The Future Is Black Podcast

Welcome to the Future is Black, a weekly podcast which centres the experiences and voices of Black people. Through discourse, we create a safe place full of lots of laughs, healing, reasoning, shared resources, debate & Love. The aim remains the same: to understand one another and learn from those within the Black community. Ivy, the creator of the Future is Black Podcast is a DEI specialist, a South Londoner and an all round passionate woman full of love for her community. The promise is alot of laughs and nothing but authenticity on this ride. Stay locked in. The Future is Black.

Ep 35. Season 5- A love letter from me to me

We are on season 5!!! Ahhh! In this EP I tease what’s to come and talk about the importance of knowing and loving yourself on this life journey!!. I get excited ofc but that’s normal!! You don’t want to miss what’s to come! Stay locked in. The Future is Black Podcast.  We are actively looking to collaborate please reach out to us: Podcast Instagram: The Future is Black Podcast (@thefutureisblackpodcast)  Host Instagram: Ivy (ink_.Ivy)

05-03
15:33

EP 34. I’m in my thirties…what’s next

So many expectations come when you hit 30…what choices do I need to make? Have I reflected? Did I take the chicken out of the freezer? In this EP I talk about the pressures life can bring at times and how I’ve managed (so far) to handle it all. I get passionate but that’s normal!! You don’t want to miss this! Stay locked in. The Future is Black Podcast.  We are actively looking to collaborate please reach out to us: Podcast Instagram: The Future is Black Podcast (@thefutureisblackpodcast)  Host Instagram: Ivy (ink_.Ivy)

04-04
26:29

EP 33. Growing pains but inner peace.

Growing pains but inner peace is the current goal because 2 things can exist at the same time. In this EP I talk about how difficult life can be at times but how it’s necessary for growth! I discuss the journey to inner peace and how to NOT feel alone and how having inner peace allows you to navigate through the hard stuff!. You don’t want to miss this! Stay locked in. The Future is Black Podcast.  We are actively looking to collaborate please reach out to us: Podcast Instagram: The Future is Black Podcast (@thefutureisblackpodcast)  Host Instagram: Ivy (ink_.Ivy)

03-20
20:09

EP 32. Advice with Ivz- Protect Diane Abbott. Protect Black women.

In this episode Ivy, the creator of the Future is Black Podcast gives you advice on your problems and issues with your favourite segment: Advice with Ivz, we talk about Diane Abbot, Black women, imposter syndrome and how to hold onto your identity. You don't want to miss it. Stay locked in. The Future is Black. Pod Instagram: The Future is Black Podcast (@thefutureisblackpodcast) DM your questions! Email your questions!: futureisblackpodcast@gmail.com Host Instagram: Ivy (@ink_.ivy)

03-14
29:53

EP. 31. Why don’t I feel supported?

We have all been there before in life, trying something new and not feeling supported, it sucks! In this EP I RANT about my feelings but also my realisations on my journey of starting something new. I discuss what support can look like, how to step out of your Ego and what I’ve learned along the way that’s kept on going! I hope you all have the best day and this uplifts you! You don’t want to miss this! Stay locked in. The Future is Black Podcast.  We are actively looking to collaborate please reach out to us: Podcast Instagram: The Future is Black Podcast (@thefutureisblackpodcast)  Host Instagram: Ivy (ink_.Ivy)

03-09
21:11

EP 30. For the Lovers- “Love has everything to do with it”

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY! this EP I chat about all the things love on lovers Day. I hope you all have the best day! You don’t want to miss this! Stay locked in. The Future is Black Podcast.  Podcast Instagram: The Future is Black Podcast (@thefutureisblackpodcast)  Host Instagram: Ivy (@ink_.ivy)

02-14
21:31

EP 29. Advice with Ivz - Spilling the tea

In this episode Ivy, the creator of the Future is Black Podcast gives you advice on your problems and issues with your favourite segment: Advice with Ivz, we talk all things Gen Z, what love should look like and microaggressions! You don't want to miss it. Stay locked in. The Future is Black. Pod Instagram: The Future is Black Podcast (@thefutureisblackpodcast) DM your questions! Email your questions!: futureisblackpodcast@gmail.com Host Instagram: Ivy (@ink_.ivy)

