In this impromptu episode I chat about the broken ceasefire and shared a message of steadfastness and hope for activists and supporters of Palestine. I introduced the Arabic word "(صمود) Sumud," meaning steadfastness, and reflected on the importance of taking action, no matter how small, in the face of despair. I also unveiled a new direction for the podcast: a podcast review concept! Key Takeaways: The importance of steadfastness (Sumud) in the face of challenges. Anger can be a catalyst for ac...
Mar 20, 2025•7 min•Ep. 105
I'm back! After a long hiatus, I'm excited to be back behind the mic and share my plans for the future of the What She Said podcast. I've missed podcasting and I'm excited to start this new journey with you. I'll be doing a mix of interviews and solo chats on a variety of topics, including working as a parent, imposter syndrome, neurodiversity, and more. I'm also looking forward to having some of my friends on as guests. I'm really excited to see where this new journey takes us. In the meantime,...
Jan 28, 2025•3 min
What happened when I abandoned my cart and a savvy business owner asked me a question? I bought my dream dress AND created my new favourite content strategy (and, I think, it's pretty ADHD friendly too. If you liked this episode let me know AND please leave a rating and review on your podcatcher (Apple Podcasts, Spotify etc etc) And if you'd like to find out how I can help you start the podcast of your dreams get in touch OR join my free Launch Your Podcast course . This podcast uses the followi...
Oct 01, 2023•8 min
In today's episode, I chat with my friend and client https://www.lizmosley.net/ (Liz Mosley about branding)! Liz is a graphic designer specialising in branding for small businesses and she's passionate about helping them helping them tell their stories through beautiful accessible branding. Find Liz online: https://lizmosley.net/ (@lizmmosley) Listen to her podcast, https://podfollow.com/1551980473 (Building Your Brand.) Find me online: https://lucylucraft.co.uk/ (@lucylucraft) Do you want to st...
Mar 03, 2023•44 min
In what is probably my favourite chat ever I interview https://kerijarvis.com/links/ (Keri Jarvis) about her journey from girl boss to intersectional feminist and the messy journey those of us working online take. Buckle in! Find Keri online: https://kerijarvis.com/ (@keri_i_jarvis) Buy her workshop, https://hustling-pioneer-6261.ck.page/products/business-but-make-it-feminist-work (Business but Make it Feminist) Find me online: https://lucylucraft.co.uk/ (@lucylucraft) Do you want to start a pod...
Feb 14, 2023•37 min
What She Said is finally BACK. Here's what to expect from future episodes and how to stay up to date. Follow me on Instagram or TikTok: @lucylucraft I'm a podcast producer! Here's how to work with me: https://lucylucraft.co.uk/services-page/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 30, 2022•2 min
Today is a little different as I share how I started a running practice that's been going strong for over a decade. Full show notes and episode transcript here: https://lucylucraft.co.uk/podcast-page/ Episode links: Work with me: https://lucylucraft.co.uk/services-page/ Instagram: @lucylucraft Get your https://bit.ly/3sW5L6B (FREE DIY podcast ebook here.) Instagram Pinterest Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 02, 2022•12 min
Episode correction: Nova Reid did have interest and publishing offers prior to June 2020. This oversight was Frankie's mistake and she would like to apologise to Nova for the error. Author Frankie Thompson tells me about her journey to self publishing her books and the lessons she's learned about the industry along the way. We also talk about her anti racism journey and how it felt to have the rug pulled from you when global pandemic nixes your travel blogging career. If you need a dose of caree...
Feb 22, 2022•45 min
In this episode I talk you through my top TEN ways to get more podcast listeners because that's the goal right?! Throughout the episode I mention this accompanying blog post where you can find the resources I mention: https://bit.ly/3fYDJQp. Full show notes and episode transcript here: https://lucylucraft.co.uk/podcast Episode links: Tailwind (aff): http://bit.ly/lucytailwind Wavve (aff): https://bit.ly/lucywavve Dubsado (aff): https://bit.ly/lucydubsado Work with me: https://lucylucraft.co.uk/s...
Feb 07, 2022•15 min
In this episode I chat all about branding with designer Liz Mosley. We delve into the importance of boundaries in self employment and ramble about the working motherhood conundrum. It's a juicy episode full of giggles and wisdom! Full show notes and episode transcript here: https://lucylucraft.co.uk/podcast-page/ About my guest Liz Mosley is a graphic designer with over 12 years experience and now specialises in creating creative branding and animated GIFS for small business owners. She also hos...
