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April is Financial literacy Month and entrepreneurship as well as wealth building are two topics that are worth more than being buzz words on social media apps. So, Chid is joined by Serial Entrepreneur, Financial Strategist and Speaker, Dr. Nicole Garner Scott to discuss all things entrepreneurship and wealth building. Dr. Nicole shares her journey into the entrepreneurship, the importance of uti...

These days it seems that there is such heightened discussion surrounding the ways in which people define womanhood and what it means to be a woman. Things such as " Femininity", " Masculinity" , "Manosphere" etc keep making their way to our explorer pages and feeds. Wanting to dive further into this and given the fact that it is indeed still Woman's History Month, Chid invites Sociologist and Foun...

Personal development and mindset work has gradually become more and more mainstream but sometimes it feels like we don't really understand the power of tools such as manifestation, affirmations and journaling. So Chid invites Personal Development Expert and Founder of Please Notes Goods, Cheryl Sutherland to have a deeper dive into all this. Listen to hear what manifestation really is, how Cheryl...

Being financially literate has become very mainstream in recent years. This can be observed through the increase in accessibility to financial tools and apps and the introduction of currencies such as Crypto, NFTs and more. However, as advanced as the tools get, sometimes we often over look the important simple financial tips and strategies. So this episode is to help us get our mind and money rig...

Over the years, there has been an increase in social movements regarding race, sex, gender and our bodies (especially femme bodies) are no exception. So on this episode, Chid invites Plus Size Fashion Content Creator and Thought Leader, Estelle Ntusi to dissect and analyze the terms "body positivity" and "body neutrality" to better understand how this relates to the ways they view their bodies. Th...

Building a community around whether it is a business, brand or content requires a lot of humility, authenticity and a desire to have deeper dialogue. So on this episode, Chid invites Salomeh Ahmadi, a Professor, Writer and Community Builder to discuss what community is, the importance of community currently, tips for businesses and creators wanting to create a community around their brand and ways...

Lately, it seems like here has been a drastic increase in the voices speaking about and teaching individuals how to be "men" and how to perform their "masculinity". Observing the metaphorical masks that some of these "teachers" and "influencers" constantly have on, inspired Chid to have this discussion. So for this episode, Architect and Creative Entrepreneur, Ibou B. joins Chid in the studio to h...

Although being a Content Creator or Creative Entrepreneur is the most accessible it has ever been, it is no easy journey. It takes a lot learning, diversifying skills and collaborating and not just waiting to "go viral". This is why Chid has invited Dre O., Founder of the Talkative X Collective, Host of the Backyard Bants Podcast and all around Creative Entrepreneur to share his experiences so far...

Dating online was already becoming popular, especially amongst young Millennials and Gen-Zs and then came COVID-19 to further speed up this popularization AND make this process even more challenging. So, whether you decide to date "URL" or "IRL" during the pandemic, here are the rules.. or at least according to Chid and Sinmi. On this episode, Chid is joined in the studio by friend and creative di...

It's one thing to find the strength to walk away from a toxic environment or relationship, BUT its another to walk away AND pursue your healing. On this episode Chid invites Mindfulness and Meditation teacher as well founder of The LIV Collective, Khadija Nelson to share her personal story of trauma, an unhealthy relationship and her ongoing journey to healing that led to the creation of an organi...

These days, Self-Care hit Different! Collectively, we've all been through a lot over the past year and counting. It's important that we all take care of ourselves and our minds. So on this episode, Chid is joined by Jhanelle Peters, psychotherapist (qualifying) and supporting mental health practitioner for the Toronto Raptors to discuss, self-care as more than a buzzword, importance of therapy as...

If there is one thing we know, it is that life will take us all on twists and turns. This is why it's important to remember that our job titles are temporary or "rented", but our character is permanent and "owned". On this episode, Chid invites friend and colleague Trina Sillano to discuss how the pandemic has affected the loss of employment and Trina shares her personal story. The two also discus...

All creatives, creative "hustlers" and entrepreneurs have had that moment where they think to themselves " but what do I know about creativity and the creative business" or "damn, am I a creative for real?" After sharing her thoughts on the on-going Israel-Palestine crisis and the song of the week, Chid discusses the rise of content creation and specifically podcasting, the mindset to have when de...

It's important that each of us have someone to lean on that has been where we are trying to go. On this episode, Chid invites friend and phenomenal woman, Cristal Hines who is a community organizer, mentor and consultant to discuss the importance of mentorship, what to look for when looking for a mentor and the two also get into discussing "My Sister's Keepeer", a mentorship organization founded b...

Oh Yes, It's ladies night ! This is a special episode. It's a dope podcast host's birthday, so it's only right that we celebrate! On this episode, Klariza of "FitWithRiza" joins Chid to have a conversation on how they feel about getting older and working on their own timelines to meet certain goals. Finally, ladies night wouldn't be complete without a card game. So, the two play a card game, answe...

Let's end Women's History Month the right way. We couldn't let March end without a conversation solely focused on the personal and professional development of Black, Indigenous and Women of Colour. On this episode, Tasha Randle of Real Talk Tasha, a success and clarity coach joins Chid for a very dynamic conversation including everything from being our authentic selves at work to encouraging affir...

On this episode, Chid invites her close friend, Klariza of the FitWithRiza brand to discuss the transition and journey from Nigeria to Canada as an International Student. Klariza describes her journey and shares some tips for newly arrived International Students. The two also discuss their much anticipated trip to Bali ( once COVID is under control of-course). ________ Connect with Klariza: Insta:...

Biden has been projected to be the next President of the United States ( insert celebrations here). On this episode, Chid and several guest contributors share their thoughts on the US Election results, the impacts, what to expect under the Biden - Harris Administration. And finally, Chid discusses what Canadians can learn and take away from this cycle of US Elections. Connect with the But What Do...

Its November! (The year just keeps flying). On this episode, Chid gives her thoughts on the ongoing debate regarding university professors being able to use the "N" word for educational purposes at Canadian Universities, gives Wizkid his due praise for his latest album and discusses what social media or hashtag activism is, if it is effective and if we should be relying on celebrities and influenc...

Sis, You Good? On this episode, Chid checks in and chats about losing momentum and balance with regards to the various parts of her life and how the current climate hasn't helped either. The obvious external forces being a global pandemic and several movements/protests all across the globe. Chid shares some tips for creating and learning this balance in life as well as becoming more zen.  ________...

September is that month where we refocus our minds and it often invokes this "back to reality" sort of feeling. On this episode, Chid discusses some tips and strategies for those ( especially recent graduates of any post-secondary education) job searching during these unprecedented times. She also invites some fellow recent grads to share their views and perspectives as well.  Episode Resources: C...

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