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In episode 368 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his garage reflecting on the small and big things that impact on the everyday engagement we all have with photography. Dr.Grant Scott After fifteen years art directing photography books and magazines such as Elle and Tatler, Scott began to work as a photographer for a number of advertising and editorial clients in 2000. Alongside his photographic career Scott has art directed numerous advertising campaigns, worked as a creative director at Sotheby's, art directed foto8magazine, founded his own photographic gallery, edited Professional Photographer magazine and launched his own title for photographers and filmmakers Hungry Eye. He founded the United Nations of Photography in 2012, and is now a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, and a BBC Radio contributor. Scott is the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019), and What Does Photography Mean To You? (Bluecoat Press 2020). His photography has been published in At Home With The Makers of Style (Thames & Hudson 2006) and Crash Happy: A Night at The Bangers (Cafe Royal Books 2012). His film Do Not Bend: The Photographic Life of Bill Jay was premiered in 2018. Scott's book Inside Vogue House: One building, seven magazines, sixty years of stories, Orphans Publishing, is now on sale. © Grant Scott 2025
In this monthly conversation series Grant Scott speaks with art director, lecturer and creative director Fiona Hayes. In an informal conversation each month Grant and Fiona comment on the photographic environment as they see it through the exhibitions, magazines, talks and events that Fiona has seen over the previous weeks. Mentioned in this episode: The Power and the Glory https://www.newportstreetgallery.com/exhibition/current/ Gabriel Moses, Selah https://www.180studios.com/selah Photo London https://photolondon.org/ Fiona Hayes Fiona Hayes is an art director, designer, consultant and lecturer with over 30 years' experience in publishing, fashion and the art world. She has been a magazine art director ten times: on Punch, Company, Eve, the British and Russian editions of Cosmopolitan, House & Garden,GQ India (based in Mumbai), MyselfGermany (in Munich), and Russian Vogue (twice). Between 2013 and 2019, as Art Director of New Markets and Brand Development for Condé Nast International, based in London and Paris, she oversaw all the company's launches – 14 magazines, including seven editions of Vogue. She still consults as Design Director at Large for Vogue Hong Kong. In 2002 she founded independent photography magazine DayFour, publishing it continuously until 2012. She is Co-Author and Art Director of The Fashion Yearbook, and creative director of books for South African media consultancy Legacy Creates. Outside the publishing world, she has been Art Director of contemporary art auction house Phillips de Pury in London and New York, and Consultant Art Director of Russian luxury retail group Mercury/TSUM. (Fiona would like to point out she is not Russian: she is proudly Irish and studied Visual Communication and History of Art and Design at NCAD Dublin.) She currently divides her time between design consultancy for commercial clients, and lecturing at Oxford Brookes University, the Condé Nast College of Fashion and Design, London, Nottingham Trent University, Ravensbourne University, and Leeds University. She lives in West London. @theartdictator Dr.Grant Scott After fifteen years art directing photography books and magazines such as Elle and Tatler, Scott began to work zas a photographer for a number of advertising and editorial clients in 2000. Alongside his photographic career Scott has art directed numerous advertising campaigns, worked as a creative director at Sotheby's, art directed foto8magazine, founded his own photographic gallery, edited Professional Photographer magazine and launched his own title for photographers and filmmakers Hungry Eye. He founded the United Nations of Photography in 2012, and is now a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, and a BBC Radio contributor. Scott is the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019), and What Does Photography Mean To You? (Bluecoat Press 2020). His photography has been published in At Home With The Makers of Style (Thames & Hudson 2006) and Crash Happy: A Night at The Bangers (Cafe Royal Books 2012). His film Do Not Bend: The Photographic Life of Bill Jay was premiered in 2018. Scott's next book is Inside Vogue House: One building, seven magazines, sixty years of stories, Orphans Publishing, is on sale now. © Grant Scott 2025
In episode 366 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his garage reflecting on the small and big things that impact on the everyday engagement we all have with photography. Dr.Grant Scott After fifteen years art directing photography books and magazines such as Elle and Tatler, Scott began to work as a photographer for a number of advertising and editorial clients in 2000. Alongside his photographic career Scott has art directed numerous advertising campaigns, worked as a creative director at Sotheby's, art directed foto8magazine, founded his own photographic gallery, edited Professional Photographer magazine and launched his own title for photographers and filmmakers Hungry Eye. He founded the United Nations of Photography in 2012, and is now a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, and a BBC Radio contributor. Scott is the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019), and What Does Photography Mean To You? (Bluecoat Press 2020). His photography has been published in At Home With The Makers of Style (Thames & Hudson 2006) and Crash Happy: A Night at The Bangers (Cafe Royal Books 2012). His film Do Not Bend: The Photographic Life of Bill Jay was premiered in 2018. Scott's book Inside Vogue House: One building, seven magazines, sixty years of stories, Orphans Publishing, is now on sale. © Grant Scott 2025
For half a century, Tina Brown has been a titan of journalism both here in the UK and in America. Editor of Tatler at just 25, she continued to take on Vanity Fair and The New Yorker, moving now into the digital age of journalism. Through the Reagan era to Trump, Tina Brown has seen it all. This Friday, Lewis is joined by Tina in the studio to talk about her vast career, Trump's drive for payback, and the future of journalism in the digital age. The News Agents is brought to you by HSBC UK - https://www.hsbc.co.uk/
Another special guest show and this month I'm proud to present good friend and Sydney legend DJ Dante Rivera, founder of Klubhouse and countless other Sydney events over the years. Dante was partly responsible for my exposure to Sydney clubbers. He was the first person to reach out post Covid to ask if I would play for Klubhouse. That set has resulted in me playing for multiple promoters around the city.Anyone that knows Dante knows to expect ass shaking Latin House vibes all the way and he didn't dissapoint.The first hour is all Dante so expect to find yourself tapping out percussion on the steering wheel or shuffling across the kitchen to get something out of the fridge.We go b2b for the second hour, which I will admit was a stretch for me. My Latin House is mainly European from the 00's - you can really hear the difference to Dante's authentic sounds, but that's all I have! Hopefully it doesn't spoil your enjoyment of the back nine.Anyone in the city this weekend, you can catch me a Tatler on Friday for a full takeover. Yeah baby I got the place to myself from 9pm to 3am. Whilst I love long sets I will be bringing in another friend Gary Ward to help out.Between us we'll be playing the finest house tunes the last 35 years have produced.Tracklist to follow.........Enjoy!
