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On The Spot with Juliana
Juliana Makonise
63 episodes
6 days ago
Have you been wondering how you can make valuable contributions at a local, regional, or international level? If you're assertive and determined to develop your life and community then this podcast is for you! Join Juliana Makonise, a purpose-driven leader, as she explores pressing issues in leadership, sustainable development, entrepreneurship, social impact, and so much more. It's time to scale up our individual and collective efforts towards solving global challenges. Feel free to share any topics of interest: otswithjuliana@gmail.com
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Have you been wondering how you can make valuable contributions at a local, regional, or international level? If you're assertive and determined to develop your life and community then this podcast is for you! Join Juliana Makonise, a purpose-driven leader, as she explores pressing issues in leadership, sustainable development, entrepreneurship, social impact, and so much more. It's time to scale up our individual and collective efforts towards solving global challenges. Feel free to share any topics of interest: otswithjuliana@gmail.com
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On The Spot with Juliana
Olohi John on Faith, Purpose, & Purpose

In this episode, I interview Olohi Goodness John, a Smith College student (class of 2027) and founder of Justice through Literacy. Hailing from Nigeria, Olohi shares how her Christian faith fuels her passion for educational equity. Olohi’s story inspires young Christians to use their talents for social good, offering practical insights on blending faith, leadership, and social justice to drive meaningful change in their communities.

Be inspired:)

#christian #faith #impact #purpose #Bible #track #gospel #perserverance #humility #teamwork #love #joy #philosophy #careers #discipleship #Christ #Jesus #pray #african #africanstories Music by Onoychenko_music from Pixabay

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2 months ago
24 minutes 55 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Nicolette Mtisi on Faith, Media & Innovation

In this episode, Nicolette Mtisi, a US-based Zimbabwean Data Scientist shares her experience utilizing social media for good. She highlights useful tactics to build a powerful digital footprint and maintain a strong personal brand. 

Through her Christian faith, she has found inspiration to publish a book and minister the Word of God through her work on social media. Throughout this episode, reflect on how you can also integrate your faith into your day-to-day activities. Be blessed. 


Daniel 11:32 “….But the people who know their God shall be strong, and carry out great exploits.”


#christian #faith #sport #purpose #Bible #track #gospel #perseverance #humility #teamwork #love #joy #philosophy

Music by ⁠Onoychenko_music⁠ from ⁠Pixabay⁠ 

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3 months ago
18 minutes 48 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Melita-Marie Roachford on Faith, Sport & Purpose

In this episode, I have a chat with Melita-Marie Roachford, a Track & Field Assistant Coach at Smith College. She shares how her Christian faith has influenced her coaching career and reflects on how she integrates values of humility, teamwork, and perseverance into her work.

As an ambassador of Jesus Christ, she remains grounded in her faith, spreading love, light, and joy through the Word of God. Throughout this episode, reflect on how you can also integrate your faith into your day-to-day activities.


Isaiah 40:31 - "But those who wait on the Lord, Shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint.

Romans 1:16-17 - "For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek. For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, “The just shall live by faith.”


#christian #faith #sport #purpose #Bible #track #gospel #perserverance #humility #teamwork #love #joy #philosophy


Music by Onoychenko_music from Pixabay 

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4 months ago
18 minutes 26 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
2025 Comeback - The Vision

Welcome Back!!! I am glad to resume publishing exciting episodes with hopes of promoting digital storytelling for social change.

In this episode, I share insights on the progression of this podcast - where we are coming from and where we are going! The vision is still clear - Amplify Voices of Change. Join me, on this quest to inspire, educate, and advocate for positive social change.

If you know someone or YOU would want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to otswithjuliana@gmail.com and my team will get back to you. We’re not promising anything but hey, just give it a shot. Thank you.


#storytelling #education #development #community #awareness #inspire #growth #africa #globalcitizenship #sustainability #youth | Music by Onoychenko_music from Pixabay 

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4 months ago
7 minutes 34 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Building Resilient Food Systems

In this new episode, I chat with Webster Isheanopa Makombe, a Zimbabwean lawyer and former Youth Leader for Nutrition with the Scaling Up Nutrition Movement. For more than 5 years, Webster has been actively advocating against food insecurity, providing youth-centric advice on how to reimagine the future of food in Africa and beyond. Have a listen and learn more about how you can join the movement to end the food crisis #TogetherWeCan 

🌾 What will it take to build resilient food systems in Africa? 

🌽 How can we leverage Africa’s indigenous agricultural products to solve the global food crisis?

🌍 Can we ever solve the hunger crisis?


#food #indigenous #resilience #globalgoals #SDG2 #zerohunger #empowerment #africa #power #youth #foodsystems #foodsecurity #development #SDGs #zimbabwe #impact #sustainability #equality #youthleadership #community #leadership #podcast #speaker #faith 

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1 year ago
16 minutes 35 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Power Story - Faithrose Daniel

Faithrose Daniel, Founder of MamaPower🇰🇪and Computer Science student at Smith College is on a mission to support and empower survivors of domestic violence and assault to reclaim their identity. In this new episode, she shares her heartfelt story of leading a women-focused non-profit organization in Kenya and providing psychosocial support to vulnerable women and girls. She further explores the following topics:


🎯Youth Leadership in Africa

🎯Communal Impact of Women Empowerment

🎯Combating Gender Stereotypes


Be inspired!


