Shades & Layers
199 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 days ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsShades and Layers is a podcast focused on black women entrepreneurs from across the globe. It is a platform for exploring issues and challenges around business ownership, representation and holistic discussions about the meaning of sustainability in an increasingly complex global context. Conversations are wide- ranging and serve not only as a Masterclass in Entrepreneurship but also provide wisdom and tools for Successful Living. It is a space for meaningful conversation, a place for black and other women of color to be fully human and openly share their quirks and vulnerabilities.
Guests include prominent figurers in the beauty, fashion and wellness industries both in the Northern Hemisphere and the Global South.
Dr. Theo Mothoa-Frendo of USO Skincare discusses her journey from being product junkie to creating an African science-based skincare range. Taryn Gill of The Perfect Hair is a brand development whizz who discusses supply chain and distribution of her haircare brands. Katonya Breux discusses melanin and sunscreen and how she addresses the needs of a range of skin tones with her Unsun Cosmetics products.
We discuss inclusion in the wellness industry with Helen Rose Skincare and Yoga and Nectarines Founder , Day Bibb. Abiola Akani emphasizes non-performance in yoga with her IYA Wellness brand and Anesu Mbizho shares her journey to yoga and the ecosystem she's created through her business The Nest Space.
Fashion is all about handmade, custom made and circular production with featured guests like fashion designer Maria McCloy of Maria McCloy Accessories; Founder and textile/homeware designer Nkuli Mlangeni Berg of The Ninevites as well as Candice Lawrence, founder of the lighting design company Modern Gesture.
These are just a few the conversations on the podcast over the past three years.
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Episodes
Ethnikids: Diversity in children's literature with Khumo Tapfumaneyi
July 02, 2024 09:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBThe books your children read can shape their self-identity and cultural awareness. Join me in conversation with Khumo Tapfumaneyi, Co-Founder and Director of Ethnikids, as we discuss the life-changing power of diversity in children's literature. We discuss how Ethnikids, an online children's book store, is transforming the South African book market by offering a range of inclusive books—from folktales to affirmation stories—that nurture a child's sense of belonging and self-worth. Khumo...
Family Roots to Creative Routes - Raha Copenhagen with Nsimire Godman
June 10, 2024 19:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBIn this week's episode, we connect with Nsimire Godman, Founder of Raha Copenhagen. This Denmark-based creative shares how a humble background in Rwanda and a spark of creativity during the pandemic led her to create inclusive, aesthetically pleasing soy wax candles. Listen as Nsimire recounts her year-long journey of mastering the craft, overcoming challenges, and discovering a niche market in the Danish capital, Copenhagen. As we know, entrepreneurship is best done with support and commu...
From South Africa to Seattle: Lizzy Hudson's Story
May 28, 2024 18:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBSouth African podcaster and social media marketing specialist, Lizzy Hudson is the voice behind the Live to Thrive Podcast. In this episode, she shares her journey into podcasting, inspired by the tragic event of George Floyd's murder in 2020. We discuss the personal impact of this moment and how Lizzy's podcast focuses on amplifying the stories of people of color healing from racial trauma and other challenges unique to POC. There are many vulnerable moments in this episode as we touch o...
Redefining Luxury for Natural Hair with RAINA - Rachel Osborne's Journey
April 30, 2024 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBIt all started with a wish for a satin-lined beach hat. When Rachel Osborne could not find one on the market, she set about creating her own. She spent 2023 researching and testing her concept for luxury satin lined, and adjustable hats that would offer "no-frizz" experience for curly and kinky hair. As a result, her brand RAINA was born. The creation of RAINA is very much tied to Rachael's own natural hair journey, which resonates with anyone who's ever felt the pressure to conform to s...
