Wanna Be

Welcome back to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.

I’m Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now. You can now become a member and get unlimited access to both of our podcast studios for just £199 a month. Head on over to Contentisqueen.org to learn more.

Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be’s focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.

Today I’m back with three uplifting guests who are going to help you:

• Think about your video presence
• To not chase the things everyone else is doing
• And check in with your body

Let’s get into it

Today’s guest is model, author and student Naomi Shimada. Naomi is the host of Beauty Fix on BBC Sounds and the co-author of Mixed Feelings. She has starred in campaigns for Nike, H&M and Gap and her writing has been featured in Vogue, Elle and The Observer.

In this episode, Naomi and I talk about the effects of overwhelm and taking a step back from the online and digital world. We explore how our lifestyles can contribute to our health and why we should be listening to our bodies, and intution when it comes to our work.

Let’s go...

Right, I want you to get to know Brian Hollingsworth who is a social media expert. Here he is with a quick message for you. 

You can always rely on Brian to keep things straight with you, I’m not sure video is the next frontier but I do know I now have to add practicings my video presence to my ever-growing to-do list. You should 100% be following Brian on Instagram @theBKH if you aren’t already. He’s forever dropping gems on how to be a better content creator on social. Now back to our incredible guest Naomi Shimada.

Ok, let me tell you, Naomi and I were VIBING in this episode. I can only hope that all the goodness transferred over to you too. To find out about Naomi’s work you can find her on Instagram on @NaomiShimada

Before we wrap up, Here’s author, writer and podcaster Natalie Lue with some must-hear advice about carving your own path.

That’s a wrap, thank you so much for listening. I hope this half an hour has made you think, reflect and contemplate what your next step should be.

I’d like to encourage you to think about one person who would benefit from the messages shared today and I’d love for you to share this episode with them, right now! If you’d like to hear the extended interview with Naomi, all you have to do is screenshot and share this episode to your Instagram stories and tag @contentisqueenhq.

Remember you can now become a member and get unlimited access to both of our podcast studios for just £199 a month. Head on over to Contentisqueen.org to learn more.

Until next time…. Byeeee

Credits

This is a Content is Queen Production

Hosted by me Imriel Morgan

Edited by Joseph Perry

Sound Design by Amber Miller

Music and sound FX’s are from Epidemic Sound

We’ll come back to Naomi in a few minutes. 

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Welcome back to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.

I’m Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now. We run 2x members-only podcast studios in the heart of London. To get unlimited access to our studios you can become a member for just £199 when you visit contentisqueen.org

Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be’s focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.

Today I’m back with three inspiring guests who are going to help you:

• Acknowledge that you have lot to offer in your career
• Question the role of excellence in your life
• And Reflect on how you take feedback and criticism

Let’s get into it

Today’s guest is Raphael Sofoluke who is an entrepreneur and the founder of the UK Black Business Show, an annual exhibition which highlights and promotes some of the amazing businesses founded by members of the Black community, and the Black Tech Achievement Awards. Raphael was highlighted in 2020 as one of Forbes “25 Leading Black British Business people to follow”.

In today’s episode we talk about creating high-quality experiences for your community, knowing what to ask for and when. We also get the ins and outs of what the potential barriers to entry are and how to overcome them.

Let’s go...

Be sure to check out Raphael’s book Twice As Hard which is available from all good bookstores.

We’ll come back to Rapahel in a few minutes. I want you to get to know Derek Owusu who is an award-winning writer, author and podcaster. He’s been busy working on his new book and has this to share today.

You might know this but I’ve known Derek for a few years when I used to produce his podcast Mostly Lit. I can definitely understand and relate to the challenges around accepting feedback and not taking it personally. You can check out Derek’s novel That Reminds Me in all major bookstores. Now back to the Raphael.

Before we wrap up, Here’s comedian Lolly Adefope with some must-hear advice that’ll.

That’s a wrap, thank you so much for listening. I hope this half an hour has made you think, reflect and contemplate what your next step should be.

