Mondo Moments with Emilyne Mondo

Host Emilyne Mondo shares thoughts on why Woman King is a watershed moment, how black artists are timeless, why this is an important moment for dark skin women in film, and giving thanks to our peers and ancestors in this changing time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emilyne Mondo reads 2 poems by Rumi and an extract from writing by Dr. Bayo Akomfole followed by words by Angel kyodo Williams. reading and sharing wisdom that has helped me in tricky times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Poetry. Inspired by the previous episode with Bren Lo, we are sharing a poem in celebration of Grandmothers. Reading in English by Emilyne Mondo In Spanish by Natalia aka Talia-Arose In Lugisu by Betsy Kimayo The poem was written by Emilyne Mondo @mondomoments All the musical interludes in this episode are by Talia-Arose Insta - Here Website - https://taliaarosemusic.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This was special. I spoke to Bren Lopez, Co-Founder of Diaspora about her journey to creating a party that has become a cultural movement. Her stories and experience lead us beyond the dancing and into the foundation and heart of the collective behind CDMX's hottest party. There are touching stories from Brenda's childhood and reflections on becoming. We touch on BLM, community building, and the Afro-Mexican experience. You can follow Bren Here and The Diaspora Party is Here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Kalifornia is a Musician and Global citizen. Born in America to Cameroonian parents he has lived on several continents and is now making music and magic in Mexico. This is a bold and passionate conversation about falling in love with all that we are. Joe is singing to his own beat and writing the melody; a bare-foot free man who can't be tamed, he came to love courageously and let others know they can do the same. Joe shares his poignant experience with Mycelium and how it opened him up to the beauty of the world.  Follow Joe at @rollinwithjoe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A hello of sorts, opening up Season Two with a poem written and read by Emilyne Mondo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More conversations, poetry, and storytelling with Emilyne Mondo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I've spent the summer tuning into my inner voice, my intuition has to lead me to stillness and movement but mostly investigation. Of everything! Being '' spirit-led '' or following my intuition has never felt so hard, mainly because we have never been exposed to so much information.  The pandemic has set the scene for fear-based thinking and staying open isn't always easy.  In this episode, I explore what intuition is, how I follow mine, and the stories and circumstances that I know intuition has influenced. The two books I mention in the Podcast are ;The more beautiful world that our hearts know is possible by Charles Eisenstein Intuition: The Highest Rung Of the Ladder of Consciousness  - OshoAnd there is a book that I did not mention but listened to while writing this, it was:  Intuition and The Mystical Life by Caroline Myss and Clarissa Pinkola NB - Given these divisive and sensitive times, I would live to make it explicitly clear that this episode is about the exploration of intuition in the age of fear.  It can be applied to many subjects but feels relevant now. 

When thunderstruck at the start of this recording I knew we would be in for a ride. I spoke with my friend, Giselle LeBleu Gant about being an artist and a woman in these times. She opened up about falling out of love with America and into hope and Joy with Ghana and Uganda.  We found ourselves laughing through languish as we searched for the words to describe how we rise from the ashes and find ourselves. There are a few audio glitches in this ep, but I think the stories will carry you through. Giselle is an Actor, writer, and Teacher. She lives between California and Ghana

In part two of our conversation, Sian opens up about the call to action she felt in 2020 during the Black Lives Matter Movement. We talk about finding compassion, white privilege, meeting people where they are, and the importance of action and speaking up. Sian also shares stories from her childhood that shaped who she is. Really enjoyed this vulnerable exploration. You can find Sian here on Instagram and at Hot Pod Yoga London Host:  Mondo Moments 

Sian Goff is an Actor, Writer, and Yoga Teacher. She has been teaching for over seven years and practicing for twelve,  Sian is currently a lead teacher at Hot Pod Yoga. As an Actor, Sian has worked across T.V, film, and theatre,  and appeared in Idris Elba's T.V comedy In the long run. In part 1 of our conversation, we talk about the call from the mountains that led Sian to do her teacher training & the mental challenges of balancing two passions. We also begin to unpack the trickery of the ego in both industries and the work of integrating all aspects of ourselves. Host Mondo @MondoMoments 

