Technology, Business Trends and Future of Work | The Sonya Barlow Show
The Sonya Barlow Show is a podcast about the future of work, technology, and business trends, hosted by entrepreneur, author, and keynote speaker Sonya Barlow. Each episode features interviews with industry leaders, innovators, and experts alongside practical insights on career confidence, leadership, and networking. The show also covers emerging AI trends and how they shape modern workplaces, drawing on Sonya's own experience as a South Asian female entrepreneur with ADHD. Listeners get career development advice and life lessons aimed at building confidence and professional growth.
Episodes
Neuroscience Behind Play: Why Early Experience Shapes Future Skills | Sonya Barlow x LoveEvery
The Power of Play: Jessica Rolph of LoveEvery & Sonya Barlow explore creativity and joy in children's early years, the neuroscience behind play, how these principles can be applied to adult life skills, the influence of technology on skills and how to balance motherhood with business.Sonya shares her personal journey into motherhood, discussing the challenges of balancing work, business and family
Will AI Replace Human Connections? | Business Networking, Mentorship, Women in Technology, Leadership
Sonya Barlow and Suzanne De Janasz explore the evolving landscape of business networking, mentorship, and the impact of technology on human connections. They discuss the importance of diverse networks, the role of technology in facilitating connections, and the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The conversation emphasizes the need for meaningful relationships in the workplace and the bala
Why Women Are Losing Ambition At Work? McKinsey WorkPlace Report, Future Of Work & Human Connections
Sonya Barlow interviews Anastasia Petrova, a VP at DeepKey, discussing the challenges women face in the workplace, the importance of networking, and the evolving role of technology in building connections. They explore the ambition gap (McKinsey & Lean In), barriers to women's advancement, and the significance of community and mentorship in fostering career growth. The conversation emphasi
Women Are Using AI Less, Will Their Careers Suffer? | Resilience, Career Change & Entrepreneurship | The Sonya Barlow Show
In this episode of the Sonya Barlow Show, host Sonya Barlow engages in a deep conversation with Michelle Niziol, a successful entrepreneur and former contestant on The Apprentice. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of career changes, the importance of building business relationships, and the role of resilience in entrepreneurship, especially in the era of AI.Michelle shares her insights on e
The Role of Social Media in Luxury Watches : Rolex, Patek, Audemars Piguet | AI in Business & Human Connections
In this episode of the Sonya Barlow Show, host Sonya Barlow engages with Sam Rayner of Chrono Hunter to explore the luxury watch market, the impact of social media, and the role of AI in business. They discuss the growth of the luxury watch resale market, the importance of building relationships in a digital age, and provide insights for aspiring entrepreneurs. Sam shares his experiences in the in
Is AI Stealing Our Work? My Book, My Job, My Future 🤖 | Tech News
Sonya Barlow talks Tech News on AI, Artificial Intelligence, identity representation, and the Future of Work with Reid Hoffman, cofounder of LinkedIn. Is AI stealing our work? Sonya's book is being pirated, and success is given to a White Woman thanks to ChatGPT. From conversations with school students from Alleyn School in Dulwich fearing job losses, to the ethical dilemmas of AI stealing boo
3 days in Timisoara Romania | What to eat do and see in Timisoara (72 hours in Romania)
Travel to Timisoara Romania | What to eat, do and see in Timisoara Romania. This is my first time visiting Timisoara Romania and before going, I realised there was little information about Romania so I made this 10-minute vlog. 72 hours in Timisoara Romania Travel Vlog for Solo Travellers.I spent 3 days in Timisoara Romania as I was invited to the Tech Talks Conference with keynote Garry Kasparov.
