Cousin Connection Pod

Latest Episodes:

Living in the Metaverse Nov 11, 2021

Show notes

This week we spoke about so many different topics ranging from Daylight Savings causing alleged health risks, Facebook's name change and how it will influence the rise of VR in our day to day lives. We also talked about the unfortunate tragedy at the musical festival during Travis Scott's performance and how our lack of empathy has reached new extremes. We later discussed the rise in "internet shaykhs", cancel culture within the Islamic community and how important it is to make sure you are acquiring your religious knowledge from trustworthy sources and not just on a random website.

Thank you so much for stopping by and listening! If you like what you hear, follow our page for more episodes uploaded every THURSDAY!

https://www.instagram.com/cousinconnectionpod/

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Spotlight Series: Aysha Harun Nov 04, 2021

Show notes

In this week's episode, we are finally giving y’all what you’ve been waiting/asking for….

The one, the only *drum roll* AYSHA HARUN!!!

She joined us in the studio and we spoke a lot about her start with YouTube, her transition onto the other social media apps as a content creator and what we can expect from her in the future.

Thank you so much for stopping by and listening! If you like what you hear, follow our page for more episodes uploaded every THURSDAY!

https://www.instagram.com/cousinconnectionpod/

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sad Girl Fall Oct 28, 2021

Show notes

This week we decided to slow down the vibe and get a bit more vulnerable (more than we already have). We discussed how we found ourselves during our healing process, unlearning toxic habits, how to give yourself grace and allow yourself to make mistakes along the way, and how Adele's new song has taken on a bigger meaning to Millennials.

Thank you so much for stopping by and listening! If you like what you hear, follow our page for more episodes uploaded every THURSDAY!

@cousinconnectionpod

@amirwastaken

@alisara__

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I'm Thinking of Leaving Oct 21, 2021

Show notes

In this week's episode, we talked about whether it was time for Amir to move out of his parents' house now that he's approaching 30 and how he has developed habits that has taught him independence while still living with his parents. We also discussed different business economic models and how it impacts the overall success of a company. Later, we talked about the different TV shows and movies that made us cry (especially Amir). We ended this episode off with Amir breaking down Avengers: End Game to Sara and....let's just say, he was pretty disappointed lol.

Thank you so much for stopping by and listening! If you like what you hear, follow our page for more episodes uploaded every THURSDAY!

@cousinconnectionpod

@amirwastaken

@alisara__

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Pursuit of Happiness Oct 14, 2021

Show notes

In this week's episode, we covered a number of different topics but our focus this week was as the title of this video states: the pursuit of happiness. We discussed what it means to be happy now in your current situation and not chasing your happiness at the next destination in your life. We related it to personal situations and how our religion also teaches us to be grateful and content with what we have.

Thank you so much for stopping by and listening!

If you like what you hear, follow our page for more episodes uploaded every THURSDAY!

@cousinconnectionpod

@amirwastaken

@alisara__

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

ZARA Ain't For Sara Oct 07, 2021

Show notes

In this week's episode, we talk about every Canadian's worst nightmare: having a rough Winter. Every year as soon as the weather starts to cool down, the reports and warnings start swirling around to prepare Canadians for "the WORST winter Canada has ever experienced" sending us all into a frenzy...and somehow we're always surprised by the news and the amount of snow we end up getting.

We discussed the difference between Asian/Latin and American TV shows and movies that are on the rise to popularity (mostly thanks to Netflix).

We also talk about Sara's struggles with weight gain during the pandemic and how that has impacted her mindset on her self-worth and shopping experience. Are any of y'all going through this? We want to hear your thoughts on how you've dealt with the changes to your body or how you managed to overcome feeling down about yourself. And if you haven't reach out to us and we'd love to share any advice from our experiences!

Thank you so much for stopping by and listening!

If you like what you hear, follow our page for more episodes uploaded every THURSDAY!

@cousinconnectionpod

@amirwastaken

@alisara__

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Ultimate Cringy Moments Sep 30, 2021

Show notes

In this week's episode, Amir made us relive our not-so-finer moments in life, those anxiety inducing, keep you up at night type of moments. We had a good laugh remember these times but trust me...I think we both have a little bit of PTSD lol. We hope you enjoy our stories and if you have some of your own...don't be shy, tell us 👀

If you like what you hear, follow our page for more episodes uploaded every THURSDAY!

@cousinconnectionpod

@amirwastaken

@alisara__

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Spotlight Series: MK Sep 23, 2021

Show notes

In this week's episode, we are starting a new series called the Spotlight Series where we invite guests of various backgrounds and shine a spotlight on their accomplishments, their backgrounds and upcoming endeavours. To kickstart the first episode in this series, we were joined by a special guest, Mohamed Osman AKA MK! As one half of the Imbalanced Podcast - MK shares his story of how he uprooted his life from Melbourne and moved to Toronto and spoke about his past and future projects.

If you like what you hear, follow our page for more episodes uploaded every THURSDAY!

@cousinconnectionpod

@imbalancedpod

@blakbeauty90

@amirwastaken

@alisara__

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

You Know You're Habesha When... Sep 16, 2021

Show notes

In this week's episode of the Cousin Connection Podcast, we addressed the difference between Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence as a continuation of our discussion from Episode 19 - Self Doubt (ps. if you haven't listened to that episode yet, go check it out!). We then went on to talk about some of the experiences we've had as first generation Harari-Canadians which I'm sure aren't so unique to us -- we have quickly realized that a lot of us have had similar, if not EXACT experiences.

If you like what you hear, follow our page for more episodes uploaded every THURSDAY!

@cousinconnectionpod

@amirwastaken

@alisara__

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Certified Awkward Boy Sep 09, 2021

Show notes

In this week's episode, we have finally transitioned to YouTube!! We went over a bunch of different topics including "gym-bro behaviour", when it's time to let go of a book without finishing it, Sara recalls her traumatizing ski trip and Amir's first YouTube video titled "Ski Trip and Fall" LOL. We also discussed our experiences with seasonal depression and how we have tried to combat it over the years, seeing someone you know after a very long time and whether we say hi first or avoid them like the plague (you can take a wild guess of which one we chose). We also went through some questions that we suggested by one of our wonderful listeners. Check out our YouTube Channel - Cousin Connection Podcast and subscribe to our channel!

Thank you so much for listening!

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy