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Project Possible with Rich LeighThe Dark Side of Dating: Inside the ‘Are We Dating the Same Guy?’ PhenomenonJournalist, radio host and TV presenter Mary Mandefield joins me to unpack one of the most controversial developments in modern dating: the rise of online groups like 'Are We Dating The Same Guy?', and the growing tension between protection, exposure, and unintended harm.Mary shares what she uncovered while making the Channel 4 documentary 'Red Flags: Are We Dating the Same Guy?', including stories from women who found validation and safety through these communities, and men whose lives were deeply affected after being posted online.We talk about:
2026-01-261h 18
Standard Issue PodcastMary Mandefield’s not dating the same guy as youIn the Wild West that is dating apps, women are increasingly turning to novel ways of protecting themselves. Online groups such as Are We Dating The Same Guy, offer women a platform to share bad and even
criminal experiences of dating. Broadcaster and journalist Mary Mandefield investigates the groups in a new Channel 4 documentary, Red
Flags: Are We Dating the Same Guy? UNTOLD. So, Jen caught up with
Mary to chat about the film, the groups, why women are using them, and if they themselves are entirely ethical.
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2025-12-0826 min
Afro Soul StoriesE18 NandiZimbabwean born Nandi is one of the freshest and most soulful artists to come out of the UK. Inspired by South African musical heroes such as Miriam “Mama Africa” Makeba and Hugh Masekela she began to write her own songs. Her dynamic and graceful voice is known to silence crowds, whilst gracing the stage of venues such as Ronnie Scott’s, The Roundhouse and The Southbank Centre. Performances have been acclaimed to be reminiscent of predecessors and her influences such as Jill Scott, Erykah Badu, and Ella Fitzgerald. Nandi having worked with artists such as Jack Bruce (CREAM), Emeli Sande...
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Green Queens PodcastS3: Ep 2 - Second Hand September: Mary Mandefield’s Take on Why Fashion Should Tell a Story! 💚In this week’s episode, Abbie and Imogen chat with broadcaster and second-hand fashion extraordinaire Mary Mandefield. Mary shares how her time at Oxfam shaped her mission to tell powerful sustainability stories—and gives us her ultimate guide to the best spots in London for preloved fashion gems!💚 Notable mentions go to:🏆 Barge East: https://www.bargeeast.com/🏆 Traid: https://traid.org.uk/🏆 Oxfam: https://www.oxfam.org.uk/get-involved/second-hand-september/🏆 Reloved Again: https://relovedagain.com/collections/new-arrivals🏆 Shelter: https://www.shelterhelps.com/who-we-are🏆 Crisis: https://ww...
2025-09-1842 min
Things People DoAbout Pop Music: What’s the big deal with Taylor Swift?📣 Help us improve the show by completing the Things People Do survey: https://forms.gle/8YAeybGcZXGdDrJfA
Today's guest to Mary Mandefield. She is a radio presenter and music journalist who visited us after waking up at 1am! Despite that, she was still full of energy and helped us to make Joe a bit cooler.
We ask what's the big deal with Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter and she shares some of the most iconic moments in pop music history.
Find out more about Mary: https://www.instagram.com/ma...
2025-09-171h 01
1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveMary Mandefield sits in for RichieMary Mandefield is in for Richie Brave discussing Black stories on stage, netball and finding out more about Disability Pride Month. She's joined on the show by;
The exec director of digital and marketing for Scope, Kwesi Afful
Jordan Jarrett-Bryan, Channel 4 sports presenter, journalist and host of ‘The World’s Coolest Disabled Pod’
Actor Tendai Humphrey Sitima, who stars as Johnny Lawes in new play Brixton Calling
English international netball player who plays for London Pulse and just won this year's final matchup, Olivia Tchine
2025-07-131h 00
Women Are MadS1 E4 Girls Are Mad with Mary MandefieldMary Mandefield is a presenter, journalist and creative, who holds up a torch for finding your voice, and has never let imposter syndrome hold her back.Through her community 'Making Moves' (which helps other creatives access the tools to navigate the media industry) Mary embodies the idea that we rise by lifting others.In this episode, Mary's incredible passion and infectious energy pave the way for hierarchy-busting, challenging unachievable standards, and holding doors open for each other. She absolutely epitomises the GAM spirit, which the world apparently needs now more than ever.
