Jeermal Sylvester | EP 10 MBA at 52 from Notre Dame, Legacy over Survival, Empowering Next Generation

Chris M Wilborn | EP 11 Chris Wilborn on Losing His Film, Finding His Voice, and Directing D.I.A.L.

In this episode of the Fresh P Podcast, host Baserou Moussa sits down with filmmaker and director Chris M. Wilborn to talk about his creative journey—from discovering a passion for the camera at a young age, to navigating the challenges of storytelling and filmmaking as a Black creative. Chris reflects on pivotal moments in his life, including the support of his grandmother and fiancée, learning screenwriting under Luke Pennington, and his emotional experience directing and producing the short film D.I.A.L.. He also shares how he handled technical setbacks like an audio failure and a devastating hard drive crash. This episode explores: * Chris’s early influences and move from Indianapolis to Piqua, OH * Learning the craft of storytelling in photojournalism * Embracing authenticity and overcoming fear * Behind the scenes of directing D.I.A.L. * Lessons from failure and staying spiritually grounded in the process Don’t miss this powerful conversation about resilience, creativity, and finding purpose through adversity. 🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more bi-weekly episodes.

Jeermal Sylvester | EP 10 MBA at 52 from Notre Dame, Legacy over Survival, Empowering Next Generation

In Episode 10 of The Fresh P Podcast, host Baserou Moussa sits down with Jeermal Sylvester, Director of Workforce Development at Saint Joseph College and recent MBA graduate from the University of Notre Dame. Jeermal opens up about what it meant to earn his degree at 52 years old — overcoming self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and years of life experience to walk in purpose and legacy. He shares his journey from a former athlete who faced hard decisions to a leader in workforce development who’s passionate about building talent pipelines and creating generational change. From hitting the gym for mental clarity to launching his consulting brand Sylvester Solutions, Jeermal delivers real gems on faith, education, personal growth, and lifelong learning. If you’ve ever doubted whether it’s “too late” to chase a dream — this conversation will change your mindset. 🎓 Key topics: * Graduating from Notre Dame at 52 (Cum Laude!) * Pushing through imposter syndrome and discomfort * The power of group accountability * Building “Sylvester Solutions” consulting * The role of faith, self-care, and fitness * Why lifelong learning is for everyone Chapters – Episode 10 | Jeermal Sylvester on Legacy, Leadership & Lifelong Learning 00:00 – Episode 10 Preview 01:02 – Fresh P Podcast Intro & Mission 01:30 – How I Met Jeermal Sylvester 02:45 – Getting an MBA from Notre Dame at 52 05:40 – “One of the Greatest Accomplishments of My Life” 06:00 – Imposter Syndrome & Self-Doubt at 52 08:30 – “It Wasn’t Just Me, It Was Us” – Group Accountability 12:05 – Mindset Shift: Comfort in Discomfort 14:40 – You Never Know What’s in You Until You’re Stretched 16:09 – Why Pursue an MBA in Business Administration 20:00 – Director of Workforce Development Role Explained 23:50 – Creating Employer Partnerships & Earn-to-Learn 27:22 – Juggling Responsibilities While in School 28:40 – Fitness as Self-Care: 2-Hour Workouts 30:30 – Life Lessons from Sports 34:30 – EKG Analogy: Life’s Ups and Downs 35:55 – Pacers in the ______? (Fun Q&A) 45:05 – Lifelong Learning and Wisdom with Age 48:18 – What’s Next: Sylvester Solutions 50:40 – Coaching, Consulting, and Workshops 51:10 – Faith Without Works: Jeermal’s Belief in Action 51:30 – Final Words & Outro 🎥 Watch on YouTube 🎙️ Listen on all platforms 🔗 Link in bio

Tirus Duncan | EP 9 Leaders Are Chosen, Answering Your Calling and Constantly Challenging Yourself

