Beyond The BioExplicit

by Sophie Milliken

This isn’t just the fluffy s*** you see on social media.

Join me Sophie Milliken, Founder and CEO at modern PR agency Moja, along with my industry-expert guests, as I show you how to raise your profile.

Each week I cover topics like, awards, PR, speaking, social media and of course, the power of podcasting – essentially all the good stuff. Whether you’re a budding start-up or a seasoned entrepreneur, this podcast ... 

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Podcast episodes

  • Season 1

  • 039: Getting the Book Bug with Susan Routledge

    039: Getting the Book Bug with Susan Routledge

    Have you ever thought about writing your own book? In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Susan Routledge back to join me in talking all things books. Susan is an award-winning beauty & aesthetic clinic owner, leading industry speaker, author and member of numerous beauty industry steering groups and judging panels. Having written five books, and with plenty of enthusiasm to write more, Susan is well-versed on the whole writing process. Susan shares how beneficial publishing a book can be for your profile and the opportunities that it can lead to. We discuss the books Susan has written, how she prefers to write, and tips on how to get started on your very first book. So, let's get stuck in… This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/ … Connect with Susan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-routledge-51729013/ Website: https://susanroutledge.com/ Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie

  • 038: Speaker Kit Essentials

    038: Speaker Kit Essentials

    Do you want to get a speaking gig, but don’t know where to start? Speaking is a brilliant way to establish yourself as a voice to be trusted within your industry. And, if you’re speaking in front of the right audience, it can also generate leads for your business, so it’s definitely something that you should be thinking about doing to raise your profile. In this episode, I’m taking you through the steps of how to create an awesome speaker kit. I’ll cover what you need to include, how you can promote it in different ways, and touch on some key points to think about when thinking of starting your speaker journey. If you’re enjoying the podcast, don’t forget to leave me a review! So, let's get stuck in… References: 017: Elevate your Speaking Game with Dani Wallace 011: Speaking as a Strategy with Camilla Collins 005: TEDx: From Idea to Spotlight with Michaela Reaney https://www.sophiemilliken.co.uk/ This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/ … Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie

  • 037: Becoming a Viral Sensation with Jo Hutton

    037: Becoming a Viral Sensation with Jo Hutton

    What does it feel like to have 7 million+ views on an Instagram reel? Having experienced this herself, Jo Hutton is here to tell us all about it. When Jo walked into a yoga class for the first time over 15 years ago, she didn’t know her whole world would change forever. After seeing the transformational results that yoga brought to herself, she decided to dedicate her life to sharing the gift of yoga with others. Jo runs Happy Yoga Newcastle, an online yoga membership and studio, and Newcastle Yoga School where she trains people to become yoga teachers themselves. She was awarded Senior Yoga Teacher status by the Yoga Alliance Professionals in 2019. After posting a video showing how to do a ‘magic neck stretch’ on Instagram, her online following grew exponentially. We learn how this happened, what she felt like to go viral, and how she maintains her social media platforms now. We also cover Jo’s thoughts about monetising her content, and some top tips on what to post for Instagram’s algorithms liking. So, let's get stuck in… This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/ … Connect with Jo: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happyyoganewcastle?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happyyoganewcastle?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie

  • 036: Pitching to the Press with Liz Perkins 

    036: Pitching to the Press with Liz Perkins 

    How do you pitch to a journalist? In this episode, I’m joined by Liz Perkins. Liz has experience working across the national press and is currently the night news editor at the Daily Express. Liz is multi-award winning for her journalism and has made significant changes through her work including successfully changing the law through the End This Injustice campaign that led the Government to pledge to overhaul the Family Court through the Domestic Abuse Bill. Liz was the defence reporter for the South Wales Evening Post/Wales Online where she regularly reported from Afghanistan between 2008 and 2014. She was also elected as a chapter leader of the Oxford Business Alumni Network in London, leading her to single-handedly organise events at Blenheim Palace and the Houses of Parliament. She is also a member of European Women on Boards and Women in Journalism. We’ll be covering Liz’s varied career, hearing about the exciting opportunities she’s had to work on and her advice on how you can pitch effectively to journalists. So, let's get stuck in… This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/ … Connect with Liz: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-perkins-7b667b75/ X: https://twitter.com/lizperkinsmedia Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie

  • 035: Boardroom Secrets with Mark Moseley

    035: Boardroom Secrets with Mark Moseley

    Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of top BBC business show, The Apprentice? In this episode, I’m joined by Mark Moseley to give us all the goss. Mark is the founder of the London based pest control business, PestGone Environmental, whose clients include the rich and famous and members of the Royal Family. He is also the published author of the book Pests to Peace, and last year he appeared as a candidate on The Apprentice. We’ll be talking about the process of going on the show, the benefits it has brought, as well as some of the negatives. We’ll also delve into Mark’s business, and some of the things he’s done to raise his profile within his industry. So, let's get stuck in… This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/ … Connect with Mark: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-moseley-0434b3123/ Pests to Peace Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Pests-Peace-Military-grade-control-secrets/dp/178133742X Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie