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First, we'd like to apologise for taking such a long break, but we're back with a brand new podcast series called Stories that Stick, which is available wherever you get your podcast, and we'd love to know what you guys think.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Introducing Stories that Stick

In this episode, Ibrahim shares how he co-founded GUAP: the world’s first video magazine, the tools/resources he uses, and most importantly the mindset we needed to start our own media company, too.Follow Ibrahim Kamara:Instagram: ibrahimkamara_Twitter: https://twitter.com/IbrahimKamara_Follow GUAP magazine:- Webiste: http://www.guap.co.uk/- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/GUAPMAG/- Twitter: https://twitter.com/GUAPMAG- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GUAPmag/You can follow Blacticulate on:- Website: https://blacticulate.com/- Instagram: https://instagram.com/blacticulate- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Blacticulate- Twitter: https://twitter.com/Blacticulate- YouTube: https://bit.ly/2rovNhMY'all the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 60: How I started GUAP magazine w/ Ibrahim Kamara

In this episode, we have Yoanna 'Pepper' Chikezie, British-born Nigerian, who's truly a Fashion mogul. She started her career as a Stylist, a Fashion Editor of FAB and TW Magazine, and then in 2013 became the Head of SPICE TV - Africa’s pioneering fashion channel. Now she's pursuing her passion to drive growth within Africa’s fashion eco-system with her startup The Assembly: a community and platform for emerging talent, students, entrepreneurs, professionals and independent businesses in the fashion and creative sector. Pepper truly epitomises #blackgirlmagic, and she graciously shares advice, tips and resources on how we can build a business, too.Follow Pepper/The Assembly Hub on:Website: www.theassemblyhub.comInstagram: AssemblyofficialTwitter: TheassemblyhubFollow Blacticulate on:Website: www.blacticulate.comInstagram: BlacticulateTwitter: Blacticulate  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 59: The Assembly - a platform that supports fashion talent, w/ Pepper Chikezie

On this episode Shannie Mears, chief talent officer of The Elephant Room and GUAP magazine’s talent and brand manager. Shannie shareshow she co-founded an Ad agency with only two years into her career in advertising, not being afraid to speak your mind regardless of your environment, the importance of collaboration, and much more.Contact Shannie Mears:Website: http://theelephantroom.net/usTwitter: https://twitter.com/shannielovesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannielovesFollow Blacticulate on:Website: https://blacticulate.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/blacticulateFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlacticulateTwitter: https://twitter.com/BlacticulateThank you!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 58: Co-founded an Ad agency at 24! w/ Shannie Mears

In today's episode, Martin Wilson, Oesteopath to world-class performing Athletes such as 'Dina Asher-Smith, Zharnel Hughes, to name but a few. We hear how and why Martin chose the profession of an Osteopath, the challenges of becoming one of two Black medical staff for Team GB, the skills and education needed for the job, the importance of having more Black staff behind-the-scenes of the sporting industry, the rewards that come with the job, and so much more.In short, this is a great episode if you want to know what an Osteopath does - the good, the bad, and the ugly.Contact Martin Wilson on:Website: Www.vertex1.co.ukEmail: Vertex1clinic@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vertex__one/Follow Blacticulate on:Website: https://blacticulate.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/blacticulateFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlacticulateTwitter: https://twitter.com/BlacticulateThank you!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 57: Becoming an Osteopath w/ Martin Wilson

On today’s episode, Annika Allen, co-owner of @theblackmagicnetwork; host & founder of @queensndreams podcast; a journalist with over 15 years experience; co-founder of the Black Magic Awards, which honours PoC (specifically women) who have paved the way for younger generations in the media industry. Yes! Annika is an entrepreneur who is 'bossing' it, and she graciously tells us how she does the above-mentioned (so you can too), what is needed to succeed in the entertainment industry, and so much more.Contact Annika on:Website: http://annikaallen.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annikaallenTwitter: https://twitter.com/annikaallenLinkedin: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/annikaallenFollow Blacticulate on:Website: https://blacticulate.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/blacticulateFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlacticulateTwitter: https://twitter.com/BlacticulateYouTube: http://bit.ly/2GkDzk0You're the best!Blacticulate x  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 56: Why I started the Black Magic Awards w/ Annika Allen

