Colour Out The Box

ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… As always this is Mo! just a quick update on what's going on with the podcast. I will be back with an all new season soon...... hopefully by the end of March, with new guests, some familiar voices and as always great conversation. In the meantime listen to the latest episode of ESN Podcast, where I'm a special guest, discussing the latest news and pop culture happenings. Click Here: https://linktr.ee/esnpodcast "Episode 345 : The Savoury Liquorice Episode (Feat. Mo)" Continue to follow Colour Out The Box, don't be shy and say hi on socials, I would love to hear from you. RATE & REVIEW wherever you like to listen to podcasts. | JOIN THE DISCUSSION | (Hashtag) #ColourOutTheBox (Twitter: @colouroutthebox): https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/ (Instagram: @colouroutthebox): https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ (WEBSITE/ BLOG): https://colouroutthebox.com

Welcome to Colour Out The Box podcast, Insecure Wine & Debrief SEASON FINALE. Each week Mo is joined by a guest to discuss and break down the latest Insecure HBO episode. Insecure is ending so Mo and Jay have come together to recap, the final EVER episode of the TV Show insecure. Here at Colour Out The Box we have talked about this show from the beginning so we had to discuss the final episode. We explore the true love story between Issa and Molly. We explore a multiverse of alternative endings. Our own self-development, friendship and growth. Did Issa choose right? Representation of Black women and Black love on TV. Including a quick review about about; "Harlem on Prime", "Run the World", "Twenties" and "I May Destroy You". The comparisons to other shows such as "Sex And The City", also "And Just Like That" - TIMESTAMP (56:15) ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… *ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jay: Instagram: https://instagram.com/saikiriartguide?igshid=1wd4njqssxoby | JOIN THE

Welcome to Colour Out The Box podcast, Insecure Wine & Debrief. Each week Mo is joined by a guest to discuss and break down the latest Insecure HBO episode. So we are going to talk about and recap the first two episodes of season 5. But as we have a fashion expert in the house, in this special episode lets break down the wardrobe and fashion choices, because the outfits are really outfitting. A discussion around imposter syndrome and compromising your creative vision ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… *ABOUT OUR GUEST: Angela Baidoo ... "I am a Fashion Trend Forecaster and Futures Strategist that also considers herself an industry insider. I have lead the creative direction of fashion teams at high street brands, consulted at renowned global trend agencies, and developed my product development skills at the luxury level of the market. My love of sharing knowledge also led me to become a professional mentor for the next generation of young creatives, while creating tre

#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… Mo is Joined by co-host Jay.   On the podcast we discuss, Black History Month, we talk about how the corporate/ work world is acknowledging Black History Month in the UK this year. Our thoughts on Channel 4 Black To Front programme schedule, including the reality show Highlife and the different types of representation on TV. We explore the question of do we need a Black History Month going forward? We talk about our actives and events we have attended, including: Film screening for “The Harder They Fall” staring Idris Elba, Jonathan Majors and Regina King. The Black Pound Day pop-up shop, Black Owned Hackney Market. Supporting Black Owned business, especially outside of food and beauty. A quick diversion into cultural appropriation, but we also take the opportunity to highlight Black talent. As mentioned on the podcast: @MNEK Twitter Thread of Black British Women artists: https://twitter.com/MNEK/status/1446391887368183813?s=20     #Col

Welcome to Colour Out The Box podcast, Insecure Wine & Debrief. Each week Mo is joined by a guest to discuss and break down the latest Insecure HBO episode. As Insecure is returning for its final season Mo and Jay have come together to recap, the previous seasons 1-4. Re-visit all the messy goings on from Molly, Issa and Lawrence and friends. We have watched the show from the beginning so have our sometimes problematic views changed? (That’s growth). Can a relationship recover after cheating, ghosting and awkward mirror raps? Will Molly and Issa be able to mend their friendship? We break down our thoughts on the on the previous seasons, while exploring the themes and relating to our own personal experiences and share stories. #ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… *ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jay: Instagram: https://instagram.com/saikiriartguide?igshid=1wd4njqssxoby | JOIN THE DISCUSSION | (Hashtag) #ColourOutTheBox (Twitter: @colouroutthebox): https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/

