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In this 10 minute episode, I seek to discover the origins and history of the capsule wardrobe, whether it is relevant in 2025, why it could be easier to buy fewer but better pieces, and conclude with the consensus of the Ultimate Capsule Wardrobe - as referenced from top fashion magazines.
Ten Minutes Long is a new, 8 part bi-weekly series diving into different topics, in addition to weekly guest episodes. Let me know if there are any topics you would like me to look into next.
Enjoy the episode.
My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly
References:
https://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/article/capsule-wardrobe-essentials
https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/fashion/what-to-wear/a29204515/how-to-build-capsule-wardrobe/
https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/fashion/a41978744/capsule-dressing-advice/
Sephy and Wing are the hosts of the Goes Without Saying Podcast.
In this episode we discuss: why we are never too old to start something new, the perception of failure and how it is often in our heads, the concept of the imagined audience, why creative people procrastinate more, the new concept of work for our generation, do creativity and capitalism work in opposition, our rational vs irrational selves and much more!
Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lgaPwvY9yBw
My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sephyandwing/?hl=en
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4KoTcHrQ8PBGtOhRlrUueh?si=f075ca804c264c0a
Website: https://sephyandwing.co.uk/
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@sephyandwing?si=VCPV-TRHhGeBdpuC
Keywords
podcast, self-discovery, mental health, authenticity, fear of failure, emotional awareness, imagined audience, personal growth, online presence, navigating anxiety, vulnerability, authenticity, podcasting, purpose, friendship, connection, women empowerment, creativity, mental health, emotional support, women empowerment, friendship, business dynamics, kindness, work perception, generational perspectives, privilege, creative careers, happiness, authenticity
02:35 - 03:28 is 22 too old to start something new?
03:28 - 06:36 looking for permission or validation to do something
06:36 - 09:34 how I started a podcast
09:34- 13:36 perception of failure
13:36- 17:31 the concept of the imagined audience
17:31- 22:28 rational self vs irrational self
22:28 - 24:39 listening to our bodies and recognising the signs - fight, flight freeze
24:39 - 27:32 tracing emotions to the root cause
27:32 - 30:53 creating relatable content online
30:53 - 37:59 how our perception of success in the future is often inaccurate
37:59 - 49:56 finding purpose and why creative people procrastinate much more
49:56 - 56:38 why relatable content creators become like friends - following them through life Zoella
56:38 - 01:04:12 working with your friends in business as creative people
01:04:12- 01:13:42 the new concept of work in 2025 and perceptions and expectations
01:13:42 - 01:22:15 tensions between generations of perception of working hard and work ethics
Abbie Dewhurst is a TV and Radio weather Presenter and a strong advocate for conscious living and sustainability.
In this episode we discuss: the never-ending cycle of consumption and ways to avoid compulsive purchasing, whether it actually matters if we support or avoid fast fashion in the grand scheme of the world - will our actions make a difference? Whether you need to go to University to work for the BBC, how the UK are experiencing climate change more than ever before, Abbie’s experience as the Environment Reporter at Wimbledon and what people are wearing to this iconic sports event, what sustainability actually means and looks like, the importance of first impressions, tone of voice and speed, and much more!
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6VjEryr-2MM
My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly
Find Abbie Online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbiedewhurst1/?hl=en
Keywords
consumption, fast fashion, climate change, ethical fashion, media influence, personal transformation, sustainable choices, consumer behavior, digital age, environmental awareness, sustainability, consumerism, secondhand fashion, Wimbledon, broadcasting, tone of voice, environmental responsibility, conscious choices, sports and sustainability, personal growth
Chapters00:00 - 05:53
The Impulse of Consumption
05:53 - 11:59 The Role of Media in Climate Awareness
11:59 - 17:50 Personal Transformation and Ethical Fashion Choices
17:50 - 24:11 Navigating Fashion in a Digital Age
24:11 - 29:31 Barriers to Sustainable Choices
29:31 - 35:24 Sustainability in Sports: A Case Study of Wimbledon
35:24 - 46:00 The Art of Presenting: Tone and Delivery
46:00 - 49:22 Lessons Learned in Broadcasting and Personal Growth
Loretta Hogg is a full-time Strength and Conditioning Coach committed to empowering women to train to their full abilities throughout their entire lives. She works closely with leading expert in female physiology, Dr Stacy Sims.
In this episode we discuss: how your environment affects your fitness and motivation levels, why lifting heavy and interval training are the best 'bang for buck' exercises, the problem with AI training plans, how to start lifting weights in the gym without getting injured, what Loretta and Dr Stacy Sims think are gaps in the fitness conversation, benefits of creatine, how birth control impacts performance, training to be awesome at 80, and much more!
