"INSPIRE THE NEXT" is a podcast for youth by youth. It is also a bilingual podcast, meaning that we will have both English and French guests.
The goal for this podcast is to provide an online tool for younger people to go to for inspiration. This way, we as an organization can fulfill our mission to better the environment which kids, teens and young adults grow in.
Every week, we will have young people, who we deem to be an inspiration to other through their actions, on our podcast to share their stories, give tips, give motivation, and an insight on their lives
If you have someone in mind, that you think would be a great guest for our podcast, contact us either through the organization’s email or socials. (Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat). Also, if you have specific questions you would like us to ask our guests, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We would be glad to incorporate them in our episodes. Because at the end of the day, we want to inspire you. So let us know what you want to hear.
Hello everyone, I am Dyson, your co-host for this incredible podcast. I am a soon to be college student, who is working hard here and there to get the necessary funds for school. I am also an aspiring model, as well as a bilingual speaker. This is why this opportunity to host a podcast like this means a lot to me. I hope to meet and disco
Hello everyone, I am Dyson, your co-host for this incredible podcast. I am a soon to be college student, who is working hard here and there to get the necessary funds for school. I am also an aspiring model, as well as a bilingual speaker. This is why this opportunity to host a podcast like this means a lot to me. I hope to meet and discover many young talented people. Can't wait to meet you all!!!
Hello/Bonjour fellow listeners, my name is Christophe but you can call me Chris. I am currently a criminology student at University of Ottawa, who dreams of becoming a police officer and stand up for what is right. Ever since my early childhood, I was interested in radio hosting because of my father, who till this day owns a radio station
Hello/Bonjour fellow listeners, my name is Christophe but you can call me Chris. I am currently a criminology student at University of Ottawa, who dreams of becoming a police officer and stand up for what is right. Ever since my early childhood, I was interested in radio hosting because of my father, who till this day owns a radio station. This skill has been cultivated inside of me, and I am very excited to finally try it out for myself. Can't wait to meet you all!!!
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Traumatic past, tough present, but brilliant future, Gavin Kratt tells us his story about his many struggles. He leaves us on one note. "Don't subscribe to the mainstream ideas, ideologies, and thinking". Listen to find out more about this strong, brave young man as he changes the world around him by taking charge of his life for the better.
Bitten by the passion for basketball, Prosper Kabongo a.k.a THE GREENMAMBA, tells us his uplifting story. He leaves us on one note. "Patience..." Listen to find out how this man hopes to inspire young kids to become their full selves.
Set out to challenge the mainstream music with his original and diverse sound, Noeh-Lys Ndayishimiye a.k.a NLN, tells us his inspiring story. He leaves us on one note. "Breakdowns create breakthroughs" Listen to find out how this man's work ethic is proving successful.
Spreading love, inclusivity, and positivity through her amazing art, Lotte Johannessen tells us her incredible story. She takes us through her ups and downs and how they shaped her into the amazing person she is today. She leaves us on one note. "Live in the now..." Listen to learn more about this intriguing character.
Entrepreneur at only 16, Nathan Monpremier tells us about his inspiring story of how he is sharing "HOPE IS FAMOUS" with the world. On his tough but worth it journey, Nathan takes us through his constant fight against racial injustice. He leaves us on one note. "Fears are stupid..." Listen to learn more about this passionate man.
From being alone and isolated to pursuing the build of a community that thrives on connection, Brooklyn White talks to us about her incredible experience. Running two businesses at a young age, she breaks down her childhood, her inspirations growing up as well as her fears. She leaves us on one note. "Don't demean the moments in between..." Listen to learn more about this passionate young woman.
Drawn by the will for servitude to his country, Alex Jones describes his tough but worth it journey. He explains the constant pressures put on him by the people around him to go in the average path after high school. He leaves us on one note. "Whatever you want to do, put your mind to it..." Listen to learn more about this dedicated young man.
Determined to follow her dreams since the age of 13, Anya Zofia Valentine Pagé takes us through her life journey. From getting bullied in high school, to fighting with mental health illnesses, she explains how a crucial part of her recovery was the people around her, who supported and loved her. Inspired by her hard working mom, she started an online thrift store, where she now has more than 20 000 followers. She leaves us on one note. "If something makes you feel happy or comfortable, do it... " Listen to learn more about her incredible story.
High school valedictorian, entrepreneur, painter, jeweler, and HUGE tv lover, Amal Abed tells us her inspiring story. She takes us through her most terrifying adventures, her most meaningful ones and her craziest ones. She is fueled by the passion to produce her most amazing work all the times, which has given her so much success at such a young age. She leaves us on one note. "Hard work never goes to waste... " Listen to learn more about her enthusiastic personality and story.
Growing up, Jordan Zlomislic was a extremely passionate about the game of football. He wished to play in it someday, but he later realized this was not going to be possible. Not wanting to leave this passion of his behind, he found a perfect niche for him, in this game that he so loved. He tells us about the trials he had to overcome, and his many successes at such a young age. He leaves us on one note. "Support the people around you..." Listen to learn more about this talented 17 years old.
Born and raised in a small town in British Columbia, Canada, Nina Charley grew up with little to no black people in her surroundings. As a woman of color, this was a very tough experience. She tells us her story on the meaning behind her passion for human rights, and how she used her personal experience to help others. From an insecure little girl, to a proud black woman, who became the first to organize a BLM protest in her hometown, lead director of the rise bridge project, spokesperson for the Ottawa black diaspora coalition and all this while studying at the university of Ottawa, she leaves us on one note. "Wear the hairstyle even if you're scared to wear it... " Listen to learn more about her incredible story.
Pushed and motivated by their 10th grade history teacher, Tiana, Lydia, and Sara, took the decision to tackle an issue they were very passionate about. All of them having went through or knowing someone who has gone through gender inequality, they decided to create Mission Ambition. They talk to us about their struggle while putting together this incredible organization, as well as all the happiness and joy they gained from it. They leave us on one note: "Stand up... be able to speak your voice... " Listen to learn more about their incredible story.
Fueled by the will to serve the people around him, Angelo tell us his inspiring story. Always curious and trying to find ways to better himself, he takes us through his life's journey as a young entrepreneur. Him and two of his friends, Josué Kenge and Moise Kenge, founded Zesto, a jewelry company that gives back with every purchase. At the age of only 16, Angelo speaks of his trials and tribulations that have made him the bright young man he is today. He leaves us on one note. "Discipline is the most important thing... " Listen to learn more about his caring personality and story.
Programmer at a very young age, master of the art of game making, and entrepreneur, Stephen Rioux explain to us how he combined all these things to make something he is truly proud of. He takes us through the meaning of his work and where he sees himself in a few years from now. He is constantly trying to find ways to better himself which is why STEPHCRAFT, his company, is constantly growing. Success at a young age, is what awaits Stephen Rioux. He leaves us on one note. "Make things you like... " Listen to learn more about his intriguing story!
Fueled by the passion to portray Africa, his home turf, as the beautiful place it is, Jonathan started his business. Whether it's the people or the incredible land, Jonathan was dedicated to show the world how Africa really was. How did he do this? Through his brand NEGUS. Jonathan tell us his inspiring story of how this idea came to him after a trip back home. Inspired by his mom's work ethic, he explains to us the in and outs of his rapidly growing company. He leaves us on one note. "Don't delay gratification... " Listen to learn more about his amazing personality and story.
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