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A look into people's mug collections, and the meaning a cup of tea/coffee has for us. Episodes are released monthly and there will also be special episodes about other topics enjoyed with a mug in hand
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This is Call To Stage, the podcast from Amber Davies, where musical theatre takes centre stage. From unforgettable backstage stories to exclusive news and insights, each week musical theatre and Dancing On Ice star Amber is joined by stars of the stage (and sometimes just fans of it!) to chat, laugh… and maybe even sing. If one thing’s for sure, Amber and her guests will be leaving it all on the mic. New episodes every Wednesday.
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How To Start Up: learn what to do now, next or never when starting & scaling a business. Are you a new founder? Or trying to scale a business? You're in the right place. Subscribe to hear more great advice from successful entrepreneurs. Hosted by Juliet Fallowfield, founder of B Corp Certified brand communications and podcast production consultancy Fallow, Field & Mason, How To Start Up hopes to bring you confidence, encouragement and reassurance that you’re on the right track when building ...
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Welcome to "The Nichole Show," where we dig into the real stories that lead to genuine transformation. I'm Nichole Hamilton, your host—a mom, a survivor, and your companion through life's highs and lows. Tune in for straightforward talks about the ups and downs of motherhood, personal battles, and the strength that resides in all of us. No frills, just genuine insights, compelling guests, and a space to find courage and wisdom. From overcoming addiction to embracing sobriety, navigating fami ...
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Looking for a new craft podcast to listen to? We’ve Made It is a fun and creative series brought to you by Gathered.how. Join Zoe Williams and Sarah Orme for a relaxing chat about their latest craft projects, expert advice on how to solve common crafting problems, plus regular guests (including a few famous faces!). There will also be special bonus episodes when the Great British Sewing Bee is on the air. Make sure you keep listening to the end of each episode to discover their projects of t ...
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She is one of the West End's most loved actors (and Olivier Award and WhatsOnStage Award-nominated at that!)... this week we're joined by Zizi Strallen! From her acclaimed performance as Mary Poppins on tour and at the Prince Edward Theatre to the National Theatre's Follies and a stand-out run in Strictly Ballroom at the Piccadilly Theatre, over th…
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Are you ready to explore the transformative power of embracing vulnerability and self-acceptance? In this episode, Nichole Hamilton and love, sex, and relationship coach Cara West take a deep look into the healing power of shedding layers and connecting authentically with oneself and others. They examine the societal impact of sexual shame, the int…
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UK productivity was ‘24% lower in 2023 than it would have been had it continued climbing at the rates seen before the global financial crisis’ according to the Economics Observatory. Given time is the most limited factor for any founder, for our eleventh season I’ve set out to find answers on how we can all improve our productivity in business. Fir…
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Are we seeing deja vu... or is this TWO Vivian Ward's? This week's guest didn't just originate the role in the West End production of Pretty Woman - she also originated the roles of Katherine Howard in the West End production of SIX The Musical and Daniela in the London production of In The Heights (at the King's Cross Theatre). That might sound li…
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Are you curious about the impact of being authentic with kids? In this episode, Mandy Davis and Nichole Hamilton discuss the importance of letting kids be themselves and not forcing identity changes. They also delve into the impact of social media on kids and share touching stories of mentorship experiences. Plus, Mandy Davis reveals her dream of c…
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From Hairspray to Hamilton, Jordan Benjamin is in the spotlight in some of the West End's most talked about shows. Currently appearing as John Laurens & Phillipp Hamilton in the West End production of Hamilton, he also starred in the acclaimed, Olivier Award winning production The Little Big Things as well as Back To The Future... where he met his …
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Do you ever feel conflicted about embracing different aspects of yourself? In this episode, Nichole Hamilton and Skye Baxter dive deep into the power of embracing your shadows, tribal heritage, and personal experiences, including bisexuality, and more. By the end of the conversation, you'll not only understand the importance of self-acceptance but …
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Building, scaling and maintaining one brand is challenging. However, successfully creating multiple brands is a brilliant feat of focus and endurance. With this in mind, I wanted to learn from an expert brand builder. Hind Sebti is the founder of whind, a beauty brand that merges both science and sensoriality to deliver Golden Hour Beauty, inspired…
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This is not a drill... we got Alice Fearn on the podcast! Having occupied some of the West End's most iconic roles - from nearly three years as Elphaba in Wicked, to Rapunzel in the Regents Park Open Air Theatre production of Into The Woods as well as Beverley Bass in the critically acclaimed Come From Away - Alice Fearn has undoubtedly cemented he…
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Looking to design your perfect week and make impactful changes for a happier life? Discover the key to achieving your ideal work-life blend and making small 1% changes with guest Travis Bell, also known as “The Bucket List Guy." Trav's insights will inspire you to own a bigger version of yourself and live with gratitude. You won't want to miss this…
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Her name is Georgina Castle, and she is a massive deal. Currently your Regina George in Mean Girls in the West End, Georgina is firmly one of the West End's most exciting rising stars. Over the past few years, she has played key roles in the West End productions of Dirty Dancing, Elf The Musical, Andrew Lloyd Webber's CINDERELLA and 9 To 5 The Musi…
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Have you ever felt judged for doing something you love? In this episode, we're diving into Nichole Hamilton's experience of overcoming judgment about her pole dancing. She shares insights into being authentic and setting boundaries, and discusses the empowering community at their studio. Nichole and her guest, Leanne, open up about body positivity,…
