Episodes
Female-led Irish brands are having a moment right now, in this episode of Brown Thomas Presents much-loved co-founder of BEO Wellness Aoibhín Garrihy takes over the mic and speaks with wellness expert and founder of GROUND Wellbeing Peigín Crowley, they talk about the generosity of Irish women in business, how their brands developed from the kitchen table and why their intuitive self-care products are designed to bring a sense of support to women at every stage of life.
Published 07/30/23
Published 07/30/23
Broadcaster and former CREATE alumni Angela Scanlon guest host’s our latest episode of Brown Thomas Presents. This year marks an amazing 13 years of Brown Thomas CREATE, a platform which continues to support the next generation of Irish design talent. Angela chats with 3 designers Sara O’Neill of Éadach, Rachel Maguire of Rashhiiid and Sarah Caine on life as a young designer and their Brown Thomas CREATE journey...
Published 07/09/23
BT Pride special: The importance of sharing stories To celebrate Pride 2023 guest host and friend of Brown Thomas Kyle Sven, the photographer and artist behind many of our incredible shoots and campaigns, interviews Ciaran Gaffney, founder of Seanchoíche, a storytelling night founded in Dublin but taking on the world to inspire people to share their stories of love, identity and so much more.
Published 06/25/23
From the best shows to the hottest new season designers, the coolest muses and the key pieces we will all want to add to our wardrobe this autumn, Louise Duffy talks to our Fashion Buying Director Shelly Corkery on her favourite fashion moments from AW23 and what really happens at fashion month...
Published 06/25/23
To coincide with the launch of Hair by Sam McKnight in store and online host Louise Duffy chats with celebrity hairstylist on how he created looks for Vogue shoots in the supermodel era, that iconic hairstyle for Princess Diana and the hero products he has created for his incredible brand Hair by Sam McKnight.
Published 05/28/23
In this episode of the Brown Thomas podcast recorded for our Positive Change Festival, guest host and sustainability journalist, Jo Linehan is joined by Dana Thomas. A sustainability pioneer, Dana has authored three industry-disrupting books and is the Sustainability Contributing Editor for British Vogue. Here the pair discuss the future of fashion, the positive changes happening within the industry and why despite challenges, her passion for fashion still burns brightly. 
Published 04/30/23
In this episode of the Brown Thomas podcast the sister duo behind the brand Otiumberg sit down with host Louise Duffy to discuss sustainability red flags, the allure of seasonless fashion and what it’s really like to run a business with your sibling.
Published 04/24/23
In this episode of the Brown Thomas podcast recorded for our Positive Change Festival, guest host and sustainability journalist, Jo Linehan sits down with Jacquelyn Kankam, Director of Sustainability and Social Impact for Deciem. They discuss The Ordinary’s goal of growing a sustainable beauty business.
Published 04/23/23
Reality TV star turned entrepreneur Tommy Mallet talks to BT Podcast about how he started designing footwear, his Irish family, visiting the Brown Thomas Dublin store and how everything he does now is about changing the lives of other people.
Published 03/23/23
In this episode, our host Louise Duffy talks to one of Ireland’s best loved brands, Sculpted by Aimee Connolly. She chats about her career trajectory, on being a young female entrepreneur and how Ireland is blessed with an amazing network of inspiring, encouraging business women.
Published 03/08/23
Caroline Hirons, Founder of Skin Rocks and author of The New Edit In this episode, we speak to much loved beauty industry expert, Caroline Hirons, founder of the app Skin Rocks and author of the skincare bible The New Edit. She’s loved by beauty aficionados everywhere for her honest approach to the industry. Host Louise Duffy discusses the business of skincare with her, tune in for her take on ingredients to beauty routines that actually work.
Published 01/29/23
In this episode, we speak to goldsmith and jewellery designer Nigel O’Reilly, who has forged his approach to design by his exposure to excellence. Nigel started his professional life in engineering but his creativity moved him in the direction of jewellery. He has spent the past decade creating for some of the world’s most luxurious jewellery houses. In 2009 he founded his own studio in the West of Ireland. Hear Nigel discuss his unlikely beginnings in the industry, his influences and the...
