The Small & Supercharged Podcast

How to help support small businesses during Coronavirus

18 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This was not the podcast I had planned for today, but Coronavirus and the impact it's having on small businesses is already pretty extensive, so I swi...

The Kate Effect with Hicks & Brown

11 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Have you heard of 'the Kate Effect'? The one when the Duchess of Cambridge wears a garment or accessory from a brand and, overnight, their business ex...

You do you - why we need YOU

04 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever looked around at other people's social media and felt a little 'meh' about your own, this is for you. I think we can all, if we're hone...

What it's like to be trolled, with Sam Callahan

26 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

To most of us, trolls and their trolling ways are incredibly hard to understand - but for some people, like Sam Callahan, it's something he has to dea...

Content creation inspiration - how to generate ideas for your social, blogs and vlogs

19 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There's no doubt that with a blog, maybe a vlog and ALL the social media channels that we all have today, everyone needs to be generating more content...

Building brands from beliefs and creating for a good cause with Annabel Brocks

12 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Annabel Brocks is a lovely, luxury lifestyle brand best known for its reversible headwarmers, but what do you know about the lady behind it? Let me in...

How not to use and abuse User Generated Content...

05 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

User Generated Content (also known as UGC to its friends) has never been more popular on social media. For brands, using pictures their customers have...

Being a producer and influencer with Megan Elphick aka Elphick Event Ponies

29 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Megan Elphick, also known as Elphick Event Ponies, is a producer, an event rider, and also an influencer. With sizeable followings on YouTube and Inst...

Let's talk about trolls... internet trolls

22 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever had a troll? Not the kind that lives under a bridge, the other internet kind? I'm lucky that I've only had a couple of minor brushes wit...

How to start a magazine with Hollie-Ella from In The Country Magazine

15 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever considered starting a magazine? On today's Small & Supercharged Podcast I chat to Hollie-Ella, founder and editor of In The Country Maga...

When to unfollow or mute on social media

08 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I know this is a controversial one, but please know it comes to you from the right place. I'm looking out for you here. And sometimes, unfollowing or ...

The Law Of Attraction, goals for 2020, and how to stay on track with your social media in 2020 with Sophie Callahan

01 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

HAPPY NEW YEAR- actually, Happy new decade... and what a podcast I have for you today- it's with Sophie Callahan! Sophie is an equine portrait and equ...

I'm on the Small & Supercharged Podmas! And I'm being interviewed by Victoria Bodey! EEK!

24 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I can't believe this is the last Podmas! And what a 24 days it's been! In this episode of the Small & Supercharged Podmas I chat about highs and lows ...

Liz Somerville from Loch Leven Equine is on Small & Supercharged Podmas

23 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Liz Somerville is the Practice Manager and Managing Director at Loch Leven Equine Practice, a business she owns with her husband, vet Hugh Somerville....

Lindsay Robertson from Lindsay Robertson Photography is on Small & Supercharged Podmas

22 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay Robertson aka Lindsay Robertson Photography is an incredibly talented photographer who's well known for her equine and canine photography, but...

Lindsey McDean from The Animal Therapy Hub & The Ladies Countryside Community is on Podmas

21 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsey McDean is the lady behind The Ladies Countryside Community and is also one half of The Animal Therapy Hub. And she's on today's Podmas. In thi...

Sharon Howe from The Mulberry Tree At Home is on Small & Supercharged Podmas

20 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Sharon Howe is co-founder of The Mulberry Tree At Home, an equestrian and country lifestyle brand that grew from a desire to have beautifully designed...

Becky Wren is on the Small & Supercharged Podmas

19 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Becky Wren, also known as Country Bumpkin Chic, won this year's Countryside Blogger of the Year Award. And she's on today's Small & Supercharged Podma...

Amanda Marshall is on the Small & Supercharged Podmas Podcast!

18 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Amanda Marshall launched the 3 Donkeys brand in 2019 and, in less than a year, has really changed the ladies coverall scene for good! In this Small & ...