In this monthly conversation series Grant Scott speaks with editor, writer and curator of photography Bill Shapiro. In an informal conversation each month Grant and Bill comment on the photographic environment as they see it. This month they reflect on landscape photography. Bill Shapiro Bill Shapiro served as the Editor-in-Chief of LIFE, the legendary photo magazine; LIFE's relaunch in 2004 was the largest in Time Inc. history. Later, he was the founding Editor-in-Chief of LIFE.com, which won the 2011 National Magazine Award for digital photography. Shapiro is the author of several books, among them Gus & Me, a children's book he co-wrote with Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards and, What We Keep, which looks at the objects in our life that hold the most emotional significance. A fine-art photography curator for New York galleries and a consultant to photographers, Shapiro is also a Contributing Editor to the Leica Conversations series. He has written about photography for the New York Times Magazine, Vanity Fair, the Atlantic, Vogue, and Esquire, among others. Every Friday — more or less — he posts about under-the-radar photographers on his Instagram feed, where he's @billshapiro. Dr.Grant Scott After fifteen years art directing photography books and magazines such as Elle and Tatler, Scott began to work as a photographer for a number of advertising and editorial clients in 2000. Alongside his photographic career Scott has art directed numerous advertising campaigns, worked as a creative director at Sotheby's, art directed foto8magazine, founded his own photographic gallery, edited Professional Photographer magazine and launched his own title for photographers and filmmakers Hungry Eye. He founded the United Nations of Photography in 2012, and is now a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, and a BBC Radio contributor. Scott is the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019), and What Does Photography Mean To You? (Bluecoat Press 2020). His photography has been published in At Home With The Makers of Style (Thames & Hudson 2006) and Crash Happy: A Night at The Bangers (Cafe Royal Books 2012). His film Do Not Bend: The Photographic Life of Bill Jay was premiered in 2018. Scott's book inside Vogue House: One building, seven magazines, sixty years of stories, Orphans Publishing, is on sale now wherever you buy your books. © Grant Scott 2025
Ros Atkins & Katie Razzall talk to the self professed Media Diva Tina Brown. The former editor in chief of Tatler, Vanity Fair, The New Yorker, and the founding editor in chief of The Daily Beast talks about the changing media landscape and her recent move onto the online publishing platform Substack with her Fresh Hell diary. She's joined by Chris Best cofounder of Substack. Allegations that Viktor Orban is subsidising supportive media outlets with the BBC's Central European Correspondent Nick Thorpe and after Reform UK's successes in last week's English elections the BBC's chief political adviser Ric Bailey, Anna Gross from the Financial Times and James Heale from the Spectator consider how the media has handled Nigel Farage in this campaign – and over the years. Producer: Lisa Jenkinson Assistant Producer: Lucy Wai
In episode 364 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his garage reflecting on the small and big things that impact on the everyday engagement we all have with photography. Dr.Grant Scott After fifteen years art directing photography books and magazines such as Elle and Tatler, Scott began to work as a photographer for a number of advertising and editorial clients in 2000. Alongside his photographic career Scott has art directed numerous advertising campaigns, worked as a creative director at Sotheby's, art directed foto8magazine, founded his own photographic gallery, edited Professional Photographer magazine and launched his own title for photographers and filmmakers Hungry Eye. He founded the United Nations of Photography in 2012, and is now a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, and a BBC Radio contributor. Scott is the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019), and What Does Photography Mean To You? (Bluecoat Press 2020). His photography has been published in At Home With The Makers of Style (Thames & Hudson 2006) and Crash Happy: A Night at The Bangers (Cafe Royal Books 2012). His film Do Not Bend: The Photographic Life of Bill Jay was premiered in 2018. Scott's book Inside Vogue House: One building, seven magazines, sixty years of stories, Orphans Publishing, is now on sale. © Grant Scott 2025
In this episode of the Marketing and Distribution Podcast, host Alex Stolz is joined by Ana Maria Jipa and Malcolm Wood, co-founders of Olyn, a new digital platform aiming to redefine how independent films are released and monetized. Drawing on their backgrounds in technology, entrepreneurship, and film production, Ana and Malcolm discuss how Olyn seeks to provide filmmakers with direct-to-consumer tools — enabling them to maintain ownership, access audience data, and control the viewing experience. The conversation covers core platform functionalities, including custom landing pages, geo-blocking, revenue splits, and scarcity-based release strategies. The episode also explores broader shifts in the film industry: the growing demand for alternative distribution models, the role of audience data in decision-making, and how creators are beginning to apply startup thinking to their release strategies. Ana and Malcolm share examples of early user behavior, evolving filmmaker mindsets, and the rationale behind their business model. This conversation provides a detailed look at the evolving digital infrastructure for independent film — and how tools like Olyn could help bridge the gap between creation, monetization, and long-term audience engagement. About Ana Maria Jipa and Malcolm Wood Ana Maria Jipa is co-founder of Olyn, a media-fintech company transforming how digital content is monetized and distributed. An entrepreneur since the age of 19, Ana built her career across investment funds, public institutions, and global tech platforms—spanning San Francisco to Europe. Renowned for her expertise in product development, fintech infrastructure, and API systems, she has consistently championed equitable value exchange models that allow consumers to earn through participation. Olyn has raised Silicon Valley capital and secured strategic partnerships with global studios, positioning the company at the forefront of creator-led media distribution. Malcolm Wood is the co-founder of Olyn, a successful entrepreneur, award-winning film producer, and environmental advocate with a strong track record in market expansion and global media ventures. Recognized as one of Asia's most influential figures by Tatler, Malcolm has led multimillion-dollar projects across Media, Technology, Hospitality, and Sustainability. His film credits include A Plastic Ocean, described by Sir David Attenborough as “the most important film of our time”, The Last Glaciers, an IMAX documentary spotlighting the global climate crisis and his most recent environmental documentary with Oscar winner James Reed from my Octopus Teacher, The White Mountain. Malcolm blends business with a commitment to making a positive impact. At Olyn, Malcolm brings deep industry insight and a relentless focus on impact for global growth—reimagining film distribution to empower filmmakers with ownership, direct monetization, and freedom from gatekeepers. Find out more about Olyn at www.Olyn.com
In this monthly conversation series Grant Scott speaks with art director, lecturer and creative director Fiona Hayes. In an informal conversation each month Grant and Fiona comment on the photographic environment as they see it through the exhibitions, magazines, talks and events that Fiona has seen over the previous weeks. Mentioned in this episode: https://turnercontemporary.org/whats-on/resistance/ ]www.worldphoto.org/sony-world-photography-awards https://autograph.org.uk Fiona Hayes Fiona Hayes is an art director, designer, consultant and lecturer with over 30 years' experience in publishing, fashion and the art world. She has been a magazine art director ten times: on Punch, Company, Eve, the British and Russian editions of Cosmopolitan, House & Garden,GQ India (based in Mumbai), MyselfGermany (in Munich), and Russian Vogue (twice). Between 2013 and 2019, as Art Director of New Markets and Brand Development for Condé Nast International, based in London and Paris, she oversaw all the company's launches – 14 magazines, including seven editions of Vogue. She still consults as Design Director at Large for Vogue Hong Kong. In 2002 she founded independent photography magazine DayFour, publishing it continuously until 2012. She is Co-Author and Art Director of The Fashion Yearbook, and creative director of books for South African media consultancy Legacy Creates. Outside the publishing world, she has been Art Director of contemporary art auction house Phillips de Pury in London and New York, and Consultant Art Director of Russian luxury retail group Mercury/TSUM. (Fiona would like to point out she is not Russian: she is proudly Irish and studied Visual Communication and History of Art and Design at NCAD Dublin.) She currently divides her time between design consultancy for commercial clients, and lecturing at Oxford Brookes University, the Condé Nast College of Fashion and Design, London, Nottingham Trent University, Ravensbourne University, and Leeds University. She lives in West London. @theartdictator Dr.Grant Scott After fifteen years art directing photography books and magazines such as Elle and Tatler, Scott began to work zas a photographer for a number of advertising and editorial clients in 2000. Alongside his photographic career Scott has art directed numerous advertising campaigns, worked as a creative director at Sotheby's, art directed foto8magazine, founded his own photographic gallery, edited Professional Photographer magazine and launched his own title for photographers and filmmakers Hungry Eye. He founded the United Nations of Photography in 2012, and is now a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, and a BBC Radio contributor. Scott is the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019), and What Does Photography Mean To You? (Bluecoat Press 2020). His photography has been published in At Home With The Makers of Style (Thames & Hudson 2006) and Crash Happy: A Night at The Bangers (Cafe Royal Books 2012). His film Do Not Bend: The Photographic Life of Bill Jay was premiered in 2018. Scott's next book is Inside Vogue House: One building, seven magazines, sixty years of stories, Orphans Publishing, is on sale now. © Grant Scott 2025
Was Ruth Ellis a woman pushed too far by years of abuse, or a cold-blooded killer? Her crime shook Britain to its core, and her execution sparked a nationwide debate that still echoes today. Tune in to hear the story of the woman who became the last to be hanged in the UK for the murder of her on-again, off-again partner, David Blakely. Thank you to this week's sponsors! This Mother's Day, consider Nutrafol - the best-selling hair growth supplement. Whether you're gifting to yourself or a loved one, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off any order! Enjoy free shipping when you subscribe. Go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MOMSGIFT. If you're looking for a step-by-step program designed to help hormones and get relief, then you want Belle Vitale. And right now our listeners are getting 15% off when they use code BV15 at BelleVitale.com. Keep your pet feeling their best with Ruff Greens! Fetch a FREE Jumpstart Trial Bag for your pet today. Just go to RuffGreens.com and use code MOMS and just cover shipping! Check-out bonus episodes up on Spotify and Apple podcast now! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast. Listen and subscribe to Melissa's other podcast, Criminality!! It's the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more. Sources: https://www.bailii.org/ew/cases/EWCA/Crim/2003/3556.html Ruth Ellis: the tragic story of the last woman to be hanged for murder in the UK | The Standard BBC NEWS | UK | England | London | Judgement reserved in Ellis case https://www.newspapers.com/image/825606653/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis https://www.newspapers.com/image/825708716/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis https://www.newspapers.com/image/873733551/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis https://www.newspapers.com/image/825709085/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis https://www.newspapers.com/image/721108116/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis Old Bailey | History, Building, Trials, London, Bombing, V for Vendetta, A Tale of Two Cities, & Facts | Britannica https://www.newspapers.com/image/721120351/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/721120424/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/721120468/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/721120589/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/789217802/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis https://www.newspapers.com/image/789824513/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis https://www.newspapers.com/image/825606689/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis https://www.newspapers.com/image/789193497/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis https://www.newspapers.com/image/789296325/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis https://www.express.co.uk/showbiz/tv-radio/2022374/itv-Ruth-Ellis-children-who-Georgie https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/85656463/clare_andre-neilson Daughter of Ruth Ellis dies of cancer | York Press https://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/ruth-ellis-tragedy-children-new-34793113 Ruth Ellis: Lawyers seek pardon for last woman hanged in Britain Justice for Ruth Ellis, the last woman in the UK to be executed Mishcon de Reya instructed to pursue pardon for Ruth Ellis The true story of Ruth Ellis and the hanging that rocked a nation Ruth Ellis: the tragic story of the last woman to be hanged for murder in the UK | The Standard. Ruth Ellis – the Last Woman to be Hanged | London Historians' Blog David Blakely 1929-1955 | History, Monuments and Memorials of Penn Ruth Ellis: The model who smiled at her executioner The real Ruth Ellis? As Lucy Boynton prepares to play the last woman to be executed in Britain, Tatler tells her tragic true story Ruth Ellis Jealousy, Rejection and a Hanging - Real Crimes https://www.google.com/books/edition/Ruth_Ellis_My_Sister_s_Secret_Life/_qjABAAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1 Ruth Ellis Jealousy, Rejection and a Hanging - Real Crimes ‘Being Ruth Ellis's granddaughter had no impact on who I am today… or so I thought'
If you've been feeling stuck, heavy, or emotionally exhausted lately… sis, this one's for you.In this soul fire solo episode, I'm diving deep into what it actually takes to let go of the people, habits, and stories that are draining your energy. Maybe it's a toxic relationship. Maybe it's an old identity you've outgrown. Whatever it is—if it's not serving you, it's time to release it.
