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Creatives Like Us

Creatives Like Us

Written by: Angela Lyons
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Creatives Like Us® is a podcast dedicated to opening up the conversation and amplifying the voices of underrepresented creatives, especially people of colour.

Hosted by graphic designer Angela Lyons, this podcast is all about breaking down barriers and showing that a successful career in the creative industry is possible for everyone. Through open conversations with inspiring creatives, Angela creates a platform for stories that challenge the status quo and provide insight, encouragement, and practical advice. Creatives Like Us is here to empower and uplift the next generation of diverse talent, whether you're a student, graduate, or exploring a new career path.

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Episodes
  • From Fashion to Freedom: Sarah Christie's Creative Evolution
    Jan 22 2026

    In this episode of "Creatives Like Us," host Angela Lyons engages in a heartfelt conversation with jewellery and accessory designer Sarah Christie. Sarah shares her journey from a young girl influenced by her Jamaican grandparents to becoming a successful designer with her own brand, By Sarah Christie. She discusses the importance of cultural heritage in her work, the challenges she faced in the fast-paced fashion industry, and her decision to pivot towards creating a brand that reflects her values and personal story. Sarah emphasizes the significance of community and empowerment, particularly for women, and how her experiences during the pandemic led her to focus on her brand's mission of uplifting others through design.

    Throughout the conversation, Sarah highlights the importance of self-belief and the power of storytelling in her creations. She shares insights on how her designs are inspired by her family history and the emotional connections behind each piece. The episode culminates in a discussion about the future of her brand, including potential collaborations and the importance of creating a supportive community for women in business. This episode is a celebration of creativity, resilience, and the journey of self-discovery in the world of fashion.

    Connect with Sarah and see her creations

    Website: bysarachristie.com

    Instagram: bysarachristie


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    Contact Information

    This podcast is hosted by award-winning graphic designer Angela Lyons of Lyons Creative.

    If you have any questions or suggestions or would like to be featured on this podcast, please email angela@lyonscreative.co.uk


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    36 mins
  • Just Start: Overcoming Self-Doubt in Creativity
    Jan 8 2026

    In this episode of Creatives Like Us, host Angela Lyons reflects on her journey over the past year, discussing the importance of overcoming self-doubt, the impact of community support and the lessons learned from her podcasting experience.

    The episode also highlights the achievements of the podcast and its guests, celebrating the diversity and creativity within the community.

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    If you have enjoyed the podcast, please leave a review here. Thank you!

    Support the show

    Contact Information

    This podcast is hosted by award-winning graphic designer Angela Lyons of Lyons Creative.

    If you have any questions or suggestions or would like to be featured on this podcast, please email angela@lyonscreative.co.uk


    You can follow and connect here:
    Instagram
    LinkedIn
    Podcast website
    Instagram - Creatives Like Us Podcast
    Join the mailing list

    Buy me coffee or a cuppa tea!

    The opinions of our host and guests are their own.
    If you enjoyed this podcast, please rate, review and subscribe with the podcast provider of your choice or leave us a review. Thanks!

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    10 mins
  • Being Intentionally Yourself with Gus Bhandal
    Nov 27 2025

    In this episode, Angela sits down with Gus Bhandal, a LinkedIn trainer and marketing agency owner based in Coventry, to discuss authenticity in business and the power of being intentionally yourself.

    Gus shares his unconventional journey from marketing professional to pub landlord and how running a pub for three years became the catalyst for starting his own marketing agency.

    The conversation explores Gus's philosophy on LinkedIn: why being yourself is your biggest competitive advantage, how to create content that AI can't replicate, and the importance of consistent visibility. He explains his "force fields" approach to marketing and why he chose to specialise in LinkedIn.

    Gus also talks about co-founding Uplift Live, an annual LinkedIn conference that brings together global specialists.

    Throughout the episode, they discuss the reality of being a creative of colour in business and why surrounding yourself with good people matters more than anything else.

    Plus, Gus reveals the story behind his signature orange branding and those Terry's Chocolate Oranges!

    Links to Gus @ The M Guru:

    The LinkedIn-first Digital Marketing Agency website: TheMGuru.co.uk

    Subscribe to The Enlightenment

    Connect with Gus on LinkedIn

    Join The Squeeze membership

    Join Gus’ free Facebook group

    Meet Gus at Uplift Live - The LinkedIn focused conference

    If you have enjoyed the podcast, please leave a review here. Thank you!

    Support the show

    Contact Information

    This podcast is hosted by award-winning graphic designer Angela Lyons of Lyons Creative.

    If you have any questions or suggestions or would like to be featured on this podcast, please email angela@lyonscreative.co.uk


    You can follow and connect here:
    Instagram
    LinkedIn
    Podcast website
    Instagram - Creatives Like Us Podcast
    Join the mailing list

    Buy me coffee or a cuppa tea!

    The opinions of our host and guests are their own.
    If you enjoyed this podcast, please rate, review and subscribe with the podcast provider of your choice or leave us a review. Thanks!

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    33 mins
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