Author: Praise Afolabi
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There’s something quietly powerful about turning ordinary moments into beauty. About sitting at a table, threading beads together, and somehow creating a piece that makes someone else feel seen, elegant, and proud. That’s the magic behind Glamorous by Bea, a handcrafted accessories brand founded by Edinburgh-based creative, Beatrice, who has built a business that’s as […]
Every creative journey begins with a whisper the kind that interrupts your plans and redirects your life. For Florence, the founder of Flosverse, that whisper came during a quiet time of prayer. It wasn’t a grand vision or a five-year plan. Just one word: flow. That simple word would eventually grow into a creative […]
There’s a moment in many creative careers when something that began as necessity quietly becomes a calling. For Taiwo Yusuf, founder of Trendy Florals, that moment started with a WhatsApp status and a paper flower wall. Seven years on, Taiwo speaks on HeartSong Live Radio with calm honesty about how a DIY project for […]
When you hear their voices, there’s a calm assurance that comes through. It’s the tone of people who’ve seen God take something small and turn it into something enduring. As we continued the Made in Scotland series, celebrating brands and stories shaping Scotland’s creative and business scene, with a conversation that felt less like an interview […]
In a world where many dreams are left behind at the airport gate, Augusta, the founder of Molly’s Couture, arrived in Scotland with hers neatly folded in her luggage ready to be worn, reimagined, and shared with the world. For some, moving to a new country means starting over. For Augusta, it meant continuing what […]
In Scotland today, fashion is not just about fabric and design; it’s about identity, expression, and the stories woven into every stitch. Among the vibrant voices redefining style is Nikieo Couture, a Black-owned brand that beautifully blends African heritage with modern sophistication. This feature is part of Made in Scotland: Brands You Should Know, […]
In Scotland today, creativity is being redefined by a wave of diverse entrepreneurs whose stories reflect resilience, culture, and passion. Among them is Rayzfine, a Black-owned fashion brand that blends African heritage with contemporary Scottish style. Featured in the “Made in Scotland: Brands You Should Know” series on HeartSong Live Radio, Rayzfine is not […]
In today’s fast-paced world, where trends rise and fall at the speed of light, the question we must all face is this: are we building something that will last, or are we simply chasing the moment? With the explosion of artificial intelligence, particularly tools like ChatGPT, many people are uncertain some embrace it as a […]
In a world where attention spans are short and stories often compete for seconds of our time, one filmmaker has dedicated his life to crafting narratives that both inspire and endure. Dr Craig Forrest, award-winning filmmaker, author and mentor, joined Shape, Faith and Influence Media to share the heart behind his work, his new […]
Some voices don’t fade with time; they grow deeper, richer, and more powerful. Highgate Gospel Choir, once a pioneering name in the UK’s gospel scene of the 1980s, is proving exactly that. After decades away from the spotlight, the choir has returned with a renewed sense of purpose, reminding us that when God places […]
Leadership is not just about position or authority, it is about influence, service, and the courage to connect others to opportunities beyond themselves. Yet being a leader often comes with sacrifice. To lead is to carry weight, to be tested, and sometimes to be misunderstood. Few capture this paradox of leadership better than Reverend Yemi […]
