If there were a pageant for Burnout, Subira Jones, aka The Corporate Hippie, would have been crowned queen for four consecutive years!   Annika Alen talks to Subira, the certified lifestyle coach and corporate burnout prevention consultant, who is on a mission to support people to live free of burnout. Part 3 of our Every Mind Matters mental health and wellbeing special.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information ..read more

In this episode, Annika Allen speaks with Dr Ajayi about ways in which we can improve our wellbeing and focus on self-care in order to live healthy happy lives. Dr Ajayi provides tips to help deal with stress and anxiety, boost your mood, sleep better and feel more in control. Part 2 of our Every Mind Matters mental health and wellbeing special.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information ..read more

In this episode, I talk to Psychological Therapist Vanessa Boachie who set up Inside Out UK, a not-for-profit social enterprise aiming to help young people improve their mental health and wellbeing. Vanessa and Black magic Podcast host Annika Allen discuss the Every Mind Matters platform where people can get a tailored ‘Mind Plan’, giving them personalised tips to explore different things you can do every day to make a positive difference in your life so you can be happier, healthier and cope with life’s challenges. Part 1 of our Every Mind Matters mental health a ..read more

In this episode, Annika Allen speaks to wife and husband Pearl and Errol and their adopted daughter Amara. They were already parents to biological twin boys and adopted Amara a few days before her third birthday. Here they talk us through the long and detailed process of adoption and encourage prospective Black adopters to learn more. There are a disproportionate number of Black and mixed heritage children waiting for an adoptive family, and statistics reveal these children wait longest. If you can love and care for a child then #youcanadopt. Visit the website www.youcanadopt.co.uk to learn m ..read more

Annika Allen speaks to social worker Sherifa Adenmosun about her work in adoption and she dispels some of the myths and misconceptions around who is eligible to adopt. Social workers like Sherifa play a critical role in understanding and supporting people through the adoption process. Adoption is a beautiful and rewarding thing that you could do. Children all over the country are looking for homes. There are a disproportionate number of Black and mixed heritage children waiting for an adoptive family, and statistics reveal these children wait longest. If you can love and care for a child then ..read more

In this episode, Annika Allen talks to Bernicia Boateng, beauty and makeup influencer, Channel 4's Highlife reality TV star and entrepreneur who owns a studio in east London and has applied make-up to many of the world's top celebrities. Bernicia reveals her beauty tips and tricks and how she has managed to pivot with her business during the lockdown.  The Black Magic Podcast features inspiring interviews with brilliant and resilient British Black women - about their life journeys and paths to success. This podcast will motivate, educate and inspire you to celebrate your own magic.  ..read more

 Getting an investor for your business isn’t always easy. In this episode, Annika Allen talks to Yvonne Bajela, a founder and principal at venture capital firm Impact X. She focuses on investing in underrepresented entrepreneurs across Europe and she gives those much-needed tips on how to make that money move.  The Black Magic Podcast features inspiring interviews with brilliant and resilient British Black women - about their life journeys and paths to success. This podcast will motivate, educate and inspire you to celebrate your own magic.  You can follow the Black Magic Podc ..read more

Singer and songwriter Terri Walker has been in the music industry for over 20 years. In this episode, Terri opens up to Annika Allen revealing the incredible highs and lows of being a full-time artist and the job she has taken on to pay her bills.  The Black Magic Podcast features inspiring interviews with brilliant and resilient British Black women - about their life journeys and paths to success. This podcast will motivate, educate and inspire you to celebrate your own magic.  You can follow the Black Magic Podcast on Instagram @blackmagicpodcast  See acast.com/privacy for ..read more

Being funny isn't just her job, its literally in the DNA of comedian and ITV1 Loose Women star Judi Love. She has been keeping us entertained during lockdown with her Instagram series Quarantine Date Nights and in this episode talks openly about her journey, motherhood and dealing with grief. The Black Magic Podcast features inspiring interviews with brilliant and resilient British Black women - about their life journeys and paths to success. This podcast will motivate, educate and inspire you to celebrate your own magic.  Hosted by entrepreneur and content creator Annika Allen and prod ..read more

With over 50% of the UK being in the singles market it can prove to be hard to dodge the time wasters and undesirables and meet likeminded individuals. Which is where matchmakers come in with a helping guiding hand. In the episode Annika Allen speaks to Siobhan Copland, the UK’s premier Matchmaker and relationship coach, she has been featured in the Daily Mail, Female First, BBC Radio, for her expert dating advice and has connected thousands of ambitious professionals, many whom have gone on to wed, get engaged, have children and form fulfilling partnerships. Despite lockdown Matchmakers have ..read more