No Boundaries: Black Girl Magic Edition with Anousha Nzume

Anousha Nzume

Welcome to the No Boundaries podcast! Our host, Anousha, and sometimes a guest, will be exploring the culture, uplifting our people, and having open and honest conversations about topics that touch our everyday lives.

  1. Jun 22

    Episode 53: How To Have The Audacity To Live The Life You’ve Always Wanted with  Myra Lucretia Taylor

    There’s a certain level of audacity that Black women are not always taught to have. We don’t have the audacity of a rich white man because we have been taught to be cautious, and for good reason! But we also have dreams, and those dreams could be realized if we had a little bit more audacity and a little bit of backup. Myra Lucretia Taylor is an American actress and singer. She received a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her performance as Gran Georgeanna in the Broadway musical Tina (2019). She also received a Drama Desk Award, as well as an Outer Critics Circle Award and a Lucille Lortel Award nomination during her career. In this week’s episode, we’re talking about how to have the audacity to live the life you’ve always wanted. Myra didn’t have any actors in her family, but still, she knew she wanted to be an actress. As a young Black girl, that’s not always the path our parents want for us. But Myra’s mother never doubted her talents, and confidence gave Myra the audacity she needed to become the Tony-nominated actress and singer she is today.  Tune in to hear more of Myra’s lessons in audacity and how she reaches for her dreams every single day.  Enjoy! And don’t forget to subscribe to the No Boundaries Patreon for exclusive content. Follow Myra on: Her Instagram: @myra_lucretia_taylor   Follow Anousha on: Instagram @‌anoushanzume Work with Anousha: Book your first life coaching call with Anousha here!  Follow the No Boundaries Podcast on: Instagram @‌noboundariesthepodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoBoundariesthePodcast Substack: @noboundariesthepodcast  Patreon: NoBoundariesthePodcast  Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST, an Afro-Latina-owned boutique podcast production and copywriting studio.

  2. Jun 15

    Episode 52: How to Honor Your Inner Pop Star with Ntjam Rosie

    Honoring your inner pop star is about honoring your truest self. It’s about being honest with yourself and not letting anyone hold you back from your idea of stardom. Whether you’re in the music industry or not, your inner pop star wants to see you shine. And in this week’s episode, we’re going to explore what that means from an actual, real-life pop star.  Ntjam Rosie, born on March 18, 1983, in Cameroon, is a singer and songwriter who has earned her place in the international music and theater world. She grew up in the Netherlands, blending her West African roots with Western musical styles such as jazz, soul, pop, and R&B. Her creative versatility and unmistakable sound have made her one of the most remarkable artists in the Netherlands. Ntjam Rosie’s music is a celebration of her dual identity: African roots and European influences. Her ability to transcend genres and tell her stories with integrity and passion makes her an inspiration to a wide audience. In this week’s episode, we’re talking about how to honor your inner pop star with Ntjam Rosie. Ntjam and I ran in the same circles in careers in the Netherlands, but surprisingly, we never met each other! Now that we’ve been formally introduced through the pod, we’re diving into how she became the star that she is today. Ntjam’s life was rarely easy, and her career wasn’t linear. But she knew herself, and she knew she was meant to be a star, and that’s all that mattered.  Tune in to hear how Ntjam became a genre-defying pop star and what it was like growing up as a Black girl in the Netherlands.  Enjoy! And don’t forget to subscribe to the No Boundaries Patreon for exclusive content. Follow Ntjam on: Her Instagram: @ntjamrosie   Her Website: https://ntjamrosie.com/  Her Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/44XhJ4fcKrMzrVr6WpF69R  Follow Anousha on: Instagram @‌anoushanzume Work with Anousha: Book your first life coaching call with Anousha here!  Follow the No Boundaries Podcast on: Instagram @‌noboundariesthepodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoBoundariesthePodcast Substack: @noboundariesthepodcast  Patreon: NoBoundariesthePodcast  Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST, an Afro-Latina-owned boutique podcast production and copywriting studio.