02-07
29:29

EP 28. Life changing Salads “How I changed my diet for the better”

In this episode Ivy discusses her love for salads, her health journey and what it really takes to stay on track! As always, nothing is off the table. You don’t want to miss it. Stay locked in.The Future is Black! ***TW: Body image, Health and weight are topics discussed in this EP* Podcast Instagram: The Future is Black Podcast (@thefutureisblackpodcast) Host Instagram: Ivy (@ink_.ivy)

01-31
32:25

EP 27. 32 realisations- Ft my twin brother Ivan

This episode I am joined by Ivan, my twin brother. We go through a list of 32 (ish) realisations at the wonderful age of 32 that we hope you find helpful!! hopefully you can take something from our life lessons and our wins! You don’t want to miss it. Stay locked in. The Future is Black Podcast. Podcast Instagram: The Future is Black Podcast (@thefutureisblackpodcast)  Host Instagram: Ivy (@ink_.ivy)

01-24
43:27

EP 26. Advice with Ivz “Free yourself”

In this episode Ivy, the creator of the Future is Black Podcast gives you advice on your problems and issues with your favourite segment: Advice with Ivz, we talk all things work, should you pop the question? and opinions on your 20s. You may be stretched and challenged through this conversation, but i promise you a lot of laughs and nothing but authenticity on this ride. You don't want to miss it. Stay locked in. The Future is Black. Pod Instagram: The Future is Black Podcast (@thefutureisblackpodcast) DM your questions! Email your questions!: futureisblackpodcast@gmail.com Host Instagram: Ivy (@ink_.ivy)

01-17
31:24

EP. 25 Build your house on the rock

In this episode Ivy discusses body image, what it takes to be successful and RHOSLC! It’s a rollercoaster and you are all welcome to join. As always, nothing is off the table. You don’t want to miss it. Stay locked in. The Future is Black! ***TW: fatphobia and body image are topics discussed in this EP* Podcast Instagram: The Future is Black Podcast (@thefutureisblackpodcast) Host Instagram: Ivy (@ink_.ivy)

01-10
30:08

EP 24. It’s a new year and the word is consistency

Happy new year!!! In this Mini Episode Ivy covers all things Goals and consistency and also gives you a sneak peak of what’s to come. We have New guests, new topics and we are also visual on our instagram this season- it’s very much so giving Rebrand!! You won’t want to miss it. Stay locked in, The future is Black! Pod instagram: @Thefutureisblackpo

01-03
14:03

EP 23. Advice with Ivz “I have no idea why my cycle messes with me so much!”

In this episode Ivy, the creator of the Future is Black Podcast gives you advice on your problems and issues with your favourite segment: Advice with Ivz, we talk all things cycle related, quarter century crisis and how to not buckle under pressure. You may be stretched and challenged through this conversation, but i promise you a lot of laughs and nothing but authenticity on this ride. You don't want to miss it. Stay locked in. The Future is Black. Pod Instagram: The Future is Black Podcast (@thefutureisblackpodcast) DM your dilemmas!! Email your Dilemmas: futureisblackpodcast@gmail.com Host Instagram: Ivy (@ink_.ivy)

07-21
17:10

EP 22. Advice with Ivz “People be telling you to have your ducks in a row.. but ducks only be swimming behind their mama chile"

In this episode Ivy, the creator of the Future is Black Podcast gives you advice on your problems and issues with your favourite segment: Advice with Ivz, we talk all things work, sexuality, body positivity and change. You may be stretched and challenged through this conversation, but i promise you a lot of laughs and nothing but authenticity on this ride. You don't want to miss it. Stay locked in. The Future is Black. Pod Instagram: The Future is Black Podcast (@thefutureisblackpodcast) DM your dilemmas!! Email your Dilemmas: futureisblackpodcast@gmail.com Host Instagram: Ivy (@ink_.ivy)

