Letter To A Black Girl: Recent Episodes
Letter To A Black Girl
Hosted by actress Gloria Onitiri, this podcast is full of poetry, musings and roundtable talks with the best of Black British women.
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We recorded our very first live episode in front of a live studio audience for Streatham Space Project's Good Trouble Festival to discuss using your work as a form of activism.
Tune in for a brand new take on the podcast featuring our amazing guests Dr Yvonne Thompson CBE, Psychotherapist Dawn Estefan, Founder of elevenelevenwellbeing Louise Mensah and our first male identifying guest multidisciplinary artist and cultural curator, Danny Bailey.
More bonus episodes? Lucky you!
We recorded our very first live episode in front of a live studio audience for Streatham Space Project's Good Trouble Festival to discuss using your work as a form of activism.
Tune in for a brand new take on the podcast featuring our amazing guests Dr Yvonne Thompson CBE, Psychotherapist Dawn Estefan, Founder of elevenelevenwellbeing Louise Mensah and our first male identifying guest multidisciplinary artist and cultural curator, Danny Bailey.
More bonus episodes? Lucky you!
We recorded our very first live episode in front of a live studio audience for Streatham Space Project's Good Trouble Festival to discuss using your work as a form of activism.
Tune in for a brand new take on the podcast featuring our amazing guests Dr Yvonne Thompson CBE, Psychotherapist Dawn Estefan, Founder of elevenelevenwellbeing Louise Mensah and our first male identifying guest multidisciplinary artist and cultural curator, Danny Bailey.
As part of the BBC 100 celebrations in 2022, we were asked to collaborate with BBC History and the Arts and Humanities Research Council as part of a special project which explores the representation of Black British actresses on the BBC.
We welcomed back Rakie Ayola, Dawn Estefan and Sutara Gayle to help us have this incredibly beautiful and insightful roundtable talk.
The girls of the ACS society from Gloria's alma mater Bedford Girls school join her to discuss topics on the future. From questions on the moment you realise you're an adult, to performative activism their roundtable covers a range of insightful conversation.
Multi Oliver Award Winning Actress Sharon D Clarke and Founder of the leading online events and ticketing company Shoobs - Louise Broni-Mensah join Gloria to discuss topics on personal growth, dealing with micro aggressions and advice on following your passion.
Producer Ama Ampadu and Film Director Sheila Nortley join Gloria to discuss the topic of storytelling in the media, and the importance of representation of well rounded black stories.
Curator, Journalist and Producer - Karina Maynard and Documentary Director Liana Stewart join Gloria to discuss topics on the benefits of self love, and the consequences of feeling the need to work twice as hard in any industry as a minority.
In memory of my darling friend Lucinda Shaw. Who I miss - the world misses - tremendously.
British business leader and Britain's first black self - made female millionaire - Dr Yvonne Thompson and BBC Radio Host and presenter - Terri Martin, join Gloria to roundtable topics on finding your focus and passion, tackling imposter syndrome and owning your space.
Creative director of LIHA beauty Abi Oyepitan and founder of Nubian Skin Ade Hassan join Gloria to discuss topics on the importance of failure, the importance of inclusive brands and old Nigerian traditions.
Their roundtable discussion features topics on industry standards, the impact of instagram and advice for finding self confidence.
This week's poem was written and underscored by Gloria Onitiri.
Featuring audio from Freesound.
Human rights barrister - Elaine Banton and founder of houseplant and wellness brand 'House of Kato' - Haula, join Gloria to roundtable topics of motherhood, support systems and lessons learned in 2020 lockdown.
Dancer, choreographer and creator of 'BOP' Dollie Henry and Founder of 'Chineke! Orchestra' and double bass player Chi-Chi Nwanoku join Gloria to discuss topics on black women and creativity.
Their roundtable discussion features topics on individual definitions of success and the importance of failure in a person's journey.
This week's poem is Naked Moon (Dress Yourself).
Written by: Gloria Onitiri
Underscore composed by: David Delarre
Actresses Rakie Ayola and Anoushka Lucas join Gloria to discuss the world of being a black actress and creative. Their roundtable discussion features topics of type casting, colour blind casting versus colour mindfulness and inclusive casting.
