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Rachel Aitken Presents TV & Radio Contributor with a new podcast out now! Find The Crossroad on Apple Music & Spotify ✨

11/06/2024

Taking a look back at Episode 1 of The Crossroad Pod with the incredible Lucy Edwards 🎧✨

In this episode we dived deep into Lucy’s incredibly inspiring journey. Lucy shares how her life dramatically changed overnight, becoming blind at the age of 17. Since then, Lucy has gone from having to learn how to make a cup of tea…to becoming a global TikTok sensation, showing the world for the first time how you can put on makeup as a blind person 🌞

Lucy truly takes my breath away. I feel beyond honoured to have spoken with her. You have no idea how much it meant ✨ Lucy is now a disability activist, BBC broadcaster, podcaster with her new hubby (IG), author….and she’s only just getting started!

Keep watching for some key takeaways from the debut episode ➡️

Starting the week off with some positivity today after a gorgeous weekend celebrating two dreamy humans I’ve known for o...
10/06/2024

Starting the week off with some positivity today after a gorgeous weekend celebrating two dreamy humans I’ve known for over 10 years, tie the knot 🌞☕

Although, great friends can pop up at all stages as we walk through this weird and wonderful life. I often cannot believe that I met The Crossroad Podcast guest Roisin Quinn on my doorstep after a Facebook Marketplace drop off and we’ve now become firm friends! 🧡

Roisin and I caught up at the gorgeous Emilys Formby and laughed at the way we met after I fell through the door with excitement at meeting her again! I just wanted to share this rather funny chance happening with you all 🎥

You never know when a new great friend might be around the corner…

Catch up on our hilarious, brilliant, open and raw conversation using the links in my bio now 🎧

Hi, I’m Rachel - new mum, wife, radio & TV contributor, dog mama and The Crossroad podcast host! 👋 📻I’ve had a lot of ne...
09/06/2024

Hi, I’m Rachel - new mum, wife, radio & TV contributor, dog mama and The Crossroad podcast host! 👋 📻

I’ve had a lot of new people joining me here these last few weeks, so I just wanted to re-introduce myself to you all! 🌞

Originally from Scotland, I’m now living in the North West of England with my family 👪🧡

Here you’ll find an insight into my busy little life spinning plates as a media contributor, whilst finding my feet in the world of motherhood…in a brand new town, but with lots of visitors from friends and family across the globe frequently coming to stay!

I’m always looking for new people to chat and connect with. So, if you feel like my content is aligned with your interests or you’re doing something similar and want to swap tips - please follow me and absolutely reach out. I'd love to hear from you 🤗

This week marks 3 years of our four legged family member. He is often found by my side during radio shows and podcast re...
06/06/2024

This week marks 3 years of our four legged family member. He is often found by my side during radio shows and podcast recordings: Guinness the Labrador! 🐶🧡

What a wild ride it’s been so far. Guinness has already been part of so many milestones with us. The list is endless 🤗

In episode 1 of the The Crossroad Podcast Lucy Edwards and I talk about how her lovely first guide dog, Olga, was hugely integral for Lucy’s mental wellbeing. Although in completely different circumstances, Guinness too got me out of bed at a time when I was struggling. I honestly don't recognise who I was back then and credit this unruly pup for providing much needed routine and perspective when he bounded into our lives…. 🏃

Catch up on episode 1 to hear more from Lucy and the continued positive impact Lucy has with her gorgeous guide dogs. Guinness, of course, features in our chat too! Links below ⬇️

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/28nV4nonCma4h77Zjk4bun?si=XI3sOsNxS1GjZ8bUaWbEIQ

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ep-1-lucy-edwards-on-being-blind-not-broken/id1745579364?i=1000655096558

05/06/2024

The Crossroad: Episode 5 with James Henderson is now available for streaming on Spotify & Apple Music 🎧

This episode is a super special one to me. James is not only podcast hosting legend to global golfing podcast, Top 100, smashing it entrepreneurially and super successful within Scottish farming - he is a one in a million friend 🙏

Our conversations are raw, honest and unfiltered. With this little snapshot into mates who truly back each other, we hope to inspire you to take a leap of faith. What’s the worst that could happen?! ✨

Head to the links below to stream the new episode! 🔗

Spotify ➡️ https://open.spotify.com/episode/2t7cqsBG95VJ2SPnxii973?si=XxR2zVZ5T8ii8tfOowY2Iw

Apple Music ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-crossroad/id1745579364?i=1000657915728

03/06/2024

The final episode of season one of The Crossroad Podcast is out on Wednesday! Where have the last 5 weeks gone?! This week I am delighted to share that the star of Top 100 James Henderson is this weeks guest 🎧🌞

James is not only a global golfing podcast host but a successful business owner and Scottish farmer - with crops being used by a very well known brand no less! Tune in to find out where the farms barely goes, alongside so much more…including topics about one another that we never knew - despite being friends since the age of 14 🙏

This episode will be available for streaming on Apple Music & Spotify this Wednesday, from 12pm!

