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The SJW Show: Be Real; Be Transparent; Be Honest Welcome to The SJW Show, where we ignite the fire within you to dream, believe, and rise to your full potential. This isn't a place for the complacent or those content with mediocrity. If you're ready to step out of self-pity, break free from excuses, and shatter the barriers of comfort, you're in the right place. This show is designed to inspire, empower, and motivate you to greatness. Are you ready to shed the limits and embrace your destiny? The SJW Show is for those who refuse to settle, for the Queens who have faced the fire and emerged stronger, and for the sisters with an unquenchable hunger for more. We're here to revive your dreams, rekindle your love, and restore your hope. Expect to be challenged, to feel uncomfortable, and to question everything. Our mission is to equip you with the tools and skills to grow, thrive, and dominate. Through the stories of others who have faced pain and struggles, you'll see that your journey is far from over. We aim to help you heal, grow, and transform into the queen you were always meant to be. Your world awaits you—let's start living it together. The SJW Show—for those ready to rise above and claim their greatness.

  1. The SJW Podcast Episode 20 with Lily Mott

    MAR 8

    The SJW Podcast Episode 20 with Lily Mott

    Send us Fan Mail 🎙 The SJW Show Podcast Episode Title: Youth Media, Ethical Storytelling & Global Impact Guest: Lily Mott – Founder, Be the Change Media Network In this powerful episode of The SJW Show, host Jasmine Cannon-Ikurusi sits down with Lily Mott, founding director of Be the Change Media Network, to explore the power of youth voices, ethical storytelling, and the role media plays in shaping a more just and informed world. Launched during the Black Lives Matter protests in Washington DC in 2020, Be the Change Media Network began as a response to the urgent need for young people to tell their own stories. Since then, Lily has built a global platform featuring over 280 podcast episodes and a growing network of 35+ young creators under 25, all committed to creating meaningful conversations about social change. In this conversation, Jasmine and Lily dive into the responsibility that comes with having a voice in the digital age, discussing the balance between viral content and ethical storytelling, the importance of media literacy, and how young creators can use their platforms to inspire action rather than simply attract attention. The episode also explores the vision behind the Be the Change Media Academy, a new initiative aimed at equipping the next generation with the tools, confidence, and integrity needed to tell impactful stories and lead through media. Together, they reflect on the deeper question behind it all: What does it truly mean to “be the change”? This episode is a must-listen for young leaders, aspiring podcasters, storytellers, and anyone passionate about using media as a force for positive global impact. ✨ Key themes: • Youth leadership and media power • Ethical storytelling and responsibility • Media literacy in the digital age • Building global youth networks • Turning platforms into purpose 🎧 Listen now and discover why meaningful media matters. Closing reminder from the episode: “You don’t need millions of followers to change the world. You need integrity, intention, and impact.” Support the show

    27 min
  2. The SJW Podcast Episode 19 with Tina Pokuaah

    FEB 1

    The SJW Podcast Episode 19 with Tina Pokuaah

    Send us Fan Mail 🎙 SJW Podcast – Episode 19 Safeguarding, Faith & Building Cultures of Accountability In Episode 19 of the SJW Podcast, we are joined by Tina Pokuaah, Founder of Kesis Consulting — an international safeguarding trainer, consultant, woman of faith, mother, and recognised next-generation trailblazer. With over 15 years’ experience across education, social care, international development, and multiple global sectors, Tina supports organisations to build safer, accountable, and inclusive cultures. Her work centres on protecting children, young people, and adults at risk, while equipping leaders and organisations to respond effectively to safeguarding and domestic abuse concerns. In this powerful 30-minute conversation, Tina shares her journey into safeguarding, explores why safeguarding is not just a policy requirement but a cultural responsibility, and unpacks what faith-informed, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed practice looks like in real life. Drawing on her global experience across the UK, Africa, the USA, and the Middle East, Tina offers insight, challenge, and hope for leaders navigating complex safeguarding landscapes. Tina holds a BSc in Psychology, a Diploma in Children and Young People, and an MA in Children, Youth and International Development. She was recognised as a Next-Generation Trailblazer by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, affirming her leadership and impact in the safeguarding field. This episode is essential listening for leaders, practitioners, faith communities, and anyone committed to protecting those most at risk and creating environments where people feel safe, seen, and supported. 🎧 Release date: 1 February at 6PM 🔗 Listen now: https://thesjwpodcast.buzzsprout.com 🔗 Connect with Tina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-pokuaah-bsc-dip-ma-8a98a413a Support the show