On today’s episode, Akua Gyamfi, founder of The British Blacklist: online global home for African Caribbean British creative professionals on the Screen and Stage, in Sound and Literature – both up front and behind the scenes. Akua talks candidly about the steps she took to start the company, how she created a 'viral' marketing campaign, and so much more.Contact the British Blacklist on:- Website: http://thebritishblacklist.co.uk/- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebritishblacklist/- Twitter: https://twitter.com/BritBlacklist- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebritishblacklistFollow Blacticulate on:- Website: https://blacticulate.com/- Instagram: https://instagram.com/blacticulate- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Blacticulate- Twitter: https://twitter.com/Blacticulate- YouTube: http://bit.ly/2GkDzk0You're the best!Blacticulate x  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 55: How the Brtiish Blacklist started w/ Akua Gymafi

On today’s episode, Prisca Moyesa, founder of Moyesa & Co: a social-first marketing agency that bridges the gap between companies + culture. Prisca shares how she started her company, the importance of language when attempting to change behaviours, resources to get ahead, and much more.Contact Prisca Moyesa on:Website: http://www.moyesa.co/Email: Prisca@moyesa.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/priscamoyesa/Twitter: https://twitter.com/priscamoyesaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyesacoFollow Blacticulate on:Website: https://blacticulate.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/blacticulateFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlacticulateTwitter: https://twitter.com/BlacticulateYouTube: http://bit.ly/2GkDzk0You're the best!Blacticulate x  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 54: Starting a Social Media company w/ Prisca Moyesa

On today’s episode, Amos Eretusi, co-founder of Proptar: a youth-led social enterprise that provides a pathway for emerging, untapped, BAME and diverse creative talent to the creative industry (yes, they wrote that on their website). That being said, we dive deeper to find out what that really means and how they do it so we can too.In short this episode is for you if you wish to start a social enterprise business because Amos kindly shares the resources and tools that he used.Contact Amos/Proptar on:Website: http://proptar.uk/Email: amos.e@proptar.ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/proptar/Twitter: https://twitter.com/proptarFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/proptarFollow Blacticulate on:Website: https://blacticulate.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/blacticulateFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlacticulateTwitter: https://twitter.com/BlacticulateYouTube: http://bit.ly/2GkDzk0You're the best!Blacticulate x  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 53: How Proptar supports talented individuals w/ Amos Eretusi

On today’s episode, how blogging about relationships and being opinionated on Twitter has helped Phoebe Parke's career in more ways than one. Best of all, Phoebe shares advice, resources and tools that we can all use to increase our personal brand, too.Contact Phoebe Parke on:Website: http://phoebeparke.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/PhoebeParkeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/phoebeparke/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhoebeRMParke/Follow Blacticulate on:Website: https://blacticulate.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/blacticulateFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlacticulateTwitter: https://twitter.com/BlacticulateYouTube Channel: http://bit.ly/2yaVoOqYou're the best!Blacticulate x  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 52: How to use social media to grow your brand w/ Phoebe Parke

Here’s another #mondaymotivation from Blacticulate podcast.Today’s episode we have Tsion Martins who speaks about growing up without direction, the importance of helping local young individuals (that society often ignores) and specifically how his company ‘Bridge The Gap Studios’ does just that - via music and theatre.You can contact Tsion on the following:Website: http://www.bridgethegapstudios.com/Email: tsion.martins@bridgethegapstudios.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/BTGStudios1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bridgethegapstudios/Queens and Kings, please support us by:Subscribing to our podcast if you haven't alreadyLeave a review or star rating on Apple podcastSubscribe to our YouTube channel ‘Blacticulate’.Follow our IG: https://www.instagram.com/blacticulate/Follow our Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlacticulateFollow our FB: https://www.facebook.com/Blacticulate/You’re the best!Blacticulate x  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 51: How to help young individuals w/ Tsion Martins

