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🎙️ This Week’s Episode: Vanessa Vanderpuye on Becoming an Actress, Colourism in the entertainment Industry & Navigating Grief
In this week’s episode, I sat down with the incredibly talented Vanessa Vanderpuye, an award-winning Actress and Model. Vanessa opens up about her journey to becoming an actress, the challenges she faced as a dark-skinned woman in the industry, and the reality of colourism in entertainment.
We also have a heartfelt conversation about grief, sharing our personal experiences of losing our fathers and how we navigated that profound loss. Vanessa’s story is one of perseverance, resilience, and breaking barriers in an industry that often lacks representation.
If you’ve ever faced rejection, struggled with feeling seen, or are navigating your own grief journey, this episode is filled with powerful insights and inspiration for you.
📲 Connect With Vanessa:
https://www.instagram.com/vvbrownskin/
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🎙️ This Week’s Episode: Beyond the Big Day – The Truth About Marriage & Wedding Planning with Tobi Yusuf
In this week's episode, I sat down with the amazing Tobi Yusuf, the Founder of Riah Events. We had an honest and insightful conversation about the realities of marriage, navigating relationships with men, and the truth about what really goes into planning a wedding.
So many women focus on the wedding day, but what happens after the big celebration? Tobi shares her personal experiences and professional insights, breaking down the challenges, expectations, and adjustments that come with marriage. We also discuss the wedding planning industry, the pressure to have a "perfect" day, and how to focus on what truly matters when preparing for a lifelong commitment.
Whether you're engaged, married, or just curious about relationships and commitment, this episode is packed with real talk and invaluable wisdom! 📝
📲 Connect With Tobi:
www.riahevents.com
https://www.instagram.com/riahevents_weddingplanner/
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🎥 Shoutout to the amazing production team:
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Head of Videography: Kimberley Dobbs
Videography Assistant: Lauren
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Guest's Makeup Artist: Margaret Browne
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🎙️ This Week’s Episode: Elizabeth Solaru on Overcoming Child Loss, Reinventing Herself & Networking Like a Pro
In this week's episode, I sat down with the incredible Elizabeth Solaru, a Microbiologist turned Headhunter turned Luxury Cake Maker turned Luxury Strategist. Her story is one of resilience, reinvention, and success at the highest level.
Elizabeth opens up about her deeply personal journey, including experiencing child loss and nearly losing her life after childbirth. Despite these unimaginable challenges, she has continuously reinvented herself, building multiple successful careers across different industries. We also dive into her powerful networking techniques—the strategies that have helped her connect with influential people and thrive in every career pivot she has made.
Whether you're navigating grief, looking to reinvent yourself, or want to master networking and build meaningful connections, this episode is packed with wisdom, inspiration, and practical insights.
📲 Connect With Elizabeth:
elizabethsolaru.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-solaru-1ba901/
https://www.instagram.com/elizabethscakeemporium/
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🎥 Shoutout to the amazing production team:
Host & Creator: Paula Oyinkan
Producer & Head of Videography: Kimberley Dobbs
Videography Assistant: Lauren
Production Coordinator & Commercial Manager: Stephanie Macaulay
Makeup Artist: Margaret Browne
Hairstylist: Eniola Alaoye
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🎙️ This Week’s Episode: Overcoming Trauma & Building a Fashion Brand with Yasmina Ossai

In this week’s episode, I sat down with the inspiring Yasmina Ossai, Founder of Mina Novski, who shares her journey of resilience after being spiked and how she turned that traumatic experience into an opportunity for growth. Yasmina opens up about navigating her healing process, rediscovering her confidence, and starting her own clothing brand.

We also explore Yasmina’s experiences navigating university, her career path, and how her experience of being spiked impacted her business. Her story is a powerful reminder of the importance of perseverance, and finding purpose through adversity.

