Blogtacular

This is a live podcast recording brought to you in partnership with our sponsors Pinterest. The show is in two halves, firstly Kat is joined by Pat McNulty, freelance Editor and Content Consultant and the woman behind Made.com's winning Pinterest content. She has a knack for creating social media content which strikes a cord with her audience. Their interview is followed by a panel with supreme bloggers, Medina Grillo of Grillo Designs, Samira Kazan of AlphaFoodie and Jenny Kakoudakis of Seasons in Colour who discuss how to succeed on Pinterest, their top tips and how to use the new Story Pins feature. Full show notes at: http://blogtacular.com/podcast Enter the Pinterest UK Awards 2019: https://pinterest.wufoo.com/forms/pinterest-uk-awards-2019/

It's the 50th EPISODE! To celebrate in style I have an extra long chat with the one and only Mini Moderns aka Keith Stephenson & Mark Hampshire. Their iconic wallpaper patterns grace walls the world over.  We chat about their careers, inspirational teachers, making mischief at work, how to design a scent like a pattern and much much more. Our Pinterest recording has happened! Listen out for it in a future episode. Show notes at https://blogtacular.com/podcast

Some say the best time to start is now and figure out the details later but for Tabara nailing her branding and business plan has laid the foundations for a successful company launch. In this episode I talk to Tabara N'Diaye about her company, La Basketry, and debut book: Baskets out now. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/

Tiffany Han is a life coach who teaches smart, driven women how to raise their hands and say yes to all the things they want to do, be, and say without compromising their standards—or their sanity. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/

Keith Brymer Jones is a born and bred Londoner and a potter by trade. You may know him from The Great Pottery Throw Down or from his hilarious YouTube spoofs. Keith's career spans four decades and in this interview we discuss his roots and how he has adapted to a changing retail climate to maintain a successful business.   Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/

Stephanie Yeboah is a freelance writer, public speaker, fat acceptance advocate and a multi-award nominated plus size fashion blogger. In this episode we discuss how Stephanie's blog and career developed as well as online activism. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/

Nik is a passionate voice speaking against the practice of influencer fraud and in favour of high standards in the industry. In this podcast we discuss what to get in writing when you're working on a campaign, advertising and fraud and why brands need to allow creators to create. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/

Starting out as a freelance illustrator, Emma Block found herself in more than one situation where she wasn't being paid. We discuss Emma's creative career, what to look out for as a creative business owner as well as Emma's first book The Joy of Watercolour. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/

This Blog Means Business Tickets: https://blogtacular.com/workshop-this-blog-means-business/    Twitter Moment: https://twitter.com/i/moments/1040169897358254080 please tweet us your suggestions to add to the moment   Tweet us or send us an Insta DM to let us know who you'd like to see at a live show @blogtacular   Past series here: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/

Getting featured in the press can transform your business in many ways and good PR should be part of your marketing plan.  Janet Murray of Soulful PR takes us through the easy ways to get featured, how to pitch to journalists and what it can do for your blog and business. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ Tickets on sale NOW: http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

Standing out online can seem like an impossible task. Is there a single original idea left? Kat takes you through seven ways to hone your content and to stand out online in this chatty Kat solo episode. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ Tickets on sale NOW: http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

Jess Sims and Kate Baxter have worked both sides of the brand / blogger relationship over the years.  As freelance PRs they decided to create something to address the public airing of relationships gone wrong. Hear how to create valuable, authentic campaigns and how they're aiming to change the industry. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ Tickets on sale NOW: http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

Meera Shah is the Social Media Manager for IKEA UK and IE, handling social strategy, content and execution. We discuss how the IKEA philosophy guides their work and ensures that influencer partnerships are meaningful and well thought-out. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ Tickets on sale NOW: http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

