The Alpha Girl
The Alpha Girl is a modern media platform that explores character formation through deep conversations. It brings different women into the same room to share their stories and the steps they took to build success behind the highlight reel. While the platform centers women, the ideas explored are universal and apply to anyone on their journey of becoming.
Episodes
Angel Investor: How to Get Money for Your Business (For Beginners) | Rupa Popat
It’s time to talk about how *expensive* building a business is. Today we’re speaking to Rupa Popat, angel investor, founder of venture capital firm, Arāya Ventures and ex-banker. She has invested millions into businesses specifically backing female founders. We’re talking about everything from setting goals before you hit 30, the 'golden handcuffs’, failing businesses and our relationship wit
7-Figure Beauty Brand: How I Built a Million-Dollar Business | Kameese Davis
What does it take to grow a haircare brand to millions?This week’s Alpha Girl is Kameese Davis, Founder of Nylah’s Naturals and in this episode she’ll be speaking about turning down a £50,000 investment offer from Dragon’s Den and growing a haircare brand that is now worth millions.We’ll be discussing the reality of being a 7-figure business owner, the hair industry as a whole, the trauma that is
How to Figure Out What You Actually Want to Do With Your Life | Zing Tsjeng
This week’s Alpha Girl is Zing Tsjeng. Zing Tsjeng is a journalist, freelance writer, podcast host and previous Editor-in-Chief of VICE when it went from a $5.7 billion to bankruptcy. In this episode she'll be sharing how she found the right career for her, navigated industry collapse and learning to separate identity from your job title.We also talk about the reality of building a multi-hyph
Improve Your Speaking Skills and Become More Articulate | Amira Mansour
Communication is one of life’s most important skills, yet most of us were never taught it.Our Alpha Girl this week is Amira Mansour, a Communication Coach & public speaker who specialises in the art of conversating. From how to win any argument to negotiating a pay rise, Amira shares her top tips to becoming an influential speaker and articulate yourself better so you can dominate any room. Ta
Kelechi Okafor: How to Stop Seeking Approval & Speak Your Mind
Kelechi Okafor talks becoming dangerously confident, not caring what people think and building a life no one can control on The Alpha Girl podcast.Actor, host of the Say Your Mind podcast, author and public speaker Kelechi Okafor is one of the most outspoken voices in Britain. In this episode we get into what it really takes to own your voice, rebuild your confidence in the face of online hate and
Community Expert: How to Build Real Lifelong Friendships As An Adult | Daisy Morris
Today’s guest is Community Expert and Founder of Selfhood, Daisy Morris.If you’ve ever struggled to make friends as an adult or want to build a supportive, like-minded community, this episode will give you the tools to start doing exactly that.We’ll be discussing what it takes to actually find your ‘tribe’, how to build deep, authentic friendships that go deeper than surface-level interactions and
How to Turn Your Skills Into Real Financial Freedom | Finance Matters UK
Today’s guest is Chartered Accountant and Founder of Finance Matters UK, Fisayo Martins.In this episode, we’ll be talking all things money, money, money. From answering audience dilemmas to dissecting: renting vs home ownership and whether entrepreneurship or a 9-5 job is the best strategy for building wealth in today’s economy.Fisayo also shares the story behind launching Finance Matters UK, beco
LinkedIn’s #1 Creator: How to Build A Personal Brand That Generates Millions | Lara Acosta
Today’s guest is LinkedIn’s #1 Female Creator, Lara Acosta.In this episode, we dive deep into the reality of personal branding and what it actually takes to build a million-dollar personal brand from nothing. Lara breaks down the mindset shifts, and consistency behind her success.Lara opens up about growing up in Mexico as an only child, navigating rejection early in her career, and how she transf
Celebrity Stylist: How to Upgrade Your Style Completely in 2026 | Alizé Demange
Our guest on today's episode is celebrity fashion stylist Alizé DeMange and together we'll be exploring how fashion and personal style can be used to reinvent yourself in 2026.Alizé also shares her journey into the fashion industry, what it really takes to become a celebrity stylist, and her experience styling our faves from Maya Jama to Cleo Sol. We go behind the scenes of red carpet st
How to Stay Mentally Strong | Therapy with Danielle Bottone
For our 13th podcast episode, we spoke to therapist and mental health expert Danielle Bottone to dissect the rising mental health problem a lot of people are currently dealing with. From the impact of social media and the increase in parasocial relationships to the decline of community, we break down what's really affecting our generation. Danielle also shares her top therapist-backed tips an
How To Save & Invest For Beginners: The ‘Frugal Chic’ Mindset | Mia McGrath
In this episode, we sit down with finance creator Mia McGrath to break down the money habits that actually make a difference. From saving and investing for beginners to building long-term wealth, Mia shares how the ‘Frugal Chic’ mindset transformed her approach to money and why she’s confidently planning to retire at 40. We dive into practical steps for becoming financially literate, the psycholog
From Beyoncé to Disney: How Vamp PR Built An 8-Year Empire | Christina Okorocha
In the latest episode of The Alpha Girl podcast, we sat down with co-founder of VAMP PR Agency, Christina Okorocha to discuss the story of VAMP, one of the biggest cultural marketing agencies to come out of the UK.From working with Beyoncé to pitching for Disney, Christina explored the highs and lows of running a business and the secret formula to building longevity.This episode is for anyone look
Boost Your Confidence In LESS Than 10 Minutes!
