The Adzvice Podcast

In this episode, we’re discussing the current state of online dating with my special guest Keziah Nduri. Keziah is a law graduate, model and content creator from London whose Twitter thread about how her seemingly unsuccessful voyage through the rough waters of Hinge gained a lot of attention. VIEW THREAD HERE: https://twitter.com/nd0uri/status/1421878391624642563?s=20 TIMESTAMPS (04:10) - QUICK FIRE QUESTIONS (15:19) - Keziah’s Hinge experience (21:00) - Ethnicity preferences (30:13) - Why the “jungle” is such a wild place (39:12) - Have dating apps enhanced or ruined dating? (47:30) - Dating during lockdown (52:46) - Pros and Cons of Online Dating (58:00) - WE’RE CELEBRATING & THAT’S MAD GET INVOLVED
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In this episode, I am joined by my close friend, Dele who like me is a Black man currently in therapy. We discuss the different forms of therapy, what made us both start, the process of finding a therapist, what it's taught us, attachment styles and much more. We also answer the questions submitted by the Adzvice community on Instagram, introduce two new segments and share a lot of laughs along the way. TIMESTAMPS
 (07:10) - THIS OR THAT? (10:30) - What prompted our therapy journeys (25:06) - Is therapy expensive? (28:02) - Lessons learnt from therapy (34:00) - Transactional analysis and attachment styles (44:28) - Answering your questions (53:25) - Adzvice for those considering therapy (56:15) - IS IT JUST ME? / THAT'S MAD! GET INVOLVED
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After my recent hiatus, which I explain on the pod, I am finally back and discussing the 'Ask for ANI' domestic abuse codeword scheme that stands for Action Needed Immediately. Joining me for this week is Patricia Wharton who is a presenter and someone with extensive experience in domestic abuse awareness. I also explain the bittersweetness that is supporting England as a non-white person as well talk about 'The Serpent', my pick of the week. GET INVOLVED
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In this episode like no other, an emotional Bonita explains why she had to make a very tough decision regarding her future involvement with the podcast. The guys also discuss the increased violence between Israel and Palestine, talk about the impact of shit managers and share six pieces of advice regarding money that they wish they knew sooner. TIMESTAMPS (18:39) - THAT'S MAD: The violence between Israel and Palestine and what we can do to support (36:43) - WE'RE CELEBRATING: The launch of Freepour (43:18) - The effects of having a shit manager and stories from the community (56:16) - 6 things we wish we knew about money sooner GET INVOLVED
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Ade and Bonita discuss the topic of oversharing in this week’s episode. Why do we do it? What are the implications? Is it ever beneficial? and more. First up in the conversation, is a quick chat about therapy. TIMESTAMPS
 (11:43) - THAT’S MAD: India’s Covid Crisis and the ‘new norm’ (18:40) - WE’RE CELEBRATING: Black and brown-led collectives doing amazing things (34:01) - MAIN DISCUSSION: Oversharing, (42:40) - How Gen Z differs from Millennials when it comes to oversharing (51:00) - Negative vs positive oversharing and who determines it? (59:55) - FLOWERS: Bonita’s colleague Freddie and PICKS OF THE WEEK: Line of Duty (BBC) and Invincible (Amazon Prime). GET INVOLVED
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"Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery that mediocrity can pay to greatness". The second part of this famous Oscar Wilde quote is conveniently left out of the conversation when we speak about imitation but it's not the only thing left undiscussed. What happens when that imitation forces you out of your job, affects your finances and impacts your mental health? Ade and Bonita are joined by Daniel Oduntan, an interdisciplinary media artist to discuss this very topic and why he took to social media to create a 5-day gallery exposing his former employer, the V&A Museum, for ripping off and erasing the ideas of he and other black creatives. TIMESTAMPS (11:24)- THAT'S MAD: The son of an ex-couple in the middle of the UK's largest divorce case has been ordered to pay his mum $100m. (18:50)- WE'RE CELEBRATING: Black British excellence in TV and Film. (22:31) - Discussing the serious revelations about Noel Clarke's behaviour. (26:01) - MAIN DISCUSSION with Daniel Oduntan and why and how he challenged the V&A. (50:33) - Why creative plagiarism needs to be discussed. (54:09) - Advice for others to manage and prevent creative plagiarism. GET INVOLVED Share your thoughts and opinions using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! Discover more at adzvice.com. SOCIALS twitter.com/DanielOduntan twitter.com/adzvice twitter.com/imadeakins twitter.com/bonitarochelle instagram.com/DanielOduntan instagram.com/adzvice instagram.com/imadeakins instagram.com/bonitarochelle Share your thoughts and opinions using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast.

When we talk about violent crimes within the community we don’t often discuss the hurt and trauma it causes the families of the victim even years after the incident. Ade and Bonita tackle this important topic with the assistance of this week’s guest, Rachel Duncan. Rachel Duncan is a mother, school governor, active leader in her community, and an ex Metropolitan Police Officer. Also, Rachel is the aunt of James Bascoe-Smith, a 17-year-old teenager who was tragically stabbed multiple times in an unprovoked attack in Brixton on February 23 2021. TIMESTAMPS (02:50) - THAT'S MAD: Deepfake AI technology used during a zoom call with European MPs (06:17) - WE'RE CELEBRATING: The guilty verdict of Derek Chauvin over the murder of George Floyd (17:07) - Reflecting on Stephen Lawrence Day (25:03) - Bonita’s lived experience and the story of James Bascoe-Smith’s unprovoked stabbing (32:13) - How do we safeguard young kids and make real change against violent crime (43:38) - Should drill music be banned? (53:00) - How violent crime affects the people closest to the victim (62:52) - Flowers for Ade and Bonita’s CEO GET INVOLVED Share your thoughts and opinions using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! Discover more at adzvice.com. SOCIALS
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Our generation talks about moving out and gaining independence a lot but one thing not discussed enough is the realities of adulting once you've finally left the nest. Ade and Bonita each share three lessons that they've learnt since moving out as well as a discussion about Ramadan, £10 sofas and Addzvice's 5th year anniversary and they also share this week's flowers and picks of the week. TIMESTAMPS (09:43) - THAT'S MAD: ASDA’s £10 sofas and similar brand blunders including one company that cost itself £48m settling lawsuits. (24:18) - WE'RE CELEBRATING: 5 Years of Adzvice and the lessons learned over the years. (38:50) - MAIN DISCUSSION: Personal accounts of moving out. (49:02) - Tips on cohabiting, saving, watch-outs, renting, mindset changes, furnishing your home and more. (68:15) - Summary of the 6 things we wish we knew sooner. (70:38) - FLOWERS: Bonita’s Colleagues and PICK OF THE WEEK: Undone (Amazon Prime Video). SOCIALS twitter.com/adzvice twitter.com/imadeakins twitter.com/bonitarochelle instagram.com/adzvice/ instagram.com/imadeakins instagram.com/bonitarochelle Share your thoughts and opinions using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! DISCOVER MORE AT adzvice.com.

Alex Holmes, award-winning podcaster, emotional resilience coach and writer joins Ade and Bonita to talk about his debut book, 'Time To Talk'. Alex describes his book as a love letter to all the men who have lost their way and to the women that love them. TIMESTAMPS (07:48) - THAT'S MAD: People turning grief into an opportunity for clout (15:43) - WE'RE CELEBRATING: NHS England to launch mental health hubs for expectant and bereaved mums (19:32) - MAIN DISCUSSION: Alex Holmes' 'Time to Talk' book. (26:47) - How a serious accusation online drove Alex to delete his Twitter (41:25) - Inspiration for the book (50:50) - Has mental health become a buzzword? (60:00) - Therapy barriers for black men (67:00) - Do you need a black therapist as a black person? (78:17) - Why Women need to invest in Men’s Mental Health too (82:01) - PICKS OF THE WEEK: Seaspiracy (Netflix) and Uncoded Bias (Netflix) PURCHASE TIME TO TALK HERE: https://uk.bookshop.org/books/time-to-talk-how-men-think-about-love-belonging-and-connection/9781789562217 SOCIALS twitter.com/adzvice twitter.com/imadeakins twitter.com/bonitarochelle instagram.com/adzvice/ instagram.com/imadeakins instagram.com/bonitarochelle Share your thoughts and opinions using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! DISCOVER MORE AT adzvice.com.