Patrice Camille, Owner of Marketing Agency ‘@Pinkship’, is the epitome of #bosslady. She shares with us her journey into creating her own marketing agency, the hurdles that she’s overcome and best of the tools and resources she uses so you can too.In short, if you want to start your own marketing agency then this is the episode for you.You can contact Pink Ship on the following:Website: https://www.mypinkship.com/Email: admin@pinkship.co.ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/PinkShip/Also, please support us by doing at least one (or all) of the following:Subscribe to our podcast wherever you get your podcast if you haven't.Leave a review/comment to help us get betterSubscribe to our YouTube channel ‘Blacticulate’.Follow ‘Blacticulate’ on other major social media channel too.You’re the best!Blacticulate x  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 50: Starting a 360 Digital Comms business w/ Patrice Camille

In this episode, Afiya Titus, Chef, and Founder of Lime Hut: a modern Caribbean street food vendor. She tells us the genesis story of her business and specifically how she did it so we can too (if we desired it). That being said, there are loads of resources to tuck into (see what we did there?) and they can be found at www.blacticulate.com.You can follow Lime Hut on the following:Website: http://limehut.co.uk/Instagram: lime_hut_londonTwitter: lime_hutAlso, Brothers & Sisters, whilst we still have your attention, please support us by doing one (or all) of the following:Tag a friend who would be interested in hearing Afiya’s story and advice.Subscribe to our YouTube channel ‘Blacticulate’.Follow ‘Blacticulate’ on other major social media channel too.Lastly, if you have any feedback do LET US KNOW because it really helps us get better.You're the best!Blacticulate x  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 49: Starting a Caribbean food business w/ Afiya Titus

Renay Richardson is back! And having worked for Acast, Audible and Panoply she gives us some useful insights on what makes a good podcast. In addition, and at the time of recording, Renay mentioned her own podcast she was working on. The podcast is now released and it is called that’s when you get a dog so do check it out too. To conclude, this episode is fantastic especially if you’re looking for practical advice and tools needed to make a good podcast.Follow Renay Richardson on:Website: https://renayrichardson.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/renayrichYou can also follow Blacticulate on:Website: https://blacticulate.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/blacticulateFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlacticulateTwitter: https://twitter.com/BlacticulateYouTube Channel: http://bit.ly/2yaVoOqLastly, if you have a spare minute please send us any feedback you have regarding this episode or the Blacticulate podcast in general.Thanks,You guys are the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Epi 48: How to produce a podcast w/ Renay Richardson

In this episode, Lyande KaiKai, Owner of My African Passport (MAP), tells us how she started her African-travel organisation that focuses on bespoke trips and assisting travellers with finding local tour guides in Africa. In addition, she gives us great advice and practical tools on how we can start a travel company too.Follow Lyande KaiKai / MAP on:- Website: http://myafricanpassport.org/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myafricanpassport/- Twitter: https://twitter.com/myafricanpass/- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myafricanpassport/- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/myafricanpassport/Follow Blacticulate on:- Website: https://blacticulate.com/- Instagram: https://instagram.com/blacticulate- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Blacticulate- Twitter: https://twitter.com/Blacticulate- YouTube Channel: http://bit.ly/2yaVoOqYou guys are the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 47: Starting an African-travel organisation w/ Lyande KaiKai

In this episode, Rob Campbell, Technical Recruiter for Google (at the time of recording), shares his career journey into recruitment, the challenges and rewards of the profession and best of all the resources we can use if we wanted to be a recruiter or want recruiters like Rob to find us.And if you have a spare minute please do rate, review us on Apple podcast because it really helps.You can follow Blacticulate on:Website: https://blacticulate.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/blacticulate/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlacticulateTwitter: https://twitter.com/BlacticulateYouTube Channel: http://bit.ly/2yaVoOqYou guys are the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 46: How to be a Tech-Recruiter w/ Rob Campbell

