Hey peeps!

Welcome to Part 2 of the conversation with lead artist, public face & voice of the newest & coolest world leading young person's mental health app Spoke, LEMZI & the CEO and Co-Founder (my cousin!) ARIANA !!

After talking all about the life experiences and events which led up to the creation of Spoke and the background of both Ariana and LEMZI, in this part we dive more specifically into the highs and lows of building a start-up, how to get investment and capitol and to ultimately find people who genuinely believe in the product as much as the founders do. 

Ariana really does give such insightful good advice for any young person looking to make their idea and vision a reality. Finally, both LEMZI and Ariana reveal to us what they are most proud of both personally and professionally. 

Can't wait for you to give this part a listen and to hear your thoughts on it all, after you've heard it, all by messaging us either on tiktok & insta @thisisnotthedariashow or by being an old soul by emailing us at [email protected] ;))

Don't forget to check out the SPOKE movement, https://www.spoke.world/ , and download the app - it's FREE !! 

Also, if you end up truly loving & resonating with the movement and are a passionate mental health advocate then do apply for their young person Spoke Community Leader position - https://form.typeform.com/to/bBigSZeB?typeform-source=www.spoke.world ;)) 

Thank you so much again guys for listening to our latest episode, honestly, so happy you love the show as much as we do! 

Have an awesome Friday & see you all super soon! 

Stay Safe. Stay True To Yourself.

Lots of Love,

Daria xx

Hey everyone!

Hope you are all doing well and aren't too stressed with any exams or anything you have at the moment. However, don't you worry. Because if you are indeed feeling a bit overwhelmed by it all at the moment then we've got you covered in today's episode ;)

Yes, that's right, today we are beyond lucky to have two individuals literally leading the way for accessible wellbeing and emotional health for young people in a way that's as easy as listening to your favourite music. 

It is my absolute pleasure to welcome lead artist, public face & voice of Spoke, LEMZI & the CEO and Co-Founder (and my cousin!) ARIANA !!

In this two part conversation we talk all about how this pioneering mental health movement came about and how Ariana not only came up with the concept but also how she, alongside the support and commitment of others, managed to get it all up and running into a professional app, one which you should all go download on the App Store now!

In this particular part, we learn about the personal and professional journeys of both LEMZI and Ariana (Lemzi graduated with a Law & Criminology degree now he's an artist full time - mad!) aswell as the events which led to the creation of the movement on Ariana's part.

In the next part, we dive more specifically into the highs and lows of building a start-up, how to get investment and to ultimately find people who genuinely believe in the product as much as the founder does. To conclude, Ariana and LEMZI give us some good advice for young people looking to make their idea a reality and we learn what both LEMZI and Ariana are most personally and professionally proud of.

Can't wait for you to give part dos a listen and to hear your thoughts after you've heard it all by messaging us either on tiktok & insta @thisisnotthedariashow or being an old soul by emailing us at [email protected] ;)) 

Lots of Love,

Daria xx

Hey guys - welcome to Part Two with our social media superstar ALICIA ROSE BREUER !! T

Together we’re diving right into the world behind our phone screens, tiktok viral & trending hashtags, brand deals, partnerships aswell as “haters” & toxicity within the social media world. In this part, we focus on Alicia’s career, the challenges and insecurities she has as well as all the fun, opportunities & excitement she gets from the ultimate GenZ career. 

We also learn that Alicia hopes to break into another industry too! However, that remains strictly confidential😏 …. maybe she’ll pass on some more clues when she’s next on the show ;)) Thank you so much Alicia for fitting us into your super busy schedule, it’s been super fun, insightful & thought provoking. Keep smashing it gal!! We’re all right behind you 😎😎 

Let us know your thoughts from today guys on our insta & tiktok @thisisnotthedariashow or email us on [email protected] - would love to hear from you :)) Also, be sure to give Alicia a follow too on all of the main socials @aliciarosebreuer ;)) 

Thank you so much for all your awesome support & enthusiasm thus far. Honestly means so much guys, thank you. 

Can’t wait to see you in the next episode ahh !! 

Stay Safe & Stay Swag. 

Lots of Love, Daria xx

Hey guys!

I do hope you are all well, rearing & ready to go for today’s interview.

I am beyond excited to introduce you to one of my oldest & coolest friends. In fact, you may actually already know her. Or, at least, recognise her face, specifically her stunningly gorgeous green eyes ;)) She’s all over your TikTok For You Page. Yes, you’ve guessed it. It’s one of TikToks fastest growing superstars. Introducing, the one & only ALICIA ROSE BREUER!!! 