TW: Not ones to shy away from an uncomfortable topic, Ade and Bonita discuss self-harm. To help navigate the conversation is special guest, Janet - a student mental health nurse, blogger and writer who has been featured in BBC Three, HuffPost, Black Ballad & more. Janet has also publicly discussed her journey to overcoming self-harm and shares advice for others in similar a position. TIMESTAMPS (06:43) THAT'S MAD: Britain isn't institutionally racist according to a recent report from Number 10. (29:22) WE'RE CELEBRATING: Students and staff of Pimlico Academy for protesting against the school's discriminatory new uniform policies. (34:04) MAIN DISCUSSION: Self-Harm (Trigger Warning). (41:29) What sparked Janet's self-harm and how her family reacted. (49:47) Seeking help and helping others. (72:12) - Helpful list of self-harm services to check out (73:13) - PICKS OF THE WEEK: Industry (BBC iPlayer) and Invincible (Amazon Prime Video) JANET'S BLOG: https://www.lifeonplanetja.net/ SOCIALS twitter.com/adzvice twitter.com/imadeakins twitter.com/bonitarochelle instagram.com/planetjanit instagram.com/adzvice/ instagram.com/imadeakins instagram.com/bonitarochelle Share your thoughts and opinions using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! DISCOVER MORE AT adzvice.com.

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Career progression is a major consideration for many of us particularly after the year we've collectively experienced. In this episode, Ade and Bonita each share three lessons they wish they had learned earlier on in their respective careers. TIMESTAMPS (07:53) THAT'S MAD: ASA threatens to name and shame influencers on Instagram for failing to properly label ads. (21:56) WE'RE CELEBRATING: Aberdeen University as it's set to return a looted Nigerian statue over 120 years ago. (35:40) MAIN DISCUSSION: 6 Career lessons we wish we had learned sooner (68:21) FLOWERS: James Bascoe-Smith and Ade's girlfriend SOCIALS twitter.com/adzvice twitter.com/imadeakins twitter.com/bonitarochelle instagram.com/adzvice/ instagram.com/imadeakins instagram.com/bonitarochelle Share your thoughts and opinions using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! DISCOVER MORE AT adzvice.com.

We millennials put extraordinary pressure on ourselves to own things. Whether it be houses, cars or designer items. For a long time, it has seemed that people's was intrinsically linked to the number of things they owned. In this episode, Ade and Bonita discuss the rise of the Sharing Economy and ask whether or not, ownership as a concept has become outdated. TIMESTAMPS (05:12)- THAT'S MAD: #NotAllMen and White Women vs the Police. (16:56) - WE'RE CELEBRATING: Renstart - a surrey-based charity helping homeless people get housed. (19:55) - MAIN DISCUSSION: the Sharing Economy. (23:20)- Leasing vs buying cars. (41:08)- Pros and Cons of the Sharing Economy. (60:00) - PICKS OF THE WEEK: Green Home Grants, White Tiger (Film) and Trial By Fire (Film). SOCIALS twitter.com/adzvice twitter.com/imadeakins twitter.com/bonitarochelle instagram.com/adzvice/ instagram.com/imadeakins instagram.com/bonitarochelle Share your thoughts and opinions using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! DISCOVER MORE AT adzvice.com.

You don't have to look any further than our own podcast intro to hear just some of the negative ways millennials are characterised. In this episode, Ade and Bonita discuss and unpack the concept of Hustle Culture and why as a generation of millennials, we're so obsessed with it. TIMESTAMPS (05:30)- THAT'S MAD: Harry and Meghan spill the royal tea (21:37) - UK vs the USA in the racism Olympics (27:50) - WE'RE CELEBRATING: 'Time to Talk' by Alex Holmes (book launch) (29:36) - MAIN DISCUSSION: Hustle Culture (49:08) - Tips for managing the pressures of Hustle culture (55:30) - FLOWERS AND PICK OF THE WEEK: Grace F Victory and Gousto SOCIALS twitter.com/adzvice twitter.com/imadeakins twitter.com/bonitarochelle instagram.com/adzvice/ instagram.com/imadeakins instagram.com/bonitarochelle Share your thoughts and opinions using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! DISCOVER MORE AT adzvice.com

In this episode, we're talking about how friendships new and old can change during your 20's. TIMESTAMPS 06:44 - THAT'S MAD - Tech is f*cking with us again, this time it's with deep fakes 11:16 - WE'RE CELEBRATING - Bristol Council for asking the UK Government to make Slavery reparations 16:04 - MAIN DISCUSSION: The changing dynamics of friendships 30:09 - Mixed-gender friendships 35:30 - How Ade and Bonita became friends 38:41 - Relationships affecting friendships 43:40 - Why you need to accept change in friendships 48:03 - Lessons for our younger selves 53:15 - FLOWERS SOCIALS twitter.com/adzvice twitter.com/imadeakins twitter.com/bonitarochelle instagram.com/adzvice/ instagram.com/imadeakins instagram.com/bonitarochelle Share your thoughts and opinions using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! DISCOVER MORE AT adzvice.com

Unlearning is the central theme of this week’s episode and Ade and Bonita talk in great detail about just a handful of things they believe adults must unlearn. Joining them for a quick chat is a fellow Ade who is the founder of Blacticulate - a platform that focuses and elevates, via podcasts and workshops, positive Black stories. TIMESTAMPS 08:10 - THAT'S MAD: White actors voicing Black characters 12:38 - WE'RE CELEBRATING: Disney righting its racist wrongs 20:35 - MAIN DISCUSSION: Things to Unlearn (covering topics such as identity, compliance, self-doubt, anti-blackness and more) 44:55 - INTERVIEW: Ade from Blacticulate 73:20 - Tips for podcasters starting out 79:44 - FLOWERS: Disunomics (someone to follow) and PICK OF THE WEEK: Snowfall (TV show) SOCIALS twitter.com/blacticulate twitter.com/adzvice twitter.com/imadeakins twitter.com/bonitarochelle www.instagram.com/blacticulate instagram.com/adzvice/ instagram.com/imadeakins instagram.com/bonitarochelle Share your thoughts and opinions using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! DISCOVER MORE AT adzvice.com

Inspired by a few recent events on Bonita's Twitter account, the guys are back to discuss how social Social Media really is today. DISCUSSION POINTS Another reason why Bonita hates people How Social Media affects relationships IRL Performing for Social Media What does the future of Social Media look like? PICKS OF THE WEEK Album: 'Conflict of Interest' by Ghetts Book: 'The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read' by Philippa Perry Fitness: Heather Robertson's 12 Week Fitness Plan SOCIALS twitter.com/adzvice twitter.com/imadeakins twitter.com/bonitarochelle instagram.com/adzvice/ instagram.com/imadeakins instagram.com/bonitarochelle Share your thoughts and opinions using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! DISCOVER MORE AT adzvice.com

Ade and Bonita are joined this week by 'The Medical Expert', Pome Knight - a community pharmacist. With so much misinformation surrounding the vaccine developed to tackled Covid-19, this episode explores some of the most common worries and misconceptions from within the Black community in particular. TIMESTAMPS (06:00) - How was it developed so quickly? (09:50) - Side effects of the vaccine (14:04) - 'BAME' communities' reluctance to take the vaccine (18:05) - Differences between the Covid-19 vaccines (26:24) - Vaccination passports (36:28) - Picks of the Week: 'InShot' and 'MixLab' (mobile apps) SOCIALS twitter.com/Pome_Knight twitter.com/adzvice twitter.com/imadeakins twitter.com/bonitarochelle www.instagram.com/pome.knight instagram.com/adzvice/ instagram.com/imadeakins instagram.com/bonitarochelle Share your thoughts and opinions using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! DISCOVER MORE AT adzvice.com

What better way to prepare for Valentine's Day than a good ol' discussion about toxic behaviour within relationships? Ade and Bonita are joined by Shomi Williams, AKA 'The Tapped Therapist' for an open discussion on energy withdrawal in relationships, toxic traits and Ade's 'Heartbreak Theory'. Apart from being a Mental Health professional, Shomi is the founder of Lafiya Health, a platform that promotes health and well-being in Black communities. TIMESTAMPS (10:42): Energy withdrawal (14:45): Why do we miss the toxic signs? (17:25): Relationship therapy (22:08): Should the man love the woman more? (34:21): Recognising toxicity (40:18): Ade's 'Heartbreak Theory' and breakups (51:40): Should you ever get back with an ex? (59:21): Flowers from Bonita SOCIALS twitter.com/Shomicita twitter.com/adzvice twitter.com/imadeakins twitter.com/bonitarochelle www.instagram.com/LafiyaHealth instagram.com/adzvice/ instagram.com/imadeakins instagram.com/bonitarochelle Share your thoughts and opinions using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! DISCOVER MORE AT adzvice.com

Ade and Bonita are joined by Imarn Ayton, Founder of the Black Reformist Movement to explore various topics surrounding covert and institutional racism. Actor-turned-activist Imarn was also a leading figure in the #BlackLivesMatter protests in London last summer. TIMESTAMPS (04:35): Abolishing vs Reforming (15:40): Black Reformist Movement (20:25): Is abolishing the police the easy way out? (27:14): Microaggressions (32:22): Is there really a “Black community”? (44:07): Where does the donation money go? (54:29) Picks of The Week: Night Stalker and Bling Empire (Netflix) SOCIALS instagram.com/imarnayton twitter.com/adzvice twitter.com/imadeakins twitter.com/bonitarochelle instagram.com/adzvice/ instagram.com/imadeakins instagram.com/bonitarochelle Share your thoughts and opinions using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! DISCOVER MORE AT adzvice.com

This sponsored episode features a discussion in support and promotion of the NHS' #HelpUsHelpYou Mental Health campaign. Ade and Bonita are joined by Vanessa, Founder and Creative Director of Inside Out UK - a Black, not-for-profit social enterprise committed to helping people improve their mental health and wellbeing. The guys discuss how the lockdowns due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, have taken a severe toll on the mental health of many across the UK. TIMESTAMPS (06:50) - How Covid-19 has impacted our mental health (10:40) - Why is Mental Health not discussed enough within the Black community? (14:05) - Understanding the #HelpUsHelpYou NHS campaign (17:50) - How can we get more Black men to access therapy? (24:37) - Support and advice you can access right now (31:57) - We're Celebrating: Herby Box selling out in Selfridges (33:57) - Pick of The Week: The Unmumsy Mum (book) SOCIALS twitter.com/adzvice twitter.com/imadeakins twitter.com/bonitarochelle instagram.com/adzvice/ instagram.com/imadeakins instagram.com/bonitarochelle instagram.com/insideout_uk/ RESOURCE: Find Therapists That Look Like You: https://www.instagram.com/p/CHtbcANpt5z/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Share your thoughts and opinions using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast and the official hashtag for the campaign is #HelpUsHelpYou. Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! DISCOVER MORE AT adzvice.com

This sponsored episode features a discussion in support and promotion of the #YouAreNotAlone Domestic Abuse campaign. For an important discussion on the support available to victims of Domestic Abuse even during the lockdown, Ade and Bonita are joined by Liz Kingsley. Liz is the Operating Director of Safe Arms, Researcher and Consultant in Domestic Violence in the Black Christian community. We discuss the campaign, the different forms of domestic abuse, its prevalence within the Black community and much more. At home shouldn’t mean at risk. If you or someone you know is suffering from #DomesticAbuse, there is help available to you. Find out more at gov.uk/domestic-abuse. #YouAreNotAlone. TIMESTAMPS (01:55) - Justice for Mohamud Mohammed Hassan (09:51) - Interview with Liz Kingsley (27:57)- Picks of The Week: Bridgerton and The Office (US) on Netflix SOCIALS twitter.com/adzvice twitter.com/imadeakins twitter.com/bonitarochelle instagram.com/adzvice/ instagram.com/imadeakins instagram.com/bonitarochelle Share your thoughts and opinions using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! DISCOVER MORE AT adzvice.com

Bonita is about to be the newest member of the 'Dirty Thirty' club which inspired a frank conversation about why us 'millennials' are often scared of clocking the big three-zero. TIMESTAMPS (06:56) - Pressures to get married and have kids (13:15) - Bonita’s pressures: faith and time (20:30) - Impact of culture and patriarchy (31:09) - Why more millennials are living at home (40:07) - Attitude and mindset changes between your 20’s and 30’s and advice (49:37) - Pick of The Week: The Gift (Movie) SOCIALS twitter.com/adzvice twitter.com/imadeakins twitter.com/bonitarochelle instagram.com/adzvice/ instagram.com/imadeakins instagram.com/bonitarochelle Share your thoughts and opinions using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! DISCOVER MORE AT adzvice.com

After several months out of action due to health issues, Bonita is finally back! In the first episode of the New Year, she joins Ade to reflect on the mad year that was 2020. The guys each share their biggest lessons learnt and what they are taking forward into this year. TIMESTAMPS (12:00) - Why pointing out someone's weight change is a bad idea (19:28) - 8 Lessons learned in 2020 (41:50) - Setting goals for 2021 and the power of speaking things into existence (48:20) - Flowers: Grace Victory and Bonita SOCIALS twitter.com/adzvice twitter.com/imadeakins twitter.com/bonitarochelle instagram.com/adzvice/ instagram.com/imadeakins instagram.com/bonitarochelle Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. FREE 2021 GOAL PLANNER - https://yearcompass.com/ DISCOVER MORE AT https://adzvice.com/

On this week's episode, Ade is joined by Charity, a good friend based in New York and founder of SZND Clothing. Charity is also someone that recently discovered that they have High Functioning Anxiety. The pair really delve deep into this topic and unpack why it's such a common thing that is not commonly discussed, especially within the Black community. TIMESTAMPS (02:58)- We're Celebrating: Forbes' 30 Black British Businesses to Support in 2021 (04:30) - That's Mad: ADOS, African Americans vs Black Brits and the online backlash surrounding Daniel Kaluuya’s casting as Fred Hampton (10:25) - Did You Know: Discussion with Charity about High Functioning Anxiety SOCIALS twitter.com/adzvice twitter.com/imadeakins twitter.com/missmhende instagram.com/adzvice/ instagram.com/imadeakins instagram.com/szndclothing Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. ADOS Article: https://ibw21.org/commentary/understanding-ados-movement-hijack-black-identity-weaken-black-unity/ DISCOVER MORE AT ADZVICE.COM!

This sponsored episode features a discussion in support and promotion of the 'Help Us, Help You’ campaign from NHS England together with Public Health England. Ade speaks with this week’s special guest, Dr Israa Siddig, a specialist doctor in Women’s Health. She has over 12 years of experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in the NHS. The two discuss the concerns of and offer advice to pregnant women during the pandemic with a particular focus on Black women. They also talk about the facts that Black people are disproportionately affected by Covid-19 and that Black women are 5x more likely to die during childbirth and what needs to be done to address this. TIMESTAMPS (04:00) - That's Mad: OnlyFans set to make $2bn in 2020 (08:40) - Discussion with Israa (68:08) - Pick of the Week: Room 2806: The Accusation on Netflix SOCIALS Twitter: twitter.com/adzvice, twitter.com/imadeakins IG: instagram.com/adzvice/, instagram.com/imadeakins Website: adzvice.com Israa's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/israa-siddig-uk/ Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast.

Fresh off a birthday trip abroad, Ade is back and joined by a special guest, Paul Otote. Amongst many things, Paul is an entrepreneur, plant-based fitness personality, qualified herbalist nutritionist, writer, YouTuber, creative director, event organiser and a bonafide hustler. The guys break down each of the four 'Paul Pillars' that represent core aspects of what Paul is all about and share countless gems along the way to help you level up. SPECIAL PROMO Get 10% off Herby Box - your accessible way to boosting your wellbeing through the power of herbs by using discount code: adzvice10 https://herbybox.com/ SOCIALS Twitter: twitter.com/adzvice, twitter.com/imadeakins, twitter.com/DunguBook IG: instagram.com/adzvice/, instagram.com/imadeakins, instagram.com/DunguBook WEBSITES adzvice.com paulotote.com/shop1591883566731 Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast.

Ade is joined by "Jane" to share her experience of being monogamous but being in a relationship with her partner who is polyamorous. Expect your eyebrows to raise and jaw to drop at parts in this very honest and unique discussion. TIMESTAMPS 03:28 - That's Mad: The £453m Family Feud 09:39 - Did You Know: Convo with Jane 73:00 - Pick of the Week SOCIALS Twitter: twitter.com/adzvice IG: www.instagram.com/adzvice/ Website: www.adzvice.com Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast.

