Finding Your Pink 🦩

At just 18, Tanya Roberts Browne became a mum to Oisín, who was born prematurely at 26 weeks and diagnosed with cerebral palsy. She was told he might never walk or talk.

What followed was a journey of uncertainty, resilience and a mother’s determination to keep fighting for her son.

But Tanya’s story doesn’t stop there. Seeing what was missing for children like Oisín, she joined forces with other parents to help create a more inclusive space in GAA, where every child has the opportunity to take part, feel welcome and know they belong.

In this week’s episode of Finding Your Pink, Tanya shares their story — the battles, the breakthroughs, the moments that tested her and the journey of finding her own pink along the way.

A beautiful reminder of what can happen when love becomes action and one person decides to make a difference.

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Trigger warning: This episode discusses childhood sexual abuse, trauma and the delayed realisation of abuse. Please take care while listening.

In 2020, in her 40s, Tara Thompson realised that she had been sexually abused as a child.

In this deeply honest conversation, Tara talks about the experience of finding out something that had been hidden from her for so many years, and the questions, emotions and memories that followed.

She shares what it meant to understand her childhood through a completely different lens, the importance of being believed, and why speaking out has become such an important part of taking her power back.

Tara also talks about justice, the courage it can take to tell your story, and the reality that for many survivors, the journey doesn't begin until long after the abuse has happened.

One in four women and one in six men experience sexual abuse before the age of 18 in Ireland. Tara's story is a reminder of why we need to listen, believe and keep talking about it.

This is a difficult conversation, but an important one — about truth, survival, power and finding your voice

Tara's Website -https://thequestyoga.com/

Tara on You Tube - The Quest Yoga - YouTube

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What happens when the life you thought you were going to have doesn’t turn out the way you imagined?

We’re often sold the fairytale of two parents, a child and a happy family life. But what happens when a long-term relationship or marriage ends – and suddenly you find yourself having to write a completely different story?

In this episode, I’m joined by Orla Donoghue, who became a single parent after her relationship ended during the Covid lockdown. She found herself grieving not just the relationship, but the whole life she had imagined for herself and her son.

We talk about the shock of separation, the loneliness that can come with starting again, the stigma and sense of failure that can creep in, and what it feels like to suddenly have to share your child between two homes.

Orla is incredibly honest about those early days – feeling as though the script had been ripped up and she had no idea what the next line was. But she also talks about finding her way through it, asking for help and eventually turning her own experience into a new career supporting other single parents through Solas Coaching.

This is a conversation about separation, motherhood, grief, starting again and finding your way when life looks nothing like the picture you had planned. And, ultimately, about discovering that a different life can still be a good life.

Find out more about Solas Coaching here - https://www.solascoaching.com/

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In the first episode of Series 4, I’m joined by the wonderful Dr Doireann O’Leary for a deeply honest conversation about loss, love, motherhood, resilience and finding your way back to yourself.

Doireann opens up about losing her beloved sister Elaine, losing her dad to cancer, and then facing her own cancer diagnosis just weeks later.

We talk about grief, rebuilding your life after unimaginable loss, becoming a mum and that feeling of “Who the heck am I anymore?”

But perhaps most importantly, we talk about how moving forward doesn’t mean leaving the people we’ve lost behind.

We remember them. We carry them with us. And we keep living. 💗

A really special conversation about Resilience • Rebuilding • Remembering — and finding your pink again.

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Welcome to season 4 of Finding Your Pink with me Emma Ledden

This podcast is about rediscovering your colour and spark and this new season is all  about choosing life.

Choosing joy after grief.

Choosing courage after fear.

And Choosing to believe your story isn't over yet.

Every guest you'll hear has faced moments they never expected. But instead of letting those moments define them, they chose to write another chapter.

Season 4 of Finding Your Pink begins September 21st and I can't wait to share these conversations with you. 

