Concrete Pastures Podcast
The word immigrant to so many like me, it signifies someone with a dream; a dreamer. I am Nancy Mulemwa Siisii. I was born and raised in Zambia, Africa, but I later migrated to America and settled in New York where I’ve been living for 20 years. As a dreamer, I have and continue to have a passion for making substantive bonds with audiences, and helping to inspire people to reach for their dreams. Being an immigrant has been one of the most challenging and extraordinary experiences of my life. It inspired me to start my podcast “Concrete Pastures: An African Immigrant Story” as a platform to reach out to fellow immigrants and dreamers.
Episodes
Tuesday May 07, 2024
S4 Ep 19 Ranjeet Mudholkar EB1A Green Card
Tuesday May 07, 2024
Tuesday May 07, 2024
Ranjeet Sreekant Mudholkar journey is more than a career; it's a calling to empower professionals in achieving their American Dream. He is the architect of the Next League Program, a forge for extraordinary talent aiming for the EB1A Green Card.
His own path to securing the 'Einstein Visa' in a record seven days, without an Oscar, Olympic or Nobel Prize, serves as a blueprint he shares with others.
With a career spanning over two decades, from his start at the Symbiosis Institute to leading roles in financial institutions, Mudholkar's career has been a canvas of visionary positions, shaping the landscape of global business education.
As a coach, his influence has extended across borders, mentoring countless professionals on mastering the EB1A process , helping them secure their places among the world's elite without the need for sponsors or substantial investments.
Mudholkar's vision celebrates the United States as a beacon for extraordinary minds, striving to attract the finest global talent. His creation, the Next League Executive Board LLC, furthers this national goal by facilitating the success of global talent on American soil. His mission is to transform these professionals into the best versions of themselves, with the EB1A as a significant milestone in their journey.
Through the educational curriculum of The Next League Program, Mudholkar has orchestrated a symphony of personal growth, providing tailored coaching, practical tools, and insights from EB1A achievers and legal experts. This initiative is more than just a program—it's a transformative journey towards personal and professional peaks, ensuring each participant is well-equipped to confidently navigate the EB1A process, becoming the best version of themselves.
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Sunday Apr 28, 2024
S4 Ep 18 Funmi Okubanjo - Radiant Futures
Sunday Apr 28, 2024
Sunday Apr 28, 2024
Funmi Okubanjo is a remarkable individual who brings together a unique blend of passion and expertise from her 15-year journey across diverse industries. She holds certifications as a Development Finance Analyst and a Project Management Professional (PMP), demonstrating her commitment to excellence in her field.
Funmi's fearless approach to converting business strategies into profitable operational plans sets her apart as a leader. Her boldness defines her leadership style, allowing her to make a lasting impact through her social enterprise, Radiant Futures. Through Radiant Futures, Funmi is dedicated to improving the lives of underserved communities, with a particular focus on financial inclusion and women's economic empowerment. So far, Radiant Futures has successfully served over 200 micro-businesses of low-income women in Lagos, Ogun, and Oyo states in Nigeria.
Beyond her professional achievements, Funmi is an explorer at heart. She thrives on venturing into new frontiers, connecting with diverse individuals, and embracing new experiences. Her adventurous spirit and openness to new opportunities m
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https://www.radiantfuturesltd.com/
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Thursday Apr 18, 2024
S4 Ep 17 Haji Basim- Empowering Entrepreneurs, Uplifting Souls through Melodies
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
For the past 17 years, Haji has embarked on a global journey, enriching souls with his profound and uplifting melodies across temples, spiritual hubs, and vibrant festivals. A virtuoso of over 12 instruments sourced from diverse cultures, his heart resonates most deeply with the ukulele, a conduit for his soulful compositions. Rooted in his transformative experiences within Ashrams and the practice of bhakti yoga, Haji cultivated his sacred musical craft. Beyond melodies, he orchestrates immersive retreats in exotic locales, guiding seekers towards spiritual awakening and creative rejuvenation. As a conscious creative coach, Haji specializes in empowering entrepreneurs to unleash their authentic voices and embrace abundance. Drawing from his extensive touring as a songwriter across 20 countries and the facilitation of life-altering retreats, he has invested over $50,000 in personal development to serve hundreds in their transformative journeys. With a fusion of creative expression and entrepreneurial insight, Haji catalyzes profound shifts, enabling individuals to harness their creative essence, transcend limitations, and craft purpose-driven lives steeped in prosperity and fulfillment.
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https://www.hajibasim.com
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Sunday Apr 07, 2024
S4 Ep16 Agnes Appiah- The Messenger of Hope and Triumph
Sunday Apr 07, 2024
Sunday Apr 07, 2024
Agnes Appiah is a multidisciplinary creative and entrepreneur. She is an outstanding emcee, voiceover artist, and spoken word artist. She hosts the Umami Conversations podcast and recently co-authored the book 55 Faces to raise awareness of women's role in social change and impact. Despite spending her first few decades in fear, she now uses her life experiences as a message of hope and triumph.
After the loss of her unborn son in 2019, she prioritized her mental health and no longer pleases others at the expense of her own well-being. Agnes' favorite quote is from Maya Angelou, "Still I Rise," and you can find her meditating or dancing to old school dancehall songs.
