Mishaal Tamer is a 23-year-old, half-Ecuadorian, Saudi Arabian pop star who makes music to heal. He first picked up the guitar to strengthen his hand after severely injuring his arm as a child. After a combination of traumatic experiences, his mental health was at a low point and he started writing music to express his pain and loneliness. His vulnerable and emotional lyrics have resonated with thousands of online followers. On the podcast, he opens up about his mental health, body image issues, imposter syndrome, family, and music aspirations.