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The Power Of Community With Tumi
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In this episode, we sit down with Tumi, founder of Sounds Of The Diaspora, a global creative collective exploring identity, community, and healing through art, music, and storytelling.
Tumi is not only a cultural organizer and DJ but also a graduate of Oxford and Harvard, where they studied psychology, linguistics, and education. Their journey spans music, mental health advocacy, and reimagining education systems, all while empowering underrepresented voices across borders.
We dive into:
🎙 The origins of Sounds Of The Diaspora and building creative community
🌍 Navigating identity as part of the African diaspora
💡 Lessons on resilience, career redirection, and personal growth
🎶 The role of music and storytelling in shaping social change
Whether you’re a creative professional, educator, or simply someone on a journey of personal and career development, this conversation is packed with insights on embracing uncertainty, finding purpose, and building community
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Chapters
1. Introduction and Personal Reflections (00:00:00)
2. Welcome to Student Guide Season Eight (00:00:26)
3. Meet Our Guest: Tumi (00:00:50)
4. Tumi's Diverse Ventures and Passions (00:01:05)
5. The Impact of Thinking Black (00:01:29)
6. 44 Questions Segment (00:03:45)
7. Personal Discoveries and Reflections (00:04:20)
8. The Power of Books and Storytelling (00:17:57)
9. Navigating Education and Personal Growth (00:19:55)
10. Disney Plus Show Review (00:33:42)
11. Percy Jackson Casting and Rumors (00:33:56)
12. Rick Riordan's Other Works (00:34:18)
13. Apollo's Human Journey (00:34:39)
14. Stan Lee's Favorite Word (00:35:37)
15. The Power of Language and Social Media (00:38:10)
16. Exploring Grief and Death (00:39:54)
17. Sounds Of The Diaspora: Connecting Across Borders (00:43:35)
18. Treasure Talks: The Significance of a USB Stick (00:50:52)
19. The Importance of Representation in Education (00:54:06)
20. The Role of Empathy in Conversations (00:57:45)
21. Memorable Teachers and Lessons (01:00:32)
22. The Rush to the Stage (01:04:42)
23. Drama and Influential Teachers (01:05:19)
24. Navigating Career Choices (01:07:02)
25. The Importance of Authenticity (01:09:47)
26. Overcoming Criticism and Pursuing Passions (01:12:26)
27. The Power of Music and Final Thoughts (01:24:36)
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