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Small Business Growth AddictsSober Curious? How Cutting Out Alcohol Transformed Kirsty’s Life & BusinessSend us a textCould alcohol be quietly holding you back in life or business?In this powerful and honest season finale, I chat with the incredible Kirsty from Sky Rose Coaching, who is also the founder of Sober Buzz CIC, a not-for-profit community supporting sober and sober curious people across the UK.Kirsty shares her real and deeply personal story of hitting rock bottom with alcohol at 41, the moment she knew things had to change, and what life looks like now after over seven years...2025-07-2156 min
Off the Air with Matt RandazzoOff the Air with Matt Randazzo July 8th- Tom Kakert on Trey Thompson commit and more, PV softball coach Amanda Hughes, and Bobby MetcalfPlenty to get to on a Tuesday edition on "Off the Air with Matt Randazzo"! We go LIVE at 10am on YouTube and X!
- Iowa Hawkeyes on HawkeyeReport.com Tom Kakert breaks down a HUGE commitment for Be McCollum and Iowa Hoops over the weekend AND his Fearless Forecast for Iowa Football
- Pleasant Valley Softball is your MAC champs once again! We'll chat with Head Coach Amanda Hughes as the Spartan get ready to defend last year's State Title!
- Bobby Metcalf joins us in hour 2 to look back at JDC, tell me if the Cubs are for...2025-07-081h 42Small Business Growth AddictsCreate Content Faster: My 60-Minute Planning Method for Social MediaSend us a textFeel like social media content is taking way too long to plan? You’re not alone, and you’re not doing it wrong. You just need a better system.In this episode of The Growth Addicts Podcast, I’m sharing my 60 minute content planning method that helps you create and schedule a week’s worth of strategic posts across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and more.This is the exact method I use (and teach inside Get Seen Get Sales my online social media mentor group) t...2025-07-0740 minSmall Business Growth AddictsShould You DIY or Outsource Your Social Media?Send us a textThinking about outsourcing your social media but not sure if you should? This episode is for you.Amanda Hughes is joined by Hannah Adams, founder of Heyday Digital Agency, to unpack what it really means to hand over your socials to someone else and whether that’s the right move for your small business. Spoiler: Social media management isn’t just for “big” brands.We chat through:The difference between doing your own social media marketing vs. working with an agencyWhat to look for...2025-06-1650 minSmall Business Growth AddictsHow to Start a Business as a Stay-at-Home Mum (Without Childcare or a 9–5 Routine) with Fiona SimSend us a textHow to Start a Business as a Stay-at-Home Mum (Without Childcare or a 9–5 Routine) with Fiona SimEver wondered how some mums manage to run a business with no childcare, no office and no real routine? In this powerful episode of The Growth Addicts Podcast, Amanda sits down with Fiona Sim, a certified business strategist and home-educating mum of two, who teaches stay-at-home mums how to start and grow an online business around their lives, not the other way around.Whether you’re a mum...2025-06-0245 min
Rising Star - Music That MattersAmanda Barise - Cute and Deadlyhttps://youtu.be/QU5as6gaf7g?si=2gNt3f86fZi666s0 American Idol alum Amanda Barise talks about her new single Cute and Deadly, and much more.2025-05-271h 19
The Mountain SpiritS7E4: Preserving the History of Coal Mining w/ Amanda HughesThe coal industry has a long history within the mountains of eastern Kentucky. That history is still seen today in places like the Kentucky Coal Museum in Harlan County, Kentucky. Joining our show today is the museum’s curator, Amanda Hughes. We invite you to learn about the hardworking men and women who have shaped our region, the importance of preserving their stories, and the ways that Appalachian culture is reflected in our industrial past. Plan your visit at the Kentucky Coal Museum today. Learn more about Appalachian history.2025-05-2726 min
