Every L Podcast

Ep 24 | From Solitude to Solidarity: My Journey Beyond Abandonment 🚀 feat. Chioma Fanawopo

Welcome to a riveting episode of the Every L Podcast, where every setback is a setup for a major comeback! 🌟 This week, we delve into a powerful journey "From Solitude to Solidarity: My Journey Beyond Abandonment," sharing a tale of transformation, resilience, and the undying human spirit. Join us as our incredible guest, Chioma, takes us through her personal odyssey from feeling abandoned to finding a profound sense of belonging and purpose. 🚀
In this episode, we cover the raw emotions of facing life's hurdles head-on, the process of healing through therapy, and the magic of turning personal challenges into a mission to empower others. Chioma, an award-winning youth practitioner, opens up about the pivotal moments that shaped her into the advocate for diversity, inclusion, and mental health she is today. 🌈
But that's not all! We also dive into the importance of community support, self-expression, and standing firm in your identity despite the odds. This conversation is a testament to the power of sharing our stories, learning from our L's (losses), and transforming them into lessons that propel us forward. 📚
Ready to be inspired? Hit play and join us on this journey of empowerment, healing, and solidarity. Don't forget to Rate, Follow, and Rate to join our growing community of listeners who find strength in vulnerability and courage in sharing. Your every L is a step towards a greater victory! 🌟 #EveryLPodcast #PersonalJourney #MentalHealth #Challenges #SelfExpression #Empowerment #CommunitySupport
#Therapy #RacialAwareness #DomesticViolence #Inclusivity #DiversityAndInclusion
A bit more about Chioma:
I am a mother of 2 boys: 18 and 11 years. I am an Award-winning and Forbes Featured practitioner with over 18 years of experience supporting young people and their families. In addition, I am an Educator, Well-being Practitioner emphasising promoting positive mental health for the whole family. I am also a mentor to young adults, a speaker, a coach, a former school governor, and a trustee of Girls Brigade Ministries. In addition, I am a youth mental health first aider. I am writing a book on anti-racism.

Ep 23 | From Trust to Betrayal: Coping with Infidelity feat. Jason RT

In this episode of Every L Podcast, Jason shares his experience of being cheated on by his girlfriend of six years and how it affected him emotionally. He also discusses his habit of wearing a hood and how it has become part of his identity, challenging the negative stereotype associated with black men wearing hoods. We discuss seeking help and support when dealing with difficult situations and the importance of expressing emotions, including crying, as a healthy way to process difficult experiences.
A bit more about Jason:
A critical thinker/writer and business owner of Darkside Rum Punch.
The (D)edicated, (A)ctive, (R)espected, (K)ind, (S)ophisticated, (I)independent, (D)imensional, (E)ducated Don
 
Socials:
Blog - jason-rt.com
IG - @_jasonrt
Twitter - @Jason_R_T
Business page - darksiderumpunch.com
IG/Twitter/TikTok  @darksiderumpunch (on all platforms)

Ep 22 | Letting Go of Milestones: A Journey to Happiness and Contentment feat. Atinuke Awe

In this episode of Every L Podcast, I interview Tinuke (Atinuke), the founder of Mums and Tea and Five X More, two platforms that provide support and resources for black mothers. Tinuke shares her experiences of motherhood, including her son's autism diagnosis, and how it prompted her to prioritize family over career success. She discusses the pressure she felt to achieve certain milestones by a certain age and the societal expectations that caused her stress and anxiety. Tinuke encourages listeners to embrace their journey and not compare themselves to others and shares the importance of taking care of oneself and finding a support system. The episode also touches on Tinuke's work with FiveXMore and the importance of improving maternal health outcomes for black women. Overall, Tinuke's story highlights the value of accepting life's twists and turns and finding joy in the journey
A bit more about Atinuke:
Tinuke is a mother of two children aged 4 and 2. She is the founder of Learning with Ez - specialising in diverse educational resources for children as well as Mums & Tea - a social platform aimed at connecting Black mums together. She is also the co-founder of Five X More CIC - an organisation campaigning for Black maternal health outcomes in the UK.
All in all, Black motherhood/ parenthood is important to Tinuke and creating spaces and resources to help with the advancement of the community means everything to her.
Tinuke was named a ‘Force for Change’ by British Vogue in 2021, a ‘Woman changing the World’ by the Evening Standard for International Women’s Days in 2022 and has been featured in a number of newspapers and channels speaking on subjects such as diversity and inclusion, autism and Black maternal health.
IG: @Tinukeawe & @fivexmore_