RAINA (Luxury Hats for Natural Hair) with Rachel Osborne (S8, E8)
April 30, 2024 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBIt all started with a wish for a satin-lined beach hat. When Rachel Osborne could not find one on the market, she set about creating her own. She spent 2023 researching and testing her concept for luxury satin lined, and adjustable hats that would offer "no-frizz" experience for curly and kinky hair. As a result, her brand RAINA was born. The creation of RAINA is very much tied to Rachael's own natural hair journey, which resonates with anyone who's ever felt the pressure to conform to s...
Social Entrepreneurship, Slow Living and Creativity with Fikile 'Fix' Moeti
April 13, 2024 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBFikile "Fix" Moeti calls herself a Lightworker and you’ll find out what she means by that in this episode. The Social Entrepreneur is the founder of a pay-it-forward education and women-focused social enterprise, The Fix Scholarship. She is a well-known former radio DJ and MTV South Africa presenter. This long-time yogi is now navigating a new chapter as a mom and owner of a beachfront yoga studio and bar called The Yoga Bar, on the East African island of Zanzibar. Her work with The Fix...
The Yoga Bar and African Affirmations with Fikile 'Fix' Moeti (S8, E7)
April 13, 2024 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBFikile "Fix" Moeti calls herself a Lightworker and you’ll find out what she means by that in this episode. The Social Entrepreneur is the founder of a pay-it-forward education and women-focused social enterprise, The Fix Scholarship. She is a well-known former radio DJ and MTV South Africa presenter. This long-time yogi is now navigating a new chapter as a mom and owner of a beachfront yoga studio and bar called The Yoga Bar, on the East African island of Zanzibar. Her work with The Fix...
Nounouche Online and Azania Public with Bonnie Meslane (S8, E6)
April 02, 2024 04:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBBonnie Meslane is the Founder of the online lifestyle and culture magazine, Nounouche Online. The Johannesburg-based publisher is also the force behind the A-list Public Relations and Communications company, Azania Public, and like all multi-hyphenates, she also works as in the marketing of the iconic and legendary music radio station, Kaya FM. Bonnie and her team at Nounouche Online are story driven and dedicated to amplifying the voices that truly shape our world and culture - in their ...
Leading with Authenticity: Ethical Media and Resilience with Boniswa Meslane
April 02, 2024 04:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBBoniswa Meslane is the Founder of the online lifestyle and culture magazine, Nounouche Online. The Johannesburg-based publisher is also the force behind the A-list Public Relations and Communications company, Azania Public, and like all multi-hyphenates, she also works as in the marketing of the iconic and legendary music radio station, Kaya FM. Boniswa and her team at Nounouche are story driven and dedicated to amplifying the voices that truly shape our world and culture - in their world...
Leading with Authenticity: Ethical Media and Resilience with Bonnie Meslane
April 02, 2024 04:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBBonnie Meslane is the Founder of the online lifestyle and culture magazine, Nounouche Online. The Johannesburg-based publisher is also the force behind the A-list Public Relations and Communications company, Azania Public, and like all multi-hyphenates, she also works as in the marketing of the iconic and legendary music radio station, Kaya FM. Bonnie and her team at Nounouche Online are story driven and dedicated to amplifying the voices that truly shape our world and culture - in their ...
The Rise of Monique Weber: Mastering Fashion PR, Building Wealth, and Staying True to Values
March 18, 2024 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBMonique Weber is the visionary founder of MLWPR Fashion and Beauty PR Agency. Her story isn't just about the sparkle of dressing celebrities in Herve Leger's iconic ensembles; it's a story about ambition, resilience, and a commitment to lifting up minority, local, and women-owned brands. Monique started out as a teen model and progressed to publicity. She worked with A-listers and learned a lot during her two decade plus career. In 2020 she stepped out on her own and she talks about all th...
The Rise of Monique Webber: Mastering Fashion PR, Building Wealth, and Staying True to Values
March 18, 2024 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBMonique Webber is the visionary founder of MLWPR Fashion and Beauty PR Agency. Her story isn't just about the sparkle of dressing celebrities in Herve Leger's iconic ensembles; it's a story about ambition, resilience, and a commitment to lifting up minority, local, and women-owned brands. Monique started out as a teen model and progressed to publicity. She worked with A-listers and learned a lot during her two decade plus career. In 2020 she stepped out on her own and she talks about all t...