2025-02-1843 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveMOBO awards spotlight and Diddy trial updateShining a light on the 2025 MOBO Awards - the best of Black music and culture, where we're joined by music journalist Mary Mandefield, DJ Kenny Allstar, and musician and former MOBO award-winner Guvna B sharing more on the ceremony and platform, in its 27th year.We then provide an update on the ongoing legal allegations involving one of hip-hop's biggest moguls, Sean Diddy Combs. We learn of a breakdown of the latest developments in the trial, joined by presenter of the Diddy On Trial podcast, Anoushka Mutanda Dougherty.
2025-02-1659 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveWhat's the Met Police gangs matrix?We hear about the Met Police' revealing tool to identify gang members across London and the UK with Katrina Ffrench from UNJUST UK, motivating advice on how fitness can become a lifestyle with founders of 826 Active, Stephen Kalama and Alistair Kalama, and talk vision boards and goal setting for the year with Fee Mak and Mary Mandefield.
2025-01-0559 min
Woman's HourMercury Prize Nominees, Paris Olympic Athletes, AdoptionThe Paris 2024 Olympics start this evening with the opening ceremony. It's the first time an equal number of men and women will compete in a summer Games. To discuss the sportswomen you should keep an eye out for, Anita Rani is joined by Jeanette Kwakye, a former Olympian herself and now BBC pundit, and also BBC Sport reporter Laura Scott. Adoption England have described an ‘unprecedented’ decline in adoption rates. For the first time in recent years, there are now more children in need of adoption than those looking to adopt. To discuss why, Anita is joined by S...
2024-07-2652 min
The Radio Academy PodcastFoot in the Door - Salford
Listen to a special edition of the Radio Academy Podcast from the Salford Foot in the Door event. Becky Brown and Luke Jones from Shock Radio bring you interviews with some of the speakers including Laura Busson from BBC Radio 2, presenter and journalist Mary Mandefield and Absolute Radio’s Dan Noble. You will hear great networking advice from radio professionals as well as their journey into the industry.Edited & Exec Produced by Matt HallsworthGuests: Dan Noble - Absolute Radio PresenterDom Stirling - BBC Radio 1 ProducerMary Mandefield - Broadcaster & Journalist (Hits Rad...
2024-07-0319 min
Paper CutsEngland win sends the papers crazy – Gen Z says car boots are cool now – Why your favourite crisps are wrongWe read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Hey Jude, don’t make it dull. England’s first Euros win sends the press into a football frenzy. On it like a car bonnet. Gen Z are rediscovering the car boot sale. Plus – Walkers this way! The Telegraph’s top ten crisps are all wrong.Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist and Noted podcast host Mary Mandefield and comedian Daniel Foxx.Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.comFollow Paper Cuts:• Twitter: https://twit...
2024-06-1728 min1Xtra Talks with Richie Bravewith Mary Mandefield: Celebrating UK Black podcasting!Mary Mandefield and guests discuss UK Black podcasting success stories, from those who are smashing it on the mic, to people building empires behind the scenes. @1Xtra on social
2024-05-271h 001Xtra Talks with Richie BraveWhy we need safe spaces for Black boys and men to talkMary Mandefield and guests explore the importance of safe spaces for Black boys and men to talk about difficult feelings.
2024-05-121h 00
Paper CutsSword attack horror – Trump's $9k fine for not shutting up – How an angry girlfriend AI can fix your relationshipWe need your help! Let us know what you think to Paper Cuts in our listener survey.We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Sword Attack. The Papers react to a horrific incident in Hainault. Cheap talk? Trump’s been fined after breaching a gag order. Plus – No way, Computer! Can an AI help you resolve conflicts with your partner?Jacob Jarvis is joined by Hits Radio and Noted podcast host Mary Mandefield comedian Marcus Brigstocke.Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.com
2024-05-0134 min
Split Ends with Andrew and OlgaMary Mandefield - Access All ARIAsIn an episode that explores the life and loves of 2x ARIA Award nominee Mary Mandefield, Olga and Andrew dig into the importance of self-expression, not settling for a job that makes you feel miserable and even get to trim up her secret triangular undercut!Describing herself as having the energy of an 8-year old child, Hits Radio host, TNM and BBC reporter Mary shares more on her wellbeing - from how to keep it real on the red carpet, the importance of climbing with friends and the merits of doing gymnastics with seven strangers! AND CU...
