Colour Out The Box

’m finally back with a mini-sode, to quickly update you all on whats been going on with Colour Out The Box Including: Recap of season 1, what to expect for this new chapter and my recent guest appearance on ESN Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/esnpodcast/esn2123 Listen to the end for a sneak-peak of the new full episode out Monday 10th June. Visit the newly updated website: http://colouroutthebox.com Host: Mo (@MoActuallyUK) Join the discussion, its always great to hear from you, #ColourOutTheBox . Make sure you drink enough water today and call a friend to say hi. “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter: @colouroutthebox Instagram: @colouroutthebox Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the website for all things, colourful ColourOutTheBox.com RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Intro music: Nangdo “1st 2 Know “ Outro music: “LoveChances” (makaihbeats.net) by Makaih Beats: https://makaihbeats.net Via FreeMusicArchive.org

Captain Marvel and backlash from white men, comparisons to Wonder Women. /Madeline McCann Netflix documentary. Are we using others pain for entertainment./ Respecting your elders, via Maya Angelou. Host: Mo (@MoActuallyUK) Guest Co-Host: (@DJImpulseV1) Producer: (@TForTops Instagram) Nathan mixlcoud: https://m.mixcloud.com/nathanielyakins Join the discussion, its always great to hear from you, #ColourOutTheBox . Make sure you drink enough water today and call a friend to say hi. “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter: @colouroutthebox Instagram: @colouroutthebox Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the website for all things, colourful ColourOutTheBox.com RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Intro music: Nangdo “1st 2 Know “ Outro music: “LoveChances” (makaihbeats.net) by Makaih Beats: https://makaihbeats.net Via FreeMusicArchive.org

So the podcast is FINALY back after an extended hiatus. So much has been happening in the culture and in our personal lives, we had to take a well-deserved break, to re-balance so we can come back refreshed and ready to talk. ANNOUNCEMENT: Jay is continuing to take a break from the pod, but don’t be surprise if you hear her voice as a guest on future episodes. So going forward Colour Out The Box will be me Mo having simple, but important conversations with friends of the diaspora. I will be joined each week by guests host to discuss, whats going on in the culture, politics and stories about our lived experiences. Be ready to learn, laugh, cringe and maybe even cry as we navigate this strange concept of modern life. On this weeks episode, I’m joined by guest co-host May, to discuss: /Comic Relief and The Perception of “AFRICA” /Jordyn Woods Red Table Talk with Jada Pinkett Smith / Jussie Smollette Update /Gucci Boycot and black outrage / Being a solo-traveller, Pro’s & Con’s / SOLANGE album “When I ge

Its the last episode of 2018! So we talk about: Dealing with awkward questions at the Christmas dinner table about your love life. Managing being alone during the festive period. Mo list her top TV, Film and Music for 2018. A quick chat about the King of RnB. Confirmation of what we are taking into 2019. Special announcement about the future of the podcast! join the discussion, its always great to hear from you, #ColourOutTheBox and share you best self-care tips. Make sure you drink enough water today and call a friend to say hi. “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter: @colouroutthebox Instagram: @colouroutthebox Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the website for all things, colourful ColourOutTheBox.com RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Intro music: Nangdo “1st 2 Know “ Outro music: “LoveChances” (makaihbeats.net) by Makaih Beats: https://makaihbeats.net Via FreeMusicArchive.org

This weeks conversation centres around self-care. Mo and Jay discuss the effects of social media on our mental health and the unseen toll of consuming harmful imagery, often against black people. We share how we take a step back to maintain our mental health and remembering to reach out to friends with more than just a text message. join the discussion, its always great to hear from you, #ColourOutTheBox and share you best self-care tips. Make sure you drink enough water today and call a friend to say hi. “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter: @colouroutthebox Instagram: @colouroutthebox Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the website for all things, colourful ColourOutTheBox.com RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Intro music: Nangdo “1st 2 Know “ Outro music: “LoveChances” (makaihbeats.net) by Makaih Beats: https://makaihbeats.net Via FreeMusicArchive.org

Its the 2 year anniversary of the podcast, so Mo & Jay take a trip down memory lane. Jay explains how BREXIT will effect her as a Black European. Talk also includes trying to get tickets for Michelle Obama’s book tour in London. Highlight of the WEEK: Red Table Talk and Widows the Movie. We just want to say thank you to everyone who has listened, been a guest on the show, subscribed and liked. Please listen right to the end as we share your views on the pod. join the discussion, its always great to hear from you. “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter: @colouroutthebox Instagram: @colouroutthebox Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the website for all things, colourful ColourOutTheBox.com RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Intro music: Nangdo “1st 2 Know “ Outro music: “LoveChances” (makaihbeats.net) by Makaih Beats: https://makaihbeats.net Via FreeMusicArchive.org

his week Mo is joined by friend of the Pod May, to discuss: The Cassie Conundrum, is 11years a waste or time well spent? Thoughts on Black History Month becoming minorities month. Do you subscribe to the Wiley approach to friendship "My my enemy is your enemy". Also a quick chat about Kanye's Africa press tour, an exercise in rebranding. Highlights Of The Week: Africlick event featuring AJ Odudu at Campus London. The joys of attend a traditional Nigerian wedding. Check out Colour Out The Box, as part of Black History Is Now!!! on Spotify oin the discussion, its always great to hear from you. “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter: @colouroutthebox Instagram: @colouroutthebox Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the website for all things, colourful ColourOutTheBox.com RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Music by: Nangdo “1st 2 Know “