Ep 21 | Breaking Stereotypes: The Journey towards Self-Acceptance feat. King Cas Ajani

In this episode, King shares his story of growing up in a large and often opinionated household that didn't always allow him to freely express himself. Hear him tell us about his childhood traumas and how he now views those around him who may have contributed towards them. Join us in this very personal and eye-opening conversation to challenge your thoughts on how we treat those that we say we love.I hope you enjoy the conversation and are encouraged to know you are not alone in your struggles and even though it may seem like a setback at the moment it doesn't mean this can't be a setup for something greater.Follow me IG and Twitter: @everyLpodcastEmail: everylpod@gmail.com for enquiries and feedbackPlease rate and leave a review :-)A bit more about King:King Cas Ajani is an artist, producer, author, director, songwriter, youth mentor and advocate for young people's emotional well-being. He was raised in South London and the Zimbabwean-born creative has been keeping busy over the past couple of years! After keeping his head down during what he dubbed his "cocoon years", in 2020 he released a powerful short film called "What Happened to Karen?" Which hit 100k views on YouTube after just 7 days and has been nominated in the "Best Short Film Category by the UK Entertainment Awards 2021. King Cas' journey through entertainment is only getting more interesting as he continues to produce music, write films and hit the stage as a host and performer again.Twitter and IG@AjanikingdomPodcast: Zero to Zen

Ep 20 | Love, Sacrifice, and Vulnerability: A Recipe for Strong Relationships feat. Riccy Mitchell

Join me as I chat with Riccy who takes us through his journey of love and sacrifice. Riccy shares how he and his wife took a break from each other, what he did during that time and why it was necessary. He also offers his perspective on therapy and if it is worth investing in. Don't miss this inspiring story of overcoming hardships.I hope you enjoy the conversation and are encouraged to know you are not alone in your struggles and even though it may seem like a setback at the moment it doesn't mean this can't be a setup for something greaterFollow me IG and Twitter: @everyLpodcastEmail: everylpod@gmail.com for enquiries and feedbackPlease rate and leave a review :-)A bit more about Riccy:Riccy Mitchell is a singer-songwriter with an acoustic soulful/indie sound.Storytelling is at the heart of his songs; drawing songwriting inspiration from the likes of Donny Hathaway & Joni Mitchell, he blends the sonics of roots percussion with the anthemic sounds of western indie, effectively creating a cocktail of soulful tones centred around memorable acoustic guitars & pianos.Riccy has been working as a writer for various UK artists and has spent time on the road singing for some of his peers, such as Emeli Sande, Michael Kiwanuka, and Jake Isaac, and was also given the opportunity to open for soul diva and legend Jocelyn Brown.As self-proclaimed “Mr Polarity”, Riccy is toeing the line of NHS community support staff by day and a prolific songwriter & artist by night.IG: @riccymitchell

Ep 19 | Rising Above Corporate Limitations: My Journey to Creative Freedom feat. LaTasha James

LaTasha and I have an open and honest conversation about her journey. We discuss being passed over for jobs despite being highly qualified, coping with the death of a loved one, trying to find solace in alcohol and how her name was something she tried to stylise to fit in. Join us for an insightful and thought-provoking conversation.I hope you enjoy the conversation and are encouraged to know you are not alone in your struggles and even though it may seem like a setback, at the moment, it doesn't mean this can't be a setup for something greater.Follow me IG and Twitter: @everyLpodcastEmail: everylpod@gmail.com for enquires and feedbackPlease rate and leave a review :-)A bit more about LaTasha:Latasha James is the Founder and Creative Director of James + Park, a social-first video marketing firm serving startups and tech clients across the globe, as well as The Online Business Launch Lab, an education platform for freelancers and creative entrepreneurs. Through her courses, YouTube, and podcast content, Latasha has encouraged thousands of people to start and scale online businesses.IG: @thelatashajamesTwitter: @thelatashajamesTiktok: thelatashajames

Ep 18 | The Passion and Persistence Behind Ethan The Fox’s Creation feat. Stephen Cummins

