Mikai McDermott

The Linen Service

Business EN ↓ 10 episodes

The Linen Service Podcast offers intimate and honest conversations with innovative founders, creators, and industry leaders. It focuses not just on what they’ve achieved, but on why they do what they do. We explore the pivotal moments, motivations and lessons learned that have shaped their journeys, giving listeners rare insight into the person behind the public profile.

Author

Mikai McDermott

Category

Business

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Latest episode

Sep 1, 2025

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Episodes

The Cost of Self-Actualisation | Mikai McDermott on Failure, Legacy & Living in Alignment 01.09.2025

In this solo episode, I share an honest reflection on what it really takes to pursue self-actualisation, the daily choice to live in alignment rather than settle for a life that only looks good on paper. From early career failures and risky pivots to saying no to misaligned opportunities, I explore the costs, rewards, and discipline required to build with intention. I talk about protecting your re...

The Inventor of Afro Future Afro Sexy | Brazy is the Afro Sexy Artist to Watch 25.08.2025

In this episode of the Linen Service Podcast , rapper and singer Brazy shares her journey as an artist, opening up about the importance of clarity, confidence, and staying true to your vision. She reflects on how being intentional helped her attract the right collaborators, why it's okay when others don’t immediately understand your work, and how protecting your energy is key to creative longe...

The Future of Beauty is Authenticity | Twiggy Jalloh on Writing, Wellness & Making Beauty Fun Again 18.08.2025

In this episode of The Linen Service Podcast, award-winning beauty and wellness journalist Twiggy Jalloh reflects on her journey from building a career at British Vogue to embracing the freedom of freelance life. Twiggy opens up about leaving behind the safety net of traditional roles, learning to trust herself in new ways, and the importance of writing with passion and intention. She shares actio...

From the Fashion Cupboard to Paris Runways | Eni Subair on Community, Curiosity & Carving Her Path 11.08.2025

Eni Subair, Senior Fashion Features Editor at The Face , joins us to talk about the power of community, staying curious, and what makes fashion storytelling meaningful. She shares how personal connections have shaped her career, from supporting designers like Nadine Mos and Tolu Coker to covering standout shows in Paris. We also hear how she navigates the fast pace of fashion weeks, why feedback i...

He Made Your Favourite DAZED Magazine Covers | Writer & Editorial Director Kacion Mayers on Friendship, Vision, and What Makes a Great Cover 04.08.2025

In this episode, writer and former Editorial Director at Dazed, Kacion Mayers joins us to reflect on his journey from university beginnings to reshaping the voice of youth media. Known for championing emerging talent and redefining what “British culture” looks like on the cover of magazines, Kacion shares how instinct, collaboration, and integrity have guided his editorial decisions. He opens up a...

This Founder Is Redefining Menswear | Bianca Saunders on Identity, Legacy & Dressing Usher for the Met Gala 28.07.2025

In this episode, we’re joined by award-winning menswear designer Bianca Saunders , a creative force who’s redefining modern masculinity through tailoring, movement, and cultural nuance. From dressing Usher in custom Bianca Saunders at the Met Gala to showcasing in the Met’s 2025 exhibition, she shares how her British-Jamaican identity has shaped every stitch. We dive into the power of family influ...

Mikai McDermott on Building Confidence Through Personal Style 21.07.2025

In this solo episode, I explore the connection between style and confidence, drawing from my own personal journey. I reflect on the times I felt fearless and authentic, as well as moments when I retreated behind what I wore and how I presented myself. Style is not just about following trends or minimal wardrobes; it’s a form of self-expression deeply tied to identity and confidence. Confidence doe...

She's Building a $20M Beauty Brand | Tendai Moyo on Legacy, Sacrifice & Redefining Black Haircare 13.07.2025

In this episode, I sit down with a trailblazing beauty founder Tendai Moyo, who’s redefining what it means to build a brand rooted in culture, science, and storytelling. From late nights in investment banking to launching a multimillion-pound company, she shares the real cost of success, and why there’s no shortcut. We talk about the generational loyalty to products like Blue Magic, the cultural r...

He Throws the Best Parties in London | Jojo Sonubi on RECESS, No Signal and the Evolution of Black British Culture 07.07.2025

In this episode, I sit down with Jojo Sonubi, a true multi-hyphenate and the creative mind behind Recess and No Signal, two of the most culturally significant platforms shaping Black British youth culture today. From almost becoming a doctor to studying graphics at Central Saint Martins and launching globally resonant projects mid-pandemic, Jojo shares how he’s been building community, legacy, and...

This 22 Year Old is Doechii’s Favourite Makeup Artist | Chelsea Uchenna on Reinventing Soft Glam and Being A True Artist 07.07.2025

In this episode, celebrity makeup artist Chelsea Uchenna joins us for a candid conversation on beauty, confidence, and carving your own path in the creative industry. Chelsea reveals how she balances creative vision with client expectations while maintaining her unique style and authenticity. From viral internet moments to navigating the pressures of the beauty industry, she opens up about the cha...

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