She's Lost Control

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She's Lost Control

Camila Holden-Ayala

12 episodes

1 week ago

On this episode of She’s Lost Control, Janay Marie — award-winning cultural producer, strategic marketer, and founder of TALLAWAH Agency — shares her journey of building a purpose-driven career at the intersection of culture, creativity, and community. From her early career at Sony Music and TikTok, where she led diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and championed authentic representation in influencer marketing, to founding TALLAWAH Agency, a creative consultancy amplifying Cari...

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Episodes (12/12)

She's Lost Control

From TikTok to TALLAWAH: Janay Marie on Mentorship, Representation & Building Her Agency

1 week ago

53 minutes

She's Lost Control

From Journalism Dreams to Marketing Leadership — Lottie Unwin

Lottie Unwin, Founder of Up World, Brand Hackers, and Up Talent, joins us to unpack what it really takes to build a thriving career in marketing. From her start in student journalism to leadership roles at Procter & Gamble and fast-paced startups, Lottie’s journey is a masterclass in strategy, hard work, and authenticity. We discuss: 💡 How journalism sparked her passion for marketing and leadership 🏢 Lessons learned from Procter & Gamble and agency life 🚀 What startu...

2 weeks ago

40 minutes

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From YouTube to Latina Leader & Community Builder — Katya Rivas

At fifteen, Katya Rivas started a YouTube channel that sparked a lifelong journey of creativity, culture, and connection. Now the founder of Latina Society, she’s built a thriving space for Latinas in the UK to find inspiration, confidence, and community. In this episode, we discuss: Finding creative inspiration and purpose through content creationNavigating cultural transitions and starting over abroadBuilding and growing a supportive community from scratchThe power of self-learning and upsk...

3 weeks ago

46 minutes

She's Lost Control

Finding Purpose in Journalism: Cherise Hamiliton-Stephenson on Investigative Reporting & Representation

How do you build a journalism career with purpose? In this episode of She’s Lost Control, Cherise Hamilton - Stephenson — an investigative broadcast journalist from South London — shares her journey from studying business and financial economics to producing award-winning work across BBC World Service, ITV News, and Channel 4. Cherise talks about how a traineeship at the Roundhouse ignited her passion for storytelling, leading her to uncover underreported stories and give a platform to underr...

4 weeks ago

1 hour 1 minute

She's Lost Control

From Copywriter to Creative Leader: Casey Bird on Curiosity, Confidence & Career

How do you build a creative career that evolves with you? In this episode of She’s Lost Control, Casey Bird shares her journey from copywriting to creative leadership — exploring how psychology, curiosity, and courage have shaped her path through advertising and beyond. From the origins of her creative spark to navigating agency life, balancing business with creativity, and harnessing AI to enhance ideas, Casey offers practical insights for thriving in the modern creative industry. She also o...

1 month ago

44 minutes

She's Lost Control

From Stage to Startup: Kangwa Saili on Building Confidence and Turning Creativity Into a Career

This week on She’s Lost Control, Cam sits down with Kangwa Saili — creative entrepreneur and co-founder of Clits, Tits and Other Bits — to unpack what it really takes to turn creativity into a sustainable career. Kangwa’s journey began in performing arts and evolved into freelancing and, eventually, launching her own business during lockdown. In this inspiring episode, she shares insights on creative entrepreneurship, building confidence, and backing your ideas even when fear tries to hold yo...

1 month ago

52 minutes

She's Lost Control

Building a Career Without a Blueprint: Adela Makowska on Growth & Learning

On this episode of She’s Lost Control, Adela Makowska shares how she has built her career through drive, creativity, and a commitment to constant learning. From leading talent strategy and execution for major campaigns — including New Balance x END Clothing’s Grey Day, Under Armour’s Unstoppable launch, and The North Face’s Climb Festival — Adela’s journey is a masterclass in creating career experience without a predefined blueprint. Topics covered include: Building career experience with int...

1 month ago

55 minutes

She's Lost Control

Finding Your Voice in Journalism: Yolanthe Fawehinmi’s Journey to National Media

In this episode of She’s Lost Control, host Cam Holden-Ayala is joined by Yolanthe Fawehinmi, Senior Lifestyle Reporter at PA Media, who’s built a career telling powerful, human-centred stories across film, TV, and culture. Yolanthe opens up about her journey from The Telegraph’s editorial graduate scheme to national media — sharing how she found her voice, built confidence, and carved out a path that champions underrepresented communities. We dive into: ⚡ Navigating the world of journa...

2 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

She's Lost Control

Thriving in PR: Bold Moves & Big Lessons with MC Minter

How do you build a career in PR that’s fearless, flexible, and true to you? In this episode, I’m joined by MC (Marie Claire) Minter, a PR professional whose career has spanned agency life, in-house comms, and freelancing — working with global brands like KFC, Puma, Monster Energy, and Subway. We explore: ⚡ Why backing yourself is the most important career move you can make ⚡ The lessons learned from agency, in-house, and freelance PR roles ⚡ How to push yourself outside your...

2 months ago

49 minutes

She's Lost Control

Breaking the Mold: Livvy Moore on Creativity and Leading with Impact

This week on She’s Lost Control, Creative Director and founder of Blank Page, Livvy Moore, joins the conversation. From shaping global campaigns for brands like Dickies, Puma, Eastpak, and Under Armour, to receiving a commendation for the Campaign Allyship Award earlier this year, Livvy has made her mark as both a creative force and a fearless advocate for inclusivity in the industry. But what makes Livvy extraordinary goes beyond the work. She’s using her platform to uplift young women, the ...

2 months ago

54 minutes

She's Lost Control

From Blogger to Boss: Brenda Juliet on Owning Your Path

Brenda Juliet’s career is living proof that you don’t have to follow anyone else’s rulebook. She started out as a music blogger for LinkUpTV, moved into the world of tech PR, and discovered a love for strategy and storytelling that ultimately inspired her to co-found MYBLAQBOOK — now one of the UK’s most respected music, entertainment, and culture PR agencies. Along the way, Brenda launched Girls In Power, a platform dedicated to empowering women in creative industries, and earned recognition...

3 months ago

57 minutes

She's Lost Control

Ditching the Rulebook: How Ellisha Clapham Built E.S Collective

Ever wondered what it’s really like to swap the security of big-brand comms for building your own thing? Ellisha Clapham has worked in influencer marketing and PR for Topshop, New Look & Gym King, before moving into talent management — and eventually launching her own boutique PR & Talent Agency, E.S Collective, which hit five figures in its first six months. In this episode, we talk about breaking away from “expected” career paths, reframing hustle culture, and designing a working li...

3 months ago

1 hour 1 minute