Wanna Be

I‘ve been following Jamz for a few years now, and I've had the pleasure of watching her evolve and elevate her career in many different ways. Jamz Supernova made her name on BBC Radio 1Xtra and Radio 6 music. Jamz is also a presenter, label head, journalist, podcast host and A&R scout. In today's episode, Jamz will teach you the importance of making space for your passion. She shares how she's funded her career as a DJ and kept up with the trends in her industry. Jamz also describes how she allows curiosity to drive her career. Let's get to itJamz has such great energy, and can we talk about that gem she dropped so casually about how she decides where to put her energy? Here's a reminder -It needs to feed my soul, raise my profile or feed my bank account. I'm putting that on my mirror. It was great to hear how she's balancing motherhood with her work. It's wild how similar we are in that respect. I highly recommend following Jamz on @Jamzsupernova on Twitter or Instagram.Thank you so much for listening. I hope this half an hour has made you think, reflect and contemplate what your next step should be.I'd like to encourage you to think about one person who would benefit from the messages shared today, and I'd love for you to share this episode with them right now! If you'd like to keep up with the latest episode releases, follow Wanna Be on your favourite podcast player and follow us on Instagram @contentisqueenhq.CreditsThis is a Content is Queen ProductionHosted and produced by me Imriel MorganEditing and Sound Design by Joseph Perry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less. Happy Black History Month! I'm Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast community that specialises in empowering and amplifying underrepresented voices, specifically women, people of colour, and LGBTQIA+ people. Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be's focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry. Today's guest is Zeba Blay is a film and culture critic whose writing has been featured in The New York Times, Essence, Film Quarterly and The Village Voice to name a few. Zeba has spent her nearly decade-long career writing about pop culture at the intersection of race, gender, and identity; being one of the first people to coin the term #CarefreeBlackGirls on Twitter in 2013 to create a space to celebrate black womanhood online. In today's interview Zeba and I talk about the challenges of finding your voice as a writer and we explore what it might mean if you don't find your voice. We talk about working through your fears and getting comfortable and uncomfortable with therapy. We also talk about what it means to be a Carefree Black Girl I don't know if you noticed but i was 100% having a moment because Zeba's podcast was literally one of the first 5 podcasts i ever listened to and made me feel like I could take up space in the world. I highly recommend you get her book Carefree Black Girls which is a celebration of black womanhood in all its forms. Also if you like Zeba's vibe, follow her on Twitter @zblay. As usual I hope this half an hour has made you think, reflect and contemplate what your next step should be. If you enjoyed this episode please do share it with your friends or on social media. If you're a podcaster or thinking you want to join a community that takes you and your podcast to the next level. Go ahead and visit contentisqueen.org where you can access free resources, talks and news as well as joining our community. That's contentisqueen.org That's a wrap, thank you so much for listening. Until next time…. Byeeee CreditsThis is a Content is Queen ProductionHosted by me Imriel MorganEdited by Joseph PerrySound Design by Amber MillerMusic and sound FX's are from Epidemic Sound See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome the Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less. Happy Black History Month! I'm Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast community that specialises in empowering and amplifying underrepresented voices, specifically women, people of colour, and LGBTQIA+ people. Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be's focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry. But this month we're going to spend some time looking back as well as forward. Today's guest is writer, stylist and consultant Aja Barber whose work deals with the intersections of sustainability and the fashion landscape. Aja has amassed a platform of over 200k Instagram followers who look to her for insights, education and knowledge on what's happening in the world of sustainable fashion and consumerism. Aja's work builds heavily on ideas behind privilege, wealth inequality, racism, feminism, colonialism and how to fix the fashion industry with all these things in mind. In today's interview Aja shares what it's really like to grow your platform and the pitfalls that come with sudden growth. Aja reveals what it takes to take down fast fashion and what you need to do to be on the right side of history. We also get into the intersections of fast fashion, from colonialism, climate change and Consumerism.Wheeew we got deep and this was not an easy edit let me tell you so Let's get into it! I think I'm going to have to put out the extended cut of this interview because this snippet isn't giving everything it's supposed to gave! I mean we got so deep and I can only hope that it's got you thinking. If this is the first time you're coming across Aja Barber and her work I highly recommend following her over on Instagram @AjaBarber and buying her book ‘Consumed” to really understand the situation we're presently in! I hope this half an hour has made you think, reflect and contemplate what your next step should be. If you enjoyed this episode please do share it with your friends or on social media. If you're a podcaster or thinking you can do what I do please do check out contentisqueen.org where you can access free resources, talks and news as well as joining our community. That's contentisqueen.org That's a wrap, thank you so much for listening. Until next time…. Byeeee CreditsThis is a Content is Queen ProductionHosted by me Imriel MorganEdited by Joseph PerrySound Design by Amber MillerMusic and sound FX's are from Epidemic Sound See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less. Happy Black History Month! I'm Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast community that specialises in empowering and amplifying underrepresented voices, specifically women, people of colour, and LGBTQIA+ people. Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be's focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry. But this month we're going to spend some time looking back as well as forward. [STING]Today's guest is Alayo Akinkugbe who is the Founder and Mastermind of @ABlackHistoryOfArt on Instagram which she founded in February 2020. Alayo is an Art History graduate from Cambrisge University and is studying her MA in Curating at Courtald. Through @ABlackHistoryOfArt Alayo highlights overlooked black artists, sitters, curators and thinkers from art history and the present day. As of recording the platform has over 50,000 Followers. In today's interview Alayo shares what she loves about Art History and how she was able to carve out a lane in space that traditionally excludes Black art and history. We explore what success looks like in Art history and how that's reflected in her career. We also dive deeper into some of the barriers to entry in Art and Art history and how you can overcome them. Alayo is levels! I loved this conversation it was refreshing to hear her passion and joy about the lane she occupies in Art history right now! It's inspiring to see too! I highly recommend you follow @ABlackHistoryOfArt on Instagram if you're in the mood to be moved and uplifted. Ok so this one is defo going to be extended for a bonus because we went to levels I couldn't fully deliver in just 30 minutes! As usual I hope this half an hour has made you think, reflect and contemplate what your next step should be. If you enjoyed this episode please do share it with your friends or on social media. If you're a podcaster or thinking you want to join a community that takes you and your podcast to the next level. Go ahead and visit contentisqueen.org where you can access free resources, talks and news as well as joining our community. That's contentisqueen.org That's a wrap, thank you so much for listening. Until next time…. Byeeee CreditsThis is a Content is Queen ProductionHosted by me Imriel MorganEdited by Joseph PerrySound Design by Amber MillerMusic and sound FX's are from Epidemic Sound See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome the Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less. Happy Black History Month! I'm Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast community that specialises in empowering and amplifying underrepresented voices, specifically women, people of colour, and LGBTQIA+ people. Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be's focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry. But this month we're going to spend some time looking back as well as forward. Today's guest is Fiona Compton a Historian, Filmmaker and visual Artists. Fiona is also the Founder of the incredibly popular Instagram Page, Know Your Caribbean a platform dedicated to the enrichment of the history and culture of the Caribbean. Fiona is also a podcast host and you can hear her on the Relateable podcast a safe space for Black People and she recently launched the Know Your Caribbean podcast for people that wanted to dive deeper into some of the stories and histories she shares on Instagram In today's interview Fiona and I talk about the desire to leave your mark in the creative industries, we talk about owning the title of Historian and reframing history without the white gaze. We also talk about some of financial and emotional barriers and obstacles to that come with sharing Black and Caribbean history. Let's get into it! Something that really sat with me after this interview was the importance of finding and confidently owning your voice. I really loved what Fiona had to say about reframing the sources and looking at what was being described and reimagining that without a white or Christian lens. Powerful stuff. I highly recommend you check out @KnowYourCaribbean on Instagram. It is a wealth of knowledge but also joy, colour and light. ANd do check out the podcast which has the most beautiful production behind it. I hope this half an hour has made you think, reflect and contemplate what your next step should be. If you enjoyed this episode please do share it with your friends or on social media. If you're a podcaster or thinking you can do what I do please do check out contentisqueen.org where you can access free resources, talks and news as well as joining our community. That's contentisqueen.org That's a wrap, thank you so much for listening. Until next time…. Byeeee See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less. Happy Black History Month! I'm Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast community that specializes in empowering and amplifying underrepresented voices, specifically women, people of colour, and LGBTQIA+ people. Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be's focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry. But this month we're going to spend some time looking back as well as forward.Today's guest is the self-proclaimed Gen-Z historian Kahlil Greene. Kahlil Greene is an online educator with ~500,000 followers across TikTok, Instagram, and LinkedIn platforms! He was recently profiled in The New York Times for his digital education work.In addition to being a viral historical communicator, Kahlil is currently studying the History of Social Change at Yale University. Where he was elected the first Black student body president in Yale's 318-year history at just 19 years old. In today's interview, Kahlil and I talk openly about the importance of sharing Black History across different cultures and geographies. Kahlil reveals how his experience in education has enabled him to develop his unique teaching style. And he shares how he's able to look past the traumas and keep spreading the word about our history. Let's get into it! I'm so in awe of this young man! He's really just come up and taken all this attention in his stride. Please do check out Kahlil's work over on Instagram @kahlil.greene honestly you'll learn so much! I still do! I hope this half an hour has made you think, reflect and contemplate what your next step should be. If you enjoyed this episode please do share it with your friends or on social media. If you're a podcaster or thinking you can do what I do please do check out contentisqueen.org where you can access free resources, talks and news as well as joining our community. That's contentisqueen.org. That's a wrap, thank you so much for listening. CreditsThis is a Content is Queen ProductionHosted by me Imriel MorganEdited by Joseph PerrySound Design by Amber MillerMusic and sound FX's are from Epidemic Sound See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome back to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.I'm Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now. You can now become a member and get unlimited access to both of our podcast studios for just £199 a month. Head on over to Contentisqueen.org to learn more.Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be's focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.Today I'm back with three uplifting guests who are going to help you:Think about your video presenceTo not chase the things everyone else is doingAnd check in with your bodyLet's get into itToday's guest is model, author and student Naomi Shimada. Naomi is the host of Beauty Fix on BBC Sounds and the co-author of Mixed Feelings. She has starred in campaigns for Nike, H&M and Gap and her writing has been featured in Vogue, Elle and The Observer.In this episode, Naomi and I talk about the effects of overwhelm and taking a step back from the online and digital world. We explore how our lifestyles can contribute to our health and why we should be listening to our bodies, and intution when it comes to our work.Let's go...Right, I want you to get to know Brian Hollingsworth who is a social media expert. Here he is with a quick message for you. You can always rely on Brian to keep things straight with you, I'm not sure video is the next frontier but I do know I now have to add practicings my video presence to my ever-growing to-do list. You should 100% be following Brian on Instagram @theBKH if you aren't already. He's forever dropping gems on how to be a better content creator on social. Now back to our incredible guest Naomi Shimada.Ok, let me tell you, Naomi and I were VIBING in this episode. I can only hope that all the goodness transferred over to you too. To find out about Naomi's work you can find her on Instagram on @NaomiShimadaBefore we wrap up, Here's author, writer and podcaster Natalie Lue with some must-hear advice about carving your own path.That's a wrap, thank you so much for listening. I hope this half an hour has made you think, reflect and contemplate what your next step should be.I'd like to encourage you to think about one person who would benefit from the messages shared today and I'd love for you to share this episode with them, right now! If you'd like to hear the extended interview with Naomi, all you have to do is screenshot and share this episode to your Instagram stories and tag @contentisqueenhq.Remember you can now become a member and get unlimited access to both of our podcast studios for just £199 a month. Head on over to Contentisqueen.org to learn more.Until next time…. ByeeeeCreditsThis is a Content is Queen ProductionHosted by me Imriel MorganEdited by Joseph PerrySound Design by Amber MillerMusic and sound FX's are from Epidemic SoundWe'll come back to Naomi in a few minutes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome back to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.I'm Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now. We run 2x members-only podcast studios in the heart of London. To get unlimited access to our studios you can become a member for just £199 when you visit contentisqueen.orgThank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be's focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.Today I'm back with three inspiring guests who are going to help you:Acknowledge that you have lot to offer in your careerQuestion the role of excellence in your lifeAnd Reflect on how you take feedback and criticismLet's get into itToday's guest is Raphael Sofoluke who is an entrepreneur and the founder of the UK Black Business Show, an annual exhibition which highlights and promotes some of the amazing businesses founded by members of the Black community, and the Black Tech Achievement Awards. Raphael was highlighted in 2020 as one of Forbes “25 Leading Black British Business people to follow”.In today's episode we talk about creating high-quality experiences for your community, knowing what to ask for and when. We also get the ins and outs of what the potential barriers to entry are and how to overcome them.Let's go...Be sure to check out Raphael's book Twice As Hard which is available from all good bookstores.We'll come back to Rapahel in a few minutes. I want you to get to know Derek Owusu who is an award-winning writer, author and podcaster. He's been busy working on his new book and has this to share today.You might know this but I've known Derek for a few years when I used to produce his podcast Mostly Lit. I can definitely understand and relate to the challenges around accepting feedback and not taking it personally. You can check out Derek's novel That Reminds Me in all major bookstores. Now back to the Raphael.Before we wrap up, Here's comedian Lolly Adefope with some must-hear advice that'll.That's a wrap, thank you so much for listening. I hope this half an hour has made you think, reflect and contemplate what your next step should be.I'd like to encourage you to think about one person who would benefit from the messages shared today and I'd love for you to share this episode with them, right now! If you'd like to hear the extended interview with Sharon, all you have to do is screenshot and share this episode to your Instagram stories and tag @contentisqueenhq.Until next time…. ByeeeeCreditsThis is a Content is Queen ProductionHosted by me Imriel MorganEdited by Joseph PerrySound Design by Amber MillerMusic and sound FX's are from Epidemic Sound See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome back to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.I'm Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now.Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be's focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.Today I'm back with three inspiring guests who are going to help you:Reimagine your life and your purposeMake gratitude part of your daily practicePress pause on overworkingLet's get into itToday's guest is Robert Hartwell the Founder and Artistic Director of The Broadway Collective where he is training the next generation of Broadway artists. Roberts credits include Motown: The Musical, and the Tony Award Winning Revival of Hello, Dolly! starring Bette Midler.In this episode you're cup will be overflowing because Robert is so full of wisdom and gratitude that you can't help but benefit fro his light. This conversation will help you realign your goals and actions with your purpose, deal with adversity and develop enviable discipline.We'll come back to Robert in a few minutes. I want you to get to know Sebastian Thiel who is an incredible filmmaker and emerging Director. Sebastian recently directed the BBC 3 show Dreaming Whilst Black. Here he is with a quick message for you. You can learn more about Sebastian's work by following him @SebastianThiel on Twitter and Instagram. Now back to the fabulous Robert.For anyone interested in getting into the theatre I highly recommend following Robert @SirRobertTakesPics and do check out the Broadway Collective @Bwaycollective and bwaycollective.com.Before we wrap up, Here's the author and all-around badass Elaine Welteroth with some must-hear advice that'll put an end to the part of you that always wants to do too much.That's a wrap, thank you so much for listening. I hope this half an hour has made you think, reflect and contemplate what your next step should be.I'd like to encourage you to think about one person who would benefit from the messages shared today and I'd love for you to share this episode with them, right now! If you'd like to hear the extended interview with Rober, all you have to do is screenshot and share this episode to your Instagram stories and tag @contentisqueenhq.Until next time…. ByeeeeCreditsThis is a Content is Queen ProductionHosted by me Imriel MorganEdited by Joseph PerrySound Design by Amber MillerMusic and sound FX's are from Epidemic Sound See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome back to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.I'm Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now.Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be's focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.Today I'm back with three inspiring guests who are going to help you:Understand why seeing is believingTo be more playful and curiousHow to start prioritising yourself and your wellbeingLet's get into itToday's guest is actress Sharon Duncan-Brewster who is a familiar face to many Brits listening. Sharon is best known for her role as Crystal Gordon in Bad Girls and as Trina Johnson on EastEnders; but she's also had recurring roles in Top Boy and Sex Education.The focus of this interview is help you find your place in the world and to carve out a lane that you can dominate. We also talk about taking back power in situations that you may find intimidating.Let's go...We'll come back to Sharon in a few minutes. I want you to get to know Opeyemi Sofoluke who is lead regional manager of Diversity and Inclusion at Facebook! Opeyemi has a few things to share, that I think you'll relate to. Take it away. Yess to taking breaks and prioritising yourself. I can definitely relate. I've been reading Twice as Hard and I'm grateful this book exists as a blueprint for us to navigate our careers. You can get it in all major bookstores. Now back to Sharon.I've really been watching Sharon on TV throughout my life and it was an honour to learn more about the woman behind all of the characters. You can catch Sharon on Sky One's Intergalactic from the 30th April. Follow her on Instagram @ShazDBBefore we wrap up, Here's comedian Don't Jealous Me with some must-hear advice that'll bring out the child in you.That's a wrap, thank you so much for listening. I hope this half an hour has made you think, reflect and contemplate what your next step should be.I'd like to encourage you to think about one person who would benefit from the messages shared today and I'd love for you to share this episode with them, right now! If you'd like to hear the extended interview with Sharon, all you have to do is screenshot and share this episode to your Instagram stories and tag @contentisqueenhq.Until next time…. ByeeeeCreditsThis is a Content is Queen ProductionHosted by me Imriel MorganEdited by Joseph PerrySound Design by Amber MillerMusic and sound FX's are from Epidemic Sound See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome back to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.I’m Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now.Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be’s focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.Today I have three exceptional guests who are going to help you:Understand the power of working with other peopleOvercome restrictions and limitations placed upon you and help youFigure out why it’s necessary to shake things up to achieve growthLet’s get into it.I’m very excited to bring you my guest today. Author and scholar Dr Ibram X Kendi who is the great mind behind the #1 New York Times bestseller ‘How to be an anti-racist’. Dr Kendi is one of America’s foremost historians and leading antiracist scholars. He is also a contributing writer at The Atlantic and a Racial Justice Contributor at CBS News. The focus of today’s episode is to help you realise the importance of following your instincts when it comes to your career. But also to explore the area’s of your life that need further interrogation and reflection. We also talk about Dr Kendi’s latest book ‘400 Souls’ which is a must-read for anyone interested in the movement for black lives and history!We’ll return to Dr Kendi in a moment. I want you to get to know Leyya Sattar who has been in the trenches trying to create an equitable world for BIPOC folx in the UK and around the world. Here’s Leyya.I’ve been following Leyya and The Other Box for years and it’s been amazing to see their growth and more importantly the impact they’re making as an organisation. It’s truly remarkable. Be sure to follow The Other Box on Twitter and Instagram @_TheOtherBox. Now Back to Dr Kendi.I am feeling very blessed to have spoken to Dr Kendi! I highly recommend getting a copy of 400 Souls which is a very rich tapestry of black history from 1619-2019. It’s full of suspense, trauma, joy, anger, and triumph. It’s well worth the read. You can follow Dr Kendi on Twitter @DrIbram and Instagram @IbramxKBefore we wrap up, I had the chance to speak with London Mayor Sadiq Khan a little while back and given the themes explored this season I thought it’s worth revisiting what he had to say about the pros and cons of being London Mayor.That’s a wrap, thank you so much for listening. I hope this half an hour has made you think, reflect and contemplate what your next step should be.I’d like to encourage you to think about one person who would benefit from the messages shared today and I’d love for you to share this episode with them, right now! If you’d like the extended interview with Dr Kendi, all you have to do is screenshot and share this episode to your Instagram stories and tag @contentisqueenhq.Until next time…. ByeeeeCreditsThis is a Content is Queen ProductionHosted by me Imriel MorganEdited by Amber Miller and Joseph PerrySound Design by Amber MillerMusic and sound FX’s are from Epidemic Sound See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome back to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.I’m Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now.Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be’s focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.Coming up are three phenomenal guests who are about to help you:Own your identityFind the power in community And.. why you should check in with your body before it’s too lateLet’s do thisIn today’s episode, I’m super pumped to bring you a soul-enriching conversation with Kenny Ethan Jones. Kenny is a model, entrepreneur and activist who focuses on menstruation, body politics, mental health and intimacy. Kenny’s goal is to start open and respectful conversations about all things trans in hopes of attaining equality for all trans people.The focus of this interview is to help you make an impact through your works. And we talk what it REALLY takes to be an activist and an ally.We’ll get back to Kenny in just a minute. I want to share someone who has popped up on my radar for a little while now, comedian Dane Baptiste who has kept a lot of people laughing throughout these crazy times. He’s got something he’d like to share with you… Take it away Dane!If you’re feeling the vibes or event thinking Dane is my kind of guy, then be sure to follow him on Twitter @DaneBaptweets and Instagram @danesnaptiste Now back to Kenny...Kenny was life! I loved loved loved talking to him. Be sure to follow Kenny on Instagram @KennyEthanJones I’ve been a fan for a hot minute and he never disappoints with his content and his generosity. Before we wrap up, actress Amandla Stenberg has something she’d like to share with you about the power of community…. Take it away AmandlaThat’s a wrap, thank you so much for listening. I hope this half an hour has brought inspiration, motivation and most importantly joy to your day. I’d like to encourage you to think about one person who needs a little joy in their day and share this episode with them right now! If you’d like the extended interview with Kenny, all you have to do is screenshot and share this episode to your Instagram stories and tag @contentisqueenhq.Until next time…. ByeeeeCreditsThis is a Content is Queen ProductionHosted by me Imriel MorganEdited by Amber Miller and Joseph PerrySound Design by Amber MillerMusic and sound FX’s are from Epidemic Sound

