Finding Home Podcast

The Muslim internet doesn't exist yet. Ali Ozyon is building it. Ali is the founder of Wahda - a social platform for Muslims globally. But this conversation is about something bigger than one app. It's about what real entrepreneurship means, why the Muslim world is sleeping on its own economic power, and what it's going to take to build something that actually serves the Ummah. We talk...

We live in a world of constant noise. Endless scrolling, information overload, comparison. And most of us don't realise how much it's affecting us until we're already overwhelmed. Shehla Moin is an emotional clarity coach who has studied Islamic psychology. In this conversation we explore what it actually means to protect your mind and your peace - from recognising the early signs of o...

She lost her eye to cancer at nine months old. Grew up Black American Muslim: African and American at once, never fully either. And she turned every single part of that into a brand. Zaakirah Muhammad is a TEDx speaker, brand strategist and world traveler who has visited over fifteen countries. In this conversation we go deep on identity, the African diaspora, finding your purpose and how to build...

Growing up Muslim and athletic in America isn't as straightforward as it sounds. Saliha - known online as Hoopjabi - spent years asking herself the same questions. Was she American enough? Muslim enough? Could she be both a devout Muslim and a serious athlete? In this conversation, we go deep on the identity crisis of being a Muslim woman in sport, the challenge of balancing modesty with perfo...

After a year in Korea, it's time to talk. This is the intermission episode. The Seoul chapter is closed. The London chapter is beginning. No guest. Just me giving you the most honest update I can. What Korea was really like, how it feels being back in London, what I'm building next, and why I started Finding Home in the first place. This podcast exists to give underrepresented voices a pla...

She came to Korea for university and never left. Over a decade later Prisca is completing her PhD at Ewha - Korea's most prestigious women's university - while building a global platform with millions of views as one of Korea's most recognised African influencers. In this conversation we go deep on what it actually means to build a life in Korea as a Nigerian woman. The culture shock, the academic...

She left London for Korea with two goals - teach English and dance. The teaching worked. The dancing didn't. Visa rules meant every opportunity to perform had to be turned down, one by one. Samira is a Somalian Muslim woman from London who built a life in Korea and found herself navigating faith, identity and the gap between the dream and the reality - all at the same time. In this episode we...

She arrived in Korea from Morocco with a dream and almost lost everything. Her first manager scammed her - took her music, her money, her momentum. She spent two weeks homeless in Seoul with nothing but the decision to keep going. Today Yuri is a working artist collaborating with K-Pop idols and rappers in both Korea and Morocco. In this conversation we go deep on her journey — the survival jobs,...

In this episode of Finding Home , we sit down with La , a brave woman sharing her experiences living and working in Korea as a solo female expat . From teaching English to navigating cultural barriers, La gives honest insights into the challenges and opportunities for women moving abroad. Whether you’re considering teaching in Korea , moving for work, or exploring life as an expat woman , this epi...

In this episode of Finding Home , we sit down with Luno Kim , a South Korean krump dancer , model, and corporate worker in the world of eSports . Luno shares his incredible journey of performing with Kanye West in Seoul and navigating life between two cultures. Growing up in Thailand , returning to Korea later in life, and finding himself in a society that was both familiar and alien, Luno’s story...

What is it really like to be a Korean man in a society that demands so much? In this episode, we sit down with an ' ordinary Korean guy' to discuss his personal experiences with the cultural expectations of men, the intense challenges of military service , and the pressures of corporate life in Korea . We also dive into the cultural barriers of dating a foreigner in Korea and how he naviga...

Mohammad’s story isn’t just about rap - it’s about identity, belonging, and resilience. Originally from Iran, Mohammad moved to Korea at just 7 years old. Growing up different, he faced bullying, isolation, and the feeling of never truly fitting in. But everything changed at university, where he found his people, discovered his voice, and unlocked a passion for freestyle rap that transformed his l...

BRIDGING CONTINENTS THROUGH KNOWLEDGE: A conversation with Mouhammed Nega , a Mauritanian Muslim and student of knowledge living in Seoul, South Korea . We explore Islam in Mauritania, being African and Muslim in Korea, and what it means to seek sacred knowledge across cultures. In this episode, Mouhammed shares his journey from growing up in Mauritania - a country known for its deep Islamic schol...

FINDING HOME IN ISLAM: In this episode, we sit down with Istiraha, a Korean revert , to explore his deeply personal journey to Islam and what it truly means to find faith, belonging, and home. Istiraha shares his story with honesty and reflection — from his life before Islam to the moments, questions, and experiences that led him toward faith. He opens up about navigating Islam as a Korean man, th...

FROM NIGERIA TO KOREA: In this episode, we sit down with Jerry, better known as Kexplorer , one of Korea’s biggest international content creators, to talk about his journey from Nigeria to building a global audience in South Korea. Jerry gives a raw, honest look at what it really takes to succeed as a foreign creator in Korea — from navigating cultural differences and language barriers to staying...

RUNWAY REALITY: Riana, a leading Black female model in Korea, shares her incredible journey navigating one of the most demanding fashion markets in the world. She gives us a candid, powerful look behind the scenes , detailing what it truly takes to succeed in Seoul’s fast-paced modeling industry as a foreigner.​ This is a must-listen for anyone interested in the Korean fashion world, the realities...

ACTING & ADVENTURE IN KOREA: Voice actor and performer Lew shares his incredible journey—from his Working Holiday Visa days doing every job imaginable (kids cafés, farming, acting!) to building a successful career in Seoul. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in Expat Life in Korea , navigating the Working Holiday Visa experience, or pursuing a creative career abroad. Lew gives a candi...

STARTUP IN KOREA: Entrepreneur & Creator Niru shares his journey moving from LA to Seoul, and the raw reality of launching a global business in Korea! This is a must-listen for anyone interested in South Korea's business culture , expat life, and global entrepreneurship . Niru, an entrepreneur who relocated from LA and Houston, gives an unfiltered account of the highs and lows of the Korea...

Welcome to the launch of the Finding Home podcast! This short introductory episode sets the stage for a new kind of creative platform dedicated to exploring the the real human experience of culture, belonging, and building a life outside of our hometown. In Episode 0, hear the mission behind the show, my personal journey, and why the "Purpose of Life" is the driving force behind the work...