Sophia A. Jackson on Motherhood, Legacy & the Power of Black Storytelling

In this episode of Milk & Mummies, Raychel sits down with Sophia A. Jackson — journalist, mum, and founder of Afridiziak Theatre News, the UK’s leading platform celebrating African-Caribbean theatre. Sophia shares her journey of balancing motherhood with legacy-building work in the arts, why she created Afridiziak back in 2008, and how being a mum has reshaped her sense of purpose. They talk about identity shifts, creative resilience, and the importance of documenting Black stories on stage and beyond. Expect truth, laughter, and beautiful reminders that creativity and motherhood can co-exist. Follow Sophia: @afridiziaktheatrenews | www.afridiziak.com Follow Raychel & the show: @milkandmummiespodcast | @loveraychel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices