Messy Round The Edges

Serena talks to Caitlin Rozario co-founder of a brand new business Interlude.In this episode, we discuss how during the pandemic Caitlin and her partner Will cooked up a genius new online platform to help workers and businesses supercharge their productivity through the power of quality breaks.Can you remember the last time you took a proper break at work? Many of us power through a 40 hr work week not taking sufficient time to recharge.Interlude is designed to help you rest and make yo...

***SPECIAL EPISODE***Serena talks to Shanna Bent, fashion designer and founder of Maison Bent, and jewellery designer Anchanna about all things Love IslandIn this episode, we ask the question, has Love Island highlighted racism within dating?Serena's brother, Aaron Francis is one of the original cast members from this year's Love Island and it's back with a bang! Everyone is watching & everyone has something to say, unfortunately not always positiveSerena, Shanna & Anchanna...

Serena talks to marketing guru Pamela and founder of Content Clarity.In this episode, Pamela the content fairy godmother and business coach shares her experiences in the world of digital marketing.Have you ever wondered how to grow your followers, stand out from the crowd and create engaging content, Pamela has all the answers and makes it look easy.After being made redundant living in Scotland with 2 kids, she decided to take the leap of faith and start a business providing clear &...

Serena talks to international DJ and entrepreneur Emily RawsonIn this episode, Emily discusses childhood dreams, motherhood, creating roadblock events & what it was like to start her career in the DJing industry where very few women took up space.Emily was awarded Marie Claire’s ‘Women At The Top’ award, an accolade celebrating ten of the most inspirational and innovative game-changers, she is also Co-Founder of Supa Dupa Fly, one of the UK’s most influential club nights. Emil...

Serena talks to business psychologist Clare Knox founder of See Her ThriveIn this episode, Clare discusses why she ditched a comfortable job as a secondary school teacher to start to See Her Thrive a company whose mission is to educate businesses to create an environment where women can thrive. Clare's vision is to empower employers with knowledge, tools, and confidence to support women's reproductive health at work.We discuss the difference between PMS & PMDD , how to support your w...

Serena talks to Australian ex-pat Nikki Taylor, a real estate expert and founder of La Dolce Vita a business that specializes in Italian property investing. In this episode, Nikki takes us on her messy journey from working in Australia, becoming completely burnt out by the corporate world to living the dream in Italy. Nikki's love and passion for Italy led her to create a real estate business, fall in love and start a family. This was a life she once never thought was possible for her b...

Serena talks to Coralie Rose, founder of Rose Casting, founded in 2013 a company that focuses on promoting underrepresented people in advertising and film. Road Casting celebrates diversity and individuality seeking fresh faces for music video's short films, features, branded content, and commercials.In this episode, Coralie takes us on her messy journey from being an actress to becoming an award-winning casting director, the challenges faced, what it was like to cast the first woman to wear ...

Serena talks to Michael Pherson a pioneer in the realm of sex and intimacy. He teaches men and women from all over the world how to heal their relationship with sex, open their hearts to true love, thrive in their romantic union, and channel their sex energy towards actualizing their dreams.In this episode, Michael takes us on his messy journey to becoming a sexual healer, the challenges faced growing up thinking that there was something wrong with him. Serena & Michael go deep and share ...

Serena talks to Rachel the founder of Accountant She. A company that specializes in supporting entrepreneurs, influencers, and business owners. Account She provides classical accountancy and business advisory services in a modern and convenient way.Rachel Martin is also an author, a speaker, and has a passion for working with female entrepreneurs.In this episode, Rachel takes us on her messy journey to becoming a business owner that includes many personal social pressures, but due to Ra...

We talk to Shanna Bent, founder of fashion brand Maison Bent.Shanna openly discusses the journey to creating her company and how she experienced disappointment, loneliness, and testing times but these life lessons were also the becoming of Shanna the fashion designer. Through determination, taking risks, and resilience she experienced working with some of the most renowned fashion houses in the world such as Alexander McQueen, Agent Provocateur, and Roland Mouret. At one point Shann...