#kenya #empowerment #women #power #girls #education #africa #collegestudents #impact #sustainability #equality #youthleadership #community #leadership #podcast #speaker #faith

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1 year ago
17 minutes 18 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Power Story - Mpiwa Gwindi

I recently had a chat with Mpiwa Gwindi, a multi-talented performing and recording artist from Zimbabwe. In this episode she shares her inspiring journey of leading the 2018 Guinness World Record-recognised largest marimba ensemble (ZiMarimba Fest) and collaborating with international organizations to tackle global challenges through music and art. She further explores the following topics:

 

🎯Passion vs Purpose

🎯Art as an Advocacy Tool

🎯The Power of Communal Support


#education #art #music #artist #community #ubuntu #passion #career #careerdevelopment #collegestudents #podcast #purpose #women #africa #sustainability #environment #climatechange #change #marimba #worldrecord

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1 year ago
19 minutes 53 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Power Story - Eugenia Rogers

In this new episode, I chat with Eugenia Rogers - a Sierra Leonean and Environmental Science and Policy student at Smith College. She shares a phenomenal story of her journey starting a charity organization in Sierra Leone whilst advancing her interests in sustainability, youth empowerment and education. She dives deeper into the following topics:

  • Purpose - Finding your “Why”
  • The Power of Community & Ubuntu 
  • Advancing Education in Africa 

Be inspired! 

#education #community #ubuntu #passion #career #careerdevelopment #collegestudents #podcast #purpose #women #africa #sustainability #environment #climatechange

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1 year ago
14 minutes 13 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Power Story - Sarah Sackey

Happy International Women’s Day🌺 🌟 I recently had a chat with Sarah Sackey, a Ghanaian - American and PharmD student at Northeastern University. In this episode, she shares a powerful story of her interests in the intersection of healthcare, business, and climate finance. She dives deeper into the following topics:

  • Passion & Career Goals
  • Women in the Venture Capital Space
  • The Power of Mentors & Sponsors
  • Mental Wellness, Planning & Faith

Be inspired! 


Power Story - Sarah Sackey: www.onthespotwithjuliana.com/


#mentor #sponsor #impact #passion #career #careerdevelopment #collegestudents #podcast #purpose #women #iwd2024 #iwd #business #finance #healthcare #africa



