Who Moved My Birkin?

Clytie Tammy
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Who Moved My Birkin? is a business podcast for women of colour who are navigating change in business and their personal life. Hosted by Clytie Tammy (@thatgirltammy), founder of BQLondon and Melodee Box. This podcast puts the spotlight on the untold stories of black and brown business women and showcases their accomplishments and their #BlackGirlMagic. If you would like to be a guest on the podcast, please send an email to whomovedmybirkin@gmail.com with GUEST - business name as the subject. Please provide as much detail about your business, website and any social media handles.

  1. 4d ago

    We're all playing a role, Dani just gets paid for it | Dani Moseley

    You know when you've seen someone on screen so many times that you somehow feel like you know them? That's how it can feel with Dani Moseley. Except, of course, you don't actually know her. Dani is an actress whose work spans television, film and theatre, including Dreaming Whilst Black and Jaja's African Hair Braiding, with her new short film You and Me Makes Three also on the way. The conversation gets into Dani's journey as an actress, the reality of building and sustaining a career in the industry, accents and dialects, choosing roles, knowing when something is right for you and how both life and work have shaped the woman she is today. Dani and Clytie also talk about Black representation, supporting Black businesses and some of the realities that sit behind a career that, from the outside, can look very different from what it's actually like to live it. It's less of an interview and more of two women getting to know each other — which might be why it's one of the best kinds of conversations to listen to. Follow Dani on IG - @danimoseley

  2. Aug 17

    From Self-Publishing To Hit Netflix Show: Sue Nyathi on The Polygamist

    Zimbabwean author Sue Nyathi wrote The Polygamist after observing the complicated relationships happening around her in Harare; married men, mistresses, "small houses" and women whose lives were unknowingly intertwined. After struggling to find a traditional publisher, Sue eventually decided to publish the book herself. More than a decade later, that same story has been adapted for the screen and introduced Sue's work to a whole new audience on Netflix. In this episode, Sue joins me to talk about the real-life observations that inspired The Polygamist, what it feels like to hand characters you've lived with for years over to somebody else for a screen adaptation, and seeing her work find new life so many years after she first wrote it. We also talk about her other novels, including The GoldDiggers and A Family Affair, the Zimbabwean experience of migration to South Africa, writing complicated and imperfect characters, and what it means to tell distinctly Zimbabwean stories while living away from home. And, of course, we get into publishing - including the rejection that came before The Polygamist, choosing to back herself and self-publish, and what her journey says about getting your story out into the world even when the first answer is no. This is a conversation about writing, representation, persistence and what can happen when you decide a story deserves to be told. Website: Sue Nyathi IG/Twitter: @suenyathi Follow the podcast: @whomovedmybirkin Follow the host: @thatgirltammy_

  3. Aug 10

    Why Black Stories Aren't Being Made | HaJ - VibeKast

    Why are there still so many Black stories we want to see but can't find on our screens? This week I'm joined by HaJ, founder of VibeKast, for a conversation about Black representation in film and what actually happens behind the scenes when creatives try to get their ideas made. We talk about the barriers and red tape that can stand between a great idea and a finished project, what happens when creatives keep hearing "no", and why the traditional way of deciding which stories get funded might be leaving audiences out of the conversation entirely. HaJ also shares how those frustrations helped inspire VibeKast, a platform designed to give audiences an opportunity to show their support for projects much earlier in the creative process. We get into: • The lack of Black representation in film and television• Why so many stories audiences want still aren't being made• The barriers creatives face getting projects funded and greenlit• How the idea for VibeKast came about• Turning repeated "nos" into another way forward• Giving audiences a voice in which projects get supported• Building a business around a problem you've experienced firsthand• What needs to change for more diverse stories to make it to our screens It's a conversation about representation, creativity, access and what could happen if audiences had more power to help decide which stories get made. VibeKast - www.vibekast.com

  4. Aug 3

    What If Stories Could Be Smelt? | Ayoka Chenzira on Film, Scent & Creativity

    In this episode, I sit down with pioneering filmmaker, animator and educator Ayoka Chenzira to explore a creative journey that has spanned decades. We talk about everything from African dance and storytelling to perfumery, filmmaking and her latest immersive project, Olf, a film inspired by the power of scent. Ayoka shares how following her curiosity has led her into unexpected spaces, why she believes stories can be experienced in more ways than just what we see on screen, and how platforms like VibeKast are changing the way films are funded and made. This is a conversation about creativity, innovation and what it means to keep evolving as an artist. In this episode, we discuss: Growing up with a love of African dance and how it shaped her creative voiceWhy curiosity has been the driving force behind her careerThe inspiration behind Olf and storytelling through scentHow perfume can evoke memory, emotion and connectionHow VibeKast is rethinking audience participation in filmmakingThe realities of building a career as a Black filmmakerWhy artists should never stop experimentingAyoka Chenzira is an award-winning filmmaker, director, animator and educator whose work has helped shape Black independent cinema. Throughout a career spanning nearly five decades, she has continued to push the boundaries of storytelling through film, technology and immersive experiences. About Ayoka Chenzira Ayoka Chenzira is an award-winning filmmaker, director, animator and educator whose work has helped shape Black independent cinema. Throughout a career spanning nearly five decades, she has continued to push the boundaries of storytelling through film, technology and immersive experiences. Instagram: @ayomentary Website: https://www.ayokachenzira.com VibeKast: https://vibecast.com

