Beyond Palatable- Unapologetic Voices Podcast

Welcome to Beyond Palatable: the Unapologetic Voices Podcast, hosted by author of ‘Beyond Palatable: a Manifesto for Unapologetic Women’, Sophie Jane Lee.

This episode was recorded live during her 13-hour extravaganza event on 2nd March 2026 the ‘Unapologetic Voices Marathon’. It featured fireside chats, marathon discussions, and truth-bomb talks from some of the boldest and most authentic voices in business. Truly an unapologetic day of delectable self-expression!

In this episode, Sophie Jane Lee is joined by the fantastic Vicky Quinn Fraser!

Vicky Quinn Fraser is a book coach, writer, and creative mentor who helps bold entrepreneurs, business owners, and neurodivergent individuals turn their mission and message into a movement, via the medium of publishing a book. Founder of MicroBook Magic and author of 5 books of her own, she guides first-time authors through practical frameworks with empathy, humour, and unapologetic humanity. Outside of coaching, Vicky is a professional stand-up comedian, twirls on a trapeze, renovates her 400-year-old cottage, and enjoys sci-fi by the fire.

In this episode hosted by the fantastic Sophie and Vicky discuss the magic of books in a digital world, why the only way to find your voice is to use it, and how AI kills creativity and dampens our voices. 

You can find more about Vicky Quinn Fraser here:

Website: moxiebooks.co.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vickyquinnfraser/

For more on Sophie Jane Lee and her work, please head to:

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophieturton/

Instagram:

@electricpeachstudios

@beyondpalatable

Electric peach studios:

https://electricpeach.co.uk/

Buy ‘Beyond Palatable’:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Palatable-manifesto-unapologetic-women/dp/1804252727

https://www.waterstones.com/book/beyond-palatable/sophie-jane-lee/9781804252727

This podcast was edited and distributed by Tuesdays Feature Ltd

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Music by Freepik (https://www.freepik.com/audio/tune/a-modern-town)

Welcome to Beyond Palatable: the Unapologetic Voices Podcast, hosted by author of ‘Beyond Palatable: a Manifesto for Unapologetic Women’, Sophie Jane Lee.

This episode was recorded live during her 13-hour extravaganza event on 2nd March 2026 the ‘Unapologetic Voices Marathon’. It featured fireside chats, marathon discussions, and truth-bomb talks from some of the boldest and most authentic voices in business. Truly an unapologetic day of delectable self-expression!

In this episode, Sophie Jane Lee is joined by the inspirational Nora DiNuzzo!

Nora is a strategic growth consultant who has generated over $200 million in business globally. Founder and CSO of Pitcher and Blood Sweat & Tears, she helps companies stabilize, scale, and sell by designing custom growth strategies informed by years of leadership in advertising and business development.

In this episode, Sophie and Nora discuss reframing wealth building, ambition as a founder from an underinvested group, and what needs to change in investment gaps and structural barriers for founders from minority groups to scale.

You can find more about Nora DiNuzzo here:

Website: https://www.bloodsweatandtears.co/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noradinuzzo/

For more on Sophie Jane Lee and her work, please head to:

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophieturton/

Instagram:

@electricpeachstudios

@beyondpalatable

Electric peach studios:

https://electricpeach.co.uk/

Buy ‘Beyond Palatable’:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Palatable-manifesto-unapologetic-women/dp/1804252727

https://www.waterstones.com/book/beyond-palatable/sophie-jane-lee/9781804252727

This podcast was edited and distributed by Tuesdays Feature Ltd

Insta: @tuesdaysfeatureltd

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucy-b-37480a282/

Music by Freepik (https://www.freepik.com/audio/tune/a-modern-town)

Welcome to Beyond Palatable: the Unapologetic Voices Podcast, hosted by author of ‘Beyond Palatable: a Manifesto for Unapologetic Women’, Sophie Jane Lee.

This episode was recorded live during her 13-hour extravaganza event on 2nd March 2026 the ‘Unapologetic Voices Marathon’. It featured fireside chats, marathon discussions, and truth-bomb talks from some of the boldest and most authentic voices in business. Truly an unapologetic day of delectable self-expression!

In this episode, Sophie Jane Lee is joined by the exceptional Abi Adamson!

Abi Adamson, founder of The Culture Partnership and creator of the SERN™ Framework, is recognised as one of the UK’s top workplace culture experts. A TEDx speaker and thought leader, Abi equips organizations like Spotify, Sony Music, and Soho House to drive real cultural change. Her debut book, Culture Blooming, launches in August 2026.

In this episode, Sophie and Abi discuss owning your voice in rooms that weren't designed for you, and the politics of workplace culture.  

You can find more about Abigail Adamson here:

Website: https://www.identitybelongingcoach.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abiadamson/

For more on Sophie Jane Lee and her work, please head to:

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophieturton/

Instagram:

@electricpeachstudios

@beyondpalatable

Electric peach studios:

https://electricpeach.co.uk/

Buy ‘Beyond Palatable’:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Palatable-manifesto-unapologetic-women/dp/1804252727

https://www.waterstones.com/book/beyond-palatable/sophie-jane-lee/9781804252727

This podcast was edited and distributed by Tuesdays Feature Ltd

Insta: @tuesdaysfeatureltd

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucy-b-37480a282/

Music by Freepik (https://www.freepik.com/audio/tune/a-modern-town)

Welcome to Beyond Palatable: the Unapologetic Voices Podcast, hosted by author of ‘Beyond Palatable: a Manifesto for Unapologetic Women’, Sophie Jane Lee.

This episode was recorded live during her 13-hour extravaganza event on 2nd March 2026 the ‘Unapologetic Voices Marathon’. It featured fireside chats, marathon discussions, and truth-bomb talks from some of the boldest and most authentic voices in business. Truly an unapologetic day of delectable self-expression!

In this episode, Sophie is joined by the amazing Ekua Cant!

Ekua Cant is a Permission-Based Leadership speaker, LinkedIn strategist, and award-winning author of Your Platform Power (2025). She empowers diverse leaders to claim their voice, lead with confidence, and turn visibility into influence, impact, and paid opportunities. Founder of the Get Paid to Speak Global Movement, Ekua combines energy, insight, and practical frameworks to make complex leadership concepts actionable.

In this episode, Sophie and Ekua discuss why waiting for permission is the most expensive form of self-betrayal, and self-expression without self-abandonment.

You can find more about Ekua Cant here:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ekua-cant-speaking-revenue

Website: https://www.beyournumberonecheerleader.com/paid-speaker-connections-transitioning-from-free-to-paid-speaking

https://linktr.ee/thelinkedincheerleader

For more on Sophie Jane Lee and her work, please head to:

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophieturton/

Instagram:

@electricpeachstudios

@beyondpalatable

Electric peach studios:

https://electricpeach.co.uk/

Buy ‘Beyond Palatable’:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Palatable-manifesto-unapologetic-women/dp/1804252727

https://www.waterstones.com/book/beyond-palatable/sophie-jane-lee/9781804252727

This podcast was edited and distributed by Tuesdays Feature Ltd

Insta: @tuesdaysfeatureltd

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucy-b-37480a282/

Music by Freepik (https://www.freepik.com/audio/tune/a-modern-town)

Welcome to Beyond Palatable: the Unapologetic Voices Podcast, hosted by author of ‘Beyond Palatable: a Manifesto for Unapologetic Women’, Sophie Jane Lee.

This episode was recorded live during her 13-hour extravaganza event on 2nd March 2026 the ‘Unapologetic Voices Marathon’. It featured fireside chats, marathon discussions, and truth-bomb talks from some of the boldest and most authentic voices in business. Truly an unapologetic day of delectable self-expression!

In this episode, Sophie is joined by the inspiring Olivia Mae Hanlon!

Olivia Mae Hanlon is an award-winning entrepreneur, speaker, and creator recognised on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for Marketing & Advertising. She’s the founder of Girls in Marketing and creator behind Ambition is a Dirty Word, empowering women to grow their confidence, careers, and communities through honest conversations about marketing, leadership, and ambition.

In this episode, Sophie and Olivia discuss honest conversations around your career, being unapologetic about ambition, and the challenge between balancing being ambitious and being liked.

You can find more about Olivia Mae Hanlon here:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/olivia-mae-hanlon

Website: girlsinmarketing.com

For more on Sophie Jane Lee and her work, please head to:

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophieturton/

Instagram:

@electricpeachstudios

@beyondpalatable

Electric peach studios:

https://electricpeach.co.uk/

Buy ‘Beyond Palatable’:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Palatable-manifesto-unapologetic-women/dp/1804252727

https://www.waterstones.com/book/beyond-palatable/sophie-jane-lee/9781804252727

This podcast was edited and distributed by Tuesdays Feature Ltd

Insta: @tuesdaysfeatureltd

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucy-b-37480a282/

Music by Freepik (https://www.freepik.com/audio/tune/a-modern-town)

Welcome to Beyond Palatable: the Unapologetic Voices Podcast, hosted by author of ‘Beyond Palatable: a Manifesto for Unapologetic Women’, Sophie Jane Lee.

This episode was recorded live during her 13-hour extravaganza event on 2nd March 2026 the ‘Unapologetic Voices Marathon’. It featured fireside chats, marathon discussions, and truth-bomb talks from some of the boldest and most authentic voices in business. Truly an unapologetic day of delectable self-expression!

In this episode, interviewer Alice Reeves is joined by the incredible Arlo West!

Arlo (they/them) is a trans and Autistic graphic designer, making shi*t hot branding and websites for queer, trans & neurodivergent folks through Studio Arlo. In addition, multiple award winner Arlo has founded Not Your Business, a community for queer, transgender, or neurodivergent freelancers.

In this episode, Arlo and Alice discuss dropping the ‘shoulds’ and embracing your identity- whether that's your queerness, transness or neurodivergence.

You can find more about Arlo West here:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/studioarlo/

Website: https://linktr.ee/studioarlo

For more on this episode’s interviewer, business consultant and creative Alice Reeves please visit:

https://joyfullydifferent.co/

linkedin.com/in/alice-reeves

https://www.hahacreative.uk/

For more on Sophie Jane Lee and her work, please head to:

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophieturton/

Instagram:

@electricpeachstudios

@beyondpalatable

Electric peach studios:

https://electricpeach.co.uk/

Buy ‘Beyond Palatable’:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Palatable-manifesto-unapologetic-women/dp/1804252727

https://www.waterstones.com/book/beyond-palatable/sophie-jane-lee/9781804252727

This podcast was edited and distributed by Tuesdays Feature Ltd

Insta: @tuesdaysfeatureltd

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucy-b-37480a282/

Music by Freepik (https://www.freepik.com/audio/tune/a-modern-town)

Welcome to Beyond Palatable: the Unapologetic Voices Podcast, hosted by author of ‘Beyond Palatable: a Manifesto for Unapologetic Women’, Sophie Jane Lee.

This episode was recorded live during her 13-hour extravaganza event on 2nd March 2026 the ‘Unapologetic Voices Marathon’. It featured fireside chats, marathon discussions, and truth-bomb talks from some of the boldest and most authentic voices in business. Truly an unapologetic day of delectable self-expression!

In this episode, Sophie Jane Lee is joined by the fantastic Mel Barfield!

Mel is an award-winning copywriter, event speaker, Freelancer Magazine columnist and host of the indie business club podcast. As a specialist in tone of voice, Mel advises brands and individuals on how they can stand out by sounding like themselves. Sounds so simple, but so few actually do it. And as a qualified careers advisor, Mel brings her knowledge of career theory to advise freelancers and founders on how to navigate a solo worklife in 2026.

In this episode, Sophie and Mel discuss how luck interacts with careers, and how building a personal brand doesn’t have to feel gross!

You can find more about Mel Barfield here:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/melaniebarfield

Website: copyordie.co.uk

For more on Sophie Jane Lee and her work, please head to:

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophieturton/

Instagram:

@electricpeachstudios

@beyondpalatable

Electric peach studios:

https://electricpeach.co.uk/

Buy ‘Beyond Palatable’:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Palatable-manifesto-unapologetic-women/dp/1804252727

https://www.waterstones.com/book/beyond-palatable/sophie-jane-lee/9781804252727

This podcast was edited and distributed by Tuesdays Feature Ltd

Insta: @tuesdaysfeatureltd

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucy-b-37480a282/

Music by Freepik (https://www.freepik.com/audio/tune/a-modern-town)

Welcome to Beyond Palatable: the Unapologetic Voices Podcast, hosted by author of ‘Beyond Palatable: a Manifesto for Unapologetic Women’, Sophie Jane Lee.

This episode was recorded live during her 13-hour extravaganza event on 2nd March 2026 the ‘Unapologetic Voices Marathon’. It featured fireside chats, marathon discussions, and truth-bomb talks from some of the boldest and most authentic voices in business. Truly an unapologetic day of delectable self-expression!

In this episode, Sophie Jane Lee is joined by the superb Michelle Minnikin!

Michelle is a Chartered Organisational Psychologist, guide, speaker, and author of Good Girl Deprogramming & co-author of Good Girl Deprogramming - Teen Edition. She’s Co-Founder of The Deprogramming Company, where she helps women unlearn people-pleasing and perfectionism, reclaim their voice, and lead like themselves. Based in Durham, Michelle works globally to support radically authentic, powerfully messy leadership

In this episode hosted by the fantastic Mel Barfield, Michelle and Mel discuss ‘Good Girl’ Conditioning, and how early socialisation trains women to be agreeable rather than truthful.

You can find more about Michelle Minnikin here:

Website: https://www.identitybelongingcoach.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coacherincorine/

For more on interviewer Mel Barfield:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/melaniebarfield

Website: copyordie.co.uk

For more on Sophie Jane Lee and her work, please head to:

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophieturton/

Instagram:

@electricpeachstudios

@beyondpalatable

Electric peach studios:

https://electricpeach.co.uk/

Buy ‘Beyond Palatable’:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Palatable-manifesto-unapologetic-women/dp/1804252727

https://www.waterstones.com/book/beyond-palatable/sophie-jane-lee/9781804252727

This podcast was edited and distributed by Tuesdays Feature Ltd

Insta: @tuesdaysfeatureltd

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucy-b-37480a282/

Music by Freepik (https://www.freepik.com/audio/tune/a-modern-town)

Welcome to Beyond Palatable: the Unapologetic Voices Podcast, hosted by author of ‘Beyond Palatable: a Manifesto for Unapologetic Women’, Sophie Jane Lee.

This episode was recorded live during her 13-hour extravaganza event on 2nd March 2026 the ‘Unapologetic Voices Marathon’. It featured fireside chats, marathon discussions, and truth-bomb talks from some of the boldest and most authentic voices in business. Truly an unapologetic day of delectable self-expression!

In this episode, Sophie Jane Lee is joined by the incredible Erin Corine Johnson! Erin is a Certified Life and Leadership Coach, award-winning creative community organizer, and member of Forbes BLK. Based in Barcelona, she mentors impact leaders through Identity, Belonging, and Cross-Cultural Competency.

Erin is also the founder of Hola Magnolia Identityworks, supporting learners and organizations with DEIJ+ education, identity-led leadership training, and restorative economic justice initiatives.

In this episode hosted by the fantastic Mel Barfield, Erin and Mel discuss creative life design, multi-passionate identities, and how this enhances and informs both leadership and creative work.

You can find more about Erin Corine Johnson here:

Website: https://www.identitybelongingcoach.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coacherincorine/

For more on interviewer Mel Barfield:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/melaniebarfield

Website: copyordie.co.uk

For more on Sophie Jane Lee and her work, please head to:

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophieturton/

Instagram:

@electricpeachstudios

@beyondpalatable

Electric peach studios:

https://electricpeach.co.uk/

Buy ‘Beyond Palatable’:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Palatable-manifesto-unapologetic-women/dp/1804252727

https://www.waterstones.com/book/beyond-palatable/sophie-jane-lee/9781804252727

This podcast was edited and distributed by Tuesdays Feature Ltd

Insta: @tuesdaysfeatureltd

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucy-b-37480a282/

Music by Freepik (https://www.freepik.com/audio/tune/a-modern-town)

Welcome to Beyond Palatable: the Unapologetic Voices Podcast, hosted by author of ‘Beyond Palatable: a Manifesto for Unapologetic Women’, Sophie Jane Lee.

This episode was recorded live during her 13-hour extravaganza event on 2nd March 2026 the ‘Unapologetic Voices Marathon’. It featured fireside chats, marathon discussions, and truth-bomb talks from some of the boldest and most authentic voices in business. Truly an unapologetic day of delectable self-expression!

In this episode, Nicky Denson-Elliott, interviewed by the fantastic Mel Barfield, is a professional feminist, community builder, writer, podcaster, and mother. Through The Wilder Collective and her award-winning podcast, she helps women gain clarity, confidence, and visibility, turning intention into momentum and ambition into actionable outcomes. Her work combines feminism, creativity, and business, supporting purpose-driven leaders and founders to thrive.

In this episode, Nicky and Mel discuss internalised misogyny, and how systems we operate within can lead us to dim our voices through fear of judgment from others, and the judgments we put on ourselves.

You can find more about Nicky Denson-Elliott here:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nicky-denson-elliott-44103418

Website: thewildercollective.co.uk

For more on interviewer Mel Barfield:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/melaniebarfield

Website: copyordie.co.uk

For more on Sophie Jane Lee and her work, please head to:

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophieturton/

Instagram:

@electricpeachstudios

@beyondpalatable

Electric peach studios:

https://electricpeach.co.uk/

Buy ‘Beyond Palatable’:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Palatable-manifesto-unapologetic-women/dp/1804252727

https://www.waterstones.com/book/beyond-palatable/sophie-jane-lee/9781804252727

This podcast was edited and distributed by Tuesdays Feature Ltd

Insta: @tuesdaysfeatureltd

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucy-b-37480a282/

Music by Freepik (https://www.freepik.com/audio/tune/a-modern-town)