The Story So Far with Carla

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Join me as I interview everyday guests with a story to tell. I hope that these stories are relatable, can resonate and maybe even inspire you to do that thing you've been putting off. 

Episodes

  1. 4D AGO

    Committed to living in the moment. Hannah Laidler talks about life as an SMA Mummy.

    Hannah and I found each other on social media a while back, and the more I watched, the more I loved seeing how committed she was to raising awareness of SMA. Yet remaining so present where she's needed most, with her boys.  In the week prior to this podcast release, Lawson celebrated his first birthday. A milestone that without treatment, he may never have reached.  It was a pleasure to sit down with Hannah and of course my extra VIP guest Lawson, and I can't wait to continue to watch him grow in the months ahead.  You can follow Hannah on both TikTok and Instagram, @hannahlaidlerxo Support the show Want to keep up to date with who's to come on future episodes? Find me over on socials by searching @the.honest.mummy If you have a story to share, have a guest suggestion or want to find out about sponsorship pop me over an email at carla@thehonestmummy.co.uk my inbox is always open!

    27 min

  2. 11/24/2025

    "If you don't want it that much, you'll give up when things get hard." Lois, who has just recently launched her second business at 28, shares her story so far.

    I first came across Lois on Instagram not long after I'd started my own page, she was one of the first content creators I knew of to take on the wedding market, creating @thesocialyouseek and allowing couples to get all those BTS videos from their special day.  Fast forward a few years, and her business has evolved. After seeing a gap in the market, and with the help of her Dad, together they've opened @thestudioyouseek which provides a space for content creation for businesses too.  I was very lucky to get to record the first episode in the studio, and of course it had to be with the lovely Lois herself.  She may be young, but she's focussed with a vision and I can't wait to see how the studio evolves over the next few years.  Support the show Want to keep up to date with who's to come on future episodes? Find me over on socials by searching @the.honest.mummy If you have a story to share, have a guest suggestion or want to find out about sponsorship pop me over an email at carla@thehonestmummy.co.uk my inbox is always open!

    40 min

  3. 10/28/2025

    "Why should there be a bar in hairdressing?"... Danielle's mission to reach beyond the 'limit' hairdressers are led to believe is possible.

    I recently sat down with the lovely Danielle Polompo to learn about her journey from declaring herself homeless, to hairdressing mentor.  Danielle shared her very personal story with me, which she has given full permission for me to share. This is of course a cut down version and it goes without saying that she has been on some journey to get to where she is today.  Therapy, self development and a positive mindset, are some of the tools she's used to help create success and I can't wait to see what's to come for her in the future.  Danielle's mission is to change some of the attitudes in the hair industry and to encourage fellow hairdressers to know their worth.  Since being the little girl who was asked, "are you sure that's what you want to do?" Hairdressing has always been her passion, and she's just getting started.  Support the show Want to keep up to date with who's to come on future episodes? Find me over on socials by searching @the.honest.mummy If you have a story to share, have a guest suggestion or want to find out about sponsorship pop me over an email at carla@thehonestmummy.co.uk my inbox is always open!

    1 hr

  4. 09/29/2025

    Sammy's business took a toll on both her physical and mental health, causing her to have a mini stroke. Here's how she overcame her business struggles.

    Once again, as a follower looking in from the outside, I had no idea what Sammy went through go get her businesses to where they are today.  Another example of how you never really know what a person has gone through until you sit down and have a conversation with them. Sammy's made a promise to herself to never be in that position again.  You can follow her story by searching @s.a.m.m.y.m.a.c and her salons can be found at @heritagesalons Support the show Want to keep up to date with who's to come on future episodes? Find me over on socials by searching @the.honest.mummy If you have a story to share, have a guest suggestion or want to find out about sponsorship pop me over an email at carla@thehonestmummy.co.uk my inbox is always open!

    46 min

  5. 09/08/2025

    "You have to take action for it to work..." Nicola on fighting darkness, finding strength and inspiring change.

    TRIGGER WARNING: This episode covers suicide and mental health struggles. If that's something you'd rather not to listen to right now, please feel free to skip and come back when you're ready.  I've known Nicola for many years now, and knew when I wanted to launch my own podcast, I'd be asking her to come on as a guest. Luckily she said yes, and we sat in my garden on possibly the hottest day of summer. Nicola is a big character, with a big heart. And although her social feeds consist of inspiring and motivational posts, it goes without saying that she's had her own struggles. Even then, she continued to show up for others, before realising change had to happen.  You can find her using @iam_nbfitness to follow along her journey.  Here is Nicola's story so far, I hope you enjoy it. Nicola's Book Recommendations Let Them: Mel Robbins Never Split the Difference: Chris Voss Good Vibes, Good Life: Vex King Atomic Habits: James Clear Relentless: Tim S Grover Support the show Want to keep up to date with who's to come on future episodes? Find me over on socials by searching @the.honest.mummy If you have a story to share, have a guest suggestion or want to find out about sponsorship pop me over an email at carla@thehonestmummy.co.uk my inbox is always open!

