Second Act with Ateh Jewel

A Place in the Sun presenter Laura Hamilton sits down for an intimate chat about navigating life’s biggest plot twists. From renovations and relocations to overcoming public scrutiny following her divorce, Laura gets candid about building her midlife.

She shares hilarious behind-the-scenes stories from her early days at Nickelodeon and meeting Simon Cowell, and explains why she refuses to compromise on her own happiness. Plus, Laura opens up about raising two confident children with "roots and wings," why she’s done with people-pleasing, and why the secret to success isn't just following your path – it's creating your own lane.

Episode Chapters

00:00 – Fashion Rules & How A Place in the Sun Inspires Life Changes

02:24 – The 3 Words Defining Act One: Adventure, Achievement & Family

05:58 – Parenting with "Roots & Wings"

11:15 – Raising Kids On Location & Work-Life Guilt

16:47 – What Does Your "Second Act" Really Look Like?

21:00 – The Realities & Priorities of Co-Parenting

23:18 – Dating Apps, Boundaries & Keeping New Relationships Private

25:15 – Media Rumours, Online Trolls & Fact vs. Fiction

32:18 – Early TV Days: Nickelodeon, Slime & Meeting Simon Cowell

38:55 – Learning to Surrender & Turning Your Passion into a Niche

48:50 – Renovating in Mallorca & Launching a Property Channel

53:18 – Self-Love, Kindness & Handling Negative Comments

57:50 – Managing the Summer Holiday Work Juggle

01:03:48 – Milestone Birthdays, Fitness Shifts & Aging with Confidence

01:08:28 – Advice to My Younger Self: Stop Doubting Yourself

01:10:23 – Empty Nester Dilemma: Decluttering 20 Years of Kid Chaos

Producer: Millie Jackson

Editor: Juliet Walsh

Executive producer: Danielle Lawler
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Sex and relationships therapist Georgina Vass joins Isabel to talk all things intimacy – and how to feel sexy and confident in your body at any age.

Want your question answered by our experts? Email secondactpod@hellomagazine.com with your burning midlife questions.

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Producer: Millie Jackson

Editor: Sonni Hendrickson

Executive producer: Isabel Mohan



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Dragons' Den icon Deborah Meaden reflects on her remarkable journey from a fearless 16-year-old entrepreneur to one of Britain’s most respected business leaders.

Deborah opens up about how growing up with a fiercely independent single mother removed her fear of starting over, the misogyny she faced in the male-dominated world of venture capital, and why women should take complete control of their personal finances.

Second Act is the podcast and community for women in midlife who refuse to fade into the background. Join host, midlifer, mum-of-two and divorcee Ateh Jewel as she navigates her own second act by speaking to celebrity guests about what age means to them, and how they're approaching this new phase of life.

If you've got a question or dilemma you'd like Ateh, her celebrity guests and experts to answer, drop her a line at ⁠secondactpod@hellomagazine.com⁠ and make sure to tune in to hear the answer.

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Producer: Millie Jackson

Editor: Liam Davis

Executive producer: Danielle Lawler

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Chapters

01:50 – Single-Mother Resilience: Growing Up Without the Fear of Failure

03:40 – Dropping Out of Brighton Tech & Learning Through Doing

06:10 – Saving £50 for a Pony at 12 & Early Summer Jobs

08:15 – Playing Business at 7: The Cashier & Car Wash Mindset

09:40 – What Entering the "Second Act" Really Means

10:40 – Boardroom Power Dynamics: Sitting in the Boss's Chair

12:40 – Overcoming Imposter Syndrome & Celebrating Your Wins

16:20 – Financial Literacy for "Queen Agers": Why Midlife Women Need Financial Power

19:40 – Dropping the Sack of Past Mistakes & Driving Forward Momentum

22:45 – How to Start Investing: Platform Tips & Finding Your Market

25:50 – Dragons' Den Success Stories: Dock & Bay Towels vs. Tangle Teezer

28:00 – Tough vs. Hard: Standing Firm for the Greater Good

31:25 – Late-Blooming Entrepreneurs & Finding the Right Timing

34:50 – 33 Years with Paul: Meeting at Butlin's & The Avenue Creamery First Date

37:20 – The Marriage Ultimatums & Choosing Independence

39:35 – Unapologetically Childfree: Challenging Societal Pressures & Tabloid Backlash

43:00 – Argentine Tango & How Strictly Come Dancing Transformed Her Marriage

44:45 – Horse Riding & Cognitive Health: The Power of Animal Connection

47:00 – Living in a Rescue Sanctuary: 6 Horses, 11 Sheep & 3 Dumped Cockerels

49:00 – Climate Activism & Taking Control of Purchasing Power

51:00 – Proudly 67: Rejecting Age Constraints & Climbing Over Locked Gates

53:50 – Advice to Her Younger Self: "Make All the Same Mistakes"

55:50 – Unplugging from Phone Anxiety & Focusing on Global Climate Solutions

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What's the real secret to feeling more confident in yourself? Ateh Jewel is joined by TV star and relationship expert Anna Williamson and HELLO!'s Head of Beauty Cassie Steer for a live panel event at Bluebird Chelsea to discuss how your relationship with yourself and others is the key to reaching your true potential in midlife.

From dropping the burden of people-pleasing and conquering perimenopause anxiety to reinventing your beauty routine and setting boundaries at home, our panel shares unfiltered wisdom, hilarious dating stories, and expert relationship advice. Whether you are stepping back into the workplace, stepping out on the dating scene, or simply reclaiming your time, this episode is a celebration of wisdom, power, and self-love.

This episode is sponsored by L’Oréal Paris True Match Hyaluron Tinted Balm.

Producer: Millie Jackson

Director of Photography: Christian Cometa

Sound Engineer: Sam Chisholm

Executive Producers: Charlie Atkin, Danielle Lawler, Leanne Bayley and Sophie Vokes-Dudgeon

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Comedian and writer Lucy Porter sits down for a delightfully candid, laughter-filled conversation reflecting on her early career navigating the lad-culture of the 2000s, the chronic imposter syndrome that held her back – and how turning 40 unleashed a wave of creative liberation.

Second Act is the podcast and community for women in midlife who refuse to fade into the background. Join host, midlifer, mum-of-two and divorcee Ateh Jewel as she navigates her own second act by speaking to celebrity guests about what age means to them, and how they're approaching this new phase of life.

If you've got a question or dilemma you'd like Ateh, her celebrity guests and experts to answer, drop her a line at ⁠secondactpod@hellomagazine.com⁠ and make sure to tune in to hear the answer.

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Producer: Millie Jackson

Editor: Chelsey Ranore

Executive producer: Danielle Lawler

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