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About Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA
Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA is a deep, inspiring, and consciousness-expanding podcast about who we are, who we have been taught to be, and who we dare to become. From Suriname, the diaspora, and the wider world, SUPERSHARDA explores identity in all its layers: personal, cultural, spiritual, and societal. The podcast opens meaningful conversations about ancestry, family, diaspora, purpose, healing, career, mental health, spirituality, entrepreneurship, and personal transformation. The central question of the podcast is: How does this topic shape who we are, and how can we more consciously choose who we become?
- Publisher
- SUPERSHARDA
- Category
- education · society & culture
- Language
- en
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- No
- First episode
- 8 Jun 2026
- Latest episode
- 21 Sept 2026
Latest episodes
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21 Sept 2026
Ep.8 | Black, Dutch & Surinamese: Identity, Racism & Self-Acceptance | Nancy Neede
What happens when the world tries to define who you are, but you refuse to choose only one part of yourself? In this episode of Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA, Nancy Neede — the first Black Miss Holland — explores Black and mixed identity, racism in the Netherlands, her Surinamese roots, modeling, motherhood, spirituality and the journey toward self-acceptance. Growing up in the Netherlands with a white Dutch mother and a Black Surinamese father, Nancy learned early what it meant to have the outside world question where she belonged. She reflects on experiencing racism, navigating her Black, Dutch and Surinamese identity, and eventually learning to embrace every part of herself. Nancy also speaks candidly about childhood trauma, becoming Miss Holland, modeling internationally and moving to New York City, where she worked with legendary designer Oleg Cassini. Beyond fashion, the conversation explores motherhood, losing control of the body that had been central to her career, healing, yoga, spirituality and the lessons she has gathered along the way. From Miss Holland to New York City, from modeling to motherhood, and from perfectionism to self-acceptance, this is a conversation about identity, resilience, growth and LOVE. ❤️ 🎙️ CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:53 Nancy before Miss Holland 04:20 Being a Black model in the 1980s 07:42 Growing up Black & mixed in the Netherlands 08:32 The outside world asks you to choose 13:12 Showing different sides of your identity 19:33 Lessons from her mother & father 25:49 The difficult reality behind her childhood 30:10 How Miss Holland changed her life 30:39 Oleg Cassini & New York City 35:05 Fame, celebrities & staying grounded 40:18 Modeling before social media 41:05 Drugs, boundaries & saying no 50:02 Motherhood & authenticity 53:05 Taking accountability as a parent 56:27 Letting go of perfection 58:51 Letting people make their own mistakes 1:01:24 Losing control of her body 1:07:28 Intuition & spirituality 1:09:52 Studying yoga in India 1:12:58 Her connection to Suriname 1:13:40 Bringing her father home to Suriname 1:16:41 Nancy's message: LOVE ❤️ ABOUT SUPERSHARDA SUPERSHARDA is a Surinamese international model, entrepreneur and founder working across fashion, media, culture and social impact. Through her work, she builds platforms, creates opportunities and connects Suriname with people, ideas and opportunities around the world. ABOUT IDENTITY SPECTRUM Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA is a global conversation rooted in Suriname, exploring identity, consciousness, culture, purpose and the human experiences that shape who we are. 🎙️ INTERESTED IN BEING A GUEST? Email identity.spectrum26@gmail.com (mailto:identity.spectrum26@gmail.com) and tell us who you are, what you would like to discuss and how your story can inspire or educate our audience. CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST YouTube: Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA TikTok: Identity Spectrum Podcast Instagram: @identity_spectrum Facebook: Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA #BlackIdentity #Suriname #MixedIdentity #NancyNeede #IdentitySpectrum #DutchIdentity
14 Sept 2026
Ep.7: Identity Spectrum | Africa Before Europe: History Through Comics & Gaming | Mpilo Mizere