Welcome back to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.I’m Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen, a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now.Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be’s focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.Coming up are three phenomenal guests who are about to help you:Find out how stop repelling the things you wantLearn how to take your influences and create something unique and distinct.Discover why nobody can be left behind in the quest to build a just worldLet’s get into it!Today I’m super excited to bring you Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter Estelle. You probably know Estelle already but I’m going to introduce her anyway. Estelle is one of the leading voices in Black British RnB. She became infamously known for her chart-topping song American Boy featuring Kanye West. But she’s been knocking out huge hits including 1980, Come Over and Free to name a few. She’s also the voice of Garnet in the multi-award-winning Cartoon Network Steven Universe. The focus of this interview is to help you explore all of your talents and interests. The difference between apprehension and being scared. And how to use different influences to create unique and distinct work.Do you know how hard it was for me to stay cool! Estelle is iconic to me so to sit down and talk to her about her music that was literally the soundtrack of my teenage years is so wild! She is EVERYTHING! YOu can catch Estelle on Twitter and Instagram @EstelleDarlings She also hosts The Estelle Show on Apple Music so check it out.We’ll return to Estelle in just a minute. I have got to interrupt this message to introduce you to the baddest baby girl in the game. This is someone I regularly look up to and I’m constantly inspired by and in awe of. Listen to every word she has to say….If you do NOTHING else today, I encourage you to follow The Triple Cripples on Twitter and Instagram @TripleCripples. They are literally doing the work and your support is necessary. Now back to Estelle...Before we wrap up I’ve brought back Yrsa Daley Ward the author of 'bone' and 'the terrible'. Yrsa’s advice is food for thought, especially right now.Thanks Yrsa! That’s a wrap, thank you so much for listening to the end. I hope this half an hour has been a calming and joyful part of your day.I’d like to encourage you to think about one person who needs a little joy and calm and share this episode with them right now! If you want extended interviews, screenshot and share this episode to your Instagram stories and tag @contentisqueenhq.Until next time…. ByeeeeCreditsThis is a Content is Queen ProductionHosted by me Imriel MorganEdited by Amber Miller and Joseph PerrySound Design by Amber MillerMusic and sound FX’s are from Epidemic Sound

Welcome back to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.I’m Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now.Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be’s focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.In this episode, my three brilliant guests are going to help you:Explore your angerAccept your strengths and limitationsUnderstand why not everything is for you!Let’s get into it!I want to introduce you to Charlie Craggs who is the award-winning author of To My Trans Sisters. She’s a trans activist and founder of Nail Transphobia- an organisation that exists to educate people on trans issues and make new allies, while also delivering glamorous manicures. Vogue has even referred to her as the “voice of a community”.Charlie is candid, honest and real about the role class and gender have played in shaping her identity today. The focus of this interview is to understand your strengths and accept your limitations. It’ll also help you feel far less alone if you’re struggling with depression and anxiety.What can I say about Charlie right now. We had the best time recording but as you heard, life is not all rosy and that’s ok sometimes. You can support and follow Charlie’s work on Twitter and Instagram @Charlie_Craggs and keep an eye out for her BBC documentary called DIY Trans Teens.Before we wrap up the show, here’s Tiffany Ford a cartoonist, illustrator and storyboard artist. Tiffany is a divine human her experience includes the Cartoon Network, Disney, and the New York Times. She has some unexpected advice to share with you today. Take it away Tiffany.

Welcome back to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! I’ Imriel Morgan Founder of Content is Queen a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now.Wanna Be’s focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.In this episode, we’re bringing you 3 Phenomenal human beings who I respect and adore and today they’ll help you:Understand why you need to prioritise restFeel more at peace with yourselfBreak out of your obsessive thinkingBuckle up as it’ll go faster than you think!I want to introduce you to Lee Litumbe who is an incredible content creator, travel photographer and blogger. Lee celebrates Africa through her content and travel photography and effortlessly brings out the inescapable natural beauty of the continent. You’ll see for yourself.The focus of this interview is to look within and challenge our thoughts and decisions. To take control of our lives and move forward with intention and purpose. Lee is warm, vulnerable and endearing. You’re definitely in safe hands here. Let’s go.I was a fan of Lee’s before and I’m a stan now! If you’d like to travel with ease and style or better still you want to escape your current reality I highly recommend following Lee on Instagram @SpiritedPursuit everything she posts is stunning. She also has a fantastic number of content creator resources on her website spiritedpursuit.comBefore we wrap up the show, I want to bring back one of my favourite women, the bestselling author and writer Ijeoma Oluo who shares the 7 magic words that help her break obsessive thought cycles and she also shares her thoughts on how we can create a more just world. Over to you Ijeoma...Don’t mind me, we’ll come back to Lee’s in credible story in a few minutes. Before that I want to introduce you to someone I know and admire online who’d like to share their areas of improvement, inspiration and motivation with you. I’ll let her introduce herself...What a great way to reframe mentorship! For more wisdom and gems like this follow Jendella and Black Ballad on Twitter and Instagram @Jendella and @BlackBallad. Where you’ll also find details on where to pre-order her book Hope and Glory. Now back to our dazzling guest, Lee.That’s a wrap, thank you so much for listening to the end. I hope this half an hour has been a calming and joyful part of your day. I’d like to encourage you to think about one person who needs a little joy and calm and share this episode with them right now! If you want extended interviews, screenshot and share this episode to your Instagram stories and tag @contentisqueenhq.Until next time…. ByeeeeCreditsThis is a Content is Queen ProductionHosted by me Imriel MorganEdited by Amber Miller and Joseph PerrySound Design by Amber MillerMusic and sound FX’s are from Epidemic Sound

Welcome back to the 4th Season of the Wanna Be Podcast- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! I’ Imriel Morgan Founder of Content is Queen a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now!Wanna Be’s focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.In this episode, we’re bringing you 3 Phenomenal human beings who I have the utmost respect and admiration for who will help you:Feel less anxious or overwhelmed about your moneyHelp you say yes to the work that gives you joy and no to those that don’tFind your TRUE worthThen you’re in the right place!That’s a wrap on episode 1, thank you so much for listening to the end. I hope this half an hour has been a calming and joyful part of your day. I’d like to encourage you to think about one person who needs a little joy and calm and share this episode with them right now! If you want extended interviews, screenshot and share this episode to your Instagram stories and tag @contentisqueenhq.Until next time…. ByeeeeCreditsThis is a Content is Queen ProductionHosted by me Imriel MorganEdited by Amber Miller and Joseph PerrySound Design by Amber MillerMusic and sound FX’s are from Epidemic Sound

We're back and we're better! In Season 4 you can find more entertainment and creative industry legends. This season, you'll be hearing from three successful go-getters in each episode to uncover the challenges they face in their careers, learn the routines they’ve developed to navigate this world and discover the books and podcasts that helped to shape their lives.Wanna Be Season 4 will be back on Wednesday 10th March. Be sure to be subscribed, wherever you listen to podcasts.

