The Vanessa Podcast

“We should be the ministry of how; not the ministry of no.” — Florence MottayOn this special episode of The Vanessa Podcast; the show where we talk business, culture, and the real stories behind extraordinary people building their own lanes. I’m joined by two brilliant senior leaders from Zalando, recorded at Zalando HQ in Berlin the day after the Black Girls Tech Summit 2025.Meet my guests:Florence Mottay — VP Information Security & CISO at Zalando, leading the information security function and enabling the business to operate safely and confidently at scale.Siddhi Saraiya — VP Product Management (Customer Experience & Experimentation) at Zalando, a product leader working at the intersection of business needs, engineering trade-offs, and customer value.In this conversation, we go beyond job titles and get into the reality of leadership in tech from navigating failure and pressure, to building influence, sponsorship, and success on your own terms.In this episode, we discuss:Why both Florence and Siddhi chose Zalando and what drew them to the challengeHow to drive cybersecurity awareness in a large organisation (and why security is as much about people + culture as technology)The biggest difference between start-up speed vs corporate scale and how to adaptHow to process failure without letting ego run the show (“put it in the ego box”)Leading in high-pressure environments: routines, boundaries, and staying groundedWhat’s next for e-commerce, customer experience, and cybersecurity (including AI + commerce)What success looks like beyond the title; impact, family, and building great teamsReal advice for women in tech moving from mid-level to senior leadership🔔 Subscribe for more conversations with leaders shaping culture, business, and the future of work.🎧 Listen on Spotify / Apple Podcasts (and watch on YouTube).📱 Follow us on Instagram: @thevanessapodcast📱 Follow Vanessa: @vanessasanyauke (Instagram & TikTok)📌 Guests: Florence Mottay + Siddhi Saraiya (Zalando)

“Modern dating is confusing; so I brought in the experts.”In this expert-led episode of The Vanessa Podcast, we go deep into the emotional, psychological and cultural forces shaping dating in 2025.The Vanessa Podcast is all about honest conversations on career, business wealth, identity, relationships, success and self-awareness; helping women and men navigate the real challenges of modern life with clarity, compassion and data-driven insight.For this episode, I sat down with two incredible guests:Nathaniel Oke: Psychotherapist with over a decade of experience supporting individuals and couples around emotional wellbeing, masculinity, vulnerability and relational conflictSiobhan Copland: Elite matchmaker with 10+ years of experience guiding single professionals through the chaos of modern datingTogether we unpack the TRUTH behind why dating feels so difficult right now.In this episode, we explore:💔 Roster dating: why so many people are “keeping options” instead of choosing connection🔥 Situationships: how they start, why they feel addictive, and why they’re emotionally dangerous👀 Ghosting, avoidance & communication breakdowns in modern dating⚠️ Game-playing culture and why honesty feels risky in 2025💍 Marriage in 2025 & beyond: what the purpose is now, and how partnership has evolved😬 Toxic masculinity, emotional repression & the male intimacy gap💡 What healthy dating looks like, practically, emotionally and mentally🧠 How to date intentionally without losing your identity or standardsIf you’re single, dating, disappointed, curious, hopeful or just trying to understand why love feels so complex: this episode will bring clarity.🎧 Listen on Spotify + Apple Podcasts📲 Connect with the GuestsNathaniel OkeYouTube: ‪@thetalkingtherapist5595‬ Instagram: @thetalkingtherapistWebsite: https://talkingtherapyclinic.com/Siobhan CoplandInstagram: @siobhancopland Website: https://cupidinthecity.com/✨ Follow The Vanessa PodcastInstagram: @thevanessapodcast @vanessasanyaukeTikTok: @vanessasanyauke