Othello De’Souza-Hartley is a mixed media artist based in London. His artistic mediums include photography, film, performance, sound, drawing, and painting. He received an MA in Fine Art from Camberwell College of the Arts and previously studied photography at Central St Martins. Othello’s work explores identity, emotions, masculinity, gender, and the changing perception of the black body.I sat down to speak with Othello on a blustery Friday morning, he shared tender stories of his family life that made me understand him a little more. His creative Mother encouraged him to explore art and stay open and his Dad taught him about attention to detail and quality work. Unfortunately, in  2020 Othello lost his Dad to Covid-19,  we talk about how his untimely passing inspired him to ensure he lives his life to the fullest. We also discuss being visible and invisible in the UK, creating work in Uganda, and not waiting for outside approval or acceptance as a creative. You can see some of the work we talk about on Othello's Instagram HERE Host Emilyne Mondo 

In June 2019 I decided to see what would happen if I stopped drinking alcohol for a while. Nearly two years later and I'm still going. After a lot of reflection, I realised that the timing of this decision has been life-changing. I believe I was in the position that so many people may find themselves in.  This grey area before 'needing AA or battling severe addictions problems ' while at the same time having a feeling that things could get worse and a hope that they will change. In this episode I share a bit of my story and why I think space ' Before AA ' is sacred.  10th - 16th May marks mental Health awareness week. If you or someone you know is struggling please know you are not alone. Here are some resources:  https://www.samaritans.org/https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/In this episode, I mention Sober Girl Society - https://www.instagram.com/sobergirlsociety/Written and Read by Emilyne Mondo 

I found these words after moving through emotions with awareness and guidance. It felt important to express this message: Maybe our ancestors embedded the codes in our Hips. May 1st, 2021  This is dedicated to my sister Sandra Mondo and all my cousins: Chantelle (Happy Birthday)Cynthia, Sheila, Doreen, Esther W, Esther C, Josie, Sheba, Jackie, and Stella. And to my Amazing mum and her sisters - Auntie Florence, Auntie Sarah, Auntie Janet, Auntie Norah, and Auntie Yaya - Thank you for holding us. 

On April 20th 2021 A jury in Minnesota found Derek Chauvin Guilty on three counts of murdering George Floyd. It is the first time in Minnesota history that a police officer has been found guilty of the murder of a black man.  While it is history, it is not justice. It is overdue accountability and the very first steps to a change that African Americans have been fighting for. This horrific murder sent shockwaves around the world and sparked the largest protests we have seen since the civil rights movement. This meditative reflection is a space to breathe and be still.  The pandemic year that kept us in our homes also allowed a stillness that enabled us to witness this moment. 

In this episode, Dr. Kuku is vulnerable and raw in her exploration of her personal growth and the moments that really sparked change in her life and career. She also shares her thoughts on fertility treatment and pearls of wisdom about asking for help when you need it and not being afraid to create a world of freedom that suits you. The life coach she mentions is Naomi Cambridge. The book I reference is The Artists Way by Julia Cameron. Dr. Kuku is on Instagram here This episode was hosted by Emilyne Mondo 

Dr Stephanie Kuku is nothing short of exceptional.She is currently a Senior advisor and consultant in Clinical AI at the World Health Organisation’s Department of Digital Health & Innovation. I wanted to meet the soul behind the science - In this episode Dr Stephanie shares stories from the delivery room, reflections on her early career in medicine and thoughts on cancer treatment and prevention post pandemic. ( And of course LIFE!)  Extended Bio  Dr  Kuku has over 15 years of clinical and research experience and has trained and worked in the NHS/HCA as a surgical oncologist specialising in women's cancer's.During her clinical career Dr Kuku sat on council of a National Cancer Society (BGCS) and was awarded numerous International travelling fellowships to; Memorial Sloane Kettering Cancer Centre in New York, Cancer Hospital Pernambuco in Brazil, and Centre du Cancer Oscar Lambret in France. Dr Stephanie Kuku is an angel investor and sits on a Healthcare investment committee, advising on deal flow and due diligence. She contributes to advisory boards across the health sector and provides advisory consultancy to a range of organisations and  is a regular speaker on validation of health technology and has hosted a US podcast (HLTH) on themes around technology and the future of health.Dr Stephanie Kuku on Instagram Host: Emilyne Mondo @Mondomoments 

