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What’s the secret to lasting friendships? How does queer community show up through the ebbs and flows of life? And what’s the REAL story behind the “YMCA” song? In the first episode of Silver Linings, The Old Gays dive into an essential part of queer life: chosen family. They discuss the vital love, support, and sense of belonging that community provides, especially during life's toughest moments. They open up about what “queer” means to them, how chosen family has impacted their lives, and how to maintain close bonds over time–including their love for each other! “We’ve come a long way, baby.” Family isn’t just what you’re born with; it’s the people who show up, shape you, and stick around. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Bengali Boost is a hub for artists. We want to see more Bengalis make great stuff. Through conversations with artists you'll get to hear their stories, successes and challenges as well as their best tips and favourite tools so that you can use them in your own life and career.

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Growing a Creative Business with Clay Art during a Pandemic | Ms.Claze 52:30

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In just over 6 months during a pandemic, Maisha learned how to make clay earrings, started a handmade business called Ms.Claze which now brings joy to people all over the world. Is she just gifted or is there something more? Maisha always knew she was a creative. She delved in all kinds of crafts like paper-crafting and painting. Her mom was also a huge supporter of the arts, but despite all of this, she did little to no art for 7+ years. That is until she touched polymer clay in August 2020 and she felt like she knew how to work with clay all her life. In this uplifting episode of Bengali Boost, Maisha shares about starting a creative business and how resilience and social media helped her grow it to where it is now.…

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From Quitting Music School to Creating Hit Songs | Farooque Bhai Project 49:00

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At a time when Bengali teens were jamming to thrash metal, Issa fell in love with another genre of music and it kick started a life-long journey in singing. When he released his hit single, Shokaleo, he realized he wanted to take his music to the next level. But the journey wasn't an easy one. Under his stage-name Farooque Bhai Project, he has continued to push the boundaries of what Bangla pop music can sound like. Crafting a unique sound and fusing music from around the world, his songs have been featured in movies like Mainkar Chipay and Sincerely Yours Dhaka on Netflix. His song Duita Dekhi was the #2 Track of 2020 on BBC Asia. So how does he consistently create catchy melodies that get stuck in our heads? Find out in this inspiring episode of Bengali Boost.…

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Welcome to Bengali Boost 7:07

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