Finally Fabulous

Kate McDougle

Welcome to Finally Fabulous, the podcast that encourages you to live boldly, joyfully, and on your own terms! Kate speaks with resilient women who’ve faced adversity, taken risks, and challenged the status quo to pursue happiness & redefine joy. They explore the highs, lows, and pivotal “f**k it” moments that shaped their paths, sharing lessons learned and practical tips. Packed with inspiration and real-life experiences, Finally Fabulous empowers you to tackle your own challenges and finally feel unapologetically fabulous. Eps biweekly Wednesdays @ 8am! Available on YouTube & Apple Podcasts.

  1. Jul 15

    Ep 16: Steph Whitelock "You don’t have to be perfect, you just have to be you.”

    In her 20s, Steph spent years chasing perfection, worrying about what other people thought, and pushing hard to succeed as a musician. But her perspective on life completely shifted when her son was diagnosed with congenital CMV - a common virus that’s harmless for most adults but can affect a baby during pregnancy. In this honest and inspiring conversation, Steph shares how navigating her son’s diagnosis - and a system that often required her to fight for support - uncovered a strength she never knew she had. She talks about finding confidence through adversity, leaving fear and judgement where they firmly belong, the power of community, and how music gave her the courage to fight for her son and step into a new, empowered version of herself.   This episode is a reminder that life rarely goes to plan, but sometimes the hardest chapters become the ones that shape us into the people we're meant to be. ✨ New episodes Wednesday's fortnightly at 8am. ✨Donate to CMV Action here. Donate to Dame Vera Lynn's Children's Charity here. ⁠Episodes also streamed on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube & ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠Stay connected! 🔗 Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠@finallyfabulouspodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Interested in being a guest? Drop me an email ⁠kate@finally-fabulous.com⁠Host: Kate McDougleProduced by: Alice McDougleCo-produced by Matt Williams and Francoise CairnsMixed by Ed WallerEdited by Miri StevensDesign by Alice McDougle

    Ep 16: Steph Whitelock "You don’t have to be perfect, you just have to be you.”

  2. Jul 1

    Ep 15: Emma Sexton | Why freedom is worth designing your life around!

    What happens when you stop waiting for permission and start trusting yourself?For this 15th episode of ‘Finally Fabulous’ I am joined by Emma Sexton: a creative strategist, entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for women - whose life has been shaped by one simple belief: freedom is worth designing your life around. Emma discusses the moments that transformed her life from finding the confidence to trust her own instincts, to navigating one of her toughest life chapters: heartbreak, her dad's cancer diagnosis, and the uncertainty of starting a business, all at the same time. Rather than chasing perfection, Emma learned to see life as an experiment. Every setback became a lesson, every challenge an opportunity to grow, and every bold decision another step towards building a life that felt authentically hers. In our conversation, we explore the realities of entrepreneurship, the power of community, and how creativity can become a powerful form of therapy during life’s most challenging moments. Emma also shares the "f**k it" moments that helped her redefine what fulfilment looks like, such as why freedom became her ultimate measure of success. If you've ever felt like an outsider, questioned the traditional path, or dreamed of designing a life that truly reflects who you are, this conversation is for you. ✨ New episodes Wednesday's fortnightly at 8am. ✨ Emma's website - https://www.emmasexton.com Listen to Emma's podcast here! Episodes also streamed on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube & ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ Stay connected! 🔗 Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠@finallyfabulouspodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interested in being a guest? Drop me an email ⁠kate@finally-fabulous.com⁠ Host: Kate McDougle Produced by: Alice McDougle Co-produced by Matt Williams and Francoise Cairns Mixed by Ed Waller Edited by Miri Stevens Design by Alice McDougle

    Ep 15: Emma Sexton | Why freedom is worth designing your life around!

  3. Jun 17

    Ep 14: Lucie Flynn | The art of reinvention: finally choosing yourself.

