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Seasoned Sessions

Seasoned Sessions
Leave the World Behind
Spiking
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Black Experience
I Got You Babes
Malibu
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Community
Coconut Oil
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First Aid Training
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Diversity and Inclusion
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Friendship Breakups

Seasoned Sessions is a weekly discussion where two of Seasoned’s producers – Hanifah and Ada – chat about the Black news and trending topics of the week. From music and entertainment to politics, Ada and Hanifah’s conversations delve into topics that are sometimes overlooked in media, and the Seasoned Sessions podcast will celebrate blackness in spaces where it's often uncredited. Seasoned is a ch... more

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Welcome back to Seasoned Sessions! This week, we talk about the controversy the BBC are facing after including a racial slur in the broadcast, and with also joined by Akinola Davies Jr, director of My Father’s Shadow, whose BAFTA acceptance speech wa... more

Welcome back to Seasoned Sessions! This week, we talk about Barack Obama apparently confirming the existence of aliens, Tyra Banks and the Netflix documentary, and more. Get in touch with us at ⁠@seasonedsessionspod,⁠ ⁠@adaenechi,⁠ and ⁠@its_hanifahh... more

Welcome back to Seasoned Sessions! This week, we talk about Bad Bunny’s Superbowl performance, the latest in Eni Aluko’s football pundit comments, and more. Get in touch with us at ⁠@seasonedsessionspod,⁠ ⁠@adaenechi,⁠ and ⁠@its_hanifahh⁠. Have a gre... more

Welcome back to Seasoned Sessions! This week, we talk about this year’s Grammys, the release of the Epstein Files, and more. Get in touch with us at ⁠@seasonedsessionspod,⁠ ⁠@adaenechi,⁠ and ⁠@its_hanifahh⁠. Have a great week!

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Recent Guests

Akinola Davies Jr.
Award-winning filmmaker and director
Independent Filmmaker
Episode: 258. The BAFTAs & My Father's Shadow! Featuring Akinola Davies Jnr
Jill Scott
Acclaimed singer, songwriter, and actress known for her soulful music and empowering messages.
Episode: 254. Stepping Into Joy & Defiance with Jill Scott
Adjani Salmon
Producer and actor, known for 'Dreaming Whilst Black'
Dreaming Whilst Black
Episode: 241. Talking Stages, The Mandem & Dreaming Whilst Black ft Adjani Salmon
Ayo Edebiri
Actress and comedian, known for her work in After the Hunt
Episode: 237. Ayo Edebiri, the world is burning, and why do we keep asking celebrities about who they call daddy?
Samira Wiley
Actress known for her role in Orange Is The New Black
Episode: 233. Orange Is The New Black, Handmaids Tale & Osmosis Jones featuring Samira Wiley
Damson Idris
Actor known for his role in 'Snowfall' and upcoming film about Formula 1.
Episode: 227. Happy Slaps, Cannibalism & the return of cinema featuring Damson Idris
Kristabel Plummer
Influencer and content creator, notable for her discussions on race and friendships.
Episode: 224. “Forever”, Menopause & are you less Black if you don’t have Black friends? ft Kristabel Plummer
Brian Tyree Henry
Academy Award nominee and actor
Apple TV+ for Dope Thief
Episode: 219. Atlanta, Speaking Life Into Black Artists & Dope Thief ft. Brian Tyree Henry
David Larbi
Content creator and author known for positive and mindful content.
Episode: 201. Turning 27, Self Worth and Existing With Intention featuring David Larbi

Hosts

Ada
Co-host, involved in vibrant discussions regarding culture and identity, focusing on modern societal issues affecting the Black community.
Hanifah
Co-host, noted for her insights on the Black British experience and current trends, bringing thoughtful engagement to discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 426 ratings
  • Love it!

    My weekly dose of self love

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wordy-wife
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Love listening but had to stop

    I really like this show and I want to keep listening but Ada interrupts Hanifa so much (I hope I’m getting whose name right). It got to the point where I can’t even listen to the show anymore because it makes me so frustrated. I know Ada just gets excited but it comes off as very demeaning. Hanifa’s opinions and stories are always glossed over or made to feel stupid because Ada keeps interrupting her. I noticed in the reviews that I’m not the only one who feels this. I really wish they would add... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Sidney.W.
    United States3 years ago
  • Loving this show!

    The show is great and I love their content! Seriously makes me want to visit London and have a sampling of their lives.

    I just wish Hanifah wasn’t interrupted so often, or talked over, or told her opinions are incorrect. I’d loved to hear more from her unfiltered and uncensored.

    Great job ladies! You make my day a bit sunnier!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    LadyGresch
    United States4 years ago
  • TikTok got me like

    TikTok introduces me to these lovely ladies. Love y’all from across the pond!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Siggyapolis316
    United States4 years ago
  • Love them!!

    I could listen to these women talk all day. It’s like having a conversation with friends.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ACL91
    United States4 years ago

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There are mixed reviews regarding the dynamics between the hosts, with some expressing frustration over interruptions, while others enjoy the energetic exchanges.
Listeners appreciate the engaging banter and the openness with which topics are discussed, with many feeling a connection to the hosts.
The podcast is recognized for addressing important cultural and social issues that resonate with the Black community, often bringing fresh perspectives to familiar topics.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

254. Stepping Into Joy & Defiance with Jill Scott
Q: How have you ensured that you're always stepping out of the box?
Jill mentions that her existence as an artist is an act of defiance and revolution, reflecting her personal journey and struggles with societal expectations.
254. Stepping Into Joy & Defiance with Jill Scott
Q: What have you manifested for yourself in 2026 and for those around you?
Jill expresses her desire for her mother to be safe and happy, shares her son's growth journey, and reflects on her personal happiness and relationship.
241. Talking Stages, The Mandem & Dreaming Whilst Black ft Adjani Salmon
Q: What is your favorite storyline within Season Two?
Salmon highlights Amy's storyline about black tax and the responsibilities of being the eldest sibling.
241. Talking Stages, The Mandem & Dreaming Whilst Black ft Adjani Salmon
Q: How did you feel when you got your first big directing role?
Adjani Salmon expressed feeling a lot of pressure and an obligation to carry the weight of the community.
233. Orange Is The New Black, Handmaids Tale & Osmosis Jones featuring Samira Wiley
Q: Do you feel there's pressure for actors to become spokespersons on the societal issues raised in their shows?
Wiley describes a sense of responsibility that arose when she realized the themes in her work resonated with the political climate, especially during the filming of 'Orange Is The New Black' coinciding with major political changes in the U.S.

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What is Seasoned Sessions about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly discussion featuring two dynamic hosts who explore a range of topics pertinent to the Black community. The conversations span various themes, including music, entertainment, politics, and personal anecdotes, often highlighting issues that tend to be overlooked in mainstream media. Ada and Hanifah celebrate Black culture and experiences, creating a space for critical discussions on representation, identity, and current societal events. Their engaging and relatable exchanges not only entertain but also seek to educate listeners on the complexities of the Black British experience.

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1. Here's The Thing
2. Pour Minds Podcast
3. MESS with Sydnee Washington & Marie Faustin
4. The Read
5. Decisions, Decisions

How many episodes of Seasoned Sessions are there?

Seasoned Sessions launched 6 years ago and published 268 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Seasoned Sessions include:

1. Akinola Davies Jr.
2. Jill Scott
3. Adjani Salmon
4. Ayo Edebiri
5. Samira Wiley
6. Damson Idris
7. Kristabel Plummer
8. Brian Tyree Henry

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