AI Robots Replace Lazy Humans? Tech News: Amazon, Microsoft, IWD 2025 & Luxury Travel Market with Sonya Barlow
Will AI Robots Replace Lazy Humans? No more sick employees or quiet quitters - Robots WILL replace lazy humans. The future of work is changing, where artificial intelligence AI agents are replacing human jobs, tech is driving hyper-personalized travel, and biases in hiring remain challenging, despite pledges around investing in women in technology. The question is: How do we stay ahead? Sonya Barl
How to ACTUALLY Use AI to Future-Proof Your Career with Sonya Barlow
🚀 How to ACTUALLY Use AI to Future-Proof Your Career 🤖 Hi, Sonya Barlow here! Want to stay ahead in the AI era? In this video, I’ll break down how you can use AI in your career and daily life—from cool AI tools to the skills you need in tech.🔹 What you’ll learn:✅ What AI really is (in simple terms)✅ 5 easy ways to learn about AI in your industry✅ The best AI tools to boost your productivity✅ The f
24 hours in Qatar | What to See Eat and Enjoy in Doha Qatar
In this video, I spend the day in Doha Qatar, so 24 hours in Doha (stopover) with tips on what to see, what to eat, how to travel and recommendations as a solo traveller in Doha, Qatar for 24 hours. This video is perfect if you are visiting Doha for a stopover or have limited time between business meetings in the City of Doha in Qatar.00:00 - Is Doha worth the visit?00:30 - How to spend a day in D
How AI is Changing Indian Accents, Scraping Art & Taking Jobs 🤖 | Discussing Tech News
AI is transforming the way we work, create and communicate - but are we ready for what’s coming? In this episode of Tech News That Got Me Thinking, I, Sonya Barlow – founder of LMF Network, author, and presenter – discuss the latest AI trends, controversies, and breakthroughs shaping our future and break it down to consider what this actually means for AI and for us.🚨 What We Cover in This Episode
3 days in Singapore like a local - Things to eat see and do in Singapore
3 days in Singapore like a local - I spent 3 days enjoying Singapore between my travels to Indonesia and Malaysia. In this vlog, I share a 3 day Singapore itinerary with what to see do and eat, plus lessons from locals who live in Singapore and general Singapore travel thoughts which will make the difference when you are stopping over in Singapore for a short trip. Singapore Travel Thoughts00:11 -
Travelling to Maldives on the Seaplane | Is the Seaplane worth the Cost in the Maldives? Travel Episode with Video
In this vlog-style episode, I talk you through my experience travelling to the Maldives and enjoying the seaplane.
Seaplane in Maldives | The guide to the Seaplane in Maldives. The Seaplane experience in the Maldives is famous, but why is there such little information online? This video is your guide to the Maldives Seaplane experience, including the seaplane lounge, seaplane terminal, luggage i
How has Fintech changed in the last 10 years? | Jaidev Janardana, Zopa
How has Fintech shifted in the last few years? | Jaidev Janardana, CEO of Zopa. Sonya Barlow sits down with Jaidev Janardana, CEO of Zopa to discuss the history of Financial Services and Technology (Fintech), a day in the life of a CEO, how to kickstart your fintech career and how customers influence the services of a financial business. This interview was conducted in November 2023 at the Web Su
What is marketing in the time of tokenisation? | Live Panel Discussion
Delve into the tokenisation digital transformation with this panel of experts and discover how tokenisation is reshaping consumer engagement and influencing marketing strategies. Uncover how brands utilise tokenised assets to create unique customer experiences, foster loyalty, and drive innovative campaigns. Hosted by Sonya Barlow for WebSummit Qatar 2024.
**Speakers:**
Bozena Rezab, Co-founder
What's the Future of Blockchain? | Anton Derlyatka, Sweatcoin
What's the Future of Blockchain? Sonya Barlow interviews Anton Derlyatka, co-founder of Sweatcoin, in a live session at WebSummit 2023. Join Sonya and Anton as they delve into the future of technology, NFTs, artificial intelligence, blockchain, and the future of work. Tune in for a hearty discussion with a live audience.
Connect with Sonya:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonyabarlowuk/Ti
How AI will influence creativity? Hovha'nnes Avoyan, Founder of PicsArt
Hovha'nnes Avoyan, Founder of PicsArt, sits down with Sonya Barlow, Entrepreneur and Presenter at Websummit 2023, to discuss the story of PicsArt, the future of creativity, and the shift towards artificial intelligence. Discover how Hovha'nnes' daughter inspired the initial idea behind PicsArt, a billion-dollar business. Plus, explore insights on how AI will influence creativity.
