My Story: Becoming Your Best Self - Episode 50
Can’t believe I made it to episode 50! And to mark the occasion, I decided to share my story and journey so far. This moment in time is quite pivotal in my life as I am currently going through a real transition period so the timing of Ep 50 seemed right. For this episode, I invited my friend Anton (from the Wriinkle podcast) to help me break down my life journey, experiences, what has shaped m...
1hr 16m Jul 19, 2018
1hr 16m
In Focus: Self-Discipline - Episode 49
"Self-Discipline is about finding reasons to do something and committing to see the task through to the end" In this week's In Focus session I discuss Self-Discipline. This is something that I have really worked on over the past year or so as I have found that the more discipline I have, the more productive and creative I become. So in this episode I share some of my thoughts and experiences, ...
8m Jul 12, 2018
8m
Annika Allen: Your Network Is Your Net Worth - Episode 48
On this week’s episode I sit down with Annika Allen who has been hugely influential in helping to promote and inspire young black females and creatives in setting up The Black Magic Awards Network. As someone who has lived life both within a corporate environment and working for herself, Annika has a huge amount of knowledge and wisdom to share; from creating her own platforms, to growing up a...
1hr 10m Jun 28, 2018
1hr 10m
In Focus: Goal-Setting - Episode 47
“When setting goals, focus on your personal performance, not the outcome” In this week’s In Focus session, I discuss goal-setting. Recently I’ve been trying to be better at setting goals for myself, to push my performance in both my work and life so I wanted to explore the benefits of doing so and share some of the experiences I’ve had so far. If you enjoy the episode, please leave a review o...
6m Jun 21, 2018
6m
Zach Washington-Young: Making Impossible Possible - Episode 46
On this week’s episode I am joined by the hugely inspiring Zach Washington-Young who was involved in a horrific crash in 2012 and was left paralysed from his hips down and told that he’d never walk again. Fast forward to April 2018 and he completed the full 26-mile London Marathon on foot, making medical history as the first person to suffer from a severance of the spinal cord to do so. In thi...
1hr 26m Jun 14, 2018
1hr 26m
In Focus: Morning Routine - Episode 45
“The first 90 minutes of your day has a big impact on the rest of your day” In this week’s In Focus session I discuss the importance of a good morning routine, something that I have found hugely beneficial for me over the past couple of years. I wanted to share with you some of my experiences and thoughts, as well as a break down of my exact routine to show you how easily you can incorporate ...
11m Jun 07, 2018
11m
Holly-Marie Cato: Turn Your Hobby Into Work - Episode 44
On this week's episode I'm joined by the incredibly talented photographer Holly-Marie Cato. We hear about how she turned her hobby into a full time job, experiences working with brands, how her huge family has influenced her, having a passion for storytelling, documenting the London riots and plenty more. The chat is full of so many gems and Holly's calming yet assured manner was a real pleasu...
1hr 26m May 31, 2018
1hr 26m
In Focus: Meditation - Episode 43
"It's an amazing feeling to spend a few minutes each day unplugged from the outside world and just be" In this week's In Focus session I wanted to discuss with you a tool that I find very helpful and powerful in my life; meditation. It's something that I incorporate into my daily routine and find the benefits seriously huge. Finding the time each day to sit and reflect and become comfortable w...
8m May 24, 2018
8m
Reece Parkinson: Manifest Your Dreams - Episode 42
On this episode I’m super excited to sit down with BBC Radio 1Xtra presenter, Reece Parkinson, someone who I have had the pleasure of watching grow and evolve over the past couple of years. Reece is someone who I regularly turn to to bounce ideas around about this very podcast and also the projects he’s working on. And someone I’d consider a good friend, so it was great to be able to sit down a...
1hr 4m May 17, 2018
1hr 4m
In Focus: Affirmations - Episode 41
“Use affirmations to create positive habits in the way that you think” In this week's In Focus episode I discuss the power of affirmations on creating positive thinking, my experiences with reading and writing affirmations, how you can use them to set up your day, my morning ritual and more. If you enjoy the episode, please leave a review or comment. And be sure to share it with a friend who ...
8m May 10, 2018
8m
Paula Akpan: Creating Black Girl Festival - Episode 40
On this episode I am joined by Paula Akpan, co-founder of the I’m Tired Project and also the UK’s first Black Girl Festival. We discuss her career path and journey from university, the exact moment she realised that she’d made her mum proud, the importance and influence of Black Panther, her biggest inspirations, why she’s following her passions rather than a specific career path and more. If...
1hr 12m May 03, 2018
1hr 12m
In Focus: Struggles Don't Define You - Episode 39
"If you're waiting for someone to come and help you or save you, you're just wasting time" After some incredible In Focus sessions over the past weeks, I'm back with a solo round and discussing why you shouldn't let you past struggles and experiences hold you back. I know I've certainly done it myself, but now is the time to take ownership and control of your life. If you enjoy the episode, p...
6m Apr 26, 2018
6m
Hussain Manawer: Find Strength In Your Pain - Episode 38
On this episode I am joined by poet Hussain Manawer to hear about the amazing work he does in spreading awareness of mental health issues. Hussain has dedicated his artistry to sharing stories and experiences with Mental Health. Having recently lost his mother, he has an EP on the way dedicated to the learnings she passed onto him. He also holds the Guiness World Record for the largest Mental ...
55m Apr 19, 2018
55m
Gary Vaynerchuk - In Focus: Stop Making Excuses - Episode 37
"Stop using 'how do I start' as an excuse for putting in the work" On this very special In Focus session I am joined by none other than Gary Vaynerchuk. I was very grateful to get the opportunity and some time to record with such a huge inspiration on me. And it's even more exciting to be able to provide you guys with some of his incredible no-nonsense advice. On this session I pick his brain...
8m Apr 12, 2018
8m
Vicky Grout: Be Passionate About Your Work - Episode 36
On this episode I am joined by Vicky Grout - the UK music photographer of the moment - to hear about her journey so far. For someone who is just 21, Vicky has already achieved a lot in a short period of time so we take it right back to hear how she first got into photography, why you are better off not being a perfectionist, being a woman in a male-dominated industry, wanting to help educate t...
58m Apr 05, 2018
58m
In Focus: Building A Business - Episode 35
"I think it's really important to set goals and write them down" Ciara returns for the 4th and final part of her In Focus takeover and we're discussing all aspects of building your own business and the steps she took to set up her fitness classes and brand. Plus she has some tips for anyone who is looking to start their own company. If you enjoy the episode, please leave a review or comment. ...
32m Mar 29, 2018
32m
Notes To Strangers: Make Creativity Work - Episode 34
Andy Leek is the man behind @notestostrangers page on Instagram - an incredible idea where he leaves positive & inspirational notes around the UK for people to discover and post on their own Instagram accounts. With a history in Advertising and experiencing some mental health issues, Andy talks us through his journey and his biggest learnings and why he's so passionate about sharing love and i...
1hr Mar 22, 2018
1hr
In Focus: Women In Power - Episode 33
"It's important for women to support other women" Ciara returns for part 3 of her In Focus co-host and this week we discuss all things female empowerment and why 2018 is due to be the year of the woman! If you enjoy the episode, please leave a review or comment. And be sure to share it with a friend who needs to hear this! thedreamersdisease.co.uk Follow Ciara: IG: @CiaraLondon Twitter: @...
26m Mar 15, 2018
26m
Natasha Benjamin: Dealing With Anxiety & Taking Care Of Your Energy - Episode 32
A very open conversation with Natasha Benjamin, founder of Free Your Mind - an organisation to help support children who have experienced domestic violence. She's also a self care coach, mental health expert and has written and released two books, so she's a pretty busy lady! Natasha speaks about her experiences dealing with Anxiety, discovering she had experienced domestic violence as a child...
1hr 3m Mar 08, 2018
1hr 3m
In Focus: Relationships & Love - Episode 31
"If you're relationships are as tight as they are meant to be, if you win, they win" Ciara is back for part 2 of her In Focus co-host and this week we have a very juicy chat about relationships & love and why you should pick your relationships wisely - both friendships and lovers. If you enjoy the episode, please leave a review or comment. And be sure to share it with a friend who needs to he...
