interview
Interviews with lovers, fighters and the various professionals who deal with our dysfunction.
Why Can’t We Get It Together? Dr. Umar Johnson on the Crisis of Black Love
Picture this: It’s a chilly January evening, the kind where you’re curled up with a hot drink, scrolling through YouTube, and you stumble across a conversation that stops you in your tracks. That’s what happened when I tuned into Hardly Initiated’s MLK Eve episode, featuring none other than Dr. Umar Johnson. You know, the kind of voice that makes you lean in, put your phone down, and really listen? Yeah, that’s the one.
By KWAO LEARNER WINFRED5 months ago in Humans
Mentorship Made Me Better: How Editorial Feedback Sharpened My Voice
When I first joined Urban Era Marketing as a writer, I thought I knew my voice. I was confident that if I researched thoroughly, structured carefully, and delivered on time, my drafts would be enough. What I didn’t realize was that author mentorship would become the key to unlocking the kind of writing that doesn’t just inform, but resonates.
By Leigh Cala-or5 months ago in Humans
A Complete Guide to Living a Balanced and Healthy Life
What Is Health? Health is more than just the absence of illness; it is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being. The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes that good health allows individuals to live productive, fulfilling lives. It impacts every aspect of our daily existence—from energy levels and mood to productivity and longevity. In today’s fast-paced world, taking care of your health has become more important than ever.
By salamguide6 months ago in Humans
Heroes Don’t Always Wear Badges
Heroes Don’t Always Wear Badges “Sometimes courage comes on two wheels, and kindness wears leather.” The rain pounded against the neon sign of Rust & Chrome, a biker bar tucked into the edge of town, the kind of place parents warned their children about. Inside, the air was thick with smoke, the clink of beer bottles, and the low growl of motorcycles idling outside. Men with tattoos, leather jackets, and faces hardened by life filled the bar, laughing, arguing, and daring one another to drink shots faster than their stomachs could handle.
By waseem khan6 months ago in Humans
Zulekha’s Choice: When Healing Becomes a Transaction
Zulekha had always been a woman of quiet dignity. At 56, she carried herself with grace — a widow living alone in a two-room home in Lahore, supported only by a small government pension and the occasional kindness of neighbors. Her husband had passed away a decade earlier, and her two sons had moved abroad, caught up in their own lives.
By Shehzad Anjum6 months ago in Humans
House With Its Own Garden View
In our previous episodes, we often highlight that most terrace houses do not enjoy the luxury of having scenic views with their own gardens. In today’s episode, we are going to explore a home in a quiet and mature neighbourhood in Damansara, where an architect’s creative solution created an inverted home. Choosing instead to look inward, holding its family close to nature in its own private garden. Ladies and gentlemen, let us present to you the Introverted House.
By Design Seed6 months ago in Humans
How to Use Employer Reviews to Improve Recruitment
In today’s digital world, employer branding has become as crucial as consumer branding. Just as customers read product reviews before making a purchase, job seekers thoroughly examine employer reviews before deciding to apply for a job or accept an offer. Platforms like Glassdoor, Indeed, and social media channels have given employees the power to share candid feedback about their workplace experiences, culture, and leadership. For companies, these reviews offer more than just a reflection of reputation they present a powerful opportunity to improve recruitment outcomes.
By Moon Recruit6 months ago in Humans
The Science of Human Connection: Dr. Robin Hills on Leading the Global Emotional Intelligence Revolution
As artificial intelligence and automation reshape the workplace landscape at unprecedented speed, one fundamental truth has become increasingly clear: the uniquely human qualities of emotional intelligence cannot be replicated by algorithms. Dr. Robin Hills, the globally recognized expert leading Ei4Change, has positioned his organization at the forefront of this realization, recently earning the title of Best Emotional Intelligence Coaching and Training Enterprise 2025 at the Corporate America Today Annual Awards.
By Oliver Jones Jr.6 months ago in Humans
