Show Us Your Bits

We're thrilled to welcome top ten best-selling author, Elly Griffiths. Fresh from her UK tour promoting her latest book, The Frozen People, Elly gives us a fascinating insight into her writing life and her journey to becoming one of the UK's most cherished crime writers. She talks about the inspiration for her books, the amazing research she does and her writing process. She shows us the lucky crime-themed necklace gifted to her by a friend when she won the prestigious Crime Writer's Association dagger award, the highest accolade in crime writing, as well as her mother's ring which she wears to allow her to 'absorb some of her calm'. Elly talks about her love of Italy and her Italian heritage and says that not being a perfectionist is what's seen her through. Delightfully warm and down to earth, Elly is full of great advice and also shares her reading and writing tips. 

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Brand expert Zoe de Pass says she was at the 'right time and in the right place' to become an influencer when she set up hugely successful 'Dress Like A Mum'. The name came after someone told her, whilst she was going to a meeting with her newborn baby, that she didn't look like a mum at all. Having been at the forefront of influencers online for the last decade, she talks about how she's seen influencing change over the years and the importance of setting boundaries. Her latest project, Zoe de Pass eyewear showcases Zoe's funky, colourful style. She says she's 'never worn beige' and her funky sunglasses are in hot demand, embraced by celebrities like Sophie Ellis Bextor. Zoe shows us her engagement ring, which she's redesigned herself twice, her tiffany ring from her cool Canadian Godparents, her heart shaped locket with pansies and pearls, as well as a family heirloom charm bracelet. Listen to Zoe's inspiring tips for business how to embrace your own style

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Alice and Josie are back in the new podcasting studio introducing season six and love is in the air. They have a catch up and natter about all things to do with Valentine’s Day, from first crushes to fancy food. Alice tells the story of her very long first crush and how he unknowingly inspired her to make personalised jewellery. As well as talking about love tokens and Alice's soul mates collection of charm animals who mate for life, they embrace the love of friends in this jolly, uplifting chat.

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It's Christmas approaching and Alice and Josie are in a festive mood as they discuss their family traditions, including the tat that goes into stockings for the kids, Christmas wreath making (Alice only does it for the free fizz) and come up with a podcast festive ditty. Josie talks about her appearance on Woman's Hour this week and the announcement of her new book deal and the buzz around You & Me & You & Me & You & Me, whilst Alice talks about the Posh Totty Designs pop-up in Westfield and the trends in personalised jewellery for Christmas. Along the way they give lots of recommendations and inspiration for presents from the guests on this series - including Freya North's Book Lovers Journal, the gorgeous La Pochette bags, Mama Shrooms, Gilly Smiths cookery book retreats and the fabulous spiced mead from local bee-inspired restaurant and bar, Apiary. Wishing all the listeners a very jolly festive season.

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Get ready for a truly sweet episode of Show Us Your Bits! This week, we’re joined by Noemi and Alistair Bell, the brilliant minds behind The Apiary, Brighton’s honey-inspired restaurant that’s creating quite the buzz. What began as a lockdown passion for beekeeping has transformed into a thriving business, complete with honey-infused cocktails, delectable dishes, and mead that’s gone from medieval to marvelous—think posh bottles and modern flair! In this episode, we’ll explore their incredible journey from hive to table, uncover the art of beekeeping, and learn fascinating bee facts, including the secrets of royal jelly and the antics of fiery Italian queen bees. Oh, and of course, we’ll be sampling their glorious mead and local honey along the way! Whether you’re a die-hard bee fan or just curious about how honey can work its magic in food and drinks, this episode is bound to delight and inspire. Tune in now for a sticky-sweet adventure! and Join the Hive apiary.co.uk #apiary_uk