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And just like that… Season 3 comes to a close 🦩

This final episode is a chance to pause, reflect and say thank you for all the conversations, vulnerability, honesty and connection shared throughout this season of Finding Your Pink.

We talk about confidence, boundaries, reinvention, identity and what it really means to slowly return to yourself — in your own time.

Thank you for listening, sharing, supporting and finding your pink alongside me.

The final episode of Season 3 is out now 🎙️✨

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In this deeply powerful episode of Finding Your Pink, I sit down with Emer O’Neill—author, educator, broadcaster, and activist—to explore the lived reality of being Black and Irish.

From her early days as a teacher to becoming a familiar face on RTÉ, Emer shares how one honest video about her experiences changed the course of her life—and led her into activism. But with that visibility came a heavy cost.

Emer speaks openly about the weight of using your voice to challenge bias, the backlash she has faced, and the emotional toll of standing up for what is right. She shares heartbreaking moments from her childhood, the reality of navigating the world on guard, and the everyday experiences—from hair touching to being asked “where are you really from?”—that highlight the deeper issues of race and belonging.

This conversation is not about blame—it’s about awareness. About learning to sit with discomfort, to question what we think we know, and to grow.

At its core, this episode is about humanity. About seeing each other. And about finding compassion in the conversations that matter most.

Emer's Book - https://www.amazon.ie/Same-but-Different-Emer-ONeill/dp/0717192857/ref=sr_1_1?crid=243SCYUIHKGB7&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.noOCqCQNrTPeB6ahIuGCDYanIADzQWSmi58bwt8HlLHGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.jJz-mpOdaet0wEzQQTB4GWJ60YxFTyGsMYHNeCSuIXs&dib_tag=se&keywords=emer+o+neill&qid=1776505503&sprefix=emer+o+neill+%2Caps%2C72&sr=8-1

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On this episode of Finding Your Pink, I’m joined by an Irish woman who followed her dream all the way to the top of the fashion world.

Kristine Kilty is a fashion stylist, creative director and entrepreneur who has spent more than two decades working at the highest level of the industry — styling celebrities, collaborating with global brands and working alongside iconic names like Vivienne Westwood, Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Chanel and Dior.

But Kristine’s story isn’t just about fashion and success.

In this conversation, she shares the reality behind the glamour of the fashion industry — the long hours, the relentless pace and the surprising moments of solitude that come with a career in the spotlight.

Kristine also opens up about a life-changing brain injury that forced her to slow down, reassess her life and rediscover what truly mattered.

What followed was not just recovery, but reinvention.

Together we talk about ambition, resilience, alignment, and the courage it takes to evolve — even when others don’t understand your path.

And of course, we talk about what it really means to find your pink.

Kristine’s Debut Book is available here - https://www.amazon.com/Fashion-Stylist-Banging-Portfolio-Powerful-ebook/dp/B0GMK839C1/ref=sr_1_1?crid=S4HGMFXOS8YP&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.cF9G0zYEesNjOyJakfhidRHU26YS1oP2x7FOHV6o4ZBZD5QjFsNaNvHj6l5gX9uS.o_heR1-X27PpdWrO5HNHnoeWvCe9x53lYz3mDiEbuNA&dib_tag=se&keywords=fashion+stylist+kristine+kilty&qid=1773497261&sprefix=fashion+stylist+kristine+kilty%2Caps%2C216&sr=8-1

Kristine also has a Jewellery brand and you can find it here - https://frequencyparisibiza.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorJCAFUFPp0-Bthgxxm9MWVr_roHrkIwz7kJyfPRRwJkXwvntlA

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In this week’s episode of Finding Your Pink, I’m joined by the incredible Miriam Hussey — integrative lifestyle pharmacist, co-founder of Soul Space, bestselling author, and a woman who truly embodies light.

Miriam shares what it really means to “find your light” — and why so many of us have unknowingly dimmed it. From childhood conditioning and subconscious programming, to burnout, motherhood depletion, and modern-day busyness, we explore how our light becomes blocked… and how to gently reconnect with it.

