Sonderverse

A conversation about Hmong identity, esports failure, anime, trauma, and rebuilding yourself through art and creative exploration. Welcome to Episode 5 of Season 2 of Sonderverse. In this episode, I sit down with Nyiaj Lor, also known as Nia Lor, a student at Bethany Lutheran College majoring in Animation and Graphic Design. This conversation is a deep exploration of identity, self discovery, fail...

In Episode 4 of Season 2 of Sonderverse, I’m joined by Tyler Edward — a Media Arts and Business student at Bethany Lutheran College in Mankato, Minnesota. Tyler is currently directing, editing, and producing a full feature-length horror sci-fi film as part of his college capstone project alongside fellow students. The film, titled Captive, is now approaching its final stages with hopes of releasin...

In Episode 3 of Season 2 of Sonderverse, I’m joined by Luke Haines — a Media Arts and Business student at Bethany Lutheran College in Mankato, Minnesota, and Senior Manager of Motion Graphics at Forward Minded Media. Alongside his college studies, Luke plays a key role in leading motion graphics and visual storytelling at Forward Minded Media. We talk about his journey into video editing and conte...

In Episode 2 of Season 2 of Sonderverse , I sit down with Jake Ward, founder of Forward Minded Media, a media and marketing company based in Minnesota. We talk about Jake’s early life and the formative experiences that shaped him into the leader he is today. As a teenager, Jake faced a defining moment when two police officers arrived at his bedroom door and took him to a youth detention centre in...

In Episode 1 of Sonderverse Season 2 I sit down with Julia Gowan, a 22-year-old student at the Minnesota State University, Mankato who brings a thoughtful and refreshing perspective into the conversation. We explore whether she feels excited or uncertain about the future as she approaches graduation in May 2026 — especially in a world where AI is rising, graduate jobs are shifting, and competition...

In Episode 4 of Sonderverse Season 1, I sit down with Harrison Cosstick — a Senior Streaming & Commercial Manager with experience at Island Records, 0207 Def Jam, and Atlantic Records. We unpack his journey from studying Economics to becoming a key player in the music industry, working with major labels and shaping how artists connect with the world. But beyond the charts and streaming numbers...

In Episode 3 of Sonder, I sit down with international DJ, creative, and intentional thinker — Quincy Thomas, also known as MASTAQUE.We trace his journey from spinning tracks with family in his early years to commanding dance floors across the globe. But beyond the music, Quincy opens up about the deeper forces that guide his life: faith, family, and living by design. Raised with strong roots in ch...

In Episode 2 of Sonderverse Season 1 , I’m joined by Thomas Morgan — a creative storyteller, photographer, and friend of Raith Clarke, who referred him onto the show. We explore Thomas’s journey from humble beginnings, building his photography portfolio from the ground up, to now capturing major TV events, arenas, and working with high-profile celebrities. But beyond the lens, Thomas opens up abou...

In this first episode of Sonder , I sit down with international model Raith Clarke. We talk about how we met, how a single connection led him into the world of modelling, and the people who shaped his journey. From mentors and mentees to self-growth and the future of creativity, we explore what it means to evolve — and to help others do the same. We also dig into the future: How will AI change mod...

In this introductory episode, I share the story behind this channel. Why I started it, what sonder means to me, and the deeper human connection I hope this space can create. This isn't just a Podcast. It's a ripple — one conversation leading to the next, one person at a time. Each guest is invited by the one before them, forming a chain of real relationships and unseen influence. If you’ve ever fe...