About Hilary Robertson

Dollhouse, palazzo, loft, treehouse? Hilary Robertson has been arranging and rearranging her own and other people’s things in inspiring settings for decades. After working in London as a stylist and editor-at-large for European newspapers and magazines (Vogue Living, Livingetc, Elle) she moved to New York where she works as a multi- tasking creative for clients eg Sunbrella, ABC Home, West Elm, and many more. Her superpower is finding evocative locations to showcase her clients’ products.

Summary

In this engaging conversation, Hilary Robertson, a renowned stylist and author, shares her journey through the world of interior design and styling. From her early days in London to her current projects in New York, Hilary discusses the evolution of her career, the challenges she faced, and the importance of mentorship. She emphasizes the influence of travel on her design aesthetic and offers valuable advice for aspiring stylists. The conversation highlights her creative process, the balance between personal life and career, and her excitement for upcoming projects.

00:00 Introduction to Hilary Robertson

03:06 The Journey to Becoming a Stylist

06:51 Early Career and Breakthrough Moments

10:42 Creative Freedom in Styling

15:51 Challenges and Resilience in the Industry

20:10 Balancing Personal Life and Career

24:51 The Evolution of Writing and Publishing

28:10 Influence of Travel on Design

30:24 Mentorship and Influence in the Industry

31:16 Current Projects and Future Aspirations

34:28 Advice for Aspiring Stylists

Where to find Hilary:

Substack: https://substack.com/@nomadathome

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hilaryrobertson/

Website: https://www.mrsrobertsonstudio.com/

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About Lisa Haukom

Lisa Haukom is a creative director and visibility strategist who helps founders and creatives do what they do best and be seen for it.

As the founder of The Goldenbrand, Lisa has helped countless women define their personal brands, craft a presence that actually feels like them, and show up powerfully in their work and their lives. Known for her intuitive approach, she guides clients to the kind of clarity and confidence that makes their visibility sustainable and magnetic.

Lisa pioneered the now widely adopted method of remote photography, using only an iPhone and her signature eye to help clients around the world tell their stories visually. But her genius goes far beyond the lens: through her creative direction, editorial sensibility, and signature method No More Bad Photos, Lisa teaches women to stop hiding, start showing up, and become the reference in their own stories.

Her work and home have been featured in Better Homes & Gardens, Cottages and Bungalows, Sunset Magazine, Oregon Home, and the forthcoming fall issue of Where Women Create. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her family.

Summary

In this episode of the She Designs Podcast, hosts Desha Peacock and Christine Martin welcome Visibility Strategist Lisa Haukom to discuss the importance of visibility and collaboration for female entrepreneurs.

They explore the challenges women face in being visible online, the innovative techniques of remote photography, and effective strategies for growing an email list.

Lisa shares her insights on using Substack as a platform for community engagement and offers valuable advice for new business owners on how to design a life and business they love.

00:00 Introduction to She Designs Podcast

Where to find Lisa:

Website

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About Steph Zangeneh Azam 

Steph Zangeneh Azam founded Studio Crone to serve women entering a new chapter and seeking visuals that reflect their depth, clarity, and experience. Focusing on brand identity, website design, and brand photo strategy, she guides clients toward designs that feel thoughtful, grounded, and fully aligned with who they’ve become.

Summary

When we were ready to dive deep into rebranding of the She Designs Podcast, going with Steph Zangeneh Azam, was a no brainer. The process for us felt like a rebirth and having her on the third part of our Lady Phoenix series aligns perfectly. 

After the Burn (part 1) of releasing what no longer serves and the Void (part 2) of sitting with the emptiness of the unknown, the Rise is where reinvention, creation, and manifestation come in. Going through the process of branding and website development in a business is a perfect illustration of this phase. 

In our engaging conversation with Steph, we explore the evolution of branding and the importance of aligning one's business identity with personal values. Using creativity and storytelling along with her experience in photography, Steph aims to serve women seeking aligned visuals.

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Show Notes: 

00:00 Intro & The Journey to Studio Chrone

03:58 The Power of Photography in Branding

09:40 Rebranding: A Personal Evolution

13:42 Aligning Brand and Identity

20:27 The Importance of Visual Storytelling

25:36 Inspiration from Women in Midlife

28:41 Tuning into Your Inner Voice

Where to find Steph:

Website

Instagram

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Summary

In this conversation, we, your co-hosts, delve into the concept of 'The Void,' a liminal space experienced after significant life changes. Sharing personal experiences of discomfort and uncertainty during this phase, we discuss the importance of patience, trust, and self-care practices to navigate through it. The dialogue transitions into the emergence from the void, highlighting the rise and new beginnings that follow, as we both share our aspirations and future plans.