I’d like to encourage you to think about one person who would benefit from the messages shared today and I’d love for you to share this episode with them, right now! If you’d like to hear the extended interview with Sharon, all you have to do is screenshot and share this episode to your Instagram stories and tag @contentisqueenhq.

Until next time…. Byeeee

Credits

This is a Content is Queen Production

Hosted by me Imriel Morgan

Edited by Joseph Perry

Sound Design by Amber Miller

Music and sound FX’s are from Epidemic Sound

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.

I’m Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now.

Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be’s focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.

Today I’m back with three inspiring guests who are going to help you:

• Reimagine your life and your purpose
• Make gratitude part of your daily practice
• Press pause on overworking

Let’s get into it

Today’s guest is Robert Hartwell the Founder and Artistic Director of The Broadway Collective where he is training the next generation of Broadway artists. Roberts credits include Motown: The Musical, and the Tony Award Winning Revival of Hello, Dolly! starring Bette Midler.

In this episode you’re cup will be overflowing because Robert is so full of wisdom and gratitude that you can’t help but benefit fro his light. This conversation will help you realign your goals and actions with your purpose, deal with adversity and develop enviable discipline.

We’ll come back to Robert in a few minutes. I want you to get to know Sebastian Thiel who is an incredible filmmaker and emerging Director. Sebastian recently directed the BBC 3 show Dreaming Whilst Black. Here he is with a quick message for you. You can learn more about Sebastian’s work by following him @SebastianThiel on Twitter and Instagram. Now back to the fabulous Robert.

For anyone interested in getting into the theatre I highly recommend following Robert @SirRobertTakesPics and do check out the Broadway Collective @Bwaycollective and bwaycollective.com.

Before we wrap up, Here’s the author and all-around badass Elaine Welteroth with some must-hear advice that’ll put an end to the part of you that always wants to do too much.

That’s a wrap, thank you so much for listening. I hope this half an hour has made you think, reflect and contemplate what your next step should be.

I’d like to encourage you to think about one person who would benefit from the messages shared today and I’d love for you to share this episode with them, right now! If you’d like to hear the extended interview with Rober, all you have to do is screenshot and share this episode to your Instagram stories and tag @contentisqueenhq.

Until next time…. Byeeee

Credits

This is a Content is Queen Production

Hosted by me Imriel Morgan

Edited by Joseph Perry

Sound Design by Amber Miller

Music and sound FX’s are from Epidemic Sound

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.

I’m Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now.

Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be’s focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.

Today I’m back with three inspiring guests who are going to help you:

• Understand why seeing is believing
• To be more playful and curious
• How to start prioritising yourself and your wellbeing

Let’s get into it

Today’s guest is actress Sharon Duncan-Brewster who is a familiar face to many Brits listening. Sharon is best known for her role as Crystal Gordon in Bad Girls and as Trina Johnson on EastEnders; but she’s also had recurring roles in Top Boy and Sex Education.

The focus of this interview is help you find your place in the world and to carve out a lane that you can dominate. We also talk about taking back power in situations that you may find intimidating.

Let’s go...

We’ll come back to Sharon in a few minutes. I want you to get to know Opeyemi Sofoluke who is lead regional manager of Diversity and Inclusion at Facebook! Opeyemi has a few things to share, that I think you’ll relate to. Take it away. 

Yess to taking breaks and prioritising yourself. I can definitely relate. I’ve been reading Twice as Hard and I’m grateful this book exists as a blueprint for us to navigate our careers. You can get it in all major bookstores. Now back to Sharon.

I’ve really been watching Sharon on TV throughout my life and it was an honour to learn more about the woman behind all of the characters. You can catch Sharon on Sky One’s Intergalactic from the 30th April. Follow her on Instagram @ShazDB

Before we wrap up, Here’s comedian Don’t Jealous Me with some must-hear advice that’ll bring out the child in you.

That’s a wrap, thank you so much for listening. I hope this half an hour has made you think, reflect and contemplate what your next step should be.

I’d like to encourage you to think about one person who would benefit from the messages shared today and I’d love for you to share this episode with them, right now! If you’d like to hear the extended interview with Sharon, all you have to do is screenshot and share this episode to your Instagram stories and tag @contentisqueenhq.

Until next time…. Byeeee

Credits

This is a Content is Queen Production

Hosted by me Imriel Morgan

Edited by Joseph Perry

Sound Design by Amber Miller

Music and sound FX’s are from Epidemic Sound

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.

I’m Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now.

Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be’s focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.

Today I have three exceptional guests who are going to help you:

• Understand the power of working with other people
• Overcome restrictions and limitations placed upon you and help you
• Figure out why it’s necessary to shake things up to achieve growth

Let’s get into it.

I’m very excited to bring you my guest today. Author and scholar Dr Ibram X Kendi who is the great mind behind the #1 New York Times bestseller ‘How to be an anti-racist’. Dr Kendi is one of America’s foremost historians and leading antiracist scholars. He is also a contributing writer at The Atlantic and a Racial Justice Contributor at CBS News. 

The focus of today’s episode is to help you realise the importance of following your instincts when it comes to your career. But also to explore the area’s of your life that need further interrogation and reflection. We also talk about Dr Kendi’s latest book ‘400 Souls’ which is a must-read for anyone interested in the movement for black lives and history!

We’ll return to Dr Kendi in a moment. I want you to get to know Leyya Sattar who has been in the trenches trying to create an equitable world for BIPOC folx in the UK and around the world. Here’s Leyya.

I’ve been following Leyya and The Other Box for years and it’s been amazing to see their growth and more importantly the impact they’re making as an organisation. It’s truly remarkable. Be sure to follow The Other Box on Twitter and Instagram @_TheOtherBox. Now Back to Dr Kendi.

I am feeling very blessed to have spoken to Dr Kendi! I highly recommend getting a copy of 400 Souls which is a very rich tapestry of black history from 1619-2019. It’s full of suspense, trauma, joy, anger, and triumph. It’s well worth the read. You can follow Dr Kendi on Twitter @DrIbram and Instagram @IbramxK

Before we wrap up, I had the chance to speak with London Mayor Sadiq Khan a little while back and given the themes explored this season I thought it’s worth revisiting what he had to say about the pros and cons of being London Mayor.

That’s a wrap, thank you so much for listening. I hope this half an hour has made you think, reflect and contemplate what your next step should be.

I’d like to encourage you to think about one person who would benefit from the messages shared today and I’d love for you to share this episode with them, right now! If you’d like the extended interview with Dr Kendi, all you have to do is screenshot and share this episode to your Instagram stories and tag @contentisqueenhq.

Until next time…. Byeeee

Credits

This is a Content is Queen Production

Hosted by me Imriel Morgan

Edited by Amber Miller and Joseph Perry

Sound Design by Amber Miller

Music and sound FX’s are from Epidemic Sound

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.

I’m Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now.

Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be’s focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.

Coming up are three phenomenal guests who are about to help you:

Own your identity

Find the power in community

And.. why you should check in with your body before it’s too late

Let’s do this

In today’s episode, I’m super pumped to bring you a soul-enriching conversation with Kenny Ethan Jones. Kenny is a model, entrepreneur and activist who focuses on menstruation, body politics, mental health and intimacy. Kenny’s goal is to start open and respectful conversations about all things trans in hopes of attaining equality for all trans people.

The focus of this interview is to help you make an impact through your works. And we talk what it REALLY takes to be an activist and an ally.

We’ll get back to Kenny in just a minute. I want to share someone who has popped up on my radar for a little while now, comedian Dane Baptiste who has kept a lot of people laughing throughout these crazy times. He’s got something he’d like to share with you… Take it away Dane!

If you’re feeling the vibes or event thinking Dane is my kind of guy, then be sure to follow him on Twitter @DaneBaptweets and Instagram @danesnaptiste Now back to Kenny...

Kenny was life! I loved loved loved talking to him. Be sure to follow Kenny on Instagram @KennyEthanJones I’ve been a fan for a hot minute and he never disappoints with his content and his generosity.

Before we wrap up, actress Amandla Stenberg has something she’d like to share with you about the power of community…. Take it away Amandla

That’s a wrap, thank you so much for listening. I hope this half an hour has brought inspiration, motivation and most importantly joy to your day.

I’d like to encourage you to think about one person who needs a little joy in their day and share this episode with them right now! If you’d like the extended interview with Kenny, all you have to do is screenshot and share this episode to your Instagram stories and tag @contentisqueenhq.

Until next time…. Byeeee

Credits

This is a Content is Queen Production

Hosted by me Imriel Morgan

Edited by Amber Miller and Joseph Perry

Sound Design by Amber Miller

Music and sound FX’s are from Epidemic Sound

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.

I’m Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen, a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now.

Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be’s focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.

Coming up are three phenomenal guests who are about to help you:

Find out how stop repelling the things you want

Learn how to take your influences and create something unique and distinct.

Discover why nobody can be left behind in the quest to build a just world

Let’s get into it!

Today I’m super excited to bring you Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter Estelle.

You probably know Estelle already but I’m going to introduce her anyway. Estelle is one of the leading voices in Black British RnB. She became infamously known for her chart-topping song American Boy featuring Kanye West. But she’s been knocking out huge hits including 1980, Come Over and Free to name a few. She’s also the voice of Garnet in the multi-award-winning Cartoon Network Steven Universe.

The focus of this interview is to help you explore all of your talents and interests. The difference between apprehension and being scared. And how to use different influences to create unique and distinct work.

Do you know how hard it was for me to stay cool! Estelle is iconic to me so to sit down and talk to her about her music that was literally the soundtrack of my teenage years is so wild! She is EVERYTHING! YOu can catch Estelle on Twitter and Instagram @EstelleDarlings She also hosts The Estelle Show on Apple Music so check it out.

We’ll return to Estelle in just a minute. I have got to interrupt this message to introduce you to the baddest baby girl in the game. This is someone I regularly look up to and I’m constantly inspired by and in awe of. Listen to every word she has to say….

If you do NOTHING else today, I encourage you to follow The Triple Cripples on Twitter and Instagram @TripleCripples. They are literally doing the work and your support is necessary. Now back to Estelle...

Before we wrap up I’ve brought back Yrsa Daley Ward the author of 'bone' and 'the terrible'. Yrsa’s advice is food for thought, especially right now.

Thanks Yrsa! That’s a wrap, thank you so much for listening to the end. I hope this half an hour has been a calming and joyful part of your day.

I’d like to encourage you to think about one person who needs a little joy and calm and share this episode with them right now! If you want extended interviews, screenshot and share this episode to your Instagram stories and tag @contentisqueenhq.

Until next time…. Byeeee

Credits

This is a Content is Queen Production

Hosted by me Imriel Morgan

Edited by Amber Miller and Joseph Perry

Sound Design by Amber Miller

Music and sound FX’s are from Epidemic Sound

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.

I’m Imriel Morgan, Founder of Content is Queen a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now.

Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! Wanna Be’s focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.

In this episode, my three brilliant guests are going to help you:

Explore your anger

Accept your strengths and limitations

Understand why not everything is for you!

Let’s get into it!

I want to introduce you to Charlie Craggs who is the award-winning author of To My Trans Sisters. She’s a trans activist and founder of Nail Transphobia- an organisation that exists to educate people on trans issues and make new allies, while also delivering glamorous manicures. Vogue has even referred to her as the “voice of a community”.

Charlie is candid, honest and real about the role class and gender have played in shaping her identity today. The focus of this interview is to understand your strengths and accept your limitations. It’ll also help you feel far less alone if you’re struggling with depression and anxiety.

