List of Episodes

27 Episodes

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S3 Ep #10: #TikTok10: Families and Escapism with @kellyterranova

Released 15 July, 2020

One flick through Kelly’s TikTok and we’re immediately in the mood for dancing! Proving addictive routines aren’t just for Gen Z and parenting doesn’t have to be a drag, Kelly joins us today for TikTok Ten, walking us through the effort involved to make an ad-campaign pop, the escapism of TikTok and why the creative risk is always worth it.

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S3 Ep #9: #TikTok10: Magic and Maturity with @magicsingh

Released 14 July, 2020

Coming from an OG TikTok power couple (his wife is previous TikTok Ten guest @pavanhenna), Amardeep certainly knows how to charm his followers. Nailing every spell in the book, Magic Singh brings joy to his community through mindboggling tricks, proving there’s no better expert to walk us through the secret to successful content on TikTok.

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S3 Ep #8: #TikTok10: Creativity and Culture with @pavanhenna

Released 13 July, 2020

One half of our favourite Dhanjal TikTok family, Pavan is the speediest henna artist on the planet. A viral sensation and creative inspiration to millions, Pavan launched her henna empire in major London department stores. Well on the way to world domination, she paused to chat with us about garnering 40K live-stream viewers and how to properly engage your audience.

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S3 Ep #7: #TikTok10: Community Fun with @matthewandryanuk

Released 10 July, 2020

Our TikTok Ten TV stars, Matthew and Ryan, are currently starring in TikTok’s first ever UK television advert, demonstrating just how serious the platform is about reaching the masses. Joining us today to chat LGBTQ+ life online, and the importance of brand -creator trust, Matthew and Ryan tell us how it is.

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S3 Ep #6: #TikTok10: Art and Animation with @tootymcnooty

Released 09 July, 2020

Hopefully our guests’ handle alone will have you entertained for ten minutes straight! ‘Tooty McNooty’ as Lulu is known on TikTok, is the platform’s artist in residence. An animation expert with over four million followers, she joins us today to chat about shock value, the importance of sound and why more meaningful content has space to shine on TikTok.

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S3 Ep #5: #TikTok10: Photography and Education with @ellvitz

Released 08 July, 2020

Having picked up a camera at fourteen, photography is now Elliot Vitzthum’s full time job; travelling the world to shoot campaigns and concerts, whilst sharing POV content to TikTok, for fans to follow in his footsteps. In this episode of TikTok Ten, Elliot shares his wisdom on TikTok hacks, the importance of brand loyalty and why metric-chasing will get you nowhere.

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S3 Ep #4: #TikTok10: Gen Z Comedy with @itsyourboylouis

Released 07 July, 2020

As we consistently chant here at Connects: authenticity is key. So, you’ll see why we align with TikTok native Louis Wright, who believes there’s no better asset than originality. Joining us for TikTok Ten today, Louis shares his insider knowledge on how best to use the platform, and why there’s no such thing as “failure”.

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S3 Ep #3: #TikTok10: Viral Gaming with @dj_rangster

Released 06 July, 2020

Life as an electrician was lacking vitality for Jamie, so in pursuit of his life for Vine (the OG short-form video sharing app), he logged onto TikTok and the rest is history. As our resident Gen Z meme man and comedian, Jamie discusses being his true self online, the point of hashtags and why consistency is key.

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S3 Ep #2: #TikTok10: Musical Comedy with @dentistsinging

Released 03 July, 2020

If we can’t promise anything else, this episode of #TikTok10 is guaranteed to be the most fun anyone’s had whilst learning about oral-hygiene! The singing doctor talks us through balancing dentistry with parody and why a niche is the secret to successful content on TikTok.

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S3 Ep #1: #TikTok10: Diversity and Dance with @nikkililly

Released 02 July, 2020

A role model to us all and a viral sensation in her own right, content creator and disability activist Nikki Lilly gives us 10-minutes of her time to talk about TikTok. We cover why campaigns feel more authentic on TikTok than any other platform right now, and how brands can do more to promote diversity.