What if the African history you know is only part of the story? In Episode 7 of Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA, SUPERSHARDA sits down with Malawian entrepreneur and creative Mpilo Mizere, founder of Malaika Productions, to explore African history, identity, entrepreneurship and his mission to bring African stories to new generations through comics and gaming. Born in South Africa with Malawian and Zimbabwean roots, Mpilo grew up across Africa, Europe and the United States. Yet he realized how little African history he had actually been taught, beginning a decades-long journey of self-study. That journey eventually inspired 14th Century Africa, a graphic novel that uses entertainment to introduce readers to medieval African history. Mpilo discusses Mansa Musa, Ibn Battuta, the Moors, African architecture, international trade and Africa's historical connections with the wider world. He also shares why he is expanding 14th Century Africa into gaming, his entrepreneurial journey, and his vision for using modern storytelling to reconnect Africans and the diaspora with their history. This conversation asks a bigger question: Who gets to tell our stories, and how do those stories shape the way we see ourselves? 🎙️ CHAPTERS 00:00 Meet Mpilo Mizere 00:51 The Story Behind His Name 02:43 African Identity & Colonial Borders 05:54 Growing Up Around the World 09:14 Building an African History Community 11:48 Why Africans Are Searching for Their History 18:50 African Renaissance, Identity & Our Roots 20:24 Did Humanity Begin in Africa? 24:32 From African History to Comics 27:33 Ibn Battuta & Creating the Story 29:01 From Netflix Pitch to Graphic Novel 30:47 Why Mpilo Is Moving Into Gaming 33:18 Selling 14th Century Africa 36:46 Comics in the Short-Attention-Span Era 40:07 Why the 14th Century? 41:28 The Moors & Medieval Africa 43:56 Africa's Golden Age 45:58 The Power of Marketing History 50:09 What Mpilo Wants Readers to Learn 51:40 Africa's Connections With China & India 54:38 Lessons From Entrepreneurship 59:49 Africa & the African Diaspora 1:08:25 Where to Find 14th Century Africa 1:09:28 The Game & What's Next 1:11:17 Final Thoughts ABOUT MPILO MIZERE Mpilo Mizere is a Malawian entrepreneur, creative and founder of Malaika Productions. He created 14th Century Africa to bring African history to new audiences through entertainment, graphic novels and gaming. ABOUT SUPERSHARDA SUPERSHARDA is an international model born and raised in Suriname, working as a strategic bridge between international creators and Suriname through her network, expertise and cultural insight. ABOUT IDENTITY SPECTRUM Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA explores identity, consciousness, culture, purpose, human experiences and the stories that shape who we are. Like, comment, share and subscribe to join the conversation. 🎙️ INTERESTED IN BEING A GUEST? 📧 identity.spectrum26@gmail.com (mailto:identity.spectrum26@gmail.com) Tell us who you are, what you would like to discuss and how your story can inspire or educate our audience. CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST YouTube: Identity Spectrum TikTok: Identity Spectrum Podcast Instagram: @identity_spectrum Facebook: Identity Spectrum Apple Podcasts: Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA Spotify: Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA Amazon Music: Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA Find the SUPER within yourself and put it out there. ✨
7 Sept 2026
Ep.6: Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA | Who Is SUPERSHARDA, Really? |Guest Host Priscilla Sordam
Who is SUPERSHARDA, really? In Episode 6 of Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA, the tables are turned. After inviting her online community to submit their questions, SUPERSHARDA sits down with guest host Priscilla Sordam for an open conversation about the woman behind the name. From growing up in Suriname and modeling in China to breaking into the international fashion industry, SUPERSHARDA reflects on the ambition, rejection, self-doubt and determination that shaped her journey. But this conversation goes far beyond modeling. She opens up about identity, perfectionism, anger, motherhood, national pride, sexual harassment, trauma, therapy and healing. She also shares why she created Identity Spectrum and her mission to bring Suriname and its people closer to the world. This is more than a Q&A. It's a conversation about the experiences, choices and lessons that shaped SUPERSHARDA. 🎙️ CHAPTERS 00:00 Meet Guest Host Priscilla Sordam 02:12 SUPERSHARDA vs. Sharda Johnn 05:03 Where Did SUPERSHARDA Come From? 07:59 The Reality of International Modeling 12:28 What Makes Me Different? 14:44 What I Wish People Knew About Me 15:45 Did I Always Know What I Wanted? 21:59 How I Broke Into International Modeling 26:44 My Most Unforgettable Runways 29:27 Suriname's Modeling Industry 32:44 Rejection, Criticism & Surviving the “No's” 38:27 Fear, Self-Doubt & Trusting Myself 39:42 Who Taught Me How to Model? 