How I Crushed It

Lydia Amoah - DEI Leader and author of The Black Pound Report

Lydia is recognised as one of Britain’s leading authorities on diversity, equity and inclusion and through her company, Backlight, she has collaborated with many organisations such as News UK and ITV to enhance their DEI initiatives. Among other roles, Lydia is also the creator of the Black Pound Report, the UK’s most comprehensive research piece looking into the Multi-Ethnic consumer.
 
Lydia Amoah
The Black Pound Report
White Nanny Black Child documentary
 
Listen back to interviews with:
Naomi Sesay - Head of Diversity at Channel 4
 
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Ashleigh Ainsley - Technologist and Co-founder of Colorintech and BTF

Ashleigh Ainsley is co-founder of Colorintech a non profit aiming to improve access, awareness and opportunities for ethnic minorities to enter the tech industry. Colorintech is probably best known for its BTF (Black Tech Fest) event which is Europe's largest technology and culture festival celebrating innovation and inclusion in the UK tech industry and beyond. In 2020, Ashleigh was recognised on Forbes 30 Under 30 list. He is also a qualified football referee!
 
Ashleigh Ainsley
ColorInTech
BTF
 
Listen back to interviews with:
Dr Annie Marie Imafidon - CEO of Stemettes and Tech Thought leader
 
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Temi Johnson - Interior Designer & Criminal Defence Lawyer

Temi Johnson is an Interior Designer for commercial and residential spaces. Temi was a quarter finalist on BBC 1's TV show Interior Design Masters with Michelle Ogudehin and Alan Carr. She is also an experienced Criminal Defence Lawyer. 
 
Temi Johnson Design
 
Listen back to interviews with:
Michael Akadiri - Doctor by day and Comedian by night!
Stephanie Boyce - Ex President of Law Society
 
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RKY Careers have just launched their annual scholarship grant - The RKY £20,000 Scholarship Grant targeted at empowering underrepresented communities.
 
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Samuel Okafor - From Footballer to CEO of Kick It Out

Samuel Okafor is CEO of the powerful anti discrimination organisation, Kick It Out, which strives to put an end to all forms of discrimination within football. Samuel started off his career as a professional football player and then had a very successful career in Banking before taking up his latest role with Kick It Out.
 
LinkedIn profile
Kick It Out
 
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Maggie Alphonsi - Rugby World Cup Winner
 
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Cassa Pancho - Founder and Artistic Director of Ballet Black

Cassa Pancho is CEO, Founder and Artistic Director of Ballet Black, a professional ballet company for dancers of colour which she set up in 2001. Ballet Black has won numerous awards including an Olivier Award for best dance production and a Critics’ Circle National Dance Award for Outstanding Company and Cassa was awarded an MBE in the 2013 New Years’ Honours List for services to Classical Ballet. To date, she has commissioned over 40 choreographers, to create over 60 new ballets for the company.
 
Ballet Black
 
Listen back to interviews with:
Beatrice Nicholas - Pianist
 
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Lorna Clarke - Director of Music at the BBC

Lorna Clark, as Director of Music at the BBC, heads up their music output which includes  responsibility for a portfolio of six national radio stations (Radio 1, Radio 2, Radio 3, 6 Music, Radio 1Xtra, Asian Network) as well as Music Live Events, Music Television commissioning and the Visualisation team. This also includes the annual coverage of Glastonbury and the world’s biggest and longest-running music festival, The Proms. Lorna has judged prestigious awards like the Sony Radio Awards and the Mercury Music Prize and in 2024 she was crowned winner of the Outstanding Contribution honour at the Music Week Women In Music Awards.
 
LinkedIn
 
Listen back to interviews with:
Sonita Alleyne - Co-Founder and former CEO of Somethin' Else Productions
 
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Best bits of 2024

We look back of the favourite bits of the podcast in 2024 including clips with the follow guests:
 
Charles Sekwalor
Elizabeth Solaru Elesha Paul Moses Danny SapaniJendella BensonAnne Marie ImafidonFemi Oguns Christina Brooks Ayesha Ofori Katherine Birbalsingh
 
Thanks for you support and looking forward to shining a light on more talent in 2025!
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Jameisha Prescod - Content Creator behind You Look Okay To Me

Jameisha Prescod is a digital content creator, UK-based filmmaker, and advocate, known for her impactful work centred on chronic illness, Black identity, and mental health. Jameisha has built a strong presence on social media through her platform You Look Okay To Me, where she shares her personal journey with chronic illness, particularly lupus. This platform has become a vital resource for individuals experiencing invisible illnesses.
 
You Look Ok To Me
Lupus UK
Hibbs Lupus Trust
 
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Jumoke Abdullahi Co-Founder of The Triple Cripples
 
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Tim Nwachukwu - Sports Photographer formerly of Getty Images

Timothy Nwachukwu is an accomplished American sports photographer who is well-known for his dynamic sports imagery, capturing pivotal moments with an artful perspective. A former staff photographer for the world renowned Getty Images, his work includes coverage of major sports leagues and events, including the NBA and NFL, FIFA 2022 World Cup and the 2024 Olympic games.
 
Tim's website
 
Listen back to interview with:
Sarah Akinterinwa - Cartoonist
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Ire Hassan-Odukale - Restaurateur and Co-Founder of Ikoyi

Discover the inspiring story of Ire Hassan-Odukale, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Ikoyi, the renowned fine dining restaurant in London. Founded alongside Jeremy Chan, Ikoyi has redefined modern cuisine with its innovative approach, earning its first Michelin star in 2018, a second star in 2022, and ranking as number 42 in The World's 50 Best Restaurants 2024.
In this episode, Ire shares the challenges of building a globally acclaimed restaurant, and his vision for pushing boundaries in the food industry. This is a must-listen for food lovers, aspiring entrepreneurs, and anyone curious about what it takes to succeed in the high-stakes world of fine dining.
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Anne-Marie Imafidon, Founder of Stemettes and tech innovator.
Sonita Alleyne, Master of Jesus College, Cambridge, and media CEO.
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