In this episode, Third Culture Therapy’s Layla speaks with award-winning journalist, author, and cultural commentator Yomi Adegoke about the intersections of culture, identity, and mental wellbeing. Drawing on her experiences growing up Nigerian-British, Yomi reflects on representation, online accountability, and the complexities of Black British identity in media and public discourse. Layla and Yomi explore cultural heritage, community grounding, and the ongoing challenges and progress in creating more nuanced and inclusive narratives.
💬 Topics Covered:✔️ Black British identity and cultural diversity✔️ Growing up Nigerian-British and navigating belonging✔️ Representation, visibility, and media narratives✔️ Online accountability, backlash, and mental health✔️ Writing Slay In Your Lane and centring Black women✔️ Anti-racist literature and political shifts post-2020✔️ Community, heritage, and grounding practices
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:54 Exploring Cultural Identity
02:16 Black British Identity and Influences
04:22 Navigating Cultural Differences
06:46 The Impact of Representation
11:30 Writing 'Slay In Your Lane'
15:17 Comparing Black British and American Experiences
21:12 Reflections on Progress and Challenges
24:16 Navigating Post-2020 Social Dynamics
24:43 The Backlash and Political Shifts
25:32 The Importance of Anti-Racist Literature
28:37 Writing for Black Women
31:49 Exploring Fiction During Lockdown
33:09 The Complexity of Online Accountability
40:03 Balancing Online Presence and Mental Health
43:03 Grounding in Community and Heritage
45:10 Upcoming Projects and Future Plans
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