The Magnify Conversations

What happens when your dream career becomes real — and the weight of it is heavier than expected?In this episode, we sit down with Lala Akindoju, acclaimed casting director and co-producer of global films including Iwaju and The Black Book. Lala shares what it’s taken to build a career she’s proud of — while juggling motherhood, grief, burnout and the pressure to always deliver.From navigating industry expectations to holding onto integrity and faith, this conversation is a raw and honest look at what it really costs to build a career that matters — and why she’s still committed to showing up.STAY UP TO DATE WITH OUR GUESTFollow Lala at https://www.instagram.com/lalaakindoju/?hl=enSTAY UP TO DATE WITH US AT MAGNIFY Visit our website https://www.magnifycollective.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@MagnifycollectiveFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/magnifycollective/SUPPORT OUR VISIONDonate to Magnify https://account.stewardship.org.uk/gift/start/magnifyMUSICThe music intro on our podcast is from Music BedHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information 

What happens when a casual side hustle becomes a global business — and you realise it was never random?In this episode, we sit down with Lisa Omeleh, founder of Class Les, a luxury fashion concierge brand serving hundreds of high-end clients around the world. Lisa shares how what started as a favour for friends turned into a thriving company — and how God’s prompting changed everything.From navigating unexpected growth to embracing structure, scale and spiritual conviction, this conversation is an honest look at building a business when you didn’t plan to — but now can’t imagine doing anything else.Join us for Ep 74: The Business You Build With God Hits Different.STAY UP TO DATE WITH OUR GUESTFollow Lisa at https://www.instagram.com/adutomuvie/STAY UP TO DATE WITH US AT MAGNIFY Visit our website https://www.magnifycollective.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@MagnifycollectiveFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/magnifycollective/—SUPPORT OUR VISIONDonate to Magnify https://account.stewardship.org.uk/gift/start/magnify—MUSICThe music intro on our podcast is from Music BedHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information 

Pursuing a dream sounds exciting — until life gets in the way. But what if the obstacles aren’t a reason to delay, but the very soil where obedience grows? In this episode, we explore what it looks like to say yes to a God-given calling in the midst of uncertainty, limitation, and a life that’s already full.We sat down to hear the powerful story of a woman who launched a creative vision while navigating a life-threatening diagnosis, motherhood, and financial pressure. From a cancer diagnosis in her twenties to a supernatural encounter that changed everything, she shares how faith shaped her purpose — even when the timing made no sense.What does it mean to trust God over the perfect moment? Join us in the Magnify Studio for Ep 74: Faith, Timing & Saying Yes to the Dream.STAY UP TO DATE WITH OUR GUESTFollow Bruna on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/brunalorhana/STAY UP TO DATE WITH US AT MAGNIFY Visit our website https://www.magnifycollective.comWatch our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@MagnifycollectiveFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/magnifycollective/—SUPPORT OUR VISIONDonate to Magnify https://account.stewardship.org.uk/gift/start/magnify—MUSICThe music intro on our podcast is from Music BedHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information 

Mental health, faith, and identity are topics often discussed separately—but what if the most powerful healing happens when they come together? In this episode, we explore how our spiritual life can shape our emotional wellbeing, how therapy and theology can work hand in hand, and what it really means to rewire our thoughts through truth, not trends.We sat down with Jo Hargreaves, a psychotherapist and founder of Faith Filled Therapy, to talk about nervous system regulation, generational trauma, and the healing power of the Bible. With insight, warmth and honesty, Jo shares how we can all pursue wholeness—body, soul and mind.What does inner healing look like in real life? Join us in the Magnify Studio for Ep 72 ‘God, Therapy & Identity’ with Jo Hargreaves.STAY UP TO DATE WITH OUR GUESTFollow our Jo on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thefaithfilledtherapist/STAY UP TO DATE WITH US AT MAGNIFY Visit our website https://www.magnifycollective.comWatch our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@MagnifycollectiveFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/magnifycollective/—SUPPORT OUR VISIONDonate to Magnify https://account.stewardship.org.uk/gift/start/magnify—MUSICThe music intro on our podcast is from Music BedHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information 

Friendship is one of life’s greatest gifts—but as we get older, it can also become more complicated. Shifting priorities, distance, and unspoken expectations can make maintaining deep friendships harder. Yet with faith, grace and intentionality, strong friendships can continue to flourish in every season. In this episode, we explore the challenges of adult friendships, the power of healthy boundaries, and how faith teaches us to show up with love and maturity.We sat down with Dami Opaleye to hear her honest reflections on building lasting friendships, letting go when needed, and creating community rooted in grace.What does real friendship look like when life keeps changing? Join us in the Magnify Studio for Ep 71 ‘Friendship and Faith’ with Dami Opaleye.STAY UP TO DATE WITH OUR GUESTFollow Dami on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dee_opaleye/STAY UP TO DATE WITH US AT MAGNIFY Visit our website https://www.magnifycollective.comWatch our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@MagnifycollectiveFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/magnifycollective/SUPPORT OUR VISIONDonate to Magnify https://account.stewardship.org.uk/gift/start/magnifyMUSICThe music intro on our podcast is from Music BedHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information 

