La Verdad Duele Podcast: Recent Episodes
Tijani Musa, coach, mentor, adviser, blogger and podcaster
Tijani Musa from La Verdad Duele Podcast shares his truths on issues people care about from education, politics, relationships, mentorships, and other topics. Discover how the truth shall set you free. La Verdad Duele translates to The Truth Hurts. Although it hurts to hear the truth, the truth also heals the soul. The show idea started in 2018 with a 2020 launch. Enjoy the tips and tricks shared, and how you can contribute in making this podcast reachable to everyone. Hit that subscribe button and/or share with family and friends searching for something fun, and truthful. Telling the truth at all times is freeing for anyone.
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, I recorded an episode answering the frequently asked questions or concerns that people may have about the Moderna Vaccine. A great way to learn and understand the initial concerns that people may have and the answers to questions about the vaccine rooted from the clinical trials. This is a starting point, additional information is available on these links below:
FDA
https://www.fda.gov/emergency-preparedness-and-response/mcm-legal-regulatory-and-policy-framework/emergency-use-authorization
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
https://www.cvdvaccine.com/
CDC Factsheet about Vaccines
https://www.cvdvaccine-us.com/images/pdf/fact-sheet-for-recipients-and-caregivers.pdf
WHAT ARE THE INGREDIENTS IN THE MODERNA COVID-19 VACCINE?
The Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine contains the following ingredients: messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA), lipids (SM-102, polyethylene glycol [PEG] 2000 dimyristoyl glycerol [DMG], cholesterol, and 1,2-distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine [DSPC]), tromethamine, tromethamine hydrochloride, acetic acid, sodium acetate, and sucrose.
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The U.S Food And Drug Administration (FDA) clinical trial phases for New Drugs and Vaccines, as well as the Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for Pfizer-BioNTech and for Moderna vaccines are explained in this video. This is for educational purposes only.
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, our guest Dr. Stephen Graves discusses black history in America, what the African continent can do to help advance how America sees black people, his professorship, how he overcame personal obstacles of being homeless and in graduate school.
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, I talked about lessons that I've learned from my upbringing that my father taught me about forgiveness. I also shared a well known story in Islam about the man who killed 100 people, but died on his way to repenting to God. However, it was reported that the man will be forgiven in the day of judgement for his righteous intentions of wanting to repent to God for his actions. The takeaway from this episode is that if God can forgive us, who are we not to forgive each other!
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, I compiled letters that previous guests on the show wrote to their younger selves to provide a message of Hope that tomorrow will be a better Day.
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, Elliot is the founder of Spira, a company that creates replacements for animal and petroleum compounds in the supply chain using genetically engineered algae.
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, I invited the host of the podcast Real People Real Talk, Paul Calcote to talk with us about Self-care and Self Love.
Topics discussed
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dealing with negative individuals
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self-care means self love
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shared personal depression stories
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examples of self-care - mental health
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mental health stigma
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mental health in the black community
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covid-19 stresses
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what to do about self-care
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Host of Real People Real Talk Podcast
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, I recorded a brief explanation as to why I vote and the causes that I care about. The Right to Vote is bigger than me. Its about my community, the people I love, the causes I care about, and the ancestors who have sacrificed so much for me to be able to cast this vote. I do it for them.
In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, I brought back my wife to talk about our relationship and provide some tips to couple working to strengthen their love for each other. The episode is entertaining and full of wisdom for new couple and the old heads in the dating arena.
Discussed topics
- How we met
- Long distance relationship (LDR)
- Challenges
- Her milestones (half marathon/U.S citizenship)
- Strong sets of strategies to make the LDR work
- Words of wisdom on relationship goals
- Comparing your relationship is bad
Programs mentioned in the podcast
TFA: https://www.teachforamerica.org/
EIP: https://eip.gmu.edu/
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, Dr. Cudjoe’s background as a Ghanaian immigrant and her training as a nurse research scientist, have made her aware of the important links among psychosocial, cultural, and structural factors that influence health and inform health behaviors. She is experienced in using culturally relevant strategies to recruit African immigrants and African American women for community-based research studies. Her research interests include health disparities, health literacy and chronic disease prevention/management. Dr. Cudjoe discusses with us her research findings and passion.
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, we want thank you for listening, sharing, and commenting. We do what we do because of you. Happy 6 months of the La Verdad Duele Podcast. We look forward to the next six months.
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, I recorded a brief 5 keys to being insane during covid-19. Here are the keys.
- Limit the amount of information you consume: Cut out noise, your psyche needs a couple of hours to rest. No news past 8:00 PM or two hours before your bedtime.
