In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, host Carolyn sits down with award-winning Indian-Australian singer Menaka Thomas for a deeply personal conversation about identity, belonging, motherhood, and the healing power of music. From growing up in Brisbane as a child of immigrants to navigating cultural expectations, career paths, and health challenges, Menaka shares with honesty and grace. A pivotal moment — losing her eyesight due to a rare condition — ultimately reconnected her with music i...
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In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, host Carolyn sits down with award-winning Indian-Australian singer Menaka Thomas for a deeply personal conversation about identity, belonging, motherhood, and the healing power of music. From growing up in Brisbane as a child of immigrants to navigating cultural expectations, career paths, and health challenges, Menaka shares with honesty and grace. A pivotal moment — losing her eyesight due to a rare condition — ultimately reconnected her with music i...
Episode 1 - Your Neighborhood Show - Building Connection and Finding Belonging with Mary and John
Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation
36 minutes
11 months ago
Episode 1 - Your Neighborhood Show - Building Connection and Finding Belonging with Mary and John
Episode Duration: 36 minutes Synopsis: In the inaugural episode of Your Neighborhood Show, host Carolyn welcomes her dear friends Mary and John to discuss the vital role of connection in our lives. Through personal anecdotes of moving across communities and fostering relationships, they explore how disconnection can be a natural part of life and how we can overcome it. From the kindness of strangers to their work with organizations like Servas and Sailability, Mary and John demonstrate the po...
Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, host Carolyn sits down with award-winning Indian-Australian singer Menaka Thomas for a deeply personal conversation about identity, belonging, motherhood, and the healing power of music. From growing up in Brisbane as a child of immigrants to navigating cultural expectations, career paths, and health challenges, Menaka shares with honesty and grace. A pivotal moment — losing her eyesight due to a rare condition — ultimately reconnected her with music i...