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S2 Ep #5: Twinning At Life with Laviai and Lina Nielsen

Released 08 April, 2020

It’s not every day we get to interview Olympic hopefuls – let alone two. Laviai and Lina Nielson are identical twin athletes, on the road to a delayed Tokyo 2021. Raised in East London, Lav and Lina are blessed with brains, beauty and not to mention bags of talent. In the wake of COVID-19, the Nielsen sisters’ dreams have been put on pause, but their lives both on and off the track have not. So, what does the road ahead look like? Follow Laviai and Lina here: https://www.instagram.com/laviai/ // https://www.instagram.com/linaruns/ and find out more about SEEN Connects at: www.seenconnects.com

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S2 Ep #4: The Community of Sports with Tim Lovejoy

Released 01 April, 2020

If you’ve ever wondered what goes down at the Beckham’s infamous World Cup parties, this is the podcast episode for you. Tim Lovejoy first hit our screens as the host of Soccer AM on Sky Sports, a football show that raised the bar in every sense, in a format that has never been matched. It’s been a decade since the glory days of Soccer AM… so, what’s Tim up to now, why was he peeing next to Puff Daddy at a party, and why is the emotional impact of sport so relevant? Tune in for two fans going head to head – Adidas Vs. Nike, City Vs. Chelsea! Catch Tim on Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch, listen to his podcast Dear Lovejoy here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/dear-lovejoy/id1196671475 and find out more about SEEN Connects at: www.seenconnects.com

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S2 Ep #3: Life After Made In Chelsea with Rosie Fortescue

Released 25 March, 2020

From reality TV star to entrepreneur, Rosie Fortescue is a gal about London town, and found her way to the Connects sofa studio this week! We spent the session chatting about what life is really like behind the reality TV lens, whether or not reality stars make the best influencers, whether enough support is given to the stratospheric fame-os of today, and what makes for a good influencer-led brand. Follow Rosie's jewellery brand at: https://www.instagram.com/rosiefortescuejewellery and find out more about SEEN Connects at: www.seenconnects.com

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S2 Ep #2: Humanising Tech with Gadgets Boy

Released 18 March, 2020

Verified Views is back with a brand new invention... or at least, Gadgets Boy is!

Tech influencer Tomi Adebayo (AKA Gadgets Boy) was in the Connects studio this week, chatting all things 5G, sustainability, AR, VR and robotic drones. To say we had our minds blown would be the understatement of the century. This episode is not one for brands to miss; with unprecedented advice on how to work with influencers from idea conception, to packaging, to content creation... lean on those who know your customers best! Follow Tomi at: https://www.instagram.com/gadgetsboy/ and find out more about SEEN Connects at: www.seenconnects.com

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S2 Ep #1: The New Age of Activism with Yassmin Abdel-Magied

Released 10 March, 2020

Your insider influencer fix has returned; welcome to Verified Views, Season 2! Back with a bang, we're kicking off the series with an emotive deep-dive on 'Cancel Culture', with modern day activist Yassmin Abdel-Magied. With practical advise on how brands can actively build diverse work forces, and a reality check on the devastating destruction social media can cause to people's lives, this episode is not one to miss. Follow Yassmin at @yassmin_a and find out more about SEEN Connects at www.seenconnects.com

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Ep #12: Wellness with Alice Liveing

Released 12 November, 2019

Our next guest on #VerifiedViews is 4am riser (!) Alice Liveing, a woman who is leading both the social and wellness spaces, proving influencers can create authentic, holistic health and fitness content, alongside a message of self-love. If you want to follow Alice, you can do so here: https://www.instagram.com/aliceliveing/ Whilst you’re here, if you’d like to find out more about SEEN Connects you can find us at www.SEENConnects.com.

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Ep #11 LIVE: Parenting with Jeff Brazier and Martha Lewis

Released 21 October, 2019

It’s a special #VerifiedViews episode this week as we are LIVE in front of a studio audience! On the mic are parenting influencers @Jeffbrazier and @Marthashappilyeverafter.

