The Small & Supercharged Podcast
Episodes
Being an influencer, knowing your worth, getting paid and so much more with Alanna Clarke
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Alanna Clarke is a dressage rider, a law student, an influencer, and has one of the most amazing collections of saddlepads I've ever seen... and today...
Keep on running- through the wall and finishing the London Marathon with Ruth Chappell- part 2
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you listened to last week's podcast (and if you didn't, definitely do!), you will have heard part one of Ruth Chappell's London Marathon journey. T...
Running a marathon, dedication and pushing yourself with Ruth Chappell
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ruth Chappell is a friend of the podcast, the lady behind Dressage Anywhere, and she joins us on the podcast to talk all about her first completion of...
Connecting the rural world with podcasting with Ben Eagle
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Eagle is the host of Meet the Farmers and Rural Business Focus, and has just started a new business dedicated to helping others embrace podcasting...
What are your 'tribe' doing to you?
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard that quote that says you're the average of the five people you spend the most time with? It turns out that that number might be slightl...
The story of #flyingfeathers with Dani Waldman
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dani Waldman is an Olympian, a showjumper, and the lady who took the equestrian world (and beyond) by storm with her incredible feathers that 'flew' b...
Want to feature in the national press?
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever dreamt of seeing your name in the national press? Maybe a TV appearance? Or what about the radio? On this episode of the podcast, I talk...
The making of Mochara with founder Tara Keoshgerian
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mochara is a relatively young brand, launching just before Covid, but in that time, Tara and her team have made a big impression on the equestrian ind...
Would you take to the stage for your brand?
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Public speaking can be a great way to grow you personal brand, but it can also be great for any business brand as it helps to show you as a true exper...
Influencer life with Georgia Kavulok aka Lilpetchannel
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Georgia Kavulok is an equestrian influencer and content creator who grew 100k+ subscriber YouTube channel, 31k+ follower Instagram account and 84k+ Ti...
So... you want to go viral?
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whenever we share a piece of content, we want it to be seen by as many relevant people as possible, but going viral is another level, and that's what ...
IWD special- best tips and advice from 12 wonderful women
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today is International Women's Day, and what better way to celebrate than sharing 12 of the fabulous ladies in the Small & Supercharged Mastermind gro...
Where do you look for inspiration?
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Inspiration is a funny thing. It can appear in the most random of places and can lead to the most amazing things, can't it? A lot of the time, inspira...
How to supercharge your online security with Brian Chappell
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Chappell is a cyber security expert, having worked in the industry for many years, authored books, spoken at events, and worked with internation...
Is it all bad? In praise of social media...
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you noticed? Every time social media is mentioned in the news lately, it's for something bad, isn't it? This publicity then increases people's fe...
Social media ads 101 with Aggie Meroni from White Bee Digital
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Social media ads are here to stay. We all have the ability to place them, but that doesn't mean that the whole process isn't overwhelming. Particularl...
Comfort, stretch and danger- it's all about the zones
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are so many quotes that refer to comfort zones and how they're 'bad', and although I'd never say that, I do agree that the magic doesn't happen ...
All about Spoga Horse Creator Days with Kristina Sehr
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Spoga Horse is an equestrian trade show that happens in Germany in Cologne, and what's exciting is that this year's event also has an additional event...
Be careful with your awareness days...
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With this week being home to Blue Monday, it seemed like a good excuse to have a chat about the potential issues that come from using awareness days a...
Pandemic projects, dance trends, authenticity and more with Kieran Smith
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kieran Smith is an equestrian content creator, a TikTok star with over 200k followers, and I had the pleasure of chatting to him at Your Horse Live th...
8 ways to achieve your dreams in 2023
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Big title, hey? Well, it's 2023 and on the very first episode of the New Year I'm sharing eight tips to help you achieve your dreams in 2023. And spoi...
Tips, lessons and words to live by for 2023
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Twixmas episode of the Small & Supercharged Podcast. On this episode, I caught up with some members of the Small & Supercharged Masterm...
