What if your wedding dress didn’t have to live in a box forever?
That’s the question designer Dahlia Branch set out to answer when she launched Remnants of Love — a bespoke lingerie label turning wedding dress offcuts into handcrafted, wearable keepsakes.
After years working in bridal fashion and events, Dahlia saw the same story play out time and time again: brides spending thousands on a gown they’d wear once, then hide away. Meanwhile, metres of fine silk and lace were being cut off and quietly discarded during alterations. So she decided to rewrite the ending.
By transforming those discarded remnants into beautiful, custom lingerie, Dahlia gives brides a way to carry the memory of their day forward — something they can wear time and time again.
Every piece is handmade in London, stitched from the same fabrics that once walked down the aisle, turning “the dress you’ll never wear again” into something timeless, personal, and full of meaning.
In this episode, Georgie Brown and Dahlia talk about:
How a childhood love of wedding dresses turned into a business idea
The surprising amount of waste created by bridal alterations
Why lingerie made from your dress fabric feels emotionally powerful
The craftsmanship (and comfort) behind each Remnants of Love piece
What it takes to build a luxury, sustainable fashion brand from scratch
How Dahlia is giving new life to wedding traditions — one stitch at a time
Whether you’re planning a wedding, designing your dream dress, or just love hearing from creative founders finding purpose in overlooked places, this episode will make you see bridal fashion in a whole new way.
Key Takeaways:
A sentimental twist on sustainability: Remnants of Love reimagines wedding waste as a wearable keepsake.
Luxury meets purpose: Each piece is custom-made from your own dress offcuts — handcrafted, personal, and designed to last.
Rewear your memories: Bridal lingerie becomes a tangible reminder of love, made to be worn, not boxed away.
Beyond the big day: From alterations to anniversaries, Dahlia’s brand gives every gown a second life.
Built with intention: Every item is handmade in London using couture techniques and high-end materials for lasting quality.
Ready-to-wear for everyone: Her new Knotted Love Letters collection offers a way for any woman to own a piece of the brand — even if the wedding’s long over.
Chapters / Timestamps:
00:00 — From childhood sketches to bridal design
02:30 — Why wedding dresses end up forgotten
05:10 — The waste no one talks about: bridal offcuts
08:45 — The spark behind Remnants of Love
12:00 — How bespoke lingerie preserves memory
16:00 — The power of emotional sustainability
20:40 — Why repurposing doesn’t mean cutting up your dress
24:30 — The design process: from sketch to stitch
28:00 — Made in London: craftsmanship and care
32:00 — The cost of couture and value of slow fashion
36:00 — The launch of Knotted Love Letters ready-to-wear
40:00 — Client stories that stay with you
44:00 — The community behind the brand
47:00 — Startup shoutout: Let’s Fund Her
Links & Resources:
Remnants of Love — Website | Instagram
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What if choosing wine felt as easy—and as personal—as picking your morning coffee?
That’s exactly what Jess Thevenoz set out to do with Theodora, a new kind of wine-tech startup that helps everyday drinkers cut through the jargon, skip the guesswork, and finally find bottles they’ll love.
After years of standing in the wine aisle hoping the pretty label would deliver, Jess realised the problem wasn’t her palate—it was the system. The wine world speaks a language most people don’t understand, creating a culture that feels elitist, intimidating, and exclusionary.
So she built Theodora to change that: a smart, human-centred recommendation platform that learns your tastes and points you straight to wines that match them—no expertise required.
In this episode, Georgie Brown and Jess talk about:
Why wine is both the most connecting and excluding product on the shelf
How Jess went from data analytics to building a personalised wine companion
The “wall-of-wine” moment that sparked her startup idea
Why the wine industry’s language problem alienates drinkers
Cultural shifts in how Gen Z and millennials approach alcohol
The psychology of wine gifting and social signalling
Theodora’s vision for making wine shopping feel friendly, confident and fun
Whether you’re a seasoned sipper or a supermarket-shelf struggler, this is an episode that’ll make you rethink the way you buy (and talk about) wine.
Key Takeaways:
From data to drinks: Jess used her background in startups and analytics to tackle one of retail’s most overwhelming categories.
Wine isn’t about jargon: Theodora strips out pretentious tasting notes and focuses on what you actually like.
Design flaw, not user flaw: The intimidating wine aisle is a UX problem, not a knowledge gap.
Personalisation is power: Your palate is unique—Theodora’s tech learns it so you don’t have to.
Cultural shift: Younger generations are drinking more intentionally and want experiences that feel approachable and informed.
Beyond the bottle: Wine gifting, restaurant rituals, and social pressures all play into how we buy—and enjoy—wine.
The future: App launch in November, expansion to restaurants and the UK, and even a “Spotify Wrapped” for your wine palette.
Chapters / Timestamps:
00:00 — Redefining the wine aisle
01:30 — Meet Jess Teviner & Theodora
03:40 — From data analytics to wine tech
06:15 — The “aha” moment in the supermarket
08:45 — Why the wine aisle feels broken
12:00 — What we get wrong about wine education
15:20 — Good wine vs good wine for you
18:40 — Breaking down jargon and elitism
21:30 — Cultural shifts in drinking habits
25:00 — How Theodora works (and why it’s fun)
31:00 — Personalisation and trust in recommendations
36:00 — How Theodora differs from Vivino and others
41:00 — The restaurant “wine dance”
44:30 — Wine gifting, branding & social signalling
48:00 — What’s next for Theodora
52:00 — Where the name came from
55:00 — Startup shout-out: Sleep or Die
Links & Resources:
Join the waitlist for the November app launch here!
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When Megan moved from Singapore to London to start a career as a finance lawyer, she never imagined she’d end up creating one of the UK’s most exciting new food startups. But during lockdown, while craving the flavours of home, she began cooking Singaporean street food for friends — and discovered a gap on UK shelves that would change her life.
Today, she’s the founder of Homi Kitchen — a clean-label pantry brand bringing the authentic, bold, and crazy rich flavours of Singaporean cuisine to home cooks across the UK. From a viral supper club run out of her flat to products now stocked in Selfridges, Megan’s story is one of creativity, courage, and cultural pride.
In this episode, Georgie and Megan talk about:
How a lockdown birthday dinner sparked a business idea.
Why Singaporean food has been overlooked in UK supermarkets — and how Homi Kitchen is changing that.
The misconceptions around “Singapore noodles” and the real story of Singapore’s multicultural cuisine.
What “clean label” really means and how Homi keeps its sauces free from artificial preservatives.
How Megan scaled production while keeping the flavours true to home.
Her vision for a Singapore-first pantry brand and why now is the right time to build it.
Whether you’re a food lover, home cook, or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode will make you hungry — and inspired — in equal measure.
Key Takeaways:
From law to ladles: Megan swapped her legal career for life as a food entrepreneur, driven by a love of authentic flavour.
A missing category: UK supermarkets have long ignored Singaporean cuisine — Homi Kitchen fills that gap.
Authenticity first: The brand’s tagline, “Crazy Rich Flavours of Singapore,” celebrates culture with a wink to Crazy Rich Asians.
Clean label commitment: No preservatives, no artificial additives — just real ingredients cooked with care.
Scaling up: From rice-cooker curries in student halls to professional production with strict quality control.
Cultural storytelling: How every sauce represent a popular Singaporean street food dish.
For everyone: Loved by Singaporean expats and curious UK home cooks alike.
Next up: New curry-based sauces and retail expansion into major UK supermarkets.
Chapters / Timestamps:
00:00 — From lawyer to food founder: meet Megan & Homi Kitchen
02:32 — The lockdown moment that changed everything
05:00 — The missing Singaporean flavours in UK supermarkets
07:33 — Debunking “Singapore noodles” and cultural misconceptions
10:01 — What makes Singaporean food unique
15:13 — Why it’s time for a Singapore-first pantry brand
20:16 — The inspiration behind “Crazy Rich Flavours of Singapore”
26:44 — Inside the products: chilli & pepper sauces explained
29:33 — Clean-label ingredients and cooking at scale
36:10 — The ups and downs of manufacturing
38:41 — Who Homi Kitchen is for (and why expats matter)
43:49 — What’s next: new products & retail ambitions
46:56 — Where to find Homi Kitchen
47:00 — Startup shout-outs: Pigtoria Secrets, Saucerer & more
Links & Resources:
Homi Kitchen — Website | Instagram | TikTok | LinkedIn
Connect with Megan — LinkedIn
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Going solo shouldn’t mean going it alone. Investrio (co-founded by Joyce Medeiros and Laura) is building the financial infrastructure for solopreneurs — creators, freelancers, consultants, and company-of-one founders. Think AI-powered bookkeeping, clean, clear reports, invoicing, and access to funding (grants, SBA options, more) — all in one place and designed for how solo businesses actually run.
