Successful AF Pod
Episodes
When Your Doctor Won't Listen: Risa August on Brain Tumours, Radical Reinvention, and What Success Really Feels Like
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if you spent seven years knowing something was wrong with your body — and every doctor told you nothing was?Risa August is a two-time Ironman a...
From Invisible to Unstoppable: Building a Business That Heals with Marcella from On A Sew
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Marcella spent years feeling invisible—so she built a business where everyone is seen, heard, and valued.Marcella's story is one you'll wa...
Breaking Cultural Expectations: From the Singapore Dream to Strategy Consulting - Clara Ho
18 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Clara Ho crossed international borders with a passport every day just to get to school. Six hours round trip on the worst days. She was raised on the ...
Accessible Yoga for All Bodies: From Moving to London Alone to Building a Thriving Yoga Business - Maria Peace Yoga
04 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Maria Caballero moved to London in 2013 with a thousand euros in cash, one friend, and a vision. She walked down Regent Street handing out CVs to ever...
Career Burnout to Business Success: Building Sustainable Growth Without Sacrifice - Charlotte Brown
07 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Love this episode? Hit subscribe and leave us a review! And if you know someone who's redefining success on their own terms, nominate them at suc...
Redefining Success: From Corporate Ladder to Life on Your Terms - Abi Schoenheimer
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does success really mean when you've climbed the ladder but still feel unfulfilled? In this raw and honest conversation, Jess West sits down...
From Medical Doctor to Cacao Entrepreneur: Finding Success Through Self-Connection with Dr Ifey Ihonor of 8Within
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trigger Warning: This episode contains mentions of suicide and self-harm. If you're struggling with these issues, please reach out to a trusted p...
Overcoming Burnout: From Teacher Burnout to Psychology Career - Lyndsey Gormley
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you realise success isn't about climbing the ladder, but about aligning your life with your values? In this Season 2 premiere,...
Courtrooms, Courage and Chasing Dreams - Charlotte de Wouters is Successful AF
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really mean to walk away from everything you've worked for to chase a dream that others don't understand?In this episode, Jess ...
Finding Calm in Chaos - from Rock Bottom to Radical Self-Responsibility - Katrina Burke is Successful AF
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of suicidal ideation, chronic illness, and sexual assault. Please take care of yourself while liste...
Non-Linear Career Path: From Self-Doubt to Change Management Success - Lauren Brighton
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Successful AF, host Jess West interviews Lauren Brighton, a London-based change manager whose non-linear career journey embraces be...
Holistic Health Approach: A GP's Guide to Wellness Without the Hype - Dr. Sonia Tsukagoshi
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Successful AF, host Jess West sits down with Dr. Sonia Tsukagoshi, a London GP and holistic health coach practising sustainable wel...
Career Resilience and Starting Over: From Romanian Architect to London Success - Lidia Teasca
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Successful AF, host Jess West reconnects with Lidia Teasca, an architect whose story of career resilience and starting over will le...
From Police Officer to Wellness Entrepreneur - Clare Muncey
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Successful AF, host Jess West interviews Clare Muncey, a former Metropolitan Police officer who made a dramatic career transition f...
Female Fitness Entrepreneur: Building a Strength Training Empire - Santina Philips
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode SummaryWhat if everything you've been told about business success is wrong?This week, host Jess West sits down with her longtime friend S...
Shedding Armour, Sabbaticals and Letting Faith Lead - Toto Lambert is Successful AF
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode SummaryWhat if the promotion you didn't get was actually the universe's way of setting you free?In this deeply moving episode, Jess ...
Creative Freelancer Success: From Dyslexia to Times Square - Photographer Lily West
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode SummaryThis week, Jess sits down with someone truly special - her sister Lily West, a creative entrepreneur and freelance photographer who&apo...
Career Change Confidence: Trusting Your Gut in Creative Industries - Chloe Hodge
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if everything you've been told about career success is completely wrong?In this inaugural episode of Successful AF, host Jess West sits down...
Ep 1: Trailer - Here's What You Can Expect From the Show
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Love this episode? Hit subscribe and leave us a review! And if you know someone who's redefining success on their own terms, nominate them at suc...