As always this is Mo! just a quick update on what's going on with the podcast. I will be back with an all new season soon...... hopefully by the end of March, with new guests, some familiar voices and as always great conversation.

In the meantime listen to the latest episode of ESN Podcast, where I'm a special guest, discussing the latest news and pop culture happenings.

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Welcome to Colour Out The Box podcast, Insecure Wine & Debrief SEASON FINALE. Each week Mo is joined by a guest to discuss and break down the latest Insecure HBO episode.

Insecure is ending so Mo and Jay have come together to recap, the final EVER episode of the TV Show insecure. Here at Colour Out The Box we have talked about this show from the beginning so we had to discuss the final episode. We explore the true love story between Issa and Molly. We explore a multiverse of alternative endings. Our own self-development, friendship and growth. Did Issa choose right?

Representation of Black women and Black love on TV. Including a quick review about about; "Harlem on Prime", "Run the World", "Twenties" and "I May Destroy You". The comparisons to other shows such as "Sex And The City", also "And Just Like That" - TIMESTAMP (56:15)

*ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jay: Instagram: https://instagram.com/saikiriartguide?igshid=1wd4njqssxoby

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Welcome to Colour Out The Box podcast, Insecure Wine & Debrief. Each week Mo is joined by a guest to discuss and break down the latest Insecure HBO episode.

So we are going to talk about and recap the first two episodes of season 5. But as we have a fashion expert in the house, in this special episode lets break down the wardrobe and fashion choices, because the outfits are really outfitting. A discussion around imposter syndrome and compromising your creative vision

*ABOUT OUR GUEST: Angela Baidoo ... "I am a Fashion Trend Forecaster and Futures Strategist that also considers herself an industry insider. I have lead the creative direction of fashion teams at high street brands, consulted at renowned global trend agencies, and developed my product development skills at the luxury level of the market. My love of sharing knowledge also led me to become a professional mentor for the next generation of young creatives, while creating trend forecasting content that inspires and informs via my social media channels" .... @Trendmaison https://www.instagram.com/trendmaison/

@Trendmaison_man https://www.instagram.com/trendmaison/

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelabaidoo/

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#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… Mo is Joined by co-host Jay.   On the podcast we discuss, Black History Month, we talk about how the corporate/ work world is acknowledging Black History Month in the UK this year. Our thoughts on Channel 4 Black To Front programme schedule, including the reality show Highlife and the different types of representation on TV. We explore the question of do we need a Black History Month going forward? We talk about our actives and events we have attended, including: Film screening for “The Harder They Fall” staring Idris Elba, Jonathan Majors and Regina King. The Black Pound Day pop-up shop, Black Owned Hackney Market. Supporting Black Owned business, especially outside of food and beauty. A quick diversion into cultural appropriation, but we also take the opportunity to highlight Black talent. As mentioned on the podcast: @MNEK Twitter Thread of Black British Women artists: https://twitter.com/MNEK/status/1446391887368183813?s=20     #ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture……   ABOUT OUR GUEST:* Jay: Instagram: https://instagram.com/saikiriartguide?igshid=1wd4njqssxoby   | JOIN THE DISCUSSION |** (Hashtag) #ColourOutTheBox (Twitter: @colouroutthebox): https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/ (Instagram: @colouroutthebox): https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ (WEBSITE/ BLOG): https://colouroutthebox.com

Welcome to Colour Out The Box podcast, Insecure Wine & Debrief. Each week Mo is joined by a guest to discuss and break down the latest Insecure HBO episode.

As Insecure is returning for its final season Mo and Jay have come together to recap, the previous seasons 1-4. Re-visit all the messy goings on from Molly, Issa and Lawrence and friends. We have watched the show from the beginning so have our sometimes problematic views changed? (That’s growth).

Can a relationship recover after cheating, ghosting and awkward mirror raps? Will Molly and Issa be able to mend their friendship?

We break down our thoughts on the on the previous seasons, while exploring the themes and relating to our own personal experiences and share stories.

