LittleBrownWomen: The Unplugged Podcast

LBW welcome the magical Charlie, CEO and founder of two luxury brands, Azurina and Alunar, e-commerce expert and life creative. In this episode, they dive deep with Charlie about a wide range of relatable and provocative topics:- Life as an individual, business owner and boss through the covid 19 pandemic; - Thoughts on empowerment;- Discussing personal growth and personal responsibility; - Lessons on entrepreneurialism; - The importance of mental and physical health and wellbeing; - Humanity and love;- Cultural appreciation; and- The importance of mindset and its affect on our lives. This is a conversation that will evoke emotions and help you to self-reflect in a profound way. 

Welcome back to our LBW family! We are excited to be back with some great guests, but this year, you will be hearing a lot more from us...In this episode, we welcome you back to Season 2 of The Unplugged Podcast and let you in to what has been happening in our lives, including: - major life changes - post pandemic experiences- growth over the past year - how to deal with challenges life throws at you ~Stay in touch with LBW on: Instagram: @littlebrownwomenTwitter: @LBWTweetEmail: hello@littlebrownwomen.com~Technical editing by Hrishikesh VasishthContent and production by Roxanna Sarkar-PatelGraphics and design by Dhamayanthy Parameswaran

LBW welcome the incredible founders of Herby Box, Paul Otote and Yemi Awopetu, entrepreneurs, professionals in the realms of herbs and mindfulness and creators onto the show. In this episode, they talk openly with Paul and Yemi about some very real and important aspects of personal and professional life, including:- Their career journey to date;- Their passion for herbs and plants and how it has changed their lives; - The importance of culture and heritage and its effect on their day to day life; - Trusting the process; - Why learning is essential; - How to accept and celebrate yourself; - The true journey of entrepreneurialism and how to stay in your lane; - The importance of mindset and its affect on our lives; and- How authenticity is the foundational stone for everything. This is a conversation that is so real and raw and will certainly help to uplift and inspire so many - we hope you walk away from this episode feeling energised, revitalised and uplifted. -Stay in touch with LBW on: Instagram: @littlebrownwomenTwitter: @LBWTweetEmail: hello@littlebrownwomen.com-Technical editing by Hrishikesh VasishthContent and production by Roxanna Sarkar-PatelGraphics and design by Dhamayanthy Parameswaran

LBW welcome the formidable Toni Tone, writer, speaker, content creator, podcast host and author onto the show. In this episode, they talk candidly with Toni about important aspects of life and self- development, including:- Toni's career journey to date; - How to become self-proficient;- The secret to manifesting the life you want;- Learning and growing from past relationships;- The importance of self-love; - Defining moments of her identity journey as a black woman; - How to accept and celebrate yourself; - The impact of cultural expectations on female adulthood and development; and - The importance of mindset and its affect on our lives. This is a conversation that we have waited to have for so long - it is not one to be missed. -Stay in touch with LBW on: Instagram: @littlebrownwomenTwitter: @LBWTweetEmail: hello@littlebrownwomen.com-Content and production by Roxanna Sarkar-PatelGraphics and design by Dhamayanthy ParameswaranTechnical editing by Hrishikesh Vasishth and Karniya Sivapalan

LBW welcome the impressive Akash and Niki Mehta, dynamic sibling duo, CEO and Creative Director of their jointly founded Ayurvedic haircare and wellness brand, Fable & Mane, on to the show. In this episode, they talk honestly with Akash and Niki about a whole host of things, including: Their upbringing and career inspiration;How they have followed their passion;The inspiration behind Fable & Mane; The importance of Ayurvedic wellness;Breaking South Asian cultural stereotypes and generational old school thinking; The reality of being entrepreneurs in their respective high ranking roles at Fable & Mane; The lived experience of working together as siblings and business partners; Striving in the face of failure and the importance of mindset in life and business;How to remain authentic and build self awareness;  How to enjoy life and find balance; The spiritual side of business; How to stay in your own lane and not compare; and The importance of self-love and being kind to ourselves. This is the conversation that reveals the people behind the brand and touches on the ethos and wisdom that Akash and Niki live and do business by. This is an episode that everyone will want to listen to (and if you love dogs, Akash and Niki's lovely pup Chai makes an appearance at a few points!) Stay in touch with LBW on: Instagram: @littlebrownwomen Twitter: @LBWTweet Email: hello@littlebrownwomen.com _____________Content and production by Roxanna Sarkar-PatelGraphics and design by Dhamayanthy ParameswaranTechnical editing and episode production by Karniya Sivapalan and Hrishikesh Vasishth

