27 episodes

Women’s empowerment guru and social entrepreneur Lynne Franks takes a fortnightly look at what is happening for women in the world today and how we can grow into our full potential as leaders in community, business and as changemakers in the creation of a sustainable, positive future for all.

Love and learn with Lynne’s forthright chats, conversations with inspirational women and men plus simple exercises from her Seed platform to support and nurture you to grow.

Frankly Speaking, with Lynne Franks & Friends Lynne Franks

    • Business
    • 3.9 • 11 Ratings

Women’s empowerment guru and social entrepreneur Lynne Franks takes a fortnightly look at what is happening for women in the world today and how we can grow into our full potential as leaders in community, business and as changemakers in the creation of a sustainable, positive future for all.

Love and learn with Lynne’s forthright chats, conversations with inspirational women and men plus simple exercises from her Seed platform to support and nurture you to grow.

    Daniella Milton, Founder and President of Hollywood’s Groundbreaking Creative Business, The Milton Agency

    Daniella Milton, Founder and President of Hollywood’s Groundbreaking Creative Business, The Milton Agency

    In this episode of Frankly Speaking with Lynne Franks, Lynne is joined by her friend Daniella Milton, who founded Hollywood’s top hair and makeup agency, The Milton Agency. Daniella tells the story of of her journey from being a star-struck teenage PR assistant working for Lynne in the 80s to running her own successful international business where she represents the best talent in Make-Up & Prosthetics Artists, Hair Stylists, Steadicam Operators & Costume for Film and TV. 
    The Milton Agency is now the benchmark in its industry. Listen to Daniella and Lynne discuss how to lead with integrity and authenticity; what makes a good agent, and how learning your craft well will give you the confidence to succeed. 
    Visit the Milton Agency website here. 
    Follow the Milton Agency on Instagram here. 
    If you like what you hear, and want to find out more about our community of like-minded women who believe in living and working in alignment with the feminine values of collaboration, authenticity and most of all, love, you can learn more at https://seednetwork.com.
    You can find Lynne on Instagram at @lynnejfranks, Facebook @lynnefranksobe,  Twitter @Lynne_Franks ,  LinkedIn @Lynne Franks OBE.
    Music by Joolz Barker

    • 43 min
    with Fashion Designer, Activist & Political Artist Katharine Hamnett

    with Fashion Designer, Activist & Political Artist Katharine Hamnett

    In this episode of Frankly Speaking with Lynne Franks, Lynne is joined by her long time friend of 53 years, fashion designer, activist and political artist, Katharine Hamnett.  Katharine is the inventor of the slogan t-shirt, an icon of the 1980's, and an early champion of sustainability in the fashion industry. She has influenced both British popular culture and politics through the strength of her work.
    Breaking rules of the conventions of the fashion industry, there was always something new and exciting going on when Lynne and Katharine worked together. At a time when she was the most copied fashion designer of the time, she decided to create t-shirts with large type slogans like the now famous “ Choose Life” t-shirt, hoping that the messages would be spread far and wide.
    “Make the words so big you can’t not see them from a distance. Then when you read them, you’ve had it. The words are inside your brain, and you’ve got no defences.” Katharine Hamnett
    Listen as they discuss the origins of the now famous slogan t-shirts, her confrontation with Margaret Thatcher, her work championing the organic cotton trade, and her recent work with Help Refugees and We Are The Future.
    To learn more about Katharine Hamnett for the UN Global Goals go here where you can also watch the music video.
    To learn more about Katharine Hamnett you can do so here. 
    If you’d like to design your own message t-shirt, do send me your slogan at info@lynnefranks.com. The winner will be shown to Katharine and will receive one of our Power of Seven t-shirts. 
    If you like what you hear, and want to find out more about our community of like-minded women who believe in living and working in alignment with the feminine values of collaboration, authenticity and most of all, love, you can learn more at https://seednetwork.com.
    You can find Lynne on Instagram at @lynnejfranks, Facebook @lynnefranksobe,  Twitter @Lynne_Franks ,  LinkedIn @Lynne Franks OBE.
    Music by Joolz Barker

    • 47 min
    with Wellbeing and Organic Food Campaigner Jo Wood

    with Wellbeing and Organic Food Campaigner Jo Wood

    In this episode of Frankly Speaking with Lynne Franks & Friends, Lynne is joined by her friend the organic beauty brand founder, natural foods activist and author, Jo Wood.

    • 38 min
    with Stella Duffy

    with Stella Duffy

    Lynne is joined by her friend Stella Duffy, discussing her multi-faceted career, from actor to director to author to practising psychotherapist. They also discuss their close family connection and Stella’s journey to health and personal happiness.

    • 1 hr 5 min
    Storytelling and creativity with Marneta Viegas

    Storytelling and creativity with Marneta Viegas

    Lynne is joined by her friend Marneta Viegas.

    • 41 min
    Learning from the Wisdom of the Bees with Paula Carnell on World Bee Day

    Learning from the Wisdom of the Bees with Paula Carnell on World Bee Day

    Lynne is joined by her friend “Bee Queen” Paula Carnell, for a special World Bee Day episode.

    • 1 hr 1 min

Customer Reviews

3.9 out of 5
11 Ratings

11 Ratings

Freds-nads ,

Great, thought provoking podcast.

Really enjoyed the MP Stella Creasy podcast.

Two powerhouses’ of women.

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