Pitching Passion

What does it actually cost to plan a wedding for people who already own five homes — and why is the best wedding she's ever been to a paper-tablecloth ceilidh at a cricket club? 💍✨ We sit down with Sarah Haywood — Britain's premier wedding planner, author of The Wedding Bible, and the woman CNN turned to as their bridal expert for the royal wedding of the Prince and Princess of Wales. Th...

What would it mean to finally understand your hair — and know exactly what it can do? 💇✨ We sit down with Greg Hill — master stylist at the renowned Josh Wood Colour salon in London, and the man trusted with the hair of some of the most photographed women in the world. Greg has spent decades helping people discover what their hair is truly capable of, and in this episode he opens up about the cr...

What does it truly take to keep a story alive — from the first spark of an idea all the way to an audience's memory? Sammy Pressman is a producer and the head of Pressman Film — one of independent cinema's most storied production companies. Founded in 1969 by his father, the legendary Edward R. Pressman, the company has produced over 100 films, including American Psycho, Wall Street, Badla...

What happens when a single psychedelic experience changes the entire course of your life? 🍄✨ 🎧🔥❤️‍🔥LISTEN VIA LINK IN BIO & -❤️‍🔥🔥🎧 https://linktr.ee/pitchingpassion We sit down with Milana Abensperg und Traun — founder of Funga , a platform and product brand on a mission to reconnect people with the healing power of nature. A young Austrian woman who took a hero dose of magic mushroom...

What does it take to survive on both sides of the law? 🌎🔥 We're back with Keith Bulfin — the former investment banker from Melbourne who was persuaded to work undercover for the DEA, spent three years in a maximum security prison to build cover, and then found himself running a covert bank for the world's most dangerous drug cartels in Mexico City. In this second conversation, we go deep...

What does it really mean to make something that matters? 🏺✨ We sit down with Emma Bridgewater — one of Britain's most beloved ceramicists, entrepreneur, and now Dame — the woman who walked into a derelict Victorian pottery factory in Stoke-on-Trent and decided to bring it back to life. That was 1984. Today, over 360 people work there, and her hand-decorated pottery sits on breakfast tables a...

What does it actually take to build a relationship that lasts? 💑✨ We sit down with Julie Menanno — couples therapist, bestselling author of Secure Love , and one of the most followed relationship experts in the world with over 1 million followers . 💫 She's the woman couples turn to when they've tried everything and still can't stop having the same fight — and she has a remarkable gi...

What if the way you're breathing right now is holding you back? 🌬️✨ We sit down with Jamie Clements — breathwork specialist and founder of The Breath Workspace — to explore one of the most overlooked tools for human performance: the breath 💨. From managing anxiety and panic attacks as a young rugby player 🏉, to working with the likes of Channel 4, Meta, the Four Seasons, and Heineken — and...

What if you were forced to bank billions for the Mexican drug cartels while secretly working with the DEA? 🇲🇽💰 In this explosive two-part episode, Keith Bulfin shares how he went from running a boutique investment bank to becoming the financial architect for some of the world’s most dangerous cartels – all while secretly working with US authorities. 🕵️‍♂️ We dive into: How “creative banking” turn...

What does it take to be confident? 🪞✨ We sit down with Sheridan France inside her stunning London clinic 🏛️🌸 — one of the most respected facial aesthetics practitioners in the UK, with over 20 years of experience and a client list she can't talk about (but you can Google her mentor). She's the woman people fly across London to see when they finally want it done right , and the woman who...

Walking It Out: Pilgrimage, Singing and the Cure for Modern Disconnection with Dr Guy Hayward 🚶‍♂️🎤💫 🌿 Dr Guy Hayward reveals how ancient practices like pilgrimage and communal singing combat today's epidemic of isolation and disconnection.🛤️ From walking sacred routes to embracing ritual in nature, he shares actionable ways to reconnect body, soul, and community.🧠 Explore the science-bac...

What does it really mean to welcome someone to your restaurant — and to do it every day for over four decades? 🍽️🤝 We sit down with Sally Clarke inside her iconic Notting Hill restaurant, Clarke's (London) 🏡✨ — a place now serving the grandchildren of its original customers 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦. Sally takes us behind the scenes of a life built around seasonal menus that change every single service...

What really happens when someone leaves prison—and why a fixed address can be the difference between stability and sliding back into survival mode. 🚪🏠​Kingsley Bempah (CEO, ARK Resettlement Services) explains the “housing first” reality: without a home, people can struggle to access benefits, healthcare (GP), and safe supervision in the community. 🧾🩺​ In this episode, we explore how ARK suppor...

