It's been a rough few years for Britain's high streets. First came online shopping, then came Covid and the cost of living crisis. But for eight years now, The Pop Up Club has been breathing new life into empty shops around the country. In this episode, Molly sits down with founder Tillie Peel to hear all about her mission to connect artists, makers and small businesses with sustainability at their core with affordable pop up spaces in high footfall locations. To date they've helped hundreds...

Today's conversation has a distinctly Gallic flavour as Molly sits down with Tomé Morrissy-Swan to chat about how French cuisine found its cool again. In a world of small plate dining, the humble bistro has been increasingly sidelined in recent years but over the past couple of years, a Londoners have fallen back in love with the cosy intimacy and rich flavours of our neighbours table. Tune in to hear about what's driving this renaissance as well as Tomé's top picks for enjoying some French...

Meet Athina Bluff, the founder of Topology, the studio that is disrupting the world of interiors by making bespoke designs available for everyone. In this episode, she's sitting down with Molly to share her top spots around London, from cosy neighbourhood restaurants to ultimate parks and places to pick up some vintage pieces for your home. Listen to how Athina finds inspiration around the city and how she would spend her perfect 48h in London. You can find Topology here /...

"The Conduit emerged from a fight against injustice and the sense that positive solutions are possible. And that's what we try and do here everyday." Not only is The Conduit one of London's most gorgeous members clubs with over 6 floors of lounges and spaces that blend African craftsmanship with a scandi aesthetic, it is also on one hell of a mission. Founded by Paul Van Zyl who worked alongside Nelson Mandela and helped bring an end to South Africa's apartheid, The Conduit is a...

Raye The Store is a travelling pop up concept that showcases and supports the latest food, drink, wellness & beauty innovations through experiential retail. Think of it like an analogue Instragram or a travelling showcase championing brands with honesty of intention, natural ingredients and quality design. In this episode, Molly is joined by founder, Nicole Compen, to talk all about taking the plunge and quitting her day job to focus on Raye the Store and the community of changemaker...

You heard it here first, the global phenomenon that is quiet luxury is already 2024's biggest trend. Say goodbye to your labels and hello to craftsmanship, colours that nurture the soul and slowing things down. In this snapshot episode, Molly is joined by Holly Beazley, Creative Director at the interior and architecture studio, Elicyon, for a deep dive into all things quiet luxury. From tracing its root to stripped back scandi aesthetics and the tranquility of Japanese wabi sabi, Holly...

If Slim Adams and WeWork had a love child, it would probably look something like Old Sessions House. This old courtroom has been reimagined as the office of future, and honestly, it's better than you could imagine. In this episode, Molly is joined by Dean Connell, the space's Creative Director, to talk about redefining work as a series of sessions and building a space that allows you to make the most of whatever the task at hand is. From 70s inspired conversation circles to fluid spaces...

What a way to kick off The London Edition! We're going behind the scenes at London's hottest hotel opening of 2024, The OWO, where interior design and architecture studio, Elicyon, created one of the branded residences which blends a private home with all the five star amenities of a Raffles hotel. Join Molly as she sits down with Elicyon's founder, Charu Ghandi, to talk about bringing this incredible apartment to life including: Being inspired by the building's unique history including how...

Tucked away at the end of a valley in Castle Combe you'll find The Manor House which was home to Lords of the manor for hundreds of years. Today, it is an uninterrupted spot of peace and tranquility with rolling lawns and cosy, wood panelled rooms as well as a lane of converted weavers cottages. It was such a pleasure to welcome Gaius Wyncoll, the hotel's General Manager, to hear all about what it takes to keep a little piece of history alive and making sure that every guest feels like...

In this episode we're up in Edinburgh at The Scotsman, an iconic building that once housed its namesake, Scotland's primary newspaper. From the 200 year old printing press to the 'reporter', 'publisher' and 'headline' rooms, the past is kept firmly alive within these wood panelled walls but a recent restoration has brought a fresh luxury to the space. It was such a pleasure to welcome the hotel's General Manager, Jan Coskun, to the podcast and hear all about this space's fascinating...

Ever had an hankering to embark on your own self build project? We've all watched those Grand Design episodes where builds get out of control so in this snapshot episode, Molly is sitting down with Sarah Morton who brought Blackwood to life. This space went through several evolutions before bringing 'desert chic' to Norfolk. It is now a brand that has inspired countless other renovations around the country and even has its own textile line launching in 2024. Join Molly and Sarah as they talk...

Simply put, Heckfield Place is practically perfect in every way. From the owner's personal art collection adoring the walls to the Bothy Spa with its swimming waters or the Jane Austen worthy interiors, this is a place to come and recharge with intention. It was such a pleasure to welcome Culinary Director, Skye Gyngell, whose career spans Spring at Somerset House and Petersham Nurseries to hear all about the 12 year journey of bringing Heckfield to Life including, Introducing Skye...

Part Soho Farmhouse, part Swallows & Amazons, Fritton Lake is East England's premier members club with a 2 mile long lake at its heart. In this episode, Molly sits down with owner, Hugh Crossley, to hear all about transforming this lake from one of England's most popular day attractions to a major rewilding project and members club offering back to nature luxury for tourists and locals alike. Introducing Hugh Crossley who grew up enjoying a Swallows & Amazon childhood on the...

