The Belonging Chapter

The Belonging Chapter
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This is the podcast that explores the professional and personal “middle chapter” we don’t often talk about ⭐ Hosted by Georgina & Lauren

Episodes

  1. Nov 2

    Finding Confidence After 40: Lynne Meek's Midlife Reinvention

    In this episode of The Belonging Chapter, Georgina and Lauren are joined by Lynne Meek, who spent nearly two decades as a secretary and office manager before reinventing herself as a personal stylist and then founding a thriving online boutique for midlife women. 👗Lynne shares how a creative childhood at a highly academic grammar school left her lacking in confidence, the moment her mum revealed that her art teacher had once begged for her to go to art college, and how a car accident at 47 became the turning point that changed everything. She talks openly about feeling unfulfilled in her 40s, overcoming a fear of public speaking and social media, and why age has nothing to do with starting something new.You'll also hear how Lynne built a family business with her husband and two sons, why getting dressed matters for your mental health, and why women should stop putting themselves last on the list. ✨⏱️ Timestamps00:00 Welcome to The Belonging Chapter01:45 Growing up creative at an academic grammar school05:30 Hitting your 40s and asking "who am I now?"07:30 The art college revelation09:00 The car accident that changed everything14:00 Launching a styling business and facing her fears15:30 A word from our sponsor, Salacia19:30 Clothes, confidence and mental health25:00 Spotting a gap in the market for midlife women29:30 Perimenopause and menopauseA huge thank you to our episode sponsor, Salacia, for supporting The Belonging Chapter. Whether you're a homeowner, contractor or developer, Salacia offer refined bathroom design and technical precision for residential, commercial and hospitality projects. Discover their collections at salacia.co.uk and follow them on Instagram @salacia.gb 🛁🎧 Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to The Belonging Chapter on YouTube and Spotify so you never miss a new chapter, and tell us in the comments: what's the passion you've been quietly keeping to yourself? 💬Follow us on Instagram: @thebelongingchapterYouTube: @TheBelongingChapterSpotify: The Belonging Chapter#TheBelongingChapter #MidlifeReinvention #MidlifeWomen #WomenInBusiness #TunbridgeWells

  2. Oct 29

    Life After Politics: Dame Tracey Crouch on Cancer & Career Change

    From a very normal childhood in Folkestone to MP, Sports Minister and Dame. Dame Tracey Crouch has lived more than one middle chapter. In this episode of The Belonging Chapter, she tells Georgina & Lauren how she built a career in British politics, why she left Westminster after 14 years, and how a breast cancer diagnosis at 44 changed the way she thinks about work, family and life.A huge thank you to our sponsor, Salacia UK, for supporting this episode. Whether you're a homeowner, contractor or developer, Salacia are the go-to for refined bathroom design and technical precision.🌐 https://www.salacia.co.uk📸   / salacia.gb  In this episode, we talk about career change, life after politics, women in leadership, resilience, imposter syndrome and why it's always worth trusting your gut.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Meet Dame Tracey Crouch01:10 From Folkestone to politics A-level03:45 The car park job ask that led to Parliament06:25 Leaving Westminster: motherhood and corporate life09:40 Life after the MP title12:40 Thank you to our sponsor, Salacia UK15:25 What MPs really do for their communities19:00 Breast cancer at 44 and what it taught her24:00 Resilience, sport and imposter syndrome29:00 Why you can have more than one middle chapter31:10 Tracey's advice: go with your gutABOUT THE BELONGING CHAPTERThe Belonging Chapter is a podcast from Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent, hosted by Georgina and Lauren. Each month, we speak with everyday professionals, entrepreneurs, parents, community leaders and creatives about the pivots, setbacks and reinventions that shape the "middle chapter" of life: the moment between who you used to be and who you're becoming.🎧 Listen on Spotify: search "The Belonging Chapter"📸 Instagram:   / thebelongingchapter  ▶️ Subscribe for new episodes every month:    / @thebelongingchapter  #TheBelongingChapter #MidlifeReinvention #CareerChange