“We’re all successful, emotionally intelligent and still single. Why?”In this powerful roundtable episode of The Vanessa Podcast, host Vanessa Sanyauke sits down with three incredible guests; Alicia Richardson, Gus Nyberg, and Gavin Thomas to unpack the truth about modern dating, loneliness, and love in 2025.From male loneliness and toxic online culture to the rise of hyper-independence among women and the data behind why nearly half of Black women have never been married, this conversation pulls no punches. Honest, funny, and painfully relatable; this is one of the realest discussions you’ll hear this year.Together, they explore:💬 Why so many millennial men and women are single despite wanting love📊 Data showing 49% of Black women in the U.S. and 44% of Black British Women have never married 🧠 The “boyfriend embarrassment” era: are women de-centring men for good?💔 How red-pill and incel culture are shaping male behaviour and 1 in 4 young men report feeling lonely💸 Whether women really value effort over income (new Hinge data)💞 How to date intentionally without losing yourselfIf you’ve ever wondered why connection feels harder than ever; this episode will make you think, laugh, and maybe heal a little too.🎙 Guests:Alicia Richardson: CEO & Founder of Create Connect and Black Create ConnectGus Nyberg: Transformational Speaker and Theologian Gavin Thomas: Lecturer in Psychology, CBT Therapist & Counsellor Let us know what you think about the topics in this episode by commenting, sharing and leaving us a 5 star review so more people can find our community!📲 Follow The Vanessa Podcast:Instagram: @thevanessapodcast @vanessasanyaukeTikTok: @vanessasanyaukeLinkedIn: Vanessa Chiedza SanyaukeFollow our guests: Alicia: @aliciatoyaldn @createconect  ⁨@blackcreateconnect⁩  Gus: @gus.nyberg

“I wanted to create something for myself — something that looked as good as it smelled.” – Ashley-Gianna HallettOn this episode of The Vanessa Podcast — the weekly show where we talk business, culture, and the real stories behind extraordinary people building their own lanes — I sit down with Ashley-Gianna Hallett, branding professional, talent manager, and founder of the luxury candle brand Ya Thamani.Ashley is British-born and now based in Los Angeles, with a career spanning brand partnerships, fashion, and entertainment marketing. She’s worked with global names like Burberry, Elite Model Management, MAC Cosmetics, Hugo Boss, Fenty Beauty, and Cartier, and today mentors the next generation of creative talent.She’s also the founder of Ya Thamani — a luxury candle line she built during the pandemic that reflects her love of fragrance, storytelling, and design.About Ashley-Gianna Hallett:Ashley has over a decade of experience across fashion, brand partnerships, and talent management. She has managed campaigns for household names, worked with artists and public figures across entertainment, and now runs her own luxury brand while mentoring up-and-coming talent.In This Conversation, We Discuss:Growing up in South London and dreaming beyond bordersThe graft it took to break into fashion without connectionsLessons from Burberry and Elite Model ManagementHow she transitioned into talent management and brand partnershipsThe behind-the-scenes of negotiating celebrity campaignsMoving from London to Los Angeles and navigating the culture shiftWhat British creatives bring to HollywoodThe origin story of Ya Thamani, and why she built a luxury candle brandBootstrapping a product-based business and breaking into retailHer proudest founder moments (including features in Allure)The common thread running through her career: passionThis is a conversation about resilience, creativity, and carving out space in industries that weren’t built for us.🔔 Subscribe now and never miss an episode!🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.📱 Follow us on Instagram: @thevanessapodcast📱 Follow Vanessa: @vanessasanyauke (Instagram & TikTok)📱 Follow Ashley: @yathamani on Instagram

“The worst you will get is a no.” – Shirleena CelestineOn this episode of The Vanessa Podcast — the weekly show where we talk business, culture, and the real stories behind extraordinary people building their own lanes; I sit down with Shirleena Celestine, Executive Coach and Organizational Culture Strategist.Shirleena's work helps leaders bring human connection into the workplace. Before launching her consultancy, she spent nearly a decade at Apple, where she drove inclusive product and culture strategies for Apple Music, Podcasts, Beats by Dre, Shazam, and Platoon — collaborating with influential figures like Blair Underwood and Savannah James.About Shirleena Celestine:Shirleena is an Executive Coach, Speaker, and Organizational Culture Strategist. With a PhD in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion — the first of its kind globally and almost ten years at Apple, she now helps leaders and organisations transform culture, inclusion, and impact.In This Conversation, We Discuss:Growing up in Sheffield and the early lessons that shaped her valuesDiscovering her dyslexia and reframing education on her own termsBecoming the first in her family to graduateThe power of volunteering and building community inside AppleLeading groundbreaking programs like Beats Academy and The She ConversationMoving from the UK to California and the lessons in adapting to new culturesKnowing when to leave: the courage to exit a role at the right timeWhy she believes human connection is the foundation of modern leadershipHer leap into executive coaching and building her own practiceWhat leaders need to hear in 2025 about resilience, inclusion, and authenticityThis is a conversation about resilience, leadership, and daring to put humanity at the centre of how we lead.🔔 Subscribe now and never miss an episode!🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.📱 Follow us on Instagram: @thevanessapodcast📱 Follow Vanessa: @vanessasanyauke (Instagram & TikTok)📱 Connect with Shirleena on Linkedin: Shirleena Celestine

