Seasonal Discussions

In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Smith from KLT Networking in Aberdeen to talk about how he got started in business, his passion for golf, and his love for Scottish courses. We also dive into the importance of networking that’s focused on people, building real, genuine connections rather than surface-level interactions. This conversation explores Andrew’s personal journey, what motivates hi...

Chris sat down with fashion designer Tince Benmouhoub for the latest interview on Seasonal Discussions. They discussed how she got started in dressmaking learning sewing and other skills from her grandmother, through to her time working in alterations in Aberdeen and now running her own online business. Check out Tince here: https://tincce.shop https://www.instagram.com/tince.fashion https://www.y...

It is official! Aberdeen Animates is the newest celebration of animation coming to the granite city and Chris is sitting down to chat with the founders, Aleksandra Clunas and Zara Weston. Check out Aberdeen Animtes here: https://www.aberdeenanimates.com https://www.instagram.com/aberdeenanimates https://www.youtube.com/@UCaS5dmsHvAJ1c5S7yn1qN-g https://www.tiktok.com/@aberdeenanimates https://www....

With over 20 years of coaching experience, Steve Thomson joins us in the studio to share his "Insights" into how to get the best out of YOUR team. #selfawareness #personaldevelopment #leadershipdevelopment Check out SYT Coaching & Development here: https://www.syt-coaching.co.uk Contact Steve directly to book your session: steve@syt-coaching.co.uk Follow Steve on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin...

Local hip hop producer and DJ Nick Cronin (a.k.a Vagrant Real Estate) joins Chris in the studio this week and shares some amazing stories about the hip hop scene in Scotland, as well as giving us an insight into the collaborations on his upcoming album. Check out Vagrant's info and music catalogue: https://www.vagrantrealestate.com Follow Nick online: https://www.instagram.com/vagrantproducer http...

From writing songs in her bedroom to performing in London and leading Aberdeen’s "Next Wave", Nicole D is a voice you’ll want to remember. In this episode, she opens up about her journey, her inspirations, and the future of her music. Check out Nicole's music here: https://www.youtube.com/@nicoled8981 Follow Nicole online: https://www.instagram.com/nicole_d__ https://www.tiktok.com/@nicole_d1_ htt...

Independent filmmaker Ross Milne gives us the low down on Indie filmmaking and some colourful stories from his time in the states. Check out "You'll Be Hurt When I'm Done: https://fawesome.tv/movies/10652634/youll-be-hurt-when-im-done Follow Ross online: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ross-milne-369a43191 https://www.instagram.com/gi_filmmaker Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dJMDb...

Heyday Digital founder Hannah Adams joins Chris in the studio this week for an insightful and colourful catch up! Visit Heyday Digital Agency for yourself: https://heydaydigitalagency.co.uk https://www.linkedin.com/company/heyday-digital-agency https://www.instagram.com/heydaydigitalagency https://www.facebook.com/heydaydigitalagency Follow Hannah on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahada...

Joining Chris in the studio this week is Darren Cadger, co-founder of Arch 35 Marketing. Visit Arch 35 for yourself: https://www.arch35.com www.linkedin.com/company/arch-35-marketing/ Follow Darren on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-cadger-arch35 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/C7HgGi6L9g8 Suggest a future guest here: Email - info@sznmedialtd.co.uk LinkedIn - www.linkedi...

Joining Chris in the studio this week is Aberdeen's most colourful creative, Rosée Elliott. Author of "Behind The Mirror", Rosée is an absolute powerhouse of positivity. Grab your copy of "Behind The Mirror": https://roseeelliott.com/books Follow Rosée on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/roseeelliott Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hNmbcmLma0E Suggest a future guest here: Email -...

Joining Chris in the studio this week is Isabel Lockhart, an Aberdeen based celebrant with a story that will take your breath away. Check "Legacy Celebrant" here: https://www.legacycelebrant.org.uk https://www.instagram.com/legacycelebrant_official https://www.facebook.com/legacycelebrant.org.uk https://www.linkedin.com/company/legacy-celebrant Follow Isabel on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/isabel...

