DeLisha is an author, writer, and social change agent. DeLisha received her master's degree in Organizational Management at Ashford University, where she focused her attention on Leadership and Media Management. During this time, she began using her knowledge within the #SayHerName movement to help others become a catalyst for change. With a focal point of Black women, she believes that “Black women and their stories are ignored. They become whispers in the background, ghosts in the night.” She has spoken at Harvard University, Texas A&M University, and the University of Maryland on social justice, black women, and intersectionality. Her commitment to amplifying Black women's narratives is showcased in her curated space, Black Superwoman Chronicles, which amplifies the different modes of storytelling of Black women. DeLisha is currently a doctoral student at The University of Dayton in their Doctor of Education, Leadership for Change. Within that program, she looks to tackle the lack of diversity and inclusion in leadership within nonprofits. In today’s episode, DeLisha and Maya discuss her experiences with a name that may invoke certain connotations, becoming comfortable with her name, and becoming comfortable in her skin.

Toni Kent is a professional speaker, compere and stand up with a specific focus on social mobility. Using her own journey as a rich seam of material and humour as a means to diffuse what can be a tricky topic, Toni’s performed for audiences that range from corporate insurers and tech firms to local hospices and hundreds of Women’s Institute members.

In today's episode, Toni discusses how her name was chosen, her funny experiences with having a confusing first name, having to learn her husband's friend's actual names and nicknames, and identity associated with being a parent.

Sho is a LinkedIn Top Voice for Job Search & Careers and the founder of his career coaching & training company, Workhap. He has helped thousands get hired with the best companies in the world and his work has been featured in HR Magazine, Jumpstart Media, and Pixl Media.

In today’s minisode, Sho discusses his experiences of being asked if he has an English name by a client and being asked to use a different (more English-sounding) name at work in order to increase his sales.

This episode covers Princess' experiences with having a unique name, only discovering her first name during secondary school, and altering her name during job applications. It also explores the meaning of Princess' full name and touches on Ghanaian naming traditions.

That’s My Name is a podcast all about names. Rihanna, Eminem, Destiny’s Child and other prolific artists have rapped or sung about them. Names can be steeped in history and enriched with meaning. We all have one and they form part of our identity. Each episode will feature a guest, in conversation with podcast host, Maya, to discuss a particular topic related to the theme of names. Subscribe to this podcast to hear discussions about names with guests from all walks of life.