S4 E5 Exploring Design at the Intersection of Technology, Science, Nature and Society with Natsai Audrey Chieza
In this episode, I chat with Natsai Audrey Chieza. Natsai is a designer working at the intersection…
S4 E4 Exploring the Impact Designers Working with Artisans Have on Their Lives and Bringing True Sustainable Value to Artisanal Communities with Dr Pam Samasuwo-Nyawiri
In this episode, I chat with Dr Pam Samasuwo-Nyawiri. Pam is a multi-award-winning accessories designer, educator, and…
S4 E3 Finding Clarity, Brand Focus and Managing a Business During a Global Health Crisis with Audrey Migot-Adholla
In this episode, I chat with Audrey Migot-Adholla. Audrey is the founder of Yala Jewellery an award-winning…
S4 E2 Establishing Herself as an Architect, Managing Multiple Businesses, and Using Insecurity as a Strength with Tosin Oshinowo
In this episode, I chat with architect and product designer Tosin Oshinowo. Tosin is an architect with…
S4 Ep 1 Sustainable Luxury and a Passion for Artisanal Heritage Textiles with Eno Jonah
In this episode, I chat with textile designer Eno Jonah. Eno is the founder of Nzuri Textiles,…
The Seductive, Mystical Jewellery Designs by La Falaise Dion, The Queen of Cowries
Seductive and mystical are two words that immediately come to mind when you see the elaborate jewellery…
S3 Ep 6 Using Fashion to Heal, Empower Women to be Bold and the Importance of Telling Our Own Stories with Mariatu Turay-Akar
In this episode, I chat with Mariatu Turay-Akar. Mariatu is the founder of Gitas Portal a London-based…
S3 Ep 5 Diversity in African Creativity, Underrepresentation in Design, and Being Good Enough to Interpret Our Own Culture with Jomo Tariku
In this episode, I chat with Ethiopian / American artist and furniture designer, Jomo Tariku. Through his…
S3 Ep4 Designing with Meaning, Referencing African Wisdom and Championing Sub-Saharan African Design with Chrissa Amuah
In this episode, I chat with textile designer Chrissa Amuah. Chrissa is a textile designer and the…
S3 Ep 3 Showcasing Creative Heritage Through a Contemporary Lens with Lani Adeoye
In this episode, I chat with award-winning sculptural lighting and product designer and design strategist. Lani is…
S3 Ep 2 Honouring your Gift and Carrying on the Traditions of his Ancestors with Andile Dyalvane
In this episode, I chat with clay healer and ceramic artist Andile Dyalvane. Andile is the co-founder…
S2 Ep 7 Behind The Design Season 2 Wrap Up and Reflections
You are listening to Behind the Design episode #7 the Studio Lessons. Which brings us to the…
S2 Ep 6 Creating Sustainable Livelihoods Through the Creative Economy with Achenyo Idachaba-Obaro Founder MitiMeth
In this episode, I chat with entrepreneur Achenyo Idachaba-Obaro. Achenyo is the founder of MitiMeth. An award-winning…
S2 Ep 5 Creating Sustainable Design and Not Being Afraid of Stepping into Business with Boldness with Dounia Tamri-Loeper
In this episode, I chat with Dounia Tamri-Loeper. Dounia is the designer and founder of Dounia Home….
S2 Ep4 Talking Self-belief, the Responsibility that Comes with Privilege and Having the Confidence to Seize the Opportunities with Thabisa Mjo
In this episode, I chat with Thabisa Mjo. Thabisa is the designer, behind Mash.T an award-winning Johannesburg…
S2 Ep 3 Building on the Legacy of the Family Business and Nurturing the Next Generation with Audrey Forson
In this episode, I chat with Audrey Forson. Audrey is a furniture designer, and the managing director…
S2 Ep 2 Having the Courage to Step Away from Your Dream and Start Over with Lola Ukinamemen of Agnes & Lola
In this episode, I chat with Lola Ukinamemen. Lola is the founder of the fashion and lifestyle…
Ep 8: Culture, creativity, and creating a distinctive design identity with Olubunmi Adeyemi
In this episode, I chat with Olubunmi Adeyemi, a Lagos-based, Nigerian-born designer. Olubunmi is an internationally recognised…
Ep 7: A masterclass in marketing your brand beyond social media and why having your own platform matters with Kwabena Oppong Boateng
In this episode, I chat with Kwabena Oppong Boateng. Kwabena is a dynamic communications professional with extensive…
Ep 6: Tracing the journey of turning an idea into a globally stocked ethical fashion brand with Akosua Afriyie-Kumi
In this episode, I chat with Akosua Afriyie-Kumi. Akosua is the founder of A A K S,…