Join us for our super relaxed & fun two part conversation where we dive right into Alicia’s social media journey. We get to know what she was like as a young school girl and how at aged 16 how just a call with Unlocked Branding went on to change forever, in a way neither her nor her family could have ever imagined. It was honestly so fun filming this with Alicia - her energy & zeal for life is infectious and she’s just a joy to have around :)) 

Thank you so much for opening up to all of us and giving us such insight into this industry which literally is like a whole new world. A world which we, as GenZ, are the first to experience - mad. As always, do let us know your thoughts on today’s episode by dropping us a message on @thisisnotthedariashow on both insta & tiktok or popping us an email, [email protected]. We’d love to hear from you :)) don't forget to give Alicia a follow too on her insta, tiktok and YouTube (you better find that camera charger gal! Haha) @aliciarosebreuer. 

Thank you so much for all your continued love & support with this project, it really does mean so much. Wishing you nothing much love & swag vibes. 

Hope you enjoy Part 2 too ... do let me know your thoughts after ;) 

lots of love, 

Daria xx

We’re back for Part 2!

In this part we continue our super stimulating and passionate conversation on our generation's most current issues. 

We throw some shade to the SOAS Marxist supporters who don't genuinely hold Marxist views but instead join the movement to simply be perceived as "cool" or "edgy." We talk about the challenges and culture of university political discussion which regrettably does sometimes have a tendency to ostracise or even in some extreme cases "cancel" students and staff who hold more traditional conservative values and views. 

We speak about the legacy of the USSR and Communism in Eastern European countries, particularly Romania, and how the Church and politics are still intrinsically intertwined in many of these satellite states. We discuss the modern history and politics of Romania and how despite a strong sense of national identity there is an extremely low voting turnout and young Romanians are so disillusioned that many don't see their future in Romania.

We express why young people should become politically engaged or active and why Laura believes voting is a fundamental civic duty to the extent it should be made compulsory if appropriate. 

Finally, we look at how media has completely changed the nature of modern day politics and the works of politicians as well as the dirty world of politics, business & money.  

I had such an awesome time recording this conversation & listening back to it makes me so happy because I'm so pleased with it - I do hope you're pleased with it too :))

Thank you so much Laura for fitting me into your super busy schedule ( honestly guys, uni exams, internship, research analyst, diplomacy society journal society, captain of UCL basketball - what can't she do?!! #slayy ;)) Seriously though, this young woman is going far! Make sure you give her a follow @laurraionescu ;)) 

As always, please do drop us a message on insta or tiktok @thisisnotthedariashow to let us know your thoughts on today's episode. Or, if you're breaking the GENZ norm and living a social media free life then firstly I salute you ;) and secondly do ping us an email to let us know your thoughts, [email protected] :))

Thank you so much for listening to this week's podcast, it really does mean so much. 

Wishing you nothing but positive, productive & swag vibes for the rest of your day. 

Stay safe. Stay true to yourself. 

Lots of love, 

Daria xx

btw: Romania is one of the least urbanised countries in the EU at 75% & has 46% of its population living in rural areas (WHO/Europe 2022)

In the 2019 Romanian Presidential election, the overall average voting turnout across all rounds was 49.02% (Forbes May 2019)  - the EU's average is 50.95% (Forbes May 2019) which actually really surprises me #yourvotematterseurope #alwaysvote !!

Hey guys!

Welcome to the third interview of @thisisnotthedariashow. Thank you so much for landing yourself here, honestly, you guys actually listening and supporting the podcast, which has basically become my little baby now lowkey ;) means so much and from the bottom of my heart I thank you :))

I am beyond excited to introduce to a big BNOC of UCL (Big Name On Campus ;), she’s an absolute GIRL BOSS, one of the most insightful, intelligent and ambitious young women I know. Please let me introduce you to my friend ….. LAURA!!

Laura Ionescu (@laurraionescu ;) has just finished her first year at University College London studying Politics & International Relations and has strong political opinions and visions regarding both her homeland, Romania, and the wider global world.

During this first part of our super educational and insightful conversation, we firstly dive right into the Ukrainian and Russian war. We discuss how the politics and consequences of the conflict not only affect Ukrainian and Russian domestic politics & societies but also wider Europe, particularly for those ex Soviet satellite states like Romania. We also look into how Ukrainian and Eastern Europeans are now regarded by politics, media and society and how that compares to their presentation during the Brexit campaign.

This conversation consequently leads on the relationship between politics and media and why certain conflicts or issues are broadcasted, publicised or are actively spoken about and while others remain silenced. We also discuss how our generation has become almost obsessed with meaningless social media activism, "Slackitvism",  where in some cases, users may repost an article having not even read beyond the headline themselves!

I honestly learnt so much talking with Laura. She exemplifies a remarkable young woman of our generation. Strong and committed to her values and views but actively seeks to hear other perspectives to broaden her full understanding of an issue. Can't wait for you to take a listen to Part 2 ;)) 

Hey guys, 

We're back for part two of this super insightful interview into the life of a freelance artist who's really pushing all the boundaries in the global custom sneaker industry.