Today I’m back with Melissa Silverstein; if you didn’t catch her on Monday's episode talking about imposter syndrome, it’s a must-listen.Melissa is the founder and publisher of Women and Hollywood. She is the Artistic Director and co-­founder of the Athena Film Festival — A Celebration of Women and Leadership ­­at Barnard College in NYC on February 22-25thMelissa was selected to be a film envoy for the American Film Showcase, the major film diplomacy program of the U.S. Department of State. And she published “In Her Voice: Women Directors Talk Directing,” which is a compilation of over 40 interviews from The Women and Hollywood site.She has written for The Guardian, The Washington Post, NY Times, and many other publications.In today’s episode we talk about breaking big news items, she recently broke the news about Michelle Williams being paid less than Mark Wahlberg for blogging, and how Women and Hollywood got started, we talk about the problems surrounding monetisation when you have a blogging platform. We also cover Melissa’s pivot and why she went on to create the Athena Film festival at Barnard College.This month I’m talking to 3 incredible women in Hollywood. Melissa Silverstein the co-founder of the Athena Film Festival, BAFTA Award-winning Director Amma Asante and April Reign who is the creator of the infamous #OscarsSoWhite hashtag. I can’t wait for you to hear all of the wisdom these women have to offer.To find out more about Melissa, you can follow her on Twitter @Melsil. You 100% need to visit womenandhollywood.com to find more women who are creating, advocating and championing women in the film industry.Let me know what you have learned by leaving a review on iTunes via your Mac computer or on the iTunes Podcast app on your phone.You can follow me @ImiMorgan on Twitter and Instagram.

This week I’m joined by Lisa Hanawalt the Producer and Production Designer of Bojack Horseman. Yes, she actually drew all of the characters! Lisa has published 2 books with Drawn and Quarterly the first My Dirty Dumb Eyes in 2013 and The Hot Dog Taste Test (2016). Lisa is also the co-host of the Baby Geniuses podcast with Emily Heller. Lisa has won 8 awards including the Critics Choice Award for Bojack Horseman.In today’s episode, we cover what Lisa’s day to day life is like as a production designer. We touch on the process of creating characters and bringing them to life with animation. Lisa was incredibly transparent about her insecurities about managing people and taking on her first leadership role on such a huge production. Lisa talks about what drives her to create and it might be a little unexpected. We also cover the one experience that has helped her growth.From this episode, you’ll get the ins and outs of creating a smash hit animated series. You’ll learn why it’s essential you get comfortable around people that are more talented than you are. Why you should say yes to the things that frighten you?We open this episode with Lisa talking about whether she feels like she’s made it.You can find out more about Lisa’s work by following her on Twitter and Instagram on @LisaDraws and via her website lisahanawalt.com. You can of course catch Bojack Horseman on Netflix.Have you been taking notes from this episode or visited Lisa’s work? Let me know what you have learned by leaving a review on iTunes via Mac or on the iTunes Podcast app on your phone.

Not too long ago you sent Prisca and me a question that's been on your mind for a while. You needed an answer to that sticky situation, and now hooray it's here! The great news is you weren't alone when you sent in your questions, but you're going to love the answers to the other questions too. Have a listen and remember to encourage your business buddies to send in their Q's too.Here's what we go to answer:Should I leave my job?How do I get more clients for my business? When’s the right time to share my vision publicly? Make sure you are following Prisca on Twitter and Instagram @PriscaMoyesa she drops bars and nuggets of wisdom. Trust me her feed is a happy place, you can find out more about her agency Moyesa & Co by visiting Moyesa.co.You can follow me @ImiMorgan on Twitter and Instagram.

This week I’m joined by DJ Nikki Beatnik, she is a DJ and record producer who has spun in more than 60 countries. Nikki has served as Kelis official tour Dj for the best part of a decade, is the winner of Best DJ at the UMA’s and has been described as a “Multi-Faceted Icon” by Reebok. She has spun parties for everyone from Giuseppe Zanotti, Jay Z, Alan Carr, To The British Fashion Awards. In today’s episode, we cover the basics of getting started as a DJ, how you can rise to the top in male-dominated environments, you’ll learn how to gain respect from your peers and the attitude you need to book your first gig. We also touch on labelling and whether or not you should add 'female' to your job title. It’s just as good as the last episode, enjoy!How lovely was that! I hope that the mothers listening and you future mums take something away from this episode. You can follow Nikki on Twitter @djnikkibeatnik you check out her sets on Youtube under Beatnik. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes.

Today I'm joined again by Tobi Oredein. Tobi is the co-founder and Editor-in-Chief of Black Ballad which is a subscription lifestyle magazine written by and for black British women. Tobi and her co-founder Bola Awoniyi were named as Forbes 30 Under 30. Tobi is also a freelance journalist, and her work has appeared in BuzzFeed, The Pool and The Debrief to name a few.How to strike a balance between sharing your personal life online to propel your business. We get into the nitty-gritty of crowdfunding, what considerations you need to make before launching. You'll learn how to handle making a mistake and the importance of not dwelling when you need to readjust your goals and targets. We talk about why leaning into your niche is the key to your success. As well as the ONE thing Tobi does that has been the most significant driver of growth for Black Ballad. You can follow Tobi on Twitter and Instagram @IAmTobiOredein, and you find out more about Black Ballad by visiting BlackBallad.co.ukIf you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes.Thank you for listening!

This week I’m joined by young fashion designer Chloe Marlow, Chloe is the founder and designer of Marlow London a luxury accessories brand. Chloe attended Central St Martin and one year later launched Marlow London. Her bags have been photographed on British singer Raye, presenter Maya Jama and blogger and designer Whitney Valverde.OMG, this episode is a taster menu in actions, you will learn how to create super specific visions, debunking the law of attraction and how to make it work for you. We drill down on last episodes themes on managing anxiety, why it’s essential you celebrate your small wins and most importantly justifying a high-price point for your products and services. Pause here and get a notebook, trust me you’ll need it!Chloe is amazing right, and she’s back on Wednesday to discuss how she got started at 24 and some of the challenges she faces. Follow Chloe’s brand @Marlow_London and visit marlowlondon.com to find out more.Just a quick announcement I’m on YouTube- Imrie Drinks where I review low-alcohol and non-alcoholic drinks.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes.Thank you for listening!

This week Brand and Marketing expert Prisca Moyesa of Moyesa Co. is back for our monthly session to discuss the topic you voted for on Twitter. This month it’s all about Building Your team! We recorded this session on Instagram Live so you may hear some mention of it in the episode.In today’s episode, we cover the right time to hire, how to decide who you need, whether you should hire for skill or fit, how you find new hires, what questions you should ask when hiring and most importantly what you should do when you can’t pay.Make sure you are following Prisca @PriscaMoyesa on Twitter and Instagram her feed is full of positivity and inspiration, and if you want to hire her, visit Moyesa.co their content is incredible.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes.Thank you for listening!

The Wanna Be Podcast is back for a Black History Month special, and I’m going to be sharing the stories of phenomenal black women who are almost certainly making history with their work.This week you’re in for a treat, ever since the Cartoonist series back in January I’ve wanted this week’s guest on the podcast and it was an absolute privilege to get this episode recorded in-person while she was here in London. My darlings you are about to hear from Illustrator, Author and filmmaker Vashti Harrison the brilliant Mind behind Little Leaders Bold Women in Black History which coincidentally is the Black History Month sponsor for this podcast. Vashti creates the cutest and most adorable drawing of little black girls that not only captures their innocence but their magic and strength too. My heart skips a little every time I open the Little Leaders book, and when you pick one up for yourself -or visit her social media you’ll understand why!Today you’ll learn how Vashti maintains her incredible skill, why we should stop telling kids about ‘starving artists’, and how to get your parents to support your creative endeavours.First I had to indulge my curiosity- I simply had to find out about the moment Vashti realised she was good at drawing and listen to what she had to say...Follow Vashti on Twitter and Instagram @VashtiHarrison. Pick up a copy of Little Leaders on Amazon or at your local bookshop.

Hello and welcome to the Wanna Be Podcast. I’m your host Imrie! Wanna Be is the podcast that takes you from where you are right now to Where you Wanna Be in 30mins or less. Thank you for staying subscribed and listening in.I’m so excited about today’s episode, this week’s guest is Alex Holder, Alex is a journalist and brand consultant, who writes for ELLE, Grazia, Refinery29 and the Guardian among others. Her projects have been featured everywhere from the BBC to the New Yorker, while her campaign highlighting the gender pay gap went viral and helped change an actual law. Her work has been taught in schools and debated in parliament. She has been named one of Business Insider’s 30 Most Creative Women globally and listed by the Evening Standard as one of today’s 5 Inspiring Female Leaders.Alex is the author behind the incredible book: Open Up - The Power of Talking about Money. In today’s episode we obviously talk about well.. Money. Alex breaks down the importance of discussing money in your relationship if one of you earns more than the other. How to overcome the shame of talking about money, budgeting best practice, plus you’ll learn one fun way to start chatting about money with your friends.Honestly, I could have chatted to Alex for 2 hours about money (she might have to come back!) You simply must get a copy of her book 'Open Up - The Power of Talking About Money,' I couldn’t put it down! You can follow Alex on Twitter and Instagram @AlexandreHolder.Thank you so much for listening in. If you’re listening via the Apple Podcasts app please do me the small favour of spending 5 seconds to leave a rating.

This episode is action packed! Prisca is back to answer all of your brand and marketing questions. Key Takeaways:1. How to definitively get information from your peers and colleagues2. Learn how to make your brand influencer friendly3. The different types of incentives that you can try besides freebies and giveaways.4. How to get over a lack of motivation.5. Cost-effective ways to create beautiful and professional looking marketing and product shots and videos.

This week’s guest is a tattoed Bill Murray and flower obsessed woman Sapphire Bates, owner and Creative Director of The Flower Arranger who recently launched an online and IRL community for powerful creative women in business called The Coven. Sapphire is a master of curating beautiful Instagram pages which generates thousands of followers who like her gorgeous images.In today’s episode we talk about money, having entrepreneurs in your life, unconventional career paths, we also talk about why it’s ok to not love what you do. We also talk a little bit about the science and art of floristry.You can follow Sapphire on Instagram @theflowerarranger and @thecovengirlgang onI’m pleased to announce that the ShoutOut Network has opened up 10 new affordable membership options starting from £99 for either editing or recording. If you’re looking to level up your production visit shoutoutnetwork.co.uk for more info.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes.To get extended show notes listing the tools and resources we’ve talked about on this episode visit wannabepodcast.com. Show notes update on Wednesday.

Thank you for joining me today on this value-packed episode. We’re back with the Design Special: Meet The Cartoonists.I’m joined by illustrator and Cartoonist Eleanor Davis. Eleanor is the author of the New York Times Bestseller How To Be Happy; she has also written You and a Bike and a Road, and The Secret Science Alliance and the Copycat Crook. Her work has been included in five issues of Fantagraphics' anthology MOME as well as Houghton Mifflin's Best American Comics in 2008. Eleanor has won the Eisner Russ Manning Most Promising Newcomer award, and her short story In our Eden won the gold medal from the society of illustrators.In today’s episode, Eleanor gets honest about how she gets clients and how she works with Art Directors. You will learn about how to price your illustrations and what book you should refer to for pricing guidelines. She also warns you about what contracts you should not sign.To find out more about Eleanor visit doing-fine.com or follow her on Instagram @squinkyelo and Twitter @Squinkyelo. Make sure you’re subscribed to Wanna Be on iTunes, Spotify, google play, acast or your favourite podcast app.Visit wannabepodcast.com to read extended show notes and free downloads.You can follow me @ImiMorgan on Twitter and Instagram.

Happy Holidays! I promised you a Christmas Day episode, and here it is. Getting you to where you wanna be is important it doesn't matter if it's a holiday. I hope you're feeling abundant today and even if you didn't get many presents I've got you one! More details below.This week I’m joined by brand and marketing expert Prisca Moyesa. The topic is executing your vision as voted by you. In today’s episode, you will learn:1. The one question you need to ask yourself before you begin executing.2.How you can stop wasting your time. 3. How you to spot the difference between a break and procrastinating. 4. You’ll learn how to Procrastiwork a term coined by infamous Letterer Jessica Hische5. How to set up your space to boost your productivityThis week's Support This! Goes to Wanna Be's January Design Special: Meet the Cartoonists share it with the arty types in your life. Here's the link:wannabepodcast.com/listenMake sure you are following Prisca on Twitter and Instagram @PriscaMoyesa she drops bars and nuggets of wisdom. Trust me her feed is a happy place, you can find out more about her agency Moyesa & Co by visiting Moyesa.co.Send in your questions via tweet to @wannabepodcast or via the website Branding Clinic. We’re here to help so be specific with what you need help with and tell us what your brand or business is so we can offer super-specific advice.You can download a free limited edition copy of the Wanna Be One Page Business plan and Goal Setting Guide so you can take your vision out of your head and make it real. Visit Wannabepodcast.com and select Get Your Copy.Visit wannabepodcast.com to read extended show notes and freebies.You can follow me @ImiMorgan on Twitter and Instagram.

Content is Queen is proud to present you with the Black Kings this season in collaboration with the Social Mobility Commission.Welcome to the Wanna Be podcast where you can get a behind the scenes look at the opportunities available in the creative and entertainment industries so you can get to where you wanna be 30 minutes or less. I am of course your host, Imriel MorganThis is a special Black History Month mini-series that we’ve put together for you. I would like to give a huge thank you to the Social Mobility Commission who have helped me explore how early life opportunities can improve or hinder your chances in life. According to the ‘An Unequal Playing Field Report 51% of the soft skills that are lacking in the UK labour market are the ability to manage ones’ own time and prioritise tasks. This highlighted a huge need to explore the benefits of extra-curricular activities like sports and music. 32% of high income children take music lessons compared to just 11% of those on low incomes and the disparity also exists for sport where 64% of high income children participate in part compared to 46% of low income households.With this in mind I want to welcome to the show someone very special. Oladapo ‘Daps’ Fagbenle. Daps is a Nigerian-born British artist, video director, and former NCAA athlete. Music fans listening will have seen Daps’ work. He is best known for directing Migos Bad and Boujee, Walk it lIke I talk it, City Girls and Cardi B, Twerk, Saweetie’s My Type, as well as directing vide for Stormzy, Iggy Azalea, Kendrick Lamar, Wizkid, 2 Chainz and Davido .In today’s episode we learn about Daps early aspirations in sports and music. The role of Basketball in his life. He shares how he got his first break. He is candid with the challenges that exists for young black creatives and how to move past them to break into the industry. He also reveals the key driving force behind his success to date. Let’s go!OUTROI had so much fun recording this episode with Daps! He’s insanely talented and definitely someone who’s star going to continue to rise. You can learn more about Daps and his work by following him on Instagram @FlexGodDaps and via his website dapsofficial.comFor updates on Wanna Be follow Content is Queen on Twitter @ContentisQn and Instagram @contentisqueenhq.If you have a story you’re dying to tell through a podcast then head to contentisqueen.org and join our waiting list to get access to our members podcast studios here in London.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends via your insta-stories. We’ve pulled some amazing quotes from the episodes which you can reshare via Instagram and Twitter.This podcast is proudly a Content Is Queen Production Recorded at our studio in Peckham. Mad love to Ellie Clifford for pulling this episode together.AND thank you for listening!

Content is Queen is proud to present you with the Black Kings this season in collaboration with the Social Mobility Commission.Welcome to the Wanna Be podcast where you can get a behind the scenes look at the opportunities available in the creative and entertainment industries so you can get to where you wanna be 30 minutes or less. I am of course your host, Imriel MorganThis is a special Black History Month mini-series that we’ve put together for you. I would like to give a huge thank you to the Social Mobility Commission who have helped me explore how early life opportunities can improve or hinder your chances in life. According to a poll they released 44% of people say that where you end up in society is largely determined by your background. Through this series, I hope you come to learn how each guest has leveraged their opportunities to create a better life for themselves in spite of their background and circumstances.Onto this week’s incredibly talented guest. Alexis Ffrench is a Contemporary composer, pianist and producer. Alexis started playing the piano at just 4 years old. His aptitude for the instrument placed him at the Royal Academy of Music and he received a scholarship to train at The Purcell School, Britain's oldest specialist music school before training at the renowned Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Alexis’ music is like a warm hug that has the ability to calm the brain and soothe you into a flow state.In today’s episode, we explore the origins of his talent, how he’s navigated a career in classical music. He reveals how he blended his culture and training to develop his unique style of music. We also uncover the power of authenticity in determining what ‘good’ sounds like. You’re gonna love it.Ohh I feel blessed and highly favoured to have spoken to Alexis today. His story and journey is truly inspiring and he is a testament to what happens when talent and opportunity collide and the result is a groundbreaking career. You can follow Alexis on social media @AlexisFfrench and check out his latest album Dreamland.For updates on Wanna Be follow Content is Queen on Twitter @ContentisQn and Instagram @contentisqueenhq.Content is Queen has now officially opened up two podcast studios in Peckham and in Somerset House. If you have a story you’re dying to tell through a podcast then head to contentisqueen.org and join our waiting list to get access to our studios.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends via your insta-stories. We’ve pulled some amazing quotes from the episodes which you can reshare via Instagram and Twitter.This podcast is proudly a Content Is Queen Production. As always huge love and hugs to Ellie Clifford for pulling this episode out of the bag this week!AND thank you for listening!

