No Bullsh*t Talks

Bianca Mitchell Avila started making her chess documentary, Madwoman's Game, at her dining table when she was just 15 years old - with no Hollywood connections, no budget, and one piece of advice from her dad: the worst thing that can happen if you reach out is a no. Six years later, that cold email landed Keanu Reeves as executive producer, and the film is premiering at the Miami Film Festival. I...

What does it really take to build a creative career on your own terms? In this episode of No Bullshit Talks, Sabrina sits down with Ajani Griffith - Miami-based film producer, music supervisor, director, and content creator who has worked with Warner Music, Sony, Universal, Heineken, and Red Stripe. His work has contended for three Oscars, and he's been vlogging for over a decade. But none of it c...

Jenna Zhang built Sipzen, a TCM-inspired sparkling wellness drink, after being diagnosed with PCOS and Hashimoto's and deciding Western medicine wasn't enough. In this episode, we get into the real story behind launching a physical product from scratch, being turned down by 80% of development companies, managing a team of people twice your age at 23, and what happened when a marketing agency turne...

What does it actually take to build a personal brand that works? Joe Gannon, founder of personal branding and content agency Amplify, has been behind some of the biggest names in the creator economy — including Chris Williamson (now top 10 on Spotify's Global charts) and Ali Abdaal. In this episode, we get into the real story: the burnout, the business lessons he learned three years too late, the...

From pawn to queen — what chess, bullying, and 20 years of persistence taught one filmmaker about life and business. In this episode of No Bullsh*t Talks, I sit down with Carla Berkowitz — Venezuelan-born filmmaker, martial artist, former anti-Nazi spy (yes, really), and the creator behind the critically acclaimed chess documentary Critical Thinking (starring John Leguizamo and Michael K. Williams...

Mike Lingle is back - five years after his first appearance on No Bullsh*t Talks, this time in person in Miami. Mike is a serial entrepreneur, startup mentor, VC fund manager, and former developer who's gone all-in on AI.In this episode, we get into the financial mistakes that kill startups, why most founders shouldn't raise money until they truly understand their numbers, and what investors are a...

Everyone's talking about empowering women. Not everyone means it. Amy Kean is the CEO of Good Shout, a social psychologist in training, and the founder of the Unlikable Woman Summit - a movement for women who've been told they're too much, too loud, or too direct. She's also one of the most honest voices in the room when it comes to calling out the BS that hides behind women's empowerment branding...

What does it actually take to build the most expensive spa in London - and why would anyone deliberately price themselves out of reach of most customers? Maxim Martin, founder of Seven Bali Spa in central London, didn't stumble into luxury. He made a calculated decision to charge more than anyone else, serve a clientele that is 99% non-British, and build a business that runs on retention rather th...

Most entrepreneurs waste time and money on PR that doesn’t work. Why? Because they’ve been sold a lie. In this episode of No Bullsh*t Talks , I’m joined by Priscilla Pollara — former top-tier journalist and strategic advisor to government officials — who now helps small business owners build brands that actually get noticed. We break down the biggest myths around PR , media exposure , and personal...

How do you actually raise investment for your startup — without the fluff? In this episode of No Bullsht Talks , I sit down with Anthony Rose , CEO of SeedLegals , to uncover the truth about raising capital. From pitching to term sheets, Anthony shares the real mistakes founders make when trying to secure funding — and what separates successful raises from failed ones. Whether you’re raising your...

What does running a half marathon before work teach you about building a business? In this episode of No Bullsh*t Talks, we sit down with Clair Heaviside, co-founder of marketing agency Serotonin and ultra-marathon runner, to talk about the underrated power of resilience, discipline, and entrepreneur health. Clair didn’t just build a successful marketing agency - she did it while running 13 miles...

Jack Gaisford is the founder of The Content Club and former agency owner. He candidly shares his journey of what it was like running a video production agency and not enjoying it, to making the decision to go all-in on content and even start a content community - The Content Club.  Jack shares a No Bullsh*t review on life as an agency owner, and tips for how to produce quality content as a founder...

Laura Moore is a money mindset coach who helps people make more money and change their relationship with money. We kick off the new season of the No Bullsh*t Talks podcast with a special live show and Laura discusses the biggest money mistakes that entrepreneurs make and some practical tips on how to build your wealth. Plus, as a social media influencer, Laura creates a lot of content for her audi...

