In Other News - The Podcast

The evolution of the skincare industry has been huge, and with a process that started off as just washing and creaming, is now a routine that can consists of up to 7 steps, and requires different products for day, night, climate and stage in life.

To close out 2023, we had conversation with BBC 1Xtra Presenter Richie Brave.

Host of 1Xtra talks, we invited him to put the shoe on the other foot and talk to us about his lifes' journey to date, whether how we grow up is a product of nature or nurture, his raving days, the importance of holding space for uncommon voices, and what his one miracle wish would be.

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They say friends are the family you choose, and Nina and Ruths' friendship represents that deeply. After meeting at fitness class, what started as the smile across the room has transitioned into a sisterhood that represents the depth and authenticity of true connection.

Having been by each other's side during in the mountains and valleys of life, Ruth and Nina join In Other News The Podcast to discuss the genesis of their friendship, how true sisterhood is defined for them, friendship transitions, their unsung qualities, weekly affirmations and much more!

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Hoping you’ve listened to part 1? If not, please go back because here we delve deeper into her presenting career. We reflect on where it all started and also lean into a conversation about her faith journey - as a Christian. A side of Henrie we were excited to unpack as she brings her faith to life by connecting Bible stories to men in the club wearing Rolex's!

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Broadcaster, DJ and Fun beb - KISS Fresh Presenter Henrie Kwushue joins us for a 2-part special of In Other News The Podcast. In part 1, we drive down memory lane and literally talk driving, her upbringing, family dynamics, school life and her entry into the world of radio. Henrie’s dynamic personality and early years are a clear sign that building a career around music and conversations was the direction she was destined towards.

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2023 is here and like every new year, it’s an opportunity to think about the version of yourself you want to be. This is often a time to think about old habits to get rid of and new experiences to inherit. The first episode of the year features Author and Psychotherapist Laura-Jayne.

We discuss the various therapy styles, why giving advice isn’t always advisable, being the hero, victim and villain in your life, her book, setting and honouring boundaries and so much more! If you were waiting for a sign to explore therapy this year - take this as your sign. 

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TMPL - coined as "Self-care for the Mandem" is a self care brand that puts the skincare and wellness needs of black and brown men at the forefront.   

We caught up with founders Adam + Raph to discuss the genesis of their friendship, how life aligned them to business, the birth of TMPL, what self care historically looked like for them, knowing your expertise in business, and randomly what their favourite food condiment is!

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As we wrap up this instalment of "The Living Room", in this final episode moment, we discuss imposter syndrome, being equip to do 'the job', industry lessons, self belief and others believing in you and what the "big dream" is.

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The conversation continues with Jan Genesis and this week, we discuss some specifics around the Global Citizen festival. Using examples from supporting his brother when he used to rap in his teenage years, Jan explains the significance of having people hype you up and how that affects overall performance. We also touch on mentorship and how that has played into his career progression and also what “success” looks for him and the team.

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Jan Genesis is one of the UK's most established Multi-Camera Directors and has a wealth of experience under his belt. Starting off the journey as an Intern at Bloomberg to having recently wrapped up the Global Citizen festival, the journey is a remarkable example of continuing to push and put yourself forward for the opportunities you want.

This #blackhistorymonth we’re spotlighting the journey thus far with a 4-part series of the journey so far. This is part 1.

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There is an abundance of information about health and wellness available, and post pandemic life has meant that everyone has taken a deeper analysis of their lifestyle. Whether it’s increasing our physical movement, opting for healthier options food wise, getting more rest or doing things that aid to a better quality of life, there’s a number of factors that contribute to healthy living.

This episode, we talk to health and wellness advocate Jeffrey Boadi about how health is about so much more than what is on our plates. How does what we do now health wise lead to a much more optimum performing and enjoyable life? Does sleep matter? Should the world adopt a plant based diet? What is a circadian clock? Jeffrey answers these questions and more.

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Does freedom of speech still exist? In a time where everyone has the right to share their views but can be penalised about sharing it, it can feel like we're at a loss either way.

