Podcasts about black british women

Season 7 Episode 7! St Vincentian, Michelle Hart is a solution focused hypnotherapist and meditation teacher with over 20 years experience within social care and the voluntary sector. She witnessed firsthand the burnout and fatigue of the compassionate women around her whose love and care for others did not always stretch to themselves. She has a passion for supporting midlife women to embrace this stage of their lives, by getting curious about who they are now, what they want and need so that they can bring more joy into their lives with the understanding that they too are worthy of the compassion they show to others.  We had a conversation about > partial hysterectomy and fibroids >the horrors of 'flooding' periods  > what exactly 'hypnotherapy' is > unusual symptoms  > how she found her freedom This is an uplifting conversation and and episode. that will give hope to many. You're not going mad and you're not alone! CONNECT Michelle Hart Instagram Book an online consultation with Michelle NOTES Clonidine uses.  Earths Farm founded by Earth to Earth Organics natural Skincare. If you're new to this brand use code WEARYOURHAPPY24 for a 15% discount at checkout. Sign Make Menopause Matter petition for Healthcare, Employment and Education. If you love this podcast please support us by following Menopause Whilst Black on Facebook and Instagram, leaving a glowing wordy review on any platform and like, subscribe and comment on YouTube. Please keep talking about menopause amongst your family, friends and work colleagues of all genders. Together we will break this taboo and ensure that every person gets the menopause care they need.  Jiggle your bits to our Spotify playlist. Email the show: hello@menopausewhilstblack.com New website! menopausewhilstblack.com Karen Arthur is a broadcaster, artist, author and menopause activist.  She is also host of bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio 'Can We Talk'. Karen hosts The Joy Retreat Barbados, the worlds first retreat for Black women in any stage of menopause, 28th April - 5th May 2025. 8 of 10 spaces remain. Karens first childrens book, 'Grandmas Locs', illustrated by Camilla Ru, on celebrating natural Black hair through the relationship between a grandmother and her grandson, will be published by Tate publishing on 24th October 2024. Preorders open. New episodes drop every Wednesday thanks to the invaluable work of @beyongolia and @yaa___studio who are bloody amazing.  *we recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term women is used whilst mindful of this.

Season 7 Episode 6!  Dr Annabel Sowemimo is a doctor, academic, activist, and writer of Nigerian heritage. She is a London based Consultant in Community Sexual & Reproductive Health in the NHS, and founder of charity the Reproductive Justice Initiative (RJI) (formerly Decolonising Contraception), which aims to address health inequalities and racial disparities.  Annabel won the inaugural award for Health Equity Champion at the Curah-H Awards in 2024. Within her specialty, she is interested in tackling Gender Based Violence and improving access for marginalised groups. Annabel was a regular columnist for gal-dem, and is a freelance writer for numerous publications, also authoring several academic publications in leading medical journals including the Lancet and British Medical Journal. She is frequently in demand for TV and radio, and was recently featured in the ITV1 documentary Our NHS with Dr Zoe Williams.  Annabel is a part-time PhD candidate and Harold Moody Scholar at King's College London, with her research focusing on the experiences of Black women in Britain with fertility control methods. She is a regular lecturer at a number of institutions including the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, UCL and King's College London. Her first, now arad winning  book Divided: Racism, Medicine and Decolonising Healthcare was published by Profile Books/Wellcome Collection in April 2023. We sat down to discuss: > Scoliosis and her introduction to the power of medical institutions  > the origins of medical racism > the serious impact racial weathering on modern Black bodies, > the importance of reclaiming joy. and much more! SHOW NOTES Divided by Annabel Sowemimo Weathering: The Extraordinary Stress of Ordinary Life in an Unjust Society by Professor Arline T. Geronimus  Black Skin White Masks by Frantz Fanon CONNECT Dr Annabel Sowemimo on Instagram   Dr Annabel Sowemimo links If you love this podcast please support us by following Menopause Whilst Black on Facebook and Instagram, leaving a glowing wordy review on any platform and like, subscribe and comment on YouTube. Please keep talking about menopause amongst your family, friends and work colleagues of all genders. Together we will break this taboo and ensure that every person gets the menopause care they need.  Jiggle your bits to our Spotify playlist. Email the show: hello@menopausewhilstblack.com New website! menopausewhilstblack.com Karen Arthur is a broadcaster, artist, author and menopause activist.  She is host of bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio 'Can We Talk'. Karen hosts The Joy Retreat Barbados, the worlds first retreat for Black women in any stage of menopause, 28th April - 5th May 2025.  Karens first childrens book, 'Grandmas Locs', illustrated by Camilla Ru, on celebrating natural Black hair through the relationship between a grandmother and her grandson, will be published by Tate publishing on 24th October 2024. Preorders open. New episodes drop every Wednesday thanks to the invaluable work of @beyongolia and @yaa___studio who are bloody amazing.  *we recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term women is used whilst mindful of this.

