Multispective

In this episode we speak with Rae Lee on what it means to be a transgender woman in the USA and Shanghai. She discusses grappling with gender dysphoria and how she came to accept and love herself. We talk about gender expression, finding community, coming out, the LGBT+ stigma, transitioning and integrating; finally, we unpack how we can shed heteronormative barriers and be more more inclusive in...

In today’s episode Clay Tumey recounts in detail the years he spent robbing banks. I dive deep to understand why and specifically how he did them, and what eventually drove him to turn his life around. We dig deep about life in prison and his journey of rehabilitation and building self-awareness. Clay describes some of the challenges he faced after prison with integrating back into society and som...

In today’s episode, Macy Yang shares with us her very own deeply personal experience with bipolar disorder and the various treatments she underwent, many of which were quite brutal. She recounts her time being institutionalised in Holland, and compares that with later experiences back home in Shanghai. Listen through to hear how she figured out her triggers and how she stays in control of her illn...

In today’s episode, Jody Smith discusses his experience with anxiety and epilepsy that eventually led to the surgical removal of part of the amygdala in his brain. He recounts his post-surgery recovery and the ensuing changes he noticed in his personality and behaviour with the absence of fear. Today, he advocates this surgery for individuals with any form of crippling anxiety. Send us Fan Mail Su...

In today's episode, we feature John Doe, a survivor of the  cult called Children of God, or now known as Family International. Coming in close contact with the founder, David Berg, his parents were drawn to the beliefs of the cult, and soon found themselves swept in deeply. John Doe chronicles his personal experiences within the cult and shares everything you need to know about life in the Co...

In today’s episode, we will be featuring a brave woman whose pain and suffering were the stepping stones to finding her freedom, Shamsa’s journey continues. Upon returning to Somalia as a young adult, the tribulations she faced there, and how it has shaped her life to becoming the woman she is today.  Follow Shamsa's Instagram @shamsaaraweelo Send us Fan Mail Support the show Additionally, yo...

In today’s episode, we will be featuring a brave woman whose pain and suffering were the stepping stones to finding her freedom.  Shamsa Araweelo suffered Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) at 6years old. Shamsa tells us about her memories of the procedure, the terrible after-effects of it and how she first found out she was different from other girls.  Follow Shamsa's Instagram @shamsaaraweelo...

In today’s episode we are featuring mental health advocate Lorraine who has been focused on bringing more awareness to Mental Health for the past 2 years in Shanghai. Inspired by her own turbulent experience of trauma and struggles with mental health , her ensuing battle with an eating disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder, her mission is now geared towards greater mental health  Her path to...

In today’s episode we will be featuring a phenomenal story about a man who faced death and survived, giving him a fresh perspective on life.  John C. was born with a heart condition, but didn’t know how vulnerable his life was until his near death experience after overworking himself physically and mentally. Once his heart stopped beating, John went through a spiritual awakening. He details his en...

In today’s episode we will be featuring a brave and talented man who is leaving his mark in the film industry.  After his life took a dark turn after struggling with a very rare form of cancer and the loss of his best friend, he has been rebuilding his life physically, mentally, and creatively. He is now a very talented director, writer, and editor and bases most of his work in Taiwan. His short f...

In today’s episode we are featuring a special guest who is passionate about his art of choice, photography. Being black and albino, Gavin faced the challenges of being different in America. He found his calling in the arts where he uses his energy and creativity to produce his stylistic photography and podcast.  This episode themes around albinism, artistry, entrepreneurship, and creating unique a...

In today’s episode we are featuring a story about a man who has gone through his trial by fire and has come out stronger and empowered. After overcoming his own addictions to marijuana and other drugs, his journey took him through many rough patches that challenged him physically and mentally.  This episode themes around his addiction, rehabilitation, his road to recovery, the importance of therap...

Shawnee Johnson is a social worker in the Adult Protective Services (APS) industry. She covers topics such as adult acute mental health, education in psychology and social work, the frustrations she experiences in her line of work and how she deals with work burnout.  Send us Fan Mail Support the show Additionally, you can now also watch the full video version of your favourite episode here on You...

Ila Welty was raised in a conservative patriarchal Islamic family, desperately finding a way to escape and be free. In this episode she shares her story of her planned escape from Azerbaijan to Russia to Hong Kong. Today she stands alongside fighting for other women that feel trapped within their own homes.  You can find Ila's work on the following platforms: Ila’s article: https://shewillsur...

This episode is a narrative on the life of Omar Ali. Omar discusses his childhood in Africa, his transformative years in America, and how the loss of a loved one affected his life drastically. Omar details the events that led to his rock bottom and how he ascended from it in the face of adversity. *Content warning: Please note that this episode contains explicit content that some people may find d...

This episode discusses the story of Karina Calver, a well-revered and empowered woman who faced a decade of trauma and abuse and came out the other side healed. She discusses her childhood, her road to recovery, the power of forgiveness and loving-kindness meditation.  You can find Karina's work on the following platforms:  Her memoir "A Girls Faith": https://www.amazon.com/Girls-Fa...

Mental health is now more talked about than ever. After the paralyzing event that quarantined us all, we had a small taste of what it means to be locked up. For some, it was a time to reconnect with themselves, but for others, it was a moment of isolated torture. We may have felt caged, but is that what it truly feels like to be a prisoner?  Today on the show, Dr Kajal Sakhrani discusses mental he...

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