Toya Talks Podcast
Toya Talks is where culture, courage, and career collide.
Created for Black women first and inclusive of allies, this podcast unpacks the realities of the workplace through the lens of culture, life, and global events. From pay gaps and strikes to leadership, politics, and authenticity, each episode explores how the world around us shapes the way we live and the way we work.
Toya goes beyond surface conversations to deliver bold truths, necessary lessons, and unapologetic strategies that empower listeners to navigate the workplace with clarity and courage.
If you’re ready to rethink work, reclaim your brilliance, and be part of conversations that matter, this is your space.
Toya Talks: Bold truths. Real strategy. For us all.
- Update frequency
- every 13 days
- Average duration
- 78 minutes
- Episodes
- 191
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
Diane Abbott
The world can be unkind, and for Black Women, the sting of racism and microaggressions is a harsh reality. I share a potent blend of personal stories and societal critique, focusing on …
Always Show A Thankful Heart
Ever felt the weight of expectations tipping the scales against your authentic self? I've wrestled with the same challenge, longing for societal acceptance while yearning to embrace my …
Hot Topics: Ressa Tessa | Wendy Williams and Porsha Williams Gurbodia
From the viral tales of Ressa Tessa on TikTok to the tumultuous life lessons from the Wendy Williams documentary, we take an unflinching look at the importance of recognising red flags …
When the Messenger is Monique.
Ever questioned the value of your voice in a world that seems to echo with others' expectations? This episode turns the spotlight on the empowering art of personal branding, and the ten…
PEACE. The most underrated most valuable requirement in the workplace.
Bouncing back from a job rejection can feel like an enormous task, especially when you're juggling the complexities of life's many roles. As a full-time mom nursing swollen glands, conj…
Assertiveness in the Workplace and the New Era of Flexibility
I've always believed that embracing your true self is a rebellious act of self-love, especially when the world tries to carve you into something you're not. This belief echoes through t…
The 2024 Working Mom: Navigating Success on Your Own Terms
Ready to challenge societal norms and redefine success on your own terms as a working mom? Buckle up as we tackle the complex world of balancing work and motherhood, shedding light on t…
End of Year Wrap Up 2023
As the year comes to a close, I find myself in a poignant reflection of the personal and societal transformations that have left an indelible mark on 2023. The landscape of the UK has b…
DILEMMA Episode : How do I unsign a contract?
This is a Dilemma Episode.
This episode contains x6 dilemmas.
As we delve deeper, we share impactful tales of overcoming discrimination and hostility in the workplace. One listener shares…
Behind the Mic: An Introspective Look at Black Women in Podcasting.
What happens when a key member decides to leave a popular podcast? We had an up-close look at the dynamics of The Receipts Podcast as Milena announced her departure. We shed light on th…
Suella Is Not Brave
Number 10 Downing St is the HQ. For us mere mortals it represents organisations we work for. Suella Braverman is an employee. The sacking of Braverman is more than an angry boss letting…
DILEMMA Episode : My manager wants me to cancel my one week course to attend his Team Meeting Away Day.
This Episode contains x2 dilemmas.
- My manager wants me to cancel my one week course to attend his Team Meeting Away Day.
- She disliked me all along - Confrontation?
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It Is Not Always Paramount
Spot Light Episode:
In this episode we will be discussing Tyler Perry and his bid to own BET Network. We take the learning lessons from this discussion into the world of work. Knowing yo…
DILEMMA Episode : Unlawful Deduction of Wages
This is a dilemma episode covering x2 dilemmas on of which touches on the topic of ‘Unlawful deduction of Wages’.
The Employment Rights Act 1996 (ERA) protects workers/employees from un…
Silent Treatment
In this episode we discuss the abusive and manipulative technique of the 'Silent Treatment' adopted by some managers and colleagues in a position of any scrap of power.
This is also a di…
God Is In The Neighbourhood
The workplace has never been a safe place and is not a safe space for Black Women. Being pregnant places women in a vulnerable position, your hormones are raging, your body is changing …
Battle of the Egos - Dilemma Episode
This is a dilemma Episode. - An organisation offered this woman a role and from there demonstrated so many red flags that included reducing the salary twice.
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Don't Schedule Meetings After 4PM
In this episode we discuss a recent article by Rani Molla ‘Don’t Schedule meetings after 4pm’.
https://www.vox.com/technology/23802010/hybrid-work-meetings-flexibility-managers
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The Chase
In this episode I will be adding to the previous financial literacy episode ‘Financial Nakedness’ https://open.spotify.com/episode/3l7O845zB2GEAX9haPozSr?si=1V8ht_96TcGUIDNdnsw09w
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Credit Suisse
Following on from the previous episode ' I like Money' I needed to do this episode. We are in a cost of living crisis which I believe is a fancy way of saying 'recession'. Others would …