as how it would help us fight COVID-19! *Content warning: racism in the healthcare system, and COVID-19 related deaths. Check Out This Week's Guests: Dr. Maalouf’s Twitter: @MaaloufMD Dr. Ansari’s Twitter:@SobiaNaz77 Follow Synergy-Cast: Instagram: @synergycast Resources: Illinois Single Payer Coalition Website: https://www.ilsinglepayer.org/speakers Physicians for a National Health Program Website:https://pnhp.org/what-is-single-payer/ Health Over Profit Website: http://healthoverprofit.org/ Dr. Nadine Burke Harris TedTalk on How Childhood Trauma Affects Health Across a Lifetime: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95ovIJ3dsNk&t=3s . . . #healthcare #healthcareisahumanright #medicareforall #singlepayer #improvedmedicareforall #mentalhealth #reproductivehealth #socialjustice #humanrightsactivist #healthcareworkers #physicians #humanrights #equity #equitable #access #accesstohealthcare #covid_19 #podcasts #futuretherapist #mentalhealthisphysicalhealth #synergycast

Feb 08, 202101:13:15

The Farmer Bills and The Larger Sikh Genocide with Dr. Prabhjot Singh

Dr. Prabhjot Singh, Sikh activist and educator, joins Sanya for a conversation where we unpack what is going on with the farmer’s protests in India and the larger Sikh genocide. We also discuss how the current political climate impacts the mental health and well-being of Punjabi-Sikhs around the world, and ways you can get involved to learn more and join the cause!
*Content warning: suicide, genocide, state terrorism, and police brutality
Check out Dr. Prabhjot Singh:
Instagram: @__prabhjotsingh
Twitter: @doctorsinghh
Follow Synergy-Cast on Instagram: @synergycast
Sanya's Linktree: linktr.ee/sanyasharose
More Instagram Accounts to Follow:
@sikhexpo
@saadda.haq
@thesikhstory
@ravisinghka
@khalsa_aid
National Suicide Prevention Hotline:
800-273-8255
suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
Learn more:
www.askindiawhy.com/
Sign the Petition:
chng.it/dNPHvWMzXt
Donate:
www.khalsaaid.org/
unitedsikhs.org/punjab-farmers-relief/
www.gofundme.com/f/support-farmer-protest-2020-delhi
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#farmersprotests #iamwithfarmers #nofarmersnofood #sikh #sikhism #standwithfarmers #fightforrights #indiangovernment #punjab #punjabi #farmerssupporter #iamwithfarmers #farmersrevolution #injustice #history #rebellion #kissanektazindabad #generationaltrauma #multigenerationaltrauma #awareness #intergenerationaltrauma #ptsd #socialjustice #futuretherapist #mentalhealthmatters #activist #activism #podcaster #podcast #podcasts #synergycast

Jan 20, 202155:10

Music is My Purpose with SANJ

SANJ—singer, songwriter, and musician—joins Sanya for a conversation where we discuss her personal experiences working in the music industry as a South Asian, first generation woman, how music has helped SANJ cope with her mental health, and how representation of BIPOC in the music industry matters! *Content warning: anxiety and depression Listen Here: https://linktr.ee/sanyasharose Check out SANJ: Instagram & Tiktok: @xoxosanj Cloudmind Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MADOCAH0y4 “At Dusk” EP out now: https://album.link/i/1525331726 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/superstarsanju Follow Synergy-Cast on Instagram: @synergycast . . #rnb #darkrnb #musician #music #artist #art #singer #song #songwriter #desi #southasian #firstgeneration #southasianartists #southasianartist #mentalhealth #arttherapy #therapy #failure #progress #lyrics #cloudmind #EP #mentalhealthmatters #podcast #podcasts #synergycast

Dec 09, 202001:07:15

Beading is Like Therapy with Elias Jade Not Afraid

Elias Jade Not Afraid, self-taught beader and member of Apsáalooke Nation (Crow Nation), joins Sanya for a conversation where we unpack Elias’s art practice and how his cultural background impacts it. We also discuss decolonizing museums, cultural appropriation vs. cultural appreciation, Elias’s personal journey with mental health, and how his beadwork has played a huge role in his healing journey!
*Content warning: suicidal ideation and substance use
Listen Here: linktr.ee/sanyasharose
Check out Elias Jade Not Afraid:
Instagram: @eliasnotafraid
Website: www.eliasjadenotafraid.com
Elias Jade Not Afraid featured in Vogue magazine:
www.vogue.com/article/santa-fe-indian-market-8-artists-to-know
Check out the Apsáalooke Women and Warriors Exhibit at the Field Museum:
www.fieldmuseum.org/exhibitions/apsaalooke-women-and-warriors
Follow Synergy-Cast on Instagram: @synergycast
Resources:
National Suicide Prevention Hotline:
800-273-8255
suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
Learn About the National Day of Mourning:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Day_of_Mourning_(United_States_protest)#:~:text=Many%20Native%20Americans%20do%20not,relentless%20assault%20on%20their%20cultures.
www.independent.co.uk/life-style/thanksgiving-dont-celebrate-native-americans-controversial-why-history-pilgrims-a8636201.html
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#beadwork #beading #bead #art #mentalhealth #therapy #selfcare #self-care #arttherapy #artist #artpractice #decolonization #museums #decolonizingmuseums #culturalappropriation #culturalappreciation #synergycast

Nov 25, 202001:37:12

Getting in Tune with Spirituality with Indigo La’Faith

Indigo La’Faith—radio host, model, comedian, artist, social media influencer and tarot reader—joins Sanya for a conversation around all things spirituality: tarot, astrology, lightworkers, spiritual relationships, meditation, and how to use the law of attraction to manifest the life of your dreams! *Content warning: depression and self-harm. Listen Here: https://linktr.ee/sanyasharose Follow Indigo on Social Media: Instagram: @indigo.lafaith Tiktok & Twitter: @indigolafaith YouTube: Indigo La'faith Periscope: @Indigo_Lafaith Radio host: @afrovibesradio Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Indigolafaith Follow Synergy-Cast on Instagram: @synergycast Books Indigo Loves: Black Sun Signs: An African-American Guide to the Zodiac by: Thelma Balfour Lightworker: Understand Your Sacred Role as Healer, Guide, and Being of Light by Sahvanna Arienta The 50th Law with 50 Cent by Robert Greene The Secret by Rhonda Byrne The Beginner's Guide to Divination: Learn the Secrets of Astrology, Numerology, Tarot, and Palm Reading--and Predict Your Future by Adams Media You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life by Jen Sincero You Are a Badass at Making Money: Master the Mindset of Wealth by Jen Sincero The Art of Seduction by Robert Greene The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene The Laws of Human Nature by Robert Greene Indigo’s Favorite Tarot Decks: The Wild Unknown Tarot Deck by Kim Krans Rebel Deck Romance Angel Holistic Tarot Ostara Tarot Phantasmagoric Theatre Work Your Light Oracle Cards Get Your Aquagear Here: https://www.goaquagear.com/ . . #spirituality #tarot #astrology #birthchart #spiritual #crystals #tarotreader #tarotreading #lawofattraction #loa #manifest #manifestation #karmicpartners #karma #twinflame #soulmate #mentalhealth #emotionalhealth #meditation #meditate #lightworker #lightworkers #spiritualrelationships #relationships #books #reading #synergycast

Nov 11, 202001:03:39

Social Work is Social Justice Work with Christy Vargas

Christy Vargas LSW, licensed Social Worker and Therapist, joins Sanya for a conversation on how Social Work involves Social Justice work! We talk about some of Christy’s favorite things about being a Social Worker, and also some of the challenges that come with the profession. We also discuss what it's like to be first generation and women of color, both as therapists and also as clients trying to seek services! *Content warning: Depression, Mental Health Conditions, and Racial Microaggressions Listen Here: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast Follow Christy on Social Media: Instagram: @missxsty_lsw Follow Synergy-Cast: Instagram: @synergycast Resources: Article on how Therapy can Benefit First Generations: https://mywellbeing.com/therapy-101/minority-mental-health-awareness-month#:~:text=Therapy%20can%20help%20first%2Dgeneration,cultures%20and%20their%20expectations%2Fnorms.&text=This%20can%20in%20many%20ways,and%20live%20an%20authentic%20life. Instagram Post on ‘Decolonizing Wellness’ Created By @theslowfactory https://www.instagram.com/p/CGStFKMl_w-/?igshid=1q7quwnm3ej7s Instagram Post on ‘Racial Disparities & Discrimination in Mental Health Diagnosis & DSM’ Created By @themindhealthspot https://www.instagram.com/p/CDUFdG8jnLB/?igshid=swqc046viw2v Instagram Post on ‘The Impact of Racism on Mental Health’ Created By @cthagod https://www.instagram.com/p/CBK7UqpjuQo/?igshid=3wcno838qffe BIPOC Mental Health Accounts to Follow on Instagram: @themindhealthspot @taymocha @blackarttherapistnetwork @innerhealing4women @therapyforblackgirls @ablackfemaletherapist @seerutkchawla @trustmeimasocialworker @inclusivetherapists @sharekindnessloudly @decolonizingtherapy @browngirltherapy @sharekindnessloudly . #socialwork #socialworker #socialjustice #mentalhealth #firstgeneration #therapist #therapy #BIPOC #BIPOCTherapy #Mentalhealthawareness #womenofcolor #womanofcolor #arttherapy

Oct 28, 202053:49

Confronting Anti-Black Racism in the South Asian Community with Neelam Makhani

Neelam Makhani, singer and activist, joins Sanya for a conversation where we confront anti-black racism in our South Asian and Ismaili Muslim community, and how the Model Minority Myth plays a role in it. We also discuss ways we can unlearn racism in our culture!
*Content Warning: anti-black racism
Listen Here: anchor.fm/synergy-cast
Follow Synergy-Cast on Instagram: @synergycast
Follow Neelam:
Instagram: @neelam_makhani
Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCzay8Ktp_mWCRmaZLYN2YDg
Black Creators Mentioned:
@taymocha
@indyamoore
@yarashahidi
@mspackyeti
@kerrywashington
@amandaseales
@therachlindsay
South Asian Instagram Accounts Mentioned:
@ismailiactivists
@taffiyaan
@loudmouthladkis
@paper.samosa
@southasians4blacklives
Helpful Books to Learn More About Antiracism:
How to Be Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi
Me and White Supremacy by Layla Saad and Robin Diangelo
So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo
Beyond Survival by Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha
Works Cited:
Learn more about the Model Minority Myth:
publicintegrity.org/inside-publici/newsletters/how-does-the-model-minority-myth-feed-into-racism/?gclid=Cj0KCQjws536BRDTARIsANeUZ58WNB9_Oz60HpMPmIqyeu1BcUsJC8ymCIv7wMJjJJh7SRv-DGKUqzwaAnS5EALw_wcB
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#southasian #southasiansforblacklives #modelminoritymyth #modelminority #southasianculture #activism #activist #mentalhealth #socialjustice #anti-racist #anti-racism #antiracist #antiracism #podcast #podcasts #awareness #mentalhealthawareness #emotionalintelligence #self-awareness #blacklivesmatter #communitycare

Oct 14, 202001:10:33

The Science Behind the Law of Attraction with Kyle Cardoza

Kyle Cardoza, social media influencer on Instagram and Tiktok, joins Sanya for a conversation on the Law of Attraction—how it’s rooted in science, what toxic positivity is and how it's problematic, and how you can use the LOA to achieve the life of your dreams!
*Content Warning: Depression and alcohol use
Listen Here: anchor.fm/synergy-cast
Follow Kyle on Social Media:
Instagram: @kyle_cardoza95
Tiktok: @kylecardoza95
Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCgkV6D_2LZK919GsiH-xPgA
Follow Synergy-Cast on Instagram: @synergycast
Resources to Learn More About the LOA:
Listen to “Your Wish is Your Command” by Kevin Trudeau on Spotify:
open.spotify.com/playlist/3Fryxh7a3RUnldJMIOFdQ2
Learn more about Napoleon Hill and his books:
www.naphill.org/
www.goodreads.com/book/show/105232.Law_of_Success
Activism and the LOA:
www.evolve.how/activism-law-of-attraction/

