Slow the F*ck Down Podcast

In this episode, Jess Myers & Tamara Littleton join Emma Harris to dive into the absolute madness of our "always-on" culture. We're talking about the relentless pace, the constant pressure to do more with less, and how everything from the economy to global politics is just piling on the stress. We discuss the lingering trauma from COVID and how it's completely reshaped our lives, often leaving us feeling like we're working a six-and-a-half-day week. It's tough out there, and we're exploring why and how to stop it.

Julie Doleman & Lianre Robinson join Emma Harris to discuss why our industry feels like it's drinking from a firehose. We're getting real about how the pace has always been frantic, but now it's amplified by recent changes and a lingering sense of uncertainty. Crucially, we're exploring how younger generations are absolutely refusing to accept the "always-on" status quo, forcing a much-needed shift towards prioritising work-life balance and personal well-being.

Sue Unerman & Joel Barnett join Emma Harris to dissect the chaos, stress, and sheer exhaustion that's become the norm. We're talking about the relentless pursuit of "mandatory growth" and how the "Instagram phenomenon" has us constantly comparing ourselves, adding even more pressure. We're also getting into the deep-seated issues within business culture and why it feels like we're all on a burning platform.

Cheryl Calverley & Nicky Kemp join Emma Harris to get real about why we're all on this hamster wheel of burnout and fear. We're calling out the industry's failure to truly embrace change and how outdated structures are making everything worse. This episode is a powerful call to action: it's time to challenge the "always-on" mentality, set some serious boundaries, and reclaim our creativity.

Your first taste of the Slow the F*ck Down Podcast. Emma Harris and her guests deliver powerful insights, unfiltered stories, and moments that will make you laugh, think, and lean in... and that's just the beginning.

Each week, host Emma Harris welcomes bold, brilliant minds - from entrepreneurs and creatives to wellness warriors and business leaders - to share raw, real stories of challenges and breakthroughs. We explore how slowing down (or not!) has shaped their lives, teams, and businesses. In a world speeding up all around us, we bring you ideas, advice, and tools to stop the madness and remind you that by slowing down you can reset, breathe, focus, and grow.