The Playground

Welcome to the next episode of All Things Bright! This episode's guest is Farooq Abbasi—an entrepreneur who helps budding start-ups grow. In this interview, Alif and Ayat explore what inspired their guest to start his own business, what motivates him to keep going, and what challenges he overcame on his entrepreneurial journey. What's more, jointly with Farooq Abbasi, your hosts dive into the topic of role models and the im...

Join us in this inspiring episode as we sit down with Diya Shaw, a 17-year-old changemaker and the visionary behind StemConnect, an online platform dedicated to empowering women in STEM. Diya shares her journey in creating this dynamic resource hub, which connects women to scholarships, internships, grants, and groundbreaking research opportunities. From fostering a supportive community to staying ahead in the ever-evolving STEM la...

In this heartwarming episode of The Playground, we sit down with 16-year-old Muhammad Dadabai, the inspiring founder of Charity Connect BH, a website dedicated to raising awareness for charities in Bahrain. Muhammad shares his journey, the challenges of balancing school with his passion project, and the touching stories that kept him motivated. From organizing events for orphans to writing a research paper on charitable donations, ...

In this episode, we sit down with Isha Kaur, a determined and adaptable young woman who shares her journey of navigating the complexities of college applications and shifting project goals. Isha opens up about the challenges of making decisions in a world full of options, the valuable lessons learned from unfinished projects, and the triumph of believing in herself despite external doubts. Tune in to hear Isha's inspiring story of ...

The concept of 'sooteliers' emerged during a study break when I was looking for a platform to showcase my concealed artworks. Seeing friends curious about my creations, I created 'sooteliers'—a mix of "atelier," representing an artist's studio, and my nickname "misoo" (or soo) - which I came up with for a video game account and that my friends started eventually calling me by.
Now, sooteliers is a collection of all my little pieces...

In this episode, Eva talks about the story of her first-ever backpacking adventure at a NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School) course in the Pacific Northwest. She shared the highs and lows of her journey, from the nerve-wracking application process to the awkwardness when meeting her fellow coursemates. Experience the thrill of their first experiences in the forest, the guidance of their instructors, and the essential survival ...

We know moving to a different country can be difficult and everyone needs help with adjusting to a new place. Aki, Celine, and Ryoko will share their experiences living in various countries and studying in international schools worldwide. 

It can feel hard sometimes, but if you are willing to adjust, and learn from friends and other cultures, you will gain a lot of new friends, and experiences, and it will build you as a person....

The NHS is the UK's National Health Service, established in 1948, and in this episode, we talk about issues NHS faces: low pay, inadequate resources, and staff strikes. Nurses feel burnt out and unsupported, with a lack of resources to provide adequate care and while the rest of medical staff demand better compensation for their long hours and heavy workloads, the government faces challenges in increasing NHS funding without raisi...

 Rysa analyzes the most important aspects and practical details of true crime, sensationalized by the media. The investigation doesn't stop even after the case is closed, and this case is very odd.

When an entire family is found hanging from the ceiling of their quaint home in Burari, Delhi, it seems as they agreed to a mass suicide. But as the investigation progresses... Some secrets are uncovered, and this theory is challenged. 

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Theater can open many doors - to the worlds inside of you and outside of you.

Dhiya Aiyer is a theatrical student who loves being on stage. Her life was transformed on stage during her first play when she realized her social anxiety was gone and her true self appeared. 

The liberation on stage is the essence of Dhiya’s life and the freedom she feels while creating using drama is helping her discover more deeper levels of herself and ...

In this episode, we are learning about a new culture and traditions. Our guest Izmer from Malaysia who now lives in Cambodia talks about his experiences with fasting during Ramadan. Fasting is practiced in the Muslim world, in which they do not eat until sunset. Fasting builds gratitude and humility with people, and empathy for those who don’t have food to eat. After 4 weeks, Muslims celebrate Eid in mosques and with their families...

Mark is interviewing authors of Animarathon - a radio station in Jakarta featuring a growing selection of ani songs and nurturing anime culture. Today we will hear all about the passions of anime lovers - crushes, nice characters, and why fans are collecting figurines. Hear all about the three distinct types of anime enthusiasts and the emotional side of anime that may bring a tear or two and how Animarathon started their cool jour...

Entrepreneurship is a really cool vehicle to figure out who you are. It can help you understand what kind of mindset you have, how you tackle problems, and how you react differently to different situations.

Devi Shany shares her journey of founding Ascend Now and changing the educational systems. Tune in to hear what are the obstacles she faced, what motivates her to keep going, what changes she wants to see for the women of the...