2024-04-0920 min
A Face For RadioAre We Getting Celebrity Podcast Fatigue? - Mary MandefieldIn our latest episode, Mark sits down and chats to Mary Mandefield from Hits Radio, BBC Radio 1 & BBC Radio 1 Xtra. Mary tells Mark all about her career in radio so far, they also discuss a number of other topics within the industry including celebrity radio hosts, podcasts and how to navigate your way through the world of radio. In 'A Face For Radio', we dive into the stories of people behind the microphone! We interview big radio names who help produce and present some of your favourite shows, so they can tell their funniest stories a...
2024-04-0246 min
Paper CutsThe Sun’s woke police slam England’s new shirt – Elephants in Hyde Park – Yolk? Oh no! Creme Egg warsWe read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: The shirt hits the fans. Nike’s ‘playful’ update on the newest England kits causes a completely proportional right wing meltdown. Trunk and disorderly. Botswana threatens to send 10,000 elephants to the UK. Plus – How do you eat yours? It’s Creme Egg season, and The Telegraph goes into full investigation mode.Miranda Sawyer is joined by Hits Radio and Noted podcast host Mary Mandefield and BAFTA nominated comedian Gráinne MaguireHelp us to grow Paper Cuts! Send this link to...
2024-03-2230 min
Fancy Another Pod?Celebrity Big Brother: Episode 12Here's your daily dose of Celebrity Big Brother analysis from Bally Singh and Brett Harris as they discuss the latest happenings in the house. Today, Bally and Brett are joined by presenter and journalist Mary Mandefield.
2024-03-1927 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveMary Mandefield sits in: Awards shows - Do we still care?On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, and in the midst of awards season, Mary Mandefield and guests explore whether awards are still as relevant to artists as they use to be. Do they still carry the same benefits as they did a few years ago? @1Xtra on social
2024-02-071h 001Xtra Talks with Richie BraveMary Mandefield talks cosmetic surgery - would you do it?On this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Mary Mandefield explores cosmetic surgery. Is there too much pressure to change ourselves? @1Xtra on social
2024-01-091h 001Xtra Talks with Richie Bravewith Mary Mandefield: Better ways to the start the new yearOn this week’s 1Xtra Talks, Mary Mandefield and guests explore the different ways we choose to start the new year. Are resolutions overrated? Do we put too much pressure on ourselves to start the year strong?
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NotedFast fashion: “Enough clothes to dress the next six generations”I’m on a first-name basis with the people who work in my local charity shops. I love them. In fact I’d say nearly all of my wardrobe is second hand. And it’s not just me, studies suggest the market for ‘pre-loved’ items could even become bigger than ‘fast fashion’ by 2029, so it looks as though thrifting is here to stay - but why? I’m Mary Mandefield and in this episode of Noted, I want to dig deeper into why secondhand shopping is becoming more popular and the real impact of fast fashion. I’ll speak to env...
2023-12-2027 minNotedCaster Semenya - race, gender and being herselfWhen Caster Semenya sprinted to victory in the 2009 World Championships, it should have marked her place as an athlete on the global stage. Instead, it opened the door to questions about whether she should be allowed to compete at all. Semenya was called for a gender verification test and it was leaked to the media that she was born with differences of sexual development (DSD), meaning she has elevated levels of testosterone. Since then, the two-time Olympic champion has been at the centre of a huge debate about gender in sport. This has pl...
2023-11-1526 minNotedI’m a man changing how we face toxic masculinityAndrew Tate - we’ve all heard the name. He’s a self-described misogynist and what’s more worrying, is that he has a huge influence. Eight in ten boys aged between 16 and 17 have seen his content, according to charity Hope Not Hate. They also found that boys were more likely to have seen Tate’s material than had heard of our Prime minister, Rishi Sunak, which is mad.But what’s the impact of so many men our age seeing this kind of sexist, misogynistic content? This is Noted and I’m your ho...
2023-10-1821 minNotedWelcome to NotedThe podcast you need to take note of… Meet your host, Mary Mandefield and producer Xanthe Palmer.Every week, The News Movement journalist Mary Mandefield will unpack what's going on in the world, from why some clinics in Turkey are selling you filler on Whatsapp, to whether there’s a safe way to take drugs. She’ll speak to people who have lived through the stories and experts who know their stuff. We also want to hear from you. Whatsapp us 07723735241. Get involved, tell us what you think about our episodes and...