    What happens when you've spent most of your life putting everyone else's needs before your own? In this episode, artist, creative entrepreneur and workshop facilitator Lucie Flynn shares her journey from chronic people-pleasing and self-doubt to building a life rooted in confidence, creativity and self-trust. Growing up as a highly sensitive empath, Lucie became so focused on caring for others that she gradually lost touch with herself. From walking away from a career that left her overwhelmed, to leaving a relationship that eroded her confidence, she reflects on the moments that forced her to ask a difficult question: Who am I when I stop living for everyone else? Lucie opens up about rebuilding her identity through art, creating spaces where women feel seen and heard, and the transformative power of setting boundaries, even with the people we love most. Now in her 50s and experiencing a new level of visibility and success, she shares why confidence isn't something you find, but something you build every time you choose yourself. Lucie's story is a reminder that confidence doesn't arrive all at once, it grows every time you stop seeking permission and start trusting yourself. If you've ever struggled with people-pleasing, self-doubt or losing yourself in someone else's expectations, this episode will resonate deeply. ✨ New episodes Wednesday's fortnightly at 8am. ✨Follow Lucie on Instagram @lucie.flynn Check out Lucie's artwork here - https://www.lucieflynnstudio.co.uk ⁠Donate to ESDAS (East Surrey Domestic Abuse services) by clicking this link. Episodes also streamed on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube & ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ Stay connected! 🔗 Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@finallyfabulouspodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interested in being a guest? Drop me an email ⁠kate@finally-fabulous.com⁠ Host: Kate McDougle Produced by: Alice McDougle Co-produced by Matt Williams and Francoise Cairns Mixed by Ed Waller Edited by Miri Stevens Design by Alice McDougle

    Ep 14: Lucie Flynn | The art of reinvention: finally choosing yourself.

  4. Jun 3

    Ep 13: Georgina Bisby | What happens when you stop fighting your ADHD brain?

    What happens when your brain is constantly searching for the next challenge? In this episode, Georgina Bisby shares her journey as an editor, author, presenter, entrepreneur and mum of three, and how a lifelong need to stay busy, stimulated and creating has shaped the way she works and lives. From discovering ADHD and understanding why traditional structures never quite fit, to building a YouTube channel with millions of views during recovery from illness, Georgina talks about turning “what can I do?” into a mindset rather than standing still. She opens up about learning to work with her strengths instead of against them, finding purpose through action, and how that same instinct to learn, adapt and keep moving has influenced everything from her career to parenting and advocacy. Georgina's YouTube channel Follow Georgina on Instagram - @georginabisby_diy Click here to donate to the National Autistic Society ✨ New episodes Wednesday's fortnightly at 8am. ✨ Episodes also streamed on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ Stay connected! 🔗 Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@finallyfabulouspodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interested in being a guest? Drop me an email ⁠kate@finally-fabulous.com⁠ Host: Kate McDougle Produced by: Alice McDougle Co-produced by Matt Williams and Francoise Cairns Mixed by Ed Waller Edited by Miri Stevens Graphics by Don Sheard and Tom Matthews Design by Alice McDougle

    Ep 13: Georgina Bisby | What happens when you stop fighting your ADHD brain?

  5. May 20

    Ep 12: Jay-T | Turning Pain into Power!

    She left home at 16. Walked away from a glamorous life that left her feeling lonely. Became a single mother. And still built a life entirely on her own terms. This week on Finally Fabulous, we’re joined by the incredible Jay-T. Born and raised in East London with Barbados roots, Jay-T is a Head of Culture Transformation, advocate for change, proud mother, and a woman who has never stopped asking herself: “What’s next?” In this powerful conversation, she opens up about trusting her instincts when life no longer fit, rebuilding after difficult chapters, and finding the courage to choose herself again and again. This episode is about resilience, reinvention, and what happens when you refuse to let your circumstances define your future. If you’re feeling stuck, standing at a crossroads, or wondering whether it’s too late to start over, this conversation is your reminder that change is possible and your next chapter could be your best one yet. 🎧 Listen now. ✨ New episodes Wednesday's fortnightly at 8am. ✨ Episodes also streamed on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube & ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ Stay connected! 🔗 Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠@finallyfabulouspodcast ⁠⁠⁠ Interested in being a guest? Drop me an email ⁠kate@finally-fabulous.com⁠ Host: Kate McDougle Produced by: Alice McDougle Co-produced by Matt Williams and Francoise Cairns Mixed by Ed Waller Edited by Miri Stevens Design by Alice McDougle

    Ep 12: Jay-T | Turning Pain into Power!

  6. May 6

    Ep 11: Natasha Kizzie | Be the agent of change!