Whilst you’re here, why not find out more about SEEN Connects here www.seenconnects.com

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Ep #10: Viral Content with @World_Record_Egg

Released 07 October, 2019

Our next guest on #VerifiedViews is none other than Mother Egg – one of three humans who gave birth to the one and only, world record egg! With over 7.8 million followers, we’re so incredibly excited to be getting under the shell of our small speckled friend. Join The Egg Gang here, https://www.instagram.com/world_record_egg. If you’d like to find out more about SEEN Connects, you can find us at www.SEENConnects.com.

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Ep #9: Setbacks and Successes with AJ Odudu

Released 09 September, 2019

Our next guest on #VerifiedViews is the Native Northerner AJ Odudu - discussing what it’s like balancing an influencer lifestyle with full-time jobs as a presenter, DJ, and qualified personal trainer to name a few (oh, did we not mention that?). If you want to follow AJ, you can do so on Instagram via this link: https://www.instagram.com/ajodudu/. Whilst you’re here, if you’d like to find out more about SEEN Connects you can also find us at www.SEENConnects.com.

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Ep #8: Hijab Tutorials and School-run Vlogs with Amena Khan

Released 05 August, 2019

Our next guest on #VerifiedViews is the empowering Amena Khan - she's a mother, a wife, a trifactor business owner and an activist. If you want to follow Amena, you can do so on Instagram via this link: https://www.instagram.com/amenakhan/?hl=en Whilst you’re here, if you’d like to find out more about SEEN Connects you can also find us at www.SEENConnects.com.

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Ep #7: Fraudulent Followers with Gallucks

Released 05 July, 2019

In this episode, we’ve got one of the first men on the fashion blogging scene, Gallucks, chatting to us about all things influencer. So, from fake followers, Fyre Festival and homophobic trolls, Joel is here to spill some influencer tea and tell us what life is really like behind the ‘gram. Find Gallucks on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/gallucks/. To find out more about the work we do at Connects, visit us at www.seenconnects.com.

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Ep #6: Being a Female Athlete with Rowan Cheshire

Released 10 June, 2019

In this episode, Olympic skier Rowan Cheshire chats to us about what it’s like to be a young woman in a male dominated industry, spills the tea on working with global brands like Samsung and Superdry and humbly ignores the fact we think she’s the perfect role model for a generation of up and coming insta-athletes. Find Rowan on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/rowancheshire. To find out more about the work we do at Connects, visit us at www.seenconnects.com.

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Ep #5: Mental Health with Frankie Bridge

Released 13 May, 2019

It's #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek in the UK, so for the latest episode we're chatting to Frankie Bridge about growing up in the public eye; where to draw the line on Instagram and her debut book, Open. Find Frankie on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/frankiebridge/. To find out more about the work we do at Connects, visit us at www.seenconnects.com.

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Ep #4: Train like a Dancer with Danielle Peazer

Released 08 April, 2019

Danielle Peazer tells us how she went from professional dancer to online fitness guru, with a following of over 5 million in her back pocket. Find Danielle on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/daniellepeazer/. To find out more about the work we do at Connects, visit us at www.seenconnects.com.

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Ep #3: The Power of Diversity with Arooj Aftab

Released 11 March, 2019

We chat to fashion influencer Arooj Aftab on diversity in the marketing industry and how her genetic condition, NF1, has impacted her career. Find Arooj on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/vogue_wonders/. To find out more about the work we do at Connects, visit us at www.seenconnects.com.

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Ep #2: The Boy Who Bakes with Edd Kimber

Released 14 February, 2019

We talk to Edd Kimber, aka The Boy Who Bakes, on reality TV truths, social media's ever changing landscape and the Gay Cake row. Find Edd on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/theboywhobakes/ To find out more about the work we do at Connects, visit us at www.seenconnects.com.

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Ep #1: Gut Brains with The Mac Twins

Released 18 January, 2019

Connects MD Sedge Beswick chats to The Mac Twins on gut health, life as the Love Island DJs and what it means to be female in the music industry. Find the twins on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/themactwins/. To find out more about the work we do at Connects, visit us at www.seenconnects.com.

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ABOUT SEEN CONNECTS

At Connects we believe in doing influencer marketing differently. We don’t do badging exercises. We don’t choose influencers based purely on follower numbers. We develop real relationships between brands and influencers, to create authentic content that drives genuine connections