Do Not Disturb: The Inside Story

• Sasha Vara: The Brutal Reality Nobody Talks About Motherhood

  In this deeply personal episode, Simona sits down with Sasha Vara, luxury brand consultant, skincare founder, and new mom, for an honest conversation about the wild transition into motherhood, fertility struggles, postpartum anxiety, building a career, and redefining success.Sasha opens up about her fertility journey, the emotional rollercoaster of early motherhood, postpartum anxiety, the pressure to "just be happy," and how having a child reshapes every part of a woman's identity. We also dive into her incredible career journey, starting from moving to London at 15, to launching her skincare brand Sasha Vara.Whether you're a mom, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone navigating major life transitions, this episode offers warmth, wisdom, and truth without the sugar-coating.📌 CHAPTERS0:00 - Introduction: Meet Sasha Vara2:45 - The Reality of the Fertility Journey9:50 - Discovering Low AMH: What Sasha Wishes Women Knew15:30 - Postpartum Anxiety and the Weight of Mom Guilt23:40 - Identity Shift: The Unspoken Transformation After Birth30:20 - How Motherhood Changed Our Relationships38:10 - Career Journey: From Fashion Intern to Brand Consultant45:00 - Launching a Skincare Brand During the Pandemic51:20 - The Role of Personal Branding and Relationships57:00 - Honest Talk: Sex, Intimacy, and Body Image Postpartum1:04:10 - Financial Independence, Motherhood, and Career Choices1:10:20 - Fertility Education: What Needs to Change1:16:45 - The Power of Calmness Over Hustle1:21:00 - Final Thoughts: Redefining Success, Finding Yourself AgainCONNECTFollow Sasha on:@sashavaraWhen I’m not hosting this podcast, I’m building Nojo — a bold, better-for-you sauce brand made to inject real flavour into your day.As a little thank you for tuning in, get 20% off at nojolondon.co.uk with the code DONOTDISTURB20.Follow Simona on:@greeninlondonwww.donotdisturbpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• 'You Have to Want to Have Sex with Yourself!': Sarah Corbett-Winder

  In this raw and inspiring episode of Do Not Disturb, we sit down with Sarah Corbett-Winder former Vogue fashion editor turned creative entrepreneur.Sarah opens up about her early struggles in the cutthroat fashion world, navigating motherhood, burnout, building a personal brand from scratch, and how she finally found success by being unapologetically herself. 🌟We dive deep into the real challenges behind the glossy surface: career pivots, financial independence, relationship hurdles, and what it really takes to build a fulfilling, balanced life in 2025.Whether you're chasing your dream job, rebuilding after a setback, or just looking for some unfiltered life advice, this one's for you. 🎙️✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more honest, empowering conversations!00:00 – Welcome to "Do Not Disturb" with Sarah Corbett-Winder01:00 – Early Childhood: Discipline, Creativity, and Dreaming Big03:30 – Surviving (and Leaving) the Devil Wears Prada World06:00 – Building a Career after Vogue: Freelance Life & Big Risks09:30 – Instagram Growth: The Power of Being Yourself14:30 – Love, Marriage, and Finding Your Biggest Cheerleader21:00 – Balancing Business, Kids, and Mental Health as a Working Mom28:00 – Money, Sex, and the Honest Truth About WomanhoodFollow Sarah on:@sarah.corbettwinderWhen I’m not hosting this podcast, I’m building Nojo — a bold, better-for-you sauce brand made to inject real flavour into your day.As a little thank you for tuning in, get 20% off at nojolondon.co.uk with the code DONOTDISTURB20.Follow Lisa on:@lisaingmarinelliFollow Simona on:@greeninlondonwww.donotdisturbpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Lisa Ing Marinelli: The Advice Every Working Mom Needs to Hear

  What does it take to be a high-powered corporate lawyer, a successful fashion influencer, and an intentional mother — all at the same time?In this inspiring episode of Do Not Disturb: The Inside Story, we sit down with Lisa Ing Marinelli: a powerhouse juggling motherhood, marriage, law, and luxury. With over 200,000 followers on Instagram, Lisa opens up about her journey from corporate boardrooms to Paris Fashion Week, her Chinese-Canadian upbringing, career transitions, parenting two young boys, navigating marriage, and redefining success as a modern woman.Whether you're a working parent, aspiring creative, or someone figuring out how to "do it all," Lisa’s story will resonate deeply. She drops wisdom on everything from timing maternity leave to keeping your marriage alive (hello weekly date nights!) and the power of not being everything to everyone, all the time.✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more honest, empowering conversations!00:00 - Meet Lisa Marinelli01:15 - Lawyer. Influencer. Mother.03:32 - Growing Up Between Cultures05:00 - Climbing the Legal Ladder as a Mom08:10 - Timing Motherhood in a Demanding Career11:02 - Building a Marriage While Raising Kids14:22 - Financial Independence & Family Dynamics17:01 - Real Talk on Self-Care & Mom Guilt20:11 - Travel, Intimacy & Reconnecting Without Kids23:26 - The Biggest Lesson for Working MothersWhen I’m not hosting this podcast, I’m building Nojo — a bold, better-for-you sauce brand made to inject real flavour into your day.As a little thank you for tuning in, get 20% off at nojolondon.co.uk with the code DONOTDISTURB20.Follow Lisa on:@lisaingmarinelliFollow Simona on:@greeninlondonwww.donotdisturbpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Mimi Ikonn: “Why I Left My Husband and Million-Dollar Business"

  On the outside, Mimi Ikonn had it all success, love, freedom. But beneath the surface? Anxiety, panic attacks, and a deep inner void. In this powerful and vulnerable conversation, Mimi opens up like never before about building (and leaving) a million-dollar business, ending a secure marriage, rediscovering herself, and the radical power of intentional living.Mimi drops gems, healing truths, and life lessons for anyone navigating change, discomfort, or reinvention.If you’re seeking authenticity, alignment, and inspiration to rewrite your life this one’s for you.When I’m not hosting this podcast, I’m building Nojo — a bold, better-for-you sauce brand made to inject real flavour into your day.As a little thank you for tuning in, get 20% off at nojolondon.co.uk with the code DONOTDISTURB20.Follow Mimi on:@mimikonnFollow Simona on:@greeninlondonwww.donotdisturbpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Roxie Nafousi: Overcoming Addiction to Become a Powerful Motivational Speaker

  “If you want to manifest your best life, I’ll show you how.”Roxie Nafousi went from addiction and rock bottom to bestselling author and self-development powerhouse. In this raw and honest conversation, she shares her mindset hacks, motherhood journey, and the habits that changed her life.When I’m not hosting this podcast, I’m building Nojo — a bold, better-for-you sauce brand made to inject real flavour into your day.As a little thank you for tuning in, get 20% off at nojolondon.co.uk with the code DONOTDISTURB20.Follow Roxie on:@roxienafousiroxienafousi.comFollow Simona on:@greeninlondonwww.donotdisturbpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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