The Fitting Room with Samson Sembeba

In this episode, Samson sits down with Sarvesh, a student from the University of Tulsa. Sarvesh shares his journey to entrepreneurship. He shares how his love for people and curiosity led him to the friendships and relationships he needed to venture out into becoming a force in the medical tech space. Sarvesh's journey has taken him to places he hasn't even dreamed of. From connecting with researc...

This episode of The Fitting Room opens our 2026 summer season! In this episode, Samson talks about how listening is a tool for emotional regulation. Simply asking the question, "How did you get here?" gives the person being listened to the feeling of being cared for and a safe space to process new information. Oftentimes, people get caught up in where people are, but it's not just about where a pe...

What do you do when the degree you chose doesn't feel like "you" anymore? In this episode of The Fitting Room, Samson Sembeba sits down with Emma, a TU student and former TCC transfer who is navigating the beautiful uncertainty of college life. Emma arrived at TU as a Psychology major, but as she leaned into the experience, she realized her heart might be pulling her in a different direction, with...

What happens when you mix a Mediterranean upbringing, a passport full of stamps, and a relentless "can-do" attitude? You get Chrys, the newly elected Student Government President at Tulsa Community College. In this episode of The Fitting Room, Samson Sembeba sits down with Chrys to track his journey from the ancient streets of Greece to the heart of Tulsa. Chrys opens up about his entrepreneurial...

Zach might be studying Petroleum Engineering at TU, but his real expertise lies in resilience. This week, Samson welcomes Zach to The Fitting Room for a high-energy conversation about living with ADHD and OCD.Zach proves that having a "busy" brain doesn't have to stop you from chasing a difficult degree—it just means you need the right tools and the right people in your corner. Tune in for the Ohi...

In this episode of The Fitting Room, Samson Sembeba sits down with Abby, a student at TU, to discuss the often-invisible transition from middle school to high school. Abby opens up about the moment her world shifted: sitting in a psychology class and realizing the symptoms she was learning about were the ones she was living. Abby shares the raw reality of navigating depression within a family dyna...

In this episode of The Fitting Room, we listen to Hannah's to her story. Join us as we learn how hannah first ran across politics as a method to help others. She shares her journey through college taking business classes and how even though she hates those courses she shares how she believes it will still benefit her. Hannah believes in doing all you can to help others and make a positive impact i...

In this episode of the fitting room Devin shares her story, from Tennessee to Tulsa, and how she has carried many lessons with her to guide her life. She has been influenced by family, coaches, and more. No longer does she want to embrace a poverty mindset but she wants to go for the highest level she can reach. Tune in for another episode of the Fitting Room as we embrace our spring season 2026.

In this episode we sit down with Emma Harris, a student at Tulsa University. Emma shares her journey from her younger years to college. She shares the challenges she faced along the way, and the importance of getting out of your comfort zone. Emma lives her life with no regrets and in this episode she lays it all out! Join us for another episode of the Fitting Room.

In this episode of The Fitting Room, we dive into Keith's Story. He shares with us the challenges he faced coming to America from the Philippians, alongside of one of his biggest challenges, isolation. But Keith's story doesn't end there, pushing through the chaos he shares how his college experience has helped him to find clarity in life and what he wants to do. His story is one of resilience, pa...

In this episode of The Fitting Room Samson opens up the 2026 Spring season by sharing the importance of not underestimating your story. Your story shows you who you are and inspires others to live out who they are. Be inspired to begin valuing your story and the story of others. And remember listening is loving.

Haylea, a nursing major at TU, shares her journey of faith, surrender, and resilience. From giving her life to God and deepening her spiritual walk, to navigating the loss of her grandmother and the challenges of college life, Haylea opens up about the struggles and lessons that shaped her. She discusses letting go of unhealthy relationships, reconnecting with herself, and pursuing her faith in Go...

Derek, a student at TCC studying Rehabilitation and Medical Imaging, is the first in his generation to attend college. After taking a gap year and feeling a little lost, he returned with fire and focus, determined not just to attend school, but to do it with purpose and excellence. In this episode, Derek shares his journey of self-discovery during his gap year and encourages students to embrace th...