We talk about the concept of a “soul script,” the importance of pressing pause, and the courage it takes to align with those quiet inner whispers. Miriam also shares her own experience of reaching a depleted, broken place in motherhood — and how learning to move from head to heart became the turning point.

This is a conversation about choosing your hard, regulating your nervous system, and remembering that even when life feels heavy, your light is never gone — it’s just waiting to be reignited.

✨ Be brave. Be beautiful. Be you.

Miriam and Gerry are running an event in Dublin on Sunday April 12th called Soul Sunday -Tickets available here https://ti.to/soul-space-the-experience/soul-sunday-talbot-hotel?source=instagram_bio&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnRJIPwOeqCY51_KPhgUaQSkdZenG6fDV9PnraEca5yi74Xhd2GMNr0UrigME_aem_10WUZWUCSOvuhYTnc_MvOg

📚 Miriam’s book: Light Up - https://www.amazon.ie/Light-Up-Energise-supercharge-SHORTLISTED/dp/0717197190/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2QMM73P1NIPU4&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.lSxCDNnSZIzXQd2getAhNw.4bhZLsPZufykzwBG12pDm9Iurk1TtZ7D8r17DDR3uYI&dib_tag=se&keywords=light+up+miriam+hussey&qid=1772022185&sprefix=miriam++light+up%2Caps%2C57&sr=8-1

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Content note: This episode discusses infertility and pregnancy loss- Please listen with care.

Today on Finding Your Pink, I’m joined by my dear friend Julie Wells — a woman with a remarkable career in marketing who has also faced some of the most difficult personal challenges imaginable.

Julie shares her experience of undergoing nine rounds of IVF, multiple miscarriages, and the emotional, physical, and financial toll infertility took on her body, her marriage, and her life. From navigating daily scans and injections while holding down a demanding career, to the devastating language used around pregnancy loss, this conversation is raw, honest, and deeply important.

Julie also speaks about the impact infertility has on relationships, including the often-unspoken experience of partners and husbands, and the guilt that can follow even after becoming a parent.

This is a conversation about grief, resilience, identity, and what it really means to “find your pink” after years of survival.

Julie's main goal in telling her story is to help others. Please find the resources she mentioned below.

Helena Tubridy - https://helenatubridy.com/

National Infertility Support and Information Group - https://nisig.com/

The Fertility Detective - https://www.jessicabourke.com/

Connect with Julie - https://www.instagram.com/jguckian/

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In this brand new episode we’re talking about a topic that can still feel uncomfortable — even in 2026 — sex.

So many of us grow up without the language, confidence, or education to talk about our bodies, pleasure, or intimacy without shame. And yet, these conversations matter — because understanding our sexuality is part of understanding ourselves and finding our pink.

My guest today knows this deeply. Grace Alice O’Shea is a sex educator and author. Her work supports women to unlearn shame, reconnect with their bodies, and approach sex with curiosity, compassion, and confidence.

In this open, honest, and deeply validating conversation, Grace and I talk about sex — without pressure, performance, or judgement.

Grace explains why low libido is the number one reason people come to see her — and why, most of the time, it makes complete sense. We explore how desire is shaped by exhaustion, emotional labour, relationships, and the ways sex is often framed around pleasing others rather than comfort, consent, or pleasure.

We also talk about vaginismus — a common but rarely discussed condition — and why so many women feel disconnected from sex, unsure of what they like, or quietly carrying shame about their bodies.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why there is no “normal” or golden number for sex
• Why pleasure matters more than orgasms
• Faking orgasms and the pressure to perform
• How small moments of connection build intimacy
• Losing yourself in an emotionally abusive relationship
• What it means to lose — and find — your pink
• Leaving a PhD after panic attacks
• And Grace’s late autism diagnosis after a lifetime of being told she was “just anxious”

🎧 A powerful listen for anyone navigating intimacy, identity, and self-trust.