It's the final Podmas! With Zoe Kiff, Claire Williams, Jessica Thatcher and Becky Kew
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's the last Podmas for 2022, and I am so excited to be sharing some of the brilliant people from inside the Small & Supercharged Mastermind group wi...
It's Podmas #10! With Ruth Chappell and Donna Case
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back for 2022, and I am so excited to be sharing some of the brilliant people from inside the Small & Supercharged Mastermind group with you...
It's Podmas #9! With Carly O'Brien, Cathy Wright and Rachel Philpott
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back for 2022, and I am so excited to be sharing some of the brilliant people from inside the Small & Supercharged Mastermind group with you...
It's Podmas #8! With Liz Daniels, Maeve Sheridan and Hermione Perry
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back for 2022, and I am so excited to be sharing some of the brilliant people from inside the Small & Supercharged Mastermind group with you...
It's Podmas #7! With Amanda Marshall, Tracey Cole and Faye Harlequin
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back for 2022, and I am so excited to be sharing some of the brilliant people from inside the Small & Supercharged Mastermind group with you...
It's Podmas #6! With Kelly Ude-Martinez, Claire Barker & Louise Towl
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back for 2022, and I am so excited to be sharing some of the brilliant people from inside the Small & Supercharged Mastermind group with you...
It's Podmas #5! With Tracy Ormrod, Odette Insoll and Jess Gale
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back for 2022, and I am so excited to be sharing some of the brilliant people from inside the Small & Supercharged Mastermind group with you...
It's Podmas #4! With Diane Fisher and Liz Shepherd
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back for 2022, and I am so excited to be sharing some of the brilliant people from inside the Small & Supercharged Mastermind group with you...
It's Podmas #3! With Nicky Sutcliffe, Alyson Egan and Tiffany Lay
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back for 2022, and I am so excited to be sharing some of the brilliant people from inside the Small & Supercharged Mastermind group with you...
It's Podmas #2! With Jane Badger, Harriet Wallis, and Eleanor Lelliott
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back for 2022, and I am so excited to be sharing some of the brilliant people from inside the Small & Supercharged Mastermind group with you...
It's Podmas #1! With Sophie Sacco, Jane Brindley, and Louise Gillings!
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It might be the early November, but Podmas starts TODAY, and I am so excited to be sharing some of the brilliant people from inside the Small & Superc...
Podmas, Small Business Saturday, Your Horse Live and lots more!
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If a podcast could be a newsletter, this is the one! As we start Podmas next week (eek!), I wanted to share a bit about that with you, and when I star...
Finding a way, not an excuse, with para showjumper Evie Toombes
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Evie Toombes is a truly inspiring equestrian. Not only does she showjump competitively and create really beautiful content, she's also tube fed 20 hou...
What's an influencer?
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The term influencer gets used a LOT, but do you know what one really is? What defines an influencer? Does the term get attributed to people with a cer...
Representation, changing the narrative, and winning the Magnolia Cup with Ashleigh Wicheard
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In 2022, Ashleigh Wicheard won the Markel Magnolia Cup. This fabulous charity horse race not only raised funds for a great cause- The Brilliant Breakf...
6 things you can do for Christmas right now
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Christmas really is coming. We're probably just days away from hearing Mariah or Slade on the radio... and yet some brands are very badly prepared for...
Have you heard about The National Equine Show?
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you haven't heard about The National Equine Show, you are in for a treat! Today I am joined by event director, Liz Ormesher, to talk all about this...
5 reasons to invest in yourself
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The media is full of negative news- there's no denying that- but even with all that's going on, today, I want to urge you to not skimp on investing in...
Health issues to handmade habits with Odette Insoll from Nouvelle Habit
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What do liver lacerations, curtains and waxed cotton have in common? Yes, it's Odette Insoll, the founder, creator and superstar behind Nouvelle Habit...
Is it all doom and gloom? (Spoiler alert... I don't think so)
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The news has been full of doom and gloom of late- from the challenging costs of diesel and petrol alongside rising costs of food and more of now, to i...
Safety and standards with BETA's Claire Williams
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The second Summer of Safety podcast with the British Equestrian Trade Association is here, and today we're chatting all about safety (obviously!), sta...
Putting safety in focus with Claire Williams from BETA
17 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The British Equestrian Trade Association's second Summer of Safety is in full swing. With lots of fabulous lives, content, competitions and informatio...
Really easy Reels
10 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Reels have been in the social media news a lot of late, and whilst many people like watching them, creating them can be a bit of a time consuming chor...
#ad #spon #aff ... let's talk labels
03 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Oh, this is one of the most requested podcasts, so I am delighted to be able to bring you a podcast all about labelling your sponsored/gifted/affiliat...
Copy editing, proof reading and publishing with Ruth Chappell
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You might know Ruth Chappell as the lady behind Dressage Anywhere, but she is a lady of many talents, and her previous life in publishing has helped m...
All about THE book
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Small & Supercharged: Small steps to supercharge your brand on a budget THE BOOK, is available now. And I'm going to tell you all about how it came t...
Bringing girl power to the equestrian space with Equitas
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Equitas is more than a brand, it's a movement, created to empower, support and help women thrive and grow in the equine industry. Equitas is run by fo...
Are you a pinner?!
06 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you pin? You might pin on Facebook, but did you know that you can also pin on Instagram too? This fairly new addition to Instagram's functionality ...
Winning medals, OBEs and ableism with Natasha Baker OBE
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Natasha Baker OBE is well known for her riding prowess, having brought home medals on her debut appearance at any Paralympics in London 2012, somethin...
How to pick the platforms for you
22 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It can be incredibly overwhelming to work out where you should be on social media. There's Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Twitter, LinkedIn, Y...
All about Bolesworth with Nina Barbour
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Dodson & Horrell Bolesworth International Horse Show is just two weeks away, so what better time to catch up with Nina Barbour to talk about all t...
#SheMeansBusiness - Getting Creative: Build Your Brand
08 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As you may or may not know, I'm a #SheMeansBusiness Accredited Trainer. This is a programme run by Meta and powered by Enterprise Nation in the UK and...
Riding the highs and lows of social media with Ray the Goth
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Rachael aka Ray the Goth has grown a sizeable social media following on both Instagram (22.7k) and YouTube (16.1k). Despite some amazing brand partner...
Why riders NEED social media
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I'm a *bit* passionate about this one. If you're looking to grow a brand or a business in any sphere, in 2022, social media is an essential part of th...
Confidence, community and lots of laughs with EquiTeam
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lou Gillings, Liz Daniels and Liz Somerville, aka EquiTeam, join me on today's podcast to chat all about confidence, growing an online membership grou...
How to ask for testimonials
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all know that testimonials, reviews and endorsements are important to what we do - whether we're a product based business, a service provider, or a...
Training dogs, people, llamas and pigs with Sue Williams from The Canine Centre
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sue Williams is an incredible animal trainer... not just a dog trainer, president of the Guild of Dog Trainers, a professional behaviour consultant, T...
What have I learnt from 200 episodes?
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can you believe that it's the 200th episode of the Small & Supercharged Podcast?! Since it launched, it's won an award, had close on 200k downloads, h...
Femme Country and fashion weeks with Bronte Clare Mitchell
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bronte Clare Mitchell started Femme Magazine at a time when print magazines were seeing significant drops in circulation. But with a very clear focus ...
Are press releases dead?
13 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are press releases dead? It's a question I get asked a fair amount, and while the short answer is no, the longer answer is more a 'no... as long as......
From fur pom poms to full on Foxy with Foxy Equestrian founder Sophie Sacco
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Foxy Equestrian started life thanks to a fur pom pom that the founder, Sophie Sacco, created at her dining room table! Having a passion for horses her...
5 questions to ask a brand ambassador
30 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you decide who to have as a brand ambassador for your brand? And if you're an influencer, how do you pitch to a brand when it comes to working ...
Behind the Golden Ticket giveaway with Laura Szuca from Equilibrium Products
23 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard about Equilibrium Products' Golden Ticket giveaway? Well, in addition to chatting all about Equilibrium Products, new products, safety ...
7 content tweaks you need to do!
16 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all know that repurposing content is a great idea. Not only does it make all the content that you create work harder and give it more chance of bei...
Recycling, repairing, and creating really sustainable products with Danielle Reynolds from DVR Equestrian
09 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
DVR Equestrian started life as a kickstarter campaign and has since produced incredible, technical clothes made sustainably, as founder Danielle Reyno...
5 ways to collaborate with brands (whoever you are!)
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Collaborations are a great way to promote your brand and grow your audience, and there are LOADS of ways that you can collaborate with brands, whether...
Making money while you sleep and life changing events with Lucy Griffiths
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Making money while you sleep aka passive income isn't just a dream, in fact, many people can use their skills and knowledge to provide education and s...
Should you join a membership?
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Membership groups have continued to grow in popularity over recent years, and it's easy to see why. In addition to getting valuable training, the righ...
Innovation, design, and growing Aztec Diamond with Jordan McCabe
09 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Aztec Diamond is a young brand that has made a huge impact on the equestrian industry since it launched in 2014, thanks to founder, Jordan McCabe, and...
Is it all about the money?
02 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What does success look like to you? Is it all about the money, or is it about something else? In this episode of the Small & Supercharged Podcast, I t...
Para dressage, raising awareness and achieving dream with Zoe Squirrell
26 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What do you take for granted in your equestrian life? Being able to see your horse when you like? Being able to get off your horse whenever you like? ...
Do you say no enough?
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When you say 'no', how does it make you feel? For many of us, saying no to opportunities, to work, can fill us with fear from all sorts of angles, and...
How to record better videos for social media in 2022
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a while since I recorded an interview with someone in person, but on today's episode I'm joined by my video and podcast editor (who's also m...
What 2021 has taught me...
05 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I don't know about you, but I feel like 2021 has been a long learning experience, do you feel like that? It's taught me a lot- and I'm very grateful f...
Instagram Promotions in 5 Steps #SheMeansBusiness
29 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ohhh- this is a bit different, but I am excited to share this with you! Today, I'm talking you through how to create an Instagram promotion in five ea...
Podmas #17 all about beef boxes, lockdown businesses and supporting British farming with Jacks Watts from Perrinpit Farm
24 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's our final Podmas of 2021, and we're ending with the fabulous Jacks Watts from Perrinpit Farm. Jacks shares how she started providing beef boxes ...
Podmas #16 all about Rider Clinics, reporting injuries, dressage goals and staying safe with Dr Diane Fisher aka All The King's Horses
23 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back- and today, we're joined by Dr Diane Fisher aka All The King's Horses. Dr Di is a trauma consultant, Chief Medical Officer of the Briti...
Podmas #15 all about mug cakes, simple suppers and stove topped brownies with Eleanor Lelliott from SpiceMule
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back- and today, we're joined by Eleanor Lelliott from SpiceMule. SpiceMule is a brilliant business that creates delicious mug cakes, spice ...
Podmas #14 all about festivals, friendship and four hooved friends with Thea and Heidi from HorseTribe and HorseFest
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back- and today, we're joined by Thea and Heidi from HorseTribe and HorseFest. HorseFest's first in person event was due to happen in 2021, ...
Podmas #13 all about hats, headbands, and hate free equestrian social media with Rebecca Ellis from Digital Horse and Equi-Light
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back- and today, we're joined by Rebecca Ellis from Digital Horse and Equi-Light Digital Horse is the social media platform for equestrians ...
