Mila Fissaha

Firsties

Society EN ↓ 128 episodes

Step into the world of Firsties, where first-generation young adults take the stage and share their hilarious and heartwarming tales of navigating the unpredictable roller coaster of life! Join us as we delve into the relatable ups and downs of growing up with immigrant parents, sprinkled with laughter, cultural clashes, and unforgettable moments. It's time to celebrate the quirks, triumphs, and shared stories that make us all proud firsties! New episode every Thursday! Follow @firstiespod everywhere for short clips, bts, and extra content!

Author

Mila Fissaha

Episodes

EP 53: OFF THE DOME 29.08.2024 48:58

Mila and Mella sit down with the Off The Dome hosts, Bobby and Dagi to discuss their experience as first gens, content creators, and play a fun game of would you rather! Subscribe for more content! Want to connect or ask us a question? Submit to Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com CONNECT WITH US Firsties Instagram: https://bit.ly/3zNziW1 Mila's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3SdlyKA Hermella&#3...

EP 52: Colorism & Our Experiences 22.08.2024 50:37

Mila and Mella reflect on their experiences with colorism and navigating being others in a professional space. We hope this video allows room for understanding and dialogue. Submit to Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com CONNECT WITH US Firsties Instagram: https://bit.ly/3zNziW1 Mila's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3SdlyKA Hermella's Instagram: https://bit.ly/_hermella_ This video addresses...

EP 51: Lessons From Our Past Relationships 15.08.2024 1:00:49

Mila & Mella share the ups, downs, and more downs of their dating history. From situationships to dating, they cover it all! Submit to Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com CONNECT WITH US Firsties Instagram: https://bit.ly/3zNziW1 Mila's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3SdlyKA Hermella's Instagram: https://bit.ly/_hermella_

EP 50: Feeling Behind in Your 20s 08.08.2024 46:21

Mila & Mella recap their week, dive into viral Netflix docs, and discuss the ups and downs of their 20 somethings! Follow for more! Submit to Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com CONNECT WITH US Firsties Instagram: https://bit.ly/3zNziW1 Mila's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3SdlyKA Hermella's Instagram: https://bit.ly/_hermella_

EP 49: Diaspora Comedy Takeover 01.08.2024 47:29

It's a Diaspora Comedy Takeover! Mila and Mella hang out with comedians Filmon “Gergish” Yohannes and Thomas Endashaw to discuss the 2024 Eritrean Festival, their Diaspora Comedy show, and dating deal breakers! Submit to Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com CONNECT WITH US Firsties Instagram: https://bit.ly/3zNziW1 Mila's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3SdlyKA Hermella's Instagram: https:...

EP 48: The Struggles of Habesha Diaspora 25.07.2024 48:36

Mila & Mella sit down with Comedian Sammy Montana to discuss worst first dates, light privilege, his dislike for J. Cole, and his comedy career! You don't want to miss this one! GET TICKETS TO DIASPORA COMEDY SHOW: https://www.instagram.com/diasporacomedy_ Submit to Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha Hermella's Ins...

EP 47: Do's & Dont's of Girl Trips 18.07.2024 36:19

Mila and Mella dive into the do's and dont's of girls trips! Follow for more! Submit to Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha Hermella's Instagram: @_ hermella_

EP 46: Our Childhood Shows, Movies, & Music 11.07.2024 24:35

Mila recaps her C-Breezy weekend and goes down memory lane to discuss the movies, music, and shows of her childhood. Follow for more! Submit to Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha

EP 45: Life As An Unpaid Content Creator 04.07.2024 49:53

Mila and Mela dive into the pros and cons of being an unpaid content creator! Follow for more! Submit to Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha Hermella's Instagram: _hermella_

EP 44: Telling The Truth 27.06.2024 23:11

Mila shares her journey of being vulnerable and revealing what is true on this week's episode of Firsties! Follow for more! Submit to Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha

EP 43: How to Lose a Girl in 10 Days 21.06.2024 43:44

Mila and Hermella dive deep into the do's and don'ts of dating and relationships! Follow for more! Submit to Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha Hermella's Instagram: _hermella_