WE’RE BACK! Ade discusses how and why he managed to lose and regain his motivation for the podcast. Joining him on this episode is Isaac who is a solicitor, the Co-Founder of the 'Black Men In Law Network' and of the charitable organisation, 'One Case At A Time', which has a specific focus on delivering justice for Black communities in Britain.  TIMESTAMPS 05:22 - What made us disappear for 6 months 20:45 - Celebrating: Consistency 30:36 - Did You Know: Is it unprofessional to join video calls in your durag or head scarf? 76:16 - Flowers and Outro SOCIALS Twitter: https://twitter.com/adzvice, https://twitter.com/aChildOf2Worlds IG: www.instagram.com/adzvice/ Website: www.adzvice.com CHECK OUT https://www.instagram.com/bmlnetwork/ Legal fund to combat racial injustice: https://www.gofundme.com/f/legal-fund-to-combat-racial-injustice?utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer&utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet https://www.puppetsbymaia.com/ Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast

The time has come for a season break. Ade and Bonita chat via zoom once again for the last time before a short hiatus while Bonita starts her family and Ade continues to whip up cocktails during the lockdown. WE DISCUSS... What’s been happening Our thoughts and feelings about the lockdown Why we need to go on a break WE CELEBRATE No Signal and discuss why it caught so much attention on the timeline
 The power of Black Culture/Black Twitter People making the most of the lockdown DID YOU KNOW? Chancellor Rishi Sunak confirmed the UK is facing a significant recession We discuss things you can do to ‘recession-proof’ your finances during the pandemic Great money gurus to follow on social media THAT’S MAD Jeff Bezos is en route to being the world’s first trillionaire Boycotting Amazon FLOWERS / PICK OF THE WEEK Abbie Curls Ife Meeds ’Trial by Media’ on Netflix AND MUCH MORE! WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/channel/UC_qOyIDsciGYJCd6Q2uqn-w Twitter: twitter.com/adzvice IG: www.instagram.com/adzvice/ Website: www.adzvice.com Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast

Ade and Bonita are back via Zoom for a third episode but are joined by a very special guest, Joyce (aka Ms Joyce K)- a Private Chef and Content Creator. WE DISCUSS... The recent Twitter drama that saw several influencers' old and offensive tweets resurface followed soon after by many official apologies. The lady behind the foodporn How she became a private chef The increasing trend of people cooking at home How we can do better food shops Tips for finding your niche Building a platform AND MUCH MORE! WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_qOyIDsciGYJCd6Q2uqn-w Twitter: twitter.com/adzvice, https://twitter.com/IamJoyceK IG: www.instagram.com/adzvice/, https://www.instagram.com/msjoycek/ Website: www.adzvice.com Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast

Ade and Bonita are back via Zoom for this week' instalment. WE CELEBRATE: A 27-year-old Black woman on £130k and why salary transparency is a topic worth discussing THAT'S MAD: China's xenophobia towards Black people and why are there so many 'BAME' people dying from Covid-19? DID YOU KNOW?: A breakdown of furlough and tips on how to navigate it if it's affected you. Twitter: twitter.com/adzvice, IG: www.instagram.com/adzvice/, Website: www.adzvice.com Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast

This sponsored episode features a discussion to raise awareness of the NHS maternity services. As Bonita and Ade are both social distancing, this episode was recorded via Zoom. Our special guest, Dr Christine Ekechi, shares some professional advice regarding Covid-19 and shares specific tips for pregnant women. TALKING POINTS INCLUDE: Celebrate Something: Quarantine Games, Quarantine Radio and the Don't Rush Challenge. Did You Know: Why businesses like Patty Bun, Burger King and LVMH have responded brilliantly to coronavirus. That's Mad: Security issues regarding popular apps, Zoom and Houseparty. Twitter: twitter.com/adzvice, https://twitter.com/DrEkechi IG: www.instagram.com/adzvice/, https://www.instagram.com/dr_christine_ekechi/ Website: www.adzvice.com Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast

New format, who dis? Bonita and Ade switch things up with a new structure for the podcast: 'Let's Celebrate', 'Did You Know' and 'That's Mad'. TALKING POINTS INCLUDE: Let's Celebrate: The Receipts Podcast and 3 Shots of Tequila Why the UK podcasting scene is lit Did You Know: International Women's Day That's Mad: Tesco's plasters for darker skin tones controversy and more! Twitter: twitter.com/adzvice IG: www.instagram.com/adzvice/ Website: www.adzvice.com Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast

Special guest, Elijah Lawal, author of 'The Clapback: Your Guide to Calling Out Racist Stereotypes' joins Ade and Bonita to talk about his book and the issues discussed in it. TALKING POINTS INCLUDE: Why this book is needed Race as a social construct ‘Positive' stereotypes How to get publishing Microaggressions White privilege & much more! Purchase 'The Clapback' here: https://amzn.to/2T70UfQ Twitter: twitter.com/adzvice, twitter.com/elijah_lawal/ IG: www.instagram.com/adzvice/, www.instagram.com/elijahlawal/ Bi-weekly Newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Website: www.adzvice.com Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast

Aziza Makamé, fashion and lifestyle blogger, social influencer and proud luxury enthusiast joins Ade and Bonita to lift the lid on the luxury industry. If that wasn't enough, we also kick things off with a telephone call with i&i FAAM CEO, Infecta. TALKING POINTS INCLUDE: What makes luxury, luxury? How to get in the industry Why exclusivity is everything Our emotions towards luxury The future of luxury A UK Roc Nation brunch + much more! Twitter: twitter.com/adzvice, twitter.com/azizamakame/, twitter.com/infecta IG: www.instagram.com/adzvice/, www.instagram.com/azizamakame/, www.instagram.com/infecta Bi-weekly Newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Website: www.adzvice.com Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast

Special guests Elliott Rae, founder of musicfootballfatherhood.com and Dionne London, podcaster and writer join Ade and Bonita for a conversation on being various aspects of parenthood. TALKING POINTS INCLUDE: Bonding with the bump Pre-baby counselling Hypno and home births Maternity and paternity leave Dealing with in-laws Impact on relationships Keeping the sex life alive Learning to be a good parent + much more! Twitter: twitter.com/adzvice, https://twitter.com/mffonline_, https://twitter.com/dionneldn IG: www.instagram.com/adzvice/, www.instagram.com/mffonline_, www.instagram.com/dionneldn Bi-weekly Newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Website: www.adzvice.com Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast

New year, new podcast! Ade and Bonita share the biggest marketing and social media mistakes brands make that need to stop in 2020. The guys also re-live how they got into the industry with helpful tips along the way. Talking points include: The real meaning of a brand Cheap engagement tactics Importance of research and testing Leveraging tools outside of social media Influencer marketing Having a USP Why good service is everything + much more! Twitter: twitter.com/adzvice, IG: www.instagram.com/adzvice/ Bi-weekly Newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Website: www.adzvice.com Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast

Ade and Bonita mark the last episode of 2019 and as a result, the last episode of the decade with a recap of some of the major trends that shaped the 2010s. Talking points include: Bonita's big news Societal changes such as the #BlackLivesMattersocial movement_ Political changes like the rise of the right-wing How social media's changed how we interact Technological changes such as online dating Business changes in the 2010s + much more! Twitter: twitter.com/adzvice, IG: www.instagram.com/adzvice/ Bi-weekly Newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Website: www.adzvice.com Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast

Suffering from the 2019 General Election hangover, Ade and Bonita are back to set you up for success in 2020. TALKING POINTS INCLUDE: The General Election reaction Echo chambers Vision boards Setting career goals Asking for pay rises and promotions A helpful guide to review your year and plan for the next one: https://yearcompass.com/ + much more! Twitter: twitter.com/adzvice, IG: www.instagram.com/adzvice/ Bi-weekly Newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Website: www.adzvice.com Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast

Kicking off the last month of the year, the guys are joined by Personal Finance Guru and Refined Currency Founder, Bola Sol. They unpack a highly anticipated conversation about all things money. TALKING POINTS INCLUDE: Online finance gurus Breadwinners Pensions Contracting Debt Drip Culture Buying property Budgeting and saving Multiple revenue streams Spending on weddings + much more! Twitter: twitter.com/adzvice, twitter.com/bola_sol/ IG: www.instagram.com/adzvice/, www.instagram.com/bola_sol/ Bi-weekly Newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Website: www.adzvice.com Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast

The guys are back and this time joined by Brian, aka The BKH, 'The Instagram Stories Guy' to lift the lid on all things social media. TALKING POINTS INCLUDE: Why IG stories are important Brands behaving like humans online Understanding algorithms Is Instagram hiding your content? Instagram removing likes - what this really means How to make better social content What's the hype with Tik Tok? + much more! Twitter: twitter.com/adzvice, https://twitter.com/thebkh IG: www.instagram.com/adzvice/, www.instagram.com/thebkh Bi-weekly Newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Website: www.adzvice.com Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast

Bonita's away but Ade is joined by Temi Alchemy and Venture Promoter from the #90sBabyShow. TALKING POINTS INCLUDE: How they got their names What is the 90s Baby Show? Born in the nineties, raised in the noughties Starting the pod Podcasting landscape in Britain Life after Radar Building a catalogue of content Utilising video and social media Bring-ins from the black community Things they wished they knew before Flowers + much more! Twitter: twitter.com/adzvice, twitter.com/ImAdeAkins, https://twitter.com/90sBabyShow IG: www.instagram.com/adzvice/, www.instagram.com/ImAdeAkins/, https://www.instagram.com/90sbabyshow/ Bi-weekly Newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Website: www.adzvice.com Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast

Bonita is back and joins a man-flu ridden Ade for a personal and honest conversation about her anxiety and how an extremely traumatic experience pushed it to a new level. TALKING POINTS INCLUDE: Panic attacks The 4 types of anxiety How to help others with anxiety Depression vs anxiety Therapy and self-help Bonita's traumatic experience Social media anxiety Flowers + much more! Twitter: https://twitter.com/adzvice, https://twitter.com/ImAdeAkins, https://twitter.com/BonitaRochelle IG: https://www.instagram.com/adzvice/, https://www.instagram.com/ImAdeAkins/, https://www.instagram.com/BonitaRochelle/ Bi-weekly Newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Website: www.adzvice.com Keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast

Anthony, a charted accountant, fitness enthusiast and outgoing father along with Nina, a creative, copywriter and lover of love join Ade to talk about moving abroad for work. Talking points include: Global mobility programs Canadian Life The relocation process Lond distance relationships Meeting people abroad Moving without a job Missing family + much more! _________________________ Twitter/IG: Realist_Ant, NinaDNJ, adzvice, ImAdeAkins and BonitaRochelle _________________________ Adzvice Newsletter - Join here: eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. _________________________

Bola Awoniyi, Co-Founder and Publisher of Black Ballad and Urenna Okonkwo, Founder of Cashmere join us to lift the lid on what it's really like being an entrepreneur. Talking points include: How they chose their audience Importance of insights and analytics Consistency Validating your ideas Securing funding Managing relationships + more! _________________________ Adzvice Newsletter - Join here: eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. _________________________

We're back with our 50th episode! To kick off season 4 we have a special 2-part episode. PART 2 OVERVIEW 00:00 - 02:00 - Introduction 02:02 - 17:24 - How adzvice started - The blog of many categories - Team changes - Looking back - The early events - How the podcast launched - Rebranding - Building a team 17:28 - 21:43 - Consistency - Trying to make money - Registering a business - Know what’s right for you 21:45 - 25:02 - Let’s Talk - Imitation is not flattering 25:05 - 27:23 - People notice 27:27 - 34:04 - Putting people on - People will change - Social media: love/hate relationship 34:09 -46:38 - Our biggest L’s 46:43 - 52:13 - Summary - Flowers: 1. Natasha - https://www.instagram.com/afianatashaa/ 2. Ola - https://www.instagram.com/olaatyourgirl/ 3. Victoria Sanusi - https://www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ - What’s in store for Season 4 - Outro _________________________ Adzvice Newsletter returns next week! Join here: eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. _________________________

We're back with our 50th episode! To kick off season 4 we have a special 2-part episode. PART 1 OVERVIEW 00:00 - 08:29 - Welcome back - Direction of the pod - New format - What to expect 08:30 - 10:25 - The Headlines 10:30 - 20:00 - Our highs and lows - Shout outs to some special people - Outro _________________________ Adzvice Newsletter returns next week! Join here: eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. _________________________

INTRO: 01:11 - White-pushed’ feminism - Introductions from Pip and Temi - Tips for getting into the media/marketing industry - Deliberately avoiding other black people at work DATING IN 2019: 19:29 - Dating summed up in one sentence - Break-up stories - Online dating vs real life - Do people still approach people in real life - Women approaching men ONLINE DATING: 1hr - Stigmas in the black community - Different dating apps - Sliding in DMs - Different experiences for men and women - Online dating as a black woman _________________________ This episode is the season finale while we take a short break to prepare for Season 4. Adzvice is changing, stay in the know by subscribing to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. _________________________

INTRO: 00:59 - Special guest Aleah Scott, a creative, filmmaker, writer and DJ from North West London. - Reasons why a lot of black people can’t swim TIMELINE TOPIC - Love Island: 15:45 DISCUSSION 1 - GASLIGHTING: 25:43 - What is gaslighting - Gaslighting in relationships - Looking out for the signs - Gaslighting in the workplace - Tips for dealing with people that gaslight you DISCUSSION 2 - COHABITING: 1 hr - Reasons why it's more common now - Personal experiences - Should you pay rent towards your partner's mortgage? - Attitudes to money FLOWERS - 1 hr 27 mins Alex Reads - https://www.instagram.com/alexreads/ _________________________ Aleah’s documentary - ‘Breast Stroke’: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bu10AXxHFXM/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet _________________________ Adzvice is changing, stay in the know by subscribing to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. _________________________

INTRO - 01:00 - Bonita wins an award - Bonita meets J Hus - Tips for managing your to-do list TIMELINE TOPIC - 09:10 - "If you could go back to uni..." DISCUSSION - 14:02 - Why Bonita believes in the laws of attraction - What is it? - Growth plans and being intentional - Conscious effort vs confidence - When the universe says 'no' - Why you can't be half-hearted - How to begin practising it - Crystal healing and crystal energies RECAP - 42:29 FLOWERS - 45:16 1. Lauren Nicole: https://www.instagram.com/laurennicolefk/ 2. The BKH: https://www.instagram.com/thebkh/ _________________________ Article on how to tackle your to-do list: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2019/jul/05/how-to-tackle-your-to-do-lists-oliver-burkeman Timeline topic tweet: - https://twitter.com/bilzyb/status/1148519967060574208?s=21 _________________________ Adzvice is changing, stay in the know by subscribing to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. _________________________

INTRO - 01:18 - Life updates - Love Island - Getting more active - Relationship dilemma DISCUSSION - 20:44 - Fake facts and shit advice about 9-5 vs self-employed - Pressures to more than just work - Feeling jealous of your peers and advice on coping FLOWERS - 41:45 1. Bonita's manager 2. Andrew Akinyede https://www.instagram.com/andrew_cbx/ 3. Trina 'Tri' Nicole https://www.instagram.com/itstrinanicole/ _________________________ Adzvice is changing, stay in the know by subscribing to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. _________________________

INTRO - 01:17 - Holidays - Being involved in weddings - Why we have no TL topics Q&A - 10:00 1. Relationships - Should you be expected to build your partner in a relationship? 12:17 - Should you always compromise in relationships? 18:29 - What are the tips on navigating the data arena after leaving a long term relationship? 20:40 2. Race and Identity - Do black people hate capitalism or just hate being the victims of it? 36:45 - Does elitism in the black British community exist? 38:15 - How to start a diversity and inclusion programme at work 41:42 3. Career - How to stay focused and happy during unemployment 45:00 - Navigating life after university 48:20 4. Grief - What does it mean to grieve/mourn and let go? 51:25 5. Money - Staying focused while buying a house 56:32 - Do young people have bad money management? 59:49 - Making more money than your partner 1hr 1min 6. Consistency - How do you stay consistent? 1hr 7mins - Tips for getting back into bloging 1hr 10mins FLOWERS 1. Pitcher and Paint - https://www.pitcherandpaint.com/ 2. Saabirah Lawrence - https://www.instagram.com/saabirahlawrence/ _________________________ Adzvice is changing, stay in the know by subscribing to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. _________________________

