INJECTION Podcast

In a shocking series of revelations, the British entertainment industry has to, yet again, answer some serious questions about enabling former comedian Russell Brand to abuse and mistreat women for more than a decade. But he’s not the only one. Since the #metoo movement started, it appears that in every corner of the entertainment and creative industry, there are stories coming to light of abuse,...

Becoming a published author is the dream for many writers out there and the bad news is that there is so much information out there that will tell you how difficult it is to have your writing published. But, as Chimen Georgette Kouri can testify, it is absolutely possible to get published and to hold your book baby in your arms, pick up that magazine you wrote an article for or send the link to yo...

Art is an important form of activism, and comes in so many different shapes and forms. In today's episode, we talk to the multi-talented creative and activist Az Franco about his experiences as an artist, how he uses it as activism, how he deals with criticism and what inspires and influences him.

When Laura Wildish was a little girl, she had a dream: To have her own fashion brand and design clothes and accessories like no other before. Inspired by her resourceful and stylish mother, Laura grew up knowing she was different and didn't want to fit in - something she expressed with her clothes and style. A personal tragedy during lockdown jolted her into action, and since then she has been...

Recent #girlhood trends on social media have evoked a resurgence and celebration of nostalgia around childhood, seen from the perspective of women. In this week's podcast I'm joined by Injection's writer and creative Nassima, who's done extensive research on this topic. We talk about why this is so important, how it impacts on those women with traumatic childhoods and our favourite...

Going above and beyond, doing a fab job and working hard is one thing. But, as a creative, especially when you're starting out or still working multiple jobs to support your career in the arts, it's too easy to fall into the trap of saying yes to everything, doing too much for free or too little payment, and letting people take advantage of you. While nearly every creative has done work fo...

Life as a creative is hard. And creative life is hard. Living a truly creative life takes dedication, faith, hard work, and perseverance. But those can easily be sucked up, chewed up and spat out by some productivity thieves. In today's episode we talk about procrastination, people-pleasing, perfectionism and the fear of being wrong, and how they can hinder your creative process. We share some...

Ever felt there was something off during a date? Had plenty of Tinder dates that turned sour before the second drink? Suddenly found yourself in an emotionally abusive relationship? Ever dated a murderer? Lulu Johnson, author of the best-selling book Dating in Berlin has been there and done it all. In this podcast the gorgeous and bubbly writer talks to Injection about dating in Berlin, how to ove...

Brace yourself, it's a long one, but totally worth listening to! I promise! Being an artist in the 21st century is tough. There's no lack of talent, but lack of acknowledgement that the arts really matter and that artists should be paid a living and fair wage. So how are us artists dealing with the constant battle of working multiple jobs whilst keeping our creative career running? In this...

Many youngsters are in the last days of sitting GCSE and A-Level exams and may be asking themselves: What's next? University is often a natural choice after A-Levels, but increasing fees and the cost-of-living crisis put a lot of pressure on students. Injection speaks to Alessia, who decided against going to university and set up her own business instead. As a creative, she felt that she had b...

Now that pride month has nearly come to an end, questions are posed as to who is actually an ally to the LGBTQ+ community, and who has just contributed towards the wave of perforative activism we see consistently. But, how do we know how to actually be an ally to the LGBTQ+ community, and what should we be doing?  Join Geena and Mitchell as they discuss all things pride, performative, and all...

Chemsex is a term that is closely aligned with hook-up culture specifically surrounding the LGBTQ+ community. But what does it actually mean? And what complications occur from it? Join Geena and Gianni and they discuss what really is Chems and why it is important to encourage more open conversations surrounding the subject. Intro and Outro: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White H...

The legalisation of cannabis in the United States has allowed for new marijuana related enterprise to appear. But, what does this mean for those serving weed related offences, and how should we view the gentrification of weed? Intro and Outro: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot

If you haven’t heard of the app Facetune, consider yourself lucky! The image editing app has taken over the phones of instagram addicts since its release in 2013. But, with the ability to change your whole appearance becoming so accessible, what issues arise when we consider self-image, self-esteem, and beauty standards? Intro and Outro: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot

With social media filled with posts of success, 20-somethings are facing burnout over where they should be and what they haven’t done. But is there really a path that life has to follow? And how should we cope with seeing others seemingly do better than we are? Intro and Outro: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot

The term performative activism has been thrown around surrounding a multitude of social justice issues over the past year. However, what does perforative activism actually mean? And why should e be wary of how we choose to contribute to social issues? Intro and Outro: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot

The growth of social media and internet stardom has allowed for the ever growing premise of cancel culture, but what actually is cancel culture and how should you react to it? Join Geena and Asma as they discuss what it means to be cancelled, the flaws of cancel culture, and if it is possible to separate the art from the artist. Intro and Outro: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By Wh...

With its ever growing popularity, Ru Paul's Drag Race has taken over our screens and our hearts. With their luxurious performances and displays, the queens have captivated our minds. But with some competitors spending up to $50k in order to compete throughout the series, people have begun to question if it is right for contestants to feel compelled to fall under financial burden when considering t...

In recent times male gendered makeup brands have taken hold of the beauty market. But, are these brands emerging with genuine intentions, or rather just as a marketing ploy? Join Geena and Charlie as they discuss issues surrounding gendered beauty products, and what steps brands need to take to become more representative. Intro and Outro: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot

Why does every woman have a harassment story? But every man claims they’ve never harassed a woman? Join Asma and Rey as they discuss the fine line between flirting and harassment, how laws need to protect women and what men can do to take responsibility and support women. Intro and Outro: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot

Has glamourised Sugar Daddy content on TikTok got you wanting to be a Sugar Baby? Well, take a listen to this first.  Join Geena and Asma as they discuss all things Sugar Daddies from the highs to the lows to the risks that bring the responsibility of creators into question. Intro and Outro: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot

In the first episode of our Hustle Homage series we speak to Omar’s Perspective who is part of the lifestyle collective CashCorp. Here, we follow along Omar’s experiences in shaking up the industry, issues surrounding representation, and the importance of creating your own opportunities. Come join the discussion. Intro and Outro: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot

Warning: Within this episode we discuss topics surrounding sexual assault and harassment The phrase ‘Defund the Police’ has been closely alined with movements surrounding social injustice. However, it is a phrase that can commonly be misinterpreted and further incite confusion. But what do people actually mean when they say ‘Defund the Police’ and how could it potentially improve the way in which...

Conscious and unconscious gender bias and inequalities are presented to us from birth and follow us through the rest of our lives. In order to challenge these biases we need to be able to recognise them. Join Geena and Jeanna as they discuss their experiences within education, the workplace, and society. Reflecting on times that they encountered gender bias, and exploring the importance of being a...

Warning: Within this episode we explicitly discuss topics surrounding sexual assault and harassment. The fashion industry is known for being glamorous, luxurious, and vibrant — but when is the party over? Countless accounts of sexual harassment and assault have been reported surrounding figures of power to the point where it is so common place. And, whilst it is important to take individual initia...