Dahlia is joined by Galina Sobolev, designer, stylist and former model to discuss clothes, confidence and cultural influences on how we dress.

In this episode, Dahlia speaks with fashion designer Galina Sobolev about her life, her move from Odessa to New York, and the experiences that shaped her career in the American fashion industry. Galina shares how immigration, early ambition, and the cultural shift of arriving in the United States influenced her creative direction and long-term success.

Topics covered in this episode:

• Galina’s childhood in Odessa and what it meant to grow up in a creative household

• Her family’s move to New York and how that transition opened the door to fashion

• The early years of building a career in the American fashion industry

• How she developed her design identity and approach to dressing real women

• Her memories of Studio 54 and how that nightlife era shaped her understanding of style, confidence, and culture

• The evolution of her brand and the lessons she has carried through decades of work

• Her perspective on longevity, reinvention, and staying relevant in a changing industry

  
  

  Why this episode matters:

  Galina’s story offers insight into the immigrant experience, the realities of building a fashion career in New York, and the cultural impact of Studio 54. She also shares practical thoughts on confidence and how women can style themselves today in a way that feels modern, intentional, and true to who they are.

  . Galina Sobolev is a fashion designer known for her long-standing influence in the American fashion industry. Born in Odessa and raised in a creative family, she immigrated to New York as a young woman, where she began building her career in design. Over the years, she has developed a reputation for creating clothing that prioritises fit, confidence, and real-life wearability. Her early experiences in New York, including the cultural energy of the Studio 54 era, shaped her understanding of style and self‑expression. Today, Galina continues to design, mentor, and share her perspective on fashion, identity, and how women can dress with intention and confidence.

  She can be found on instagram @galinasobolev

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Dahlia is joined by Anna Mathur to discuss stress, psychotherapy and gaining support from those around you.

Anna is a psychotherapist and best selling author and explains in the value that therapy can offer in our everyday (rather than being reserved for moments of crisis). Dahlia and Anna discuss ways to source support in our lives, understanding boundaries and recognising how and where in our network we can seek out support when we need it most. The conversation includes a look into our 'uncomfortable truths', what it means when we 'self sabotage' and how to bring us back into the present and remember who we are and what we can and do handle in our everyday

Anna Mathur is a psychotherapist and bestsellingauthor. She's passionate about taking therapy out of the consulting room, sharing her personal and professional experiences online. She offers supportive insights across social media platforms, via online courses, at in-personevents, and through her incredibly popular podcast, The Therapy Edit. Anna's podcast has over 4 million downloads, with guests including Fearne Cotton, Sophie Ellis Bextor, Anna Whitehouse, Holly Tucker, Giovanna Fletcherand Liz Earle.

Anna is frequently called upon as an expert for printand broadcast media, having featured in The Times, The Telegraph, iNews, ITV’s This Morning, BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Radio 4 Woman’s Hour, amongst others.Her previous books include Sunday Times bestsellers Mind Over Mother, Know Your Worth, Raising a Happier Mother and The Uncomfortable Truth.

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Dahlia is joined by fashion designer and artist Oliva Rubin to discuss the creativity, clothing and how to continue to follow your dreams.

Olivia takes listeners behind the scenes on the development of the Olivia Rubin brand including what inspired her, how it grew, how she connected with customers and the moment she knew it was time to pivot.

Dahlia and Olivia discuss the importance of staying true to who you are and remembering why you started in the first place, how to create sustainable brands and the joy Olivia has experienced re finding her original designs on Vinted!

Olivia talks about her personal style, how clothes influence your confidence and as always whether you can be stressed and well dressed at the same time.

After taking time away from design to focus on her family, Olivia found herself craving the colour and creativity that once defined her. What began as a personal journey soon grew into a brand loved for its playful prints, expressive colours, and designs that empower women to feel confident, vibrant, and truly themselves.
After a whirlwind journey of fast-gaining recognition and selling worldwide, Olivia has decided to slow down: to return to her creative roots, allow space for intention in the design process, and spend quality time making memories with her daughters.

Every Olivia Rubin piece is a reminder that success is about purpose, presence, and the joy of creating something meaningful.

Olivia's brand can be found at www.oliviarubinlondon.com and Olivia's instagram is @oliviarubin

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