In episode 362 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his garage reflecting on the small and big things that impact on the everyday engagement we all have with photography. Dr.Grant Scott After fifteen years art directing photography books and magazines such as Elle and Tatler, Scott began to work as a photographer for a number of advertising and editorial clients in 2000. Alongside his photographic career Scott has art directed numerous advertising campaigns, worked as a creative director at Sotheby's, art directed foto8magazine, founded his own photographic gallery, edited Professional Photographer magazine and launched his own title for photographers and filmmakers Hungry Eye. He founded the United Nations of Photography in 2012, and is now a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, and a BBC Radio contributor. Scott is the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019), and What Does Photography Mean To You? (Bluecoat Press 2020). His photography has been published in At Home With The Makers of Style (Thames & Hudson 2006) and Crash Happy: A Night at The Bangers (Cafe Royal Books 2012). His film Do Not Bend: The Photographic Life of Bill Jay was premiered in 2018. Scott's book Inside Vogue House: One building, seven magazines, sixty years of stories, Orphans Publishing, is now on sale. © Grant Scott 2025
Hello and welcome to my next episode with Rupert Vandervell, a huge inspiration and extremely knowledgeable Photographer. As always I really enjoyed talking to Rupert and I hope you enjoy the episode to. Don't forget, the podcast will be availble every Monday, so please lend me your ears. Check the links out below and please give your support and join my growing community over on Patreon. Thank youWebsite : rupertvandervell.co.ukYoutube Channel:New ways of seeingInstagram:instagram.com/rupertvandervellA brief biog about Rupert:Rupert Vandervell is an award-winning photographer and video producer with many years experience at the top level including 22 years working at the renowned publishing house Condé Nast for Vogue, Glamour, Tatler, Traveller, House & Garden and GQ.His passion for street photography and the urban environment is an aesthetic reaction to living in the modern city and a desire to create dramatic and striking images within it.Please give the podcast a review and click the stars. Also don't forget to give your support and get your ears on the extra content over on Patreon here:➡️ Mali Davies Photography On PatreonThank you for taking the time to listen. Spondecking! Don't forget to grab yourself a copy of my first published photobook - AN-STAPA Standing Still available now CLICK HEREIf you are enjoying my podcast and youtube channel please consider subscribing and dropping some support for all the content I produce. The price of half a cider or a cup of tea will help me massively. Thank you to all the comments and support you give, it is very appreciated.➡️ Click here to subscribe #Rupert Vandervell #letscreate #LetsTalk #PodcastJoin me on social media and my website...➡️ Mali Photography Website➡️ Check out all my social media links and join me on various groupsFeel free to drop me a message and have a chat. Thank you and SITHEE!
Okay, fam — real talk. Ever felt like you're stuck in a never-ending cycle of “ugh”? I see you. In this power-packed solo episode, I'm breaking down exactly how to change your life — yep, your whole freakin' life — in just 90 days. No fluff, no fake “motivation,” just neuroscience, emotional healing, and action steps that work. I'm spilling the tea on what it actually takes to bounce back (and forward) from life's messiest moments — and you'll walk away ready to reclaim your magic.This is your blueprint to go from surviving to THRIVING. So whether you're heartbroken, starting over, or simply craving more out of life, this is your call to rise, baby. Let's build your Bounce Factor and make those micro shifts that lead to massive transformation. And yes, you'll want a journal for this one.What you'll get out of this episode… ✨ A step-by-step blueprint to reinvent yourself in just 90 days — backed by neuroscience, not fluff ✨ A deeper understanding of your Bounce Factor and how to build it starting today ✨ Tools to sit with your emotions (instead of shoving them down with snacks, shopping, or scrolling) ✨ A powerful 90-second practice to regulate your nervous system and stop spiraling ✨ How to rewire your brain for success through tiny, bold micro-shifts ✨ The truth about toxic relationships — and how to curate a circle that fuels your growth ✨ Permission to “trust the suck” and use it as fuel for your next-level glow-up ✨ Free tools, journal prompts & 50+ pages of resources to guide your journeyTIMESTAMPS00:00 – Let's go: Why 90 days can change everything02:00 – What is the Bounce Factor (and how to build it)04:30 – Step 1: Reframe your challenge05:00 – Step 2: Expand your emotional capacity08:00 – Emotional regulation & strengthening the vagus nerve10:00 – Step 3: Make audacious micro shifts12:30 – Step 4: Strengthen your resilient relationships13:30 – Step 5: Trust the suck15:00 – Post-traumatic growth & who you're becoming nextTo receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
In episode 357 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his garage reflecting on the small and big things that impact on the everyday engagement we all have with photography. Dr.Grant Scott After fifteen years art directing photography books and magazines such as Elle and Tatler, Scott began to work as a photographer for a number of advertising and editorial clients in 2000. Alongside his photographic career Scott has art directed numerous advertising campaigns, worked as a creative director at Sotheby's, art directed foto8magazine, founded his own photographic gallery, edited Professional Photographer magazine and launched his own title for photographers and filmmakers Hungry Eye. He founded the United Nations of Photography in 2012, and is now a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, and a BBC Radio contributor. Scott is the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019), and What Does Photography Mean To You? (Bluecoat Press 2020). His photography has been published in At Home With The Makers of Style (Thames & Hudson 2006) and Crash Happy: A Night at The Bangers (Cafe Royal Books 2012). His film Do Not Bend: The Photographic Life of Bill Jay was premiered in 2018. Scott's book Inside Vogue House: One building, seven magazines, sixty years of stories, Orphans Publishing, is now on sale. © Grant Scott 2025
In this episode, I spoke with Dafydd Jones about his latest book "Hollywood Confidential". Hollywood: Confidential is the latest collection of beautifully timed photos from bestselling society photographer Dafydd Jones. Formerly of Tatler and Vanity Fair, Jones is a serial capturer of intimate moments during high-society functions. As famous Vanity Fair editor Graydon Carter puts it, when it comes to party photographers, ‘Dafydd Jones is the sniper's sniper – the best of the best.'
Welcome back to The Go To Food Podcast! Today, we're joined by the country's most famous food critic and journalist, and perhaps once the angriest man in Britain, Giles Coren. Giles has been the restaurant critic for The Times since 2002, following stints as a critic for Tatler and The Independent on Sunday. He's also hosted over 30 TV shows in both the UK and US, landing his big break in 2005 with Gordon Ramsay's F-Word.Known for never shying away from controversy, Giles has found himself at the center of numerous scandals over the years—many of which, as he reveals, have led to pay raises instead of sackings. A brilliant writer and orator, he's also made a few enemies with his notorious Twitter rants and his sensitivity to public opinion. In today's episode, for the first time ever, Giles opens up about his most memorable controversies, shares his regrets (including his greatest regret over his comments about Dawn Foster after her passing), and explains why he thinks Jonathan Nunn is the biggest "C***" in the world—though it may not be as harsh as it sounds.We also dive into his professional journey to the top of the journalism world, explore why he believes the role of food critic is nearly extinct, uncover why he had a complicated relationship with AA Gill, and hear about the most disgusting food he's ever eaten. Plus, find out how he got a famous restaurant chain shut down, his thoughts on the Notting Hill dining scene, how he discovered he had cancer, and much more.This is definitely one of our most entertaining—and possibly controversial—interviews yet. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride!--------Please leave us a great rating and a comment and share it with your friends - it really helps us grow as a show.If you're in the industry and are looking for the greatest POS system in the world than look no further as Blinq are tearing up the rulebook—no long-term contracts, no hidden fees, and no per-device charges. Just £49 a month for unlimited devices and 24/7 UK-based support that's always there, in person when you need it.Built for hospitality, by hospitality, blinq is the fastest, easiest POS system on the market—so intuitive, anyone can use it. And while others take weeks to get you up and running, with blinq, you're live in just 2 hours.Join the hospitality revolution today & use the code GOTOBLINQ to get your first month free - https://blinqme.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this monthly conversation series Grant Scott speaks with art director, lecturer and creative director Fiona Hayes. In an informal conversation each month Grant and Fiona comment on the photographic environment as they see it through the exhibitions, magazines, talks and events that Fiona has seen over the previous weeks. Fiona Hayes Fiona Hayes is an art director, designer, consultant and lecturer with over 30 years' experience in publishing, fashion and the art world. She has been a magazine art director ten times: on Punch, Company, Eve, the British and Russian editions of Cosmopolitan, House & Garden,GQ India (based in Mumbai), MyselfGermany (in Munich), and Russian Vogue (twice). Between 2013 and 2019, as Art Director of New Markets and Brand Development for Condé Nast International, based in London and Paris, she oversaw all the company's launches – 14 magazines, including seven editions of Vogue. She still consults as Design Director at Large for Vogue Hong Kong. In 2002 she founded independent photography magazine DayFour, publishing it continuously until 2012. She is Co-Author and Art Director of The Fashion Yearbook, and creative director of books for South African media consultancy Legacy Creates. Outside the publishing world, she has been Art Director of contemporary art auction house Phillips de Pury in London and New York, and Consultant Art Director of Russian luxury retail group Mercury/TSUM. (Fiona would like to point out she is not Russian: she is proudly Irish and studied Visual Communication and History of Art and Design at NCAD Dublin.) She currently divides her time between design consultancy for commercial clients, and lecturing at Oxford Brookes University, the Condé Nast College of Fashion and Design, London, Nottingham Trent University, Ravensbourne University, and Leeds University. She lives in West London. @theartdictator Dr.Grant Scott After fifteen years art directing photography books and magazines such as Elle and Tatler, Scott began to work zas a photographer for a number of advertising and editorial clients in 2000. Alongside his photographic career Scott has art directed numerous advertising campaigns, worked as a creative director at Sotheby's, art directed foto8magazine, founded his own photographic gallery, edited Professional Photographer magazine and launched his own title for photographers and filmmakers Hungry Eye. He founded the United Nations of Photography in 2012, and is now a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, and a BBC Radio contributor. Scott is the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019), and What Does Photography Mean To You? (Bluecoat Press 2020). His photography has been published in At Home With The Makers of Style (Thames & Hudson 2006) and Crash Happy: A Night at The Bangers (Cafe Royal Books 2012). His film Do Not Bend: The Photographic Life of Bill Jay was premiered in 2018. Scott's book Inside Vogue House: One building, seven magazines, sixty years of stories, Orphans Publishing, is on now.
Okay, besties, we need to talk. There's a side of femininity that isn't all about goddess energy and divine flow—it can get toxic. In this solo episode, I'm calling out the four sneaky ways toxic femininity shows up in our lives—and, let's be real, we've ALL been there. Whether it's playing the victim, dimming our light to be "likable," over-giving until we burn out, or prioritizing politeness over our truth, we're diving deep into how these patterns hold us back and how to reclaim our power.Plus, I'm spilling some hot takes on pop culture, sharing personal stories, and giving you real, actionable steps to step into your most authentic, bold, and brave self.What you'll get out of this episode… -A reality check on how toxic femininity plays out in everyday life-Why playing small is NOT the vibe (and how to stop it)-The sneaky way over-giving leads to resentment and burnout-A call to reclaim your big, bold, audacious energyOh, and let's not forget—the juiciest pop culture example that might just ruffle some feathers
Hello, hello, Brave Table fam! Buckle up, because today's episode is a whole masterclass in braving your financial freedom — and we're doing it with the one and only John Lee. This man went from working in his parents' Chinese takeaway in the UK to building multi-million dollar businesses, sharing stages with icons like Richard Branson and Tony Robbins, and teaching thousands how to unlock wealth (without needing to be born with a silver spoon — or straight A's).John drops truth bombs about why dyslexia was his superpower, how thinking outside the box beats straight As every time, and how AI and creativity are the ultimate power couple of the future. Oh, and parents? If you've been stressing about your kids' grades — this episode will set you free. This conversation is raw, real, and ridiculously inspiring.Ready to rethink everything you know about success? Let's dive in.What you'll get out of this episode… Your limitation is your superpower if you own it.Creativity and EQ will outweigh straight A's.AI isn't to fear but to embrace.Success comes from learning from doers, not talkers.The future favors creators—start now.Spiritual alignment + action = unstoppable success formula.To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
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All right, loves, welcome back to The Brave Table! It's March, the month of new beginnings, rebirth, and, let's be real—shaking things the hell up. Today, I'm asking you a question that might just crack open a part of you that's been waiting to be set free: What's alive for you? And what's burning for you?We are diving deep into the art of release—letting go of the outdated, overworked, hustle-obsessed version of ourselves and stepping into something softer, more intuitive, more… feminine. Yep, we're flipping the script on leadership, success, and how we navigate life's biggest transitions. And loves, I'm taking you behind the scenes of my own journey—how saying yes to a TEDx talk with just three weeks' prep rocked my world, how my Ayurvedic healing and biohacking obsession as a mama is expanding, and why I'm finally embracing a slower, more spacious way of being.If you've been feeling stuck, if you're craving a shift but don't know where to start, or if you just need permission to pause—this episode is for you. So, grab your chai (or matcha, I won't judge), settle in, and let's get into it.What you'll get out of this episode… Self-check-ins are essential for growth and transformation.True leadership comes from trust, intuition, and softness—not doing more.Feeling stuck means growth is coming.Releasing the old is necessary for stepping into a new version of yourself.Learning to ask for help isn't weakness—it's an act of bravery and self-awareness.To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
Alright, Brave Table fam — buckle up, because today we are cutting through the wellness noise and getting straight to the juicy truth about your health. I'm sitting down with my girl Dr. Chiti Parikh, and this is the episode your doctor probably doesn't want you to hear. We're talking why your green smoothie obsession might actually be bloating you, how your stress, your schedule, and even your thoughts are literally toxifying your body, and why you NEED to detox (but not in the bougie spa way — think ancient science meets modern life).Dr. Chiti's got degrees for days — MD, functional medicine, Ayurveda, acupuncture — but what I love most? She's not about that elitist wellness vibe. Her clinic at Cornell is insurance-based (yes, you read that right — real integrative care that regular people can actually afford). She's here to shake up the system and show us how to brave our health — with intention. If you're tired, inflamed, bloated, or just straight-up confused by all the health noise, this one's for you.What you'll get out of this episode… Meal timing, or chrono-nutrition, could matter more to your health than what you eat.Detoxing isn't a luxury — it's giving your body space to heal.Everyday toxins — from shampoo to containers — quietly harm your health.Women need unique fasting rules — hormones change everything.Own your health — ask better questions and treat the root.To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
In episode 357 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his garage reflecting on the small and big things that impact on the everyday engagement we all have with photography. Colm Pierce is an accomplished documentary photographer who since picking up a camera in 1987, has travelled extensively throughout his home country of Ireland as well as to France and Vietnam. Colm's work has been featured in publications such as the Guardian, the Irish Times, Elle, Le Point and Micro Hebdo. Today, runs photography workshops in his adopted home of Hanoi, Vietnam. https://colmpiercephotography.com Dr.Grant Scott After fifteen years art directing photography books and magazines such as Elle and Tatler, Scott began to work as a photographer for a number of advertising and editorial clients in 2000. Alongside his photographic career Scott has art directed numerous advertising campaigns, worked as a creative director at Sotheby's, art directed foto8magazine, founded his own photographic gallery, edited Professional Photographer magazine and launched his own title for photographers and filmmakers Hungry Eye. He founded the United Nations of Photography in 2012, and is now a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, and a BBC Radio contributor. Scott is the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019), and What Does Photography Mean To You? (Bluecoat Press 2020). His photography has been published in At Home With The Makers of Style (Thames & Hudson 2006) and Crash Happy: A Night at The Bangers (Cafe Royal Books 2012). His film Do Not Bend: The Photographic Life of Bill Jay was premiered in 2018. Scott's book Inside Vogue House: One building, seven magazines, sixty years of stories, Orphans Publishing, is now on sale. © Grant Scott 2025
Alexandra Shulman is one of the most influential figures in British fashion. She is the longest serving editor-in-chief at British Vogue, having led the magazine for 25 years before stepping down in 2017. Her career in journalism included time at publications such as Tatler and the Sunday Telegraph. She was later editor of the British edition of GQ, before joining British Vogue where she oversaw an increase in circulation to record figures. Alexandra was appointed a CBE for services to fashion journalism, and is now an author, commentator and writes a weekly notebook for the Mail on Sunday. On the podcast, Alexandra talks to Katy Balls about the heyday of print journalism in the late 1980s and 1990s, why she thinks that discussion of the death of print journalism might be premature, and she opens up about the controversy that surrounded her handover to her successor. She cites her Adele cover as one of her most memorable during her time at Vogue, and she explains why she thinks expectations around beauty – despite her best efforts at challenging contemporary standards – have gotten worse. Produced by Patrick Gibbons.