Sep 30, 202001:15:49

Your Vote is Your Voice with Kristen Sparks

Join fellow voting activist Kristen and I in a conversation where we discuss why it’s important to vote, the different ways you can use your voice to vote in this coming election, and the importance of youth getting involved in the voting process!

LISTEN HERE: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast

FOLLOW SYNERGY-CAST ON INSTAGRAM: @synergycast

CHECK OUT KRISTEN ON INSTAGRAM: @sparks_votes

RESOURCES: Election Day: Nov. 3rd, 2020

Resources for More Informed Voting: https://ballotpedia.org/Sample_Ballot_Lookup https://www.ballotready.org/

Chicago Elections Home: https://chicagoelections.gov/en/home.html

Illinois Elections Home: https://www.elections.il.gov/

Apply to be a poll worker in Chicago: https://chipollworker.com/

Voter Suppression via Voter ID act in WI: https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2017/10/voter-suppression-wisconsin-election-2016/

Info on Voting Rights Timelines: https://www.carnegie.org/topics/topic-articles/voting-rights/voting-rights-timeline/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIpfmvrtLX6wIVQ77ACh13KguhEAAYAiAAEgIFSPD_BwE

Data on Felony Convictions in the US by Race: https://link.springer.com/epdf/10.1007/s13524-017-0611-1?author_access_token=jXD6ohexE1c1ur2WRWhpkfe4RwlQNchNByi7wbcMAY4uMYrYNkMZx9I1WjnbPAWM-g13AQlmw4x8-VaL1oT3wS1z7bR6McpJuw6uJspKuwHQtTd1alIFBkHajdo4QVT1CPUCL7C_5xQhC8-ZXzjA6g%3D%3D

Voting Rights Info for People with Felonies: https://www.ncsl.org/research/elections-and-campaigns/felon-voting-rights.aspx

Article on voting rights in Florida: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2020/09/07/who-gets-to-vote-in-florida

Limiting Polling Places Citation: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-election-locations/southern-us-states-have-closed-1200-polling-places-in-recent-years-rights-group-idUSKCN1VV09J

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#vote #vote2020 #voteforchange #podcast #podcastersofinstagram #podcastlife #podcaster #podcasts #socialjustice #voting #votingmatters #youthvoicesmatter #election2020 #election #elections2020 #synergy-cast

Sep 16, 202001:01:14

Lights, Camera, Revolution with Amber Eswani (Pt. 2)

This is part 2/2 in this series:
Amber and I continue our conversation from part 1, and discuss representation of South Asians in the film industry, we share our opinions on the new Netflix shows: Never Have I Ever and Indian Matchmaking, beauty standards in the media, and how to embrace body positivity!
FOLLOW FOR UPDATES:
Instagram: @synergycast
CHECK OUT AMBER AND HER PROJECTS:
Personal Instagram: @amberoonmoon
Business Facebook and Instagram: @ambereswanistudios
Website: ambereswani.com/
Amber’s Film Facebook and Instagram: @fuzzylegsfilm
Amber’s Film website: www.fuzzylegsfilm.com/
Ismaili Artists Alliance Facebook and Instagram: @ismailiartistsalliance
3 AM Thoughts: @3amthoughtschi
RESOURCES:
Fatimah Asghar Website: www.fatimahasghar.com/
Fatimah Asghar Instagram: @asgharthegrouch
Karan Sunil Instagram: @ksunzz

Sep 02, 202047:38

Lights, Camera, Revolution with Amber Eswani (Pt. 1)

