My podcast, Reign with Josh Smith has always been about opening up conversations to help others. Someone who has always done that is none other than Pop Queen, Jesy Nelson.

So I am BEYOND excited that Jesy is joining me for the first episode of Season 4, and because we recorded this IRL from the LiveNow Studios, you can also watch this full episode over on Live-Now.com too. All you need to do is subscribe, and you can watch it on demand!

As one-fourth of Little Mix, Jesy became part of one of the biggest selling girl bands of all time. Songs like Black Magic and Shout Out To My Ex made Jesy a star on stage, but as her BBC documentary, Odd One Out, showed – Jesy struggled behind the scenes from the effect internet bullies had on her life.

In December last year Jesy made the decision to leave Little Mix to look after her mental health and in this episode Jesy talks about the real reasons that led to her leaving the group.

Powerfully opening up in our chat, Jesy reveals that ‘being in Little Mix is literally like a machine,’ and how she felt ‘trapped’ during the ten years in the group.

Now, set to release her first solo single, Boyz - Jesy reveals after writing the song after a breakup - ‘the first time I’ve ever been heartbroken in my life. It was f**king horrendous,’ - she is truly finding her voice for the first time, true happiness and like a true Queen finding her power! YASS QUEEN!

I loved talking to Jesy so much and it reminded me how important opening up about our experiences can be for ourselves but also for others, so we all feel less alone in our struggles. Jesy is a true role model who shows that you have one life and you need to do what makes you happy, even in the face of criticism.

I really hope you continue to listen and find the power to Reign in your own lives, too. Until next time, WEAR THOSE CROWNS WITH PRIDE and get in touch (follow me across social media @joshsmithhosts), I love hearing from you. Love, Josh xxx

With thanks to our sponsors got2b. We are proud to be working with got2b and Ditch The Label to promote their new #uncensored campaign, which aims to help those of you out there who experience online bullying and hate.

got2b is a UK leading genderless styling brand who pride themselves on promoting label-less beauty. They are teaming up with the youth charity, Ditch The Label, whose research has shown that 2 in 5 young people have been bullied online.

To tackle this issue, got2b and Ditch The Label have launched a new anti-bullying online movement called #Uncensored. Just like Reign, they want to open up conversations and support young people whose lives are affected by online abuse.

The got2b #uncensored campaign will provide tools, resources and guidance for anyone who’s experienced online abuse. If you are experiencing online abuse or know someone who is, please visit ditchthelabel.org

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