2023-10-0303 min
JournoWave PodcastReporting Russell Brand; The News Movement; and when uni is not OKAnna Jones, Polly Rippon and Jenny Eells return for a second episode of the JournoWave podcast from the Journalism Studies department at The University of Sheffield.
Jenny catches up with Mary Mandefield from The News Movement and Xanthe Palmer from Persephonica who paid a visit to The Wave to talk to the students in September. They chat about the importance of finding your voice and their collaboration on the new 'Noted' podcast which is aimed at Gen-Z listeners.
Polly and Anna unravel the legal issues surrounding the Russell Brand story, which has been dominating the headli...
2023-10-0135 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveMary Mandefield sits in: TrappingMary Mandefield and guests discuss the themes behind new movie Trapping. Featuring the film’s director Femi Oyeniran.
2023-09-171h 001Xtra Talks with Richie BraveWomen in hip-hop special with Mary MandefieldAs part of Hip-Hop Weekend, celebrating 50 years of the ground breaking genre. Mary Mandefield is joined by Br3nya.
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1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveWe Outside!Mary Mandefield sits in for Richie Brave and this week she's talking about the evolution of Black spaces in Summer for Festival Weekender.What are your favourite Summer-raving memories? What memories are you looking forward to creating this summer?Mary takes us through a crash course history class of clubbing, raving, concerts and festivals as she investigates how Black British people have filled dancefloors for the last 30 years.From warehouse raves to Ayia Napa Garage getaways to Afro Nation and DLT Malta. Mary shares the stories
2023-06-2558 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveMary Mandefield talks about freelancingWhat's it like being a freelancer? Mary is joined by a host of freelancers from across the UK to talk about life as a freelancer.
2023-05-3158 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveFinding your people with Mary MandefieldMary Mandefield discusses building communities and friendship groups in 2023.Whether it's church, the barber shop, poetry class or a Sunday league football team, young people are finding new ways to connect with each other and make new connections as well.Join us for the biggest group chat of the week!@1Xtra on Socials
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2023-01-1542 min
1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveMary Mandefield talks fast fashionOritse Williams tells Mary about his new documentary and we talk fast fashion. What role does fashion play in your life? Do you think about the planet when shopping for your look?
2023-01-1058 min
Bringing it BlackPart of your world - our new mermaidAs it’s Virgo season, this episode has got a gift for the Beyhive 🤩 - a debrief of Beys 41st birthday, incl the questionable looks.
I’ve got a rundown of everything you need to know about the new star of Disney’s live action remake of ✨The Little Mermaid✨- Halle Bailey.
With a new King now on the throne I’m sharing everything I know about whether Jamaica will now move on from royals and become a republic.
We couldn’t do this episode without celebrating the Black women making big moves at the 2022...
2022-09-2054 min
Bringing it BlackCelebrating Nelson MandelaIt's only right that Bringing it Black celebrates Mandela Day with an episode dedicated to the man himself, Nelson Mandela.
The former President of South Africa, Nobel Peace Prize winner and man that lives on as a leading figure in history, Nelson Mandela, was born in South Africa in 1918 and is best known for spending 27 years in prison for his fight for democracy and to end apartheid.
This episode explores Mandela's legacy, with the help of my friend all the way from South Africa, Dikeledi Mokone and with words from the United Nations Chief and P...
2022-08-1954 minBringing it BlackAdoption in the Black communityThis special episode delves into the topic of adoption in the Black community from the perspective of an incredible lineup of guests, including stories from adoptive parents and adoptees from across the world.
The show features an interview with Didi and Priscilla, an amazing example of Black adoptive parents from the LGBTQ+ community, who share their experience on everything from the steps to adoption and the process of matching a child with their parents to the reasoning behind wanting to match a child with parents that share their heritage.
Joy Carter, a comedian, actor, speaker a...
2022-08-191h 321Xtra Talks with Richie BraveMary Mandefield sits inWhat does it mean to be part of the Commonwealth? BBC WM's Nikki Tapper and Mary Mandefield are joined by a panel and audience in Birmingham to discuss.