INTRO + TIMELINE TOPICS 1:25 - 13 mins Updates from Ade and Bonita 13 mins - #SlayInYourLane vs BBC controversy 22 mins - Spike Lee Hates Black British People? DISCUSSION 1 - 36 mins - Ade's diversity drive DISCUSSION 2 - DAVID ELLIOTT - 42 mins - Teaching in 2019 - Being a black, male teacher + why he got into it - Knowledge gaps that school creates - Limits of the education system - Outside of teaching and life coaching FLOWERS - 1. SocialFixt - https://www.socialfixt.org/ - 2. Bonita's sisters - 3. Jamelia Donaldson - https://www.instagram.com/jameliaisobsessed/ - 4. db Captures - https://www.instagram.com/dbcaptures/ _________________________ Adzvice is changing, stay in the know by subscribing to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. _________________________ Tweet about 'She's Gotta Have it 2' criticism of Black Brits - https://twitter.com/helloalegria/status/1132730083041529857

NTRO + TIMELINE TOPICS 1:25 - 06:00 Bonita’s good news 06:15 - Jeremy Kyle Show axed / reality tv 14:57 - Bonita organised panel for MH in Black community 17:47 - 'A Dark Mind' documentary 19:22 - Relationship dilemmas DISCUSSION - 35:00 - How to know when you’re ready for a promo - Knowing your worth - Asserting yourself as a black person in the office - Being your true self at work - Stereotypes in the office - Top tips for building your career - Bringing diversity and inclusion to your 9-5 FLOWERS - 58:41 - 1. Dami Adeyeye - Creator of 'Dark Mind' documentary https://www.instagram.com/notjustanylola/ -2. Paul Otote aka Dungubook - Vegan Bodybuilder https://www.instagram.com/dungubook/ _________________________ Adzvice is changing, stay in the know by subscribing to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. _________________________ Dark Mind trailer - https://youtu.be/PiHn9jkBkLM

TIMELINE TOPICS - 1:20 - 16:26 - Avengers - GoT - John Singleton - Representation in advertising 7 STEPS TO HOME OWNERSHIP - 16:26 - 1 hr 16 mins 1. Credit score 2. Spending and saving 3. Finding out borrowing potential 4. Buying options available 5. Shortlisting areas 6. Viewing properties 7. Making an offer FLOWERS - 1 hr 16 mins 1. Hannah Lee, author of 'My Hair' - https://www.instagram.com/hannahleewrites/ 2. Shahira aka Afroglory, content creator and designer - https://www.instagram.com/afroglory_/ ---------- Tweet that inspired podcast: https://twitter.com/ImAdeAkins/status/1123127998851485696 --------- Free £5 when you use this link to join Monzo https://join.monzo.com/r/0hjydrc

What to expect: - Life updates: Bonita's nomination and how Ade is embracing his 'buffness' - Timeline topics: Nipsey Hussle Funeral, Game of Thrones and Platonic Male/Female friendships - Can men and women can be just friends? - Mixing business with friendship: pros and cons, Ade and Bonita's own experiences, blurring the lines, handling issues + more - Why we're 'Giving Flowers' to Bounce Cinema and Charlotte Williams ________________ Adzvice is changing, stay in the know by subscribing to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast.

Discussion Points: Intro 1 mins - Nipsey Hussle tribute and reactions to his death 16 mins - Do you need to be in the hood to help the hood? 21 mins - Drill music and UK violence 27 mins - #SurvivingCardiB 33 mins - Fake feminists and double standards 36 mins - Trademarking 'Okurrr' Tips 40 mins - Tips for trademarking a UK biz 44 mins - Black-owned businesses beefing with customers 47 mins - Should you criticise a BoB online? 48 mins - Service failures and service recoveries Outro 1 hr 2 mins - 7 tips to run your own marathon in life ________________ Adzvice is changing, stay in the know by subscribing to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast.

Discussion Points: Intro topics 01:00 - Considerable age gaps when dating 05:00 - Black culture = popular culture 06:30 - Mental Health - Gender differences when talking about MH - The suicide of Mike Thalassitis from Love Island - Ade and Bonita's thoughts of Montana's interview - Checking in on your friends 21:35 - Social Media - Instagram blackout - Turning notifications off - Effect of social media on Ade and Bonita's health 35:00 - Influencer Marketing - Roles and responsibilities - Definition - Examples of good and bad (McDonald's and Nike) _____________ Adzvice is changing, stay in the know by subscribing to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast.

Discussion points: 3:20 - Timeline topics - Akala Saga - Amber Rudd Coloured - John Barns defending Amber Rudd 16:20 - International Women’s Day - Bonita boycotting panel events where no black women are present - Issues with events about race 27:00 - Dave’s Album - Bonita’s thoughts on the album - Annie Mac & Radio 1 Backlash - Ade feeling uncomfortable about ‘Black’ at work 31:30 - #BlackGirlMagic Google Ad 33:58 - House of CB Cash Investment for Small Female Biz Owners 35:05 - Bonita on scaling back her side hustle, ‘Make Your Mark’ - What scaling back means for MYM’s offerings - 'We' vs 'I' when talking from the perspective of the brand - Bonita's idea of what success looked like - Refusing to sacrifice things for her side hustle - Being afraid to admit she had taken on too much due to fear of being seen as a failure - Why you don’t have to be an entrepreneur - When is the right time to scale back? - Talking about failure openly with your community - Advice for those in similar situations *Apologies for the poor sound quality on this episode, owing to technical difficulties* _____________ Adzvice is changing, stay in the know by subscribing to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast.

Discussion points: - Is Jussie Smollett an outrage marketing genius or a sick and twisted Hollywood B-lister? - Recent examples of offensive marketing campaigns (Gucci and Burberry) - What is Outrage Marketing? - Brands doing it right (Nike, KFC and Paddy Power) - Cancelling cancel culture - How campaigns get created and the levels of approval - Is a lack of diversity to blame for the scandalous campaigns? _____ Adzvice is changing, stay in the know by subscribing to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast.

Recent and older tragic events inspired this instalment of the #AdzvicePodcast. Death is arguably the only guaranteed thing that will happen to all of us, yet we don't discuss it enough. Ade and Bonita start with a short recap on recent events including the Screen Nation Awards, birthdays and latest Netflix obsessions. Not ones to shy away from uncomfortable topics, the pair quickly unpack how death has shaped them for life. Also in the pod are tips on dealing with grief, riding the rollercoaster of emotions, feelings of guilt, the domino effect death has on loved ones, funerals and appreciating life. Adzvice is changing, stay in the know by subscribing to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast.

Happy New Year! Ade and Bonita are back in the lab for the first podcast of the year. Your faves kicked off the new year with the announcement that #AdzvicePodcast has been nominated for an award (please vote here: http://screennation.com/digitalis/nominees2018/). This episode's instalment of 'Timeline Topics' are R. Kelly and 'Toxic Parenting'. In the main segment, the pair goes on talk about social media detoxing, millennial burnout, what adulting really means, is it right to put kids on social media? and setting goals for 2019. Adzvice is changing, stay in the know by subscribing to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Article referenced: 'How Millennials Became The Burnout Generation' - https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/annehelenpetersen/millennials-burnout-generation-debt-work?utm_source=dynamic&utm_campaign=bffbbuzzfeedreader&ref=bffbbuzzfeedreader Don't forget to vote for #AdzvicePodcast for 'Favourite Podcast' http://screennation.com/digitalis/nominees2018/

It's been a minute! Ade and Bonita return to explain their absence from the podcast, what they've been up to and why TF they aren't sorry for the break. The pair share some recent personal updates including Bonita doing the most during October and Ade globetrotting with work. Also, they discuss what the time off has taught them that fellow business owners and side hustlers can relate to. Adzvice is going through a very exciting transitional period, stay in the know by subscribing to the newsletter: http://eepurl.com/cyxapP Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast.

