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The Talent Whisperer with Chipochedu PhiriTTW Episode 16 w/Kenny Roc Mumba, Film DirectorKenny Roc Mumba is an award winning and largely nominated Zambian born and raised Pan African Film Director. He has won and been nominated for numerous awards including being the first Zambian to win the prestigious Lourie award.
In this episode, Chipochedu and Kenny take us all the way to where it began, We learn of the journey taken to bring us to this exact moment where he directs Zambia’s first feature film feature, Can You See Us?
2023-09-0359 minThe Talent Whisperer with Chipochedu PhiriTTW Episode 15 w/ Linda Kasonde. Lawyer. Civil Rights Activist. Author.Linda Kasonde is a Lawyer and a Civil Rights Activist. She was the FIRST female President of the Law Association of Zambia, this is the role which thrust her into political leadership and the public eye. After this role, Linda founded LCK Chambers and Chapter One Foundation both of which sought to promote human rights and the rule of law in Zambia. Prior to this, Linda was the first female partner at an established and predominantly male dominated law-firm at only the age of 31!
Linda Kasonde has been practicing law for over twenty years and has been r...
2023-08-211h 05The Talent Whisperer with Chipochedu PhiriTTW Episode 14 w/Mulenga Udie Soko, Interior Architectural Designer & EntrepreneurMulenga Udie Soko is a remarkable individual with multiple roles – an Entrepreneur, Athlete, Sustainable Interior Architectural Designer, Content Creator, and a devoted Mum.
In this captivating episode, she delves into her background and shares how her mother's dedication to helping vulnerable children as a civil servant profoundly influenced her personal life and career choices.
This heartfelt conversation revolves around the power of unexpected events, which fueled her pursuit of goals with unparalleled passion.
As a proud mother of two babies – her daughter Aaliyah and her brand 'Saucy Muko...
2023-08-071h 20The Talent Whisperer with Chipochedu PhiriTTW Episode 13 w/ Lisa J. Alton. Author, Entrepreneur & Wellbeing Coach.Lisa J Alton is one of the world’s leading innovation and brand strategists, and an author of ‘The Hustle Hack’. She works with many of the globe’s biggest businesses and brands to help them re-invent and shape their strategies for success in the future world.
She has been featured by Entrepreneur magazine and is a host of the leading business platforms, Lisa is a successful entrepreneur and has owned many businesses. As a strategist, her experience spans across many brands, such as Vodafone, Coca-Cola and FIFA.
Lisa says her...
2023-07-2445 minThe Talent Whisperer with Chipochedu PhiriTTW Episode 12 w/Dr Grieve Chelwa, Director of Research at the Institute on Race, Power and Political Economy, New School.In this episode, we talk to Dr Grieve Chelwa. Dr Chelwa is the director of Research at the Institute on Race, Power and Political Economy at The New School, New York. Dr. Chelwa is also a Senior Fellow at Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research.
He has been a senior lecturer in economics at the University of Cape Town's Graduate School of Business, where he also served as the director of the MBA program Before joining the University of Cape Town, he was the inaugural postdoctoral fellow at the Center for African Studies at Harvard University.
Gr...
2023-07-101h 06The Talent Whisperer with Chipochedu PhiriTTW Episode 11 w/Mainza Nkomeshya Kawanu, The Urban Evangelist.TTW is back! Our very first guest this season is Mainza Nkomeshya
Kawanu, The Urban Evangelist. Mainza leads a successful Ministry and
Platform that empowers people, especially women to be the most authentic
version of themselves by being anchored in truth!
Mainza is also a Communications Specialist and has worked with renown
organisations such as the World Bank and the United Nations. She also
just recently bagged her Msc in Communications.
With highly successful events like the Truth High Tea, a podcast and
useful nuggets like Truth Tea, you do not want to miss this episode
where she shares...
2023-07-031h 15
The Trailblazers Experience PodcastEP10 CHIPO PHIRI : - The People connoisseur :- Global Director & The Talent Whisperer HostEpisode 10, My next guest is Chipochedu Phiri @chipochedu 10+ years experience as a people and strategic leader - in HR & Talent functions, building high-performing teams, scaling cultural, performance, and professional development strategies. She is currently the Global Director of Talent at the Up Energy Group. Prior to joining Up Energy, Chipo worked as a Partner at Shortlist, a leading Pan-African Executive Search firm based in Nairobi, Kenya.She is an Entrepreneur : Founder and Advisor of Talent House Limited and most recently with (Season 1 and 10 Episodes so far) as the Host and Creator of The Talent Whisperer Podcast.
2023-05-071h 11The Talent Whisperer with Chipochedu PhiriTTW Episode 10 w/Ruth Mooto - Founder & CEO, My Perfect Stitch. Panelist & Speaker.In our 10th episode, we talk to Ruth Mooto. Ruth is a fashion designer, a furniture maker, and an interior designer. Ruth is the Founder and CEO of My Perfect Stitch. A furniture and Interior design firm that designs amazing spaces for both corporate and homes through customised furniture and accessories
Ruth is an amazing storyteller who takes us through all the experiences that shaped her into the entrepreneur she is today. She gives us great insights and lessons in creativity, leading, and the attitude required for business longevity.
2023-05-011h 10The Talent Whisperer with Chipochedu PhiriTTW Episode 9 w/Ntola Obazee. Trading Director E-commerce & commercial C-Suite leader.In this episode, we talk to Ntola Obazee. She has over 20 years of
experience in commercial sales across all channels and has held senior
leadership positions in the UK and Europe with a focus on strategic
business development & market -entry methods across SMEs,
Omnichannel & vertical retailers.