  5. Mar 23

    From Passion to Profit: Building a Creative Business That Works

    From interior design to candle making and art, Joycelyn Cobbold is building more than a business, she’s creating experiences people remember. In this episode, we get into the real side of turning creativity into a career: navigating self-employment, pricing your work with confidence, overcoming self-doubt, and staying authentic while building something that actually works. We also talk about the power of collaboration, the thinking behind her workshops, and how to create spaces and experiences that feel intentional, not just aesthetic. If you’ve ever thought about turning your passion into a business, this is the kind of conversation you need to hear. Follow Joycelyn on her journey to building a creative empire: noiirsquaredlondon.com Buy tickets for the workshops Instagram: @nsqeventsldn Follow the podcast: @whomovedmybirkin Follow the host: @thatgirltammy_

  6. Mar 2

    Founders Corner - From Afrocenchix to Ayaa Botanicals

    In this episode, Clytie Tammy sits down with Rachael Twumasi-Corson, co-founder of Afrocenchix, to reflect on her journey from building one of the UK’s most recognisable natural haircare brands to exiting the business in 2023 and starting again with Ayaa Botanicals. Rachael shares candid insights into the realities of entrepreneurship, the emotional weight of stepping away from something you built, the lessons learned from scaling Afrocenchix, and what legacy means when you move on from a brand you built from the ground up and starting a new one, Ayaa Botanicals. The conversation explores community support for Black-owned businesses, the importance of proof of concept before scaling, and the discipline required to test ideas properly. Rachael also opens up about navigating motherhood alongside business, redefining success, and building differently this time around. This episode is a powerful reflection on growth, reinvention, and what it truly means to start again with clarity. Follow Rachael: IG, YouTube, website, Substack Follow the host: @thatgirltammy_ Visit the podcast website: whomovedmybirkin.co.uk Chapters 00:00 Reconnecting After Years: A Journey of Change04:53 Navigating Business Challenges: Exiting Afrocenchix10:34 Reflecting on Afrocenchix’s Legacy16:35 Community Support and the Future of Black-Owned Businesses23:22 Breaking Barriers and Building Confidence31:53 Navigating the Startup Landscape36:42 The Importance of Proof of Concept41:36 Testing Ideas Before Scaling47:17 Personal Growth and Product Development52:49 Exploring Work-Life Harmony

  7. Feb 16

    How We Love: Our Children Are Watching Us Love

    Emotional intelligence doesn’t start in the boardroom. It starts at home. In this powerful conversation, Clytie Tammy sits down with Dr. Donnette Green to unpack what emotional intelligence really looks like inside families. Drawing from her years in Child Protective Services, Dr. Green shares what she’s learned about children’s behaviour, parenting patterns, and the emotional climates that shape young lives. They explore how parenting styles influence trust and communication, why self-awareness is essential before we try to “teach” our children anything, and how emotional literacy begins with something as simple — and as powerful — as naming feelings. The conversation also addresses co-parenting tensions, the emotional weight many parents carry silently, and why self-care isn’t indulgent but necessary. Dr. Green highlights the importance of community, cultural understanding, and intentional communication in raising emotionally secure children. This episode is a reminder that the way we love, regulate, and communicate at home creates ripple effects for generations. If you’re interested in building a calmer, more emotionally aware household, this conversation will stay with you. Follow Dr Donnette Green on IG Donate and follow Guilded Collaboration Collective Follow me: ⁠@thatgirltammy_ Follow the podcast: ⁠@whomovedmybirkin If you would like to be a guest on upcoming episodes, email clytie@whomovedmybirkin.co.uk

  8. Feb 9

    How We Love - What Matchmakers Know That We Don’t

    Dating today is noisy, confusing and often exhausting - this conversation cuts straight through it. In this episode, Clytie Tammy sits down with professional matchmaker Siobhan Copland to talk about what actually makes relationships work beyond apps, algorithms, and surface-level attraction. Siobhan shares her journey into matchmaking and breaks down the difference between chemistry and real compatibility, especially in a world shaped by social media expectations. They explore what dating in your 30s really looks like, why vulnerability feels harder than ever, and how communication, boundaries, and self-awareness play a bigger role than “having a type.” The conversation also challenges the pressure to be endlessly picky while still staying open, and why so many people struggle to find balance there. Siobhan shares real matchmaking stories and offers insight into finding connection through community, in-person interactions, and intentional choices, reminding us that love doesn’t only live on dating apps. If you’re tired of modern dating rules that don’t seem to work, or you’re curious about how people actually build lasting relationships, you'll enjoy this episode

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Who Moved My Birkin? is a business podcast for women of colour who are navigating change in business and their personal life. Hosted by Clytie Tammy (@thatgirltammy), founder of BQLondon and Melodee Box. This podcast puts the spotlight on the untold stories of black and brown business women and showcases their accomplishments and their #BlackGirlMagic. If you would like to be a guest on the podcast, please send an email to whomovedmybirkin@gmail.com with GUEST - business name as the subject. Please provide as much detail about your business, website and any social media handles.

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  • Creator
    Clytie Tammy
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    55
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Clytie Tammy
  • Show Website
    Who Moved My Birkin?