In this episode, Michael, a Ghanaian immigrant, shares his powerful journey of leaving behind his five children in Ghana to seek a better future for his family. Now, he’s navigating the challenges of balancing two worlds: the family life he cherishes back home and his life in the UK.

Join us as Michael opens up about the struggles, sacrifices, and hope that fuel his mission.

In this episode, Tomiwa a Nigerian immigrant takes us on an inspiring journey of how he climbed the ranks to become a Vice President at a Fortune 500 investment bank, the significance of Black History Month and the power of reclaiming narratives.

Join Mo in this empowering episode as she dives into her passion for Black History Month and the 2024 theme, ‘Reclaiming Narratives.’ Mo discusses why it’s so important to take this moment to challenge the narratives people have about immigrants, reclaim our voices, and show the world who we truly are.

Happy Black History Month!!! 🎉

In this episode, we’re joined by Manu, aka BBMojo, a Risk & Advisory Associate who also happens to have a passion for music. We put his skills to the test, challenging him to freestyle with prompts like ‘The Chronicles of an Immigrant’ and ‘My Dreams Are Valid.’ Along the way, we dive into what it’s really like growing up in Kuwait, the ever-debated question: Pension or No Pension, and of course, Mo’s recent holiday adventures in Antalya!

Curious to hear how the freestyle turned out? Tune in for a good time!

In this episode, I’m taking you on a journey through the ins and outs of navigating life as an international student in the UK. From the essential do’s and don’ts to the pitfalls I wish I’d avoided, I’m sharing practical tips and personal experiences to help you succeed. Tune in to learn from my mistakes and gain insights that will set you up for success as an international student in the UK!

Like many African parents, mine were very protective and had a clear plan for my life: attend school, earn a degree, marry, and have children. However, I longed for freedom. At 16, I left home and found myself pregnant, leading a life far different from what they had envisioned.

Listen to Bola, a Nigerian immigrant, as she shares her personal journey.

Anne moved to the UK in 1997, when letters and phone cards were all she had to stay connected to her roots and friends in Nigeria. But times have changed with the rise of the internet. What she didn’t know when she embarked on her migration journey, was that a scam awaited her—one that would make her question what it truly means to live.

This is a story you won’t want to miss. Tune in to hear it.

You only fail when you give up. This is a summary of Soniya's journey.

Moving from Pakistan to the UAE and then to the UK, she shares the differences between life in these countries, practical tips for navigating the UK job market, and the secret behind how she found a visa-sponsored job in the UK.

The Bermuda Triangle may be a myth, but Carla’s story is very real. Trapped in an abusive relationship and emotionally shattered, Carla knew she had to escape—not just for herself, but for her sons, who dreamed of a future in football. With nine suitcases in tow, she took the brave step to leave Bermuda behind and start anew in Manchester, UK.

Tune in to hear how Carla found the courage and strength to leave an abusive relationship and rebuild her life as a single mother raising two boys in a foreign land.

While preparing for my first university exams, I received a life-changing call from my mother—it was time to leave Nigeria. At 16, I found myself in the UK, adjusting to a new educational system and living in a one-bedroom house with eight people. As we found stability, I faced unexpected challenges, including my first protest, and began to discover my identity as a Black, Muslim girl in a world that saw me differently.

Join Fathiat as she shares her journey of self-discovery and adaptation in a new country. Please like, subscribe, and comment!