How Nature Heals People, Rainforests & Conservation — with Merlin Hanbury-Tenison In this episode, we sit down with conservationist Merlin Hanbury-Tenison to explore how nature helps the nervous system reset, and why reconnecting isn’t a luxury… it’s a return to what we are. 🌍✨ Merlin shares his own experience of complex PTSD, and how modern urban/corporate life can intensify stress and disc...

What does it actually mean to care for your mental health — not in theory, but in real life? 🌿🧠In this honest and thoughtful conversation, bestselling author & mental health campaigner Rachel Kelly shares lived experience, clear perspective, and practical insight into staying grounded when life feels demanding, uncertain, or overwhelming 🌊🧘‍♀️From grief and anxiety 💔😔 to self-compassion...

Step into the world of ✨ Tomasz Starzewski — renowned 👗 fashion and 🛋️ interior designer behind some of British style’s most iconic moments. In this honest and thoughtful conversation, he shares stories from dressing Princess Diana 👑 to redesigning homes 🏡 and supporting women’s craftwork in Morocco 🌍🧵. Tomasz Starzewski is a British 🇬🇧 fashion and interior designer, known for his refined, a...

📸 In this episode, we sit down with legendary photographer Hugo Burnand for an honest conversation behind the lens. 👑 From royal moments to raw, personal stories, Hugo reflects on what photography has really meant in his life. 📰 Hugo Burnand has had a long-standing relationship with Condé Nast , particularly contributing to Tatler and House & Garden magazines. His impressive list of subject...

🎙️ Step inside the creative world of Lindsay Jill Roth — TV producer, author, and champion of meaningful stories.💡 From producing with Oprah to reshaping modern romance, Lindsay reveals how storytelling shapes everything.❤️ Learn how asking the right questions can build intimacy, confidence, and connection — on screen and in life. 🔑 Key Takeaways 🎬 The Producer’s Lens : How Lindsay crafts power...

🎧 In this episode, we sit down with veteran sports broadcaster Rupert Bell for a fascinating journey through four decades of covering everything from Wimbledon 🎾 to the Cheltenham Festival 🏇. Rupert shares how a childhood love of sport ❤️ turned into a lifelong career, the thrill of being behind the mic 🎙️ at world-class events, and what it’s really like reporting on royalty 👑 and interviewing...

Inside London’s Leading Food Redistribution Charity — The Felix Project with Marcus Roberts ✨ In this episode, we go inside The Felix Project – London’s leading food redistribution charity 🍎🚛 – with Relationship Manager Marcus Roberts, whose passion for community and service shines through every story. 💚 We explore:1️⃣ How The Felix Project rescues surplus food and delivers it to schools, mosq...

What’s the real role of comedy in a world full of chaos? 🤔In this episode, rising star Alfie Dundas dives into why laughter is more than just punchlines — it’s connection, resilience, and a way to make sense of it all. 🎭We explore the highs and lows of stand-up, the ethics of edgy humor, and how comedy builds unexpected bridges between people. 🎧 🔥 ❤️‍🔥 FULL EPISODE LISTEN HERE ❤️‍🔥 🔥 🎧   h...

In this episode, we step into the deliciously detailed world of Audrey’s Chocolate with owners Alice and Will Crone. From rebranding a heritage chocolate company 🍬 to managing a growing team 👥 and crafting every piece by hand ✋, they share the real stories behind building a luxury brand rooted in nostalgia, creativity, and joy ✨. 🍓 Takeaways include: – The power of storytelling 📖 and traditi...

Go behind the scenes with ITV Racing presenter Oli Bell as he shares what it takes to stay authentic under pressure at iconic events like the Grand National and Royal Ascot 🐎🎙️. From powerful stories of unsung heroes in racing to surprising life lessons learned at the poker table ♠️, Oli opens up about the emotional heart of the sport and why accessibility and diversity matter now more than ever...

Step into the high-stakes world of hostage negotiation with Scott Walker —one of the most seasoned crisis responders on the planet. In this gripping episode, we uncover the mindset, methods, and emotional mastery it takes to influence dangerous individuals and navigate the toughest conversations of your life. What you’ll learn: 🧠 How world-class negotiators stay calm and in control—even under ext...

In this episode, relationship psychologist Susan Quillian returns to unpack the subtle signs of a healthy connection—and the warning signals we often overlook. From emotional generosity to self-awareness and patience, we explore what truly makes love last. Whether you're dating, committed, or navigating single life, these insights are for you. Susan Quilliam Psychologist, coach & prolific auth...