Disclaimers Aside with Aissata Amadou

Ramadan Mubarak everyone! For the first day of Ramadan, I wanted to sit down and discuss what Ramadan is, why Muslims fast and some of the traditions behind it. I also answer your questions and share my unprofessional advice on how to balance Deen and Dunya during this holy month.  Muslim Content Creators: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustFatou https://www.youtube.com/c/SincerelyTahiry https://w...

Janan and I go way back. We first met in middle school and over the years have had mutual friends but didn't really get to know each other until we became college roommates at UCSC. In this week's episode, we dive into what it's like transitioning from online college during the pandemic to in-person classes. Janan is a second-year human biology major which can take its toll. She shares how she con...

Welcome back to another episode of Disclaimers Aside. Today I'm joined by Fatima Ba who earned her bachelor's degree in Political Science and master in Public Policy. Today she is on the show to talk about her journey in her education and career despite it not being the most linear traditional path. Links Mentioned: Fatima's IG: https://www.instagram.com/fatimaba___/ DA Podcast Instagram: https://...

In today's episode of Disclaimers Aside, I'm joined by 4th-year University of Chicago student Dinah Clottey who started her own crochet clothing boutique in the pandemic. We talk about the process of building a brand from the ground up, turning a hobby into a business, and drawing inspiration from black culture/ media.   Dinah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dinahmight3/  TKo...

March is the month of college decisions. It can be overwhelming to navigate acceptances, waitlists, and rejections. In this week's episode, we discuss comparison, the community college option, and determining the best fit school for you.  Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disclaimersaside/?utm_medium=copy_link Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aissata_amadou/?hl=en Yout...

This week on Disclaimers Aside, I am joined by longtime Sophia Parizadeh who is a proud Iranian, politics major at UCSC that is passionate about everything ranging from fashion to social justice. We dig through some high school memories and discuss what it's like moving to college during a pandemic. Sophia's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sph4ia/ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/...

In today's episode of Disclaimers Aside I am joined by Bintou Waiga, a former YouTuber who is studying to become a doctor. Bintou shares her story from her childhood in Mauritania to immigrating and adjusting to the United States. This episode serves as a look into the process of pursuing a career in the medical field as well as learning to let go of things when they don't serve you anymore. ...

Not everyone's path in life is conventional. In today's episode of Disclaimers Aside, I sit down with my cousin Abdoulaye to talk about the unconventional choices he made after high school and how an injury forced him to pivot his dreams. Make sure to continue to engage with the conversation on social media! Links Mentioned: Abdoulaye's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abdo.ba19/ Podcast Insta...

Welcome to another episode of Disclaimers Aside with Aissata Amadou! In today's episode, I am recapping my experience with COVID-19, my thoughts on euphoria, and react to your guy's wildly unpopular opinions.  Links Mentioned: Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disclaimersaside/?utm_medium=copy_link Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aissata_amadou/?hl=en Youtube Channel:...

In today's episode of Disclaimers Aside I am joined by the podcast host, Gouri Bellad from the podcast On the Go With Gouri. Gouri shares her insight on what it's like starting a podcast and everything you need to know to launch a successful show. From advice to equipment and software recommendations, this episode is packed with everything you need to make that first step. Gouri's Podcast: https:/...

In the third episode of DIsclaimers Aside I'm joined by a wonderful guest, Tahirah aka Sincerely Tahiry. We cover everything from modeling to growing as a sincere content creator, to uplifting the black Muslim community. My apologies for the audio quality on this episode. Unfortunately, my mic wasn't plugged in but I hope you guys are still able to enjoy and learn from the conversation. Make sure...

Welcome to the second episode of Disclaimers Aside with Aissata Amadou! In today's episode, I recap the amazing opportunity to fly to Washington DC and meet Michelle Obama. I am not joking. I truly learned a lot from traveling alone by myself for the first time to hearing the perspective of other students from colleges across America.    Links Mentioned:   DC Vlog: https:/...

Welcome to the first episode of Disclaimers Aside with Aissata Amadou! In today's episode, we go into my background from growing up in the suburbs of Chicago to living in southern California and attending college at UCSC. We also chat about starting a youtube channel and how important it is to seize the day.  Links Mentioned: Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disclaimersaside/?utm_...