The With Abang! Podcast: Recent Episodes
Elsie Abang
Welcome to the With Abang! Podcast, where you can come by and spend a couple of minutes with me, Elsie Abang! Join me as I embark on a journey of embracing who I am and becoming who God called me to be. Let's learn, love and grow together!
Hey guys!!!
We made it to the 20th episode woohoo!!! Thanks so much for sticking around through it all. Today I have a very special episode prepared for you guys... it's my first time having a guest on the pod that isn't a friend of mine.
A while ago I read the book Tandem Leadership by Gina Catalano and it absolutely blew me away! I learnt so much about teamwork and leadership, and honestly... I can say I experienced a mindset shift. As an experienced fractional COO, Gina has a wealth of knowledge and graciously agreed to come on the podcast and share some of her wisdom and experience. Enjoy!
Buy the Book:Chapters Indigo: https://bit.ly/3yu9Gcm
Amazon.ca: https://amzn.to/3RmhmGl
Connect with Gina:
Instagram: @ginamcatalano
LinkedIn: Gina Catalano
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginamcatalano
Website: https://venturesolutionsus.com/
Connect with me:
Instagram: @elsieabang and @with.abang
Happy Monday!
In today's episode I sat down with my friend and local Toronto artist Basi Azul! We talk about his story, his sound, Toronto's music industry and what it was like balancing life as a student and artist. There a lot of laughs but also a lot of gems in this episode. Hope you guys enjoy it! :)
p.s. Just a reminder that you can sign up to my mailing list on Substack to receive a writeup every week. Click Here
Connect with Basi
Instagram: @basiazul
Spotify: Basi Azul
YouTube: Basi Azul
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Instagram: @elsieabang
YouTube: Elsie Abang
Substack: With Abang!
Hey guys! Happy Monday!
This week I was reminded of just how lonely many of us have been feeling since the pandemic came about. In today's episode I wanted to discuss my personal experience with unrequited love and loneliness, as well as share some lessons that have changed my perspective and brought me some much needed joy, peace and encouragement. Battling the longing for love is still difficult, but I hope this episode leaves you feeling a little hopeful and encouraged :)
p.s. Just a reminder that you can sign up to my mailing list on Substack to receive a writeup every week based on the podcast episode that will be coming out. Here's the link to this week's writeup on Unrequited Love. Click Here
Whom Have I by Darla Baltazar (song)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQVlL3WiJ-k&ab_channel=DarlaBaltazar
Connect with me!
Instagram: @elsieabang
YouTube: Elsie Abang
Substack: With Abang!
Happy New Year guys!
This is the first episode of the new year and I'm so excited! In this episode I discuss my struggles with new year's resolutions, and the theme that God gave me for 2022; which I hope will help me meet the goals I've been wanting to achieve for the past 5 years.
New Announcement!!!
Ya girl started a blog on Substack! I'll be posting written content about a lot of the stuff covered in the podcast, so if you prefer reading and podcasts aren't really your thing then head over there! Click here
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Instagram: @elsieabang
YouTube: Elsie Abang
Substack: With Abang!
Let's talk books! This year one of my goals is to fall in love with reading again. In this episode I take a look at the book The Four Loves by C.S. Lewis which discusses Affection, Friendship, Eros and Charity. I've only read the section on frienship so far, and I've learned so so much! So listen as I take you through my thoughts and favourite quotes from the book...
This book is simple yet profound, and I definitely recommend it :)
Connect with me
Instagram: @elsieabang
YouTube: Elsie Abang
Hey guys!
As promised, in today’s episode I decided to share a little poem I wrote back in high school entitled “My Father”. I also reflect on the story behind this poem, and how as I’ve grown older, I’m starting to take more time to reflect on emotions I’ve left buried for a long time. It’s not easy, but your girl is on a journey to wholeness and balance. Hope you’ll stick around for the ride! :)
Connect with me:
Instagram: @elsieabang
Good morning guys!
