The Stronger Together Podcast: Sharing Stories to Support Stories

E29: "Nourish to Flourish" featuring Chloe Myers Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. We're your hosts, Fiona Shoults and Adelle Martin, co-founders of Stronger Together Through Cancer, a social enterprise helping business owners stay in business throughout their cancer journey, so they don't have to choose between their health and their wealth. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Chloe Myers, founder of The B Plan, to hear a 20-year story: a health battle that started at twelve, and the accidental discovery that changed everything. Chloe spent two decades battling severe cystic acne, trying every treatment, every specialist, every solution available, while quietly carrying the emotional weight of feeling judged, different, and not quite good enough. It was only during her first pregnancy, when she was struggling to keep food down and took a nutritional supplement simply to nourish her baby, that everything shifted. Six weeks later, her skin was clear for the first time in twenty years. What followed wasn't just a personal transformation. It was a mission. Chloe's first call was to her mum, who had just had her first haemorrhage linked to blood cancer and The B Plan was born not from a business plan, but from the urgency of wanting to help the people she loved most. This is a conversation about inflammation, prevention, community, and what it really means to put yourself first. It is also a reminder that your struggles don't define you; they can become the most powerful thing you ever do. In this episode, you will hear: Twenty years of cystic acne and the accidental discovery that cleared it in six weeks Why Chloe's mum was the first person she told, and how The B Plan began The link between chronic inflammation and the conditions we accept as normal Why Chloe believes in prevention over cure and why we wait too long to prioritise our health How community and open communication have been Chloe's greatest tools for resilience Why women are so self-sacrificial with their health and how to change that Chloe's advice to business owners in tough times: stay close to the fire and get resourceful Her favourite quote: nourish to flourish About the Guest Chloe Myers is the founder of The B Plan, a health and wellbeing community built around whole food nutrition. Over ten years ago, after a long and painful journey with acne and hormone imbalances, Chloe discovered fruits and vegetables in a capsule form, and her skin cleared in six weeks after twenty years of searching for answers. Since then, Chloe has supported thousands of people and their families with whole-food nutrition, building a community of health advocates passionate about prevention, cellular health, and living at their best. The B Plan offers capsules, programmes, and a growing team of partners who combine health and income in one mission-led community. Chloe's work is driven by personal experience, her own health journey, her mother's ongoing battle with blood cancer since 2010, and a deep belief that the greatest gift we have is our health, and we should protect it long before we lose it. Chloe is a proud Stronger Together angel, and The B Plan has already supported over fifteen families connected to the Stronger Together community. Connect with Chloe: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thebeplan?si=EMyA90KuknCd6qMT Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chloemyers.thebeplan/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/chloemyersthebeplan Website: www.thebeplan.info Listen On: Apple Podcasts: The Stronger Together Podcast on Apple Spotify: The Stronger Together Podcast on Spotify Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.

Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. We're your hosts, Fiona Shoults and Adelle Martin, co-founders of Stronger Together Through Cancer, a social enterprise helping business owners stay in business throughout their cancer journey, so they don't have to choose between their health and their wealth. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Sam Murfin, proud partner of Utility Warehouse and Tropic ambassador, to talk about building a business in the most beautifully chaotic circumstances. Sam's story begins in Burma, living abroad with her husband, then falling pregnant during lockdown, making a 20-week journey home via Kuala Lumpur and Qatar with food poisoning, and arriving back in the UK to isolate alone at her parents' house. Her twins arrived at 34 weeks. Her son was born 16 months later, a surprise that arrived while she was still deep in it all. Three children under three. A husband building his own business. A lost identity. And somewhere in the middle of it all, a cat introduced her to Utility Warehouse and changed the direction of her life. This is a conversation about showing up even when you don't feel like it, building a business your way, knowing the difference between your glass balls and your rubber ones, and why every no is just a rainbow waiting to happen. In this episode, you will hear: Three children under three and what really happened during those early years Moving to Burma, a miscarriage, a pandemic pregnancy, and a 20-week journey home How Sam's daughter's heart condition was discovered and what open heart surgery at ten months looks like Losing her identity in motherhood and finding her way back through business How a cat introduced her to Utility Warehouse The glass balls and rubber balls approach to managing overwhelm Why building a business your way, in your own lane, is everything Sam's advice: keep going, find any win you can, and if you want a rainbow, you've got to put up with the rain Her favourite quote: be a flamingo in a flock of pigeons About the Guest Sam Murfin is a mum of three, including five-year-old twins, and a proud partner of Utility Warehouse based in Kent. After living abroad in Myanmar (Burma) and navigating a whirlwind journey into motherhood during a global pandemic, Sam was determined to build something flexible that truly fits around family life, not the other way around. Through Utility Warehouse, Sam helps households save money by bundling their essential bills together, simplifying life and cutting costs. She also supports other busy parents in building a reliable additional income alongside family life, showing them that it is possible to grow something meaningful on your own terms and in your own time. Sam is also a Tropic ambassador and a proud Stronger Together angel. Connect with Sam: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/14SR6rJbBCC/?mibextid=wwXIfr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wingingitwith_sam Website: https://uw.co.uk/ref/v2/partner/AK5377 Listen On: Apple Podcasts: The Stronger Together Podcast on Apple Spotify: The Stronger Together Podcast on Spotify Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.

Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. We're your hosts, Fiona Shoults and Adelle Martin, co-founders of Stronger Together Through Cancer, a social enterprise helping business owners stay in business throughout their cancer journey, so they don't have to choose between their health and their wealth. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Julia, founder of Bad Bitch Hypnotherapy, to hear the story behind twenty years in corporate finance, a side hustle built in stolen lunch breaks and late evenings, and the moment in a car park of crying into a voice note finally tipped the balance. Julia spent two decades in banking. Talented, capable, and quietly shrinking her world. She turned down promotions, withdrew job applications, and tried to hand in her notice more than once before pulling back. All while building Bad Bitch Hypnotherapy from 2022, seeing clients between her 9 am desk start and her 9:30 pm finish, and watching the women she worked with instigate divorces, move countries, and transform their lives. This episode is about what happens when you stop waiting for the perfect moment and give yourself permission to choose yourself. It is about the neuroscience of why our brains keep us safe instead of happy, the power of tiny habits and brain breaks, and what it really means to show up as your own bad bitch. In this episode, you will hear: Twenty years in corporate finance and the slow, quiet process of making her world smaller Building Bad Bitch Hypnotherapy alongside a full-time banking career from 2022 The voice note in the car park that finally made the decision undeniable Why she handed in her notice without telling anyone and why that mattered The neuroscience behind why our brains keep us safe rather than happy Why future visualisation and small brain breaks are some of the most powerful tools we have How leaving corporate freed up creative headspace she didn't know she'd lost Julia's advice: put a container around the hard feelings, move them out of your body, and give yourself grace in the transition Her favourite quote: to strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield, tattooed on her skin About the Guest Julia is the founder of Bad Bitch Hypnotherapy, a space dedicated to helping women rewire anxious thought patterns, quiet their inner critic, and step out of survival mode. After twenty years working in finance, Julia retrained as a solution-focused hypnotherapist and created a practice built around helping women understand the neuroscience behind their disconnection from themselves and find a way back. Being a bad bitch, as Julia defines it, has nothing to do with red lipstick or high heels. It means showing up in a life that means something to you, on your own terms, in a world that often tells you it knows better. Julia works with clients one to one and in group settings, delivers in-person talks to corporate companies, hosts day retreats, and co-hosts the Bad Bitch Podcast alongside Emily West. She is a published writer, featured in Rock and Roll Bride magazine, and a fully qualified, insured solution-focused hypnotherapist and member of the NCH and AFSFH. Julia is also a Stronger Together angel. Connect with Julia: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebadbbrain/ LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/julia-waters-badb Website: https://www.badbhypnotherapy.com Listen On: Apple Podcasts: The Stronger Together Podcast on Apple Spotify: The Stronger Together Podcast on Spotify Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.

E25: "When Your Brand Stands Out, So Does Your Heart" featuring Lisa Jane Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. We're your hosts, Fiona Shoults and Adelle Martin, co-founders of Stronger Together Through Cancer, a social enterprise helping business owners stay in business throughout their cancer journey, so they don't have to choose between their health and their wealth. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Lisa Jane, founder of The Butterfly Creation, to hear the story of a woman who spent years holding it all together behind the scenes and finally learned to own just how good she is. Lisa Jane has been creating bespoke branded books for business owners since lockdown, when a childhood dream and a furlough period collided; she decided to just have a go. Since then she has grown The Butterfly Creation into an award-recognised business, been named runner-up for Retail and E-Commerce Business of the Year at the Kent Women in Business Awards 2026, and quietly become one of the most trusted and valued people in the Stronger Together community. But behind the beautifully crafted notebooks, the calm professionalism, and the bright pink suit at the awards ceremony, Lisa Jane has been navigating some of the heaviest parts of her life, showing up for everyone else while slowly learning to show up for herself, too. This conversation is about trust, gut instinct, quiet determination, and what it really means to be proud of yourself. In this episode, you will hear: How a childhood dream of having her own notebooks became The Butterfly Creation What kept Lisa Jane going through the hardest personal seasons of building her business Why trust and the right people in your corner can change everything The moment she nearly walked away and said she was going to work in Tesco's How learning to say no and trust her gut transformed her business and her confidence Why resilience isn't about being strong all the time; it's about continuing when you don't feel strong Her advice to business owners in a tough time: you are allowed to find it hard Her favourite quote: when your brand stands out, so does your heart, and that's where real connection begins About the Guest Lisa Jane is the founder of The Butterfly Creation, an award-recognised business based in Kent specialising in bespoke branded books for business owners, coaches, networkers, and course creators. Through her signature creation-to-publication process, Lisa Jane takes clients from initial concept through to a finished product available on Amazon, creating notebooks, journals, workbooks, and planners that serve as strategic business tools, not just beautiful objects. Named runner-up for Retail and E-Commerce Business of the Year at the Kent Women in Business Awards 2026, Lisa Jane brings a deep personal connection to the heart of every project. She gets to know her clients, their businesses, and the people they serve, and she won't hesitate to tell you when something won't work because she knows her craft inside and out. Lisa Jane is one of Stronger Together's very first angels, and co-created the Stronger Together quote notebook. Connect with Lisa Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebutterflycreation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebutterflycreation_lisajane Website: www.thebutterflycreation.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-jane-the-butterfly-creation/ Listen On: Apple Podcasts: The Stronger Together Podcast on Apple Spotify: The Stronger Together Podcast on Spotify Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.

