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What does it really take to become a dentist and what happens after you qualify?
In this episode of How To Become A..., Grace speaks to cosmetic dentist, clinic owner and entrepreneur Dr Rhona, who shares her journey from dreaming of dentistry at just 12 years old to building her own award-winning clinic, launching a successful oral care brand and becoming one of the UK's leading voices in cosmetic dentistry.
She explains:
What it's really like to become a dentist
The university and training pathway into dentistry
The difference between NHS and private dentistry
Why cosmetic dentistry completely changed her career

She also shares:
Growing up inspired by healthcare professionals
Why she chose dentistry over medicine
Buying her own dental practice just before the Covid lockdown
Using social media and influencer marketing to grow her clinic
Appearing on Dragon's Den with her oral care brand

Plus, we discuss:
The reality of running a dental business
Financial independence and entrepreneurship
Why prevention is the future of dentistry
Mental health within the profession
Building a personal brand as a healthcare professional

If you're interested in:
Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry
Healthcare careers
Entrepreneurship
Building a personal brand
Women in business
Private practice

This episode is an inspiring look at how clinical expertise, creativity and business can come together to build a truly fulfilling career.
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What does a defence lawyer actually do and what’s it really like defending people in court?
In this episode of How To Become A..., Grace speaks to criminal defence solicitor and law firm founder Shazia, who shares the realities of working in criminal law, building her own legal practice, and dedicating her career to helping people through some of the hardest moments of their lives.
From police stations and courtrooms to running a successful law firm, Shazia explains what it really takes to succeed in one of the most demanding professions.
She explains:
What a defence lawyer actually does
The difference between defence and prosecution
How criminal cases are prepared and argued
What really happens inside a courtroom
The ethics of representing clients
She also shares:
Starting work at just 14 years old
Funding her own education and law degree
Applying for over 140 legal jobs before landing her first role
Building her own law firm around family life
Plus, we discuss:
Why resilience is one of the most important skills in law
Helping vulnerable clients beyond the courtroom
Running a business while raising children
Why success isn't about money—it's about making a difference
If you're interested in:
Criminal law
Becoming a solicitor or barrister
Defence lawyer careers
Starting a law firm
Careers in justice and public service

This episode offers an honest, inspiring look at a career built on determination, ethics and helping others.
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What does it take to build a successful business in one of the world's most misunderstood industries?
In this episode of How To Become A…, Grace speaks with Anna, founder of FrolicMe, an award-winning erotic platform dedicated to female pleasure, healthy sexuality and beautifully produced erotic content.
Leaving behind a successful career in branding and marketing, Anna spotted a huge gap in the market: women weren't being catered for in the world of erotic entertainment. So she decided to change it.
She explains:
Why she founded FrolicMe
The difference between pornography and female-focused erotica
How she built an independent subscription business from scratch
Why creating a trusted brand in the adult industry was her biggest challenge

Anna also shares:
Her background in marketing and advertising
Funding the business herself to maintain complete creative control
Growing FrolicMe into a global platform with millions of visitors
Licensing content to Playboy while staying true to her original vision

Plus, we discuss:
Female pleasure and why it's still overlooked
Breaking down stigma around sex and intimacy
Censorship, payment restrictions and the challenges of running an adult business
Why communication and understanding your own pleasure are key to healthy relationships
How entrepreneurship can be driven by purpose as much as profit

If you're interested in:
Entrepreneurship
Female founders
Sexual wellness
Branding and marketing
Building an online subscription business
Women's health and intimacy
Start-up journeys
Business innovation

This episode is an honest and eye-opening conversation about building a business that challenges outdated ideas, empowers women, and encourages healthier conversations around sex.
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What does it really take to become a Counter Terrorism Bomb Disposal Expert?
In this episode of How To Become A…, Grace sits down with Matt, Head of the Metropolitan Police's Counter Terrorism Bomb Disposal Unit, to uncover one of the most specialised and high-pressure careers in the UK.
From World War II munitions to suspected terrorist devices, Matt explains what his team really does, how they prepare for the unimaginable, and why teamwork, discipline and humility are far more important than Hollywood would have you believe.
We discuss:
What a Counter Terrorism Bomb Disposal Expert actually does
The difference between military and police bomb disposal
How London's specialist unit operates 24/7
The training, skills and mindset required for the role

Matt also shares:
Why he originally wanted to join the Army
Nearly avoiding bomb disposal altogether before discovering he loved it
The intensive training required to qualify
His experiences serving in Northern Ireland, Iraq and Afghanistan
The journey from military bomb disposal officer to leading London's specialist police unit

Plus, we explore:
Why no to explosive devices are ever the same
The importance of remaining calm under pressure
How teams prepare for major incidents and public events
Supporting mental wellbeing in one of the world's most demanding professions
Why asking for help is a strength, not a weakness

If you're interested in:
Counter terrorism
Bomb disposal
Military careers
Police careers
Leadership
Emergency services
Public service
High-pressure decision making

This episode offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes insight into a profession most of us never see—but one that quietly helps keep millions of people safe every day.
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What is a life design coach and how do you redesign your life from the inside out?

In this episode of How To Become A…, Grace speaks to Michelle about combining two completely different worlds: interior design and holistic health coaching.

After spending 17 years in the high-pressure world of workplace design, working on huge projects including Spotify’s London headquarters, Michelle experienced severe burnout during COVID, working 100-hour weeks until her body began physically shutting down.
That moment changed everything.

Michelle shares how she rebuilt her health, retrained as a health coach, and created Interior Self, a unique framework helping women redesign their lives through wellness, nervous system regulation, creativity, and intentional living.

She explains:
What a life design coach actually does
How our environments impact our nervous systems
Why burnout often starts with ignoring the body’s warning signs
The connection between stress, self-worth, and physical symptoms

She also shares:
Growing up struggling with cystic acne and self-image
Working in high-end workplace design in Australia and London
Designing Spotify’s London HQ
How she rebuilt her health after losing her hair during burnout

Plus, we get into:
Creating a “framework for living”
The five pillars of Interior Self
Embodiment practices, dance, and nervous system healing
Why slowing down can completely change your life
If you’re interested in:
Burnout recovery
Health & wellness coaching
Personal development
Interior design & wellbeing
Women’s health
Nervous system regulation
Career pivots & reinvention

This episode is a powerful conversation about self-worth, creativity, healing, and building a life that actually feels good to live.
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