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Suleyman ‘Suley’ Wellings-Longmore, human rights lawyer, Harvard Law graduate and acclaimed artist, shares his journey from London to Paris to Ghana. In this exchange, he explores identity, heritage and how masking tape became a powerful tool in his art to make the vulnerable seen and heard. 
 

Suleyman ‘Suley’ Wellings-Longmore is a British artist of Jamaican, Nigerian and Polish heritage, and a graduate of the University of Leeds and Harvard Law School. A Sir Frank Bowling Scholar on the Painting programme at the Royal College of Art, Suley’s practice explores the psychological impact of visual art. Through the sensory, almost physical experience of optical illusions, his work confronts the viewer while challenging their autonomy, engaging with themes of impermanence and change. 

Deep, Angie and Rajdeep dive headfirst into some of life’s greatest taboos: death and grieving. We explore why it’s so easy to avoid these conversations, and offer a fresh perspective on how to open up about loss, process grief. Our conversation explores everything from the initial shock of loss to navigating the long-term journey of grief and honouring the lives of those we love, while offering practical insights.

Xavi is a city trader who turned his back on finance to pursue his dreams of being a multidisciplinary artist. In this conversation, we explore how he discovered his true calling and what it means to lead a life of purpose.

Xavier Laurent Leopold is a Sierra Leone-born, South London-based artist, author and lecturer whose bold abstract portraiture explores themes of time, introspection, faith and legacy. A Sir Frank Bowling Scholar, he is currently pursuing an MA in Sculpture at the Royal College of Art. Xavier has exhibited widely, been featured on the BBC, and showcased alongside artists such as Basquiat. His globally stocked book, Art for the Heart, champions creativity for well-being, reflecting his commitment to mental health and youth advocacy.

We sit down with Navjot ‘Nav’ Sawhney, founder of The Washing Machine Project, to hear how a chance encounter during a sabbatical in South India changed the course of his life. What began as a conversation with a neighbour has become a global mission to empower women and ease the burden of handwashing clothes.

Navjot ‘Nav’ Sawhney is a humanitarian engineer and the founder of The Washing Machine Project, a social enterprise that designs and distributes manual washing machines to people in need.

Claire Davies, a former British military officer with 22 years in counterintelligence, shares her journey from global conflict zones to the boardroom. Now a Chief Information Security Officer, she opens up about overcoming imposter syndrome and leading the fight against cyber threats in the business world.

Claire Davies is a highly respected British military veteran with 22 years of experience specialising in counterintelligence across global conflict zones. She now leads teams in the fight against cybercrime, bringing her strategic expertise to the digital frontline.

There’s more to success in business than the bottom line. Sabine Zetteler, founder of a purpose-driven communications agency, joins us to discuss how integrity shapes every part of her business. From choosing the right collaborators to standing by your values, Sabine shares what it takes to build a people-first agency rooted in respect, equity and social justice.

Discover the inspiring story of Harnarayan Singh, the trailblazing first Canadian-Sikh ice hockey commentator. From his early passion for the sport to breaking barriers in broadcasting, Harnarayan weaves together his love of hockey and kirtan, offering a unique perspective on culture, identity and belonging.

Harnarayan Singh, born and raised in small-town Alberta, became one of Canada’s top media personalities. He has over 800 games of experience as an NHL broadcaster. As a play-by-play announcer for Hockey Night in Canada on Sportsnet, he continues to inspire audiences nationwide.

Rejane Dal Bello, an award-winning graphic designer, and David Barnett, Senior Lecturer at Chelsea College of Arts, share their personal journeys into the arts and explore their understanding of seva, or selfless service. They reflect on their work with Without Shape Without Form and what the arts have taught them about purpose and creativity.

Gossip feels like harmless fun – but is it really? Deep, Angie and Ameet come together to challenge the ‘innocence’ of gossip, exploring its impact on everyday life and sharing practical tools to create more positive spaces of growth and truth.

We learn the most from our biggest challenges. In this episode, our guest Radek shares how a near-death experience radically changed his perspective. We explore what life meant to him before the accident, and what lessons he’s learnt since.

Radek Lisiak is a Polish-born martial artist and jiu-jitsu black belt based in Slough, UK. After surviving a near-death experience, he now shares insights on resilience, growth, and purpose.