Nika Diamond-Krendel (nee Mokhtassi) founder of Paradise Row (contemporary leather bags designed and handcrafted in East London) is committed to supporting local craftsmen and creatives whilst highlighting the often forgotten - not so glamorous - stories of East London.

We hear about Nika’s journey from her education in psychology, to realising her creative side needs to be nourished, after she created an award winning mobile banking app for children. We also discuss; the gentrification of East London, the benefits and challenges of producing leather accessories in the UK, and how the brand not only being recognised in fashion circles, but also by arts & culture organisations, as the brand reflects what it means to be British.

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