Bridge to Eedo

S1 | Ep.15 | Resilient Women: Navigating Life Together ft MJ ___ Welcome The “Bridge to Eedo” Podcast! Grab your tea and biscuits and join us for conversations on all things Somali, all things millennial, and everything in between. Hosted by Amina and Taz, this podcast is about bridging gaps, sharing stories, and bringing a fresh perspective you haven’t heard before. ______ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - intro 01:24 - Introducing MJ, a Dear Friend 02:07 - The Joys of Motherhood 03:32 - Resilience of Women 04:19 - Navigating Victimization 05:09 - Somali Heritage and Identity 10:10 - Social Media and Community 12:00 - Importance of Familiarity 20:21 - The Impact of Individualism 35:13 - Final Thoughts and Reflections ______ Stay Connected with Bridge To Eedo! 🎙️ Love the episode? Tap in and follow us everywhere to keep up with Bridge To Eedot👇🏾 📲 Follow Bridge To Eedo: 🔗 Instagram: http://instagram.com/bridgetoeedo 🔗 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@bridgetoeedo 👂🏾Listen to Bridge To Eedo: 🎧 Spotify: Coming soon 🍎 Apple Podcast: Coming soon 👀 Follow the Hosts: Taz: http://instagram.com/tazmin_ayman Amina: http://instagram.com/queen_ay Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE to stay locked in!

S1 | Ep.14 | Understanding Your Child: Insights from a Speech Therapist ft MsRaffat ___ Welcome The “Bridge to Eedo” Podcast! Grab your tea and biscuits and join us for conversations on all things Somali, all things millennial, and everything in between. Hosted by Amina and Taz, this podcast is about bridging gaps, sharing stories, and bringing a fresh perspective you haven’t heard before. ______ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction to Today's Guests 01:24 - Meeting Riffat, the Speech Therapist 03:29 - Riffat's Journey into Speech Therapy 11:28 - Understanding the Diagnosis Journey 19:23 - The Seven Stages of Grief 28:14 - The Importance of Early Intervention 36:02 - Strategies for Supporting Communication 46:07 - Bilingualism and Autism 55:16 - The Rewarding Aspects of Being a Therapist 1:16:29 - Final Thoughts and Resources ______ Stay Connected with Bridge To Eedo! 🎙️ Love the episode? Tap in and follow us everywhere to keep up with Bridge To Eedot👇🏾 📲 Follow Bridge To Eedo: 🔗 Instagram: http://instagram.com/bridgetoeedo 🔗 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@bridgetoeedo 👂🏾Listen to Bridge To Eedo: 🎧 Spotify: Coming soon 🍎 Apple Podcast: Coming soon 👀 Follow the Hosts: Taz: http://instagram.com/tazmin_ayman Amina: http://instagram.com/queen_ay Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE to stay locked in!

S1 | Ep.13 | Relationships and Vulnerability: Navigating Life After Divorce ___ Welcome The “Bridge to Eedo” Podcast! Grab your tea and biscuits and join us for conversations on all things Somali, all things millennial, and everything in between. Hosted by Amina and Taz, this podcast is about bridging gaps, sharing stories, and bringing a fresh perspective you haven’t heard before. ______ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - 00:10 - Intro 00:10 - 01:51 - Introduction and Concept of Miss Marriage 01:51 - 03:50 - Definition, Rights, and Suitability in Miss Marriage 03:50 - 05:40 - Agreements and Forfeiting Rights 05:40 - 07:55 - Societal Expectations and Personal Needs 07:55 - 10:40 - Risks, Importance of Relationships, and Sensitivity in Media 10:40 - 12:10 - Impact of Social Media and Personal Reflections 12:10 - 14:30 - Closing Thoughts on Empowerment and Gender Roles 14:30 - 18:00 - Emotional Needs, Companionship, and Growth Post-Divorce 18:00 - 21:10 - Social Circles, Trauma, and Media Influence 21:10 - 23:30 - Community Support and Engagement 23:30 - 26:30 - Cultural Context, Financial Independence, and Miscommunication 26:30 - 28:45 - Balancing Traditions, Anecdotes, and Self-Understanding 28:45 - 31:00 - Conclusion on Relationships and Community Connection 31:00 - 34:00 - Healing from Past Relationships and Navigating Vulnerability 34:00 - 37:00 - Engaging Younger Generations and Personal Growth 37:00 - 40:05 - Independence, Companionship, and Open Discussions 40:05 - 42:10 - Final Thoughts, Acknowledgments, and Podcast Experience 42:10 - 45:40 - Future Conversations, Humor, and Resilience 45:40 - 49:00 - Personal Narratives, Open-Mindedness, and Community Support 49:00 - 50:20 - Outro ______ Stay Connected with Bridge To Eedo! 🎙️ Love the episode? Tap in and follow us everywhere to keep up with Bridge To Eedot👇🏾 📲 Follow Bridge To Eedo: 🔗 Instagram: http://instagram.com/bridgetoeedo 🔗 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@bridgetoeedo 👂🏾Listen to Bridge To Eedo: 🎧 Spotify: Coming soon 🍎 Apple Podcast: Coming soon 👀 Follow the Hosts: Taz: http://instagram.com/tazmin_ayman Amina: http://instagram.com/queen_ay Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE to stay locked in!