This is part 1/2 in this series:
Join my cousin Amber and I in a conversation on her experiences having a career in the film industry, how being a South Asian and Ismaili Muslim woman plays a role in her career, and how she eventually got to create her own film! Check out Part 2 for more of this conversation!
*Content Warning: harassment in the workplace
FOLLOW FOR UPDATES:
Instagram: @synergycast
CHECK OUT AMBER AND HER PROJECTS:
Personal Instagram: @amberoonmoon
Business Facebook and Instagram: @ambereswanistudios
Website: ambereswani.com/
Amber’s Film Facebook and Instagram: @fuzzylegsfilm
Amber’s Film website: www.fuzzylegsfilm.com/
Ismaili Artists Alliance Facebook and Instagram: @ismailiartistsalliance
3 AM Thoughts: @3amthoughtschi
RESOURCES:
Learn More About the Ismaili Community: https://the.ismaili/#:~:text=The%20Shia%20Ismaili%20Muslims%20are,leader

Sep 02, 202043:08

Healthy Relationships with Manmeet Singh Dhillon

Join my partner Manmeet Singh Dhillon and I in a conversation on our personal experiences navigating healthy relationships! We discuss what we look for in a partner, some common misconceptions about relationships, codependency and interdependency, love languages, how our South Asian cultural background plays a role in our relationship, and answering questions that were sent to us at the end.
LISTEN TO THE EPISODE HERE:
anchor.fm/sanya-jaffer
FOLLOW FOR UPDATES:
Instagram: @synergycast
HOW TO REACH MANMEET:
Instagram: @mr.manmeetsdhillon
RESOURCES:
Learn more about the five Love Languages here:
www.5lovelanguages.com/
Domestic Violence Hotline and Resources:
For anyone affected by abuse and needing support, please call the Domestic Violence Hotline number at: 1-800-799-7233
If you’re unable to speak over the phone, you can log onto thehotline.org or text LOVEIS to 22522.
Please visit this website to learn more and find resources: www.thehotline.org/

Aug 19, 202001:11:44

Legally Brown: Growing up South Asian with Aliya Manjee

Join my childhood friend, Aliya Manjee and I, in a conversation about her law career working in Washington D.C. on Capitol Hill, the challenges that come with growing up as a South Asian and first generation woman, mental health in our cultural community, and how we can start breaking down the stigma of talking about it!

LISTEN TO THE EPISODE HERE:

https://anchor.fm/sanya-jaffer

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Instagram: @synergycast

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Follow her on Instagram and Twitter: @aliya_manj

RESOURCES:

Silk + Sonder Journaling company: http://silksonder.refr.cc/aliyam

Learn more about the Ismaili community: https://the.ismaili/#:~:text=The%20Shia%20Ismaili%20Muslims%20are,leader)%2C%20and%20direct%20descendant%20of

Jul 14, 202001:23:23

Self-Care with Tierra Bracey

Join my good friend Tierra and I in a conversation centering around self-care. We discuss self-awareness, what self-care looks like, how it goes hand in hand with feminism and mental health, boundaries, the importance of doing nothing and being at peace with being alone, and so much more! Tierra also discusses her experiences and thoughts regarding mental health and self-care in the black community, and how her culture plays a role in her practice of self-care.

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Instagram: @synergycast

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Follow her on Instagram: @tierra_95

RESOURCES:
Learn more about Audre Lorde’s quote on self-care as a part of feminism and within the black community: www.bitchmedia.org/article/audre-lorde-thought-self-care-act-political-warfare

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Jul 03, 202001:10:09

White Privilege (Pt. 2)

WHITE PRIVILEGE AND WHAT THAT MEANS IN AMERICA TODAY, PART 2.

Join my peers and I in a conversation about what white privilege is and what that means in America today, from the perspectives of future art therapists and mental health professionals! We discuss what white privilege is, what emotions and thoughts come up with it, how to sit with the discomfort of these feelings, how it relates to the current political climate with the Black Lives Matter movement, and how it relates to the fields of mental health and Art Therapy.

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