The lived experiences of black and mixed race people living in Ireland through conversations about culture, society and family.
Latest episodes
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31 min
Jojo Jackson, Recorded live in Chicago
Activist Jojo Jackson speaks to Leon about discovering her Irish connections, her work with My Block, My Hood, My City, and the importance of meaningful friendships to break down b…
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27 min
R3D's House
DJ and Musician R3D joins his good friend Leon for a chat about his eponymous club night 'R3D's House', the current state of nightlife in Ireland today, and the reasons why he's de…
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39 min
Moyinoluwa Adelakun and Funmilayo Oni
Nigerian Lawyer Moyinoluwa Adelakun and activist Funmilayo Oni speak about their scholarship at UCD. They discuss why they are passionate about human rights and give Leon and Femi…
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32 min
The rapper and the manager
Mullingar rapper Shaq and his manager Damz sit down with Leon to discuss how their working relationship has impacted the creative process. They also discuss the Irish rap scene, th…
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23 min
Finding your voice
A special episode ahead of the first Black & Irish town hall event on July 15th called Finding Your Voice. Leon discusses the political landscape in Ireland for the black Irish com…
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29 min
Biden's Ballina Bonanza
Leon Diop is joined by Ronn Mapwata and Happiness Omochere as they detail how they came to be front and centre on-stage during US President Joe Biden's historic address in Ballina,…
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21 min
Music Industry Profile: Mixed by Simba
Record producer, owner of Jungle Beam Studios and Entrepreneur, Simba Bianchi sits down with Femi and Leon to discuss emerging talent in Ireland. He reflects on the influence his c…
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32 min
Film Industry Focus | Catalyst International Film Festival
Aisha Bolaji, Rachel Wren and Elizabeth Ade join Leon to discuss their careers in Film and TV, the essential role diversity plays in their industry, and the importance of the upcom…
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23 min
Film Industry Profile: Derek Ugochukwu
Celebrating the Dublin International Film Festival, Femi and Leon are joined by the Nigerian writer, director and actor Derek Ugochukwu. He discusses his 2021 award-winning and BAF…
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20 min
Music Industry Profile: Safo
Artist Manager Joel Safo joins Femi and Leon for a chat about his life and career, his experience managing Irish success stories such as Offica and the A92, and the qualities he be…
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37 min
Fashion Foward Part 2: Umoja Linn
Umoja Linn founders, Liswa McDonald and China Soribe about the beginning of their friendship at the University of Galway, the struggles and successes of creating their hub for Afro…
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21 min
Fashion Forward Part 1: Faroq Balogun
In the first of two episodes focusing on the fashion industry, entrepreneur and creator of Branded Royal, Faroq Balogun speaks about his childhood in Dublin, the motivation which d…
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29 min
The rise of Toshín
Fresh from her performance on The Late Late Show, Tosin Bankole sits down for an in-depth chat with none other than her older brother Femi. They explore her musical roots from chil…
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24 min
School, scientists and summers in the Gaeltacht
Recorded live at the BTYSTE 2023. Leon, Amanda and Kenny share stories of how their education brought them to where they are today, but who loves science the most? Leon reveals his…
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23 min
Rachel Akano and Joy Njekwe
Recorded live at the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition, 2023. Rachel and Joy join Leon and Kenny to discuss their award-winning app 'Memory Haven' revealing the path the…
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24 min
The BIG Awards Special Episode
Leon, Amanda, Femi and Kenny are back to preview the 2022 BIG Awards, plus they have details of exciting new podcast episodes in 2023.
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33 min
Black & Irish Podcast: History - S2 Ep 10
The series comes to a close with hosts Boni, Amanda, Femi and Leon discussing some fascinating historical figures who have helped influence and shape Black and Irish history.
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30 min
Black & Irish Podcast: Systemic Racism - S2 Ep 9
Dr Ebun Joseph and Claudia Hoareau join Femi and Leon for an interesting discussion on what exactly systemic racism is and what steps need to be taken to address it.
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31 min
Black & Irish Podcast: Racism in Schools - S2 Ep 8
Join hosts Leon and Femi as they chat to teachers Emer O’Neill and Briana Fitzsimons about Racism in schools - what to look out for, how to deal with it and how to stop it.
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33 min
Black & Irish Podcast: Politics - S2 Ep 7
Leon and Femi are joined by FG Councillor Yemi Adenuga and political coordinator for Black and Irish Eric Ehigie to explore and chat about the opportunities/challenges of getting i…