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 13 - Failing Forward: Jordan’s Journey From Numbness to Self-Love
Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation
48 minutes
3 months ago
Episode 13 - Failing Forward: Jordan’s Journey From Numbness to Self-Love
Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of emotional trauma, depression, and suicidal ideation. Listener discretion is advised. 🎯 Episode Synopsis In this deeply heartfelt and emotionally resonant episode of Your Neighborhood Show, host Carolyn sits down with her 21-year-old nephew, Jordan Lobo, to explore his powerful journey through childhood joy, adolescent trauma, and eventual emotional healing. From the innocent games of early childhood to the crushing betrayal of his closest...
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...