[Adzvice For Brands] Ade and Bonita are joined by long-time friend of the show, Bola Awoniyi. Bola is the founder of The Fluid Concept a freelance digital consultant, co-founder of blackballad.co.uk and member of Forbes 30 Under 30, 2018. 0-24 mins: Twitter Topics including online self vs real self, Nike and Colin Kaepernick, Serena Williams and Nicki vs Cardi B. 24-28 mins: Why it's never been an easier and harder time to be an influencer. 28-33 mins: How to be an influencer (and make money from it). 33 mins: Is it easy to create a media business? 37-39 mins: Building a business vs building a personal following. 39 mins: Common pitfalls people fall into. 42 mins: Do all businesses need to be media businesses? 46 mins: Questions from the audience. 52 mins: Wildcard question. ___ Discover more at www.adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Follow Bola on Twitter: twitter.com/mrAwoniyi Discover more about The Fluid concept: https://thefluidconcept.co.uk/

[Adzvice For You] After an unplanned, three week hiatus, Ade and Bonita have an honest discussion on the importance of being self-aware. The dysfunctional duo rounds off some of the recent topics from the timeline and then explain why self-reflection should be a regular process. Afterwards, the guys discuss vision boards, the law of attraction, surrounding yourself with motivational people, goal-setting and calling yourself out on your own sh*t. Discover more at www.adzvice.com and use the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast on social media. Join the Adzvice bi-weekly newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP

[Adzvice For You] Ade and Bonita sit down and discuss the increasingly popular trend of young professionals having side hustles. After an exciting news update from Ade, the pair talks about how Adzvice started as a side hustle, balancing work with side hustles, why more and more people are starting side hustles, the multihyphenate model, impact of social media, identity-defining careers, flexible working, tips for new side hustles and respond to Ade's latest twitter dispute. Discover more at www.adzvice.com and use the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast on social media. Join the Adzvice bi-weekly newsletter: http://eepurl.com/cyxapP Read The Multi-Hyphen Method by Emma Gannon: https://amzn.to/2P38UeU Twitter conversation referenced: https://twitter.com/ImAdeAkins/status/1027652580174966790

*This episode is sponsored by Ethada, your one-stop shop for high quality African and Caribbean wedding suppliers. https://ethada.co.uk/ ___ [Adzvice For You] In this wedding special, Ade and Bonita are joined by two fellow podcasters in Audrey (Ghana's Finest from @TheReceiptsPodcast) and Ogaga (1/2 of #20SomethingPodcast). The guys discuss the never-ending TL topic that is dating, proposals, pressures to get married, compromising, cohabiting before marriage, planning the wedding, pros and cons of wedding planners, what happens after the wedding and much more). Discover more at www.adzvice.com and use the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast on social media.

[Adzvice For Brands] The guys, (led by Bonita) share tips on how brands should be using social media to boost engagement and growth. For the first half hour, they recap on recent news and events including the latest from the 'Let's Talk' event series, Kylie Jenner being 'self-made' and the World Cup. Getting to the meat of the podcast, they cover IGTV, ask if Snapchat is dead, describe how to use each major platform most effectively and share the process for creating a solid social media strategy. Discover more at www.adzvice.com and use the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast on social media. __ Instagram Creators Handbook - IGTV https://www.dropbox.com/s/t5bt8qq1pf28kwf/Instagram%20Creators%20Handbook%20-%20IGTV.pdf?dl=0

[Adzvice for You] Ade and Bonita return for a ranting and shade-throwing session in this episode. The guys give their two cents on what uni results mean for your future, side hustles, comparing your success, fake people, dealing with and avoiding unemployment, Don't forget to subscribe, comment, share, like and leave reviews! Discover more at adzvice.com and use the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast on social media. Tickets for our FINAL event this quarter 'Mental Health: How Are You REALLY Doing?' are out now: adzvice.com/letstalk Bonita's viral tweet: https://twitter.com/BonitaRochelle/status/1011509825627394048

[Adzvice for Brands] Ade and Bonita share their thoughts on what makes a great event from both a guest and event planner's perspective. The guys recap on our recent housing event, 'Let's Talk: Getting On the Property Ladder', share their do's and do not's for event managers, give tips for guests, talk about what they've learned from doing events and much more! Don't forget to subscribe, comment, share, like and leave reviews! Discover more at adzvice.com and use the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast on social media. Tickets for our latest event 'Mental Health: How Are You REALLY Doing?' are out now: adzvice.com/letstalk

[Adzvice for You] Ayo aka DISUNOMICS, joined Ade and Bonita for a hilarious, yet highly informative episode. Each week on his podcast, Ayo makes relevant, relatable & entertaining to the general public. Who better than him to discuss the true value of information? The guys discuss the biggest talking points from Twitter over the previous week (Mental Health Awareness Week, Capriccio and prisoner's flexing on Instagram Live), where DISUNOMICS came from, why data is the new oil, marginal gains theory, twitter jail, tips for successful podcasts and why dating is a scam). Don't forget to subscribe, comment, share, like and leave reviews! Discover more at adzvice.com and use the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast on social media. --------- Check out @DISUNOMICS Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SUNOMICS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disunomics/ Web: http://www.disunomics.com/

[Adzvice for You] In support of Mental Health Awareness Week and in honour of our first 'Let's Talk' event series, Ade and Bonita are joined by Natasha - the third member of Adzvice. Natasha has practical, academic and personal experiences regarding mental health and shares this in this episode. The guys discuss the importance of mental health awareness, having a support system, depression, anxiety, Kanye West, MH in the black community, MH in the workplace, managing mental health in university and much more. Don't forget to subscribe, comment, share, like and leave reviews! Discover more at adzvice.com and use the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast on social media. ----- Organisations to check out that promote mental health: http://Lafiyahealth.co.uk - Mental health in the black community https://www.goodtomeuk.com/ - Self-care subscription box https://throughthismind.com/ - Male blogger normalising the convo about MH https://www.saie.co.uk/ - Black-owned mental health charity https://www.thecalmzone.net/ - Campaign Against Living Miserably (suicide prevention for men) https://twitter.com/hfne_ - Mental health organisation focusing on early prevention

[Adzvice for You] No guests on this episode as Ade quizzes Bonita on what Self-Care really means following her recent blog post 'How I Learned to Love Myself'. The guys discuss the meaning of self-care, explore the self-care wheel, body positivity, insecurity, the impact of the media, self-awareness, embracing your flaws and more in one of the most honest episodes yet. Don't forget to subscribe, comment, share, like and leave reviews! Bonita's blog post: http://www.bonitarochelle.co.uk/2018/04/how-i-learned-to-love-myself.html. Self-care wheel: http://www.olgaphoenix.com/key-offerings/self-care-wheel/ Join our re-vamped newsletter: http://eepurl.com/cyxapP For more content and #tipsworthsharing, visit adzvice.com.

[Adzvice for Brands] Tobi Oredein drops by for a chat with Ade and Bonita to discuss business in the Black British community. Tobi is a freelance journalist, member of the 2018 Forbes 30 Under 30 list and co-founder of Black Ballad - UK based community platform that enables Black women to live their best lives. The conversation discusses the origins of Black Ballad, tips for those wishing to be part of the Black-owned business ecosystem, key lessons learned, working twice as hard as non-Black businesses, the importance of failure and the Radar Radio fiasco. Tobi Oredein https://twitter.com/IamTobiOredein Black Ballad blackballad.co.uk Buy tickets for The Black Women's Business Summit brought to you by Black Ballad on 31st May: blkbld.uk/2qm2V9E For more content and #tipsworthsharing, visit adzvice.com.

[Adzvice for Brands] Ade and Bonita are joined by Andrew Akinyede, freelance graphic designer, content creator and founder of Cakebox Creative to talk about the realities of being a full-time freelancer. The guys cover utilising the internet, generating business, staying disciplined, managing money, relationships, marriage and many more #TipsWorthSharing. Andrew Akinyede Twitter: https://twitter.com/andrew_cbx Instagram: instagram.com/andrew_cbx Website: http://www.andrewakinyede.com/ Cakebox Creative Twitter: https://twitter.com/CakeboxCreative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cakeboxcreative/ Website: http://cakeboxcreative.co.uk/ This episode was captured on video by the lovely Aleah, check out her YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLW-S8_Og9uqOGYmpbvPhhA For more content and to learn more about us, visit: adzvice.com.

