June

“Your vulnerability is such a strength. I think we fear our vulnerability sometimes… But the truth is, we’re all human, and there is such a brilliant strength in that.” Lori

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Lori “Sas” Sase as they break down the barriers between host and coach in real-time. Experience a raw conversation about balancing business systems with authentic self-expression and rediscovering your unique “ridiculousness.”

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction to Outliers Edge

2:08 – Lori “Sas” Sase introduces herself

4:31 – Explaining the unique format

8:30 – Taking a collective breath

9:17 – Beginning the coaching session

10:10 – Niiamah discusses business evolution

13:57 – Exploring the mission statement

17:02 – Examining the misalignment feeling

19:50 – Discussing aspects of hiding

24:18 – Reflection of conversation points

29:29 – Exploring younger self experiences

34:15 – Strategies of younger selves

36:43 – Connecting with past identity

40:06 – Context of disallowed play

44:12 – Defining “ridiculousness” today

52:35 – Acknowledging and breathing in

57:03 – Aliveness in ridiculousness

58:41 – Lori “Sas” Sase’s contact information

1:01:05 – Closing and sharing request

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“Your identity cannot be hinged on things that are able to change with the times and seasons.” – Temitope Ayanyemi

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Temitope Ayanyemi @ayanpella as they explore the journey from hiding behind insecurities to becoming a confident leader. Discover how Temitope used research, community support, and personal development to build her self-worth and create a platform to help others do the same.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction to guest

0:23 – Guest expresses gratitude

0:46 – Guest introduces herself

1:00 – Struggled with body image

2:00 – Couldn’t step out alone

3:00 – Host acknowledges guest’s journey

4:33 – Defining “stepping out”

5:54 – Goals after stepping out

6:16 – Previously worked behind scenes

7:00 – Embarrassment is entry cost

8:00 – Taking bet on herself

9:04 – Host appreciates guest’s journey

11:41 – Identity is very important

13:00 – Beauty standards keep changing

15:00 – Core identity vs circumstance

17:00 – Dealing with imposter syndrome

19:39 – Host invites deeper reflection

21:55 – What changed personally

22:58 – Depression to hope journey

24:00 – Finding role models online

26:00 – Gradual mindset transformation

28:56 – Host summarizes key learnings

31:00 – Growth is ongoing journey

33:55 – Where to find guest

35:26 – Guest’s takeaways from interview

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“The magical thing that happens when you sell everything is that the more you sell, the more free and light you feel.” – Nancy Florence

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Nancy Florence for a raw conversation about how death became the catalyst for creating a freedom-focused life as digital nomads. Nancy shares both the liberation and challenges of world-schooling her children across multiple countries while running her coaching business and redefining what stability truly means.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction to podcast

1:16 – Nancy welcomes listeners

1:21 – Niiamah explains episode purpose

2:56 – Following inspired actions

3:31 – Nancy introduces herself

3:48 – Nancy’s current lifestyle

4:28 – Digital nomad beginnings

5:22 – Creating the freedom plan

7:59 – Compressing timeline discussion

8:37 – Two years of travel

10:14 – Catalyst for change

11:05 – Three-month transition period

12:23 – Gestation period explained

17:44 – Kids’ transition discussion

20:26 – Not initially considering nomadism

21:15 – Death as catalyst

22:29 – Creating from loss

24:07 – One-way tickets purchased

25:55 – Freedom from possessions

26:42 – Life in one backpack

27:53 – Clearing house metaphor

29:11 – Leaving friends discussion

30:44 – Already being different

32:16 – Identifying as outlier

32:44 – Parenting while traveling

34:08 – Financial fears addressed

40:41 – Different life experiences

44:08 – Nancy offers help

44:32 – Insight from conversation

45:22 – Closing thoughts

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“All of us have the opportunity to always choose differently. It’s the choices that we make that brings us in life to where we are right now.” – Marianita Santiago

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Marianita Santiago as they explore the game of life and making intentional choices. Discover how Marianita transformed her personal struggles with mental health into a platform for helping others through comedy and speaking.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction of Marianita

0:39 – Marianita introduces herself

1:14 – Playing the game of life

2:53 – Finding Marianita on Instagram

3:57 – Career shift journey

5:14 – Dreams in a box

6:53 – Comedy journey begins

8:57 – Impact through comedy

10:31 – The long game path

14:33 – Deep personal revelations

17:39 – Juggling multiple roles

20:24 – Chasing big dreams

22:55 – Age doesn’t limit dreams

25:49 – Death is the only limit

28:38 – Choosing differently exercise

33:45 – Using struggles to advance

36:00 – Final message

37:10 – Connect with Marianita

38:35 – Marianita’s personal insight

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“Originality is not just in the way you succeed. It’s also in the way that you fail.” – Steve Cauthren

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong), Steve Cauthren, and Sophie Daniels for a vulnerable conversation about restarting creative projects after extended breaks. The trio discusses how to overcome the mental barriers of feeling like a fraud, the paralysis of perfectionism, and the power of simply showing up authentically.

Timestamps:

0:00 Introductions

0:35 Steve introduces himself

1:29 Sophie Daniels introduces herself

2:13 Discussion on podcast breaks

4:16 Steve shares podcasting journey

6:51 Dealing with creative blocks

9:25 Getting past mental blockages

11:55 Sharing vulnerability helps others

16:24 Just do it anyway

18:39 Sophie Daniels on first episodes

20:01 Handling outdated content fears

22:54 Editing vs raw conversations

25:12 Natural content connects better

25:58 Being authentically yourself

29:57 Finding your own format

33:11 Originality in failure too

37:46 Final thoughts and gratitude

39:13 Sophie Daniels’s contact information

40:32 Steve’s contact information

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“Who are you before the world told you who you should be?” – Gordon Faulkner

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Gordon Faulkner @gordfaulkner for insights on creating personal growth strategies that liberate unconventional entrepreneurs from self-sabotage. Gordon shares his journey from caregiver burnout to becoming a sought-after coach for CEOs through embracing his authentic leadership style.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Podcast introduction

0:46 – Gordon’s current work

1:03 – Gordon’s happy path

2:26 – Two businesses explained

3:51 – Two years ago situation

5:52 – Transformational beach exercise

7:31 – Identity circles explained

9:43 – Business transformation journey

11:04 – Zero money situation

12:11 – Morning intention walks

14:07 – Helping successful people

16:44 – Client success stories

18:21 – Word-of-mouth referrals

19:49 – Psychiatrist endorsement impact

21:33 – Creating immediate experiences

23:41 – Current business challenges

25:56 – Courage to delegate

28:28 – AB reaction theory

31:24 – Powerful language patterns

33:13 – Three-part permission exercise

38:07 – Closing and contact info

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