Menopause Whist Black Season SEVEN Episode THREE! Our guest for Episode 3 of S7 is Ify Okoye. British Nigerian, Ify Okoye is a trained lawyer and a former policy adviser in the Home Office and Department for Education. She left the Civil Service last year to recover from Long Covid, having first contracted Covid in November 2021. Ify has caring responsibilities for her elderly mother and is currently cat fostering as part of Cats Protection's Lifeline scheme. During the course of her treatment for Long Covid, Ify was diagnosed last year as being autistic. Ify has a passion for cats, the works of Jean Claude van Damme, films and music from the 1980s and 90s, and she has recently discovered the joys of crochet. In this clip Ify talks about the immense value of self trust. During this episode we talk about a wide range of topics including: > Long Covid. Impact and recovery > Coming to terms with her autism diagnosis. > The overlap between long covid and peri-menopause symptoms. > Grief and loss - around career, health, motherhood and self > The importance of her faith. > Learning to 'be' instead of doing... ...and so much more. This episode touches some topics that some may find difficult or upsetting. Pace yourself. Reach out here or to others. Know that you are never alone.  CONNECT Ify does not 'do' social media but is happy to speak to others about topics that resonate via email ifster35@gmail.com Please be kind. SHOW NOTES Psychologist: Adriana Coelho - Body Mind Healthcare Clinic Yoga for Life project - online community for Long Covid (restorative yoga):  East Barnet Health Centre - Covid Clinic Magnesium Glycinate Ayurvedic Massage Moringa benefits for menopause Raynauds disease Gingko Biloba Otter Craft Studio in Wood Green The Year of Yes - Shonda Rhymes This episode is available to watch on YouTube and listen on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon and beyond. Should Ify's words resonate please share this episode with those who may need to hear our conversations. And leave a comment and/or glowing review on your chosen platform! They really make a difference to our reach!  If you love this podcast please support us by following Menopause Whilst Black on Facebook and Instagram, leaving a glowing wordy review on any platform and like, subscribe and comment on YouTube. Please keep talking about menopause amongst your family, friends and work colleagues of all genders. Together we will break this taboo and ensure that every person gets the menopause care they need.  Jiggle your bits to our Spotify playlist. Join our mailing list. Email the show: thekarenarthur@mail.com Karen Arthur is a broadcaster, artist, author and menopause activist.  She is host of bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio 'Can We Talk'. Karen  hosts The Joy Retreat Barbados, the worlds first retreat for Black women in any stage of menopause. Bookings for April/May 2025 open shortly. Email thekarenarthur@mail.com  Karens first childrens book, 'Grandmas Locs', illustrated by Camilla Ru, on celebrating natural Black hair through the relationship between a grandmother and her grandson, will be published by Tate publishing on 24th October 2024. Preorders open. New episodes miraculously* appear on Wednesdays. *thanks to the invaluable work of @beyongolia and @yaa___studio who are bloody amazing. #MenopauseWhilstBlack *we recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term women is used whilst mindful of this.  

Menopause Whist Black Season SIX FINALE Episode 8 is now up! For this special FINALE episode we took my favourite conversation clips from each guest and sandwiched them between my own thoughts and feelings to bring you a delicious and nourishing offering - all the food groups represented! A new slant that we hope you love as much as we do, this last episode in the season is available to watch on YouTube and listen on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon and beyond. If these words strike a chord, don't forget to share with someone else who may benefit. Pop to my Linktree to listen now. Goodness me what a ride the past two months have been! Thank you ALL for rocking with us! Big thanks as always to Team MWB @yaastudios and @beyongolia and meeeeee without whom the show would never go on. Loved this season? Love this podcast? Leave us a positive review on the following platforms (least reviews are listed first): > Facebook > Audible > YouTube > Spotify > Apple podcast As always the BEST advertising is the word of mouth so keep talking and keep sharing! Stay tuned for Season 7 - July 2024.   NOTES Le'Nise's Brothers' Book: You Can Have a Better Period Dr Jocelynne's Perimenopause and Menopause for Black women ebook* *Available for a small cost. Dr Yansie, Co-editor of the book: Black and Menopausal Intimate Stories of Navigating the Change. Derek Bardowell book How To Do Good Better. Professor Joyce  Paper: How do women feel cold water swimming affects their menstrual and perimenopausal symptoms? Mary Martin wins Power of a Woman Award, March 2024. Dr Itunu Johnson - DrShoCares.com   CONNECT Menopause Whilst Black on Instagram  Karen Arthur on Instagram MWBPod website These episodes are conversations between humans discussing their own menopause experiences. They are not a substitute for advice and consultation with a qualified health professional. No two menopause experiences are the same so do remember to do your own research. If you are a brand or business whose values align with Menopause Whilst Black consider sponsoring a season or an epsiode of this podcast. Get in touch for rates: juanita@tgrg.co.uk  Jiggle your bits to our Spotify Playlist Email the show: thekarenarthur@mail.com Like, subscribe, follow and rate Menopause whilst Black on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. Karen Arthur is a menopause activist and campaigner and host of this podcast plus a new bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio 'Can We Talk'. Listen to the latest episode on Soundcloud We recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term ‘women' is used whilst mindful of this. Join our mailing list.  Team MWB: Producer and Editor: Beyongolia Productions Digital design and communications: Yaa Studio Space  