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With the UK fashion sector’s annual revenue estimated to be just under £60 billion, it is a highly competitive sector in which you need a strong brand to differentiate your offering. Given this, I wanted to speak with an expert about how to build a fashion brand that stands out from the crowd. In this episode, I speak with Henrietta Rix, Co-Founder…
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If you don't know, now you know! Welcome to Season 2 of what is now officially called: Call To Stage with Amber Davies! This season we have even more exciting guests, special announcements and we're getting closer and closer to being centre stage. On this episode of Call To Stage, Amber talks about this exciting news and then shares a never-before-…
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Have you ever wondered about the power of vulnerability and the balance of control and surrender in personal and professional life? In today's episode, Nichole and Juliet Lever dive into the significance of embracing both masculine and feminine energies for personal well-being and leadership. They discuss their journey through burnout, divorce, and…
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From Elphaba to Maria, Laura Pick has played some of theatre's most iconic lead roles. Having trained at Mountview, the triple-threat rose from stand-by in the West End production of Wicked to defying gravity, a role she still fly's in night after night in the UK Tour of the production. She has also starred in the Regents Park Open Air production o…
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Are you ready to explore the joy and connection in parenthood even when it feels challenging sometimes? In this episode, Nichole Hamilton and Patty McDonald dive deep into the journey of opening their hearts to love and joy, with special insights from their experiences of working with kids and families. They discuss their dreams of profound travel …
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With 70% of respondents of a Forbes survey stating they believed personal branding is important, it’s clear that founders need to consider how they promote not just their business, but also themselves as individuals while starting their company. Eshita Kabra-Davies is the founder and CEO of By Rotation, the UK's first peer-to-peer fashion rental ap…
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There are lots of different routes into the musical theatre world, and this weeks guest proves that if drama school isn't for you, there are other routes to achieve your dreams! Carl Man went from a bar in Soho to roles in Disney's Aladdin, the West End production of &Juliet, Starlight Express (at The Other Palace) and, today, he is your Fiyero in …
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Are you ready to discover the power of embracing vulnerability in your journey to personal and professional growth? In a heartfelt conversation, Paul Eliseo and Nichole Hamilton share their experiences of personal transformation and overcoming obstacles, inspiring each other to embrace authenticity and intuition in their teaching and coaching pract…
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This one gets emotional... Jade Davies is undoubtedly one of the most exciting rising stars of the stage. She has swung in major productions including Les Miserables, Phantom of the Opera and she currently stars in the touring production of Wicked. In addition to her illustrious list of on-stage credits, she also serves as Amber's biggest inspirati…
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🎙️ Want to know how to love yourself deeply? In this episode, Nichole and Crystal take a deep dive into their personal growth journeys and share powerful insights on self-love and friendship. Nichole and Crystal's open and honest conversation about addiction, body positivity, and the impact of their friendship will inspire you to embrace every aspe…
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Building an engaging brand is one of the most challenging parts of starting a company. This is especially true in competitive sectors where you need to cut through the noise to create connections with your target customers. So I wanted to hear from experts on how to build a brand from scratch. Lucinda Chambers and Serena Hood are co-founders of Col…
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Do you want to learn the secret to overcoming addiction and finding sobriety? In today's episode, Nichole Hamilton shares her personal journey from addiction to sobriety, and how she found healing through hypnotherapy. You'll hear about the transformative power of acknowledging our emotions and leveraging alternative healing methods to achieve last…
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From Newsies to Elf, the original casts of both Back To The Future and 42 Balloons, Morgan Gregory has starred in some of the most exciting productions in the West End. In his role as a swing, Morgan has the super-human task of understudying multiple ensemble roles... including covering 13 out of 16 tracks in Newsies! In this episode of Your 5 Minu…
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What would you like to ask Nichole? Are you ready to embark on a journey of personal growth and resilience? Today on The Nichole Show, l delve into the challenges of embracing vulnerability and opening up about taboo topics. From handling judgment to overcoming insecurities, yours truly, an embodied coach and energetic healer, brings a wealth of ex…
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Welcome to "The Nichole Show," where we dig into the real stories that lead to genuine transformation. I'm Nichole Hamilton, your host—a mom, a survivor, and your companion through life's highs and lows. Tune in for straightforward talks about the ups and downs of motherhood, personal battles, and the strength that resides in all of us. No frills, …
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The boy is back! Following the incredible response to Ben Joyce's first episode on Your 5 Minute Call, the West End's leading man returns to the sofa to answer your questions with Amber. Amber and Ben talk about navigating love and success in the entertainment industry, how they make the most of their free time together, learning lessons as a coupl…
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Edelman recently reported that ‘81% of consumers need to trust a brand to consider purchasing it’ so it is clear that brands which take time to build impact, education and purpose into their offering will also build trust with consumers and ultimately increase their sales. In this episode, I hear from Titi Bello, Founder of Ori Lifestyle, the luxur…