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About Ana Flores

A visionary entrepreneur, writer, and community builder, she has been amplifying Latina voices since 2010. As the founder of #WeAllGrow® Latina, she spent 14 years growing a multi-million-dollar, Latina-owned ecosystem rooted in community, conscious entrepreneurship, and collective uplift. Her guiding philosophy, “When one grows, we all grow,” fueled a movement that now reaches millions.

Named a United Nations Champion of Change and one of People magazine’s Mujeres Más Poderosas, she’s spoken on national stages including the White House and the TODAY Show. She serves as an advisor to the Tory Burch Foundation, HACE, and MAIA Impact School, and invests in Latina-founded businesses.

Her debut book, Done With the Hustle, will be published by HarperOne in 2026. Born in Houston and raised in El Salvador, she now lives in Idyllwild, CA, where she continues to create at the intersection of creativity, wellness, and impact.

Summary

In this conversation, we explore the transformative journey of letting go and embracing new beginnings, using the metaphor of the phoenix.

After 14 years of growing a multi million dollar company, Ana made radical decision to sell We All Grow and heed her intuitive calling. 

In our conversation she shares the reasons she made this big life shift, the emergence of a feminine approach to living, and her mission to help women entrepreneurs thrive with ease.

Ana discusses the importance of community support, the cultural influences that shape women's experiences, and the tools that aid in navigating fear and discomfort. She emphasizes the significance of rest and the power of pausing to allow for clarity and creativity, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling and authentic life.

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Show Notes: 

00:00 The Phoenix Metaphor: Transformation and Reinvention

01:34 The Shedding Process: Letting Go of the Past

07:41 Navigating the Empty Space: Embracing Discomfort

11:30 The Power of Support: Leaning into Community

21:24 Creating from a Place of Ease: The Journey Ahead

33:31 Embracing the Pause: Acknowledging Fear and Taking Action

Mentions

Water Healing with Rocio Navarro

Where to find Ana:

Website

Instagram

Substack

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Summary

In this episode of the She Designs Podcast, Desha Peacock and Nicole Fisher of BNR Interiors discuss the inside scoop of being a creative female small business owner. 

Nicole shares her unique journey from the fashion world to becoming a successful interior designer. She discusses her experiences working with high-profile clients (like Lady Gaga!!), the concept of 'beautiful chaos' in business and in life, and the terror (yet importance) of making your first hire. 

Nicole emphasizes the significance of embracing imperfections, while also reflecting on the challenges she faced and how they shaped her career. Her insights provide valuable lessons for anyone looking to pursue their passions and build a fulfilling career.

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Show Notes: 

00:00 From Fashion to Interiors: Nicole's Journey

Nicole offered a free Pinterest Inspo Mood Board, comment PODCAST in her DM's on Insta and you'll get instant access. 

Where to find Nicole:

Website: https://www.bnrinteriors.com

IG: @bnrinteriors

About Nicole

A New York native, Nicole R. Fisher founded BNR Interiors after working as an editorial stylist for Lady Gaga under Nicola Formichetti. As a part of multi-million dollar music videos, live nationwide performances, and high-fashion editorials for Vogue, Vanity Fair, and W, she quickly learned how to create a story on and off the page.

With a similar approach to the fashion world, Nicole adapted her aesthetic to interiors. Unique furniture layouts, rich textures, period pieces, and luxurious finishes made BNR’s work stand out from the rest.

Nicole cut her teeth as the former Lead Designer for One King’s Lane, where she had the opportunity to work with Lucy Liu on her NYC apartment, Bobbi Brown on her New Jersey hotel The George, and OKL's retail spaces in Southampton and Connecticut.

BNR Interiors has been featured in Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, Westchester Magazine, One Kings Lane, Rue Magazine, and recently named Chairish’s “Designer to Know.” Today, Nicole's work extends nationwide, creating forever family homes with her unique aesthetic. She lives in the Hudson Valley with her husband, Lee, son, Sebastian, and dogs Whiskey and Cosmo.

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Summary

In this episode of the She Designs Podcast, Desha Peacock and Shannon Tate discuss the journey of entrepreneurship, the importance of synchronicity, and the balance between motherhood and business.

Shannon shares her evolution as an interior designer, the challenges she faced, and how her mindset and energy have influenced her success.

