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The show hosted by Outlander and Karen Pirie star Lauren Lyle who dives into her contacts book to chat to some of the coolest people of our time about their biggest cultural loves, influences and the female heroes who have shaped their lives. The line-up is massive with award-winning musicians, actors from the biggest and best TV shows, authors and all round legends.
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This week we're joined by a breath of fresh air in human form; Lindsey Holland. From heartbreak to surfing, amazing music discoveries to handsome strangers leaving notes on car windscreens Lauren dives into Lindsey's journey from being lost in London to total Cornwall babe /surf retreat leader/ general force of nature. Sit back and unlock some brand new life goals... if you want them that is, if not just have a laugh while two pals have a bloody wholesome catch-up.Lindsey's recommendations… Rec one: I Feel Bad About My Neck (Nora Ephron)Rec two: The Altar (BANKS) Rec three: Dancing on My Own (Robyn)Subscribe now and never miss an episode. Contact the show on email (shesarecstudios@gmail.com), or on social media we're @shesarec everywhere. Join the Patreon to become a Rec Head and get even more content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's a Glaswegian love-in this week as we welcome musician, model and soon-to-be your favourite Scottish front woman Lucia Fairfull. Lauren and Lucia take a nostalgic trip through the streets of Glasgow (via some pretty horrible Scottish phrases) to bring you an assortment of life choices and recommendations that is dripping in more Scottish heritage than a can of IRN-BRU wearing a kilt on Burns night.Plus we hear about what it's like to be on the road with the likes of Wolf Alice and The Last Dinner Party, as well as discover Lucia's destiny of playing Cher on the big screen.Lucia's Recs are... Rec One: Sunwise (Brìghde Chaimbeul)Rec Two: Hagtale (Sally O'Reilly)Rec Three: Return (Katy J Pearson)Subscribe now and never miss an episode. Contact the show on email (shesarecstudios@gmail.com), or on social media we're @shesarec everywhere. Join the Patreon to become a Rec Head and get even more content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Actor, bull rider, American football player, personal trainer; this week's guest Alex Fine has lived many lives.Riding the coattails of a BAFTAs induced hangover Alex dives into anecdotes about his life on and off screen, being introduced to Lauryn Hill by his mum and an eclectic gym playlist. There's also time to find out about how he ended up in LA County Jail for three days by mistake, obviously.Alex's recs are... Rec 1: The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill (Lauryn Hill) Rec 2: Past Lives (Celine Song)Rec 3: His wife, mum and grandmaSubscribe now and never miss an episode. Contact the show on email (shesarecstudios@gmail.com), or on social media we're @shesarec everywhere. Join the Patreon to become a Rec Head and get even more content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we're off to Lauren's motherland for a catch up with your next favourite musician/ person in general (she is, trust us) su i think. Join us in the highlands for a chat the covers alllll the ground from early musical influences and doing whatever it takes to follow your dreams, to the art of not giving a f*** what other people think. su's recommendations…Rec one: Tangerine (starring Kitana Kiki Rodriguez & Mya Taylor)Rec two: women who love too much (Robin Norwood)Rec three: True Romance (Charli XCX) / Body Talk Trilogy (Robyn)Subscribe now and never miss an episode. Contact the show on email (shesarecstudios@gmail.com), or on social media we're @shesarec everywhere. Join the Patreon to become a Rec Head and get even more content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During a career that includes Sex Education, Barbie and SAS Rogue Heroes, this week's guest Connor Swindells was only ever working towards one role; being Lauren Lyle's on-screen husband in The Bombing of Pan Am 103.It was there that the duo bonded over coffee machines, cats (aka "babies") and a tour of a crematorium that "changed everything". Thankfully they also share a love of great female-fronted culture that have had enough of an impact on Connor for him to add them to the ever-growing She's A Rec list of unmissable recommendations. Connor's recommendations… Rec one: Lone Rider (Elspeth Beard)Rec two: The Mustang (Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre)Rec three: Big (Penny Marshall) Subscribe now and never miss an episode. Contact the show on email (shesarecstudios@gmail.com), or on social media we're @shesarec everywhere. Join the Patreon to become a Rec Head and get even more content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week Lauren is joined by BAFTA