The first poem of season two is here! This is Mind Racer.
Poem by: Gloria Onitiri
Underscore by: Ade Egun Crispin Robinson
Letter To A Black Girl is back! In this introduction episode, Gloria sets out what to get excited for in this brand new season.
This episode contains content that may be triggering
Season Two of LTABG is almost underway. Before we start, though, Gloria would like to share her poem You're Not The Postman. Following the events of the Sarah Everard case, many women have been brave and come forward with their stories of unwanted male attention. In this poem, Gloria shares her own personal experience.
If you are struggling following the events of the last few weeks, here are some helplines that may help:
Samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/
The Survivors Trust: https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/national-helplines
Women's Aid: https://www.womensaid.org.uk/
Poem by: Gloria Onitiri
Soundtrack by: Chloe Williams
For the final episode of Season 1, Gloria reflects on the past episodes as well as provides highlights of the points made by our previous guests.
This episode is also accompanied by the final poem of the season: A beat before the trumpet.
Written and performed by Gloria Onitiri
Underscore composed by Tasha Taylor Johnson
Following the discussion on sex, love and relationships, this week's poem is called What's A Romance?
Poem by Gloria Onitiri.
Music and vocals by Holly James & Justin Levine.
In the final roundtable of the season, Gloria is joined by psychotherapist Dawn Estefan and creative activist/spiritual mentor, Chia Phoenix where they discuss sex, love and relationships. Their roundtable discussion features topics of self-soothing, what they thought love would look like and discernment when posting online.
Following our episode across the seas, this poem is called Siren Beloved. Written, performed and underscore by Gloria Onitiri.
Artist, Amber Shanice and academic & yoga instructor, Kimberley Aparisio join Gloria to discuss life across the seas in the United States.
Their roundtable discussion features topics of the new presidential elect, the cross over of British and American culture as well as responses to interracial relationships.
Following the discussion on coming of age as a West African woman in the UK, this weeks poem is titled Unremarkable.
Written and performed by Gloria Onitiri
Underscore composed by Gloria Obyanio
Screenwriter and doctor, Grace Ofori-Attah and Author of 'She's My Twin Sister', Lola Adebayo join Gloria to discuss coming of age as a West African woman growing up in Britain.
Their roundtable discussion features topics of hair, pursuing a career in the arts and what they thought adulthood would look like.
Following the discussion on the LGBTQ+ community, this week's poem is called Untitled As Of Yet.
Written and performed by Gloria Onitiri.
Underscore composed by Ade Egun Crispin Robinson.
Co-Founder of Blacktress, Cherrelle Skeete and Founder of Black Pride UK, Lady Phyll join Gloria to discuss their experiences as part of the LGBTQ+ community. Their roundtable features topics of identity, acceptance and building a platform for visibility.
Following the discussion on music and entertainment, this poem is titled Queen. Written and performed by Gloria Onitiri. Underscore composed by Shiloh Coke.
Musician Cassie Kinoshi and radio DJ Kaylee Golding join Gloria to discuss music and entertainment. Their roundtable discussion features topics of nostalgia, representation and the Wakanda Effect.
Following the discussion on mental health, this week's poem is The Night That Happened. Written and performed by Gloria Onitiri. Underscore composed by Anoushka Lucas.
MP Dawn Butler and actress Lorna Gayle join Gloria to discuss mental health. Their roundtable discussion features topics of personal reflection, self-help and resilience.
Following our roundtable discussion, this week's 'Midweek Poem' is Sunkissed. Written and performed by Gloria Onitiri. Underscore composed by Valentina Pappalardo.
Acne activist- Afia Kufuor and Brand Image Stylist- Alexandra Agboke join Gloria to discuss body positivity. Their roundtable discussion features topics of self-love, the Instagram generation as well as societal standards.
The poem that started it all... New poems released every Wednesday. Produced by: Chloe Williams & Makee Ogbon Poem written and performed by: Gloria Onitiri
What is Letter To A Black Girl all about? Gloria gives some insight into the origins of this podcast and sets out what's to come. Produced by: Chloe Williams & Makee Ogbon Music by: Tasha Taylor Johnson Artwork by: Amber Shanice