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modelmeS2E11: Overcoming Body Dysmorphia (My Story & The Reason I Started modelme)Struggling with Body Image? Natasha’s story will inspire you.In this episode, Natasha opens up about her battle with body dysmorphia - an experience that ultimately led her to create modelme, a platform dedicated to helping women navigate body image struggles.She shares the raw realities of launching a business, the obstacles she faced, and the persistence required to turn a vision into reality. If you've ever struggled with self-image or the challenges of starting something from scratch, this conversation is for you.⚠ Trigger Warning: This episode discusses body dysmorphia and body image issues.We would love to hear...
2025-03-0546 minmodelme
modelmeS2E10: Reflecting on 2024Take a trip into the journey of what 2024 looked like us at modelme! We launched new products and services this year & tried lots of exciting new styles of events. Natasha shares vulnerably about the real journey of a start-up founder, and highlights some favourite moments and testimonies from 2024. Thank you for all the ways you've connected with us this year! 💕 We are so excited to journey further and deeper with you in 2025! Links mentioned: Our On Demand Platform: www.modelmemission.com Vision Board and Dating Workshops: www.modelmemission.com Interested in Corporate Events Chapters ...
2025-01-0253 minmodelme
modelmeS2E9: Challenging Seasons, Community and Letting GoTune in to episode 9 of the modelme podcast with founder Natasha Minter as we explore how challenging seasons of adversity can shape and strengthen your character. Together, we delve into the power of community—acknowledging its messiness while celebrating its essential role in our lives. We also take a thoughtful look at reflecting on 2024, identifying what to let go of, and setting meaningful priorities for 2025. If you're watching the podcast, keep an eye out for the reflective questions we’ve included on screen. We encourage you to take time to really sit with these ques...
2024-11-2934 minmodelme
modelmeS2E8: Style and Identity, with Harriee McClatcheyJoin modelme founder Natasha with Certified Style Coach Harriee McClatchey, where we explore how personal style and self expression is shaped by our identity and confidence. From the impact of relationships and body image on style, to the importance of a personal brand, we discuss how dressing consciously affects how we see ourselves and how others see us. We also touch on style coaching, outfit repeating, and finding peace in the chaos of life.  Our website: modelmemission.com Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/model_me/ Our p...
2024-11-1558 minmodelme
modelmeS2E7: Check your Circle (People, Places, and Projections)Join our founder of modelme Natasha for one of her favourite principles to discuss and dive deep on: check your circle. Natasha has (tried to) live her life based off this principle for the last few years - since she heard it in 2019 it has massively influenced her decisions. When you consider the vision for your life and where you want to go, the decisions you make today impact that vision. Checking your circle is something you can do daily, to help you stay on the path you are called to. Check your circle is broken into 3...
2024-10-2331 minThe Student Guide On ... With ... (Pick Up The Mic)
The Student Guide On ... With ... (Pick Up The Mic)Embracing Authenticity, Rest, and Creativity Insights from Natasha Minter | The Student GuideSend us a textIn this enriching episode of The Student Guide Podcast Season 7 welcomes Natasha Minter, Founder and Creator of ModelMe, who shares her journey from fashion modeling to well-being advocacy. Natasha discusses the creation of brave spaces, importance of mentorship, and Model Me's new initiatives like mentoring and on-demand workshops. Joining the conversation, intern Josh emphasises self-awareness and staying true to oneself amid societal pressures. The episode delves into mental health, balancing professional and personal lives, and the power of rest and creativity, drawing inspiration from books like 'The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry' by John...
2024-10-091h 42modelme
modelmeS2E6: Celibacy, Taking Risks, & Forgiveness.The modelme podcast is back! Join me, Natasha Minter (founder of modelme) as I discuss what's been challenging my thoughts lately, how becoming celibate changed my life forever! And the reality of being a startup founder and launching new products.  Follow modelme:  Instagram Tiktok Follow Natasha: Instagram Tiktok Tickets for Pilates Event in September Sign up to join the guestlist for our "Antidote to Anxiety" event Join our identity CO...
2024-08-1943 minmodelme
modelmeS2E5: 3 things that will change your life in 2024!In this episode Natasha breaks down 3 key things that will change your life in 2024... She will be discussing: 1. The power of self discipline - in your finances, your work, and your well-being 2. Seeking out relationship and why you can't do this life alone 3. Watching what you say and the power of your words! Join us in March for one of our online or in-person events through our website: www.modelmemission.co.uk Events in March: Monday 4th - International Women's Day Confidence and Authenticity (Online) Tuesday 5th - Pilates and Purpose (Piccadilly Circus, London) Sunday 10th - Walk and...