Blacticulate celebrates its 2 years anniversary by bringing back Nastassja Lusengo, CEO, The Indulgent Sugar Plum ltd, and Blacticulate first ever podcast episode. In this episode, Nastassja tells us what she's been up to since we last spoke, which includes her running a Cafe, featuring on Channel 4 'Extreme Cake Makers', and best of all practical advise and tools that we can use too.Follow Ms Sugar Plum on:- Instagram: Ms_sugar_plum- Twitter: @Indulgent_SPlum- Facebook: The Indulgent Sugar Plum ltdFollow Blacticulate on:- Website: https://blacticulate.com/- Instagram: https://instagram.com/blacticulate/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Blacticulate- Twitter: https://twitter.com/Blacticulate- YouTube Channel: http://bit.ly/2yaVoOqYou guys are the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 44: Life as an extreme cake maker w/ Nastassja Lusengo

Hello You!Welcome to another episode of Blacticulate: a Black British podcast series that features UK young Black professional: where we find out how they do what they do, so you can too.In today's episode, we have Matimba Kabalika Talent Development Manager for the BFI Network. She tells us what a Talent Development Manager actually does, what resources help her day-to-day, how to develop/curate talent to ensure you have a unique perspective, and (yes!) so much more.Please visit our website www.blacticulate.com to join our mailing list because we need your input on how Blacticulate can serve you better.Are you still reading this? Sweet! please do leave us a comment/review on Apple podcast (better known as iTunes podcast) because it truly helps us be seen by others who might enjoy our content too.You're the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 44 w/ Matimba Kabalika, Talent Development Manager, BFI

Hey Guys!Welcome to another episode of Blacticulate: a Black British podcast that features UK young Black professional: where we find out how they do what they do, so you can too.In today's episode with Michelle Owusu, Marketing Manager for Channel 4 who tells us how she landed her dream job working for the company, what marketing actually is, the types of resources that keep her up-to-date with the industry, and much more. This episode is really for anyone who would like to know what a Marketer does and the best practices to ensure you can start a career in marketing too.Whilst we have your attention, please do visit our website www.blacticulate.com and join our mailing list because we need your input on how Blacticulate can serve you better.And finally, please do leave us a comment/review on Apple podcast (better known as iTunes podcast) because it truly helps.You're the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 43 w/ Michelle Owusu, Marketing Manager, C4

Happy Monday! Welcome to another episode of Blacticulate: a Black British podcast that features UK young Black professional: where we find out how they do what they do, so you can too.In today's episode we have Sebastian Thiel an award-winning Filmmaker & Digital Social Entrepreneur. We speak about his rise in the film industry and specifically how he started his business UpShot Entertainment, the mindset needed to produce 'good' work, and so much more. If you want to know what it takes to make it in the film industry then this episode is definitely for you.Whilst we have your attention, please do visit our website www.blacticulate.com and join our mailing list because we need your input on how Blacticulate can serve you better.And finally, please do leave us a comment/review on Apple podcast (better known as iTunes podcast) because it truly helps.You're the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 42 w/ Sebastian Thiel, Filmmaker / Social Entrepreneur

Happy Monday! (do we still speak for ourselves?)Today's episode we are fortunate to have Sade Salami, Managing Director of Fresh Strawberry: an events marketing, social media management and video production company. Sade truly is the epitome of a self-starter who triumphs over adversities. In fact, she tells us how we can too, as well as, how she started her company, what behaviours and mindset we ought to have if a) we want to be walk down the entrepreneur path and b) want to succeed in it, too.Also, please comment/review us on apple podcast (formerly known as iTunes podcast) or simply give us a star rating because it truly helps.You're the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 41 w/ Sade Salami, MD of Fresh Strawberry

Happy Monday! (or do we speak for ourselves?)Well, on todays episode we have Efe Jerome, founder of ShoutOut Network: a podcast network for underrepresented voices. He kindly tells us the origin of ShoutOut Network, how he started his business with little to no financial investment, and why diverse representation matters. Also, we speak about the upcoming ShoutOut Festival that will be taking place on August 5th, 2017 and of course how you too can put on a similar festival.As always, any feedback (good or bad) is invaluable to us so please do get in touch via email - contact@blacticulate.com or 'blacticulate' on all major social media platform.Oh yeah and before we forget please comment/review us on iTunes or simply give us a star rating because it truly helps.You're the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 40 w/ Efe Jerome, Founder of ShoutOut Network

In this episode we are honoured to speak with Lisimba Pink, founder of Intellipink - a platform for aspiring entrepreneurs to gain the tools and resources to help them grow. Lisimba, has had many business start and stop, within EMEA, online and offline. Thus, he has a wealth of experience in entrepreneurship, but we specifically speak about his podcast 'Diversity All Stars' and the process it takes to make it a success.And as always, any feedback (good or bad) is invaluable to us so please do get in touch via email - contact@blacticulate.com or 'blacticulate' on any social media platform.Oh yeah and before we forget please comment/review us on iTunes or simply give us a star rating because it truly helps.You're the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 39 w/ Lisimba Pink, Entrepreneur

In this episode we sit down (in a very noisy cafe, sorry) with Ashanti Bentil-Dhue, a Virgin Start Up Mentor and Business Consultant that specialises in the food industry. She tells us how she started her platform and what we essentially need before starting something similar. If you're looking to create a community then this episode is definitely for you.Ashanti thoroughly enjoys connecting women in the food business by hosting networking events for food entrepreneurs. You can can get food business tips by listening to Ashanti's Women In Food Podcast show on iTunes and Soundcloud. @fem_foodpreneur.And as always, any feedback (good or bad) is invaluable to us so please do get in touch via email - contact@blacticulate.com or 'blacticulate' on any social media platform.Oh yeah before we forget please comment/review us on iTunes or simply give us a star rating because it truly helps.You're the best.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 38 w/ Ashanti Bentil-Dhue, Foodpreneur

In this episode we have the pleasure of Nadu Placca, owner of events and experiential company NP Presents. Nadu is phenomenal at her job, events planning, working on high profile events within Somerset House, Royal Albert Hall (to name but a few) and her most recent event was the Lagos Marathon.That being said, Nadu tells us how she became an event planner, the characteristics and skill sets needed to be a success within the industry.As always, any feedback (good or bad) is invaluable to us so please do get in touch via email - contact@blacticulate.com or 'blacticulate' on any social media platform.Last but not least, please comment/review us on iTunes or simply give us a star rating because it truly helps.Y'all the best.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 37 w/ Nadu Placca, Events Planner

Did you know your local council has a growth hub department that's there to help your enterprise grow? Nor did we until Tobi blessed us with such knowledge. In this episode we have Tobi, co-founder of digital agency Studio 14, where he speaks to us about how he started from a music background producing music for Wiley (yes, name drop) to being self-taught graphic designer, website developer and eventually co-founding Studio 14 with his brother. This conversation is laced with great how to advice, tips and resources for those looking to start their own business, too.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 36 w/ Tobi Oludayomi, co-founder of Studio 14

In this episode we have Emmanuel Abiola, Software Engineer (Freelance) at Gigster, and one of the most humble individuals we've had the pleasure of interviewing. We speak to him about what software engineering is particularly machine-learning, why he decided this was a career for him and most importantly how you can get into this career tooAs always, any feedback (good or bad) is invaluable to us so please do get in touch via email - contact@blacticulate.com or 'blacticulate' on any social media platform.Last but not least, please comment/review us on iTunes or simply give us a star rating because it truly helps.Y'all the best.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 35 w/ Emmanuel Abiola, Software Engineer

In this episode we have Lina Gadi and Aaron Wallace, co-founders of Shear & Shine - a grooming business that caters to the Black gent. We speak about their route into the industry, what can be done to raise the bar of barber shops and more importantly how you can start your own business too.As always, any feedback (good or bad) is invaluable to us so please do get in touch via email - contact@blacticulate.com or 'blacticulate' on social media.Last but not least, please comment/review us on iTunes or simply give us a star rating because it truly helps.Y'all the best.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 34 w/ Lina & Aaron, co-founders of Shear & Shine

