In this podcast episode I dive into the world of a global super star singer, actress, mum and all round entrepreneurial woman Vanessa Williams.  Vanessa became the first ever African American Miss America, an incredible achievement which should have been the best time of a young woman career, but this became a time of dealing with death threats, racism and so much more. This inspirational conversation is packed with life stories of overcoming adversity, thriving, inner confidence and getting...

In this episode I am joined by fashion designer, entrepreneur and ‘Jeans Queen’ Donna Ida Thornton. As a self confessed denim addict myself, and a proud owner of a number of Donna Ida’ jeans, I was so excited to chat to my friend Donna, all about what makes the most flattering and comfortable pair of jeans as well as the inspiration behind her unique designs,  After launching her own denim brand ‘Donna Ida’ in 2012 inspired by her grandmother Ida, Donna has taken the fashion world by storm....

In this episode I am joined by nutritional therapist, author and podcaster, Eve Kalinik. As someone who used to work in a fast paced job in fashion PR, Eve understands how a poor work life balance can influence gut health and ultimately overall wellness, and she decided to seek answers herself after she noticed the lifestyle that came with her job was making her unwell. Having gone on her own long term health issues, burn out and continual need for antibiotics, all fuelling her declining...

In this episode I am joined by author, entrepreneur and face yoga expert, Danielle Collins. With over 17 years experience under her belt, Dannielle Collins is THE face yoga expert. Combining her passion for holistic therapy with traditional techniques that have been used for thousands of years Danielle developed The Danielle Collins Face Yoga Method. All this was created on her personal health journey to healing her own ill health, with a truly holistic approach through yoga, nutrition,...

Firstly in this conversation we do talk openly about eating disorders, so there is a trigger warning I would like to make you aware of before you dive in and listen. In this episode I am joined by the inspirational, author, podcaster and body confidence campaigner, Alex Light. As someone who has suffered firsthand the effects of disordered eating in both myself and my daughter’s lives, it was so moving to talk to Alex about her own struggles and how she overcame them , launching a whole...

In this episode I am joined by movement coach and personal trainer to the stars, Dan Roberts. Dan has been a coach since 1993, having worked with Olympians, Victoria Secrets models, actresses and tv personalities. Dan tells me how he founded his trademark fitness workout , ‘Methodology X’ which was originally championed by models but is now a much wider success. Dan is a firm believer that in order to become an expert in something you need to immerse yourself in it, something which has led...

Julie Montagu on becoming a viscountess and teaching the most popular Yoga class in London In this episode I am joined by yoga teacher, nutritionist, author, TV presenter and Viscountess of Hinchingbrooke Julie Montagu. Julie, shares her journey from America to being part of the House of Montagu in Mapperton House Dorset, which she lives and manages with her husband, the 10th Earl of Sandwich, and the challenges they’ve both faced managing an estate during the recent pandemic, as well as...

In this episode I am joined by Estée Lalonde, one the original YouTubers, turned female entrepreneur  Estée shares how she became a globally recognised influencer, even before it became a recognised career choice and just how many hours you need to put into it to become a success. Her transition from YouTuber and blogger to entrepreneur, and the challenges she’s faced working in the beauty and fashion industry, sharing an insight into her first jobs in the beauty industry. We talk about how...

Joining me in this episode is the chef, author, and presenter Melissa Hemlsey. In this joyous chat Melissa Hemsley shares her early career on how she became a personal chef to Take That, instagram live cooking with Garry Barlow and just how she because the author of 5 cook books. Her latest Feel Good https://amzn.to/3PGCkO0 Quick and easy recipes for comfort and Joy.  She also shares her tips and tricks for becoming more sustainable in our eating habits, as well as her secret to remaining...

Knowing Me, Glowing You is your essential podcast for inspirational conversations.  I’m Abigail James, and I’ve spent over 20 years in the skincare industry in clinic treating clients skin concerns. I’m also a best selling author, motivational speaker, and have been hailed as the ‘Queen of skin’ Knowing Me, Glowing You takes the chats from my clinic experience straight to your ears. Each week I will be talking to incredible people about life, skincare, positive ageing, wellbeing, nutrition,...