Menopause Whilst Black Season SIX Episode 6 is here! Our guest this week is Dr Jocelyne Tedajo Tsambou. DrJocelyn is a French born Cameroonian who lived in Senegal and studied in England. She is also step mother to three children. Dr Jocelyne is a GP, menopause specialist and medical educator, member of the Royal College of General Practitioners and the Ivel Medical Centre in Bedfordshire. Her particular focus on menopause and family planning consultations have seen her push the boundaries of service provision, further cementing her status as a specialist also recognised by the British Menopause Society.  Dr. Jocelyne takes a holistic view and a well balanced approach to health and well being. We discuss: > Bio vs and body identical hormones. > her own long fertility journey. > the cultural pressure that accompanies childlessness > finding her purpose through menopause > Why health professionals must factor in culturaly nuanced menopause experiences earlier. and much more.  This episode is available to watch on YouTube and listen on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon and beyond. If Dr Jocelyne's words resonate with you, do share it with someone who may benefit from our conversation. NOTES NHS app couch to 5K Pelaton for meditation Perimenopause and Menopause for Black women ebook* *Free to listeners until 15th May 2024 then a small cost.   CONNECT   Dr Jocelyne on Linkedin Menopause Whilst Black on Instagram  Karen Arthur on Instagram MWBPod website These episodes are conversations between humans discussing their own menopause experiences. They are not a substitute for advice and consultation with a qualified health professional. No two menopause experiences are the same so do remember to do your own research. If you are a brand or business whose values align with Menopause Whilst Black consider sponsoring a season or an epsiode of this podcast. Get in touch for rates: juanita@tgrg.co.uk  Jiggle your bits to our Spotify Playlist Email the show: thekarenarthur@mail.com Like, subscribe, follow and rate Menopause whilst Black on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. Karen Arthur is a menopause activist and campaigner and host of this podcast plus a new bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio 'Can We Talk'. Listen to the latest episode on Soundcloud We recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term ‘women' is used whilst mindful of this. Join our mailing list.  Team MWB: Producer and Editor: Beyongolia Productions Digital design and communications: Yaa Studio Space

Menopause Whist Black Season SIX Episode 5! Our guest this week is Dr Yansie Rolston. Dr. Yansie Rolstons PhD experience is in health equity providing technical expertise to statutory organisations. She is a researcher, skilled trainer and facilitator working across Europe, Africa, America, and the Caribbean, designing and implementing health equity strategies. Dr Yansie founded You and Menopause in 2014, is a film executive producer of several documentaries on menopause and grief and co-editor/author of 'Black and menopausal, intimate stories of navigating the change', a highly recommended book on Black peoples personal journeys with menopause.  Dr Yansie is associate director of The Ubele Initiative and Efficacy Eva.  We discuss: > Her experience of surgically induced menopause > Menopause experiences in different countries > The support from Mother and daughter conversations > Worries around over-medicalising menopause > How to lessen the serious impact of racial weathering. and much more. This episode is available to watch on YouTube and listen on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon and beyond. If Dr Yansies episode resonates with you, do share this episode with others who may benefit from our conversation. Don't forget to leave a positive review on your chosen platform!  NOTES 4 documentary films about menopause  You and Menopause website.  The Ubele Initiative  Co-editor of the book: Black and Menopausal Intimate Stories of Navigating the Change. Contributing chapter in the book: More than Talk perspectives in Black and People of Colour in Sexual and Reproductive Health in the UK. Book recommendation: The Body Takes the Score book Bessel van der Kolk CONNECT Youandme_nopause on Instagram Dr Yansie Rolston on Instagram Email Yansie: yrolston@hotmail.com Youandmenopause.org Karen Arthur  on Instagram  MWBPod website These episodes are conversations between humans discussing their own menopause experiences. They are not a substitute for advice and consultation with a qualified health professional. No two menopause experiences are the same so do remember to do your own research. If you are a brand or business whose values align with Menopause Whilst Black consider sponsoring a season or an epsiode of this podcast. Get in touch for rates: juanita@tgrg.co.uk  Jiggle your bits to our Spotify Playlist Email the show: thekarenarthur@mail.com Like, subscribe, follow and rate Menopause whilst Black on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. Karen Arthur is a menopause activist and campaigner and host of this podcast plus a new bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio 'Can We Talk'. Listen to the latest episode on Soundcloud We recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term ‘women' is used whilst mindful of this. Join our mailing list.  Team MWB: Producer and Editor: Beyongolia Productions Digital design and communications: Yaa Studio Space

Menopause Whist Black Season SIX Episode 4! Our guest for Episode 4 this week is Professor Joyce Harper. Professor Harper is an internationally renowned, award winning educator, author podcaster academic and scientist who has written over 240 scientific papers, published three books and is working on her fourth. Joyce is leading the development of a UK Menopause Education and Support Programme, is co founder of the UK Fertility Education Initiative, and founder of the International Reproductive Health Education Collaboration. We talk about so much! Highlights below: > the five pillars of well-being > why getting outside is so important > the benefits of cold water immersion > menopause misinformation - how to shut out the noise and so much more. Joyce wasn't too impressed with my own alternative to cold water swimming - what can I say - I prefer my immersion temperatures to be a tad higher. Are you a cold water swim fan? This episode is available to watch on YouTube, all good podcast platforms and beyond. If Joyces words hit home please share this episode with others who may benefit from our conversation. Don't forget to leave a positive review on your chosen platform!  NOTES Paper: How do women feel cold water swimming affects their menstrual and perimenopausal symptoms? British Menopause Society Institute for Women's Health The Lancet article - Time for a balanced conversation about menopause  Women's Health Concern Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists Wellbeing of Women Anish Mukherjee, brilliant endocrinologist: Hormone Wise and The.Hormone.Doc on Instagram The Death Book  CONNECT Prof Joyce Harper on Instagram Website  Joyceharper.com Karen Arthur  on Instagram  MWBPod website These episodes are conversations between humans discussing their own menopause experiences. They are not a substitute for advice and consultation with a qualified health professional. No two menopause experiences are the same so do remember to do your own research. If you are a brand or business whose values align with Menopause Whilst Black consider sponsoring a season or an epsiode of this podcast. Get in touch for rates: juanita@tgrg.co.uk  Jiggle your bits to our Spotify Playlist Email the show: thekarenarthur@mail.com Like, subscribe, follow and rate Menopause whilst Black on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. Karen Arthur is a menopause activist and campaigner and host of this podcast plus a new bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio 'Can We Talk'. Listen to the latest episode on Soundcloud We recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term ‘women' is used whilst mindful of this. Join our mailing list.  Team MWB: Producer and Editor: Beyongolia Productions Digital design and communications: Yaa Studio Space  

Nova Reid is a thought leader, TED speaker, writer and producer. Often described as a force to be reckoned with, Nova uses her background in mental wellbeing to encourage meaningful change from the inside out. Through her impactful advocacy and powerful public speaking, writing and storytelling, she has become renowned as an agent of change, selected as one of Black Magic Network's Top 100 Black British Women and receiving a Precious Award for Social Impact. Nova's sought-after online academy - Becoming Anti-Racist with Nova Reid - and best selling debut book, The Good Ally, have consistently been described as life-changing.   This interview is for you if you: ✅ Would like to understand what good allyship really looks like ✅ What it means to be truly anti-racist ✅ How Nova deals with the hostility that comes with being in such a public position ✅ To hear Nova discuss if we have really moved forward in the fight against racism   At 1000 Voices we are on a mission to interview 1000 black British changemakers. Like what we're about? Support by leaving us a review!   ————————————————————————— ✉️ Are you or do you know someone with a powerful story that you believe needs to be amplified? Send us an email: hello@1000voicesuk.com

Elizabeth Uviebinene studied Politics and International Studies at the University of Warwick and then worked as a Marketing manager in the city. It was this experience that led to the writing, with co-author Yomi Adegoke, of the bestselling book, Slay in Your Lane, a life guide for young Black British Women.In 2018 Elizabeth was the recipient of a Marie Claire Future Shaper award.Now Elizabeth and Yomi have teamed up again with their first book in a middle-grade series, The Offline Diaries.It's a story about friendship and loyalty revolving around school and home. It's told through a mix of diary entries and social media conversations.About The Offline DiariesAde is about to start at a new school. She is NOT happy with her stepdad for making them move here.Shanice has been at the school for a year already. Since her mum died, she's been living with her dad and annoying older brother, spending most of her time outside school in her dad's hair salon. When Ade and Shanice meet in the salon and spot each other's diaries, an instant friendship is formed, and they start to chat online...but offline is a whole other story! The Offline Diaries is a fresh, funny and contemporary story of friendship, told in the captivating voices of Ade and Shanice - two utterly unforgettable Year 8 girls who will seize the hearts and imaginations of readers everywhere.

I am really excited to share this episode with you. I have invited my friend and peer and all round incredible human Nova Reid to join me on the podcast. Nova uses her professional background in mental wellbeing to encourage meaningful change from the inside out. She has worked with a variety of organisations including Google, BT and Bloody Good Period and has an online anti-racism academy: Becoming Anti-Racist with Nova Reid. Nova regularly appears on BBC News, Sky News and BBC Radio as a media expert on race. In 2018, Nova was invited to attend the Royal Wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to provide expert media commentary. Nova is an accomplished presenter and public speaker. In 2021 she shared the stage with acclaimed actor David Harewood to discuss the impact of racism on mental health. She was headhunted by TEDx Frankfurt to deliver a talk on microaggressions which was upgraded as a TED talk in 2020. Nova was named one of the Top 100 Black British Women by the Black Magic Network, as part of International Women's Day 2019 and in November 2020 she was awarded a Precious Award for Social Impact for her work in racial justice. Nova is a passionate advocate for equity, collective healing and helping people use self-agency to role model change. Her debut book The Good Ally: a guided anti-racism journey from bystander to changemaker is out nowWhat you are about to listen to is just a real and honest conversation about race, about hope, about limitlessness and liberation, all of those things, and so much more. Highlights 05:30 Balancing the feeling of despair and hopelessness19:15 Anti racism and collective healing36:30 Liberation39:08 The birthplace of racismQuotes“I felt a calling to serve something that was greater than me.”“It was so bizarre that people felt that because I was black, that I, all of a sudden was going to be an expert on anti-racism and speak for all black people in the coaching Industry.”“I was not myself because I had learned that being myself wasn't good enough or was less than, so I think I'll be on a path to unpacking that and undoing that programming for the rest of my life.”“In being human again, in living in our full humanity is to humanise each other, is to not bypass human experiences in favour of love and light and just be kind hashtags. It's to be with every facet of being human.”LinksFind Nova on Instagram Find Nova on FacebookFind Nova onlineYou can read the transcript here.Faith + Action = Miracles

Bernardine Evaristo didn't think there were enough books being published about Black British women, so she wrote one herself. Girl, Woman, Other looks at the lives of many different British women, mostly Black women, from 19 to 93 years old. Some of their stories intertwine while others stay separate. Evaristo told NPR's Scott Simon that she wanted "to show the heterogeneity of who we are in this society, and to explore us as fully realized, complex, driven, flawed individuals whose stories are as worthy of telling as anyone else's."

