Isla and Friends Live! Tune in every Wednesday at 12 noon as your host, Islammiyah Kadejo The Radio Girl, chats with her friends about everything from personal relationships and individual journeys to important societal issues.
Each episode brings a mix of light-hearted, fun conversations and deeper, inspirational stories that aim to offer hope, laughter, and meaningful insights.
Whether it’s sharing everyday moments or tackling life’s bigger challenges, Isla and her friends are here to inspire and entertain you!
Don’t miss out on the conversations that matter—mark your calendars for our first episode on 2nd October!
Listen to missed episodes below:
Episode 1. 02/10/2024 In this first episode of Isla & Friends Live, Isla sits with her friend Esther Abbah, a Psychotherapist and Counsellor to talk about life, work, parenting, grieving, racism, mental health, self-care and more. They played a card game, an exciting twist. Enjoy, and remember to share.
Episode 2. 09/10/2024 In this episode Isla sits with her friend Fahmeda Naheed Osman. Fahmeda works in different capacities and roles a s a trainer, intercultural dialogue facilitator, translator, community, and researcher. They played a card game, an exciting twist. Fahmeda asked Isla when last she cried... you really want to hear that. Enjoy, and remember to share.
Episode 3. 16/10/2024 In this episode Isla sits with her friend, a remarkable leader but also a close and dear friend—Helen Ogbu. Helen made history as the first Black Councillor in Galway, and share a unique bond with Isla, not just as the first set of Black women to run in the local election in Galway, but also as passionate community workers and development activists. Enjoy, and remember to share.
Episode 5. 30/10/2024 In this episode Isla hosts her incredible friends the Live Queenz - Dineo Moiloa-Murphy, Khadijah Shamte, and Ashleigh Chingwaro. Their personal stories and commitment to uplifting others through community engagement and sisterhood are nothing short of inspiring. Enjoy, and remember to share.
Episode 6. 06/11/2024 In this episode Isla hosts her friend Seun Grace Atiroko, a community leader, marketer, ans mom of 7. Enjoy, and remember to share.
Episode 7. 13/11/2024 In this episode Isla hosts Salome Mbugua, a remarkable advocate and champion for women’s rights. Listen to their conversations and be inspired. Enjoy, and remember to share.
Episode 8. 4/12/2024 Isla chats with another friend on her show today - the incredible Dr. Dineo Moiloa-Murphy—Specialist Emergency Physician, Consultant, and founder of @live_queenz an empowerment platform highlighting Afro-Caribbean success stories. Enjoy, and remember to share.
Episode 9. 18/12/2024 Isla sits with another friend on her show - Britney Oulo, aka BossQueen. Enjoy the conversation as the BossQueen shares stories about her roots in Tanzania, running her fashion brand Oulitclothing, and founding the impactful charity Humanity4Sisters. Britney’s story is one of empowerment and purpose. Listen below or watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/live/5yny-2rIVOI?si=zQl0DLA02FcFW77L Enjoy, and remember to share.
Episode 10. 15/01/2025. In this episode, Isla sits with Khadija Shamte, an inspiring leader, a cabin crew professional, the 1st Princess and Ms. Charity 2023 of the Africa UK/IE pageants, and a passionate advocate for women and youth. Listen below, or watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/live/ThKJfyi9vlc?si=mhRIz5UD-AKyerks Enjoy and remember to share.
Episode 11. 29/01/2025. In this episode, Isla sits with the amazing Moradeun Oduwole and they talked about Moradeun's journey, the power of sisterhood, women’s empowerment, parenting, woman of impact, and balancing faith, family, and purpose. Listen below, and watch on https://www.youtube.com/live/s3FS00-5QM0?si=nn020wHShl2soSRV YouTube. Enjoy and remember to share.
Episode 12. 05/05/2025. In this episode, Isla sits down with another incredible friend, Lorraine Lally—a passionate disability advocate, legal expert, and community leader from Galway. Listen below, and watch on YouTube. Enjoy and remember to share.