In this episode we have Anton Cole, Project Manager for Google (specifically looking after e-marketing campaigns for the Digital Garage project). Anton is such an affable an earnest man who tells us what project management is all about (regardless of industry), the type of characters that will thrive in such a role and finally how we can work for Google too.As always, any feedback (good or bad) is invaluable to us so please do get in touch via email - contact@blacticulate.com or 'blacticulate' on social media.Last but not least, please comment/review us on iTunes or simply give us a star rating because it truly helps.Y'all the best.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 33 w/ Anton Cole, Project Manager, Google

In this episode we have Imrie Morgan, CEO of ShoutOut Network and co-host of the Melanin Millennials podcast. She speaks to us about her unorthodox (her career started with Monkeys, no jokes) route into podcasting, her opinion on what makes a good podcast and best practices of promoting a podcast.As always, any feedback (good or bad) is invaluable to us so please do get in touch via email - contact@blacticulate.com and/or our social media @blacticulateLast but not least, please comment/review us on iTunes or simply give us a star rating because it truly helps.Y'all the best.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 32 w/ Imrie Morgan, CEO of ShoutOut Network

In this episode we are joined by Ola the Comedian, where we speak about his route into the comedy industry, what you need to do if you wanted too, and whole lot more. Is this our funniest episode to date? Probably, but you decide.As always, please rate, comment or share this episode however you can. And please get at us via Blacticulate social media or email us at contact@blacticulate.com.You're the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 31 w/ Ola the Comedian, Comedian

In this episode we have Asiko, if y'all don't know about him then you're slipping - just joking (even though we're really not). Asiko is a London based African Art Photographer focused on exploring culture, identity and femininity. And he speaks candidly about his career journey to date - the essential knowledge and skills he wished he had known when he first started. So guys, if you are an aspiring photographer or know anyone who might be then this is the episode for you.As always, please rate, share and/or comment on this episode via Blacticulate social media or email us at contact@blacticulate.com.You're the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 30 w/ Asiko, African Art Photographer

Happy New Year!In this episode we have Antonio Cisse, a senior training consultant for the Banking industry. What does this mean? Well tune in because Antonio breaks down the industry, the routes in and much more.As always, please rate, share and/or comment on this episode via our social media channel - Blacticulate, or email, contact@blacticulate.comYou guy are the best! Hope you have a Merry Xmas and Happy New Year.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 29 w/ Antonio Cisse, Snr Training Consultant

Here guys - Merry Xmas!In this episode we have Damola Timeyin a Strategist for BBH. He gives us a comprehensive overview on what being a strategist within a creative agency entails and how to navigate this space as a person of colour, and much more.As always, please rate,  share and/or comment on this episode via our social media channel - Blacticulate, or email, contact@blacticulate.comYou guy are the best! Hope you have a Merry Xmas and Happy New Year.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 28 w/ Damola Timeyin, Strategist for BBH

Hey guys! We're back at it again with another Blacticulate episode featuring an amazing guest - Anne Marie Imafidon.Anne-Marie is the founder of non-for- profit organisation called Stemettes, which aims to inspire the next generation of females into Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) fields by showing them the amazing women already in STEM.We find out how she does what she does in hope that you can either join her cause or start something similar, too.As always your shares, reviews and general feedback is invaluable so please don't hold back. And you can get in touch with us via email - contact@blacticulate.com and Blacticulate on popular social media.You're the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 28 w/ Anne-Marie Imafidon, founder of Stemettes

Hey Guys,Blacticulate is officially a year old, where did the time go? Well, in this episode we give you a year summary of Blacticulate, how we put the podcast together (process and tools used), the ups and downs and what's next for the brand. We give thanks to everyone who has been featured, but most importantly we give thanks to you - the listeners - because without your unwavering support we would not exist.So here's to another great year!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 27 - 1 Year Anniversary w/ Ade, Blacticulate Host

