Untick The Box

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Untick The Box is a podcast by Milk & Honey PR. We speak to people from diverse backgrounds, who have overcome various barriers to get to where they are today and are doing important work to make their industry more inclusive. It’s a chance to celebrate wins, losses, and ultimately the moments that lead people to success, whilst sharing honest advice and insights for those looking to kick-start their careers. New episodes released on the last Thursday of every month.

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September 10, 202436 min

S2 Ep10 Ayesha Kohli, Meilin Wong & Sharad Lal (Leading with purpose)

Join the Milk & Honey team in Singapore for this episode, where our host Meilin Wong sits down with Ayesha Kohli and Sharad Lal—entrepreneur, keynote speaker, coach, and host of the 'How to Live' podcast. Together, they explore purpose-driven leadership and how to lead diverse teams effectively while staying true to yourself.Contact us on untickthebox@milkandhoneypr.com.Follow Milk & Honey PR on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

June 26, 202440 min

S2 E9 Nayantara Dutta & Meilin Wong (Designing the career you want)

In first episode from Singapore, our host Meilin Wong sits down with Nayantara Dutta, a trailblazer who has built a thriving career in the creative and sustainability sectors — without formal training in these fields.Discover how Nayantara – writer, journalist, book critic, jazz singer and Research Director at Clean Creatives (a campaign that encourages ad and PR agencies to stop working for fossil fuel clients) leveraged her strengths, embraced new opportunities, and redefined success on her own terms.Contact us on untickthebox@milkandhoneypr.com.Follow Milk & Honey PR on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

May 30, 202435 min

S2 E8 Dr Nicole Brown & Costanza Fisogni (Navigating Ableism and Invisible Disabilities in the Workplace)

Join us in this enlightening episode as we delve into the crucial topics of ableism, disability studies, and the unique workplace challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, especially those with invisible disabilities. Our esteemed guest, Dr. Nicole Brown from UCL, shares her profound insights and personal experiences, shedding light on the often overlooked aspects of disability in professional settings.

April 30, 202433 min

S2 E7 Nicole Etchart & Sianna Peal (Importance of Diversity in Impact Investing)

In this episode, Sianna Peal of Milk & Honey sits down with Nicole Etchart, the visionary Founder of NESsT, a leading force in non-profit impact investing and venture philanthropy. Nicole shares her inspiring journey from grassroots beginnings to global impact, highlighting NESsT's transformative initiatives. We delve into the importance of diversity in social entrepreneurship and impact investing, as well as Nicole's insights on navigating financial returns and social impact. Join us as we explore the intersectionality of social issues and the future of impact investing, guided by Nicole's unparalleled expertise and passion for positive change. Don't miss this insightful conversation with a true trailblazer in the field!

March 28, 202441 min

S2 E6 Kyle Soo (B Lab UK, Partnerships and Product Manager)

“Focus on joy, focus on what you can change”That was our main takeaway from our latest episode with Kyle Soo, Partnerships and Product Manager at @B Lab UK.In celebration of a B Corp Month, Maz chats to Kyle about his journey from established lawyer to being a multi-faceted Product Manager at B Lab UK, where he leads with empathy, passion and the desire to constantly change and learn. Kyle is a clear example of how people are much more than their job title. lawyer, designer and expert conversation starter, Kyle talks to how we can collectively support the emergence of a truly regenerative world that supports our social needs within environmental boundaries.Keep up to date with Kyle on LinkedInContact us on untickthebox@milkandhoneypr.comFollow Milk & Honey PR on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn

February 29, 202440 min

S2 Ep5 Maya Seth & Maryam Chowdhury (agency life and early career advice)

In this episode of Untick The Box, our very own Client Assistant Maya Seth and Senior Client Executive Maryam Chowdhury discuss how they got into PR, tips for anyone wanting to get into the industry and what they wish they knew before starting their first PR role. Maz even reveals how her amateur Photoshop skills and a dash of bravery helped her job application stand out from the rest!Listen in to hear advice from PR pros themselves, as well as some Milk & Honey gossipContact us on untickthebox@milkandhoneypr.comFollow Milk & Honey PR on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn

December 21, 202359 min

S2 Ep4 Dr Zareen Roohi Ahmed (Social enterprise and entrepreneurship)

From being the founder and CEO of Gift Wellness, the author of her new book “The Gift”, to innovation in VR technology, at the heart of Dr Zareen Roohi Ahmed’s work is empathy and the desire to make the world a better place. Gift Wellness has donated over 6.5 million period products to women in crisis, and Zareen shows no sign of stopping. In fact, she has even more plans for 2024! Listen to the full episode as she joins Maya Seth to talk about all the incredible work she is doing and how you can make your career have a positive impact on the world.Email us at untickthebox@milkandhoneypr.com for feedback, guest suggestions and enquiries!

December 4, 202351 min

S2 Ep3 - Paula Quintas (Communications and collective Intelligence)

From Brazil to Berlin, Paula's career has been as much of a firebrand as she is.A deeply passionate and purposeful leader, Paula Quintas's journey to being the Head of Collective Intelligence at BMW Foundation is nothing short of inspiring. Starting with a career in intelligent design, she has built a formidable path for herself, forged from a desire to do something truly unique and empowering, unencumbered by borders and expectations.Listen to the full episode as she joins Kovida Mehra to talk about responsible communication, what leadership means to her, and why it's not a bad time to be Taylor Swift...Email us at untickthebox@milkandhoneypr.com for feedback, guest suggestions and enquiries!

October 26, 202347 min

S2 Ep 2 - Finn Fretwell (Tattoo/handpoke artist)

This episode of Untick The Box is with Finn Fretwell, hosted by Maz Chowdhury. Finn is a hugely talented Handpoke Tattoo Artist, who runs his own business in Leeds. After growing his business from the ground up, learning about himself and others in the process, he's built an engaged community of over 10,000 people on Instagram. In the episode, we talk about everything from practicing tattooing on fruit, the trans community, how tattooing can be more inclusive, tackling the creative block to being cradled by Greg Davis...Listen to the full episode and find out more.You can find Finn at @goat.pokes on Instagram to keep up with all he does, including where to get your own handpoke from him!Email us at untickthebox@milkandhoneypr.com for feedback, guest suggestions and enquiries!

September 28, 202348 min

S2 Ep 1 - Sudha Singh (Communication and ESG)

Welcome to the second season of Untick the Box podcast. For our very first episode, we are thrilled to speak to Sudha Singh, founder of The Purpose Room and the Elephant in the Room podcast. Sudha is also Chair of the PRCA Ethnicity & Inclusion Advisory Council(EIAC) and a founding member of the PRCA Race and Ethnicity Equity Board(REEB). In this chat, we discuss her work in the ESG space, and how her career has taken shape through the years.Hosted by Kovida Mehra and produced by Maya SethContact us at untickthebox@milkandhoneypr.com for any feedback or questions.