42:29 The Life Lesson That Changed Me 43:37 Ego Death, Expectations & Perfectionism 45:26 How I Process Anger 47:16 Why I Cut Off My Hair 52:29 Do I Want Children? 53:34 Wode Maya, Suriname & What Came Next 55:13 Why I Am So Proudly Surinamese 1:00:34 Why I Took a Break From Modeling 1:01:08 The Experience in Germany That Changed Me 1:05:09 When I Realized I Needed Therapy 1:07:53 Why I Created Identity Spectrum 1:09:41 Africa, Sierra Leone & What's Next 1:11:23 Final Thoughts With Priscilla ABOUT SUPERSHARDA SUPERSHARDA is an international model born and raised in Suriname, working as a strategic bridge between international creators and Suriname through her network, expertise and cultural insight. ABOUT IDENTITY SPECTRUM Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA explores identity, consciousness, culture, purpose, human experiences and the stories that shape who we are. Follow, like, comment, share and subscribe to join the conversation and be the first to know about new episodes. 🎙️ INTERESTED IN BEING A GUEST? 📧 Email: identity.spectrum26@gmail.com (mailto:identity.spectrum26@gmail.com) Tell us who you are, what you would like to discuss and how your story can inspire or educate our audience. CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST YouTube: Identity Spectrum TikTok: Identity Spectrum Podcast Instagram: @identity_spectrum Facebook: Identity Spectrum Apple Podcasts: Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA Spotify: Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA Amazon Music: Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA Find the SUPER within yourself and put it out there. ✨
17 Aug 2026
Ep.5(Part 2): Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA | From Grief to Growth | Grace Karijodiwirijo
In Episode 5 (Part 2) of Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA, SUPERSHARDA continues the powerful conversation with Grace Karijodiwirijo as she shares the years that followed the loss of her mother and the challenges that shaped her into the woman she is today. Grace speaks openly about living with grief, supporting a father struggling with depression, financial hardship, mental health, and the difficult journey toward healing. She reflects on the emotional weight of losing both parents, the importance of seeking help, and how friends, family, music, and reconnecting with her Indonesian heritage became part of her recovery. This conversation explores how childhood trauma, loss, and adversity can leave lasting scars, but also how resilience, forgiveness, identity, and community can help us rebuild our lives. Topics discussed include: Grief and losing both parents Depression and mental health Childhood trauma and resilience Financial hardship and independence The importance of support systems Healing through music Forgiveness and personal growth Reconnecting with Indonesian heritage Identity, resilience, and hope Grace's story is a reminder that healing is not linear, that asking for help is a sign of strength, and that even after life's darkest chapters, it is possible to find purpose, peace, and hope again. Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA is a deep, inspiring, and consciousness-expanding podcast about who we are, who we have been taught to be, and who we dare to become. From Suriname, the diaspora, and the wider world, SUPERSHARDA explores identity in all its layers: personal, cultural, spiritual, and societal. Each episode invites listeners to reflect on a deeper question: How does this story shape who we are, and how can we more consciously choose who we become? SUPERSHARDA is an international model born and raised in Suriname, working as a strategic bridge between international creators and Suriname through her network, expertise, and cultural insight. Follow, like, comment, share, and subscribe to be the first to know about new episodes and join the conversation. Interested in being a guest on the show? 📧 Email: info@supersharda.sr (mailto:info@supersharda.sr) Tell us who you are, what you would like to discuss, why your story matters, and how it can inspire or educate our audience. Connect with SUPERSHARDA Website: supersharda.sr (http://supersharda.sr) TikTok: @supersharda_official Instagram: @supersharda_official Facebook: SUPERSHARDA
3 Aug 2026
Ep.4(Part 1): Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA | From Indonesia to Suriname | Grace Karijodiwirijo
