Episode 64

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Published on:

28th Feb 2024

"Music Was My Escape": The Journey of Singer Marieme

What drives a young artist to defy family expectations and embrace music as her refuge? Join Marieme on Harvest Series as she reveals how her passion for music guided her from Senegal to the Bronx, overcoming cultural shocks and personal obstacles. In a candid conversation with host Rose Claverie, Marieme opens up about the transformative power of music, the inspiration behind her craft, and the challenges she faced along the way. Tune in for a poignant story of resilience, family ties, and the pursuit of one's true passion.

Join us for a narrative that resonates with Marieme's resilient spirit.

[2:51] Marieme kicked off Harvest in London with a beautiful show. It was the earliest show she'd ever done :)

[5:20] Marieme explain the culture shock of arriving in America after being raised in Senegal.

[8:00] Marieme details her relationship with Music, what was her inspiration, and how music was her escape.

[10:50] Marieme didn't think she could become a singer when she was at College.

[15:00] How Prince and Aretha Franklin inspired Marieme.

[18:20] Does Marieme see herself as a political singer? The answer is clear!

[23:00] Marieme answers about her fabulous hairstyle, her ultimate self-expression.

[26:21] Harvest of The Day : What is Marieme's favourite tool for transformation?

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Credits:

Harvest Series is produced in partnership with Athena Advisers and Capital Partners

Harvest Series Founders: Burak Öymen and Roman Carel

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About the Podcast

Harvest Series
Interviews with passionate speakers to take better care of yourself, broaden your horizons and nurture the planet.
This podcast is here to help you ask yourself the right questions, boost your critical thinking, and broaden your horizons. Journalist Rose Claverie (@rose.claverie on Instagram) is interviewing for the Harvest Series summit inspiring speakers such as emotional trauma specialist Dr Gabor Maté, nutrition experts Dr. Mark Hyman or Dr. Andrew Weil, and Relationships expert Esther Perel. They share their stories and practical advice to help listeners better care for themselves, their relationships and the planet.
Episodes last around 30mn and are released every Wednesday. We hope you will enjoy the episodes and the diversity of the topics to increase your consciousness :)

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