In todays episode we have Cherish, an educator, writer, advocate, teacher of philosophy, to name but a few of her hats. She tells us about her venture 'Effective Education Africa' - a social enterprise working to fundraise for projects supporting under privileged girls in Africa. And best of all, how you can start your own social enterprise, too.If you find this episode interesting then please do rate it on iTunes or share it with others.As always thanks for listening, you guys are the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 26 w/ Cherish Bere, Teacher/Advocate

In this episode we have Tony Supreme a youth worker, poet and all round inspiring man. We find out why he got into his line of work, but specifically how he did it so that you can too.If you find this episode (or any others) interesting please do rate it on iTunes and share it.As always thanks for listening, you guys are the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 25 w/ Tony Supreme, Poet and Motivator

In this episode we have Shenilee who talks about how to get into Dentistry and specifically what the challenges she faces as a Black woman in the industry.If this episode (or any other episodes for that matter) was interesting please do rate/review it on iTunes and/or share the content to those who may find it useful.And as always thanks for listening you guys are the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 24 w/ Shenilee Hazell, Dentist

In this episode with have Babs and boy can she talk - in the best way! - where she shares with us how Gingham Doll her Fashion brand started, what she has learned (and is still learning) and best of all what resources you could use to get started, too.If this episode (or any other episodes for that matter) was interesting please do rate/review it on iTunes and/or share the content to those who may find it entertaining/helpful.As always, thanks for listening and you guys are the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 23 w/ Babs Atta-Krah, Fashion Designer

In this episode we have Joy, an award-winning producer with over seven years experience in producing corporate, commercials to features. She talks to Blacticulate about her daily struggles in the industry.Guys, we intend to get her back on the podcast and ask her specific 'how to' questions, so if you have any questions you'd like us to ask her then please get in touch via email - ask@blacticulate.com or twitter - @Blacticulate.And as always, if this episode (or any other episodes for that matter) was interesting please do rate it on iTunes, and do share the content to those who may benefit from it.You guys are the best!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 22 w/ Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor, Film Producer

This was another great episode where Sheila and Mangaliso (her newborn) give great advice on how to create a successful event, the challenges, internship platforms out there to help you start a career in Events management, and a whole lot more.If this episode (or any other episodes for that matter) is interesting please rate it on iTunes and do share the content to those who may benefit from it.As always your feedback on Blacticulate is very welcomed, to get in touch please email contact@blacticulate or via mainstream social media platforms  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 21 w/ Sheila Ruiz, Head of Programmes

In this episode we have Renay, Content Manager for Acast. First off we'd like to say that without Renay Blacticulate would not be on the Acast platform nor would it have started as soon as it did. Second, Renay shares her wealth of experience on how you can get a job in the Film and Podcast industry, too.Your feedback is invaluable so please give us some notes on 'contact@blacticulate.com' and if you would like to be featured please get in touch via Facebook, Instagram and/or Twitter.Happy Listening  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 20 w/ Renay Richardson, Content Manager

In this episode Paul Henry, Business Management Consultant, gives us in a matter of fact way solid advice and resources should we wish to choose a Business Management Consultant path.If you like/dislike this episode please give us feedback why at 'contact@blacticulate.com'. And you can follow Blacticulate on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 19 w/ Paul Henry, Business Mgmt Consultant

From the archives: we speak with Ejiro, Julian and Rotimi about dating scene, interracial relationships and physically learning (unlearning) to be attracted to all sorts. The conversation got loud, fun and controversial.Please give us feedback at 'contact@blacticulate.com', it is very welcomed as we want/need to improve, always.Oh and follow Blacticulate on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 18 w/ Ejiro, Julian & Rotimi - Love?