    40 min

  6. 08/18/2025

    "Failure was never an option..." How Sam turned her love for spray tanning into a golden legacy.

    I've been following Sam and her Brown Sugar journey for quite some time on my social pages and I knew in the early days of this podcast that she'd be someone I'd hope to sit down with some day.  Luckily for me, I managed to grab a spot in her calendar and hear her story so far.  Sam's social feed features some of the people she has been lucky to work with on her journey so far, but what I noticed most, is that these opportunities haven't taken her away from where she began her empire.   The loyalty she has to her clients is truly special and you can see just how much she appreciates everyone who walks through her door.  If you want to follow along her journey search @brownsugarbysammilne Support the show Want to keep up to date with who's to come on future episodes? Find me over on socials by searching @the.honest.mummy If you have a story to share, have a guest suggestion or want to find out about sponsorship pop me over an email at carla@thehonestmummy.co.uk my inbox is always open!

    1h 1m

  7. 07/07/2025

    "I have one goal professionally, to see children grow into in-tune adults." How being a chiropractor is so much more to Aurélie than cracks & clicks.

    I first met Aurélie two years ago when I took our youngest girl for a check up.  It wasn't the easiest day, hearing how her body wasn't aligned and how various things were out of place but Aurélie provided a safe space, support and a way forward for our now almost 4 year old whom I can barely keep up with on a day to day basis! I wanted to hear about her journey to where she is today and I am so glad she agreed to come on to the podcast. She also invited me into her beautiful home and was the perfect host for our recording.  Here is Aurélie's story so far. I hope you enjoy it.  To find out more about her clinic and the services provided visit: https://chirobliss.org/en/ Support the show Want to keep up to date with who's to come on future episodes? Find me over on socials by searching @the.honest.mummy If you have a story to share, have a guest suggestion or want to find out about sponsorship pop me over an email at carla@thehonestmummy.co.uk my inbox is always open!

    50 min

  8. 06/16/2025

    From viral moments to lasting growth, the journey that helped Sinead find her confidence.

    I came across Sinead's account whilst I was scrolling the day away one evening and have been a fan of her content since.  Who I watched online, was quite different to who walked through my door, and it just goes to show that there's so much more to a person than what we see 'on the grid'.  I loved meeting Sinead, and I found her story fascinating. She's a young woman who is navigating this fast paced social world in her stride and I can't wait to see where she is in five years time.  Support the show Want to keep up to date with who's to come on future episodes? Find me over on socials by searching @the.honest.mummy If you have a story to share, have a guest suggestion or want to find out about sponsorship pop me over an email at carla@thehonestmummy.co.uk my inbox is always open!

    46 min

  9. 05/26/2025

    How Fran's frontline role led her to sharing her first aid tips with the northeast.

    I first spoke with Fran over a year ago and a few months later, she joined me at an event. She spoke about First Aid, and everyone commented on how well she presented her information. Join me to hear Fran's story so far. If you'd like to find out more about the courses she offers, visit www.littlelivesfirstaid.co.uk Support the show Want to keep up to date with who's to come on future episodes? Find me over on socials by searching @the.honest.mummy If you have a story to share, have a guest suggestion or want to find out about sponsorship pop me over an email at carla@thehonestmummy.co.uk my inbox is always open!

    22 min

  10. 05/05/2025

    From heels to home interiors, Nikki Brown shares her Westholme story!

    When I first had the idea of this podcast, I made a list in my notebook of who I'd love to have on as a guest. Nikki featured on there, and as a busy woman, I wasn't sure I'd get the time to sit down with her.  She was one of the first to agree and I was so grateful that she gave up two hours of her day to chat to me.  Join me to hear her story so far. Nikki is quite the woman, and for me it was so interesting to hear her journey.  She's kindly offered 10% off for listeners. Use the code Honestmummy10 over at Westhome Interiors. (Can only be used once per customer) Support the show Want to keep up to date with who's to come on future episodes? Find me over on socials by searching @the.honest.mummy If you have a story to share, have a guest suggestion or want to find out about sponsorship pop me over an email at carla@thehonestmummy.co.uk my inbox is always open!

    1h 9m

  11. 05/03/2025

    An Introduction...

    What better way to kick off a Podcast than with an Introduction.  Maybe this is the first time you've came across my name, or you're eager to know what this Podcast is all about (after hearing about me talk about it for so long over on my socials!).  Hopefully this gives you a little insight, I'm so excited to begin this journey and meet lots of people along the way.  Support the show Want to keep up to date with who's to come on future episodes? Find me over on socials by searching @the.honest.mummy If you have a story to share, have a guest suggestion or want to find out about sponsorship pop me over an email at carla@thehonestmummy.co.uk my inbox is always open!

    6 min
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About

Join me as I interview everyday guests with a story to tell. I hope that these stories are relatable, can resonate and maybe even inspire you to do that thing you've been putting off. 

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  • Creator
    Carla
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Story So Far with Carla
  • Show Website
    The Story So Far with Carla

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