Bebelle Podcast

• S5 E12 - Identity, Fashion and Finding Your Voice with Brendan Courtney, TV Presenter, Producer & Co founder Lennon Courtney

  Brendan Courtney’s story is a masterclass in reinvention. From being Ireland’s first openly gay TV presenter to launching a fashion label and now writing screenplays and animation, Brendan has never stopped evolving. In this episode, he opens up about his early days growing up in Dublin, his love of London, the grind of the creative hustle, and why he's no longer afraid to chase the projects that light him up.This is a conversation about embracing change, staying curious and carving out your own space – especially when none existed before.In this episode, Brendan shares:The early influence of women in his life and the importance of allyshipHis fashion career - from Off the Rails to launching Lennon CourtneyHow the pandemic shifted his priorities from fashion to interiorsWhy rejection is a necessary part of creativity – and how he handles it nowHis ambitions for writing and storytelling - including dreams of an OscarYou can find Brendan here: Instagram | Website | Lennon Courtney Website & Instagram____BeBelle is a podcast hosted by Sian Horn that dives into the stories of remarkable women behind their businesses. BeBelle is not a business podcast, it's about uncovering the moments of resilience, creativity and determination that have shaped these entrepreneurs. Sian is dedicated to empowering women in all aspects of life and believes in the importance of self-care, which manifests differently for everyone. Guests share their own self-care practices, offering listeners fresh perspectives on nurturing their well-being. Tune in to BeBelle for inspiring stories, actionable advice and thoughtful reflections on what it means to be a woman navigating life.Join the BeBelle Community: bebelle.ie | @bebelle_wellness | ​@sian_horn | YouTube____This episode is kindly sponsored by Ella & JoElla & Jo is an award winning skincare collection designed and created in Ireland. Founded in 2017 by two experts and influencers in their fields - Niamh Ryan Advanced Skin Therapist & wellbeing advisor & Charlene Flanagan Make Up Artist & InfluencerElla & Jo is all about bringing joy and vibrancy back into skincare. Each product is inspired by nature and boosted by science, designed to deliver not just amazing results but the kind of luxury moments that brighten your day. It’s self-care with a side of fun! So, whether you’re looking to transform your skin or just add a little sparkle to your routine, Ella & Jo has got your back – and your glow!You can find out more about their amazing products here: @ellaandjo_ | LinkedIn | Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• S5 E11 - Finding Fulfilment, Facing Grief and Creating a Life You Love with Fiona Hayes, FHStyle

  Fiona Hayes has taken an unconventional path – from her family’s oil business in Limerick to working with Mary Portas and building a brand of her own. Her journey is shaped by resilience, creativity and a deep commitment to growth.In this episode, Fiona opens up about losing her mum, navigating mental health challenges at home, and how those early experiences shaped the way she works, connects and lives today. Now back in education and running her own business, she shares what it really means to rebuild – and redefine success on your own terms.In this episode, Fiona shares:What growing up in a family business taught her about independenceHow grief and early life shaped her emotional strengthWhy leaving the corporate world led to real fulfilmentHer transition into fashion, events and creative workThe impact of returning to education Why self-awareness is key to personal and professional growthFiona’s story is a grounded reminder that reinvention is always possible – and that you don’t need to have it all figured out to start again.You can find Fiona here: Instagram | LinkedIn____BeBelle is a podcast hosted by Sian Horn that dives into the stories of remarkable women behind their businesses. BeBelle is not a business podcast, it's about uncovering the moments of resilience, creativity and determination that have shaped these entrepreneurs. Sian is dedicated to empowering women in all aspects of life and believes in the importance of self-care, which manifests differently for everyone. Guests share their own self-care practices, offering listeners fresh perspectives on nurturing their well-being. Tune in to BeBelle for inspiring stories, actionable advice and thoughtful reflections on what it means to be a woman navigating life.Join the BeBelle Community: bebelle.ie | @bebelle_wellness | ​@sian_horn | YouTube____This episode is kindly sponsored by Ella & JoElla & Jo is an award winning skincare collection designed and created in Ireland. Founded in 2017 by two experts and influencers in their fields - Niamh Ryan Advanced Skin Therapist & wellbeing advisor & Charlene Flanagan Make Up Artist & InfluencerElla & Jo is all about bringing joy and vibrancy back into skincare. Each product is inspired by nature and boosted by science, designed to deliver not just amazing results but the kind of luxury moments that brighten your day. It’s self-care with a side of fun! So, whether you’re looking to transform your skin or just add a little sparkle to your routine, Ella & Jo has got your back – and your glow!You can find out more about their amazing products here: @ellaandjo_ | LinkedIn | Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• S5 E10 - Style, Self-Worth and Speaking Up: ‘Ageing Without Limits’ with fashion stylist, Cathy O’Connor

