🦩In this powerful and beautiful episode, we sit down with the inspiring Kara Heriot –co- founder of Mum Talks, a safe and honest space for mums to connect beyond nappies and night feeds.

Kara shares her extraordinary journey: from wild adventures in London nightclubs to the raw realities of miscarriage, IVF, and the heartbreak of secondary infertility. She speaks candidly about the joy of pregnancy (yes, even when vomiting on the motorway!), the grief of letting go of the dream of a family of four, and the challenge of watching friends grow their families while she faced repeated loss.

And just when she thought she'd weathered the storm, her husband was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer – a diagnosis that turned their world upside down. Miraculously, ten years on, he's doing well on a treatment that continues to work.

Through it all, Kara lost – and found – her "pink feathers," her sense of self, joy, and purpose. She opens up about learning to stop people-pleasing, choosing to be happy despite uncertainty, and finally giving herself permission to put her own well-being first.

This is a story of resilience, reinvention, and the fierce love that shapes us.

A must-listen for anyone navigating the complexities of motherhood, grief, and personal transformation.

Mum Talks was founded by Kara Heriot and Lucy O’Driscoll Edge . It provides a safe, and supportive network for mums so they know they’re not alone, can learn from experts and check in with others who are going through the same experience and reality of motherhood.

For more information see here - https://mumtalks.ie/

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In this powerful episode of Finding Your Pink , renowned artist and designer Helen Steele joins us to explore the vibrant, challenging, and often misunderstood world of ADHD. Helen shares her journey from a childhood of getting in trouble and doing laps in the garden to burn off energy, to discovering how doodling became a lifeline—eventually leading to a thriving creative career.

Helen opens up about being diagnosed in her 30s, the complexities of ADHD during menopause, the impact of medication, and the inner conflict of not being "neurotypical.

She shares stories of nativity plays in November to manage childhood hyperactivity, the emotional toll of not fitting in, and how anxiety and masking led to an eating disorder. But this is also a story of triumph: of seeing ADHD not as a limitation, but as a superpower.

Plus—don’t miss Helen’s incredible take on the history of pink, and why it’s far more radical and exceptional than you think.

This is an episode about creativity, courage, and embracing difference—and it’s not one to miss.

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✨TRIGGER WARNING - This episode is about the death of a child✨

In this powerful and deeply moving episode, I sit down with Nicola Marshall, a courageous mother who lost her beloved son Lucas in a tragic accident while on holiday in Spain in 2019. Just three days after his passing, Nicola faced the darkest moment of her life — a moment when she almost chose to end it all. But instead, she made the hardest decision of all: to stay, to feel, and to heal.

Through her journey of grief, Nicola not only faced the loss of Lucas but was also compelled to confront her own childhood trauma and the earlier loss of her brother. What has emerged from this unimaginable pain is a new version of Nicola — no longer the person she once was, but a shining light of colour, compassion, and hope for others walking the path of grief.

In this raw and honest conversation, Nicola cried, I cried — and you might cry too. But you’ll also witness resilience, love, and the extraordinary power of choosing life even when it feels impossible.

This is an episode about grief, healing, and finding a way to a new kind of pink in the aftermath of loss.

Nicola's website is -https://www.nicola-marshall.com/

Nicola's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nicolamarshall.griefandgrace/

Nicola's Ted Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYF_4m4r5Yw

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Welcome back to Finding Your Pink🦩

Kicking off Series 2, I have the lovely Sinéad O'Carroll — one of the founding members of B*Witched. In this episode, we talk double denim, 90s pop stardom, breaking America, and what it was really like touring with Britney Spears, *NSYNC, and Jessica Simpson.

But this episode is more than just a nostalgic trip down memory lane. Sinéad opens up about life behind the spotlight: the joy and chaos of marriage, raising teenagers, evolving friendships, and those all-important reunions. She speaks candidly about the unseen realities — cleaning at 3AM, navigating menopause, frozen shoulders, brain fog, and finding your place when you’re not always centre stage.

With humour, warmth, and raw honesty, Sinéad reminds us why we fell in love with the 90s — and how finding your pink is an ever-evolving journey.

Tune in for laughs, truths, and a whole lot of heart.

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In this short and special solo episode, I (Emma! )take a few minutes to reflect on Series 1 of Finding Your Pink — why I started this podcast, the beautiful stories we’ve shared, and the incredible guests who trusted me with their truth.

