Do Not Disturb: The Inside Story is a podcast for women building careers, growing families, and quietly wondering: “How am I supposed to manage it all?”
Hosted by Simona Deifta — founder of NOJO and a working mum navigating her own questions — each week features raw, honest conversations with women who aren’t afraid to go deep. We talk about ambition, relationships, sex, money, fertility, burnout, resilience, reinvention — and everything in between.
These are the conversations we usually have behind closed doors — but we’re having them out loud, so more of us can feel a little more seen, and a little less alone.
🎙️ New episodes every Wednesday. Hit Follow to get the latest as soon as they drop.
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Do Not Disturb: The Inside Story is a podcast for women building careers, growing families, and quietly wondering: “How am I supposed to manage it all?”
Hosted by Simona Deifta — founder of NOJO and a working mum navigating her own questions — each week features raw, honest conversations with women who aren’t afraid to go deep. We talk about ambition, relationships, sex, money, fertility, burnout, resilience, reinvention — and everything in between.
These are the conversations we usually have behind closed doors — but we’re having them out loud, so more of us can feel a little more seen, and a little less alone.
🎙️ New episodes every Wednesday. Hit Follow to get the latest as soon as they drop.
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Want to know how to walk into your birth feeling confident, prepared, and trusting your body? In this episode, I talk to Catherine Rose-Bloom, certified antenatal, birth and postnatal doula, to dive deep into natural, unmedicated childbirth, birth mindset, and practical tips every mother should know.
We cover how to prepare physically, mentally and emotionally for labour, myth bust common medical narratives, and reveal actionable strategies to reduce fear and increase trust in your body. Whether you’re pregnant for the first time or preparing for your next birth, Catherine’s insights will help you feel seen, informed, and empowered.
You’ll hear about:
Techniques for coping with pain and breath work
How to choose your support team (midwives, doulas, birth partners)
The truth about interventions: What’s optional vs necessary
Postnatal care and how to heal well physically & emotionally
Real stories and wisdom based on Catherine’s work
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From giving birth standing up to creating award-winning documentaries about the Ukrainian war, photographer and mother, Mariana Shafro, shares a raw, honest, and deeply inspiring look into her life.
Mariana talks about reclaiming her energy after birth, running a “small corporation” at home, navigating motherhood during wartime, and building an international creative career. She opens up about natural birth, the chaos of raising children without extended family nearby, and the deep power of sisterhood.
We also dive into how Mariana balances ambition and softness. From directing military documentaries to walking 20km a day for mental clarity. Plus: her life-changing meeting with Dr. Barbara Sturm, why she avoids modern food substitutes, and how to know what you’re meant to do in life.
This is a conversation for every woman trying to build a beautiful life; while staying rooted in truth.
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In this episode of Do Not Disturb, we sit down with TV presenter and podcaster Danni Menzies for an unfiltered conversation about reinvention, dating, self-worth, resilience, and rebuilding life after trauma.
Danni opens up about her journey from working for free while chasing her dream career, struggling with PTSD, anxiety, and depression, freezing her eggs, and learning the importance of choosing herself in relationships. She also shares her love for cars, adventure, and how she envisions her next chapter in life and career.
Whether you’re navigating dating in your 30s, dealing with setbacks, or seeking motivation to reinvent yourself, this episode is packed with honesty, laughter, and inspiration.
👉 Follow for more raw and empowering conversations that rarely happen, but really matter.
📌 Chapters
00:00 – Why dating in your 30s feels like a disaster
04:12 – Danni’s journey into TV presenting
08:25 – Struggles: debt, rejection & anxiety
12:40 – Reinvention, manifesting & small wins
16:55 – Egg freezing & taking control of choices
21:20 – Dating apps, London life & red flags
26:05 – Self-worth, confidence & choosing yourself
31:18 – Panic attacks, PTSD & recovery
36:42 – Morning routine & self-help habits
41:10 – Love of cars, adventures & new dreams
46:08 – Stand-up comedy & learning to laugh again
50:15 – Final reflections & advice for women
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In this heart-opening episode of Do Not Disturb: The Inside Story, host Simona sits down with mother of three and entrepreneur Arina Schneitter. Arina shares her incredible journey. From finance and acting to founding a jewellery brand and fully embracing motherhood.