Welcome to the Wanna Be podcast where you can get a behind the scenes look at the opportunities available in the creative and entertainment industries so you can get to where you wanna be 30 minutes or less. I am of course your host, Imriel MorganThis is a special Black History Month mini-series that we’ve put together for you. I would like to give a huge thank you to the Social Mobility Commission who have helped us pull this miniseries together and allowed us to use their research and reports to help inform us of the issues around education, achievement and attainment. With this in mind, Content is Queen is proud to present you with the Black Kings this season.Now I promise you every episode that this podcast will be a behind the scenes look at the creative and entertainment industry. This week’s guest will be a familiar face to former Hollyoaks fans! I need for you to get to know Luti Fagbenle because if you don’t know him by name I have no doubt you’re intimately familiar with his work. This man’s resume is endless so I’ll start from the beginning. Luti started out in the Entertainment industry first by playing Simba in the Lion King in the West End and eventually becoming a series regular in Hollyoaks. Luti has always been interested in film, music and filming and produced Nike: Midnight madness with Channel 4 and a number of award-winning shorts and documentaries. He is the Founder of Luti Media which is an established name in the Music Industry and behind some the most groundbreaking music videos of this decade including Drake’s Nice for what, Iggy Azalea’s Fancy and the record-breaking Best Song Ever by One Direction, oh and let me not forget he was also behind Beyonce and Jay Z’s On The Run II Jamaican film interlude.In today’s episode, you’ll learn all about ambition, drive and motivation. You’ll find out how to get your foot in the door by paying your dues. You’ll uncover some of the sacrifices you might have to make to be exceptional in entertainment and how to stretch your goals and visions beyond what you set out. I will not waste any more time, let's get into this!How great was that? I feel motivated to do so much more and I hope you do too! If you want to find out more about Luti and his work visit Lutimedia.com and get inspired!For updates on Wanna Be follow Content is Queen on Twitter @ContentisQn and Instagram @contentisqueenhq.Content is Queen has now officially opened up two podcast studios in Peckham and in Somerset House. If you have a story you’re dying to tell through a podcast then head to contentisqueen.org and join our waiting list to get access to our studios.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends via your insta-stories. We’ve pulled some amazing quotes from the episodes which you can reshare via Instagram and Twitter.This podcast is proudly a Content Is Queen Production. As always huge love and hugs to Ellie Clifford for pulling this episode out of the bag this week!AND thank you for listening!

Welcome to the Wanna Be podcast where you can get a behind the scenes look at the opportunities available in the creative and entertainment industries so you can get to where you wanna be 30 minutes or less. I am of course your host, Imriel Morgan.This is a special Black History Month mini-series that we’ve put together for you. I would like to give a huge thank you to the Social Mobility Commission who have helped us pull this miniseries together and allowed us to use their research and reports to help inform us of the issues around education, achievement and attainment. With this in mind Content is Queen is proud to present you with the Black Kings this season.Our first guest is truly exceptional and I’m so excited to have him on the podcast. Magid Magid also known as Magic Magid. If you know you know. Magid is a Somali-British justice activist, author and a former elected politician. He was a Green Party MEP representing Yorkshire & the Humber at the European Parliament and was previously the youngest ever Lord Mayor of his beloved city, Sheffield. Magid was recently named one of TIME’s 100 rising stars shaping the future of the world. Magid is also the author of the recently released ‘The Art of Disruption’ -A Manifesto for Real Change.In this episode we discuss the importance of focusing, curiosity and having audacity. Magid also shares how he got into campaigning and politics and why he questions everything. Magid shares one thing he’s always done to keep his mind sharp! And we also explore the role travel and culture has had on his life. Get ready for the lols.What an inspiration! I had so much fun talking to Magid, he’s an absolute diamond and I highly recommend you follow him and his work on social media @MagicMagid. Also make sure you support this Black King buy getting a copy of his book ‘The Art of Disruption: A Manifesto For Real Change’For updates on Wanna Be follow Content is Queen on Twitter @ContentisQn and Instagram @contentisqueenhq.Content is Queen has now officially opened up two podcast studios in Peckham and in Somerset House. If you have a story you’re dying to tell through a podcast then head to contentisqueen.org and join our waiting list to get access to our studios.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends via your insta-stories. We’ve pulled some amazing quotes from the episodes which you can reshare via Instagram and Twitter.This podcast is proudly a Content Is Queen Production. As always huge love and hugs to Ellie Clifford for pulling this episode out of the bag this week!AND thank you for listening!

This week I’m joined by Ruby Raut the Founder of Wuka Wear. Wuka wear is the UK’s first-period underwear. Ruby is originally from Nepal where they practised Chhaupadi, a practice that exiled women to period huts while they were on their periods. This has lead Ruby to design and manufacture Wuka wear with no prior experience in fashion or manufacturing.She hopes that the pants will be a part of a broader conversation, but as you’ll hear in this episode, her biggest challenge is creating a business in an industry that’s taboo. The key takeaways from this episode are finding ways to overcome taboo subjects for your brand.How to be successful despite having a business that people won’t publicly share or endorse and how you can get one step closer to being successful.Huge thank you to Ruby from Wuka Wear who is currently fundraising on Kickstarter. Donate to the campaign here. Visit wuka.co.uk to find out more about the campaign, materials and all of the lovely environmental benefits to the pants.You can follow Ruby’s work on Twitter and Instagram @Wukawear.Subscribe on iTunes.Visit wannabepodcast.com to read extended show notes and get freebies.You can follow me @ImiMorgan on Twitter and Instagram.

It's Self-Care Awareness Week (13th-19th Nov) and this week I'm joined by the Founder of The World of Self-Care, Georgia Dodsworth. In this week's episodes Georgia shares her journey with Borderline Personality Disorder and becoming a successful freelancer while still at university studying Performance and Creative Enterprise.In this episode we talk about how Georgia set up her routine and became so disciplined. Georgia is extremely well organised when it comes to planning her days and she explains how this discipline has helped her BPD. We talk about knowing your worth and how much value you can add. More importantly the power of saying 'No' to opportunities and the mental checklist that she does before deciding that a project is worth her time. Georgia's checklist:1. What is the project.2. Do I know the company or brand? What are her views of that brand.3. How much times is the project going to take out of her day/week?4. Is the job paid or not?5. Can she add value to the project?Georgia's routine includes:Using a Lumie light alarm.Writing Morning pages to get all her thoughts out on paper at least 3 times per week.Creating a to do list/ plan for her day.Applying makeup to feel ready.Not working in bed.Special mentions: Natrellatree.com who sent me a free self-care tree. Toggl, a time management app. Good Time a productivity app.

I have to apologise for this episode in advance. The audio file with my voice got corrupted, and we lost all of my audio so unfortunately, this episode doesn’t have the same conversational feel as the rest. The show must go on, and I genuinely believe it’s better to be consistent so I’ve made it work.Leslie had so much great advice and wisdom to share with budding cartoonists. I’ve narrated all of the best. The episode is broken down into ten parts, and you’ll learn how you can make money from your drawings, how to resolve conflicts when you’re collaborating, how to get your comics and illustrations published and much more.To find out more about Leslie visit milkmanner.tumblr.com or follow her on Instagram @dairyfree. You can purchase Snotgirl on Amazon; I recommend the collection. Make sure you’re subscribed to Wanna Be on iTunes, Spotify, google play, acast or your favourite podcast app to catch the next episode featuring NYT Bestselling Graphic novelist and illustrator Eleanor Davis.Follow WannaBe @WannaBepodcast on Twitter and Instagram.Visit wannabepodcast.com to read extended show notes and free downloads.

This week I’m excited to share that I’m joined by the futurist Natalie Kane! Natalie is the curator of Digital Design at the V&A and one-half of Haunted Machines a festival that explores the unexplained mysteries of technology. In today’s episode, we talk about the questions you should ask yourself if you’re building technology or a future-proof brand. You’ll find out what it’s like to enter university when you’re the first one in the family. And finally, we talk about public speaking and the discrimination against women.Natalie is phenomenal if you’re interested in becoming a futurist yourself the make sure you are following her on Twitter @Nd_Kane. You can find out more about Haunted Machines at hauntedmachines.comBe sure to follow Wanna Be on Twitter and Instagram @wannabepodcast.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes.To get extended show notes listing the tools and resources we’ve talked about on this episode visit wannabepodcast.com. Show notes update on Wednesday.Thank you for listening!

This week I’m super pumped to bring you this episode with Ijeoma Oluo she is an incredible writer and someone I admire. Ijeoma is based in Seattle, and she is the author of the New York Times Best-Seller, So You Want to Talk about Race, published by Seal Press. She was named one of The Root’s 100 Most Influential African Americans in 2017. Ijeoma is the winner of the of the 2018 Feminist Humanist Award by the American Humanist Society.If you’re not familiar with her works, she focuses on issues of race and identity, feminism, social and mental health, social justice, and the arts. Her writing has been featured in The Washington Post, NBC News, Elle Magazine, TIME, The Stranger, and The Guardian, among other outlets. In today’s episode, we cover Ijeoma’s love of politics, how her career plans changed and why she landed in Tech. She talks about leaving her career behind to pursue writing and some of the instability she faced when she did it. Also, stick around to hear her worst advice.Please do check out Ijeoma's work my favourite article is ‘The Heart of Whiteness: Ijeoma Oluo Interviews Rachel Dolezal, the White Woman Who Identifies as Black’.You can get a copy of So You Want To Talk About Race on Amazon. I highly recommend it. To find out more about Ijeoma, you can follow her on Twitter @IjeomaOluo, and you can also visit her website ijeomaoluo.com.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes.To get extended show notes listing the tools and resources we’ve talked about on this episode visit wannabepodcast.com. Show notes update on Wednesday.Thank you for listening!

