Episode #10 - A Tale of Optimism: The Inspiring Journey of Souley Oumarou, from Niger to New York and Beyond...

Have you ever wondered how a boy from a tiny village in Niger, with no electricity or running water, could transform into a tax-reclaim specialist and then a filmmaker in America? Join us as we chat with Souley Oumarou, exploring his fascinating life journey - a narrative of resilience, continuous learning, and personal growth. We touch upon our shared experiences of childhood, the magic of Sunday cartoons, and how a single TV channel can shape a life; to the extent where a kid from Niger, looking forward to French cartoons on Sunday evenings, eventually finds himself in New York City.

Souley's journey wasn't just a physical transition from Niger to America, it was a journey of intellectual exploration and self-discovery. Listen in as Souley shares how music became his English teacher, and how his curiosity led him to connect with students at Boston University, paving the stepping stones for his education in the city that never sleeps. Excitingly, we'll explore Souley's drastic transition from Wall Street accounting to the world of filmmaking, and how a chance encounter at a Trinidadian restaurant intertwined our paths.

We wrap up our conversation by delving into the concept of change and personal growth. Souley and I reflect on how change is not a synonym for failure, but rather a crucial part of our life journey. You'll learn from Souley’s current mission of helping others tell their stories while sharing his own journey. We touch upon his motivation to leave a legacy, stress coping mechanisms, and his longing to give back to his community. Buckle up as we navigate the complexities of raising a child in Qatar while being based in the US, and the richness that such a global life brings. Join us for a conversation that is as diverse and rich as the tapestry of life itself.