Talking Tech With Creatives

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Talking Tech with Creatives is a bi-weekly podcast that explores how creativity is shaping the future of every industry. Hosted by author, speaker and technology professional Stella Oni, each episode features conversations with authors, artists, designers, entrepreneurs, technologists, publishers and other industry leaders who are using creative thinking and technology to solve problems, build businesses and adapt to a rapidly changing world. The podcast uncovers the ideas that connect professions and industries. From artificial intelligence and innovation to storytelling, leadership and the future of work, each conversation reveals practical insights, unexpected connections and lessons that can be applied across industries. If you’re curious about how creative people think, innovate and thrive in a changing world, Talking Tech with Creatives is for you. Subscribe and tune in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, YouTube and many more.

  1. 1d ago

    She Turned Her Pain into Music: Kemy Music on Her Debut Single African Woman - ep 34

    In this episode of Talking Tech with Creatives, I speak with singer-songwriter Kemi Obafemi, known professionally as Kemy Music, about her debut single, African Woman. Kemi shares how her love of music began through listening before she started singing in church, leading a choir and writing songs. She also speaks openly about experiencing an abusive marriage and explains how music became her safe space, gave her purpose and helped her find the strength to move forward. That experience became an important part of the story behind African Woman. Kemi explains why she insisted on releasing the song as her first single,  though others in the music industry advised her to begin with something more commercial. For Kemi, African Woman represents the beauty, courage, resilience and strength of women, particularly African women who continue to pursue their dreams despite the obstacles placed before them. We also discuss the influence of Fela Kuti, the challenges facing female artists in the African music industry, the importance of remaining authentic and the realities of building a career as an independent musician. Kemi talks about her previous experience of being signed to a record label, what emerging artists should consider before signing a contract and why having money is not enough if a label does not have the right team or a clear plan for the artist. We explore the role of technology and artificial intelligence in music. Kemi explains how she uses AI tools to experiment with melodies, sounds, instruments and arrangements, while maintaining that technology should assist the artist rather than replace human creativity. We talk about community, music distribution, preserving the legacy of African musicians and Kemy’s advice to young creatives: understand your purpose, remain original and use technology to amplify who you already are. Listen to African Woman by Kemy Music on the major streaming platforms. Listen to African Woman: Songdis Follow Kemy Music: Instagram: @kemymusic Youtube: @kemymusicofficial Content note: This episode includes a non-graphic discussion of domestic abuse. Follow me: @stellaoni_official

  2. Jun 16

    AI, VFX and the Future of Filmmaking with Anthony Rubinstein - ep 33

    What happens when anyone can generate beautiful images? In this episode of Talking Tech with Creatives, I speak with London-based director and VFX artist Anthony Rubinstein about AI, filmmaking, visual effects and the future of creative work. Anthony describes AI as a third way of making pixels. First, we captured images with cameras. Then we built worlds through CGI and VFX. Now, we can generate visuals through AI. But the deeper question is not just what AI can produce. It is what happens to mastery, taste, intention and the human creative process when the tools become this powerful. We also talk about commercial creativity, working with global brands, celebrity campaigns, social media overwhelm, China and America’s AI race, and why real-world human experience may become even more valuable in the age of AI. Listen to the full episode of Talking Tech with Creatives wherever you get your podcasts, or watch on YouTube.   Connect with Anthony: Insta @ant.rubinstein   Connect with me: https://stellaoni.com/   Insta stellaoni_official @stellaoni_official

  3. May 30

    Dilman Dila on Myth, Film, AI and Telling African Stories Outside the Gatekeepers - ep 32

    In this episode of Talking Tech with Creatives, Stella Oni speaks with Ugandan writer and filmmaker Dilman Dila about storytelling, African folklore, speculative futures, filmmaking, and creative independence. Dilman shares how oral storytelling, Ugandan myths, night dancers, African knowledge systems and self-taught filmmaking shaped his work. He also discusses why he prefers independent platforms, crowdfunding, open-source tools and direct audience connection over traditional gatekeepers. The conversation explores art, technology, AI, African spirituality, visual storytelling, YouTube, PeerTube, Patreon, and what it means to build a sustainable creative life on your own terms. Dilman Dila Website https://www.dilmandila.com/ Mastodon https://mograph.social/@dilmandila Youtube https://www.youtube.com/dilstories   Connect with me: https://stellaoni.com/   Social media - stellaoni_official