Jane Pike from Confident Rider is on the Small & Supercharged Podmas

17 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jane Pike from Confident Rider is a legend. Simple. But in case you haven't met her yet you are in for one heck of a treat! In this episode we chat ab...

Emma Batcheler from Hooves & Love is on Small & Supercharged Podmas

16 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Emma Batcheler is the lady behind equestrian gift brand Hooves & Love. This company not only provides a great collection of gift boxes filled with tre...

Amy Pridige from Muddy Mare is on the Small & Supercharged Podmas Podcast

15 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Amy Pridige from Muddy Mare talks about the new #horsemates collection designed to raise money for the Riding for the Disabled Association, bad Christ...

Melanie Clarihew from Mackenzie & George is on the Small & Supercharged Podmas

14 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Melanie Clarihew is the co-founder of lovely British brand Mackenzie & George. Mackenzie & George is well known for being a British belt maker, but in...

Zoe Kiff from Honest Riders is on the Small & Supercharged Podmas

13 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zoe Kiff from Honest Riders is on today's Podmas, chatting about her brand, the amazing eco challenge her company ran this year, festive gift boxes, b...

Sophie Callahan is on the Small & Supercharged Podmas

12 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Equestrian portrait and commercial photographer Sophie Callahan is on today's Small & Supercharged Podmas. In it we chat about her year of change and ...

Ruth Chappell from Dressage Anywhere is on the Small & Supercharged Podmas

11 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ruth Chappell is a great friend of mine, a really kind soul, and the lady behind Dressage Anywhere too! We chat all about the highs of this year inclu...

Olivia Towers is on the Small & Supercharged Podmas

10 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Olivia Towers of Olivia Towers Dressage (obviously!) is on today's podmas. In it she talks all about her highs and lows for 2019, throwing shapes at t...

Kathryn Bell from Team Equestrian is on the Small & Supercharged Podmas

09 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Kathryn Bell is the lady behind Team Equestrian, a business that provides personalised and equestrian team clothing, in addition to some slogan ts and...

Martha Lily Photography is on the Small & Supercharged Podmas

08 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Martha is the lady behind Martha Lily Photography and I was thrilled to catch up with her on this episode of Podmas. In this episode, she chats about ...

Sarah Johnstone from Apt Cavalier is on the Small & Supercharged Podmas

07 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah Johnstone is the lady behind equestrian brand Apt Cavalier, an apparel brand aimed at event riders. Sarah chats about the highs of 2019 includin...

Emma Warren from Hiho Silver is on the Small & Supercharged Podmas

06 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Emma Warren has many strings to her bow. Not only is she the MD of Hiho Silver, but she also runs Dimpsey Glamping with her husband and works with Bla...

Donna Case aka The Horse Feed Guru is on Small & Supercharged Podmas

05 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

You know someone takes Christmas seriously when they grate candy canes... right?! Donna Case, also known as The Horse Feed Guru, is an absolute founta...

Emily Cole of Emily Cole Illustrations is on Small & Supercharged Podmas

04 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Emily Cole is the incredibly talented illustrator behind Emily Cole Illustrations. In this festive episode of the Small & Supercharged Podcast, Emily ...

Barry & Faye from Horseshoe Hearts & Gifts on Small & Supercharged Podmas

03 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Faye & Barry are the couple behind Horseshoe Hearts & Gifts, a company known for making beautiful ornaments and creations from used horseshoes. In thi...

Charlotte Miller aka The Forelock Journal is on Small & Supercharged Podmas

02 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know what a devil on horseback is? Charlotte Miller is the lady behind the award winning Forelock Journal blog and came on the Small & Supercha...

Victoria Bodey is on the Small & Supercharged Podmas

01 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What's Buble got to do with it?! Victoria Bodey of Equiboodle is on today's Small & Supercharged Podmas. Find out what she likes to drink at Christmas...

