This week Bianca spoke to Riki Bleau, Co President of Since '93 Records, Sony. He talks through his fascinating journey from his early years living on a council estate in Hackney, to meeting his hero, fellow record executive and businessman Jay-Z. He talks about his inspiration and initial infatuation with the music world, the artists that helped catapult his business to success and help win Best Publisher at the prestigious Ivor Novello Awards. Riki finishes the podcast with his thoughts on the societal issues we still face today and the role music can play, as well as what he thinks needs to be done to address those issues and increase opportunities for the next generation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.