22m Mar 01, 2018
22m
Kojo The Comedian: Be Open To Being Open - Episode 30
A real in-depth chat with Kojo Anim aka Kojo The Comedian - someone who has helped break down so many doors and put on so many comedians throughout his career. He shares stories on touring with and being mentored from the likes of Chris Rock, Kevin Hart & Dave Chappelle, to growing up with his parents in jail, to script-writing, to advising up-coming comics. There are so many gems in this conv...
1hr 23m Feb 22, 2018
1hr 23m
In Focus: Health & Fitness - Episode 29
"Embrace who you are and how you look to make yourself the best version of you and stop comparing yourself to others" In the first of a 4-part series, I invite Personal Trainer & Fitness Expert Ciara London back to the podcast to share some thoughts in the latest In Focus session. The interview we did way back in episode 7 had some amazing feedback, so I wanted Ciara to come back and delve int...
23m Feb 15, 2018
23m
Chuckie Online: Being Freelance & Dealing With Rejection - Episode 28
Catching up with Chuckie Online to discuss his career as a freelance DJ, Broadcaster, Podcaster and how he has dealt with endless amounts of rejection along the way. This is a very powerful conversation talking about how kids these days have lost the art of conversation, why we're living in a world full of online outrage & fake outrage and why happiness is his main focus moving forward. Chucki...
1hr 24m Feb 08, 2018
1hr 24m
In Focus: Don't Fear Failure, Learn From It - Episode 27
"A quitter never wins and a winner never quits" On this In Focus session we discuss the fear of failure and why you should't let it hold you back from doing what you want to do. Ultimately making mistakes is the best way to learn and by constantly building on failures, it can only lead you on to more success. More often than not I find that the fear of failure is my gut telling me how much I a...
6m Feb 01, 2018
6m
DJ Semtex: Striving For Greatness - Episode 26
Striving for greatness is something we all want for ourselves and DJ Semtex is the embodiment of that. A legend and pioneer in the UK music scene, I sit down with Semtex to discuss everything from discusses growing up in Manchester and dealing with racism from an early age, his earliest influences and having to overcome adversity as a teenager when he lost his right arm to a medical condition L...
1hr 19m Jan 25, 2018
1hr 19m
In Focus: Create Space For Yourself - Episode 25
“I think it's very healthy to spend time alone. You need to know how to be alone and not be defined by another person.” - Oscar Wilde On this In Focus session I discuss the benefits of Space. It is becoming increasingly hard to create space for ourselves in our lives. We are constantly glued to the online world, TV, etc. Every now and then it is important to unplug from the Matrix and take som...
4m Jan 18, 2018
4m
Mim Shaikh: Find Your Value - Episode 24
In episode 24 I sit down with the multi-talented Mim Shaikh to talk about his work as a Broadcaster, Actor and Poet. We discus his journey from Uni student radio to community radio to BBC Radio 1Xtra & Asian Network and how he's recently found giving more value through his work has helped to feel like he's fulfilling a bigger purpose. If you enjoy the episode, please leave a review or comment!...
1hr 4m Jan 11, 2018
1hr 4m
In Focus: Mindset Is Everything - Episode 23
"Whether you think you can or you think you can't, you're right either way" - Henry Ford On this In Focus session I discuss the power of your mindset and having a positive outlook. So much of our approach to each day or our work or our tasks is dependant on the mindset we have. We have to learn how to recognise and understand our mindset to allow us to be the best versions of ourselves and ach...
6m Jan 04, 2018
6m
What I've Learnt From 2017 with Liam Klimek - Episode 22
To round-off what has been an incredible year for me personally, through launching this podcast, I sat down with my good friend Liam Klimek to discuss the top 5 things I've learnt and that have helped me in 2017 and the goals I set myself at the start of the year. We go quite in-depth on how having more self-belief and showing myself more self-love has helped me to have more clarity and focus o...
1hr 3m Dec 28, 2017
1hr 3m
In Focus: Be Authentic - Episode 21
"Give up being perfect and start being authentic" In the second 'In Focus' session - where we'll be exploring and breaking down one topic at a time - I discuss why you should be your authentic self. We often spend a lot of time trying to cater towards other people and rarely lower our guard to show our true selves and as a result, don't feel comfortable showing our vulnerabilities and authenti...
