Metaphorically Speaking with Delia Dolor

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Metaphorically Speaking with Delia Dolor

"What goes around comes around!" and..."Children should be seen and not heard." Ever used these metaphors? Of course you have! But have you ever wondered where they originated from and what they really mean? Find out with Delia every Wednesday at 9am GMT. Also broadcasted on the award-winning Colourful Radio.

  1. JAN 13

    "Climbing the Greasy Pole"

    Did you know that in the UK, there are various examples of both vertical and horizontal, “Climbing the greasy pole,” games dating back to at least the 1850’s?  In this week’s special programme celebrating Saint Lucia’s Nobel Laureate Festival, Delia’s guest is Mr Cornelius Rene, an Ophthalmic Surgeon based at the world leading and teaching hospital, Addenbrooke, in Cambridge, England.  His journey from Saint Lucia, to being the UK’s first Black Consultant Oculoplastic Surgeon is discussed, with examples of his challenges, as he explains how his chosen metaphor resonates with his life and career.

    49 min

  2. 12/17/2024

    Metaphorically Speaking Xmas Special

    It’s Christmas! Delia and the Metaphorically Speaking team come together to spread Christmas cheer! Christmas songs, “Guess the year” included! Join us at the party. Jeremy Goldsworthy, Bernardo Hita, Ernest de Neve, Oduwa Ossemwenkae, Alba Heidan Sanchez, Monae Sims, Jack Tweedley, Laurie Waplington.

    41 min

  3. 12/10/2024

    'Follow the Energy' - Vanessa Walters

    Delia talks to author, mentor, and writer, Vanessa Walters. Vanessa chose the phrase, “Follow the energy”, because it represents a point in her life where she felt like she could disappear. She was a new mom, working in a new country and she felt she was disconnected to her writing. She was teaching Zumba, feeling her writing was just, ‘good’. In the end, Vanessa realized that she needed to make mistakes, in order to find herself again. CREDITS This episode of Metaphorically Speaking was written by Joelle Joyner-Wong. Script Supervisor, Delia Dolor. Production assistance and social media graphics by Oduwa Osemwenke. The final program was edited by Mark Cheffins and social media videos by Ernie de Neve. Podcast Supervisor, Jeremy Goldsworthy.

    35 min

  4. 11/19/2024

    "Caged Bird" - Nicola Morrison

    Delia’s guest is editor and former BBC broadcast journalist, Nicola Morrison. It’s safe to say that Nicola possesses an impressive set of credentials, ranging from scaling the dizzy heights of one of the largest corporations in the world and reporting on some of the most memorable stories of the 21st century, to overcoming a series of truly harrowing personal challenges. Despite such adversity, Nicola’s demonstrated strength culminates in the (2024) release of her autobiographical book, ‘Victory Is My Name’. Her accomplishments, both personally and professionally, are nothing short of victorious.

    44 min

  5. 10/15/2024

    "Manners Will Take You to the Queen's Palace" - PetalMiller

    Host, script supervisor and producer Delia Dolor. Written by Ella Holden, who also provided the audio clips. Social media graphics by Oduwa Osemwenkhae and social media videos by Ernie de Neve. Edited by Alba Heidan Sanchez, and the Podcast Supervisor was Jeremy Goldsworthy.

    43 min

  6. 10/15/2024

    "Cost an Arm and a Leg" - Char Hibbert

    We look into the history of the metaphor, “Cost an arm and a leg,” discover its literal implications, and we discuss how its context has shifted over time. In this episode, Delia chats with GUEST TBC about her career in life coaching, and her efforts to help others on the path to self-improvement.

    47 min

  7. 10/15/2024

    'A Snitch in Time Saves nine' - Xavier Bell

    In today’s episode, we welcome Xaviera “Zay” Bell. After the loss of her son Xander, Zay became a passionate advocate for maternal health. She is the creator and founder of two impactful nonprofits, Zeal of Xander, Inc and The Black Birth Institute. Based in Jacksonville, Florida, she is dedicated to addressing the unique needs and challenges faced by black women.

    45 min

  8. 10/15/2024

    'Walking on Eggshells' - Tamu T

    Delia’s guest this week is Tamu Thomas, author, coach and speaker who believes everyone can be connected to their purpose and be successful, without toxic productivity and over functioning to prove their worth. Let’s hear how this week’s metaphor, “Walking on eggshells” resonates with her.

    49 min
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"What goes around comes around!" and..."Children should be seen and not heard." Ever used these metaphors? Of course you have! But have you ever wondered where they originated from and what they really mean? Find out with Delia every Wednesday at 9am GMT. Also broadcasted on the award-winning Colourful Radio.

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