Ladies Who Launch is an empowering podcast serving up the aspirational journeys of women who have made their mark in the world of business.
Starting from scratch to cooking up empires, join our host, Rochelle Humes, as she dives into the successes and challenges faced by female entrepreneurs. Sink your teeth into the inspiring stories of those who have fearlessly pursued their dreams whilst dishing out invaluable insights to listeners.
Get ready to be motivated and uplifted as Rochelle elevates the voices of these extraordinary women, showcasing their resilience, creativity and a side of determination to launch.
This is your girls’ group chat for business and beyond.
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Ladies Who Launch is an empowering podcast serving up the aspirational journeys of women who have made their mark in the world of business.
Starting from scratch to cooking up empires, join our host, Rochelle Humes, as she dives into the successes and challenges faced by female entrepreneurs. Sink your teeth into the inspiring stories of those who have fearlessly pursued their dreams whilst dishing out invaluable insights to listeners.
Get ready to be motivated and uplifted as Rochelle elevates the voices of these extraordinary women, showcasing their resilience, creativity and a side of determination to launch.
This is your girls’ group chat for business and beyond.
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Welcome to my first solo episode as I reflect on my entrepreneurial journey, the lessons learned from building my brand My Little Coco, and the creation of this incredible empowering podcast community. In this episode, I share behind-the-scenes insights about starting and running a business, real talk on overcoming failures, how to build and grow the right team, setting boundaries, and managing the ups and downs of balancing motherhood and my career.
In this episode, I cover:
• Realities and behind the scenes of building of My Little Coco
• Launching, growing and building the Ladies Who Launch community
• How and when to build a team in business
• Finding the right partnerships
• Work-life balance and mum guilt
• Key lesson and advice for upcoming entrepreneurs
This episode is perfect for anyone interested in starting a business, business growth, mindset shifts, personal development, and authentic career stories.
We Are Ladies Who Launch!
CHAPTERS
00:00: Introduction
1:12: Starting My Little Coco
7:00: Trademark Issues & Rebranding
11:06: Building with a Small Team & Unique Business Structure
13:41: Why I Started the Podcast & The Power of Female Community
16:06: Self-Funding, Authenticity, and Evolving the Podcast
21:11: Reflections & Wins of 2025
24:30: Key Lessons & Advice for 2026
29:09: Advice on Building the Right Team and Taking Feedback
32:24: Setting Boundaries & Protecting Your Energy
36:24: What’s Next for 2026: Vision Board & Live Events
38:44: Time Management
41:51: Finding the Right Business Partner
43:48: Dealing with Setbacks
45:12: Juggling Work and Family/Mum Guilt
52:48: Favourite Salad Order
54:08: Final Advice: Taking Risks & Launching Your Ideas
57:21: Closing & Motivation for 2026
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How do you turn a childhood tradition into a 31-million-unit global phenomenon?
In this inspiring episode of Ladies Who Launch, Rochelle Humes sits down with Christa Pitts, co-founder of The Elf on the Shelf — a brand that transformed Christmas for families around the world. Christa opens up about the real startup story behind one of the most iconic holiday brands:
• How a family tradition became a bestselling product
• Why every major publisher rejected their book (including being told it was “destined for the damaged goods bin”)
• The scrappy, bootstrapped tactics that got their first 5,000 units made
• How a single paparazzi photo and an appearance on the TODAY Show changed everything
• The power of patience, storytelling, and word-of-mouth marketing
• Managing cashflow, saying “no” to the wrong partners, and building slow, sustainable growth
• How a small family business built its own production company, sold a Christmas special to CBS, and secured a balloon in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
• The mindset every founder needs: grit, resilience, and the courage to keep going when no one believes in your idea
If you’ve ever wondered how global brands are built from nothing, or you need a reminder to stay persistent, this episode will light a fire under you.
🔔 New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe so you never miss a launch.
Key talking points
00:00 — Meet Christa Pitts: Co-founder of The Elf on the Shelf
02:15 — The family tradition that sparked a global brand
05:42 — Every publisher said no (and why they kept going)
09:18 — Bootstrapping: the first 5,000 units
12:27 — Taking on debt and betting on themselves
15:50 — The moment everything changed: TODAY Show exposure
18:30 — From small business to global phenomenon
21:14 — Building a brand through storytelling
24:40 — Managing growth and protecting the mission
27:55 — Launching a production company and TV special
31:10 — Breaking into retail and surviving scaling challenges
34:42 — Leadership, doubt, and building confidence
38:55 — Advice for women building brands
42:10 — Slow growth, grit, and long-term success
45:02 — Christa’s advice for corporate women climbing the ladder
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In this episode of Ladies Who Launch, we sit down with Olivia Ferdi, co-founder and Chief Brand Officer of TRIP, the CBD brand that transformed an entire category and became one of the fastest-growing wellness businesses in the UK.
Olivia shares the powerful, unexpected journey that took her from a traditional career path, in law, to launching a company now stocked in major retailers and loved by millions. She opens up about navigating burnout, discovering CBD through a deeply personal experience, and realising there was a massive gap in the market for functional, mood-balancing products that actually fit into everyone’s lives.
We dive into:
• The moment that sparked the idea for TRIP
• How Olivia developed emotional resilience as a founder
• Why calm and clarity are superpowers in business
• The reality of fundraising and being underestimated
• What women need to know about leading with both softness and strength
• Building a company with your partner (and doing it well)
• How she handles pressure, imposter syndrome and visibility
• The habits and mindsets that helped TRIP scale
• Advice for aspiring founders and corporate women wanting to grow into leadership
This conversation blends mindset, strategy, wellness, and candid founder truths. Perfect for women building businesses, exploring entrepreneurship, or climbing the corporate ladder.
🎙️ Listen now on Ladies Who Launch. New episodes every week.
00:00 – Olivia Ferdi: TRIP co-founder and her mission
02:14 – Growing up, identity and early career expectations
05:02 – The personal crisis that led to TRIP
08:30 – Creating TRIP: spotting the gap in wellness
11:56 – Stigma, legality, and building trust in a taboo industry
15:42 – Emotional resilience: why calm is a superpower
19:20 – Working with your partner: boundaries, roles & reality
23:18 – Fundraising as a woman: being underestimated
27:33 – Scaling TRIP: community, brand and consistent execution
31:55 – Handling pressure & imposter syndrome
35:40 – CBD education: what people still misunderstand
39:12 – How Olivia leads with softness and strength
42:55 – Advice for aspiring founders
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In this episode of Ladies Who Launch, Rochelle Humes down with Susan Yara — journalist, beauty editor, YouTube creator, and founder of Naturium, acquired for $355 million — to unpack the extraordinary journey behind one of the most influential women in modern beauty.
Susan opens up about her upbringing in rural New Mexico, how being “the good kid” shaped her self-worth, and what it really took to break away from expectations to build a life on her own terms. From studying journalism to becoming one of the original beauty creators on YouTube, Susan shares the lessons, mistakes, and mindset shifts that helped her evolve through multiple career chapters.
We dive into:
• How Susan navigated identity, family pressure, and ambition
• The shift from traditional media to online video and influence
• Why transparency and accountability matter in beauty
• The reality of pitching, building, and scaling a brand
• The mindset that led to Naturium's $355M acquisition
• Motherhood, burnout, and choosing yourself
• Why women should “live in the cringe” and take up more space
• Her advice for aspiring founders and creators feeling stuck or scared to start
This episode is filled with honesty, depth, and the kind of perspective you only get from a woman who’s lived multiple lives — and reinvented herself every time.
Perfect for: aspiring female founders, corporate women contemplating a pivot, content creators, beauty lovers, and anyone who needs permission to be bold, imperfect, and unapologetically ambitious.
KEY TOPICS AND TIMECODES
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In this powerful episode of Ladies Who Launch, Rochelle sits down with Bryony Basse (neé Deery), her Cloucha matcha co-founder, wellness expert, podcaster, and founder and creator of Pilates By Bryony — the global wellness platform transforming how women move, strengthen, and reconnect with themselves.
Bryony shares her deeply personal story:
• Growing up with instability and anxiety
• Her life-changing accident which led her to Pilates
• Navigating burnout in her corporate years
• How Pilates became her anchor, and then her calling
• Building a digital wellness brand with global impact
• The discipline and mindset behind her success
• The truth about wellness, routine, and inner work
This episode is raw, grounding, and inspiring — the kind of conversation that reminds you it’s never too late to rebuild, reroute, or rise.
🎙️ Listen now on Ladies Who Launch — new episodes every week.
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https://www.pilatesbybryony.com/
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You don’t need to be “techy” to thrive in the age of AI — you just need to know where to start.
In this empowering Launch Box episode of Ladies Who Launch, Rochelle Humes sits down with Chloe Watts, founder of ChloéDigital, to demystify AI and show how women can use it to save time, scale their businesses, and unlock creative freedom.