Another great episode with Ike Okolie, Digital Strategist and founder of clothing brand Ascensions. We talk about our desire to help the black community in the little ways we can and what books he is reading that gives him a competitive advantage.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 17 w/ Ike Okolie, CEO of Ascension

In this episode Akara tells us why Aaliyah needed to die, wait! It makes sense if you listen, how age ain't nothing but a number when it comes to making it as a musician and most importantly there's plenty of advice, resources and tip on how you can become a music producer, too.You can listen to the full music on the end credit:- http://smarturl.it/JMDPIt was co-written with/performed by Jean-Mikhael:- https://twitter.com/ThejeanmikhaelAnd produced by Akara Etteh  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 16 w/ Akara Etteh, Music Producer

Hey guys, this is a short episode because we get right to the point. How does Abi, founder of Afrokanist, do what she does and how can she help you do the same? Listen to her generous advice, resources and tips.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 15 w/ Abiola Bankole, Afrokanist Magazine

In this episode we speak to Gabrielle, the founder of The:nublk, which is a platform that showcases the work of contemporary creatives and content with a focus on Africa and the Diaspora. The conversation was such a blast as Gabrielle tells us how she began and teaches us the steps for us to create our version of The:nublk, too.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 14 w/ Gabrielle Smith, founder of The:nublk

In this episode, Sena Mortoo, co-founder of Morts & More, talks about how being unhappy with a product (suits) gave rise of his business. He gives us advice on how to be unique (hint: it's all about customer service), diversify and present yourself in a market.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 13 w/ Sena Mortoo, Business Owner (Tailoring Service)

In this episode Christopher Lutterodt-Quarcoo (25 yrs old), an exhibiting artist, designer, writer and award winning filmmaker (BFI Future Film Festival : Best Documentary), speaks about his journey, the benefits of university, how to brand yourself and much more.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 12 w/ CL-Q, Cult Storyteller

In this episode Linda Mbagwu (29 yrs old), owner of Adamine - a Healthcare recruitment agency, speaks about how she started her business, the dos and donts when dealing with recruiters and how to overcome inevitable hurdles in life.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 11 w/ Linda Mbagwu, Business Owner (Recruitment)

In this episode Solomon discusses what it is like to be a Black Actor (the challenges and rewards) in the UK. Plus he shares some tips on how you can become a working (read: get paid) Actor, too.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 10 w/ Solomon Akano, Actor

In this episode we have Julius Atuona, co-founder of Nomadic People - a South East London premium handmade leather accessory brand, talk about how you can start your own fashion brand, too.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 9 w/ Julius Atuona, Business Owner (Accessories)

In this episode, Joshua Umoren, co-founder of Morts & More talks about the challenges of bringing their tailoring experience to a new audience and shares with us the lessons he has learnt and is still learning.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 8 w/ Joshua Umoren, Business Owner (Tailoring)

In this episode with have Julian who speaks about how he got into PR, the realistic expectations of the role (news alert: it is nothing like Sex and the City) and why there are not enough BME in PR, UK. He is an insightful man and worth listening to.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 7 w/ Julian Obubo, PR manager

Gadgetsboy, Photographer, Blogger and Creative speaks on how he established his brand and why he recommends blogging/vlogging as a great vehicle for ones passion.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 6 w/ Gadgetsboy, Tech Blogger

On this episode we have Andy a TV Presenter that is most recognised for presenting Blue Peters (or dropping the star from the top of the Trafalgar Square Christmas tree). He speaks about how he got into the industry, his current challenges and what the TV industry could do to help the BAME community.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 5 w/ Andy Akinwolere, TV Presenter

Oh boy! In this episode we have Zoe Crooks, Visual Merchandiser, Marks & Spencers, who tells us about how having a "bubbly" personality can get you anything and everything you want.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 4 w/ Zoe Crooks, Visual Merchandiser

In this episode Matthew Ncube, a Zimbabwe-born and bred man tells us how he found himself working for Google and how to find opportunities everywhere.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 3 w/ Matthew Ncube, Googler

In this episode Sanaa AbstraKt tells us how sending a one-line email to Luke Biggins, one of the biggest MTV music video director, at the time, got her the job. Why? Because she got straight to the point. Listen for advice on how to become a freelance creative, too.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 2 w/ Sanaa Abstrakt, Photographer

In this episode we have Ms Sugar Plum who tells us how getting fired for calling her boss **** was the best thing that ever happened to her. It was exactly the kind of fire needed to put all her efforts into her cake business.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.