From motherhood to burnout, from baby loss to bold reinvention — each guest brought their own unique shade of pink. I share highlights from every episode, the unexpected moments that moved me most, and a heartfelt thank you to you — the listeners who showed up, messaged, and made this journey so meaningful.

Plus, I give you a little glimpse into what’s coming in Series 2: from a popstar to a bafta winner , solo parenting to showing up bravely in the hardest of moments — we’re just getting started.

Thank you for being here. Your voice, your story, and your pink still matter — now more than ever.

Season 2 launches July 14th — see you then. 💗

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In this episode of Finding Your Pink, influencer Carol Byrne joins me for a conversation that’s equal parts hilarious and heartfelt. We talk about aging, supporting elderly parents, dealing with anxiety, and parenting a 23-year-old son with a passion for tattoos. Carol also opens up about leaving a toxic relationship, navigating grief, and how — despite it all — she’s learning to choose joy.

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This week on Finding Your Pink, I’m joined by the brilliant Tracy Gunn for a raw and real conversation about the hidden weight so many women carry: the mental load. We talk about what it really means to be a working mother in today’s world—where you’re expected to work like you don’t have kids and parent like you don’t have a job.

From late-night flights to early morning school runs, we unpack the impossible juggling act, the guilt that never seems to lift, and why 46% of women say the mental load is just too much. We dive into why so many women are stepping back from progression to protect their family time—and how the division of emotional labour between men and women still feels so unbalanced.

Tracy shares honest insights on how to have those awkward, triggering conversations with your partner and how to define your own circle of control (shout out to Stephen Covey) and how Dolly Parton saves the day, every time.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re holding it all together with invisible string, this one’s for you.

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In this deeply honest and emotional episode of Finding Your Pink, I sit down with Audrey Dore Geraghty, a mother navigating life with her profoundly autistic son.

Audrey shares the unspoken reality—of violence, fear, love, and exhaustion. Her son is non-verbal, highly aggressive, and requires full-time care. Every day is unpredictable. The system is broken. And society often doesn’t see her family at all.

She speaks candidly about the difference between profound autism and milder forms, the grief of lost expectations, and the isolation that comes from being unable to participate in everyday life.

Audrey doesn’t sugarcoat her story. Her pink, as she says, isn’t coming back. But in sharing her truth, she gives voice to the thousands of parents living a version of this reality—with love, resilience, and relentless advocacy.

This is an episode about the stories we don’t hear enough. About what it means to love fiercely, even when life feels unrecognisable.

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Welcome to Finding Your Pink, the podcast dedicated to helping women reclaim their vibrant colour at every stage of their life. I'm your host Emma Ledden.

In this empowering episode we meet Sarah Doyle—and her inner critic Becky—and dive into the internal battle so many women face: the inner critic, imposter thoughts, procrastination, and the deep grief of not reaching our full potential.

We talk about:

✨ Self-sabotage and the roles we unconsciously play

✨ Toxic busyness and the unpromotable tasks we say yes to

✨ Asking, “Am I the problem?” and what self-compassion says back

✨ The courage it takes to face your inner critic—and reclaim your confidence

This one is for the avoiders, the overthinkers, and the high-achievers who still sometimes feel like frauds.

🎧 Tune in and remember—you’re not alone, and you’re more capable than your inner critic wants you to believe.

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Welcome to Finding Your Pink—the podcast dedicated to helping women reclaim their vibrant color at every stage of their career and life. I'm your host, Emma Ledden.

In this deeply personal episode of Finding Your Pink, I sit down with Emer Deane, who shares her journey through burnout, pregnancy loss, and ultimately, self-acceptance.

We explore:

💡 How self-worth gets tangled up in work and the danger of never switching off

🔥 The boom-and-bust cycle of burnout and why people-pleasing fuels exhaustion

💬 The power of saying no, setting boundaries, and letting go of 'shoulds'

🧠 Polyvagal theory and why there’s nothing wrong with you—you’re just stuck in survival mode

💔 The emotional and physical impact of pregnancy loss, endometriosis & fibromyalgia

Emer’s story is a reminder to listen when your body whispers—before it has to roar. If you’ve ever struggled with burnout, loss, or feeling like your worth is tied to your job, this conversation is for you.

🎧 Tune in now!

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