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• E172: The Business Behind Bellamianta: Linda Stinson on Growth, Grit and Building a Legacy

  Linda Stinson is the CEO and founder of Bellamianta and Iconic Bronze, two of Ireland’s leading tanning and beauty brands. Linda shares the raw, unfiltered story of building a multimillion-pound global business from her garage, navigating partnership challenges, surviving a wedding-day tanning disaster that sparked an idea, and creating products that disrupted a saturated market.She shares how influencer marketing changed everything, the truth about TikTok Shop margins, the power of rebranding, and what it really takes to scale a beauty empire while raising a family. Linda also reveals the next big move for the brand, including the first ever Bellamianta store and her mission to elevate other female-founded Irish businesses.This episode is packed with business strategy, brand-building insights, resilience, and straight-talking advice for entrepreneurs at any stage of their journey.Links from EpisodeBellamiantaWebsite - https://bellamianta.com/ Linda StinsonInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/lindastinson/?hl=en Brought to you in Partnership with:Profile TreeUse link below to take the FREE ChatGPT Training Coursehttps://futurebusinessacademy.com/courses/chatgpt-course/ Timely CareersWebsite: https://timelycareers.com/ Place a FREE advert for your business by emailing [email protected] before the end of December 2025Location PartnerThe Harrison Chambers of Distinctionhttps://www.chambersofdistinction.com/ For 15% off use code Digg15 up until 30th July 2026

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• E171: Surviving Domestic Abuse: Dr Julie-Ann Walkden’s Story & The Lifesaving Work of Women’s Aid

  Dr Julie-Ann Walkden courageously shares her domestic abuse survivor story for the very first time in this special episode.Julie-Ann recounts the night her partner violently attacked her, the red flags she missed, how coercive control escalated, and the impact the trauma had on her and her children. Her honest conversation shines a vital light on how abuse happens behind closed doors, even in families who seem “normal” from the outside.Noelle Collins, Project Manager at Women’s Aid, explains how domestic violence develops, why women often cannot “just leave,” how refuge support works, and the essential role charities play in keeping women and children safe in Northern Ireland.This special episode is produced in partnership with Digg Deep for Kids, a charity founded by Caroline that provides emergency essentials, Christmas support, and year-round help to organisations including Women’s Aid NI, Cash for Kids, Simon Community and Little Heroes NI.If you need support, please don't hesitate to reach out. Help is available.If you’d like to support this year’s Digg Deep for Kids Christmas Appeal, please donate or buy a raffle ticket at https://diggdeepforkids.com/  Every share, every ticket, every donation makes a real difference.

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• E170: Food Myths Debunked: Ultra-Processed Fear, Dairy Lies & Portion Size Truths with Sarah Keogh

  Sarah Keogh is one of Ireland’s leading dietitians, with more than 20 years’ experience helping families, workplaces and communities understand food, protect their long-term health and build a better relationship with what’s on their plate. She’s the founder of Eatwell, a consultant dietitian with the Coeliac Society of Ireland, and a trusted voice when it comes to cutting through nutrition noise.Sarah breaks down some of the biggest food and health questions people are struggling with right now. From portion sizes and fibre to children’s eating habits and the truth about ultra-processed foods, Sarah explains it all in a calm, practical way that genuinely changes how you think about food. She opens up a powerful conversation about alcohol, heart health, and the symptoms women cannot afford to ignore, revealing why so many women miss the signs of a heart attack and what we should all be watching for.Sarah talks about the documentary myths that have convinced millions to avoid dairy, the reality about E-numbers, and the small, easy changes that make the biggest difference to long-term health.Her approach is refreshingly human. There’s no fear-mongering, no perfectionism and no judgment, just real, evidence-based advice delivered in a way that feels manageable for busy families. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by nutrition content online, this episode will leave you clearer, calmer and far better informed.Links from EpisodeSarah KeoghWebsite - https://www.eatwell.ie/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarahkeoghrd/?hl=en Brought to you in Partnership with:Linwoods Health Foods.For 20% off use code Digg20 on link below. (Not available in conjunction with any other discount codes. Excludes sales items & reduced price bundles. Expires 31.12.25)https://bit.ly/4nBUl1r Location PartnerThe Harrison Chambers of Distinctionhttps://www.chambersofdistinction.com/ For 15% off use code Digg15 up until 30th July 2026

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• E169: Mastering LinkedIn Profiles and Video Content with Louise Brogan

  Louise Brogan is a LinkedIn marketing expert who helps B2B firms, coaches, and founders raise their profile, attract leads, and convert followers into clients using LinkedIn. Louise explains what actually works on LinkedIn today. She talks through the essentials of a strong profile, how to write a headline that gets people clicking, why your company page still matters, and the simple changes that instantly make you more discoverable. Louise also talks about the power of video on LinkedIn, how to create content people watch, and why only a tiny percentage of users post at all, a gap that creates a huge opportunity for anyone willing to show up consistently.She explains how to build a meaningful network, how engagement affects reach, and the mindset shifts that help business owners use LinkedIn with confidence. Louise shares her own journey, the coaching that transformed her business, and the systems she now teaches her clients to help them convert followers into customers.If you want to understand how LinkedIn really works, how to stand out in a crowded feed, and how to use the platform to strengthen your personal brand or grow your business, this conversation is full of practical, easy-to-apply guidance.Links from EpisodeLouise BroganLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisebrogan/ Raise Your Visibility Online Podcast by Louise BroganSpotify -  https://open.spotify.com/show/4XJ5aDJloPF7VdP9UnPy4N?si=o1duS5EWRJ2cnWMks6yRIgBrought to you in Partnership with:Profile TreeUse link below to take the FREE ChatGPT Training Coursehttps://futurebusinessacademy.com/courses/chatgpt-course/ Timely CareersWebsite: https://timelycareers.com/ Place a FREE advert for your business by emailing [email protected] before the end of December 2025Location PartnerThe Harrison Chambers of Distinctionhttps://www.chambersofdistinction.com/ For 15% off use code Digg15 up until 30th July 2026

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• E168: Irish, Identity and Inclusion: Linda Ervine’s Powerful Story of Change in Northern Ireland

  Linda Ervine is a community leader from East Belfast and one of Northern Ireland’s best known advocates for the Irish language. Linda shares her extraordinary journey, from a turbulent childhood and teenage motherhood to finding faith, purpose, and a voice that’s uniting communities across divides.Growing up in a loyalist area, Linda never imagined she’d one day become a champion for the Irish language, a language once seen as “off-limits” in her community. Through honesty, courage and compassion, she has built bridges where barriers once stood, and her work with Turas in East Belfast is changing perceptions, opening hearts, and proving that language can be a true medium of reconciliation.Linda opens up about her mental health struggles, overcoming fear, the power of education, and the moments that shaped her life. Her story is one of hope, faith, and sheer determination. If you’re looking for inspiration, courage, and a new perspective on what it means to heal and connect across difference, this episode will stay with you long after you listen.Links from EpisodeLind ErvineInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/linda_ervine/?hl=en LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-ervine-65a3155b/ Turas - https://turasbelfast.com/ Brought to you in Partnership with:Linwoods Health Foods.For 20% off use code Digg20 on link below. (Not available in conjunction with any other discount codes. Excludes sales items & reduced price bundles. Expires 31.12.25)https://bit.ly/4nBUl1r Timely CareersWebsite: https://timelycareers.com/ Place a FREE advert for your business by emailing [email protected] before the end of December 2025Location PartnerThe Harrison Chambers of Distinctionhttps://www.chambersofdistinction.com/ For 15% off use code Digg15 up until 30th July 2026

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