Sex & BaconI Was Married to a Sex Offender and Didn't Know Until He Was Arrested with Amanda QuickWhat if the person you trusted most turned out to be living a double life? In this gripping, raw, and deeply courageous episode of the Sex and Bacon podcast, Sarah sits down with Amanda Quick—author of The Sex Trafficker’s Wife—to unravel the unthinkable: what happens when the man you married, the father of your children, is arrested for trying to purchase underage girls. Amanda shares her story with jaw-dropping honesty, walking us through the emotional rollercoaster of betrayal, trauma bonding, courtroom battles, and reclaiming her voice after years of manipulation and gaslighting. This isn’t just t...2025-05-271h 20Small Business Growth AddictsHow Hypnosis Can Help Small Business Owners Beat Burnout, Reduce Anxiety & Boost Confidence – with Diane QuinnSend us a textFeeling overwhelmed by your never-ending to-do list? Struggling to switch off at night? This episode is for you.In this powerful and surprisingly soothing conversation, Amanda Hughes chats with Diane Quinn, an Ayrshire-based hypnosis practitioner (and former hairstylist of 30 years!) about how hypnosis can be a game-changing tool for small business owners.Diane opens up about her own experience of burnout, her first panic attack, and how hypnosis helped her regulate her emotions, boost her confidence, and eventually build a new business helping others do...2025-05-1931 min
Podclass - Podcast for Teachers and Educators#42 - An Open Letter to Educators EverywhereHosts: Skye Hughes, Amanda Marshall, and Will Massara 💌 Not a strategy session – a love letter.This episode takes a heartfelt turn. In a time where educator burnout, system pressure, and self-doubt are all too common, Skye, Amanda, and Will pause to offer something different – an open letter. Not about curriculum or pedagogy, but about you, the educator.It’s five minutes of compassion, gratitude, and truth. It’s for every teacher who’s ever questioned if they’re making a difference.“You Are More Than the Role”: Reclaiming the Heart of Teaching“You are holding more than just knowledge – you are holding growth...2025-05-1307 minSmall Business Growth AddictsDIY PR for Small Business: How to Get Press Coverage Without a Big Budget with Jane GriffinSend us a textThink PR is just for big brands with flashy budgets? Think again.In this episode, I’m joined by Chartered PR expert, PR coach, and ex-TV reporter Jane Griffin and she’s here to bust the biggest PR myths holding small business owners back.We’re talking DIY PR you can actually do, even if you’ve never pitched a single story before. Jane shares her no-fluff approach to getting featured in the press, why journalists do want to hear from small bu...2025-05-0536 minSmall Business Growth AddictsInstant Ways to Improve Your Website Copy (Without Hiring a Copywriter)Send us a textYour website is live, but your words? They’re just not doing your business justice. Sound familiar?In this episode, Amanda chats with Claire Cunningham, a professional website copywriter and blog writer, to bring you instant, practical ways to improve your website copy whether you're starting from scratch or trying to polish what’s already there.If you’re DIY-ing your website and doubting every word, this conversation will help you write with more clarity, confidence, and connection, no copywriting degree required.Inside the episode: Quick...2025-04-2150 minSmall Business Growth AddictsRunning a Business During Perimenopause: Brain Fog, Burnout & Hormone Help with Sarah ShahSend us a textAre you trying to grow your business while struggling with brain fog, burnout, or feeling completely off? You might be dealing with perimenopause, and you’re not alone.In this episode, I chat with Sarah Shah, a Menopause Health & Mindset Coach, about what really happens when your hormones start shifting and how it impacts your focus, energy, and business growth.Whether you're deep in perimenopause, starting to notice changes, or want to understand what’s coming, this conversation is full of practical tips...2025-04-0746 min
Awakened MotherhoodJourney of the Soul w/ Daina HughesIn this episode of Awakened Motherhood, host Amanda Quick welcomes Daina Hughes, a spiritual coach, soul mentor, and end-of-life doula. Daina shares her unique approach to guiding individuals on their journeys of awakening and transformation, emphasizing the significance of aligning with one's inner wisdom. Through stories of personal growth and overcoming adversity, Daina reveals how transformative parenting and embracing the divine feminine can empower us. From her beginnings in spirituality to her experiences with motherhood, Daina's narrative inspires mothers to discover their fierce feminine power and find healing within themselves.