MWLPR (Fashion & Beauty PR) with Monique Webber (S8, E5)
March 18, 2024 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBMonique Webber is the visionary founder of MLWPR Fashion and Beauty PR Agency. Her story isn't just about the sparkle of dressing celebrities in Herve Leger's iconic ensembles; it's a story about ambition, resilience, and a commitment to lifting up minority, local, and women-owned brands. Monique started out as a teen model and progressed to publicity. She worked with A-listers and learned a lot during her two decade plus career. In 2020 she stepped out on her own and she talks about all t...
Sharing Sustainable African Luxury with the World Melaney Oldenhof
March 04, 2024 11:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBMelaney Oldenhoff, Founder and Creative Director of WhatWeCherish, a curated market place for handmade accessories and home décor from the African continent. Melaney shares how she pivoted from New York-based fashion stylist to joining the vanguard of African design in Johannesburg. Her story is a testament to endurance and vision, championing artisans while navigating the intricacies of e-commerce and forging a new path for women-owned and black-owned brands. In our conversation, Melane...
WhatWeCherish with Melaney Oldenhof (S8, E4)
March 04, 2024 11:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBMelaney Oldenhoff, Founder and Creative Director of WhatWeCherish, a curated market place for handmade accessories and home décor from the African continent. Melaney shares how she pivoted from New York-based fashion stylist to joining the vanguard of African design in Johannesburg. Her story is a testament to endurance and vision, championing artisans while navigating the intricacies of e-commerce and forging a new path for women-owned and black-owned brands. In our conversation, Melane...
Weaving Fashion, Soul Health, and Social Justice into a Tapestry of Change with Kirstie Fleur
February 19, 2024 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBEmbark on an inspiring journey with the remarkable Kirstie Fleur, a Ghanaian-American beacon of creativity and advocacy. Our conversation explores her multi-disciplinary artistry that finds expression in all her life's pursuits, from her brave transition from the American Air Force to fashion's forefront, to her passionate embodiment of social entrepreneurship with her brand, Freedom Fleur. Kirstie's story is one of resilience and transformation, illustrating the potency of fashion as a ve...
Freedom Fleur and Luxury with Kirstie Fleur (S8, E3)
February 19, 2024 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBEmbark on an inspiring journey with the remarkable Kirstie Fleur, a Ghanaian-American beacon of creativity and advocacy. Our conversation explores her multi-disciplinary artistry that finds expression in all her life's pursuits, from her brave transition from the American Air Force to fashion's forefront, to her passionate embodiment of social entrepreneurship with her brand, Freedom Fleur. Kirstie's story is one of resilience and transformation, illustrating the potency of fashion as a ve...
Unlocking Investment Secrets and Mastering Entrepreneurship: A Journey of Resilience and Mentorship
February 12, 2024 05:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBUnlock the secrets of securing investment and mastering entrepreneurship with our esteemed guest, Jennifer Dyer. As a five-time CEO and seasoned mentor, Jennifer brings a treasure trove of insights from her experience in raising over $13 million, particularly for women and minority entrepreneurs. This episode is a candid exploration into the world of alternative funding, where we unravel the nuances of securing capital from high net worth individuals—quite a different ballgame from the tradi...
E100 Clubs and Investment Secrets with Jennifer Dyer (S8, E2)
February 12, 2024 05:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBUnlock the secrets of securing investment and mastering entrepreneurship with our esteemed guest, Jennifer Dyer. As a five-time CEO and seasoned mentor, Jennifer brings a treasure trove of insights from her experience in raising over $13 million, particularly for women and minority entrepreneurs. This episode is a candid exploration into the world of alternative funding, where we unravel the nuances of securing capital from high net worth individuals—quite a different ballgame from the tradi...