In today's episode, Resmaa will be speaking with Nova Reid. Often described as a force to be reckoned with, Nova Reid is an Activist, TED speaker and author, with a mission to improve racial justice by helping people be the change they want to see by courageously unlearning their racism. Nova uses her professional background in mental wellbeing to encourage meaningful change from the inside out. She has worked with a variety of organizations including BT and Bloody Good Period and has an online anti-racism academy: Becoming Anti-Racist with Nova Reid. Nova regularly appears on BBC News, Sky News and BBC Radio as a media expert on race. In 2018, Nova was invited to attend the Royal Wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to provide expert media commentary on race. Nova is an accomplished public speaker and was headhunted by TEDx Frankfurt to deliver a talk on microaggressions which was upgraded as a TED talk in 2020. Nova was named one of the Top 100 Black British Women by the Black Magic Network, as part of International Women's Day 2019 and in November 2020 she was awarded a Precious Award for Social Impact for her work in racial justice. Nova is a passionate advocate for equity, collective healing and helping people use self-agency to role model change. Her debut book The Good Ally published by HarperCollins is out now

In today's episode, Resmaa will be speaking with Nova Reed. Often described as a force to be reckoned with, Nova Reid is an Activist, TED speaker and author, with a mission to improve racial justice by helping people be the change they want to see by courageously unlearning their racism. Nova uses her professional background in mental wellbeing to encourage meaningful change from the inside out. She has worked with a variety of organizations including BT and Bloody Good Period and has an online anti-racism academy: Becoming Anti-Racist with Nova Reid. Nova regularly appears on BBC News, Sky News and BBC Radio as a media expert on race. In 2018, Nova was invited to attend the Royal Wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to provide expert media commentary on race. Nova is an accomplished public speaker and was headhunted by TEDx Frankfurt to deliver a talk on microaggressions which was upgraded as a TED talk in 2020. Nova was named one of the Top 100 Black British Women by the Black Magic Network, as part of International Women's Day 2019 and in November 2020 she was awarded a Precious Award for Social Impact for her work in racial justice. Nova is a passionate advocate for equity, collective healing and helping people use self-agency to role model change. Her debut book The Good Ally published by HarperCollins is out now.

In today's episode, Resmaa will be speaking with Nova Reid. Often described as a force to be reckoned with, Nova Reid is an Activist, TED speaker and author, with a mission to improve racial justice by helping people be the change they want to see by courageously unlearning their racism. Nova uses her professional background in mental wellbeing to encourage meaningful change from the inside out. She has worked with a variety of organizations including BT and Bloody Good Period and has an online anti-racism academy: Becoming Anti-Racist with Nova Reid. Nova regularly appears on BBC News, Sky News and BBC Radio as a media expert on race. In 2018, Nova was invited to attend the Royal Wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to provide expert media commentary on race. Nova is an accomplished public speaker and was headhunted by TEDx Frankfurt to deliver a talk on microaggressions which was upgraded as a TED talk in 2020. Nova was named one of the Top 100 Black British Women by the Black Magic Network, as part of International Women's Day 2019 and in November 2020 she was awarded a Precious Award for Social Impact for her work in racial justice. Nova is a passionate advocate for equity, collective healing and helping people use self-agency to role model change. Her debut book The Good Ally published by HarperCollins is out now

About Jamelia Jamelia Donaldson is the award-winning founder and CEO of @TreasureTress Europes largest and first monthly product discovery subscription service for women with kinky-curly hair and also the co-creator of The Teen Experience, a monthly workshop series that offers black and mixed-race teen girls personal development skills and more. She is the creator of the TT AWARDS an online event that showcases the best beauty products as well as the creator of the TreasureTress Trend Report which was birthed out of the need to make the Black British Consumer visible. Her work and her company are regularly featured in Forbes, Buzzfeed, Gal-Dem, Good Housekeeping and Pride Magazine just to name a few. She is the host of ShesObsessedThePodcast highlighting the experiences of successful and game-changing Black British Women. Connect with Jamelia Instagram Twitter Linkedin Podcast Connect with TreasureTress Website IG Twitter Some topics we cover in this episode: Having a passion for hair from when she was 4 and being dissuaded by her parents from pursuing her passion. How a rejection turned into a redirection Internships and mentorships are so valuable Why it is important to always stay ready How the hunger to be creative which her role in finance did not allow her to do birthed Treasure Tress Why she had to quit her finance without telling her family and why you should never burn bridges The journey of growing TreasureTress in a market that did not exist in the UK One of the major keys to pitching Leadership, difficulty with growing a team and being intentional about your culture Investing in yourself and your personal development Connect with me Website: https://mindsetshift.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sopeagbelusi/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sopeagbelusi/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sope_Agbelusi Email: hello@mindsetshift.co.uk -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACKYou can do this on Apple podcast or on Stitcher Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. I appreciate you and your support! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Have a question, comment or a topic you want to be discussed? Send me a voice message: https://mindsetshift.co.uk/#ask-me-anything

About Jamelia Jamelia Donaldson is the award-winning founder and CEO of @TreasureTress — Europe's largest and first monthly product discovery subscription service for women with kinky-curly hair and also the co-creator of The Teen Experience, a monthly workshop series that offers black and mixed-race teen girls personal development skills and more. She is the creator of the  TT AWARDS an online event that showcases the best beauty products as well as the creator of the TreasureTress Trend Report which was birthed out of the need to make the Black British Consumer visible. Her work and her company are regularly featured in Forbes, Buzzfeed, Gal-Dem, Good Housekeeping and Pride Magazine just to name a few. She is the host of ShesObsessedThePodcast highlighting the experiences of successful and game-changing Black British Women. Connect with Jamelia  Instagram Twitter Linkedin Podcast Connect with TreasureTress Website IG Twitter  Some topics we cover in this episode: Having a passion for hair from when she was 4 and being dissuaded by her parents from pursuing her passion. How a rejection turned into a redirection Internships and mentorships are so valuable Why it is important to always stay ready How the hunger to be creative which her role in finance did not allow her to do birthed Treasure Tress Why she had to quit her finance without telling her family and why you should never burn bridges The journey of growing TreasureTress in a market that did not exist in the UK One of the major keys to pitching Leadership, difficulty with growing a team and being intentional about your culture Investing in yourself and your personal development Connect with me Website: https://mindsetshift.co.uk/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sopeagbelusi/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sopeagbelusi/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sope_Agbelusi Email: hello@mindsetshift.co.uk  -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACKYou can do this on Apple podcast or on Stitcher Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. I appreciate you and your support! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Have a question, comment or a topic you want to be discussed? Send me a voice message: https://mindsetshift.co.uk/#ask-me-anything

