Let's Be Reil Reiss Akhtar

For the first episode of season 2 I am joined by the talented GESS! Tune in for what is a wonderful navigation of GESS’s musical identity, and particularly how he has grown throughout his years as a producer, singer and songwriter.

For my final episode I get to sit down with the wonderful Hayden Williams to explore and dissect elements that have shaped his career. From exploring changing creativity over the years to remaining authentic on ever-changing social media, join us for what is the best season finale I could ask for!

Join Cameron Rose and I to talk in-depth about his path through the adult film industry and into a new era that involves a variety of artistic avenues. We talk about everything from intimacy and appearance online to taking steps to protect and conserve your mental health during change.

Joining me today is the wonderful Timi Sotire for a conversation that is hilarious, deep and inspirational all at once. Timi is a blossoming journalist, having written for NME, The Guardian, HUFFPOST UK, gal-dem and many more. Covering everything from identity and politics to stars of the music world like Amaarae and Saweetie, Timi is forging what looks like a wonderful career. Hear Timi’s insights into what is an incredible career, and the wonderful words she offers on everything from love to boundaries around your own happiness.

Joining me today is the one and only SXMSON, a wonderfully talented singer/songwriter hailing from London. In this episode, SXMSON takes us through his personal journey with music and the industry at large, with discussion around how his identity has evolved and taken shape, and what that means going forward. We touch on love, social media and managing a sense of self in this wonderful chat!

Mabintou Kolley, founder and creative director of Clamp Agency, joins us to talk about her navigation of the tech industry and breaks down her journey along the way. Also a growing figure online, Kolley and I discuss building a brand in the online space, intimacy online and particularly in a pandemic, and how the relevant boundaries to explore both healthily. In the final part of the episode, we move onto some male trashery and insightful questions from the audience.