Metaphorically Speaking with Delia Dolor

This week’s metaphor has a great guest and an extremely strong script by Laurie Woplington!   We will be looking at a famous phrase from George Orwell’s novel 1984. Banned at various times for being too left-wing and too right-wing, it critiqued and shaped much of the political discourse of the 20th century, and has found a fresh, unsettling meaning in the new reality of hyper-surveillance and big data algorithms.   The odds were stacked against our guest Ray Studevent from day one. Born to a White, heroin-addicted mother and a Black, violently alcoholic father, his childhood in Washington, D.C., was a chaotic mix of substance abuse, death and neglect. Ray is a Pulitzer Prize nominated Author of Black Sheep,  an unforgettable story of his struggles as a mixed-race boy as he learns to fight the ghosts of his past to find trust and love. His childhood in Washington gives him a front row seat to the metaphor, “Big Brother is watching you.”

Delia talks to Kimya Glasgow, the creator of high quality products, primarily resort wear, swimwear, soft furnishings and accessories, with a desire to have a positive impact on society. She is an active entrepreneur assisting communities in Saint Vincent, especially with start-up ventures and associations. She tells how, from an early childhood, “So you got your freedom papers,” affected how she led her life. CREDITS Thanks for listening to Metaphorically speaking, created by Delia Dolor Productions with original distribution by Colourful.  This episode was hosted and produced by Delia Dolor, and written by Morgan Archer, who also provided the audio clips.   Social media graphics are by Oduwa Osemwenkhae and social media videos are by Ernie de Neve.  This episode of Metaphorically Speaking was edited by Bernardo Hita and the Podcast Supervisor was Jeremy Goldsworthy.

To cut the Gordian Knot means to overcome the impossible through sheer force of strength. This episode uncovers the history of this ancient saying, as well as dig a little deeper into the truth behind it.   This week, Delia is joined by Maureen Chiana, an international award-winning speaker who has been recognized for her experience in neuroleadership and emotional intelligence. She blends scientific understanding with spiritual upliftment. Her explanation of how this week’s metaphor resonates with her is truly thought-provoking.   CREDITS Metaphorically Speaking was created by Delia Dolor Productions with original distribution by Colourful. This episode was hosted by Delia Dolor and had segments written by Laurie Waplington. Script Supervisor, Delia Dolor. Production assistance and social media graphics by Oduwa Osemwenkhae. The final program was edited by Alba Heiden Sanchez S ocial media videos by Ernie de Neve. Podcast Supervisor: Jeremy Goldsworthy.

In this episode, we explore a deceptively simple phrase as rich in value as it is in history. And together we will explore the seemingly unending and, in many cases unanswerable, philosophical questions these two little words raise. Delia speaks to entrepreneur, award-winning publisher and filmmaker, Shelley Jarrett, whose most recent, award-winning documentary, “What We Deserve”,  screens at the International Peace Festival in Toronto. CREDITS Thank you for listening to Metaphorically Speaking with Delia Dolor, created by Delia Dolor Productions, with original distribution by Colourful. This episode was hosted by Delia Dolor and had segments written by Sarah Levine. Script Supervisor, Delia Dolor. Production assistance and social media graphics by Oduwa Osemwenkhae. The final program was edited by Alba Heiden Sanchez. Social media videos by Ernie de Neve. Podcast Supervisor, Jeremy Goldsworthy.

Delia’s guest is Nicole Joseph-Chin, founder and CEO of Ms. Brafit Limited, a social enterprise focused on women’s health and specifically breast health. Nicole is also the founder of MBF Enterprises Ltd (Making Business FUN-ctional), which focuses on ideation and innovative business model development through a 90 day experimental mentorship model. She also established the Two Cups of Care Women’s Program, which offers support solutions for women and girls with a focus on building awareness of the effects of gender-based violence. Given her chosen metaphor, “Pull yourself up by your bootstraps”, you can imagine she has a lot to share while providing a positive outlook.   CREDITS: Host & Producer: Delia Dolor Writer: Joseph Whittle, who also provided audio clips Editor: Bernardo Hita Social media: Oduwa Osemwenkhae Podcast Supervisor: Jeremy Goldsworthy