“Rest is a power move.” – Christina RiceOn this episode of The Vanessa Podcast — the bi-weekly show where we talk business, culture, and the real stories behind extraordinary people building their own lanes — I sit down with Christina Rice, Founder & CEO of Omnoire, a global wellness platform for Black women and women of color, and Retreat Like a Boss, a program that helps leaders and entrepreneurs design, market, and sell out transformational retreats.Christina’s journey is one of resilience, reinvention, and radical rest. From pivoting her career in PR and entertainment to launching one of the most successful wellness retreat businesses in the world, she shares the behind-the-scenes truths of building a brand that has touched thousands of lives across the globe.About Christina Rice:Christina is a wellness founder, entrepreneur, and retreat strategist who has hosted luxury retreats in Bali, Jamaica, South Africa, and beyond. Through Omnoire and Retreat Like a Boss, she’s built a community of thousands, while mentoring other leaders to scale their own wellness and retreat businesses with intention, profitability, and purpose.In This Conversation, We Discuss:The $100K pivot: how Christina turned an idea into a global retreat businessWhy rest is not laziness but a leadership strategyThe hardest lessons in building a luxury brand during a recessionThe power of designing spaces that are brave, not just safeWhat she’s learned about hiring, managing, and letting go as a founderThe role of intuition and faith in scaling a purpose-led businessHow she navigated self-doubt and kept going when everything told her to quitWhy “resilience in real-time” is every founder’s greatest skillThe blueprint for creating retreats that sell out and transform livesHow to build a wellness brand that goes beyond buzzwordsIf you’ve ever thought about launching retreats, building a purpose-driven brand, or simply redefining what success looks like in wellness and entrepreneurship — this episode is packed with wisdom and strategy you can use.🔔 Subscribe now and never miss an episode!🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.📱 Follow us on Instagram: @thevanessapodcast📱 Follow Vanessa: @vanessasanyauke (Instagram & TikTok)📱 Follow Christina: @omnoire | @retreatlikeaboss

“Your intuition is your most valuable asset and you’ve had it all along.” – Aycee BrownOn this episode of The Vanessa Podcast; the weekly show where we talk business, culture, and the real stories behind extraordinary people building their own lanes. I sit down with Aycee Brown, a spiritual guide, psychic medium, astrologer, human design expert, and author with over 15 years of experience working with high-profile leaders, celebrities, creatives, and seekers.We dive into how to recognise and trust your intuition, unlearn the patterns holding you back, and use tools like Human Design to lead, heal, and manifest in a way that’s true to you.About Aycee Brown:Aycee Brown is a trusted spiritual advisor known for helping leaders and creatives merge intuition with impact. Through her work in human design, astrology, psychic mediumship, shadow integration, and karmic soul guidance, she helps clients navigate personal and professional relationships, break generational patterns, and embody their own magic. She is the author of the forthcoming book Embody Your Magic.In This Conversation, We Discuss:How Aycee discovered her psychic and mediumship gifts and the moment she stopped hiding from themWhy unlearning is essential for personal transformationThe five Human Design types and how understanding yours can transform your career and relationshipsHow to manifest from deep self-trust instead of “spiritual performance”The role of shadow work in healing and leadershipHow to navigate relationships when you understand someone’s design typeBreaking free from karmic loops and cultural conditioningThe intersection of leadership, spirituality, and systemic inequalityWhy reconnecting to your body unlocks your full intuitive powerAycee’s unique approach to guiding people through their “shadow canyon”This episode blends deep spiritual insight with practical tools you can apply right now; whether you’re leading a company, creating art, or simply ready to live more in alignment.🔔 Subscribe now and never miss an episode!🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.📱 Follow us on Instagram: @thevanessapodcast📱 Follow Vanessa: @vanessasanyauke (Instagram & TikTok)📱 Follow Aycee: @ayceebrown