Published 11/13/22
In this week’s podcast, Louise talks to Purna Khatau and Phoebe Vickers, founders of Rhode. The friends speak about the evolution of Rhode, founded in 2014, their distinctive colourful and playful aesthetic and their plans for the future.
Published 07/31/22
Viola Gayvis aka Tafadzwa Donald Mzondo is one of Ireland’s most exciting talents within the Drag Art scene. Viola’s revolutionary performances have quickly catapulted her to deserved heights and she can be found performing regularly across Dublin and the rest of Ireland. In conversation with Louise Duffy, Viola explores her experiences of being a Drag Queen of colour in Ireland as well as discussing the power of pushing the boundaries of gender norms and the freedom that comes from following...
Published 07/03/22
In today’s podcast, we talk to Norman Crowley, CEO of Wicklow-based, Ava. Sitting in the heart of Powerscourt Estate, Ava Studio push the limits of advanced engineering to breathe energy of the future into cars of the past.
Published 06/08/22
Today Louise speaks with renowned author, Justine Picardie. Justine Picardie has enjoyed the most illustrious writing career at the Sunday Times and British Vogue before becoming editor of the Observer Magazine and Editor in Chief of Harper’s Bazaar and Town and Country. Justine discusses her newest book, Miss Dior: A Story of Courage and Couture which focuses on the extraordinary life of Catherine Dior, the sister of Christian Dior – an unsung heroine and sharing a story that has never been...
Published 05/22/22
In todays podcast, we talk to Tonya Kidd-Beggs, founder of STORIES Parfums. Inspired by the memories that have shaped her life. Tonya tells her fascinating story today involving a transformative trip to the heart of perfume making in France which unlocked the power that fragrance has to heal her personal tragedy and inspire happiness and this incredible brand.
Published 05/15/22
In this week's episode we welcome back Jamie Genevieve to the Brown Thomas podcast to chat through the incredible success of new brand VIEVE which has launched in Brown Thomas Dundrum and online. Jamie gives us insight into the pillars that make her brand what it is today and we find out the number one VIEVE product you need in your beauty bag. 
Published 05/08/22
In today’s episode Louise speaks with Emily Rea, Co-Founder of The Restory, an aftercare company that restores luxury handbags, shoes and clothes. The Restory combines art, craft and the power of technology to make sure cherished items can last forever.
Published 04/26/22
Spencer Matthews, Founder and CEO of CleanCo Podcast supremo, entrepreneur and television personality, Spencer Matthews, joins Louise Duffy to discuss family life, career trajectory, his very important ties to Ireland and what led to the creation of his new brand CleanCo.
Published 04/17/22
In today's podcast, we speak with Dr. Yannis and Eva Alexandrides, founders of one of the world's fastest-growing global skincare brands 111SKIN. Yannis, a globally renowned cosmetic surgeon along with his wife Eva share how their brand grew from a formulation initially designed to speed up the healing process of patients at his Harley Street clinic, to become a range using the most advanced methods and ingredients for the highest level of efficacy. Lauded by celebrities and skin fanatics...
Published 04/10/22
In today’s podcast we speak with Dr. Helena McMahon, co-founder of Ireland’s most exciting new skincare and supplement brand, Seabody. The team at Seabody have developed bespoke skincare formulations with biomolecules and bioactives harnessed from ocean plants from the Irish Atlantic coastline. Helena talks about the health and skincare benefits of seaweed and Seabody and her background in science and research led to this incredible new brand.
Published 03/27/22
In today's podcast we speak with model, fashion designer and beauty fanatic Chloe Lloyd in partnership with Bobbi Brown. Chloe has graced the pages of Vogue and Elle and her approach to fashion, beauty and interiors has garnered her almost 400k followers on Instagram. She's recently teamed up with Bobbi Brown and joins us to speak about her favourite products, what life is like at the moment and plans for the future. 
Published 03/06/22
In this episode of Brown Thomas Podcast Louise chats to British Vogue Deputy Editor and Fashion Features Director, Sarah Harris. Sarah talks about her role at the iconic magazine and how they adapted throughout the pandemic, her minimalist aesthetic and her visit to Brown Thomas to celebrate the newly refreshed Accessories Hall.
Published 11/28/21