Born and raised in Trinidad and Tobago multi-media journalist Soyini Grey, has a career that is marked by her passion for storytelling and dedication to regional journalism. The phrase “the fool speaks, but the wise listens,” carries meaning to Grey to the importance of her approaches to journalism and engagement with various cultures and perspectives, and luckily in this episode, we have the opportunity to learn even more about Grey’s ethos, values and the weight this quote has in her world.   Credits CREDITS: Host & Producer: Delia Dolor Writer: Monae Sims, who also provided audio clips Editor: Jack Tweedley Social media: Oduwa Osemwenkhae Podcast Supervisor: Jeremy Goldsworthy

Did you know that in the UK, there are various examples of both vertical and horizontal, “Climbing the greasy pole,” games dating back to at least the 1850's?  In this week’s special programme celebrating Saint Lucia’s Nobel Laureate Festival, Delia’s guest is Mr Cornelius Rene, an Ophthalmic Surgeon based at the world leading and teaching hospital, Addenbrooke, in Cambridge, England.  His journey from Saint Lucia, to being the UK’s first Black Consultant Oculoplastic Surgeon is discussed, with examples of his challenges, as he explains how his chosen metaphor resonates with his life and career.

It’s Christmas! Delia and the Metaphorically Speaking team come together to spread Christmas cheer! Christmas songs, “Guess the year” included! Join us at the party. Jeremy Goldsworthy, Bernardo Hita, Ernest de Neve, Oduwa Ossemwenkae, Alba Heidan Sanchez, Monae Sims, Jack Tweedley, Laurie Waplington.

Delia talks to author, mentor, and writer, Vanessa Walters. Vanessa chose the phrase, “Follow the energy”, because it represents a point in her life where she felt like she could disappear. She was a new mom, working in a new country and she felt she was disconnected to her writing. She was teaching Zumba, feeling her writing was just, ‘good’. In the end, Vanessa realized that she needed to make mistakes, in order to find herself again.    CREDITS This episode of Metaphorically Speaking was written by Joelle Joyner-Wong. Script Supervisor, Delia Dolor. Production assistance and social media graphics by Oduwa Osemwenke. The final program was edited by Mark Cheffins and social media videos by Ernie de Neve. Podcast Supervisor, Jeremy Goldsworthy. 

Delia’s guest is editor and former BBC broadcast journalist, Nicola Morrison. It’s safe to say that Nicola possesses an impressive set of credentials, ranging from scaling the dizzy heights of one of the largest corporations in the world and reporting on some of the most memorable stories of the 21st century, to overcoming a series of truly harrowing personal challenges. Despite such adversity, Nicola’s demonstrated strength culminates in the (2024) release of her autobiographical book, ‘Victory Is My Name’. Her accomplishments, both personally and professionally, are nothing short of victorious.    Host, script supervisor and producer Delia Dolor. Written by Ella Holden, who also provided the audio clips.   Social media graphics by Oduwa Osemwenkhae and social media videos by Ernie de Neve.  Edited by  Danial Zakaria, and the Podcast Supervisor was Jeremy Goldsworthy.

Delia’s guest is Petal Miller, otherwise known as the HOPE dealer - by Helping Other People Excel. As a child of the late 1950s to Jamaican parentage, Petal has empirically witnessed the evolution of manners in England and Jamaica. Listen to how this week’s metaphor resonates with her.   Host, script supervisor and producer Delia Dolor. Written by Ella Holden, who also provided the audio clips.   Social media graphics by Oduwa Osemwenkhae and social media videos by Ernie de Neve.  Edited by Alba Heidan Sanchez, and the Podcast Supervisor was Jeremy Goldsworthy.

We look into the history of the metaphor, “Cost an arm and a leg,” discover its literal implications, and we discuss how its context has shifted over time. In this episode, Delia chats with Char Hibbert about her career in life coaching, and her efforts to help others on the path to self-improvement.   Host - Delia Dolor Segment Writer - Maisie Hooper Script Supervisor - Delia Dolor Production Assistant & Social Media Graphics - Oduwa Osemwenkhae Editor - Gerardo Pastor Ruiz Social Media Videos - Ernie De Neve Podcast Supervisor - Delia Dolor

In today’s episode, we welcome Xaviera “Zay” Bell.  After the loss of her son Xander, Zay  became a passionate advocate for maternal health. She is the creator and founder of two impactful nonprofits, Zeal of Xander, Inc and The Black Birth Institute. Based in Jacksonville, Florida, she is dedicated to addressing the unique needs and challenges faced by black women. Hosted and produced by Delia Dolor Written by Elena Valentinova, who also provided the audio clips. Script Supervised by Delia Dolor. Social media graphics by Oduwa Osemwenke. Social media videos by Ernie de Nieve. This episode of Metaphorically Speaking was edited by Alba Heidan Sanchez. 

Delia’s guest this week is Tamu Thomas, author, coach and speaker who believes everyone can be connected to their purpose and be successful, without toxic productivity and over functioning to prove their worth. Let’s hear how this week’s metaphor, “Walking on eggshells” resonates with her.   Host - Delia Dolor Segment Writer - Tyrese Okwoche Script Supervisor - Delia Dolor Production Assistant & Social Media Graphics - Oduwa Osemwenkhae Editor -Jeremy Goldsworthy Social Media Videos - Ernie De Neve Podcast Supervisor - Delia Dolor 

Mercedes Benz awarded Delia’s guest, Flavilla Fongang, the “She’s Mercedes” businesswoman award among women such as Sheryl Sandberg, the COO of Facebook. Ms Fongang is also the author of, “The Voices In The Shadow”, a book that features stories of black women in tech and is distributed to secondary schools for free across the UK and Ireland. So, it’ll be very interesting to hear her take on this week’s metaphor, “Fear is the shadow that follows you!”   Host - Delia Dolor Segment Writer - Elena Valentinova Script Supervisor - Delia Dolor Production Assistant & Social Media Graphics - Oduwa Osemwenkhae Editor - Giacomo D'Anselmi Social Media Videos - Ernie De Neve Podcast Supervisor - Delia Dolor

THE FIRST IMPRESSION COUNTS Delia’s guest, Atlyn Forde, draws on over two decades of experience in marketing, strategy development and communications, including several years pioneering diversity, equity and inclusion strategies that have transformed corporate cultures. Her ‘take’ on this week’s metaphor is sure to be meaningful! Host - Delia Dolor Segment Writer - Maisie Hooper Script Supervisor - Delia Dolor Production Assistant & Social Media Graphics - Oduwa Osemwenkhae Editor -Molly Cellan-Jones Social Media Videos - Ernie De Neve Podcast Supervisor - Delia Dolor

Delia’s guest certainly knows how to get the best out of this week’s metaphor! Lorlett Hudson is the inventor of the critically acclaimed “Things Mama Used To Say”, a 52 card box set of Jamaican and Caribbean proverbs to facilitate change management, build inclusive leaders, diversity, inclusion and culture humility, How down to earth character makes this metaphor one to tackle!   Host - Delia Dolor Segment Writer - Tyrese Okwoche Script Supervisor - Delia Dolor Production Assistant & Social Media Graphics - Oduwa Osemwenkhae Editor -Jeremy Goldsworthy Social Media Videos - Ernie De Neve Podcast Supervisor - Delia Dolor

Public speaker, mentor, coach and strategist Carole Pyke suffered a stroke in 2019, which left her with retrograde amnesia that took away all but 4% of memories of her life before the stroke. An almighty challenge for anyone to overcome, she hasn’t let it get the better of her - instead developing a number of novel marketing and personal branding techniques. She explains why, “A few bad apples”  means to her.   Host - Delia Dolor Segment Writer - Laurie Waplington Script Supervisor - Delia Dolor Production Assistant & Social Media Graphics - Oduwa Osemwenkhae Editor - Gerardo Pastor Ruiz Social Media Videos - Ernie De Neve Podcast Supervisor - Delia Dolor

This week Delia picks up her chisel and hammer, and goes through of how one becomes “The Sculptor of one’s own masterpiece”, and talks with guest X on what it also means to them. So please join us as we try journey towards our masterpiece, and maybe you’ll create yours along the way.   Host - Delia Dolor Segment Writer - Joseph Whittle Script Supervisor - Delia Dolor Production Assistant & Social Media Graphics - Oduwa Osemwenkhae Editor - Molly Cellan-Jones Social Media Videos - Ernie De Neve Podcast Supervisor - Delia Dolor

This morose phrase hides an inner optimism that isn’t at first apparent. We will hear about how this truth is both hard to swallow and liberating to accept. In this episode, Delia speaks to Australian-American author, linguist and podcaster, Karen Stollznow, whose new book explores the rich history of the expletive in this week’s phrase.   Host - Delia Dolor Segment Writer - Laurie Waplington Script Supervisor - Delia Dolor Production Assistant & Social Media Graphics - Oduwa Osemwenkhae Editor - Florian Staab Social Media Videos - Ernie De Neve Podcast Supervisor - Delia Dolor