6m Dec 21, 2017
6m
Ra'ed Khan: Finding Your Passion - Episode 20
On episode 20 I am joined by Ra'ed Khan who does various bits of work within the UK music industry and set up his own charity 2 years ago, Road To Freedom, in aid of helping Refugees across Europe. He has an incredible drive and passion for what he does, with his story being really compelling. There's so much to learn from this episode and I hope you can take something from hearing it. "If you...
50m Dec 14, 2017
50m
In Focus: Invest In Yourself - Episode 19
Welcome to the brand new mini-series 'In Focus' where we'll be exploring and breaking down one topic at a time. On this episode we look into the importance of investing in yourself as a priority. We all want to make improvements in our life and it all starts with the self and how making the smallest of changes can have a huge impact later down the line. "Invest in yourself as a priority, you'r...
4m Dec 07, 2017
4m
Annie Drea: Doing It Yourself - Episode 18
On Episode 18 I am joined by the wonderful Annie Drea to discuss how she built a brand for herself as a YouTuber, why she has transitioned into the podcast world and I dig deep to find out how she separates 'Annie' the brand and Annie the person. She also managed to flip the conversation and start interviewing me! "Knowing that there was something I was good at, it validated me" If you enjoy ...
46m Nov 30, 2017
46m
Ayaz Hussain: Using Social Media To Your Advantage - Episode 17
In Episode 17 I catch up with Ayaz Hussain who is a Social Media coach. What I really love about his work is that he's combined his two main passions in music & social media and has created a platform for himself. You can expect to hear some killer tips to up your social media game and help elevate your brand message, how to get the right balance of online time, the pros and cons of social medi...
47m Nov 16, 2017
47m
Ben Anderson: Grow Your Platform - Episode 16
In Episode 16 Ben Anderson, co-founder of Musicalize - a live music concert promotions company, breaks down the company's journey from putting on small live music nights, to helping some of the biggest artists in the UK & America put on and promote their shows. We also discuss how he finds the perfect work/life balance with his wife and business partner, how he reacts to adversity and offers so...
1hr 1m Nov 02, 2017
1hr 1m
Jeremiah Emmanuel: Take Ownership Of Your Passions - Episode 15
In Episode 15 I am joined by Jeremiah Emmanuel BEM who is an Entrepreneur Youth Activist and all-round supporter of young people & their futures. In this chat Jeremiah discusses how he started on his path when he was just 4 years old, how growing up in a rough area of London inspired him to do good, the work he's done with BBC Radio 1, Nandos, Disturbing London, Rolls Royce & more. He even tell...
1hr 6m Oct 19, 2017
1hr 6m
Sian Anderson: Don't Let A Job Title Define You - Episode 14
In Episode 14 I am joined by the amazing Sian Anderson, who is best known as a Presenter and DJ on BBC Radio 1Xtra. We have a very deep chat about how Sian has navigated her way through her career, built businesses, helped artists, mentored, set up a music academy and more! She also talks us through her goals over the next few years and how she balances her work life with mothering a 2-year-old...
57m Oct 05, 2017
57m
Caroline SM: Let Your Passion Lead You - Episode 13
In Episode 13 I am joined by the incredible Caroline SM who breaks down her career path in-depth; from competition winner to work experience to blogger to A&R at XL Records and one of the head honchos at GRM Daily. We also discuss the important role mentors have played during Caroline's journey, habits she has enforced in her life to help make her more efficient and why she is concentrating on ...
1hr 4m Sep 21, 2017
1hr 4m
The Slumflower: Use Self-Love To Achieve Your Best - Episode 12
In Episode 12 I sit down with the amazing Slumflower to discuss self-love and the importance it can have in helping you to achieve the best version of yourself. Slumflower is an award-winning blogger and presenter who uses her voice to help empower women. During our chat we discuss her #SaggyBoobsMatter campaign as well as her #BlockHimParty, we also touch on the positive & negative impact soci...
1hr 1m Sep 07, 2017
1hr 1m
MissFits Nutrition: Carrying Out Your Plan with Tara Adlestone - Episode 11
In Episode 11 I am joined by Tara Adlestone, the 24-year-old co-founder of MissFits Nutrition - a protein supplement brand for women. We chat about how just over 12 months hard work has already started to pay off big time, how they've tailored their products specifically for the female market, how a simple idea turned into reality, how they source influencers to help promote their brand, the im...