  4. Apr 24

    From Music Producer to Tech Founder: Melody Nehemiah on Building Songdis for African Artists - ep 31

    In this episode, I speak with Melody Nehemiah, CEO and founder of Songdis, a platform helping African artists and labels get their music onto global streaming services and collect royalties. Melody shares how he sold CDs as a child, produced beats, and managed artists before identifying a major gap in the music ecosystem. He experienced how hard it was for African artists to distribute music, withdraw royalties, and navigate payment systems not designed for them. That frustration drove him to start Songdis. We discuss what it means to build a tech platform from lived experience, how African founders bootstrap ideas into reality, and why infrastructure, community, and trust help creatives grow. Melody describes the differences between record labels and distribution platforms, outlines how Songdis supports artists at different levels, and explains why Africa should build more of its own technology systems rather than rely on the rest of the world. Whether your interest lies in music, technology, African innovation, creative independence, or the future of digital infrastructure on the continent, this conversation offers unique insights. Highlights Melody’s journey from music producer to founder The real problems African artists face with royalties Why Songdis was created Record labels versus distribution platforms Payments, ownership and control Building African tech for African creatives AI, infrastructure and the future of music on the continent Songdis was recognised by the NBA (National Basketball Association) through its accelerator programme, highlighting its innovation in music rights and payments.   Connect with Melody on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melodysongzz/   Connect with me: https://stellaoni.com/   Social media - stellaoni_official

  5. Mar 24

    AI, Authorship and Discoverability: What I Learned at London Book Fair 2026 - Ep 30

    In this solo episode of Talking Tech with Creatives, I share what stood out to me from attending the London Book Fair, especially around publishing, technology, discoverability, and the future of books. I reflect on the UK government’s controversial AI copyright proposal, the strong pushback from the creative industries, and why this matters so much for writers and anyone building an audience. I also talk through some of the most interesting ideas I picked up from the fair: why print is still holding strong, why readers are moving back towards more physical and comforting experiences, and why authors now need to think about General Engine Optimization (GEO) and beyond SEO and pay attention to how AI-driven search is changing discoverability. This is an episode for writers, creatives, and publishing watchers who want to understand where things are going and how to stay visible in a changing landscape.    Episode 13 - Navigating the digital shift - Insights on writing seo and ai with Abidemi Sanusi https://talkingtechwithcreatives.com/episode/navigating-the-digital-shift-insights-on-writing-seo-and-ai-with-abidemi-sanusi   Schema.Org https://schema.org/   Pubishing Perspective https://publishingperspectives.com/?s=london+book@UC1eU2S9cTu-HcN3Yn8a-QmQ   ISSN 2978-8307

  6. 12/12/2025

    Black Writing, Bold Futures: Dr Kadija Sesay on Activism, Archives, and Technology - Ep 29

    Dr Kadija George Sesay has spent decades championing Black writers, preserving overlooked stories, and building Pan-African literary networks that stretch across continents. In this rich conversation, I sit down with her to explore what it really means to decolonise the bookshelf and ensure that our stories are not only published, but preserved for future generations. Kadija speaks about founding Sable LitMag, curating festivals such as the International Black Speculative Writing Festival, and her extensive work with radical independent presses. She explains how Pan-Africanism operates in practice, why independent publishing and ownership are crucial, and how collective memory and community gatherings help us keep our histories alive. We also discuss how technology, online platforms, and now AI can support preservation and access without losing the heart of the work. Kadija shares her excitement about her upcoming Fulbright journey to the United States, her ongoing research into Black publishers and Pan-Africanism, and what she hopes future readers and scholars will discover about the Black writing emerging today. If you care about literature, archives, cultural memory, or how our stories survive in a rapidly changing world, this episode offers a powerful and generous masterclass.   If you enjoyed the episode, consider sharing it with someone who loves books, archives, or Black history.   Connect with Kadija LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kadija-sesay-00323b4/ Interview on Africa in Words: https://africainwords.com/2022/03/23/qa-scholar-activist-kadija-sesay-on-afripoetree/ Review of the International Black Speculative Writing Festival (Vector Magazine): https://vector-bsfa.com/2024/02/27/review-of-the-international-black-speculative-writing-festival-2024/   Connect with me About me: https://stellaonithewriter.com/about/ Podcast website: https://talkingtechwithcreatives.com/episodes Substack: https://stellaoni.substack.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TalkingTechWithCreatives LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stella-oni-065788140/ Thank you for reading and listening. I hope this episode leaves you thinking about your own role in preserving stories, and the ways you can share what you know with the people coming after you.  ISSN 2978-8307