2022-08-1156 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveMary Mandefield sits inRepresentation in politics is this week's big talking point. Is it good? Does it matter? Mary Mandefield and guests with the biggest group chat of the week. @1Xtra on social
2022-07-3159 min
Empress HourMaking news accessible with Mary MandefieldToday Ceyda and Claire talk social media, downtime, todays trending headlines and making news accessible for younger audiences with Journalist Mary Mandefield. Not to mention a cheeky little production filming secret during One Direction's time on x-factor! You don't want to miss it.
2022-07-2852 min
The Radio Academy PodcastHits Radio: Meet The TeamWhat makes an award-winning Station of the Year? Fresh from their ARIAS Gold win, we sat down with the team behind Hits Radio for an online Radio Academy event.For this week's podcast, we’ve taken some of the highlights from that discussion, focusing particularly on the Breakfast Show content, and the thought that went into putting togethertheir stand-out entry.Programme Director Paul Gerrard and presenter Fleur East tell our host Mary Mandefield their recipe for a winning on-air combination.
2022-06-2217 min
Bringing it BlackMaking money from your voice with Jo TroyBringing it Black has been blessed to have the Bratt Pitt of the Voiceover world on the show - award winning Black British Voiceover Artist, Jo Troy! Jo grew up in Walthamstow with a background in the creative industry, making music and then building a career from the corner of the room, with clients including Nike, Adidas, Samsung and Sony.
Jo and I chat about how he started a whole new career as a Voiceover Artist in the pandemic, and gives us a cheeky insight into how you can make a living from your voice, fees, charges...
2022-06-2048 minBringing it BlackBeing your own best friend with Thea HallowWe LOVE to see people with big dreams go out and make them a reality, and someone out here making things happen is Thea Hallow 🤩
Thea is a young creative from South-East London who’s making music and following her dreams. We chat about the importance of believing in yourself and knowing that you’re good enough to say YES to the amazing opportunities that come your way, the art of understanding how to make social media work for you and how to deal with anxiety about performing.
Check out Thea’s new single ‘Love Buddy’ and...
2022-06-2040 minBringing it BlackFinding your people and paving the way as a Black creativeHere at Bringing it Black you know it's all about shining a light on the people making waves in the world, and my latest guest, Shar, is the perfect example of this.
Shar is a recent graduate from West London working for a TV production company and she joins me to chat about life as a Black creative. We talk about everything from her experience graduating in these crazy times and navigating workplace relationships, to the dehumanisation of 'diversity hires'.
Bringing it Black exists to celebrate, showcase and collaborate with the hottest talent from the U...
2022-06-151h 09Bringing it BlackMistar Alvin on being the voice of the peopleThis week on Bringing it Black, joining us live and direct from an Enny gig is Mistar Alvin😂🤩. We chat all about his popular new show ‘Top 5 Replies’, which you need to check out on YouTube.
Top 5 Replies sees Mistar Alvin replying to your unfiltered, hilarious and sometimes outlandish comments from #JuliesTop5
Alvin and I chat all about his new show, how he makes sure everyones feelings are kept in tact in the process & who would be his ultimate artist for the show.
I also treat you to a lil rundown on everything you need t...
2022-06-0224 minBringing it BlackFilmmakers stepping up & all the juice with Temi JonahThis week we're chatting about a very exciting opportunity for new filmmakers called 'Black Britain Unspoken', and joining me on the show is the director of creative services at Warner Bro's Discovery - Emma Cassidy. 🎥
Emma and I chat all about the opportunity with Warner Bro’s Discovery X Media Trust, which is filmmaking initiative with a purpose of sharing perspectives and experiences of being black and British.
Emma discusses her role in the initiative, what she’s looking for from new talent and what to expect from the opportunity.
I am also joined...
2022-05-2541 minBringing it BlackWomen 🤝 taking over the creative scene. Afia Kufuor & Beverley NderuTime to meet two incredible women who are bringing their A game to the projects which they've seen through from conception to execution 💪
Afia: Behind the Gram
My first chat is with Afia, host of the new video series ‘Behind the Gram’ which delves into the lives of influential individuals in the world of music, arts and culture by examining their Instagram profiles.
Afia shares her inspo behind the show, her relationship with social media and her next steps to grow the series.
Beverley: On the Cards: Colourism
I then sp...
2022-05-1628 minBringing it BlackSamm Henshaw on redefining the idea of successYou know the world doesn't run without Black creativity and this episode is packed with nothing but people making waves in their industries🤩
I start by chatting with Kobi Axel who is the founder of Black Blueprint, a project that you can take part in if you're from London, West Sussex or Brighton and want to get involved with a photoshoot and part of documentary filming.
I then had the pleasure of speaking with Samm Henshaw, one of my fave artists. Samm is a singer songwriter and producer who was handpicked by Chance the Rapper to s...
2022-05-0531 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveMary Mandefield sits in - Ramadan and EidDr Muhammed Wajid, assistant secretary general of the Muslim Council of Britain, rapper Shakeel Romero, and content creator Zainab Hassan join Mary Mandefield to discuss fasting and faith as the Islamic holy month of Ramadan comes to an end with the festival of Eid. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks 1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave is the biggest group chat of the week with discussions about issues that affect the Black community in the UK.
2022-05-0156 min1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveMary Mandefield sits in - Stephen LawrenceTikTok creator and former teacher Kayne Kawasaki, Baroness Doreen Lawrence and Stephen Lawrence bursary recipient Muhammed Ndow help Mary Mandefield mark Stephen Lawrence Day. With the help of her guests, Mary will be hosting a series of conversations to learn about the important work of the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation, and what Stephen's legacy means to our community. @1Xtra on social and #1XtraTalks1Xtra Talks with Mary Mandefield is the biggest group chat of the week, with discussions about issues that affect Black communities across the UK.
2022-04-2459 minBringing it BlackWhat went down at the Grammys 2022Did somebody say a 💎 GRAMMYS special 💎
It's only right that I dedicate an entire show to the celebrations of outstanding achievements in the music industry that went down in Vegas last week.
Do you wanna know why the Grammys are called the Grammys? Or why SZA ended up in hospital after the event?
I've got you covered with everything you need to know from the gossip, to the outfits, to award winners, to ill-joked comedians.
Bringing it Black exists to celebrate, showcase and collaborate with the hottest talent from London's Black communi...
2022-04-1140 minBringing it BlackStaying authentic with SiahCarving his own path in the music industry and sharing the mic (& vibes!) with me this week is the incredible Siah!
Siah has worked hard to exist in a space where he is loved for being and creating music that is 100% authentic to himself - which is a tough place to get to!
The artist chats all about his experience getting to where he is today, the inspiration behind his music journey, how social media gave him his first taste of fame AND he made it through a game of SiahYAH or SiahNAH first impressions 😋
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2022-04-0130 minBringing it Black'Music is my oxygen' - how Ben Wynter supports the Black music industryIf you don't yet know Ben Wynter or 'Billionaire Ben', then now's the time to get to know.
Ben is the founder of Unstoppable Music Group, entrepreneur and outreach manager at the Association of Independent Music and the co-founder of Power Up - so you could say he's a pretty busy guy.
Ben chats to me all about Power Up, his long-term initiative which supports Black music creators, industry professionals and executives, as well as addressing anti-Black racism and racial disparities in the music sector.
We talk about Ben's experiences in the industry, ho...
2022-03-0235 minBringing it BlackHaving a bigger vision & his films reaching new heights - with director Peter N RoseThe younger generation truly are KILLING IT in 2022, and two of London's talents already making a mark on their industries are screenwriter and film director Peter N Rose and digital creator Nayana Mena.
In this episode I chat to founder of Nort3y Productions, Peter N Rose, about his creative process, the journey to where he is today and how he brought one of his films to Amazon Prime.
To mark the release of the new Kanye trilogy 'Jeen-yuhs', Nayana and I delve into the world of Ye and all the craziness that has surrounded h...
2022-02-2142 minBringing it Black'Don't sleep on your ideas in 2022!' - a look to the year ahead with astrology enthusiast, NubianAs we're in 02/2022, it’s only right that it gets astrological up in here. There's only one person for the job, and that’s London’s very own professional intuitive tarot reader & tropical astrology enthusiast, Nubian!
Over a third of us regularly read our horoscopes, and tarot and astrology are becoming more and more ‘mainstream’, with celebrities like Doja Cat regularly hinting about star signs and spirituality in their work, so Nubian has got our backs with an exclusive insight into her world.
Listen in to find out Nubian's journey into tarot, how crystals can change you...
2022-02-131h 05
Bringing it BlackPursuing purpose and accountability with Vee KativhuI've launched a lil book club on the show and cutting the ribbon on the feature is Author, Education Activist & YouTuber Vee Kativhu!
Vee joins the show to chat about 'Empowered', her book which sums up who she is and what she does - from growing up in Zimbabwe to studying at Oxford, whilst growing a study and purpose driven community on YouTube along the way!
We chat finding strength and resilience in your struggles, how growing up in Zimbabwe shaped Vee into the woman she is today, breaking down barriers and the importance of...
2022-01-2534 min
Bringing it BlackFeeling grown with Seyi Shay and spreading reggae music like Wild Fire with KhaliaBringing you some sushine as I chat with two of the hottest talents from around the world: Jamaican artist Khalia and the incredible Nigerian talent Seyi Shay.
Khalia met Reggae legend Shaggy in 2016, who was impressed with her talent and introduced her to the multi-Grammy award-winning Tony ‘CD’ Kelly, who she’s been working with ever since. Khalia gives us a behind-the-scenes insight into her latest song featuring Dre Island, what it's like being a female in reggae and what goes into preparing for a music video.
Seyi Shay has built her following to over 1.1 millio...
2022-01-0741 min
Bringing it BlackBlacks Can't Swim - diving into the conversation that could save your life, with Ed AccuraI chat to the co-founder of the Black Swim Association and the man behind the feature film "Blacks Can't Swim", Ed Accura.
95% of Black adults & 80% of Black children in England don’t swim. Ed was part of that majority until a few years ago when he embarked on his journey of learning to swim, and has documented his experience whilst setting up The Black Swimming Association (BSA) - a UK charity set up to highlight the importance of swimming and water safety in the African, Caribbean, and Asian communities.
We delve into the facts, figures an...
2021-12-0843 min
Bringing it BlackOne to watch Ants XI & Reggie Yates and Pirates cast on making a film for the garage generationI chat with East London's RnB artist Ants XI about following in his family's footsteps in music, the process of creating the content which has gained him a huge online following and his advice on what has elevated him to become a one to watch in the industry.
In part 2 (from 23:48), I meet the cast and director of the coming of age movie of the moment: Pirates - Reggie Yates' director debut for a feature film. Elliot Edusah plays Cappo, Jordan Peters as Two Tonne and Reda Elazouar as Kidda - the film follows the 3 teenagers who a...
2021-12-0241 min
Bringing it BlackThe Truth about being a Black British TV Presenter in the 2000sLeah Charles-King has over 30 years experience in the media and entertainment industry as a music artist, TV and radio presenter, producer, live host and public speaker. She has now been announced as the new host of the A Place in the Sun. On Bringing it Black, she discusses what it was like to try and make it as a presenter in the 90s when it wasn't a viable career choice, and especially difficult as a Black woman.
2021-11-0242 minBringing it BlackBlackfishing is still very much ON apparentlyMary chats to the human version of a beam of light.. Creative & colourful blogger Teaday! Talking blackfishing models for IVY PARK, fake weddings and asking whether love is ever forever?
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2021-01-1225 minBringing it BlackEnough scandal to make a movieMary Mandefield chats to Jonelle Awo about the upcoming Wendy Williams film. Plus, breaking in the olympics, boxing greats and why we can give cancel culture a break.
2020-12-291h 01
Bringing it BlackWhite Lady telling White LiesWhat is in the air that's making us feel a little less 'meh' than usual? Oh, I reckon it's that new sense of freedom after lockdown is over in England and December is well and truly here! On tonight's show I chat with gifting queen Rita. We've got countdowns to discuss as Timi joins us to chat about his favourite films, albums and more from 2020. Plus, we talk Black instagram pages being set up by white women... The caucasity of it all.
2020-12-031h 20
1Xtra Talks with Richie BraveThe Black Experience: Mirror on OurselvesRichie Brave hosts a special six part series reflecting the black experience in the UK. This week's episode places a "mirror on ourselves", with contributions from Professor Kehinde Andrews from Birmingham City University, social commentators Mary Mandefield and Busy Twins, founder of Black Lawyers Network Isaac Eloi, and founder of United To Change And Inspire Jamaine Facey.The conversation is a self analytical look at the black experience in the UK and how black people critique themselves and the race across the country.
2020-08-1956 min