This deep dive with the musical  icon Shingai Shoniwa is very special. In moment's it feels like channeling and other times it’s a call to courage. Shingai walks with her ancestors in heart and music, she grounds this truth beautifully by expressing ‘’I’ve got voices in me, I’ve got people behind me that I have to honour. Whether I like it or not. If you don't honour your ancestors my personal belief is  you're not really honouring yourself.’’ The lessons and wisdom in this episode are liberating and uplifting. If you have not listened to Upcycle and Recycle your pain with Shingai, please listen to that episode first! - This is the bonus AND continuation.This episode was recorded before International Women’s Day, so the video for Too Bold is out now - you can watch it here Follow Shingai here The hashtag for the Too Bold Challenge is #TooBoldChallange A way of being free -  By Ben Okri Here This episode was Hosted and Produced by Emilyne Mondo 

Mondologue's are brief moment's of storytelling, reflection and free thinking from your host Emiyne Mondo. They will appear on the podcast from time to time, normally at the end of each season. In the first ever Mondologue Emilyne give's you a brief insight into the moment's that changed her life; from the disconnection in London that lead to New York.  And moving from acting, modelling, activism and yoga  then right back home to community and storytelling. This episode was created and produced by Emilyne Host Emilyne Mondo @mondomoments

Jonelle Lewis is a truly vibrant soul.  She is showing up in this world as yoga practitioner; teaching, training and mentoring. With over 15 years of yoga practice and nearly a thousand hours of training  she is every inch the eternal student.  Jonelle has recently co-founded Radical Darshan,  ''  a 300-hr YTT where social justice & collective care are centred as the fabric of the curriculum.''  Let me say one thing, if this is the future of yoga we have a lot to be excited about.  In this episode we talk about community, the roots of the practice and how it supports conscious action towards a more loving  world. More  On Radical Darshan Here: https://www.instagram.com/radicaldarshan/Jonelle's  Website :  https://www.jonellelewis.com/  Host: Emilyne Mondo  : Mondo Moments Producer: Zoe Anderson : Zoe Sounds 

Joycelyn Longdon is in her first year of a 4 year Mres + PhD at Cambridge University, she is studying the application of Artificial Intelligence to Climate Change. In April 2020 Joycelyn founded Climate in Colour - an online education platform and community for the climate curious. It stands at the intersection of climate science and social justice and is making climate conversations more accessible and diverse. It was a joy to be in conversation with Joycelyn as she spoke candidly about depression & spirituality, navigating institutions and the ambitious vision she has for the future. She’s definitely one to watch! For more information on the courses and resources mentioned in this episode check out www.climateincolour.com / @climateincolour Mondo Moments is Produced by Zoe Anderson @zoeandersonsoundHost and Creative Producer Emilyne Mondo @mondomoments

Shingai Shoniwa is full of stories, wisdom and radical truth. In this episode Shingai opens up about the reasons for starting a record label, moving through 2020 and answering the call to be in warmer climes. Keep your eyes peeled for more of this conversation. Shingai’s album ‘’ Too Bold ‘’ is out now. The music video for "Too Bold" single, is out on Friday 12th March. Note: This conversation include's a discussion about Endometriosis - For further information and support please check out - https://endometriosis-uk.org/Mondo Moments is produced by Zoe Anderson @zoeandersonsoundHost Emilyne Mondo at @mondomoments

Hello, welcome to Mondo Moments. Thank you for joining us on this journey of conversations and stories. Here's a little trailer to warm you up.