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Today’s guest is a true advocate for the healing power of food and community. We’re joined by Gemma Ogston, a Brighton-based plant-based chef, author, and the creator of Gem’s Wholesome Kitchen. Her journey is remarkable, from her beginnings as an addiction counselor to becoming a voice for health and healing through food. Gemma has penned two game-changing cookbooks—The Self-Care Cookbook and The Healing Cookbook—one of which was used by Queen-to-be Kate on her own path to wellness. She’s also a familiar face on Saturday Kitchen, where she shares her passion for vibrant, plant-based cooking with the nation. As if that weren’t enough, Gemma has recently launched Mama Shrooms, a new venture celebrating the healing properties of mushrooms. From her work with Soho House to her community workshops, Gemma’s dedication to nourishing the mind and body is unparalleled. So, let’s jump into this inspiring conversation about life, food, and the magic of mushrooms! Find her on Instagram @gemma.ogston and @mamashrooms_ and at linktr.ee/gemswholesomekitchen

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We’re thrilled to welcome journalist, author, and an award-winning podcaster Gilly Smith, who brings us deep into the world of food, culture, and tells us about how she’s carved out a unique position in the world of food media. From interviews with top chefs to uncovering the ethical and cultural sides of cuisine in her podcast ‘Cooking The Books’, Gilly has an unmatched knack for connecting people through the power of food. Wearing many hats, including working for the food foundation, she’s passionate about fixing the broken food system and educating people about eating ethically. Today, she’s here to share some of her most personal keepsakes including her beautiful rune ring that her husband gave her, along with her mother’s glamorous pearls.  Filled with industry gossip, anecdotes, insider tips, Gilly reveals how she’d overcome imposter syndrome and how to live with purpose and fulfilment. Do check out her brilliant podcast and find out more at www.gillysmith.com

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Our guest this week is entrepreneur Justine Rouch, who has worked for some of the world’s most recognised and luxurious brands. With a love of fashion and sports, Justine has traveled all over the world, but found she was always in need of a bag to put her gym kit in, or her wet swimming costume after a swim. With a break between jobs for her and her husband, Mike, in 2016, they decided to set up a business making the sports bag Justine knew was missing. But tragically, five days later, Mike died. With her world turned upside-down, she threw herself into the business, focussing on something happy and with potential, as she navigated her grief. In 2019 she launched ‘her baby’ La Pochette and talks through the journey of bringing her eco-friendly, sustainable sports bag to market. She says she’s not afraid of making a fool of herself and says that resilience is key to her success, along with leaning into her fear and trusting her gut instinct.  Justine shows us her treasured charm bracelet of her late mother’s, and tells the gorgeous story of her silver jigsaw proposal puzzle and the ring she designed to celebrate her own success.  Do check out the fabulous bags at www.lapochette.co and look out for them at boutique gyms in London and five star luxury hotels across the world. 

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It’s all about costumes this week as Josie heads to New York and is getting a costume together for The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Talking of costume jewellery, their guest this week is Sophie Adler Mckean who tells us the story of her great aunt Mimi, who came to the UK via Greece as a refugee escaping Austria before the war. Mimi’s father set up a factory making the metal parts of bailey bridges, which later became a factory making parts for jewellery called Jewelcraft. When it was taken over by Corocraft, Mimi became the head jewellery designer, relocating the factory to Crawley. Mimi was often in the press and was called ‘One of London’s most glamorous business women.’  Sophie shows us lots of Mimi’s incredible necklaces, earrings and brooches and talks about how her family donated some of the spectacular pieces to the V&A. Do look at the pictures on our Instagram page. Inheriting Mimi’s creative and entrepreneurial streak, Sophie is a performer as well as having a wonderful catering business. Find out more at www.superdoux.com

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Hot on the back of the book launch, Josie and Alice chat about Josie’s new cosy crime novel, ‘Miss Beeton’s Murder Agency’ which is published this week. Along the way, they talk about their love of Rivals on the TV and Alice’s crush on the original Rupert Campbell-Black and plan their Rivals party. Josie talks about her inspiration for the book - her mother’s copy of Mrs Beeton’s Book of Household Management and what she discovered about the iconic and progressive Victorian writer Isabella Beeton. Josie is delighted with the personalised gold spinner necklace that Alice made to accompany Miss Beeton. Do enter the competition which we'll post on the @showusyourbits instagram page to win one and a signed copy of the book. https://linktr.ee/missbeeton

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