In this episode of The Ripple Impact Podcast, Laura Barber sits down with Frankie James, Co Founder of Ideas Community and the force behind Ideas Fest.

This is a bold and honest conversation about what really happens behind the scenes in entrepreneurship.

We talk about:

* Why founders struggle with imposter syndrome* The emotional reality of stepping down as CEO* Why nobody actually has it all figured out* How Ideas Fest became a space for raw and real conversations* Why AI is reshaping business and why human connection will matter more than ever* How 50 female founders are driving 1,200km across India for impact

If you are building a business, navigating leadership, questioning your next move or craving more honest conversations in entrepreneurship, this episode is for you.

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Laura Barber, founder of The Ripple Impact, sits down with Emma Sayle, serial entrepreneur, community builder and unapologetic rule-breaker.

In this powerful live episode of The Ripple Impact Podcast, Emma shares the human story behind building global communities rooted in belonging, freedom and female empowerment.

From founding Killing Kittens to building WeAreX, Emma opens up about leadership, backlash, confidence, ADHD, female founders, and why community matters more than ever.

We explore:

* Why the future of business is human, not labels

* How criticism can be proof you’re onto something

* Letting go as a leadership superpower

* The real pressure on female founders

* Why community and belonging drive lasting impact

* Turning bold ideas into movements that scale

* And the incredible charity adventure we're embarking on for International Women's Day! Donate here for this incredible cause!

This is an honest, energising conversation about leadership, identity, entrepreneurship and building platforms people truly feel part of.

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Mike Turner, Co-Founder of Bird & Blend Tea Company, joins host Laura Barber for a live Ripple Impact podcast packed with real founder honesty.

Mike shares how he and his co-founder built Bird & Blend into a cult challenger brand, why they put people before profit, how purpose shaped every decision, and what it really takes to scale without losing your soul.

From resilience and leadership to values, B Corp, culture and customer experience, this episode is a powerful reminder that brands with heart don’t happen by accident.

If you’re a founder, brand leader or building something that matters, you’ll love this one.

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Marketing is changing fast. Burnout is rising. Budgets are tightening. Expectations are exploding.

In this deeply honest Ripple Impact conversation, Laura Barber is joined by Abby Dixon, founder of The Whole Marketeer, award-winning marketing leader, coach, author, and podcast host, to explore what is really happening inside marketing teams right now.

They dive into:• Why marketing has shifted from support function to growth engine• The burnout signals leaders are missing• What high-performing teams actually need to thrive• Why fulfilment drives performance• The leadership gaps forming in modern marketing• Abby’s sun-lounger epiphany that sparked her whole-person approach

This episode is for anyone leading brands, building teams, or questioning the future of marketing.

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Sound is shaping your brand whether you like it or not.

In this live Ripple Impact podcast episode, Laura Barber is joined by Karsten Kjems and John Cleworth from Sonic Minds to explore the hidden power of sonic branding and why sound is becoming one of the most important brand assets of our time.

And this is not just a conversation.It is a real, live case study.

For the first time, Laura reveals The Ripple Impact’s brand new sonic identity and takes you behind the scenes of how it was created from her brand strategy, values, personality, and storytelling mission.

They unpack:

• Why brands are built through emotion, not visuals alone• How sound drives memory, recall, and trust• Why cheap or mismatched audio quietly destroys credibility• How to turn brand values into a sonic identity step by step• The full creative process behind Ripple Impact’s new sound• Why silence is part of sound• What founders and brand leaders should do next

You will hear exactly how Ripple Impact translated its human-centred brand strategy into a complete audio system that now powers its podcast, social media, and brand experience.

If you care about brand strategy, storytelling, emotional connection, and building brands that truly resonate, this episode is for you.

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What if success isn’t built in the spotlight, but in everything you do when nobody’s watching?

In this Ripple Impact episode, Laura Barber is joined by Liz Byrne, founder of The Other 67, leadership coach, former FMCG leader and England gold medal hockey player.

Liz shares the deeply human stories behind her career pivots, life-changing moments, and the mindset that took her from corporate leadership into elite sport and entrepreneurship.

They explore:• Why high performance is built in the unseen moments• The leadership power of humility and honesty• How psychological safety changes teams• What “The Other 67” really means• The mindset behind “What if it all works out?”• Lessons from elite sport for business and leadership

This episode is a reminder that growth, confidence and success are created long before the applause ever arrives.

If you’re building a business, leading a team, or navigating a big life or career pivot, this conversation will stay with you.

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In this episode of The Ripple Impact, Laura Barber is joined by Chris Hulatt, co-founder of Octopus Group and Octopus Energy, to explore what it really takes to scale a business without losing your values.

From starting out at 23 with little money and a big belief, to building a $9bn group rooted in customer trust, culture and long-term thinking, Chris shares honest lessons on leadership, brand building and why values are not a marketing exercise, they are a growth strategy.

This is a conversation for founders, leaders and marketers who believe growth should feel human.

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Building a community is not about speed. It is about intention. Small moments. Quiet leadership. Big ripple effects.

In this episode of The Ripple Impact, Laura Barber is joined by Joe Glover, Founder of The Marketing Meetup, for an honest conversation about community, confidence, and what human marketing really looks like in practice. We unpack the human story behind building one of the most trusted marketingcommunities in the world.

Joe shares why most communities fail when they are built around short-term ROI, why marketers are feeling uncertain despite being highly capable, and why confidence, care, and psychological safety matter more than ever.

We explore:• The emotional reality behind modern marketing• Why being seen is one of the most powerful things you can give someone• How community grows when people feel safe to speak and belong• Why networking should leave people feeling more confident, not drained• And what it means to build something meaningful over the long term

A warm, honest conversation for founders, marketers and leaders who believe growth should feel human.

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2026 is not about louder marketing. It is about clearer brands.

In this New Year’s Eve special of The Ripple Impact, host and founder Laura Barber shares what she genuinely believes will define brand building in 2026. From emotion moving back to the centre, to community becoming a true growth engine, to founders stepping into their human voice.

This episode is a reflective pause between years and a practical guide for what to build next. Laura also shares what is coming for The Ripple Impact in 2026, including new conversations, tools, workshops and the launch of The Ripple Method.

If 2025 was about reflection, let 2026 be about building clarity, confidence and brands with soul. Come and work with us in 2026 to unlock your stories!

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In this Christmas Eve special, Laura Barber founder of The Ripple Impact reflects on the powerful themes that emerged from a full year of Wave Maker conversations. From courage and belonging to curiosity, creativity and connection, these five ripples reveal what truly drives brand growth and meaningful leadership.

Laura also gives a preview of what to expect in 2026 and how human storytelling will shape the next era of brand building.

Perfect for founders, marketers and leaders who want to build brands with soul.

If you want to build a brand with soul, clarity and emotional resonance, this episode will set the tone for your next chapter.

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