What can I say about Charlie right now. We had the best time recording but as you heard, life is not all rosy and that’s ok sometimes. You can support and follow Charlie’s work on Twitter and Instagram @Charlie_Craggs and keep an eye out for her BBC documentary called DIY Trans Teens.

Before we wrap up the show, here’s Tiffany Ford a cartoonist, illustrator and storyboard artist. Tiffany is a divine human her experience includes the Cartoon Network, Disney, and the New York Times. She has some unexpected advice to share with you today. Take it away Tiffany.

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Welcome back to Wanna Be- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.

Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! I’ Imriel Morgan Founder of Content is Queen a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now.

Wanna Be’s focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.

In this episode, we’re bringing you 3 Phenomenal human beings who I respect and adore and today they’ll help you:

Understand why you need to prioritise rest

Feel more at peace with yourself

Break out of your obsessive thinking

Buckle up as it’ll go faster than you think!

I want to introduce you to Lee Litumbe who is an incredible content creator, travel photographer and blogger. Lee celebrates Africa through her content and travel photography and effortlessly brings out the inescapable natural beauty of the continent. You’ll see for yourself.

The focus of this interview is to look within and challenge our thoughts and decisions. To take control of our lives and move forward with intention and purpose. Lee is warm, vulnerable and endearing. You’re definitely in safe hands here. Let’s go.

I was a fan of Lee’s before and I’m a stan now! If you’d like to travel with ease and style or better still you want to escape your current reality I highly recommend following Lee on Instagram @SpiritedPursuit everything she posts is stunning. She also has a fantastic number of content creator resources on her website spiritedpursuit.com

Before we wrap up the show, I want to bring back one of my favourite women, the bestselling author and writer Ijeoma Oluo who shares the 7 magic words that help her break obsessive thought cycles and she also shares her thoughts on how we can create a more just world. Over to you Ijeoma...

Don’t mind me, we’ll come back to Lee’s in credible story in a few minutes. Before that I want to introduce you to someone I know and admire online who’d like to share their areas of improvement, inspiration and motivation with you. I’ll let her introduce herself...

What a great way to reframe mentorship! For more wisdom and gems like this follow Jendella and Black Ballad on Twitter and Instagram @Jendella and @BlackBallad. Where you’ll also find details on where to pre-order her book Hope and Glory. Now back to our dazzling guest, Lee.

That’s a wrap, thank you so much for listening to the end. I hope this half an hour has been a calming and joyful part of your day.

I’d like to encourage you to think about one person who needs a little joy and calm and share this episode with them right now! If you want extended interviews, screenshot and share this episode to your Instagram stories and tag @contentisqueenhq.

Until next time…. Byeeee

Credits

This is a Content is Queen Production

Hosted by me Imriel Morgan

Edited by Amber Miller and Joseph Perry

Sound Design by Amber Miller

Music and sound FX’s are from Epidemic Sound

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to the 4th Season of the Wanna Be Podcast- the podcast takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.

Thank you so much for taking the time to be here! I’ Imriel Morgan Founder of Content is Queen a podcast agency and club for ambitious podcasters with phenomenal taste, high expectations and a desire to sound as good as I do now!

Wanna Be’s focus is to help you take consistent action to build a successful life and career in the creative and entertainment industry.

In this episode, we’re bringing you 3 Phenomenal human beings who I have the utmost respect and admiration for who will help you:

Feel less anxious or overwhelmed about your money

Help you say yes to the work that gives you joy and no to those that don’t

Find your TRUE worth

Then you’re in the right place!

That’s a wrap on episode 1, thank you so much for listening to the end. I hope this half an hour has been a calming and joyful part of your day. I’d like to encourage you to think about one person who needs a little joy and calm and share this episode with them right now! If you want extended interviews, screenshot and share this episode to your Instagram stories and tag @contentisqueenhq.

Until next time…. Byeeee

Credits

This is a Content is Queen Production

Hosted by me Imriel Morgan

Edited by Amber Miller and Joseph Perry

Sound Design by Amber Miller

Music and sound FX’s are from Epidemic Sound

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.