

This week on SL Conversations, Charlotte Collins is joined by best-selling author, journalist, and podcast host Elizabeth Day for an insightful conversation on embracing failure, the evolution of success and the challenges of modern dating. As the creator of the hit podcast How to Fail, Elizabeth has spent years exploring the power of setbacks and resilience. Now, she’s launching How to Date – a new podcast delving into the highs, lows and everything in between when it comes to love and relationships. In this episode, the two discuss the inspiration behind How to Fail and what Elzabeth has learned from it, why modern dating needs a new approach and the Good Dating Pledge – plus, what’s next for her in 2025…
In the final part of our miniseries, Sherri Andew is joined by two skin experts, Dr. Ifeoma Ejikeme and Dija Ayodele to discuss the main skincare concerns Black women face – from hyperpigmentation to dry skin – as well as how much money Black women really spend on beauty products. They also share which new treatments and ‘tweakments’ will be big in 2025, before answering your quick-fire questions…
In this second instalment of our mini series, Sherri Andew is joined by two professional make-up artists, Joy Adenuga and Esther Appiagyei. Together, they discuss the importance of representation for diverse people and how the beauty industry can become more inclusive. They also share the make-up techniques everyone should know, along with their current favourite products and brands. Plus, Joy and Esther answer your quick-fire questions…
In the first instalment of this new mini series, SL’s Sherri Andew is joined by two experts to dive deep into the world of Black and textured hair. She’s joined by professional hair stylists Jennie Roberts and Mimi Koné to talk about why hair is so important for diverse women, what the beauty industry needs to do to be more inclusive, and how to look after textured hair. Plus, they share their product recommendations and answer your quick-fire questions…