  3. Jun 8

    Episode 51: How Alisa is Telling Groundbreaking Black Stories with an Incredible BiPOC Production Company with Alisa Payne

    Storytelling is an incredibly important job, especially for Black people living in predominantly white countries. We not only need to be able to see ourselves in the media, but we also need to defend ourselves. The racist structural systems that were set up centuries before us do not get taken down unless we break them down. That is what storytelling, like filmmaking, has done for so many people, and today, we’re going to speak to the woman who has made groundbreaking films for us all to enjoy and be educated about.   Alisa Payne has built a +25-year production career grounded in telling stories about Black and brown communities. From the Emmy-nominated STAMPED FROM THE BEGINNING to the Emmy-nominated Disney+ series HARLEM ICE, Alisa has consistently championed work that centers marginalized voices. Her latest film, THE PERFECT NEIGHBOR, premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival and became a number one hit on Netflix, defying industry assumptions. In this week’s episode, we’re talking about how Alisa is telling groundbreaking stories with an incredible BiPOC production company. After years of experience working behind the scenes of Queen Latifa’s talk show and many others, she went into business with a friend of hers, and the rest is history. Together, they have produced THE PERFECT NEIGHBOR and THE DEVIL IS BUSY. All in the name of seeking justice for Black people in America and spreading the word so that we can move forward.  Tune in to hear her career story and how she stays motivated during such uncertain times  Enjoy! And don’t forget to subscribe to the No Boundaries Patreon for exclusive content. Follow Alisa on: Her Instagram: @al_is_a_payne Follow Anousha on: Instagram @‌anoushanzume Work with Anousha: Book your first life coaching call with Anousha here!  Follow the No Boundaries Podcast on: Instagram @‌noboundariesthepodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoBoundariesthePodcast Substack: @noboundariesthepodcast  Patreon: NoBoundariesthePodcast  Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST, an Afro-Latina-owned boutique podcast production and copywriting studio.

  4. Jun 4

    Episode 50: The Summer House Reunion, Narcissistic Tactics, and Navigating Sadistic Female Friendships

    The Summer House Reunion taught us two things: that narcissistic tactics are EVERYWHERE, and that some female friendships are sadistic. West and Amanda’s behavior was absolutely appalling! So this week, we’re breaking down why this reunion was so hurtful and what you can do to protect yourself from these kinds of relationships.  Sarah Tulloch is the founder and the lead Podcast Production Manager at CCST (Content Creation with Sarah Tulloch). CCST is a boutique podcast and content production studio dedicated to supporting creative entrepreneurs with done-for-you services and proven growth strategies. Sarah helps her clients grow their reach, promote their services, and attract their ideal clients through eye-catching and consistent content. Sarah is extremely passionate about women’s stories and education.  In this week’s episode, we’re talking about the Summer House Reunion, narcissistic tactics, and navigating sadistic female friendships. Let’s be real, Amanda and West’s behavior is insidious. They are trying to hurt Ciara on purpose. And if you’ve ever been the Ciara of this kind of hate campaign, you know how painful it is.  So let’s break down why Amanda and West are hurting Ciara in the worst ways possible and how to protect yourself from toxic relationships like these ones.  Enjoy! And don’t forget to subscribe to the No Boundaries Patreon for exclusive content. Follow Sarah on: Instagram: @podcasts.by.sarah  TikTok: @podcasts.by.sarah  Website: www.sarahtullochwrites.com  Launch your podcast today with Sarah’s production services! Follow Anousha on: Instagram @‌anoushanzume Work with Anousha: Book your first life coaching call with Anousha here!  Follow the No Boundaries Podcast on: Instagram @‌noboundariesthepodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoBoundariesthePodcast Substack: @noboundariesthepodcast  Patreon: NoBoundariesthePodcast  Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST, an Afro-Latina-owned boutique podcast production and copywriting studio.