Abuse can be hard to identify—especially when it’s emotional, subtle or masked as love. For many women, the cycle of confusion, control and shame becomes normalised. But faith, healing and truth have the power to break even the most hidden patterns. In this episode, we unpack the layers of emotional abuse, explore how to rebuild your sense of identity, and talk openly about how God meets us in our pain.We sat with Rehema Muthamia to hear her honest story of escaping an abusive relationship, and how she found freedom and peace again.What does real healing look like when the pain runs deep? Join us as we are joined the Magnify Studio for Ep 70 ‘Healing after an abusive relationship’ with Rehema Muthaima.STAY UP TO DATE WITH OUR GUESTFollow our Rehema on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/rehemamuthamia/STAY UP TO DATE WITH US AT MAGNIFY Visit our website https://www.magnifycollective.comWatch our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@MagnifycollectiveFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/magnifycollective/—SUPPORT OUR VISIONDonate to Magnify https://account.stewardship.org.uk/gift/start/magnify—MUSICThe music intro on our podcast is from Music BedHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information 

‘I thought I’d be married at 24. Instead, I met my husband at 39.’What happens when life doesn’t go as planned? How do you stay hopeful when you feel like you’re falling behind?In this episode, we sit down with Julia Strachan, a passionate advocate against modern slavery, to talk about her unexpected journey to love, navigating singleness, and embracing God’s timing.Julia shares the journey of blending families, the heartbreak of waiting, and the lessons she learned about trusting God—even when the wait felt unbearable.If you’ve ever wrestled with questions about love, marriage, or waiting well, this conversation is for you.Join us for Ep 69 – ‘Marriage Came Later in Life for Me ft. Julia Strachan’ as we explore faith, relationships, and purpose. STAY UP TO DATE WITH OUR GUESTFollow Julia on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/juliastrachan_/STAY UP TO DATE WITH US AT MAGNIFY Visit our website https://www.magnifycollective.comWatch our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@MagnifycollectiveFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/magnifycollective/—SUPPORT OUR VISIONDonate to Magnify https://account.stewardship.org.uk/gift/start/magnify—MUSICThe music intro on our podcast is from Music BedHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information 

Navigating a cancer diagnosis is an unimaginable challenge, especially as a young mother. At Magnify, we’re passionate about having open, honest conversations about life’s toughest seasons and how faith can anchor us through uncertainty. Whether you’ve faced a similar journey or simply want to hear an inspiring story, this episode will uplift and encourage you.We welcomed our guest Nellie Robert Gbadebo to share her story of being diagnosed with breast cancer at 26, how she found strength in her faith, and why she chose to document her journey publicly.How do we face adversity while balancing family, work, and our personal identity? Join us in the Magnify Studio for Ep 68 ‘Diagnosed with Cancer at 26 ft Nellie Robert Gbadebo – My Journey of Strength and Purpose.’STAY UP TO DATE WITH OUR GUESTFollow Nellie on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/vintynellie/STAY UP TO DATE WITH US AT MAGNIFY Visit our website https://www.magnifycollective.comWatch our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@MagnifycollectiveFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/magnifycollective/—SUPPORT OUR VISIONDonate to Magnify https://account.stewardship.org.uk/gift/start/magnify—MUSICThe music intro on our podcast is from Music BedHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information 

The dating world is wild. At Magnify, we’re well acquainted with how daunting and overwhelming it can be, particularly when you’re in your 30’s and 40’s. If we’re currently on the dating scene or considering it, we definitely welcome wise, measured advice from trusted friends and mentors. In this episode, we got the low down from a matchmaker not only on how to date well, but how to lead with values and not just preference.We welcomed our friend Ale Siekmeier to share her experience, opinions on community, dating in a big city, and personal healing. How can we build genuine connection and be in healthy romantic relationships that have the right perspective? Join us as our hosts Rachel Calland and Sinead Minkah are joined by our guest Ale in the Magnify Studio for Ep 67 ‘I’m a matchmaker: Tips for dating well’.STAY UP TO DATE WITH OUR GUESTFollow Ale on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ale_siekmeier/STAY UP TO DATE WITH US AT MAGNIFY Visit our website https://www.magnifycollective.comWatch our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@MagnifycollectiveFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/magnifycollective/—SUPPORT OUR VISIONDonate to Magnify https://account.stewardship.org.uk/gift/start/magnify—MUSICThe music intro on our podcast is from Music BedHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information