E24: "Live Life With No Regrets" featuring Katie Chitteden, founder of Katie Style Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. We're your hosts Fiona Shoults and Adelle Martin, co-founders of Stronger Together Through Cancer, a social enterprise helping business owners stay in business throughout their cancer journey, so they don't have to choose between their health and their wealth. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Katie Chitteden, known to many as Katie Colours, founder of Katie Style, personal stylist and colour analyst. Katie's story begins at school, where years of being told "you could do better" left a mark that took a long time to shake. It was only when she reached college and was diagnosed as mildly dyslexic that she began to understand herself differently. Not as someone who wasn't trying hard enough, but as someone whose brain simply worked in a way no one had recognised or supported. What followed was a journey of self-discovery through a fine art degree, a network marketing conference in Manchester, an unexpected moment of honesty at a Pizza Express table, and the transformative power of discovering colour analysis. Piece by piece, Katie built not just a business, but a genuine belief in herself. This is a conversation about dyslexia as a superpower, the courage to try things that scare you, the importance of giving people the rules so they can choose to break them, and why keeping going, even through the ventures that do not work out, is what success really looks like. In this episode, you will hear: How a dyslexia diagnosis at college changed everything and why Katie now calls it her superpower The moment at a Pizza Express dinner in Manchester that cracked something open in her How her mum's own hidden dyslexia shaped Katie's relationship with confidence and self-belief The journey from makeup to colour analysis to personal styling and how the pieces came together Why Katie decided at 40 that if something scares her, she has to do it Presenting at the British School of Etiquette on 24 hours' notice and what she learned How colour and style helped Adelle rediscover herself after cancer and a corporate identity that no longer fitted Katie's advice: reach out, collate lots of answers, and find the one that works for you Her favourite quote, passed down from her great nan: live life with no regrets About the Guest Katie Chitteden (Katie Colours) is the founder of Katie Style, a personal styling business based in Kent. Katie helps women who feel stuck in a rut, have lost their way, or simply want to feel more confident and intentional about how they present themselves to the world. Through colour analysis, style consultations, wardrobe detox, personal shopping, and makeup and beauty support, Katie gives her clients the knowledge and confidence to make informed choices about their wardrobe, whatever the occasion. Her approach is rooted in her own journey: she gives people the rules so they can decide whether to follow them or break them. Katie holds a BA with Honours in Fine Art and has worked with the British School of Etiquette. She is a proud Stronger Together angel. Connect with Katie: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katiescolourandstyle Website: www.katiesstyle.co.uk Facebook Group: Katiehttps:// web.facebook.com/katiescolourandstyle?_rdc=1&_rdr# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiesstylepersonalstylist/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiescolourandstyle/ Listen On: Apple Podcasts: The Stronger Together Podcast on Apple Spotify: The Stronger Together Podcast on Spotify Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.

E23: "Still Standing" featuring Amy Bowler, founder of Amy Jane Aesthetics Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. We're your hosts, Fiona Shoults and Adelle Martin, co-founders of Stronger Together Through Cancer, a social enterprise helping business owners stay in business throughout their cancer journey, so they don't have to choose between their health and their wealth. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Amy Bowler, owner and director of Amy Jane Aesthetics, for a conversation about what it really takes to keep a business standing when life throws everything at you at once. Amy's story is not a single challenge. It is a series of them, stacked one on top of another over eight years of building a business she loves. Redundancy while pregnant. A three-year battle with cervical disease cells. A hysterectomy. Sepsis. A ruptured appendix. Two organs lost in three months. A second baby during COVID. A separation. Then, just when the health issues had passed, a laser machine broke and stayed broken for a year, impacting her main source of revenue and bringing her to what she describes as her lowest point in eight years of business. This episode is about the quiet, stubborn determination it takes to keep showing up. It is about knowing when to accept help, when to let go of the idea that growth always means bigger, and why the present moment of a full diary, healthy children, a cup of coffee in the car on a Monday morning is sometimes the most powerful place to be. In this episode, you will hear: How Amy launched her business after being made redundant while pregnant Three years of cervical disease, a hysterectomy, and the complications that followed Sepsis and a ruptured appendix — two organs lost in three months, while running a business Having a second baby during COVID and reopening the clinic two months later A laser machine out of action for a whole year, and how Amy held on Why her biggest lesson was learning that growth does not always mean bigger The power of a support network, accepting help, and knowing your network is your net worth Amy's advice: there is light at the end of the tunnel, just keep going and find your glimmers Her favourite quote: if you see somebody without a smile, give them one of yours About the Guest Amy Bowler is the owner and director of Amy Jane Aesthetics, an award-winning laser and skin clinic based in the heart of Rainham, Kent. Launched after Amy was made redundant while pregnant with her first child, the clinic has grown into a trusted, results-driven practice specialising in laser hair removal, laser tattoo removal, and skin rejuvenation. Amy and her team also offer a free radiotherapy spot removal programme for those in cancer remission, supporting clients who want to move forward after treatment without the visible marks it leaves behind. Eight years in business, Amy continues to set high standards within the aesthetics industry while keeping her children at the heart of everything she does. She is a proud Stronger Together angel. Connect with Amy: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/17UTa72myW/?mibextid=wwXIfr Instagram: https://instagram.com/amyj_aesthetics Website: https://www.amyjaesthetics.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bowleramy?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=s Listen On: Apple Podcasts: The Stronger Together Podcast on Apple Spotify: The Stronger Together Podcast on Spotify Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.