SkinstadMD and Holistic Healing with Dr. Margaret Towolawi (S8, E1)
February 06, 2024 05:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBDr. Margaret Towolawi is a physician whose canvas stretches from her medical clinic to the entrepreneurial landscape of wellness and skincare. Her story is an inspiring tale of transition, as she harmonizes the six pillars of lifestyle medicine with heartfelt entrepreneurship. In our conversation, we discuss the nurturing environment of her Nurture Well Center, the innovative skincare solutions she offers through her SkinStat MD med spa, and the personalization at the heart of her direct pri...
A Doctor's Tale of Blending Art, Science, and Healing
February 06, 2024 05:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBDr. Margaret Towolawi is a physician whose canvas stretches from her medical clinic to the entrepreneurial landscape of wellness and skincare. Her story is an inspiring tale of transition, as she harmonizes the six pillars of lifestyle medicine with heartfelt entrepreneurship. In our conversation, we discuss the nurturing environment of her Nurture Well Center, the innovative skincare solutions she offers through her SkinStat MD med spa, and the personalization at the heart of her direct pri...
Swimma Caps with Nomvuyo Treffers (S7, E9)
December 04, 2023 17:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBWe've come to the end of Season 7 and we end it with a special episode featuring the creation of the first inclusive swimming cap. Swimma Caps is founded with inclusion at heart. They are more than a product company, they are a catalyst for change. Since inception, the Swimma team have been challenging hair discrimination in many areas including South African schools and making waves in the Black community. Founder, Nomvuyo Treffers shares the impact of her work on people's lives, reveali...
Swimming Against the Tide: The Inclusive Entrepreneurship Journey of Vuyo Treffers
December 04, 2023 17:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBWe've come to the end of Season 7 and we end it with a special episode featuring the creation of the first inclusive swimming cap. Swimma Caps is founded with inclusion at heart. They are more than a product company, they are a catalyst for change. Since inception, the Swimma team have been challenging hair discrimination in many areas including South African schools and making waves in the Black community. Founder, Nomvuyo Treffers shares the impact of her work on people's lives, reveali...
Profitable Passion + Purpose with Stefanie Julia Moton (S7, E8)
November 28, 2023 05:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBToday’s episode is about overcoming fear of uncertainty, getting out of your comfort zone and pivoting with purpose. My guest on Shades and Layers is Stefanie Julia Moton, a business coach for online fitness coaches who shares how she transitioned from a career in federal law enforcement to becoming the founder of Catch Flights and Fitness and Profitable Passion and Purpose (P3). Stefanie has always loved sports and she used this passion to create a thriving online business with clients ...
Embracing Change: Stefanie Julia Moton's Journey from Law Enforcement to Online Fitness Entrepreneurship
November 28, 2023 05:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBToday’s episode is about overcoming fear of uncertainty, getting out of your comfort zone and pivoting with purpose. My guest on Shades and Layers is Stefanie Julia Moton, a business coach for online fitness coaches who shares how she transitioned from a career in federal law enforcement to becoming the founder of Catch Flights and Fitness and Profitable Passion and Purpose (P3). Stefanie has always loved sports and she used this passion to create a thriving online business with clients ...
The Black Mermaid Foundation with Zandile Ndhlovu (S7, E7)
November 11, 2023 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBTHE BLACK MERMAID Zandile Ndhlovu is the founder of The Black Mermaid Foundation, an organization dedicated to changing mindsets and bringing people (particularly for Black and Brown people) closer to the ocean. She is South Africa’s first Black free-diving instructor and through this work, Zandi is providing equitable access to nature and showing that our beliefs about the ocean can coexist with exploring its depths. Our conversation is an exploration of how she came to this work and how i...
The Black Mermaid: Zandile Ndhlovu's Quest for Inclusion in Our Oceans
November 11, 2023 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBTHE BLACK MERMAID Zandile Ndhlovu is the founder of The Black Mermaid Foundation, an organization dedicated to changing mindsets and bringing people (particularly for Black and Brown people) closer to the ocean. She is South Africa’s first Black free-diving instructor and through this work, Zandi is providing equitable access to nature and showing that our beliefs about the ocean can coexist with exploring its depths. Our conversation is an exploration of how she came to this work and ho...