#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… Mo is Joined by Nathan DJ and music lover.   This week it is a music conversation, we asked “Is it time to retire the likes of Biggie and Tupac from the greatest of all time conversation?” Could someone really dethrone the legend of Whitney Houston or compete vocally with Mariah (no middle name) Carey? We explore how the streaming  has changed how we buy music. Thoughts and feelings on posthumous albums, including Aaliyah and Prince. The community around Black Radio, why we miss Choice FM and highlighting new platforms such as No Signal online radio. Initial thoughts on Cheryl Cole hosting an RnB show.   ABOUT OUR GUEST:* (Website)  https://www.mixcloud.com/nathanielyakins/ (Instagram @dj_impulse) https://www.instagram.com/dj_impulse/ (Twitter: @DJImpulseV1) https://twitter.com/DJImpulseV1 (Previous Podcast Episode: Kings of RnB Epsiode) https://colouroutthebox.com/2019/10/is-this-your-king-of-rnb-episode-54/   | JOIN THE DISCUSSION |**

#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… Mo is back from her “hiatus”   On this mini-episode Mo is back to talk about what has been going since the podcast was put on hold. An honest conversation about the realities of podcasting, also the challenges of job hunting in the pandemic. Touch upon pretty privilege and brief tangent into representation on TV, including why we need to divest from the Love Island.……………………..   Highlight of the week: ESN Radio podcast “Lauryn Hill Episode” https://open.spotify.com/episode/2EdXb6sATJKIb8T2EVtspy?si=e6853ec651714087   THE PODCAST WILL BE BACK NEXT WEEK WITH A FULL EPISODE!   Sources mentioned in podcast: /YouTube: I DON'T Have Pretty Privilege. And That Sucks (Oh Stephco): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvHJHiIUbvA / Highlife https://www.channel4.com/press/news/first-look-cast-new-docuality-series-highlife / Peckham's Finest https://www.itv.com/presscentre/press-releases/peckhams-finest     *JOIN THE DISCUSSION: (Hashtag) #ColourOutTheBo

#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… Mo is Joined by guest Ronke Lawal, PR and Communications Specialists. This week we talk creativity and explore the culture. * MAIN TOPIC: Ronke talks about dealing with a PR crisis, old tweets, brand miss-steps and the right way to make a public apology. Listener Warning and timestamp: (12:00) to (17:30) we touch upon the recent Noel Clarke sexual harassment allegations in the media industry. Daniel Kaluuya Oscar Win and Diaspora Identity: Is his award a win for Black Brits or his home country of Uganda? Can we claim our parent’s country or are we just British? Performative displays of your culture and the importance of feeling comfortable and authentic. Dreaming Whilst Black BBC TV Show and web series, Black representation on UK TV & lessons learnt from Nollywood. HIGHLIGHT OF THE WEEK:* (1) Khadija Mbowe, YouTube Channel: video essays on various topics and explores race, feminism, colourism and intersectionality in a very acce

#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… Mo is Joined by fintech Professional and Londoner, Lara Legros. This week we talk “Life” Dating in a post lockdown, pandemic world. We explore re-learning social interactions and combating social anxiety. Dating with purpose and finding real advice (not from Kevin Samuels and Derrick Jaxn). A frank conversation about how your racial identity can affect your dating prospects. How do we self-identify race, culture and ethnicity, also how that can differ depending upon where you are in the world. Lara gives an honest account of her feelings on the label of “mixed-raced” vs “Black”. Moving to London or any major city and as an immigrant and the difficulty of finding your tribe/ community, within a city that is not always welcoming. Both Mo and Lara talk about the “Race Report” commissioned by the UK Government and chaired by Tony Sewell. The discussion centres around Institutional Racism within the UK. Highlight of the week: (1) The film/ m

#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture……    This episode is the first “Stories In Colour”, a collection of conversations and stories from some of my favourite guests, packaged neatly in this special episode. Let me know what you think and maybe I will do some more lost tapes episodes.   We have Alex, who is writer and our resident film expert,  we recorded well over a year ago, pre-pandemic and she talked about her decision to leave London UK and travel across the world and live in Korea.  I hope to have Alex on again to talk about living in a Korea as Black women, including culture, dating, food, work and more #BlackWomenTravel     Jumoke is always great guest having lived and worked both in Nigeria and the UK. But this was a great conversation about how we met and didn’t like each other. Explore adult friendship and applying love languages to your friendship groups. Jumoke Adekunle, Brand and Retail Consultant, https://ng.linkedin.com/in/jumoke-adekunle-4080b867 Instagra