“You’re making money. Now what?”That was the question I posed to two of the most insightful women I know when it comes to money, mindset, tax and HMRC:💸 Fi Titus — Chartered accountant, startup founder, and co-founder of Coco Financial (aka “The Financial Fairy Godmother”)📊 Stella Ezeogu — ACCA-qualified tax strategist, ex-HMRC + HM Treasury advisor, and founder of AccountstarOn this episode of The Vanessa Podcast ; the weekly show where we break down money, careers, and the real-life stories of extraordinary people building their own lane — we dive into the changing financial landscape and what you need to know in 2025 whether you're a business owner, freelancing, running a side hustle, or navigating a 9–5.In this episode we discuss: The financial red flags HMRC is cracking down on in 2025Why you might be overpaying tax (and how to fix it)What the Company’s House U-turn really meansThe quarterly tax changes coming to side hustlersHidden tax reliefs working people are missingHow to protect your pension if you're earning over £100kHow to build wealth without “get rich quick” energyWhy too many founders pick the wrong business structureHow to prep for uncertain economies without panicThe mindset shift women need to close the wealth gapWhether you're scaling your business, filing your first return, or just tired of feeling confused about money — this one’s full of gems.📱 Follow the guests on Instagram:@cocofinancial (Fi)@accountstar_ (Stella)🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or YouTube📱 Follow me on Instagram & TikTok: @vanessasanyauke📱 Follow the show: @thevanessapodcast🔔 Subscribe now and don’t miss an episode!

“Brands want hype. We’ve built trust.” – Sam Blenkinsopp, Co-Founder of TrippinIf you're building a brand, trying to land partnerships, or figuring out how to grow without selling your soul; this is the episode for you.On this episode of The Vanessa Podcast; the weekly show where we talk business, culture, and the real stories behind extraordinary people building their own lanes — Vanessa sits down with Sam Blenkinsopp (CEO) and Kesang Ball (Head of Innovation), co-founders of Trippin, the global travel discovery platform reimagining how we experience culture, creativity and community through travel.Born out of a real-life frustration with the travel industry’s outdated and one-dimensional approach, Trippin was created to serve a new kind of traveller; one who values design, culture, underground scenes, and human connection.🎙️ In this conversation, we talk about:How a chance meeting at a house party became the start of a global brandWhat building Trippin taught them about brand trust vs. hypeThe emotional cost of being responsible for a team’s salariesWhy they walked away from the unicorn chase and redefined success on their own termsHow to pitch to brands without a huge audienceTheir strategy for staying small, creative, and culturally relevant — even as the business growsUsing AI and emerging tech to scale storytelling without losing soulThe reality of founder burnout, pivoting with purpose, and building with integrityThis episode is for every creative, founder, or culture builder who wants to grow something meaningful without selling out.🎧 Full episode out now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube📱 Follow @thevanessapodcast | @vanessasanyauke | @trippin.world

“You’re not building a brand; you’re building a feeling.” – Will WorsdellFrom helping to make Love Island a cultural juggernaut to walking away from the creative agency he co-founded to protect his mental health; Will Worsdell knows what it really means to build influence, lead with care, and reinvent your career on your own terms.On this episode of The Vanessa Podcast — the weekly show where we talk business, culture, and the real stories behind extraordinary people building their own lanes. Vanessa Sanyauke sits down with Will Worsdell for an honest, expansive, and surprising conversation on career pivots, burnout, and redefining success after the big job.About Will Worsdell:Will is a Leadership Coach and former Co-Founder of the award-winning creative agency The Park. He has worked with global brands including Apple, Spotify, Google, Amazon, P&G, and Red Bull; shaping campaigns and cultural moments that connect deeply with audiences.As Head of Marketing for Younger Audiences at ITV, Will led the team behind Love Island Season 3, helping the show become a global phenomenon. He’s also held senior roles at Channel 4 and creative agencies in London and Sydney.Today, Will coaches senior leaders, founders, and high-growth teams—helping them navigate transitions, lead with purpose, and find clarity during times of chaos.In This Conversation, We Discuss:How Love Island became one of the most talked-about TV shows in the worldThe mindset shift from “employee” to entrepreneur—and how Will planned his leapLessons from leading a 40-person team and creating a subculture inside ITVBurnout, boardrooms, and why Will walked away from the agency he builtThe hidden power of building community (and why Will always “finds his tribe”)Why vulnerability is a leadership superpower (especially for men)The difference between being good at your job and being ready to leadThis episode is packed with stories, clarity, and the kind of deep insight that will shift the way you lead, whether you’re running a business, a team, or just trying to build something that matters.🔔 Subscribe now and never miss an episode!🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.📱 Follow us on Instagram: @thevanessapodcast📱 Follow Vanessa on Instagram & TikTok: @vanessasanyauke📱 Follow Will on LinkedIn: Search Will Worsdell