The Closet Runway with Evelina Kauna Nailenge (S7, E6)
November 06, 2023 16:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBElevate your style and gain cutting-edge insights into the fashion-tech industry with our special guest, Evelina Kauna Nailenge , the trailblazing co-founder of The Closet Runway. This Cape Town-based luxury fashion rental company seamlessly blends affordability, sustainability, and luxury, serving as a beacon for circular fashion. As we journey through Evelina's entrepreneurial adventures, we delve into the company's unique business model, its commitment to diverse representation, and its...
The Closet Runway: Redefining Luxury and Sustainability
November 06, 2023 16:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBElevate your style and gain cutting-edge insights into the fashion-tech industry with our special guest, Evelina Kauna Nailenge , the trailblazing co-founder of The Closet Runway. This Cape Town-based luxury fashion rental company seamlessly blends affordability, sustainability, and luxury, serving as a beacon for circular fashion. As we journey through Evelina's entrepreneurial adventures, we delve into the company's unique business model, its commitment to diverse representation, and its...
Change Agent Coaching with Alison Hall (S7, E5)
October 30, 2023 15:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBEver felt trapped in the corporate hamster wheel, yearning for something more meaningful? Alison Hall, founder of Change Agent Coaching for Women and co-founder of the Boldest Me, certainly did and she joins me in this episode to share her remarkable journey. It's not every day that you meet a corporate veteran turned personal trainer, real estate investor, and certified divorce financial analyst, and Alison's journey is nothing short of inspiring. She candidly discusses the role of self-w...
From Corporate Ladder to Personal Growth: Alison Hall's Empowering Journey
October 30, 2023 15:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBEver felt trapped in the corporate hamster wheel, yearning for something more meaningful? Alison Hall, founder of Change Agent Coaching for Women and co-founder of the Boldest Me, certainly did and she joins me in this episode to share her remarkable journey. It's not every day that you meet a corporate veteran turned personal trainer, real estate investor, and certified divorce financial analyst, and Alison's journey is nothing short of inspiring. She candidly discusses the role of self-w...
Four Naturals Hair with Shalita Grant (S7, E4)
October 23, 2023 15:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBToday, we are excited to bring you a candid conversation with the unstoppable force that is Shalita Grant - a Tony Award-nominated actress, an NCIS New Orleans alumna, and the mastermind behind the disruptive haircare brand, Four Naturals Hair. Have you ever wondered about the hair journey of black actresses, the hurdles they face, and the lack of specialized hair care options for them? Shalita peels back the curtain on this significant issue, sharing her personal struggles with traction a...
Acting, Alopecia and Entrepreneurship: The Shalita Grant Story
October 23, 2023 15:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBToday, we are excited to bring you a candid conversation with the unstoppable force that is Shalita Grant - a Tony Award-nominated actress, an NCIS New Orleans alumna, and the mastermind behind the disruptive haircare brand, Four Naturals Hair. Have you ever wondered about the hair journey of black actresses, the hurdles they face, and the lack of specialized hair care options for them? Shalita peels back the curtain on this significant issue, sharing her personal struggles with traction a...
The Perfect Hair and Curls In Bloom with Taryn Gill (S7, E3)
October 16, 2023 14:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBIt’s impossible not to be inspired by Taryn Gill, the go-getter behind the phenomenal haircare brand The Perfect Hair. Her insights and experiences are an education in and of themselves. From her journey in scaling her brand through strategic partnerships, to her lessons on the power of letting go for brand expansion, Taryn candidly shares how her entrepreneurial journey has evolved since our last sit-down two years ago. Her origins story goes beyond a product line, weaving an authentic conn...