They explore the personal growth that comes from running a business and the significance of creating from a place of joy and authenticity. 

The conversation wraps up with insights on self-reflection and the importance of a supportive partner in navigating life's transitions.

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Show Notes: 

00:00 Introduction to Shannan Tate

Where to find Shannon:

Website: www.shannontateinteriors.com

IG: @shannontateinteriors

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Summary

Rudy Larson, a textile artist based in Northern California, shares her journey of starting her own business and creating sustainable, eco-friendly garments and home goods using natural dyes. She discusses how her passion for sustainability and her love for different cultures and textiles influenced her work. Rudy emphasizes the importance of perseverance and taking leaps of faith in pursuing one's passion. She also highlights the need to find a balance between creativity and business in order to stay true to oneself.

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Show Notes

00:00 Introduction to Rudy Larson and her work

03:07 The journey of starting a business

06:09 Transitioning from hobby to business

08:20 The inspiration behind the name 'La Terra'

09:54 Living out personal values in business

11:34 Incorporating heritage and culture into art

16:24 The influence of a supportive mother

17:46 Wearing all the hats as a one-woman show

19:13 Self-care and finding balance

20:02 Overcoming challenges and moments of doubt

21:53 Taking leaps of faith and navigating uncertainty

24:12 Advice for women starting their own ventures

25:51 Excitement for new creative projects

28:00 Outro

Where to Find Rudy

Website: https://delaterratextiles.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delaterra_/

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Summary

In this episode of the She Designs podcast, Desha Peacock interviews Rachel Beider, a multi-passionate entrepreneur and owner of Press Modern Massage and Canopy. Rachel shares her journey from being a massage therapist to running multiple businesses, emphasizing the importance of community, research, and personal experience in her ventures.

She discusses her leadership style, the significance of empowering her team, and how she navigates challenges in her career. Rachel also offers valuable advice for those in transition, focusing on self-accountability and seeking support.

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Show Notes

00:00 Introduction to Rachel Beider

Where to find Rachel

Canopy  /  @thecanopynyc

Press Massage  /  @PRESSmassage

Rachel Beider   / @rachelbeider

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Summary

In this conversation, Faith Blakeney shares her journey from a childhood passion for design to becoming a successful interior designer and author. She discusses the importance of pursuing dreams without the need for wealth, navigating hustle culture, and the significance of community and collaboration in her work. Faith emphasizes the transformative power of design on people's lives and the impact of cultural influences and travel on her creative process. She also reflects on the importance of aligning personal values with professional goals and the need to curate supportive relationships.

About Faith Blakeney

Faith Blakeney is a designer, seeker, lifestylist and mama. She launched her interior design studio after fifteen years studying and working in Switzerland, France, Italy & New York.

Faith was raised in Berkeley, California. As a child she spent countless hours in her room redecorating, dressing up and dancing in the mirror. She studied architecture at UC Berkeley, and Bordeaux, France and immersed herself in all things old and beautiful at the auction house where she worked.

Faith's love for the arts, and the art of living, brought her to Italy where she spent most of her 20’s. There she and her sister Justina opened Compai, a concept boutique and collective of dreamers & creatives. Together they also wrote and published a best-selling book series.

After over a decade in Europe, Faith moved back home to California and in 2009 opened her interior design studio in Los Angeles. Since then, her studio has worked on projects from luxury homes for Hollywood celebrities with hefty budgets to charity design projects with zero design budget. 

You may have seen her works in publications such as Architectural Digest, The LA Times, House Beautiful and many others.

Faith and her team are committed to transforming lives, families and communities through design. She believes that the environment that surrounds us, the backdrop of our lives, has a profound impact on our quality of life. She creates spaces that inspire a sense of wellbeing and true self expression.

Today Faith brings passion, purpose and play to her clients- designing their dream spaces.

Where to find Faith

-website: https://www.faithblakeney.com/

-Instagram: @studiofaithblakeney

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Show Notes

00:00 Introduction to Faith Blakeney

01:59 Faith's Journey into Design

07:34 Pivoting from Fashion to Interior Design

13:38 Design as Healing

17:04 Incorporating Cultural Background and Travel into Design

23:51 Inspiring Messages for Her Daughter

25:41 Choosing Faith Over Fear

26:48 The Illusion of Money and Happiness

28:04 The Journey vs. the Destination

30:10 The Power of Community and Connection

37:12 Following the Whispers of the Soul

41:43 Outro 

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