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Black Magic Podcast
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Hosted by media maven Annika Allen, the podcast features conversations with brilliant and resilient British Black women - about their life journeys and paths to success. Voted Podcast of the Year at Precious Lifestyle Awards 2018. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Subira Jones: Dealing with burnout
If there were a pageant for Burnout, Subira Jones, aka The Corporate Hippie, would have been crowned queen for four consecutive years! Annika Alen talks to Subira, the certified lifestyle coach and corporate burnout prevention consultant, who is on a mission to support people to live free of...
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Dr Ajayi: Your wellbeing matters
In this episode, Annika Allen speaks with Dr Ajayi about ways in which we can improve our wellbeing and focus on self-care in order to live healthy happy lives. Dr Ajayi provides tips to help deal with stress and anxiety, boost your mood, sleep better and feel more in control. Part 2 of our Every...
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Vanessa Boachie: Overcoming Anxiety
In this episode, I talk to Psychological Therapist Vanessa Boachie who set up Inside Out UK, a not-for-profit social enterprise aiming to help young people improve their mental health and wellbeing. Vanessa and Black magic Podcast host Annika Allen discuss the Every Mind Matters platform where...
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The Jarret Family: The best thing we’ve ever done
In this episode, Annika Allen speaks to wife and husband Pearl and Errol and their adopted daughter Amara. They were already parents to biological twin boys and adopted Amara a few days before her third birthday. Here they talk us through the long and detailed process of adoption and encourage...
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Sherifa Adenmosun answers myths about adoption
Annika Allen speaks to social worker Sherifa Adenmosun about her work in adoption and she dispels some of the myths and misconceptions around who is eligible to adopt. Social workers like Sherifa play a critical role in understanding and supporting people through the adoption process. Adoption is…
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Bernicia Boateng: Highlife of Beauty
In this episode, Annika Allen talks to Bernicia Boateng, beauty and makeup influencer, Channel 4's Highlife reality TV star and entrepreneur who owns a studio in east London and has applied make-up to many of the world's top celebrities. Bernicia reveals her beauty tips and tricks and how she has...
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Yvonne Bajela: How to bag a business investor
Getting an investor for your business isn’t always easy. In this episode, Annika Allen talks to Yvonne Bajela, a founder and principal at venture capital firm Impact X. She focuses on investing in underrepresented entrepreneurs across Europe and she gives those much-needed tips on how to make…
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Terri Walker: Colleagues didn’t know I'm a singer
Singer and songwriter Terri Walker has been in the music industry for over 20 years. In this episode, Terri opens up to Annika Allen revealing the incredible highs and lows of being a full-time artist and the job she has taken on to pay her bills. The Black Magic Podcast features inspiring...
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Judi Love: More than just funny
Being funny isn't just her job, its literally in the DNA of comedian and ITV1 Loose Women star Judi Love. She has been keeping us entertained during lockdown with her Instagram series Quarantine Date Nights and in this episode talks openly about her journey, motherhood and dealing with grief. The...
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Siobhan Copland: Has lockdown ruined dating?
With over 50% of the UK being in the singles market it can prove to be hard to dodge the time wasters and undesirables and meet likeminded individuals. Which is where matchmakers come in with a helping guiding hand. In the episode Annika Allen speaks to Siobhan Copland, the UK’s premier…
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Dionne Smith: More than just a hairtsylist
On this episode, Annika Allen is joined by internationally sought after award winning hairstylist Dionne Smith. Despite possessing a natural talent, Dionne never considered turning hairdressing into a career. Now she has a long list of accolades and is the hairstylist for celebrities like Regina...
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Black Magic Podcast Live ft Candice Brathwaite and Dee-Ann Kentish Rogers
Black Magic Podcast hit the stage for another live show at London Podcast Festival in September. Annika was joined by two women shaking things up in their respective industries - Candice Brathwaite, influencer and founder of Make Motherhood Diverse, and Dee-Ann Kentish Rogers, the FIRST Black…
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Black Magic Podcast - Shades of Beauty Special
In this special episode, Annika sat down for a coffee and a chat with Christina Adesina, founder of Shades of Beauty Live, and media marketing expert Michelle Owusu. They talked about colourism, why diversity is an issue across all industries and more. @AnnikaAllen @ChristinaAdesina (Instagram)...
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Black Magic Podcast Live ft Angellica Bell and Jessica Huie MBE
As part of Soho Music Month in June, Black Magic Podcast was live at Lush Studios in Soho. In this episode, Annika was joined by presenter Angellica Bell and author Jessica Huie MBE to talk career, motherhood and more. @AnnikaAllen @AngellicaBell @JessicaHuieMBE @Weareunedited @PlatformLDN...