Joyce shares her journey from Goldman trader → startup operator → financial coach → founder, why legacy tools like Xero/QuickBooks feel built for “finance teams” not one-person businesses, and how Investrio helps you see income, expenses, cash flow, and tax-ready reports without drowning in spreadsheets. We dig into the common money mistakes (ignoring retirement, mixing personal/business, no cash-flow view), why community matters when you’re building solo, and what’s coming next — from smarter automation to broader capital access.
If you’re a solopreneur who wants a clearer handle on bookkeeping, taxes, and funding (so you can get back to the work you love), this one’s for you.
Key Takeaways:
Built for one: Investrio provides financial infrastructure for solopreneurs — not adapted “enterprise” software.
All-in-one visibility: Connect accounts, let AI clean and categorise your books (currently ~94% accuracy), then track income, expenses, and cash flow at a glance.
Get paid, properly: Invoicing with Stripe/PayPal/Venmo support + clean reports for tax time.
Access to capital: A curated grant finder (with Investrio’s own weekly grant) and pathways to loans; long-term vision to help underwrite solos for mortgages, car loans, and small-biz credit using real business data.
Designed by insiders: Joyce, Laura, and their engineer Sean all ran solo businesses — the product reflects real-world pain points.
Community = unfair advantage: Events, WhatsApp groups, and ongoing user feedback shape the roadmap.
Mindset shift: Treat everything as an experiment — test, learn, iterate.
Chapters / Timestamps:
00:00 — Building financial infrastructure for solopreneurs
00:52 — What Investrio is (and who it’s for)
02:10 — “Tinder for co-founders”: how Joyce & Laura met
03:26 — From trading & a successful exit to financial coaching
05:06 — Why focus on the solopreneur (42M Americans)
06:59 — Leaving a salary: the first financial hurdles
09:45 — Product philosophy: your financial bestie
15:50 — How it works: connect, clean up, see the numbers
17:45 — Funding hub: grants now, broader capital later
18:24 — Automation under the hood (~94% classification accuracy)
22:13 — Demand from bookkeepers & accountants; B2B interest
24:38 — Roadmap: smarter AI, more funding, potential underwriting
26:37 — Community meetups & WhatsApp; why support matters
29:34 — Advice for solos: test like a scientist
31:05 — Where to try Investrio
32:12 — Startup shout-out: Latte (college mentorship)
Links & Resources:
Connect with Joyce Medeiros — LinkedIn
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For anyone who’s ever woken up battling the dreaded hangover, Reclaim might be the drink you’ve been waiting for. Created by Todd Bruce, a former super-yacht crew member turned entrepreneur, Reclaim is a functional recovery drink designed to help people bounce back using natural, science-backed ingredients — without caffeine or synthetic additives.
After years working in hospitality and seeing how drinking culture fits into busy professional lives, Todd set out to create a product that actually helps you recover, not just mask the symptoms. In this episode, he shares his startup journey — from life at sea to founding a health and wellness brand — and what he’s learned about turning frustration into innovation.
We cover:
Why hangover recovery is about replenishment.
The power of functional mushrooms, adaptogens, and natural vitamins.
How to balance taste with nutrition (and why Reclaim is flat, not fizzy).
The challenges of breaking into the functional beverage industry without experience.
Todd’s long-term goal to make Reclaim.
Whether you’re into wellness, entrepreneurship, or just want a smarter way to recover after a big night, this episode is packed with honesty, energy, and practical insight into what it takes to build a startup from scratch.
Key Takeaways:
From super-yachts to startups: Todd left his career at sea to build a drink that solves a problem he knows well.
The hangover problem: Most recovery routines are scattered — Reclaim offers an all-in-one natural solution.
Four functions in one: Detoxifying, energising, replenishing, and hydrating ingredients work together to help your body recover.
Functional mushrooms: Each can contains 3,000 mg of lion’s mane and cordyceps for focus and clean energy.
No caffeine, no crash: Ginseng and L-theanine provide calm alertness without jitters.
Transparent dosing: Every ingredient and vitamin dose is listed clearly on the can.
Taste that delivers: Based on ginger and coconut water, Reclaim balances health with flavour.
Next-gen wellness: Designed for professionals who work hard, play hard, and want products that actually help them feel better.
