The Waffle Shop

Welcome to The Waffle ShopToday I'm joined in the studio by the incredible Emma Conway!Emma is a podcast host, author, YouTuber and the creator of Brummy Mummy of 2. She joins me for a chat about her journey so far, her recent heart surgery and the importance of being kind.We also have a waffle about all things content creation and the complexities of being a parent in the age of social media. Emma shares her experiences with openness and vulnerability online, the importance of community support, and the balance of positives and negatives across social mediaWe also have a bit of a deep dive into the importance of personal boundaries while being open and honest with her audience. She reflects on the impact of social media on self-perception, the importance of authenticity, and the supportive community she has built!Bloody loved this waffle so I hope you do too!If you want to find out more about Emma and her B&M hauls, click here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Waffle ShopToday's episode is an incredibly special one as I'm joined by the incredible David HolmesDavid is an actor, artist, stuntman, podcaster, and now author of 'The Boy Who Lived.'He joins me for a waffle about his journey so far, the writing process, how he became Daniel Radcliffe's stunt double on the Harry Potter series, and how he navigates the world after a devastating accident left him instantly paralysed.David's story is a story of determination, inspiration, and humour, and it was an honour to hear it firsthand. I first heard of David after I watched his documentary with my Mum. For followers of the podcast, you will know my Mum is also in a position where she requires 24-hour care after an operation went wrong. David's documentary was incredibly inspiring for us as a family and for the first time in a long time, we had hopeWe also had a waffle about all things mental health, coping mechanisms, and of course music. I really hope you enjoy the episode as much as I did and please make sure you get a copy of his brand new book, The Boy Who Lived Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Waffle ShopToday we are straight from winning at The Independent Podcast Awards to the studio with fellow podcaster Tom McCormick!Tom joins me for a waffle about his brilliant podcast 'Inside A Mind', which aims to provide relatable conversations about mental health struggles and provides some incredible tools that the listener can implementWe also delve into Tom's ADHD journey and the misconceptions surrounding it. ADHD seems to be a bit of a buzzword at the moment, so it was refreshing to hear Tom's take on the diagnosis process and the dangers of social media's impact on self-diagnosingThe conversation also touches on the need for boundaries to protect mental well-being, the struggle with work-life balance, and the concept of 'mental masturbation' in productivity.I really hope you enjoy it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LIVE IN LONDON!!This waffle is coming to you live from Cheerful Earful Festival in London!Joining Taylor for a waffle is his podcasting wife Emma Tindall and the extended waffle family, James Allen!The guys hit the on switch to the Rejection Hotline and hear from you lovely lot about all things rejection and how we handle it, which of course ends in pure chaos!They dive into the various forms of rejection, including romantic and friendship rejections, and hear from the LIVE audience the various ways they have got back at people!Hope you enjoy the episode, and a huge shout out to Cheerful Earful for hosting us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Waffle Shop!This week's episode is chaotic, which fits very nicely into the theme...BRAT!Charli XCX is on fire at the moment with her BRAT era, so we take a deep dive into the meaning behind BRAT, the aesthetic of it, and what it really means to be BRAT!We also take a little trip down memory lane and cringe at the trends we fell victim to, as well as bratty behaviour and how it can impact your ego and accountabilityWhat do you think? We would love to hear from you! Email Taylor@waffleshopodcast.com to get in touch!If you enjoyed this week's episode, don't forget that you can join us live on the 19th of October at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival!Get tickets here: https://cheerfulearful.podlifeevents.com/festival/the-waffle-shop-live-from-cheerful-earful-podcast-festival-19th-oct-tickets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Waffle Shop!This week we are joined in the studio by the brilliant Cici Coleman!Cici is an actress, podcaster, and online fitness coach. You may also recognise her from the brilliant TV show First Dates!We have a waffle about life lessons, personal growth, and the awkward journey from our 20s to 30s. Cici opens up about her journey so far, the importance of trusting yourself, dating experiences, and the impact your environment can have on your mental health.We're all about the engagement at the moment, so we hear from you, lovely lot, about the advice you would give your younger self. Would we even listen? Would it change anything?What do you think? We would love to hear from you! Email Taylor@waffleshopodcast.com to get in touch!If you enjoyed this week's episode, don't forget that you can join them live on the 19th of October at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival!Get tickets here: https://cheerfulearful.podlifeevents.com/festival/the-waffle-shop-live-from-cheerful-earful-podcast-festival-19th-oct-tickets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WELCOME TO THE WAFFLE SHOP!This week Taylor is straight from The British Podcast Awards to the