  Cathy O’Connor’s voice is one that stops you in your tracks – not just because she’s a well-known stylist and broadcaster, but because of the honesty, insight and warmth she brings to everything she does. Cathy’s story is wise, empowering and refreshingly real. If you're navigating change, stepping into a new chapter, or simply need a reminder that you still get to take up space – this one’s for you.In this episode, Cathy shares:How growing up in 1970s Ireland shaped her view of what was possible – and how she broke away from thatWhy her years as a tour guide taught her leadership, confidence and adaptabilityThe surprising way she landed on TV – and why style is about far more than clothesThe evolution of her career in fashion – from styling clients to shaping how women see themselvesWhy she created Women Unbranded, and the impact of visibility for women over 40You can find Cathy here: Instagram | Women Unbranded Instagram & Website ____BeBelle is a podcast hosted by Sian Horn that dives into the stories of remarkable women behind their businesses. BeBelle is not a business podcast, it's about uncovering the moments of resilience, creativity and determination that have shaped these entrepreneurs. Sian is dedicated to empowering women in all aspects of life and believes in the importance of self-care, which manifests differently for everyone. Guests share their own self-care practices, offering listeners fresh perspectives on nurturing their well-being. Tune in to BeBelle for inspiring stories, actionable advice and thoughtful reflections on what it means to be a woman navigating life.Join the BeBelle Community: bebelle.ie | @bebelle_wellness | ​@sian_horn | YouTube____This episode is kindly sponsored by Ella & JoElla & Jo is an award winning skincare collection designed and created in Ireland. Founded in 2017 by two experts and influencers in their fields - Niamh Ryan Advanced Skin Therapist & wellbeing advisor & Charlene Flanagan Make Up Artist & InfluencerElla & Jo is all about bringing joy and vibrancy back into skincare. Each product is inspired by nature and boosted by science, designed to deliver not just amazing results but the kind of luxury moments that brighten your day. It’s self-care with a side of fun! So, whether you’re looking to transform your skin or just add a little sparkle to your routine, Ella & Jo has got your back – and your glow!You can find out more about their amazing products here: @ellaandjo_ | LinkedIn | Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• S5 E9 - From Hair Loss to Healing: Alopecia, Sobriety and Starting Again with Claire Fullam aka Claire Balding, founder of Remi Scalp Care & Trua Clinic

