Michinori: Journey of life
This podcast, Michinori, explores how individuals have ended up doing what they do and the journey behind it. We will explore the passion/motivation behind each person’s story and explore whether this was something they had always planned to do or if it was something that they found along their voyage in life.
For youths and young entrepreneurs to find out how one can achieve the jobs they want or learn about the challenges they may face pursuing their dreams.
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Episode 1: Yamiley (Photographer)
Yamiley Cyprien is a portrait/branding photographer based in Ottawa, Ontario. She has worked with both individuals and businesses to capture their essence. Currently, she is also managing an event space called the Urban Centre and shoots concert/ event photography as well. To learn more about her works, visit her at @byyamiley on Instagram and Facebook.
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Find out how she begun her photography journey and the experiences she gained over the years in this episode.
Episode Music Credits:
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Follow your heart
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/atm/follow-your-heart
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Picture Frames
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Soft style
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Peach Fizz
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Bees in the garden
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/moire/bees-in-the-garden
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Episode 2: Joanne (Entrepreneur | Holistic Mental Health Support Services)
As a knowledgeable and ambitious Child and Youth Care Practitioner, Joanne uses her expertise to build individualised and meaningful therapeutic programs for all of her clients. Her talents include corny knock knock jokes, knowing too much about Pokémon, and dancing like nobody is watching(no matter how many children call her ‘cringe’ for it) She aims to empower her clients to leave their comfort zones, try new things, and feel safe and comfortable in group therapeutic settings.
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To learn more about her or her businesses, visit her at @_jo.glow_ OR @limitless_youth_ottawa on Instagram and Facebook
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Find out how she began her journey as an entrepreneur and holistic mental health service provider in this episode.
Episode Music Credits:
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Follow your heart
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/atm/follow-your-heart
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Falling
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/zayner/falling
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Slow Wave
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Moonshine
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/moonshine
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Trendsetter
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter
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Episode 3: Marina (Interior Design | Entrepreneur)
Marina Matheson is the owner and designer of Copper Home Design. She has a diploma in interior design from the interior design institute.
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Marina has always had a passion for interior design and decor and believes that a space can have a great impact on your life. She strongly believes that your atmosphere and environment can contribute to your mood, productivity and outlook on your day to day life. That’s why she loves to help clients create a space curated to their style and needs to achieve their space's optimal potential.
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To learn more about her or her businesses, follow @copperhomedesign on Instagram and Pinterest
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Listen to how Marina has embarked on her entrepreneurial journey in this week’s episode of Michinori - coming out August 10th, 2023.
Episode Music Credits:
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Follow your heart
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/atm/follow-your-heart
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Blossoming
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Let Good Times Roll
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/let-good-times-roll
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Clear Sky
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Juicy
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/juicy
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Episode 4: Jon (Twitch Streamer)
Jon is a twitch streamer who goes by the streamer name, 'Gangistirr'. A Lebanese Canadian with a mysterious resemblance to DJ Khaled (we can't confirm or deny any connections), he's been immersed in the world of games since forever.
Listen to his journey as he explores how he first started streaming on twitch and how through twitch, he found a community of friendly and like-minded individuals.
Episode Music Credits:
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Follow your heart
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/atm/follow-your-heart
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Into The Red
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/trinity/into-the-red
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Game Over
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/game-over
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Fuzz Buzz
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Action Replay
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Safari
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Episode 5: Davaun Francis (Musician)
Davaun is a passionate musician, deeply devoted to family and community.
Hailing from Ajax, ON, he grew up in circumstances often overlooked by society, where he faced adversity, poverty, and discrimination. Despite these challenges, his upbringing also provided him with invaluable support, freedom to explore, a love for music, and a strong sense of identity.
Drawing from a wealth of life experience, Davaun now pursues his musical aspirations with a purpose—to empower overlooked youth. Through his compelling stories, he aims to guide them toward a brighter path to success.
Listen to his journey in this episode.
Episode Music Credits:
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Follow your heart
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/atm/follow-your-heart
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Instrumentals from Davaun Francis
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Episode 6: Alex Hobby (Podcaster)
Alex is a dynamic podcaster with an insatiable curiosity for the world's diverse hobbies.
As the host of a popular podcast, he engages with individuals from across the globe, providing a platform for them to share their unique passions.
Beyond the microphone, Alex is also an aspiring board game designer, delving into the realm of game creation for the very first time, blending his love for storytelling and creativity to craft captivating gaming experiences.
Listen to his journey in this episode.
Episode Music Credits:
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Follow your heart
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/atm/follow-your-heart
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Off the wall
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Smoothies
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Breezy
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Beam
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Mellow Bop
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/mellow-bop
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Episode 6: Alex Okuda-Rayfuse (Community Work)
Alex is a yonsei on his mother’s side. The son of former Ottawa Japanese Community Association (OJCA) president Sachiko Okuda, and grandson of NJCCA founding member Hiroshi Okuda, Alex grew up as an active member of the Ottawa Japanese community.
Alex studied at Queen’s University in Kingston, where he earned a BA (Hons) in History with a minor in Philosophy. Upon his return to Ottawa, Alex helped plan social activities for the 2017 NAJC Annual General Meeting and Conference. The experience of interacting with Nikkei leaders from other provinces and territories led him to join the board of the OJCA and the NAJC Young Leaders Committee (YLC).
With the OJCA, Alex has served as the lead organizer of the OJCA-Ottawa Japanese Cultural Centre (OJCC) Mochitsuki and is the editor of the Ottawa Japanese Activities Guide. With the YLC, Alex has helped oversee the Young Leaders Fund grant program and plan various events and initiatives to engage and connect young Nikkei from across Canada.
Alex currently works for Elections Canada, coordinating planning activities and supporting election administrators across the country. In his free time, he enjoys playing hockey, soccer, and various creative pursuits.
Alex is proud to continue a family tradition of community involvement. He looks forward to engaging with young Nikkei from across Canada, and working to share, honour and preserve the stories and legacies of the Japanese Canadian community.
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Listen to his journey in this episode.
Episode Music Credits:
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Follow your heart
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/atm/follow-your-heart
License code: 17T6APKM6FN3S53S -
Tokyo Nights
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/tokyo-nights
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Alone In Kyoto
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/alone-in-kyoto
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Harmony
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Sapporo
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Lotus Tea
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/avbe/lotus-tea
License code: 3KEXBLVBIQFMBWL6
