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Black All Year

Black History Month plays a crucial role, but it"s essential to acknowledge that the celebration of Black heritage and culture extends beyond just one month. It"s a year-round commitment involving celebration, recognition, support, education, and advocacy. Hosting this podcast is Steph Edusei, a renowned leader, speaker, and coach. As an Ashanti-Geordie woman with mixed Ghanaian and English roots from the North East of England, she brings a unique perspective to the table.

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35:25

Black All Year – Unlearning Whiteness

Black All Year ·

2025/08/12

What does it take for white people to stop being “not racist” and start being anti-racist?Steph Edusei sits down with Nikki Brooker, also known as the Anti-Racist Mum, in a fearless and deeply personal discussion exploring the uncomfortable, necessary, and transformative work of challenging white supremacy from the inside out.A white mother to a Black mixed-heritage daughter, Nikki shares how her family’s experience of racism shattered her worldview, and how she turned that pain into action through

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21:23

Black All Year – Riots, Race & Reckonings

Black All Year ·

2025/08/05

It’s been one year since the 2024 UK riots shook the country. In this raw and reflective solo episode, Steph Edusei unpacks the racialised fear, silence, and scapegoating that followed, and what it revealed about Britain’s ongoing relationship with race, justice, and belonging.Steph shares her personal reflections on:The impact of the riots on Black and minoritised communitiesThe double standards in media, protest, and safety narrativesWhy Diane Abbott's words matterThe everyday emotional toll of

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28:20

Black All Year - More than hair

Black All Year ·

2025/07/29

Is it just hair, or is it something much deeper?In this episode, host Steph Edusei is joined by social entrepreneur and founder of Teakisi, Salha Kaitesi, for an insightful conversation about the cultural, political, and professional impact of Black hair discrimination.From school policies to workplace bias, and from childhood identity to adult self-worth, Salha shares her personal experiences and why she launched a campaign to end hair discrimination, especially in places too often left out of the

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36:51

Black All Year – Dying Unequally

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2025/07/08

What does it mean to die with dignity and who gets access to that dignity?In this deeply compassionate episode of Black All Year, host Steph Edusei speaks with Dr Karon Ornadel, a specialist palliative care physician and co-lead of the Hospice UK Race Equity ECHO. Together, they unpack the uncomfortable truths about race, access, and inequality in palliative and end-of-life care.This conversation explores:What palliative and end-of-life care really means (and why it’s misunderstood)The barriers

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47:50

Black All Year - The Queen of Being Seen

Black All Year ·

2025/06/23

Send us a textJenny Kovacs, "The Queen of Being Seen," shares her expertise on visibility and how professionals can step into the spotlight authentically without feeling like show-offs. She unpacks her Visibility Vibe System, a powerful framework that helps individuals enhance their visibility through five essential pillars, while exploring the complex intersections between visibility, identity, confidence, and authenticity.How Jenny earned her title "The Queen of Being Seen" and

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47:50

Black All Year - The Queen of Being Seen

Black All Year ·

2025/06/23

Send us a textJenny Kovacs, "The Queen of Being Seen," shares her expertise on visibility and how professionals can step into the spotlight authentically without feeling like show-offs. She unpacks her Visibility Vibe System, a powerful framework that helps individuals enhance their visibility through five essential pillars, while exploring the complex intersections between visibility, identity, confidence, and authenticity.How Jenny earned her title "The Queen of Being Seen" and overcame her

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12:20

Black All Year - Role Models Real Talk

Black All Year ·

2025/06/17

Send us a textIn this powerful solo episode, Steph Edusei reflects on what it means to be seen, but not fully yourself. Sparked by a moving interview with TV presenter Angelica Bell, Steph explores the complexities of visibility, the unspoken cost of code switching, and the emotional weight of being a role model when you’re just trying to survive.With honesty and vulnerability, Steph unpacks her own journey through leadership, identity, and the pressure to represent, even at the expense of

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12:09

Black All Year: You are enough

Black All Year ·

2025/06/10

Send us a textIn this deeply personal solo episode of Black All Year, Steph Edusei shares a heartfelt reflection inspired by her upcoming book, A Little Book of Leadership Lessons. Drawing from her own journey as a Black woman in leadership, Steph unpacks the weight of imposter phenomenon, the pressures of perfection, and the power of reclaiming your worth.Whether you've ever questioned if you belong, felt the need to overperform, or kept quiet when you had something to say—this episode is for

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0:35

Season 3 is on it's way!

Black All Year ·

2025/06/03

Send us a textBlack All Year – Season 3 Trailer Host: Steph EduseiSteph Edusei is back with Season 3 of Black All Year! Join us as we continue to centre the voices, stories, and experiences of Black and minoritised people—not just in October, but all year round. Expect powerful conversations, inspiring guests, and bold discussions that challenge, celebrate, and uplift.New episodes drop next week. Follow now to stay updated. Steph Edusei LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/steph-edusei/Steph Edusei

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12:04

Black All Year - Representation Matters

Black All Year ·

2024/08/19

Send us a Text Message.The Emotional Burden of Being the Only Black Voice in the RoomIn this deeply personal episode of Black All Year, host Steph Edusei takes us back to September 2022 for a powerful reflection on the challenges of being the only Black person in predominantly white spaces. Originally recorded after a particularly frustrating experience, Steph opens up about the emotional toll of representation and the often-overlooked burden placed on Black individuals in leadership roles.With