Catherine Price is a science journalist whose curiosity takes her on some interesting journeys. When she decided to use her phone less it sparked an interest in the relationship we all have with our addictive and ever-present smart phones. Rather than go cold turkey Catherine's new book helps you regain control and build a more healthy relationship with your phone.   Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ Tickets on sale NOW: http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

Jo is a food photographer and Creating for Good founder known as Candids by Jo online.  We discuss the tension between audience demands and creativity, cinemagraphs, new motherhood and using creativity to benefit charity. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ Tickets on sale NOW: http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

Lauren Mahon didn't expect to get breast cancer, she was young, had no family history and didn't have more than a nod to boobs. Since being diagnosed in 2016, she has fought and beaten breast cancer, written her way through the darkest hours and set up a brand  GIRLvsCANCER, which supports small cancer charities working with people like Lauren. In her words, it was probably a blessing in a really ugly disguise. In this episode we discuss the highs and lows of going through treatment, how Lauren's Tit Tees have impacted her life and what comes next. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ Tickets on sale NOW: http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

The ASA and CAP provide advice to advertisers and publishers in the UK.  As influencers and business owners we have a responsibility to ensure that all of our posts are transparent where a commercial relationship exists. In this episode with Emma Smith, CAP Copy Advice Manager  we cover what you need to do to stay compliant and answer your questions. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ Tickets on sale NOW: http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

Tilly Walnes grew her blog from her exploits learning to sew her own clothes into an award winning pattern house. In this episode we discuss growth strategies, book deals, being on the telly and the steps Tilly took to scale her operations from sofa to staff! Tilly's second book, Stretch, is out now! Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ Tickets on sale NOW: http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

Not many people would see the creativity in police work but Clare Mackintosh saw the link between factually gathering and reporting information on crimes as a form of storytelling. In this episode we discuss Clare's route from a successful police career through blogging, freelance journalism and eventually to Sunday Times Bestselling author. She is the author of I Let You Go, I See You and her latest novel, Let Me Lie, is released today. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ Tickets: http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

Marketing can seem like a daunting activity cooked up by people in sleek suits but it doesn't have to be that way.  In this episode Kayte Ferris shares simple ways to reframe marketing and do it in a way which doesn't make you feel icky. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ Tickets: http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

Everyone loves to say people weren't making money online in the early days, yet Natalie has been making a full time living online for a decade. We discuss business models, expectations and more in part two of our chatty podcast. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ Tickets: http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

We discuss online courses, facebook groups and more in this first part of our chatty catch up. Pulling no punches we dive into the murky world of e-courses and the six figure income evangelists with Natalie's characteristic frankness. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ Tickets: http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

In this podcast we cover the basics of getting your blog or business ready for General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This podcast and information in it is not legal advice. Please seek legal counsel on matters relating to your compliance. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ Tickets: http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

You might not link a career in diplomacy with luxury fashion and travel blogging but Supal Desai's unique path has given her a perspective which makes her stand out in a crowded market. In this episode Supal shares how she went from exploring Syria, to intelligence in Washington DC and then blogging in London. We discuss micro-influence, what bloggers can learn diplomacy and shooting outfits without a photographer. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ Tickets: http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

Controversies & Spats blow up on social media with influencers coming under fire frequently. In this episode Kat discusses recent examples and what they mean for the wider industry.  Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ Tickets: http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

Working a social media manager for Boden and having formerly worked at ASOS, Lucy Nicholls has seen the brand-blogger relationship evolve over time. In this episode she shares her insight as both a blogger and a brand rep. We discuss how to approach brands, what brands might be looking for and how to make yourself appealing to them. Full Show Notes & Links: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ Tickets: http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

Are you born with creativity in you? Anthony Burrill certainly thinks so. From early connections with visual communication to his work as an artist Anthony's life is filled with creativity and avoiding the real world. In this episode we discuss Anthony's career path, leaving the house to go online (it really was like that) and how family and home are at the heart of his working life. Full show notes and links at: http://blogtacular.com/podcast