Mo and Jay, let it all out talking confessions and unpopular opinions. The kind that you dare not say out loud or even to your closest friends. We also talk diaspora wars including the recent controversy surrounding British Nigerian Cynthia Erivo, playing Harriet Tubman and revisit the discussion around Black British Actors, playing African American roles in Hollywood. #RepresentationMatters Highlight of the WEEK: Beast of no nation…. join the discussion, its always great to hear from you. “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter: @colouroutthebox Instagram: @colouroutthebox Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the website for all things, colourful ColourOutTheBox.com RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Music by: Nangdo “1st 2 Know “

We breakdown and review the hit Netflix Film: Nappily Ever After, staring and produced by Sanaa Lathan. Mo and Jay talk about their own hair stories, including relaxer horrors and natural hair in the work place, as well as giving their honest thoughts on the movie. Special mention to former Hollyoakes star Ricky Whittle and Lyriq Bent, for bringing the sexy to our screens.... Other discussions includes Jay pondering work colleague Vs friends in the office. Whilst Mo takes a quick diversion into diversity in the boardroom. Highlight of the WEEK: Crazy Rich Asians!!! join the discussion, its always great to hear from you. “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter: @colouroutthebox Instagram: @colouroutthebox Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the website for all things, colourful ColourOutTheBox.com RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Music by: Nangdo “1st 2 Know “

On this weeks episode Mo and Jay discuss: The drama around planning a group trip. Cheap holidays and “staycations”. Budget airlines and cabin baggage horrors. Hope you are enjoying the bank holiday weekend, why not join the discussion, its always great to hear from you. “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter: @colouroutthebox Instagram: @colouroutthebox Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the website for all things, colourful ColourOutTheBox.com RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Music by: Nangdo “1st 2 Know “

Mo & Jay are finally back and ready to talk all things: Beyoncé and Rihanna – September Vogue Covers. Is it ever ok to lie in the early days of a relationship? Our review of Yvonne Orji (aka Molly Insecure) one women comedy special in London. @YvonneOrji Flirting First and Shooting your shot: Dating Coach Annie White: https://youtu.be/adZaEaH7DTQ join the discussion “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter: @colouroutthebox Instagram: @colouroutthebox Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the website for all things, colourful ColourOutTheBox.com RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Music by: Nangdo “1st 2 Know “

Mo and Nathan are joined by Dayo founder of @Africlick, this week to talk all about: Africa (cough) France winning the World Cup 2018. Resurfacing of the Charlamagne rape allegations and when does “drunken” sex become un-consensual. Making the leap from corporate life to entrepreneur, leaving the security of the 9 -5. “Self-made” billionaires (aka Kylie Jenner) and the pressure on young people to have it all by 30! “I wish I could talk to my 20 something self to explain and pre-warn she won't have it all at 30, in fact she will be still trying to work out this so called adult life….” AfriClick is a new app that helps professionals & creatives of African & Afro Caribbean heritage, connect through their culture for networking or dating. Head to www.africlick.com to pre-register Twitter/ Instagram: @AfriClick join the discussion “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter: @colouroutthebox Instagram: @colouroutthebox Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the website for a

On this weeks mini-episode Mo and Jay discuss: The return of Insecure, created by the talented Issa Rae. We breakdown the plot from season 2, including: open marriages, Lawrence-hive, hoe-tions and more. Mo also talks about her recent experience attending the networking event: N-City/ MBTN and poses these question is networking really singles mixers in disguise? This is our mini episode, let us know your thoughts and do you want to hear more bite-size chunks of Colour Out the Box podcast. join the discussion “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter: @colouroutthebox Instagram: @colouroutthebox Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the website for all things, colourful ColourOutTheBox.com RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Music by: Nangdo “1st 2 Know “

On this weeks episode Mo and Jay discuss: "Black men are made to feel ugly, and we need to talk about it" - Derek Owusu. The World Cup and the complexities of supporting England Drake Album and being in our feelings. "The Hierarchy of a Nigerian Wedding" LennyLetter.com BY CHIBUNDU ONUZO Summer in London, places to go: 1. The Culpeper Rooftop bar 2. Roof East (Stratford) 3. Tate modern 4. Drake and Morgan 5. Enish (Finchley) Highlight of the Week: ENTITLED - Short Film by Adeyemi Michael join the discussion “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter: @colouroutthebox Instagram: @colouroutthebox Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the website for all things, colourful ColourOutTheBox.com RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Music by: Nangdo “1st 2 Know “