Rising star nominee Posy Stirling. They discuss how her latest film Lollipop has gone on to be so much more than an acting role and where she sees her career heading next. And of course, there’s a sprinkling of great recommendations including her super-fan moment with an up and coming musician. But buckle up rec heads, things are about to get sad. Posy’s recommendations… Rec one: CHUCK (Eleni Drake)Rec two: Women Who Run with the Wolves (Clarissa Pinkola Estes) Rec three: Leave No Trace (Debra Granik)Rec Four: Educated (Tara Westover)Subscribe now and never miss an episode. Contact the show on email (shesarecstudios@gmail.com), or on social media we're @shesarec everywhere. Join the Patreon to become a Rec Head and get even more content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Another week, another wildly tasteful recommendations for you. This time from the mind of acting’s, comedy’s, literature’s, the internet’s very own Harry Trevaldwyn.Lauren’s dangerously talented pal (and kissing practice partner) covers some serious ground from how terrible he’d be at The Traitors, to “rocking out” in a fairly embarrassing way at a HAIM show and gifting his favourite books to cast and crew on set at the end of filming. Harry’s recommendations… Rec one: Girls (Lena Dunham)Rec two: Muted (Poppy Ackroyd) Rec three: Tin Man (Sarah Winman)Subscribe now and never miss an episode. Contact the show on email (shesarecstudios@gmail.com), or on social media we're @shesarec everywhere. Join the Patreon to become a Rec Head and get even more content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Comedian, writer, actor, poet, generally excellent man Tim Key joins Lauren for a brilliantly eclectic set of recommendations from films, theatre, clowning and beyond.Along the way they explore Tim's highs and lows on stage (including the time he forgot his lines), how he joined the world of Alan Partridge and the years he spent trying to bring The Ballad of Wallis Island to life. Lauren also gets the chance to explain the New Years Eve when she first met Tim and "let herself down".Tim's recommendations: First Rec - ART (Yasmina Reza) Second Rec - Lost in Translation (Sofia Coppola)Third Rec - ha ha ha ha ha ha ha (Julia Masli)Honourable mention - Secret History (Donna Tartt)Subscribe now and never miss an episode. Contact the show on email (shesarecstudios@gmail.com), or on social media we're @shesarec everywhere. Join the Patreon to become a Rec Head and get even more content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1She's A Rec returns with a visit from the show's first ever guest and Outlander co-star Caitriona Balfe.From Outlander final season goss and growing up on screen, to parenthood and some stunning cultural recommendations that have helped shape Caitriona's life on and off set they cover some serious ground. We are SO back!Caitriona's recommendations were... Babyteeth (Shannon Murphy)Orbital: A Novel (Samantha Harvey) Iconoclasts (Anna von Hausswolff)Contact the show on email (shesarecstudios@gmail.com), or on social media we're @shesarec everywhere.Join the Patreon to become a Rec Head and get even more content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
If you know, you know the biggest new star in British music Rebecca Taylor aka Self Esteem. Giving absolute bombs of wisdom after many years in the industry, love and life, this episode will pull at your heart and soul. As well as being extremely funny with some of the most considered and unlikely rec's yet to add to your creative roster. We get into how much the music and entertainment industry need to move to support women, what it means to be in love, and how we are going to swap careers for a hot minute. To advertise on this podcast email shesarecstudios@gmail.com or visit Advertisecast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Season two we are back! A bonus 3 guests for the price of two to kick us off! Three of the main cast of Netflix's The Last Kingdom join me in the studio to talk shooting the show, comparing fantasy drama's and what gives each other the ick when it comes to love. Plus of course a multitude of gorgeous rec's to reignite your culture pot. These are three of my newest a dearest friends and i hope it makes you laugh as much as it made me. To advertise on this podcast visit AdvertiseCast or email shesarecstudios@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
