In this episode, Tolu Agbelusi engages in a profound conversation with Siana Bangura, a poet, playwright, producer, changemaker and creative practitioner. We explore the multifaceted definition of a strong woman, the importance of Black feminist practice, and the significance of community and sisterhood. We discuss the challenges of unlearning societal expectations, the journey into womanhood, and the complexities of relationships. Sianna shares her insights on success, legacy, and the need for joy amidst adversity, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability and accountability in love and friendship.

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Locating Strongwoman, a poetry collection by Tolu Agbelusi can be purchased here.

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In this episode Tolu Agbelusi speaks with MoAfrika wa Mokgathi, a South African poet, singer, cultural activist, translator, producer and so so much more. She is the authour of poetry collection 'My Tongue is A Rainbow'. In this expisode we explore what it means to redefine strength for yourself and the joy we can have when we allow others to share our load. I particulalry enjoyed MoAfrika speaking about learning and unlearning things and then going back to her mother to say this is how you taught me but there's a better way and seeing the liberation such an exchange brings on an intergenerational level.

Bonus: at the end, Mo shares a poem.

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In today's episode Tolu Agbelusi speaks with Seyi Oluyole, a filmmaker, chorepgrapher, activist and founder of Dream Cathers Academy. This expansive conversation explores the traps of beauty, the journey to self acceptance, the importance of knowing who you are and learning not to be defined by what has happened to you.

Seyi's Dream Catchers Academy creates a sustainable future for orphaned and underprivileged girls in NIgeria by providing housing, education, arts engagement, leadership and life skills. You may have seen them in some viral videos such as their France's Got Talent performance.

You can read some of their success stories here.

Please consider donating to their work here.

Visit the Dream Catchers Website here.

Visit Seyi Oluyole's Website

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The music for Unlearning Strongwoman is created by Shade Joseph
Locating Strongwoman, a poetry collection by Tolu Agbelusi can be purchased here.

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