Today I’m trying something a little different, I’m recording at work! This is attempt number 5436 at being consistent and we’re gonna keep trying. This episode is a challenge to myself to declare some things in Crazy Faith! And a call to action for you to do the same! Love y’all so much! Enjoy the episode :)
p.s. Don't forget to check out my Instagram stories today! And vote for the segment title should call these episodes shot at work “Welcome to the WAP” or “At the Desk” ? (if you use Spotify you can vote directly on the app!)
Connect with me:
YouTube: Elsie Abang
Instagram: @elsieabang
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Happy November people! As promised here is a crazy storytime about a barbershop experience I had not too long ago. Let's just say I was in for a big surprise and a rollercoaster of emotions. Make sure you listen to the entire episode because I also make a huge announcement at the end!!!!
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Connect with me!
YouTube: Elsie Abang
Instagram: @elsieabang
Hey guys!
Who's ready for round 2? In today's episode I share how not long after sharing my apartment testimony with y'all, I'm back in a similar situation...again. Things are both easier and harder this time, but as always we're having faith and finding strength in the Lord. He has done it before and will do it again!
Here's a link to Mike Todds' Crazyer Faith series, it's helped me so much and I hope it helps you too!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDU9242aMU8&t=4968s
Connect with me:
Instagram: @elsieabang
YouTube: Elsie Abang
Happy October!!!
So this month I'm sharing an episode I recorded all the way back in July with my dear friend Rachel. Honestly guys, we touched on a lot of topics and it was a real, unstructured conversation, but if you're down for lots of laughs and some hard hitting questions then this is an episode that will definitely interest you. Thanks so much Rach for hopping on this with me, it's always so fun when we sit down for these together!
Connect with Rachel!
Instagram: @raek47_
Connect with me!
Instagram: @elsieabang
YouTube: Elsie Abang
Hey guys!
Happy Monday! In this episode I finally talk about something that I've been trying to share for months but never got around to recording: the start of my journey into modelling! I talk about certain parts of my childhood, my history with the performance arts, some struggles with rejection, and how I eventually got signed to my agency. This episode features my wonderful mother who gives us some of her perspective on things and helped me remember a lot of details. If you're reading this, "thanks mom!!!" This is quite a story, but God got us through and I hope it can encourage anyone who's facing rejection or unsure of their path to keep going and trust that God will work it all out. If something is meant for you, you wont miss out on it!
p.s. I don't have time to drop the YouTube video, but that's coming latest by tomorrow! xo
Connect with me!
Instagram: @elsieabang
YouTube: Elsie Abang
Hey guys! It's September!
Happy Academic New Year to all the students out there! It's been a while, but I hope you've been doing well :)
In this episode I talk about 2 books that have literally changed my life in the past month, and how I feel as though my life has been forced to slow down (in a good way). I hope that this episode can encourage someone to allow themselves to rest sometimes, and take time to reflect on what's taking place internally instead of being distracted by external noise. If you guys would prefer to watch this episode it's also available on my YouTube channel.
I have to give Josiah Hyacinth a huge huge shoutout. He's the reason I read the books and he inspired me to go back to recording again. If you haven't already make sure to listen to his podcast 5 More Mins w/ Josiah Hyacinth and subscribe to his mailing list. It literally changed my life for the better and I hope it does the same for you. Love you guys and see you next week!
Connect with Josiah!
Instagram: @mr200m_
YouTube: Mr200m
Connect with me!
Instagram: @elsieabang
YouTube: Elsie Abang
Hey guys!
As promised, today's episode is a continuation of the last podcast episode. I will be telling you guys exactly how God came through for me in the last hour and blessed me with an apartment after months of waiting! It's honestly a crazy story that still baffles me to this day, but know that if He did it for me He can do it for you too :) That said, this episode is an excerpt from a full Youtube Video I dropped on my channel so if you're interested in the full details with some video clips from the journey then definitely check that out.
p.s. If you listen to the end there's a little bonus surprise clip for my podcast fam <3
Love y'all and see ya next time!
Connect with me!
Instagram: @elsieabang
Youtube: Elsie Abang
Happy new month everyone! I know its been a while since the last episode but this one is very special to me. I recorded it back in April in the middle of one of the biggest tests of my faith that I think I have ever experienced. I was facing possible homelessness and time was ticking by, and at the time of this recording I had 10 days to find a new home. Life is not always unicorns and rainbows and it's hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel sometimes, but I hope this episode cann serve as encouragement for anyone who is struggling with patiently waiting on God to come through for them. Trust me, I know the feeling. I know about the tears, the confusion, the lonely nights and the frustration. You are not alone. And remember, if God could make the whole world then granting your request is nothing to Him. Everything He does is for your good and He loves you so much. He just wants you to trust Him and give Him your heart :)
Next week I'll be sharing the testimony of just how God did come through for me just when it seemed like all hope was lost. Make sure you tune in!
Connect with me! Instagram: @elsieabang Youtube: Elsie Abang
Songs that helped me: They That Wait by Fred Hammond ft John P Kee Praise Him in Advance by Marvin Sapp Yet Will I Trust In Him by Men of Standard Increase My Faith by Brian Courtney Wilson Draw Me Close/Thy Will Be Done by Marvin Winans (I found this song after but its so good)
On today's episode I am joined by plus size model and influencer, Kaity aka @kmw_plus on Instagram!
I recently had the opportunity of meeting her at Reitman's campaign and was captivated by her vibrant energy on set. I knew immediately that I needed to hear her story. Kaity takes us through how she started her journey, came into her own, and overcame many obstacles along the way, the biggest of all being her height. Despite being 5'3" Kaity has booked campaigns, walked runways, and is living proof that you can achieve anything if you just keep working hard and believing.
Connect with Kaity!
Instagram and Tiktok: @kmw_plus
Connect with me!
Instagram: @elsieabang
Youtube: Elsie Abang
On today's episode I'm joined by my friend and fellow model Dammy, who discusses coming to Canada and chasing his dream of becoming a model. From battling homeless to facing countless rejections Dammy never gave up, and continues to pursue his goals. His story is so inspiring and I hope that this episode can help inform and encourage any aspiring models out there. Enjoy! :)
Connect with Dammy!
Instagram and Tiktok: @dmkzy
Connect with me!
Instagram: @elsieabang
Youtube: Elsie Abang
Happy Easter Monday y'all!
As we celebrated the resurrection of Christ this past weekend I took some time to reflect on my relationship with God. I told myself that I would be anchored in Christ but it's been a back and forth battle to say rooted in His Word. However, I recently had to come to terms with something important:
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith-and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God- not by works, so that no one can boast"
( Ephesians 2:8-9 )
You don't need to be perfect, you don't need to do all the right things because grace is a gift, it is undeserved.
Christ who was perfect died, so that I don't have to be :)
Connect with me!
Instagram: @elsieabang
Youtube: Elsie Abang
I got the chance to sit down with two of my homegirls and just have a genuine conversation. It was chaotic, but we touched on a lot of great topics and got very real with each other. Join us as we share our journeys with confidence, vulnerabilty and self-love.
Connect with Eunice & Rachel!
Instagram: @eunice.rosy and @_raek47
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Instagram: @elsieabang
Youtube: Elsie Abang
Today's episode is a bit of a rant about the struggles of online schooling. This week was pretty rough for me, and I was reminded more than ever about the importance of asking for help. I'm dedicating this one is for all the students out there, you're not alone! We're all in this together :)
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Instagram: @elsieabang
Youtube: Elsie Abang
In this premiere episode of The With Abang Podcast, I went into my archives and pulled out an episode I recorded in November 2020. This episode started out as a joke, but turned out to be a great discussion with my friend Fikayo about finding love in our family and friends as well as battling struggles with loneliness. Enjoy! :)
Connect with Fikayo!
Instagram: @fikayo_aderoju
Don't forget to follow The Fikayo Aderoju Show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Instagram.
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Instagram: @elsieabang
Youtube: Elsie Abang