Designing a brand you love and serving a niche with Fiona Humberstone aka The Brand Stylist

27 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you have a blog for your personal brand or a website and everything else that goes with a business, you'll have made decisions about your bran...

Step by step guide to Instagram Stories

20 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to use Instagram Stories more but you're not really sure where to start? Or you're proficient but stay within 'normal' and don't stray bey...

Stationery for a cause, collaborations, getting your own press, and more with Martha Brook

13 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Have you heard of Martha Brook London? Martha Brook is one of my absolute favourite stationery brands, and the lady behind the brand, Martha Keith, is...

Six reasons to say no to a brand

06 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever been asked to work with a brand and you're flattered... but something tells you it might not be a great idea? Don't ignore that niggle -...

Social media, self publishing, and being Wimpy with Victoria Brant

30 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There are a few swear words in this one... so not one to listen to with the kids! I am delighted to share this week's podcast with equestrian celeb Vi...

Are you ready for Christmas?

23 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The final countdown to Christmas is on, and if you're a brand, blogger or influencer, you need to be making plans for Christmas! For shops and brands,...

Is work/life balance a myth?

16 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Is work/life balance a myth? Or you bored of trying to find the perfect moment of balance and falling short? Worry not - this is the podcast for you. ...

Why you need to feel the fear and do it anyway

09 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever had a spark of an idea that scared you a bit... but then kind of got a mind of its own? Yeah- that's exactly what happened with the Smal...

Building Equiboodle bit by bit with Victoria Bodey

02 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This is the first EVER Small & Supercharged Podcast Live, meaning that this episode was recorded in front of an audience. Victoria Bodey is the founde...

5 ways not to approach a brand

25 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you're a brand who gets approached more than you'd like or a person who wants to work with a brand, this one is for you. And rather than shari...

Confidence, mindset, procrastination and being you with Jane Pike

18 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Mindset is so, so important in any aspect of our life. And more than that, the way you feel about yourself in one area can transfer into other areas t...

How to promote your website (without it costing you a penny)

11 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If you know me at all, you'll know how passionate I am about you having your own website- I really believe that it's an essential for anyone who wants...

The Shotgun & Chelsea Bun Club and burnout to balance with Victoria Knowles-Lacks

04 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Victoria started the Shotgun & Chelsea Bun Club to help encourage and support women in what was at the time a male dominated sport. Creating an amazin...

How to do it all... most requested podcast!

28 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Before you listen to this - please be aware that I do not think I have this work/life/mum balance thing sorted. I'm doing this podcast because it was ...

Anxiety and confidence with Chloe Brotheridge

21 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Do you suffer with anxiety? Confidence issues? Maybe imposter syndrome? Well strap yourself in because on this podcast I chat to Chloe Brotheridge, au...

How to start at zero on social media

14 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If you're thinking of starting a new social media account, whether it's on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, you name it - it can be scary. Because when y...

All about equine influencer Teddy The Shetland with Alice Goring

07 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Teddy The Shetland is an amazing little horse. Not just because he's incredibly cute, but because he's a superstar equine influencer with a reach well...

Why riders need social media

31 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a rider? Do you want to promote yourself better on social media? Or are you not really sure if you even need it? This podcast is for you! In i...

Websites, hosting, SEO and all that jazz with Ray from Worcester Web Studio

24 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ever so slightly confused by websites? Whether you're fairly proficient or not, this is a must listen to podcast if you have or want to have a...

How to run competitions on social media

17 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There's no doubt that competitions can be a great way to grow your following, reach and even engagement on social media... but do you know how to run ...

Building communities and creating the Female Entrepreneur Association with Carrie Green

10 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Carrie Green is founder of the Female Entrepreneur Association and has built the most incredible business and community around her goal of providing f...

Why the Facebook and Instagram crash was a good thing...

03 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Do you remember that day in March when Instagram and Facebook crashed? When we all kept refreshing our feeds, checking the Wifi, shaking the phone... ...

Behind the scenes at The Game Fair with Gemma Payne

26 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Have you heard of The Game Fair? This incredible event brings together so many elements of the countryside and is due to take place at Hatfield House ...

What does social media success look like to you?

19 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What does social media success look like to you? Is it having a big ginormous number under your name... or is it something else? In this episode I tal...

What it's like to be an equestrian influencer with Gracie Tyte

12 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have sponsorship requests hitting your DM regularly, free products thrust in your direction and a foll...

How to annoy your social media followers...

05 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It sounds an odd title, doesn't it? But learning how we can annoy our social media followers is a massive step in keeping them happy and encouraging g...

Charging your worth, money blocks, and boundaries with Denise Duffield-Thomas

29 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Denise Duffield-Thomas is well known for her money mindset work, her writing (she's the author of three books including her most recent, Chillpreneur)...

Let's talk about hiding likes on Instagram

22 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Have you heard that Instagram is currently testing hiding likes on posts? As usual, this has sent many people into a bit of a flap, but I'm here to sh...

Business, goals, fears and a glimpse of what could have been with Olivia Towers

15 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have goals for your business or your life? Olivia Towers - dressage rider, coach, entrepreneur and a whole lot more does. In this episode, Oliv...

How to assess a potential brand ambassador or sponsored rider

08 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Making the decision to get a brand ambassador or sponsored rider on board for your brand can be a really big deal. And there's always the chance that ...

Meltdown to mindset shift with Olivia Towers

01 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

After qualifying eight horses for the Regionals, Olivia Towers was sure at least one of her horses would make it to the dressage Nationals. But during...

How to promote your stand at an event, and how to help if you're a brand ambassador

24 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How do you promote your stand when you go to an event? Do you hope people will find you by accident or are you telling everyone in all the ways you ca...

From pivotal moment to careers magazine for the equine industry with Sarah Watson

17 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know what you wanted to do when you left school, or did you transition into your career as time has moved on? In this week's episode I catch u...

Why you need Canva in your world for your social media

10 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Have you heard about Canva? It is one of my favourite websites, simply because it allows me to create the social media graphics I want on my grid or f...

From making her own cross country colours to building Super X Country with Becci Harrold

03 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever gone to buy something and been disappointed with the selection available? That's exactly what happened to Becci Harrold from Super X Cou...

How to ask for testimonials and why they could be huge for your business

27 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Testimonials can be HUGELY valuable to your business or blog... but how do you feel about asking for them? And what do you even do with these amazing ...

Turning childhood passions into self employment with The Horse Feed Guru

20 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how to get into a seriously competitive part of the equine industry? Or even bag your dream job? Well this is the podcast for you. In th...

Posting natively on social media platforms and why it matters

13 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Do you understand the term 'native' when it comes to social media? After this episode you will, and you'll also understand the value of posting native...

How to link your passions and beliefs to your business with Zoe Kiff from Honest Riders

06 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to change your business to make it more in line with your passions and beliefs? Maybe you want to start a new business that reflects your ...

Ep. 24 - How to use social media to grow your equestrian business

27 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Social media can be a huge drain on time, so if you're spending time doing anything on social media, you need to make sure you're using your time well...

Ep. 23 - Batch working with Rachel Bragg aka Sweet Images Photography

20 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Batch working can be a great way to make the most of your time... and with the amount of content we all need to produce nowadays, this is certainly ke...

Ep. 22 - Instagram Stickers you might not know about or use

13 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Do you add Stickers and GIFs to your Instagram Story? They can both add a lot to an Instagram Story, and can even help improve your engagement and int...

Ep. 21 - Starting a blog and winning awards with Charlotte Miller from The Forelock Journal

06 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Starting a blog can feel big and scary - whether it's for pleasure or business. But if you do, it can deliver huge amounts of fun, new opportunities a...