“LinkedIn isn’t about going viral; it’s about building trust, one post at a time.” – Priscillia MudiakiYou don’t need 250,000 followers or a job title that screams “CEO” to build influence on LinkedIn. Whether you’re a junior marketer, a senior consultant, or somewhere in between; your voice, your story, and your experience already matter. The key? Showing up with purpose.On this episode of The Vanessa Podcast — the weekly show where we talk business, culture, and the real stories behind extraordinary people building their own lanes; Vanessa Sanyauke sits down with Priscillia Mudiaki, LinkedIn’s Community and Creator Manager, for a dynamic and practical conversation on visibility, voice, and unlocking opportunities through content.About Priscillia Mudiaki:Priscillia is the Community and Creator Manager at LinkedIn, where she supports entrepreneurs, executives, and content creators across EMEA to grow their presence and build influence on the platform.She previously worked at Instagram and co-founded the Best of Congo Awards to spotlight Congolese excellence in the diaspora. Through storytelling, coaching, and platform insights, Priscillia is helping a new wave of underrepresented talent claim their space in the creator economy.In This Conversation, We Discuss:Why follower count doesn’t equal impact and what actually doesThe video formats and content styles driving real engagement in 2025How employees — not just founders — are building influence onlineThe mindset shift professionals need to overcome LinkedIn “cringe”How to use storytelling to amplify your voice and unlock new opportunitiesWhy your personal page is more powerful than your company’sThe best times to post (based on your industry, not the algorithm)Tools you’re probably not using on LinkedIn but should beThis episode is packed with practical tips, myth-busting truths, and the kind of empowering insights that will change the way you show up online; whether you’re job-hunting, building a business, or just ready to speak up more at work.🔔 Subscribe now and never miss an episode!🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.📱 Follow us on Instagram: @thevanessapodcast📱 Follow Vanessa on Instagram & TikTok: @vanessasanyauke📱 Follow Priscillia on Linkedin: Search Priscillia Mudiaki

“You don’t have to choose between being ambitious and being present—you just have to blend differently".-Tobi AsareFrom 5am gym sessions to boardroom strategy, book launches to bedtime routines; Tobi Asare is showing a new generation of working women that it’s possible to build a powerful career and a fulfilling personal life, without sacrificing either.On this episode of The Vanessa Podcast; the weekly show where we talk business, culture, and the stories behind extraordinary people who succeed against the odds; Vanessa Sanyauke sits down with Tobi for an honest, energising conversation about ambition, leadership, identity, and self-discipline.About Tobi Asare:Tobi is the Managing Partner and Head of Growth at OMD UK, where she led some of the agency’s biggest client wins, including Premier Inn, British Gas and Compare the Market. She helped the agency secure its first-ever Media Agency of the Year title and delivered 100% new business conversion in both 2022 and 2023. Prior to OMD, she scaled a 6-person team to 40 at Guidepoint and grew the UK business by 60%. She is also the bestselling author of The Blend and Co-Chair of Omniwomen UK, championing inclusion for over 4,000 women across Omnicom.In This Conversation, We Discuss:-How Tobi unlocked new career paths by following curiosity; not convention-Her exact approach to building high-performing teams from the ground up-The servant leadership philosophy that drives performance and loyalty-How she reframes visibility and uses her voice in senior, often male-dominated, rooms-What “blending” ambition and motherhood actually looks like in practice-The morning routines and wellness habits that sustain her energy and focus-The behind-the-scenes of writing her bestselling book while working full-time-Why staying open to learning is still her most powerful growth strategyThis episode is packed with practical insights, empowering tools, and the kind of generous wisdom that will leave you feeling energised, focused, and ready to grow on your own terms.🔔 Subscribe now and never miss an episode!🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.📱 Follow us on Instagram: @thevanessapodcast and Follow Vanessa on TikTok & Instagram @vanessasanyauke📱Follow Tobi on Instagram @tobi.asare & TikTok @mybumpbay