- Routine – stick to a regular routine even at home: Its dangerous working at home because people tend to not schedule breaks. So do this, please schedule a break every 2 hours. ) at least 10 minutes away from your work:. Breaks make you be productive and efficient at work. Routine is part of self-care.
- Set goals for the day – written goals are better goals (eg. Goals for graduate school etc). Part of key 3 is being accountable for Serotonin, oxytocin, and dopamine. Serotonin is produced by exercise (your brain). Even 10 minutes makes a difference. Stretches, yoga, walks etc. Oxytocin is love drug. This is produced by being intimate with someone (eg. Hugging, kissing, squeezing, or being intimate). Dopamine is burst of euphoria by laughing and being grateful to people.
- Anxiety: people become stressed or anxiety is caused by what ifs, would have, could have, should have. This triggers the amygdala by sweating, and going into fight or flight mode with fear, worrying etc. How do you turn off the amygdala? By breathing exercises. Also listening to Bilateral Sound therapy.
- Making choices: Make choices today become a better person tomorrow.
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, my guest Allan Ambe discussed his journey from Cameroon to South Korea and living in South Korea as a Black African.
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Allan shared his first impression of South Korea
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The Korean cultural shock, learning the language, and getting use to eating Korean food
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His educational pursuits and post education plans
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Being a black Fashion Model in South Korea
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Experiences with racial issues in South Korea
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His first impression of visiting New York City for the first time
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Schools being diversely separated
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Words of wisdom on someone interested in studying in South Korea
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Being a festival DJ in South Korea
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Working as a Web Developer and plans for the future.
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, our guest Hunner Rezek discussed being a first time home buyer at age 22 and her passion as an Interior Designer. She also gave words of wisdom about life, tips and tricks on how to stay motivated about a project.
Resources discussed
Dave Ramsey: https://www.daveramsey.com/
USDA Loan: https://eligibility.sc.egov.usda.gov/eligibility/welcomeAction.do
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Hunner's business email: hunnersdesigns@gmail.com
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, I recorded a brief Bruh that makes no sense moment. A list of things that I have heard people say or do that makes no sense to me. Short, concise, and to the point. Enjoy!
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, I invited two of my mentees both students at the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) to talk to us about surviving college, the transition from home to on-campus life, seeking a mentor, and when to ask for help.
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Nafisa's IG: @mufasa1434
Tanya's IG: @tanya_njoroge
In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, my nephew Hakim Musa, a student at University of Delaware and young creative got personal in part 2 where we talked about family upbringing, personal growth and more.
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, my nephew Hakim Musa, a student at University of Delaware and young creative who visited the studio to discuss his goals and ambition. Very intriguing conversation with a young creative.
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, our guest Rachael Priore, a high school special education social studies teacher in Virginia and a lifestyle blogger for adults that focuses on teaching and learning, finance, and work-life balance discussed with the host about how the student loan forgiveness program works and provided words of wisdom for aspiring teachers.
The Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) is a federal program that is catered to Government organizations at any level (U.S. federal, state, local, or tribal) as well as Not-for-profit organizations that are tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and people who are Serving as a full-time AmeriCorps or Peace Corps volunteers.
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, our guest Carmen Mojica, a Certified Professional Midwife discussed with the host the conversations that should take place before one decides to become a parent such as establishing relationships with mental health professionals, financial stability, intentional research, building a support system, and the impact of inter-generational traumas within family structure. The conversation covers the differences between a gynecologist, ob-gyn, obstetricians, and midwifery. Ms. Mojica also talks about giving birth at a birth center, hospital, or at home which of these fits once respective scenarios. Take a listen and share.
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Guest Carmen Mojica's IG @ semidiosa.negra
Guest Carmen Mojica's website: https://www.thesewatersrundeep.com/
Book Resources:
"the complete book of pregnancy and childbirth" by Sheila Kitzinger
"Real Food for Pregnancy: The Science and Wisdom of Optimal Prenatal Nutrition" by Lily Nichols
In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, our guest Francis Aguisanda who graduated with his bachelor's degree from George Mason University and Master's degree in Stem Cell Biology from Stanford University opened up about mental health, and how he dedicates his free time as a crisis counselor with the National Suicide Prevention Hotline and Santa Clara County, CA Behavioral Health Services. Francis shared his personal experiences with mental health, the articles he has written about mental health in college campuses across the U.S and the necessary changes that must happen in these institutions. France has written articles about science, mental health, research, and many more. Francis' day job is at a Bay Area Biotech Company. A fascinating interview with a brilliant guest. Worth the listen!
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Resources: Francis website @ https://www.aguisanda.com/
publications/articles can be found on his website.
Francis IG & twitter: @ atpandme
In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, our guest Tanya Donangmaye, a current U.S Foreign Service Officer, a graduate of Columbia University (Master’s), George Mason University (Bachelor’s) and nova community college. Tanya is a Fulbright Grantee and Charles B Rangel Fellow. She shares with the fans her tips on success, building self-confidence, and overcoming challenges. She also shares her journey from Northern Virginia Community College to George Mason University and to obtaining her Master's degree from Columbia University. Listen as she discusses her journey from the Fulbright Program to being a Rangel Fellow.
Resources: @NVCC @GMU @Fulbright @Rangel
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, our guest Christian Zidouemba a student from George Washington University shares his passion about the continent of Africa and his vision for making Africa the next economic hub with the inclusion of women in leadership positions. Without women holding powerful offices, Christian argues Africa will not experience its fullest potential. Listen for tips on investing, resources, opportunities, advantages, and the potential for Africa to become a global power.
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, we invited Dennis Febo. Febo is Boricua, and a native of Brooklyn, NY. In 2011, he founded Guazabara Insights, LLC, a health and educational services provider. Febo assists the underserved portions of our community and he is in contract with the correctional system where he works with thousands of inmates and juvenile detainees to prepare them for the outside world, by teaching Cultural and Social Consciousness Education. Febo is a community activist, and is currently spearheading the Amend the 13th movement in NJ and across the US, to free our constitution from the language of Slavery and Involuntary servitude. This is a great episode about social consciousness education, culture, disparities, and economic development for under represented communities.
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Febo's company: Guazabara Insights, LLC
Resources
Netflix documentary: 13
Movie: Lincoln
TedTalk: The ism of Race
In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, we invited a young talented leader Christian Reid as he shares with us his takes on the current climate of race and tensions in the United States. This is a United States problem and it requires everyone to put an end to this senseless killing of black people. In the end, Chris shared resources and tips for ACTION!
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RESOURCES
* @blklivesmatter
- @colorofchange
- @naacp
- @showingupforracialjustice
- @civilrightsorg
- @reclaimtheblock
- @ethelsclub
- @unitedwedream
MOVIES
Just Mercy
The Hate U Give
If Beale Street Could Talk
When They See Us
Da 5 Bloods
Lincoln
SHOWS
13
Dear White People
PODCASTS
New York Times 1619
The Diversity Gap
NPR Code Switch
Tijani Musa from La Verdad Duele Podcast shares his truths on issues people care about from education, politics, relationships, leadership, professional, personal, mentorships, and other topics. Discover how the truth shall set you free.
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, I shared personal experiences as well as experiences of First Generation College students, who are by definition will be the first in their families to complete higher education in the U.S.
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, I invited my first guest who happens to be my lovely wife, Yazmin to discuss our debt free journey. We wanted to share our tips and tricks of how we were able to pay off nearly 35K in 8 months and became debt free. At the end of the Podcast, we also provided words of wisdom to individuals and couples. Getting out of debt is possible with an intentional plan.
Resources @FPU
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, I provided some advise to the future of the United States of America, the young people and how parents and mentors can help preserve our values. I was able to make the argument that being a president does not make someone a leader. I provided great examples on this episode of leadership. Please listen, share, and spread the word.
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, a middle school teacher and her former student are embarking on a journey to impact the communities in Africa through education. Listen as they talk about how they met in middle school, how they've kept in touch through out the years and now are back together to work on establishing a 501 (c3) non-profit organization called Aspire African Communities with the goal of building schools in eSwatini and Sierra Leone. Share your thoughts and comments on this episode.
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, I spoke to high school and college seniors. These folks have worked so hard and checked off all the boxes, but they are not able to celebrate with loved ones. This episode gives them hope, words of wisdom, tips, and things that they could be doing now to prepare for what comes next. Please take a listen, and leave your comment!
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, I spoke to high school and college seniors. These folks have worked so hard and checked off all the boxes, but they are not able to celebrate with loved ones. This episode gives them hope, words of wisdom, tips, and things that they could be doing now to prepare for what comes next. Please take a listen, and leave your comment!
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, I discussed Akon and the Lighting Africa Project. I also discussed our society and how we never talk about the good work that people like Akon are doing until they pass away. I expressed my views on this matter. Please take a listen and share your comments with us.
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Tijani Musa from La Verdad Duele Podcast shares his truths on issues people care about from education, politics, relationships, leadership, professional, personal, mentorships, and other topics. Discover how the truth shall set you free.
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In this episode of La Verdad Duele Podcast, I recorded a brief explanation of what is happening in Fairfax County as it relates to the Coronavirus. I also shared Countywide resources for the benefit of the community.
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