PodMuse

Pretty Busy

Business EN ↓ 23 episodes

A podcast by founder of Odd Muse London, Aimee Smale.

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Business

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 6: Aimee in Paris 07.07.2026

This week, Aimee brings you a solo episode reflecting on her trip to Paris with Isobel, as well as attending the Cannes Lions Festival for the first time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 5: A New York Minute with Josh 23.06.2026

Of course the first guest on Pretty Busy had to be Aimee's fiancé, Josh! This week Josh and Aimee reminisce on their year in New York, recounting a special collaboration with Bentley, their favourite places to eat around the city, and getting engaged... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 4: Changing My Mind 16.06.2026

Aimee sits down for another solo episode this week to open up about what she's changed her mind on this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 3: The Odd Muse Brand Book 09.06.2026

Thank you for following along with Pretty Busy - we are only just getting started! In this episode Aimee discusses skincare, community, and unpacks secrets from the Odd Muse brand book. Pretty Busy, Lately https://aimeesmalex.substack.com/ Follow Pretty Busy on IG https://www.instagram.com/p/DYzNy33I8Xs/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 2: Log Off A Little 02.06.2026

Aimee talks about how her relationship with social media has changed, Substack articles, and her anxiety arout planning a wedding. Read 'Pretty Busy, Lately' https://aimeesmalex.substack.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 1: Welcome to Pretty Busy 26.05.2026

Aimee shares what she's been up to for the last 6 months during her podcast hiatus and launches an exciting new project. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Solo: I'm Engaged 29.01.2026

Aimee shares the exciting life update you've all been waiting for on this week's solo episode... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stefanie Sword-Williams: Make Yourself Noticeable 21.01.2026

Entrepreneur, author and international public speaker Stefanie Sword-Williams sits down with Aimee to talk about her new book Career Comedown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Solo: New Year, New Aimee 15.01.2026

Aimee sits down for a solo episode to reflect on business in 2025 and shares her plans for 2026! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marina Larroude: Founding Larroude 07.01.2026

This week, Aimee sits down with founder of Larroude, Marina Larroude. Before founding Larroude, Marina was the former fashion director at Teen Vogue, and VP fashion director at Barneys New York. Marina shares how Larroude is on track to become a 9 figure business in under 5 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Solo: Fear Is Your Fuel 24.12.2025

Merry Christmas Eve! This week, PodMuse brings you a short solo episode as Aimee debriefs the last few weeks of Q4 and answers a couple of questions from the muses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ruthie Friedlander: You Are The Company You Keep 17.12.2025

Aimee sits down with Ruthie Friedlander, NYC-based writer, editor, and founder of At Large Agency. Spanning almost two decades, Ruthie has spent much of her career at Chanel, The Row, In Style, and Elle Magazine. In this episode, Ruthie and Aimee talk about the nuance of confidence, the changing landscape of digital advertising, and how the inventory of your best work is a reflection of the compan...

Abby Price: Founding Abbode 10.12.2025

"Failure is not an option"; This week, Aimee sits down with Abby Price, founder of NYC-based custom embroidery brand Abbode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Solo: I'm Looking For A CEO 03.12.2025

Join Aimee for her first episode back in New York after a busy season of travelling, preparing for the holidays, and opening a new store on Bond Street in London. Aimee talks about what she is looking for when hiring another leader for her global brand Odd Muse London. Enjoy! Follow @podmusepodcast on Instagram for weekly guest announcements, updates, clips, and for the chance to get involved with...

Settling Into The City: Aimee's New York Update 03.09.2025

In this solo episode, Aimee sits down from Odd Muse’s New York store to share an honest update on life in the city. From navigating the move and settling into a new routine, to the highs, challenges, and little moments that make New York feel like home, Aimee takes you behind the scenes of this exciting chapter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hiring & Scaling As A First Time Founder 27.08.2025

In this week’s episode, Aimee opens up about Odd Muse’s scariest moments to date. Aimee shares the setbacks that shaped her journey as a founder. She reflects on what these challenges taught her, and how she plans to avoid them in the future. So, if you're a true Muse, an aspiring brand founder or simply fashion-obsessed (we totally get it), consider this your front-row seat to the world of Odd Mu...

I made the brand.. Now What? 20.08.2025

This week on PodMuse, we’re diving into life beyond the title of 'founder.' Aimee explores what it means to be known for the brand you built-and what happens when you’re ready to evolve beyond it. She opens up about balancing family life with building a business, the personal challenges she’s faced since launching, and what she’s hoping to reconnect with this year in New York. So, if you're a true...

Building a Brand 101: A Step-by-Step Approach 13.08.2025

This week, Aimee takes the mic solo for the very first time. In this special episode, she walks you through her personal 9-step framework for building a successful brand- from finding your purpose to standing out in a crowded market. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up, this episode is packed with actionable insights. So, if you're a true Muse, an aspiring brand founder or simp...

From Start Up to Super Food: PerfectTed Unpacked 06.08.2025

This week on the podcast, Aimee is joined by PerfectTed co-founder Marisa Poster to talk all things matcha. Marisa shares the inspiring story behind building one of the UK’s leading matcha brands, the matcha latte that almost made it to market, and the last-minute pitch that landed her a deal with none other than Steven Bartlett on Dragon’s Den. So, if you're a true Muse, an aspiring brand founder...

Pressure Makes Diamonds: The Fashion Show That Nearly Killed Us 30.07.2025

In this episode, Aimee dives into the reality behind the phrase 'pressure makes diamonds.' From pulling off a full fashion show in just six weeks to launching a New York pop-up store at lightning speed, she shares the behind-the-scenes chaos and creativity it takes to make big things happen fast. Expect candid stories, lessons learned, and the unfiltered truth about what it’s really like to operat...

Success, Setback and Starting Over: The story of a £35 Million Business in 7 years 23.07.2025

On this week's episode Aimee sits down with Luxe Collective founder Ben Gallagher to talk through the highs and lows of running a self funded business. They dive into what it's really like working with family, the break in that cost thousands and the closure of his first business. So, if you're a true Muse, an aspiring brand founder or simply fashion-obsessed (we totally get it), consider this you...

Inside Manufacturing: What They Don’t Tell You About Red Flags (Until It’s Too Late) 16.07.2025

On this week’s episode of PodMuse,  Aimee dives into the world of manufacturing- from the perspective of a startup founder navigating production for the very first time to scaling with trusted partners. Discussing the questions you should be asking as a first time brand and the red flags no one talks about when manufacturing. So, if you're a true Muse, an aspiring brand founder or simply fashion-o...

She Was Offered £33K to Go Blonde! And, That’s Not Even the Worst Part 09.07.2025

Isobel Lorna is a British luxury lifestyle content creator and the founder of Voir Social, a TikTok-focused creative agency based in London. With over 1.6 million followers across TikTok and Instagram, she’s known for creating viral, value-driven content that blends authenticity with aspiration. After growing her own platforms, Isobel launched Voir Social to help brands and creators succeed on Tik...

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