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Mohamed El Mahdi
From Engineer to Barnes & Noble Author: Mohamed Elmahdi Wild Journey (Now He's Looking for a Wife)
EP. 38 / 1:19:31
This week features a conversation with Mohamed El Mahdi entrepreneur, writer and accomplished author of "Gamma Brother" and "Girl From Ganymede." As a Sudanese-American with a profound family legacy tracing back to revolutionary leader Muhammad Ahmad al-Mahdi, he shares how his heritage shapes his identity while navigating life as an engineer, horse rider, and storyteller.
August 28, 2025
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EPISODE NO. 38 / 1:19:31
Ep 38: From Engineer to Barnes & Noble Author: Mohamed Elmahdi Wild Journey (Now He's Looking for a Wife)
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This week features a conversation with Mohamed El Mahdi entrepreneur, writer and accomplished author of "Gamma Brother" and "Girl From Ganymede." As a Sudanese-American with a profound family legacy tracing back to revolutionary leader Muhammad Ahmad al-Mahdi, he shares how his heritage shapes his identity while navigating life as an engineer, horse rider, and storyteller.
In this candid discussion, Elmahdi opens up about his creative journey from petroleum engineering to becoming a self-published author, his passion for connecting youth through horse riding programs, and how his books intertwine sci-fi with themes of cultural identity, Islam, and diaspora experiences. Whether you're interested in Sudanese history, finding success as a creative, or the art of balancing a multifaceted life, this episode is for you!
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