Sometimes the conversation continues, so on this bonus episode Mo, Jay and Nathan keep the conversation going to talk about: Are men intimidated by powerful women? Could you marry a man/ women who earned less than you? join the discussion “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter: @colouroutthebox Instagram: @colouroutthebox Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the website for all things, colourful ColourOutTheBox.com RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Music by: Nangdo “1st 2 Know “

We are back following our short break! Mo is joined by co-host Jay and returnee guest Nathan to discuss: The marriage dilemma: what's mine is yours? Shared banks accounts and hidden assets Mo and Jay guest appearance on ESN podcast: https://soundcloud.com/esnpodcast/esn2076 (Listen to the end of the pod for a preview) Quick talk about The Carters new album drop. So called workplace humour and when does the "office banter" cross the line. Alan Sugar and that tweet about the Senegalese World Cup team. The "Invisible Black Girl" aka Samira on #LoveIsland TV show, why is a beautiful, talented black women not being selected on a dating show? Diversity on reality TV. It always seems to be a certain type of women/ man. Despite diversity and body confidence being portrayed in advertising Highlight of the week: Scene On Radio podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ro1pPTt4joKm4dA2x3zOs?si=86etRF7nQFGifbxxO6-kbg Good luck to the Nigerian #SupperEagles Join the discussion “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter:

This week Mo is joined by returnee Uche (Yvonne), to share and discuss some “accaolades”. Including: Nigerian and African culture becoming popular culture The launch of the Nigerian World Cup Football Kit Recent success of Afro Republik music festival We also explore why it wasn’t “fashionable” to claim African back in the day. We ask ourselves the question: What makes you happy? Following Gabriel Union’s recent appearance on Jada Pinkett Smith’s Red Table Talk TV show. A quick detour into dating friends and ponder the increased possibility of dating men with kids and the thought of being a step-mum. Highlights of the Week include: https://circusmums.com/black-bloggers-uk/ Africa Writes event, 29th June, British Library http://africawrites.org/featured/warsan-shire-in-conversation/ Join the discussion “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter: @colouroutthebox Instagram: @colouroutthebox Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the website for all things, colourful Co

Mo and Jay are reunited for the usual packed episode, with loads to get through, including the Royal Wedding, we breakdown the fashion, celebrity guests, the ceremony and more. Giving our unique take on proceedings, including our now fave Bishop Curry, who figuratively dropped the mic following that sermon. We discuss the the recent guardian article “The Markle Effect: Black Women See the Royal Wedding as Workplace Inpiration” As Black British Women ourselves, we ask the question does this signify change for us within the UK? Taking a detour into the recent statistics that state over 50% of black British women are single and try to answer why and what needs to be done to turn the tide. Finally the ultimate dilema: do ex-partners making the wedding guest list? Mo and Jay are joined by returning guest Alex (Episode 16 Black Women in TV & Film) Highlights of the Week include: Black Widow Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/blackwidowpodcast Jada Pinkett Smith https://www.facebook.com/redtabletalk/video

This week Mo is joined by Nathan (@DJimpulseV1), to discuss all our problematic favourite celebs, including: Kanye’s twitter rant and TMZ appearance (slavery was a choice), Nas & Kelis, Fabolous, Bill Cosby and R Kelly. We ponder the question can you separate the artists true life antics from their art? For highlight of the week, Nathan and Mo also break down the recent Childish Gambino video for This Is America, including some of the not so hidden messages. Listen right to the end for a sneak-peak of the next episode of the podcast, which is a complete review of the extravaganza that is MARVELS INFINITY WAR. Join the discussion “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter: @colouroutthebox Instagram: @colouroutthebox Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the website for all things, colourful ColourOutTheBox.com RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Music by: Nangdo “1st 2 Know “

Ring the Alarm!!! Its #Beychella Me, myself ….and the rest of the world tuned in to see Mrs Beyoncé Knowles Carter, disturb our quiet Sunday morning, by shutting down Coachella 2018. Mo is joined by returning guests May and Tops as we “deep-dive” into how the Queen B literally shook the world. We discuss everything from costume design, the HBCU homecoming theme, the set-list and our best cameo performances. The Destiny Child reunion took us back in time to the early 90s/00s, especially considering Kelly Rowland refuses to age. Special mention to: Jay Z, Solange, Kelly, Michelle and even Miss Tina ANNOUNCEMENT: @WENetworking on Instagram: The empowerment of women of the African diaspora by utilising and accessing shared resources and skills. Follow on Instagram for events coming soon and DM to be featured if you have a project or business you want to highlight to the growing network. Join the discussion “#ColourOutTheBox” Twitter: @colouroutthebox Instagram: @colouroutthebox Email us your thoughts, feedb