S23 Ep9: Katie Piper OBE — Broadcaster, Author & Charity Campaigner: On beauty, bravery and unbreakable spirit

About this episode

Katie Piper shares her journey of resilience and redefining beauty after surviving an acid attack.

In this inspiring episode, Holly is joined by Katie Piper OBE — author, TV presenter, charity campaigner and a shining example of resilience and hope. From a happy childhood in Hampshire, to surviving a devastating acid attack in her twenties, Katie shares how she refused to let trauma define her, choosing instead to rebuild her life with courage, compassion and self-acceptance. With warmth and honesty, Katie reflects on motherhood, ageing and redefining beauty and identity — particularly in the way women grow older. Her latest book, Still Beautiful: On Age, Beauty and Owning Your Space, shares the secrets of recognising your worth, cultivating lasting confidence and discovering the true beauty of ageing. She explores what it truly means to live authentically and to celebrate individuality. This conversation is a heartfelt celebration of resilience. It touches on the beauty of living life on your own terms — a reminder that even after unimaginable hardship, we all have the power to rebuild, redefine and shine from within.

People in this episode

Guest: Katie Piper OBE

Topics covered

• beauty
• bravery
• resilience
• motherhood
• identity
• self-acceptance

Keywords

• courage
• compassion
• individuality
• authenticity
• confidence

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Still Beautiful: On Age, Beauty and Owning Your Space

Books & works: Still Beautiful: On Age, Beauty and Owning Your Space

Places: Hampshire

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