EP 42: Connecting The Dots 13.06.2024 29:45

Mila shares her firsties journey as a college grad, working adult, and a young woman trying to figure it out! Submit to Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha

EP 41: Comedian Eshetu/Donkey Tube in DC 06.06.2024 28:49

Mila recaps her eventful weekend that is full of surprises and fun! Be sure to follow for more! Submit To Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha

EP 40: For The Girls 30.05.2024 39:32

Mila and Ruth play a fun game of Would You Rather and discuss things that are strictly for the girls! *FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY* Submit To Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha Ruth's Instagram: @ruth.haileselassie

EP 39: Biniam Bizuneh on NBA Contract Marriages, Dating, & Habesha Girls 23.05.2024 1:03:08

Mila sits down with Writer/Comedian Biniam (@biniambiz) to discuss his journey as a creative, dating, and his upcoming shows at the DC Comedy Loft! GET TICKETS TO BINIAM'S SHOW HERE: ⁠https://www.dccomedyloft.com/events/89883⁠ Submit To Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha Biniam's Instagram: @biniambiz GET TICKETS HERE:...

EP 38: Why Not Me 13.05.2024 26:06

Mila sits down with owner and creator, Evodie Mukandila to discuss her journey as a first gen, business, and the meaning of keeping yourself in the race! Submit to Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha Chirte Instagram: @chirteofficial Chirte Website: www.chirte.com

EP 37: Mental Health & Self Love Journey 06.05.2024 49:11

Mila sits down with her day 1 homie, Lina to discuss their 14 year friendship, mental health, and the self love journey! Submit to Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha Lina's Instagram: @lina_kayy Open Heart Collective: @open.heart.collective

EP 36: Would You Date A Viewer?! 29.04.2024 27:59

A Firsties Q&A?! You guys came through with your questions! We discuss all things Firsties, starting a podcast, and a fun round of Would You Rather! Submit to Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @ milafissaha

EP 35: Be YOU, Do YOU, & Come Healed 22.04.2024 35:08

Hermella is back! We are talking all things content creation, negative comments, and becoming your true self! Submit to Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha Hermella's Instagram: _hermella_ Hermella's VLOG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FD981cBxG1A&t=13s Ruth's TikTok: @ruthtooturnt

EP 34: Pastor Ebenezer Endiryas on Shaping The Culture & Finding Purpose 15.04.2024 50:48

Mila sits down with Pastor/Podcast Host Ebenezer Endiryas to discuss his faith journey, growing up in America as an Ethiopian, and his podcast, Shaping The Culture! Submit for Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha Ebenezer's Instagram: @ebenezerendiryas Shaping The Culture Instagram: @shapingtheculturepodcast

EP 33: David "Zunnni" Balagizi on Strict Immigrant Parents, Comedy, & The Viral Finisher 08.04.2024 59:49

Mila sits down with Comedian David "Zunnni" Balagizi to discuss the strict discipline of immigrant parents, his comedy journey, and more! Submit for Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha David's Instagram: @_zunnni_

EP 32: What is Your First Gen Experience? I'm 6'4. 01.04.2024 1:04:21

Comedian Benny (@realbennyy) is back! Mila sits down with him to discuss dating, comedy, and icks from the male perspective! Submit for Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha Benny's Instagram: @realbennyy

EP 31: Birthdays & Building My Dream Man 25.03.2024 32:32

Mila hangs out with her Mom to celebrate her 28th birthday, share what she learned this year, and her mom shares the qualities of her dream man! Submit for Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha

EP 30: The First Gen Struggle is REAL 18.03.2024 34:34

It's a Mila only pod! Today, we discuss the struggle of being a first gen. From the guilt of moving out to the pressure of being successful, we cover it all! Submit for Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha

EP 29: Habesha Foreheads, Am I Right? With Mr. Goopie 11.03.2024 56:41

Mila sits down with social media star and comedian, Michael Kebede, also known as @mrgoopie to discuss his relatable content, growing up in the African culture, and how he keeps a positive mindset. Submit to Firsties Corner: firstiespod@gmail.com Firsties's Instagram: @firstiespod Mila's Instagram: @milafissaha Michael's Instagram: @mrgoopie