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/EiZsl4IaO6s
My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly
Find Loretta Online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorettaloveslifting/?hl=en
Website: https://www.lorettaloveslifting.com/
Emma Storey-Gordon is a fat loss & behaviour change specialist.
In this episode we discuss: how and why our perception of our fitness ability impacts the outcome, tips for building healthy habits, where the concept of diet originated from and why it's so hard, why consistency is the key to success in anything, the differences between male and female coaching, whether women should train around their period cycles and much more.
Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eleNIB-_kpQ
My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly
Find Emma Online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esgfitness/?hl=en
Social Links: https://esgfitness.co.uk/link/
Alena Winter is a naturopath and strong believer in holistic health and the use of natural medicine.
In this episode we discuss: what naturopathy actually is, the foundations of health and how to optimise them in a sustainable way, what happens when we don't prioritise sleep - and some pointers of how to improve our sleep quality, what nervous system regulation is and why it's so important and popular, why our bodies respond to fight, flight or freeze, the optimum daily routine, and so much more.
My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly
Find Alena Online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alenawinternaturalhealth/
Website: https://alenawinter.co.nz/
Anna Hajdari is an online blogger and travel lover.
In this episode we discuss: living abroad - the good, the bad, the ugly, the quest of finding where you belong in the world, the painful reality of leaving friendships behind and outgrowing relationships, avoiding overwhelm and embracing each season of life, whether the friendship from TV show, FRIENDS, still exists, just how much your environment can effect your mood and mentality, finding your passion and nurturing it, and much more.
Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@happysmilingpeoplepodcast?si=sX_PCWWGdBDxVqh4
Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyereilly/
Find Anna Online: https://www.instagram.com/liketinfoil/
Keywords
living abroad, belonging, friendships, social media, identity, travel, modern relationships, self-discovery, choices, connection, friendship, self-discovery, environment, culture, passion, mental health, personal growth, relationships, life choices, mid-twenties
Nora Williams is an adventure traveller and digital nomad.
In this episode we discuss: why and how Nora quit her job as a lawyer, swapping 80h + work weeks to travel the world, how she made her travelling into a business enabling her to do it full time, the honest pros and cons of this lifestyle, how to become a digital nomad yourself, whether Nora things this lifestyle is for everyone, her strangest travel experience, what it’s like spending a month at a bison sanctuary, whether she has any regrets, and much more.
https://www.youtube.com/@HappySmilingPeoplePodcast
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Find Nora online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noratheexplorahh/
Travel Agency: https://via-adventure.com/
Keywords
travel, transformation, corporate burnout, social media, self-discovery, travel agency, adventure, life change, remote work, personal growth, career choices, regrets, stability, adventure, burnout, digital nomad, sustainability, success, social media, personal growth
Anna Kollmann-Suhr is a gravel cyclist racing for PAS Racing.
We last spoke a whole year ago, and today we pick right up from there. Anna has had a pretty rocky year, and we dive into the highs, the lows, and her journey back to finding herself.
In this episode we discuss: overtraining - how it happens, how to spot it and Anna’s experience through it, the complex balance of training, fuelling and resting, and how to navigate this formula, why not listening to your body is a terrible idea, the significance of the inner dialogue in our heads, how Anna is re-finding her love and passion for cycling, the biggest lessons she has learnt this year, and much more.
Listen to the previous episode with Anna: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7izjqdj6Iqvktjbj232S3h?si=RTkP3Ua1QT6byrmptVOrEg
Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZLqckoDogGk
Follow me online: https://www.instagram.com/emilyereilly/
Find Anna online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annakollmannsuhr/?hl=en
Georgie Mullen is a recipe designer who focuses purely on seasonal fruit and veg.
In this episode we discuss: seasonal eating - how to identify foods in season, and why it not only tastes better but often is less expensive, easy ways to adapt your favourite recipes to swap in foods in season, the design process of creating a new recipe, how to actually season food properly, the golden rule to making your food taste more professionally cooked, Georgie gives me a 101 on wine pairing - wonderfully simplifying it and providing applicable tips for your wine shopping, whether French fries and champagne are the next big thing, how Lidl and Aldi sell wine so much cheaper than other places, and so much more.
Eat The Seasons Website: http://www.eattheseasons.co.uk/
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https://www.instagram.com/emilyereilly/
Find Georgie online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgieeats/?hl=en
Website: https://georgieeats.co.uk/
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