S1 | Ep.12 | Somali Soundwaves: A Journey Through Music And Life ft Hassan Baylani ___ Welcome The “Bridge to Eedo” Podcast! Grab your tea and biscuits and join us for conversations on all things Somali, all things millennial, and everything in between. Hosted by Amina and Taz, this podcast is about bridging gaps, sharing stories, and bringing a fresh perspective you haven’t heard before. ______ TIMESTAMPS 00:00:00 - 00:01:14 - Intro 00:01:14 - 00:01:56 - Discussion about Hargeisa and Cultural Insights 00:01:56 - 00:06:06 - Lifestyle Comparison and Thoughts on Somali vs. English Music 00:06:06 - 00:10:40 - Music Journey, Inspirations, and Industry Challenges 00:10:40 - 00:14:40 - Co-Parenting Insights and Relationships 00:14:40 - 00:17:10 - Perspectives on Social Media and Personal Reflections 00:17:10 - 00:20:35 - Collaborations, Future Plans, and Expectations 00:20:35 - 00:23:55 - Importance of Cultural Connections and Community Engagement 00:23:55 - 00:27:00 - Final Thoughts on Love, Understanding, and Somali Music 00:27:00 - 00:34:00 - Growth as an Artist and Embracing Change 00:34:00 - 00:40:00 - Impact of Social Media and Handling Fame 00:40:00 - 00:48:00 - Creative Process and Future Aspirations 00:48:00 - 00:52:00 - Lessons Learned from Past Experiences 00:52:00 - 00:56:00 - Musical Trends, Innovations, and Authenticity 00:56:00 - 01:00:00 - Audience Engagement and Q&A 01:00:00 - 01:06:00 - Balancing Personal and Public Life 01:06:00 - 01:10:00 - Legacy of Somali Artists and Importance of Community 01:10:00 - 01:14:00 - Planning for Future Collaborations and Advice for Aspiring Musicians 01:14:00 - 01:16:00 - outro ______ Stay Connected with Bridge To Eedo! 🎙️ Love the episode? Tap in and follow us everywhere to keep up with Bridge To Eedot👇🏾 📲 Follow Bridge To Eedo: 🔗 Instagram: http://instagram.com/bridgetoeedo 🔗 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@bridgetoeedo 👂🏾Listen to Bridge To Eedo: 🎧 Spotify: Coming soon 🍎 Apple Podcast: Coming soon 👀 Follow the Hosts: Taz: http://instagram.com/tazmin_ayman Amina: http://instagram.com/queen_ay Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE to stay locked in!

S1 | Ep.11 | Becoming Lord Mayor: A Journey of Resilience and Representation ft Safiya Saeed ___ Welcome The “Bridge to Eedo” Podcast! Grab your tea and biscuits and join us for conversations on all things Somali, all things millennial, and everything in between. Hosted by Amina and Taz, this podcast is about bridging gaps, sharing stories, and bringing a fresh perspective you haven’t heard before. ______ TIMESTAMPS 0:00:00 - 0:00:25 - Intro 0:00:25 - 0:00:50 - Becoming Lord Mayor 0:00:50 - 0:01:52 - Diversity in Leadership & Personal Experience 0:01:52 - 0:03:59 - Community Motivation 0:03:59 - 0:06:46 - Cultural Identity & Expectations 0:06:46 - 0:10:11 - Connecting with the Somali Community 0:10:11 - 0:13:23 - Youth Engagement & Leadership Philosophy 0:13:23 - 0:16:40 - Challenges within the Community 0:16:40 - 0:20:51 - Community Dynamics & Personal Interests 0:20:51 - 0:24:30 - Closing Thoughts 0:24:30 - 0:36:30 - Support of the Community & Surprises of Being Mayor 0:36:30 - 0:39:10 - Advice for Young Politicians 0:39:10 - 0:40:32 - Reflections on Youth & Education 0:40:32 - 0:41:56 - Cultural Connections & Community Relationships 0:41:56 - 0:48:00 - Mental Health and Youth 0:48:00 - 0:51:00 - Role of Community Spaces & Youth Empowerment 0:51:00 - 0:54:30 - Challenges and Aspirations 0:54:30 - 0:59:00 - Differences Between Generations & Unpacking Cultural Identity 0:59:00 - 1:00:02 - Final Thoughts on Community Support 1:00:02 - 1:01:10 - Closing Remarks & Encouragement 1:01:10 - 1:05:58 - Outro ______ Stay Connected with Bridge To Eedo! 🎙️ Love the episode? Tap in and follow us everywhere to keep up with Bridge To Eedot👇🏾 📲 Follow Bridge To Eedo: 🔗 Instagram: http://instagram.com/bridgetoeedo 🔗 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@bridgetoeedo 👂🏾Listen to Bridge To Eedo: 🎧 Spotify: Coming soon 🍎 Apple Podcast: Coming soon 👀 Follow the Hosts: Taz: http://instagram.com/tazmin_ayman Amina: http://instagram.com/queen_ay Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE to stay locked in!