    23 min

  3. JAN 4

    The SJW Podcast Episode 18 with Balkis Chaabane

    Send us Fan Mail 🎙 SJW Podcast Guest Balkis Chaabane Peace & Security Practitioner | Founder & Executive Director, Youth Transforming Narratives Global 200 Women Power Leader | Human Rights Expert | Youth-Inclusive Peacebuilding Advocate Balkis Chaabane is a Tunisia-born Peace and Security Practitioner and one of the leading emerging voices advancing youth-inclusive peacebuilding across the MENA region and globally. She is the Founder and Executive Director of Youth Transforming Narratives (YTN), a youth-led organisation committed to decolonisation, narrative transformation, and empowering young leaders to shape more just and inclusive societies. Recognised internationally for her impact, Balkis was named among the Global 200 Women Power Leaders 2024, representing Tunisia on the global stage. She is also a former Global Fellow at the Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP), where she deepened her work at the intersection of peace, security, and global governance. With over seven years of experience, Balkis has worked with 25+ international organisations, including UNESCO, USAID, Peace Direct, and multiple UN entities, contributing as a trainer, programme designer, youth engagement specialist, and regional leader. She has launched fellowships, directed youth-led initiatives, and currently leads human rights training at the AMEL Institute, overseeing a network of nearly 1,000 alumni. A four-time full scholarship recipient, Balkis holds an Advanced Master’s in Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law from the Geneva Academy and a Master’s in International Affairs from the Lebanese American University. Fluent in three languages, her work boldly challenges traditional systems while reshaping narratives around peace, justice, cultural identity, and youth leadership. 📍 Based in Tunisia 🌍 Available globally for speaking engagements, training, interviews, and policy consultations 🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/balkis-chaabane 📸 Instagram: @balkis.chaabane | @balkischaabane96 🏷 Organisation: @yt.narratives Support the show

    31 min
  4. The SJW Podcast Episode 17 with Lillian Ogbogoh

    12/13/2025

    The SJW Podcast Episode 17 with Lillian Ogbogoh

    Send us Fan Mail 🎙 SJW Podcast – Guest Feature Episode: Becoming Woman – The Power of Voice with Lillian Ogbogoh Transformational Storyteller | Feminine Power Architect | International Speaker | Host of In Her Own Name About Lillian Ogbogoh Lillian Ogbogoh is an international speaker, transformational storyteller, and Feminine Power Architect whose mission is to help high-achieving Black and Brown women stop shrinking and start leading boldly in their own name. A certified NeuroChange Practitioner, Coach, and Master NLP Practitioner, Lillian blends behavioural science, storytelling, and archetypal leadership to guide women into deeper self-ownership. Her signature methodology — Voice, Power, Becoming — sits at the core of her transformation framework Becoming Woman, empowering women to move from overfunctioning and burnout into embodied, legacy-level influence. Lillian is also the host of In Her Own Name, a powerful podcast that curates intimate, unapologetic conversations on identity, leadership, and navigating systems not designed with women of colour in mind. Her magnetic presence, radical clarity, and ability to shift the atmosphere make her a sought-after keynote speaker and trainer. She has delivered leadership talks and workshops for organisations including the UK Civil Service, NatWest, the Ministry of Justice, and multiple Pan-African leadership platforms. Across all her work, Lillian remains committed to helping women reclaim their visibility, rewrite limiting narratives, and lead with authenticity and power. Podcast: In Her Own Name Streaming on all platforms A courageous and soul-stirring exploration of identity, visibility, and what it truly means to lead boldly as a woman of colour. Lillian invites guests into deep conversations on joy, power, reclaiming voice, and stepping into spaces designed to shrink you — without apology. Connect & Bookings Website: www.LillianOgbogoh.com Email: Lillian@lillianogbogoh.com Instagram: @lillian.ogbogohLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lillianogbogoh/ Location: London, UK Available globally for speaking, interviews, panel discussions, and corporate training.Host Intro (One-Liner) “Today’s guest is Lillian Ogbogoh — an international speaker and host of In Her Own Name, who helps high-achieving women stop shrinking and start leading in their own name.” Support the show