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Women in the Workplace | Claudia Mendes Silva, Siemens | IHG Hotels, Portugal
Sonya Barlow chats with Claudia Mendes Silva, who looks after EDI for Siemens. In this conversation, Claudia and Sonya talk about Women in the Workplace, their work experience, entering the corporate landscape, life as a woman in technology, negotiating your worth, how mentorship can change your life and the local destinations you should visit in Portugal. Claudia is a Portuguese native who has wo
"Confidence is a muscle" Diipa Khosla, businesswomen with 2 million followers shares her Life Lessons with Sonya Barlow
🎤IG live Interview with @diipakhosla for @indewild - “Confidence is a muscle” with Sonya Barlow3 thoughts ✨- know your values- ask for help & stay learning- take people on the journeyWhat did we discuss?• how to start a business• is content creation relevant for business• how to overcome imposter syndrome• confidence tips• what is venture funding• what @diipakhosla learnt about herself during
How to raise investment as a Female Founder | Peony Li, Founder of Jude Healthtech
How to raise £ 4 million as a female founder | Sonya Barlow interviews Peony Li, founder of Jude Bladder Care who raised money for her business in bladder, which we joke Kris Jenner made famousIn this episode, we talk to Peony Li, the founder of Jude, on: female health tech starting a business from your home raising money during the pandemic how to start a business how to raise money and funding
How comedy helped my corporate career | Ginnia Cheng
Sonya Barlow sits down with Ginnia Cheng, a corporate worker by day and comedian at night. They discuss all things from working at Google to finding balance, going into comedy and building confidence. This is an authentic and reflective conversation between two women of colour striving for better lives.
Connect with Ginnia - https://www.instagram.com/ginnypie/
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Gut health, mushrooms & Motherhood | Rhian Stephenson, Artah Health
Sonya Barlow sits down with Rhian Stephenson, the Founder and CEO of Artah Health to learn about the link between gut health, happiness and long life, discuss the benefits of good foods like blueberries, mushrooms and ashwagdana, and routine whilst balancing a growing business and motherhood.
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Lessons of Life, Failure and Philanthropy | Royal Highness Princess Lamia Bint Majid Al Saud
Sonya Barlow sits down with Princess Lamia of Saudia Arabia [Royal Highness Princess Lamia Bint Majid Al Saud] to learn from life experience on failure, business and philanthropy. Princess Lamia shares her approach to women working, motivation and technology whilst balancing motherhood and mental health. This is a conversation like never before - a fresh perspective from the world's royalty.
Life Skills You Learn Working Abroad | Stela Cuesta, Lisbon, Portugal
Sonya Barlow sits down with Stela Cuesta in Lisbon to discuss how she went from Emirates Air Hostess to Tech Intrapreneur, the Life Skills you learn working abroad, why she moved from Dubai to Portugal and what are the key skills we need to thrive in the technology industry today.
Things we discussed:
Finding a job in Dubai
Working for Emirates Airlines as an air hostess
Networking and busin
How is technology changing the fashion industry? Zofia Zwieglinska, Glossy Mag
Sonya Barlow chats to Zofia Zwieglinska, Glossy Magazine, about the future of technology and fashion, how companies use Web3 to excite customers, and why sustainability in fashion is a current trend. In this 30-minute interview with a glossy fashion journalist, we ask what technology, fashion, journalism, Web3, and sustainability are.
Connect with Zofia - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zofia-zwieglin
The Freelancer Mindset | Joana Pais x Sonya Barlow | IHG Hotel, Lisbon
AD |Sonya Barlow sits down with Joana Pais to discuss the freelancer mindset, her top networking tips, the future of work, and things to see in Portugal. Joana started her career in luxury travel before moving into technology, which means the skills she transferred made her more employable. In this episode, Joana shares her golden nuggets of never being without employment, finances, or a curious
A beginners guide to business travel | Jamie Haerewa, Lisbon
Sonya Barlow chats to Jamie Haerewa, co-founder of Agile HRO, to discuss business travelling, gaining work experience, being a corporate girlie in a man's world, and how mentorship can change your life and how to start your business remotely. In this episode, learn how to be a successful businesswoman, how to navigate travelling for work, top tips when starting a business, what to see in Portu
Things to do in Lisbon Portugal | Sandra Colaco, Intercontinental Lisbon [luxury travel]
AD| Sonya Barlow meets Sandra Colaco, The Director of Marketing from Intercontinental Lisbon, to learn from her professional insights, discover Lisbon's hidden gems, and stand out with your professional brand. Learn what to see in Lisbon, things to do in Lisbon, Portugal, the day in the life of marketing managers, secrets to living a luxury life, and the power of mentorship.
