Talking with Taya

8. Honest Motherhood - Nikoletta Georgiou

In this episode of Talking With Taya, Taya Iv speaks with Nikoletta Georgiou about her journey, from growing up on the small island of Cyprus to building a life through unexpected twists across the UK, Australia, and beyond. The conversation also dives into the honest realities of motherhood, including postpartum struggles, healing, and the profound love that comes with raising a child.

7. Advice From a Book Publicist - Kourtney Jason

In this episode of Talking With Taya, Taya Iv speaks with Kourtney Jason, the president and co-founder of Pacific & Court, a book publicity and digital marketing agency based in New York. Kourtney shares her journey from her early days as a journalist and magazine editor to founding her own book publicity agency. Pacific & Court: https://pacificandcourt.com/ [https://pacificandcourt.com/]

6. Beauty Content Creation - Krystal Lee

In this episode of Talking With Taya, Taya Iv speaks with Krystal Lee, a skincare expert, beauty content creator, and computer science PhD student who blends science, technology, and Korean beauty traditions in her work. Krystal shares how her lifelong passion for beauty evolved alongside her academic path in computer science, eventually turning her hobby into a thriving online platform. Krystal's work: https://www.instagram.com/krystallee22 [https://www.instagram.com/krystallee22]

5. Five Reinventions in One Life - Julien McRoberts

In this episode of Talking With Taya, Taya Iv speaks with Julien McRoberts, a talented photographer based in Paris. Julien shares her inspiring journey of reinvention, highlighting how she evolved through multiple careers (from interior design to fashion, casting, videography, animal welfare, and ultimately photography). She reflects on her experiences working with notable figures like Neil Armstrong and capturing the essence of her diverse subjects and locations. Julien’s work: https://www.julienmcroberts.com/ [https://www.julienmcroberts.com/]

4. The Relief of Missing Out - Rhiannon K.

In this episode of Talking With Taya, Taya Iv speaks with Rhiannon K., a fine art conceptual photographer based in Malaysia, about the personal experiences that shape her creative work and outlook on life. Rhiannon reflects on how photography began as a deeply personal form of self-expression during a challenging time in her teenage years and evolved into a creative diary fueled by poetry and faith. Rhiannon's work: https://www.instagram.com/rhiannonk.photography/