85 episodes

Events Planner Liz Taylor interviews celebrities and business leaders about the events & life lessons that contributed to their success.

Liz has been organising events for 30 years and in this podcast series, opens up her black book to invite an eclectic mix of people to discuss the events that made them.

Every interview is accompanied by an "Air Extension" - an episode dedicated to Liz's breakdown of the themes from each interview.

Events That Made Me with Liz Taylor Liz Taylor

    • Business
    • 4.9 • 62 Ratings

Events Planner Liz Taylor interviews celebrities and business leaders about the events & life lessons that contributed to their success.

Liz has been organising events for 30 years and in this podcast series, opens up her black book to invite an eclectic mix of people to discuss the events that made them.

Every interview is accompanied by an "Air Extension" - an episode dedicated to Liz's breakdown of the themes from each interview.

    The Elf On The Shelf & Mrs Claus

    The Elf On The Shelf & Mrs Claus

    "My job is to visit all the children and report to Mr and Mrs Claus."

    Ahead of the festive season, Liz is joined by two very important people directly from the North Pole. Find out what really happens in the run-up to Christmas and get an exclusive insight into that magical family. 

    Liz Taylor’s 30-year career in event planning has built an impressive portfolio of events, including celebrity weddings, charity fundraisers like Children in Need with Gary Barlow and huge gala dinners such as the Winter White Gala at Kensington Palace for HRH Duke of Cambridge, as well as the Manchester United Champions League winning after party in Moscow and Coronation Street’s 40th-anniversary celebrations.

    Liz Taylor
    Instagram - @liztaylorconsultancy
    Twitter - @ConsultancyLiz
    Facebook - facebook.com/LizTaylorConsultancy
    LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/liztaylor-tlc
    Website - liz-taylor-consulting.co.uk

    • 16 min
    Ryan Thomas, Actor

    Ryan Thomas, Actor

    “I’m committed to this woman and everything she’s given me”

    You know Ryan Thomas from Coronation Street and Neighbours, today on Events That Made Me, Ryan joins Liz to share what he’s been up to since his time off the screen.

    Ryan shares what family life is like back in Manchester and the projects that are on the horizon.

    Liz Taylor’s 30-year career in event planning has built an impressive portfolio of events, including celebrity weddings, charity fundraisers like Children in Need with Gary Barlow and huge gala dinners such as the Winter White Gala at Kensington Palace for HRH Duke of Cambridge, as well as the Manchester United Champions League winning after party in Moscow and Coronation Street’s 40th-anniversary celebrations.

    Liz Taylor
    Instagram - @liztaylorconsultancy
    Twitter - @ConsultancyLiz
    Facebook - facebook.com/LizTaylorConsultancy
    LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/liztaylor-tlc
    Website - liz-taylor-consulting.co.uk

    Ryan Thomas
    Instagram - @ryanthomas84
    Twitter - @ryanjamesthomas

    • 21 min
    Paul Baker, Baker

    Paul Baker, Baker

    “There is always a way to do anything”

    Paul Baker made his millions by selling brioche, he joins Liz to tell her how he went from a family run bakery in Devon, to co-founder of the the international bakery business the St.Pierre Groupe

    Paul reveals how he’s twice bounced back after “staring into the abyss”. And she shares some of his most important learnings from a life in business.

    Plus, what’s next for Paul since he’s sold his business to the largest bakery company in the world?

    Liz Taylor’s 30-year career in event planning has built an impressive portfolio of events, including celebrity weddings, charity fundraisers like Children in Need with Gary Barlow and huge gala dinners such as the Winter White Gala at Kensington Palace for HRH Duke of Cambridge, as well as the Manchester United Champions League winning after party in Moscow and Coronation Street’s 40th-anniversary celebrations.

