E150: From Reality TV to Real Life: Confidence & Becoming You with Claudia Fogarty

In this episode of The School Run Podcast, we sit down with Claudia Fogarty for a real, honest conversation about the many chapters that shape who we become.From school and university to drama, confidence, and finding her voice, Claudia reflects on the experiences that helped build her resilience long before the public spotlight. We talk openly about her time on Love Island—not as the defining moment, but as just one chapter in a much bigger story.Claudia shares what motherhood has taught her about identity, self-belief, and balance, alongside her journey into entrepreneurialism, building her brand, and co-creating Sister Stories. We also explore her connection with Little Voices, her passion for Pilates, and how movement, confidence, and self-worth are deeply connected.This is a powerful conversation about growth, purpose, and allowing yourself to evolve with the right people around you. ✨ In this episode, we cover:​ Navigating school, university, and early confidence​ Drama, performance, and finding your voice​ Life in the public eye vs real life beyond reality TV​ Motherhood and identity shifts​ Building a brand and stepping into entrepreneurship​ Sister Stories and the power of female connection​ Her time with Little Voices and the impact of creative confidence​ Pilates, movement, and mind–body confidence​ Embracing change and becoming you in every chapter🎧 If you’ve ever felt defined by one chapter of your life, this episode is a reminder that you are allowed to grow, pivot, and begin again._Podcasts for us are all about learning and sharing, of course free to listen to._**We have some small costs to cover so if you would like to buy us a virtual cup of tea /coffee when we are planning them out please click here …..** [⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theschoolrun⁠⁠](https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theschoolrun "‌")\*\*Get In Touch: Of course, you can always get in touch with us (publicly or privately) on our socials \@‌theschoolrun_official / \@‌mrsjanejames on Instagram, or search and follow Jane James on Facebook. We'd love to hear your story - please get in touch with us directly at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected] "‌")**---****Links: For information on Jane’s company Little Voices head to** http://www.littlevoices.org.uk⁠⁠\@‌littlevoiceslimitedYou will often hear references to The Olive Jar to find out more follow \@theolivejarcoursewww.theolivejar.online‌**Disclaimer: All views expressed in this podcast are of the participants themselves. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. We are just a mum and daughter, sharing their thoughts and chatting with guests that we really respect and sharing our personal stories and insights. Please seek professional advice if you need it.**This episode is edited by Mike Roberts of [⁠Making Digital Real⁠](https://vault.makingdigitalreal.co.uk/ "‌")