In this special episode, the hosts become the guests. Harleigh Reid steps in to interview Jevanni Letford and Achasah Weinreb, the voices behind Steps I Took, giving listeners a chance to hear their personal journeys for the first time.

They talk about their childhoods, their experiences growing up Black in the UK, and the very different parenting styles that shaped who they are today. Jevanni reflects on a fairly typical upbringing before things took a turn at university, eventually leading to viral fame after an unexpected encounter with Prince Harry. Achasah opens up about moving schools often, her time in private education, and the varied career path that took her from governess to teacher to events planner.

They also share what inspired their move to Dubai, how their friendship evolved, and what led them to launch the podcast together.

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Scottie B takes us back to where it all started, from pirate radio and silent bedroom mixes at his grandparents house, to finding his sound and stepping into the UK club scene. In this episode, he shares how a connection with artist Ironik played a key role in getting his name out there, eventually leading to international gigs, production work and building a business. He also reflects on the quiet but steady support of his wife and how staying grounded has shaped his journey.

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Gemma Ashworth has built a career and a community that spans continents. In this episode, she shares how her love for sport and desire to learn new things, saw her transition from a school teacher to leading global social media content for major fitness brands and events.

She talks about the power of acting quickly on ideas, and the lessons learned from building Girls Lift Girls, a strength-based community now active in Dubai, Australia and Hong Kong.

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Aamir Kapadia grew up between two worlds, attending private school in the UK while his parents worked hard in the UAE to build a future for their family. Years later, that foundation made it easier for him to start Liftdex, a gym equipment company that took off during the 2020 lockdown. With a family-run manufacturing business behind him, his first client came easily, and social media helped him grow fast. In this episode, Aamir talks about building a business with momentum, using your advantages wisely, and how becoming a new dad has changed his perspective.

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Two founders who both started in sport but left it behind for different reasons, and eventually built something new together in Dubai. They are the team behind Precision Events, the company running The Precision Games, the UAE’s biggest and most talked-about fitness competition.

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The moral of this story? Go wherever your passion takes you.
When DJ Charlsey started following in his brother’s footsteps as a teenager, he had no idea where it would lead. From support act DJ to record label executive, then radio host to international tour manager and events director, he’s experienced almost every side of the music industry. This episode is a reminder of how powerful it is to have the right people around you, including family, friends and a partner who truly support your vision.

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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal condition that affects women. It usually starts during adolescence, but symptoms may fluctuate over time. Georgina first experienced her symptoms in her early teens and has spent every day since learning, battling and healing her body. It led her to study nutrition then build her coaching and nutritionist business, 'It's a PCOS Party'. Listen to Georgina's squiggly path to her life today, and her determination to continue supporting women in the future.

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Dr. Ilham Sebah saw an advert for a PhD, picked up the phone, called the supervisor and started an incredible journey she never imagined she would be on. Ilham is a psychologist with a doctorate in resilience and a passion for helping people build confidence. In this episode, she talks about her research on phone anxiety, how resilience shows up in everyday life, and what she learned from giving a TedX talk.

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Matthew Jones is the founder of world famous Bread Ahead, the bakery that started in London’s Borough Market and makes Achasah's favourite doughnut in the world! In this episode, he talks about his journey from being a young chef to building a global bakery brand. It’s all about good bread, big risks, and doing what you love.

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