When we unite we're stronger than when we stand alone. In this episode Otegha Uwagba, founder of Women Who and author of The Little Black Book joins Kat. We discuss freelance work, creating inclusive working environments, why your network matters. Full show notes and links at: http://blogtacular.com/podcast

When a twist of fate led to Dominique leaving work she had no idea that her business would soon flourish thanks to Instagram. I this episode we discuss being featured by Instagram, riding out dips in likes and follows, finding inspiration for sponsored content and demanding the like with your images. Full show notes and links at: http://blogtacular.com/podcast

Yes yes YES! We are back with a fresh season of interviews and advice. Looking forward to sharing our biggest season yet...

Seaond Two Finale! My guests this weekare Rosie Wolfenden MBE & Harriet Vine MBE the creative partnership behind the iconic Tatty Devine. In our interview we discuss what their degree taught them, how Tatty Devine evolved from a market stall filled with accessories made from found items to the playful perspex jewellery house we know today. Full show notes: http://blogtacular.com/podcast Blogtacular is every shade of awesome for online creatives - join us on June 10th 2017 for our annual extravaganza of learning, connection & fun to level up your business. TICKETS ON SALE NOW! http://blogtacular.com/tickets/  Season three will be back in the autumn. If you miss me join the Blogtacular Facebook community, Twitter chats or find me on YouTube in my weekly vlogs. See you in September, big love, Kat.

My guest this week is Amy Tangerine designer, scrapbooker and author. In our interview we discuss Amy's creative and business life. How the 2007/08 crash changed what she did and what motivated her to write her book, Craft a Life You Love. Full show notes: http://blogtacular.com/podcast Blogtacular is every shade of awesome for online creatives - join us on June 10th 2017 for our annual extravaganza of learning, connection & fun to level up your business. TICKETS ON SALE NOW! http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

Zeena Shah is a print maker, author and entrepreneur. In our interview we discuss how Zeena set up her business, the mistakes she made and why pricing is all important. Full show notes: http://blogtacular.com/podcast   Blogtacular is every shade of awesome for online creatives - join us on June 10th 2017 for our annual extravaganza of learning, connection & fun to level up your business. TICKETS ON SALE NOW! http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

Allison Sadler is a shop owner, designer maker, mentor and creative lifestyle blogger. In our interview we discuss Allison's path from art school to shop owner, how her family are inextricably linked to her work and how to cope when it feels like the world is falling apart. Full show notes: http://blogtacular.com/podcast   Blogtacular is every shade of awesome for online creatives - join us on June 10th 2017 for our annual extravaganza of learning, connection & fun to level up your business. TICKETS ON SALE NOW! http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

This week I am joined by Edd Kimber author, food writer and original Great British Bake Off champion. In our interview we discuss the Bake Off experience, how Edd left his shyness behind, working with an agent and so much more.   Full show notes: http://blogtacular.com/podcast   Blogtacular is every shade of awesome for online creatives - join us on June 10th 2017 for our annual extravaganza of learning, connection & fun to level up your business.

This week I am joined by Camila Prada ceramic designer and online entrepreneur. In our interview we discuss why Camila rejected the craft fair model, scaling business and self sabotage.   Full show notes: http://blogtacular.com/podcast   Blogtacular is every shade of awesome for online creatives - join us on June 10th 2017 for our annual extravaganza of learning, connection & fun to level up your business.

This week I am joined by Emma Gannon, author, blogger and podcaster. In our interview we discuss growing up online, zig-zag careers and rejection.   Full show notes: http://blogtacular.com/podcast   Blogtacular is every shade of awesome for online creatives - join us on June 10th 2017 for our annual extravaganza of learning, connection & fun to level up your business.

This week I am joined by Philippa Stanton synaesthetic artist, actor and instagrammer. In our interview we discuss Philippa's career, how synaesthesia informs her work and levels of pay for creative work.   Full show notes: http://blogtacular.com/podcast   Blogtacular is every shade of awesome for online creatives - join us on June 10th 2017 for our annual extravaganza of learning, connection and fun.