Alexandra Shulman is one of the most influential figures in British fashion. She is the longest serving editor-in-chief at British Vogue, having led the magazine for 25 years before stepping down in 2017. Her career in journalism included time at publications such as Tatler and the Sunday Telegraph. She was later editor of the British edition of GQ, before joining British Vogue where she oversaw an increase in circulation to record figures. Alexandra was appointed a CBE for services to fashion journalism, and is now an author, commentator and writes a weekly notebook for the Mail on Sunday. On the podcast, Alexandra talks to Katy Balls about the heyday of print journalism in the late 1980s and 1990s, why she thinks that discussion of the death of print journalism might be premature, and she opens up about the controversy that surrounded her handover to her successor. She cites her Adele cover as one of her most memorable during her time at Vogue, and she explains why she thinks expectations around beauty – despite her best efforts at challenging contemporary standards – have gotten worse. Produced by Patrick Gibbons.
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In this monthly conversation series Grant Scott speaks with editor, writer and curator of photography Bill Shapiro. In an informal conversation each month Grant and Bill comment on the photographic environment as they see it. This month they reflect on sports photography. Bill Shapiro Bill Shapiro served as the Editor-in-Chief of LIFE, the legendary photo magazine; LIFE's relaunch in 2004 was the largest in Time Inc. history. Later, he was the founding Editor-in-Chief of LIFE.com, which won the 2011 National Magazine Award for digital photography. Shapiro is the author of several books, among them Gus & Me, a children's book he co-wrote with Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards and, What We Keep, which looks at the objects in our life that hold the most emotional significance. A fine-art photography curator for New York galleries and a consultant to photographers, Shapiro is also a Contributing Editor to the Leica Conversations series. He has written about photography for the New York Times Magazine, Vanity Fair, the Atlantic, Vogue, and Esquire, among others. Every Friday — more or less — he posts about under-the-radar photographers on his Instagram feed, where he's @billshapiro. Dr.Grant Scott After fifteen years art directing photography books and magazines such as Elle and Tatler, Scott began to work as a photographer for a number of advertising and editorial clients in 2000. Alongside his photographic career Scott has art directed numerous advertising campaigns, worked as a creative director at Sotheby's, art directed foto8magazine, founded his own photographic gallery, edited Professional Photographer magazine and launched his own title for photographers and filmmakers Hungry Eye. He founded the United Nations of Photography in 2012, and is now a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, and a BBC Radio contributor. Scott is the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019), and What Does Photography Mean To You? (Bluecoat Press 2020). His photography has been published in At Home With The Makers of Style (Thames & Hudson 2006) and Crash Happy: A Night at The Bangers (Cafe Royal Books 2012). His film Do Not Bend: The Photographic Life of Bill Jay was premiered in 2018. Scott's book inside Vogue House: One building, seven magazines, sixty years of stories, Orphans Publishing, is on sale now wherever you buy your books. Mentioned in this episode: This is the story Bill mentions in this issue which he wrote: How the Best Art Directors Use InstagramThe Foto The Foto App can be found on Instagram. It is currently only available in the Apple Store @thephotoapp © Grant Scott 2025
Brave Table fam, buckle up! This week, I'm sitting down with my ride-or-die, the queen of saying it out loud herself, Vasavi Kumar. And let me tell you, she's not holding back. We're talking toxic friendships, family acceptance, and the real-deal work it takes to heal from the childhood you didn't have. This episode is for you if you've ever wondered when to walk away, when to lean in, and how to navigate the complex, messy beauty of relationships.Get ready to be inspired, triggered, and maybe even a little shook. It's brave, it's bold, and it's everything you didn't know you needed.What you'll get out of this episode… You can't change family, but you can change your perspective.Grieve the Childhood You Didn't HaveNot every friendship needs a goodbye.Trust your gut when the vibe feels off.Be the friend you seek—honest, vulnerable, and boundaries.TIMESTAMPS[00:00:00] Intro: Why Vasavi is back on the Brave Table[00:01:00] Navigating friendships: When to hold on and when to let go[00:03:00] Family dynamics: How acceptance can change everything[00:07:00] Grieving the childhood you didn't have[00:15:00] Cultural expectations vs. personal peace[00:18:00] The art of the slow fade: Why not every relationship needs closure[00:21:00] Honesty and vulnerability: Becoming what you seek[00:27:00] Tight circles, ride-or-dies, and knowing your people[00:30:00] Closing thoughts: Making peace with what isTo receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
In episode 355 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his garage reflecting on the small and big things that impact on the everyday engagement we all have with photography. Dr.Grant Scott After fifteen years art directing photography books and magazines such as Elle and Tatler, Scott began to work as a photographer for a number of advertising and editorial clients in 2000. Alongside his photographic career Scott has art directed numerous advertising campaigns, worked as a creative director at Sotheby's, art directed foto8magazine, founded his own photographic gallery, edited Professional Photographer magazine and launched his own title for photographers and filmmakers Hungry Eye. He founded the United Nations of Photography in 2012, and is now a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, and a BBC Radio contributor. Scott is the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019), and What Does Photography Mean To You? (Bluecoat Press 2020). His photography has been published in At Home With The Makers of Style (Thames & Hudson 2006) and Crash Happy: A Night at The Bangers (Cafe Royal Books 2012). His film Do Not Bend: The Photographic Life of Bill Jay was premiered in 2018. Scott's book Inside Vogue House: One building, seven magazines, sixty years of stories, Orphans Publishing, is now on sale. © Grant Scott 2025
Alright, Brave Table fam—let's talk BURNOUT. Not just “I need a nap” tired, but the kind of exhaustion that makes you question every life decision, especially if you're a mama juggling it all. If you've been feeling drained, overwhelmed, and running on fumes, I SEE YOU. I've been there. From uprooting my entire family across the world to hitting the deepest level of fatigue post-book launch, I had to find a way to recharge my nervous system—without another meditation or journaling exercise. And guess what? I did. Today, I'm sharing the underrated, ancient, and completely life-changing wellness hacks that restored my energy, deepened my sleep, and helped me show up for my family and my business—without burning out. Get ready for some real talk, some science-backed remedies, and maybe even a little TMI (because, well, detoxing is REAL). Let's dive in!What you'll get out of this episode… Your nervous system rules everything. Constant stress leads to burnout. Castor oil is a powerhouse for detox, gut health, and sleep. Magnesium fuels stress relief and hormone balance. Getting enough? Virechana, an Ayurvedic cleanse, clears toxins, parasites, and stagnation. Mamas, reclaim your energy—prioritize your nervous system and real rest.To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
This week on The Venue RX Podcast, host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Elizabeth Solaru, a former microbiologist who transformed her passion into a thriving career as a luxury cake designer. Elizabeth shares her inspiring journey from science to entrepreneurship, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the luxury wedding and events industry. She dives into the key strategies that helped her build a world-renowned brand, from leveraging media exposure to fostering emotional connections with clients. With a focus on resilience, networking, and meticulous attention to detail, Elizabeth provides invaluable insights for aspiring luxury brand owners looking to stand out in a competitive market.About Our Guest: Elizabeth Solaru is an internationally renowned luxury cake designer, entrepreneur, and founder of Elizabeth's Cake Emporium, a globally recognized brand known for creating exquisite, bespoke wedding and celebration cakes. With a background in microbiology and a successful career as a headhunter before venturing into the world of cake artistry, Elizabeth has become one of the most sought-after cake designers in the luxury events industry.Her signature style combines intricate sugarcraft, elegant designs, and flawless craftsmanship, making her cakes a favorite among royalty, celebrities, and high-profile clients worldwide. She has won multiple awards for her work, including recognition as one of the world's top wedding cake designers by prestigious publications.Beyond cake artistry, Elizabeth is a respected speaker, educator, and author. She regularly shares her expertise at international industry events, training aspiring cake designers and event professionals. Her book, Opulencia: Artisan Baking & Sugarcraft, showcases her signature luxury cake designs and techniques.Elizabeth's work has been featured in top-tier publications like Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Tatler, and Brides, and she has appeared on television shows such as BBC's The Apprentice and Food Network's Extreme Cake Makers. She continues to innovate and inspire in the world of luxury cake design, setting new standards for excellence and creativity.Find Her Here: Email: elizabeth@luxurybusinessemporium.com Website: https://luxurybusinessemporium.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-solaru-1ba901/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethscakeemporium/