About JameliaJamelia Donaldson is the award-winning founder and CEO of @TreasureTress — Europe's largest and first monthly product discovery subscription service for women with kinky-curly hair and also the co-creator of The Teen Experience, a monthly workshop series that offers black and mixed-race teen girls personal development skills and more.She is the creator of the  TT AWARDS an online event that showcases the best beauty products as well as the creator of the TreasureTress Trend Report which was birthed out of the need to make the Black British Consumer visible.Her work and her company are regularly featured in Forbes, Buzzfeed, Gal-Dem, Good Housekeeping and Pride Magazine just to name a few. She is the host of ShesObsessedThePodcast highlighting the experiences of successful and game-changing Black British Women.Connect with Jamelia InstagramTwitterLinkedinPodcastConnect with TreasureTressWebsiteIGTwitter Some topics we cover in this episode:Having a passion for hair from when she was 4 and being dissuaded by her parents from pursuing her passion.How a rejection turned into a redirectionInternships and mentorships are so valuableWhy it is important to always stay readyHow the hunger to be creative which her role in finance did not allow her to do birthed Treasure TressWhy she had to quit her finance without telling her family and why you should never burn bridgesThe journey of growing TreasureTress in a market that did not exist in the UKOne of the major keys to pitchingLeadership, difficulty with growing a team and being intentional about your cultureInvesting in yourself and your personal developmentConnect with meWebsite: https://mindsetshift.co.uk/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sopeagbelusi/LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sopeagbelusi/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sope_AgbelusiEmail: hello@mindsetshift.co.uk --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACKYou can do this on Apple podcast or on StitcherYour ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners.I appreciate you and your support!---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Have a question, comment or a topic you want to be discussed?Send me a voice message: https://mindsetshift.co.uk/#ask-me-anything

#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… Mo is Joined by co-host Jay.   On the podcast we discuss, Black History Month, we talk about how the corporate/ work world is acknowledging Black History Month in the UK this year. Our thoughts on Channel 4 Black To Front programme schedule, including the reality show Highlife and the different types of representation on TV. We explore the question of do we need a Black History Month going forward? We talk about our actives and events we have attended, including: Film screening for “The Harder They Fall” staring Idris Elba, Jonathan Majors and Regina King. The Black Pound Day pop-up shop, Black Owned Hackney Market. Supporting Black Owned business, especially outside of food and beauty. A quick diversion into cultural appropriation, but we also take the opportunity to highlight Black talent. As mentioned on the podcast: @MNEK Twitter Thread of Black British Women artists: https://twitter.com/MNEK/status/1446391887368183813?s=20     #ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture……   ABOUT OUR GUEST:* Jay: Instagram: https://instagram.com/saikiriartguide?igshid=1wd4njqssxoby   | JOIN THE DISCUSSION |** (Hashtag) #ColourOutTheBox (Twitter: @colouroutthebox): https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/ (Instagram: @colouroutthebox): https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ (WEBSITE/ BLOG): https://colouroutthebox.com

In this episode, I speak with Nova Reid who is an Activist, TED speaker and author, with a mission to improve racial justice by helping people be the change they want to see by courageously unlearning their racism.Nova uses her professional background in mental wellbeing to encourage meaningful change from the inside out. She has worked with a variety of organisations including BT and Bloody Good Period and has an online anti-racism academy. Nova regularly appears on BBC News, Sky News and BBC Radio as a media expert on race. In 2018, Nova was invited to attend the Royal Wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to provide expert media commentary.Nova is an accomplished public speaker and was headhunted by TEDx Frankfurt to deliver a talk on microaggressions which was upgraded as a TED talk in 2020. Nova was named one of the Top 100 Black British Women by the Black Magic Network, as part of International Women's Day 2019 and in November 2020 she was awarded a Precious Award for Social Impact for her work in racial justice.Nova is a passionate advocate for equity, collective healing and helping people use self-agency to role model change. Her debut book The Good Ally is out in September 2021.We speak about her journey getting into anti-racism work, the challenges of collective healing and the joy she's found along the way.To find out more about Nova, visit her website novareid.com 

Join Peris Thuo and Nina Park interview the incredible Gloria Onitiri about her career, racism in the UK, and some words of wisdom and lasting hope. You would have seen Gloria at the in The Taming of the Shrew as Katherine and also as Guardiano in Women Beware Women, Ghost of Christmas Present in A Christmas Carol at The Old Vic, as one of the Fates in Hadestown at the National, Yomi in Chiaroscuro at The Bush, Nala in Disney's The Lion King, Rachel Marron in the original cast of The Bodyguard and much more. Gloria is also the Founder of Letter to a Black girl Podcast. Which is a podcast full of musings and roundtable discussions with the best of Black British Women. It is so refreshing having someone like Gloria who through her podcast celebrates and empowers Black Women in the UK, and also provides a platform for Black Women to tell their story and their truth in a mainstream format. This is incredibly important as we know black women are often ignored and overlooked in society. Gloria IMBD Glorias Instragram Glorias Twitter

