In this conversation, I sit down with Chris Abeso to explore his journey from lived experience of gang involvement, violence and crime to creating positive change within communities.

Chris shares his story, the lessons he has learned, and the work he now does supporting young people, schools, prisons and community organisations, helping to bridge the gap between disadvantage, education and opportunity.

This is not just a conversation about the streets. It’s about identity, choices, resilience, responsibility and the possibility of change.

A powerful discussion around what happens when people are given the opportunity, support and belief to choose a different path.

Join us on WeAreLoveMondays as we sit down with Sonja Leeson, a best-selling author, award-winning entrepreneur, and founder of Love Mondays. From experiencing homelessness to becoming a global tech magnet and helping six- to seven-figure businesses scale, Sonja's journey is a masterclass in resilience, vision, and purpose.

In this episode, we dive into:

✨ How Sanye overcame adversity and turned struggle into opportunity

✨ Her path to becoming a best-selling author (yes, she once knocked Elon Musk off the

charts!)

✨ The strategies she uses to help businesses thrive while staying true to values

✨ Lessons on leadership, identity, and creating a life you love

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, dreamer, or someone looking for inspiration, Sonja's story will challenge what you think is possible and show you how to embrace your journey fully.

In this powerful episode I speak with Maisha Sumah, an international multi award winning speaker, mental health expert and youth mentor, Listed 50 most inspiring black woman in the UK and the youngest mental health representative. She is also the founder of "She walks in value" and chair of VAWG Forum.

Maisha shares her remarkable journey of survival after a near death domestic violence experience, and how she transformed that trauma into a global mission to advocate for and empower.