The Evolution of Natural Hair Care and Entrepreneurship with Taryn Gill
October 16, 2023 14:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBIt’s impossible not to be inspired by Taryn Gill, the go-getter behind the phenomenal haircare brand The Perfect Hair. Her insights and experiences are an education in and of themselves. From her journey in scaling her brand through strategic partnerships, to her lessons on the power of letting go for brand expansion, Taryn candidly shares how her entrepreneurial journey has evolved since our last sit-down two years ago. Her origins story goes beyond a product line, weaving an authentic conn...
Vava Specialty Coffee with Vava Angwenyi (S7, E2)
October 09, 2023 17:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBKenyan-born entrepreneur Vava Angwenyi is a specialty coffee exporter, producer and roaster. She founded Vava Coffee Inc, which is B-Corp Certified entity and later co-founded Gente Del Futuro with a Tanzania-based Colombian partner, with the mission of having a meaningful impact on the monopolized coffee trade in East Africa. This episode takes us deep into the rich tapestry of the African coffee industry, as Vava recounts her personal journey and the transformative initiatives she's lau...
Brewing Hope: Vava Angwenyi's Mission in the Kenyan Coffee Industry
October 09, 2023 17:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBKenyan-born entrepreneur Vava Angwenyi is a specialty coffee exporter, producer and roaster. She founded Vava Coffee Inc, which is B-Corp Certified entity and later co-founded Gente Del Futuro with a Tanzania-based Colombian partner, with the mission of having a meaningful impact on the monopolized coffee trade in East Africa. This episode takes us deep into the rich tapestry of the African coffee industry, as Vava recounts her personal journey and the transformative initiatives she's lau...
Redefining Menstrual Health and Sustainability with Zizipho Ntobongwana of Sheba Feminine
October 02, 2023 17:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBWe're back for a new season! Are you ready to start the conversation with some insights on how we think about and how we speak more openly about menstrual health? Leading the charge shift attitudes in South Africa is Zizipho Ntobongwana, the dynamic founder of Sheba Feminine. Our conversation sheds light on the importance of organic and biodegradable products and we discuss her mission to reframe menstrual health. We get into the details of her entrepreneurial journey - from fair competiti...
Sheba Feminine with Zizipho Ntobongwana (S7, E1)
October 02, 2023 17:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBWe're back for a new season! Are you ready to start the conversation with some insights on how we think about and how we speak more openly about menstrual health? Leading the charge shift attitudes in South Africa is Zizipho Ntobongwana, the dynamic founder of Sheba Feminine. Our conversation sheds light on the importance of organic and biodegradable products and we discuss her mission to reframe menstrual health. We get into the details of her entrepreneurial journey - from fair competiti...
BRIEF ANNOUNCEMENT
July 02, 2023 05:00 - 2 minutes - 1.45 MBA quick update from host, Kutloano Skosana Ricci. Have a happy summer 😎 LINKS Visit the podcast website: https://shadesandlayers.com Pitch your story to be a guest, subscribe to the companion newsletter and browse the back catalog of episodes. Follow the podcast on Instagram @shadesandlayerspodcast If you haven't already, please consider subscribing to Shades and Layers on your favorite listening app. Also if you enjoy the show, it would also be great if you could help others to fin...
Swirly Curly and Easy with Keziah Dhamma (S6, E10)
June 06, 2023 03:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBToday my guest is Keziah Dhamma, founder and CEO of Swirly Curly Hair, a luxury natural hair care and education company. So, what started out as a company making snap-on hair ties (Snapees) for curly and kinky haired folks, has evolved into a fully-fledged product company with an education platform to support individuals on their natural hair journey. With more than 10 thousand members in its community, Swirly Curly Hair is looking to go even bigger in the next few years, as they contem...
Swirly Curly and Easy (Keziah Dhamma)
June 06, 2023 03:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBToday my guest is Keziah Dhamma, founder and CEO of Swirly Curly Hair, a luxury natural hair care and education company. So, what started out as a company making snap-on hair ties (Snapees) for curly and kinky haired folks, has evolved into a fully-fledged product company with an education platform to support individuals on their natural hair journey. With more than 10 thousand members in its community, Swirly Curly Hair is looking to go even bigger in the next few years, as they contem...