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This week on Finding Your Pink in this deeply honest and moving conversation, I’m joined by Dr Clodagh Campbell — psychologist, author, and mum — to explore the layers of identity, motherhood, love, loss, and healing.

Adopted as a newborn, Clodagh grew up in a loving and secure home, yet carried a deep sense of anxiety and fear of abandonment from a very young age. As an adult — and now as a psychologist who has done extensive personal therapy — she reflects on how early separation from her birth mother shaped her nervous system, her relationships, and her sense of safety in the world.

Clodagh also opens up about motherhood, including suffering from hyperemesis during all three pregnancies — an experience that left her physically depleted and emotionally stretched. She speaks candidly about the exhaustion of early motherhood, the reality of going from one child to three, and how losing her pink happened when she was at the height of her career success.

🎧 A must-listen for anyone navigating motherhood, adoption, anxiety, or the quiet work of becoming whole.

You can get a copy of Clodagh's book The Steps here - https://www.amazon.ie/Steps-lessons-therapy-healing-creating/dp/1804580864/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2ZN45LYYSPW12&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.-1z_tsQpPCfW1JYTNCGMcQ.PMjH5TaD8r7-Wb42smDRrL8_nZhbqyNkIbVuFHGKsfA&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+steps+by+clodagh+campbell&qid=1772215823&sprefix=the+steps+clo%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-1

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In this powerful new episode of Finding Your Pink, I sit down with a former colleague of mine, broadcaster and DJ Nikki Hayes for an honest conversation about addiction, identity, motherhood, and starting again.

Behind the public persona was a woman quietly struggling — with anxiety, low self-worth, addiction, the breakdown of her marriage, and ultimately losing custody of her daughter. Nikki shares what it’s really like to rebuild a life after rock bottom, one sober day at a time.

But this is not a story about alcohol. It’s a story about losing yourself — and finding your way back.

About rebuilding trust slowly. About learning to live with regret without being defined by it.

And about discovering that real acceptance comes from within.

Now over two years sober, Nikki speaks with courage and honesty about the hardest parts of recovery, the long road to forgiveness, and why becoming a mother her daughter can be proud of is her definition of pink.

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In this episode I'm joined by comedian, businesswoman, wife, mother — and the creative force behind some of TikTok’s most loved characters — Julie Burke.

From growing up in a house full of girls in the 80s, trying to stand out while staying true to herself, Julie shares her journey through motherhood, business, and the moment she decided it was time to pour back into herself. As her children got older, the space for creativity grew — and with a little encouragement from a friend, Julie took a leap into comedy on social media.

While Instagram’s polished, picture-perfect culture never quite fit, Julie found her people on TikTok — with her very first video going viral. From there, she made a conscious decision to create comedy that was kind, clean, and something she could truly stand behind.

Julie opens up about:

• Creating comedy without cruelty or cursing
• Why validation is nice — but never necessary
• Managing trolls with humour, perspective, and confidence
• Her three pillars for content: educate, entertain, uplift
• Why creativity can be an act of self-care
• And how staying true to yourself is the real success

With honesty, humour, and a brilliant cheese analogy you won’t forget, Julie reminds us that not everyone has to like you — and that’s not only okay, it’s wonderful.

This episode is a refreshing, empowering conversation about confidence, creativity, boundaries, and being proud of who you see when you look in the mirror.

✨ Funny, thoughtful, and deeply relatable — this one will leave you smiling and inspired.

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Welcome to the first episode of Season 3 of Finding Your Pink. In this powerful and reassuring conversation, Nicole Howes joins us to talk honestly about the reality of raising teens in a digital world, navigating big emotions (theirs and ours), and finding your way back to yourself as a parent.

As Nicole beautifully explains, your teenager is learning how to be a teenager at the same time as you are learning how to parent one. There will be flare-ups, missteps, and moments where things don’t go the way you hoped — but if you know they’re a good person, you will find your way through it together.