Jan 24, 2022•50 min
Hello! I'm back and so happy to be recording episodes again! Expect a couple of episodes each month (all being well!) How do you feel about investing in your business? Icky, sweaty, super spendy?! Probably a bit of all of them. In this lovely mini episode I share my experience of spending too much and too little and my process now. Join my FREE workshop: https://lucylucraft.co.uk/freepodcastworkshop/ Full show notes and episode transcript here: https://lucylucraft.co.uk/episode/S6E1 Episode link...
Jan 10, 2022•9 min
(BONUS EPISODE) This week I talk with Ali Buckley, the content creator behind the magical Instagram feed She Made Magic. As ever we discuss motherhood, business and intersectionality. We talked about: raising boys to be more than just allies pivoting to freelance life juggling work and motherhood creating courses and sharing knowledge online I have a whole lot of time for Ali, who is both talented and fiercely human. For me, she really creates content and educates from a place of authenticity an...
Mar 23, 2021•33 min
Eeek, I'm a bit nervous to share this one but here goes nothing! Today I'm sharing the parenting styles I don't subscribe to, and some parenting techniques I love! Find me on Twitter and Instagram @lucylucraft or at my blog www.lucylucraft.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 20, 2020•12 min
Today I'm chatting about my (not so) guilty secrets or the most off brand things about me. Mentioned: Emily Norris | https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoRjU4d7HkAIZnNWa_mZjpVM8HcU9xz2c Mrs Hinch Kerry Whelpdale | https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsI7ykQFJeSb8dm1L6yQoLrrduqEGSMpx TOMM | https://www.instagram.com/the_organised_mum/ Find me on Twitter and Instagram @lucylucraft or at my blog www.lucylucraft.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 05, 2020•5 min
I'm back with a brand new series of PODMAS and I am so excited to be podcasting again. In this episode I chat through my favourite productivity tools as a freelance journalist and podcast producer. All of them are totally transferable and will hopefully save you time in your job. I'll be hopping in every other day until Christmas because podcasts are the antidote to Covid right? Find me on Twitter and Instagram @lucylucraft or at my blog www.lucylucraft.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...
Dec 01, 2020•8 min
I fangirl over the amazing Amanda Appiagyei as we chat all things branding, productivity and and ditching the idea there is a blueprint we need to follow to be successful. Amanda is one of my favourite people on the internet and, in my opinion, is COMPLETELY underrated - those who know her, love her, and those who don't are missing out. Alongside her web design and branding business she also creates INCREDIBLE https://amandaappiagyei.com/template-shop/ (Trello templates), brand clarity mentoring...
Aug 14, 2020•55 min
It's another parenting chat as I discuss all things home education with author, doula and parenting educator https://fridabemighty.com/ (Eloise Rickman). We talked about home educating, why it's not for everyone and doesn't have to be forever. Eloise also shared her thoughts on privilege and the responsibility white home educators have in making the space accessible and safe for everyone. And we discuss her brand new book https://www.waterstones.com/book/extraordinary-parenting/eloise-rickman/97...
Jul 01, 2020•58 min
This week I explore the concept of life without school with author, educator and activist Lucy Aitkenread. We talk about the GAME CHANGING parenting concept of Sites of Mutual Fulfilment and why we absolutely HAVE to put ourselves first and chase those endorphins as parents. We also discuss privilege within home education and how to make those spaces safe for marginalised folk. ** please note that we recorded this prior to the deaths of George Floyd, Belly Mujinja and Breanna Taylor (amongst oth...
Jun 19, 2020•59 min
This week I talk to photographer and author Penny Wincer about the imperfect art of caring. We talk about her experience of caring for a parent and a child and take a deep dive into why she *almost* didn't write her book. It's a brilliant episode and I hope you enjoy it. L x Chat to me on Instagram > @lucylucraft Read my blog > lucylucraft.co.uk/blog And find Penny here > https://www.instagram.com/pennywincer/ (https://www.instagram.com/pennywincer) Buy Penny's book Tender: (affil) >...
May 26, 2020•44 min
This week I chat with the awesome powerhouse Ingrid Fernandez of DecandDash legal consulting. She demystifies all the business bits for us! Contracts, TandC's, invoices and how to protect yourself as a business owner in a global pandemic (and everyday) It was an eye opener of an episode and I hope you all love it! Join my Patreon community > Patreonl.com/lucylucraft Chat to me on Instagram > @lucylucraft Read my blog > lucylucraft.com/blog And find Ingrid here > https://www.instagram...
May 08, 2020•43 min
This week I chat with Anti-Racism campaigner and speaker Nova Reid. We talked about how she came to her work in anti-racism, the reason and truth behind why we all need to acknowledge our privilege, get uncomfortable and start challenging our inner 'ism's. This is a really inspiring episode I LOVED recording so I hope you enjoy it too. You can find full show notes here > https://lucylucraft.co.uk/s5e2/ (https://lucylucraft.co.uk/s5e3/) Trigger warning: Racism Support my work on Patreon here &...
Apr 24, 2020•34 min
This week I chat with Frankie Thompson, a blogger, author and affirmation card enthusiast, all about how motherhood has derailed our careers. And why that's not necessarily a bad thing. Trigger warning: PND, birth trauma Support my work on Patreon here > https://www.patreon.com/lucylucraft (https://www.patreon.com/lucylucraft) Come say hello on Instagram @lucylucraft or read my blog > https://lucylucraft.co.uk/ (https://lucylucraft.co.uk/) Find Frankie on Instagram @asthebirdfliesblog and ...
Apr 10, 2020•44 min
HELLO! And a huge welcome back to What She Said from ME! It's been a while hasn't it? The year is 2020 and the UK (and much of the world) is in lockdown due to the Coronavirus pandemic. But I'm back with a brand new series. Here's what to expect from What She Said. Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucylucraft/ (https://www.instagram.com/lucylucraft/) Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lucylucraft (https://www.patreon.com/lucylucraft) Big love. L xoxo Hosted on...
Mar 30, 2020•12 min
Full show notes here >https://lucylucraft.com/s4e13/ (https://lucylucraft.com/s4e13/) It's the PENULTIMATE episode! Sad face? Happy face?! Todays solo episode is all about EMAIL LISTS! Why you should have one, how to get started and my best tips from building my own over the past five years. Enjoy! L x REFERENCED IN THE EPISODE https://elizabethgoddard.co.uk/ (Elizabeth Goddard) (ConvertKit) https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/259256?reveal_response=yes ( Black maternal health petition) ...
Aug 05, 2019•19 min
Find full show notes at lucylucraft.com/s4e12 In this week's episode I chat with Sarah Starrs about how she became such a kick-ass virtual assistant (VA), navigating childcare, beating the ups and downs of freelancer income. She started out blogging and creating courses/coaching before burning out and taking a meander into nannying (we talk about that more here) before she settled into VA life. Sarah is a truly incredible VA and I love how she gets over the feast to famine using client retainers...
Jul 29, 2019•33 min
Hey hey! This has been a little hair-raising....I just recorded Monday's episode and it is FRIDAY. Eeek. I'm usually way more organised than this! Anyway this week is all about how I juggle work and motherhood, which, lemme tell you is an oxymoron because I definitely don't do it well! If you liked, nay, LOVED this episode and the podcast in general, please think about doing one of the following things….leaving a rating or a review on iTunes. It’s a faff but it’s free and makes a big difference ...
Jul 15, 2019•16 min
Read full show notes at https://lucylucraft.com/s4e10 (https://lucylucraft.com/s4e10) I chat with nutrition and lifestyle coach Rose White all about diet culture myths, thin privilege and what she thinks about veganism. TRIGGER WARNING > We discuss various eating disorders from a personal POV. If you liked this episode please rate/review on Apple Podcasts https://www.patreon.com/lucylucraft (or support me on Patreon)! You could leave a $1 tip in the tip jar or sign up for a monthly contributi...
Jul 08, 2019•46 min
Read full show notes at lucylucraft.com/s4e9 In this week's episode I share exactly how I earn money (and how much) from my tiny blog. It's very no BS and I'm completely transparent so.....enjoy! 5* REVIEWS THIS WEEK BIG thanks to HumRose, AnnaBee6, MyCustardPie and Bekahloveslula who all left 5* reviews this week :) Leaving a review makes a big difference to whether What She Said is buried in the iTunes ether or not so THANKS :) Support me and get exclusive content, early access to podcast epis...
Jul 01, 2019•15 min
Full show notes at lucylucraft.com/s4e7 In this solo episode I chat about some of the conflicts that have come up for me when it comes to my many, many values! It's a topic I’m kinda in the midst of working through so forgive any nonsense that comes out of my mouth. BUT keep me accountable - if I say something offensive, tell me. Listen on the player below or on https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/what-she-said/id1252794301?mt=2 (Apple Podcasts), https://open.spotify.com/show/2vtQcR1ODSu017moN3x...
Jun 17, 2019•15 min
Full show notes at lucylucraft.com/s4e6 In today's episode I chat about Instagram growth with award winning Instagrammer https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcBb5saUV6ZRWhYv8jMKJ-g (Brontë Huskinson) aka From Bee With Love. Brontë started out primarily in the #bookstagram community and quickly grew her Instagram and blog from 7k to over 35k followers. She then took a pivot as she grew and evolved from her previous moniker, A Bookish Bronte, to where she is now with https://www.frombeewithlove.com/ ...
Jun 10, 2019•39 min
