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Driven By Us

Driven By Us

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Welcome to the Driven By Us podcast! We are here to showcase talents from under represented & ethnic minority backgrounds working in Automotive & Motorsport, particularly across STEM and Media. We have been, and will be, speaking to some of the biggest names across the industry - driving change! Each week we'll be hearing from a new guest, as we're here to share their stories, and hopefully along the way inspire the next generation.


Season 1 hosted by Cayana Freeman, Debbie Nakakande, Amber Jones & Savannah Thomas.


Season 2 hosted by Debbie Nakakande, Nina-Jade Paul, Savannah Thomas & Shanna Raj

Real stories from real role models!


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Season 1 - Editor - Maddie Rome

Season 2 - Editor - Eddie Melbourne , UX/ Design - Theo Tagualo , Photography - Jordan Chapman

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  • Billy Jeans | Hosted By Debbie Nakakande | S2 E3
    Jun 30 2025

    Billy Jeans is a British motorsport engineer currently serving as a Trackside Power Unit Engineer at Red Bull Racing.


    He joined the team in 2024, just after the summer shutdown, and quickly became an integral part of their championship-winning season. With only two days to prepare before his first race, Billy embraced the challenges of Formula 1, contributing to Red Bull’s success.


    Before his tenure at Red Bull, Billy gained valuable experience at Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains. He began with a 12-month placement in 2015, working on the Energy Recovery System (ERS) build, and later returned as an Electronics Engineering Graduate after completing his MEng in Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Brunel University. At Mercedes, he was involved in the development of control electronics for their Formula E program


    Billy’s journey from student engineer to a key player in top-tier motorsport showcases his dedication and adaptability in the high-pressure world of Formula 1.


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    41 mins
  • Amber Jones | Hosted by Nina-Jade Paul | S2 E2
    Jun 23 2025

    Amber Jones is a motorsport presenter, media trainer, and diversity advocate, returning as a guest after co-hosting Season 1 of the Driven By Us podcast.


    She’s presented for top motorsport platforms including WTF1, GT Cup Championship, Ferrari Challenge UK, and Daytona Motorsport, covering circuits like Silverstone and Brands Hatch.


    In 2024, she was part of the presenting team for the Ferrari HP Esports Series Grand Final in Abu Dhabi.


    Amber also leads media training workshops for young drivers, notably with the More than Equal program, helping female athletes build confidence and authentic self-representation in the paddock and beyond. Her mission: open the doors of motorsport to the next generation especially young women on and off the track.


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    53 mins
  • George Imafidon MBE | Hosted by Nina-Jade Paul | S2 E1
    Jun 16 2025

    George Imafidon MBE is a humanitarian engineer, entrepreneur, and advocate for diversity in STEM. Raised in Peckham, South London, George co-founded and leads Motivez, an award-winning organisation that has empowered over 9,000 underserved young people in the UK to access STEM opportunities. His commitment to social impact earned him the Diana Award in 2019.


    In motorsport, George serves as a Race Engineer for X44 Vida Carbon Racing, the Extreme E team founded by Sir Lewis Hamilton. He also contributed to the Hamilton Commission, aiming to increase Black representation in UK motorsport. Recognised for his contributions, George was named the Royal Academy of Engineering’s Young Engineer of the Year in 2022 and received an MBE in 2023 for services to engineering, technology, and young people.


    In 2023, George became the Non-Executive Director of Driven By Us, a community interest company co-founded with James Dornor. Driven By Us aims to empower aspiring leaders from ethnic minorities and underserved groups within the automotive and motorsport industries. Under their leadership, the organisation has established the first recognised ethnic minority-led motorsport community within the UK, providing a transformative platform for inclusivity and representation.


    About Nina-Jade Paul:

    Nina-Jade Paul is a dynamic sports presenter and broadcaster, specializing in motorsport with a particular focus on Formula 1. Represented by Loudspeaker Talent Agency, she is recognised for her assured and energetic on-screen presence, and is considered an emerging talent in the field. Her career has seen her work closely with Ferrari, including serving as a pit lane reporter for the Ferrari Challenge series in the United States. In addition to motorsport, she has a background in football broadcasting, showcasing her versatility and ability to engage audiences across different sports

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    58 mins

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