• The reality of online safety, including early exposure to porn and why parents need to stay informed
• Why the pressure isn’t just on parents — and how tech companies and systems play a huge role
• The rise of misogynistic content being pushed to young boys online
• The impact of social media on teenage girls’ body image
• How to talk openly about skincare, makeup, and self-image without shame or fear
• Nicole’s personal journey through burnout, invisibility, and rediscovering her sense of purpose

Nicole also shares the moment she realised she needed something that was just hers. A reminder we all need purpose, creativity, and something we can say, “I did that.”

This episode is thoughtful, grounding, and full of perspective for parents who are trying their best in a world that feels louder and more complex than ever.

🎧 If you’re parenting teens — or heading that way — this is an episode you’ll want to listen to, save, and come back to again.

Nicole's book - Not A Survival Guide is available on Amazon.

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I’m so excited to welcome you to Season 3 of Finding Your Pink, launching January 19th 2026

Finding Your Pink is inspired by the flamingo — a symbol of how women often lose their colour while nurturing others, and how, over time, they find their way back to themselves. Every two weeks, an extraordinary woman joins me to share the moment she felt lost and the journey she took to reclaim her confidence, calm, and colour again.

This season, we’re diving even deeper into the real, complicated, beautiful — and sometimes painful — parts of life. We’ll be talking about mothering teenagers, addiction, adoption, racism, fertility, brain injury, sex, and so much more. These are big topics, but the stories are honest, hopeful, and deeply uplifting.

To those who’ve been with me since Season 1 — thank you for being part of this community. And if you’re new here, you’re so welcome. You can catch up on Seasons 1 and 2 anytime, with some truly powerful conversations waiting for you.

Join the conversation on Instagram or TikTok, and until Season 3 begins…

stay pink. 🦩

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Season 2 was a season of connection, creativity, and courage.

These episodes were so much more than interviews—they became lessons, reminders, and invitations to find our own pink, in whatever way that shows up in our lives. Every guest brought wisdom, every conversation stretched us, and every story reminded us of what it means to be human.

As we wrap this season and take a short pause, we’re getting ready to step into Season 3—a season built on depth, truth, and the conversations we need to have, but often don’t know how to start.

Season 3 will explore real, raw, and transformative topics with incredible women, including:

• mothering teenagers
• addiction
• adoption
• racism
• fertility
• brain injury
• sex

These are conversations that matter, and I can’t wait to bring them to you.

Before we close out Season 2, I want to say a massive thank you—for listening, for growing with me, for supporting this podcast, and for helping shape this community into what it is becoming.

Season 3 arrives January 2026.

Until then, stay pink. 💗

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This week, for the final episode of Season 2, I sit down with Suzanne Kane — a lifelong radio lover, self-confessed audio anorak, and one of Ireland’s most genuine voices both on and off the airwaves.

Suzanne’s story began in a shed at 14 years old broadcasting as Sue Jackson. From driving promo vans to becoming Spin FM’s very first Spinny, she built her career from the ground up — nothing was handed to her.

In this episode we talk about:

🎧 Her deep love of radio as a place of true connection

💬 How being told “women don’t like women on air” shaped her — and how she’s rewriting that story

🌿 The reality of leaving a long-term show and navigating what she calls “the in-between” — the lonely, quiet space between endings and new beginnings

💖 Her commitment to kindness, even in difficult spaces, and the incredible wave of support she’s received from women saying, “We see you, we miss you and we know"

Suzanne opens up about the cost of toxic work environments, the courage it takes to walk away, and the rediscovery that follows when you finally say enough is enough.

This conversation is raw, real, and filled with heart — a reminder that sometimes the most powerful chapters are the ones that come after we stop performing and start reconnecting with who we truly are.

Find Suzanne on Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/suzanne.fm/

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In this soulful episode of Finding Your Pink, I’m joined by my coach of 15 years, Maureen Hewitt, to explore a powerful question: Who am I becoming—now?

Maureen reflects on the many identities she has carried—mother, wife, businesswoman—and the way those roles can blur or even silence the truest parts of ourselves. She shares how, as energy beings, our “pink” represents love, freedom, and vitality. Yet we can’t simply return to the pink we knew in our 20s or 30s. Life changes us, reshapes us, and demands that we discover a new pink that honors who we are becoming today.

Together, we dive into:

• The evolution of identity through motherhood, career shifts, heartbreak, and menopause.
• Why we so often appear strong on the outside while running on empty inside.
• The misalignment between head, heart, and gut—and how to reconnect them.
• The importance of setting boundaries around our energy, relationships, and time.
• How women transform pain into resilience with humour and grace.

This conversation is a reminder that we don’t get our old pink back—but we can create a new version of it. One that is rooted in self-love, balance, and freedom. Maureen’s journey invites us all to pause, hold a mirror up to ourselves, and ask: Who am I becoming—and what does my pink look like now? A must listen.

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At just 12 years old, Shannon Kinsella lost all her hair in one week. Alopecia stripped her of her lashes, brows, and every strand on her body—but not her spirit. In this deeply personal episode, Shannon shares her journey through hair loss, name-calling, and the emotional toll of hiding her condition throughout her school years, eventually leading her to leave early and forge her own path.

She opens up about the pain of glue-damaged scalps, the evolution of wigs over two decades, and how she went from hiding her baldness to loving herself as she is. Now a mum to two daughters—who may one day face the same condition—Shannon talks about her fears, her strength, and the unwavering support of her husband Niall and her parents.

But her story doesn’t end there. Shannon has turned her pain into purpose, building a successful career as a PhiBrows artist, helping other women reclaim their confidence and beauty after hair loss. Her journey is raw, radiant, and incredibly inspiring.

Shannon's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/phi_me/

Full details on how to qualify for the grant in Ireland towards the cost of a hairpiece, wig or hair replacement are available on the Department of Social Protection’s website.

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Six weeks after giving birth to her second child, Emma’s world was turned upside down. At just 29, she experienced a pelvic organ prolapse meaning her insides literally falling out—leaving her with a devastating choice: live with daily pain and loss of function, or undergo risky surgery, including the possibility of a hysterectomy.

In this raw and unflinching conversation, Emma shares what it’s like to face a condition that is both devastating and taboo—how it has changed her body, her sex life, her sense of self, and her identity as a woman. Despite the support of her loving husband, she’s been dismissed and belittled by medical professionals who treat prolapse as “just what happens” to mothers.

Emma also talks about the process of remaking her identity in the wake of this life-altering diagnosis. Together with her partner, Andre, a scientist, she co-wrote The Stitch Up: How Medical Misogyny Harms Us All—a powerful book born out of her own experience.

This episode isn’t just about prolapse—it’s about the hidden cost of motherhood, the realities of medical misogyny, and why women deserve to be heard, believed, and cared for.

Emma Szewczak is a British writer. Her first novel The Offset, co-written under the pseudonym Calder Szewczak, was published in September 2021. She read Gender Studies at the University of Cambridge.

Dr Andrzej Harris, hailing from Poland, is an Associate Professor of Pharmacology at the University of Cambridge and a Fellow of St Catharine’s College. He teaches undergraduate medical and veterinary students and has a background in molecular biology research.

Buy The Stitch Up here -

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Stitch-Up-How-Medical-Misogyny-Harms/dp/1784744913/ref=sr_1_1?crid=52DMQPQMK8MV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.aXrldV-XM-GolrWNa4k_bQ.H-i0c4V2yT0ykPU6ZCfAJygWU60jMK2leHIzbJaASjw&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+stitch+up+by+emma+szewczak&qid=1759572823&sprefix=the+stitch+up+%2Caps%2C97&sr=8-1

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In this deeply powerful conversation, Jacqui Quigley shares what it means to shape a life entirely on your own terms. When faced with a diagnosis of premature menopause while trying to freeze her eggs, Jacqui had a choice: accept the loss of the motherhood she imagined—or forge a new path entirely.