In Episode 4 (Part 1) of Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA, SUPERSHARDA sits down with Grace Karijodiwirijo to explore a deeply personal story about migration, identity, culture, family, faith, and loss. Born in Jakarta, Indonesia, to an Indonesian mother and Surinamese father, Grace shares what it was like moving to Suriname as a young child and growing up between two cultures. She reflects on learning Dutch, adapting to Surinamese society, preserving her Indonesian roots, and navigating the expectations of a strict Christian upbringing. The conversation also explores the emotional challenges of belonging, culture shock, bullying, language, religion, and the differences between Indonesian and Surinamese society. Grace openly shares the heartbreaking story of her mother's battle with breast cancer, the profound impact it had on her family, and the final moments she spent with her mother before her passing. This is an emotional conversation about resilience, identity, love, grief, and the experiences that shape who we become. Topics discussed include: • Growing up between Indonesia and Suriname • Cultural identity and belonging • Indonesian traditions and values • Language, migration, and adapting to a new country • Christianity and religious upbringing • Bullying and childhood experiences • Family, grief, and losing a parent • Breast cancer and caregiving • Faith, resilience, and hope Part 2 continues Grace's remarkable journey as she shares how she rebuilt her life after losing both parents, the lessons she learned through adversity, and how those experiences shaped the woman she is today. Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA is a deep, inspiring, and consciousness-expanding podcast about who we are, who we have been taught to be, and who we dare to become. From Suriname, the diaspora, and the wider world, SUPERSHARDA explores identity in all its layers: personal, cultural, spiritual, and societal. Each episode invites listeners to reflect on a deeper question: How does this story shape who we are, and how can we more consciously choose who we become? SUPERSHARDA is an international model born and raised in Suriname, working as a strategic bridge between international creators and Suriname through her network, expertise, and cultural insight. Follow, like, comment, share, and subscribe to be the first to know about new episodes and join the conversation. Interested in being a guest on the show? 📧 Email: info@supersharda.sr (mailto:info@supersharda.sr) Tell us who you are, what you would like to discuss, why your story matters, and how it can inspire or educate our audience. Connect with SUPERSHARDA Website: supersharda.sr (http://supersharda.sr) TikTok: @supersharda_official Instagram: @supersharda_official Facebook: SUPERSHARDA
6 Jul 2026
Ep.3: Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA|Behind the Glamour: A Model's Untold Reality |Aby-Jo Elshot
Ep.3: Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA|Behind the Glamour: A Model's Untold Reality |Aby-Jo Elshot Welcome to a deep dive into the modeling world with Aby-Jo Elshot, a seasoned professional who has spent over 25 years navigating the realms of fashion, beauty, and entrepreneurship. In this episode, we’ll explore her journey from aspiring designer to international model, the challenges she faced, and the insights she gained along the way. Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA is a deep, inspiring, and consciousness-expanding podcast about who we are, who we have been taught to be, and who we dare to become. From Suriname, the diaspora, and the wider world, SUPERSHARDA explores identity in all its layers: personal, cultural, spiritual, and societal. This educational podcast invites listeners to reflect on the deeper question: how does this topic shape who we are, and how can we more consciously choose who we become? . SUPERSHARDA is an international model born and raised in Suriname, working as a strategic bridge between international creators and Suriname through her network, expertise, and cultural insight. . Follow, like, comment, share, and subscribe to be the first to know about new episodes and join the conversation. . Interested in being a guest on the show? Email info@supersharda.sr (mailto:info@supersharda.sr) and clearly explain what you would like to talk about, why the topic matters, and how it would add value to the podcast and its listeners. . 📌 Connect with SUPERSHARDA 📩 info@supersharda.sr (mailto:info@supersharda.sr) 🌐 supersharda.sr (http://supersharda.sr) 🎵 TikTok: @supersharda_official 📸 Instagram: @supersharda_official 📘 Facebook: SUPERSHARDA . #IdentitySpectrum (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/identityspectrum) #Suriname (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/suriname) #SUPERSHARDA (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/supersharda) #Modelling #Fashion #AbyJoElshot #Podcast #Models (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/paulbarbato)
5 Jul 2026
