Colour-Full Stacy Jayne, Sena Zungu and Laura Rapson

In this episode Sena and Stacy challenge and consider forward thinking solutions to assimilation into white workplaces. They're joined by Buhle Dlamini, an award winning entrepreneur, author of 6 books, and international speaker who has consulted with businesses on the benefits of diversity with cultural intelligence for over 18 years.

They discuss how workplace culture has eurocentrism at its foundation and how black people have to embody and embrace “white culture” within the workplace not only as a means of self-preservation but also for career advancement.

Buhle describes a racist attack on his family, explains why the honeymoon period post George Floyd is over, discusses what organisations should do to truly embrace inclusion and much more.

Learn more about Buhle here:

https://www.buhledlamini.com/

https://tomorrowtodayglobal.com/



This episode was produced by Laura Rapson

In this episode, Stacy and Sena are in conversation with Gcotyelwa Jimlongo about the significance of names. From personal anecdotes of mispronunciation to unpacking the influence of colonial history behind this common issue, they talk about the subtle yet insidious racial undertones embedded in misnaming and mispronunciation.

They explore the harmful effects of the erasure of identity linked to this normalised practice and shed light on the importance of acknowledging and honouring cultural heritage. Together, they discuss strategies for moving forward in a manner that respects and celebrates the significance of African ethnic names and their meanings.

This episode was inspired by Stacy’s daughter, Faith’s critique of her natural hair. Join Mmakgabo Dlomo, CEO of Intombi Hair Care, and Sena Zungu, a young woman with a passion for identity discourse, as they peel back the layers of black women's relationships with their hair.

Mmakgabo shares her journey to embracing her natural hair, highlighting the prevalent feelings of shame in black women's hair stories. Sena reflects on her upbringing with 4c hair, delving into societal pressures and imposed Eurocentric beauty ideals that led to insecurities about her hair. Together, they celebrate the beauty of black hair while acknowledging the underlying microaggressions and prejudices around afro-textured hair; setting the stage for a raw discussion around identity and self-love.

You can learn more about Intombi here:

www.intombihaircare.co.za 

Facebook: www.facebook.com/intombisa 

Instagram: www.instagram.com/intombi_sa

TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@intombi_sa?lang=en 



This episode was produced by Laura Rapson

In this episode we investigate a curious behaviour of white women when they walk past a black person they don’t know. We’ve named it the “umlungu snake smile”. You know what we’re talking  about  right?… that kind of straight-lined lip, half smile thing.

What is this thing that white women do and why do they do it? How does it make black people feel? And what would be a better way to handle this moment in future? After getting some initial feedback from black and white people, Stacy sat down with her friend Kuhle Belu to unpack this behaviour in detail, and why Kuhle believes conversations like this are important. Join us on our first episode as we start moving from complacency to connection.



This episode was produced by Laura Rapson

In this first episode, Stacy sits down with her colleague and friend, Sena Zungu, to discuss what motivated her to start this podcast. Sena doesn't hold back - asking Stacy pointed questions about her journey toward racial awareness as a white woman living in South Africa. Together, they explore Stacy's observations of race relations, her hopes and fears in starting these conversations, and the pivotal moments that led her to this point. Join us as we engage with uncomfortable truths and seek to understand the complexities of race, privilege, and perspective.