Things we cover :
How Entrepreneur Jane Gideon went from building a Sports platform to writing about Saddam Hussein
In this episode, Sonya Barlow sits down with entrepreneur Jane Gideon, who created one of the first sports analytics platforms, WellPlayed Sports, rubbing shoulders with NFL stars and footballers like Messi before stepping back and entering the scriptwriting space. She is currently writing about a Sri Lankan family and their experience as hostages with Saddam Hussein.
Key Moments
03:00 - From st
Why Women in Tech Must Rebel | Brenda Darden Wilkerson, AnitaB.Org
Sonya Barlow interviews Brenda Darden Wilkerson, CEO of AnitaB.Org, on all things technology, women in technology and leadership. Learn how women of colour can enter technology and thrive as women in tech when women need to stop asking for pay raises and why rebellion is required if the technology change is to occur. This 20-minute conversation is a must-watch for all women in the technology sect
How to build a billionaire dollar business with Yashish Dahiya, PolicyBazaar
Sonya Barlow sits down with Yashish Dahiya, PolicyBazaar, to discuss how technology is revolutionising the Indian market, how to build a billion-dollar business, lessons he wishes he knew at the start of his journey, the Indian marketplace and where the insurance industry is heading now that we are coming out of the covid 19 pandemic. Yashish built India's largest insurance aggregator valued a
Big sister career advice with Ivy Kodjovi
Sonya sits down with Ivy Kodjovi to talk about being the eldest sister in a black family, figuring out the job you love, working for Stella McCartney, questioning your faith, working for businesses and being a lucky girl.
Grab your chai and let the sisters give you the life advice you wish you had in your twenties!
Key moments
01:30 : Introduction to Ivy : HR, people, fashion, eldest child syndr
Building an Ultra App - tech trends, regulations and scaling in the Middle East
Sonya Barlow sat down with Abdallah Abu-Sheikh & Aspa Lekka at Web Summit Qatar on ultra apps, regulation and the future of innovation. Interestingly, some of the companies they spoke about are now being investigated by the EU for potential breaches of the Digital Markets Act (DMA).
This is a broader discussion we had at Web Summit Qatar.
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Tech trends, how to build an app., how to
Media Trends in 2024 - Career Advice with HelloMag's Editor Melanie
Sonya Barlow interviews HelloMag's editor Melanie on how to enter the journalism industry, press trips, social media management, mental health and networking for opportunities. Plus, she has advice and recommendations for wellness and lifestyle in London.
Video Chapters:
01:41 - Journalist Good & Bad Press Trips
04:00 - Press Trip in Turkey
05:00 - How to find unique angles for writing
How to be a successful desi business woman | Nileeka Bose, BollyCo
How to be a successful desi businesswoman with Nileeka, the founder of BollyCo
Sonya Barlow sits down with Bollyco founder Nileeka Bose to discuss how she started her Bollywood business, dancing with the stars, balancing work with motherhood, teenage years and being a brown desi woman in the UK.
- Being a desi women
- Starting a business
- Bollywood industry
- Bollywood dances
- Motherhood
- Ho
How to make money in 2024 : jobs, mentors, tech | Carlotta Zorzi - Chapman
How to make more money in technology: Women in tech, money and confidence /Sonya Barlow
Sonya sits down with Carlotta to discuss :
- What is the technology industry
- How to ask for help
- What skills the tech industry needs
- Will AI take our jobs
- The impact of mentorship
- Studying abroad in Scotland and studying in the USA
- Confidence and curiosity
- Negotiating your salary
- Leadership in
Kate Hennessy, Australia | How to find your niche and network as a travel, music & arts journalist | Tea with Sonya
How to find your niche and network as a freelance journalist in the music, art and travel space with Kate Hennessy.
