🎙️ Podcast Series: Come Talk with Me
Host: Tagro
Theme: Conversations with international students, locals about faith, resilience, and purpose. The purpose of this podcast is to find a safe environment and discuss sensitive topics or fun conversations with people we do not have the possibilities to hear from.
🎧 Episode 1: Eddy – Faith, Fear, and the Future
Guest: Eddy, a CIT student at BYU.
He shares his fears about life after graduation and the pressure to provide for his family. Eddy emphasizes the power of trusting God and encourages students to stay focused on their goals.
Following the commandments and trusting God are the true keys to success.” Eddy
🎧 Episode 2: Jared – Dreams Bigger Than Fear
Guest: Jared, a close friend of Tagro.
Despite losing his father and lacking support, Jared shares how his faith helped him overcome hardship, finish high school, serve a mission, and pursue college in the U.S.
💬 “If your dreams don’t scare you, they aren’t big enough.” Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
🎧 Episode 3: Joel – The Kindness That Opened Doors
Guest: Joel
Joel talks about how serving others led him to an unexpected opportunity to study in the U.S. His story is a testament to the power of kindness and humility.
“From knowing Joel, I can say he has one of the kindest hearts I’ve ever met.”
🎧 Episode 4: Tagro – A Journey of Loss and Faith
Host: Tagro shares his personal story.
He opens up about the hardships of losing loved ones and growing up in poverty. Through it all, his faith in God became stronger and gave him the courage to keep dreaming.
🎧 Episode 5: Marriage Talk – Tagro & Antoinette
Guests: Tagro and his wife, Antoinette
They discuss their growth since getting married in 2022. This heartfelt conversation covers the beauty and difficulty of marriage and is especially meaningful for newlyweds.
“Marriage is worth it but real growth comes through honest conversations and facing challenges together.
Challenges Encountered
Emotional Depth: Conducting and editing personal stories required emotional sensitivity. At times, revisiting past traumas—for both guests and the host—was emotionally heavy but necessary.
Scheduling: Coordinating recordings with guests who have full schedules was a consistent logistical challenge.
Audio Clarity: Some episodes required additional editing to improve sound quality, especially when recordings took place in non-studio settings.
Project Processes
Guest Selection: Guests were chosen based on their authenticity, willingness to share, and relevance to the podcast’s theme.
Interview Prep: Each episode began with a casual pre-interview to build trust and allow the guest to feel comfortable.
Recording: Conversations were recorded using professional audio equipment and video tools when available.
Editing: Episodes were edited for clarity, pacing, and emotional tone.
Publishing: The podcasts were uploaded to YouTube with visual branding and shared on social media platforms like LinkedIn and Instagram to reach a broader audience.
Promotion: Stories were promoted via social platforms, word of mouth, and listener feedback.
Overview of the Experience
This podcast journey was more than a creative project—it became a personal mission. It offered a deeper connection with others, strengthened relationships, and created a meaningful platform for underrepresented voices. Every conversation added something special to the series, creating a mosaic of faith, courage, and shared humanity.
Insights and Takeaways
Everyone has a story worth telling: The power of storytelling lies not in perfection, but in honesty.
Faith and vulnerability build bridges: Even the most personal topics can inspire when shared with openness and love.
Growth happens through discomfort: Facing deep topics pushed both the host and guests beyond comfort zones—and that’s where the magic happened.
Community matters: This project highlighted how crucial it is to listen to one another, especially across cultures and backgrounds.
Final Thoughts
Come Talk with Me isn’t just a podcast it’s a movement of real voices, real stories, and real hope. This is only the beginning.