Anahita Champion

03/09/2024

And she’s off to 3rd grade!

20/08/2024

My sweet gifted me a ticket to see ENGLISH at the for my 40th bday & WOW what an amazing production. A story of Iranians learning English to be able to expand their opportunities, each of them with different joys and challenges along the way.

It was a perfect outing and one that connects with our podcast topics:

17/07/2024

Sometimes Spicy, but never Sour 🍋‍🟩
always takes the sweetest pics at .co!

13/07/2024

Research
Understanding
Learning
Change

08/07/2024

9 years ago on this day this sticker just stuck. And the day we found out Roya was going to be our official mixed blood ❤️🤩

12/06/2024

Then & Now
7 years as Mrs. Champion ❤️
6-11-2017

11/06/2024

This Woman 🤩🎂
Beautiful all around
Love you Mommy, Happy Birthday!!

05/06/2024

Here's the next Life In Our Skin episode… Take a listen!

Hosted by: Lisa Harris & Anahita Champion

NEW! Episode 38: Coloring Putside the Lines | Sheena Yap Chan.

In this episode, Lisa and Anahita chat with Sheena Yap Chan, a Chinese–Filipino woman living in Toronto. Sheena talks about how she moved from being ashamed of her culture to building her self confidence as an Asian woman. Today, she has also learned how to embrace paving her own path of success. In Episode 38, we welcome Sheena Yap Chan.

LISTEN to the episode here:
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lifeinourskin/episodes/Episode-38-Coloring-Outside-the-Lines--Sheena-Yap-Chan-e2fsj1v

About Life In Our Skin: A podcast created for 'women in the middle'. Our guests share their American experiences living between the white and black communities. All episodes available here: linktr.ee/lifeinourskin

01/06/2024

🏳️‍🌈 Equality Hurts No One 🏳️‍⚧️

Hold space and Honor PRIDE Month 🙏🏽

23/05/2024

I always wonder, what does the world look like through her beautiful brown eyes? 😍

22/05/2024

Bring Ya Head, too. 🏀

21/05/2024

NEW Episode to share + I'm so excited for this one cuz it's my Framily!

In this episode, Lisa Harris and I chat with Alia Mohammad, a Palestinian-American raised in Dubai and immigrated to the U.S as a young girl. She discusses how her parents tried to keep their family traditions and values, including experiences with cultural attire and religion while adapting to American life.

In Episode 37, we welcome Alia Mohammad!
Listen via:

In this episode, Lisa and Anahita chat with Alia Mohammad, a Palestinian-American raised in Dubai and immigrated to the U.S as a young girl. She discusses how her parents tried to keep their family traditions and values, including experiences with cultural attire and religion while adapting to Ameri...

23/04/2024

10 years with this guy!
He hired me in Feb 2014 as his PR girl
The event was a success on 4/17
Our first date was on April 21, 2014

So wild to think it’s been a decade with my dude ❤️

23/04/2024

NEW Life In Our Skin episode!

Episode 35: Hmong on the Weekend | Poiab Vue

In this episode, Lisa Harris and Anahita Champion with Poiab Vue, a Hmong refugee whose family immigrated to the U.S. in 1979, eventually settling in LaCrosse, Wisconsin. Poiab discusses the challenges of growing up Hmong–American and how her rebellious personality set her apart from other Hmong daughters. Today, as a licensed psychotherapist, Poiab aims to empower people in choosing their own path in life and to support them in healing through trauma. In Episode 35, we welcome Poiab Vue.

Listen to this episode of Life in Our Skin. https://lifeinourskin.com

LISTEN. https://lnkd.in/gHv4kBjf

About Life In Our Skin: A podcast created for 'women in the middle'. Our guests share their American experiences living between the white and black communities.

09/04/2024

In January, Creative Mornings Minneapolis (hosted by Drew Gneiser) invited me to be the first speaker of 2024!

Creative Mornings is the world's largest face-to-face creative community with chapters in 54+ cities around the globe, including Minnesota.

The Creative Morning Talks are a monthly breakfast lecture series for creatives…think along the lines of TedX's concept, but more fun!

HERE is the video recording of my presentation, I invite you to take some time to watch this as seek understanding of my story + the similarities you may be able to relate to.

My message is about
Remembering your
Inner
Six year old
Energy

* disclaimer* I use some colorful language :)

"Why do we have to fit into the mold? I sure as hell don't."