In this short solo episode, host Kumba Kpakima opens up about her personal journey to self-confidence, sharing five powerful tips that helped her develop her self-esteem and confidence over the years.Confidence isn’t just about how you look or sound, it’s about the mindset shifts and daily habits that transform how you see yourself and what you believe you can achieve.If you’re ready to start feel
How To Heal The Right Way (What No One Tells You) | Tamu Thomas
Do you feel stuck in the same patterns no matter how hard you try to change? Healing sounds inspiring to many, but what does it actually mean? If this resonates, this episode of The Alpha Girl Podcast was made for you.In this powerful conversation, we sat down with author, speaker, and life coach Tamu Thomas to dive deep into the truth about healing and why so many people never fully experience it
How To Nail Any Job Interview And Level Up Your Career | Thandi 'Tee' Rose
Are you job hunting and tired of facing constant rejections? Then this episode is made for you.We sat down with corporate influencer Thandi ‘Tee’ Rose to talk all things career enhancement, from resumes to the 9-5 grind and more. Thandi went from earning a 27K salary to hitting 100K in just five years, and she’s here to spill all the tea on how she did it. From insider tips on job applications to
Marketing 101: Turning Passion Into a Six-Figure Business | Nokuthula Hatoongo
If you’ve got a passion or an idea but no idea how to turn it into a real source of income... this episode is for you.For the latest episode of The Alpha Girl pod, we spoke to marketer and cultural strategist Nokuthula Hatoongo, who turned her love of watching TV ads into a six-figure agency that helps brands connect with underrepresented audiences through culture. She breaks down the mindset, str
From Five Guys to Forbes: Shola West’s Unfiltered Success Story
For the latest episode of The Alpha Girl, we sat down with Gen-Z career coach, Shola West, for an unfiltered, real, and straight from the heart conversation to unpack the ‘dark side of success’, the side people rarely talk about. We opened up about the emotional weight of being a young breadwinner, the sacrifices that come with putting your career first, and the pressure that comes with constantly
How to Change Your Life & Level up FAST | Mindset Shifts Edition
If you want to level up your life but don’t know where to start, this episode is for you.In her first-ever solo episode, Kumba, founder of The Alpha Girl, gives advice to anyone chasing their dreams and looking to completely level up their life.From letting go of your desire for external validation to owning who you are unapologetically, these are the mindset shifts that helped her create real, la
How To Pivot In Your Career & Build Your Dream Life | Abbianca Makoni
If you've just quit your job and are not sure what to do next, this episode is for you.In this episode, we speak to ex-journalist and founder Abbianca Makoni to learn more about life after quitting your ‘dream job’. From micro-aggressions to burnout, we discuss the many things that led to her leaving the corporate world for good and deciding to start her own business. We discuss rebuilding yo
How Much Do Creators Get Paid? The Truth About Making Money Online And Pay Gaps | Charlotte Stavrou
In this episode, we speak to Charlotte Stavrou, content creator and founder of influencer marketing agency SevenSix. We talk all things social media, from MySpace days to the creator economy today, which is seeing more creators build successful careers and businesses online. We get into the pay gap between Black and white creators, which led to the creation of SevenSix's Influencer Pricing Re
How to ACTUALLY become more emotionally intelligent | Haja Kamara
In this episode, we have an honest & open conversation about ✨emotions✨, inspired by a recent study from researchers that revealed the link between suppressed anger or sadness and physical illness in women. We speak about our own experiences of dealing with anger, sadness, and happiness, and the ways we’ve learned to express them.This is for anyone who struggles to deal with their emotions and
Losing friends in your 20s & how to attract the right people | Haja Kamara
If you’re in a season where you’re rethinking the friends you keep around you, this one is for you. In the very first episode of The Alpha Girl Podcast, Kumba Kpakima sits down with Haja Kamara for an honest conversation about friendships. From outgrowing friends in your 20s, to unlearning people-pleasing, setting boundaries, and attracting healthier friendships, this episode covers everything you