2024-02-2246 minmodelme
modelmeS2E4: Avoid burnout in 2024Happy New Year! We are so excited to bring this episode to you! Burnout is something you can avoid completely; at modelme we want to equip you with the tools to help you with every aspect of your mental and physical health; and as begin 2024, knowing our red flags for burnout and how burnout affects your career and personal life is essential. Join us to learn how being intentional about your well-being can help you escape burnout altogether in 2024! Connect with us: Our next event Our Website
2024-01-0542 minmodelme
modelmeSeason 2, E1: The most authentic version of youWe are back with our modelme podcast! Modelme: the most authentic version of you. A heads up: this podcast discusses body dysmorphia and the beginning journey of modelme. An introduction to modelme, our values and affirmations, why you need to check your circle and check the content you consume, and some questions around a mid-year check in: are you where you thought you would be? modelmemission.com Instagram @model_me Tiktok @modelme_
2023-11-2037 minmodelme
modelmeS2E3: How your thoughts and emotions are holding you backJoin founder of modelme Natasha Minter for a conversation on managing your emotions and thoughts. It all begins with a thought! When you can learn to navigate what you are thinking about, it is the beginning of a journey of improving who you are. modelme is all about helping you be the most authentic you; if don't know who you are, how do you know what's possible for your life? modelmemission.com Instagram Tiktok YouTube Chapters 00:00 intro 1:33 how your emotions can derail you 3:18 the highs and the lows 6:24 check what you’re listening to 7:47 why I...
2023-11-2046 minmodelme
modelmeS2E2: What were you made for?Understanding what you think about yourself and how it can affect what you believe is possible for your life. What is your identity in? If you take away your job title, what identifies you? Who are the people you hang around, and are you aware of the impact they have on you? Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/model_me/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modelme_ modelmemission.com
2023-09-2046 minAre We Okay?
Are We Okay?#8 Building a Community for Creatives with Natasha MinterNatasha Minter is the founder of modelme, a community for creatives to learn business skills, network with other creatives and support their mental health. Natasha is passionate about creating a space for creatives to learn from and support each other, feeding off her experiences as a model and the problems that she saw within the creative industries. We discussed so much in this episode, from identity and how we define it; our experiences of creative industries and how we can continue to build support for creatives Follow  Natasha @natashaminter Modelme @model_me Are We Okay? @areweokaypod Olivia @olivia.moyles Jemimah @j...
2021-05-191h 05modelme
modelmeEpisode 27: Esther Knight Co-founder + CEO at FanfareIn Summer, Evelina Eco + I sat down (over zoom!) with Esther Knight, co-founder of CEO of sustainable fashion brand Fanfare.  We covered so many different topics... from being a woman in business, her choice to partner with the charity A21 (on a mission to abolish modern day slavery), what it's really like to run a sustainable business, educating her employees + partners on sustainability, and we cover the question; Is collaboration possible in an industry known for its competitiveness? - breaking down how sustainability fights against the competitive nature that the fashion industry has inhabited for so many y...
2020-11-271h 05modelme
modelmeEpisode 27: Little PlacesWhile in the London lockdown we interviewed the founders of the brand Little Places - "a platform to discover the best independent places and brands in London." We filmed this over zoom, while quarantining!  We spoke to founders, Kyra + Jason, about how Little Places came about + why it exists today. Be sure to check out their beautiful site and instagram - they create some gorgeous content! https://www.littleplaces.london/ Instagram
2020-10-211h 00modelme
modelmeEpisode 26: Inspiration + Creating a Vision with Josiah Hyacinththis episode is taken exclusively from our modelme webinar!  with Creative Director, Photographer, and Founder of TRIB318, Josiah Hyacinth.  we have launched an educational platform to help creatives be the best version of themselves. you can check it out through our site: www.modelmemission.co.uk  this webinar covers: why you should start a business finding a gap in the market growing a community creating a company getting out of an inspiration block
2020-08-1025 minmodelme
modelmeEpisode 25: Founders of STEP NOWSTEP NOW is ran by 5 absolutely wonderful humans who I’ve just loved knowing in this short period of time that we have been introduced. Ray, Solomon, Princess, Godwin + Tony are the guys (and girl!) behind STEP NOW, an organisation that supports young people with finance, careers, family + friends, their physical + mental health. I sat down with 4 of the team and really got to understand why STEP NOW was created, how the business supports young people on a day to day basis, how Princess finds working with 4 men(!), + how the current situation with coronavirus has affected a bu...