S1 | Ep.10 | The Attention Span Crisis: Are We Losing Our Ability To Concentrate? ___ Welcome The “Bridge to Eedo” Podcast! Grab your tea and biscuits and join us for conversations on all things Somali, all things millennial, and everything in between. Hosted by Amina and Taz, this podcast is about bridging gaps, sharing stories, and bringing a fresh perspective you haven’t heard before. ______ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - 00:25 - Intro 00:25 - 02:11 - Attention Span and Movie Watching 02:11 - 03:08 - The Impact of Overstimulation 03:08 - 05:57 - Leaving Your Phone at Home 05:57 - 09:44 - Millennials and Social Media Experiences 09:44 - 11:02 - Imposter Syndrome in Social Media 11:02 - 13:09 - The Role of Social Media in Advertising 13:09 - 14:27 - Educational Impacts of Attention Span 14:27 - 18:43 - Supporting Other Communities and Unity 18:43 - 22:41 - Ela the Pain and Racial Dynamics 22:41 - 26:56 - The Somali Identity Debate 26:56 - 31:01 - Being Somali vs. Being Black 31:01 - 34:46 - Somali Heritage and Nationality 34:46 - 42:54 - Somali Resilience and Outro ______ Stay Connected with Bridge To Eedo! 🎙️ Love the episode? Tap in and follow us everywhere to keep up with Bridge To Eedot👇🏾 📲 Follow Bridge To Eedo: 🔗 Instagram: http://instagram.com/bridgetoeedo 🔗 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@bridgetoeedo 👂🏾Listen to Bridge To Eedo: 🎧 Spotify: Coming soon 🍎 Apple Podcast: Coming soon 👀 Follow the Hosts: Taz: http://instagram.com/tazmin_ayman Amina: http://instagram.com/queen_ay Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE to stay locked in!

Welcome The “Bridge to Eedo” Podcast! Grab your tea and biscuits and join us for conversations on all things Somali, all things millennial, and everything in between. Hosted by Amina and Taz, this podcast is about bridging gaps, sharing stories, and bringing a fresh perspective you haven’t heard before. ______ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - 00:22 - Intro 00:22 - 01:36 - Iman's Early Life and Background 01:36 - 02:52 - Journey into Sales and Tech 02:52 - 04:31 - Experience in American Companies 04:31 - 06:03 - Career Successes and Challenges 06:03 - 08:44 - Advice for Entering the Tech Industry 08:44 - 10:14 - Business Types Explained: Services and Products 10:14 - 12:02 - Understanding E-commerce 12:02 - 14:31 - Lessons from Early Business Struggles 14:31 - 16:39 - Balancing Life: Mom, Wife, Entrepreneur 16:39 - 19:18 - Financial Independence and Women's Roles 19:18 - 21:50 - Overcoming Mindset Barriers 21:50 - 24:00 - The Importance of Support and Community 24:00 - 32:50 - Insights on Mentorship and Networking 32:50 - 58:00 - Discussion on Navigating Social Media and Mental Health 58:00 - 1:02:40 - Outro ______ Stay Connected with Bridge To Eedo! 🎙️ Love the episode? Tap in and follow us everywhere to keep up with Bridge To Eedot👇🏾 📲 Follow Bridge To Eedo: 🔗 Instagram: http://instagram.com/bridgetoeedo 🔗 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@bridgetoeedo 👂🏾Listen to Bridge To Eedo: 🎧 Spotify: Coming soon 🍎 Apple Podcast: Coming soon 👀 Follow the Hosts: Taz: http://instagram.com/tazmin_ayman Amina: http://instagram.com/queen_ay Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE to stay locked in!