In the meantime, you can listen to last week's amazing episode with Political Communications Specialist Jo Tanner now at the link below 📲

🔗: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4ACR3oU7vHprqPoIINmuno?si=x9BW2updTf2w3L8Vp0ObdA

Proudly sponsored by Arbor Vitamins - go and check this brilliant british brand out 💜

Swipe for a recap of this week 👉Started with an epic few days of glorious friends staying, including next week’s guest o...
02/06/2024

Swipe for a recap of this week 👉

Started with an epic few days of glorious friends staying, including next week’s guest on The Crossroad. 🤗

Stay tuned for more on that, it’s a belter! Debut made on BBC London with the lovely Jim Davis and Jolly Festive, lush play dates in the garden with my little, episode 4 of the Crossroad Podcast was released with the iconic Jo Tanner, dreamy pit stops during dog walks in Birkdale Village…and ended with a last minute road trip north for a change of scene (and extra pairs of hands for little ladies to hang off of!).

Although this is well and truly out of my comfort zone to open up my silly little life, I’m starting to feel very lucky to have this creative outlet as part of the launch of The Crossroad 🌞

Thank YOU to all new followers and for the encouraging words of support in DM’s. A wonderful new follower even so kindly reached out with an encouraging VN, I was blown away! Feeling less self conscious as the weeks go by, thanks to you all.

Have a glorious Sunday. I’m spending it with family, a chippy, plus an Iron Bru (you can take the gal out of Scotland…!). Bliss ✨

Here’s something that I get asked quite often on the radio as someone who moves around a lot: how do you make new friend...
30/05/2024

Here’s something that I get asked quite often on the radio as someone who moves around a lot: how do you make new friendships as a ‘grown up’? 💬🤔

I think building new communities at whatever life stage you're in is really important. BUT even for a chatty Cathy like me, it’s still daunting! New mums need fellow parents, just as much as you need your single friends when you’re dating. This doesn't mean that the worlds can’t combine and you have to ditch old mates, far from it. It just means you need people in the same boat 💭💭

Why can it feel so awkward and difficult as an adult trying to make new friends? What if you could just go back to making friends when you were tiny? I see my little one do it. She just sits down next to a fellow little and off they go. It really can still be that easy as an adult too!

I’d love to hear your own opinions on this… - let me know what you think in the comments! 👇

29/05/2024

The Crossroad: Episode 4 with Jo Tanner is now available for streaming on Spotify & Apple Music! 🎧

The response so far on the episodes already released has been amazing (cannot thank you enough). But, I've got a feeling you’re all really going to love this episode just as much as you’ve enjoyed the others 🙏

Jo is the most incredible woman and I feel very fortunate to have met her, and for such an open and honest conversation. As said in the podcast, I think we could all do with being a little more Jo Tanner. I hope you leave our conversation feeling as inspired and brave as I felt chatting to the wonderful Jo ✨

Head to the links below to stream the new episode! 🔗

Spotify ➡️ https://open.spotify.com/episode/4ACR3oU7vHprqPoIINmuno?si=z9RHiAd8Q5CPKRWmHbAKZg

Apple Music ➡️https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-crossroad/id1745579364?i=1000657140734

Episode 4 with super woman  is out tomorrow from 12pm, available for streaming on  and  🎧Cannot wait for you to hear thi...
28/05/2024

Episode 4 with super woman is out tomorrow from 12pm, available for streaming on and 🎧

Cannot wait for you to hear this conversation about taking control of your own life!

In the meantime, you can listen back to last week’s episode - where I talked about all things solo travel and positive change with the incredible 📲

Looking to make a change but unsure where to start? Follow on Instagram for all the encouragement you might need to just go for it ✨

27/05/2024

This week on Episode 4 of The Crossroad Podcast, I had the honour of chatting with the incredible Jo Tanner 🤩📢

Jo is a Political Communications Specialist to some of the biggest names at no.10. Alongside this, Jo somehow manages to also juggle caring for her mum, whilst also a role model mum herself to her wonderful son and hits up radio and tv interviews regularly! ✨

A modern day superwoman, our candid conversation in this week's episode leads Jo to reflect on the positive changes that came from taking control of her life when she hit 40. From divorce, selling the shares in her business to leaving behind what people expected of Jo…trust me, you don’t want to miss this conversation.