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Black Magic Podcast Live ft Yasmin Evans and Paigey Cakey
As part of Soho Music Month in June, Black Magic Podcast was live at Lush Studios in Soho. In this episode, Annika was joined by presenter Yasmin Evans and artist Paigey Cakey to talk about music industry pressures, colourism and more @AnnikaAllen @YasminEvans @Paigey_Cakey @Weareunedited...
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I didn't realise I was black
Our season finale! Annika talks to founder of Nu Bride, Nova Reid, and presenter and founder of the Red Carpet Academy, Leah Charles-King. Nova and Leah discuss how they discovered racism, the importance of online privacy, and the realities of living with fibroids. We also hear from the legendary...
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He was the devil wrapped in skin!
Annika is joined by domestic violence practitioner Jenni Steele, and youth mentor Penny Belle. Jenni and Penny discuss ways of helping young people to identify healthy relationships, the importance of dealing with trauma and the lessons learned from their abusive pasts. Is receiving 50 texts in…
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Why we don't talk about miscarriage
Annika is joined by publicist Brenda Gabriel, and journalist turned author Davina Hamilton. Brenda shares the heartbreaking story of her recent miscarriage. She and Davina also talk about working closely with their partners, juggling motherhood and running a business and why it’s important to…
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Every diva deserves a choice
Annika is joined by Tricia Blake, founder of Diva Choice, and Josephine Otuagomah, founder of The Black Hair book. Tricia and Josephine talk about finding strength after grief, making time for self care, and the problem with the term 'plus size’. Ever wished there was a 'Trip Advisor’ for black...
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LL Cool J changed my life
Time flies! Here's episode 8 of Black Magic Podcast, with another fantastic lineup. Annika is joined in the studio by BBC journalist Colleen Harris, and DJ Melody Kane. Colleen and Melody talk about family, dealing with dementia and being connected to their roots. You'll also hear how LL Cool J...
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How not to get sued by Pharrell
On this episode, Annika Allen is joined in the studio by musician and businesswoman Princess Nyah, and founder of House Gospel Choir Natalie Maddix. Nyah and Natalie talk about the hard lessons they had to learn when coming up in the music industry, and why they want to make sure newcomers are...
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Mum's not the word
On this episode, Annika Allen is joined by stylist and empowerment speaker Denise Brown and Shirina Carstens, founder of Beauty from Within. Denise and Shirina talk about how being in care has shaped them, coming back from breakdowns and the lifeline of therapy TV host and author June Sarpong…
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What's your #MeToo Story?
What’s your #MeToo story? Annika is joined by actor and writer Sophia Leonie and comedian Thanyia Moore. Sophia and Thanyia talk about how common and complex harassment is for women. Sabrina Washington, former lead singer of Mis-teeq, also appears on this episode talking about how they got…
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Too old for babies... at 30?
Too old to have babies at 30? Annika is joined by founder of Girls Talk London, Vanessa Sanyauke, and journalist and presenter Genelle Aldred. Vanessa and Genelle talk about why it can be hard to maintain a relationship for career driven women, the reality of breaking glass ceilings, and being...
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Child's view of domestic violence
*Trigger Warning* Contains discussions about sexual abuse and domestic violence On this episode, Annika is joined by Natasha Benjamin, founder of Free Your Mind charity, and Kerrin Daniels, who is a counsellor and coach. Natasha and Kerrin share how they have managed to overcome the trauma of…
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Angie Le Mar, Yolande Letshou & Cassandra Lokko
More Black women making magic. Comedian Angie Le Mar shares her journey which Yolande and Cassandra give insights on how they cope with challenges and how exactly a Social Media Influencer makes any money. Oh and that wedding video which went viral. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
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Alesha Dixon & Beverley De-Gale
You've heard the phrase 'Black Girl Magic', but what does it mean? This podcast explains with great British woman who work the magic every day - this episode with broadcaster & musician, Alesha Dixon, to anti-Leukaemia campaigner Beverley De-Gale. Co-founder of The Colour Network, Annika Allen...
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What's the Black Magic Podcast?
Life stories of British black women. Their magic is turning adversity into success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hosted by media maven Annika Allen, the podcast features conversations with brilliant and resilient British Black women - about their life journeys and paths to success. Voted Podcast of the Year at Precious Lifestyle Awards 2018.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hosted by media maven Annika Allen, the podcast features conversations with brilliant and resilient British Black women - about their life journeys and paths to success. Voted Podcast of the Year at Precious Lifestyle Awards 2018. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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