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I've spent the summer tuning into my inner voice, my intuition has to lead me to stillness and movement but mostly investigation. Of everything! Being '' spirit-led '' or following my intuition has never felt so hard, mainly because we have never been exposed to so much information. The pandemic has set the scene for fear-based thinking and staying open isn't always easy.  In this episode, I explore what intuition is, how I follow mine, and the stories and circumstances that I know intuition has influenced. The two books I mention in the Podcast are ; The more beautiful world that our hearts know is possible by Charles Eisenstein Intuition: The Highest Rung Of the Ladder of Consciousness - Osho And there is a book that I did not mention but listened to while writing this, it was:  Intuition and The Mystical Life by Caroline Myss and Clarissa Pinkola NB - Given these divisive and sensitive times, I would live to make it explicitly clear that this episode is about the exploration of intuition in the age of fear. It can be applied to many subjects but feels relevant now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When thunderstruck at the start of this recording I knew we would be in for a ride.  I spoke with my friend, Giselle LeBleu Gant about being an artist and a woman in these times. She opened up about falling out of love with America and into hope and Joy with Ghana and Uganda. We found ourselves laughing through languish as we searched for the words to describe how we rise from the ashes and find ourselves.  There are a few audio glitches in this ep, but I think the stories will carry you through.  Giselle is an Actor, writer, and Teacher. She lives between California and Ghana Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In part two of our conversation, Sian opens up about the call to action she felt in 2020 during the Black Lives Matter Movement. We talk about finding compassion, white privilege, meeting people where they are, and the importance of action and speaking up. Sian also shares stories from her childhood that shaped who she is. Really enjoyed this vulnerable exploration. You can find Sian here on Instagram and at Hot Pod Yoga London Host: Mondo Moments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sian Goff is an Actor, Writer, and Yoga Teacher. She has been teaching for over seven years and practicing for twelve, Sian is currently a lead teacher at Hot Pod Yoga. As an Actor, Sian has worked across T.V, film, and theatre, and appeared in Idris Elba's T.V comedy In the long run. In part 1 of our conversation, we talk about the call from the mountains that led Sian to do her teacher training & the mental challenges of balancing two passions. We also begin to unpack the trickery of the ego in both industries and the work of integrating all aspects of ourselves. Host Mondo @MondoMoments  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

thello De’Souza-Hartley is a mixed media artist based in London. His artistic mediums include photography, film, performance, sound, drawing, and painting. He received an MA in Fine Art from Camberwell College of the Arts and previously studied photography at Central St Martins. Othello’s work explores identity, emotions, masculinity, gender, and the changing perception of the black body. I sat down to speak with Othello on a blustery Friday morning, he shared tender stories of his family life that made me understand him a little more.  His creative Mother encouraged him to explore art and stay open and his Dad taught him about attention to detail and quality work. Unfortunately, in 2020 Othello lost his Dad to Covid-19, we talk about how his untimely passing inspired him to ensure he lives his life to the fullest.  We also discuss being visible and invisible in the UK, creating work in Uganda, and not waiting for outside approval or acceptance as a creative. You can see some of the work we talk about on Othello's Instagram HERE  Host: Emilyne Mondo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In June 2019 I decided to see what would happen if I stopped drinking alcohol for a while. Nearly two years later and I'm still going. After a lot of reflection, I realised that the timing of this decision has been life-changing. I believe I was in the position that so many people may find themselves in. This grey area before 'needing AA or battling severe addictions problems ' while at the same time having a feeling that things could get worse and a hope that they will change. In this episode I share a bit of my story and why I think space ' Before AA ' is sacred.  