Creatives Like Us

Today's guest is Jasmin Dhillon, an ACCA-qualified accountant who built her early career at global brands including Starbucks and CBRE before carving out a thriving path in property. In this episode we explore creativity in business and the unexpected ways it shows up in how we make money. Jasmin shares how she weaves creativity into her property career and challenges assumptions about what c...

In this episode Angela sits down with Kira Matthews (Kira the Bold), a creative coach who helps people pitch themselves to brands and overcome rejection. Kira shares how a viral post about audacity took her from 5,000 to 25,000 followers in a month and what that number really means to her. She talks candidly about leaving a fast paced career in fashion styling that wore down her self esteem and bu...

What does it look like to build a marketing agency, run sell-out networking events, mentor young creatives and go into schools to teach kids how to start businesses – all before your 21st birthday? Meet Kemar Sisimayi-Dyke of Nova Connects.  In this episode Kemar shares how a viral TikTok jewellery brand led him to discover his real purpose, why he sold it and what that decision taught him about d...

In this episode Angela is joined by Ashwin Chacko, also known as Wacko Chacko – a positively playful, award-winning illustrator, author and motivational speaker based in Belfast, Northern Ireland.  Ashwin shares the journey from drawing as a five-year-old in India to building a full-time illustration career in Ireland, and everything in between — advertising, art direction, freelance pivots and a...

"My art is a form of social commentary" – Kazvare Made It In this episode, Angela Lyons interviews illustrator and writer Kazare about her creative journey and social commentary through art. They discuss the importance of black representation in art, navigating social media and future projects. Kazvare is a writer, illustrator and graphic designer who is forging a name for herself with h...

If you have enjoyed the podcast, please leave a review here. Thank you! Support the show Contact Information This podcast is hosted by award-winning graphic designer Angela Lyons of Lyons Creative. If you have any questions or suggestions or would like to be featured on this podcast, please contact Angela here . Are you creating your own podcast? My set up is easy as I record on Riverside. You can...

Join Angela Lyons as she reflects on the lessons learned and highlights from season two of the Creatives Like Us podcast, celebrating creativity and community. --- As we wrap up season two of Creatives Like Us, I want to take a moment to reflect on the journey we've been on together. Throughout this season, we’ve explored various topics related to creativity, confidence and community. Today,...

This week I'm joined by Rob Ellison, co-founder of Tonic, a stunning long-form print magazine dedicated to the history and culture of drinks. We recorded this one in person at Burnt Faith Distillery in Walthamstow (yes, a brandy distillery inside a former church) and it's one of those conversations that just flows.  Rob's creative journey started with a drum kit spotted in the corne...

In this episode of Creatives Like Us , Celestine Ekpenyong, a storyteller, poet and aspiring motivational speaker, sits down and talks with your host Angela Lyons. He takes us through his vibrant journey of creative expression, from childhood reading ambitions to publishing his poetry after three decades. He shares his personal insights on the power of storytelling, embracing one's cultural r...

In this episode of the Creatives Like Us podcast, host Angela sits down with Jess Bruno, a creative content strategist based in London. They discuss Jess's journey from aspiring Spice Girl (it's true!) to successful business owner, the importance of networking in a fun and engaging way (Ne'Twerking) and the challenges of building a business while managing chronic illness. Jess share...

In this episode, Angela Lyons discusses the critical importance of brand consistency for businesses. She shares practical steps for auditing your brand's visual identity across various platforms and emphasises the need for a cohesive brand image. Angela also provides insights on creating a simple brand guideline document to ensure consistency and memorability in branding. To gain more insight...

In this episode of "Creatives Like Us," host Angela Lyons engages in a heartfelt conversation with jewellery and accessory designer Sarah Christie. Sarah shares her journey from a young girl influenced by her Jamaican grandparents to becoming a successful designer with her own brand, By Sarah Christie . She discusses the importance of cultural heritage in her work, the challenges she fac...

In this episode of Creatives Like Us, host Angela Lyons reflects on her journey over the past year, discussing the importance of overcoming self-doubt, the impact of community support and the lessons learned from her podcasting experience.  The episode also highlights the achievements of the podcast and its guests, celebrating the diversity and creativity within the community. Support the podcast:...

In this episode, Angela sits down with Gus Bhandal, a LinkedIn trainer and marketing agency owner based in Coventry, to discuss authenticity in business and the power of being intentionally yourself.  Gus shares his unconventional journey from marketing professional to pub landlord and how running a pub for three years became the catalyst for starting his own marketing agency. The conversation exp...

In this solo episode, Angela Lyons emphasises the critical role of branding in business success. She discusses how branding is not just a visual identity but an investment that influences how people perceive and remember a business. What to look for before working with a graphic designer. The conversation also highlights the potential costs associated with neglecting branding, including missed opp...

In this episode of Creatives Like Us, Angela Lyons interviews Ella Orr, a personal branding coach, public speaker and social media marketer. Ella shares her journey from being a teacher to discovering her passion for social media marketing after a personal loss. She emphasises the importance of personal branding, the mindset shift required to embrace it and the value of networking and building con...

Angela Lyons sits down with Kayleigh Hall, a brand and website designer who transformed a "naive" leap of faith into an 11-year thriving freelance business. From accidentally discovering graphic design weeks before her uni interview to her obsessive love of typography, Kayleigh's journey is both inspiring and relatable.  Kayleigh opens up about experiencing workplace microaggression...

In this solo episode of Creatives Like Us, Angela Lyons discusses the often daunting topic of public speaking, emphasising its importance for small business owners and freelancers.  She shares personal experiences and practical tips for building confidence, starting small, and effectively communicating ideas. The conversation highlights the significance of visibility, authority, and clarity in pub...

In today's podcast episode, Angela takes a different format to the podcast by diving into public speaking with guest Festus Akinbusoye. He shares his personal experiences and provides practical advice on conquering fear and nerves while delivering powerful presentations through storytelling. Also he covers the significance of repetition in ensuring key messages resonate with listeners.  Festu...

Do you love or loathe social media? In this episode, I'm sharing how I was someone who absolutely loathed social media to using it with purpose for my business - Lyons Creative . I talk about practical tips on managing social media without burnout, including how I use time limits, content planning tools and the content pillar method to stay consistent.  You'll learn about my approach to...

In this engaging conversation, Yolanda Sissing, founder of Pinkleaf Social and co-founder of the Anti-Social Socialites, shares her journey from a conventional career to becoming a social media consultant for purpose-driven brands. She discusses the catalyst that led her to pursue her passion, the importance of redefining networking and her diverse clientele focused on social impact.  Yolanda also...

In this episode of Creatives Like Us Angela Lyons opens up about how this podcast has become her creative outlet and why she believes every single person has creativity within them. She shares exciting news about the upcoming Creatives Like Us event, celebrates community wins and reminds listeners that bringing something new into being, whether it's a business idea or a podcast episode, is th...

The mic flips for our Creatives Like Us season finale! Host Angela Lyons takes the guest seat while producer Heather Pownall leads an open, honest conversation about Angela’s journey from launching the podcast to growing her voice and confidence as a Black creative business owner. From the behind-the-scenes work to the meaningful messages from listeners, Angela shares the milestones, the lessons,...

In this inspiring penultimate episode of the season - the final guest interview of Creatives Like Us , Angela sits down in-studio with the radiant Vanessa Belleau — multidisciplinary creative, executive coach, TEDx Speaker and founder of Beautiful Water Studio and High Fifteen .  Vanessa opens up about what it really means to own your creative identity — even when you don’t fit into traditional bo...

In this episode, Ange sits down with Heather Ebanks, a graphic designer, photographer, and founder of the blog Digital Fluidity . Originally from South London and now based in South Wales, Heather shares her journey of navigating the creative world as a woman of colour, particularly within corporate spaces that didn’t always appreciate or amplify her voice. From her early creative sparks (hint: th...