The Human Side Podcast

Sheena Solomon | Motherhood, Parenting & Redefining Success | The Human Side Podcast #09

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.comVideo produced by Solon Quinn StudiosVisit 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/

Ryedell | Faith, Loss, and Emotional Honesty | The Human Side Podcast

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 Ryedell 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.

Sharon Owens | Leadership Beyond the Title

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.comVideo produced by Solon Quinn StudiosVisit 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/

Shinyrra Thomas | The Power of Speaking Up

On June 24th, Shinyrra 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 Shinyrra'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/

Emad Rahim | From Genocide to Hope

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.