With courage, self-trust, and an anonymous sperm donor, Jacqui became a solo mum but the journey wasn't simple. We talk about the emotional, physical, mental, and financial toll of failed implantations, miscarriage, and navigating fertility treatments alone.

Jacqui opens up about letting go of the dream of a nuclear family, the raw realities of single motherhood, and the profound, unbreakable bond she’s built with her beloved son.

This episode is a celebration of resilience, choice, and what happens when a woman redefines family for herself.

A must listen. 🎙️

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In this powerful and inspiring episode, we sit down with the incredible Katy Hill — former Blue Peter presenter, trailblazing TV icon, and self-development coach — for a conversation that’s part masterclass, part soul shake-up.

Katy shares her journey from a shy child to becoming the 22nd presenter of the iconic show Blue Peter, flying with the Red Arrows and embodying girl power before it had a name. But beyond the fame, she opens up about the reality behind the spotlight — the misalignment, the wake-up moments, and the brave decision to reimagine her life from the inside out.

We dive into:

• Why manifesting only works when you do the work
• The trap of outsourcing your confidence to “someday”
• Living a life that looks good on paper but feels wrong in your soul
• Fame, fulfillment, and finding your unique impact
• The importance of choosing “radiators” over “drains”
• And the big, beautiful question: What would 10-year-old you think of the life you’re living now?

This episode is a permission slip to play bigger, live braver, and start now — because it’s not over. The best is yet to come.

To learn more and connect with Katy check out her website - www.katyhill.com

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🦩In this powerful and beautiful episode, we sit down with the inspiring Kara Heriot –co- founder of Mum Talks, a safe and honest space for mums to connect beyond nappies and night feeds.

Kara shares her extraordinary journey: from wild adventures in London nightclubs to the raw realities of miscarriage, IVF, and the heartbreak of secondary infertility. She speaks candidly about the joy of pregnancy (yes, even when vomiting on the motorway!), the grief of letting go of the dream of a family of four, and the challenge of watching friends grow their families while she faced repeated loss.

And just when she thought she'd weathered the storm, her husband was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer – a diagnosis that turned their world upside down. Miraculously, ten years on, he's doing well on a treatment that continues to work.

Through it all, Kara lost – and found – her "pink feathers," her sense of self, joy, and purpose. She opens up about learning to stop people-pleasing, choosing to be happy despite uncertainty, and finally giving herself permission to put her own well-being first.

This is a story of resilience, reinvention, and the fierce love that shapes us.

A must-listen for anyone navigating the complexities of motherhood, grief, and personal transformation.

Mum Talks was founded by Kara Heriot and Lucy O’Driscoll Edge . It provides a safe, and supportive network for mums so they know they’re not alone, can learn from experts and check in with others who are going through the same experience and reality of motherhood.

For more information see here - https://mumtalks.ie/

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In this powerful episode of Finding Your Pink , renowned artist and designer Helen Steele joins us to explore the vibrant, challenging, and often misunderstood world of ADHD. Helen shares her journey from a childhood of getting in trouble and doing laps in the garden to burn off energy, to discovering how doodling became a lifeline—eventually leading to a thriving creative career.

Helen opens up about being diagnosed in her 30s, the complexities of ADHD during menopause, the impact of medication, and the inner conflict of not being "neurotypical.

She shares stories of nativity plays in November to manage childhood hyperactivity, the emotional toll of not fitting in, and how anxiety and masking led to an eating disorder. But this is also a story of triumph: of seeing ADHD not as a limitation, but as a superpower.

Plus—don’t miss Helen’s incredible take on the history of pink, and why it’s far more radical and exceptional than you think.

