A Night In With Novelli - The Pod

A Shimmy and A Wink!

This week on A Night In With Novelli, I’m joined by the brilliant Zoe Charles – founder of The Cheek of It burlesque school, embodiment coach, and all-round sacred showgirl. 💃✨
We talk about transitions, motherhood, grief, and how learning to move with your emotions (instead of fighting them) can create space for softness, strength, and self-expression. From dancing in the kitchen with headphones on, to stripping away old stories through burlesque – this is one juicy episode you don’t want to miss.
💬 Question for you: What’s one part of yourself you’ve been told is “too much” – and are you ready to embrace it?
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This episode is sponsored by https://influentialbreathwork.com/ Changing millions of lives, one breath at a time. Download your free Breathwork Healing Toolkit: influentialbreathwork.com/toolkit
You can Find Zoe and her amazing school here https://www.cheekofit.co.uk
 

Embrace Your Weird | Dodgy Haircuts, Main Character Energy & Too Muchness with Holly Matthews

Welcome back to A Night In With Novelli, my loves! In this juicy and joy filled episode, I’m joined by the fabulous Holly Matthews self-development queen, former actress, author and founder of The Happy Me Project. We’re diving headfirst into the magic of owning your weird, unlocking confidence, navigating that too much/not-enough.tightrope
and yes… laughing about a few very questionable hair choices along the way. This one’s for any woman who’s ever been told to tone it down, play it safe or blend in. Spoiler alert: Your “too much” is your superpower.
 
This episode is sponsored by MaddyTalksMoney ADHD business coach, visibility strategist and author of Mad About Money, Maddy is changing the game for women who want to grow businesses without burning out. Follow her on Insta @MaddyTalksMoney and grab her book now!
https://www.instagram.com/maddytalksmoney/
 
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👇 LET’S CHAT What’s the weirdest part of you that you’ve learned to love? Or… what’s one moment you realised you weren’t being fully you? Pop it in the comments, your story might help someone else feel seen
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What's your Flavour?

In this juicy episode of A Night In With Novelli, I’m joined by my friend Alex to break down the taboos around pleasure, and authentic self-expression. We chat about the art of communication in relationships, how to honour your boundaries, and why every woman deserves to feel empowered and connected to her desires.
 
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🎧 New episodes every other Sunday! So Tell me... What's your Flavour?
Much Love Serena💕

Friendship, Feelings & Female Founders with Chloe & Sophie

In this heartwarming and hilarious episode of A Night In With Novelli, I’m joined by the bold, bubbly and beautiful besties Chloe and Sophie — founders of PillowPod, pink lovers, and creative powerhouses. We’re diving deep into the magic (and messiness) of modern female friendship — and what it’s really like mixing business with besties.
We talk:💬 Going from frenemies to soul sisters💖 Balancing work and friendship without losing the love🧠 Communication, boundaries, and why honesty really is the best policy🎀 Building an inclusive brand that feels like home😭 Plus: unexpected tears, rocking chairs, and future plans involving glittery retirement and maybe a moped...
Whether you’ve got a ride-or-die mate or you’re still waiting to find your friendship soulmate, this episode is a juicy reminder that connection, communication, and shared chaos really are the keys to legendary love in business and beyond.
🎧 WATCH NOW & SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBEAnd don’t forget to follow @thepillowpodkiss for more pink-fuelled inspiration.
Episode Sponsored by https://influentialbreathwork.com

Just breathe - The Power of breath with Anna Naples Parker

Breathe in, breathe out — it’s time to reclaim your calm.
 
In this powerful episode of A Night In With Novelli, we’re joined by the phenomenal Anna Parker-Naples, founder of Influential Breathwork, who opens up about her journey from burnout to breakthrough through the transformative power of breathwork.
Anna shares how her life changed when she discovered the profound impact of conscious breathing, somatic healing, and subconscious reprogramming. We dive into how breathwork can help you reconnect with your body, reduce stress, and release emotional baggage — all while rewiring your nervous system for calm and clarity.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or just in need of a reset, this episode is your invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and discover the power you hold within.
💫 Ready to start your breathwork journey? Grab Anna’s FREE Breathwork Healing Toolkit — 7 powerful breathing techniques designed to calm the mind and release tension. Download it now at influentialbreathwork.com/toolkit
🌬️ Ready to feel the shift? Press play and just breathe.

Episode 2: Sex Parties, Sparkle & Showing Up – with Maria Stavrou

This week on A Night in with Novelli, we're diving headfirst into glitter, cabaret, consent… and sex parties 👀
I'm joined by the sensational Maria Stavrou – creative director, performer, and the absolute queen of sparkle and spreadsheets. She’s pulling back the velvet curtain on what really goes on behind the scenes at some of the UK’s most exclusive and empowering sex-positive events.
We talk about:💃 How she found her confidence through performance🔐 Why sex parties might just be the safest spaces for women🔥 Mirror work, latex, and why confidence is a frequency🎭 The power of persona and stepping into your inner showgirl🧠 Real talk on consent, connection & showing up unapologetically
Whether you're curious about exploring sensuality, intrigued by the behind-the-scenes world of cabaret and kink, or just looking for a dose of unfiltered real talk—this one’s got you covered.
So, grab a cuppa (or something stronger), press play, and come join the conversation.
🎧 A Night in with Novelli – where real talk is the only talk.
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A Night In With Novelli - Fuck-It Buckets, Visibility & Showing Up as ALL of You with Maddy Alexander-Grout

Welcome to the very first episode of A Night In With Novelli! I’m your host, Serena Novelli—relationship expert, sex and intimacy coach, and your go-to guide for legendary love. And what better way to kick things off than with the incredible Maddy Alexander-Grout—multi-passionate, neurodivergent powerhouse, visibility queen, and self-confessed oversharer (you’re in for a treat 💋).
In this unfiltered, honest, hilarious, and heart-expanding chat, we talk all things visibility—and how showing up as your full, authentic self can completely change your business, relationships, and confidence.
We dive into: ✨ What it really means to be visible (spoiler: it’s way more than just posting on social media)✨ Navigating life, business and burnout with ADHD and autism✨ Why Maddy’s book, Mad About Money, is basically her standing naked in a field of wheat (yep, you read that right)✨ The beauty of failing fast, embracing imperfection and telling the perfectionism to get in the fuck-it bucket✨ How to build a community that not only supports your success, but demands you rest when you need it
Maddy brings truth, sass, humour and soul. If you’ve ever felt like you're “too much”, “not enough”, or just unsure how to own your uniqueness in your brand or biz—this episode will hit you right in the heart.
💥 Warning: contains swearing, real talk, and big bold energy.
🔗 Connect with Maddy Alexander-Grout📱 Instagram: @maddytalksmoney📱 TikTok: @madaboutmoneyofficial🌐 Website: maddyalexandergrout.com🎧 Podcast: Mad About Money📖 Book: Mad About Money – The Unfiltered Guide to Navigating Neurodivergence (Out soon in bookshops & online!)
✨ If this episode made you laugh, cry, nod your head or scream “YESSSSS” at your phone—please like, share, subscribe and tag us in your stories! Let’s make authentic visibility the new normal.
💫 Episode Sponsored by Alex O’Neill https://www.instagram.com/digitastic_/ 
Series sponsor: Influential Breathwork, Changing millions of lives one breath at a time www.influentialbreathwork.com