#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture……  This week we explore our “Creativity” and Mo is Joined by guest Christian Azolan, digital artist.   Christian gives a candid account about creating an art business in pandemic, “pivoting” and remaining “nimble” in challenging times. Sharing his influences and walks us through the creative process. An honest conversation about life after redundancy and having the space to explore your true passion. The pressure on Black artists to produce “Black Art” and the duo explore what that actually means.     About our guest Christian Azolan:  Digital Art, prints and website: https://christianazolan.co.uk/ Instagram @christianazolanillustrations: https://www.instagram.com/christianazolanillustrations/     Important Links & Highlight of the Week:  Short film Third Act, available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywRj-JYeOAc Check out the Blog: A Challenge Worth Accepting, Shola Illustration: https://colouroutthebox.com/2020/08/a-chal

#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… Mo is Joined be May (@MsMay213) This Episode contains spoilers This week we discuss “The Culture” Quick update as to what has been going on while the podcast has been on hiatus. Meghan and Harry, Oprah interview and the UK press (5:10). “Namaste Wahala”, the Netflix film where Bollywood and Nollywood collide (20:40) For the culture we breakdown the Netflix mini-series “Behind Her Eyes” and the importance of minding your business and how that ending left us shocked (30:35) Finally our initial thoughts on Coming 2 America 2, as part of highlight of the week. Important Links: Colour Out The Box Blog: “Learning in Lockdown” by May: Learning in Lockdown & Supporting Parenting in a Pandemic - COLOUR OUT THE BOX Join the discussion: #ColourOutTheBoxTwitter: @colouroutthebox: https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/ Instagram: @colouroutthebox: https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ Visit the newly updated website: http://colouroutthebox.

Colour Out the Box, podcast is returning, Monday 8th March 2021 Subscribe, share and comment. Visit the newly updated website: http://colouroutthebox.com Twitter: @colouroutthebox: https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox Instagram: @colouroutthebox: https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ On each episode, host Mo is joined by a guest for honest open conversation. We cover everything from the complexities of relationships, absurd happenings in pop-culture or even pondering identify and what it means to be Black, British and African. Just a few of the topics, we open up for discussion giving our personal perspective.

Demi Harper is back to talk with Mo. We talk about Will Smith, Jada Pinkett Smith, August Alsina and that “Red Table Talk”. Exploring entanglements and power dynamics in relationships. Demi gives his viewpoint about Black creatives, supporting Black business and empowering our spending power. Life after lockdown, with many of us facing unemployment, coming back from furlough and adjusting to the new normal post Covid-19, we discuss next steps, whilst still managing your mental health and well-being. About our guest co-host Demi Harper, Brand Strategists: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_demiharper/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/_demiharper Website: https://www.demiharper.com/ Link to ebook: https://demiharper.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=694b56624da888dca3fb215f9&id=b599181efc Resources mentioned during the podcast: @jgwellbeing Sharing daily quotes to help with mental wellbeing: https://www.instagram.com/jgwellbeing/ / Black Minds Matter U.K: https://www.blackmindsmatteruk.com / BOOK: “Quiet”

New from myself Mo and Stav, The Expansion Podcast https://linktr.ee/theexpansionpod SUBSCRIBE, LISTEN & SHARE..... Available on your favourite podcast platforms. Welcome to The Expansion Podcast, the podcast for podcasters and lovers of the audio space, hosted by Stav (@StavrosBoss) 1/5th of the “Eloquently Saying Nothing Podcast” and Mo (@moactuallyUK) the founder behind “Colour Out The Box Podcast and Blog”. The two have come together to host a show for your audio entertainment. Trying to start your own podcast, already have a show you want to take to the next level or simply interested in taking a peek behind the audio curtain, then this is a show for you. Mo and Stav talk Money, Audio and Content, whilst sharing their personal, sometimes conflicting takes, joined by some very familiar podcaster voices from your favourite shows. Find the Expansion Pod on all socials Twitter @TheExpansionPod Instrgram @TheExpansionPod If you are a podcaster that wants to be featured on the show, contact us on social m