What does it mean to be seen in a world that often overlooks you? In this powerful episode of The Fresh P Podcast, host Baserou Moussa sits down with creative visionary and founder of Everybody’s Somebody, Tirus Duncan. Together, they explore the deep connection between self-worth, leadership, and creative purpose. Tirus opens up about his journey — from feeling invisible to using his voice and camera to help others feel valued. He shares the inspiration behind his brand, the story of his logo, and how empathy is at the core of everything he creates. 🔹 The mission behind “Everybody’s Somebody” 🔹 Why leadership isn’t a choice — it’s a calling 🔹 Using photography and film to build empathy 🔹 The duality of man: feeling valueless while making an impact 🔹 Creating safe spaces through storytelling This episode is a reminder that you don’t have to “be somebody” in the eyes of the world to know that you already matter. You are somebody. 🎧 Available now on all major podcast platforms 🔗 Follow us on IG @FreshPPodcast 🌐 Powered by All Around Media

DaShawn Warfield | EP 8 East Side Pride, The Brand Stack Over Shine, Community and Camaraderie

In this episode of The Fresh P Podcast, host Baserou Moussa sits down with Dashawn — creative entrepreneur, architect of ideas, and proud Far East Side Indianapolis native. Dashawn takes us on a powerful journey through his early days sketching in school, trading art for coins, and eventually co-founding StackOverShine — a community-driven brand built on brotherhood, vision, and culture. We also explore the creation of NS1 Gallery, a space born from introspection and purpose, and the energy behind community events like Y2K Crunk. 🎧 In This Episode, We Cover: * Growing up on the Far East Side of Indy * Turning creativity into currency * The meaning behind StackOverShine * Building through collaboration and purpose * Conflict resolution and the power of writing * Overcoming social anxiety * The true meaning of success 💬 "Success is a breath. It's gratitude. Is my son okay? Is my family okay? That's success." – Dashawn If you're passionate about creative entrepreneurship, community building, and storytelling that elevates culture, this episode is for you. 📅 Episode drops June 5th at 10AM on all platforms. 👉 Subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you found value in this conversation! 🔗 Connect with us: Instagram: @baserouu Website: all-aroundmedia.com [http://all-aroundmedia.com/] YouTube: https://youtube.com/@freshppodcast?feature=shared [https://youtube.com/@freshppodcast?feature=shared]

Zola Lamothe talks Art + Activism, learning harsh truth during protest, and winning $10,000 Power Plant Grant

In this powerful episode of the Fresh P Podcast, I’m joined by Zola Lamothe—an educator at heart, activist, changemaker, and photographer—whose work is preserving erased Black history and uplifting voices through the lens of art and purpose. Zola takes us on the journey behind her community-centered project, Unveiling a Forgotten Legacy, which began during her time as a student leader at IUPUI. Sparked by a moment during a campus protest in 2020, Zola discovered the lost history of the vibrant Black neighborhoods that once thrived around Indiana Avenue—communities later displaced to build the IUPUI campus. From entering a photography contest and receiving a $10,000 grant, to interviewing families and channeling the spirit of Sankofa from her time studying abroad in Ghana, Zola shares how this project helped her step fully into her purpose. 🎧 In this episode: * The power of protest and student leadership * Turning art into activism with Unveiling a Forgotten Legacy * Honoring displaced Black communities through photography * The influence of Sankofa and international perspective * Why collaboration and storytelling are vital for healing and justice This episode is a moving reminder of the importance of remembering, reclaiming, and restoring what was lost. Zola’s work is history in action—and a blueprint for how we move forward. — 📱 Follow us on Instagram: @freshPPodcast 🎙️ Hosted by Baserou Moussa 🎥 Produced by All Around Media 🌍 Stay connected at: All-aroundMedia.com [http://all-aroundmedia.com/] #FreshPPodcast, #ZolaLamothe, #UnveilingAForgottenLegacy, #BlackHistory, #CulturalPreservation, #Sankofa, #Storytelling, #Changemaker, #Photography, #IUPUI, #Activism, #EducatorAtHeart,