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.

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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.

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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.

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Some losses change everything. They shift the way you see the world, the way you move through life, and the way you carry love.In this deeply moving episode of The Human Side Podcast, we sit down with Sade, a woman navigating life after the tragic loss of her husband, Daquan. To many, he was just a statistic—but to Sade, he was a protector, a provider, and a powerful presence whose impact still echoes.We dive deep into:🔹 Grieving the loss of a partner to street violence🔹 The emotional weight of love, memory, and survival🔹 How pain can reveal purpose and clarity🔹 Honoring legacy through strength and storytellingSade speaks with raw honesty about grief, resilience, and what it means to keep going when the person you love is gone. This is not just a story about loss—it’s a story about love that endures.📌 Subscribe for more stories that explore the human experience.💬 Share your thoughts in the comments—we want to hear from you.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.#TheHumanSidePodcast #GriefAndHealing #LegacyOfLove #StreetViolenceAwareness #Resilience #InspiringStoriesBusiness 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/

What does it mean to start over with nothing but your siblings, your story, and your strength?

In this moving episode of The Human Side Podcast, we sit down with Sharifeh, who fled Afghanistan and began a new life in Syracuse. Her story is one of resilience, sacrifice, and quiet bravery—the kind it takes to build a life from scratch in a new land.

We explore:

🔹 The reality of fleeing home in search of safety

🔹 Navigating the unknown in a new country

🔹 The emotional cost of starting over with family

🔹 How Sharifeh found strength in her story and her community Sharifeh’s journey is a testament to courage in the face of fear, and the power of holding on to your identity while building a new future.

Her voice will stay with you.

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We’re honored to continue The Human Side Podcast with stories that reveal the raw resilience of the human spirit.

In this powerful episode, we hear from Katie Stagger, a survivor of domestic violence whose courage and advocacy redefine strength. After enduring years of abuse, Katie’s life changed forever when her ex-husband attempted to take it. Her journey through recovery, fear, and hope is a powerful call for awareness and action against domestic violence.

We dive deep into:

🔹 Surviving the unimaginable and finding the will to heal

🔹 Overcoming fear and reclaiming her voice

🔹 Fighting for justice and raising awareness about domestic violence

🔹 The power of advocacy and supporting survivors

Katie’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and hope. This is an episode you don’t want to miss.

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After serving 17 years in prison, Rashawn Sullivan emerged with a mission—to help others find purpose, redemption, and a new path forward. In this powerful episode of The Human Side Podcast, Rashawn shares his incredible journey from incarceration to mentorship, the lessons he learned behind bars, and how he's now working to change lives at Hillbrook Youth Detention Center.

We dive deep into:
🔹 The realities of 17 years in prison and how it shaped his mindset
🔹 Finding purpose and redemption after incarceration
🔹 The power of mentorship and second chances
🔹 How he’s breaking cycles of violence and inspiring the next generation

Rashawn’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and hope. This is an episode you don’t want to miss.

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