This week I’m joined by my mentor Dr Victoria Showunmi. Dr Victoria is a lecturer in Education at UCL’s Institute of Education and Maynooth University. Dr Victoria’s research interest include women, women’s development, race and identity. She has contributed to a number of books in 2017 including a chapter Feminist Pedagogy, Practice, and Activism: Improving Lives for Girls and Women. Her research has appeared in several peer-reviewed journals I recommend reading ‘Ethnic, gender and class intersections in British women’s leadership experiences’.In today’s episode, we talk about the impact transracial adoption has had on Dr Victoria’s life. We explore why we believe meritocracy doesn’t exist in the UK. You’ll learn why it’s important you don’t try to work harder but work smarter and build relationships. We touch on the very popular topic of white women weaponising their tears and the ‘angry black woman trope’ to silence black women. Dr Victoria has some very direct advice for those you are looking to enter a relationship. Again, if you’re the kind of person that gets uncomfortable in discussions about race feel free to skip this episode.If you nodded your head at any of the discussion points in today’s episode and you need someone to talk to feel free to email Dr Victoria, she is incredibly supportive of high-achieving black women and the unique pressures and challenges we face.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes.

This week I’m joined by my mentor Dr Victoria Showunmi. Dr Victoria is a lecturer in Education at UCL’s Institute of Education and Maynooth University. Dr Victoria’s research interest include women, women’s development, race and identity. She has contributed to a number of books in 2017 including a chapter Feminist Pedagogy, Practice, and Activism: Improving Lives for Girls and Women. Her research has appeared in peer-reviewed journals which include 'The colour of class: the educational strategies of the Black middle classes; Multiculturalism and education; Rac(e)ing to class: confronting poverty and race in schools and classroom' and ‘Ethnic, gender and class intersections in British women’s leadership experiences’.In today’s episode, we talk about the reality of being the only professional black woman and the rejection that comes with it. We talk very openly about our experiences of trauma, white feminism and the damage of well-meaning liberals in the workplace. Dr Victoria shares her solution for how young black women can navigate professional spaces as the only one. I’ll say this now if you’re the kind of person that winces or gets uncomfortable in discussions about race- you might as well just leave this episode alone. It serves a particular need, and if you’ll have difficulty understanding or accepting, then I’d prefer you just hit stop now. I don’t have not one second for you following this outpouring of very real hurt and pain.If you’re struggling with any of what was discussed feel free to email Dr Victoria, she is incredible supporter and champion of women and swooped in and saved me when I had a very public burn out.Email: v.showunmi@ucl.ac.uk

Hello and welcome to the Wanna Be Podcast! A behind the scenes look at the opportunities available in the creative and entertainment industries so you can get towhere you wanna be 30 minutes or less. I am of course your host, Imriel MorganThere are very few episodes that I record that just shake me up inside and fill me with joy but the two this season were Elaine Welteroth and last week’s episode with Tasha Reiko Brown who’s hands are truly blessed! If you’re trying to get in celebrity makeup then hit her up!For the season finale, I’m very excited to bring you this week’s guest! Jameela Jamil is an actress, model, activist and former BBC Radio 1 radio presenter! You might know her from T4 or as Tahani from The Good Place. Jameela is the founder of iWeigh the platform and podcast that challenges society's definition of worth through weight by asking different thought-leaders, performers, activists, influencers, and friends about how they are working through their past shame to find where their value truly lies.In today’s episode, I wanted to learn about Jameela’s resilience and she holds nothing back. Jameela is candid about her past experiences with family trauma, being a carer, overcoming her mental health. She shares how and why she’s able to be fearless and push past the constant online criticism. We uncover what it takes for her to come back after she gets it wrong online. She also shares what it means to be a good ally in the height of Black Lives Matter and beyond!So I’ll be perfectly honest, I’ve always had a tremendous amount of respect for Jameela! She gets a lot of backlash online and I cannot even begin to imagine it but she keeps fighting, apologising and trying and I can’t help but respect it. Be sure to listen to her podcast I Weigh and follow her on Instagram @JameelaJamilFor updates on Wanna Be follow Content is Queen on Twitter @ContentisQn and Instagram @contentisqueenhq.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends via your insta-stories. We’ve pulled some amazing quotes from the episodes which you can reshare via Instagram and Twitter.To get extended show notes listing any of the tools and resources we’ve talked about on this episode visit wannabepodcast.com. This podcast is proudly a Content Is Queen Production. As always huge love and hugs to Ellie Clifford for pulling this episode out of the bag this week!AND thank you for listening!

Hello and welcome to the Wanna Be Podcast! A behind the scenes look at the opportunities available in the creative and entertainment industries so you can get towhere you wanna be 30 minutes or less. I am of course your host, Imriel MorganHow needed was Seyi’s episode last week, she spoke nothing but the absolute truth in last week’s episode. If you missed it, Abeg circle back. Today’s guest is the incredibly talented Tasha Reiko Brown. Tasha is a Los Angeles based Celebrity make-up artists whose hands have been blessed to create beautiful, effortless work on the faces of Alicia Keys, Yara Shahidi, Tracee Ellis Ross, Logan Laurice Browning and Michael B Jordan to name but a few! Her work can be found in The New York Times, Glamour, GQ, and The Hollywood Reporter.In today’s episode, Tasha shares the important difference between a make-up artist and a technician. She explains why there’s room for more voices in the industry. We discover how she still uses creativity and art as a form of self-care and expression. It’s so good I can’t wait for you to hear it!I wasn’t ready for the joy Tasha gave me this episode. She’s the absolute coolest and is really about helping out the next wave of talent to come through so make sure you tell your aspiring makeup artists friend to listen and hit her up on Instagram @TashaReikoBrown on Instagram.For updates on Wanna Be follow Content is Queen on Twitter @ContentisQn and Instagram @contentisqueenhq.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends via your insta-stories. We’ve pulled some amazing quotes from the episodes which you can reshare via Instagram and Twitter.To get extended show notes listing any of the tools and resources we’ve talked about on this episode visit wannabepodcast.com. This podcast is proudly a Content Is Queen Production. As always huge love and hugs to Ellie Clifford for pulling this episode out of the bag this week!AND thank you for listening!Until next time… Bye

Hello and welcome to the Wanna Be Podcast! a behind the scenes look at the opportunities available in the creative and entertainment industries so you can get towhere you wanna be 30 minutes or less. I am of course your host, Imriel MorganShoutout to you for listening to last week’s episode with the incredible Lolly Adefope who provided some much needed relief for us all last episode.I’m honoured to bring you today’s guest! Seyi Akiwowo is the Founder and Executive Director of Glitch. An organisation she set up to tackle online abuse. At 23, Seyi was the youngest elected black female councillor in Newham, East London. You are in for a real treat with today’s episode, if you’re considering a career in politics then this episode is for you. If you’re finidning yourself more politically engaged due to recent events this is also an episode to listen to. Seyi doesn’t hold back on her experience in UK politics as a young black women. We talk about how to survive in politics, what it takes to see change in our systems and how to combat and deal with online abuse if you’re ever faced with it. Let’s do this!When I tell you that editing this down was HARD I mean it was HARD. Seyi was speaking the truth throughout! I highly recommend you go follow her if you aren’t already @SeyiAkiwowo on Twitter and Instagram. To learn more about Glitch go to fixtheglitch.orgFor updates on Wanna Be follow Content is Queen on Twitter @ContentisQn and Instagram @contentisqueenhq.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends via your insta-stories. We’ve pulled some amazing quotes from the episodes which you can reshare via Instagram and Twitter.To get extended show notes listing any of the tools and resources we’ve talked about on this episode visit wannabepodcast.com. This podcast is proudly a Content Is Queen Production. As always huge love and hugs to Ellie Clifford for pulling this episode out of the bag this week!AND thank you for listening!Until next time… Bye

Hello and welcome to the Wanna Be Podcast! a behind the scenes look at the opportunities available in the creative and entertainment industries so you can get towhere you wanna be 30 minutes or less. I am of course your host, Imriel MorganShoutout to you for listening to last week’s episode with the incredible Coco Khan who was just phenomenal.I screamed at my phone when I got the calendar invite for today’s guest! Today I’m speaking with Lolly Adefope. Lolly is a comedian and actress. Lolly specialises in Character comedy. She’s appeared in a number of British TV shows including Sick Note, This Time with Alan Partridge, Ghosts and Shrill. In today’s episode Lolly talk about role models and representation in entertainment. SHe shares how she got started in comedy. She takes us through her audition process. We find out how she determines if something is funny or not. We talk about big breaks and if she feels that the US has more opportunities than the UK. It’s a goodie so let’s go. I loved chatting with Lolly! What you didn’t get is all the great jokes we had before recording the episode, so sorry! You can watch Lolly right now in Shrill on BBC iPlayer and it’s available on Hulu as well. You should definitely be following her on Twitter and Instagram @lollyadefope where she posts consistently entertaining content.For updates on Wanna Be follow Content is Queen on Twitter @ContentisQn and Instagram @contentisqueenhq.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends via your insta-stories. We’ve pulled some amazing quotes from the episodes which you can reshare via Instagram and Twitter.To get extended show notes listing any of the tools and resources we’ve talked about on this episode visit wannabepodcast.com. This podcast is proudly a Content Is Queen Production. As always huge love and hugs to Ellie Clifford for making sure this recording was right and tight for your ears today.AND thank you for listening!

