The Human Side Podcast

The Human Side Podcast uncovers raw, unfiltered stories of resilience and transformation. Through honest conversations with those who have faced adversity and come out stronger, each episode offers a new way to see the world.

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YouTube Video UExSRU5ndU9KR1c2NGtia1BvZVVTZGg3ZUlRR0t6VDZuNi45NDk1REZENzhEMzU5MDQz Growing up between Chester and Ithaca shaped everything Sheena Solomon thought she knew about identity, community, and opportunity. In this conversation, she opens up about teenage motherhood, raising her children, and what it means to break cycles without losing yourself in the process. It’s not about perfection. It’s about persistence, perspective, and purpose. Business Inquiries: contact@solonquinnstudios.com Video produced by Solon Quinn Studios Visit us on the web: https://www.solonquinnstudios.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SolonQuinnStudios/ Get a behind the scenes look: https://www.instagram.com/solonquinnstudios/
Sheena Solomon | Motherhood, Parenting & Redefining Success | The Human Side Podcast #09
April 13, 2026 10:42 am
Growing up between Chester and Ithaca shaped everything Sheena Solomon thought she knew about identity, community, and opportunity. In this conversation, she opens up about teenage motherhood, raising her children, and what it means to break cycles without losing yourself in the process. It’s not about perfection. It’s about persistence, perspective, and purpose. Business Inquiries: contact@solonquinnstudios.com Video produced by Solon Quinn Studios Visit us on the web: https://www.solonquinnstudios.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SolonQuinnStudios/ Get a behind the scenes look: https://www.instagram.com/solonquinnstudios/ 1:23:12
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Sheena Solomon | Motherhood, Parenting & Redefining Success | The Human Side Podcast #09

Solon Quinn Studios April 13, 2026 10:42 am

Strength isn’t the absence of emotion. It’s the courage to feel. In this episode of The Human Side Podcast, we sit down with Rydell for a deeply honest conversation about faith, loss, and the emotional expectations placed on young men. From a young age, many men are taught that strength means silence — that emotions should be hidden, suppressed, or ignored. But the truth is, emotional honesty isn’t weakness. It’s humanity. We talk about what happens when men grow up believing they have to carry everything alone, and why opening up about pain, grief, fear, and faith can be one of the most powerful things someone can do. Business Inquiries: contact@solonquinnstudios.com Video produced by Solon Quinn Studios Visit us on the web: https://www.solonquinnstudios.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SolonQuinnStudios/ Get a behind the scenes look: https://www.instagram.com/solonquinnstudios/ 1:12:44
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Ryedell | Faith, Loss, and Emotional Honesty | The Human Side Podcast #08

Solon Quinn Studios March 13, 2026 12:04 am

Before she was Deputy Mayor, Sharon Owens was an athlete, a mom, and a young woman trying to find her place in Syracuse. Today, she’s one of the city’s most visible leaders, carrying both the expectations and criticisms that come with it. She sat down with us to share her journey, the lessons sports taught her, and the importance of protecting your mental health in public life. This isn’t politics; it’s the human side of leadership. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. #TheHumanSidePodcast #SolonQuinnStudios Business Inquiries: contact@solonquinnstudios.com Video produced by Solon Quinn Studios Visit us on the web: https://www.solonquinnstudios.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SolonQuinnStudios/ Get a behind the scenes look: https://www.instagram.com/solonquinnstudios/ 1:19:14
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Sharon Owens | Leadership Beyond the Title | The Human Side Podcast #07

Solon Quinn Studios September 29, 2025 10:25 pm

On June 24th, Shynirra Thomas lost her 15-year-old brother to gun violence in Syracuse, New York. In this conversation, she opens up about her grief, her anger, and the deep desire to create something better for her children and her community. This episode is not about answers—it’s about being heard. It’s about what it means to carry loss and still show up. It’s about stopping a cycle before it takes someone else. This is Shynirra’s voice. And it matters. #SolonQuinnStudios #TheHumanSidePodcast #podcast Business Inquiries: contact@solonquinnstudios.com Video produced by Solon Quinn Studios Visit us on the web: https://www.solonquinnstudios.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SolonQuinnStudios/ Get a behind the scenes look: https://www.instagram.com/solonquinnstudios/ 1:14:30
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Shynirra Thomas | The Power of Speaking Up | The Human Side Podcast #06

Solon Quinn Studios August 12, 2025 4:06 pm

Not every story begins in safety. In this powerful episode of The Human Side, we sit down with Dr. Emad Rahim—author, educator, and genocide survivor. Born in a Cambodian concentration camp, Emad’s earliest memories are marked by trauma, displacement, and violence. But this is not where his story ends. With raw honesty and deep insight, Emad shares how he transformed pain into purpose, using education as a tool to rebuild his life and inspire others. From refugee camps to university lecture halls, his journey is a profound reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the power of second chances. This episode explores trauma, healing, and the ability to break generational cycles to build something lasting. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or watch the full conversation on YouTube. Business Inquiries: contact@solonquinnstudios.com Video produced by Solon Quinn Studios Visit us on the web: https://www.solonquinnstudios.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SolonQuinnStudios/ Get a behind the scenes look: https://www.instagram.com/solonquinnstudios/ 1:46:50
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Emad Rahim | From Genocide to Hope | The Human Side Podcast #05

Solon Quinn Studios July 29, 2025 3:47 pm

Some losses change everything. They shift the way you see the world, the way you move through life, and the way you carry love. In this deeply moving episode of The Human Side Podcast, we sit down with Sade, a woman navigating life after the tragic loss of her husband, Daquan. To many, he was just a statistic—but to Sade, he was a protector, a provider, and a powerful presence whose impact still echoes. We dive deep into: 🔹 Grieving the loss of a partner to street violence 🔹 The emotional weight of love, memory, and survival 🔹 How pain can reveal purpose and clarity 🔹 Honoring legacy through strength and storytelling Sade speaks with raw honesty about grief, resilience, and what it means to keep going when the person you love is gone. This is not just a story about loss—it’s a story about love that endures. 📌 Subscribe for more stories that explore the human experience. 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments—we want to hear from you. 🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. #TheHumanSidePodcast #GriefAndHealing #LegacyOfLove #StreetViolenceAwareness #Resilience #InspiringStories Business Inquiries: contact@solonquinnstudios.com Video produced by Solon Quinn Studios Visit us on the web: https://www.solonquinnstudios.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SolonQuinnStudios/ Get a behind the scenes look: https://www.instagram.com/solonquinnstudios/ 1:3:08
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Sade | Grief, Love, and His Lasting Legacy | The Human Side Podcast #04

Solon Quinn Studios May 16, 2025 7:02 pm

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