Metaphorically Speaking with Delia Dolor

Eagles Fly Alone, But Sheep Flock Together - Episode 21

Ray 'Ben' Studevent was a mixed-race childwhose unique look led him to fight a racialidentity crisis his entire life. Each time he entereda room, he had to decide whether it was better tobe Black or White. His personal and careerjourneys ebbed and flowed, taking him to prison,fatherhood and gigs in comedy clubs, modellingand stock-market research.
On this episode, Ray talks to Delia abouthow, being born to a White, heroin-addictedmother and a Black, violently alcoholic fatheraffected his life. And how his latest book, “BlackSheep” dedicated to his aunt Lemell, whobecame his mother, showed him that althoughhe loved and appreciated her, he regrets hedidn’t show her just how much when she wasalive.
 
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'Change is Mandatory for Extraordinary Results' - Episode 20

This week on Metaphorically Speaking with Delia Dolor, the metaphor is, “Change is mandatory for extraordinary results.” Guest, Jamie-Lee Abtar is a professional globetrotter and marketer.
Jamie-Lee Abtar is well versed in topics such as diversity, inclusion and community engagement and uses her knowledge around the world to reach chosen audiences and educate others. 
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'Pull the Wool over Someone's Eyes' - Episode 19

This week Delia, ‘pulls the wool over your eyes’ as she explains where the expression, ”Pull the wool over someone’s eyes” originated from. Will you be able to ‘catch her out?’
Here’s a hint…the 17th Century…wealthy Brits…
Her guest, Dione Martin, wrote a book about an emotional journey that leads her main character to discover her true roots and the secret she not only uncovered but was forced to keep and along the way pulled the wool over many eyes.
 
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'Money Makes The World Go Round' - Episode 18

“Money makes the world go around!” That’s the metaphor chosen by Delia’s guest, comedian and writer, Geoff Schumann. Chosen as Delia’s special guest for our Father’s Day programme, Geoff delivers some home truths and tough love handed down by his father that he’s fathered his sons by.
 
Geoff’s message focuses on what it really means to be a father and an absent one, in modern society. Listen in to his incredible story and be inspired, fathers day can be a time of reflection for all and this weeks podcast will defiantly remind you of some of your favourite memories with family members. 
 
 
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'Every Moment is a Fresh Beginning' - Episode 17.

This week Delia talks to award-winning CEO, author, designer, and relationship and lifestyle strategist, Rainie Howard, who has made it her mission to help others evolve through lessons of love, wellness and wealth consciousness. Author of Addicted To Pain and You Are Enough, Raine tells how her chosen metaphor, “Every moment is a fresh beginning” has affected her life. 
 
She has been featured on FOX, alongside her husband of 17 years offering guiding advice to couples finding it difficult to connect during the pandemic. 

'Where words fail, Music Speaks' - Episode 16

Welcome back to another episode of Metaphorically Speaking with Delia Dolor! On this weeks episode we are joined by music producer, BJ Sam with our metaphor being chosen specifically by him - 'Where words fail, music Speaks'.
BJ Sam is an international trailblazing musician who brings music stars and professional vocalists from all the continents of the world together for international projects and collaborations. He is currently working on a new global song. You’ll hear it, and hear why BJ Sam believes that music unites the world.
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Failure is not an option - Clare Villar

“Failure is not an option!” Was always on Delia’s guest’s mind during her career producing Rolls of Honour.
Clare Villar is a multi-award winning, internationally recognized Military Artist and successful female entrepreneur. Her handcrafted unique artwork is being commissioned to commemorate prestigious events around the world. Crisis management has tried her patience and she tells Delia how.
 
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'Life is Like an Onion' - Seme Eroh.

On this week’s episode of Metaphorically Speaking with Delia Dolor we journey into the art of story telling and our unique, but interesting metaphor 'Life is like an onion'.
Brought to us by our guest this week - Seme Eroh has an incredible outlook on life and it’s something she brings to her writing. Seme is a skilled author with an amazing story. We discuss why she choose this metaphor and what lead her to become the person she is today. 
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Episode 13 - Life in the Fast Lane - Carol Glenn

Hello and welcome back to Metaphorically Speaking with Delia Dolor!
On this week’s episode we are joined by racing instructor Carol Glenn. 'Life in the fast lane' is our metaphor, and as the metaphor suggests, this episode is truly about living life in the fast lane as we tell you the origins of the saying and more!
Carol’s story is one for the ages as we look into her past and how F1 changed her life - from teaching the top F1 drivers to becoming the first woman of colour to wave the chequered flag – this episode is not one you'll want to miss out on! 
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'Thats Not PC' - Dr Karen Stollznow

'Thats Not PC'
On this week’s episode of Metaphorically Speaking with Delia Dolor we are joined by  Dr Karen Stollznow - author of 'On the Offensive: Prejudice in language, past and present' and 'Language Myths, Mysteries and Magic'. Delia talks to her about online communication and where the line should be drawn when talking about others. Dr Stollznow explains what led her to write her latest book, and how language has changed throughout the years. 
Join us for a very interesting episode as we discuss the history of this metaphor and how it can be adapted in modern day life. You’ll want to give this one a listen! 
 
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