Education and schooling is at the heartbeat of Britain’s crisis right now, and in the midst of a global pandemic, home-schooling as turned from being an option for 'the wealthy and the woke' to a necessity for everyone. 

With students in education returning back after months of lessons from home, we talk to traveller and educator Natalie Cole about the barriers in education, the importance of representation, being black in education in the Middle East, teaching through a pandemic and much more!

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Having collectively been friends for 25 years +, this week, I sat down with a group of my best friends to continue to discussion on friendship. Managing relationships is often one of the life's hardest but most rewarding responsibilities and in this episode, we discuss why we think our friendship has stood the test of time, childhood memories, what we admire about one another, where it all began and much more!

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Tula Leanne is fashion brand that creates hand-made accessories from cross cultural fabrics, and this month in honour of International Friends Day at the end of the month, I'll be talking to a selection of my friends about business, friendship and life.

In this episode, Tula shares her journey into fashion industry, entrepreneurial highs and lows. the importance of being a sponge in all environments, what running her own business has taught her so far and much more!

This is a full and authentic take on equality and womanhood. The journey of this conversation moves between equality and the lack thereof, ways to tip the scales, allies, inspiring women in our lives, how we would define sisterhood and more! Special guests include:

In this episode, we discuss whether choosing someone black was a conscious decision for these couples, what black love feels like how and the couples would describe their relationships in one word/phrase.

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In honour of Valentine’s Day, we sat down with 3 couples at different stages in relationships. Boyfriend and girlfriend, Remel London and Coryell, engaged couple Rez Marino and Jade Chanel, and married couple Amani and Ashleigh Simpson. In this episode, we went right back to the beginning and talked how each couple met, first dates (and outfits), initial attraction, and misconceptions of each stage in relationship. This was a full and transparent conversation and I'm sure you'll learn a whole lot from these couples.

Written by Multiple Sclerosis Fighter, Terri-Louise Brown, ‘Paralysis to Heels - The Beautiful Struggle’ is a mini biography about the life of a black millennial woman's fight a historically incurable illness.

On Saturday 8th February 2020, Terri-Louise Brown is hosting a book launch and ahead of the event, we sat down with Terri to tip the iceberg on the book’s message, the mental affects of living with such an illness, what guests can look forward to on Saturday and more!

From hiking up the hollywood hills and mansion parties, the LA ladies are back with part 2 of our conversation.

For the final episode of our #MentalHealthAwareness series, we bought back our resident male co-host, Darren Assiamah to support this conversation around body image. Our guests on this episode are Co-Founder of Finer Fitness and Professional Personal Trainer Jonathan Mulonso, and Founder of Drummer Boy Studios and 56 Black Men, Cephas Williams. 

We chatted body dysmorphia, their core values as black men, the affects of negative stereotyping, what they love about being black men and loads more! 

Part 2 of the mental health discussion featured the ladies, and so does part 3! The ladies talked specifically about the projects and businesses they run and are a part of, and the continuation of the conversation breaks down how following trends can be problematic and unhealthy, how they would define self love to their 15 year-old selves and titles of our mixtapes. 

Episode 5 of the In Other News podcast features BBC Newsbeat, Radio One and 1Xtra Presenter, Nesta McGregor. 

To celebrate International Women’s Day, this month’s episode features 3 incredible women, Events Producer - Mori Abdul, Author and Poet - Sarah Aluko, and Property Investor - Natasha Spence for one girl chat. We talk anxieties, sisterhood, relationships and mixtape titles.  

Welcome to our first episode of the in Other News podcast, hosted by the Founding Editor of in Other News, Candace Oxley. in Other News is an online news platform that shares inspiring stories and positive Black British news. 

Our first episode features Myla-Rae Hutchinson-Dunwell, the breakout child actress from Idris Elba’s new film Yardie. We sat with Myla-Rae to talk about her time on set, her favourite subjects at school, family life and what advice she would give to other little girls just like her all over the world.