    30 min
  5. The SJW Podcast Episode 16 with Lu Castello

    11/02/2025

    The SJW Podcast Episode 16 with Lu Castello

    Send us Fan Mail Episode 16: Build a Business That Works for You Guest: Lu Castello (they/them) In this powerful episode of The SJW Podcast, host Jasmine Cannon-Ikurusi sits down with Lu Castello (they/them)— a queer business consultant redefining what sustainable success really looks like. With over a decade of experience in operations management, Lu now supports founders to build businesses that serve their lives, not consume them. Their work centres on helping entrepreneurs move away from burnout culture and towards values-led, wellbeing-focused growth that is both sustainable and impactful. Together, Jasmine and Lu explore what it means to lead with authenticity, balance ambition with rest, and create systems that support long-term success without sacrificing mental health or identity. What you’ll learn in this episode How to align your business goals with your personal valuesPractical ways to design systems that protect your wellbeingHow to redefine success beyond hustle cultureWhat wellbeing-led leadership looks like in real lifeThis episode is for founders, creatives, and leaders who are ready to build a business that honours their humanity as much as their goals. 📅 Streaming Sunday, 2nd November at 6PM Support the show

    24 min
  6. The SJW Podcast Episode 15 with Vese Aghoghovbia-Aladewolu

    10/04/2025

    The SJW Podcast Episode 15 with Vese Aghoghovbia-Aladewolu

    Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ SJW Show – Interview with Vese Aghoghovbia-Aladewolu Duration: 30 minutes In this inspiring episode of The SJW Show, Jasmine sits down with Vese Aghoghovbia-Aladewolu — product strategist, award-winning author of Who Do I See in the Mirror?, and founder of Philly & Friends, a children’s lifestyle brand touching families in over 20 countries. She is also the co-founder of DVese. Together, they explore Vese’s journey from product strategy to storytelling, her mission to empower children through diverse representation, and the realities of being a Black woman entrepreneur in publishing and business. Expect fun rapid-fire questions, real talk about leadership and legacy, and nuggets of wisdom for anyone building dreams while raising families. Key Highlights: The inspiration behind Who Do I See in the Mirror?Scaling Philly & Friends to over 40 SKUs and global reachThe challenges and triumphs of Black women in entrepreneurshipLeadership, purpose, and leaving a lasting legacy🔗 Follow Vese on TikTok & Instagram: @vese.bloom | LinkedIn: Vese Aghoghovbia-Aladewolu 📚 Discover Philly & Friends: https://www.phillyandfriends.com 🎧 Tune in now — because your voice is your weapon, use it well. Support the show

