Roxanne

Yasmeen returns back to her younger self, this time with a new perspective. Can we change our past to change our future?  

The Bird sang to himself and lamented about his cage.  He sang so loud his voice startled the wind.  And threw him so far outside his comfort zone  That he had no choice but to fly It was only then that he realized he was not a caged bird after all.  

Yasmeen starts off with a poem that she wrote that was inspired by the film she wrote and co-produced “A Star in the Desert” which follows the life of a young Iraqi boy in Baghdad on the eve of the first Gulf War, as he escapes into a fantastical reality on the search for his mis ... Show More

A kid’s name can tell us something about his parents — their race, social standing, even their politics. But is your name really your destiny? 

Many trans and nonbinary people choose new names during their transition. Here's advice if you're considering adopting a new name — from brainstorming name ideas to navigating the paperwork to change your name legally. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/ ... Show More

There's tons of research about how your name will affect your destiny. Some studies suggests your name is linked to your grades, your criminal record and your earning potential. Tune in to learn about what your name might mean for your future. Learn more about your ad-choices at ... Show More

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What can names tell us about our culture and history? 

Host Ahmed Ali Akbar has always had trouble getting people to say his name “correctly.” Why? This episode explores how second generation immigrants choose names, and how a name can impact our lives in more ways than we’d think.  

Do you know a famous living person? Here’s a phrase to describe them. 

What are the activities that you do daily? What habits have you created? In today's episode I share what has helped me to really enjoy life.  

What would you tell your younger self about where you are now, or what you have achieved? You’ve probably come a long way! Even though we are constantly growing and changing, sometimes the storylines of our past and the ideas of who we think we are at odds with what is happening ... Show More