2020-05-121h 23modelme
modelmeEpisode 24: Sam, Tiago + Dan, Founders of Common PurposeI first the met the Common Purpose guys (Sam, Tiago and Dan) during working at my part time job! We were friendly and spoke about all things in life - apart from our careers - for a while - until one day I asked what their logo was on their sweaters (this is why I think branded clothing is such a good idea! We still need to do that at modelme...)  When we spoke more about what Common Purpose was - which is a boutique personal training service - we quickly realised how aligned we were as b...
2020-05-071h 18modelme
modelmeEpisode 23: CEO of SABINNA, Sabinna RachimovaSabinna Rachimova is the founder + CEO of ethical fashion brand, SABINNA. I recently was introduced to Sabinna through our friends at Own-Kind, and in the weeks before lockdown in the UK we worked together in many different ways - Fran Quendler (Head of PR + Communications at SABINNA) spoke on our Clothes Swap + Sustainability Talks panel, I featured on their podcast "Connecting People", and I also dipped my toe back into modelling to shoot their lookbook.  Sabinna is a brand that I've really been inspired by lately, mainly because of the fact they are so m...
2020-04-291h 00modelme
modelmeEpisode 22: Founder of By Rotation, Eshita Kabra DaviesEshita Kabra Davies is the incredibly inspirational Founder of By Rotation, UK's first and only fashion rental app where you can rent and lend your wardrobe. I sat with Eshita over zoom (embracing the isolation period!) and discussed the idea behind By Rotation, what it’s like to work with your husband, how she makes sure all areas of culture and diversity are covered through her talented team, and what COVID-19 means for businesses like hers. I left the podcast feeling super encouraged and truly inspired by Eshita’s thoughts and actions. The way brands and people are responding to s...
2020-04-0753 minmodelme
modelmeEpisode 21: CEO of PURSU, Sanjay SoniThis weeks edition of the podcast brings the very humble, inspiring and innovative Sanjay Soni, CEO + founder of PURSU. PURSU is an energy bar that Sanjay created himself in his kitchen at home (full story on the podcast!). Sanjay has been so supportive of Model Me ever since we were introduced in Summer, PURSU is quite different to other snack bars for me - and at Model Me I'm passionate about using brands that are different; that stand out from other things on the market. What I love most about Sanjay is not just the innovation behind...
2019-12-0848 minmodelme
modelmeEpisode 20: Producer Tony Longe - The Power of Money, A Story of PeopleTony Longe is someone I met at the beginning of the year, through one of my actor friends, and Tony is someone we should all be watching. I knew that since the day I met him. There aren’t many people who operate like this man - which make him even more exciting to be around and witness his moves. Tony acts with a level of discipline and ambition that I personally believe is rare in today’s world - he works harder than most but also is one of the most humble men I’ve met. An incredibly talent...
2019-11-111h 02modelme
modelmeEpisode 19: Wellness Workshop (Live Recording from Event)Get Ready!!!  Recently Model Me held 10 events over 5 days - our Be Prepared by Model Me event. We did 4 workshops (wellness, confidence, nutrition and practical modelling skills), a sustainability panel talk with Shaunie Brett, and 5 fitness events at various boutique gyms around London (Core Collective, BLOK, Victus Soul and ROWBOTS). The aim of this 5 day event was to prepare creatives for a particularly busy period in their lives - in this instance we wanted to focus on preparing models for the upcoming London Fashion Week.  This podcast here is a live recording from our Wellness Wo...
2019-10-071h 17modelme
modelmeEpisode 18: CEO of HUEL, James McMasterWell!!! What an exciting podcast to deliver to you!  Huel have been so massively supportive of Model Me since April - when we began our goodie bags - one of the brands I called a "Day One-er". James McMaster is CEO of Huel, who I met personally in Soho, which is how our relationship with Huel began. Huel's growth has been nothing short of amazing and scary to witness! They have SKY-ROCKETED in the last couple years, and yet are still such a young brand at truth, having just celebrated their 4th birthday. My personal f...
2019-08-1942 minmodelme
modelmeEpisode 17: OCEAN BOTTLE, Founders Will Pearson + Nick DomanHow can we more sustainable in our day to day life? Something I ask myself regularly - especially since we did our "Creating A Sustainable Lifestyle" Event on the 16th July at Red Bull. I really wanted to do a podcast with the incredibly innovative founders of Ocean Bottle as soon as I was introduced to them - we had Nick (co-founder and head of marketing) on the panel at our sustainability event too.  What I love about Ocean Bottle and why I feel aligned with them is because - like Model Me - they a...
2019-07-3131 minmodelme
modelmeEpisode 16: How to Grow Your Business as a Creative (Live Recording from Event)Live recording from our Model Me event that we did on Monday 20th May, at The Curtain in Shoreditch, London. TOPIC:  How to grow your business as a creative How to know and value your worth Why using social media for engagement not followers should be the key driver What is the definition of luxury? What is the definition of success? SPEAKERS: Eli Ankutse Rebecca Abraham Nas Abraham  Ou...
2019-07-181h 48modelme
modelmeEpisode 15: Creative Entrepreneur, Chiko ShireThis week's guest is one of those people that you meet and think... what can't you do?! And if he can't do it, let me tell you, he sure will know someone well, that does.  Chiko Shire is part of the collective that I mentioned a few weeks ago, that has massively inspired the Model Me journey. Cousins with Chen, who's podcast you can listen to here, Chiko is also a creative entrepreneur, who is influential entrepreneur in many areas of many industries - mainly fashion, marketing, music and art. He is the founder and director of A...
2019-06-2637 minmodelme
modelmeEpisode 14: Fashion Sustainability Consultant, Shaunie BrettShaunie Brett is a name we will remember. This is the woman who's giving up buying clothes FOR A WHOLE YEAR! Now, that doesn't sound that hard, right? But when you really think about it. When you think about the mindless shopping trips and the casual buys, just because, it suddenly starts to dawn... Shaunie Brett was a stylist, who grew her career at Thread, and now recently has changed paths massively in the fashion industry - now a Fashion Sustainability Consultant. Not a term that's very common (yet!).  In this week's...
2019-06-1239 minmodelme
modelmeEpisode 13: PULSITOS, Founders Sean + Laura MorrisonSo if you’ve been to a Model Me event, or been watching and following our Instagram, you’ll know or of see one of our awesome partners, PULSITOS.  PULSITOS was found by couple Sean + Laura, originally from the UK but now living in Barcelona.  We dive into the real behind the scenes of what it’s like to build a food product from the ground up, the real nitty gritty of creating a food product that is tasty AND good for the environment, and figuring out how to make it a snack that EVERYONE can eat…...
2019-06-041h 15modelme
modelmeEpisode 12: Producer, DJ + Event Curator, ChennessyToday's podcast is with someone who has truly inspired the Model Me journey. I think I'm gonna share the back story!!  When I first met Chen Shire, who also goes by the name Chennessy (particularly in the music world), it was alongside meeting some other wonderful humans too - Swarzy Macaly, Chiko Shire, David Ajukobe, Ben Hurst, Ola Christian... - who I actually first found out about through Julian Knxx, a poet and creative director. I met Julian with two other very talented humans - one who I've been blessed enough to work with - D...
2019-05-2742 minmodelme
modelmeEpisode 11: LIVE EVENT _ Trending: Now + Next at Kalifornia KitchenThe audio for this episode is taken from the Model Me event we did at Kalifornia Kitchen, on the 28th April 2019! We had so much fun at this event - it was awesome hosting at Kalifornia Kitchen with some delicious plant based brunch after our insightful, inspiring panel.  We covered how our panelists juggle their multi-careers, what they are most inspired by and how they feel they differ from others, or perhaps who the world likes to pin them up against... Our panelists were: Max Oppenheim - photographer, creative director and c...
2019-05-1957 minmodelme
modelmeEpisode 10: Finding a Place of SolaceFIrst let me tell you the story of how I met the fascinating Ngoni.  Ngoni is the founder and creative director of her own brand, We Are Kin. Ngoni and I met last year in Holborn, and I have followed and admired her journey since. It was amazing to finally get the chance to sit down and pick her brain! On all things designer in today's world, the standards she has set not just for herself but her brand too, and how becoming sustainable is a trend that is not just growing, but staying too.  Yo...
2019-05-0752 minmodelme
modelmeEpisode 9: Behind the Building BLOK'sThis week's guest is a HUGE part of Model Me! We have co-founder + director of BLOK, who is also an incredibly talented photographer - Max Oppenheim.  Max is featuring on the Model Me Panel - for our "TRENDING: NOW + NEXT" event this Sunday @ Kalifornia Kitchen - for more info click here. BLOK has been a huge inspiration to me personally, because every class I've ever done at BLOK has been nothing short of extremely empowering. The staff at the front reception are always so welcoming + friendly, it makes me look forward to just w...