Joining Chris in the studio this week is Marlow Bushman, a West Virginia native with an incredible story of their journey to the North East of Scotland. Check Mara Housing Cooperative: https://maracoop.org.uk https://www.facebook.com/people/Mara-Co-op https://www.instagram.com/maracoop_abz Follow Marlow on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/marlow-bushman Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://yout...

Joining Chris for this episode is Dr. Monika Gostic, one of Aberdeen's (if not Scotland's) most prominent nutritional coaches AND a teaching fellow at Aberdeen university. Check out Dr. Monika: https://monikagostic.com https://www.instagram.com/chronic_nutritionist https://www.facebook.com/DrMonikaGostic Follow Dr Monika on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dr-monika-gostic/ https://www.l...

Joining Chris for this episode is the owner of Somerville Books (Aberdeen's newest independent bookstore), Christie Murphie. Check out Somerville Books here: https://www.somervillebooks.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/somerville_books Follow Christie on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christie-murphie Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/jU6ZFO55aUI Suggest a future guest here: Email - i...

Joining Chris for this episode is award winning independent filmmaker, Bailey McKenzie Check out Bailey's profiles here: https://www.instagram.com/baileymckenziefilm_ https://www.linkedin.com/in/bailey-mckenzie-45b756317 https://www.imdb.com/name/nm16293964 Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Qpn1ORXlJjU Suggest a future guest here: Email - info@sznmedialtd.co.uk LinkedIn - www.linke...

Joining Chris for this episode is the enigmatic photographer behind Kingshill Studios, Susan Renee. Check out Kingshill Studios here: https://www.kingshillstudios.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/kingshillstudios/ Find Susan here: www.linkedin.com/in/susan-renée-kingshill/ Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0a1fhEKWX-c Suggest a future guest here: Email - info@sznmedialtd.co.uk Link...

Joining Chris for this episode is the founder and CEO of Prospect 13, Cerri McDonald Check out Prospect 13 here: https://prospect13.co.uk https://www.linkedin.com/company/prospect13/posts/?feedView=all Find Cerri here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cerrimcdonald Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/d860z0hrJzE Suggest a future guest here: Email - info@sznmedialtd.co.uk LinkedIn - www....

Joining Chris for this episode is local independant filmmaker, Kieron Williamson. Watch "A Half Ounce": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50AKPMJGe7A Follow Kieron: https://www.instagram.com/k1w1atw_prod Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/_W9rYw4y-aA Suggest a future guest here: Email - info@sznmedialtd.co.uk LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/company/szn-media-ltd/

On this weeks episode, Chris is joined by Finlay Hendry from Our Union Street. Full video episode available on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SZNMediaLtd Check out Our Union Street here: https://www.ourunionstreet.com https://www.instagram.com/ourunionstreet/ www.linkedin.com/company/our-union-street/ Suggest a future guest here: Email - info@sznmedialtd.co.uk LinkedIn - www.linkedi...

On this weeks episode, we catch up with Stuart Robb of Thistle Tavern, a local TCG and TTRPG store in the heart of Aberdeen.   Check them out here: https://thistletavern.com/   Suggest a future guest here: Email - info@sznmedialtd.co.uk www.linkedin.com/company/szn-media-ltd/  

Anne Magarin is undoubtedly one of the most infectiously positive people in the entire city. Her passion and enthusiasm for her work is inspiring and she is definitely the kind of human we all want to spend time around! Check them out here: https://www.chss.org.uk https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-magarin/ To feature on a future episode or recommend a potential guest, contact us at the following li...

Adam Joji is the founder of GRPZ Sports, as well as a successful personal trainer. All this achieved by the age of 25, this man is an inspiration to many. Check them out here: https://www.grpzsports.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-joji/