  5. May 23

    Episode 49: Responding to Your Comments About Neske’s Race and How She Began Her Spiritual Path with Neske Beks

    Our good friend Neske Beks is back, and we are responding to your comments! If you’re not following us on Instagram or TikTok (go do that now, thank you!), we got quite a mix of comments regarding Neske talking about her experience being mixed race. And while we did not agree with all of these comments, we did want to dive into the topic and all the nuances that come with being mixed race in a predominantly white country.  Neske was born in Antwerp in 1972 to a Flemish-American mother who gave her five names: Vanessa Daniella Henri Johanna Delphina, but she called herself Neske Beks —after Neske, the protagonist in her graduation solo: that's how she reinvented myself for the first time.
After surviving 4 strokes, she reinvented herself multiple times; that's how she started calling herself a reinvention expert. Telling stories and supporting others in telling their stories is what she does best. 
As a director, writer, coach, teacher, dramaturge, healer, or board member, always focusing on the story—your story, their story, my story, our story—and changing perspectives is key.  She speaks six languages: Dutch, English, Spanish/Castellano, French, German, and Catalan, and lives both in Spain and the Netherlands—and sometimes in Belgium. Her direct ancestry is Senegalese Flemish and Afro&Indigenous American. In this week’s episode, we’re responding to your comments about Neske’s race and how she began her spiritual path. Some people had an issue with Neske and I identifing as Black women because that is how we are perceived, especially in European countries. But what they wanted us to identify ourselves with, just didn’t align with our lived experiences. So we’re breaking it down, as well as Neske’s journey towards her spiritual path.  Tune in to hear why race is so nuanced for mixed Black women and how Neske researching her ancestors turned into a path to the priesthood.  Enjoy! And don’t forget to subscribe to the No Boundaries Patreon for exclusive content. Follow Neske on: Her website: https://www.neske.nu/  Watch Neske’s movies here: https://www.neske.nu/overmijmovies/  Follow Anousha on: Instagram @‌anoushanzume Work with Anousha: Book your first life coaching call with Anousha here!  Follow the No Boundaries Podcast on: Instagram @‌noboundariesthepodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoBoundariesthePodcast Substack: @noboundariesthepodcast  Patreon: NoBoundariesthePodcast  Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST, an Afro-Latina-owned boutique podcast production and copywriting studio.

  6. May 15

    Episode 48: Reality TV, Life Lessons, and What We Can Learn from Bravo Cast’s Mistakes with Sarah Tulloch

    Reality TV is a mirror to our real world, especially the Bravo shows. That’s what makes it so exciting! It’s a way for us to talk about our own nuanced issues without being a Debbie Downer. Think of it this way: if we sit down with a group of friends at happy hour and talk about Amanda betraying Ciarra, we can say what we mean while also still being fun! Sarah Tulloch is back for another Reality TV episode of No Boundaries: Black Girl Magic Edition! Sarah Tulloch is the founder and lead Podcast Content Manager at CCST (Content Creation with Sarah Tulloch). CCST is a boutique podcast and content production studio dedicated to supporting creative entrepreneurs with done-for-you services and proven growth strategies. Sarah helps her clients grow their reach, promote their services, and attract their ideal clients through eye-catching and consistent content. Sarah is extremely passionate about women’s stories and education. When she's not producing podcasts or creating content, she's writing romantasy novels cafes all over NYC.  In this week’s episode, we talked about reality TV, life lessons, and what we can learn from the Bravo cast's mistakes. Because these nuanced conversations are happening all around us - whether we’re talking about race, friendship, or relationships, so let’s not reinvent the wheel, and see what we can learn from this season of Bravo reality TV.  Tune in to hear what life lessons we can learn from Summer House, Southern Charm, and the Real Housewives of Atlanta.   Enjoy! And don’t forget to subscribe to the No Boundaries Patreon for exclusive content. Follow Sarah on: Instagram: @podcasts.by.sarah  TikTok: @podcasts.by.sarah  Website: www.sarahtullochwrites.com  Launch your podcast today with Sarah’s production services! Follow Anousha on: Instagram @‌anoushanzume Work with Anousha: Book your first life coaching call with Anousha here!  Follow the No Boundaries Podcast on: Instagram @‌noboundariesthepodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoBoundariesthePodcast Substack: @noboundariesthepodcast  Patreon: NoBoundariesthePodcast  Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST, an Afro-Latina-owned boutique podcast production and copywriting studio.

