Into The Core with Linda

If there is someone who has soared in the African Fashion Industry or just the fashion industry it's  Ms. Diana Opoti. The first time I met her she came to Addis Ababa to cover The Hub of Africa Fashion Week for DSTV. She was a delight when I met her, green in the industry but also asked some very key questions about the industry. Cut to two years later, I met up with her and she was thinking of starting 100 days of African Fashion and she was already in the middle of her show Designing Africa. I still have her in my view and still amazed by the progress she has made - but don't think it's been easy, it tough and she is still standing - I am humbled to be chatting with Business of Fashion listed,  Africa pushing, talented and supporter of all brands African - Diana Opoti.

We started with a mission to talk about Bias in the industry and we are taking it there...

We will touch on what's happening in the industry in Africa, What we need to do to change the "Bias" perspective as well as how we need to approach Fashion in 2021!

Join me as I speak candidly with two amazing people, Udochi and Papa... Thank you Tokyo James for the introduction.

We are back to speaking with the Amazing Charles Lamont Garner drummer for the amazing India Aire. He has been one of the most insightful people I know who give(s) the best advice with lots of love and guidance from his relationship with GOD. I love that he is a humble human who continues to inspire us! If you did not catch the first interview during "Pandemic Season" please do catch him with me. Let's be inspired!

Kenny Allen is one 'helluva' an individual! He took on a path that to most would scare them, but he moved from his home town in DC to Addis Ababa Ethiopia 15 years ago and has conquered and soared in his music, producing for local and international artists and still had time to do radio, act and create a bag brand Undken! I love his zeal, I love his passion and I love all the change he embraces in his life! He is always re-creating and evolving and I want a slice of his pie! Let's talk about all things Kenny Allen and what's happening and what he's planning!

Food & Fashion, heart & Soul - This is what we are going to be talking about with renowned chef Marcus Samuelsson. Owner of The Red Rooster, Chef, Author, TV star is going to be on "Into The Core Podcast with Linda". I feel like all the ingredients have been laid out and all I have to do is follow the instructions to make sure that what I serve is delicious! I have been anticipating this interview for such a long time, I know that God has this! Please join me for a candid chat with the man himself!

It felt very serendipitous when we met at a local cafe in Addis Ababa to talk about the 1st English Radio station in Ethiopia, only to realize we had actually met when I was working at Capital FM. He actually walked in while I was in the middle of a show, and the rest is part of my story! Some say it's chance, I say it was God's way! Well, this amazing gentleman Addis Alemayehou would then mentor me, guide US (Mahlet & I) when we were setting up The Hub of Africa Fashion Week, and has continued to be one of the biggest resources in my life! He is Unlocking Africa one step at a time, bridging the gap between innovative ideas and financial support through strategic partnerships.

Her conversations start with Hello Fierce One, and I feel empowered! I can only imagine what Mukami has been up to, always sending beautiful messages, messages that beam light of hope for our future generations as well as messages that make it click in our heads - We Are Bad A** and we are coming for you! I just cannot wait to speak with her and catch up on this new project she has been creating behind the scenes. If you are a mama ( and Papa) show up and let's get inspired about the future! She! Her! Hers! Please SUBSCRIBE to INTO THE CORE PODCAST on YOUTUBE to follow the conversation! Sending Love!

Today, my guest that I will be chatting with is Leah A. Rudolfo who is a New York-based photo editor with extensive experience as a producer, editor & researcher for magazine and book publications as well as tablet and online content providers.

She has worked in the magazine industry, with proven & progressive experience, holding tenures at Men's Health and Essence magazines. She specializes in shoot production and creative direction, working on celebrity, fashion, lifestyle, still life, conceptual, beauty, and food shoots, with awards from American Photography and PDN.

Leah has been a part of several book projects including "Like a Mighty Stream" by Patrick Bass, "Better Than Alright" by Ledisi and "A Salute to Michelle Obama" by the Editors of Essence and published by Time, Inc.

Currently, she is a Senior Photo Editor for Manifest, leading independent custom content and digital experience agency.

So much to learn from and be inspired by this AMAZING woman - Leah!

A friend, A sister, A comrade, and a partner in crime is who Wangari Fahari is to me! She is an amazing songstress/writer/music producer/Advocate for the musician from all walks of life who believes that healing & forgiveness leads to the purest side of creativity. I am honored to speak to her about Music and the new road ahead. FYI, her voice... Nostalgia! Oh, thank you Aaron Rimbui for not being there for the interview at Capital FM, you would have stolen my friend, I WON big time!