10th - 16th May marks mental Health awareness week. If you or someone you know is struggling please know you are not alone. Here are some resources:  https://www.samaritans.org/ https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/ In this episode, I mention Sober Girl Society - https://www.instagram.com/sobergirlsociety/ Written and Read by Emilyne Mondo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I found these words after moving through emotions with awareness and guidance. It felt important to express this message: Maybe our ancestors embedded the codes in our Hips.  This is dedicated to my sister Sandra Mondo and all my cousins: Chantelle (Happy Birthday) Cynthia, Sheila, Doreen, Esther W, Esther C, Josie, Sheba, Jackie, and Stella.  And to my Amazing mum and her sisters - Auntie Florence, Auntie Sarah, Auntie Janet, Auntie Norah, and Auntie Yaya - Thank you for holding us.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On April 20th 2021 ,a jury in Minnesota found Derek Chauvin Guilty on three counts of murdering George Floyd. It is the first time in Minnesota history that a police officer has been found guilty of the murder of a black man. While it is history, it is not justice. It is overdue accountability and the very first steps to a change that African Americans have been fighting for. This horrific murder sent shockwaves around the world and sparked the largest protests we have seen since the civil rights movement.  This meditative reflection is a space to breathe and be still. The pandemic year that kept us in our homes also allowed a stillness that enabled us to witness this moment.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Dr. Kuku is vulnerable and raw in her exploration of her personal growth and the moments that really sparked change in her life and career. She also shares her thoughts on fertility treatment and pearls of wisdom about asking for help when you need it and not being afraid to create a world of freedom that suits you. The life coach she mentions is Naomi Cambridge. The book I reference is The Artists Way by Julia Cameron. Dr. Kuku is on Instagram here This episode was hosted by Emilyne Mondo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr Stephanie Kuku is nothing short of exceptional. She is currently a Senior advisor and consultant in Clinical AI at the World Health Organisation’s Department of Digital Health & Innovation. I wanted to meet the soul behind the science - In this episode Dr Stephanie shares stories from the delivery room, reflections on her early career in medicine and thoughts on cancer treatment and prevention post pandemic. ( And of course LIFE!)  Extended Bio   Dr Kuku has over 15 years of clinical and research experience and has trained and worked in the NHS/HCA as a surgical oncologist specialising in women's cancer's. During her clinical career Dr Kuku sat on council of a National Cancer Society (BGCS) and was awarded numerous International travelling fellowships to; Memorial Sloane Kettering Cancer Centre in New York, Cancer Hospital Pernambuco in Brazil, and Centre du Cancer Oscar Lambret in France. Dr Stephanie Kuku is an angel investor and sits on a Healthcare investment committee, advising on deal flow and due diligence. She contributes to advisory boards across the health sector and provides advisory consultancy to a range of organisations and is a regular speaker on validation of health technology and has hosted a US podcast (HLTH) on themes around technology and the future of health. Dr Stephanie Kuku on Instagram Host: Emilyne Mondo @Mondomoments  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This deep dive with the musical icon Shingai Shoniwa is very special. In moment's it feels like channeling and other times it’s a call to courage. Shingai walks with her ancestors in heart and music, she grounds this truth beautifully by expressing ‘’I’ve got voices in me, I’ve got people behind me that I have to honour. Whether I like it or not. If you don't honour your ancestors my personal belief is you're not really honouring yourself.’’ The lessons and wisdom in this episode are liberating and uplifting. If you have not listened to Upcycle and Recycle your pain with Shingai, please listen to that episode first! - This is the bonus AND continuation. This episode was recorded before International Women’s Day, so the video for Too Bold is out now - you can watch it here  Follow Shingai here The hashtag for the Too Bold Challenge is #TooBoldChallange A way of being free - By Ben Okri Here Host and Producer: Emilyne Mondo : Mondo Moments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mondologue's are brief moment's of storytelling, reflection and free thinking from your host Emiyne Mondo. They will appear on the podcast from time to time, normally at the end of each season. In the first ever Mondologue Emilyne give's you a brief insight into the moment's that changed her life; from the disconnection in London that lead to New York. And moving from acting, modelling, activism and yoga then right back home to community and storytelling.  Host: Emilyne Mondo : Mondo Moments Producer: Zoe Anderson : Zoe Sounds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices