To Be Human Podcast: Recent Episodes
Bhargavi, Michelle, and Dennis
Welcome to the To Be Human Podcast hosted by Bhargavi Bhatt, Michelle Wong, and Dennis Zhang. Join us as we explore what it means to be human through vulnerable discussions and the diverse and intersectional stories of our guests, ordinary people - just like you and me!
On Episode 6 of To Be Human, we chat with with Clara Chen, a Swiss-Chinese individual who grew up between both cultures. She talks about living in Switzerland and in China, as well as her experience of being raised by a single mother. This episode was edited by Dennis Zhang.
CONNECT WITH CLARA:
- Instagram: @clarazchen
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clarazhijinchen/
CONNECT WITH US
- Instagram: @tobehumanpodcast
- LinkedIn: @tobehumanpodcast
- Twitter: @tbhumanpodcast
- Email: tbhumanpodcast@gmail.com
In episode 5 of To Be Human, we are joined by Cassandra MacLennan. Cass is a fundraising professional that is passionate about advocating about the barriers and realities of living with chronic illnesses in your twenties. Cass chats with us about her upbringing in a multigenerational home, how her life has changed since her diagnosis, and her passion for theatre and the performing arts. This episode was edited by Michelle Wong.
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CONNECT WITH CASS:
- Instagram: @cassmac26
- Twitter: @cassmaclennan
CONNECT WITH US
- Instagram: @tobehumanpodcast
- LinkedIn: @tobehumanpodcast
- Twitter: @tbhumanpodcast
- Email: tbhumanpodcast@gmail.com
Episode 4 of To Be Human features Juhi Nandwani, a Belizean who left her vibrant country in the Caribbean to chase the American Dream. She talks about her childhood in Belize, her seven-year journey in the USA and how she managed her mental health throughout. This episode was edited by Dennis Zhang.
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CONNECT WITH JUHI
- Instagram: @juhister
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juhinandwani/
CONNECT WITH US
- Instagram: @tobehumanpodcast
- LinkedIn: @tobehumanpodcast
- Twitter: @tbhumanpodcast
- Email: tbhumanpodcast@gmail.com
In the third episode of To Be Human, we are joined by Safa Ali Mudei. Safa is a third-year medical student by day, but taking over the Toronto dance community by night. Safa shares her experiences being Black and Muslim in both medicine and dance, as well as how her life has changed since being diagnosed with a rare form of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in 2020. This episode was edited by Michelle Wong.
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CONNECT WITH SAFA:
- Instagram: @safaali_
- Al-Bazarkh: https://youtu.be/ywDE0n83fxQ
CONNECT WITH US:
- Instagram: @tobehumanpodcast
- LinkedIn: @tobehumanpodcast
- Twitter: @tbhumanpodcast
- Email: tbhumanpodcast@gmail.com
In the second episode of To Be Human, we chat with Paul Lai about his life as a Hoosier in the Midwest, the college experience with his twin brother at Stanford, and his pursuit of success through multiple jobs and passion projects thereafter. This episode was edited by Dennis Zhang.
CONNECT WITH PAUL:
- Instagram: @official.paulai
CONNECT WITH US:
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Instagram: @tobehumanpodcast
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LinkedIn: @tobehumanpodcast
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Twitter: @tbhumanpodcast
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Email: tbhumanpodcast@gmail.com
To Be Human kicks off season 1 by chatting with Mateo Peralta. In this episode, we explore the impact of immigration, coming out in a Hispanic family, and Mateo's journey with leukemia. This episode was edited by Michelle Wong.
CONNECT WITH MATEO:
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Twitter: @mateoperalta_
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Instagram: @mateoperalta
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Book/Art Instagram: @pastichemateo
CONNECT WITH US:
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Instagram: @tobehumanpodcast
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Linkedin: @tobehumanpodcast
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Twitter: @tbhumanpodcast
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Email Us: tbhumanpodcast@gmail.com
What's this? A new podcast in town? That's right! Introducing "To Be Human" - the newest podcast to hit your playlists. Join your co-hosts Bhargavi, Michelle, and Dennis as they explore how this show came to be and what you can expect in episodes to come.