    28 min
  7. The SJW Podcast Episode 14 with Reanne Oliver

    09/06/2025

    The SJW Podcast Episode 14 with Reanne Oliver

    Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ The SJW Show – Episode 14 with Reanne Oliver ✨ Be Real. Be Transparent. Be Honest. ✨ Welcome to The SJW Show, where mediocrity has no seat and excuses aren’t allowed. 🚫 This is the space for Queens who’ve walked through the fire 🔥 and refuse to settle. Here, we reignite your spark, revive your vision board, and remind you that as long as there’s life, there’s hope. This episode will challenge you, stretch you, and empower you to rise into the woman you were always destined to be. 👑 🌟 Guest: Reanne Olivier Episode Title: “Pathways, Power & Purpose – with Reanne Olivier” Duration: 30 minutes Host: Jasmine Cannon-Ikurusi Guest: Reanne Olivier – CEO of Africa Matters Initiative, Founder of Mache Ansanm About Reanne Reanne Olivier, of Haitian descent, is a global changemaker with over a decade of experience in nonprofit programme management and instructional design across Africa and the Global South. 🌍 CEO & Co-founder, Africa Matters Initiative – empowering and upskilling young leaders across 23 African countries, impacting 27,000+ youth.👩‍👧 Founder, Mache Ansanm – building pathways for mothers in the Global South to thrive academically, professionally, and personally.🏆 Recognition – Named one of the Top 25 Women in Management Africa (2024).💡 Global Thinker & Gender Activist – with extensive experience across Africa, Europe, and North America.Reanne is also a proud mother, facilitator, and problem-solver whose global exposure fuels her vision for transformative leadership and inclusive opportunities. 📚 Education: BA (Hons) International Studies – Stellenbosch UniversityMSc Africa & International Development – University of Edinburgh 🎧 What to Expect in This Episode Jasmine and Reanne dive deep into: Reanne’s journey from childhood challenges to global leadershipBuilding and scaling youth-led organisations across AfricaThe meaning of leadership as a Black woman changemakerBalancing leadership, activism, and motherhoodCreating ecosystems for mothers in the Global SouthHer vision for the next 5 years of impact✨ Plus: Rapid fire questions, favourite quotes, and final nuggets of wisdom you won’t want to miss. Support the show

    29 min
  8. The SJW Podcast Episode 13 with the Dazzle Cleaning London Team

    08/02/2025

    The SJW Podcast Episode 13 with the Dazzle Cleaning London Team

    Send us Fan Mail The SJW Podcast – Episode 13 Title: Bold, Brilliant, Becoming – with Nermina & Azra Duration: 30 Minutes Release Date: Sunday, 3rd August 2025 Host: Jasmine Cannon-Ikurusi Guests: Nermina Kesetovic-Ferizovic & Azra Alispahic Gegic (Dazzle Cleaning London) In this vibrant and soulful episode, Jasmine sits down with two remarkable women from the Dazzle Cleaning London team—Nermina and Azra—who are rewriting what it means to lead with heart, creativity, and resilience. 💫 From storytelling, linguistics to leadership, dance to design—this episode explores their powerful journeys of identity, confidence, and becoming. 💼 They share how working at Dazzle has shaped their sense of purpose and how they’re building brighter futures through everyday brilliance. 💥 Expect laughter, insight, and inspiration for women leading with love and boldness in the workplace. 🎧 Tune in on Sunday, 3rd August at 6PM: https://thesjwpodcast.buzzsprout.com Let this be the episode that reminds you—you are becoming. Support the show

    25 min
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The SJW Show: Be Real; Be Transparent; Be Honest Welcome to The SJW Show, where we ignite the fire within you to dream, believe, and rise to your full potential. This isn't a place for the complacent or those content with mediocrity. If you're ready to step out of self-pity, break free from excuses, and shatter the barriers of comfort, you're in the right place. This show is designed to inspire, empower, and motivate you to greatness. Are you ready to shed the limits and embrace your destiny? The SJW Show is for those who refuse to settle, for the Queens who have faced the fire and emerged stronger, and for the sisters with an unquenchable hunger for more. We're here to revive your dreams, rekindle your love, and restore your hope. Expect to be challenged, to feel uncomfortable, and to question everything. Our mission is to equip you with the tools and skills to grow, thrive, and dominate. Through the stories of others who have faced pain and struggles, you'll see that your journey is far from over. We aim to help you heal, grow, and transform into the queen you were always meant to be. Your world awaits you—let's start living it together. The SJW Show—for those ready to rise above and claim their greatness.

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  • Creator
    Sapphire Community Group
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The SJW Podcast
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