What. A. Guest I've got for you to finish series one of the Gatecrasher podcast.

Simon Lycett shot to fame after arranging flowers for the smash-hit film 'Four Weddings And A Funeral'. He's worked on so many iconic events it was impossible to narrow it down to just one, so today you're in for a treat as we get to gatecrash a whole heap of events.

Loved by celebrities and Royals alike, Simon is known for always delivering the highest levels of passion and creativity.

Simon is ultra-enthusiastic and it was a joy to talk to him about how flowers bring events to life.

In this episode we chat about:

• Creating full-on florals for Sir Elton John
• Using flowers to transport you to another place
• Breaking the rules with Victoria Beckham
• The joy of filling your boots and loving your job

THANK YOU if you've listened to the Gatecrasher Podcast during series one, and for giving me the chance to share the incredible stories of the people behind events.

The next series starts in the Autumn and I’m lining up some inspirational guests and more great events to gatecrash. In the meantime keep in touch by clicking here to follow me on Instagram.

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This podcast is produced by Suzi at Story Publishing.

The world premiere of James Bond's No Time To Die was no ordinary event. After being pushed back 3 times due to the pandemic, when it finally arrived it felt like the symbol of normal life resuming as we waited to see not just how Daniel Craig would bow out but also whether the film would generate the return to cinema that the industry so badly needed.

Such was the hype that it warranted a rare joint royal attendance by Charles, Camilla, William and Kate who stepped out onto the red carpet to meet the stars from the film, including 007 himself.

On the podcast this week my guest Lucy Noble, Artistic Director at the Royal Albert Hall, talks about the logistics and pressures of hosting a star-studded, glittering film premiere when the eyes of the world are watching.

We also chat about

• Getting up close and personal with stars
• What happens behind the glamour
• How to create an electric atmosphere
• Why timing is everything

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On the podcast today we’re going behind the scenes of the second biggest street festival in the world and one of the most electrifying outdoor events you can ever experience.

It’s a celebration that encourages cultural unity.

"There's not many other events when you can see so many different people from different backgrounds, ethnicity and religion essentially at ease with each other."

Over the years Notting Hill Carnival has become a mainstay of British culture and even features on a list of the top 100 British icons. Not bad for an event that grew out of a small community gathering.

Taking us behind the scenes of this larger-than-life event, is CEO Matthew Phillip, as Carnival gets ready to return the streets after an enforced break of three years.

In this episode we talk about

• The role events play in bringing people together
• How to keep events authentic
• Why constant planning and refinement matters
• Perception & reality

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This podcast's produced by Suzi at Story Publishing.