E22: "Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway" featuring Danielle Butler Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. We're your hosts, Fiona Shoults and Adelle Martin, co-founders of Stronger Together Through Cancer, a social enterprise that helps business owners stay in business throughout their cancer journey so they don't have to choose between their health and their wealth. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Danielle Butler, founder of Build the Buzz, to hear the story behind the business and the journey that led her to build a thriving social media and photography brand from scratch. Danielle shares how a series of setbacks- leaving a career in education, a charity redundancy, and a soul-crushing stint in insurance admin- ultimately pushed her towards entrepreneurship. What began as helping her mother-in-law with social media quietly snowballed into a fully booked business, a growing professional network, and a confidence she once never imagined possible. This is a conversation about resilience, community, and what happens when you decide to feel the fear and do it anyway. In this episode, you will hear: How Danielle's background in education and charity work shaped her work ethic and values What redundancy really felt like and the depression that followed How an unfulfilling insurance job pushed her husband to say: "just quit" The word-of-mouth chain that built her client base from zero Why networking in person has been one of her greatest business tools The power of surrounding yourself with people who lift you up Danielle's advice to her younger self and why your circumstances don't have to define your story Her favourite wisdom: feel the fear and do it anyway About the Guest Danielle Butler is the founder of Build the Buzz, a social media management and content photography business based in Kent, specialising in helping small business owners become more visible and confident online. With a relaxed and supportive approach, Danielle helps clients feel comfortable in front of the camera, creating natural, authentic photography that reflects personality and presence rather than posed perfection. Her work has been featured twice in a national magazine, and she has recently photographed at the iconic London Comedy Store in Leicester Square. Two years into running her business, Danielle is fully booked, passionate about empowering small business owners to show up proudly, and proud of every step it took to get here. Connect with Danielle: Website: www.build-the-buzz.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildthebuzzsocialsandphotos LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/buildthebuzz/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=%40build.the.buzz&t=1782806994579 Listen On: Apple Podcasts: The Stronger Together Podcast on Apple Spotify: The Stronger Together Podcast on Spotify Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.

Episode 21: “Being Different is Your Strength” featuring Nikita Dean Hart Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Nikita-Dean Hart, founder of NDH Productions, to reflect on her journey from creative teenager to award-winning video producer and studio owner. Nikita shares how a teenage passion for music, language and Korean culture unexpectedly shaped the direction of her career. What began as a hobby filming music covers and YouTube content slowly evolved into a deeper interest in media production, storytelling and creative expression. After graduating from the University of Greenwich with a degree in TV and Film Production in 2019, Nikita planned to build her career in the television and film industry. But when Covid brought the creative industries to a halt, the early steps she had taken into the industry suddenly disappeared. Instead of waiting for opportunities to return, Nikita made the bold decision to build something of her own. This episode explores how rejection, uncertainty and a global pandemic pushed her into entrepreneurship earlier than expected, and how she built NDH Productions from the ground up, learning everything from pricing and branding to confidence and leadership along the way. It is also a conversation about identity, creativity and the courage to stay different in a world that often pressures young people to fit in. Today, Nikita runs a thriving video production business and studio space on the Isle of Sheppey, helping small businesses tell authentic stories through video while proving that meaningful creative careers can be built outside of big cities. In this episode, you will hear: How Nikita’s love of music and K-pop opened the door to creativity and storytelling Why changing direction from music to media became a turning point in her journey What it felt like to graduate into the uncertainty of the Covid pandemic How rejection and disruption led her to start her own business The importance of mentors, networking and family support when building a business Why being “different” became Nikita’s greatest strength Her powerful perspective on resilience is facing the storm rather than hiding from it About the Guest Nikita Dean-Hart is the founder of NDH Productions, a video production company specialising in helping small businesses tell their stories through powerful, authentic video content. After graduating from the University of Greenwich with a degree in TV and Film Production in 2019, Nikita began building NDH Productions during the Covid pandemic when opportunities in the TV industry disappeared. Now 29, she runs an award-winning creative business and a professional studio space on the Isle of Sheppey, the only facility of its kind on the island. Through her work, she supports small businesses, entrepreneurs, schools and community organisations to access high-quality creative production. Nikita is passionate about storytelling, community and creativity, and about showing young creatives that meaningful careers in media and production do not have to start in big cities. Connect with Nikita: Website: www.ndhproductions.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ndh_productions_/ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikita-dean-hart-5b3098175/ Listen On: Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-stronger-together-podcast-sharing-stories-to/id1848120791 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5ImpjFSl9lS7BLISozDLyO Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.

Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. In this special episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults pause to look back across the whole of Season One: nineteen guests, nineteen courageous stories, and the same five signature questions asked of every one of them. Instead of a new guest, this episode belongs to all of them. Across nineteen very different businesses, spanning care, health, media, coaching, beauty, tech and the creative industries, Adelle and Fiona found the same truths surfacing again and again, unplanned and unprompted. Guests who had never met, recorded months apart, kept landing on the same words, the same lessons, and the same quiet permission to not have it all together. This episode brings those threads together into five themes that now anchor the podcast: You Are Not Meant to Do This Alone; Resilience Is Not What We Thought It Was; Your Difference Is Your Strength; Small Things Done Consistently Change Everything; and One Step at a Time Is Enough. Alongside the themes, Adelle and Fiona revisit the five signature questions asked of every Season One guest, sharing some of the standout answers and quotes that will stay with them, from Rachel Chapman’s "sometimes resilience is simply saying no," to Sue Hainsby’s "my friends are my medicine," to Camilla’s "I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become." It's also a personal episode. Adelle and Fiona reflect on what building this podcast, and the Angel community around it, has meant to them. In this episode, you will hear: The five big themes that emerged unprompted across all nineteen Season One guests Standout answers to each of the five signature questions, in the guests' own words Some of the season's most quotable lines Why “resilience” turned out to mean something very different to what Adelle and Fiona expected going in Adelle and Fiona's personal reflections on what Season One has meant to them Connect with Stronger Together Through Cancer CIC LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/stronger-together-through-cancer-cic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Stronger-Together-Through-Cancer-CIC/61566992946120/# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stronger_together_charity/ Website: https://www.strongertogetherthroughcancer.org/ Listen On: Apple Podcasts: The Stronger Together Podcast on Apple Spotify: The Stronger Together Podcast on Spotify Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.

