Letter To A Black Girl

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...

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...

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...

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.

We're back with another midweek poem!

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.

This week's poem was written by Gloria Onitiri and produced by Chloe Williams.

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.

For Lucinda.  Poem by: Gloria Onitiri Underscore by: Kwesi Edman

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 fo...

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.