In Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia chat about this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the brilliant content creator, author, presenter, freelance writer, public speaker, plus-size model, and body image and self-love advocate, Stephanie Yeboah, what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GStephanie Yeboah Mia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this powerful conversation Stephanie shares her journey with body image, body positivity and fat acceptance with Jayda. They share the importance of visibility of marginalised bodies and how seeing people who look like you, directly impacts your relationship with your body, and in turn, your mental health. Stephanie discusses the roots of the body positivity movement, started by Black and fat American women, but how over the years this movement has been co-opted by capitalism and it’s true inclusivity has been lost. Steph shares how embracing the word fat has been her response to reclaiming that power and Jayda and her discuss why having proper plus size fashion options is so important for self actualisation. Follow Stephanie YeboahFollow Jayda GFollow Here's Hoping PodcastMore on our guestStephanie Yeboah WebsiteFattily Ever After Book Gratitude Affirmations For The BodySteph is a multi-award-winning content creator, author, presenter, freelance writer, public speaker, plus-size model, and body image and self-love advocate, with over 15 years of experience writing and creating content about plus-size fashion, beauty/skincare, travel, lifestyle and pop culture.In 2020, Steph released her debut non-fiction novel ‘Fattily Ever After: A Fat Black Girl’s Guide to Living Life Unapologetically‘, which became an Amazon bestseller in its first week of publication. In the same year, she became the first British plus-size black woman to grace the cover of Glamour Magazine UK and has featured on the lives of Sky News, BBC Radio 4, BBC Radio London, LBC, ITV News and MTV UK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alice Aedy, a talented documentary director and co-founder, joins the discussion with insights on climate activism and the journey towards authentic storytelling. The conversation navigates the tension between progress and perfection, especially in creative fields affected by imposter syndrome. Aedy shares her take on the essential role of local voices in documentaries and the need to champion diverse narratives in Western media. The hosts reflect on how community support enhances storytelling while tackling the industry's funding disparities.

Alice Aedy, an award-winning documentary maker and co-founder of Earthrise, shares her passion for storytelling focused on the climate crisis and human rights. She discusses her commitment to supporting female filmmakers and the importance of building trust with local storytellers, especially in the Global South. Aedy highlights the need for inclusivity in climate narratives and emphasizes the role of passion over perfection in activism. The conversation also touches on empowering women's perspectives in filmmaking and the emotive power of music in driving social change.

In Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia chat about this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible performance artist, public speaker and creative director Tihane, what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GTihaneMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tihane shares how her Polynesian culture is at the heart of how she connects with body, identity and earth. She and Jayda talk about how dance and using their voice has been a core part of healing their trauma and stepping into self-actualisation. Tihane also shares how drawing on her nomadic ancestors helps give her the strength to find challenges in her own life and speaks to the little known illegal occupation of Hawaii by America.Follow Tihane Follow Jayda GFollow Here's Hoping PodcastMore on our guest Workshops & Coaching TEDx Talk TIHANE is a performing artist, public speaker and creative director who focuses on immersive storytelling experiences that combine creative flow, neuroscience and sound meditation tools to awaken and empower authentic self-expression. Tihane cites her Polynesian Croatian background, nomadic upbringing and many years in Kenya, as sources of inspiration in her lifelong intention to cultivate creative experiences that heal divides. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia chat about this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible photographer, producer and director, Cherif Khoury, what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GCherif Khoury Mia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jayda reconnects with Cherif who she met in Senegal filming her Blue Carbon documentary. They talk about the grassroots initiatives happening in Senegal and how community-driven sustainability projects are crucial in our fight against the climate crisis.  Follow Cherif Khoury Follow Jayda GFollow Here's Hoping PodcastMore on our guest: Cherif Khoury Website Corps AfricaCherif Khoury is an award winning producer, director and photographer based in Senegal/Dakar. Cherif combines his love for in-country travel and filmmaking, while telling the stories and sharing the perspectives of local communities through video, films, journalistic vignettes, short documentaries and photography. His work especially focuses on capturing local communities taking sustainable approaches to environmentalism.Cherif consults with international production companies such as Make Waves Media, OffTheFence, WaterBear Network with whom he released his first International film "Mame Coumba Bang" as well as working for CorpsAfrica/Senegal for over six years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia chat about this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the incredible visual artist Katie Green, what we loved, what we learnt and what we’re taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven’t listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GKatie Green Mia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jayda is joined by her best friend Katie Green. Revisiting how they met many years back in Vancouver, Jayda and Katie discuss what are the core factors to friendships lasting, as well as how friendships are a huge part of their relationship with hope. Katie also shares how embracing the unknown is the foundation of hope for her and how both making art, and bringing others into the process of creating, has been her most important journey and healer. Follow Katie GreenFollow Jayda GFollow Here's Hoping PodcastMore on our guest: Katie Green ArtKatie Green is a visual artist creating intimate watercolour personas, murals and mask sculptures that embody her exploration of art as a healing process. Katie lives in Mohkínstsis, Calgary, Alberta, Canada and work has been supported by Canada Arts Council, Alberta Foundation for the Arts and she has received various international art residences including the Santa Fe Art Institute and the Vermont Studio Centre. Her murals have featured across the world including Canada, united States, Taiwan and Germany.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.