What Shapes Us is an exploration into the incidents and accidents that shape us into being. Selema Masekela, a relentlessly curious narrator of the human experience, takes us on a journey through personal anecdotes from his own life and in depth, conversational exchanges with a wide landscape of dynamic and interesting individuals. Athletes, activists, artists, critical thinkers, disruptors; anyone with a unique perspective on this thing called life, is welcome to contribute answers to the always evolving question...What Shapes Us
What Shapes Us
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What Shapes Us is an exploration into the incidents and accidents that shape us into being. Selema Masekela, a relentlessly curious narrator of the human experience, takes us on a journey through personal anecdotes from his own life and in depth, conversational exchanges with a wide landscape of dynamic and interesting individuals. Athletes, activists, artists, critical thinkers, disruptors; anyone with a unique perspective on this thing called life, is welcome to contribute answers to the always evolving question...What Shapes Us
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Recent Episodes
September 5, 2025
36: Mikey February on Flow, Freedom, and Finding Rhythm
<p>In this episode of What Shapes Us, Selema Masekela sits down with South African surfer and creative soul Mikey February (@mikeyfebruary) for a conversation about carving your own path—on and off the board.</p><p>From competitive circuits to free-surfing liberation, Mikey opens up about how music, community, and his Cape Town roots have shaped his fluid style and global perspective. The two explore how Mikey redefined success in surfing by stepping away from the rigid structure of contests, embracing his role as a cultural connector, and allowing intuition and joy to guide his work.</p><p>Expect stories of purpose-driven travel, soul-infused style, and reflections on what it means to create movement—through art, water, and life.</p><p>Follow us:<br />Host: @selema<br />Guest: @mikeyfebruary<br />Show: @whatshapesuspodcast</p>
August 29, 2025
35: Jagger Eaton on Going Big and Staying Grounded
<p>From Olympic podiums to personal pivots, Jagger Eaton (@jaggereaton) joins Selema Masekela on What Shapes Us for a raw and real conversation about what it takes to thrive in the pressure cooker of pro skateboarding. They dive into the mental toll of being the “youngest ever,” the lonely road of elite competition, and the surprising ways self-worth evolves outside of contest results. Jagger opens up about learning to slow down, rediscovering his love for skating, and building an identity not just on the board, but beyond it.</p><p>Whether you're chasing medals or meaning, this one’s for anyone redefining success on their own terms.</p><p>Follow Us:</p><p>Jagger Eaton: @jaggereaton<br />Selema Masekela: @selema<br />What Shapes Us Podcast: @whatshapesuspodcast</p>
August 22, 2025
34: Faith Briggs Rose on Movement, Meaning, and Making Space
<p>In this illuminating episode of What Shapes Us, Selema Masekela (@selema) sits down with documentary filmmaker, activist, and lifelong runner <strong>Faith Briggs Rose (@faithbriggs)</strong> to explore the intersection of identity, storytelling, and the outdoors. From running across national parks in This Land to co-directing award-winning films like Bearlike, Faith shares what it means to chase truth and community through movement.</p><p>She opens up about navigating predominantly white outdoor spaces as a woman of color, the responsibility of shaping narratives from behind the lens, and how becoming a mother reshaped her relationship with creativity and time. With warmth, curiosity, and conviction, Faith reminds us that the act of storytelling—much like running—isn’t always about speed. It’s about endurance, direction, and showing up for the long haul.</p><p><strong>Social Media Tags:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Faith Briggs Rose: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/faithbriggs" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">@faithbriggs</a></p></li><li><p>Selema Masekela: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/selema" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">@selema</a></p></li><li><p>What Shapes Us Podcast: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whatshapesuspodcast" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">@whatshapesuspodcast</a></p></li></ul>
37 total episodes available with 16 transcripts
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