  “I deserve to stop”Claire Fullam’s, aka Claire Balding, story is one of strength, transformation and radical honesty. From sudden hair loss in her twenties to navigating motherhood, sobriety and starting a business – Claire has taken some of life’s hardest moments and turned them into something powerful. We also hear how she built her business, Trua, and launched her own product line, Remi – all while learning to prioritise herself.In this episode, Claire shares:Growing up as the eldest and finding joy in connection and creativityHow alopecia impacted her identity and mental healthThe journey behind launching Trua and her own brand, RemiWhat sobriety taught her about self-worth and slowing downThe role of boundaries, humour and community in staying groundedYou can find Claire here: @claire_balding | Trua Website | @truaclinic | @remiscalpcare | Remi Website____BeBelle is a podcast hosted by Sian Horn that dives into the stories of remarkable women behind their businesses. BeBelle is not a business podcast, it's about uncovering the moments of resilience, creativity and determination that have shaped these entrepreneurs. Sian is dedicated to empowering women in all aspects of life and believes in the importance of self-care, which manifests differently for everyone. Guests share their own self-care practices, offering listeners fresh perspectives on nurturing their well-being. Tune in to BeBelle for inspiring stories, actionable advice and thoughtful reflections on what it means to be a woman navigating life.Join the BeBelle Community: bebelle.ie | @bebelle_wellness | ​@sian_horn | YouTube____This episode is kindly sponsored by Ella & JoElla & Jo is an award winning skincare collection designed and created in Ireland. Founded in 2017 by two experts and influencers in their fields - Niamh Ryan Advanced Skin Therapist & wellbeing advisor & Charlene Flanagan Make Up Artist & InfluencerElla & Jo is all about bringing joy and vibrancy back into skincare. Each product is inspired by nature and boosted by science, designed to deliver not just amazing results but the kind of luxury moments that brighten your day. It’s self-care with a side of fun! So, whether you’re looking to transform your skin or just add a little sparkle to your routine, Ella & Jo has got your back – and your glow!"You can find out more about their amazing products here: @ellaandjo_ | LinkedIn | Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• S5 E8 - Fitness, Freedom and Following Your Own Path with Siobhan O’Hagan co-founder of The Self-Improvement Project

  “I think the reason I was feeling uneasy was because I was doing what I felt I should be doing… but when I really stopped to think about it, what I truly wanted was to travel.”In this episode, I sit down with Siobhan O’Hagan, a woman who walked away from a traditional career to create a life that truly fulfills her. From corporate to fitness entrepreneur, Siobhan’s journey is all about trusting yourself, taking risks and defining success on your own terms.She opens up about the pressures of following a conventional career, to making a change and how she built a business that gives her freedom and purpose. From travelling the world to growing an online community, Siobhan shares the highs and lows of choosing fulfillment over expectations.In this episode, Siobhan shares:Why she ignored her instincts for years before finally making a changeThe moment she knew she had to leave her 9-to-5 for something more meaningfulThe reality of building an online business while travelling the worldHow her definition of success has evolved over timeThe unexpected lessons she learned from stepping away from the “traditional” pathYou can find Siobhan here: Instagram | theselfimprovementproject.com____BeBelle is a podcast hosted by Sian Horn that dives into the stories of remarkable women behind their businesses. BeBelle is not a business podcast, it's about uncovering the moments of resilience, creativity and determination that have shaped these entrepreneurs. Sian is dedicated to empowering women in all aspects of life and believes in the importance of self-care, which manifests differently for everyone. Guests share their own self-care practices, offering listeners fresh perspectives on nurturing their well-being. Tune in to BeBelle for inspiring stories, actionable advice and thoughtful reflections on what it means to be a woman navigating life.Join the BeBelle Community: bebelle.ie | @bebelle_wellness | ​@sian_horn | YouTube____This episode is kindly sponsored by Ella & JoElla & Jo is an award winning skincare collection designed and created in Ireland. Founded in 2017 by two experts and influencers in their fields - Niamh Ryan Advanced Skin Therapist & wellbeing advisor & Charlene Flanagan Make Up Artist & InfluencerElla & Jo is all about bringing joy and vibrancy back into skincare. Each product is inspired by nature and boosted by science, designed to deliver not just amazing results but the kind of luxury moments that brighten your day. It’s self-care with a side of fun! So, whether you’re looking to transform your skin or just add a little sparkle to your routine, Ella & Jo has got your back – and your glow!"You can find out more about their amazing products here: @ellaandjo_ | LinkedIn | Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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