ABOUT THE HOSTKeep it real with Khadija is an interview-based podcast hosted by Khadija Kalifa. As a BBC Apprentice finalist and busy Mumpreneur, Khadija is on a mission to build an empire whilst raising two children, inspiring others to make

A Blueprint For Success – with Linda Plant

Aug 26th, 2020 31m 26s

This week, Khadija is keeping it real with Linda Plant, one of Lord Sugar’s most trusted and respected colleagues, and a regular fixture on BBC’s The Apprentice as part of the now infamous “Interview Week”Linda has joined the show to discuss t

Linda Plant Business Academy

Jun 28th, 2020 31m 28s

Since finding fame as one of Lord Sugar’s respected interviewers on The Apprentice, Linda Plant has gone on to create a specialised business success course, designed to empower anyone wishing to bring a new idea to market, and to provide guidan

The Secret Of Great Leadership – with Stephen Kelly, ex-CEO of Sage

Jun 7th, 2020 1h 55m

Stephen Kelly’s incredible journey through business has seen him head up some of the world’s most successful companies. As the ex-CEO of Sage, and Micro Focus International, Stephen has led some of the most powerful and influential businesses i

Scarlett Horton BBC Apprentice Finalist And Lord Sugars Biz Partner

May 31st, 2020 55m 29s

Despite placing as runner-up on the 2019 series of The Apprentice, Scarlett Allen-Horton’s business acumen landed her a business deal with Lord Sugar, who acquired a huge stake in Scarlett’s company, Harper Fox Global, a specialist recruitment

Alan Barratt

May 12th, 2020 1h 23m

It’s a very high energy show today as Khadija is joined by Alan Barratt, the founder of Grenade, the high-performance product line that has taken the world by storm!Alan discusses his incredible rise to the top, the determination that turned G

The Importance of Being Kind

May 5th, 2020 21m 7s

It doesn’t matter who you are or where you’re from, anxiety can unexpectedly strike down even the strongest of us. The risk of this is even greater due to the current crisis in the world.In this week’s show, Khadija candidly discusses her appr

Leanne Brown Podcast Interview

Apr 19th, 2020 1h 16m

This week, Khadija goes from “Keeping It Real” to Keeping It Real Housewives Of Cheshire, as she chats to TV star and serial mumpreneur, Leanne Brown. Khadija and Leanne talk about the challenges of quarantine and how she’s keeping her family

Interview With 2019 BBC Apprentice Winner Carina Lepore

Apr 16th, 2020 35m 7s

This week, Khadija keeps it real with the winner of BBC’s The Apprentice 2019, Carina Lepore!Carina discusses how it feels to be Lord Sugar’s new business partner, how she’s teaching her family about the value of hard work, and the burning des

Lord Sugars Publicist - Andrew Bloch founder of Frank PR

Apr 5th, 2020 1h 14m

For the past 25 years, Andrew Bloch has managed the public relations of not just VIPs and celebrities such as Lord Alan Sugar, but also on behalf of brands such as Coca-Cola and Volkswagen.Andrew talks about the proven public relation formula

This is NOT The End

Mar 23rd, 2020 20m 10s

‘It’s sh#t right now but it’s not going to be sh#t forever, use the time positively’Khadija is with the Disrupters in the Disruptive Entrepreneur Facebook group sharing live as she gets on a positive rant about what’s happening in the world. S

If They Can do it; You Can do it! With Alex Sapala

Mar 16th, 2020 30m 49s

In todays episode, Khadija is interviewed by Alex Sapala of The Business, Wealth & Mindset Podcast!They discuss Khadija’s entrepreneurial journey and how she got started with a cleaning business that she grew to a 6 figure business before taki

Keeping It Real with Sian Gabbidon and Camilla Ainsworth

Mar 9th, 2020 14m 53s

Khadija is joined by the winner of The Apprentice 2018, Sian Gabbidon, and Camilla Ainsworth, the runner-up from the same year, for an informal chat about life in the house, life after the house, the friendships they forged during their time on

The Importance of Self-Development, With Pete Lonton! (Fire in The Belly)

Mar 2nd, 2020 1h 29m

In today's episode, your host Khadija features on Fire in The Belly (with Pete Lonton!)Pete and Khadija talk about the importance of self-development, the axiom that causes her to seize each day, the importance of optimism, and her empowering

When Did I Become An Adult?