Stephen joins me to share his experience of creating Ethan The Fox, an eco-friendly teething toy. Stephen shares how and why he came up with the idea for Ethan The Fox, the journey travelled from concept to distribution, the highs when people first saw the product and the lows when his business failed due to a big client going bankrupt who owed him loads of money. Stephen shares how he navigated this stage in life, the impact it was having on his mental health, his relationship with his wife and his living arrangements. This is a very honest conversation and is the first time this is being shared publicly.I hope you enjoy the conversation and are encouraged to know you are not alone in your struggles and even though it may seem like a setback at the moment it doesn't mean this can't be a setup for something greater.Follow me IG and Twitter: @everyLpodcastEmail: everylpod@gmail.com for enquiries and feedbackPlease rate and leave a review :-)A bit more about Stephen:I’m a proud father to Fern and Art, happy husband to Sarah, and co-founder and designer of the multi-award-winning Ethan the fox teething toy. Whilst staying with family in Australia in 2016 our daughter Fern discovered a teddy fox in the family home we were staying in. She constantly played with it and loved and adored it. Sarah’s young nephew – whose fox it was – saw how much she loved it and gave it to Fern for keeps. It was this teddy Fox that served as the inspiration for a Fox teething toy. When it came to giving the Fox a name, it seemed only appropriate we named it after Sarah’s nephew “Ethan”.It’s been a journey full of twists and turns, and ups and downs. We’re really proud of Ethan, and he really does feel like part of the family as he’s been there from the beginning with my kids, but it’s about time he paid his way.IG: @EthanTheFox

Ep 17 | Breaking the Silence: Navigating Grief and Loss as a Father feat. Donald Mbeutcha

In this episode of Every L Podcast, we discuss the power of community, kindness, and breaking the silence around grief and loss. My guest, Donald,  shares his personal story of losing a child and struggling with suicidal thoughts. We explore the importance of seeking help and finding support from others who have gone through similar experiences. We also discuss the impact of grief on relationships and ways to honour and remember lost loved ones. 
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A bit more about Donald:
Donald Mbeutcha is a Father of five, and co-founder of the Fatherhood Awards Uk, part of the Best of Africa Awards team. He sits on a number of trustee boards notably Beyond Equality and the race equality foundation.
Unfortunately, He lost one of his daughters during his wife's pregnancy. An experience which was detrimental to his mental health.
Donald has used this experience and his passion for the black community to tackle some hard-hitting topics surrounding men’s mental health at work, being a dad, and dealing with baby loss.
Donald believes businesses need to do more to support their employees, as the pandemic has reminded us that our physical and mental health is just as important as a career. Donald does this as part of his role as a trustee for Beyond Equality and has advised for King's College, Facebook, Twitter, Jojo Maman Bebe, and Deloitte to name but a few.

Ep 16 | Tough Love: Overcoming Loss and Resilience in Business and Life feat. Samantha Johnson

I sit down with Sam to discuss her experience of obsessing over deadlines and how it impacted her quality of life. We then dive into Sam's heartbreaking story as she shares how she coped learning hearing the news of the loss of her dad and how she managed to move forward in life after such a traumatic event.I hope you enjoy the conversation and are encouraged to know you are not alone in your struggles and even though it may seem like a setback at the moment it doesn't mean this can't be a setup for something greater.Follow me IG and Twitter: @everyLpodcastEmail: everylpod@gmail.com for enquires and feedbackPlease rate and leave a review :-)A bit more about Sam:Sam is a luxury wedding and event planner, mother of two teens, dog momma to three Frenchies, football mom, woman of Faith and a multiple business owner.Personal IG: @Samantha_Laurel_Eventfully Yours Wedding: @eventfully_yours_weddingsEventfully Yours Events: @eventfully_yours_

Ep 15 | Navigating Premature Birth: One Father’s Journey feat. Tristan Arnison

In this episode of the EveryL Podcast, I'm joined by Tristan, the husband of Hannah Arnison-Edwards. He shares his experience and perspective of going through a preemie journey as a dad. Tristan is here to give an insight into what it's like for him being a partner during pregnancy and birth, and to tell us what it was like when his baby arrived earlier than expected. Tune in to hear his story.Tristan has been kind enough to relive the pregnancy he and his wife went through prior to welcoming into the world their tiny little "moo`'I hope you enjoy the conversation and are encouraged to know you are not alone in your struggles and even though it may seem like a setback at the moment it doesn't mean this can't be a setup for something greater.Follow me IG and Twitter: @everyLpodcastEmail: everylpod@gmail.com for enquires and feedbackPlease rate and leave a review :-)A bit more about Tristan:Tristan Arnison is an Assistant Principal at The Henley College where he works along with his wife Hannah. Their now seven year old daughter was born nine weeks prematurely. Hannah has spoken before on Every L about the impact of this experience and Tristan gives his perspective on becoming a father and what this has meant for him.Tristan's IG:@doryphorus7