This one’s a must listen for those in need of some inspiration or motivation to take that leap of faith in life and make a positive change. 🙏

Episode 4 is out on Wednesday at 12pm, available for streaming on Spotify and Apple Music! 🎧

In the meantime, you can listen back to last week’s episode - where I talked about all things solo travel & positive change with the incredible Daisy’s Travel Diaries at the links below! 📲

Spotify ➡️ open.spotify.com/episode/33rSlzoB0t3LeOdLjPPKYn?si=fxFGqWguTzK2gisn0DsAbQ

Apple Music ➡️ podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-crossroad/id1745579364?i=1000656369216

Out walking my Labrador this bank holiday Monday, reflecting on how much of a real privilege it was to have such a raw a...
27/05/2024

Out walking my Labrador this bank holiday Monday, reflecting on how much of a real privilege it was to have such a raw and honest window into guide dog ownership with the extraordinary during the very first episode of ✨

What is the most inspiring of all is that Lucy remains upbeat, unphased and positive…which led her to meet some regular cabbies that have become firm friends when Lucy is back in London Town 🇬🇧🚕🐾

continues to blow me away. She is resilience personified and I feel incredibly lucky to have had the chance to have had an unforgettable conversation with her.

If you haven’t already listened, catch up on or now to hear how Lucy ‘rose from the ashes’ and continues to sour high, with a gorgeous doggo on tow and sense of humour unscathed 🥰

Want to look back when you’re 80 and think…that was one hell of a ride but not sure where to start? Well, I’ve got just ...
26/05/2024

Want to look back when you’re 80 and think…that was one hell of a ride but not sure where to start?

Well, I’ve got just the inspiring gal to give you all the encouragement you need! Catch up on the most magical conversation with BBC’s Interior Design Masters winner, Roisin Quinn, if you’re at a loose end this rainy Sunday or perhaps driving home after a big bank hol weekend. Roisin is guaranteed to put a smile on your face 🩷✨🙌🏼🥰🥳

Catch up on our glorious chat now on Apple Music or Spotify 📲

Who better to give you a nudge to follow your dreams this bank holiday weekend than the queen of travel herself: Daisy’s...
25/05/2024

Who better to give you a nudge to follow your dreams this bank holiday weekend than the queen of travel herself: Daisy’s Travel Diaries 🌼🌎✈️✨🥳

Catch up on The Crossroad Podcast latest episode with this glorious human now, on Apple Music or Spotify 📲

24/05/2024

A little behind the scenes insight into life working on the radio, from home… with a newborn and a house full! 🤣🎙️

But you know what? I love it and I wouldn’t have it any other way 🧡

Thoroughly enjoyed chatting with Becky Want once again last night on the Late Night Becky Show BBC Manchester - thank you for having me! 📻

You can listen back to the show on BBC Sounds where we talked compliments, proud moments for our parents, the top names for kids of the moment plus so much more 🌞

Who can relate to the chaos? Let me know in the comments! 🤭

22/05/2024

Episode 3 of The Crossroad Podcast is now LIVE on Spotify & Apple Music and available for listening! 🤩📢

In today’s episode, I am joined by the ray of sunshine that is Daisy’s Travel Diaries. Daisy is a positivity rebel, mindset shifter, and incredibly successful globe trotting digital nomad. That’s right, you can get paid to travel the world - UNREAL scenes ✈️

In this candid conversation, Daisy opens up about how she navigated change in all its many guises and found her way to exactly where she wants to be now 🌞

Join Daisy and I for an unfiltered conversation - where we dive into unexpected topics, including love, travelling solo and our advocacy for just going for it no matter what age you are! 🙌

Stream on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/33rSlzoB0t3LeOdLjPPKYn?si=fxFGqWguTzK2gisn0DsAbQ

Steam on Apple Music: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-crossroad/id1745579364?i=1000656369216

A lovely London adventure was had last weekend! 🇬🇧It was so nice to head down south for the night and catch up with frie...
21/05/2024

A lovely London adventure was had last weekend! 🇬🇧

It was so nice to head down south for the night and catch up with friends, and it was so needed!

