The Midlife Entrepreneur

By Jo Glynn-Smith

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Episodes: 45

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The Midlife Entrepreneur is the podcast for women who are building businesses later in life. Hosted by Jo Glynn-Smith, career transitions expert, coach and entrepreneur, who works with founders every day, each week Jo sits down with a different business owner to unpack the real stories, turning points and hard-won lessons behind their ventures. 


The show also features the 15 Minute Masterclass, where seasoned experts share practical advice designed to help entrepreneurs at every stage. Honest, inspiring and genuinely useful, this is the show that proves it is never too late to back yourself. 


Top 15% of podcasts globally and charting on Apple's Entrepreneurship category. New episodes every Tuesday.


Episode Date
EP36: Maxine Laceby, Co-Founder of Absolute Collagen, from stay-at-home mum to creating one of the UK's fastest-growing direct-to-consumer businesses.
Jun 02, 2026
15 Minute Masterclass: 3 Ways to Scale Your Productivity with AI with Georgie Barrat, AI Expert, Broadcaster, Founder & Creator of The AI Method.
May 26, 2026
EP35: Kate Cotterill, CEO and Co-Founder of She Grows Veg, empowering more people to grow their own.
May 19, 2026
15 Minute Masterclass: 3 Ways to Lead with more Purpose and Positive Impact with Mirry Christie, CEO and Founder of B.Able.
Apr 21, 2026
EP34: Zoe Levey, Editor and Founder of Wildflower Press, publisher of Wildflower Magazine.
Apr 14, 2026
15 Minute Masterclass: 3 Ways to Create Events with Impact with Camilla Newman Co-Founder of Baillie Newman
Apr 07, 2026
EP33: Amanda Hall, Co-Founder of Beck & Hall, a company redefining luxury relocation.
Mar 31, 2026
15 Minute Masterclass: 3 Ways to Maintain Brand Relevance with Rebecca Hopkins, Co-Founder of Balance Me
Mar 24, 2026
EP32: Nadia Hussain, award-winning Hair and Beauty Stylist and Founder of Hair Loving, the British brand helping women manage hair loss through life’s hormonal transitions.
Mar 17, 2026
15 Minute Masterclass: 3 Ways to be Yourself as a Public Speaker with Caroline Goyder, Speaker Coach and Author of Gravitas.
Mar 10, 2026
EP31: Chloë Luxton, Founder and Creative Director of Bramley, a bath, body and wellbeing brand, inspired by the natural world.
Mar 03, 2026
15-Minute Masterclass: 3 Ways to Maximise your Sales Opportunities with Anna Youngson, Founder of Majury Merchandising.
Feb 24, 2026
EP30: Sophie Rowell, interior designer and Founder of Côte de Folk, the celebrated interior design studio known for creating homes with soul.
Feb 17, 2026
15-Minute Masterclass: 3 Ways to Build Loyalty, Community and Trust with Rachel Carvell-Spedding, CEO and Founder of Navygrey
Feb 10, 2026
EP29: Helen Hopkins (AKA the Mealtime Maverick), batch cooking specialist, meal-planning strategist, and women’s wellness expert.
Feb 05, 2026
15-Minute Masterclass: 3 Ways to Elevate Your Networking Skills with Helen Brocklebank, CEO of Walpole
Jan 27, 2026
EP28: Michelle Pughe-Parry de Klerk, founder of The Women’s Chapter®, a purpose-led community championing the economic and personal growth of women in business.
Jan 20, 2026
EP27: Jo shares some exciting news about the upcoming season!
Jan 13, 2026
EP26: Jo Glynn-Smith wraps up the season and hands the mic to Song and Issie!
Dec 17, 2025
EP25: Katherine Elphick, marketing consultant, Shopify expert, and Founder of Elphick & Co, a boutique e-commerce agency helping women-led brands grow online.
Dec 02, 2025
EP24: Emma Pratt, Founder of Elsie and Tom candles, a natural home fragrance and cosmetics brand.
Nov 18, 2025
EP23: Sophie Fawcett, Brand Strategist, Cancer Survivor, and Founder of TONIC, pioneering medical apparel.
Nov 04, 2025
EP22: Carol Lovell, Adventurer and Founder of Stow London, the luxury handbag and accessories brand.
Oct 21, 2025
EP21: Louise Webster, Communications Specialist and Founder of Beyond the School Run, the platform connecting mothers to their skills and talents.
Oct 07, 2025
EP20: Hansine Johnston, Founder and Creative Director of Hansine, a modern bohemian resort wear brand worn by Kate Moss.
Sep 23, 2025
EP19: Joanna Jensen, author, investor and Founder of Child's Farm, the natural, sustainable skincare brand for children.
Sep 09, 2025
EP18: Jo Glynn-Smith wraps up Season 2 with some valuable lessons learned from her guests.
Aug 26, 2025
EP17: Clare Shaw, musician and Founder of Mini Mozart, a music education company offering live classical music classes for babies and toddlers.
Aug 12, 2025
EP16: Emma Knight, award-winning Book Publicist and Founder of Communications Agency, Studio 49
Jul 29, 2025
EP15: Florence Brocklesby, Lawyer and Founder of Bellevue Law, a B Corp boutique law firm rooted in flexibility, integrity and purpose.
Jul 15, 2025
EP14: Priya Downes, Founder and CEO of Nudea, a B Corp Certified underwear and sleepwear brand
Jul 01, 2025
EP13: Ginnie Chadwyck-Healey, Journalist, Stylist and Founder of The FairGround, a digital marketplace for purpose-led brands
Jun 17, 2025
EP12: Anna Foster, Creative Director & Founder of E.L.V. Denim, a global leader in sustainable fashion
Jun 03, 2025
EP11: Julia Collins, Vintage Art Dealer, Founder of Collins and Green Art
May 20, 2025
EP10: Lucy Yeomans, Fashion Tech Entrepreneur, Founder and Co-CEO of Drest
May 08, 2025
EP9: Jo Glynn-Smith wraps up Season 1 with reflections on what she’s learned and the standout insights from her guests.
Apr 15, 2025
EP8: Claire van Bekkum, Communications Specialist and Co-Owner of Monuskin
Apr 08, 2025
EP7: Gabby O'Connor, Essential Oils Expert and Founder of Iris Organics
Mar 25, 2025
EP6: Abigail Wilmore, HR Specialist, CEO and Founder of People Flow
Mar 11, 2025
EP5: Kirsty Raper, Instagram Specialist, Founder of Rebuildagram and Co-Founder of Reels Rockstars
Feb 27, 2025
EP4: Anna Mason, Creative Director and Founder of Anna Mason London
Feb 11, 2025
EP1: Jennifer Mo, Nutritional Formulations Expert and Co-Founder of Pura Collagen
Jan 14, 2025
EP2: Juliet Fallowfield, PR & Podcast Consultant and Founder of Fallowfield & Mason
Jan 14, 2025
EP3: Sasha Wilkins, Broadcaster, Journalist, Antiques Dealer and Founder of Found by Sasha Wilkins
Jan 14, 2025
Welcome to The Midlife Entrepreneur
Sep 24, 2024