Meet Claudia, a DSL student at ORU with a passion for pursuing excellence in everything she does. At just 20 years old, she’s on her way to becoming a doctor, all while embracing life’s adventures and traveling the world. Claudia shares how her parents have been pivotal in her growth, functioning as both coaches and cheerleaders, and how their support has fueled her confidence and opportunities. I...

Braden, a psychology major at TCC, shares his journey of navigating a call to ministry while exploring his passion for helping others. Whether it’s counseling through psychology or guiding through ministry, Braden emphasizes the importance of following your passion and discovering where you’re meant to make an impact. In this episode, he shares honest reflections on pursuing purpose, figuring out...

Meet Mariyah, the youngest guest we’ve had on The Fitting Room. At just 16, she graduated high school early, navigated online learning, and carved her path in the social media space. In this episode, she shares her journey to becoming an influencer, the support she’s received from her parents, how she handles both haters and supporters, and the importance of staying true to yourself while growing...

Maggie, a freshman at TU, shares a powerful testimony of how God transformed her life. From experiences with abuse and trauma to the wake-up call that led her to Jesus, Maggie’s story is raw, honest, and inspiring. She talks about the moment she surrendered through the song Come to the Altar, how she found freedom, and her mission to help others experience the same life-changing grace. This episod...

In this episode, I introduce the Fall ’25 season of The Fitting Room and dive into our unique approach to listening. Using the Fitting Room framework, I explain how listening to someone else is like stepping into a fitting room: you set aside your assumptions, hang up your biases, and try on their perspective. It’s about creating space to really hear and understand others’ stories. Whether you’re...

Instagram: @thefittingroom918Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/thefittingroom918?In this episode of The Fitting Room, Emily shares her journey of transitioning from a small school with a class of 9 students to starting her freshman year at TCC — a school with over 20,000 students! She opens up about the nerves and excitement that come with making new friends in such a big environment and how it’s okay...

Instagram: @thefittingroom918Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/thefittingroom918?In this episode of The Fitting Room, we sit down with Matthew, a student with a passion for film, video editing, and streaming. Matthew shares how he’s learned to embrace his unique self by stepping away from the noise of what everyone else is doing and discovering his own path. Matthew talks about the power of self-discov...

Instagram: @thefittingroom918Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/thefittingroom918?In this episode of The Fitting Room, we sit down with Madison, a student at TCC, who shares her journey of learning to appreciate where she is — even when it’s not where she thought she’d be. Madison opens up about her passion for communication and graphic design, and how she hopes to use a funky approach to advertising th...

Instagram: @thefittingroom918Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/thefittingroom918?In this episode of The Fitting Room, we sit down with Joei, a student at TCC who’s walking through what it means to find your own way — and show up for yourself. Joei opens up about being the child of immigrant parents, the weight of wanting to make them proud, and what it felt like to feel completely alone when she first...

Instagram: @thefittingroom918Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/thefittingroom918?In this episode of The Fitting Room, we sit down with Sean, a student at TCC with a heart for storytelling and a willingness to talk about the real stuff — including his ongoing battle with depression. Sean opens up about learning to live inside a story that’s still being written, embracing growth, and encouraging others t...

Instagram: @thefittingroom918Text me: (918) 303-7827Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/thefittingroom918?In this episode of The Fitting Room, we sit down with Austin, a student at TCC studying digital media and broadcast production. Austin shares how his family went on a journey of finding faith — and how he had to discover his own. After finding faith in Tennessee, a season of spiritual drought followe...

Instagram: @thefittingroom918Text me: (918) 303-7827Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/thefittingroom918?Link to be on the podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1xsOjcz3sqOZfxBDrNV0LGAWg-2GW_ghPQN1zk73U5Kc/editIn this powerful episode of The Fitting Room, we sit down with Emily, an education major at TCC, who opens up about her journey of navigating dyslexia, ADHD, and the challenges of learning diff...