Join host Pete Hunt on The Privileged Man Podcast as he sits down with esteemed society photographer Sam Pelly for an open and deeply reflective conversation about identity, self-expression, and the journey to emotional and creative freedom.In this episode, Pete and Sam discuss:The power of storytelling through photography and how capturing the essence of his subjects has shaped Sam's career.The challenges of identity and self-worth, growing up as the eldest of three brothers and navigating life in the shadow of a well-known sibling.The impact of early boarding school experiences and the deep emotional imprint they leave on men.The importance of emotional awareness and self-inquiry in relationships, fatherhood, and personal growth.The courage to embrace truth and transformation through life's major transitions, including divorce and redefining success.The healing journey of men's work, nature, and creative exploration, and how Sam now helps others step into deeper authenticity.Renowned for his work with Vogue, Tatler, The Telegraph, and institutions such as the National Portrait Gallery, Sam Pelly has built an extraordinary career capturing everything from fashion campaigns to Royal weddings. His lens has taken him across the world, working alongside legendary photographers including Peter Lindbergh, Paolo Roversi, Patrick Lichfield, and Mirella Ricciardi.But beyond the camera, Sam's personal journey has been just as remarkable. From an idyllic yet complex childhood to finding his own creative and emotional voice, he shares how his search for belonging and truth has shaped both his art and his life.A self-described “scribe of imagery, a storyteller of soul and wonder”, Sam reflects on how photography has reframed his world—helping him see beauty everywhere and connect with the infinite mystery of life.Join Pete and Sam as they explore the courage to feel, the power of authenticity, and the privilege of being truly alive.Find out how privileged you REALLY are by taking the scorecard…https://insight.monumental.global/privilegedmanMonumentalThe Monumental Network - The Private Network For Growth Focused LeadersMonumental is an invite-only, private network for leaders ready to challenge their status quo and grow with purpose that was Founded by Pete Hunt, the host of The Privileged Man Podcast. Through weekly confidential pod meetings and monthly in-person events, Monumental creates a space where men connect authentically and hold each other accountable.Here, leaders are free to drop the mask, speak openly, and move beyond isolation.The Network empowers men to uncover their true potential, cultivate purpose, and leave meaningful legacies.And we have a lot of fun doing it.For more information, please click on this link. https://monumental.global/
Alright, Brave Table fam—buckle up, because today's episode is a special one! I am sitting down with my baby brother, Vinay, who has completely transformed his life and his morning ritual—by giving up caffeine (gasp, I know!). From chugging five to six cups of coffee a day to developing Loom Superfoods, a caffeine-free powerhouse drink loaded with Mayan nut, adaptogens, and protein, Vinay's journey is nothing short of inspiring.But this episode isn't just about coffee—it's about answering the call when your health (and intuition) nudges you to pivot. We talk about breaking bad habits, braving change, and why so many people stay stuck in comfort zones instead of leaping into their true potential. Oh, and we're spilling all the tea (or should I say, Loom) on why most coffee drinkers are unknowingly wrecking their sleep, gut health, and energy levels.So if you've ever thought about cutting back on caffeine (or just making bold moves in your life and business), this one's for you.What you'll get out of this episode… Caffeine disrupts gut, energy, and sleep cycles.Growth comes from discomfort—Vinay moved cities to avoid stagnation.Health is wealth—Vinay's high blood pressure at 30 was his wake-up call.Big problems fuel big solutions—Vinay turned caffeine struggles into a business.To pivot, ignore the noise, embrace uncertainty, and go for it.TIMESTAMPS[00:00:00] Intro: My Brother's Wild Health Journey[00:03:00] Affirmation of the Day: “I Am Brave Enough to Suck at New Things”[00:06:00] The Moment Vinay Knew He Needed to Change His Life[00:12:00] Drinking 6 Cups of Coffee a Day: What It Did to His Body[00:19:00] Braving a Career Pivot: From Real Estate to Superfoods[00:24:00] Discovering the Mayan Nut & Creating a Coffee Alternative[00:29:00] How Caffeine Affects Sleep, Anxiety & Blood Pressure[00:34:00] Why Loom Superfoods is the Ultimate Coffee Replacement[00:39:00] The Reality of Entrepreneurship & Handling Naysayers[00:45:00] How Ditching Caffeine Improved His Energy & Mental Clarity[00:47:00] Final Hot Takes: What It Means to Be BraveTo receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
In this monthly conversation series Grant Scott speaks with art director, lecturer and creative director Fiona Hayes. In an informal conversation each month Grant and Fiona comment on the photographic environment as they see it through the exhibitions, magazines, talks and events that Fiona has seen over the previous weeks. Fiona Hayes Fiona Hayes is an art director, designer, consultant and lecturer with over 30 years' experience in publishing, fashion and the art world. She has been a magazine art director ten times: on Punch, Company, Eve, the British and Russian editions of Cosmopolitan, House & Garden,GQ India (based in Mumbai), MyselfGermany (in Munich), and Russian Vogue (twice). Between 2013 and 2019, as Art Director of New Markets and Brand Development for Condé Nast International, based in London and Paris, she oversaw all the company's launches – 14 magazines, including seven editions of Vogue. She still consults as Design Director at Large for Vogue Hong Kong. In 2002 she founded independent photography magazine DayFour, publishing it continuously until 2012. She is Co-Author and Art Director of The Fashion Yearbook, and creative director of books for South African media consultancy Legacy Creates. Outside the publishing world, she has been Art Director of contemporary art auction house Phillips de Pury in London and New York, and Consultant Art Director of Russian luxury retail group Mercury/TSUM. (Fiona would like to point out she is not Russian: she is proudly Irish and studied Visual Communication and History of Art and Design at NCAD Dublin.) She currently divides her time between design consultancy for commercial clients, and lecturing at Oxford Brookes University, the Condé Nast College of Fashion and Design, London, Nottingham Trent University, Ravensbourne University, and Leeds University. She lives in West London. @theartdictator Dr.Grant Scott After fifteen years art directing photography books and magazines such as Elle and Tatler, Scott began to work zas a photographer for a number of advertising and editorial clients in 2000. Alongside his photographic career Scott has art directed numerous advertising campaigns, worked as a creative director at Sotheby's, art directed foto8magazine, founded his own photographic gallery, edited Professional Photographer magazine and launched his own title for photographers and filmmakers Hungry Eye. He founded the United Nations of Photography in 2012, and is now a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, and a BBC Radio contributor. Scott is the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019), and What Does Photography Mean To You? (Bluecoat Press 2020). His photography has been published in At Home With The Makers of Style (Thames & Hudson 2006) and Crash Happy: A Night at The Bangers (Cafe Royal Books 2012). His film Do Not Bend: The Photographic Life of Bill Jay was premiered in 2018. Scott's next book is Inside Vogue House: One building, seven magazines, sixty years of stories, Orphans Publishing, is on sale February 2024. Mentioned in this episode: https://www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-britain/the-80s-photographing-britain https://www.southbankcentre.co.uk/whats-on/linder-danger-came-smiling/ © Grant Scott 2025
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Hey, Brave Table fam! Buckle up, because today we're going deep into the messy, magical, and sometimes maddening journey of motherhood, burnout, and identity shifts. My guest is the powerhouseMichelle Grosser—a former high-achieving trial attorney turned nervous system and somatics coach who helps women regulate their emotions and break free from the cycle of burnout. And y'all, she gets it because she's lived it.We're talking about the real, unfiltered side of motherhood—the parts that don't make it to Instagram. The guilt, the exhaustion, the unexpected grief of your pre-mom self, and the wild emotional rollercoaster of trying to do it all (spoiler: you don't have to!). Michelle shares her own journey of stepping away from a prestigious legal career, facing miscarriage heartbreak, and redefining success on her terms.So if you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just need a permission slip to slow the hell down—this is your episode! Pour that tea (or wine, we don't judge), get comfy, and let's get brave together.What you'll get out of this episode… The shift from high-achieving lawyer to motherhood is far from seamless.Burnout affects mind, body, and emotions—think hair loss and gut issues!Emotional regulation starts with you—heal, and your kids learn too.Grieving your pre-mom self is real—you're evolving, not disappearing.Letting go of control unlocks the life you truly want.TIMESTAMPS[00:00] We're taking photos & tech fails—Welcome to the chaos![01:00] Meet Michelle: Lawyer to burnout coach? Say what?![02:30] The moment Michelle knew she had to slow TF down[06:00] Unlearning the “busy badge” and breaking free from productivity addiction[09:00] The real talk on marriage & motherhood: "Who even IS this person I married?"[12:30] The shift from first baby to second—aka: holy sh*t, what just happened?[17:00] Feeling lonely while never being alone—yep, it's a thing[22:00] The deposition that changed everything—when Michelle walked away from law[30:00] Somatics, nervous system healing & the magic of shaking it out[35:00] Generational cycles: When grandma hands out candy behind your back [41:00] Five miscarriages & learning to trust divine timing[46:00] "Can I be okay if this doesn't happen for me?"—Releasing control[52:00] Rapid-fire: Michelle spills the chai![55:00] What's next? The season of expecting moreTo receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
