Hey beautiful people, welcome back to Cocktails and Conversations with Deborah Babio.

In this episode, Deborah sits down with the incredible Vanessa Amadi Bonner - renowned talent manager and PR strategist who has helped shape the careers of some of the biggest names in global music and entertainment.

From starting her career working on the MOBO Awards, to launching her own successful agency, Vanessa shares the real story behind building a powerful reputation in the music industry. She opens up about navigating crisis moments in PR, working with global artists, and the importance of relationships and trust behind the scenes.

Vanessa also shares a deeply personal part of her journey - being diagnosed with cancer in her twenties and how that life-changing moment led her to step out and build her own business.

This episode is full of insight, resilience, faith and real conversation about success, purpose and longevity in the entertainment industry.

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Hey beautiful people, welcome back to Cocktails and Conversations with Deborah Babio. In this episode, I am joined by the brilliant Jamila Brown - impact strategist and founder of Light Work.

We sip on a brand new cocktail, “Jamila Tequila,” and get into the real conversation: how you can enjoy nice things and still do good for the planet. Jamila shares her unique upbringing on military bases across the world, how it shaped her view of community and equality, and the moment she took a leap that changed everything - moving to London with one suitcase and no plan.

We also talk motherhood, entrepreneurship, purpose-led work, and why progress beats perfection when it comes to sustainability. Plus, practical ways businesses and individuals can start making better choices without the guilt.

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On this episode of Cocktails & Conversations, we’re diving into the world of global storytelling, leadership, and legacy with the iconic Yvette Noel-Schure — one of the most respected publicists in the world and the force behind some of entertainment’s biggest names.

Over a spiced mocktail, Yvette takes us beyond the headlines: the mindset and discipline it takes to thrive under pressure, the responsibility of shaping and protecting global narratives, and the emotional intelligence required to lead with both strength and grace.

In a deeply personal moment, she also reflects on her upbringing in Grenada, the love that raised her, and how her mother’s mental health journey shaped her empathy, resilience, and purpose. Plus, we get into love, modern dating, and Yvette’s unforgettable real-life love story.

If you’re curious about the real work behind influence — and what it means to live with intention — this episode is for you.

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