Best Design Amp Build Happiness Podcasts (2025)

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Forced to Rebuild it ALL! 3 Business Seasons You Must Master to Scale in 2026 1:00:07

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It’s the end of the year, it’s Sagittarius season, and I’m officially 32. In this solo, I’m breaking down the three business seasons every entrepreneur cycles through, the truth about what 2025 actually looked like behind the scenes, and why this year pushed me to rebuild my entire product suite from the ground up. We chat: 1:00 – The three busines…

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Is Mindset Really Enough? with Alice Dartnell 1:13:09

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In this episode of the Girls in Property podcast I sit down with the brilliant Alice Dartnell to explore a question so many of us as entrepreneurs ask ourselves. Is mindset actually enough? We hear so much about positive thinking, manifestation and keeping our energy high, but what about the deeper layers underneath all of that? What about the beli…

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The Cancel Culture Trap: Why Self Censorship is Ruining Your Content 52:17

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SHOP THE BLACK FRIDAY SALES - SAVE UP TO 60% OFF FOR 1 WEEK ONLY. SALE ENDS DEC 1 💸 Cancel culture used to be a celebrity problem… now it’s coming for anyone with a Wi-Fi connection. In this solo, I’m unpacking why so many women are watering themselves down online, how pop culture is feeding the fear of being “canceled,” and why being successful, p…

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The Chat No One Seems to Be Having in Property with Chris Tremlett 1:15:33

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In this episode I sit down with Chris Tremlett from UK Homes Network for one of the most honest and human conversations I have had on the podcast. You know I love going deeper than the shiny surface of the property world, and this chat does exactly that. Chris opens up about his journey in property, the pressures he has faced behind the scenes, and…

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The Felony She Didn't Commit: Spiritual Awakening, Inner Child Healing & Finding Purpose w/ Melissa Monte 54:01

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Have you ever woken up up one day and realized the life you've been living isn’t even yours? That’s the plot twist Melissa had to face. One that dragged her through a felony she didn’t commit, a total loss of identity, and the long climb back to self-trust, spiritual truth, and purpose. In today’s episode, I sit down with Melissa Monte, founder of …

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Deal Sourcing Made Simple with Shelly Yates 1:07:20

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This week I am sitting down with the brilliant Shelly Yates to open up the world of deal sourcing in a really honest and grounded way. A lot of women look at deal sourcing as their first step into property because it feels fast paced and cash flowing. But there is a side to it that people do not always see, and Shelly talks openly about what it is …

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Escaping Your Broke Girl Era: 5 Beliefs That Made Me Rich 43:50

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All the girlies romanticize their “broke girl era” but no one talks about what it actually takes to break free from it. In this episode, I’m sharing the real real of how I went from living paycheck-to-paycheck in Madrid (with nine roommates and a cube-sized trash can) to building a 7-figure brand and stepping fully into my rich girl energy. We chat…

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How Your Body Holds Stress with Anastasia Ttofis: A Somatic Approach 1:12:14

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Ever stopped to notice where stress shows up in your body? Maybe it’s that knot in your stomach before a meeting, the tight shoulders after a long day, or that constant buzz that never quite switches off. In this episode, I sit down with Anastasia Ttofis to chat about somatics and how understanding your body can change the way you show up in life, …

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Babyproof Your Business: What No One Tells You About Postpartum Success w/ Katja Lillian 55:07

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You’ve probably heard people say motherhood changes everything, but no one talks about how it affects your business, marriage, and productivity as a female entrepreneur. In this episode, I sit down with my longtime client and friend Katja Lillian, a multi–six-figure coach, podcast host, and new mom, to talk about what really happens when your entir…

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How to Attract Investors in Property: Mindset, Money Chats and Practical Steps with Motiul Islam 1:14:16

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If you have ever sat there wondering how on earth people are funding property deals, or felt like you cannot get started because you do not have pots of money behind you, this one is for you. In todays chat your host Athena Dobson sits down with Motiul Islam to lift the lid on raising private finance in a real and honest way. We are not talking the…

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Wedding Spoilers! Inside My Bridal Boss Era: Arguments, Beauty Pressure & More 55:12

