Behind The Future

Lucy Hall’s story is one you don’t want to miss. In this episode of Behind the Future, Lucy Hall, founder of Digital Women and SocialDay, shares how she went from teaching herself digital marketing as a teenager with no computer at home to becoming one of the UK’s leading voices in digital skills and community building. Lucy didn’t take the traditional route. She wasn’t a straight-A student, didn’...

On today’s episode of Behind the Future, we chat with Tom Shaw, a Software Developer and Content Creator, who turned his love for gaming into coding, freelancing, and building real skills that can shape your future. If you’ve ever wondered how to take your gaming hobby and turn it into something more, this episode is packed with tips, inspiration, and practical advice for teens who want to level u...

In this episode, Ellen Bundy shares her journey from studying Geography to finding her passion in marketing, building communities, and just going for it. 💡 She talks about how starting small side projects, hosting meetups, and saying “yes” to opportunities helped her gain confidence, learn new skills, and grow her career. Ellen also shares her top networking tips, how to overcome imposter syndrom...

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Carlo Weaver, who shares his incredible journey from being homeless as a teenager to managing an £83 million portfolio. Carlo’s story is about resilience, determination, and never letting life’s challenges define you. He opens up about leaving school without his GCSEs, being diagnosed with autism, and facing extreme hardships. Carlo Weaver shows that eve...

In this episode, Sophie Miller shares her journey from being a student with an idea to becoming the founder of Pretty Little Marketers, a marketing community with an audience of over 600,000 people. Sophie talks about what inspired her to start, how she grew such a huge platform, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. Whether you’re curious about marketing, dream of starting your own busines...

In this bonus episode, student co-host Ruhaan takes us through the emotions and expectations of GCSE results day, from the build-up to the big moment. He opens up about how it felt, what he learned from the experience, and shares his thoughts on what’s next as he looks ahead to the future. Whether you’re hoping, stressing or somewhere in between, Ruhaan’s real talk is here to help. Behind the Futu...

This week on Behind the Future, we're joined by Holly Hobbs, Co-Founder and Chief Growth Officer at Your Future, to share her incredible journey into the digital world. From making viral TikToks about cookies while working at Tesco's, to landing a degree apprenticeship at Microsoft and then fearlessly launching her own business at just 18, Holly's story is a masterclass in modern entrepreneurship....

In this bonus episode, student co-host Alice shares her honest reflections on A-Level results day, the nerves, the surprises, and what she wishes she’d known. She also talks through her journey to university, including navigating Clearing, adapting to uni life, and the lessons she’s picked up along the way. If you’re feeling uncertain about your next steps, Alice’s advice and experience might be j...

This week on Behind the Future, Ashia, a Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services, joins us to share her incredible journey into the tech world; from studying A-level Computer Science to interning in Luxembourg and landing a dream role at one of the biggest companies on the planet. Ever wondered what it’s really like to work at Amazon? Or how to go from student to tech pro without knowing exactl...

In this special episode, Future Unplugged, Lucy, Ellen and Indy reflect on their own results day experiences, from nerves and surprises to what they’ve learned since. Whether you’re waiting on GCSEs, A-Levels or something else, they share honest advice, relatable stories, and a reminder that your results don’t define your future. Behind the Future is a podcast for the next generation of digital ta...

Are you curious about what it takes to build a successful SEO career? In this episode, Itamar, an experienced SEO director, shares his journey from speaking at Brighton SEO for the first time to leading a team and working directly with clients. If you want practical SEO career advice, this is the perfect guide for you. Itamar talks about why starting with the basics like keyword research and under...

This week on Behind the Future, we’re joined by Petra Abbam, Principal Responsible AI Manager at the BBC, a role she carved out through curiosity, reinvention, and a willingness to take risks. From dreaming of being a pilot to studying physics, dropping out, and eventually landing in computer science and French, Petra’s story isn’t linear, and that’s exactly what makes it powerful. After starting...