Mo, Jay and Bim discuss HBO Insecure, in their post-show “Wine Down” We break down our thoughts on the episode finale, while exploring the themes and relating to our own personal experiences and share stories. Mo and Jay explore the true love story of the show, that is the friendship between Issa and Molly, whilst predicting if Issa and Lawrence will ever get back together. Check out our Insecure Music Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3XdgcE0dGeX33vPL4PDjy0?si=wiGdwI_qSPqaBSS4Frbbyw This episode was recorded remotely as we all continue with Social Distancing and Self-Quarantine, Stay Home and Stay Safe. RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Guest co-host: Jay: Instagram: https://instagram.com/saikiriartguide?igshid=1wd4njqssxoby “#ColourOutTheBox” Visit the newly updated website:http://colouroutthebox.com Twitter: @colouroutthebox: https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox Instagram: @colouroutthebox: https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ Email us your thoughts, f

EP.72 The “Strong” Black Woman Trope, damaging or empowering? Mo is joined by guest May, returnee guest co-host. We talk about Black Lives Matter being on the world agenda as protests continue globally, including London and around the UK. Discussing race with work colleagues and the pressure to be the black representative. The main discussion centers around the stereotype and trope of the “Strong Black Women”. We explore the origins and how the stereotype can be damaging to black women’s wellbeing. Including medical bias and the risk in child birth. We look at examples in the media and how we are perceived by others around us. Referencing public figures such as Viola Davis, Kerry Washington, Issa Rae and more. Resources mentioned during the podcast: Amanda Wright “The problem with the strong black woman stereotype' BBC short documentary” https://www.bbc.co.uk/ideas/videos/the-problem-with-the-strong-black-woman-stereotype/p07sbxv9 The Take ”The Strong Black Woman Trope, Explained” https://www.youtube.com/w

Mo and Jay, discuss HBO Insecure, in their post-show “Wine Down” We break down our thoughts on the episode (Season 4, Episode 6), while exploring the themes and relating to our own personal experiences and share stories. Mo and Jay explore the true love story of the show, that is the friendship between Issa and Molly, whilst predicting if Issa and Lawrence will ever get back together. Check out our Insecure Music Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3XdgcE0dGeX33vPL4PDjy0?si=wiGdwI_qSPqaBSS4Frbbyw This episode was recorded remotely as we all continue with Social Distancing and Self-Quarantine, Stay Home and Stay Safe. RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Guest co-host: Jay: Instagram: https://instagram.com/saikiriartguide?igshid=1wd4njqssxoby “#ColourOutTheBox” Visit the newly updated website:http://colouroutthebox.com Twitter: @colouroutthebox: https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox Instagram: @colouroutthebox: https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ Email us your

Mo is joined by guest Davida, of Wonders of Wanders, who talks blogging , travel and more: “Wonders of Wanders is for those who love stories, authentic connections and serendipitous encounters.” We discuss the growing cost of living in London and the impact of Transport For London (TFL) Bailout. The mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said: “Public transport must now be the last resort.” Dating in lockdown: Virtual dates and Social Distancing romantic meet-ups. About guest co-host Davida: Website: http://wondersofwanders.com | Twitter: https://twitter.com/wondersowanders | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wondersowanders/ | Facebook: Wonders of Wanders Resources mentioned during the podcast: Belly Mujinga https://www.change.org/p/govia-thameslink-justice-for-belly-mujinga / Remote podcasting twitter thread / https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/status/1260892435107979265?s=20 / The Barbershop Chronicles https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNxfr9tSsSc&t=793s / This episode was recorded remotely as we all co

Mo and Jay, discuss HBO Insecure, in their post-show “Wine Down” We break down our thoughts on the episode (Season 4, Episode 3), while exploring the themes and relating to our own personal experiences and share stories. Check out our Insecure Music Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3XdgcE0dGeX33vPL4PDjy0?si=9PhnqFnHRdiyYemaf_nDYw This episode was recorded remotely as we all continue with Social Distancing and Self-Quarantine, Stay Home and Stay Safe. RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Guest co-host: Jay: Instagram: https://instagram.com/saikiriartguide?igshid=1wd4njqssxoby “#ColourOutTheBox” Visit the newly updated website:http://colouroutthebox.com Twitter: @colouroutthebox: https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox Instagram: @colouroutthebox: https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the newly updated website: http://colouroutthebox.com