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She's in her bridal era. From the Pinterest moment that led me to our venue to the beauty pressure I’ve been feeling and the chaos of balancing wedding planning with business launches… this episode is a raw, funny, BTS look at what it’s actually like to plan a destination wedding while running a full-time business. We chat: 6:00 - Where we decided …

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Start Now, Learn Later: Breaking Free from Overthinking in Business 27:28

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Hosts Dave and Ebro get real about what it takes to start a business, no perfect plan, no overthinking. Just honest talk about taking action, learning as you go, and building something you truly love. They also unpack the mindset needed to avoid getting stuck in analysis paralysis. From embracing the "ready, fire, aim" approach to hiring people who…

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What If You Just Started? Libby Walker on Failure, Cash Flow and Courage 1:17:04

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In this episode of the Girls in Property podcast, I chat with Libby Walker, someone I have genuinely watched and admired. Libby got into property at such a young age, and what I love most about her is how open she has always been about the things that go right and the things that do not. From the very start of her journey she has shared everything …

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Secrets of Six Figure Women: The Lies, Pivots, and Wild Moves Behind their Success 44:45

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In this episode, you’ll hear a mashup from four women who turned bold decisions into real, measurable results in their businesses. These are the BTS stories of betting on yourself, building emotional resilience, and learning the real formula for sustainable success. We chat: 3:00 — Becca’s formula for going from a government job to a multi–six–figu…

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From Law to Social Housing: Purpose, Pressure & Putting People First with Lorraine Thomas 1:13:05

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Following on from Caroline’s amazing episode last week on turning purpose into profit, this week we are carrying that same message forward but through a completely different story and lived experience. In this episode, I chat with award winning developer, number one best selling author and founder of View From My Window, Lorraine Thomas. She shares…

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It’s Fun Being Hot (and Talented): How to Stay Confident, Creative & Uncopyable Online w/ Poster Journal 1:14:38

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You might not know his name, but you’ve definitely shared his quotes. In this episode, I’m sitting down with Poster Journal, the anonymous creator behind the viral “I say what you’re thinking” quote posts that have taken over the internet. If you’ve ever wondered how to build something viral without selling your soul, this one’s for you. We chat: 5…

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Purpose Into Profit: Finding Meaning in Property with Caroline Pattinson 1:04:04

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In this episode of Girls in Property, host Athena Dobson chats with the inspiring Caroline Pattinson — an award-winning entrepreneur and property investor who’s built her journey with courage, discipline, and heart. Caroline started her career at just 16 and bought her first property at 21, showing that you don’t need to have it all figured out to …

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Numerology Decoded: The Spiritual Science That Turned $200K Debt Into Millions w/ Harriette Jackson 1:07:45

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What if the secret to building wealth wasn’t strategy or hustle, but numbers? In this episode, numerology expert Harriette Jackson reveals how she used numerology to climb from $200K in debt to millionaire status in just three years. We unpack the spiritual science, decode my own numerology chart live on air, and explore how your numbers hold the e…

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From Interiors to Staging: Lessons from the Design Boss Diary 1:06:04

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In this episode of the Girls in Property podcast, Athena Dobson chats with Lisa Marie Elkhadraoui, also known as Design Boss Diary. Lisa shares her journey in interior design and property staging, opening up about the lessons she has learnt along the way. We talk about the importance of women supporting one another, the challenges new designers fac…

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Practical Millionaire Moves: 10 Ways to Stay in Overflow Without Blowing Your Cash 53:52

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You’ve heard the stories of people making bank… only to lose it all just as fast. So how do you actually keep your money once you’ve worked so hard to make it? In this solo episode, I’m being super honest & transparent about my approach to being a “practical millionaire”, and the 10 areas of life where I keep my spending smart without living in lac…

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Happy Sexy Health: Building Success from the Inside Out with Stephanie Taylor 55:30

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As business owners and property investors, we are often juggling endless to-do lists, deadlines and the pressures of building or running a business. But when you are running on empty, so is your business. Your health has to come first. In this episode, Athena Dobson sits down with Steph Taylor to uncover why your health is not just a personal matte…

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Confession: I Don’t Know What I’m Doing With My Life (marriage, babies, & business) 58:30