In this half we discover what the working day looks like for Melicka alongside the challenges and worries she faces after choosing to not continue university studies which traditionally would have guaranteed her a secure future - not to mention at one of the world's best university's doing THE most lucrative degree - economics, bold, brave girl boss move!! 

Of course, we love young people who have ambition, drive & dreams so we find out Melicka's hopes & plans for the future. All we can say is this young woman is going places. She's going far. Join her journey now @mlcka so you can say you were a day one supporter just like you're a day one supporter if you follow us @thisisnotthedariashow & join us on the journey ;))

Thanks so so much Melicka azezam for sacrificing a whole day's worth of work for us, I appreciate it sm gal :)) Can't wait for you to cross the Midlands border into East Midlands to discover the magical fairyland that is Northampton. STUNNING it is. truly :))

As always let us know your thoughts & views of this week's episode, ideas for future episodes or just drop us a dm @dariasefre or @thisisnotthedariashow if you're bored or just wanna chat :)) also, follow us on tik tok @thisisnotthedariashow ;))

Thank you so much again Melicka for sharing your story, you're truly an inspiration for us all. You're authentic, pure & creative ( true aries ;)) soul are all qualities which I admire most about you, thank you girl, thank you. 

Stay safe. Stay true to yourself. 

Lots of love, 

Daria xx

ps don't forget to bring my cable which I left in your studio to Britain's most stunning town , Northampton, big up big up ;)) 

Hey guys!

Today we're about to dive into the world of breaking convention, expectation & turning your passion & talent into your full time career. I'm super excited to introduce you to a bestie ...... MELICKA!! 

We also welcome back on the show the manager, personal videographer & security body guard ..... Ranya Khanom! Love ya gal :)) 

In the first part of this two part episode we learn about the origins & evolution of Melicka's interest & talent in art and how despite taking some of the most scientifically intense subjects of maths, further maths & chemistry at A-Level her real passion lay within the arts. We learn about Melicka's decision to interrupt uni back in sept 2020 - #normaliseinterruptions - and how that year made her reconsider her entire life & career. 

SPOILER : @mlcka then drops out of uni for good ahhhh!!!

Melicka is the perfect example of our GENZ generation. She shows us that is it possible to build a very successful & profitable business doing something that you love day in & day out. Big respect to you Melicka. Love you :))

Everyone go follow her & follow us @thisisnotthedariashow on Insta & TikTok & as always let us know your thoughts, we'd love to hear from you ;)) 

Hope you enjoy part 2 as much as part 1 :))

Stay safe. Stay True to yourself. 

Daria xx

Hey guys, 

Join us in this second half where we reveal what it's really like to be a UCL student! 

We let you know what sort of student community culture UCL has, talk about being a London student more generally alongside giving our review on the absolutely fabulous and entirely functional facilities all London unis offer at such a reasonable and affordable price #fakenews :((. We finish off by summarising our thoughts and giving you a few points of what we wish we had known before embarking on the university journey :)) 

As always, we would love to hear your thoughts and opinions on our first ever proper episode! DM us @thisisnothedariashow on instagram or drop us an email on [email protected] ;))

Thank you so much Ranya azizam for diving into the mad world of university with me. Absolutely loved having you on the show. Everyone go follow this truly awesome & authentic soul on insta @ranyadizayee ;))

Can't wait to hopefully see you in the next episode where we'll be diving into another pertinent matter with the help, experience and expertise of another awesome guest. 

Stay safe. Stay true to yourself. 

Lots of Love, 

Daria :)) xx

Hey guys! 

It's our first episode with a special guest. Please let me introduce you to one of my closest friends, crisis makes you closer :),  RANYA!!

Like me, Ranya went to UCL back in Sept 2021 but soon realised with her background, expectations and having been locked away thanks to the pandemic we simply realised we weren't ready for university, And guess what? That's perfectly ok.

This podcast is in two sections. In the first we'll cover our expectations of uni life alongside how we found the academics and official wellbeing support once we arrived at UCL. In the second, we'll demystify what the culture and community is like at UCL alongside life as a London uni student and the accommodation situation. Finally, we'll wrap up with a few points of things we wish we had known before going to uni. 

As always, please do drop us a DM @thisisnotthedariashow or email your thoughts, [email protected], about today's podcast - we'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences :)). Ranya & I had the BEST time recording this for you guys so hopefully you love it as much as we do :))

Looking forward to seeing you in the next episode where we'll dive into another GENZ meaningful topic with another awesome guest ;))

Stay safe. Stay true to yourself. 

Lots of Love, 

Daria :)) xx