Hey All!

As we head towards the end of the year, we’d like to reflect on some of the themes we have covered thus far: hope, love, unity, and charity. Through the past few episodes of season 2, we’ve been lucky to learn from experts in various fields. But despite the differences, these themes have been consistent with everyone. We all try our best to carry these lessons with us throughout our life.

We’re so proud of the “world” we’ve been able to create within our podcast, blogs, and YouTube channel. The Umuco community has been gracious and welcoming to anyone who hopes to accomplish their goals and realize their own greatness. We thank everyone for the love and support!

Last week we were able to speak with Arin DeGroff, one of the leaders of We The Movement LA, a social activist group based in Los Angeles focused on positive policy change, and changing any negative narratives surrounding young black people America. She talked about her devotion to change and creating awareness around the societal norms of young black people in the US. Listening to her speak highlighted the strength we all have in all of us, young and old to become leaders in our own communities.

We also spoke a lot about our own “bags of tools”, or the tools we use to navigate through life. Of course, it is essential to continually refine our tool bag to equip ourselves best for whatever life throws at us, and Arin is one of many young leaders sharing this message!

Next week we’re excited to introduce George Karpasitis. Quite literally a music genius, George blends his identity as a Cyprian immigrant and his love of music to share parts of humanity that are seldom seen. George played three songs with three different instruments to show his range of skills and his broad stroke of expression. There, we learned that we all “speak” differently. Our truth comes out in our strengths. That’s where the magic lies. 

We believe that we all have something to offer to the world, but we as humans frequently struggle with finding the most effective method in expressing our unique gifts. George embodies expression in a special way, and he shows that, if given the right tools, anybody can find their “voice”. 

Stay tuned!