This an amazing episode where Ntola shares her journey, and how against
all odds she has succeeded in becoming a commercial leader we look up
to! We discuss leadership lessons, the role of tech in creating
successful businesses, and the importance of podcasting.
Ntola is the host of The Trailblazers Experience Podcast, a...
2023-04-241h 02The Talent Whisperer with Chipochedu PhiriTTW Episode 8 w/Mary M Y Kazilimani. Holistic Life Coach, Founder & CEO of Resolutions Business HubIn this episode, we talk to Mary Mulenga YambaYamba Kazilimani. A
Holistic Life Coach and Psychologist who has spent the last decade
helping people become the best version of their true selves.
She is all about helping you BALANCE the different areas in your life so
you can thrive! We have a great conversation about her childhood and
her life before coaching. We talk about how the different stages in your
life can sometimes contribute to you forgetting who you are. A great
conversation on rediscovery and becoming the best you can be!
2023-04-171h 16The Talent Whisperer with Chipochedu PhiriTTW Episode 7 w/Mangiza Phiri Executive Leader, Regional Director and Mentor.In this episode, we talk to Mangiza Phiri. A proven and seasoned
business leader and executive with 19+ years of work experience with 10 +
years spent in leadership roles. Our host @chipochedu, gets to ask her
former boss questions she has always been curious about. We talk about his career journey, and the wins and mistakes made along the way.
Mangiza shares his thoughts on role models, mentorship, and coaching,
and the roles they play in anyone's growth and development. He also recommends a great reading list! You do not want to miss this
episode. Don’t forget to li...
2023-04-101h 27The Talent Whisperer with Chipochedu PhiriTTW Episode 6 w/ Dr. Lanre Olusola, The Catalyst , Founder and Chief Catalyst at OLCA Coaching AcademyIn this episode, we had the honour of talking to The Catalyst, Dr. Lanre Olusola. He is the Founder and Chief Catalyst at OLCA Coaching Academy - A Mind, Emotions, Behavioral, and Culture Transformation Academy, working with individuals and organizations to Transform Lives by Transforming Minds.
With over 2 decades of experience, he is renowned for pioneering the life coaching industry in Nigeria and creating the first wholly integrative coaching academy in West Africa. In the episode, Dr. Lanre takes us back to his childhood. We get to understand his keen sense of observation that...
2023-04-021h 02The Talent Whisperer with Chipochedu PhiriTTW Episode 5 w/Kamota Mayondi Mazombwe .CA, Writer, Business Development Lead, Yoga Instructor.In this episode, we talk to Kamota Mayondi Mazombwe, a Chartered
Accountant, writer, business development lead, and yoga instructor. When
God was handing out gifts, she kept coming back in line! Sis is
TALENTED!
We go down memory lane discussing how Kamota was always creative,
sometimes she forgot but always came back to her true self. We discuss
her journey, which was not always so easy, of becoming a chartered
accountant. She tells us how she made the pivot to business development
and has never looked back!.
Kamota tells us about how she got to believe she was special...
2023-03-271h 28The Talent Whisperer with Chipochedu PhiriTTW Episode 4 w/Sam Sakala (DOPE G) Rap artist, actor and entertainer.In this episode, we talk to Sam Sakala, also known as Dope G! Sam is a renowned Zambian entertainer. He is a rapper, an actor, and an all-around entertainer. He has had success as a solo artist, as a member of the Award-winning group Zone Fam and as an actor appearing in amazingly popular shows like Love Games, Fever, and most recently Zuba.
We discuss the artist journey, and the inspiring story of how he discovered his love for music and acting. A great conversation about what it is like to be a Zambian...
2023-03-191h 30The Talent Whisperer with Chipochedu PhiriTTW Episode 3 w/Cassandra Mhone. Brand & Communications Strategist, Marketing and Commercial Leader.In this episode, we talk to Cassandra Mhone. Cassie is a Commercial leader with a wealth of experience in sales strategies, building teams, and brand management. She really is the queen of Marketing Campaigns. Cassie’s story is one of resilience, will, and triumph! In this episode, Cassie shares how she overcame many obstacles to become the brazen Commercial Leader that she is today.
2023-03-121h 10The Talent Whisperer with Chipochedu PhiriTTW Episode 2 W/ Mable Mhango. Veterinary Doctor, Farmer and Real Estate EntrepreneurIn this episode, Mable shares her journey of starting out as a Veterinary Doctor and today being a successful farmer and real estate entrepreneur. Mable takes us back to where it all started. The process of finding a university that fits and somehow finding herself in the “right” school. We discuss the challenges of running a successful farm and some of the things she is yet to achieve. We discuss Mable’s passion for helping girls find themselves and how that might eventually lead to another call. Mable is a Veterinary Doctor, farmer, and real estate developer. In this episode of The...
2023-03-061h 32The Talent Whisperer with Chipochedu PhiriTTW Episode 1 W/ Pamela Chibwe. Founder & Head Stylist, Beauty Gardens Salon Lounge, and Le Closet BoutiqueIn this Episode, Chipochedu talks to Pamela Chibwe. Pam is the Founder, CEO, and Head Stylist for Beauty Gardens Salon Lounge & Le Closet Boutique.
We go all the way back to when she discovered her love for the service and beauty industry. How she co-founded her hair salon out of survival and how it eventually became a passion.
Chipochedu and Pamela discuss her 20-year career and the ups and downs of the beauty industry. They discuss how physical, spiritual, emotional, and mental health plays a key role in business lo...
2023-02-261h 31
The Talent Whisperer with Chipochedu PhiriIntroducing The Talent Whisperer with Chipochedu PhiriWhat is The Talent Whisperer Podcast?
2023-02-1201 min