There are times when in an instant our lives can take a turn for the worse - through a health challenge, the loss of a loved one or the end of a relationship. In these moments what does faith look like and what's the role of a church community? In this episode we spoke to Manouchka, a church leader based in Miami. At the start of 2018 she was involved in a horrific car crash that almost claimed her life and resulted in her being in a coma for 10 days. She spoke about the process of healing, dealing with the loss of expectation when you lose things and the importance of surrounding yourself with those who can uplift you during such seasons. 

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Society can often seem to define what makes us worthy or successful - whether it be by our job titles, our achievements, our social status or our looks. What if some of those things were to be stripped away - would we still know and be confident in our identity? In this episode, we interviewed Julie Galanti - an inspiring leader of women and pastor based in London. In this episode she spoke about how challenges such as the murder of her father and battling cancer twice impacted her and how her faith has provided the anchor to her identity and vision of her future.

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What does it look like to bring your full self to work and be confident in your voice when you get there? What does it look like to navigate imposter syndrome when you're in a position of leadership with others looking up to you? In this episode, we interviewed Lindsay Peoples Wagner the editor-in-chief of Teen Vogue and the youngest ever editor at Condé Nast. In this episode we spoke to her about the values instilled in her that have helped her navigate life, being a black woman in fashion and how she's pioneering in her field.

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What does it look like to be vulnerable in our friendships and relationships and how can such transparency lead to growth and more meaningful connections? And in a time where feminism has so many streams and can often get a bad rap, what does it mean to truly embrace and celebrate our differences as women in female friendships? In this episode we spoke to Seun Toye-Kayode a real champion of women. Seun's an Associate in Global Markets and the founder of ACAW and has built feminism and vulnerability into the fabric of all she does. 

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For many of us, our desire to provide comes from a good place and a commitment to excel in our chosen field. But, as we build wealth, what does it mean to hold it lightly and be generous from our hearts to our actions? In this episode, we spoke to David Gardner OBE - Former CEO & board director of Atari and previously COO of Electronic Arts ("EA") and his wife Eli Gardner, a clinical psychologist and founder and director of the charity Kids Matter. They shared how their faith shapes their perspective on ambition and wealth and how generosity is an important value they continually cultivate in their marriage.

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What does it take to be comfortable and open with your faith and identity when working for a well-known company? In this episode, we spoke to Nona Jones, Head of Faith Based Partnerships at Facebook. She talks about the journey of leaving an amazing job with nothing lined up, learning to trust God through this, to then getting the call out of the blue where she was headhunted by Facebook. She also spoke about what it's like to lead this team that aligns with her core values and how she thinks faith communities can utilise social media and technology to engage with more people.

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Often when people make their wedding vows, there’s a line that says in sickness and in health. How do you navigate marriage when that is really tested? In this episode we spoke to Hunterr Orcutt, a wife, mother and event planner based in Texas. She spoke to us about her journey of the last few years from finding out how casual drinking drifted into an addiction to alcohol for her husband - just as she was expecting their first child. She also spoke about the challenge of separation, the importance of rehab and counselling and how God helped restore their marriage and give their family a fresh start. 

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In the age of the pandemic, what does it look like to pivot and innovate as an entrepreneur? A few weeks ago, Anifa Mveumba - the founder and creative director of the fashion label Hanifa -launched the first virtual fashion show to an incredible reception around this world. In this episode we spoke about how she’s used technology to grow the reach of her brand, what it means to have vision even as you learn the skills and how to overcome challenges as a young entrepreneur.

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What does it look like to leave a well paid and for many dream career to pursue your calling - [articularly when a new role doesn't provide the financial security you were used to? Pippa Baker previously had a thriving career in advertising and then felt called to move into full-time ministry. In this episode she shares what it means to experience God’s peace as you enter the world of the unknown and why you can fulfil your calling in any industry. 

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When it comes to work, so much can be shaped by other people's opinions and that is something so many of us have to fight against. Nas Abraham has worked with brands including MAC cosmetics, Apple, Vogue and Cartier. In this episode he shares how he's navigated ambition, identity and purpose as a Multi-Media Visual Artist and the importance of finding our worth and anchor outside of what we do and create. 

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