Slow the F*ck Down Podcast

A brutally honest conversation about burnout, grief, ambition and the exhausting pressure to keep proving we’re “fine”. Emma Harris talks with Amy Kean & Annabelle Black on why learning to care less about other people’s opinions might be the key to finally slowing down. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gen-Z disruptor Timo Armoo and veteran CMO Steve Challouma join Emma Harris to dismantle the 'superhuman' expectations of modern leadership. From navigating the physical toll of high-speed exits to the 'Avengers' art of building human-first teams, this incredible live episode explores the reality of comparison fatigue and why the most powerful thing a leader can say is: "It’s not that deep." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lottie Unwin and Joe Glover join Emma Harris to explore the tension between tech and true connection and why community matters more than ever. From burnout to building businesses, they unpack how shifting from sacrifice to prioritisation can release guilt, protect your energy, and help you keep going without burning out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Antoinette Raymond and Mark Earls join Emma Harris to challenge our cultural obsession with productivity and the "industrial age" mindset. From using the "Tits Up" method to understanding how our social nature drives us to overwork, this episode explores how to break habitual cycles and reclaim your agency. This is an unfiltered conversation about why we must prioritize living over the items on our to-do list. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Madeline and David McQueen join Emma Harris to unpack burnout, busyness, and the pressure to always perform. As a coaching power couple, they share real stories of pushing too far, the hidden cost of “busy” leadership, and why slowing down is a strategic advantage.This is an honest conversation about boundaries, resilience, and creating success that actually lasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Claudine Collins and Jon Evans join Emma Harris to talk about the pace of modern work, the pressure to always be “on”, and the wake-up calls that change how we live. From leaving a 38-year career to rebuilding life after crisis, it’s a conversation about success, stress and what we miss when everything moves too fast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Abby Dixon & Dino Myers-Lamptey join Emma Harris to dissect the absolute madness of the marketing industry. We're talking about the multifaceted pressures, the increased accountability, and how the rapid pace of change is leaving many feeling lost. We also dive into why marketing often struggles for leadership in the boardroom and how everyone with a phone thinks they're a marketer, adding to the chaos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amina Folarin & Ndubuisi Uchea join Emma Harris to explore why the marketing industry feels more pressured and crazy than ever. We're getting honest about how the world's divisions and economic struggles are amplifying everything, making people feel unseen and unsafe. We're also tackling the relentless demands on CMOs, the double-edged sword of AI, and the constant struggle to disconnect when work is always in our pockets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Helen Tupper and Adam Morgan join Emma Harris for a Christmas special of the Slow the F*ck Down Podcast. Together, they explore why we confuse more with better, how relentless pace fuels burnout and mediocrity, and why better choices - not harder work - are what actually create impact. From bandwidth and boundaries to leadership, creativity and the cost of dull, this is a conversation about slowing down without losing ambition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sophie Devonshire & Victoria Fox join Emma Harris to unpack the intense pressure and overwhelm that's gripping our industry. We're talking about how rapid tech advancements, relentless ambition, and the sheer force of capitalism have created a "velocity vortex." Plus, we're diving deep into the lasting impact of COVID-19, how it's fuelled our fears, and why we're all struggling to adapt emotionally and operationally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.