Growing up Black in the UK Part 1 w/e James Pogson

Stories are powerful and they play a key role in creating perspectives, informing identities and educating people. As we celebrate Black History Month I wanted to share untold stories of Black people and I could not think of anyone else that my guest today James who is a natural storyteller. About James Pogson: James Pogson is a Black British Narrative Storyteller: Writer. Speaker. Humorist. Creatively Clear Compelling Communicator with 25+ years working in the public, private, arts and entertainment sectors Follow James on Social Media: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-pogson-617aa812/ In Episode 09 of EverydayDay Leadership, James and I discuss What life was like growing up in the 70s Having The Talk with your parents Paying to be in insulted on TV Not feeling British Being put in a box at school by teachers because you were Black Having a degree was a hindrance The distinction between logic and emotion Leaving his job for emotional reasons Not being treated as a human Aggressions are not micro The problem with BAME Have things got better Subscribe using your favorite podcast app via Apple Podcasts Spotify Deezer Stitcher SPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACK You can do this on the Apple podcast or on Sticher. Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. I am always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts once youve listened to this interview just drop me an email at [email protected] I appreciate you and your support Connect with SopeWebsite | Youtube | Instagram | LinkedInDid you find this helpful? If you like this episode, please leave a review or share it with someone who could benefit from listening.  We’re always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts, send us an email at [email protected]