Welcome back to The Vanessa Podcast; your weekly dose of real talk about business, tech, leadership and the culture shaping our work and money.In this episode, I break down some big moves (and mistakes!) that the world’s biggest companies are making and what you can learn from them as an employee, founder, or future board member.✨ What’s inside this week:🔥 OpenAI vs Meta: Mark Zuckerberg is trying to poach OpenAI’s top talent with $100M+ sign-on packages. Why Sam Altman is furious and what this says about Big Tech’s AI race.💻 Amazon’s AI Backlash: Amazon’s CEO told employees that AI will shrink their corporate workforce. Here’s why staff called him out, and why middle management should worry most.🍏 Is Apple Falling From The Sky?: The Economist questions whether Apple is losing its edge. I share my honest take on why I’m underwhelmed and how lack of diversity might be killing their innovation.🍾 LVMH’s €221 Billion Drop: The luxury giant has wiped out €221 billion in value. Is the CEO’s family dynasty strategy backfiring? What does this teach us about succession, leadership blind spots, and boardroom diversity?📌 Key takeaway:Leadership and innovation can’t thrive without fresh ideas, fresh voices, and brave decisions. This episode is your reminder to question the hype and question who’s really in the room making decisions.🔔 Don’t forget:✔️ Follow and turn on notifications✔️ Drop your thoughts in the comments — I love hearing from you✔️ Share this with someone who’d love these insights📲 Follow @VanessaSanyauke and @TheVanessaPodcast for more behind the scenes.

🎙️ The Vanessa Podcast | EP 6: UK Unemployment hits 4 year high; Europe fails start-ups & the truth about being a Founder I’m back after a whirlwind few weeks (8 flights in 10 days — never again!) and sharing something very real:Introducing The Founder Diaries: a new series within the podcast where I take you behind the scenes of what it’s really like building a global business with no privilege, no shortcuts, and no deep pockets: just grit and my bare hands.In this episode, we unpack:✅ The UK’s unemployment hitting a 4-year high :what this means if you’re job hunting or about to graduate.✅ Why Europe and the UK keep failing to scale startups and why I believe founders with big dreams should look elsewhere.✅ Rachel Reeves’ bleak economic update :why the UK’s economy is still shrinking, and what it means for your wallet.✅ The hard truths about side hustles:why everyone needs one, why managers must stop the stigma, and how to protect yourself financially.✅ Founder Diaries: The honest truth about launching businesses in tough markets "what it really takes, how to stay resilient when copycats appear, and why working for free at first is sometimes inevitable.My takeaway this week:This episode is about giving you real tools: the transferable skills that will make you irreplaceable (strategy, influence, communication, stakeholder management, and personal branding) and the mindset to navigate this economy without losing yourself.Subscribe to our YouTube 📲 Follow for daily updates @vanessasanyauke | @thevanessapodcast⭐ Don’t forget to like, subscribe & leave a 5-star review if you loved this episode!

🎙️ The Vanessa Podcast | EP 5: Odd Muse Founder Backlash, Klarna’s $136M Problem + Why 12% of Jobs Now Need AIWelcome back to The Vanessa Podcast – your go-to for business news, career game changers, and bold takes on the week’s hottest headlines. In Episode 5, I break down four big stories shaking up the world of business and work:✨ Odd Muse Founder Faces Social BacklashA look at what sparked the outrage and what this says about the risks of being a founder in the spotlight.💳 Klarna’s $136M ProblemThe buy-now-pay-later giant is seeing a surge in credit losses. What does this mean for the future of consumer debt and fintech?🤖 12% of Jobs Now Require Gen AI SkillsAI isn’t just a trend — it’s a career essential. I share why upskilling in Gen AI is urgent and what skills professionals need to stay relevant.💼 OpenAI Buys IO Product for $6.5 BillionThe AI giant makes another bold move — here’s what this acquisition tells us about the future of work and big tech power plays.🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple, or anywhere you get your podcasts📲 Follow for daily updates @vanessasanyauke | @thevanessapodcast⭐ Don’t forget to like, subscribe & leave a 5-star review if you loved this episode!

🎙️ The Vanessa Podcast | EP 4: Microsoft Layoffs, Moët in Crisis & S&P 500 ComebackIn this episode of The Vanessa Podcast, I (Vanessa Sanyauke – founder of The Hill and Girls Talk) dive into the biggest business headlines making waves this week. From luxury giants in trouble to tech giants trimming their workforce, here's what you need to know:📈 The S&P 500 makes a major comeback — what it means for your money💼 Microsoft cuts 3% of its global workforce — is Big Tech backtracking on growth?🏡 Airbnb’s new services launch — can it stay ahead of the travel curve?🍾 Moët Hennessy’s financial drama — is the luxury market finally feeling the pinch?💻 M&S hit by a £100M cyber attack — the real cost of cybersecurity breaches✨ Key takeaway: In business, resilience is everything — but 2025 is already testing the biggest players.🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts👍 Don’t forget to Like, Comment & Subscribe⭐ Leave a 5-star review to support the show📲 Follow me on all platforms @vanessasanyauke @thevanessapodcast

🎙️ The Vanessa Podcast | EP 3: Emma Grede & Fiverr CEO Called Out | UBER, BlackRock Push Return to Office | OpenAI’s $260B CrisisIn this episode of The Vanessa Podcast, I break down some of the most pressing business headlines and bold conversations shaping the world of work:🔥 DoorDash acquires Deliveroo for £2.9 billion — what this means for UK startups💸 Why the UK is crushing entrepreneurial dreams (and what founders need to know)🚨 Emma Grede & Fiverr CEO face backlash for “toxic” leadership — fair or unfair?🏢 UBER & BlackRock CEOs force staff back to the office — is flexibility officially dead?🤖 OpenAI’s $260B identity crisis — can they stay mission-driven and please investors?✨ Big takeaway: The future of work is being shaped by power, pressure, and profit. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple & everywhere you get your podcasts💬 Drop a comment, like, and subscribe if you're into bold, honest conversations⭐ Help us grow — leave a 5-star review!📲 Follow me: @vanessasanyauke | @thevanessapodcast

🎙️ The Vanessa Podcast | EP 2: Building in Public, Beyonce's Cowboy Carter Tour & Tech Bro DramaWelcome back to The Vanessa Podcast! In this second episode, I (Vanessa Sanyauke – founder of The Hill and Girls Talk) dive into the real behind-the-scenes of running two businesses, navigating personal challenges, and showing up with honesty, resilience, and intention.💼 In this episode, we discuss:The hard (and humbling) reality of building a podcast and brand from scratchWhy I’m starting Founder Diaries – a raw vlog series about the highs and lows of entrepreneurshipMy summer fitness and glow-up journey!🐝 Beyoncé STAN segment:I give you the full breakdown of Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour launch – from the epic setlist to Blue Ivy’s mind-blowing performance and why Queen Bey continues to inspire me as an entrepreneur.💻 Tech Bro News:We unpack the latest from the tech world – including:Amazon’s petty response to tariffs (yes, really)Meta’s new AI assistant powered by LLaMA and Zuck’s big AI gambleMicrosoft and Meta’s record-breaking earningsAnd why some tech leaders need to stay in their lane (👀)✨ Key takeaway: Sometimes the grind is messy. But your village, your vision, and your vibe will carry you through.🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts👍 Like, Comment & Subscribe if you enjoyed this episode⭐ Leave a 5-star review to help more amazing people find this show📲 Follow me everywhere @vanessasanyauke @thevanessapodcast

EP01: Welcome to The Vanessa Podcast – How the Economy will make you bankruptWelcome to the very first episode of The Vanessa Podcast! In this episode, I kick things off with a personal update on what I’ve been up to—from launching The Hill App to globetrotting across continents—and share why this new podcast era means so much to me.Then we dive into:✨ Tesla’s massive Q1 flop – Is Elon Musk’s drama finally catching up to him?✨ Why Gen Z grads are feeling hopeless – Entry-level tech jobs are vanishing. Is AI to blame?✨ The UK’s economic headache – Borrowing is up, taxes might rise, and honestly… we’re tired.I’m sharing real talk, personal insights, and what all this actually means for you and your money. I’m not a financial advisor—but I’m that friend who’ll help you stay clued-up and ready for what’s ahead.If you enjoy this episode, please show some love:🖤 Subscribe, like, and leave a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts🖤 Join the convo on YouTube and Instagram @thevanessapodcastLet’s make Mondays make sense—together.

The Vanessa Podcast is a business and careers podcast where host Vanessa Sanyauke (Founder & CEO of The Hill App & Girls Talk) gives a rundown of the latest news and seeks out and talks to incredible people who have achieved success against many challenges. She digs deep to find out how they've got to where they are and how you can too. There is so much noise going on around the world of business and we are here to break this down and what it means for you! Our first episode drops on April 28th. Follow our page on Instagram. You can follow Vanessa on Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok.