Explore every episode of the podcast Adventures in kakeland - A podcast about running a cake business
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| Episode 35: Creating without burnout: My fresh start on social media | 04 Nov 2025 | 00:33:29 | |
In todays episode i talk about my strategy for reconnecting with social media after my cake hiatus and and what tools and approach i am going to take to make social media manageable. I also speak about how I've created a social media planner to solve my own problem of being strategic in my approach. Plus how i have dabbled with A.I to create some custom GPTs for cake business owners. These resources will be under Adventures in kakeland studio (the link is below) I also talk about this years cake international, what i thought about this years show and also what I've seen trending across social media during the month of October. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 34: Jenny - Sweet as success Cake business mentor and coach | 07 Oct 2025 | 00:33:23 | |
Today we have another episode (two in one month ) and today is a guest episode where l am in conversation with Jenny who is a cake business mentor and coach with her business Sweet as success, In the episode we speak about how Jenny started off her love of baking by falling in love with patisserie at catering college, starting up a business during a recession and how it became a six figure cake business. We also spoke about how as well as business coaching she also taps into the wellness and the mindset aspect and how important it can be to the success of your business as well as gaining confidence. If you would like to connect with Jenny or join her membership you can find her using the links below. website Sweet as success Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweet_as_success/ The podcast will be back to its regular schedule, the last Tuesday of the month. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 25: My day at Cake international 2024 | 26 Nov 2024 | 00:28:56 | |
In this months episode I share my opinion on what I thought about this years cake international show that was held at the NEC the weekend of the 1st - 3rd November 2024 It was also the 30th Anniversary of the show. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 24: Aiza Cheung - Studio Coya | 29 Oct 2024 | 01:04:39 | |
In this months episode l am in conversation with Aiza Cheung who is a brand designer and runs her own business called Studio Coya. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 23: Fancy a catch up ? | 24 Sep 2024 | 00:30:23 | |
I am back with a new season, and a new episode of the podcast. Today its a catch episode of what i have been up to during the summer, as well as what's trending in the cake world.
Its a real mix of content. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 22: Cake supply chain, are you vulnerable ? | 25 Jun 2024 | 00:33:38 | |
This is the last episode of season 3 and In this months episode l share issues i have had trying to perfect my packaging and how vulnerable we are regarding our supply chain. As well as this l share what i have been up to in the business, and the absolute joy cake making can bring. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 21: The baking business lounge | 28 May 2024 | 00:48:16 | |
Its the penultimate episode of season 3 and its another guest episode. Today l am in conversation with Krissy from the baking business lounge. Krissy has diversified her business and this has been a common theme that cake business owners do when they realise they do not have to rely on one source of income, but can use their knowledge and skills to help others by becoming a cake business coach. We spoke about finding confidence, going full time in the business, pricing and using fresh flowers on cakes. Also in this episode l reflect on the month of May in my business and how it’s been a challenging time for aspects of the business. I also discuss what's trending (or rather the lack of a clear cake trend in May If you would like to connect with Krissy Via The baking business lounge you can do so by visiting the links below: Website 7 toxic flowers and foliage you should not use on cakes If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 20: Natalie Freeman 13Rhythms | 01 May 2024 | 00:53:25 | |
Today l have a guest episode where i am in conversation with Natalie Freeman from 13 Rhythms. Natalie is a business coach and a pricing strategist who l cam across via TikTok. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 19: Entrepreneurship and ADHD with Lauren Smy | 26 Mar 2024 | 00:51:04 | |
In this months episode I start off the episode reflecting on the month of march in my business and how i struggled to get motivated after a quieter end of the month, and then discussing what i have noticed is trending across social media. and yes the viral Bruce cake gets a mention. In the second part of the show I am catching up with my first ever guest i interviewed on the podcast, Lauren Smy. This is a fascinating interview discussing why her recent ADHD diagnosis has contributed to her making the decision to close her wedding cake business. If you would like to connect with lauren you can do so by following the links below: Lauren Grace cake coach ADHD Busy bee, Lauren Smy ADHD Coach If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 18: My Day at the #SBS Event | 27 Feb 2024 | 00:34:08 | |
In todays episode l share my day away from the kitchen to attend the Theo Paphitis Small business Sunday event which was held in Birmingham UK. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 17: Delights by Cynthia | 30 Jan 2024 | 00:44:36 | |
So back to the normal podcast schedule and back with the first guest episode of 2024. In the beginning of todays episode l start with my January reflections and what's trending in the cake world then l am in conversation with Cynthia Akinsanya who is the owner of Delights by Cynthia. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 16: New year new goals | 09 Jan 2024 | 00:23:31 | |
Happy new year I begin this episode with reflecting on December sharing a cake disaster i had and how my Christmas promotion went, Then l reflect on 2023, what went well and what did not go so well and did i manage to stick to my previous goals. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 33: Observations from my cake break | 02 Oct 2025 | 00:35:03 | |
I'm back with season 5 of the podcast and in this episode i speak about what i have been upto over the summer as well as things i have observed while being on my cake break. The cake industry is changing and it’s evident across social media, one of newer changes is how Cake content creation is a now a viable way to keep making cakes and generate an income . And as usual I discuss the current cake trends and how keeping it simple across social media is really effective to keeping your audience engaged. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 15: Cristina Arevalo, The art cake coach | 28 Nov 2023 | 00:50:00 | |
In todays episode (which is the last one of 2023) I interview Cristina Arevalo who is a fellow podcast host of The art cake coach podcast. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 14: To niche or not to niche | 24 Oct 2023 | 00:26:23 | |
In todays episode i talk about how i went from thinking Niching in business was a bad idea to now thinking its the best thing i could do for my business and also the realisation that niching down is working in attracting my ideal customer. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 13: Planning for QTR 4 | 21 Sep 2023 | 00:36:16 | |
I am back with season 3 of the podcast. In todays episode l reflect over the summer and what l have been up to in the business. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 12: Ann Powell, Imposter syndrome | 27 Jun 2023 | 00:42:43 | |
In todays episode l am in conversation with Ann Powell my first non cake guest and a long time friend and today we are talking about imposter syndrome. I have had a couple of conversations with Ann around this topic and her opposing views on this common phenomenon is very enlightening so a perfect guest to have a conversation with, I am intrigued whether you think the same. you can connect with Ann via LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/ann-louise-powell-54561a5 or via twitter @puplebearcoach This is also the last episode of season 2. The podcast will be back in September (season 3) If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 11: What's your why | 16 May 2023 | 00:29:59 | |
In the penultimate episode of season 2 of the podcast If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 10: Dee Omole, Dees Basement | 18 Apr 2023 | 00:42:15 | |
This months episode l begin on reflecting on March and early April regarding the business sales and easter sales and what l do to keep myself focused when the business is quiet, If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 9: So you want to supply a coffee shop ? | 07 Mar 2023 | 00:28:42 | |
I begin this episode by recapping February within the business and why l made the decision to not do a Mothers day promotion as well as discussing a couple books I've launched to generate some passive income within the business.
as well as other relevant points related to being a wholesale supplier.
If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 8: Lou Finn, Bake to the future | 15 Feb 2023 | 01:03:21 | |
In this episode l am in conversation with Lou Finn who runs a cake business called Bake to the future. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 7: CEO week and 2023 cake trends | 10 Jan 2023 | 00:27:49 | |
Happy new year and thank you for listening to season 2 of the podcast. Today is a solo episode where l will be discussing my CEO week planning aka working on the business instead of in it. I discuss my planning process for scheduling in my downtime, theme days as well as working on my financial forecast and auditing my social media channels so they are inline with where my ideal customer is. The second part of this episode l discuss cake trends that l think will be making an impact in 2023, as well as trends l think are declining. Purely my opinion and a bit of fun, If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 6: Lucy Scott, Lil's Parlour CIC | 21 Dec 2022 | 00:35:55 | |
In this episode l am speaking with Lucy Scott the owner of Lil's Parlour CIC. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 32: Cake picnic tour | 24 Jun 2025 | 00:44:59 | |
In todays episode l am in conversation with Elisa Sunga who is the woman behind the phenomenal concept of the cake picnic tour and also the beautiful Instagram account Salted Rye. We spoke about her introduction to baking and the inspiration behind the Cake picnic tour which is also coming to the UK in July. Also in todays episode l catch up with what i have been up to in the business in the month of June and also what I've seen trending in June. The podcast will be on a summer and will be back in September with Season 5 Happy Summer If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 5 Doyin.U: Dee-vine cakes & pastries | 05 Dec 2022 | 00:40:06 | |
In this weeks episode l am speaking with Doyin who is the owner of Dee-vine cakes and pastries and also is in partnership launching a new business called Be love. We discuss imposter syndrome and over coming it, lack of representation within the cake community, the effect the pandemic had on her business which was in fact a positive experience. She has a real passion for her business and constantly looking to challenge herself. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 4: A day in the life: of a side hustle baker | 28 Nov 2022 | 00:23:48 | |
In this episode l go through my weekly routine for working on orders within the business and how l fit this in alongside a full time job. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 3: Natasha Orumbie N.O cakes R better | 23 Nov 2022 | 00:35:43 | |
In this episode l had the pleasure of talking to Natasha Orumbie from N.O cakes R better. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 2: Lauren Grace cake coach | 18 Oct 2022 | 00:40:36 | |
My first ever guest on the adventures in kakeland podcast is Lauren Smy. I know Lauren through a couple of facebook groups that we were in and she has now created her own free facebook and memberships groups. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 1:The lipstick effect | 20 Sep 2022 | 00:19:17 | |
Welcome to the first episode of the adventures in kakeland podcast. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 31:The physical toll of running a cake business | 28 May 2025 | 00:34:08 | |
In todays episode l speak about aspects of running a cake business that takes it toll on us physically and the changes l have personally made to reduce the toll and stress. Also i spoke about a collaboration with Cristina Arevalo on her podcast called the Art cake coach podcast. We were talking all things cake business and issues that effect us in running a business. This conversation will lead to a series of podcast episodes later in the year discussing the various issues that effect us within the cake community. you can listen to the episode here: I also speak about what's trending in May in the world of cake across social media. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 30: Amber Marshall - Caketu (Cake to you) | 29 Apr 2025 | 00:52:05 | |
Today i am in conversation with Amber Marshall who is the owner and the creator of the Caketu platform which is baker market place. We speak about the reason for creating her platform, how it fills a gap in the market place and what inspired the name and the use of a cockatoo as a brand logo. Also i talk about what has been trending in the cake world and what ive been upto in the business during April. If you want to connect with Amber and caketu you can find her here: Instagram: Caketu If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 29: My reset reading list for motivation and mindset | 01 Apr 2025 | 00:37:15 | |
In todays episode l share 5 books (and few bonus titles) l have read that have helped when motivation is lacking and the mindset needs a boost. I enjoyed reading them and hopefully you will too. And in usual fashion l discuss what l have been up to in the business in the month of march and also what l have seen trending in the cake sphere on social media. How to style your brand Fiona Humberstone The power hour Adriene Herbert Bonus Crush it Gary Vaynerchuck If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 28: Tosin Adebutu: Rebake | 25 Feb 2025 | 00:50:31 | |
In this episode i am in conversation with another fabulous guest. Tosin Adebutu is the founder and owner of Rebake which is a baker to baker resale marketplace for baking equipment and baking themed books, think vinted for bakers. Its a fabulous concept and just what is needed within the industry especially to encourage sustainability and avoid waste. Tosin speaks about what inspired her to create the app, her challenges and her mission around sustainability. Also within this episode l recap on the month of Feb, as well as the rise in cake scammers and the tiktok debate Walmart v home Bakers discussion. if you would like to to connect with Tosin you can find her on the links below: If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 27:Patience Nwodu - Chibu London | 28 Jan 2025 | 00:45:54 | |
I am back to my normal podcast schedule. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 26: 2024 reflections and 2025 tweaks | 07 Jan 2025 | 00:29:40 | |
Happy new year If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 38: Cristina Arevalo - The art cake coach & No icing podcast | 03 Feb 2026 | 00:50:44 | |
Today is a guest episode where i am back in conversation with Cristina Arevalo from the Art cake coach podcast. We speak about her DMA award nomination, the boom of cake coaches and her new podcast No icing. It was a great conversation. Also in this episode i talk about the relaunch of my SBKB treat box and how i wanted to create more of an experience to my customers. Also whats been trending over the month of january in the cake world.. If you would like to connect with Cristina you can find her on instagram and facebook book: The art cake coach facebook No icing podcast If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 37: Side hustles within your cake business | 13 Jan 2026 | 00:47:35 | |
Happy new year I'm back with the first episode of 2026 and in todays episode i talk about how to generate additional income within your business. From workshops to selling digital products. I also speak about what i have been up to in the business and what i have seen trending across socials in December/January If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Episode 36: Consumer shifts that are changing our cake businesses | 03 Dec 2025 | 00:41:28 | |
In today’s episode I look at consumer shifts that are or will be changing our business. From the increase in GLPs to nostalgia. I also look back at the month of November in the business and what I’ve seen trending across social media. This is the last episode for 2025, I’ll be back in January. Merry Christmas If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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| Shoot your shot, step outside of the cake world | 05 Mar 2026 | 00:42:34 | |
In today’s episode I share my day at a business event called SBS aka small business Sunday and how I believe that stepping outside of the comfort zone of the cake world opens us up to interesting stories of other businesses and founders. Over my cake career I have been stepped outside of my comfort zone to be featured different forms of media. This gave me confidence and personal growth. I also speak about the new cake and bake schedules for cake international, Trends and also shared what I have been up to in the business and the relaunch of my treat box If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me here. Thank you for listening
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