I’ve had a hectic few weeks with The Crossroad Podcast launch, lots of lovely friends and family staying and my favourite regular radio slots with BBC Manchester so it was nice to unwind. Although, I missed my little lady so much but tried to be cool about it…! Anyone else's belly fully aches being away from their littles?! 🌞

I lived and worked in London for a few years and so always love being back in my old stomping ground. Being around great friends has definitely made me parent better this week which comes with the old Mumma guilt. If you’re feeling the same way, don’t feel guilty if you have a day to yourself. I know I’m a better parent for heading to the radio for an hour or two or carving longer periods of time for friends that don’t live in the same place. It’s not only great for your mental wellbeing but good for your little ones to have exposure to others. Plus, your friends may secretly thank you for having you all to themselves…

Here’s a little sneak peek into what I got up to 👉

Get ready to grab you passports and head into your next adventure when you listen to tomorrows latest episode of The Cro...
21/05/2024

Get ready to grab you passports and head into your next adventure when you listen to tomorrows latest episode of The Crossroad Podcast with digital nomad: Daisy’s Travel Diaries 🌼🌎✈️

Stream on Apple Music & Spotify from 12pm, Wednesday 22nd May…

In the meantime, catch up on our previous two episodes with the amazing Lucy Edwards & Roisin Quinn!

20/05/2024

Episode 3 of The Crossroad comes out on Wednesday & i’m SO excited! 🤩🎙️

This week i’m chatting with globetrotting digital nomad, solo traveller and sunshine in human form: Daisys Travel Diaries ✈️

In this super inspiring episode, we go all-in on how radical changes in Daisy’s life led her to where she is today ✨

If you’re looking for a sign to take that leap of faith into the unknown - this may just be it! 🫢

This episode will be available for streaming on Apple Music & Spotify on Wednesday at 12pm!

In the meantime, you can tune into the previous two episodes with the amazing Lucy Edwards & Roisin Quinn here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2LofHLH4kIqxMbXgQQ1Iqi 📲

15/05/2024

The Crossroad: Episode 2 is now LIVE! 🤩📢

A HUGE thank you to this year’s WINNER of Interior Design Masters, the incredibly talented and magical, Roisin Quinn for joining me and for being so open. I feel so incredibly lucky to have met this amazing woman, she is destined for great things so make sure you give her a follow!

Every time I chat to Roisin, I feel so inspired (and want to paint every wall in my home bright colours!) - I hope that you feel the same way after listening 🎧

You can tune in to the latest episode now over on Apple or Spotify 📲

Stream on Apple ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-crossroad/id1745579364

Stream on Spotify ➡️ https://open.spotify.com/show/2LofHLH4kIqxMbXgQQ1Iqi?si=0kcIeJNHTKqXFcLR7HDnPA

I can’t wait to hear what you all think…let me know in the comments! 👇

14/05/2024

A big thank you to Becky Want at BBC Radio as always for having me last night AND for being so supportive about the launch of my new podcast The Crossroad… which is out NOW! 🎙️

Incredibly lucky that I can contribute from the comfort of home, or the studio. It never gets lost on me. I often get asked how I juggle radio contribution and Mum life and this flexibility is a large part of how I can do it!

After my shameless podcast plug to the nation, we chatted through this week’s trending topics such as the BAFTAS, debated working from home, and as yesterday was cocktail day (heaven!)...swapped our fave drinks 🎙️

Catch up on Late Night Becky

Episode 2 of  lands this time TOMORROW! 🤩🎙️From 12pm, you can catch up with myself and the WINNER of this year’s BBC  …....
14/05/2024

Episode 2 of lands this time TOMORROW! 🤩🎙️

From 12pm, you can catch up with myself and the WINNER of this year’s BBC ….the INCREDIBLE 🩷🌺✨

has the most gorgeous new collection out with so make sure you go and check it out whilst you wait for the episode to drop…

Available for streaming Wednesday 15th May from 12pm on or 📌

In the meantime, you can check out episode 1 with the sensational now 🎧



13/05/2024

Episode 2 of my brand new podcast: The Crossroad is out on Wednesday! 🤩🎙️

This week we have the WINNER of this year’s Interior Design Masters….the INCREDIBLE Roisin Quinn is joining me for her first ever podcast interview.

Here’s a sneak peek into what you can expect from this week’s episode (it’s a juicy one)… 🎥

Available for streaming Wednesday 15th May from 12pm on Spotify & Apple Music! 📌

In the meantime, you can check out episode 1 with the sensational Lucy Edwards now using the link below 👇

https://open.spotify.com/episode/28nV4nonCma4h77Zjk4bun?si=5A0mHGFjR_a_tuWnd16-Yg

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