In this episode of Behind the Future, Darren Martin from The Evergreen Agency shares his journey from aspiring musician and YouTuber to creative lead. He talks openly about overcoming imposter syndrome, learning from mistakes, and building a creative team from scratch. Darren also explains why cultural fit is key in any career and how AI tools are transforming video production and marketing. Wheth...

This week on Behind the Future, we’re chatting with Claire, founder of Chime Agency, who proves you don’t need a degree (or a perfect plan) to build a brilliant career. Claire shares how dropping out of uni, getting made redundant twice, and trusting her gut led her to create her own successful business. We talk about career curveballs, why soft skills like creativity and empathy are more powerful...

This week on Behind the Future, Dan, a Product Designer at LAB, joins us to share how he navigated uncertainty in his early career, from studying engineering to landing in consultancy, before discovering a passion for design. Dan talks about falling into roles by accident, learning the power of design thinking, and how his consulting background helped him build people-first digital experiences. An...

This week on Behind the Future, Milly & Jodie from Climbing Trees join us to share how their apprenticeships helped launch their careers in media. They dive into the realities of starting in the industry, the challenges they overcame, and the confidence hacks that helped them succeed. Tune in for invaluable advice on breaking into media without a degree and why apprenticeships are the secret t...

In this episode of Behind the Future, Claudia a Strategy Director for a personal branding agency discusses her journey from studying international relations to her current career; sharing insights on navigating career changes, the importance of building a network, and using social media effectively for personal branding and career growth. She also delves into the complexities of strategy in person...

An exclusive interview with Daniel Priestley - author, entrepreneur, and a multiple-time guest on the acclaimed Diary of a CEO podcast with Steven Bartlett. In this episode of Behind the Future, Daniel shares his journey from dropping out of university to building seven businesses, three of which reached £10m+ turnover. He offers practical insights into entrepreneurship, personal branding, and wha...

This week on Behind the Future, we chat with Coral, a Marketing Director who went from planning weddings to leading campaigns. She didn’t even know what marketing was at first – but one rewrite of a murder mystery invite changed everything. Now, with over 10 years’ experience, Coral shares how she found her path, why soft skills matter, and how failures can fuel success. If you're curious about cr...

Lucy shares her journey from working in-house to embracing the fast-paced, reactive world of agency marketing. She talks about the excitement of agency life, the challenges, and the rewards, as well as the importance of having a mentor and a supportive team around you. Lucy’s passion for her role shines through as she reflects on how collaboration and guidance have shaped her career. Behind the Fu...

This week on Behind the Future, we chat with Tom Wilson, a media marketing pro with over 20 years of experience. He started out in the post room and worked his way up to agency director before going solo to help other agencies grow. Tom talks about how his career took different turns, learning loads of skills along the way. He also shares why networking is super important, how to handle change, an...

This week on Behind the Future, we’re talking to Jack Latchford - Senior Partner at Publicis Groupe UK and proof that you don’t need a degree to break into advertising. Jack started out by jumping straight into a working environment as an apprenticeNow, he’s on a mission to open more doors for people from all backgrounds. He shares how he made it, what really matters when you’re starting out, and...

This week on Behind the Future, we’re chatting with Dayana Collazos Ibarra, a digital marketing expert who’s crushing it in the world of TikTok. Dayana shares how she went from working in the beauty industry to mastering the art of viral content and building real communities on social media. She dives into the power of TikTok and how it’s totally changed the game for creators and brands alike. Plu...

This week on Behind the Future, we’re talking to Matt Greenwood - the guy in charge of all things automation and AI at Reflect Digital. Matt didn’t grow up dreaming of working in tech. In fact, he got into it by accident while doing a part-time job at uni. But he quickly realised he loved solving problems and making things run more smoothly using tech. So, he started finding clever ways to fix eve...

This week on Behind the Future, we're joined by Tyarna Agyekum, who leads the social media at The Drum, where she gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how she became the creative force behind one of the most fast-paced marketing communities in the industry. Tyarna opens up about her original ambition to become a psychiatrist and how a change in direction led her to pursue her passion for marketing...