Tilly’talks

Episode 14 - Behind the scenes with Ridgeline!

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 08:42:13 GMT

Join us as we dive into an episode with Rachel and Lowri, a product designer, and garment technologist at Ridgeline clothing!

We talk about the rigorous process and time that goes into designing, developing and producing a product worthy of the ridgeline badge! Tune in to discover the behind the scenes work that goes into bringing our favourite work gear to life!

M & T x

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Episode 13 - Marts, Miles & Mighty Tups!

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 08:30:45 GMT

It’s been a busy few months and we’ve squeezed it all into this episode (well… almost).

From selling lambs to scouting for Yorkshire tups, to announcing our second baby and chatting through our future land plans…

This episode is a little insight into why we’ve been so quiet lately!

Tune in for a good old ramble with us.

M & T

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Episode 12 - Not So Smooth Sailing…

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 02:54:13 GMT

This week on Tilly’Talks, we open up about the reality of trying to juggle parenting, work, and life all at once. It hasn’t been smooth sailing - there have been plenty of lows, frustrations, and moments of feeling stuck - but we also do have some good things bubbling away in the background that keep us moving forward. If you’ve ever felt like you’re spinning plates and dropping a few along the way, this one’s for you. Enjoy! M & T x

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Episode 11 - All things country ‘Stile’ with Rachel Draper

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 10:58:48 GMT

In this episode, I’m joined by Rachel Draper, the inspiring founder behind the Country Stile app - a beautiful digital space connecting rural businesses, creatives, and countryside lovers. We chat about Rachel’s journey as an entrepreneur.

From juggling a business and motherhood to launching a platform that celebrates everything we love about the countryside, Rachel’s story is full of passion, resilience, and heart. If you’re a rural dreamer, small business owner, or just love the connecting to the countryside - this one’s for you!

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Episode 10 - Lambing, laughing and losing the plot…

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 15:26:31 GMT

Join myself and the boss as we chat a whole lot of nonsense in the episode ‘lambing, laughing and losing the plot’. We give a lambing debrief and a life update. It’s fairly unfiltered and a bit messy - but it’s real! Hope you enjoy! M & T x

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Episode 9.2 - Lambing lowdown!

Sun, 04 May 2025 06:06:32 GMT

Welcome back to Tilly’talks! This is a continuation of episode 9! Join us on our ups and downs of lambing!

Hope you enjoy, M & T x

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Episode 9 - Lambing lowdown!

Sun, 04 May 2025 05:58:37 GMT

Welcome back to Tilly’talks!

On this weeks episode we cover the ups and down of our lambing so far - it’s been a tough ride that’s for sure! Join us in our conversation on how we are juggling lambing season with our 10month old, a business and our general wellbeing…

Hope you enjoy! M & T x

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Episode 8.2 - Slip leads and side hustles - let’s talk business!

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 07:44:29 GMT

Welcome back to the pod! Part 2 of episode 8

From building a brand between bottle feeds and barking, to learning marketing hacks we definitely didn’t find in a textbook, we’re sharing the real, unfiltered behind-the-scenes of running a working dog business - whilst trying to stay sane… hope you enjoy!

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Episode 8 - Slip leads and side hustles, let’s talk business!

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 07:36:36 GMT

Welcome back to the pod! From building a brand between bottle feeds and barking, to learning marketing hacks we definitely didn’t find in a textbook, we’re sharing the real, unfiltered behind-the-scenes of running a working dog business - whilst trying to stay sane… hope you enjoy!

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Episode 7 - What the flocks been going on?

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 07:29:29 GMT

What the “flock” has been going on? Join us this week as we catch up on what’s has been going on the last few weeks! We talk about working the collies of course - and so much more! Tune in to listen this week on a down to earth episode of what the run up to lambing has been like!

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Episode 6 - Teamwork & Tension - wrangling sheep and eachother!

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 21:27:09 GMT

Working sheep isn’t always as picturesque as it looks on an Instagram post - especially when you’re juggling dogs, weather, and a baby who thinks 3AM is playtime. In this episode, I sit down with Teifion to chat about the real, unfiltered side of shepherding, from the tough days in the field to the rewarding moments with our family. We also dive into our take on parenting, how our farming lifestyle shapes our approach, and the lessons we hope to pass on to Mabel. Expect plenty of laughs, some honest truths, and a good dose of country life reality.

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Episode 5 - A chat with Teif!

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 23:42:19 GMT

In this episode of Tilly’talks we dive into the past of Teifion’s journey throughout his life in the dog world! We talk about when he realised that dogs are all he wanted to pursue for the rest of his life! As always there are ups and downs in all journeys; teifion talks about how he overcame his difficulties with training his first collie “Jess”

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Episode 4 - A Chat with Ellie Louise Scovell

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 23:10:31 GMT

On this episode of Tilly'talks, I chat with the lovely Ellie Louise Scovell! We cover a wide array of topics from her love and passion of rearing calves to how social media is bridging the gap between farmers and the general public! If you want to listen to someone that is a hard working, down to earth and passionate then Ellie is the girl for you! Grab a cup of tea and listen along to our chat! Head over to the instagram page to find out where you can keep up to date with Ellie and her calves!

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Episode 3 - Roots & Reflections

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:23:06 GMT

Where did my love for rural life begin? In this episode, I take a look back at my journey - from my earliest roots in the countryside to the life I live today. I’ll share stories that shaped my passion, the lessons I’ve learned, and some advice for anyone dreaming of a life outdoors. Along the way, I’ll chat about the daily struggles of being a first-time mum, the little things that keep me sane, and the joys (and chaos!) of balancing family, farming, and country living. Tune in for a dose of real-life rural stories, honest reflections, and a good old ramble!

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Episode 2 - A chat with Virginia Mills!

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 15:17:30 GMT

Join us this week for a lovely chat into the interesting life of Ginney Mills! We dive into all things country from her love of working her beautiful gundog “Morgan”, to how she intends to bring her handsome horse “Remi” into the world of showing! We discuss challenges involved with being in the spotlight of social media and how Ginney stays true to herself throughout it all! Thank you for tuning in, hope you enjoy!

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Episode 1.2 - Meet Teifion!

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 23:07:37 GMT

In the second part of my conversation with Teifion, we dive deeper into his passion for dog training and the incredible bond he builds with working dogs. From training techniques to the essential role dogs play in our lives. We also get to know more about Teifion himself - his journey, his motivations, and the dedication that makes him such a vital part of everything we do. Whether you’re a dog lover or just curious about life behind the scenes, this episode is one not to miss! Thank you for joining us!

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Episode 1 - Meet Teifion!

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 13:45:07 GMT

In this episode of Tilly Talks, I introduce you to Teifion, the support behind everything we do. From managing a hill flock and training gundogs to supporting every venture we take on, Teifion’s dedication and hard work make all of our lives easier. Nothing we do -whether it’s farming, raising a family, or following opportunities - would be possible without him. Tune in as we chat about his journey, his passion for working dogs and sheep, and how he keeps everything running smoothly, even in the busiest of times.

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An introduction

Sat, 04 Jan 2025 12:41:52 GMT

Welcome to the very first episode of TillyTalks! In this introductory episode, I share the heart behind the podcast, what inspired me to start it, and what you can expect moving forward! This podcast offers an honest, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to live and work in the heart of the countryside. Whether we’re out in the field, working the pens, or sharing fireside chats, you’ll get an authentic slice of rural life and everything in between.

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