Alright, fam, buckle up because today, I'm dishing ALL the tea on what nobody tells you about moving abroad. Yep, I uprooted my cozy life in Austin, Texas, and moved the entire fam-bam halfway across the world to Dubai. And let me tell you—it has been a rollercoaster. The good, the challenging, the straight-up shocking—I'm laying it all out for you in this solo Soulcast. From the unexpected joys (hello, next-level safety and international community vibes) to the straight-up struggles (mamas, jet-lagged toddlers starting school two days post-move—what was I thinking?!), this episode is for anyone who's ever considered shaking things up and saying YES to a whole new adventure. Let's get into it! What you'll get out of this episode… Moving abroad is thrilling but requires resilience for growth. Moving abroad shocks your system—prioritize rest, not just logistics. Kids are resilient, but routine is crucial. Dubai life is next-level for safety, support, and opportunities. A strong foundation is key, or the glam will overwhelm you. Before moving, assess your network, trust your gut, and embrace adventure. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Welcome to The Brave Table: My Big Move Abroad 02:00 - The shocking stats on Americans who never leave their hometowns 04:30 - What I got COMPLETELY wrong about moving with kids 06:45 - Jet lag, school drop-offs, and the reality of getting sick mid-move 10:30 - The emotional side of leaving familiarity behind 12:00 - Why having a solid center is non-negotiable 14:00 - The SAFETY factor: What hit me hard before we left the U.S. 16:30 - The support system you didn't know existed abroad 19:00 - The insane efficiency of life in Dubai (DMV in 45 min?!) 22:30 - The three things you MUST consider before moving abroad 24:00 - Wrapping up: Are you ready to say YES to the adventure of your life? To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
In this monthly conversation series Grant Scott speaks with editor, writer and curator of photography Bill Shapiro. In an informal conversation each month Grant and Bill comment on the photographic environment as they see it. This month they reflect on text in photobooks. This episode is also available as a visual recording on Youtube @UnofPhoto Bill Shapiro Bill Shapiro served as the Editor-in-Chief of LIFE, the legendary photo magazine; LIFE's relaunch in 2004 was the largest in Time Inc. history. Later, he was the founding Editor-in-Chief of LIFE.com, which won the 2011 National Magazine Award for digital photography. Shapiro is the author of several books, among them Gus & Me, a children's book he co-wrote with Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards and, What We Keep, which looks at the objects in our life that hold the most emotional significance. A fine-art photography curator for New York galleries and a consultant to photographers, Shapiro is also a Contributing Editor to the Leica Conversations series. He has written about photography for the New York Times Magazine, Vanity Fair, the Atlantic, Vogue, and Esquire, among others. Every Friday — more or less — he posts about under-the-radar photographers on his Instagram feed, where he's @billshapiro. Dr.Grant Scott After fifteen years art directing photography books and magazines such as Elle and Tatler, Scott began to work as a photographer for a number of advertising and editorial clients in 2000. Alongside his photographic career Scott has art directed numerous advertising campaigns, worked as a creative director at Sotheby's, art directed foto8magazine, founded his own photographic gallery, edited Professional Photographer magazine and launched his own title for photographers and filmmakers Hungry Eye. He founded the United Nations of Photography in 2012, and is now a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, and a BBC Radio contributor. Scott is the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019), and What Does Photography Mean To You? (Bluecoat Press 2020). His photography has been published in At Home With The Makers of Style (Thames & Hudson 2006) and Crash Happy: A Night at The Bangers (Cafe Royal Books 2012). His film Do Not Bend: The Photographic Life of Bill Jay was premiered in 2018. Scott's book inside Vogue House: One building, seven magazines, sixty years of stories, Orphans Publishing, is on sale now wherever you buy your books. Mentioned in this episode: Blake Andrews InstagramG: @swerdnaekalb Dom Plooin at Idea Books IG: @idea.ltd © Grant Scott 2025
Welcome back, Brave Table fam! This week, we're diving headfirst into the messy, magical, and oh-so-beautiful world of love and relationships. If you've ever wondered why you're stuck in certain patterns, why your family dynamics seem to creep into your romantic life, or how to truly deepen your connections, this episode is for YOU. My guest, Kavita Jhaveri, is a world-renowned love and relationship coach with over 15 years of experience helping people cultivate what she calls "soul-level love." She's giving us the tea on everything from breaking toxic cycles to rewiring our beliefs about love and intimacy. So grab your chai, buckle up, and get ready for some serious breakthroughs. What you'll get out of this episode… Unhealthy relationships start with family dynamics; healing begins at the root. True connection requires embracing vulnerability, even when it's uncomfortable. Understanding your parents' patterns reveals how they shape your relationships. Letting go of baggage attracts healthier relationships. Healing blends tradition, breaking patterns, and cultural navigation. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Intro: Braving Love & Relationships 02:12 – Meet Kavitha: Love Coach Extraordinaire 05:41 – Why "The One" Won't Complete You 08:19 – Breaking Free from Family-Induced Patterns 13:13 – The “Parent Work” Method: Rewiring at the Root 20:57 – Raising Your Standards and Releasing Old Patterns 31:09 – Are Your Emotional Needs Being Met? 38:40 – How to Heal Familial Wounds for Better Relationships 46:08 – Nuances in South Asian Relationships 50:29 – Final Words & Free Relationship Summit Info To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
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Buckle up, Brave Table fam! This episode is fire—and not just because Jen Kem is in the house dropping unicorn energy all over the place. Jen and I dive into the messy, magical truth about building a unicorn team, why innovation thrives on community, and how Gen Z is rewriting the rules of work and play. You'll learn how to find your leadership energy, avoid donkey-level burnout, and live the “Fancy Lazy” life—working smarter on what really matters. We're spilling the tea on how to navigate big ideas, mobilize your vision, and rally the right people around you so you can step into 2025 as the innovator the world needs. From bold advice for moms and moguls to calling out toxic work dynamics and jackass energy—this episode will leave you inspired, equipped, and ready to rally your unicorn squad. What you'll get out of this episode… Unicorn teams start with knowing your leadership type. Focus on the right hard things to conserve energy and work smarter. The best innovations come from collaboration, not solo hustle. Fancy Lazy is doing what energizes you and delegating the rest. Beat self-doubt with systems and unicorns. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Welcome + Jen Kem's Unicorn Energy 3:35 Are Gen Z Workers Really “Entitled”? 6:36 The Key to Innovation: It's Not Solo Work 10:15 Unicorns, Donkeys, and Jackasses Explained 20:54 The Unicorn Innovation Model 34:50 Jen's Journey: From Bullying to Business Powerhouse 40:15 Fancy Lazy: Work Smarter, Not Harder 55:00 The Triple-A Threat: AI, Automation & Asians 58:15 Jen's Final Takeaway: The World Needs Your Ideas To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
This week: the death of British industry In the cover piece for the magazine, Matthew Lynn argues that Britain is in danger of entering a ‘zero-industrial society'. The country that gave the world the Industrial Revolution has presided over a steep decline in British manufacturing. He argues there are serious consequences: foreign ownership, poorer societies, a lack of innovation, and even national security concerns. Why has this happened? Who is to blame? And could Labour turn it around? Matthew joined the podcast, alongside the head of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), Paul Nowak. (1:05) Next: the Pope takes on President Trump The Pope has nominated Cardinal Robert McElroy to be the new Archbishop of Washington. Damian Thompson writes that on the face of it, this might sound like a routine appointment, but the reality is that this is retaliation against the Trump administration. for the nomination of an arch-MAGA loyalist, and uncompromising Catholic, as the new ambassador to the Holy See. Subsequently, the Vatican has appointed an outspoken liberal. What does this tell us about the power of both the Papacy and the President? And how much sway does the Catholic hierarchy really have in Trump's America? Damian joined us to reveal more, alongside our deputy editor Freddy Gray, who has been in D.C. for Trump's inauguration. (19:02) And finally: what are sex parties really like? Far from being a sexy affair, sex parties are depressing, with most attendees leaving unfulfilled and rather disappointed, writes James Innes-Smith. He says that he spent more time in the kitchen at a recent party than in the bedroom. So, what makes them appealing in the first place? Are people looking for connection in all the wrong places? James joined the podcast alongside Sophia Money-Coutts, who has written about the subject for Tatler magazine. (30:35) Hosted by Lara Prendergast and William Moore. Produced by Patrick Gibbons and Oscar Edmondson.
