Bloom Talks is a podcast show bringing you guest speakers talking about the topics that really matter for women in the communications industry and beyond.

Meet the presenter:

Susi Castle is a marketer and the founder of Anders & True, a strategic marketing consultancy, with over a decade of experience helping businesses achieve measurable results. A WACL Talent Award winner and Patricia Mann Award winner, she's been part of the Bloom community since 2017, and for four years, a member and proud mentor.

As host of Bloom Talks, Susi loves asking unexpected questions and celebrating people's successes. Diagnosed with autism and ADHD later in life, she brings a unique perspective to every conversation – one that helps her spot connections others might miss.

When she's not building brands with her consultancy clients, she's helping professionals get comfortable with discomfort to push them to ever greater growth.

ADHD Awareness: Understanding the Challenges and Championing the Strengths

In this episode of Bloom Talks, Susi & Britt share their lived experiences of having ADHD - how it can shape your work life and the unique strengths it brings to the table. Britt busts some myths about ADHD and talks us through both the challenges and advantages of being ADHD/ND in professional environments, shining a light on the areas that are less known about and what that can mean for ADHDers in the workplace. Britt and Susi discuss diagnosis and Britt shares her journey as well as some quick, actionable tips for leaders and colleagues to foster true inclusivity. Most importantly, we celebrate the creativity, energy and all the good that often comes with ADHD.

Britt Sarony is a Creative Catalyst, Strategic thinker, expert problem-solver, and Neurodiversity & Age Consultant, with 25 years in advertising, recognised for her award-winning work. She specialises in reframing problems as opportunities, challenging assumptions, and delivering breakthrough ideas and solutions fast. A late-diagnosed ADHDer, she co-won Creative Equals’ first Disabled Creatives pitch for Guinness Six Nations rugby, then developed an insight-led inclusion initiative for Disabled and neurodivergent fans. She has chaired panels on self-advocacy and burnout and co-led Bloom ND for three years. Britt empowers brands, organisations and individuals to unlock their potential through insight, ideation, and neuroinclusive thinking. She champions the value of ND workers; late-diagnosed women and, freelancers.

CREDITS -

Host - Susi Castle

Contributor - Britt Sarony

Post production - Laura Gran, Naz Erten, Gina Miller

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Bloom Talks is a podcast show bringing you guest speakers talking about the topics that really matter for women in the communications industry and beyond.

Meet the presenter:

Susi Castle is a marketer and the founder of Anders & True, a strategic marketing consultancy, with over a decade of experience helping businesses achieve measurable results. A WACL Talent Award winner and Patricia Mann Award winner, she's been part of the Bloom community since 2017, and for four years, a member and proud mentor.

As host of Bloom Talks, Susi loves asking unexpected questions and celebrating people's successes. Diagnosed with autism and ADHD later in life, she brings a unique perspective to every conversation – one that helps her spot connections others might miss.

When she's not building brands with her consultancy clients, she's helping professionals get comfortable with discomfort to push them to ever greater growth.

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage and the Call for Visibility

In this episode of Bloom Talks, we explore what it means to celebrate Latin heritage in a space where visibility often feels limited. Recorded shortly after Hispanic Heritage Month, this conversation features Kelly Cuesta, Bloom's co-lead of Bloom in Colour, who shares her experiences as a Latina professional living in London and the challenges that come with not being visible in data and cultural representation. From navigating limited identity options on official forms to finding pride and power in her heritage, this discussion highlights why visibility matters and how community and culture can be incredible sources of strength.

Kelly Cuesta is a bilingual, multi-award-winning marketing and communications consultant, social impact leader, and DEIB advocate with over a decade of experience in the tech industry. Currently serving as Director and Founder of Latinas in Tech in Spain, she is known for creating inclusive cultures that empower women and underrepresented talent to thrive. Originally from Ecuador and based between in London, Kelly is passionate about transforming narratives around leadership, visibility, and belonging — especially for women in tech, migrant professionals, and non-native English speakers navigating global industries.

CREDITS -

Host - Susi Castle

Contributor - Kelly Cuesta

Post production - Naz Erten, Gina Miller

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

Bloom Talks is a podcast show bringing you guest speakers talking about the topics that really matter for women in the communications industry and beyond.

Meet the presenter:

Susi Castle is a marketer and the founder of Anders & True, a strategic marketing consultancy, with over a decade of experience helping businesses achieve measurable results. A WACL Talent Award winner and Patricia Mann Award winner, she's been part of the Bloom community since 2017, and for four years, a member and proud mentor.

As host of Bloom Talks, Susi loves asking unexpected questions and celebrating people's successes. Diagnosed with autism and ADHD later in life, she brings a unique perspective to every conversation – one that helps her spot connections others might miss.

When she's not building brands with her consultancy clients, she's helping professionals get comfortable with discomfort to push them to ever greater growth.

Why Menopause Matters: Knowing Your Body and Owning the Change

In this episode, Susi talks to Kerry, Bloom's Head of Membership, about why Menopause awareness is so important. It is a natural transition that 51% of people will go through, but it's often misunderstood or overlooked. Kerry helps demystify the experience from highlighting the vast range of symptoms, to recognising what’s happening in your body. She discusses the importance of education, open conversations, and supportive workplaces, reminding listeners that knowledge and advocacy are key to navigating this chapter with confidence and care.

Kerry Nortcliffe is the founder of Full Beam which sets out to shine a light on Mental Wellbeing. She spent over 20 years working in Media at start-ups and large corporations before qualifying as a therapist. Full Beam is on a mission to make workplaces more empathetic places with better communication, increased support and reduced stress through a series of programs and workshops. She also developed the workshop Menstrual Cycle to Work which aims to reduce the stigma of discussing Menstrual Health in the workplace through education and support. She launched this after experiencing early menopause and not feeling she could access the support she needed at work.

CREDITS -

Host - Susi Castle

Contributor - Kerry Nortcliffe

Post production - Naz Erten, Gina Miller

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