11/03/2024

While this interview at SPNN was in Fall 2023, it's one of my top 5 favorite - it's truly incredible hearing about the work and heart-led organizations that are making strong impacts in our communities, locally and abroad:

Watch more videos at http://www.SPNN.orgHost Anahita Champion talks with Siddeeqah Shabazz, Executive Director of Kulture Klub Collaborative and Designers, ...

05/03/2024

Here's the next Life In Our Skin episode… Take a listen!

Life In Our Skin with Lisa Harris & Anahita Champion

NEW! Episode 34: Journey of a Filipina Mom | Peachy Galindez

In this episode, Lisa and Anahita chat with Peachy Galindez. Peachy shares her experience immigrating to the United States in her 30's as a young wife and mother. She also discusses her approach to integrating Filipino culture and pride in raising her children in America. In Episode 34, we welcome Peachy Galindez.

Listen to this episode of Life in Our Skin. https://lifeinourskin.com

LISTEN. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lifeinourskin/episodes/Episode-34-Journey-of-a-Filipina-Mom--Peachy-Galindez-e2g6fe0

About Life In Our Skin: A podcast created for 'women in the middle'. Our guests share their American experiences living between the white and black communities.

21/02/2024

I had a great conversation with Angel Even in the new episode of the SPNN (Saint Paul Neighborhood Network) Forum chatting about her non-profit, Led by TRUTH, and the work she does to support multicultural small business owners.

Take a watch!

Watch more videos at http://www.SPNN.orgHost Anahita Champion talks with Angel Even, Founder and CEO of Led by TRUTH. / myspnn Follow us on Twitter: / s...

23/01/2024

To my fellow leaders.....are you the type of leader that:
- isn't afraid to take risks
- make mistakes in front of employees
- actively solicit employee feedback

In the book Radical Leap, author Steve Farber dispenses with the typical, tired notions of what it means to be an Extreme leader.

He breaks this down as:
- one who cultivates love
- generates energy
- inspires audacity
- provides proof

I read this book in my early 20s, and it has stuck with me for over 18 years. Reading this again now hits a bit differently. I highly recommend it!

I'm sharing this as my theme for this year is to take a LEAP within a few focal areas of my life including career and wellness.

I share highlights of my projects, findings and interesting updates in my monthly "Hita's Headlines" & I invite you to join my community: sparkl.es/anahitachampion

16/01/2024

NEWS!

Creative Mornings Minneapolis (hosted by Drew Gneiser) has invited me to be the first speaker of 2024!

Creative Mornings is the world's largest face-to-face creative community with chapters in 54+ cities around the globe, including Minnesota.

The Creative Morning Talks are a monthly breakfast lecture series for creatives…think along the lines of TedX's concept, but more fun!

This event is FREE + includes coffee and breakfast and a 20ish minutes talk by yours truly.

I CANNOT wait. The theme will be surrounding the word RISE, and I'll be sharing my story.

Date: Jan 19, 2024
Time: 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM CST
Location: Forgotten Star Brewing Co.

Register to attend: https://lnkd.in/gHFRSAW5
See you there!!

12/01/2024

In episode 33 of our podcast, Life in Our Skin, Lisa Harris and I chat with Pallavi Sharma, who was such a joy to listen to.

Take a listen: https://lnkd.in/ehtKy9mx

Pallavi shared about her experience moving to the USA at 18 years old to attend Winona State University. She quickly embraced the American lifestyle and prioritized her independence and career goals despite her parents hopes of an arranged marriage. Furthermore, we discuss blended marriage, cultural traditions, and women in tech.

Learn more about our platform by visiting our website: www.lifeinourskin.com

Here’s the next episode… recorded earlier this year just released. Take a listen!

Life In Our Skin with Lisa Harris & Anahita Champion

NEW! Episode 33: I Am Pallavi, First | Pallavi Sharma

In this episode, Lisa and chat with about moving to the USA at 18 years old to attend Winona State University. Pallavi quickly embraced the American lifestyle and prioritized her independence and career goals despite her parents hopes of an arranged marriage. We go on to discuss blended marriage, cultural traditions, and women in tech. In Episode 33, we welcome Pallavi Sharma.

Listen to this episode of Life in Our Skin. ⁠⁠⁠

LISTEN. Link in bio.

About Life In Our Skin: A podcast created for ‘women in the middle’. Our guests share their American experiences living between the white and black communities.

30/11/2023

In this episode, Lisa Harris and Anahita Champion chat with LeeAnn about her experiences as young Laotian-American growing up in the USA while supporting her immigrant parents with language barriers. Through her upbringing, relationships, divorce and second marriage + growing a blended family, LeeAnn shares challenges and joys within her lived experiences from then to present day. In Episode 32, we welcome LeeAnn Rasachak.