Ep.2: Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA | How curiosity made me famous | Paul Barbato
Ep.2: Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA | How curiosity made me famous | Paul Barbato Welcome :) This was my very first podcast episode filmed in December 2024 and published in June 2026. It was a proud moment and i'm very grateful to Paul for being such a great and easy guest to have a conversation with. I hope you enjoy it as much as i did. :) SUPERSHARDA . Curiosity can open doors you never imagined, just ask Paul Barbato, creator of the wildly popular Geography Now! YouTube channel. In this episode of Identity Spectrum, we explore how Paul turned a simple idea into a global brand, the mindset behind his success, and how identity plays a role in connecting with audiences worldwide. . Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA is a deep, inspiring, and consciousness-expanding podcast about who we are, who we have been taught to be, and who we dare to become. From Suriname, the diaspora, and the wider world, SUPERSHARDA explores identity in all its layers: personal, cultural, spiritual, and societal. This educational podcast invites listeners to reflect on the deeper question: how does this topic shape who we are, and how can we more consciously choose who we become? . SUPERSHARDA is an international model born and raised in Suriname, working as a strategic bridge between international creators and Suriname through her network, expertise, and cultural insight. . Follow, like, comment, share, and subscribe to be the first to know about new episodes and join the conversation. . Interested in being a guest on the show? Email info@supersharda.sr (mailto:info@supersharda.sr) and clearly explain what you would like to talk about, why the topic matters, and how it would add value to the podcast and its listeners. . 📌 Connect with SUPERSHARDA 📩 info@supersharda.sr (mailto:info@supersharda.sr) 🌐 supersharda.sr (http://supersharda.sr) 🎵 TikTok: @supersharda_official 📸 Instagram: @supersharda_official 📘 Facebook: SUPERSHARDA
8 Jun 2026
Ep.1:Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA|Tribal Characteristics of Surinamese Society|Gwendolyn Smith
Ep.1: Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA | Tribal Characteristics of Surinamese Society | Gwendolyn Smith In the first episode of Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA, SUPERSHARDA speaks with Dr. Gwendolyn Smith about the tribal characteristics of Suriname society, identity, conflict, communication styles, social behavior, leadership, and cultural habits. Together they explore how social structures, hierarchy, criticism, gender roles, and national narratives shape the way people in Suriname relate to each other and make decisions. Dr. Gwendoline Smith, born in the Netherlands to a Surinamese mother and Dutch father, has spent decades studying tribal characteristics across various cultures, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Brazil. Her unique background gives her a valuable perspective on the dynamics of Surinamese society, making her insights particularly relevant and thought-provoking. Connect with Dr. Smith: www.gwendolynsmith.com (http://www.gwendolynsmith.com)Download Dr. Smith's paper "The Tribal Characteristics of the Suriname Society": https://www.researchgate.net/publication/372935734_The_Tribal_Characteristics_of_the_Suriname_Society (https://www.researchgate.net/publication/372935734_The_Tribal_Characteristics_of_the_Suriname_Society) Identity Spectrum with SUPERSHARDA is a deep, inspiring, and consciousness-expanding podcast about who we are, who we have been taught to be, and who we dare to become. From Suriname, the diaspora, and the wider world, SUPERSHARDA explores identity in all its layers: personal, cultural, spiritual, and societal. This educational podcast invites listeners to reflect on the deeper question: how does this topic shape who we are, and how can we more consciously choose who we become? SUPERSHARDA is an international model born and raised in Suriname, working as a strategic bridge between international creators and Suriname through her network, expertise, and cultural insight. Follow, like, comment, share, and subscribe to be the first to know about new episodes and join the conversation. Interested in being a guest on the show? Email info@supersharda.sr (mailto:info@supersharda.sr) and clearly explain what you would like to talk about, why the topic matters, and how it would add value to the podcast and its listeners. Connect with SUPERSHARDA: Website:supersharda.sr (http://supersharda.sr)TikTok: @supersharda_official Instagram: @supersharda_official Facebook: SUPERSHARDA
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