studio!Unfortunately, The Waffle didn't win; however, Taylor did come away with a lovely pillow and a new fire in his belly! Emma joins him for a waffle about energy, expectations, and the concept of winning and losing in life.They dive into personal anecdotes, discuss the importance of celebrating small wins, and reflect on the emotional impact of loss. The conversation delves into cultural perspectives on success and failure, emphasising the value of resilience and learning from experiences.Ultimately, they conclude with the fact that the win is in the loss!If you enjoyed this weeks episode, don't forget that you can join them live on the 19th October at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival!Get tickets here - https://cheerfulearful.podlifeevents.com/festival/the-waffle-shop-live-from-cheerful-earful-podcast-festival-19th-oct-tickets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Waffle Shop!In this week's episode, myself and Emma dive deep into the topic of Lying!We explore the complexities of lying, from little white lies to the moral dilemmas we all face when deciding whether to be honest. From piano playing to Hedge Pigs, we discuss the lies we told when we were younger, right through to the lies we were told as kids!The big questions, however, are: Is withholding the truth the same as lying? And have you ever seen a Hedge Pig?As always, we would love to hear what you think! Drop us a DM or email taylor@waffleshoppodcast to be involved! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Waffle Shop, hosted by me, Taylor James!Joining me for a waffle this week is the phenomenal singer-songwriter Jaz KarisJaz joins me for a waffle about her debut album, Safe Flight, the creative process, the inspiration behind it, and the lessons she has learnt along the way!The waffle was strong in this week's episode, with some really nice reminders on the power of being present and why it is just as important to step back as it is to step forward!Jaz's debut album, Safe Flight, is out this week, and we couldn't be more excited for it! The body of work really takes you on a journey around the world whilst also making you feel grounded. Our personal favourite is Nostalgia!I really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Waffle Shop, hosted by me, Taylor James!This is the first of many extra portion episodes where I take some of my favourite moments so far and have another waffle about them!Up first is a snippet from my waffle with the human version of marmite, Perez Hilton! Love him or hate him, he offered some really good advice and brought two very good talking points!'The universe will continue to send you the same lesson until you learn from it' & 'Hard work pays off in every aspect of your life, including health.'What do you think? Have you learnt from a past mistake? I would love to hear from you!I really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Waffle Shop hosted by me Taylor James!Joining me for a waffle this week is star of Love Is Blind UK and fellow mental health advocate Tom StroudTom joins me for a waffle about his time on the smash hit Netflix show Love Is Blind UK, in which he received a bit of backlash regarding his opinions around financesWe have a waffle about the lessons he has learnt from his time on the show, the power of therapy, and how past events have impacted his relationships not only with others but also with himself. This episode is a really powerful reminder at just how powerful and important it is to talk, especially for us men.I can't thank Tom enough for joining me for a waffle and for being so open and honestI really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining me for a waffle this week is my new favourite podcaster, Zoe Jackson!Zoe is the host of the brilliant Anything but Ordinary Podcast, which was created because, like myself, she is a lover of all things conversation and collaboration!Anything but Ordinary dives into the wonderful world of ultra-high net worth individuals and gets to know the people behind the businesses. Believe me when I say that this isn't just another business podcast; it not only offers an insight into an exciting world, it also offers a lot of incredible advice and a lot of heart!We have a waffle about Zoe's entrepreneurial flair and how she found the confidence to take the leap and started her own business. We also dive into what success means to her and how a series of events have led her to appreciate and really embrace everything life has to offer!I really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Time for a long-overdue catch-up!Joining me for a waffle that is 4 years in the making is my beautiful little sister GemmaWe have a waffle about life recently, hitting number 1 in Austria, and the Taylor Swift Eras Tour!This was a nice little trip down memory lane, a real full-circle moment, and a brilliant opportunity to recognise just how far we have both come! We also waffle about all things change, the changes we've recognised in ourselves and the moments that changed our lives forever!I really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WAFFLING LIVE FROM WOW FEST!This waffle is coming to you live from our very own stage at Wisdom on Wellness Festival in Surrey!Joining me is a very good friend of mine, Marcus KainMarcus is a phenomenal coach with years of experience helping people with binge eating, stress management, and how to build their resilience. He is also the creator of the incredible Strong Not Starving social media platform and podcast, which I highly recommend!!We have a waffle about diet culture, disordered eating, and the impact stress can have on our physical and mental health. Not only does