This week I am joined by Ellie Gibson and Helen Thorn aka the comedy duo The Scummy Mummies. In our interview we discuss finding a creative partner, writing comedy and the power of laughter in difficult subjects.   This episode contains very rude swears.    Full show notes: http://blogtacular.com/podcast   Blogtacular is every shade of awesome for online creatives - join us on June 10th 2017 for our annual extravaganza of learning, connection and fun.

This week I am joined by Nikki McWilliams, designer, entrepreneur and biscuit queen! In our interview we discuss finding inspiration, connecting to customers and defining success.   Full show notes: http://blogtacular.com/podcast   Blogtacular is every shade of awesome for online creatives - join us on June 10th 2017 for our annual extravaganza of learning, connection and fun.

This week I am joined by Kate O'Sullivan, podcaster, blogger and community maker. In our interview we discuss community, storytelling and making life changing decisions under a Super Moon.   Full show notes: http://blogtacular.com/podcast   Blogtacular is every shade of awesome for online creatives - join us on June 10th 2017 for our annual extravaganza of learning, connection and fun.  

Sara Tasker otherwise known as Me & Orla is a Photographer, Instagram Pro, Coach and Freelance Writer. What started as a way to escape the isolation of pregnancy and early motherhood has turned into an unexpected career. In our interview we discuss Instagram, the algorithm, stories and what it's like when the agency who owe you money goes bust. Full show notes: http://blogtacular.com/podcast

This week Kat is joined by Natalie Lue who went from a bad date to a blog business. In the last twelve years blogging has led Natalie to start several blogs which have turned into books, shops, classes, a podcast and so much more. The conversation flows between the blog buddies and they cover ground including competition, emotional resilience, Facebook car jacking you (not literally) and setting your rates. Full show notes at: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ Season Two out Autumn 2016.

Kristabel Plummer is a fashion, travel and lifestyle blogger. I Want You to Know started as a side project but has turned into Kristabel's job. In our interview we discuss working in fashion, emerging as a pro blogger and diversity in the industry. Full show notes: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/

This week Lara Watson, former editor at Mollie Makes and brand spanking new editor of Oh Comely joins Kat to discuss making the leap from secure dream job to uncertain freelancing.   Full show notes at: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ 

Joining Kat in this episode is Muireann Carey-Campbell aka Bangs and a Bun.   Find out how a blogger outreach programme changed Muireann's blog and career forever. Show notes at: http://blogtacular.com/podcast/

This week I am joined by Sarah Barnes of Taming Twins.   We discuss Sarah's super-power: Pinterest!   Full show notes: http://blogtacular.com/podcast

Xanthe Berkeley is a photographer, film maker and instagrammer. She runs several successful online classes including Creating Time Capsules. In our interview we discuss how Xanthe's career developed, what role online sharing has taken in her work and the ins and outs of Instagram. Full show notes can be found at http://blogtacular.com/podcast/ and we are @blogtacular on all social channels. Blogtacular 2016 tickets on sale right now: http://blogtacular.com/tickets/ 

Blogtacular is incredible proud to announce that Lisa Congdon will be the 2016 headlining speaker.  In our interview Lisa shares some of her path to her career as an artist as well as the vulnerability of sharing work. Full show notes at Blogtacular. Tickets for London 2016 are available now. Join us for a rip roaring time in London on 17th & 18th June 2016.

Leona's business past blazed many trails but it's recognising when to move on and making her own rules that is the bedrock of her success. That and she has super-cool taste! Full show notes with links at Blogtacular and connect with us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Snapchat & Periscope - @Blogtacular

Monica shares how she lives a life of adventure and creates stunning travel content along the way. We discuss delivering value for brands on press trips and the ways travel bloggers make money. Full show notes with links at Blogtacular