Welcome back, Brave Table fam! Today, I'm sitting down with the unstoppable Christine Hassler, who's dropping truth bombs, wisdom, and heartfelt stories about healing, finding love, and navigating the uncertainty of life. We're diving deep into the art of reinvention, breaking free from old patterns, and embracing new seasons. Whether you're rethinking relationships, recalibrating your ambitions, or chasing alignment over hustle, this one's for you. Plus, Christine shares how she called in her partner and transformed her life—and how you can too! Grab a chai and tune in because we're getting real, raw, and brave. What you'll get out of this episode… Healing your inner child fosters healthier relationships. Letting go of "must-haves" invites true connection. Slowing down doesn't diminish your worth. Regulate your nervous system to find calm. Bravery is trusting the process amid uncertainty. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Find Your Brave Space 01:49 Christine Hassler's Journey 05:20 Overcoming Uncertainty 10:45 How Limiting Beliefs Drive You 21:20 Navigating Disappointment in Life & Love 28:10 How to Attract Your Soulmate 33:17 Unlock Your Feminine Power 46:06 Spilling the Chai 50:59 Expert Advice on Life Transitions & Personal Transformation 51:48 Actionable Steps for Braver Living To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
What happens when you hit rock bottom, only to rise higher than ever before? Today, I sit down with two of my favorite humans, Tristan and Sabrina (aka Trisbrina), to dive deep into their transformative journey of love, healing, and awakening. From debilitating pain and identity crises to creating the life-changing Satori Method, this episode will leave you believing in magic and the power of healing from within. Together, we unpack energy, movement, and spirituality—how these elements blend into a full-body prayer that not only transforms physical pain but liberates emotional blocks and opens pathways to the divine. You'll laugh, cry, and be inspired to say yes to adventure, healing, and a little mystical magic along the way.
In this sizzling, heartfelt, and deeply inspiring episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on the biggest leap of my life—my family and I have moved to Dubai! Yes, it's bold. Yes, it's terrifying. And yes, it's every ounce worth it. I'm sharing all the juicy details: why we made the move, the incredible lessons in being a beginner, and why the bravest thing you can do is say “yes” to the unknown. From affirmations to fuel your year to navigating the power of visioning your wildest dreams, this is your go-to episode for shaking up your life, rewiring your fears, and embracing change with open arms. Let's brave 2025 together!
Hey, Brave Table fam! This week, I'm sitting down with my dear soul brother, Nadim Saad, to dive into the ultimate parenting upgrade! Nadim is a serial entrepreneur, conscious parenting pioneer, and founder of the Happy Confident Company, which is changing the way children learn emotional intelligence and agency. Whether you're a mom, dad, or future parent, this episode is packed with revolutionary tools and strategies to help you raise happy, confident, and emotionally resilient children—while healing yourself in the process. We discuss everything from breaking the cycles of immigrant parenting to leadership lessons that translate beautifully into the home. Let's just say, this conversation will leave you inspired, empowered, and ready to step into your best parenting self. Oh, and if you're wondering how to tackle sibling rivalry, the infamous 1-2-3 method, or what to do when other caregivers don't parent like you, we've got you covered! What you'll get out of this episode… Parenting and leadership guide through example, listening, and vision. Offering kids limited, meaningful choices fosters agency and eases anxiety. Repairing mistakes builds trust and resilience. Naming emotions boosts emotional intelligence. Gratitude, conversation cards, and "Can I help?" transform parenting. TIMESTAMPS [00:00:00] Welcome to the Brave Table: Nadim Saad Introduction [00:02:00] Affirmation and Intentional Parenting [00:03:30] Raising Happy, Confident, and Successful Kids: Nadim's Journey [00:07:00] The Parenting Wake-Up Call: Lessons from the “1-2-3” Method [00:12:00] Giving Kids a Sense of Agency [00:19:00] How to Navigate Sibling Rivalry and Caregiver Differences [00:27:00] Breaking the Shame Cycle: Compassionate Parenting [00:36:00] Revolutionary Tools for Emotional Regulation [00:45:00] Introducing the 10 Powers for Kids [00:52:00] Spill the Chai: Nadim Gets Personal [00:55:00] Closing Thoughts: Parenting as Leadership To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
Hey, loves! This episode is a soul-stirring, deeply inspiring conversation with my dear friend and powerhouse, Darlene Cordero. Darlene is the epitome of resilience and grace, navigating life with stage 4 cancer while building community, writing her heart out, and living her “living list” to the fullest. We dive into her healing journey, the grief of letting go of past versions of ourselves, and the art of receiving love and support. Her story is one of triumph, connection, and purpose — and a powerful reminder to embrace every moment and show up for our lives, unapologetically. Let's dive in, Brave Table fam! What you'll get out of this episode… Healing is a co-creation,integrating diagnosis with spirituality, medication, and self-reflection. Support systems are transformational. Grief is Part of Healing Vulnerability in asking for and accepting help is not weakness — it's strength. Living Fully Through Challenges TIMESTAMPS 00:00: Opening & Affirmation of the Day 01:05: Introducing Darlene Cordero 02:35: Darlene's Initial Cancer Diagnosis and Healing Journey 04:21: Receiving a Stage 4 Diagnosis 05:50: Grief, Transformation, and Self-Reflection 09:00: The Power of Community in Healing 13:30: Navigating Cultural Stigma and the Art of Receiving 17:00: Practical Healing Practices and the Power of Gratitude 24:20: The Birth of "The Healer's Playbook" 32:00: Lessons in Living Fully and the “Living List” 38:00: Spill the Chai: Morning Rituals and Braving the Future To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
Tina Brown joins Stay Tuned as a special guest host to interview Preet. They discuss Preet's thoughts on this moment in our country's history, his professional trajectory, and what causes some billionaires to break bad. Tina Brown is an award-winning journalist, editor, and author who recently launched her new Substack, Fresh Hell, which gives her weekly take on politics, media, and culture. She was previously editor-in-chief of Tatler, Vanity Fair, The New Yorker, and founder of The Daily Beast. Stay Tuned in Brief is presented by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Please write to us with your thoughts and questions at letters@cafe.com, or leave a voicemail at 669-247-7338. For analysis of recent legal news, join the CAFE Insider community. Head to cafe.com/insider to join for just $1 for the first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices