A rainy Monday evening in South London, Shakira and I sat in the lobby of Brixton House with a glass of tonic water and a packet of crisps, easing into the depths of our conversation. The best thing about these interviews is getting to know our muse on a deeper level, and this occasion was no exception. Shakira Newton is the archetype of a polymath, mastering business and production in the creation of her own company ‘Piece of Cake’, all while conquering the discipline of acting and showing herself to be a phenomenal playwright. Her passion is infectious, the type that makes you want to get up and spring your dreams into action. What was most notable though was the fondness to which she talks about her early life and personal journey so far. It’s clear that through reflection, revelations and healing she’s living as the best version of herself with even more success and fulfillment to come.