    What happens when a life that looks successful on paper stops feeling sustainable? In this episode, I sit down with Natasha Kizzie, a senior leader at Google and NCS royalty, to explore what it really takes to reinvent your life. Her career is extraordinary - but beneath it lies a story of burnout, self-awareness and the courage to walk away from what no longer fits. We cover the experiences that shaped her, from therapy in her twenties to imposter syndrome and leadership realities, along with the daily practices that helped her rebuild confidence. This conversation is honest, thought-provoking and deeply empowering - I hope it stays with you long after you’ve listened.  ✨ New episodes Wednesday's fortnightly at 8am. ✨ Episodes also streamed on ⁠⁠⁠Spotify & ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ Stay connected! 🔗 Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠@finallyfabulouspodcast ⁠⁠⁠Interested in being a guest? Drop me an email ⁠kate@finally-fabulous.com⁠ Host: Kate McDougle Produced by: Alice McDougle Co-produced by Matt Williams and Francoise Cairns Mixed by Ed Waller Edited by Miri Stevens Design by Alice McDougle

  7. Apr 22

    Ep 10: Rachelle Williams | Listening to your inner compass & designing a life that fits.

    It’s our tenth episode, woohoooooo! How did we get here?! And for this one, I’m joined by the wonderful and bold Rachelle Williams. Rachelle took the leap from a full time corporate life to the freedom of being self employed in 2021 and is now smashing it as an Agile coach, consultant and workshop leader. She also has ADHD and told us about the journey she’s been on to understand how her brain works and unlock and celebrate her true authentic self.  We discuss the intentional choices she made to create a life that reflected what she wanted, not what society wanted of her, as well as her amazing travels in seeing the world. She also shares her tips on listening to your own compass and how the power of impulsion can overcome that ‘I should’ feeling. This is a conversation about self-reflection, the beauty of neurodiversity and being on a mission to create your ideal life. ✨ New episodes Wednesday's fortnightly at 8am. ✨Episodes also streamed on ⁠⁠YouTube & ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ Stay connected! 🔗 Instagram⁠ ⁠@finallyfabulouspodcast ⁠⁠ Interested in being a guest? Drop me an email ⁠kate@finally-fabulous.com⁠ Host: Kate McDougle Produced by: Alice McDougle Co-produced by Matt Williams and Francoise Cairns Mixed by Ed Waller Edited by Miri Stevens Design by Alice McDougle

  8. Apr 8

    Ep 9: Sharon Wallace | Stepping into ambiguity, overcoming imposter syndrome and leading with integrity

    I’m so excited to share the latest instalment of Finally Fabulous with you. Today’s guest is best described as a Celtic warrior queen - grounded in grit, curiosity and an unwavering commitment to lifting others. I’m joined by Sharon Wallace: mum of four, TEDx speaker and co-founder of LIFT as we Climb.Her career spans the male-dominated tech world of the 90s, building a million-pound direct sales team, and returning to university at 46 to earn her master’s - all while navigating profound personal challenges, including standing beside her son through cancer treatment with extraordinary resilience. We talk intentional leadership, moving beyond diversity to true inclusion, why “imposter syndrome” might actually be growth in disguise, and the power of knowing your core values. This is a conversation about courage, compassion and trusting yourself enough to step into the unknown. New episodes Wednesday's fortnightly at 8am. Episodes also streamed on ⁠YouTube & Apple Podcasts Stay connected!Instagram ⁠@finallyfabulouspodcast ⁠ Interested in being a guest? Drop me an email kate@finally-fabulous.com Host: Kate McDougleProduced by: Alice McDougleCo-produced by Matt Williams and Francoise CairnsMixed by Ed WallerEdited by Miri StevensDesign by Alice McDougle

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Welcome to Finally Fabulous, the podcast that encourages you to live boldly, joyfully, and on your own terms! Kate speaks with resilient women who’ve faced adversity, taken risks, and challenged the status quo to pursue happiness & redefine joy. They explore the highs, lows, and pivotal “f**k it” moments that shaped their paths, sharing lessons learned and practical tips. Packed with inspiration and real-life experiences, Finally Fabulous empowers you to tackle your own challenges and finally feel unapologetically fabulous. Eps biweekly Wednesdays @ 8am! Available on YouTube & Apple Podcasts.

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  • Creator
    Kate McDougle
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Kate McDougle
  • Show Website
    Finally Fabulous