Chapters / Timestamps:
00:00 — Introduction to Reclaim & its purpose
03:33 — Todd’s journey from super-yachts to startup life
07:16 — Identifying the hangover problem
09:52 — Functional ingredients & formulation
17:21 — The science of recovery
20:00 — Balancing flavour, health & transparency
26:57 — Building a business around a personal need
27:03 — Future plans: new flavours & hotel expansion
29:15 — Supporting other startups (Gut Buds)
Links & Resources:
Connect with Todd Bruce — LinkedIn
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Disclaimer:
This episode is for entertainment and educational purposes only. It does not provide medical or nutritional advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making health-related decisions.
For most people in their 20s and 30s, wills feel like something to worry about later. Complicated. Expensive. Not urgent. But when her cousin died unexpectedly, leaving a fiancée and child without legal protection, Sophia Maslin saw first-hand how unprepared many of us are for the unexpected.
That moment inspired Morby, a death tech startup that makes will writing simple, affordable, and accessible for young people. With a background in both the modelling industry and law, Sophia took an unconventional path into legal tech innovation, determined to build a platform that speaks to a generation often left out of the estate planning conversation.
In this episode of Discover Startups, Sophia shares the story behind Morby, why so many people avoid wills, and how her team are reshaping estate planning for modern life.
We cover:
Why young people are put off by wills — and why the real barrier isn’t fear of death, but not knowing where to start.
The reality of the UK’s intestacy rules — and what actually happens if you die without a will.
The life events that usually prompt people to take out their first will, from buying a home to having a child.
How Morby simplifies the process with a guided journey that strips out legal jargon.
Why wills aren’t just about money — they also capture funeral wishes, pet care, and personal requests.
Morby’s competitive pricing — £80 for a single will, £20 for a letter of wishes, and unlimited edits for £10/year with Morby Plus.
What’s next: a digital vault for documents and passwords, an estate readiness score, and an AI assistant to guide users through every step.
This is a conversation about innovation in one of life’s most overlooked areas. If you’ve ever thought “I’ll sort it later,” this episode shows why now is the time to start.
Key Takeaways
From tragedy to startup: How Sophia turned personal loss into the spark for Morby.
Why wills matter early: The consequences of dying without one under UK intestacy rules.
Estate planning for everyone: Why you don’t need to be wealthy to need a will.
Morby’s approach: A jargon-free, mobile-first way to create a will in minutes.
Beyond money: Wills can include wishes about funerals, pets, and personal details.
Accessible pricing: Transparent, affordable options designed for younger generations.
Future of death tech: Digital vaults, AI assistants, and tools to keep life admin in order.
Chapters / Timestamps
00:00 — Turning tragedy into innovation
02:50 — From modelling to death tech
05:52 — Why young people avoid wills
09:10 — What happens if you die without a will
11:52 — How Morby makes will writing simple
14:55 — Features and innovations (digital vault + AI)
18:00 — Partnerships and business opportunities
20:47 — Pricing and accessibility of Morby
24:02 — Startup shoutout: HNTR app
Links & Resources
Disclaimer:
This episode is for informational and storytelling purposes only. It does not provide legal advice, and nothing discussed should be relied upon as such.
What if instant soup could actually be good for you? That’s the question Bella Acland set out to answer when she launched Soul Kitchen, a food startup reimagining a cupboard staple with healthy, clean-label recipes made from real ingredients.
Tired of the same old options on supermarket shelves, Bella wanted to prove that convenience food doesn’t have to mean compromise. With real vegetables in every sachet, Soul Kitchen is showing that fast food can also be fresh, flavourful, and nourishing.
In this conversation, Bella shares how her love for food turned into a business idea, the inspiration behind Soul Kitchen, and what she’s learned about creating products that fit into busy lives while still delivering on taste and nutrition. We also talk about why soup has been left behind in the world of food innovation, how consumers are becoming more conscious about what goes into their meals, and what’s next for Soul Kitchen — including exciting new flavours and functional recipes.
If you’re passionate about healthy eating, trying new brands, or discovering startups with fresh ideas, you’ll love Bella’s story.
Where to find Soul Kitchen:
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Key Takeaways:
Chapters / Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to Soul Kitchen & Bella Acland
00:48 – Bella’s journey into food and the idea behind Soul Kitchen
03:37 – Why soup has been overlooked in food innovation
08:02 – Understanding processed foods and what goes into our meals
11:53 – Ingredient sourcing and recipe development
14:06 – What makes Soul Kitchen different
19:06 – New flavours and future product ideas
21:57 – Where to find Soul Kitchen & why community support matters
26:39 – Closing reflections
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