Welcome to Diaspora Daughters with Gladys Kamau

Joining Gladys in the studio is Kimisha Lewis, a professional actress from Coventry whose career has taken her from prestigious drama training to the West End, international tours, television, and voice-over work. A graduate of the renowned Rose Bruford College, where she earned a BA (Hons) in Acting, and a former member of the National Youth Theatre, Kimisha shares how her passion for performance has evolved into a mission to inspire the next generation.

As the driving force behind Razzamataz Coventry, Kimisha is making high-quality performing arts education more accessible, helping young people build confidence, resilience, creativity, and a sense of belonging. Supported by a team of industry professionals with extensive training and performance experience, Razzamataz Coventry provides students with expert tuition and valuable insights into the performing arts industry.

Throughout the conversation, Kimisha reflects on her multicultural heritage, the importance of representation and inclusive storytelling, and the transformational impact that performing arts can have on children's confidence and personal development. She also takes listeners behind the scenes of producing a major school performance at the Belgrade Theatre, discusses the challenges she's faced as a Black woman in the industry, and shares exciting plans for performances at Disneyland Paris and future programmes.

Whether you're a parent, educator, aspiring performer, or simply passionate about helping young people thrive, this episode is a powerful reminder that confidence can begin with a single opportunity, and that every child deserves the chance to discover their voice.

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Razzamataz: https://www.instagram.com/razzamatazcoventry/

To find out more about the HAF program, head to: https://www.razzamataz.co.uk/school/17/Coventry/#classes

Perfect for listeners interested in natural hair, textured hair care, Black beauty, cultural identity, and confidence-building, this conversation is both inspiring and educational.

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Welcome to Diaspora Daughters with Gladys Kamau

In this empowering episode, we sit down with Tanika, a Caribbean-born hairstylist passionate about helping people embrace their natural hair and cultural identity. From her Caribbean roots to building a brand that celebrates confidence and heritage, Tanika shares her journey through the beauty industry and the importance of representation for textured hair in the UK.

The conversation explores the evolving perception of natural hair in professional spaces, the influence of cultural styling trends, and the importance of education when caring for textured and mixed-race hair. Tanika also opens up about overcoming industry challenges while creating safe spaces for confidence, self-expression, and cultural pride through her brand, Be Crowned

This episode is a powerful reminder that hair is more than beauty—it’s identity, heritage, and empowerment.

Follow Tanika on Instagram: @becrowned_braidstylist

Perfect for listeners interested in natural hair, textured hair care, Black beauty, cultural identity, and confidence-building, this conversation is both inspiring and educational.

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Welcome to Diaspora Daughters with Gladys Kamau

In this powerful episode, we dive into inspiring stories of resilience, spiritual growth, and community healing with Alex and Aaron, two passionate advocates transforming pain into purpose. From navigating trauma, grief, and challenging upbringings to embracing spirituality, shadow work, and holistic health, they share how reconnecting with cultural roots and nature is helping to heal individuals and uplift Black communities across the diaspora.

Through honest conversation, Alex and Aaron explore the rise of nature-based healing practices, including holistic hikes and retreats, alongside the importance of creating safe spaces for emotional release, particularly for men redefining masculinity and prioritising mental health. They also unpack the deeper connections between ancestral identity, including ties between Jamaica and Ghana, and how cultural awareness plays a vital role in personal and collective healing.

This episode offers practical insights for anyone beginning their healing journey, covering everything from connecting to your higher self and releasing stored trauma to building stronger communities through education, activism, and shared experiences. With an upcoming Bali retreat focused on deep transformation, this conversation is a reminder that healing is not only personal, it’s collective, cultural, and ongoing.

Perfect for listeners interested in spiritual growth, Black mental health, holistic wellness, and cultural identity, this episode is both grounding and empowering—inviting you to reconnect, reflect, and rise.

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Connect with us

Alex - https://www.instagram.com/italalexholistichealth/

Aaron - https://www.instagram.com/aaron_higherself/

Higher Self The Movement - https://www.instagram.com/higherselfthemovement/

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Welcome to Diaspora Daughters with Gladys Kamau

In this beautiful and powerful episode of Diaspora Daughters, Gladys sits down with Elizabeth, a young Ghanaian entrepreneur passionate about preserving and celebrating Ghanaian culture through the timeless art of Kente cloth.

Together, they explore the deep history, symbolism, and cultural significance of one of Ghana’s most iconic textiles. From the legendary story of Kente’s origins inspired by spider webs to its role as royal regalia, Elizabeth shares how this vibrant fabric continues to carry meaning across generations.

The conversation also dives into how Kente is being reimagined for modern diaspora audiences, through contemporary styling, special occasions, and cultural entrepreneurship abroad. Elizabeth opens up about the challenges of sourcing authentic Kente, the responsibility of cultural preservation, and why educating younger generations is key to keeping tradition alive.

This episode is a celebration of identity, heritage, and the powerful reminder of Sankofa, that sometimes, we must go back to our roots in order to move forward.

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Connect with Elizabeth

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kenteforaday/

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Welcome to the very first episode of Diaspora Daughters.

In this deeply grounding and expansive conversation, Gladys sits down with London-based Ghanaian artist Marcia Annor, whose spiritual artwork explores oneness, unity consciousness and the power of light within us all. Marcia shares her journey as a second-generation African woman navigating identity between Ghana and the UK, the experience of never fully feeling “at home”, and how art became her pathway to self-discovery.

From childhood creativity inspired by her brother’s drawings, to studying animation and freelancing with global brands, to eventually stepping fully into spiritual art, this episode explores what happens when you begin questioning your reality and choose to trust the answers that come from within.

Together, they reflect on growing up between cultures, moving beyond inherited religion into personal spirituality, and learning to trust your intuition even when it feels uncomfortable. Marcia opens up about her experience with severe social anxiety, how creativity became both her meditation and her validation, and why oneness is the core message behind her work.

Speaking directly to daughters of the diaspora, especially Black women, she reminds us not to dim our light, not to forget our roots, and to trust that we are far more powerful than we have been taught to believe.

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Connect with Marcia:

Instagram: @marciasdivinity

Email: [email protected]

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