In this deeply authentic episode of the Self Help Show, Emmy-winning songwriter, hip-hop artist, and cultural bridge-builder Dumi “DRAZE” Maraire Jr. shares his extraordinary journey from Zimbabwean roots and a musical family legacy to creative success in Hollywood. Draze opens up about trusting the process, staying devoted to your craft, and how love and passion transform work into something much deeper than a paycheck.

Timestamps

• 00:00 – Introduction & Guest Reveal Host Gina welcomes Draze, highlights his Emmy win, and celebrates his contributions to music and culture.
• 00:42 – Origins: Family, Heritage, and Early Inspiration
• 05:31 – Finding Hip-Hop and Building A New Voice
• 06:44 – The Power (and Limits) of Self-Help