LBW welcome the magical Danica Gim, international artist, writer and poet, on to the show. In this episode, we talk openly with Danica about a wide range of interesting and provocative topics:- Her conservative upbringing; - Thoughts on female empowerment, feminism and the patriarchy;- Raising awareness on endometriosis and Danica's personal experience;- The inspiration behind her art and writing; - Racism and prejudice, including theirs and her lived experiences; - Humanity and love;- Intercultural relationships, including her own marriage; and- The importance of mindset and its affect on our lives. This is a conversation that cannot be missed and will certainly make you do some deep thinking. Stay in touch with LBW on: Instagram: @littlebrownwomenTwitter: @LBWTweetEmail: hello@littlebrownwomen.com________________Technical editing by Karniya Sivapalan Content and production by Roxanna Sarkar-PatelGraphics and design by Dhamayanthy Parameswaran

LBW welcome their final guest in the Women in Business Series 2021, the inspiring Grace Regan. Grace is an entrepreneur, chef and founder of vegan Indian restaurant, Spicebox, in London. In this episode, Roxy, Kay and Dhammy explore Grace's childhood and life journey, the inspiration behind Spicebox and owning a restaurant and the realities of being an entrepreneur. Grace speaks openly about her love for Indian culture and cooking and how she celebrates both as a British woman. Stay in touch with LBW on: Instagram: @littlebrownwomenTwitter: @LBWTweetEmail: hello@littlebrownwomen.com__________________Technical editing by Karniya Sivapalan Content and production by Roxanna Sarkar-PatelGraphics and design by Dhamayanthy Parameswaran

LBW welcome the magical Roxie Nafousi, a professional emotional health advisor, writer, entrepreneur, podcast host, qualified yoga teacher and self love activist, onto the show. In this candid episode, LBW speak to Roxie about her life and journey towards emotional and physical health and happiness, her personal philosophy on relationships, wisdom gained from motherhood and how she uses self-development to find balance between work and play. Stay in touch with LBW on: Instagram: @littlebrownwomenTwitter: @LBWTweetEmail: hello@littlebrownwomen.com_________________Technical editing by Karniya Sivapalan Content and production by Roxanna Sarkar-PatelGraphics and design by Dhamayanthy Parameswaran

Episode 3 of the Women in Business Series is here! In this episode, we speak to the brilliant Ramona Gohil, entrepreneur and founder of feminist driven jewellery brand, Rani & Co.  We explore Ramona's journey to becoming a business owner, what role feminism plays in her life and how it inspires her business and her advice on starting a company and how she stays innovative. Stay in touch with LBW on: Instagram: @littlebrownwomenTwitter: @LBWTweetEmail: hello@littlebrownwomen.com_________________Technical editing by Karniya Sivapalan Content and production by Roxanna Sarkar-PatelGraphics and design by Dhamayanthy Parameswaran

LBW welcome DJ Rugrat, an internationally renowned DJ, entrepreneur and owner of professional DJ company, Musical Movements, onto the podcast.  In this episode, they chat with DJ Rugrat about his upbringing and journey to DJ fame, the realities of being a musical entrepreneur, his identity as a man and father, his mental attitude towards life and success and how he has stayed innovative during the covid-19 lockdown. Stay in touch with LBW on: Instagram: @littlebrownwomenTwitter: @LBWTweetEmail: hello@littlebrownwomen.com_________________Technical editing by Karniya Sivapalan Content and production by Roxanna Sarkar-PatelGraphics and design by Dhamayanthy Parameswaran

In the second episode of the season, LBW welcome Farrah Gray,  Farrah is a beauty brand developer freelancer, founder of beauty strategy and specialist company, Founder Comms and the Brand Manager for award winning eco skincare company, Tropic Skincare.In today's episode, Roxy, Kay and Dhammy explore Farrah's journey into the world of beauty, the cultural highs and lows of working within the beauty industry and how doing business differently brings you personal peace and contentment. Stay in touch with LBW on: Instagram: @littlebrownwomenTwitter: @LBWTweetEmail: hello@littlebrownwomen.com_________________Technical editing by Karniya Sivapalan Content and production by Roxanna Sarkar-PatelGraphics and design by Dhamayanthy Parameswaran

In today's episode, we tackle the age old concept of accountability and how to call yourself out on your own bull****. In true fashion, we open up and reveal how we have struggled to hold ourselves accountable from childhood to adulthood, our experience of culturalrestrictions on self-prioritisation, how we have held ourselves back and what we are doing to change the narrative of our lives. Stay in touch with LBW on: Instagram: @littlebrownwomenTwitter: @LBWTweetEmail: hello@littlebrownwomen.com________________Technical editing by Karniya Sivapalan Content and production by Roxanna Sarkar-PatelGraphics and design by Dhamayanthy Parameswaran

In their first episode of the Women in Business Series, Roxy, Kay and Dhammy welcome Nivetha Vijay (often known as Veetha by her social media following), an iconic entrepreneur, business owner and Instagram influencer.  In today's episode, LBW explore Nivetha's journey to becoming a South Asian female business woman, the realities and challenges of being a business owner and her experience with cultural expectations, breaking them and learning how to prioritise herself.Stay in touch with LBW on: Instagram: @littlebrownwomenTwitter: @LBWTweetEmail: hello@littlebrownwomen.com_________________Technical editing by Karniya Sivapalan Content and direction by Roxanna Sarkar-PatelGraphic artwork by Dhamayanthy Parameswaran