2019-04-221h 16modelme
modelmeEpisode 8: Perfection is a Flawed Idea to Chase, with Entrepreneur Leonard Sekyonda⚡ T H E  P O D C A S T  I S  B A C K ! ⚡ This episode in itself shares exactly why it's important to stay consistent in today's world with our projects - I've had so much people ask me when the podcast will return and for my own reasons, I have waited patiently for the right time to relaunch this Model Me Podcast!  We now run regular events in London so check out website or Instagram for more info! (and listed below)  This week's guest is Leonard Sekyonda...
2019-04-151h 01modelme
modelmeEpisode 7: The VSFS 2018 & Diversity in FashionBringing you something totally new!! I decided it would be not only a lot of fun, but something different to bring to the Model Me audience, if my wonderful friend Jordan Alexandra and I did a podcast together, reflecting on the current happenings in the creative industry. Jordan is a super talented model and actress, we are so similar in the ways of being women that are confident in themselves & don't bring other women down, and both have what people call a weirdly positive outlook on life. However, we are two different humans which makes us, completely different! So our...
2018-12-141h 07modelme
modelmeEpisode 6: Turning Pain Into PowerWOW! This episode is with the INCREDIBLE Dumi Siwo. Dumi's story is... one of the most inspiring I've ever heard, and that is something I don't say lightly. From growing up in Zambia until he was 13, experiencing the most traumatic experiences - Dumi shares exclusively on this podcast what it was like to come to the UK and if it was anything like he imagined. Dumi shares how watching TV in Zambia was a gift - and was prepared for the same way we would go to watch a Michael Jackson concert - TV was scarce in Zambia, not everyone...
2018-11-261h 13modelme
modelmeEpisode 5: Director + Founder of Model Me _ Natasha MinterThis time we have the amazing Valerie Ribon, previous guest on the Model Me Podcast, interviewing director & founder of Model Me - Me! Natasha Minter, for her podcast, Girl A La Mode. This interview was so fun for me to do and the reason I wanted to share it on the Model Me Podcast is because I feel it allows you all to really understand me better and why Model Me is such an important mission to me! Not only did I cover how I got scouted & started modelling, but also the inspiration behind the online health project that I...
2018-10-241h 02modelme
modelmeEpisode 4: Musician, Producer, Singer & Writer from Las VegasThis Model Me Pod features the insanely multi-talented Cedric Robinson Knight, from Las Vegas. Cedric is an artist of many sorts; musician, writer, producer, singer and photographer... Cedric "loves putting on a show", he is a born performer! He's been working on his crafts ever since he was young, and one thing he would love to do is inspire others to get out there and work hard on creating their own craft. Once I met Cedric in Vegas, in April 2018, I knew that it would be great to have him on the podcast. For me it's always very important to...
2018-10-2041 minmodelme
modelmeEpisode 3: Losing Who You Are & Burning Bridges in the Modelling IndustryThe next Model Me Pod is with the incredible Issy Knowles! Issy is now an actress & writer, she left the modelling industry 3 years ago after 5 years (age 15-20) as a model. She recently just took her first ever play to the fringe festival - entitled "Model Behaviour", sharing what the industry is really like. This interview was massively insightful to what it is really like to be a model - not just the good parts but the incredibly challenging parts too. Issy I am so thankful for your honesty and authenticity in this whole pod! Model Me is designed to...
2018-10-0939 minmodelme
modelmeEpisode 2: Modelling from 15 Years Old & What it Means to Be a Healthy ModelThis Model Me Pod dives into what life is like for Valerie Ribon, as a model starting out at 15, now based in NYC, fresh off New York Fashion Week. Valerie Ribon is a model from Sao Paulo, Brazil, and was raised in America. She now lives and works as a model in New York, and has her own blog where she covers wellness, top tips to being healthy including recipes, & also fashion & lifestyle. Model Me is designed to empower and educate models & creatives, the Model Me Pod is a place to learn and hear different insights from talented creatives from...
2018-09-2529 minmodelme
modelmeEpisode 1: The Modelling Industry In Las Vegas By Photographer Charlie VisualsCharlie Visuals is a photographer based in Las Vegas. Here, I (Natasha Minter) pick Charlie's brains on his inspiration to become a photographer, what it means for the modelling industry in Las Vegas, and why staying true to you is so important. Charlie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliev_rh/ www.modelmemission.com https://www.instagram.com/model_me/ https://www.facebook.com/modelmementor/
2018-06-1434 min