From coding MySpace pages at 15 to “vibe coding” — where women can build websites and apps just by typing — Chloe’s journey proves that technology is no longer a barrier. It’s a bridge.
They talk:
💡 How AI can streamline your business and reduce burnout
💻 The truth about “AI taking jobs” and why women should lean in
✨ The new wave of female founders using AI to create change
Whether you’re a creative, entrepreneur, or leader in corporate, this conversation will leave you feeling informed, inspired, and ready to build the future on your own terms.
FOLLOW CHLOE
https://www.instagram.com/chloeadelia/
https://www.instagram.com/chloedigital.ai/
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Chloe Digital’s Tech Journey
[00:00:12] – [00:02:59]
Founding the Business & Empowering Women
[00:05:01] – [00:07:26]
Adapting to AI and Changing Client Demands
[00:08:05] – [00:13:06]
AI Fears vs. Empowerment
[00:13:07] – [00:16:30]
Practical AI Tips for Entrepreneurs
[00:15:49] – [00:18:55]
Human Element in AI
[00:19:58] – [00:21:37]
Vibe Coding: AI for Website & App Creation
[00:21:46] – [00:25:14]
AI Success Stories & Streamlining Workflows
[00:28:05] – [00:29:55]
Actionable Takeaways
[00:38:57] – [00:46:49]
Resources
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Marisa Hordern turned a childhood love of crystals into MISSOMA, now one of the world’s leading jewellery brands. In this episode of Ladies Who Launch, Marisa sits down with Rochelle Humes to reveal how she grew a global business from her kitchen table, navigated tough industry “wilderness years,” and stayed true to her creative vision.
She shares the truth behind startup struggles, lessons on building a strong team culture, and the importance of trusting your instincts. From overcoming burnout to scaling with limited resources, Marisa’s journey is packed with practical advice and inspiring real talk for founders and creatives alike.
If you’re curious how to launch and lead a brand on your own terms, this episode is full of actionable insights and motivation. Hit subscribe and join us for another empowering conversation!
Key Talking Points
00:12: Introduction & Marisa Hordern’s Beginnings
05:35: School Years & Finding Purpose
10:23: First Job & Corporate Life
12:46: Launching MISSOMA
23:40: Scaling Up & Raising Investment
39:17: Burnout & Rebirth
43:18: Digital & Influencer Shift
51:42: Team Building & Culture
52:53: Women’s Health & Advocacy
01:00:25: Founder Evolution
01:06:44: Rocket Round
01:15:32: Final Advice & Lunch Habits
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MISSOMA: https://www.instagram.com/missomalondon/
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✨ About Ladies Who Launch
Hosted by Rochelle Humes, Ladies Who Launch dives into the untold stories of female founders, leaders, and changemakers redefining success in their own words. Expect real conversations, honest lessons, and plenty of inspiration to help you launch whatever’s next — in business and in life.
🔗 Watch full episodes on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts.
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Discover how Anastasia Soare turned one brilliant idea — the perfect brow — into a global beauty powerhouse.
When Anastasia Soare arrived in America, she barely spoke English and had $200 to her name. Today, she’s the founder of Anastasia Beverly Hills, one of the most influential beauty brands on the planet.
In this episode, Rochelle Humes uncovers the incredible journey behind the woman who redefined eyebrows and built a $3 billion business from the ground up. Anastasia opens up about her early days as an immigrant, the moment she spotted an untapped opportunity in the beauty industry, and the powerful lessons she learned about resilience, self-belief, and doing every job in your business.
This is more than a beauty story — it’s a masterclass in building something iconic from nothing.
Tune in for real talk, raw lessons, and inspiration to build your own version of success.
Key Talking Points
1. Early Life in Romania & Lessons in Resilience
00:01:25 – 00:07:22
2. Immigrating & Adapting to Life in America
00:11:08 – 00:15:32
3. Entering the Beauty Industry
00:17:23 – 00:19:45
4. Eyebrow Technique & Business Foundation
00:19:45 – 00:22:30
5. Starting and Growing Her Own Salon
00:23:05 – 00:27:56
6. Press, Celebrities & Oprah Winfrey Moment
00:30:01 – 00:33:01
7. Launching Products & Scaling
00:33:21 – 00:43:05
8. Advice for Entrepreneurs
00:53:31 – 00:54:39
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https://www.instagram.com/anastasiasoare/
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From Manchester market stalls to Head of Global Business at Meta, Nicola Mendelsohn joins Rochelle Humes to share her inspirational journey—rooted in family, entrepreneurial spirit, and a drive to break barriers. Nicola reveals how her upbringing shaped her career, how she built her confidence in male-dominated settings, and the lessons learned balancing motherhood with leadership.
In this episode, Nicola demystifies how AI can help women build and grow their businesses, shares honest insights on overcoming imposter syndrome, and explains what makes a great leader. Packed with practical advice, candid stories, and future-facing tech tips, this is essential listening for female founders, aspiring entrepreneurs, and anyone ready to level up their career.
From championing women in business to the exciting future of AI at Meta, Nicola Mendelsohn’s perspective offers inspiration and actionable advice you don’t want to miss.
Key Talking Points
Family & Early Entrepreneurial Influence
[00:00:59] – [00:04:13]
Education, Breaking into Advertising
[00:04:13] – [00:06:40]
Career Growth & Mentorship at BBH
[00:06:40] – [00:08:13]
Motherhood & Work-Life Balance
[00:08:13] – [00:13:53]
Women in Business: Challenges & Support
[00:13:53] – [00:19:18]
Entrepreneurship, Curiosity & Networking
[00:16:05] – [00:21:10]
Celebrating Wins & Overcoming Barriers
[00:21:10] – [00:23:55]
AI: Myths, Opportunities, and Meta’s Tools
[00:25:15] – [00:33:59]
Tech’s Future for Founders
[00:35:04] – [00:39:32]
Leadership Style & Self-Care
[00:39:32] – [00:45:21]
Quickfire Advice & Tips for Launching
[00:45:21] – [00:52:52]
FOLLOW NICOLA
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What does it really take to launch a fashion brand that stands out? Fisayo Longe, founder of KAI Collective, joins Rochelle Humes to share her remarkable journey from entrepreneurial beginnings in Nigeria to becoming one of London’s most innovative fashion voices.
Fisayo talks openly about her culture-driven confidence, pivoting from accounting to style, and the product flops and viral moments that shaped her brand. She reveals the lessons she learned about asking the right questions, building community, and the importance of having a unique selling point. Rochelle and Fisayo discuss overcoming burnout, trusting your instincts, and how empowering women starts with telling bold stories.
Packed with real talk, honest advice, and insider perspective, this episode is a must for anyone wanting to launch on their own terms—and build something unforgettable.
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https://www.instagram.com/fisayolonge/
https://www.tiktok.com/@fisayolonge
KAI Collective: https://kaicollective.com/
https://www.instagram.com/kaicollective/
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KEY TALKING POINTS
1. Early Life and Entrepreneurial Spirit
[00:00:15] – [00:03:21]
2. Academic Journey and Switch to Fashion
[00:07:22] – [00:10:43]
3. Starting the KAI Collective
[00:11:02] – [00:14:38]
4. Learning from Failure and Product Validation
[00:14:47] – [00:19:44]
5. Business Growth, the Gaia Dress, and Product Breakthroughs
[00:22:38] – [00:25:38]
6. Finding Hero Products & Listening to Your Audience
[00:26:15] – [00:28:24]
7. Empowerment, Community, and Brand Storytelling
[00:30:49] – [00:33:54]
8. From Founder-Led to Brand-Led
[00:33:54] – [00:36:42]
9. Direct-to-Consumer vs. Retail: Scaling Sustainably in Fashion
[00:41:46] – [00:46:31]
10. Leadership, Building Teams, and Company Culture
[00:47:19] – [00:52:57]
11. Burnout and High Achiever Mentality
[00:54:53] – [01:02:22]
12. What’s Next for KAI Collective
[01:02:35] – [01:04:43]
13. Rocket Round
[01:04:51] – [01:15:08]
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From collecting rose petals as a child to creating one of the UK’s most iconic skincare brands, Sarah Chapman's path is all about passion, innovation, and grit. In this episode of Ladies Who Launch, Rochelle Humes chats with Sarah about her journey from experimenting with homemade face masks to delivering sought-after facials and developing her Skinesis range.
Sarah reveals how moving around the world shaped her adaptable mindset, why she studied everything from makeup to cosmetic science, and how she accidentally launched her own clinic from her living room. She opens up about overcoming setbacks, sticking to her vision, and blending luxury with efficacy in her products.
If you’re interested in launching your own business, love beauty, or want an inside look at what it really takes to succeed, you’ll find practical insights, honest advice, and inspiration in Sarah’s story. Don’t miss this episode about believing in yourself, redefining success, and building a brand that stands the test of time.
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https://www.instagram.com/sarahchapmanlondon/
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What happens when chronic illness changes everything you know about food?
In this episode of Ladies Who Launch, host Rochelle Humes sits down with Caragh Keane—the founder of SUPERKEEN, the cleanest cereal on the market. Caragh shares how her lupus diagnosis inspired her shift from primary school teacher to entrepreneur and led her to create a breakfast brand for kids and adults with ingredient anxieties.
Rochelle and Caragh talk about the realities of building a business while managing health challenges, winning innovation grants, and getting SUPERKEEN onto the shelves of Whole Foods, Planet Organic, and beyond. Caragh also opens up about receiving early support from her family (including a business loan from her dad, Roy Keane), and why values and clean ingredients are at the heart of her brand.
Packed with honest advice and practical inspiration, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone dreaming of launching a purpose-led business—or just looking for proof that tough times can spark big ideas.
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https://www.instagram.com/caraghkeane/
SUPERKEEN: https://www.instagram.com/superkeenfoods/
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This week on Ladies Who Launch, serial entrepreneur Marcia Kilgore joins Rochelle Humes to share her one-of-a-kind journey from small-town Canada to launching global icons like Bliss Spa, Soap & Glory, FitFlop, and Beauty Pie.
Marcia reveals how a difficult childhood sparked her entrepreneurial fire, why she’s always been a problem solver, and the real story behind building a waitlisted spa from scratch. Hear how she disrupted the beauty industry—over and over again—by trusting her gut, owning her story, and only creating what she truly believed in.
Tune in for honest talk about pivots, building teams, copycat brands, and letting go of your “babies.” Marcia’s practical advice, candid mindset, and knack for spotting opportunity make this a must-listen for founders, brand builders, and anyone dreaming of launching their own thing.
If you’ve ever wondered how to keep innovating, and why trusting your instincts matters most, this conversation is packed with inspiration, wisdom, and game-changing business lessons.
FOLLOW MARCIA KILGORE
https://www.instagram.com/marcia.kilgore/
Beauty Pie: https://www.instagram.com/beautypie/
FitFlop: https://www.instagram.com/fitflop/
Soap& Glory: https://www.instagram.com/soapandglory/
Bliss: https://www.instagram.com/bliss/
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What if your next career move was just a 60-second pitch away?
In this Launch Box episode of Ladies Who Launch podcast, Rochelle Humes sits down with Suz Bannister and Lamees Butt, the powerhouse co-founders of RISER — the networking and mentorship platform built for ambitious people.
They reveal:
✨ How they turned a lightbulb idea into a fast-growing, female-led tech startup
✨ The 3-step framework for a killer elevator pitch
✨ Why CVs are outdated and how RISER is reinventing hiring
✨ Confidence hacks everyone needs to stand out and get hired
If you’ve ever wondered how to pitch yourself, build a network from scratch, or land your next big opportunity, this episode is your launchpad.
Whether you’re job-hunting, growing your side hustle, or looking for mentorship, you’ll get practical tips and inspiring stories from two women who are rewriting the rules.
Subscribe for more episodes of Ladies Who Launch — the podcast sharing unfiltered stories and career advice from women in business.
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https://www.instagram.com/suz.bannister_/
https://www.instagram.com/lameesbutt/
https://www.instagram.com/theriserapp/
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Lemon Fuller, founder of Lemonade Dolls, joins Rochelle Humes to share her journey from fearless performer to the force behind the UK’s fastest-growing lingerie brand. Lemon opens up about her unconventional path, from childhood dance studios and music tours to launching a raw Instagram community that evolved into a vibrant, inclusive business redefining empowerment in fashion.
Discover how Lemon turned personal setbacks into purpose, the story behind her industry-shaking fuller-cup bralette, and why listening to her community has been key to her explosive growth. Lemon and Rochelle dive into the highs and lows of startup life, learning leadership on the fly, breaking through male-dominated boardrooms, and leading with unstoppable self-belief.
If you’re looking for true founder insights, inspiration to launch your own venture, or just love a real underdog-to-industry-leader story, this episode is packed with energy, honesty, and practical wisdom you can use.
Follow and join us for more incredible stories from ladies who’ve launched.
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https://www.instagram.com/lemonfuller/
Lemonade Dolls: https://www.instagram.com/lemonadedolls/
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How do you turn a scientific breakthrough into a global luxury skincare brand? In this episode of Ladies Who Launch, Eva Alexandridis shares her inspiring journey starting with humble beginnings in Bulgaria, studying abroad, and teaming up with her husband to create 111SKIN.
Host Rochelle Humes dives deep with Eva on working with family, bringing true innovation to the beauty industry, and the years of hard work it took to stand out in a crowded market. Eva opens up about early challenges, the power of intuition, and how word-of-mouth among makeup artists and Harrods helped spark a cult following.
Whether you’re dreaming of launching your own brand, obsessed with great skincare, or simply fascinated by founders who disrupt the norm, this episode is packed with honest advice and inspiring stories about working hard, growth, and the art of lasting innovation.
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From decorating her first room at age 12 to redefining the world of interiors, Kelly Hoppen CBE has become a household name and an inspiration for creatives everywhere. In this episode of Ladies Who Launch, Kelly joins Rochelle Humes for an honest, energising conversation about her extraordinary journey from teenage entrepreneur to Britain’s most recognisable interior designer.
Kelly shares how her unique upbringing—surrounded by fashion, art, and her mother’s entrepreneurial spirit—ignited her creative passion and confidence to launch a business at just 16. She opens up about overcoming bullying at school, the turning points that shaped her signature style, and how she navigated business growth, motherhood, and the pressure of building a self-titled brand.
From finding your authentic power and building world-class teams, to licensing, leading with vulnerability, and making luxury design accessible for all, Kelly mixes decades of wisdom with fresh, practical advice for anyone dreaming of launching their own thing. There’s real talk on setbacks, learning to lead (not just run) your business, and the importance of protecting your “diamond” idea when the world gets noisy.
Whether you’re a design lover, a founder, or just looking for inspiration from one of the UK’s most creative business minds, Kelly’s story proves you can build a dream career and stay true to yourself every step of the way.
If you’ve ever asked what it takes to put your name on the map and create lasting impact in your industry, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.
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Trigger warning: this episode touches on eating disorders. Please take care whilst listening.
In this episode of Ladies Who Launch, Rochelle Humes sits down with Emily English—nutritionist, bestselling cookbook author, and founder of epetōme. Emily shares her journey from a chaotic family life and struggles with disordered eating as a young model, to retraining in nutrition and building a thriving business online.
Listen as Emily reveals how honest, science-backed recipes won her a devoted Instagram following, how her audience inspired her best-selling books, and the process behind launching her gut health brand, epetōme. The conversation covers brand strategy, knowing your audience, and the real work behind making an impact in the wellness space.
Emily also opens up about the realities of entrepreneurship—finding the right team, learning to delegate, and staying true to your mission. Her story is full of practical advice for anyone looking to launch a business, make a difference, or just cook better food.
If you’re interested in wellness, entrepreneurship, or simply want inspiration from someone who’s built their brand from scratch, this episode is a must-listen.
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In this inspiring episode of Ladies Who Launch, Rochelle Humes sits down with Amy Liu, founder of cult beauty brand, Tower 28. Amy shares how her struggle with eczema and years working behind the scenes in the beauty industry led her to create a a clean-beauty brand transforming sensitive skin care.
From her Midwest upbringing as the daughter of Taiwanese immigrants to launching Tower 28 at age 40, Amy opens up about overcoming doubts, raising her first investment without a business plan, and the realities of building a brand as a working mum. She talks candidly about imposter syndrome, hiring for energy, and balancing ambition with well-being.
If you want honest advice and practical founder wisdom from a woman who created success on her own terms, this episode with Amy Liu is not to be missed.
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Victoria Jenkins went from a tiny village in Oxfordshire to leading a movement in the fashion world as the founder of Unhidden—an adaptive clothing brand making style accessible for all.
In this episode of Ladies Who Launch, she joins Rochelle Humes for an honest, inspiring conversation about turning personal experience into purpose. From fashion school in East London to multiple life-changing surgeries, Victoria shares how a moment in hospital opened her eyes to the lack of fashionable options for disabled people, and sparked a mission to change it.
They dive into the behind-the-scenes of building Unhidden: from overcoming industry bias and fundraising as a disabled founder, to her Dragons’ Den appearance, and designing an inclusive collection with Primark.
Subscribe for more powerful stories from women who launch their dreams, and don’t forget to tune in next week for another episode of Ladies Who Launch.
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