Tea with Sonya is a series hosted by Sonya Barlow, interviewing people globally on all things travel, tech and upcoming trends in their industry.
In this episode, Sonya Barlow (UK) sits down with Kate Hennessy (Australia) to discuss -
- How to transition from your history degree
Ginny Roberts : How to start a travel business whilst working in finance and bootstrapping money | Tea with Sonya Barlow
Sonya Barlow talks to Ginny Roberts, the founder and CEO of Karry London, about building a travel business over the pandemic, investing her own money, learning from failure, working in finance and finding freedom. Tea with Sonya with Ginny Roberts.
Topics: money, travel, tech, finance, sustainable, black women.
Karry London sponsored this episode -
Products – The Karry London
Katie Strick : How to enter journalism, travel for free, find friends and work for The Evening Standard London | Tea with Sonya Barlow
How to become a senior features writer at the Evening Standard with Katie Strick. Sonya Barlow sits down with Katie Strick to discuss her journey into journalism, the right way to pitch for commissions, overcoming imposter syndrome, finding friends and launching her new podcast, London Love Stories.
This podcast episode discusses : London, Travel, Business, Money, Salary, Writing, Journalism, Pre
Just Ivy Africa : Viral on YouTube, Money, Taboo topics and Motherhood | Tea With Sonya Barlow
Tea with Sonya is an interview show hosted by Sonya Barlow whilst she travels the world. In this episode, Sonya sits down with viral youtuber and content creator Just Ivy Africa to discuss all things social media, taboo topics, Kenyan relationships, friendships, failure, money hacks and raising a family as a single mother.
What do we discuss?
- What are business, entrepreneurship and foundership
Cris Njoki : Bad Business Decision, Family Deaths & Building A Fashion Brand with No Money | Tea with Sonya Barlow
In this episode, we sit down with Cris Njoki and learn how she overcame family hardships and lost all her funds to become one of Kenya's most successful fashion household names. We touch on social media, influencing and community.
What is Tea with Sonya?
Tea with Sonya is a 6 part-series interview show hosted by Sonya Barlow whilst she travels the world.
What do we discuss?
- What are busi
Kalondu Musyimi : Overcoming failure, entering media, fake names and KISS100 | Tea With Sonya Barlow
In This episode, we sit down with Kalondu Musyimi to learn how she went from being a village to being a KISS 100 Presenter, Overcoming Rejection, Embracing her Birth Name and Showing up as her Full Self Online.
What is Tea with Sonya?
Tea with Sonya is a 6 part-series interview show hosted by Sonya Barlow whilst she travels the world.
What do we discuss?
- Presenting on Live TV and Radio
- Bl
Georgina Kirungo : How to Start a Business Overcome Rejection in the Kenyan beauty industry | Tea With Sonya Barlow
Tea with Sonya is a travel and trends based interview show hosted by Sonya Barlow whilst she travels the world. Season 1 is filmed in Nairobi, Kenya.
Sonya sits down with the business owner and mother, Georgina Kirungo, to discuss her life as a business person, how she's overcome failure, working as a mother and the fertility journey.
What do we discuss?
- What are business, entrepreneurship
Sanjeev Jandu: bitches, nepotism and building a media agency in Kenya | Tea With Sonya Barlow
Sonya Barlow sits down with Sanjeev Jandu, founder of Breathe Media and Heir to Zucchini Grocers. We discuss how she started her business, studying in the UK, fake friendships and failures, nepotism with her father's connections and dealing with an ongoing health scare.
What is Tea with Sonya?
Tea with Sonya is a travel talk show founded and hosted by Sonya Barlow. Season 1 is filmed in Nairo
Wandia Gichuru: Starting a fashion business, becoming a celebrity and the Lions Den Kenya | Tea With Sonya Barlow
Sonya sits down with Wandia Gichuru to discuss her business Vivo, changing the fashion industry and taking it slow as a business person who is well known as an investor in Lions Den, Kenya.
What do we discuss?
- What are business, entrepreneurship and foundership
- The challenges of being a woman running a business
- Money not being a drier
- Fashion in Kenya
- How to balance life, work and busin
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