The So Lovely Talk Show

Episode 6. Craig Chapman; The emotional side of success,

Recorded live at HairCon in front of a live audience, we sit down with award-winning hairdresser and creative  Craig Chapman to explore the emotional side of success. Craig shares the realities that sit behind a successful career. From leading teams and building a career outside London to navigating pressure and responsibility, we discuss what success can cost, why having the right support network matters, and how our definition of success evolves over time. Together, we explore leadership, confidence, purpose, work-life balance and the emotional challenges that can come with success. Whether you're at the beginning of your career or reflecting on your own journey, this is an honest conversation about ambition, resilience and discovering that success isn't just about what you achieve, but who you become along the way.

Episode 5. Have we forgotten how to be creative?

Creativity is something many of us build our careers and lives around, yet somewhere between deadlines, responsibilities and the constant noise of everyday life, it can become harder to access, often without us even realising. In this episode, we explore the subtle signs you might be creatively stuck, why inspiration can feel harder to find, and how constant consumption can leave little room for original ideas to surface. We also discuss the surprising role boredom plays in creativity and why making space to do less might actually help you create more. A conversation for anyone who feels a little flat, uninspired, or disconnected from the thing they once loved doing. When was the last time you created something just because you wanted to?

Episode 4. Ateh Jewel-Identity, reinvention and choosing yourself.

In this episode, we sit down with Ateh Jewel, a beauty journalist, broadcaster and founder, for an honest conversation about identity, reinvention, and what it really means to choose yourself.We talk about the shift from external validation to self-direction, being the only one in the room, and the reality behind confidence, ambition, and motherhood.

Episode 3. Are you physically ok?

In this episode, we talk about something we don’t often discuss in creative careers, physical health.When you're building a career, it's easy to focus on growth, opportunity and being busy. But over time, the physical side of the job can start to catch up.We talk honestly about pushing through, ignoring early signs, and why many of us only start thinking about our bodies later on. Siobhan shares how her approach has changed over time, from not thinking about it at all to slowly building better habits through yoga and running.Ollie also shares how he introduced “Wellness Wednesday” into his week, a simple way to reset, reflect and keep his mind on track.This isn’t a conversation from experts.It’s a conversation from experience.Because success is one thing.Sustaining it is another.

Episode 2. Ashleigh Hodges, Ambition, burnout and knowing when to speak up and step back

In this episode, we talk with Asleigh Hodges about experiences that many people quietly hold within the creative industries. Feeling out of place in rooms you’ve worked hard to be in. Wondering whether to speak up or stay quiet. Pushing yourself to reach goals, only to feel completely drained once you get there. Ashleigh shares honest reflections on navigating intimidating environments, finding her voice, and being open about mental health and burnout. We talk about recognising patterns of overworking, learning when to step back, and understanding that ambition doesn’t have to come at the expense of your wellbeing. This is a conversation about confidence, boundaries, and redefining success in a way that feels sustainable.