Marcus share some incredible advice, he also shares his own personal journey and how he has turned his pain into his purpose.My friendship with Marcus has been one of the best things that has come out of this podcast, as his support over the years has been incredible, it was an honour to share the stage and to hear first hand all about his journey so farI want to thank the incredible team at WOW Fest for the opportunity, it was genuinely a bucket list moment for me!I really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WAFFLING LIVE FROM WOW FEST!This is a huge bucket list moment, as this waffle is coming to you live from Wisdom on Wellness Festival in Surrey!Joining me is someone who I have wanted to waffle with for quite some time, the brilliant Rob HoskingRob is a compelling and impactful speaker, celebrated for his remarkable journey and dedication to mental health advocacy and workplace wellbeing.We have a waffle about his journey so far and how his time as a former front-line police officer changed the direction of his life forever. Rob is now on a mission to help educate workplaces on the importance of wellbeing to help prevent what happened to him happening to others.I would highly recommend checking out Rob's website to find out more about him and the incredible work he does, you can also find him on Instagram and LinkedInThis episode contains conversations about suicide and self harm, which may be triggering to some listenersI want to thank the incredible team at WOW Fest for the opportunity, it was genuinely a bucket list moment for me!I really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WAFFLING LIVE FROM WOW FEST!This is a bucket list moment as this waffle is coming to you live from our headline slot at Wisdom on Wellness Festival in Surrey!Joining me is a very dear friend of mine, Sophie Beresford!For people who have been following the waffle for some time, you will know that me and Sophie connected through our work in the mental health space and have been pretty inseparable ever since!Sophie is the founder of Like I Care, which over time has grown into a successful blog, event, podcast and so much more! She joins me for a waffle about all things self-care, self-awareness, and how setting boundaries has helped shape the woman she is today!We also have a waffle about the impact music has had on both of our lives and ask that all-important question: who would our dream Glastonbury headliners be?I want to thank the incredible team at WOW Fest for the opportunity, it was genuinely a bucket list moment for me!I really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Time for another catch-up!This week is a full on whinge fest! That minging summer cold has hit the studio and it has hit hard!Not so fresh from seeing Shania Twain headline Hyde Park, Taylor dives into the impact the songs have had on him and gives Luke an update in regards to the sleazy messages he was receiving!The main takeaways from the episode are:Bart Simpson is Sabrina Carpenter's aunt?Being the villainMental health being used as a weaponThis podcast is a bit chaotic compared to normal, but it felt good to have a bit of a rant! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining me for a waffle this week is the incredible Jess ImpiazziJess joins me for a very open and honest chat about her recent Lupus diagnosis and the impact it has had on her lifeThroughout the episode, we have a waffle about Jess' recent struggles and how she has turned the negatives to positives. It hasn't been easy but Jess' outlook on life is as inspiring as it is infectious. We have a waffle about the importance of self-care and how Jess is learning to trust herself again following a break up that left her in a very vulnerable position. Not one to be down for long, Jess is now back on her feet and is throwing herself into the world of nutrition, gut health, and even tech to continue on her self-development journeyYou may know Jess from her time on TV, from being an author, or from her incredible work with Guide Dogs UK. However, you know Jess, this episode has something for everyone, and it was an honour to welcome her into the studio!I really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Time for another catch-up!I'm bloody loving these little catch ups with my good pal Luke! In this episode, we have a catch-up about the past few weeks, what's been getting on our nerves and a big old rant about unsolicited messages on social media!The main takeaways from the episode are:How annoying is hayfever?It's ok to self-validate!Taylor SwiftCelebrate the wins!Inappropriate social media DMsThis podcast has a bit of everything and actually contains some really good advice, so I hope it helps!I really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining me for a waffle this week is the brilliant James AllenJames is best known for his brilliant TikTok channel, which promotes skin care and positivity!Throughout the episode, we have a waffle about James' journey so far and how his passion for all things skincare startedJames and I have a very open conversation about our sexuality, our experiences within the LGBTQ+ community, and coping mechanisms. There are a lot of useful tips and tricks in this week's episode, especially surrounding men's mental health and men's skincare, so I really hope they resonate with a lot of you! Not only do we have a waffle about skincare, we dive into his reality TV journey and how his love of spirituality has guided him to exactly where he needs to be!James really is a breath of fresh air for the waffle, and this episode is just the start of the evolution of the podcast! I really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.