Podmas #12 all about fowl (well, turkeys!) and finance with Jade Stock from Out & About Poultry and Mortimer Rose Wealth Management
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back- and today, we're joined by Jade Stock from Out And About Poultry and Mortimer Rose Wealth Management. Jade is known as 'The Turkey Lad...
Podmas #11 all about pilates, pregnancy and post natal fitness for riders with Louise Towl from Ready To Ride Physio
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back- and today, we're joined by Louise Towl from Ready To Ride Physio. Louise has moved a lot of her business online over recent months, an...
Podmas #10 all about donkeys, dirt and designs for outdoor ladies, with Amanda Marshall from 3 Donkeys Clothing
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back- and today, we're joined by Amanda Marshall from 3 Donkeys Clothing. Amanda created the 3 Donkeys 2-into-1 coverall design to make life...
Podmas #9 all about saddles, sparkle and showers with Poppy Webber from Peewee Saddlery & Hippo Horse Showers
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back- and today, we're joined by Poppy Webber from Peewee Saddlery and Hippo Horse Showers Poppy has brought saddle fitting and saddle fitti...
Podmas #8 all about bringing colour and pattern to the dressage world with Becky Kew from Q Dressage
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back- and today, we're joined by Becky Kew from Q Dressage. Becky chats all about why she started Q Dressage and her desire to bring pattern...
Podmas #7 all about drawing horses and amazing products with Emily Cole Illustrations
10 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back- and today, we're joined by Emily Cole from Emily Cole Illustrations. Emily's cartoon horses have been entertaining many (many) equestr...
Podmas #6 all about riding skirts with Odette Insoll from Nouvelle Habit
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back- and today, we're joined by Odette Insoll from Nouvelle Habit. Odette started her business in 2020, to solve the problem of getting wet...
Podmas #5 all about jousting, horse archery and gifts with Kelly Ude-Martinez from The Knights of Middle England
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back- and today, we're joined by Kelly Ude-Martinez from The Knights of Middle England. Kelly is one of The Knights of Middle England and he...
Podmas #4 all about outdoor skincare and gorgeous treats from Claire Barker of Barker & Sloane
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back- and today, we're joined by Claire Barker from Barker & Sloane. Claire specialises in luxury skincare formulated for outdoor skin, and ...
Podmas #3 all about eco-friendly horse care and equestrian kit with Zoe Kiff from Honest Riders
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back- and today, we're joined by Zoe Kiff from Honest Riders and Honest Horse. Zoe has recently released a new collection of stunning equest...
Podmas #2 all about heavy horses with Mike Huddart
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back- and today, we're joined by Mike Huddart from Huddart Heavy Horses. Mike is passionate about heavy horses, since his parents bought a S...
Podmas #1 all about pony books with Jane Badger
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Podmas is back- and today, we're joined by Jane Badger from Jane Badger Books. Jane publishes horse and pony fiction- new books and classics alike- pe...
Getting your mind(set) on side with NLP and Tracey Cole
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Over the last couple of years, there's been a real surge in awareness around mindset and how it can impact everything you do. In fact, I did my NLP Pr...
Behind the mask... why authenticity matters
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Authenticity is a word we all hear a lot when it comes to social media- but is it just a buzzword? I don't think so. In fact, I think it's essential f...
Donkeys and designs with Amanda Marshall from 3 Donkeys Clothing
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
3 Donkeys clothing is well known for its brilliant 2-into-1 coveralls, but did you know that founder, Amanda Marshall, had the idea many years ago? It...
You've got Links!
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, Instagram announced that Links on Stories would now be available to everyone. Previously, people with 10k plus followers had access to this...
Making you part of the brand, with Samantha Brooke from Waring Brooke
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Waring Brooke is a young British knitwear brand, founded by Samatha Brooke, that has become a firm favourite in recent years. But Waring Brooke is far...
Do you enjoy public speaking?
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The thought of public speaking strikes fear into the heart of many a brave business owner... and I was the same until a few years ago. But in just two...