06-21
32:31

EP 21. Raheal’s mental health journey “A chemical imbalance triggered my bipolar” Ft. The Amazing Raheal

Welcome to Seson 3!! In this episode, i am joined by my amazing guest Raheal. We talk about her mental health journey, being diagnosed with bipolar and the struggles she’s faced. We dig deep and get personal as we discuss the affects medication had on her, hospitalisation, and dark times. However, we also talk about how important having a solid support system is, working through challenges and how Raheal found the light at the end of the tunnel. You may be stretched and challenged through this conversation, but I promise you a lot of laughs and nothing but authenticity on this ride. You don’t want to miss it. Stay locked in. The future is Black Podcast. * TW: We talk about Mental health issues, Bipolar and medication. We aren’t mental health professionals, if you are currently suffering with your mental health, please seek professional support* Pod Instagram: The Future is Black Podcast (@thefutureisblackpodcast) Host Instagram: Ivy (@ink_.ivy)  Raheal instagram: Raheal (@Shantixo1212) Resources: Home - Mind

06-13
01:19:46

EP 20. Work has taken me around the world “When you're no longer operating in survival mode, everything changes ” Part 2- Ft The NGO babe, my sister Nasazi

Welcome to Seson 3!! This episode is part 2 of my sister Nasazis journey into her career working in the charity sector. However, in this epsiode we dig a little deeper and get more personal talking about her feelings on Motherhood, coming out of survival mode and what her goals look like now, because they have changed.It’s a great chat and one to take notes from! You may be stretched and challenged through this conversation, but I promise you a lot of laughs and nothing but authenticity on this ride. You don’t want to miss it. Stay locked in. The future is Black Podcast. Pod Instagram: The Future is Black Podcast (@thefutureisblackpodcast) Host Instagram: Ivy (@ink_.ivy)

06-06
57:24

EP 19. A new chapter is coming… Season 3!!!

In this Mini Episode Ivy intros the new season and gives you the details on what’s to come! New guests, new topics, we are even going visual this season and it’s very much so giving Rebrand!! Stay locked in. You won’t want to miss it. Stay locked in, The future is Black! Pod instagram: @Thefutureisblackpodcast

06-01
09:49

EP 18. Advice with Ivz “How do I change the things I don’t like about myself?”

In this episode Ivy, the creator of the Future is Black Podcast gives you advice on your problems and issues on this segment: Advice with Ivz, we talk things work, blackness, the ups and downs in a relationship and change. You may be stretched and challenged through this conversation, but i promise you a lot of laughs and nothing but authenticity on this ride. You don't want to miss it. Stay locked in. The Future is Black. Pod Instagram: The Future is Black Podcast (@thefutureisblackpodcast)

05-16
38:47

EP 17. Work has taken me around the world “Your dreams are yours” Ft The NGO babe, my sister Nasazi

This episode i am joined by the most inspiring person in my life, my sister Nasazi. We talk about her career working in the charity sector, how survival gave her strength to reach her goals and how that’s all changing. It’s a great chat and one to take notes from! You may be stretched and challenged through this conversation, but I promise you a lot of laughs and nothing but authenticity on this ride. You don’t want to miss it. Stay locked in. The future is Black Podcast.

05-09
28:06

EP 16. Advice with Ivz part 2 “how do I know I’m making the right choice?”

In this episode Ivy, the creator of the Future is Black Podcast gives you advice on your problems and issues with part 2 of this new segment: Advice with Ivz, we talk all things work, sexuality, body positivity and change. You may be stretched and challenged through this conversation, but i promise you a lot of laughs and nothing but authenticity on this ride. You don't want to miss it. Stay locked in. The Future is Black. Pod Instagram: The Future is Black Podcast (@thefutureisblackpodcast) Host Instagram: Ivy (@ink_.ivy)

03-07
28:55

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