#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture……

*ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jay: Instagram: https://instagram.com/saikiriartguide?igshid=1wd4njqssxoby

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#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… Mo is Joined by Nathan DJ and music lover.   This week it is a music conversation, we asked “Is it time to retire the likes of Biggie and Tupac from the greatest of all time conversation?” Could someone really dethrone the legend of Whitney Houston or compete vocally with Mariah (no middle name) Carey? We explore how the streaming  has changed how we buy music. Thoughts and feelings on posthumous albums, including Aaliyah and Prince. The community around Black Radio, why we miss Choice FM and highlighting new platforms such as No Signal online radio. Initial thoughts on Cheryl Cole hosting an RnB show.   ABOUT OUR GUEST:* (Website)  https://www.mixcloud.com/nathanielyakins/ (Instagram @dj_impulse) https://www.instagram.com/dj_impulse/ (Twitter: @DJImpulseV1) https://twitter.com/DJImpulseV1 (Previous Podcast Episode: Kings of RnB Epsiode) https://colouroutthebox.com/2019/10/is-this-your-king-of-rnb-episode-54/   | JOIN THE DISCUSSION |** (Hashtag) #ColourOutTheBox (Twitter: @colouroutthebox): https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/ (Instagram: @colouroutthebox): https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ (WEBSITE/ BLOG): https://colouroutthebox.com

#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… Mo is back from her “hiatus”   On this mini-episode Mo is back to talk about what has been going since the podcast was put on hold. An honest conversation about the realities of podcasting, also the challenges of job hunting in the pandemic. Touch upon pretty privilege and brief tangent into representation on TV, including why we need to divest from the Love Island.……………………..   Highlight of the week: ESN Radio podcast “Lauryn Hill Episode” https://open.spotify.com/episode/2EdXb6sATJKIb8T2EVtspy?si=e6853ec651714087   THE PODCAST WILL BE BACK NEXT WEEK WITH A FULL EPISODE!   Sources mentioned in podcast: /YouTube: I DON'T Have Pretty Privilege. And That Sucks (Oh Stephco): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvHJHiIUbvA / Highlife https://www.channel4.com/press/news/first-look-cast-new-docuality-series-highlife / Peckham's Finest https://www.itv.com/presscentre/press-releases/peckhams-finest     *JOIN THE DISCUSSION: (Hashtag) #ColourOutTheBox (Twitter: @colouroutthebox): https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/ (Instagram: @colouroutthebox): https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ (WEBSITE/ BLOG): https://colouroutthebox.com

#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… Mo is Joined by guest Ronke Lawal, PR and Communications Specialists.

This week we talk creativity and explore the culture. * MAIN TOPIC:

• Ronke talks about dealing with a PR crisis, old tweets, brand miss-steps and the right way to make a public apology.
• Listener Warning and timestamp: (12:00) to (17:30) we touch upon the recent Noel Clarke sexual harassment allegations in the media industry.
• Daniel Kaluuya Oscar Win and Diaspora Identity: Is his award a win for Black Brits or his home country of Uganda? Can we claim our parent’s country or are we just British?
• Performative displays of your culture and the importance of feeling comfortable and authentic.
• Dreaming Whilst Black BBC TV Show and web series, Black representation on UK TV & lessons learnt from Nollywood.

HIGHLIGHT OF THE WEEK:* (1) Khadija Mbowe, YouTube Channel: video essays on various topics and explores race, feminism, colourism and intersectionality in a very accessible way. Checkout her recent video on Hip Hop Video Vixens from the early 2000s: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pq4hDxZZJHU (2)** A tribute to Jimi Folajimi Olubunmi-Adewole, who sadly lost his life, trying to save a woman who fell into the River Thames. Join the campaign to get Jimi a memorial plaque to honour his heroic actions: https://www.voice-online.co.uk/news/uk-news/2021/04/27/jimi-the-hero-campaign-for-20-year-old-who-died-trying-to-save-woman-gains-momentum/

*ABOUT OUR GUEST: Ronke Lawal (Website) https://www.ronkelawal.com/ (Founder: Ariatu Public Relations) https://www.ariatupublicrelations.com (Instagram: @Ronke.Lawal) https://www.instagram.com/ronke.lawal/ (Twitter: @RonkeLawal) https://twitter.com/ronkelawal

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