  3. Aug 3

    From the Boardroom to The Park: Jennifer Sundberg’s Next Chapter

    Our fifth episode has landed… Join our podcast hosts, Lauren and Georgina, as they chat to Jennifer Sundberg - the entrepreneur who spent two decades building and leading Board Intelligence before stepping away to begin an entirely new chapter. Jennifer shares the story behind her extraordinary business journey, what it takes to build a successful company alongside a co-founder, and why she ultimately chose to turn the lessons she had learned in the boardroom into something meaningful for children. Her latest venture, The Park, helps children develop curiosity, confidence and stronger thinking skills through stories, discussion and outdoor adventure. This is a fascinating conversation about ambition, identity and having the courage to leave behind something you have built in order to create what comes next. The Belonging Chapter invites you to learn with us, laugh with us, and recognise a piece of your own career story in ours. With thanks to our episode sponsors - @Salacia and @Cooper Burnett. Salacia is the trusted name for homeowners, contractors and developers. Combining refined design with technical precision, the team creates spaces that truly belong. Visit salacia.co.uk to begin your next chapter at home. Combining City-level legal expertise with a friendly, personal approach, CooperBurnett provides every client with consistent support from the same trusted lawyer throughout. Visit cooperburnett.com to find out more. Follow us on Instagram @thebelongingchapter www.thebelongingchapter.com

  4. Jul 16

    A New Continent, A New Chapter: With Kirsten Reynecke

    Our 4th episode has landed…Join our podcast hosts - Lauren and Georgina - as they chat to Kirsten Reynecke - an entrepreneur who put her family ahead of her successful business and career and moved continent for a new life in the UK. Testament to her skills in PR her South African clients have moved with her and she is now expanding her knowledge of UK PR. This is a fascinating story of bravery and a mother who has built so much leaving it behind for the greater good of her family. The Belonging Chapter invites you to learn with us, laugh with us, and recognise a piece of your own career story in ours. With thanks to our episode sponsor - Salacia. Salacia are the trusted name for homeowners, contractors and developers. They combine refined design with technical precision to create spaces that truly belong. Visit salacia.co.uk (www.salacia.co.uk) to begin your next chapter at home.Follow us on Instagram @thebelongingchapterwww.thebelongingchapter.com

  5. May 26

    Following Your Passion, Starting Over & Building a Business from the Ground Up

    Following Your Passion, Starting Over & Building a Business from the Ground Up Our third episode has landed… Join podcast hosts Lauren and Georgina as they chat with Joss Miller, a Tunbridge Wells-based interior designer. From a young age, Joss had a flair for interiors, helping her mum style the family home. Although she initially pursued a different career path, she later pivoted to follow what she felt most passionate about. In this episode, Joss shares a fascinating insight into starting a new career later in life - from leveraging connections and gaining hands-on work experience, to saying yes to opportunities, building confidence in who you are, and growing a following on social media. We loved hearing Joss’ story, and we know you will too. The Belonging Chapter invites you to learn with us, laugh with us, and recognise a piece of your own career story in ours. With thanks to our episode sponsor, Salacia — the trusted name for homeowners, contractors and developers. Combining refined design with technical precision, Salacia creates spaces that truly belong. Visit salacia.co.uk to begin your next chapter at home. Follow us on Instagram @thebelongingchapter www.thebelongingchapter.com

  6. May 7

    Resilience, Reinvention & Success - Lynne Gadsden

    Our second episode has landed…Join our podcast hosts - Lauren and Georgina - as they chat to Lynne Gadsden - an award-winning chartered financial planner. Somebody who was destined for success from a young age, she has risen up through the ranks in what is a male-dominated wealth management industry over the past 30 years. All whilst navigating life events such as health setbacks, a divorce and creating a blended family. She recently sold her business and is now in a reflective phase of life where she wants to help others with her insight, ideas and passion. We really enjoyed Lynne’s story and know you will too.The Belonging Chapter invites you to learn with us, laugh with us, and recognise a piece of your own career story in ours. With thanks to our episode sponsor - Salacia. Salacia are the trusted name for homeowners, contractors and developers. They combine refined design with technical precision to create spaces that truly belong. Visit salacia.co.uk (www.salacia.co.uk) to begin your next chapter at home.Follow us on Instagram @thebelongingchapterwww.thebelongingchapter.com

  7. Mar 27

    Meet the hosts - Lauren and Georgina

    Our first launch episode and its a good one… Join our podcast hosts - Lauren and Georgina - and hear about them personally and professionally. From setting up 4 businesses between them, to the importance of finding that person at work who sees the real you and catapults you forward, to realising your life needs more meaning and purpose and pivoting. We’ve certainly both lived! The Belonging Chapter invites you to learn with us, laugh with us, and recognise a piece of your own career story in ours. With thanks to our episode sponsor - Salacia. Salacia are the trusted name for homeowners, contractors and developers. They combine refined design with technical precision to create spaces that truly belong. Visit salacia.co.uk to begin your next chapter at home. www.thebelongingchapter.com

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This is the podcast that explores the professional and personal “middle chapter” we don’t often talk about ⭐ Hosted by Georgina & Lauren

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  • Creator
    The Belonging Chapter
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Explicit
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