  7. May 8

    Episode 47: How to Live an Artistic Life as a Mixed Black Woman in Belgium with Neske Beks

    I have so many friends who have the most amazing stories. They’ve traveled the world, survived tragedy, and STILL created the most fulfilling lives they could. No matter where they started, no matter what their circumstances were, they gave themselves everything they’ve ever wanted.  Neske was born in Antwerp in 1972 to a Flemish-American mother who gave her five names: Vanessa Daniella Henri Johanna Delphina, but she called herself Neske Beks —after Neske, the protagonist in her graduation solo: that's how she reinvented myself for the first time.

 After surviving 4 strokes, she reinvented herself multiple times; that's how she started calling herself a reinvention expert. Telling stories and supporting others in telling their stories is what she does best. 
As a director, writer, coach, teacher, dramaturge, healer, or board member, always focusing on the story—your story, their story, my story, our story—and changing perspectives is key.  She speaks six languages: Dutch, English, Spanish/Castellano, French, German, and Catalan, and lives both in Spain and the Netherlands—and sometimes in Belgium. Her direct ancestry is Senegalese Flemish and Afro&Indigenous American. In this week’s episode, we’re talking to Neske Beks. Neske grew up in Belgium, raised by a white family, and faced several difficulties growing up. Not only was she a Black, adopted girl being raised in a predominantly white country, but she didn’t have the strongest support system for an artistic life either. Nevertheless, she didn’t let that stop her. Neske is an accomplished transdisciplinary artist, and it’s all due to the fact that she honors her younger self and her Black Girl Magic in her work.  Tune in to hear how she published her first record at 16 and how she got into the craziest clubs in the 70s.  Enjoy! And don’t forget to subscribe to the No Boundaries Patreon for exclusive content. Follow Neske on: Her website: https://www.neske.nu/  Watch Neske’s movies here: https://www.neske.nu/overmijmovies/  Follow Anousha on: Instagram @‌anoushanzume Work with Anousha: Book your first life coaching call with Anousha here!  Follow the No Boundaries Podcast on: Instagram @‌noboundariesthepodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoBoundariesthePodcast Substack: @noboundariesthepodcast  Patreon: NoBoundariesthePodcast  Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST, an Afro-Latina-owned boutique podcast production and copywriting studio.

  8. May 1

    Episode 46: Expat vs Immigrant: What It’s Like to Be a Refugee In a European Country with Sabrine Ingabire

    So many of us are connected because of our immigration stories. Some of us move for fun, while others move for survival. This week’s guest is now an established and published journalist living in Belgium, but as a child, she was a refugee from Rwanda who was separated from her family and made to assimilate in a predominantly white country that never let her forget she was different.  Sabrine Ingabire (b. 1995, Rwanda) is a Rwandan-Belgian journalist and writer. She’s currently writing a book for De Correspondent. Previously, she was the editor-in-chief of Lilith Magazine. She also worked as an editor and reporter for NRC and as a columnist for De Morgen, MO* Magazine, and Dipsaus. Her first young adult novel, ‘Le chemin vers le bonheur’, was published in 2016, and her second novel, ‘Lotgenoten’, in 2024 (Uitgeverij Pluim/Dipsaus). In this week’s episode, we’re talking about what it’s like to be a refugee in a European country. Just because you’re in a safer place physically doesn’t mean you don’t still have trauma to work through. On top of that, Europeans are also still racist. It’s different compared to the US and its history, but Europe is not the post-racial utopia some Europeans try to convince themselves it is. Sabrine has had to endure a ton of systemic racism as a citizen and in the workplace as a journalist. Tune in to hear how she rose above it and how she’s healing her trauma as a refugee.  Enjoy! And don’t forget to subscribe to the No Boundaries Patreon for exclusive content. Follow Sabrine on: Instagram: @ingabire.sabrine  Substack: https://ingabiresabrine.substack.com/  Paetron: https://www.patreon.com/Ingabire  For our Dutch Listeners who want to buy her beautiful book "Lotgenoten": https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/205797450-lotgenoten  Follow Anousha on: Instagram @‌anoushanzume Work with Anousha:Book your first life coaching call with Anousha here!  Follow the No Boundaries Podcast on:Instagram @‌noboundariesthepodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoBoundariesthePodcast Substack: @noboundariesthepodcast  Patreon: NoBoundariesthePodcast  Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST, an Afro-Latina-owned boutique podcast production and copywriting studio.

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