All hail the queen of hosting 👑 Alexandra Dudley is here to show you how to inject some festive magic into your Christmas decorations this year. From hacks to elevate your tables to the Christmas decorations worth investing in, join Molly and Alexandra for this Christmas special as they chat about: Introducing the lovely Alexandra Dudley and her evolution from healthy snack company to tablescape queenChristmas in the Dudley household, a family, foodie affairCreating tables to unwrap and...

Cautious when it comes to using colour in your home? Don't know where to start when it comes to sprucing up your home? Fear not, the wonderful Francesca Rowan-Plowden is here to spill the beans on all things colour and interiors (with a handy dose of life advice as the cherry on top). Join Molly and Francesca as they natter about: Introducing Francesca who trained as an actress before falling into interior design while trying to get a theatre production company off the groundHow different...

In today's episode we're down in Kent at the beautifully topsy turvy Boys Hall where cosy nooks and medieval fireplaces meet contemporary finishes and a warm welcome from founders, Kristie and Brad Lomas.  And celebrating the best of Kent’s incredible local producers is at the heart of this space with a menu full of warm, comforting classics cooked over open fire. It was such a pleasure to welcome Kristie to the podcast and chat all about, Introducing Kristie who went from running bars in...

Having been bordered up for nearly twenty years, no one was sure what would become of The Grand Hotel. But following a multi-million pound restoration, this building has been brought back to life with a Parisian chic cocktail bar, NYC inspired brasserie and a penthouse suite that has welcomed royalty and rockstars. And in this episode, Molly is joined by Charlotte Horler, Assistant General Manager, to hear all about it: Introducing Charlotte Horler whose hospitality career spans across...

In this snapshot episode, Molly is joined by travel photographer, Kira Turnbull, who has shot some of the world’s best hotels. She explains how hotels have evolved over the past fifty years and how they are now leading the charge when it comes to sustainability and championing local cultures. Introducing Kira’s remarkable stories from a childhood in the Bahamas to getting her first photography job at Time & LeisureHow sustainable hotels have developed over the years from being a place to...

If there's one thing The Hoxton knows, it's how to get a good night's sleep. And for nearly a decade, they have been partnering with Naturalmat, makers of natural mattresses. Both brands have been pioneering sustainable design since their inceptions and in this episode, Molly sits down with Naturalmat's founder, Mark Tremlett, and Ennismore's Global VP Design to hear all about it. - Introducing Charlie North, Global VP Design and Mark Tremlett, Founder of Naturalmat who have been creating...

With 12 stunning bedrooms, numerous marble bars and even a shell-encrusted grotto, Kin House is the ultimate space to gather your nearest and dearest to celebrate life’s big milestones. In this episode, Molly sits down with founder Gaby Harvey who undertook the mammoth task of breathing new life into this unloved care home and creating the beautiful space it is today. 01.54 - Introducing Gaby and her background at Soho House and Net a Porter 03.17 - Creating a space to be at the heart of the...

With dark smokey rooms and William Morris prints, The Gunton may look like your traditional pub at first glance but there’s a reason its gained such a loyal following. From the open fire cooking through to its collection of artists including Tracey Emin, Damien Hirst and Lucian Freud, Stuart and Simone Tattersall have done things differently and created a uniquely welcoming space for the local community and travellers alike. Introducing Stuart & Simon, who have spent the past 13 years...

I don't know if you heard, but staycations are here to stay. In this snapshot episode, Molly is joined by Milly Kenny-Ryder aka the woman behind the Thoroughly Modern Milly blog and instagram as well Weekend Journals and First Sittings. They're chatting about the joys of a British holiday and Milly's top picks around the country. 00.48 - Introducing Milly, from trained singer to a blog helping people discover things to do in London 03.11 - Launching the weekend journals as a tactile...

Do you work in hospitality or marketing? Are you looking to host events that sell out every time? Well, Isaac Twidale, founder of Matinée Agency has been helping high-end UK events, venues & clubs sell out using his Sell-Out System to attract. Join Molly and Isaac as he breaks down his model for achieving the 'Glasto Effect' with sell out events every time. Isaac’s journey from running 500 people D&B raves to starting a high end hospitality event agencyIntroducing the sold out...

Named after the camper van that founders Ali and Ian spent four years travelling the world in with their children, Bert’s is an eco retreat and bustling kitchen garden sandwiched between the wales and sea of North Wales. Molly is joined by Ali to hear all about the journey, from finding Bert’s in The Times to how the land itself and her own childhood holiday memories have led its evolution into the space it is today. 01.50 - Introducing Ali, founder of Bert’s and how one row over what was...

Question, what do the alps and this 2km of sand in North Cornwall have in common? Well, in the same way that ski resorts exist to get people out in the mountains, everything at the Watergate Bay Hotel orientates around one thing, the beach. In this episode, Molly is sitting down with Ben Harper, CEO of Watergate Bat Hotel to talk about this unique vision and how the hotel maintains an incredible 92% occupancy year around. Join Molly and Ben as they talk about 01.52 - Introducing Ben, Group...