[Adzvice for Brands] Ade and Bonita are joined by Zeena Xeena, Freelance blogger, outreach specialist/consultant + CEO of #BloggingGals to share tips on building a community online. Discussions also include: what to do with copy-cat brands, taking a break from growing your community and working with brands. Follow Zeena Xeena Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZeenaXena Instagram: https://instagram.com/ZeenaXena Blog: zeenaxena.com | http://www.blogginggals.com/ Support db Captures, our regular photographer's fundraiser to replace his stolen equipment: https://www.gofundme.com/help-my-equipment-was-stolen For more #TipsWorthSharing, check out adzvice.com.

[Adzvice for Brands] Ade and Bonita are joined by Bola Awoniyi, a freelance digital consultant, co-founder of blackballad.co.uk and a member of Forbes 30 Under 30, 2018. The guys discuss the importance of growth, social media growth, identifying the right business strategies, how to engage with your audience and plenty more #tipsworthsharing. Discover more at adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Follow Bola on Twitter: twitter.com/mrAwoniyi

[Adzvice for You] Ade and Bonita are joined by special guests Sincerely Tops and Kemi Oloyede, founder of #ThatWoman. The guys discuss if it's possible for women to have it all - career, family and marriage and announce the event series that inspired it all. When is it the right time? What are relationship goals? How do you find balance? What about going back to work? We answer this and more and leave you with #tipsworthsharing. Join in on the conversation online using #AdzvicePodcast. Tickets and information for Can Women Have it All the event series: adzvice.com/cwhia Twitter Profiles Tope - https://twitter.com/sincerelytops Kemi - https://twitter.com/KayRiley92_

[Adzvice For Brands] The #AdzvicePodcast returns with new co-host, Bonita Rochelle joining Ade Akins to discuss a controversial topic- collaboration. The pair break down their issue with how people use the word, different types, pros and cons and leave you with #tipsworthsharing to help you get collabs right. Join in the conversation online using #AdzvicePodcast adzvice.com

Our hosts Ade and Naomi are back after a short hiatus with some solid tips for those awaiting their results. The pair relives their own results day and the feelings that went along with it. Worried about getting results that aren't quite what you expected? Nervous about university choices? Or just want to relive the stress that is results day? Have a listen.

Ade and Naomi are back after a short hiatus. This episode, our hosts are joined by Tops, YouTuber, mother, career woman, wife and many more titles to talk about the reality of juggling her many priorities. The trio discuss pressures from friends and family, social media influence, time management, gender roles and then some.

Our hosts, Naomi Jai and Ade Akins are joined by the latter's namesake, Ade Lawal to discuss tips, tricks and banter about landing a job. In this episode, they discuss tips for a stronger CV, interview techniques, group assessments, interview fails and how to stand out from the crowd. As mentioned in the podcast, visit ADZVICE.com for more info on the ADZVICE Contributor Event on 22.04.17. Twitter: @ImAdeAkins | @NaomiJai__ | @osx_ail

Ade and Naomi Jai are joined by friend of ADZVICE and previous guest (episode 6 - Self Expression), Azryah to discuss working in an office. They discuss a range of topics including dealing with negative stereotypes, fitting in, email etiquette and leave you with some great tips- all whilst making you giggle. As mentioned in the podcast, visit ADZVICE.com for more info on the ADZVICE Contributor Event on 22.04.17. Twitter: @ImAdeAkins | @NaomiJai__ | @_Azryah

Ade and Naomi share their personal experiences of when they've felt like others were moving ahead faster than them and end with tips for others to follow to avoid the common pitfalls. Trying to keep up with the Jones' is something many of us do all the time and if not checked can be dangerous! Also as mentioned on the podcast, vote for us for the Listener Choice Award in the British Podcast Awards. Visit https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/vote and search 'adzvice'. Twitter: @ImAdeAkins | @NaomiJai__

It's a special day as Ade is joined by his brand-new, female co-host Naomi. The pair discuss dating in today's society and all the topics of conversation that comes with it such as online dating and dating apps, do's and dont's for dating, first dates and much more. Our dynamic duo end the podcast with some tips to bear in mind when dating in 2017. Twitter: @ImAdeAkins & @NaomiJai__

Ade is joined by two special guests: Misha from Toast 2 Young London and Dele of @GuessWhat_Pod to delve deeper into an ever-topical theme mentioned on Twitter. Should you expect your friends to support you? Should you cut people out who fail to support? How do you actually support someone? All these questions and more are answered by Ade and his guests. Twitter: @ImAdeAkins | @MzLaughOutLoud | @Delzz_Smith

We join Ant and Ade in the second part of their conversation on Time Management following on from episode nine. In this instalment, they discuss Ant's 'Circle Theory' and leave you with five golden rules of how to manage your time. Be sure to listen to the end for the deep message on depression and suffering in silence. Twitter: @ImAdeAkins | @Realist_Ant

Father, chartered accountant and gym fanatic, Ant sits down with Ade to talk about Time Management. In the first of two parts, we learn how Ant manages to find time for everything dear to him and reveals the reality of maximising his time. @ImAdeAkins | @Realist_Ant

Ade is joined by Kike of BYP (Black Young Professionals) Network to talk about the importance of having confidence and share tips for how to boost it. This episode covers everything from self belief to confidence in approaching the opposite sex. Twitter: @ImAdeAkins | @KikeO_X

Tis the season to set goals. Ade met up with Jamelia again to discuss why we shouldn't wait until NYE to set goals and why she prefers them to resolutions. As a special Christmas present, we even have a copy of the template Jamelia (and now Ade) uses to set goals. Visit ADZVICE.com/podcast for more info. Twitter: @ImAdeAkins | @JameliaObessed

A lot of people claim to be an individual but it can be so hard to truly stand out when we all consume the same products, listen to the same music and discuss the same things. Ade sits down with Azryah, an aspiring artist and bubbly soul (who appears on #BkChatLDN), to explain why she believes Self Expression is a must! @ImAdeAkins | @_Azryah

Everyone loves travelling but beyond the immediate fact of going away from routine, how many of us truly appreciate ‘The Importance of Travelling? Ade sat down with Chuku’s co-founders, Emeka & Ifey, the brother-sister duo who have each developed an addiction to get their Adzvice on why we should all travel more, especially in our 20’s. @ImAdeAkins | @Efrederick90 | @Ifey_Frederick Be sure to stay social on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @ADZVICE.

In the words of JameliaObsessed, flow can be defined as “Living in line with your purpose, being aligned with your purpose and being intentional in what you do”. In ‘Finding Your Flow’, Ade sits down again with Jamelia to answer questions like “how can I find my purpose?”, “can I fulfil it in my 9 to 5?” and “is talent nurtured or natural?”. @ImAdeAkins | @JameliaObsessed Be sure to stay social on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @ADZVICE.

Investing in yourself is more than a great skill. It’s an art. Ade is joined by Mathieu Ajan, a 25 year old ‘Artrepreneur’ to discuss ‘The Art of Self-Investment’ in Episode 003 of the ADZVICE podcast and leave you with practical tips on how to practice it. @ImAdeAkins | @MathieuAjan Be sure to stay social on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @ADZVICE Instrumental featured: Girl- The Internet ft. KAYTRANADA

As a young Londoner, there’s not many topics more pertinent than money and more importantly how to manage it. In ‘Managing Money’ , Ade sat down with good friend and fellow ADZVICE contributor, Yemi- a finance professional working in the Credit Card industry, to give some guidance on how to make your money work for you. @ImAdeAkins | @YemiAwop Be sure to stay social on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @ADZVICE Instrumental featured: Oddisee- Miami

We often hear about people experiencing mid-life crisis’ all the time so much that it’s been accepted as a normal part of life but what about when men and women in their 20’s experience similar feeling?. ‘Quarter-Life Crisis’, sees Ade & Jamelia discuss this very real and relevant topic and share Adzvice on how to overcome it. @ImAdeAkins | @JameliaObsessed Instrumental featured: Oddisee- Brixton

The ADZVICE podcast,(formerly known as For Millennial Minds), is a regular podcast hosted by Ade (@ImAdeAkins), founder of ADZVICE.com. It is an extension of ADZVICE.com- the online hub for guidance and recommendations. Ade invites guests who are passionate about a particular topic to have an informal conversation over a meal and drinks and leave listeners with practical tips you can trust and follow. Be sure to follow ADZVICE on twitter, facebook, instagram and iTunes. Instrumental featured in background: Bas- Black Owned Business