Hello and welcome to the Wanna Be Podcast! a behind the scenes look at the opportunities available in the creative and entertainment industries so you can get towhere you wanna be 30 minutes or less. I am of course your host, Imriel MorganShoutout to you for listening to last week’s episode with the incredible Jamelia Donaldson.Today’s guest is Coco Khan, Coco is a journalist, and an incredibly talented writer. She’s the Commissioning editor for The Guardian B2B as well as being a columnist for The Guardian Weekend. Coco has also contributed to two hugely successful books The Good Immigrant edited by Nikesh Shukla and Not about the Burqa edited by Mariam Khan.In today’s episode we talk about how Coco came to be a successful journalist, we touch on representation and why it’s sometimes tokenistic. Coco shares how she was able to develop her writing style and develop a confident voice. We touch on how external validation can be normal and healthy as a motivator. Let’s dive in!I had so much fun recording with Coco on this episode. She’s an absolute blast, if you’re now as enamoured with her as I am you definitely need to check out her work in The Good Immigrant and It’s not about the Burqa Also absolutely go and and follow her @cocobyname on Twitter.For updates on Wanna Be follow Content is Queen on Twitter @ContentisQn and Instagram @contentisqueenhq.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends via your insta-stories. We’ve pulled some amazing quotes from the episodes which you can reshare via Instagram and Twitter.To get extended show notes listing any of the tools and resources we’ve talked about on this episode visit wannabepodcast.com. This podcast is proudly a Content Is Queen Production. Much love as always to my talented producer Ellie Clifford who pulls these together week to week!AND thank you for listening!

Hello and welcome to the Wanna Be Podcast! A behind the scenes look at the opportunities available in the creative and entertainment industries so you can get towhere you wanna be 30 minutes or less. I am of course your host, Imriel MorganThank you all for taking the time to check out the episode with Lauren Currie. Be sure to check out Stride if you’re interested in levelling up your leadership skills. Which I’m sure you’ll want to do after this episode.Today’s guest is Jamelia Donaldson. Jamelia is the Founder of Treasure Tress Europes first and largest natural hair product discovery box. Jamelia is a force, she’s an accomplished speaker, podcast host of She’s Obsessed and she’s the co-creator of The Teen Experience personal development workshops with Simone Powderly.In today’s episode, you’ll come to understand what it means to become an entrepreneur and to run a business that makes it to year 4. Jamelia shares how she developed her business and leadership skills without a formal business degree. We talk about the startup ecosystem and how to navigate the inevitable changes to you, your business and your team.Ah, how great is Jamelia! Make sure you follow her on Instagram @Jameliaisobsessed and her amazing brand @treasuretress. Her feed is pure inspiration and delight! Be sure to check out her podcast She’s Obsessed as well.For updates on Wanna Be follow Content is Queen on Twitter @ContentisQn and Instagram @contentisqueenhq.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends via your insta-stories. We’ve pulled some amazing quotes from the episodes which you can reshare via Instagram and Twitter.To get extended show notes listing any of the tools and resources we’ve talked about on this episode visit wannabepodcast.com. This podcast is proudly a Content Is Queen Production. Much love as always to my talented producer Ellie Clifford who pulls these together week to week!AND thank you for listening!

Hello and welcome to the Wanna Be Podcast! a behind the scenes look at the opportunities available in the creative and entertainment industries so you can get towhere you wanna be 30 minutes or less. I am of course your host, Imriel MorganThank you all for taking the time to check out the episode with Arlan Hamilton. Be sure to get a copy of her book ‘It’s about Damn Time’ available for purchase now.Today’s guest is someone I’ve known for a little while now and I think you’ll adore. Her name is Lauren Currie, Lauren is the Founder of Upfront which she set up to help women get comfortable with public speaking and being on stage. She’s the CEO of Stride a digital platform that will transform and democratise leadership training and she’s a very established speaker oh and she holds an OBE. In today’s episode, Lauren shares where her love of design came from and how following that path led her to starting her own service design agency. Lauren shares how she turned her frustration into action and created Upfront to directly tackle the lack of women on stage at design conferences and seminars. She also reveals how she balances her workload with motherhood. There’s all of this and so much more, let’s get into it.If you didn’t come away from this episode taken by Lauren I’m not sure you were listening. She is definitely THE person you need to be following right now. You can find her on Instagram @_laurencurrie_. If you’re interested in leadership you can find out more about Stride and join their beta at stride.incFor updates on Wanna Be follow Content is Queen on Twitter @ContentisQn and Instagram @contentisqueenhq.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends via your insta-stories. We’ve pulled some amazing quotes from the episodes which you can reshare via Instagram and Twitter.To get extended show notes listing any of the tools and resources we’ve talked about on this episode visit wannabepodcast.com. This podcast is proudly a Content Is Queen Production. A huge thank you to Ellie Clifford for making these home recording edits work!Thank you for listening!

Hello and welcome to the Wanna Be Podcast! A behind the scenes look at the opportunities available in the creative and entertainment industries so you can get towhere you wanna be 30 minutes or less. I am of course your host, Imriel MorganThank you all for taking the time to check out the episode with Elaine Welterwroth last week. It’s one of the most listened to episodes of the season and I’m not surprised. Elaine spoke nothing but the TRUTH!Today’s guest is Venture Capitalist and Backstage Capital Founder Arlan Hamilton. Arlan was the star of Startup a podcast by Gimlet media in 2018. Arlan has been dedicated to raising funds to support underestimated founders. She’s been incredibly vocal about the discrimination faced by black founders in particular women when it comes to accessing venture capital. She’s now the author of a book called ‘It’s about damn time’ which will be released in the UK and the US on May 7th.In today’s episode, Arlan shares what inspired her to go after a career as a venture capitalist. She reveals some of the discrimination she faced on her journey. She shares how she was able to write her book while maintaining her day to day work with Backstage. Stay tuned at the end for her ‘best advice’ which left me speechless. Let’s go!A huge thank you to Arlan who very generously gave me her time for this episode. You can pre-order her book from ItsAboutDamnTime.com which drops on May 7th. Proceeds from the book go towards Backstage Capital which funds ‘underestimated founders’ Follow Arlan on Twitter @arlanwashereFor updates on Wanna Be follow Content is Queen on Twitter @ContentisQn and Instagram @contentisqueenhq.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends via your insta-stories. We’ve pulled some amazing quotes from the episodes which you can reshare via Instagram and Twitter.To get extended show notes listing any of the tools and resources we’ve talked about on this episode visit wannabepodcast.com. This podcast is proudly a Content Is Queen Production. A huge thank you to Ellie Clifford for making these home recording edits work!

Hello and welcome to the Wanna Be Podcast! A behind the scenes look at the opportunities available in the creative and entertainment industries so you can get towhere you wanna be 30 minutes or less. I am of course your host, Imriel MorganThank you all for taking the time to check out episode 101 with Celebrity hairstylist Lacy Redway. If you missed it, you know what to queue up after this episode is done. Go listen to it of course!Today’s guest was a dream and a pinch me for me! Elaine Welteroth is a journalist, Editor and New York Times Bestseller. You might recognise Elaine because she was the former Editor-in-chief for Teen Vogue. She was the second youngest Editor-in-chief of a Conde Nast publication as well as the second black woman to hold the title of Editor-in-chief in Conde Nast history. Elaine was responsible for steering Teen Vogue into politics, social justice some would say she made it WOKE.In today’s episode Elaine talks about her role model, how she landed her first opportunity with her role model. We switch it up and talk about what it means to be audacious, intentions and self-care. Elaine also shares why she no longer overworks and so much more. You’re gonna love it!A huge thank you to Elaine who was an absolute joy to interview! 1) go and get her book ‘More than Enough’ available in all good bookstores and on Audible. And 2) follow her @elainewelteroth on Instagram her feed is pure joy!For updates on Wanna Be follow Content is Queen on Twitter @ContentisQn and Instagram @contentisqueenhq.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends via your insta-stories. We’ve pulled some amazing quotes from the episodes which you can reshare via Instagram and Twitter.To get extended show notes listing any of the tools and resources we’ve talked about on this episode visit wannabepodcast.com. This podcast is proudly a Content Is Queen Production. A huge thank you to Ellie Clifford for making these home recording edits work!

Hello and welcome to the Wanna Be Podcast! a behind the scenes look at the opportunities available in the creative and entertainment industries so you can get to where you wanna be 30 minutes or less. I am of course your host, Imriel Morgan.Thank you all for taking the time to check out episode 100 with Malorie Blackman. If you missed it, definitely go back and check it out.Today’s guest is Lacy Redway! I was so excited to speak to Lacy as I had been following her for a while. Lacy is a celebrity hair stylist, she’s worked with Tracee Ellis-Ross, Tessa Thompson, Lady Gaga, Kim Kardashian, FKA Twigs the list goes on and on. Lacy has been featured in a number of publications from including Essence, Allure, Glamour, Cosmopolitan. She was one of Refinery29’s 13 Most influential female hair stylists.In today’s episode Lacy shares the origin of her passion for hair, how she began to learn about celebrity hair styling, where and how she got her first opportunities. Lacy also generously shares why she’s always booked and busy so that you can be too!A huge thank you to Lacy! If you haven’t already searched for her on Instagram @lacyredway go and follow her for a serious case of hairspiration.For updates on Wanna Be follow Content is Queen on Twitter @ContentisQn and Instagram @contentisqueenhq.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends via your insta-stories. We’ve pulled some amazing quotes from the episodes which you can reshare via Instagram and Twitter.To get extended show notes listing any of the tools and resources we’ve talked about on this episode visit wannabepodcast.com. This podcast is proudly a Content Is Queen Production. A huge thank you to Ellie Clifford for making these home recording edits work!