Listen to this episode of Life in Our Skin: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lifeinourskin/episodes/Episode-32-My-Laotian-American-Story--LeeAnn-Rasachak-e21bjtp

24/10/2023

Candy Fresh season 5 continues with

episode 2 featuring HBCUs (Historicalm Black Colleges & Universities) hosted by my gal shakirah Edwards

&

episode 3 talking about Health and Welleness:

On this episode of Candy Fresh we feature Kelly Shay of Harmonious World, Sierra Carter with Heal Mpls and the Boriken Cultural Center. Enjoy the sweetest s...

20/10/2023

Here's the next Life In Our Skin episode… take a listen!

Life In Our Skin with Lisa Harris & Anahita Champion

NEW! Episode 31: Back to India | Shilpa Lewis

Lisa and Anahita chat with Shilpa Lewis, an East Indian woman born and raised in the United States. In this episode, Shilpa talks about the tension and struggles of growing up in an immigrant family. Unlike her peers, her college-educated, traditional father worked multiple jobs to support the family and send money back to India. Shilpa simply wanted to live an American life. This dream was taken away at 14 years old when her family moved back to India where she spent her high school years feeling different. Despite experiencing pain and isolation from both cultures, today Shilpa is thriving, knows herself, and lives in purpose helping other women as a mindfulness coach. In Episode 31, we welcome Shilpa Lewis.

Listen to this episode of Life in Our Skin. ⁠⁠⁠

LISTEN. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lifeinourskin/episodes/Episode-31-Back-to-India--Shilpa-Lewis-e1unoe3

About Life In Our Skin: A podcast created for 'women in the middle'. Our guests share their American experiences living between the white and black communities.

19/10/2023

Season 5 of Candy Fresh kicked off this summer & dove right in with episode 1 featuring Youth Programs around the Twin Cities!

Welcome to the new season of Candy Fresh, brought to you in part by the National Endowment for the Arts! On this episode, we feature the step team, Step wit...

03/10/2023

Today, Lisa Harris & I are thrilled to share our 30th episode of the Life in Our Skin podcast!

We chat with Laura Merino-Franco a South American woman from Colombia, a creative entrepreneur, community supporter, and world traveler.

In this episode, Laura shares about her adjustment to the American culture after moving to the United States at 18. She paints a transparent picture of her experiences trying to blend in versus how to reinvent herself following a life crisis. We hear about her healing journey and search to find self-worth where she "made some noise." In Episode 30, we welcome Laura Merino-Franco

Listen to this episode of Life in Our Skin. ⁠⁠⁠
linktr.ee/lifeinourskin

About Life in Our Skin:
Life in Our Skin supports the advancement of women living between the white and black communities. We provide experiences and opportunities to unify and advocate for one another.

Our mission is to become a resource for women in the middle to better understand their lived experiences, and support their advancement by connecting them to future opportunities.

28/09/2023

28/08/2023

Exciting news!

Lisa Harris and Anahita Champion have reached a milestone of +1,000 plays on their podcast, Life In Our Skin.

In this podcast, they showcase the lived experiences of 'sisters in the middle' to their audience. Congratulations on reaching this incredible milestone!

Take a listen to their latest episode featuring Narate Judy Keys, titled "The Three Musketeers."

Lisa and Anahita chat with Narate Judy Keys, a Khmer-American woman from Cambodia, mother, poet, spoken word artist and author. In this episode, Narate shares a beautiful perspective of the refugee camps from the innocent eyes of a child and how being a talkative, social butterfly helped her learn a new culture and language as an immigrant to the United States. We also learn about the cultural tensions she felt between being an American and honoring her Cambodian roots.

LISTEN. https://lnkd.in/ganDPb-c

About Life In Our Skin: A podcast created for 'women in the middle'. Our guests share their American experiences living between the white and black communities. www.lifeinourskin.com

20/08/2023

Last month, I started co-host the SPNN Forum on SPNN (Saint Paul Neighborhood Network), and in this episode I was so delighted to chat with Linda Sloan of Council for Minnesotans of African Heritage.

It's been a joy to take on this role + beginning my third season co-hosting SPNN's Candy Fresh + contracting with SPNN effective Jan 2023 as their marketing gal.

Community, Media, Non-Profit = my love language

Take a peek friends!

Watch more videos at http://www.SPNN.orgHost Anahita Champion talks with Linda Sloan, Executive Director of the Council for Minnesotans of African Heritage h...

28/07/2023

TONIGHT!