Three Black British women from different centuries who are pioneers in using the power of the pen and in doing so have highlighted the Black experience in Britain:  Mary Seacole 19th century - First Black woman to publish an autobiography Claudia Jones 20th century - founder and publisher of the first Black commercial newspaper Bernadette Evaristo 20/21st century - first Black winner of the Booker prize Olive Vassell was born and raised in London. Her research interests focus on the African Diaspora, especially Black Europe and the Black British media. A journalist for more than two decades, Olive has worked both in the UK and the US. In 2009, she founded euromight.com, the first Black pan-European news site. Most recently she authored a chapter on the Black British and Irish Press for the pioneering, three-volume, Edinburgh History of the British and Irish Press, 1641-2017 (published November 2020). She is currently writing and editing a book, Mapping Black Europe: Monuments, Markers, Memories. In 2020, she was awarded a Fulbright Specialist award during which she will partner with the Namibia University of Science and Technology. Olive is an associate professor at the University of the District of Columbia where she heads its Digital Media program.

Black women's experience is now moving from the private to the public sphere, bringing with it new opportunities and challenges for those on the frontline of change.Following on from the acclaimed Slay in Your Lane, timely new anthology Loud Black Girls invites a new generation of writers, artists and activists to explore the richness and variety of what it means to exist as a black woman in a turbulent political age.At a time when black women find themselves increasingly courted, and yet continuously minoritised and stereotyped, essayists Paula Akpan, Jendella Benson and Kuba Shand-Baptiste join leadership coach and equality campaigner Michelle Moore to explore how to navigate an uncertain terrain while staying true to your values. How to wield influence with authenticity. How to own your history, your narrative, your work. How to empower your community and carry the torch forward for others. Join us for an unmissable conversation with ‘loud black girls' determined to build a future where every voice is heard and celebrated.#loudblackgirlsThis conversation was broadcast online on the 28th October 2020. Join us at: www.thersa.org

This Short Take has been generously provided to us by Suzanne Scafe, co-author of the ground-breaking 1985 book Heart of the Race: Black Women's Lives in Britain, and known for her involvement in supplementary schooling and the Brixton Black Women's Group. In this episode, Suzanne speaks to us about her new work in process and soon for publication, How Literature Matters: An Ethical Reading of Black British Women's Writing.Speaker: Suzanne Scafe, author and Visiting Fellow at London South Bank UniversityImage: Heart of the Race: Black Women’s Lives in Britain (Verso Books, 2018)Executive producer: Paul GilroyProducer and Editor: Kaissa KarhuRead the transcript for this podcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

BBC 5 Live journalist, Jessie Aru Phillips, talks to us about The Sista Collective podcast she created for women of colour and why giving voice to under-represented women is important

Starting as a curious conversation at the @TreasureTress Pop Up Shop, with panelist’s revealing more than they intended and audience eyes welling up before they could blink, it became clear that a sacred, highly valued and necessary conversation had begun. Join London based entrepreneur Jamelia Donaldson (@jameliaisobsessed) and her network of game changing Black British Women for vulnerable, personal and often hilarious straight up talk exploring their various “obsessions”. In this episode Jamelia speaks with Zelica Jones - a familiar voice from the live panel - about all things money. We discuss how many times what is happening with your money is a sign of underlying personal challenges and often a great indicator of change which needs to be made personally. We hope you enjoy

Starting as a curious conversation at the @TreasureTress Pop Up Shop, with panelist’s revealing more than they intended and audience eyes welling up before they could blink, it became clear that a sacred, highly valued and necessary conversation had begun. Join London based entrepreneur Jamelia Donaldson (@jameliaisobsessed) and her network of game changing Black British Women for vulnerable, personal and often hilarious straight up talk exploring their various “obsessions”. In this episode Jamelia catches up with Palmers UK Product Manager Krista Carnegie to explore her definition of self-love, the importance of fitness, the importance of practicing saying ‘no’ and the competitive edge she possesses at work, also known as #blackgirlmagic

Starting as a curious conversation at the @TreasureTress Pop Up Shop, with panelist’s revealing more than they intended and audience eyes welling up before they could blink, it became clear that a sacred, highly valued and necessary conversation had begun. Join London based entrepreneur Jamelia Donaldson (@jameliaisobsessed) and her network of game changing Black British Women for vulnerable, personal and often hilarious straight up talk exploring their various “obsessions”. In this episode Jamelia explore relationships and what can sometimes be a struggle to balance ones own personal development and the emotions and feelings of a partner in our strive towards success. Mori explore What couples counselling taught her about herself and her partner.

Starting as a curious conversation at the @TreasureTress Pop Up Shop, with panelist’s revealing more than they intended and audience eyes welling up before they could blink, it became clear that a sacred, highly valued and necessary conversation had begun. Join London based entrepreneur Jamelia Donaldson (@jameliaisobsessed) and her network of game changing Black British Women for vulnerable, personal and often hilarious straight up talk exploring their various “obsessions”. In this episode Jamelia catches up with Remel London : Presenter, and Radio Host about her career journey, her experience being a black woman in such an intensely Male dominated industry, the importance of mentors and ultimately her own pursuit of happiness and confidence.