For the final episode of season one It felt only right to sit down with the wonderful woman that my career began with. Kahleen Crawford is the casting director that gave me my first ever acting job and made a huge impact on my career having cast some of the best and many of my favourite movies and TV shows. In the episode we discuss the personal process of what it means to cast a film as well as the book that within 3 days changed the way Kahleen thought about how she lived her life. Her romantic, sexy and intimate rec’s along with behind the scenes stories will leave you never wanting the episode to end. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week I'm joined by the most incredible woman. Bridget has been in the Army, become a successful barrister, then joined the UN for missions in Libya and Israel. She tells us all about her career, the experience of being a woman in the army, and, of course, her culture recommendations. For the best experience and to get access to all the links we're talking about make sure you listen on the Entale app! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This version - In today’s episode I am joined by the very brilliant, honest, no holds barred, Rebecca Humphries. She discusses the very public breakdown of her relationship and how it served as a catalyst for changing her life. We chat about her favourite songs, books and films, and she shares some honest and beautiful advice for moving forward in life. Rebecca is an actress, activist, writer for some impressive titles including Vogue and Elle and founder of beauty blog The Trowel. For the best experience and to get access to all the links we're talking about make sure you listen on the Entale app! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week despite being in isolation i chat with Founder and CEO of gal-dem magazine and media company, Liv Little. She’ is one of 2020’s Forbes 30 under 30 and has quickly created a small empire within culture. It was a fascinating inside look into starting your own business and building right up with meaning and style. Liv’s recommendations went beyond the 1-2 per section as she shouted out so many amazing women working in media and culture today, a total joy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week I chat to the very wise and inspiring, mover of Hollywood's elite, Polly Bennett. Many people might not know that her job exists, but Polly is one of the most sought-after movement directors in film and television. She’s worked personally with some of the biggest names around, from helping Olivia Colman become the Queen in The Crown, to Rami Malek for his role as Freddie Mercury. Her passion and behind the scenes knowledge is second to non, and her recommendations will leave you with new ideas, feeling very inspired. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week i sit down with the lead singer of Wolf Alice, legend Ellie Rowsell. We spoke about her fronting one of my favourite rock bands and get to know how her journey through music. We hung out in the bands studio and used boxes of Van’s they had recently been gifted to balance the mic’s on. Her choices were meaningful and entirely unpredictable which was a testament to her taste and range in creativity. Its a very cool and inspiring episode which will leave you wanting to dive into to all her albums and rec’s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week i have the newest stars of Netflix's Sex Education and Top Boy, Chinenye Ezeudu and Seraphina Beh - actors and best mates constantly championing each other whenever they can. In this episode we talk about their sudden rise to working in some of the biggest shows on TV and keeping each other motivated. It was hilarious, inspiring and an all round riot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this weeks episode i sit down with my old friend Ny Oh from New Zealand. Newest member of Harry Style’s band and featuring in the new Drake Doremus movie Endings, Beginnings Ny Oh has come along way from squatting in London and sleeping on park benches in San Francisco. We discuss her her new life working alongside the biggest musician in the world, her love of nature, and using music to work through relationships - all whilst being one of the funniest people i know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this weeks episode I am joined by the iconic author of book Mixed Feelings and game changing model Naomi Shimada. Born in Japan, Spanish speaking, she has lived all over the world and ended up sewing roots in London - Naomi is a self dubbed culture sponge. We discuss her thoughts on our relationship with social media, activism and get into some very stylish 90's recommendations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Incredible episode! Was funny I was just thinking I still need to watch CODA before listening to the podcast, hoping it will be released on dvd since I don't have apple tv
Great episode, especially excited to hear Caitlin talking about Aussie film Baby teeth!
Great episode, & so wonderful to hear praise of Strictly Ballroom!!
Loved this so much!! ❤❤❤ All the feels. Thanks, Caitriona, for being to honest with us!! SO RELATABLE!! 🙂 Lauren, it would be AWESOME to hear from you...What your book, movie, and music/song would be. 🙂 It would be nice to get to know you too. (: Excited for the next one!