Unwrapped - the human behind the profile

In this episode, Donna shares her incredible story; from losing her baby brother when he was just 3 months old and its resulting impact on her entire family, suffering for 4 decades with poor mental health, her decision not to have children, and the realisation that she has ultimate control of her journey, and taking steps to live a life that gives her an overall sense of happiness.

No better way to wrap up Pride Month for 2022, than with a little special Unwrapped episode.We're thrilled that Miranda had the opportunity to interview her amazing daughter, Milan Cain and talk specifically about her experiences; coming out, the continuing journey, the trials and tribulations, the personal transformation and the ultimate sense of freedom.

In this episode, our guest Erica Farmer opens up about being diagnosed with hyperactivity at the age of 5, her parent's divorce, living life with fibromyalgia, and how going from the corporate world - where she was constantly told she was 'too much' - to starting her own business, Quantum Rise, and finding her 'people' has had an incredibly positive impact on both her mental and physical, well-being.

We've flipped the script with this episode of Unwrapped… the interviewer becomes the interviewee! Today, our MD, Miranda, speaks candidly about her life experience; being abandoned as a baby, as a child in the care system, being adopted by white folks, growing up in an area where no one looked like her, racism, and the resulting journey of self-discovery and ultimately acceptance, the need to hold herself and others to account as part of the journey of healing, and the life-changing decisions she made, as a result. It's a no holds barred episode, including some strong language, but offers real and raw insight into her human experience… which, for anyone who knows her, is nothing less than you'd expect! And also goes to show, it's never too late…

In this episode, Loti Nambombe shares his remarkable childhood journey; starting life in Angola, moving to Belgium as a small child, then to London, before settling in Manchester, his sadly routine experience of racism, his ongoing journey in regards to his mental health, the responsibility of being a role model, of raising mixed-race children and the honour of being an ambassador for NIKE.He is without doubt one of the most positive, driven and inspirational people we've had the pleasure of meeting and interviewing. He really is a beacon of positivity and light for future generations!

In this episode, Jordan Wilson shares his ongoing battle with Bipolar Disorder, a gambling addiction, navigating the impact of putting too much importance on the opinions of others, and his decision to take ultimate control over his life by creating STIGMA; a clothing brand that truly celebrates people's differences and proves that you can create something genuinely amazing if you really put your mind to it!*Warning contains strong language*

In this episode, our inspirational guest, Emma Tomes, talks about her life: Becoming a Mum in her teens, the ongoing journey of living with anxiety and loneliness, when redundancy feels like much more than “losing a job”, the impact on her and her family of suicide and her resulting drive to support others through similar experiences. And her recent discovery that… it really is okay to just be yourself!

Unwrapped: The human behind the profile - Episode 4 featuring Vicky GerrishIn this episode, she talks about her life; significant relocations, balancing a demanding career, single motherhood, fighting to ensure her child received the education he deserved, and finally finding her true purpose at 50!#podcast #podcastinterview #unwrapped #conversation

In this episode, Miranda is joined by special guest Bhavik Pancholi as he shares his inspirational story. Realization around his sexuality with the layered cultural complexities of a Hindu, Gujarati, Indian heritage. Sometimes when we anticipate the worst, people surprise us in the best possible way.

Elke is the founder and Creative Director of Ivy House. She is also the author of the bestselling book ‘Extraordinary: How to Lead a Bigger, Braver, More Meaningful Life'. Find out how the choices you make can lead you along a path to leading your best life. We are all searching for it. Find out how Elke found it - and the trials and tribulations along the way.

What do planned robberies, the educational system, equality and diversity, and storytelling have in common? Find out about the bolt-cutter butterfly effect...Join Elev-8's Miranda Cain, as she hosts special guest, Dr. Mark Davies (Anthropology and Sociology)Mark's story is filled with life-changing (and affirming) moments. His unique lens on humanity comes from years studying human behaviour - both his own and through academic research of broader cultures.