HONEYLOVE: “Get Your Education Before Marrying" | BridgeToEedo TRAILER Welcome The “Bridge to Eedo” Podcast! Grab your tea and biscuits and join us for conversations on all things Somali, all things millennial, and everything in between. Hosted by Amina and Taz, this podcast is about bridging gaps, sharing stories, and bringing a fresh perspective you haven’t heard before. ______ Stay Connected with Bridge To Eedo! 🎙️ Love the episode? Tap in and follow us everywhere to keep up with Bridge To Eedot👇🏾 📲 Follow Abti Podcast: 🔗 Instagram: http://instagram.com/bridgetoeedo 🔗 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@bridgetoeedo 👂🏾Listen to Bridge To Eedo: 🎧 Spotify: Coming soon 🍎 Apple Podcast: Coming soon 👀 Follow the Hosts: Taz: http://instagram.com/tazmin_ayman Amina: http://instagram.com/queen_ay Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE to stay locked in!

S1 | Ep.07 | Balancing Work & Family: Life Lessons For New Entrepreneurs ___ Welcome The “Bridge to Eedo” Podcast! Grab your tea and biscuits and join us for conversations on all things Somali, all things millennial, and everything in between. Hosted by Amina and Taz, this podcast is about bridging gaps, sharing stories, and bringing a fresh perspective you haven’t heard before. ______ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - 00:25 - Intro 00:25 - 01:05 - Honey Love Introduction 01:05 - 01:36 - Podcast Concept and Networking 01:36 - 02:21 - Job Offer and Moving to Dubai 02:21 - 03:41 - Family Support and Gender Roles 03:41 - 06:01 - Work-Life Balance and Education 06:01 - 10:31 - Social Media Journey and Early Experiences 10:31 - 12:38 - Controversial Beginnings and Community Building 12:38 - 15:17 - Social Media Challenges and Authenticity 15:17 - 19:00 - Role of AI in Content Creation 19:00 - 22:52 - Importance of Authenticity 22:52 - 27:54 - Navigating Online Comments and Dealing with Negativity 27:54 - 31:27 - Cultural Expectations and Influencer Advice 31:27 - 36:14 - Encouragement for New Entrepreneurs 36:14 - 39:21 - Supporting Others and Navigating Friendships 39:21 - 47:54 - Dilemma Discussion and Closing Remarks ______ Stay Connected with Bridge To Eedo! 🎙️ Love the episode? Tap in and follow us everywhere to keep up with Bridge To Eedot👇🏾 📲 Follow Bridge To Eedo: 🔗 Instagram: http://instagram.com/bridgetoeedo 🔗 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@bridgetoeedo 👂🏾Listen to Bridge To Eedo: 🎧 Spotify: Coming soon 🍎 Apple Podcast: Coming soon 👀 Follow the Hosts: Taz: http://instagram.com/tazmin_ayman Amina: http://instagram.com/queen_ay Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE to stay locked in!

1 | Ep.06 | Modern Dating and Cultural Connections: Relationship Expectations ___ Welcome The “Bridge to Eedo” Podcast! Grab your tea and biscuits and join us for conversations on all things Somali, all things millennial, and everything in between. Hosted by Amina and Taz, this podcast is about bridging gaps, sharing stories, and bringing a fresh perspective you haven’t heard before. ______ TIMESTAMPP 0:00 - 0:10 - INTRO 0:10 - 0:43 - Host Introduction and Taz's Absence 0:43 - 1:22 - Introduction of Co-host Hamza 1:22 - 2:28 - Hamza's Recent Trip to America 2:28 - 4:12 - Discussion on Immigration Experiences 4:12 - 5:34 - Experiences at Newark Airport 5:34 - 7:04 - Cultural Differences and Family Connections 7:04 - 9:15 - Thoughts on Dating and Gender Roles 9:15 - 11:34 - Perspectives on Modern Dating 11:34 - 15:34 - Audience Dilemmas and Personal Stories 15:34 - 24:40 - Discussion on Divorce Rates in the Somali Community 24:40 - 31:02 - Views on Marriage Laws in Somalia 31:02 - 41:02 - Dilemma Discussion: Weight and Relationship Issues 41:02 - 49:34 - Final Remarks and Goodbye ______ Stay Connected with Bridge To Eedo! 🎙️ Love the episode? Tap in and follow us everywhere to keep up with Bridge To Eedot👇🏾 📲 Follow Bridge To Eedo: 🔗 Instagram: http://instagram.com/bridgetoeedo 🔗 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@bridgetoeedo 👂🏾Listen to Bridge To Eedo: 🎧 Spotify: Coming soon 🍎 Apple Podcast: Coming soon 👀 Follow the Hosts: Taz: http://instagram.com/tazmin_ayman Amina: http://instagram.com/queen_ay Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE to stay locked in!