The B Side

Khadiee Afflick - Radio Producer & Music Marketer

From getting her start in community radio to working across BBC Radio 2, 6 Music, then ultimately landing at BBC Radio 1Xtra, the ever-so entertaining producer and music marketing consultant Khadiee Afflick tells Saskia about doing things her way, and how curiosity leads to major success. Please leave a rating, share a comment and subscribe!  You can also follow The B Side on Instagram: @thebsidemusicpod [https://www.instagram.com/thebsidemusicpod/]. To contact Saskia, send an email to: thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com [thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com]. For more information about Be the change. Media Network, find us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bethechangemedianetwork/] or visit our website [http://www.bethechangemedianetwork.com/]. The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Be the change. Media Network or its partners.

Kojo Samuel

Ever wondered who directs the music on Glastonbury headliner performances, the New Year's Eve Fireworks display or even a Tiny Desk concert? BAFTA award-winning music director Kojo Samuel chats to Saskia about MDing for the likes of Stormzy, AJ Tracey, Sugababes, Eurovision UK, and his upcoming work with THE Lily Allen. Please leave a rating, share a comment and subscribe!  You can also follow The B Side on Instagram: @thebsidemusicpod [https://www.instagram.com/thebsidemusicpod/]. To contact Saskia, send an email to: thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com [thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com]. For more information about Be the change. Media Network, find us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bethechangemedianetwork/] or visit our website [http://www.bethechangemedianetwork.com/]. The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Be the change. Media Network or its partners.

Saskhia Menendez & the Trans Charter

In the first 2026 episode of The B Side, Saskia talks to the award-winning artist, mentor and activist who was inducted into the Roll of Honour Women in Music 2023 and Global Recognition Award for Music (2024), Saskhia Menendez. In this insightful conversation, Saskhia M. discusses setting up the Trans Charter, and the work she does to inspire and advocate for the trans community within music. Please leave a rating, share a comment and subscribe!  You can also follow The B Side on Instagram: @thebsidemusicpod [https://www.instagram.com/thebsidemusicpod/]. To contact Saskia, send an email to: thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com [thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com]. For more information about Be the change. Media Network, find us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bethechangemedianetwork/] or visit our website [http://www.bethechangemedianetwork.com/]. The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Be the change. Media Network or its partners.

Sara Vieira & Redbox Records

This episode of The B Side proves to be a timely one as Saskia talks to Sara Vieira, creative manager and the founder of the music showcase platform Redbox Records, discussing what it means to be ‘British’, diverging from the path expected of her when she reached university level, and the realities of building a brand in UK music whilst finding an authentic voice on social media - regardless of whether you’re an artist or a business. Don’t miss this motivating chat as Sara proves that we all have the same 24 hours in a day, but it’s what you do with them that really matters. Please leave a rating, share a comment and subscribe!  You can also follow The B Side on Instagram: @thebsidemusicpod [https://www.instagram.com/thebsidemusicpod/]. To contact Saskia, send an email to: thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com [thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com]. For more information about Be the change. Media Network, find us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bethechangemedianetwork/] or visit our website [http://www.bethechangemedianetwork.com/].

Lizzie Berchie

In this episode of The B Side, neo-soul singer-songwriter Lizzie Berchie chats with Saskia about going from balancing a full time job and her artistry, to headlining venues and working with creatives internationally, as well as staying true to herself and the realities of staying safe as a solo female artist in the music industry. Listen to her wonderful journey now, on episode 6 of The B Side. Please leave a rating, share a comment and subscribe!  You can also follow The B Side on Instagram: @thebsidemusicpod [https://www.instagram.com/thebsidemusicpod/]. To contact Saskia, send an email to: thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com [thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com]. For more information about Be the change. Media Network, find us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bethechangemedianetwork/] or visit our website [http://www.bethechangemedianetwork.com/].