https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-rw9vs-19aeb0a This week I have a lively conversation with author and literary activist Rasheda Ashanti Malcolm about building platforms for women of colour from the 1990s to today. She traces her path from founding Candace magazine to writing fiction, creating the WILDE Foundation, running writing retreats in Jamaica, and launching the H&F Writers’ Festival in…
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-cxgzf-1990161 In this episode of Talking Tech with Creatives, I sit down with my literary agent, Francesca Riccardi of Kate Nash Literary Agency, to unpack how publishing really works. Drawing on her 15 years at publishers like Harper Collins, Atlantic Books, and Canelo, Francesca explains the differences between traditional, indie, and self-publishing; what agents actually…
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-t3ufw-1954bfc In this powerful episode of Talking Tech with Creatives, I’m joined by Dr. Carlton Brown, founder of the UK Black Business Entrepreneurs Conference (BBEC), business strategist, and author of the Black Entrepreneurs Report. Dr. Brown shares his personal journey from watching his Jamaican mother run blues parties and the community padner financial schemes to…
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-56m5d-192d046 In this episode of Talking Tech with Creatives, I sit down with bestselling crime author and tech entrepreneur Ajay Chowdhury — a man whose career journey spans co-founding Shazam, leading innovative tech ventures, and writing the acclaimed Kamil Rahman crime series. Ajay shares how his early years in India shaped his creative and…
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-etsrg-191055b In this episode of Talking Tech with Creatives, I sit down with the dynamic Nana S Soenya, founder of Omega Seven Global Limited. Nanna shares her powerful journey—from her early life in Ghana to becoming a passionate advocate for women’s rights in Mexico. We talk openly about the systemic challenges black and brown women…
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-8bzbd-18e9ec6 In this episode of Talking Tech with Creatives, host Stella Oni speaks with Dr. Chenai Gondo—a British-Zimbabwean award-winning business strategist and entrepreneur. With a rich background in real estate, PropTech, sustainability, and corporate leadership, Dr. Gondo shares her unconventional journey from synthetic chemist to tech-savvy executive leading multimillion-pound M&A deals and digital transformation projects…
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-48xn5-18cee47 In this fascinating episode of Talking Tech with Creatives, host Stella Oni sits down with Corina Goetz, founder of Star-CaT and a leading Middle East business strategist, to explore Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, cultural intelligence in business, and the evolving role of technology in Gulf economies. Corina shares her personal journey from luxury…
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-net4k-1880540 In this episode of Talking Tech with Creatives, I had the pleasure of sitting down with internationally acclaimed bespoke designer Yemi Osunkoya of Kosibah. From sketching bridal dresses as a young boy in Nigeria to becoming a sought-after name in fashion, Yemi shared his remarkable journey—and the mindset that’s carried him through every stage. …
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-uf2hv-186ebb2 In this episode of Talking Tech with Creatives, I speak with Sandra Johnson, a communications and policy expert with a fascinating career journey that spans Whitehall, digital transformation, and creative writing. Sandra, a second-generation Windrush professional, shares insights into building a meaningful career, navigating imposter syndrome, and developing a strong personal brand. We talk…
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-knw77-18451c1 In this episode of Talking Tech with Creatives, I sit down with Micallar Walker, the founder of Dark Matter Marketing agency, to explore the evolving world of marketing in the creative industry—especially when it comes to reaching Black audiences. Micallar takes me through her journey from working in cinema and film distribution to launching…
