The Nail Girl: Unpolished

Donna Dennell
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I’m Donna, and I’m here to talk all things women and nails, and everything in between. I’ve been a Nail Tech (and a low key therapist) for 5 years, and I’ve learnt a LOT about women. So let me delve into my life in the industry, the laughs, the chats, the tears, the dramas. And Everything else that comes along with being a woman!

Episodes

  1. Ep 10: Reflection & Gratitude, With a Little Creative Block... And MAFS

    10/20/2025

    Ep 10: Reflection & Gratitude, With a Little Creative Block... And MAFS

    Guys, we have got to episode 10! What a moment to celebrate! And how do we celebrate? With an episode I struggled with the most! In the midst of impending Christmas chaos, a little creative block has taken over. But how do we overcome it, by going a little rogue on an episode journey. Pushing the creative block to the side, it felt important to talk reflection, and practicing your gratitude. No matter how small that token of gratitude is, it all counts. From little tips on how we can eliminate a little bit of stress, to MAFS and scary tech, it's another journey of deep chats and tree analogies. So grab a cuppa or a wine, and lets get "Unpolished". I am forever grateful for every single listen, like and love! And if you want to connect, then give me a follow on my socials. All the details are below. Donna. x Instagram @thenailgirlunpolished @thenailgarden23 @thenailghq TikTok @thenail.g

    24 min
  2. Ep 9: REAL Life With A New born: Beyond The Bubble

    10/06/2025

    Ep 9: REAL Life With A New born: Beyond The Bubble

    Hi guys! Its that day again, and I am back with Episode 9 of The Nail Girl: Unpolished. This ep is a chat about the realities behind bringing your new born baby home. Lets go beyond the "bubble", lets get real. Its hard! And it's totally OK to say that. I go from trying to conceive, to lonely late night feeds, and how it can be isolating, overwhelming and a period of grief! And all of this is normal. I am here to tell you, you're doing an amazing job! So grab a cuppa or a wine, and lets get "Unpolished". I am forever grateful for every single listen, like and love! And if you want to connect, then give me a follow on my socials. All the details are below. Donna. x Instagram @thenailgirlunpolished @thenailgarden23 TikTok @thenail.g

    30 min
  3. Ep 8: Making Big Decisions, Wearing Big Girl Pants

    09/22/2025

    Ep 8: Making Big Decisions, Wearing Big Girl Pants

    Hey lovely listeners! I am back with Episode 8 of The Nail Girl: Unpolished, and today lets chat "Big Decisions, Big Girl Pants". My aim is to remind you that we don't have to fear these big life decisions, maybe its come along your path for a reason. The right reason. The universe works in weird and wonderful ways, so we should learn to trust the process, and take a leap of faith. Don't fear it, embrace it. Whether that's in life or in business. So grab a cuppa or a wine, and lets get "Unpolished". I am forever grateful for every single listen, like and love! And if you want to connect, then give me a follow on my socials. All the details are below. Donna. x Instagram @thenailgirlunpolished @thenailgarden23 TikTok @thenail.g

    25 min
  4. Ep 7: Behind The Scenes of Life - Lets Talk More... About Spiders

    09/08/2025

    Ep 7: Behind The Scenes of Life - Lets Talk More... About Spiders

    Hello lovely people! And welcome back to Episode 7. What a journey its been so far. I'm Donna, a Tech Nail, a mother, empire builder. And all round good soul. Bringing you deep chats and weird tangents every fortnight. Episode 7 is all about our lives behind the scenes. The bits, or should I say mammoth moments, that we often keep quiet about and just troop through. We should be talking more, sharing the bad days. But then a spider with missing legs makes me reconsider it all! Its a crazy one this week! But I guess that's part of the fun! So grab a cuppa or a wine, and lets get "Unpolished". I am forever grateful for every single listen, like and love! And if you want to connect, then give me a follow on my socials. All the details are below. Donna. x Instagram @thenailgirlunpolished @thenailgarden23 TikTok @thenail.g

    24 min
  5. SOS! I Think I'm Perimenopausal!

    08/25/2025

    SOS! I Think I'm Perimenopausal!

    Hey you lovely people! I am back with Episode 6 of The Nail Girl: Unpolished. And what a topic I have. One word, but so many challenges... PERIMENOPAUSE. You might already know its happening, or maybe you can't put a finger on why you're feeling a certain way. Tune in for an insightful chat about the wonderful years that are the Perimenopause. The good, the bad and the damn right ugly! I am "Unpolishing" the hardships that this period (pardon the pun) of life can bring, but also, what can we do to help with that self-confidence loss, and how we can OWN being in this stage of life. So grab a cuppa or a wine, and lets get "Unpolished". I am forever grateful for every single listen, like and love! And if you want to connect, then give me a follow on my socials. All the details are below. Donna. x Instagram @thenailgirlunpolished @thenailgarden23 TikTok @thenail.g

    25 min
  6. Ep 5: Social/Unsocial media Talks: The Games, The Girl Gangs, The Goats