43m Aug 24, 2017
43m
Meggan Roxanne: Learn From Within Yourself - Episode 10
In Episode 10 I'm joined by the very inspirational Meggan Roxanne, who is the co-founder of thegoodquote. During the conversation we discuss how she built her platform to over 20m followers on Instagram, selling £250k worth of merchandise, how she dealt with depression, the importance of self-love, her mother's battle with Cancer and why she feels mentorships are so vital. Hope you guys enjoy ...
45m Aug 08, 2017
45m
Joivan Wade: Trust Your Instinct - Episode 09
In Episode 09 I am joined by Joivan Wade who is an actor, writer and CEO of The Wall of Comedy. During the chat we talk about his education at the BRIT school, why he follows his gut instinct most of the time, how he started his own YouTube channel and platform gaining Billions of views, how he got acting roles in two of the UK's most loved TV shows, transitioning into movie roles, why he is no...
55m Jul 26, 2017
55m
Context: The Art Of The Hustle - Episode 08
In Episode 08, I am joined by Context aka Dr George Musgrave who is not only a Rapper but also a University Lecturer in Cultural Sociology & Entrepreneurship. In the conversation we spoke about how Context got into music, how he got signed to a major label, the financial restraints he lived with whilst balancing his music career with studying, his relentless work rate and also the amazing resea...
55m Jul 13, 2017
55m
Ciara London: Being True To Yourself - Episode 07
In Episode 07, I chat with Ciara London who is a Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor. We discuss why she decided to leave her job in the city after 6 years to pursue a career in the fitness industry, how she built up a client base using Instagram, why her friends are her biggest inspiration, being true to herself & her values, why she stresses the importance of living a fun life, her 12 wee...
47m Jun 28, 2017
47m
Ralph Hardy: Following You Own Path - Episode 06
In Episode 06 I sat down with the don Ralph Hardy to talk about everything he does from, broadcasting on radio, to curating albums, to working with music artists, to running his own club night, to producing his own music, DJing & more. Ralph is a very special character who carries himself in a cloud of positivity and energy, living his life with the message of "existing in the presence" - whic...
1hr 7m Jun 16, 2017
1hr 7m
Alya Mooro: Finding Your Voice - Episode 05
In Episode 05 I am joined by Alya Mooro who talks about how she got into and defined herself within Journalism. She has written for publications such as the New York Post, Grazia & The Debrief amongst others. Alya discusses how she started out as a blogger and intern, importance of the 10,000 hour rule, quality over quantity, pitching etiquette, learning not to limit her skills, tips for netwo...
47m Jun 16, 2017
47m
Moz: Taking A Leap Of Faith - Episode 04
In Episode 04 I am joined by Moz, who apart from being my best mate and a business partner, runs his own artist management and record label. Having left his full time job in the record industry, Moz took a leap of faith to set up his own company and take on management of his artist Jay Prince in a full time capacity. During the chat we speak about hustling to get his first job in the record in...
1hr 8m Jun 15, 2017
1hr 8m
Parris OH: Creating Your Own Role - Episode 03
In Episode 03 I caught up with Parris OH about how she went from intern to creating her own role as Sony Music's Urban Promotions Manager in the UK. We touched on her early days as a blogger, how she started up her own PR company whilst still at University, the importance of internships and the experience she got from them, building relationships online, meditation and more. Follow Parris on ...
48m Jun 15, 2017
48m
Courtney Francis: Balancing Full Time Work & Your Passions - Episode 02
In Episode 02 I sit down with Courtney Francis aka CourtneyFPhoto to discuss how he finds the balance between working full time and chasing his photography dream. We speak about everything from his first big break with photography, the feeling of having his work on a billboard, spending nights sleeping in his car after a gig, how he has started to expand his work into music journalism and more...
39m Jun 15, 2017
39m
Bejay Mulenga: Building Your Own Business & Being Your Own Boss - Episode 01
So here it is! In episode 01 I sit down with Bejay Mulenga - a 21 year old entrepreneur - who has featured on GQ's 'Most Connected Men in 2016' list. We spoke about the first business he set up at the age of just 15, having 5000 students working with him by the age of 18, how he steps away from a busy working life to find time for himself and some of his tips on how you can set up your own busi...
42m Jun 15, 2017
42m