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Apply HERE for The Room In your 30s, there’s pressure to know exactly where life is headed — the house, the kids, the career. But what if the real magic comes from not knowing? In this solo episode, I open up about my very non-existent 5-year plan and why I’ve stopped forcing clarity that isn’t ready to arrive. We chat: 0:47 – The pressure to have …

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Enter Your SAVAGE Era: Go ALL IN Without Burning Out Your Feminine Edge w/ Laura Martin 51:46

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Apply HERE for The Room What if the hardest seasons of your life were secretly forging your power? Can you actually be a savage in business and a soft feminine wife & mother at the same time? In this episode, I sit down with Laura Martin to unpack her raw journey through love, motherhood, and building a luxury brand that has pivoted alongside her i…

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The Queen of the Gavel: Auctions Made Simple with Olivia Boulting 1:01:14

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In this episode of Girls in Property, Athena Dobson is joined by Olivia Boulting, an experienced auctioneer and better known as the Queen of the Gavel 👑, to demystify the world of property auctions. Olivia shares her own journey into auctions, what the role of an auctioneer really involves, and why it’s important to understand the different types o…

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YOUR SOUL'S CORRECTION: "What do I do when I have no idea what to do?" 27:40

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Apply HERE for The Room In this episode, we’re diving into the concept of Soul Correction, the spiritual code that reveals why you face certain patterns and how to align your next step with your higher destiny. If you’ve been craving direction, this episode will help you move forward with confidence, alignment, and a deeper sense of faith. Inside, …

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Flipping Success Part 2: How to Flip Houses the Right Way with Emma Fielding 1:11:58

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She’s back! In this episode of the Girls in Property podcast, Athena Dobson welcomes the one and only Emma Fielding for her much-anticipated return, and if you heard her first episode, you’ll know why we’re so excited. Emma’s a powerhouse in the property world, and she’s back to share what she’s been up to over the past year. From her latest flips …

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Dying to Be Rich: The Cost of Chasing Money & 5 Types of Wealth w/ Sahil Bloom 1:01:23

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What if the real definition of wealth had nothing to do with money? Today I'm joined by Sahil Bloom, New York Times bestselling author, entrepreneur, and investor. If you’ve ever felt like your pursuit for financial success had you winning on paper but losing in real life, this conversation is for you. We chat: 0:47 – The #1 piece of advice people …

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Are You on Track? Reset, Refocus & Finish 2025 Strong with Athena Dobson 1:15:30

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Welcome back to Girls in Property! This week your host, Athena Dobson, is treating you to a solo episode all about mid-year accountability and getting you set to stride into Q4 with clarity and confidence. As we step into September, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the year so far. Back in January, you probably had a vision for 2025—maybe it was…

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The Week That Almost Broke Me: $40k in Vegas, Health Meltdowns, & Wedding Planning 1:03:17

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We're long overdue for a life update… and this one might just be the most chaotic yet. Tune in to hear the raw behind the scenes. We chat: 1:26 - BTS of my Vegas spotlight session at Acquisition HQ and why I invested $40K in one day 13:16 - Alone in Miami: when Jaime left for Spain and everything in my life decided to break at once 18:30 - The BTS …

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Title Splitting Masterclass: Property’s Hidden Gem with Rachel Knight 1:12:12

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This week, Athena sits down with the brilliant Rachel Knight to dive into one of the most exciting, and often overlooked, strategies in property: title splitting. Rachel doesn’t just share her story of getting into property; she opens up about how she discovered title splitting as almost an unspoken hidden gem in the industry. It’s one of those str…

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Human Design vs Hustle: Authenticity Is the New Algorithm w/ Emma Dunwoody 58:43

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SAVE UP TO 44% ON THE LION'S GATE GET RICH SALE 🤑 What if the real “algorithm” for success isn’t on Instagram, but inside your own energy? Human Design expert, Emma Dunwoody joins me to unpack the truth about authenticity, self-trust, and why the hustle era is officially over. We dive into the rebellion against old business rules, the frequency shi…

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The 28-Bed HMO Journey: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly with Sam White 1:04:34

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Have you ever imagined taking on a 28-bed HMO? In this episode of the Girls in Property podcast, Athena chats with the inspiring Sam White from Move to Grow. Sam shares the good, the bad and the ugly of taking on her property journey thus far — from starting out as an accidental landlord to achieving the incredible milestone of completing a 28-bed …

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She Sold for $2.3 Billion: “He Asked for a Divorce the Morning My Company Shut Down" 1:09:09

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SAVE UP TO 44% ON THE LION'S GATE GET RICH SALE 🤑 What does it really take to rise from public failure, personal heartbreak, and industry doubt… and still build a billion-dollar company in your 50s? In this raw, unfiltered, and wildly inspiring conversation, Julie Wainwright, founder & former CEO of The RealReal, takes us behind the scenes of her g…

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Body Confidence: Celebrating Our Bodies as Homes with Tamsin Broster 1:11:36

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In this powerful episode, Athena Dobson sits down with Tamsin Broster to explore the deeply personal and universal topic of body confidence—a crucial issue that affects many women. Tamsin shares her journey, highlighting the struggles with body image that began at a young age and how they evolved over time. Through her candid reflections, she sheds…

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F%k the Soft Girl Era: The Mindset Shifts That Build Real Wealth and 1% Success 55:53

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JOIN ME ON 8/8 FOR MY FREE ABUNDANCE ACTIVATION WORKSHOP 🤑✨ You don’t need a soft girl era, you need a reset, some self-respect, and the guts to go after the life you actually want. This bold, unfiltered episode is your permission slip to stop romanticizing rest when what you really need is resilience. Mikayla gets radically honest about what it ac…

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Women in Surveying: On Site Life with Sophie Perkins 1:06:52

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In this week’s episode of The Girls and Property Podcast, we’re diving into something totally new—surveying! And I’ve got just the woman to guide us through it. I’m joined by the brilliant Sophie Perkins, a seasoned surveyor who’s making serious waves for women in construction. Sophie brings a straight-talking, fresh perspective on what it’s really…

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9 Risky Moves That Activated My Overflow Era and Scaled My Business 42:01

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JOIN TOP TIER MASTERMIND 🔝🖤 This one’s for the bold b*tch in her scaling era. If you’ve been side-eyeing all the “coaching is dead” chatter, this episode is your permission slip to go bigger, louder, and riskier than ever. Inside this juicy solo episode, I’m breaking down the 9 boldest moves I’ve made BTS in 2025 to create UNREALISTIC momentum, mag…

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Breaking the Burnout Cycle: A Shift Towards Sustainable Success with Akhtar Khan 1:25:10

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Are you ready for this? He’s back… In this episode of The Girls in Property podcast, Athena Dobson is joined once again by renowned speaker and NLP coach Akhtar Khan. Together, they explore a topic that resonates deeply with many entrepreneurs and professionals. The topic of Burnout. They begin by unpacking what burnout actually is, beyond just a p…

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RICH GIRL SUMMER: The Mid-Year Reset That Rewires Your Energy + Income 43:03

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JOIN TOP TIER MASTERMIND 🔝🖤 If you’re feeling stuck, spiraling in self-doubt, or wondering where the hell your January goals went, you’re not lost, you’re just in your mid-year wobble era. This episode is your energetic reset button. Think hot girl summer, but make it high-achiever healing. Tap in for astrological clarity, a 5-step alignment ritual…

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From Maternity Leave to Rent-to-Rent Success with Lucy Akrigg 1:11:52

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This week on the Girls and Property Podcast, Athena Dobson is joined by one of our original Girls in Property community members, Lucy Akrigg – and trust me, this episode is one you won’t want to miss! Not only is this Lucy’s very first podcast appearance (and can we just say – she absolutely smashes it!), but her story is one that’s sure to leave y…

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From Mushrooms to Millions: Four Sigmatic’s CEO on Biohacking Mornings & Conscious Parenting 1:01:52

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🤎 GRAB SOLD OUT STORIES & MAKE YOUR NEXT STORY YOUR MOST PROFITABLE ONE! 🤎 What if your morning coffee ritual is secretly draining your energy? This episode is for the wellness-curious, spiritually-attuned, and biohacking babes who want more energy, less burnout, and a smarter way to start the day. Tero Isokauppila — founder of the iconic mushroom …