Episode 19: “Everything Happens for a Reason” featuring Kayleigh Wild Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Kayleigh Wild, founder of Wild Events and Consulting, to reflect on her journey through diagnosis, treatment, an identity shift, and the rebuilding of her life and work on her own terms. Kayleigh shares what it really means to hear the words incurable but treatable, and the long, layered reality of living with myeloma, from an urgent diagnosis that came just a week before paralysis, to six weeks bed bound at 30 degrees, radiotherapy and chemotherapy, a stem cell transplant in London, and ongoing treatment that reshaped everything, including how she viewed employment, energy, and time. This is a powerful conversation about being strong for your children while privately battling your own mind, the loneliness that can exist even with a great support network, and the courage it takes to step out of employment and build something that gives you meaning. In this episode, you will hear: What it feels like to be told your cancer is incurable but treatable The reality of diagnosis, spinal tumour risk, and the fear of paralysis Why Kayleigh kept working through treatment, and what work represented for her identity How repeated treatment schedules made employment feel impossible to sustain The mindset shift that led Kayleigh to step away from employment before she knew what was next How motherhood shaped her decisions, including timing treatment around her daughter’s milestones Why support matters, but the hardest battle can still be your own mind The lesson Kayleigh now lives by, you can be strong and still allow yourself bad days About the Guest Kayleigh Wild is the founder of Wild Events and Consulting, supporting wedding venues and organisations with event strategy, consultancy, operational expertise, and team development. With years of experience in weddings and hospitality, Kayleigh is known for her creative thinking and practical, hands-on approach, helping venues sharpen their positioning, improve sales and marketing strategy, and elevate the end-to-end client experience. After her myeloma diagnosis, Kayleigh chose to go self-employed, building a business that allows her to work with purpose, protect her energy, and use her expertise to support others in a demanding industry. Connect with Kayleigh: Website: https://www.wildeventsconsulting.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildeventsconsulting1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Wild-Events-and-Consulting/61572062335729/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayleigh-wild-92838713a/ Listen On: Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-stronger-together-podcast-sharing-stories-to/id1848120791 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5ImpjFSl9lS7BLISozDLyO #StrongerTogetherPodcast #StrongerTogetherThroughCancer #Resilience #WomenInBusiness #SocialEnterprise #CancerSupp Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.

Episode 18: “Follow Your Plan, Not Your Mood” featuring Kelly Kember Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Kelly Kember, virtual assistant and project and process specialist at Flow Business Support, and a core member of the Stronger Together Through Cancer Business Support Team. Kelly shares her journey through grief, single parenthood, corporate pressure, baby loss, and rebuilding. From losing her father at 21, to navigating the breakdown of her marriage with a 13-month-old, to the shock of a twin pregnancy that ended with the devastating loss of her daughter, Eliza. Kelly reflects with honesty on what it takes to keep going when life changes in ways you never planned for. This conversation explores the different kinds of grief women carry, how support can look different at different stages, why asking for help is a strength, and how stepping away from the corporate world can be an act of rebuilding, not retreating. In this episode, you will hear: How grief at 21 shaped Kelly’s early life and sense of responsibility What it looks like to navigate divorce and motherhood at the same time The reality of baby loss, and the emotional complexity of grieving while parenting Why counselling and external support mattered, and what prompted Kelly to seek it How returning to work after loss can be isolating when organisations do not know how to respond Why is it okay to change direction, pivot, and rebuild Kelly’s reminder that resilience includes messy emotions, not just strength Kelly’s favourite wisdom: follow your plan, not your mood About the Guest Kelly Kember is a virtual assistant and online business manager at Flow Business Support, with a background as a portfolio analyst. She brings a calm, organised approach to supporting business owners with projects, processes, and the practical work that keeps businesses moving forward. Kelly is part of the Stronger Together Through Cancer Business Support Team and has helped build behind-the-scenes systems, supporting the charity in growing with structure and sustainability. Connect with Kelly: Website: https://flowbusinesssupport.co.uk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-kember-336b049a/ Listen On: Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-stronger-together-podcast-sharing-stories-to/id1848120791 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5ImpjFSl9lS7BLISozDLyO Additional Support - Baby Bereavement Abigail's Footsteps Making Miracles Registered Charity - Baby Trauma & Bereavement Care #StrongerTogetherPodcast #StrongerTogetherThroughCancer #Resilience #WomenInBusiness #SocialEnterprise #CancerSupp Disclaimer Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.

E17 Juliet Roma Show Notes Episode 17: “Fall Down Seven, Stand Up Eight” featuring Juliet Roma Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Juliet Roma, founder of Juliet Roma Aromatherapy and Massage, and a proud Angel of Stronger Together Through Cancer CIC. Juliet shares the realities of running a business with a physical premises through Covid, the long tail of recovery that followed, and the courageous decision to close a counselling centre after years of trying to make it work. Juliet speaks honestly about resilience, not as endurance at all costs, but as self-awareness, boundaries, and knowing when to rest, pivot, or walk away. This conversation is about responsibility, financial pressure, identity, and rebuilding your next chapter with intention. In this episode, you will hear: What it really felt like running a large physical premises through Covid, and why the pressure did not end when restrictions lifted The moment Juliet realised the business was no longer sustainable, even after multiple attempts to “make it work” Why resilience is not a badge of honour, and why it cannot come at the cost of your health The power of asking for help, including counselling, and speaking honestly within trusted networks The small daily practices that helped Juliet keep going, walking, nature, family, and creating headspace How Juliet is rebuilding with clarity, stepping into a new space, and standing up for the eighth time About the Guest Juliet Roma has supported clients through pain, stress, and life transitions for decades, and believes deeply in the value of regular, personalised care. Juliet’s story reflects what so many business owners experience: the weight of responsibility, the financial uncertainty, and the emotional toll of holding everything together, especially when the world changes around you. Guest Links www.bigchillout.com https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100047938975769 https://www.instagram.com/aro_ma2022/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliet-rom%C3%A1-b0a111141/ Learn More About Us Learn more about Stronger Together Through Cancer CIC Learn more about the Angel Partnership Buy your "Stitch Your Story to Support Their Story" Organic Sweatshirt Let’s Get Social - follow Stronger Together Through Cancer on: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram TikTok By sharing Juliet’s Story, we support Real Stories too. Real Strength. Real People. Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.