Love Your Brown Skin (Jasmine Mobley)
May 24, 2023 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBPersonal care conversations/discussions for black and brown people are still largely dominated by hair care, but now we see more and more conversations about skin care concerns that are specific to people of color. Today we are focusing on a black-owned skincare brand that uses science-based solutions to address the needs specific to people of color and encourages us to Love Your Brown Skin. Beauty of the Nile is also a family business and Jasmine Mobley, my guest today, is a co-founder...
Beauty of the Nile with Jasmine Mobley (S6, E9)
May 24, 2023 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBPersonal care conversations/discussions for black and brown people are still largely dominated by hair care, but now we see more and more conversations about skin care concerns that are specific to people of color. Today we are focusing on a black-owned skincare brand that uses science-based solutions to address the needs specific to people of color and encourages us to Love Your Brown Skin. Beauty of the Nile is also a family business and Jasmine Mobley, my guest today, is a co-founder...
Thigpro (Intentionally Selfish) with Naketa Thigpen (S6, E8)
May 16, 2023 05:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBThere is so much available out there in the personal development space and if you are not careful, you will be taking a new course and following a new guru or coach every week. And so, this week, you will get a glimpse into what makes a good personal development curriculum from my guest, Naketa Thigpen, Founder and CEO of Thigpro Balance & Relationship Management Institute. She is on a mission to build stronger families and she encourages her clients (power couples and potent individuals...
Intentionally Selfish (Naketa Thigpen)
May 16, 2023 05:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBThere is so much available out there in the personal development space and if you are not careful, you will be taking a new course and following a new guru or coach every week. And so, this week, you will get a glimpse into what makes a good personal development curriculum from my guest, Naketa Thigpen, Founder and CEO of Thigpro Balance & Relationship Management Institute. She is on a mission to build stronger families and she encourages her clients (power couples and potent individuals...
Black Beauty Collective with Leslie Roberson (S6, E7)
May 09, 2023 03:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBThe idea to create Black Beauty Collective was planted 10 years ago and quickly became a project that was dear to founder and CEO, Leslie Roberson’s heart. The growing ownership and access disparities within the beauty industry posed a deep concern for her. For example, despite spending 9 times more than any other beauty product consumers, black ownership in the space only accounts for 2,5% . Creating a collective to ensure broader impact is Leslie’s solution to this deep-rooted issue. In ...
BLACK BEAUTY COLLECTIVE
May 09, 2023 03:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBThe idea to create Black Beauty Collective was planted 10 years ago and quickly became a project that was dear to founder and CEO, Leslie Roberson’s heart. The growing ownership and access disparities within the beauty industry posed a deep concern for her. For example, despite spending 9 times more than any other beauty product consumers, black ownership in the space only accounts for 2,5% . Creating a collective to ensure broader impact is Leslie’s solution to this deep-rooted issue. In ...
Changing Narratives with Wacy Zacarias and Djamila DeSousa (S6, E6)
May 02, 2023 04:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBToday we conclude our fashion conversations by visiting, Changing Narratives in Maputo, the capital city of Mozambique. Changing Narratives is the love child of Mozambican business and creative partners, Wacy Zacarias and Djamila DeSousa. These Mozambican textile and accessirues designers are on a mission to preserve traditional Mozambican and more broadly, African craft and knowledge through their brands, Karingana Textiles and Woogui. Wacy and Djamila started working together in 2015...
From Maputo With Love
May 02, 2023 04:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBToday we conclude our fashion conversations by visiting, Changing Narratives in Maputo, the capital city of Mozambique. Changing Narratives is the love child of Mozambican business and creative partners, Wacy Zacarias and Djamila DeSousa. These Mozambican textile and accessirues designers are on a mission to preserve traditional Mozambican and more broadly, African craft and knowledge through their brands, Karingana Textiles and Woogui. Wacy and Djamila started working together in 2015...