She is now a mother to a toddler and enjoys spending time in his presence as she learns about her new role as a mother.
Agnes is continually growing and building her brand.
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Umamiconversations@gmail.com
Podcast: @umamiconversations
www.agnesappiah.com
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Saturday Mar 23, 2024
S4 Ep 15 Gugulethu Makhari - Miss Immigrant
Saturday Mar 23, 2024
Saturday Mar 23, 2024
Gugulethu Makhari is Chair Commission on Women's Rights, Human Rights and Youth Council for Global Sustainable Development Goals Inc NGO. USA National Organizer and Coordinator for "March For Our Planet". Gugu , is also a contestant on Miss Immigrant USA 🇺🇸 representing South Africa
Studied health & skincare (somatologist) or an esthetician graduated from International Academy of Health and Skincare
*Studied Business management from Millpark Business School
*Studied Project management from Regenneys Business School
*Qualified peer training worker from Alliance for Positive Change
*Studied Fashion Marketing from New School
*Studied Retail Management from Lisof Business School
🇿🇦 Lisof Retail and Fashion School at the end.
Entrepreneur:https://www.zkhiphani.co.za/gugu-makes-menu-power-banks/
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Sunday Mar 10, 2024
Sunday Mar 10, 2024
Muma Sinkala is an award-winning creative-alchemist. Her background is banking, financial-tech, consultancy and social-impact. She is a CLORE fellow and redefines what it means to use one’s passions for the highest good.
Muma believes in not limiting herself she thrives on creativity. She is CEO of Krypia an African Fintech providing financial services to SMEs in the informal sector. She also owns AAFS the first immersive investment art platform dedicated to increasing the value of African art for the savvy collector.
Muma most enjoys using her skills to empower women to take up space. She is an executive leader in Africa and UK, she continues to use her skills & influence in niche sectors such as mining and international development.
She has advised at The Parliamentary Internet, Communications and Technology Forum on the imminent need for black women in positions of decision making to curb inequality in the tech sector. She is a speaker on multiple international stages, such as the Oxford Union and also a board-member on two charities promoting the use of technology and business skills for disadvantaged women.
Krypia
https://krypia.finance/smb_program
Art
www.aafsart.com
AFRICAN PROVERBS INSPIRED JOURNAL-2024
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Monday Mar 04, 2024
S4 Ep 13 Hector Quiroga - USA Immigration
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Monday Mar 04, 2024
HECTOR QUIROGA is an immigration attorney and the CEO of Quiroga Law Office, PLLC. He has dedicated much of his life to helping thousands of undocumented families improve their quality of life. Hector immigrated from Colombia to the United States in January 2000, and since then, he has worked hard to fulfill his goals and impact many people's lives.
Hector's work has transformed the lives of thousands of undocumented families, improving their quality of life and offering them a chance at stability. His dedication to the immigrant community is palpable, and his stories of triumph, hope, and resilience offer a unique perspective that extends beyond just the legalities of immigration.
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Saturday Feb 24, 2024
S4 Ep 12 Christelle Pellecuer-Black Adoptees Identities
Saturday Feb 24, 2024
Saturday Feb 24, 2024
Christelle Pellecuer is a certified coach who helps adoptees to navigate their stories so they can find their authentic voices and identity. Christelle is also a facilitator, consultant and multidisciplinary artist and podcast host of "Black Adoptees Identities".
Christelle's professional background includes working in the education sector for over 15 years undertaking programme/project management roles with an international focus and working for 10 years in the fashion industry. She also has led non-profit organization and co-leads a community theatre company.
Podcast- Black Adoptees Identities
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Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
S4 Ep 11 Business Tax Returns (Taxes Part 2)
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Okorie Ezichi brings a wealth of experience in the finance sector, with a background spanning Financial Advisory, FP&A, and the Accounting industry. Having worked with several CPA firms in Washington DC, Okorie is a certified IRS enrolled agent. His expertise include filing quarterly and annual taxes for small businesses, offering tax planning and advisory services, and representing taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service
Okorie holds an MBA from Michigan State University and an undergraduate degree in Accounting, solidifying his strong foundation in financial practices and principles.
Contact-Okorie
Info@eontaxbiz.com
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Saturday Feb 17, 2024
S4 Ep 11 Noah Ndhlovu, MPH- Consumer Tax Returns
Saturday Feb 17, 2024
Saturday Feb 17, 2024
Mr. Noah Ndhlovu is a versatile individual with a diverse skill set. He excels as a Public Health Strategist, Media Personality, Tax Advisor, Life Coach, Author, and Poet. His expertise extends to Program Development, Management, and Strategic Analysis, with a strong passion for impactful health initiatives and driving social change.
Additionally, Noah is recognized as an Afrocentric Philosopher of Science, a public intellectual, an award-winning author and poet, a podcast host, and a respected community leader. He holds the esteemed position of founding president of the Zambian Association Network of the United States (ZANUS), the Zambian Association of Indiana (ZAIN), and serves as the chairperson for Premier Media.
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Dreamers
The goal for this podcast is provide myself and others a platform to share stories as we deconstruct the world’s view of immigrant status, and unlock the joys, laughs, and bravery that being a dreamer brings about. Tune in today!