Feb 26th, 2020 21m 3s

Sometimes life can come at you so fast, that you don’t realise that you’ve suddenly become an adult. With two children (and one on the way), properties, and several businesses to take care of, life has suddenly crept up on Khadija. But what to

Keeping It Real With Sorayah

Feb 17th, 2020 16m 2s

After her sister’s podcast debut some months ago, Khadija’s five year-old daughter, Sorayah, has decided that now’s the time to step up to the mic herself!Ladies and gentlemen, meet Sorayah, who’s here to tell you all about her favourite subje

Keeping it Leveraged With Catherine Turner!

Feb 10th, 2020 55m 23s

One of the best ways to consume content nowadays is through podcasts. Not only does it save time, but it also helps you grasp ideas easier since you hear the emotions in the conversations. In this collaborative episode, Catherine is joined by

Mentor And Mentee: The Lessons You Can Learn From Each Other – with Sarah Downs

Feb 3rd, 2020 1h 2m

Since May of 2019, Khadija has been acting as mentor to Sarah Downs, the co-founder of Doqaru, a business consultancy based in Aberdeen, which focusses on the energy sector. The relationship between them both has flourished through their connec

Greggs, Staff And Vegan Sausage Rolls!

Jan 29th, 2020 14m 45s

Greggs promised their staff 7 million in bonuses thanks to the success of their vegan sausage rolls and in this episode Khadija reflects on the importance of employee bonuses and incentives, sharing some great examples from her own experience

Kamilla Wszolek

Jan 20th, 2020 54m 34s

‘#do one person at a time!’In this highly entertaining episode, Khadija is with fellow entrepreneur Kamila Wszolek who is a Serviced Accommodation and cashflow creation expert, who is nominated for the ‘Young Entrepreneur in a Growing Business

What Makes a Successful Entrepreneur

Jan 13th, 2020 25m 50s

‘There is no point in being an entrepreneur and staying under a rock’Today’s episode all about entrepreneurship and what makes a successful entrepreneur. Khadija has loads going on with mentoring, events and running her businesses but having l

Trolls, Adult Bullying, Hate & Slander

Jan 6th, 2020 25m 54s

Khadija has recently been the victim of personal trolling and in this very heartfelt episode, she reflects on the impact and possible reasons why people troll and bully online.She addresses the comments made and provides evidence about how inc

Keeping It Real With The Apprentice 2018 Candidates!

Dec 30th, 2019 25m 27s

Khadija recently spent a very pleasant evening hosting the Apprentice 2018 candidates, and now’s your chance to listen in on this amazing conversation. Hear from the likes of eventual winner Sian, Jasmine, Kayode, Kurran, Sabrina, and all your

Keeping It Real With Scale Up Your Business Podcast! Feat. Nick Bradley

Dec 23rd, 2019 45m 52s

As part of Nick Bradleys 'entrepreneurial series', Nick is in conversation with our host, Khadija Kalifa!They discuss the journey Khadija has been on, what it is really like to be an entrepreneur and finding what you love then making it your v

A Collaboration with Traci Cornelius, Successful Entrepreneur and Host of the Women Rockin’ Business podcast

Dec 16th, 2019 52m 49s

In this episode, Khadija is with Traci Cornelius, successful entrepreneur and host of the ‘Women Rockin’ Business’ podcast. They are both successful entrepreneurs and mums and in this entertaining and lively episode, they discuss their busines