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Shan Ako's journey to centre stage started in the halls of the acclaimed Brit School, where she started releasing self-produced music as a teenager. Just a few years later she would find herself touring arenas as part of The X Factor Arena Tour, after being mentored by Simon Cowell in the final series of The X Factor, only to then be thrust into th…
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He is our most-requested guest to-date... Ben Joyce's West End debut saw him take on the lead role of Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys. His second role? Marty McFly in Back To The Future The Musical. Having graduated from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in 2021, Ben has launched into leading roles and has never looked back since! Alongside all of thi…
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With Protega Global reporting that 77% of UK consumers believe brands should use ‘as little packaging as possible’, it’s important for new brands to research how to reduce their environmental impact. As packaging can be a huge barrier to entry, I wanted to speak to someone who has created a stunning brand package. In this episode, I hear from Randi…
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Who else can play both Elle Woods AND Anne Boleyn?! Courtney Bowman is quickly becoming one of the West End's most exciting stars. Having won the WhatsOnStage Award for Best Performer in a Musical for Legally Blonde last year, alongside roles in Pretty Woman, Six The Musical and Everybody's Talking About Jamie... it's all happening for Courtney Bow…
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Oliver Savile has travelled the world performing on stages. From the European Tour of The Rocky Horror Show to the USA Tour of The Last Ship, as well as playing Fiyero in the West End production of Wicked alongside roles in Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables and more... listening to this episode, it feels like there are more countries Oli has gon…
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Defining your target audience is key when building your brand as it’s so important to know who you’re selling your products or services to. In this episode, I hear from Aaron Chatterley, co-founder of teen beauty brand indu and beauty retailer Feelunique. Having co-founded Feelunique in 2005, Aaron and his team grew the business which was acquired …
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Olivier Award nominated actress Natalie Paris made her name in the theatre as Jane Seymour in the hit musical Six! But, she's been dominating the stage since the age of 10 - when she starred in the West End productions of Les Miserables, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and Sunday In The Park With George, amongst others. In this episode of Your 5 Minute Cal…
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First known as the friendly face of CBBC's Newsround, Ore Oduba has become one of the nations most-loved presenters, having hosted The One Show and This Morning, as well as participating in Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins and, perhaps mostly famously, winning Strictly Come Dancing. In recent years, he has switched the screen for the stage - starring …
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With research showing 90% of marketers agree that brand language is vital for business success, your business needs to speak confidently and clearly. Given this, I wanted to learn from an expert on how you can differentiate your brand’s voice in an ever-crowded market. In this episode, we hear from Millie Kendall OBE, renowned brand builder and fou…
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With over 20 years of experience on stage and screen, Caroline Sheen is a theatre legend who has ticked off a record amount of "dream roles". From making her West End debut in Grease at the Cambridge Theatre, to being in the original cast of Mamma Mia!, as well as playing Fantine and Eponine in Les Miserables, Truly Scrumptious in Chitty Chitty Ban…
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Tom Francis is undoubtedly one of theatre's most prominent rising stars having broken through in the West End revival of Sunset Boulevard, following roles in & Juliet, Hair (at the London Palladium) and the Hope Mill Theatre's revival of Rent. His iconic scenes were posted all over social media last Autumn... and now he's on the podcast! In this ep…
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We often hear that print newspaper and magazine sales are declining as people switch to digital versions of their favourite titles. However, print still plays an important role in the publishing world and as ‘brand’ is such an important part of this I wanted to speak to someone who had started their own. In this episode, I hear from Lucy Cleland, c…
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Karis Anderson's journey is full of unique twists and turns: from UK chart success as part of the pop group Stooshe (including touring with J-Lo and Nicki Minaj!) to losing it all in an instant and then working her way back to leading roles in Motown The Musical and now taking on the role of Tina Turner in TINA The Musical. In this episode of Your …
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From Legally Blonde to Disney's Newsies, Choir Boy and now starring alongside Cara Delevingne in Cabaret... Michael Ahomka-Lindsay is occupying some of the theatre's most exciting roles. And for good reason: he's not just incredibly talented, but also one of the nicest men in the industry! In this episode of Your 5 Minute Call, Amber and Michael ta…
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As defining your mission, vision and purpose statements is an important step when building a comprehensive brand for your business I was keen to speak to someone who has not only done this successfully but also recently. In this episode, I hear from Julian Parmiter, co-founder and CEO of Create Academy. Founded in 2019, Create Academy offers beauti…
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Layton Williams had the West End in his sights from an early age - from his first role in "Billy Elliot" and portraying Young Michael Jackson in "Thriller Live", his star has been rising for over 15 years. In 2019, Layton became London's latest leading man, taking on the role of Jamie New in the acclaimed "Everybody's Talking About Jamie". In 2023,…
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Amber is solo for this week's episode of Your 5 Minute Call as she reflects on her Dancing On Ice experience. The semi-finalist talks about the highs and lows on the rink and what she has learnt from being in the competition. Amber also talks about her upcoming projects and exclusively reveals her return date for Pretty Woman and answers your submi…
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