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Navigating the Renters' Rights Bill: Essential Insights with Julie Ford 1:08:54

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With the Renters’ Rights Bill gaining Royal Assent on 22nd July and due to be implemented by the end of October this year, this episode is an essential listen for anyone already in property or thinking about stepping into the industry. In this episode of the Girls in Property podcast, Athena Dobson is joined by none other than Julie Ford—one of the…

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Spiritual Investor Secrets: How to Expand Wealth Energetically & Build Real Financial Freedom 1:07:24

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🤎 GRAB SOLD OUT STORIES & MAKE YOUR NEXT STORY YOUR MOST PROFITABLE ONE! 🤎 Ready to stop being boring with your money? This episode cracks open the truth about wealth, energetics, and what it really takes to build financial freedom without burning out. I’m joined by Elizabeth Ralph, aka The Spiritual Investor, to break down the energetics of money,…

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Am I Too Ambitious? Inside the Life of a Young Entrepreneur Ife Obasa 1:04:42

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In this episode of the Girls in Property podcast, host Athena Dobson sits down for an inspiring conversation with Ife Obasa, a young female entrepreneur, leader, and advocate for authenticity and resilience. Athena first met Ife at the London All Bright event celebrating International Women’s Day, where Ife shared powerful insights about her experi…

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Unfiltered After 5 Years: Worst Guests, Big Mistakes & Confessions I’ve Never Shared 45:51

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🤎 GRAB SOLD OUT STORIES & MAKE YOUR NEXT STORY YOUR MOST PROFITABLE ONE! 🤎 To celebrate 5 years of Make Shift Happen, I’m spilling the tea on everything I’ve never said out loud — biggest mistakes, worst guests, behind-the-scenes drama, and where the show is headed next. We chat: 1:50 — My hot take on podcasting (is video the way to go??) 7:31 — Th…

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Laying the Foundations: Getting Started in Construction with Victoria Tsoy 1:12:19

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In this episode of the Girls in Property podcast, Athena Dobson sits down with Victoria Tsoy, a true force in construction and property development. Victoria shares her remarkable story of going from struggling to find her place in the working world to becoming a successful property developer. She talks honestly about the hard work involved, the sa…

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10 Confessions I’ve Never Shared Publicly: I'm 31 and Embarrassed to Admit This... 1:12:27

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🤎 GRAB SOLD OUT STORIES & MAKE YOUR NEXT STORY YOUR MOST PROFITABLE ONE! 🤎 We need to talk. This episode is raw. It's the stuff I never put online, until now. After dropping a super vulnerable post that went viral, I’m taking you behind-the-scenes into the full, unfiltered truth. This is the episode I was scared to record… but couldn’t not. Inside,…

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From £60K in Debt to Financial Freedom: Money Mechanics with Sarah Poynton-Ryan 1:02:47

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In this episode of Girls in Property, Athena Dobson is joined by money mentor and author Sarah Poynton-Ryan for an honest, empowering chat all about money — the good, the bad, and the emotional. If you’ve clicked on this one, chances are you’re either working your way out of debt or just looking to get a better grip on your finances. Either way, Sa…

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You’re Not Broken, You’re Out of Alignment: Use Human Design to Get Your Energy Back w/ DayLuna 1:12:54

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🤎 GRAB SOLD OUT STORIES & MAKE YOUR NEXT STORY YOUR MOST PROFITABLE ONE! 🤎 Ever feel like you’re falling behind or just off? This episode is your permission slip to stop self-blaming and start syncing with your Human Design. I’m joined by Shayna & Dana from Day Luna to break down how to live in true alignment — no matter your type. From your routin…

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Starting and Scaling Your Rent-to-Rent SA Portfolio with Ellen McDonald 1:03:22

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Welcome back to the Girls in Property Podcast! In this episode, your host Athena Dobson sits down with Ellen MacDonald — a former teacher turned thriving entrepreneur who’s carved out a successful path in the rent-to-serviced accommodation space - Think Air B n B & Booking.com. If you're listening in, chances are you’re curious about how to break i…