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26:09

Black All Year - Saving Lives, Building Trust

Black All Year ·

2024/08/12

Send us a Text Message.In this inspiring episode of Black All Year, Steph Edusei sits down with Loveness Scott, the Positive Action Lead at the North East Ambulance Service and Vice Chair of the National Ambulance BME Forum. With a deep commitment to race equity and community wellbeing, Loveness shares her inspiring journey from answering 111 calls during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic to leading initiatives that have doubled the representation of ethnically minoritised staff in the North East

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23:45

Black All Year - Young, Gifted and Black

Black All Year ·

2024/08/05

Send us a Text Message.In this week's compelling episode of Black All Year, host Steph Edusei sits down with an extraordinary 13-year-old playwright, Kayla Ayerty. Hailing from East London, Kayla has already made significant strides in the theatre world, having written and produced her first play at just nine years old. Now, she is gearing up for the premiere of her second play, "War Crown," set to debut this autumn at the Courtyard Theatre in London.Episode Highlights:Meet Kayla

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18:02

Black All Year - An Antiracist Discussion Part 2

Black All Year ·

2024/07/29

Send us a Text Message.When did you first become aware of your race? Join me, Steph Edusei, along with writer, performer and producer, Risaria Langley, as, in the second part of our discussion, we explore the profound experiences that shaped our understanding of race and racism. Risaria recounts when she first became aware of her whiteness and I share my own journey, from enduring racial taunts to the unsolicited touches to my hair, revelations that only later clarified as racism. This is at times

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22:42

Black All Year - An Antiracist Discussion Part 1

Black All Year ·

2024/07/22

Send us a Text Message.Is the idea of a "pure British lineage" nothing more than a myth? Join us for an eye-opening conversation as (in a release of an episode from 2022) I, Steph Edusei, am joined by Risaria Langley, and explore the complex layers of race and racism in the UK. Guided by Professor Ibram X. Kendi's Anti-racist deck, we share personal stories and insights rooted in our shared Geordie heritage from North East England. Risaria recalls a defining moment from her childhood,

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Black All Year - Decoding the Rise of the Right

Black All Year ·

2024/07/15

Send us a Text Message.What if the recent UK general election was more than just a competition between Labour and Conservative parties? Join me, Steph Edusei, as I try to make meaning of the election results and what they reveal about the state of British opinion. Using insights from renowned thinkers like Robert O. Paxton, Erich Fromm, and Noam Chomsky, I try to decode the rise of the Reform UK Party Limited and its 4% vote share. I also spotlight the gains made by the Liberal Democrats and Green

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26:27

Black All Year - Building Genuinely Diverse Boards

Black All Year ·

2024/07/08

Send us a Text Message.What happens when a traumatic incident in your youth shapes your entire worldview? Join Steph Edusei in conversation with James Carss, founder and chief executive of Castle Peak Group, as he recounts his poignant journey from his childhood in the predominantly white North East of England to his experiences in London, Hong Kong, and Canada. James opens up about a pivotal moment of racial violence that fuelled his dedication to equality and justice. Discover how his personal

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35:01

Black All Year - Unpacking Power and Privilege

Black All Year ·

2024/07/01

Send us a Text Message.This week we share the keys to understanding power and privilege in our latest episode of Black All Year, featuring the insightful Ngozi Lyn Cole, one of our most popular topics and guests from Season 1. Together, we uncover how power often operates unseen among dominant groups and the systemic advantages this creates. We discuss how privilege manifests on multiple levels—personal, interpersonal, institutional, and systemic—and how these unearned benefits favour white

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30:32

Black All Year - Tea with the Thompsons

Black All Year ·

2024/06/24

Send us a Text Message.Culinary Reinvention from Nissan to TikTokWho says life's second acts can't be as flavorful as the first? Nige Thompson, the culinary maestro behind "Tea with the Thompsons," graces our podcast with stories of his journey from Nissan supervisor to TikTok sensation. In discussion with Steph Edusei, discover how his Jamaican roots and the cherished memories of his family's kitchen have deeply influenced his approach to cooking and life.From engineering

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26:40

Black All Year - The End of EDI

Black All Year ·

2024/06/17

Send us a Text Message.Inclusion with Humanity: Eradicating Workplace Bullying and DiscriminationCan adopting "inclusion with humanity" truly eradicate workplace bullying and discrimination? Join Steph Edusei as she welcomes back Ranjit Kirton, founder of Behaviour Garage Limited, who left a 28-year NHS career to pursue a mission of transforming public sector organisations. Ranjit shares her journey and innovative strategies aimed at promoting psychologically safe environments within

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26:38

Black All Year - UK General Election Special

Black All Year ·

2024/06/10

Send us a Text Message.Engagement and Equity: The Critical Role of Voting in SocietyHow impactful is your vote really? Join Steph Edusei as she sits down with freelance journalist and non-executive director for Newcastle Creates, Loujane Alasi, to explore the profound importance for Black communities of voter registration and voting. We'll share personal stories that highlight why casting your ballot is not just a right but a powerful tool for change, particularly for underrepresented

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