This is an episode about creativity, courage, and embracing difference—and it’s not one to miss.

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✨TRIGGER WARNING - This episode is about the death of a child✨

In this powerful and deeply moving episode, I sit down with Nicola Marshall, a courageous mother who lost her beloved son Lucas in a tragic accident while on holiday in Spain in 2019. Just three days after his passing, Nicola faced the darkest moment of her life — a moment when she almost chose to end it all. But instead, she made the hardest decision of all: to stay, to feel, and to heal.

Through her journey of grief, Nicola not only faced the loss of Lucas but was also compelled to confront her own childhood trauma and the earlier loss of her brother. What has emerged from this unimaginable pain is a new version of Nicola — no longer the person she once was, but a shining light of colour, compassion, and hope for others walking the path of grief.

In this raw and honest conversation, Nicola cried, I cried — and you might cry too. But you’ll also witness resilience, love, and the extraordinary power of choosing life even when it feels impossible.

This is an episode about grief, healing, and finding a way to a new kind of pink in the aftermath of loss.

Nicola's website is -https://www.nicola-marshall.com/

Nicola's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nicolamarshall.griefandgrace/

Nicola's Ted Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYF_4m4r5Yw

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Welcome back to Finding Your Pink🦩

Kicking off Series 2, I have the lovely Sinéad O'Carroll — one of the founding members of B*Witched. In this episode, we talk double denim, 90s pop stardom, breaking America, and what it was really like touring with Britney Spears, *NSYNC, and Jessica Simpson.

But this episode is more than just a nostalgic trip down memory lane. Sinéad opens up about life behind the spotlight: the joy and chaos of marriage, raising teenagers, evolving friendships, and those all-important reunions. She speaks candidly about the unseen realities — cleaning at 3AM, navigating menopause, frozen shoulders, brain fog, and finding your place when you’re not always centre stage.

With humour, warmth, and raw honesty, Sinéad reminds us why we fell in love with the 90s — and how finding your pink is an ever-evolving journey.

Tune in for laughs, truths, and a whole lot of heart.

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In this short and special solo episode, I (Emma! )take a few minutes to reflect on Series 1 of Finding Your Pink — why I started this podcast, the beautiful stories we’ve shared, and the incredible guests who trusted me with their truth.

From motherhood to burnout, from baby loss to bold reinvention — each guest brought their own unique shade of pink. I share highlights from every episode, the unexpected moments that moved me most, and a heartfelt thank you to you — the listeners who showed up, messaged, and made this journey so meaningful.

Plus, I give you a little glimpse into what’s coming in Series 2: from a popstar to a bafta winner , solo parenting to showing up bravely in the hardest of moments — we’re just getting started.

Thank you for being here. Your voice, your story, and your pink still matter — now more than ever.

Season 2 launches July 14th — see you then. 💗

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In this episode of Finding Your Pink, influencer Carol Byrne joins me for a conversation that’s equal parts hilarious and heartfelt. We talk about aging, supporting elderly parents, dealing with anxiety, and parenting a 23-year-old son with a passion for tattoos. Carol also opens up about leaving a toxic relationship, navigating grief, and how — despite it all — she’s learning to choose joy.

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This week on Finding Your Pink, I’m joined by the brilliant Tracy Gunn for a raw and real conversation about the hidden weight so many women carry: the mental load. We talk about what it really means to be a working mother in today’s world—where you’re expected to work like you don’t have kids and parent like you don’t have a job.

From late-night flights to early morning school runs, we unpack the impossible juggling act, the guilt that never seems to lift, and why 46% of women say the mental load is just too much. We dive into why so many women are stepping back from progression to protect their family time—and how the division of emotional labour between men and women still feels so unbalanced.

Tracy shares honest insights on how to have those awkward, triggering conversations with your partner and how to define your own circle of control (shout out to Stephen Covey) and how Dolly Parton saves the day, every time.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re holding it all together with invisible string, this one’s for you.

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