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1 year ago
28 minutes 28 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Leading Authentically ~ Sarah Willie LeBreton (Smith College President)
I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing the 12th President of Smith College, Sarah Willie-LeBreton. In this episode, she shares insights on her remarkable leadership journey and outlines how individuals can embrace their authenticity and find joy. She draws lessons from her experiences as an accomplished scholar, sociologist, educator, and phenomenal leader. This is an episode worth listening to. Be Inspired! : “Figuring out what brings you joy, what gets your engines revving, and what excites you intellectually are the building blocks for figuring out what type of leader you may want to be…” ~Sarah Willie-LeBreton “On the Spot with Juliana” is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, etc. : https://www.onthespotwithjuliana.com/
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2 years ago
22 minutes 50 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Youth Entrepreneurship & AI
💡How can young people harness the Power of Entrepreneurship and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to contribute towards sustainable development?💡 In this new episode of On The Spot with Juliana, Tamuda Chimhanda (Co-Founder @PenPal + University of Rochester Student) shares his entrepreneurial journey in the technology space. He explores how young people can leverage AI and other budding softwares to develop more sustainable interventions which solve global challenges. Curious to learn more? Have a listen! #YouthInAction
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2 years ago
22 minutes 23 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Finding Balance: Health & Wellness - SBFinale
This week, Victoria Flores-Almazan, a Biochemistry student at Smith College shares advice on how to strike a balance between school, work, family, and other activities. Using her real-life story as an example, she highlights key attributes that can help us find a balance in our busy lives and maintain our mental wellness. Be inspired! #mentalwellness #advocacy #youthdevelopment #partnerships #africa #SDG3 #sustainabledevelopment #mentalhealth #digitalinnovation #podcasts #purpose #grateful
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2 years ago
22 minutes 2 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Mental Wellness & Communal Support - SB10
In this episode, Shyla Powell (M.A., MHC-LP), a Staff Therapist at Syracuse University shares her insights on how individuals and communities can best support young people facing mental health issues. Learn more about her journey as a pastoral counselor and mental health professional. #mentalwellness #advocacy #youthdevelopment #partnerships #africa #SDG3 #sustainabledevelopment #mentalhealth #digitalinnovation #podcasts #purpose #grateful
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2 years ago
14 minutes 34 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Faith & Wellness - SB9
In this episode, Nahash Mwathi, an Audiovisual Creative and Wellness Coach from Kenya shares his insights on the intersection of faith and wellness. He outlines the importance of spiritual wellness and the role of religious groups in supporting individuals facing mental health issues. Be inspired! What started as a battle with low self esteem has led to the creation of a beautiful journey of Nahash's music. Having released His debut album, The Love Flowchart in late 2020, he has moved on to sing about practical issues affecting every Christian in their bid to become more like Jesus. Further, he has released All of Me- Part 1 which is part of a project to continue singing about his experiences as a Christian in light of everyday trials. His music is relatable and soulful, reaching you at your darkest and most trying times and reminding you that there's still light at the end of the tunnel. He's experiencing this, you can too! https://nmwathi.com/
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2 years ago
18 minutes 14 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Wellness: A State of Mind - SB8
This week, Mirriam Nzunda, an Engineering student at Smith College, shares more about her journey of trying to understand the dynamics of mental wellness as a young person. She shares recommendations on how fellow youth can best maintain their mental wellness. Be encouraged. #mentalwellness #advocacy #youthdevelopment #partnerships #africa #SDG3 #sustainabledevelopment #mentalhealth #digitalinnovation #podcasts #purpose #grateful
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2 years ago
11 minutes 11 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Creative Advocacy for Mental Wellness - SB7
In this episode, Melusi Majojo, a poet and Law student from the University of Zimbabwe gives an overview of his experience using poetry to raise awareness on mental health issues and influence policies. Using one of his poetic films, Ghetto Cry, as an example, he highlights real-life experiences of youth living in the ghetto. Artivism at its best! #mentalwellness #advocacy #youthdevelopment #partnerships #africa #SDG3 #sustainabledevelopment #mentalhealth #digitalinnovation #podcasts #purpose #grateful
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2 years ago
11 minutes 34 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Context-based Mental Health Advocacy-SB6
In this episode, Tatenda Kambeu, an Advocacy Officer at Ndinewe Foundation outlines the different ways individuals and civil society organizations can develop context-based initiatives which effectively meet the needs of communities. Learn more about how Ndinewe Foundation, a youth organization founded with the vision of promoting good mental health and well-being in Zimbabwe, has been developing interventions which support mental wellness. Be inspired! Learn more about Ndinewe Foundation: https://ndinewe.org/about-us #mentalwellness #advocacy #youthdevelopment #partnerships #africa #SDG3 #sustainabledevelopment #mentalhealth #digitalinnovation #podcasts #purpose #grateful
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2 years ago
11 minutes 50 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Girls Action for Change🇰🇪
This week, Penina Mwajanji, a Mental Health Advocate and Founder of Girls Action for Change gives us an overview of her community engagement work in Kenya. She outlines how different stakeholders can actively contribute towards social change in various communities. Be inspired. Connect with Girls Action for Change KE: https://twitter.com/GirlsActionFor1 #mentalwellness #advocacy #youthdevelopment #partnerships #africa #SDG3 #sustainabledevelopment #mentalhealth #digitalinnovation #podcasts #purpose #grateful
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2 years ago
13 minutes 17 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Youth Mental Health in Nigeria🇳🇬 - SB4
This week, Hauwa Ojeifo gives an overview of the state of mental health services in Nigeria and outlines the actions taken by different stakeholders to ease access to mental health support. Hauwa publicly identifies as a person who lives with a mental health condition and psychosocial disability. Popularly tagged as the voice and face of mental health in Nigeria, Hauwa has received numerous local and international honours and recognition. She is the Executive Director at She Writes Woman (SWW); an award-winning movement that gives mental health a voice in Nigeria. She is the creator of Safe Place Nigeria - a digital community for mental health-conscious Nigerians to access tools, resources (24/7 toll-free helpline), professionals (counselors and therapists), and a community to ensure a mentally healthy society. As a sexual violence survivor, she is giving mental health and sexual violence a voice; taking back the existing misinformed narrative and normalising mental health conversations in Nigeria. Learn more about the recently signed Mental Health Bill and the tangible impact of mental health advocacy efforts through NGOs such as She Writes Woman
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2 years ago
17 minutes 59 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Digital Media & Mental Health - SB3
In this episode, Aminatu Abdulai, a Biological Sciences student at Smith College shares her insights on how digital media can affect mental health. She taps into her childhood experiences in Ghana and how these have shaped her perspective towards digital media use. Be inspired! #mentalwellness #advocacy #youthdevelopment #partnerships #africa #SDG3 #sustainabledevelopment #mentalhealth #digitalinnovation #podcasts #purpose #grateful
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2 years ago
19 minutes 38 seconds

On The Spot with Juliana
Have you been wondering how you can make valuable contributions at a local, regional, or international level? If you're assertive and determined to develop your life and community then this podcast is for you! Join Juliana Makonise, a purpose-driven leader, as she explores pressing issues in leadership, sustainable development, entrepreneurship, social impact, and so much more. It's time to scale up our individual and collective efforts towards solving global challenges. Feel free to share any topics of interest: otswithjuliana@gmail.com