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Conversations of Inspiration

Conversations of Inspiration

By: Holly Tucker MBE
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 Conversations of Inspiration brings you life changing wisdom along with heartbreaking stories of resilience, tenacity and triumph. Since launching two small business marketplaces (Holly & Co and notonthehighstreet), Holly Tucker MBE has spoken with more than 200 founders, creatives and entrepreneurs on this podcast who have been vulnerable enough to share what it really took to get them where they are today, with warmth and wisdom. Prepare to be inspired.







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Episodes
  • S22 Ep1: Dame Zandra Rhodes: Building a legacy whilst defying convention

    S22 Ep1: Dame Zandra Rhodes: Building a legacy whilst defying convention
    Jun 9 2025
    What does it take to build a legacy that spans over six decades, dressing everyone from royalty to rock stars, while staying true to your unique, uncompromising vision?


    In this episode, Holly has a heartfelt conversation with the legendary Dame Zandra Rhodes, a beloved figure in the fashion world whose vibrant designs and bold spirit have made her an icon. From the swinging sixties to today, Zandra has gracefully pushed boundaries, embraced change, and navigated life's challenges with remarkable resilience. Her journey—from a creative childhood in Chatham, Kent, to dressing stars like Princess Diana, Freddie Mercury, and countless others—feels almost like a fairy tale. Along the way, Zandra has faced loss and battled cancer, yet she has always stayed true to herself.


    With her signature pink hair, unforgettable style, and a heart as bright as her designs, Zandra’s story is not only one of creativity but of strength, reinvention, and a deep belief in following her own path.


    This conversation is packed with Zandra’s wisdom she has learned throughout her extraordinary life. It’s a story that will leave you feeling inspired by a woman whose impact is as enduring as her iconic work and the beautiful legacy she continues to create.
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • S21 Ep10: Conversations of Inspiration: 2024 Year in Review

    S21 Ep10: Conversations of Inspiration: 2024 Year in Review
    Nov 18 2024
    As this year draws to a close, Holly reflects on one of the most transformational chapters of her life—a rollercoaster journey through 2024, filled with exhilarating highs, challenging lows, and moments of deep uncertainty. From the pressure of launching her marketplace under the spotlight to questioning whether she was right to take the leap again, Holly shares her raw and honest experiences navigating this pivotal year.

    Throughout the year, the Conversations of Inspiration podcast has been a source of grounding, wisdom, and reassurance. Across 210 episodes, Holly has been joined by incredible founders whose stories exemplify resilience, grit, and unrelenting determination. These conversations have profoundly shaped Holly's year, offering life-changing insights and sparking a deeper sense of purpose.

    From Lady Edwina, who highlighted the harsh realities facing women in prison, and Leslee Udwin, founder of Think Equal, who challenged education systems to break cycles of violence and discrimination. Debbie Wosskow, co-founder of AllBright, inspired Holly with her philosophy of graft, grace, and grit, while Helen Pankhurst shared her insights on perseverance and the collective power of women for change. Matt Pohlson, co-founder of Omaze, shared his mission to become the world’s biggest corporate donor to charity.

    Tune in for powerful stories of resilience, grit, and the drive to create meaningful change from these exceptional guests.
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • S21 Ep9: Defying the odds and empowering others to do the same with Ed Jackson, Broadcaster, Author and Co-founder of M2M Foundation & Lois Jackson, Coach and Co-founder of M2M

    S21 Ep9: Defying the odds and empowering others to do the same with Ed Jackson, Broadcaster, Author and Co-founder of M2M Foundation & Lois Jackson, Coach and Co-founder of M2M
    Nov 11 2024
    What do you do when life, as you know it, shatters in an instant?

    In this episode, Holly speaks with Ed and Lois Jackson and explores the profound and life-altering journey that they have been on. Once living a dream life filled with athletic success and endless opportunities, their world was turned upside down when Ed, a former professional rugby player, suffered a catastrophic accident that left him paralyzed.


    What followed was not only a physical battle to defy the odds and regain movement but a mental and emotional transformation for both Ed and Lois. Together, they’ve faced the unimaginable, and through grit, resilience, and love, they've found a new purpose, helping others overcome adversity and reframe their mental health in the process.


    This is a raw, inspiring story of how Ed and Lois have turned a tragedy into a mission to uplift, empower, and show that even in our darkest moments, there is light, hope, and a way forward. This conversation will challenge you to rethink what it means to face hardship and how when life doesn’t go as planned, we are truly capable of much more than we know.
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    1 hr and 11 mins
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