Let's talk about Race

This week Ami chats to Saffron Renzullo, who co-founded Inter Melanin FC, about the lack of diversity in Women's Football. Useful links: Inter Melanin FC Instagram   FA figures on Women’s and Girls growth strategy Guardian article on the increase in ethnic players

This week we are joined by Glenda Caesar a Windrush Scandal activist. Ami and guest host Lubna talk to Glenda about her experience as a victim of what she calls a "Home Office" scandal and how she is helping others get the justice they deserve. To find out more about Glenda's work at Windrush Lives check them out here: https://www.windrushlives.com/

This episode was made in partnership with FireSide Camps. Ami chats to British, American, and Indian former and current camp counselors. We talk about the perceptions of rural America and try to debunk myths that may deter international counselors of colour from venturing out to the States.  For more information about becoming an American Summer Camp Counselor check out FireSide Camps here: h...

It's an American take over! Chayil from the US takes over as guest hosts and he and Ami chat about the depiction of Women in Colour in Sci-Fi/Fantasy, why it is harder for women of colour to have a voice, and Wonder Woman. 

Born in the 60's in London, Herbbie chats about the different forms of racism he has faced his life. We talk about what racism was like back in the 70's/80's in the UK, comparing to what it looks like now. Herbbie discusses how his kids face racism today, lessons he has taught them and how Reggae taught him about Black history. 

Sophie works in healthcare and discusses racism she has encountered with her patients, as well as general racism in the workplace. She talks about the need to challenge an all-white interview panel and the positive impact diversity has in her workplace. 

Byran chats about growing up in London compared to living in Liverpool, his first (and only) experience with the police and Denzel Washington. 

Avi chats about how Indian culture has been appropriated, her experiences challenging those who culturally appropriate, and what to look out for with regards to cultural appropriation. 

Calvin chats about the pressure of being Indian at school and finding the "right" career, how he never saw any British Indians while he was traveling and Dev Patel. 

Bianca discusses black representation in TV, books, and films and why it's important for children of all races to see themselves and others in these mediums. Bianca talks about times where representations has been done well and times where it has not. 

Anil has been in an interracial relationship up in Manchester and discusses some of the adversity he and his partner faced. Anil recounts a time he received racial abuse while out with his white girlfriend.  Please note that this episode contains ethnic slurs. 

Saffy is a Junior Creative in the Advertising industry and talks about her journey as a Black Creative and the importance of diversity in all aspects of the industry. 

Rhian and Ami discuss Indian Stereotypes, how Brown people are lumped under one umbrella. Rhian reveals how she has been perceived and judged by strangers. Rhian and Ami also talk about Bend it like Beckham and the limited roles there are for Indian Women in Western cinema. Please note that this episode contains ethnic slurs. 

Lauren chats about growing up with Afro Hair, the tough relationship she has had with it, and how she finally found the perfect hair salon, in Australia! For her chosen pop culture reference Lauren discusses Meghan Markle and how Black Women are often made to tone themselves down. 

Caprice joins Ami in this episode and talks about going to a predominately white school, the problematic way some of her teachers would teach and comments she would receive from some students. For culture talk, Caprice mentions Black sitcoms such as That's So Raven, My Wife & Kids, and generally discusses how she wants to see more depictions of Black people just living their best life! 

What is actually like being British and not white? Let's talk about Race chats to people from different ethnic backgrounds up and down the UK. Each week we talk about a different topic that is important to our guests. From hair to stereotypes, to school life, as well as Pop Culture and media representation.