Let's Get Ugly

This week, we’re joined by Dr. Vali (bydrvali), one of the most sought-after names in the field, for a powerful conversation about redefining beauty and wellness. From her early days in medicine to becoming a pioneer in holistic skincare, Dr. Vali opens up about blending science, art, and intuition to help people look and feel their best. She gets real about why true beauty starts within, the psyc...

This week, we’re joined by Ana Klein and Ellie Wright, the powerhouse best friends behind Beam (@bemorebeam), the affordable makeup service that’s shaking up the beauty world. Ana and Ellie get real about the highs and lows of building a business from the ground up, the transformative power of makeup, and what it’s really like to run a company with your best friend. From learning to balance friend...

This week, we’re joined by model and fashion icon Shivani Sharma (@shivanisharma), who opens up about her journey navigating the modeling worlds of India and the UK. From cultural contrasts and industry challenges to the resilience it takes to make it, Shivani keeps it real about what life in front of the camera is really like. We chat about her unforgettable Cannes experience, her go-to beauty se...

This week, we’re joined by trichologist and hair expert Kate Holden (@kateholdenclinic) to talk about all things hair health. From hormonal hair loss to scalp microbiomes and the myths that just won’t die, Kate breaks it all down with honesty and science. We get into the future of hair tech and the innovations from Keeo (@keeohair), the brand behind the world’s first non-damaging heat styling tool...

This week, we’re joined by our friend Roxy Marrone (@healingwithroxy), co-founder of the skincare brand Eyeam (@eyeam), whose journey we’ve had the joy of watching unfold. Roxy opens up about navigating burnout, redefining success on her own terms, and the role self-care plays in building a business. She shares her personal experience with hormonal imbalances, the importance of community, and what...

This week, we’re joined by Bianca Nieddu (@biancanieddu), who has taken Instagram and TikTok by storm with her unfiltered take on growing up as a third culture kid. In her first ever podcast interview, Bianca opens up about life between India, Bali and London, and how her multicultural background has shaped her identity, creativity and voice. She talks about stepping into music, navigating self-ex...

This week, we’re joined by fashion editor Rosie Lai (@rosielai), whose career has taken her from Hong Kong to New York, Paris and London. Rosie opens up about moving between East and West, how cultural shifts shaped her identity, and why multi-hyphenate roles are the future of fashion. She shares her take on the industry, advice for emerging designers, and how the pandemic changed the way we conne...

Trish and Disha launch season 3 with Becky Bowyer (@beckyfashionstylist), the celebrity stylist behind some of the UK’s most-watched wardrobes including Michelle Keegan, Olivia Attwood and Frankie Bridge. Celebrated for her ability to fuse high street with luxury, Becky reveals how she builds standout looks, why accessories are worth the investment, and what it really takes to style personalities...

This week, we’re joined by Nina Briance—the founder and CEO of Cult Mia—who’s on a mission to revolutionise the fashion game. From a career in finance to launching a curated platform for the coolest independent designers around the globe, Nina shares the key moments that shaped her journey. We get into her pivot from consignment to drop-ship, how she’s scaling sustainability with made-to-order fas...

This week, we’re joined by Komal Nambiar—a cross-continental content creator and all-round powerhouse—who’s redefining what it means to show up authentically online. Komal opens up about her Indian heritage, the cultural identity she proudly weaves into her content, and the challenges of navigating the influencer space as a woman of colour. From calling out pay gaps and pushing for inclusivity, to...

Episode Description: This week, we’re joined by Nell Hudson—renowned actor, writer, and soon-to-be mum—who’s pulling back the curtain on what it really looks like to balance creativity, career, and impending motherhood. At six and a half months pregnant, Nell shares how this chapter has brought a surprising sense of calm, helped her let go of body image insecurities, and allowed her to embrace lif...

This week, we’re joined by spiritual healer, and author Estelle Bingham, who’s here to help us get grounded in a world that feels like it’s spinning out of control. Estelle breaks down the true essence process, sharing how we can reconnect with ourselves through rituals, nature, boundaries, and intention. She opens up about the journey behind her book Manifest Your True Essen ce , diving into the...

This week, we’re joined by the radiant Moon Onyx Starr—a motivational speaker, self-empowerment expert, and age positivity advocate. Moon’s mission is simple but powerful: help people reclaim their power and live life fully on their own terms. She gets real with us about her journey, from overcoming a turbulent childhood to challenging the way we talk about ageing and beauty. We unpack the pressur...

This week, we’re joined by creative powerhouse Santu Misra, whose visionary work has helped shape the face of digital storytelling in India. After 14 years in fashion and media—and launching India’s first-ever shoppable magazine—Santu made the bold decision to leave it all behind and start fresh in London. From developing iconic digital personalities to creating viral hits like South Delhi Girls (...

This week, we’re joined by Tatiana Bellator—pastry chef, content creator, and the mastermind behind Miss Bellator Bakes. From baking at just five years old to building a thriving business, Tatiana takes us through her journey of resilience and reinvention. We dive into how her viral French alter ego skyrocketed her social media career, the dark side of the industry, and how she escaped a manipulat...

This week, we’re joined by M—content creator, author, and former stripper—for a conversation that’s as unfiltered as it is eye-opening. From reality TV chaos to navigating the adult industry, M takes us through her journey from the South of France to London, breaking down the power moves (and wild moments) along the way. She spills on what really goes down in stripping, the sales skills no one tal...

This week, we’re joined by Sarah Pascarella, who flew in from Paris for her first-ever podcast interview! She takes us through her journey from California to au pairing in France, sharing the highs and lows—from a tough first host family to falling in love with French culture (and croissants). We get into the power of journaling, how she manifested her social media career, and the cultural quirks...

This week, we’re joined by Sofia Lai—fashion stylist, visual artist, and the genius behind our looks this season. But styling is just one piece of her story. Sofia takes us through her shift from fashion to sculptural art, using her work to explore insomnia, the body, and self-acceptance. We dive into her artist residency, where she embraced vulnerability by creating in front of strangers, and get...

This week, we have a conversation that’s as raw as it is eye-opening—mental health activist and filmmaker Rosie Viva joins us for her first-ever interview about her upcoming book, Completely Normal and Totally Fine. Rosie opens up about her journey with bipolar disorder, from a life-altering moment at Stansted Airport to finding balance in the chaos. We dive into the unfiltered realities of mental...

We never get to talk about this, but today, we’re diving deep into the wild world of brand building—the highs, the lows, and the absolute chaos in between. From the impact of bad publicity to the importance of visual consistency (shoutout to that very mystical Kohl Kreatives shoot that almost threw us off track), we’re breaking it all down. We also debate whether social media disasters are actuall...

This week is extra special because we’re joined by one of our best friends, PR powerhouse Katie Braden! Katie takes us through her journey from juggling multiple jobs to building a successful freelance PR career over the past decade. We get into the rise of boutique agencies, the shift toward authenticity in influencer marketing, and how social media is reshaping the industry. Plus, we take a trip...

Join Trish and Disha in the studio for a fascinating convo with Aliénor — the makeup artist and content creator behind the viral contrast filter that’s been taking over everyone’s FYP. She breaks down how understanding your facial contrasts can literally change the way you do your makeup, why personalisation is the future of beauty, and how AI is shaking up the industry. Aliénor also gets real abo...

Join Trishna and Disha for a raw and empowering convo with singer-songwriter Shai as she gets real about navigating beauty standards, cultural identity, and life in the music industry. Shai opens up about being bullied in an all-girls school and how those experiences shaped her self-worth and creative journey. From tackling evolving beauty norms in India to building a more inclusive and supportive...

Join Trishna and Disha as they chat with Hannah Attalah, founder and creative director of Oceanus, about building a brand that’s unapologetically bold, maximalist, and empowering. Hannah opens up about her journey from launching her first collection to navigating gender discrimination in business, all while balancing luxury with inclusivity. She shares her thoughts on body positivity, the power of...

Get ready for a deep dive into the world of dating apps with Trishna and Disha on Let’s Get Ugly. This week, they’re chatting with marketing guru Elixir Nahar, who spills the tea on how dating apps are shaking up India’s dating scene. Starting as a guerrilla ambassador in Bangalore, Elixir shares her journey to becoming a marketing lead and reveals how authenticity and creativity drive the industr...