Recent Episodes
Episode 1
24 May 2023
The Journey to African-Centred Wellness
To start off our new season, we speak with Araba Ofori-Acquah, a healer, DJ, cultural curator and award-winning writer, about her new book, Return to Source. We learn how to unlock the power of African-Centred Wellness within the global Black community.
Episode 8
28 September 2022
Heritage Rooted & Connected Across Diasporas
Writer, photographer, and videomaker Riaz Phillips joins us to talk all things food, heritage, culture and community with the release of his latest book 'West Winds: Recipes, History and Tales from Jamaica'. We discuss the many ways we are connected through food across the African Diasporas.
Episode 7
10 August 2022
The Determined Path to Success
Gloria Ugwarelojo Biachi, a Lagos based Dance Artist, Choreographer, Fitness instructor, Actor and Costume Designer, shares how determination fuels her to achieve her goals and remain on the path to success.
Episode 6
31 March 2022
Authentic Expressions of Black Joy
Visual artist and teacher Birungi Kawooya joins Heather and Kamara for a heartfelt conversation about celebrating Black Womxn within the arts and making space for authentic expressions of joy and healing within her practice.
Episode 12
26 February 2021
Cultivating Roots Confidence
Writer, activist and creative entrepreneur Nick Makoha sits with us at the Yams & Yuca table to share his passion for food and poetry. We explore what it takes to cultivate confidence especially during challenging times.
Episode 11
17 February 2021
Experiencing Full Circle Moments
Heather shares her story of experiencing full circle moments in her life, and how they have contributed to her being able to continue the art of storytelling through her artistic and creative work.
Episode 10
12 February 2021
Building Visible Legacies
Pawlet Brookes, Founder, CEO and Artistic Director of Serendipity is an experienced and highly respected senior manager and producer. She is at the forefront of developing Black arts in the UK.