If you only listen to one episode of No Bullsh*t Talks, let this be the one! As we close up season 2, Sabrina Chevannes does a full recap of all the lessons she's learned from each of her guests this year. In an extra-long and value-packed episode, you will get an overview of every episode aired this season along with the biggest lesson that Sabrina personally took away from each episode. This sho...

In this dynamic episode of No Bullshit Talks, Katie Street, founder of Street Agency, joins the host to discuss the importance of authenticity and transparency in business. They dive into the challenges and realities of running and marketing a business, emphasizing the need for genuine engagement and content that reflects the true ups and downs behind the scenes. Katie shares her strategic decisio...

*Breaking Down Barriers: Navigating Authenticity and Diversity in Entrepreneurship* In this episode of No Bullshit Talks, host Sabrina Buford introduces guest Alicia Richardson, founder of Black Creates Connect, DEI trainer, and lead diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant. The conversation revolves around the importance of authenticity in content creation and business, the challenges black pr...

Summary Challenging the Male Perspective: Inside the World of Gender Equality with Lee ChambersIn this episode of 'No Bullshit Talks,' host Sabrina interviews Lee Chambers, a qualified psychologist and advocate for gender equality, known as the Black Autistic Guy on social media. Lee shares his mission to guide men towards understanding and championing gender inclusion. Discussing his journey from...

From Trading Floors to Private Chefs: The Entrepreneurial Journey of Siddhi Mittal  In this episode of 'No Bullshit Talks', host interviews Siddhi Mittal, co-founder and co-CEO of YHangry, a platform offering private chefs at home for the same cost as dining out. Siddhi shares insights on overcoming challenges as a female entrepreneur, her journey through various accelerator programs including Y C...

The Truth About Personal Branding and Effective Selling on LinkedIn with Richard Moore  In this engaging episode of 'No Bullshit Talks,' host Sabrina introduces Richard Moore, a renowned LinkedIn sales expert, founder of the LinkedIn Client Accelerator, and the architect behind the Art of Sell community. They dive deep into the misconceptions of personal branding, the fallacies of superficial popu...

From Stage to Success: Pascalle Bergmans' Transformation & Insights on Getting Paid for Public Speaking Pascalle Bergmans shares her journey from being a West End musical theatre performer to becoming a successful public speaking coach. After a stroke ended her theatre career, she navigated through corporate jobs and severe mental health challenges before founding Presentales. Pascalle discuss...

Beyond Labels: Embracing the Journey with Charlie Rogers In this episode of 'No Bullshit Talks,' host Sabrina interviews Charlie Rogers, the founder of the Undefinable Community and a semi-pro sponsored athlete who has represented Team GB. Charlie shares his philosophy of seeing beyond conventional labels to connect with others as human beings, revealing how this approach has shaped his business a...

Summary Leanne Maskell is the founder of ADHD Works and is one of the countries leading ADHD coaches. Her books on ADHD are bestsellers and she's a LinkedIn Top Voice on this topic too.  She delves into what it's like running a business with ADHD and what other founders should do if they think they have ADHD or are struggling with symptoms. 🔗 Links Mentioned in Video ADHD Works at Work by Leanne...

Summary Konrad Sanders is the founder of The Creative Copywriter, a copywriting agency based in London. While other copywriters are freaking out about the rise of AI being a threat to their jobs, Konrad and his team are creating their own GPTs and using AI to improve their processes and surpass other agencies instead. Learn about how they create data-driven solutions in the form of copy for their...

From Agency Owner to Nature Advocate: Holly Tennock on Embracing Balance in Business Holly Tennock is an exited agency owner who sold her agency back in 2019 and completed her earn out after a couple of years. She now runs Wilder Work, to help business owners be more at one with nature. She explains what selling her agency was really like and how difficult it was for her. Plus, she explains why sh...

From Adversity to Advocacy: Ryan Hopkins' Journey to Well-Being Leadership In this inspiring conversation, Ryan Hopkins, a leading voice in well-being and mental health, shares his transformative journey from facing adversity to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Discover practical strategies to enhance your well-being as an entrepreneur, including the importance of resilience, seeking support, a...