That's Lit with Shazzie Dee

In the lead up to the 2019 Suncorp Super Netball Season in April, I had the opportunity to speak to Samantha Wallace from the NSW Swifts netball team! Find out how Samantha got started playing netball and the tips she has for anyone wishing to play pro netball! That's Lit: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmVDWHOCIG0OsAL_oG2pRUQ Podcast: https://thatslitshow.buzzsprout.com  Spotify:...

I had an epic interview with Dor Akech Achieck, Settlement Services Manager at Settlement Services International (SSI). Dor shared his story from living in a refugee camp to now being in a position to help other refugees settle in Australia through SSI. If you've ever considered working with youth or helping migrants, refugees and asylum seekers, then this a story you don't want to miss!...

Ever thought about a career in finance? Biola Jongkor works in finance and shares her thoughts on what it takes to be a part of the industry (hint: you don't always need to know numbers!) Plus Biola talks about what qualities you need as a leader and the people she looks up to. That's Lit: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmVDWHOCIG0OsAL_oG2pRUQ Podcast: https://thatslitshow.buz...

On International Women's Day I had the pleasure of interviewing Wanyika and Niwa, the founders of 2 Sydney Stylists! These ladies don't just do styling - they host a whole range of events and workshops around empowerment, beauty and finance. We had an incredible chat about creating a community where people feel like they belong and how we can work toward greater gender equality.  That&ap...

I had a wonderful interview with Jedidah Karanja who has published two children's books - My Language, My Experience and My Little Tiger is Ready for School . Find out where she got the inspiration for the books and how there's something in them for both children and adults. This was such a powerful interview on allowing children to be who they are so make sure you have a listen!  That&a...

I had a wonderful interview with writer, director, producer AND social worker, Hawanatu Bangura! With 10 films under her belt so far, Hawanatu makes sure she adds a touch of social justice into her works. One of her latest films is I am Black and Beautiful which was recently shown at the Pan African Film Festival in LA. Find out what other films Hawanatu has done and where they have been screened...

It was our special Valentine's Day/ Singles Awareness Day episode and I had an incredible chat with illustrator, Priscilla Cardwell! Priscilla spoke about her love of illustrating, how she has been able to bless others with her gift and where she plans to go with her illustrations in the future. If you've ever thought about getting into illustrating, this interview is definitely for you!...

I had a chat with the incredible Anyier Yuol, Founder of the Miss Sahara Pageant! Anyier described how the pageant is about much more than just fashion, how she advocates for women of migrant and refugee backgrounds and how important she believes education is for the future! That's Lit: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmVDWHOCIG0OsAL_oG2pRUQ Podcast: https://thatslitshow.buzzsprout....

My interview with Tyree Barnette who moved to Australia from the United States. Tyree discussed what it is like being an African American in Australia, explained the differences in his experience with racism in both countries, and gave his advice for African Americans thinking of coming to Australia. Enjoy! That's Lit: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmVDWHOCIG0OsAL_oG2pRUQ Podcast:...

I spoke to the lovely Toks Ogundare, co-founder of Saint Curl, a website based in Australia for people with curly hair! It has been one year since the website was launched and Toks spoke about what has happened during that time, described her own natural hair journey and emphasised the importance of embracing your natural hair. That's Lit: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmVDWHOCIG0...

I had a chat with author Lucy Marrett about her first book The Way I See It! Found out what it's about and why Lucy was inspired to write it! That's Lit: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmVDWHOCIG0OsAL_oG2pRUQ Podcast: https://thatslitshow.buzzsprout.com  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Iged3wUhm31JK8w9kMSNb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thatslitradio/ Instagram: h...

I spoke to the incredibly talented Indigenous Australian violinist Eric Avery about how he got his first violin, his most memorable performance and his advice for budding violinists. That's Lit: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmVDWHOCIG0OsAL_oG2pRUQ Podcast: https://thatslitshow.buzzsprout.com  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Iged3wUhm31JK8w9kMSNb Facebook: https://www.face...

I had the pleasure of interviewing Emele Ugavule and Ayesha Ash, founders of the collective Black Birds! The duo created Black Birds after noticing a gap in the market for people of colour in the arts scene that accurately represented their cultures. Find out what Black Birds aims to achieve, where the name comes from and the amazing performances the team has done so far. Enjoy! That's Lit: Y...

I got to interview the amazing MC and hip hop artist Kween G who spoke about how she got into the music scene, her musical influences and the importance of this year's inaugural Australian Women in Music Awards! That's Lit: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmVDWHOCIG0OsAL_oG2pRUQ Podcast: https://thatslitshow.buzzsprout.com  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Iged3wUhm31JK8...

I spoke to singer/songwriter Seup about how he got into music, the difference between the Perth and Sydney music scene and the artist he most wishes to collaborate with! That's Lit: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmVDWHOCIG0OsAL_oG2pRUQ Podcast: https://thatslitshow.buzzsprout.com  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Iged3wUhm31JK8w9kMSNb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/that...

Emily Havea and Angela Sullen join me in the studio to talk about their upcoming show Brown Skin Girl! Find out what the show is about, how they met and which famous singers they'd love to meet! Be prepared for PLENTY of laughs along the way as well! That's Lit: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmVDWHOCIG0OsAL_oG2pRUQ Podcast: https://thatslitshow.buzzsprout.com  Spotify: https:...

I had a chat with the incredible NIDA actress Chika Ikogwe! Chika spoke about how she got into acting and discussed diversity in Australian theatre! That's Lit: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmVDWHOCIG0OsAL_oG2pRUQ Podcast: https://thatslitshow.buzzsprout.com  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Iged3wUhm31JK8w9kMSNb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thatslitradio/ Instagram:...