Episode 16: “Success Should Never Come at the Cost of You” featuring Katie Powsey Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Katie Powsey, founder of KP Life Coaching, creator of the Success Without Guilt community, and a proud Angel of Stronger Together Through Cancer CIC Katie shares how becoming a mother was the turning point that exposed the invisible pressure many women carry: to perform at work, be fully present at home, and still have something left for themselves. After pushing through burnout, being signed off for mental health, and later experiencing stroke-like migraine episodes that left her temporarily paralysed and without speech, Katie realised the cost of constantly giving more was far greater than she had ever admitted. This conversation explores burnout, guilt, identity, boundaries, and the moment Katie realised her health was not just impacting her, it was impacting her children too. It is a powerful reminder that success should never come at the cost of your health, your family, or yourself. In this episode, you will hear: How motherhood can blur boundaries and quietly accelerate burnout Why burnout is rarely about hours, it is about mindset, boundaries, and living out of alignment What it feels like to be signed off, return too soon, and push through again Katie’s experience of stroke-like migraine episodes and the wake-up call that followed The reality of being offered a part-time option only through demotion, and why she chose to resign Why resilience can be found in small wins, not just big breakthroughs Katie’s advice to business owners, problems are part of the process, trust what is on the other side Katie’s favourite wisdom, give the world the best of you instead of what is left of you About the Guest Katie Powsey is a life and mindset coach and the founder of KP Life Coaching and the Success Without Guilt community. She supports busy professionals and parents juggling work, business, family, and life who want to succeed without burning out, shrinking themselves, or carrying constant guilt. Katie’s work is rooted in real life, combining practical coaching, boundaries, and mindset shifts to help clients rebuild energy, strengthen self-worth, and create sustainable success that supports both performance and wellbeing. She also delivers workplace wellbeing programmes for organisations, supporting teams and leaders to go beyond tick-box wellbeing and address the root causes of stress and burnout. Connect with Katie: Website: www.kplifecoaching.co.uk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiepowsey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kp.lifecoaching Listen On: Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-stronger-together-podcast-sharing-stories-to/id1848120791 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5ImpjFSl9lS7BLISozDLyO #StrongerTogetherPodcast #StrongerTogetherThroughCancer #Resilience #WomenInBusiness #SocialEnterprise #CancerSupp Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.

Episode 15: “Resilience Is Not Reinvention, It’s Trusting Yourself Again” featuring Kathy Hayman Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Kathy Hayman, founder of Better Minds, Better Business, and a proud Angel of Stronger Together Through Cancer CIC. Kathy shares her powerful journey from corporate life at Citibank to decades of entrepreneurship, navigating global events, relationship breakdown, financial loss, caregiving, grief, and repeated reinvention while remaining self-employed with no safety net. This conversation explores what resilience really looks like when you have no choice but to keep going, the importance of trusted networks, knowing when not to share too widely, and how changing perspective, rather than pushing harder, can change everything. In this episode, you will hear: Why leaving corporate life takes courage long before the first challenge appears How global events, divorce, and market crashes forced repeated reinvention The emotional and financial impact of caregiving and grief while running a business Why self-employed women often have no option but to keep showing up How trusted networks protect confidence during uncertainty Why resilience is about learning, perspective, and trusting yourself again Kathy’s favourite wisdom: change the way you look at things, and the things you look at change About the Guest Kathy Hayman is the founder of Better Minds, Better Business, a platform that supports small business owners and their teams with practical mental well-being tools, resources, and training. With decades of experience as an entrepreneur and coach, Kathy brings lived experience to her work, helping business owners protect well-being, meet legal responsibilities, and build resilient teams under pressure. Connect with Kathy: Website: www.bettermindsbetterbusiness.co.uk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathyhayman/ LinkedIn Business: https://www.instagram.com/kathy_bmbb/ Listen On: Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-stronger-together-podcast-sharing-stories-to/id1848120791 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5ImpjFSl9lS7BLISozDLyO #StrongerTogetherPodcast #StrongerTogetherThroughCancer #Resilience #WomenInBusiness #SocialEnterprise #CancerSupp Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.

Episode 14: “You Don’t Have to Hold It All Together Alone, Just Take the Next Best Step” featuring Francoise, Founder of Hypocore Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Francoise, a Women’s Health Practitioner and Hypopressives Trainer & Educator, as well as an Angel supporter of Stronger Together Through Cancer CIC. Francoise shares how becoming a mother and later navigating life as a single mother shaped her resilience, identity, and determination to keep moving forward. From rebuilding confidence through women’s communities and networking to making brave business decisions when something is not working, this episode is a reminder that resilience is not about pushing harder; it is about taking the next best step and letting support in. This conversation explores motherhood, financial responsibility, confidence, community, pelvic floor health, and the mindset shift that comes when you stop taking outcomes personally and start trusting your own path. In this episode, you will hear: Francoise’s story of motherhood and single motherhood, and what it taught her about resilience How women around her, especially family and community, helped her keep going in the hardest years Why networking can feel terrifying, but becomes a lifeline when you are rebuilding your confidence and income How Tropic gave Francoise the confidence, identity, and momentum to grow beyond survival The truth about business “failure”, and why stopping the fitness app was a turning point, not the end How hyperpressives became the foundation of Hypocore, and why women deserve better information about core and pelvic floor health Francoise’s advice to business owners is to focus on the next best step, not the whole mountain Why resilience means not holding it all together alone, and being willing to ask for help Francoise’s favourite wisdom, take nothing personally, and why it protects your confidence and keeps you moving forward About the Guest Francoise is the founder of Hypocore and a Women’s Health Practitioner with over 26 years of experience supporting women through every stage of life. After beginning her career in personal training and group fitness, Francoise moved toward more restorative, evidence-informed approaches after seeing how many women were struggling with symptoms they were told were normal or just part of being a woman. Her work now centres on hyperpressives, a gentle breath and posture-based method designed to help women reconnect with their core and pelvic floor, reduce pressure, calm the system, and restore natural function. Francoise works with women of all ages and trains health and fitness professionals to bring these tools into their own communities, so more women can access support that is realistic, sustainable, and rooted in understanding. Connect with Francoise: https://www.hypocore.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/speakingfrank https://www.linkedin.com/in/hypocore Listen On: Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-stronger-together-podcast-sharing-stories-to/id1848120791 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5ImpjFSl9lS7BLISozDLyO Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are shared for personal insight, reflection, and support only. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs. #StrongerTogetherPodcast #StrongerTogetherThroughCancer #Resilience #WomenInBusiness #SocialEnterprise #CancerSupport

Episode 13: “You Don’t Have to Have It All Figured Out, Just Take the Next Step” featuring Lisa Austin Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Lisa Austin, founder of Blossom with Lisa, Holistic Life Coach and Rohani healing practitioner, and a proud Angel supporter of Stronger Together Through Cancer CIC. Lisa shares how the pandemic became the catalyst that helped her re-evaluate life, leave a 22-year corporate career, and begin building a business that supports women through overwhelm, emotional fatigue, and life transitions, with practical coaching and energy healing. This conversation explores confidence, self-belief, imposter syndrome, the leap from safety into uncertainty, and the quiet resilience of taking one manageable step at a time rather than trying to have everything figured out. In this episode, you will hear: How the pandemic created space for Lisa to reflect and choose a different path Why leaving corporate felt terrifying, but necessary, and what finally pushed her to do it How networking helped Lisa rebuild confidence and connection in a new world Why resilience means believing in yourself and trusting that everything will work out in the end Lisa’s advice to business owners: do not compare your chapter five to someone else’s chapter 20 The power of stillness, walking, and baby steps when life feels noisy or overwhelming Lisa’s favourite wisdom: You do not have to have it all figured out; just take the next step About the Guest Lisa Austin is the founder of Blossom with Lisa. She is a holistic life coach and Rohani healing practitioner who supports women to reconnect with themselves during times of overwhelm, emotional fatigue, or transition. Lisa blends practical coaching with energy healing to help clients slow down, gain clarity, restore balance, and move forward with greater calm, confidence, and self-respect. She also hosts Harmony Hour, a monthly online community session offering group coaching, reflection prompts, and a healing meditation to help women feel supported and grounded. Connect with Lisa: Website: https://blossomwithlisa.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blossomwithlisa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blossomwithlisa LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-austin-BWL/ Listen On: Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-stronger-together-podcast-sharing-stories-to/id1848120791 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5ImpjFSl9lS7BLISozDLyO #StrongerTogetherPodcast #StrongerTogetherThroughCancer #Resilience #WomenInBusiness #SocialEnterprise #CancerSupport Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.

Episode 12: “Trust Yourself, Make the Effort, Make the Memory” featuring Sue Hainsby Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Sue Hainsby, founder of Carlene Property Management Limited, co-founder of Breakthrough Women, and a former Kent Businesswoman of the Year. Sue shares the pivotal moments that shaped her resilience, becoming a mum at 15, navigating the shock of a major property development funding collapse, and supporting her daughter Leanne through breast cancer treatment while still running her business. This conversation explores what resilience really looks like behind the scenes, why trust and relationships matter more than perfection, how community can carry you through, and why life is about making the effort and making the memory, even when it would be easier not to. In this episode, you will hear: How becoming a mum at 15 shaped Sue’s identity, responsibility, and resilience from the very start. What happened when an Icelandic bank's collapse stopped development funding overnight, and how Sue fought through it. How Sue managed business, tenants, and trades while supporting her daughter through breast cancer treatment. Why resilience is not always visible and why people often see only what makes them comfortable. How long-term relationships with trades, team members, and community create support when life hits hardest. About the Guest Sue Hainsby is the founder of Carlene Property Management Limited, bringing over 20 years of hands-on experience in property development, buying and selling, and residential property management. She is also the co-founder of Breakthrough Women, a thriving Kent-based community offering networking, masterminds, and practical support for women in business. Sue is known for her direct, grounded leadership style and her belief that people, relationships, and consistency are what truly build success. Guest Links Website: www.breakthroughwomen.co.uk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-women/posts/?feedView=all Learn More About Us Learn more about Stronger Together Through Cancer CIC Learn more about the Angel Partnership Buy your "Stitch Your Story to Support Their Story" Organic Sweatshirt Let’s Get Social - follow Stronger Together Through Cancer on: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram TikTok By sharing Sue’s Story, we support Real Stories too. Real Strength. Real People. Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.

Episode 11: “More Valuable After Being Broken” featuring Trudie France Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Trudie France, an NHS allied health professional specialising in stroke and neurological rehabilitation, and a breast cancer survivor. Trudie shares her deeply honest experience of breast cancer treatment, the reality of chemotherapy, and the moment she realised that surviving cancer was only the beginning. With no access to meaningful rehabilitation after treatment, Trudie applied her professional expertise, lived experience, and spiritual learning to create a recovery model that addresses the body, mind, and spirit for women dealing with breast cancer. This is a powerful conversation about fear, fatigue, identity, purpose, and why true recovery must go far beyond medical treatment alone. In this episode, you will hear: Why chemotherapy was the moment that changed everything for Trudie What recovery really looks like after cancer treatment ends The lack of rehabilitation support for breast cancer patients after treatment Why fatigue after cancer is nothing like “normal tiredness” How fear, stress, and identity impact long-term health Why alignment, boundaries, and energy management matter How being broken can make you more valuable than before About the Guest Trudie combines lived experience, clinical expertise, and spiritual insight to support women navigating cancer recovery. Her programmes help women move out of fear, rebuild confidence, and realign their lives with purpose, addressing physical health, emotional wellbeing, and spiritual connection together. Guest Links trudiefrance.co.uk Learn More About Us Learn more about Stronger Together Through Cancer CIC Learn more about the Angel Partnership Buy your "Stitch Your Story to Support Their Story" Organic Sweatshirt Let’s Get Social - follow Stronger Together Through Cancer on: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram TikTok By sharing Trudie’s Story, we support Real Stories too. Real Strength. Real People. Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.

Episode 10: “Don’t Wait for the Rain to Stop, Dance in It” featuring Rachel Chapman Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Rachel, founder of Simply Hypnotherapy, student counsellor and psychotherapist, co-founder of The Boobie Brunch, and a proud Angel supporter of Stronger Together Through Cancer CIC. Rachel shares her deeply personal journey through grief after losing her mum at a young age, navigating corporate pressure while grieving, and ultimately finding the courage to leave a long-standing corporate career to build a business rooted in compassion, healing, and purpose. This conversation explores grief in all its forms, loss, identity, motherhood, anxiety, and the power of believing in yourself, even when the timing feels terrifying. In this episode, you will hear: How losing her mum became a defining moment that changed everything What it was like grieving while working in a high-pressure corporate environment Why grief is not just about death, but also identity, illness, and life change The courage it takes to leave security and start again from scratch How resilience can mean slowing down, saying no, and choosing yourself Why belief in yourself is often the missing piece About the Guest Rachel works with adults and children aged 11 to 18, supporting mental and emotional well-being through hypnotherapy, counselling, and psychotherapy. She is passionate about helping people reconnect with themselves, particularly during times of grief, anxiety, or transition. Guest Links www.simplyhypnotherapykent.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/SimplyHypnotherapyKent https://www.instagram.com/SimplyHypnotherapy https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-chapman-46650850 Learn More About Us Learn more about Stronger Together Through Cancer CIC Learn more about the Angel Partnership Buy your "Stitch Your Story to Support Their Story" Organic Sweatshirt Let’s Get Social - follow Stronger Together Through Cancer on: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram TikTok By sharing Rachel’s Story, we support Real Stories too. Real Strength. Real People. Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.

Episode 9: “Love the Life You Live, Finding Strength Through Simplicity” featuring Sarah Ottley Welcome to The Stronger Together Podcast, Sharing Stories to Support Stories, where every episode tells a story and supports one too. In this episode, hosts Adelle Martin and Fiona Shoults sit down with Sara Ottley, founder of Camper Van Retreats, to talk about resilience, recovery, and rediscovering joy after a stage three breast cancer diagnosis. Sara shares how her business, Camper Van Retreats, became both her lifeline and her legacy. When treatment meant she could no longer run her retreats, a close friend stepped in to keep them alive. Through vulnerability, community, and small daily actions, Sara found her way back - redefining success, rebuilding confidence, and reconnecting to what truly matters. Sara also shares how she found Stronger Together Through Cancer just before she thought she was going to close Camper Van Retreats. Her story is one of honesty, courage, and gentle strength. Sara speaks openly about the anger that followed her diagnosis, how she found healing in simple routines, and why she now measures progress in moments, not milestones. In this episode, you will hear: How Sara turned her diagnosis into a journey of connection and calm The importance of accepting help and asking for support Why slowing down and simplifying can create space for growth How community became the foundation for her recovery The lessons cancer taught her about living with purpose and joy This conversation is a reminder that behind every business is a real person doing their best to hold it all together, and that resilience often begins with the smallest next step. About the Guest Sara Ottley is the founder of Camper Van Retreats, a series of women’s wellbeing retreats across the UK that blend the freedom of van life with mindfulness, nature, and community. Following her breast cancer diagnosis, Sara rebuilt her business to focus on calm, connection, and the joy of slowing down. She also advocates for everyday wellness and shares her love of healthy, simplified cooking as a Thermomix Advisor. Runs the Boobie Brunch Maidstone Branch. Guest Links Camper Van Retreats: Website: www.campervanretreats.co.uk Instagram: @campervan_retreats Facebook: Camper Van Retreats Thermomix Instagram: @thermo_family_uk https://www.instagram.com/thermo_family_uk?igsh=MTcwazdhZXcxY2ZzdQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Join the Booby Brunch Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/17ZRke53xZ/?mibextid=wwXIfr Follow and Subscribe Learn more about Stronger Together Through Cancer CIC Learn more about the Angel Partnership Buy your "Stitch Your Story to Support Their Story" Organic Sweatshirt Follow Stronger Together Through Cancer on: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram TikTok Listen to The Stronger Together Podcast on Spotify ITunes PodBean Amazon Music The Stronger Together Podcast - a podcast where every episode tells a story… and supports one too. Real Stories, Real Strength, Real People. By sharing stories, we support stories. Disclaimer The views and experiences shared in this podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts and are intended solely for personal insight, reflection, and support. This podcast does not provide medical, clinical, or professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, consultant, or specialist healthcare team. If anything you hear in this podcast resonates with you or raises questions or concerns about your health, diagnosis, or treatment, we encourage you to discuss this with your medical or specialist care team, who are best placed to support your individual needs.