Alex & special guests Joyce & Kafayat Okanlawon discuss her upcoming book This Is Us Black British Women and girls and our experience as Black British Women.Nonsensical TOTW - 02.30Voices for BBW 04.30Storytime - 09.13Collating contributors 28.43J Hus making - 30.30Twitter vs Insta 36.15Pre-order Now https://bit.ly/2GlMraH Follow your host on Instagram, Twitter & Snapchat @advicewithalex and fromalexandrax Follow our guests:Instagram: @jolie_is_blessed @kafayatokanlawonTwitter: @kafayatokanlawoBook Launch: Thursday 2nd May 18:30 at 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, London, E1 6LAEpisodes also available on Spotify https://spoti.fi/2tXmp6qYouTube https://bit.ly/2Is1gvw

Starting as a curious conversation at the @TreasureTress Pop Up Shop, with panelist’s revealing more than they intended and audience eyes welling up before they could blink, it became clear that a sacred, highly valued and necessary conversation had begun. Join London based entrepreneur Jamelia Donaldson (@jameliaisobsessed) and her network of game changing Black British Women for vulnerable, personal and often hilarious straight up talk exploring their various “obsessions”. In this episode Jamelia catches up with Acacia George of ACMG Consultancy who is the master mind behind ORS’ most recent activations including their NottingHill Carnival float. We talk all things building a social media account which is attractive to brands and how to pitch your ideas for collaboration.

Starting as a curious conversation at the @TreasureTress Pop Up Shop, with panelist’s revealing more than they intended and audience eyes welling up before they could blink, it became clear that a sacred, highly valued and necessary conversation had begun. Join London based entrepreneur Jamelia Donaldson (@jameliaisobsessed) and her network of game changing Black British Women for vulnerable, personal and often hilarious straight up talk exploring their various “obsessions”. In this episode Jamelia catches up with Joycelyn Mate co-founder of Afrochenchix to explore raising capital as black british female beauty entrepreneurs, balancing marriage and business at a young age, the importance of practice, building out your network and collaborating for maximum impact for the community. Enjoy!

Starting as a curious conversation at the @TreasureTress Pop Up Shop, with panelist’s revealing more than they intended and audience eyes welling up before they could blink, it became clear that a sacred, highly valued and necessary conversation had begun. Join London based entrepreneur Jamelia Donaldson (@jameliaisobsessed) and her network of game changing Black British Women for vulnerable, personal and often hilarious straight up talk exploring their various “obsessions”. In this episode Jamelia catches up with Trina Nicole to explore career decisions, platforms as a form of expression, personal development and more. Enjoy!

In this episode we welcome guest Simply Tops & discuss: • The recent quadruple stabbing in Camberwell • The murder of the young British Nigerian model • Drill music and violence • Women kneeling to their husbands at a traditional engagement • The customs of asking for a woman's hand in marriage • Grime artist Chip's response to criticism over lack of Black women in his Instagram picture • The curse of Ham • Wishing dark skin children on people who don't like dark skin • Whether you need to square a big change in personal appearance with your partner first • Social media not matching real moderate life • Whether it's best to moderate spiteful, racist youtube comments or not • Why Afrobeats is linked with Africa • The Eagles' Greatest Hits album outselling Michael Jackson's Thriller to become biggest seller in America ever • The 'social experiment' Tinder date between one woman and over 100 men • Serana Williams' catsuit being banned from the French Open • If Benny Hill could exist in 2018 • YomsTv overstepping the mark with his latest viral comedy skit based on rape • Black British Women doing bits • People needing time and different methods to learn things that might come natural to others • How much our women support us • The pros and cons of massages • Episode S2E3 of the Over The Bridge podcast • #StavrosSays Recommendation : Netflix Comedy Stand Up Special, Hannah Gadsby - 'Nanette' (https://tinyurl.com/HannahGadsbyNanette) Connect with our guest SimplyTops at: @SincerelyTops on Instagram, Twitter & YouTube And her Candid Conversations show on youtube @ www.tinyurl.com/candidconvo Connect with us at & send your questions & comments to: #ESNpod so we can find your comments www.esnpodcast.com www.facebook.com/ESNpodcasts www.twitter.com/ESNpodcast www.instagram.com/ESNpodcast @esnpodcast on all other social media esnpodcast@gmail.com It's important to subscribe, rate and review us on your apple products. You can do that here... www.bit.ly/esnitunes

Mo and Jay are reunited for the usual packed episode, with loads to get through, including the Royal Wedding, we breakdown the fashion, celebrity guests, the ceremony and more. Giving our unique take on proceedings, including our now fave Bishop Curry, who figuratively dropped the mic following that sermon. We discuss the the recent guardian article “The Markle Effect: Black Women See the Royal Wedding as Workplace Inpiration” As Black British Women ourselves, we ask the question does this signify change for us within the UK? Taking a detour into the recent statistics that state over 50% of black British women are single and try to answer why and what needs to be done to turn the tide. Finally the ultimate dilema: do ex-partners making the wedding guest list? Mo and Jay are joined by returning guest Alex (Episode 16 Black Women in TV & Film)Highlights of the Week include: Black Widow Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/blackwidowpodcastJada Pinkett Smith https://www.facebook.com/redtabletalk/videos/560356131030533/Join the discussion “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter: @colouroutthebox Instagram: @colouroutthebox Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.comVisit the website for all things, colourful ColourOutTheBox.com RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Music by: Nangdo “1st 2 Know “