  7. 11/19/2025

    From Lion King to Iwaju: Hamid Ibrahim of Kugali Media on Building African Worlds That Travel - ep 28

    In this episode, I speak with Hamid Ibrahim, creator and production designer of Iwaju, the groundbreaking Afro-futuristic series produced in collaboration between Kugali Media and Disney. We dive into his journey from portrait artist, to Hollywood VFX work on films such as The Lion King, Dumbo and Doctor Dolittle, to building one of the most important African creative IP houses of our time. Hamid shares the origins of Iwaju, how a BBC interview unexpectedly led Disney to their door, and what it took to build a futuristic Lagos that resonated globally. We talk about African IP, ownership, investment, the realities of raising funds as an African founder, and why authentic stories still matter in an age increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence. If you care about African storytelling, animation, technology, creativity or the future of global IP, this conversation offers valuable insight. Highlights: • How Kugali Media caught the attention of Disney • The making of Iwaju and its cultural impact • African IP as a global asset • The business realities behind storytelling • AI and what it can and cannot replace • Why meaning and authenticity still matter • Building creative businesses without a roadmap   Guest Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamidibrahimportfolio Instagram (Kugali): https://www.instagram.com/kugalimedia LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/hamid-ibrahim-564892a7 Twitter: https://x.com/hamid_portfolio   My Links: About Stella: https://stellaonithewriter.com/about Podcast Website: https://talkingtechwithcreatives.com/episodes YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TalkingTechWithCreatives Substack: https://stellaoni.substack.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stella-oni-065788140      ISSN 2978-8307

  8. 11/02/2025

    Rasheda Ashanti Malcolm on Building Platforms for Women Writers - ep 27

    This week I have a lively conversation with author and literary activist Rasheda Ashanti Malcolm about building platforms for women of colour from the 1990s to today. Rasheda traces her path from founding Candace magazine to writing fiction, creating the WILDE Foundation, running writing retreats in Jamaica, and launching the H&F Writers’ Festival in West London. We explore how technology and community remove old gatekeepers, the healing power of journaling, and WILDE’s future plans to expand retreats, mentorship, and international collaborations. It is an inspiring story of creativity, persistence, and the ongoing work of empowering women’s voices through literature, activism, and connection. Key takeaways: • Community and craft can coexist and strengthen each other. • Journaling helps survivors find voice and confidence. • Technology widens access and continuity beyond physical events. • WILDE seeks collaborators, mentors, and publishing partners to platform emerging writers. We also spent time talking about Jamaica, where Rasheda runs her writing retreats and where I recently attended the Calabash Festival. Sadly, the country has since been hit by Hurricane Melissa and suffered devastating damage. Journalist Nadine White has compiled a helpful list of trusted aid sources here: Hurricane Melissa – How Can We Help   Please do your due diligence before making any donation. You can read more of Nadine White’s reporting here: https://www.independent.co.uk/author/nadine-white. Explore more: Talking Tech with Creatives – talkingtechwithcreatives.com Podcast Instagram – @talkingtechwithcreatives My author website – stellaonithewriter.com Author Instagram – @stellaonithewriter Rasheda Ashanti Malcolm – @ashantirashedaauthor H&F Writers’ Festival – handfwritersfestival.co.uk H&F Writers’ Festival Instagram – @hfwritersfest If you enjoy these conversations, subscribe to Talking Tech with Creatives, follow us on Instagram, and share the episode to help amplify the stories of women shaping creativity and culture.    ISSN 2978-8307

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Talking Tech with Creatives is a bi-weekly podcast that explores how creativity is shaping the future of every industry. Hosted by author, speaker and technology professional Stella Oni, each episode features conversations with authors, artists, designers, entrepreneurs, technologists, publishers and other industry leaders who are using creative thinking and technology to solve problems, build businesses and adapt to a rapidly changing world. The podcast uncovers the ideas that connect professions and industries. From artificial intelligence and innovation to storytelling, leadership and the future of work, each conversation reveals practical insights, unexpected connections and lessons that can be applied across industries. If you’re curious about how creative people think, innovate and thrive in a changing world, Talking Tech with Creatives is for you. Subscribe and tune in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, YouTube and many more.

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  • Creator
    Stella Oni
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Clean
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