💬 They dive deep into:
Arina’s wisdom and emotional depth will resonate with any woman navigating motherhood, ambition, identity, or healing.
Whether you’re a new mum, planning for kids, or redefining your life path, this episode is filled with insights that will stay with you long after listening.
👉 Don’t forget to follow and share with a mother who needs to hear this today.
#MotherhoodUnfiltered #DoNotDisturbPodcast #ConsciousParenting #ArinaSchneitter
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In this transformative episode of Do Not Disturb, Simona Deifta is joined by parenting coach and Power Thoughts founder Natalie Costa to discuss what it really takes to raise emotionally resilient kids in today’s fast-paced world.
From handling screen time to building confidence, emotional literacy, and setting compassionate yet firm boundaries; this episode is a must-listen for every modern parent navigating generational trauma and mental wellness.
You'll learn:
1️⃣ Why emotional regulation starts with YOU
2️⃣ Tools to teach kids how to name and manage big feelings
3️⃣ How to shift from punishment to connection
4️⃣ Navigating screen time without constant power struggles
5️⃣ Building your child’s resilience in a pressure-filled world
Whether you're a parent, step-parent, or just someone who cares deeply about the next generation - this one’s for you.
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Former journalist, editor, and sustainable fashion advocate Tiffanie Darke joins us on Do Not Disturb to unpack the role fashion plays in identity, self-respect, and environmental impact. From her "Rule of Five" to closet audits and dressing through midlife changes, Tiffanie offers tangible tips on building a timeless, intentional wardrobe. Whether you’re overwhelmed by trends or seeking deeper meaning in what you wear, this conversation will inspire a shift toward conscious consumption and authentic self-expression.
🎧 Don’t forget to like, follow, and share this episode with someone ready to step into their next style chapter.
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What if everything you’ve been taught about s*x is wrong? Want to find out what the NUMBER 1 s*x tool is? In this powerful episode, psychosexual therapist Kate Moyle joins Simona Deifta to discuss the link between mental health and s*x, how shame sabotages desire, and why self-pleasure is essential for intimacy. From s*x in long-term relationships and parenthood to breaking free of outdated sexual myths, this conversation is a must-hear for anyone looking to deepen connection, confidence, and pleasure. 💥
Kate shares tips for reigniting your s*x life and navigating mismatched libidos. Whether you’re in a relationship, single, or on a journey of self-discovery, this episode will transform the way you think about sex and relationships.
🎧 Listen now for honest, vulnerable, and empowering conversation.
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In this episode of Do Not Disturb, Zoe Blaskey, coach, speaker, and founder of Motherkind joins Do Not Disturb to unpack the emotional, mental, and spiritual transition that comes with motherhood.
From redefining what burnout actually feels like, to learning how to complete the stress cycle, Zoe shares tools and truths every mother needs to hear. She explains why spa days aren't real self-care, how to create emotional connection with your child in just 9 golden minutes, and how to finally get on your own side.
💬 Topics include:
🎙 Listen now and send this to a mother who might be quietly struggling.
🛒 Get Zoe’s book: A New Way to Thrive in a World of Endless Expectations
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What does it take to lead a combat mission as the first woman flying the Tornado GR4 on the front line?
Mandy Hickson, ex-RAF fighter pilot and now a world-class keynote speaker, sits down to share her story. From breaking into the boys’ club of military aviation to being sh*t at in Iraq, and how she’s used those lessons to empower 100,000+ young women around the world.
This episode is packed with raw honesty on:
- Making high-pressure decisions in life & leadership
- Resilience through rejection and failure
- Motherhood, ambition & redefining success
- Leading without ego, and balancing partnership with personal growth
📘 Mandy's book: An Officer, Not a Gentleman
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Marriage and family therapist Julie Menanno joins Simona to explore how attachment theory can transform your relationship. From building emotional safety and breaking negative cycles, to navigating resentment after kids and protecting intimacy, Julie shares practical strategies from her book Secure Love. A must-listen for anyone wanting deeper connection and harmony at home.
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🎧 In this episode of *Do Not Disturb*, psychotherapist and bestselling author Anna Mathur joins us to dismantle the myth of the perfect mother and show why embracing your limits can be the most powerful thing you do.