Whether you’re seeking motivation to overcome challenges, start something new, or simply feel empowered, then this episode is a must watch.
📲 Connect With Yasmina:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chowmina_/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chowmina

Mina Novski Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/minanovski/

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🎥 Shoutout to the amazing production team:
Host & Creator: Paula Oyinkan
Producer & Head of Videography: Kimberley Dobbs
Videography Assistant: Lauren
Production Coordinator & Commercial Manager: Stephanie Macaulay
Host's Makeup Artist: Margaret Browne
Host's Hairstylist: Eniola Alaoye

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🎙️ This Week’s Episode: The Power of Gratitude, Solo Travel & Pursuing Your Dreams with Rahma's Visual Diary
In this week's episode, I sat down with the incredible Rahma Ali, the creator of Rahma's Visual Diary. Rahma shares her journey of embracing gratitude, solo traveling, and chasing her dreams.
From navigating the challenges of solo travel to cultivating a mindset rooted in gratitude, Rahma’s story is a testament to the power of resilience and self-belief. We also dive into the lessons she’s learned about pursuing her passions, building her platform, and the reality of doing the hard work required to achieve your dreams.
Whether you’re looking for inspiration to travel, take bold steps in your life, or simply appreciate the beauty around you, this episode is packed with valuable insights.
📲 Connect With Rahma Ali:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rahmasvisualdiary
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rahmasvisualdiary
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🎥 Shoutout to the amazing production team:
Host & Creator: Paula Oyinkan
Producer & Head of Videography: Kimberley Dobbs
Videography Assistant: Lauren
Production Coordinator & Commercial Manager: Stephanie Macaulay
Host's Makeup Artist: Margaret Browne
Hairstylist: Eniola Alaoye
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🎙️ 🎙️ This Week’s Episode: Turning Lockdown Creativity Into a Nike Collaboration with Tega Akinola
In this week's episode, I’m joined by the incredibly talented Tega Akinola, a fashion designer whose unique approach to upcycling led to a collaboration with Nike amongst many other achievements. Tega shares her journey of turning a lockdown hobby into a thriving creative career, including:
- How she discovered her passion for upcycling and sustainable fashion.
- The steps she took to grow her brand from small projects to major recognition.
- Her experience collaborating with Nike and what it meant for her career.
Whether you’re a fashion lover, aspiring entrepreneur, or someone looking for creative inspiration, this episode is full of valuable insights and motivation to chase your dreams.
📲 Connect With Tega Akinola:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tegaakinola/
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🎥 Shoutout to the amazing production team:
Host & Creator: Paula Oyinkan
Producer & Head of Videography: Kimberley Dobbs
Videography Assistant: Lauren
Production Coordinator & Commercial Manager: Stephanie Macaulay
Host's Makeup Artist: Lorraine Fordjour
Guests Makeup Artist: Margaret Browne
Hairstylist: Eniola Alaoye
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🎙️ This Week’s Episode: Burnout, Leadership, and Business with Rachelle Watson-Hill

In this week's episode of The Paula Oyinkan Show, I’m joined by the inspiring Rachelle Watson-Hill, a Leadership coach and Business Growth Consultant. We dive into some of the most critical topics for millennial women in 2025:
- What burnout really is and practical tips to avoid it in your personal and professional life.
- How to reflect on who you are and step into your full potential as a leader.
- Building a profitable business by making logical, rather than emotional, decisions.

If you’ve been struggling with work-life balance, leadership challenges, or turning your big idea into a thriving business, this episode is for you!

📲 Connect With Rachelle Watson-Hill:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelle_wh/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachellew-h/

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🎥 Shoutout to the amazing production team:
Host & Creator: Paula Oyinkan
Producer & Head of Videography: Kimberley Dobbs
Videography Assistant: Lauren
Production Coordinator & Commercial Manager: Stephanie Macaulay
Host's Makeup Artist: Lorraine Fordjour
Guest's Makeup Artist: Margaret Browne
Hairstylist: Eniola Alaoye

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🎙️ This Week’s Episode

This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the fabulous Charlotte Stavrou, Founder of SevenSix Agency, an influencer marketing agency dedicated to working with diverse talent.

Charlotte shared so much wisdom, including:

- Her experience discovering dyslexia later in life.

- What it really takes to build a successful business in the influencer marketing world

- Why diversity matters and how she’s making an impact in the industry.

📲 Connect With Charlotte Stavrou:

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/charlottesevensix/

⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlotte-sevensix/⁠

Website: ⁠https://www.sevensixagency.com⁠

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🎥 Shoutout to the amazing production team:

Host & Creator: Paula Oyinkan

Producer & Head of Videography: Kimberley Dobbs

Videography Assistant: Lauren

Production Coordinator & Commercial Manager: Stephanie Macaulay

Host's Makeup Artist: Lorraine Fordjour

Makeup Artist: Margaret Browne

My Hairstylist: Eniola Alaoye

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