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Join us for an inspiring episode as Cher Lloyd delves deep into her journey from a breakout star on X-Factor to overcoming the challenges of media scrutiny and personal transformation. 

At just 16, Cher quickly rose to fame, finishing fourth on the show and charting hits in both the US and UK. Yet, behind the scenes, she faced intense media torment that shaped her public image into something she didn’t recognise. 

In this heartfelt interview, Cher reveals the true self behind the 'villain' persona once painted by the press, sharing insights into the real-life impacts of fame and the media's role in it.

Cher also opens up about her personal growth through motherhood and how it shifted her career trajectory, discussing the industry's cold shoulder during her pregnancy and her decade-long partnership with her husband, Craig. 

After a significant break from music, Cher is back, ready to reclaim her space in the music industry with newfound resilience and empowerment. 

Tune in to hear how Cher Lloyd transforms adversities into a powerful narrative of self-acceptance and determination, proving that stepping back can be a pathway to leaping forward.

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Sections:

00:00 Intro

02:23 How are you feeling?

04:13 Exploring Cher's Childhood

06:48 Impact of Cher's Upbringing on Her Adult Life

09:27 Cher's Life in the Romany Community

15:42 UK Media's Negative Portrayal of the Traveller Community

16:52 The Beginnings of Cher's Singing Career

18:43 Why Cher Decided to Pursue a Pop Career

22:18 Cher's Audition on X-Factor: A Look Back

30:48 Advice Cher Would Give to Her 16-Year-Old Self

32:41 Reality vs. Portrayal: Cher on the X-Factor

37:34 Mental Health Support for Cher During X-Factor

39:38 Inside Cher's Relationships with X-Factor Judges

44:31 Living with Other Artists: Cher's Experience

44:55 Reaction to Liam Payne's Post: A Discussion

48:57 Negative Media Coverage of Cher During X-Factor

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52:48 Cher Performs 'Stay': Reflecting on Her Uncle's Passing

57:08 Paul's Admiration: Wishing He Could Sing Like Cher

57:35 Cher's Career After the X-Factor: What's Next?

58:51 Cher Reflects on 'Swagger Jagger' Years Later

01:01:51 How the UK Media Labeled Cher Post-X-Factor

01:05:22 Examining Sexism in the Music Industry: 2010 vs. Today

01:11:23 Cher's Success in the US: A Detailed Look

01:14:56 Cher Discusses Her Struggle with Belonging in the US

01:19:39 Why Cher Returned to the UK

01:20:10 Does the UK Now Love Cher?

01:20:33 Cher's Future Career Plans Revealed

01:22:29 Cher and Taylor Swift: A Musical Collaboration

01:25:32 Cher Proudly Talks About Being a Great Mom

01:26:25 How Parenthood Changed Cher: Becoming a Better Person

01:28:07 Cher and Her Husband Craig: Their Relationship Story

01:34:08 How Motherhood Transformed Cher

01:36:40 Cher's Battle with Postnatal Depression

01:42:25 Cher's Relationship with Social Media Explored

01:45:02 Finding Empowerment

01:46:32 Cher's Most Memorable Conversation

01:51:04 Paul's Key Takeaways from Cher's Journey

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