🌟 We talk nervous system regulation, invisible sacrifices, guilt cycles, boundaries, joy, and what it *really* means to be “good enough.”
📘 Anna’s latest book *The Uncomfortable Truth* is out now.
💬 If this resonated, please comment below. Like, share and subscribe to help us reach more people.
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#DoNotDisturbPodcast #Motherhood #MentalHealth #AnnaMathur
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🔥 “I didn’t know who I was anymore.”
In this raw and empowering episode, author, mother, and feminist firestarter Tova Leigh joins us to unpack why so many women lose themselves in motherhood, and how midlife might just be the rebirth they didn’t know they needed.
We cover:
If you're craving honesty, and a big middle finger to shame, this episode is for you.
📚 Check out Tova's books:
💬 Let us know your favourite quote in the comments.
#TovaLeigh #DoNotDisturbPodcast #MidlifeWomen #FemininePower #GoodGirlsGossip
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Writer, speaker, and no-BS mum Cat Sims joins us to unpack the messy magic of motherhood, marriage, sobriety and the courage it takes to be brutally honest.
From birth trauma to breastfeeding taboos, and from rock bottoms to radical recovery, Cat shares it all. This episode is raw, real, and vital listening for every cycle-breaking woman (and the men who love them).
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Welcome to Season 2 of Do Not Disturb, and what a way to start.
In this deeply emotional and unfiltered episode, host Simona dives into the sacred, raw realities of pregnancy, miscarriage, identity shifts, and redefining ambition with powerhouse guest Hermione Olivia.
As a brand strategist, former CEO, and founder of CEO Yourself, Hermione brings insight, vulnerability, and grace to a topic rarely explored with such honesty.
Together, they unpack:
✨ Whether you're a mother, entrepreneur, or simply human, this one will stay with you.
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Podcast: CEO Yourself
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In this gripping and emotional episode of Do Not Disturb, we sit down with Gona, a Kurdish refugee, women’s rights advocate, and CEO of the Maia Center, to unravel a story of pain, perseverance, and purpose. From escaping forced marriage as a child to surviving political persecution, Gina shares her firsthand experiences with displacement, domestic violence, and systemic injustice.
This is not just a story of survival. It’s a call to action.
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When I’m not hosting this podcast, I’m building Nojo — a bold, better-for-you sauce brand made to inject real flavour into your day.
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In this deeply honest episode of Do Not Disturb, Milena Sanchez — brand strategist, new mum, and force of nature — opens up about the raw realities of motherhood, postpartum anxiety, and redefining what success looks like as a woman today. From battling sleep deprivation to navigating the emotional rollercoaster of new parenting, Milena gets real about the highs, the lows, and the guilt that often goes unspoken.
Whether you're a mum, planning to become one, or just curious about the journey, this conversation is a must-watch for anyone looking for truth beyond the curated highlight reels.
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📌 CHAPTERS
00:00 - The Wild Transformation of Motherhood
01:12 - Meet Alexandra Sasha: Strategist & New Mom
03:20 - The Uncertainty of Fertility
06:45 - “The Clock Is Ticking” – Pressure & Panic
09:10 - The Postpartum Anxiety Nobody Talks About
12:05 - Sleep When the Baby Sleeps? Yeah Right.
15:50 - The Guilt That Comes With Motherhood
18:22 - “You Should Be Happy” – The Silent Gaslighting
21:40 - The Weight of Tiny Responsibilities
24:00 - Redefining Success as a Modern Woman
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What does it really take to raise seven children, nurture a loving marriage, stay spiritually grounded, and remain true to yourself? In this episode of the Do Not Disturb podcast, Chai Cohen (educator, community leader, and mother of 7) shares deeply personal and practical wisdom about intentional motherhood, Jewish parenting, and living a balanced life.
Whether you're a parent, a spiritual seeker, or someone craving honest talk about womanhood and modern expectations, this episode is packed with takeaways you won’t want to miss.
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📌 CHAPTERS
00:00 – The Juggle: Bouncy vs. Crystal Balls
02:20 – How Faith Anchors a Busy Life
06:00 – Growing Up with 9 Siblings & a Rabbi Dad
10:45 – Parenting by Individual Needs
18:30 – The Truth About Marriage & Respect
25:00 – Navigating Womanhood: Strength & Femininity
31:30 – The Power of Rituals: Shabbat & Self-Care
37:20 – Talking Therapy, Self-Worth & Kids
44:00 – Managing Guilt, Work, and Motherhood
50:00 – Final Wisdom: Control, Consequences & Gratitude
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Natalie Chassay - chef, mother, and content creator joins Do Not Disturb to share how becoming a mom didn’t end her career… it started it. From surviving a debilitating pregnancy to launching an online food platform, Natalie opens up about ambition, guilt, hustle, trolls, and trusting your gut — literally and figuratively.
Whether you’re a mom, a creative, or just figuring things out, this episode is for you.
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📌 CHAPTERS
00:00 – Introduction & Natalie’s Unexpected Journey
03:45 – Hyperemesis and a Difficult Pregnancy
08:30 – The Shame of Choosing Career After Baby
13:10 – Finding Strength Through Motherhood
18:25 – From Fennel Memes to Food Brand
23:55 – Building an On-Demand Cooking Business While Pregnant
30:45 – The Power and Pain of Asking for Help
38:10 – Calling Out Internet Trolls and Reclaiming Authority
45:20 – Partnership, Parenting, and Personal Growth
51:10 – What Balance Really Looks Like as a Working Mom
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In this powerful episode Simona sits down with Dr. Marcia Inhorn, Yale professor and author of Motherhood on Ice, to explore the real reasons behind the global rise in egg freezing. Far from being about ambition or career planning, Dr. Inhorn reveals the deeper truth: millions of educated, empowered women are freezing their eggs not because they don’t want love but because they can’t find it.
From the mating gap to hypergamy, feminist technology, and the raw realities of navigating motherhood alone, this is a vital conversation for anyone rethinking what it means to "have it all."
🎧 A must-listen for women navigating fertility, love, and ambition in the 21st century.
✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more honest, empowering conversations!
📌 CHAPTERS
00:00 – Meet Dr. Marcia Inhorn, Yale professor and author of Motherhood on Ice.
02:15 – Why Women Really Freeze Their Eggs
08:43 – The Mating Gap Explained
15:30 – Hypergamy vs. Hypogamy: The Dating Dilemma
22:12 – The Three Ps & Three Es
29:40 – Personal Story: Love Beyond Credentials
36:05 – Egg Freezing: Cost, Process & Success Rates
43:17 – Equity, Not Equality: A New Feminist Lens
50:22 – Redefining Family, Rethinking Love
57:00 – Having It All? Legacy, Health & Fulfillment
When I’m not hosting this podcast, I’m building Nojo — a bold, better-for-you sauce brand made to inject real flavour into your day.
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In this deeply personal episode, Simona sits down with Sasha Vara, luxury brand consultant, skincare founder, and new mom, for an honest conversation about the wild transition into motherhood, fertility struggles, postpartum anxiety, building a career, and redefining success.
Sasha opens up about her fertility journey, the emotional rollercoaster of early motherhood, postpartum anxiety, the pressure to "just be happy," and how having a child reshapes every part of a woman's identity. We also dive into her incredible career journey, starting from moving to London at 15, to launching her skincare brand Sasha Vara.
Whether you're a mom, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone navigating major life transitions, this episode offers warmth, wisdom, and truth without the sugar-coating.
0:00 - Introduction: Meet Sasha Vara
2:45 - The Reality of the Fertility Journey
9:50 - Discovering Low AMH: What Sasha Wishes Women Knew
15:30 - Postpartum Anxiety and the Weight of Mom Guilt
23:40 - Identity Shift: The Unspoken Transformation After Birth
30:20 - How Motherhood Changed Our Relationships
38:10 - Career Journey: From Fashion Intern to Brand Consultant
45:00 - Launching a Skincare Brand During the Pandemic
51:20 - The Role of Personal Branding and Relationships
57:00 - Honest Talk: Sex, Intimacy, and Body Image Postpartum
1:04:10 - Financial Independence, Motherhood, and Career Choices
1:10:20 - Fertility Education: What Needs to Change
1:16:45 - The Power of Calmness Over Hustle
1:21:00 - Final Thoughts: Redefining Success, Finding Yourself Again
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