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the
first

gems

First Gens. Dropping Gems.

We are global podcast and brand highlighting first-generation creatives, entrepreneurs, and artists as they navigate culture and identity at the intersection of artistry, career, and passion. Our platform creates a safe space for connecting, healing and uniting in our shared experiences.

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The Last Doll Era: Kash Doll on Music, Motherhood & Making Moves | S3 Ep 3 | The First Gems
Behind the Headlines: The Secrets to PR Success with Takyrah Jones
S3E15: Faith, Film & Hollywood: Building Impact On & Of Screen w/ Dayo Okeniyi
The Business of Beauty: Sheva Ahmadi on Being a Black Entrepreneur and Owning Your Success
S3E18: Songs from the Soul: Erykah Officer on Finding Her Sound and Owning Her Art
The Ultimate Glow-Up: Career, Confidence & Designing Your Best Life with Jodie Taylor
S3E19: Faith, Flow & Finding Nimo: The Music, Mission & Mindset of AraTheJay
Sounds of Home: Reclaiming Identity through Music & Authenticity w/ itsENJ

meet the hosts

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culture

It all started with one overdue trip back to our homeland that sparked our interest in sharing the stories of natives and brainstorming initiatives aimed to improve life for our people back home. We thought, "if we feel inspired to elevate our community, there must be other first-gen millennials who feel inspired to do the same"! Together, we explore the intricacies of various cultural traditions, mindsets, and beliefs that shape the first-generation experience.

community

From cousins to co-hosts. We've established a bond and a sense of community amongst ourselves through our strong sisterhood. This opened our eyes to the power of community and a need to connect other first-gens of diverse backgrounds with each other. 

the come-up

As always, we dream BIG and aim HIGH the first gems doesn't stop at the podcast. It doesn't stop at sharing stories on social. Our mission is bigger than that. We inspire our fellow community of first-gens to embrace who they are, give back and go after their dreams.

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