To learn more about Daina's upcoming book...2025-03-2850 minSmall Business Growth AddictsWhat’s Working on Instagram Right Now (March 2025 Update)Send us a text What’s Actually Working on Instagram in March 2025? Let’s Break It Down!If you’re a small business owner who's been posting on Instagram but not seeing the growth or engagement you want, this episode is for you! Instagram is always changing, but the good news? Some strategies are working really well right now and I’m breaking them all down for you in this March 2025 update.Inside This Episode, You’ll Learn: Authenticity on Instagram – What it REALLY...2025-03-1719 minSmall Business Growth AddictsHate Networking? Here's Why You Should Give It Another GoSend us a textDoes the idea of networking events make you cringe? You’re not alone! Many small business owners avoid networking because it feels awkward, forced, or just plain uncomfortable. But what if you’ve just been going to the wrong types of events?In this episode of The Growth Addicts Podcast, I’m joined by Sarah Cook, founder of Come Network With Me, to chat about how to make networking fun, meaningful, and actually beneficial for your business.I’ve personal...2025-03-0339 minSmall Business Growth AddictsHow Maxine Laceby Built Absolute Collagen from Scratch—And Why She Never Took No for an AnswerSend us a textEver had a business idea and thought… ‘This could actually be something BIG?’Today’s guest on Growth Addicts proves that yes, it absolutely can.This week, I’m joined by Maxine Laceby, the co-founder of Absolute Collagen, a brand that went from a home kitchen bone broth experiment to a multi-million pound beauty business.But it didn’t happen overnight.In this episode, Maxine shares:How her DIY bone broth led to a game-chang...2025-02-171h 04
Marks Unexplained WorldThe Tragic Story of Amanda Todd | Marks Unexplained World Podcast (Ep. 135)The Tragic Story of Amanda Todd | Marks Unexplained World Podcast (Ep. 135)
WARNING: Contains DIstressing Content
Amanda Todd was a 15-year-old Canadian student and victim of cyberbullying who hanged herself at her home in Port Coquitlam, British Columbia.
A Dutch-Turkish man, Aydin Coban, who was already imprisoned for sexual blackmail in the Netherlands, was extradited to Canada to face trial on charges of harassing and sexually extorting Todd before her suicide. In response to her death, then-Premier of British Columbia Christy Clark, made an online statement of condolence and suggested a national discussion on...2025-02-1240 min
Bounce Out Of BedHow to Make a Mid-Life Change with Confidence (Even If It Feels Terrifying) with Ceri HughesWhat happens when the career you’ve spent 30 years building no longer feels like the right path? That’s exactly what today’s guest, Ceri Hughes (a client of mine and now an Executive Coach), faced when she left a long and successful career in professional services to step into coaching. After years of traveling the world for work, the pandemic brought her back to her hometown in South Wales, where she began redefining success, reconnecting with what truly matters, and embracing mid-life transitions—not just in her career but in her health and way of life. In this e...2025-02-0647 minSmall Business Growth AddictsBranding for Small business - Beyond the Logo!Send us a textWelcome to episode 1 of season 3 of Growth Addicts! Can you believe it’s almost 1 year since Growth Addicts launched and honestly, I can’t imagine not having the podcast in my life now. Thank you SO MUCH for being here.We have an awesome episode today for you, joined by Emmelie Coulson, a Brand Designer and Illustrator who is passionate about helping female founders stand out and shout out with bold branding.Today Emmelie and I talk about what small business branding actually is...2025-02-0341 min
Own Your TimeS2, Ep6: Amanda HughesIn this episode of Own Your Time, Sarah Stewart sits down with Amanda Hughes, a small business brand photographer, podcaster and bestselling author. Amanda shares her inspiring journey from wedding florist to brand photographer and discusses how she balances life as a twin mum - one of whom has significant medical needs with a thriving business. Tune in to hear Amanda's insights on planning, time management, and her innovative social media planning strategies designed to help entrepreneurs streamline their workflow. Highlights: Amanda’s journey from a wedding florist to a brand photographer. ...2025-01-2246 minSmall Business Growth AddictsAudit Your Own Instagram as a Small Business OwnerSend us a textHappy new year! 2025 is upon us and you may be starting to think of ways to optimise your small business on Instagram for the year ahead and what better way to kick things off than giving your Instagram page an audit.An Instagram audit is something I’m asked for regularly in my Instagram mentor group “Get Seen Get Sales on Instagram” and am happy to offer. It’s such a great way to check in on how things are looking and if you’re searchable etc and tod...2025-01-2043 minSmall Business Growth AddictsThe Power of Sleep for a Small Business OwnerSend us a textEpisode 17 of The Growth Addicts Podcast is here and we’re chatting all things adult sleep!I’m delighted to be joined by guest Rebekka of Sleepwise in Seattle. Rebekka is an adult sleep consultant who knows the importance of good sleep after becoming seriously ill through lack of sleep herself. Today we get into the details of why sleep is so important in adults, in particularly for small business owners, and the consequences of not getting enough sleep. Plus of course, as always, we go through some top tips...2025-01-0650 minSmall Business Growth AddictsPinterest for Any Business, Niche or IndustrySend us a text In episode 16 of Growth Addicts I’m joined by SEO and Pinterest Specialist Trona Freeman. Today, Trona and I dive into all things Pinterest for small business and I’m blown away at how powerful Pinterest can be!Could this be the hidden gem all small business owners should be using to increase traffic to our websites, Instagram pages, booking pages.. and more?Tune in to find out.* Special offer * Trona is kindly offering all Growth Addicts listeners a huge 25% off her Pinter...2024-12-1641 min
WitchLit PodcastAmanda HughesAmanda Hughes is a storyteller, and that story may me told as a novel, a poem, a guide, or the journey through the tarot Major Arcana. We talk about her work, her upcoming Mystic Storyteller tarot deck and guide to using the tarot in your writing, and all the joys and challenges of self-publishing.
You can find Amanda's novels, published as A. Lee Hughes on Amazon and the Mystic Storyteller book and tarot deck will be available next year after a successful crowd funding campaign. You can get updates on that and everything else Amanda is up to...2024-12-1155 minSmall Business Growth AddictsMindful New Year Business PlanningSend us a textWelcome to episode 15 of Growth Addicts. This episode airs at the start of December 2024, a time when a lot of small business owners are starting to reflect on the year gone past and think about the new year ahead.In this episode I talk about when I consider my new year to be (I am not a January new year gal!) and the strategy I use to reflect, digest and review the year that’s gone. I share with you my journaling prompts to ensure we consider how the ye...2024-12-0227 min
Winning Through CultureNurturing Stewardship and Community in Business Culture with Lynne HughesIn this episode of Winning Through Culture, we sit down with Lynne Hughes, founder of Comfort Zone Camp, to discuss the critical role of stewardship and community in shaping a thriving business culture. Drawing from her experiences in leading a nonprofit that supports grieving children, Lynne shares valuable insights on how businesses can foster a sense of responsibility, empathy, and long-term impact through community-focused initiatives. From creating an emotionally supportive work environment to encouraging employee engagement in philanthropic efforts, Lynne offers practical advice for leaders looking to build a culture rooted in service and compassion.
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Feces and LaughterRabbits & Rodents 101 with Dr. Lauren HughesSend us a textHop on over to this week’s episode, where we’re joined by Dr. Lauren Hughes, the Head Veterinarian of the Niabi Zoo, to chat all about the fascinating world of rabbit and rodent care! Whether you’re a proud bunny parent or considering adding a pocket-sized pal to your family, Dr. Hughes brings her expert insights on diet, housing, socialization, and more. From busting common myths to sharing zoo-worthy tips, this episode has everything you need to keep your furry friends happy and thriving.Stay in the loop w...2024-11-191h 03Small Business Growth AddictsEmbracing the Pivot: My 10-Year Journey of Business Evolution & GrowthSend us a textIn this episode of The Growth Addicts Podcast, I’m diving into my own journey of pivoting and evolving as a small business owner over the last decade. From my early days in small business as a wedding florist to how that changed to brand photography to exploring and expanding into new areas still. I'll share the twists, turns, and insights I’ve gained along the way. Whether you’re feeling the itch to pivot or simply curious about adding new layers to your business, this episode is here to encourage, support, and remind...2024-11-1831 minSmall Business Growth AddictsEmbracing the Multi-Hyphenate Career: Insights for Small Business Owners with Vary TruesdaleSend us a textIn this episode of The Growth Addicts Podcast, we dive into the world of the "multi-hyphenate" career with special guest Vary Truesdale. With a career that spans multiple skills and professions, Vary shares her journey and the benefits of embracing a multi-passionate path. Discover how working across various disciplines can unlock new opportunities, keep your business adaptable, and perhaps most importantly, bring personal fulfillment. If you're a small business owner curious about balancing various interests or seeking inspiration for a more flexible approach to your career, this episode is packed with valuable insights...2024-11-041h 05Small Business Growth AddictsFirst Impressions Matter: How Outdated Content Can Drive Customers AwaySend us a textWelcome to episode 12 of The Growth Addicts Podcast!Today I respond to and expand on a recent post I made on Instagram and Threads. In this post I suggested that if I landed on your small business Instagram page and there hadn’t been a post for weeks or months, with no explanation, I would presume you were closed. This post caused quite the stir, especially amongst fellow small business owners on threads, so I’ve embraced the opportunity to talk a bit more about the necessity of a cur...2024-10-2121 minSmall Business Growth AddictsRecognising and Avoiding Burnout in Your Small BusinessSend us a textChronic stress aka burnout is a real problem amongst small business owners in 2024 and we need to talk about it.Join me for episode 11 of Growth Addicts with my guest Lauren Young Psychotherapist at The Burnout Therapist.Lauren knows all too well how burnout can affect small business owners and so today we talk about how to recognise the signs of burnout and importantly, how to avoid it.Lauren can be found on Instagram @the.burnout.therapistor website www.theburnouttherapist.co.uk2024-10-071h 00