In this episode, I’m joined by another lovely guest, my friend Awele Nwachukwu! We discuss our “instant noodle bond” formed through our local swimming club, living in the same neighbourhood, and shared experiences growing up as firstborn daughters in our respective Nigerian households.

Expect honest convos, a little laughter, and some food for thought.

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Awele is a Nigerian qualified pharmacist living in Scotland, with a postgraduate diploma in dermatology. She’s passionate about healthcare, skincare, and helping people feel confident both inside and out! You can find her on LinkedIn.

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Resource Round-Up:

• The Pharmacy from Ola Labib | Channel 4 Comedy Blap

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You can follow Sister Station on our socials: LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, BlueSky and Threads: https://linktr.ee/sisterstation

And you can find your host, Muminah, on LinkedIn, Instagram & YouTube: https://linktr.ee/minahsmusings

For more information about Be the change. Media Network, find us on Instagram or visit our website.

In this episode, I’m joined by another lovely guest, my friend Zarin Khan! We talk about how we met, our respective STEM backgrounds and shared love for reading and writing. We also explore the literary representation of Muslims and people of colour, as well as the challenges of pursuing projects publicly without letting the fear of judgement and societal expectations weigh us down.

Expect honest convos, a little laughter, and some food for thought.

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Zarin is a British-Bangladeshi chemical engineer with a background in pharmaceuticals, who also loves to write stories! She has recently won the Faber Academy Scholarship and is studying the 'Finish Your Draft' 2025 course, designed to support writers to finish their first draft and hone their editorial eye. When not writing, she can be found at the gym, punching a boxing bag and daydreaming about what it would be like to be six foot tall and buff.

Zarin is also going to be starting her own podcast, called This Stays Between Us, centred on uplifting South Asian voices and telling the stories stitched into womanhood. You can find her on LinkedIn and Instagram @this_st4ys_between_us.

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Resource Round-Up:

• Lia's Guide to Winning the Lottery by Keren David
• The Pharmacy from Ola Labib | Channel 4 Comedy Blap
• Black Girls Write Too (@bgwritetoo)
• Salutation Road by Salma Ibrahim.

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You can follow Sister Station on our socials: LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, BlueSky and Threads: https://linktr.ee/sisterstation

And you can find your host, Muminah, on LinkedIn, Instagram & YouTube: https://linktr.ee/minahsmusings

For more information about Be the change. Media Network, find us on Instagram or visit our website.

In this episode, I’m joined by my very first guest, my lovely cousin Ibtihaaj Koleoso! We talk all things Uni, placement years, and reflect on the realities of navigating higher education and the world of work as Black Muslim women.

Expect honest convos, a little laughter, and some food for thought.

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Ibtihaaj is a British-Nigerian student, entrepreneur, baker, and occasional poet, with a genuine love of learning and curiosity. You can find her on LinkedIn and Instagram @ibteaandcake.

You can follow Sister Station on our socials: LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, BlueSky and Threads https://linktr.ee/sisterstation

And you can find me on LinkedIn, Instagram & Youtube: https://linktr.ee/minahsmusings

For more information about Be the change. Media Network, find us on Instagram or visit our website.