    Liz Taylor
    Instagram - @liztaylorconsultancy
    Twitter - @ConsultancyLiz
    Facebook - facebook.com/LizTaylorConsultancy
    LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/liztaylor-tlc
    Website - liz-taylor-consulting.co.uk

    Paul Baker
    LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/paul-baker-7847aa11/

    • 30 min
    Jo Malone CBE, Perfumer

    Jo Malone CBE, Perfumer

    “In every fragrance I create, I'm telling you the story of my life”

    You may be familiar with Jo Malone’s scents; Lime Basil, Pomegranate Noir, Wood Sage. Today, Jo Malone joins Liz Taylor to share how she created the Jo Malone brand, how her sense of smell is her superpower, and what’s next for her new business, Jo Loves.

    Liz Taylor’s 30-year career in event planning has built an impressive portfolio of events, including celebrity weddings, charity fundraisers like Children in Need with Gary Barlow and huge gala dinners such as the Winter White Gala at Kensington Palace for HRH Duke of Cambridge, as well as the Manchester United Champions League winning after party in Moscow and Coronation Street’s 40th-anniversary celebrations.

    Jo Malone 
    Instagram - @jomalonecbe
    Twitter - @jomalonecbe
    Website - joloves.com

    Liz Taylor
    Instagram - @liztaylorconsultancy
    Twitter - @ConsultancyLiz
    Facebook - facebook.com/LizTaylorConsultancy
    LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/liztaylor-tlc
    Website - liz-taylor-consulting.co.uk

    • 34 min
    Jodie Prenger, Actress

    Jodie Prenger, Actress

    “I never played a leading lady because I was a little chubby”

    Jodie Prenger has been a star on both stage and screen. In this episode of Events That Made Me, Jodie reveals how her love for entertainment started with Drag Queens in Blackpool. 

    Jodie tells Liz how winning I’d Do Anything in 2008 launched her career in theatre as she played Nancy on the West End, and eventually led to her current role on Coronation Street (even though she didn’t even audition.)

    Liz Taylor’s 30-year career in event planning has built an impressive portfolio of events, including celebrity weddings, charity fundraisers like Children in Need with Gary Barlow and huge gala dinners such as the Winter White Gala at Kensington Palace for HRH Duke of Cambridge, as well as the Manchester United Champions League winning after party in Moscow and Coronation Street’s 40th-anniversary celebrations.

    Liz Taylor
    Instagram - @liztaylorconsultancy
    Twitter - @ConsultancyLiz
    Facebook - facebook.com/LizTaylorConsultancy
    LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/liztaylor-tlc
    Website - liz-taylor-consulting.co.uk

    Jodie Prenger
    Instagram - @msjodieprenger

    • 26 min
    Emma Neville, Philanthropist

    Emma Neville, Philanthropist

    “I'm not ashamed to say I’m fully through the menopause now.”

    Emma Neville is far from just being Gary Neville’s wife. In this tell-all conversation with Liz, Emma reveals how she handled the shock of going through early menopause, and how this has empowered her to help other women.

    Plus, Liz and Emma discuss how going through counselling led Emma to becoming a counsellor herself and working alongside Bury Cancer Support Centre.

    Liz Taylor’s 30-year career in event planning has built an impressive portfolio of events, including celebrity weddings, charity fundraisers like Children in Need with Gary Barlow and huge gala dinners such as the Winter White Gala at Kensington Palace for HRH Duke of Cambridge, as well as the Manchester United Champions League winning after party in Moscow and Coronation Street’s 40th-anniversary celebrations.

    Liz Taylor
    Instagram - @liztaylorconsultancy
    Twitter - @ConsultancyLiz
    Facebook - facebook.com/LizTaylorConsultancy
    LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/liztaylor-tlc
    Website - liz-taylor-consulting.co.uk

    • 36 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
62 Ratings

62 Ratings

suemcgran ,

FABULOUS

Just listened to the Emma Neville interview. What a lovely lady. Keeps herself away from the public eye and does so much for charity and helping others. Looking forward to hearing about her new work with ladies going through the menopause. Loved it !

Sebt63 ,

Great podcast

I listen to lots of podcasts and this is one of the best. I love listening to all of Liz’s guest they are brilliant interviews.
Thank you Liz.x

Jayooooooooooo ,

Inspiring Insightful Hilarious

Thank you Liz for a brilliant podcast! You are truly inspiring and I thoroughly enjoy listening to the many stories and lessons from you and your special guests 🥰xxx

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