    08/11/2025

    Ep 5: Social/Unsocial media Talks: The Games, The Girl Gangs, The Goats

    Hello guys! And welcome to another episode of The Nail Girl: Unpolished. Today, lets talk social/unsocial media!! The fun times, the hard times, and the algorithm game we all have to play , if we want to succeed. I'm joined by my sister, Holli, who has smashed her social media. Holli has over 50k followers on Instagram, and she knows the social media rules! She has built a beautiful account, sharing corners of her home. As well keeping true to herself, honest and open. So grab a cuppa or a wine, and lets get "Unpolished".I am forever grateful for every single listen, like and love! And if you want to connect, then give us a follow . All the details are below. Donna & Holli. x Holli's Socials: Instagram & TikTok @athomewithholli Donna's Socials: Instagram @thenailgirlunpolished @thenailgarden23 TikTok @thenail.g

    49 min
  7. Ep 4: The Self-Love Club & A Little Nail Joy

    07/28/2025

    Ep 4: The Self-Love Club & A Little Nail Joy

    Happy Monday guys, its Episode 4 of The Nail Girl: Unpolished! When was the last time you took a moment for you? Just 20 minutes of time for yourself? We find it so easy to take care of everyone and everything, but when it comes to ourselves, we are bottom of the list. In this episode, I am bringing you back to you! Reminding you to put yourself on that 'to-do list'. With some simple little self-care moments, you can achieve a new level of self love, that you might be lacking. And it doesn't have to cost you the earth. So grab a cuppa or a wine, and lets get "Unpolished". I am forever grateful for every single listen, like and love! And if you want to connect, then give me a follow on my socials. All the details are below. Donna. x Instagram @thenailgirlunpolished @thenailgarden23 TikTok @thenail.g

    22 min
  8. Ep 3: Launch That Business: Your Hustle Startup Guide

    07/14/2025

    Ep 3: Launch That Business: Your Hustle Startup Guide

    Welcome back to The Nail Girl Unpolished, for Episode 3! Do you have a business idea? A little side hustle you want to bring to life, or even make it your main show? Stop dreaming, and start doing. This episode is the pep talk you didn't know you needed. Join me for a guide on how you can bring it all to life. And it doesn't have to cost the earth. I will provide you with some tips and truths on how you can make your idea come to life. Trust me, you can do this!!! So grab a cuppa or a wine, and lets get "Unpolished". I am forever grateful for every single listen, like and love! And if you want to connect, then give me a follow on my socials. All the details are below. Donna. x Instagram @thenailgirlunpolished @thenailgarden23 TikTok @thenail.g

    27 min
  9. Ep 2: Nail Fails, Mam Fails, Life Fails

    06/30/2025

    Ep 2: Nail Fails, Mam Fails, Life Fails

    Hey! I'm back with Episode 2 of The Nail Girl: Unpolished. In this episode, I am unpolishing alllllll the fails. Because lets face it, we have them everyday! And they can often grind you down. So lets unravel some of the nail tech fails, the parenting fails and all the other little rubbish moments, we have to endure. But I am here to remind you that its OK, and you can and will move on from them. Whether its wrote you off for the week, or its just started your day off on the wrong foot, you will bounce back, and eventually laugh. I promise. So grab a cuppa or a wine, and lets get "Unpolished". As always, I am forever grateful for every single listen, comment, like, follow! And if you want to connect, then give me a follow on my socials. All the details are below. Donna. x Instagram & TikTok @thenailgirlunpolished @thenailgarden23

    29 min
  10. Ep 1: The Nail Garden Grew - How I Started Painting Tiny Artworks

    06/16/2025

    Ep 1: The Nail Garden Grew - How I Started Painting Tiny Artworks

    Hi!! And welcome to episode 1 of The Nail Girl: Unpolished. I am going back in time, and telling the story of how my business, The Nail Garden came to be, and how I went from finance to filling. With 5 years experience of working in the nail industry, through a pandemic, and how I started a business from nothing. Working with incredible women along the way, from my beautiful little cabin, I share the highs and lows of the journey, and why the podcast came to life. So come and join me for some laughs and deep chats, grab a hot drink, or a wine! and lets get "Unpolished". Gratitude and huge thanks for all your support, for tuning in. I would love to hear your thoughts and feedback, so leave a comment, and don't forget to give me a follow! I will be posting updates and content on all my socials, and you can find the details below. Donna. x Instagram & TikTok @thenailgirlunpolished @thenailgarden23

    22 min
  11. Trailer

    05/06/2025

    Trailer

    This is it, the official trailer for my new podcast, The Nail Girl: Unpolished. An exciting journey ahead, filled with meaningful conversations, nail joy and the roller coaster that is the life of a woman and mother. So hit that subscribe button, grab a cuppa, and lets get "Unpolished".

    1 min
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I’m Donna, and I’m here to talk all things women and nails, and everything in between. I’ve been a Nail Tech (and a low key therapist) for 5 years, and I’ve learnt a LOT about women. So let me delve into my life in the industry, the laughs, the chats, the tears, the dramas. And Everything else that comes along with being a woman!

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