Episode 20 - What rocks and sucks about running Facebook groups - Rhea Freeman

30 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Facebook groups can be so, so good, but it's not all unicorns and rainbows... sadly! I set up my first Facebook group, the Small & Supercharged group,...

Episode 19 - Sponsored riders and rider management- Stride Management

23 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Sponsored riders and brand ambassadors are sources of debate in the industry, and for very good reason. Some riders, in whatever role, add huge value ...

Episode 18- Learning on a budget - Rhea Freeman

16 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There's no denying that I have a bit of an addiction to learning. Which is very useful in my line of work. But I do appreciate that not everyone has a...

Episode 17 - Branding for new businesses - Kirsty Fleetwood from Fleetwood & Foxgrove

09 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Branding. I love it. And I know I'm not the only one! In today's podcast we talk to Kirsty Fleetwood from new brand Fleetwood & Foxgrove about brandin...

Episode 16- Brand ambassadors 101, for brands and influencers - Rhea Freeman

02 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This is a big one. Brand ambassadors. I get asked about brand ambassadors a lot, so I thought this would be a great way to share my ideas on this subj...

Episode 15 - The power of collaboration - Emma Warren

26 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you've tuned in before, you might well have 'met' Emma Warren. If not, don't worry - you're about to! Emma is MD of Hiho Silver, a brand I have the...

Episode 14- Why you should do your own PR

19 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Should you do your own PR? I believe that you should. Don't shoot me or send any hate mail, I'm not turning on PR people here, I'm actually trying to ...

Episode 13- Laura Hodgkins - Girl About The Farm

12 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Laura Hodgkins is better known as Girl About The Farm and, particularly on Instagram, has built up a sizeable tribe of fans and followers. But she's o...

Episode 12- Let's talk about content and how to create it

05 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Content. Do you hear that word a lot?! I feel like I say it a lot. And in this episode I say it a LOT, so apologies in advance! The thing is, content ...

Episode 11- Let's talk about babies and business with Sophie Callahan

28 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to equine photographer Sophie Callahan about her pregnancy. Well, not the pregnancy as such, but how a very challenging pregnan...

Episode 10- Let's talk about apps - seven apps to make your business life easier

21 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I share seven apps I have on my iPhone that I think help to make running a business easier. They're a mixture of free and paid ...

Episode 9 - Let's talk about being an online only business and cyber security with Ruth Chappell

14 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I speak to Ruth Chappell from Dressage Anywhere. In this episode, not only do we talk about Dressage Anywhere, the issues with ...

Episode 8 - Let's talk about Instagram Stories

07 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're talking all about Instagram Stories - I LOVE Instagram Stories. Not only are we talking about them in today's show, but I'm giving you fiv...

Episode 7 - Let's talk about being multipassionate and juggling with Emma Warren

31 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today I get to introduce you properly to Emma Warren. Emma is a client, a great friend, the Managing Director of Hiho Silver, the creator of luxury gl...

Episode 6 - Let's talk about collaborations and why you really need these in your business

24 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Small & Supercharged Podcast we're talking about collaborations... if you follow me on any platforms you'll know I'm a HUGE fan! My most ...

Episode 5 - Let's talk about Fairfax & Favor's Pink Tassel Campaign with Lucy Robinson

17 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Small & Supercharged Podcast I talk to Lucy Robinson from Fairfax & Favor - the lady who's heading this year's Fairfax & Favor Breast Can...

Episode 4 - Let's talk about augmented reality and why Face Filters could rock your business

10 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Small & Supercharged Podcast we're talking about augmented reality... in the form of Instagram Face Filters! When Kylie Jenner's Face F...

Episode 3 - Let's talk about commercial photoshoots with Sophie Callahan

03 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Small & Supercharged Podcast I chat to Sophie Callahan all about commercial photography... and it's a really good one. In this episode we...

Episode 2 - Social media scaremongering (and why I hate it!)

26 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about social media changes and why we shouldn't fear them! Yes, whenever there is a change in social media algorithms, there ar...