In their first episode of 2021, LBW welcome Tene Edwards, a spoken word artist, writer and poet and author of a  raw and visceral debut collection "Walk with Wings". Tene is a fierce advocate for self discovery and female empowerment and has helped herself and countless others do just that through her writing. In today's episode, we explore the Tene's story on becoming a writer and poet, her view of self-love and relationships and her journey of self-discovery and how she consistently achieves enlightenment.Stay in touch with LBW on: Instagram: @littlebrownwomenTwitter: @LBWTweetEmail: hello@littlebrownwomen.com__________________Technical editing by Karniya Sivapalan Content and direction by Roxanna Sarkar-PatelGraphic artwork by Dhamayanthy Parameswaran

An episode filled with reflections and thanks for our amazing listeners and guests. Without you the Unplugged podcast wouldn't exist, so thank you! We can't wait to share our 2021 journey with you all but until then, take care, live big and be kind to yourselves

Roxy, Kay and Dhammy catch up with the inspiring  Elise Gill on the fourth and final episode of Season 1 of the Identity Series.In this episode, LBW wrap up this season of the Identity Series by exploring Elise's unique journey towards her career, the importance of self-care and how she unapologetically and confidently embodies her individual identity.Stay in touch with LBW on:Instagram: @littlebrownwomenTwitter - @LBWtweetEmail - hello@littlebrownwomen.com

In this episode, Roxy, Kay and Dhammy open up and share heartfelt reflections on the past year, things they have struggled with and what positive and restorative actions they have and are putting in place to deal with the turbulence and change that this year has brought. This conversation is a truly honest one and we hope you, our amazing listeners, listen, can relate and leave feeling like you are understood and supported. Stay in touch with LBW on: Instagram: @littlebrownwomenTwitter: @LBWTweetEmail: hello@littlebrownwomen.com

Roxy, Kay and Dhammy chat with the formidable Tiwa Ogunlesi on the third episode of Season 1 of the Identity Series.In this episode, LBW discuss Tiwa's incredible personal journey towards love of self, important parts of her cultural heritage and upbringing, the founding of her brand and podcast Confident and Killing and her spiritual enlightenment and self love practice that has shaped who she is and informs how she helps other women confidently embody their individuality. Stay in touch with LBW on:Instagram: @littlebrownwomenTwitter - @LBWtweetEmail - hello@littlebrownwomen.com

Episode 3 - Why Health Really Is Wealth, with Jeffrey BoadiRoxy, Kay and Dhammy catch up with vegan food and health expert, the wonderful Jeffrey Boadi. In this episode, LBW delve into Jeffrey's personal journey to veganism, how food is perceived through a cultural lens and the often ignored topic of BAME related health and finally how veganism has positively affected Jeffrey's spirituality and relationship. Stay in touch with LBW on: Instagram: @littlebrownwomenTwitter: @LBWTweetEmail: hello@littlebrownwomen.com

Roxy, Kay and Dhammy catch up with uber creative couple Niran Vinod and Christine (Tin) Lovelyn, on the second episode of Season 1 of the Identity Series.In this episode, LBW candidly explores the beauty of Niran and Tin's interracial relationship and challenges they have faced together, their individual identity journeys, how they have built their careers and how they enjoy culture by living without cultural constraints.   Stay in touch with LBW on: Instagram: @littlebrownwomen Twitter - @LBWtweetEmail - hello@littlebrownwomen.com 

On this episode, LBW welcome Ava Welsing-Kitcher, a freelance beauty editor and brand consultant. They discuss Ava's life journey, how she came to be a beauty editor, what culture and identity means to her and how she is actively changing stereotypical attitudes and assumptions about Black beauty and hair. Stay in touch with LBW on:Instagram - @littlebrownwomenTwitter - @LBWtweet Email - hello@littlebrownwomen.com

Roxy, Kay and Dhammy take the mic on the first episode of Season 1 of the Identity Series. Identity has unsurprisingly been a hot topic of conversation during 2020 and the world has seen this abstract yet  important notion be a catalyst for social movements and inspire popular culture. On this episode, the founders of LBW discuss what identity means to them, where it has cropped up in their lives so far, how cultural identity has affected them and how they  are navigating their own journeys of self.  Stay in touch with LBW on:Instagram - @littlebrownwomenTwitter - @LBWtweet Email - hello@littlebrownwomen.com

The LittleBrownWomen Podcast is hosted by us, Dhammy, Kay and Roxy, three Brown British Women. We launched this podcast in order to have open and honest conversations, amongst ourselves and with a range of guests, which focus on the interplay between professional and personal life and the issues that can crop up in both arenas. We cover subjects that are taboo, unexplored and stigmatised but often affect nearly all of us at some point during our lives. We speak candidly about our experiences (often in a cultural context) and have in depth discussions with our guests, in order to create a safe and empowering space for you, our listeners, to help you to take charge of your life and feel supported in your individual journey.