Micallar Walker on Creative Motherhood, Culture & Building Dark Matter Agency

In this episode, I'm joined by Micallar Walker — founder of Dark Matter Agency — for a powerful conversation about motherhood, creativity, culture and purpose. Micallar opens up about her life before motherhood, what inspired her to start Dark Matter, and how becoming a mother reshaped her work, identity and leadership. Together we explore the challenges and beauty of raising children while building a purpose-led creative agency that champions Black audiences and meaningful storytelling. This episode is warm, honest, and deeply relatable for mothers navigating ambition, creativity and care. What we cover: Life before motherhood Starting Dark Matter Agency Representation in books, film & culture Navigating motherhood as a founder Balancing purpose, work & family Creativity, curiosity & leadership What legacy means now she’s a mum Follow Micallar: www.darkmatteragency.co.uk Instagram: @micallarwalker / @darkmattermktg Follow Milk & Mummies: Instagram: @milkandmummiespodcasr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices