Getting A Lift: Studio Sessions - with Fiona

Fiona inspires women across her social media platforms to tackle many DIY tasks on their own, instilling belief by proving that these things can be done! As a single Mum of 3, Fiona is all about thriving and living life to the full. Fiona found herself homeless recently through no fault of her own.  Scotland's Social Housing sector is currently under huge strain.  One example of this being; over 18,000 households are trapped in temporary accommodation, with over 10,000 children growing up in these temporary placements. Fiona shares the devastating and very real impact of homelessness, that she and her family endured. I know that many of you will either relate, or be inspired by Fiona's story! You can follow Fiona @fionadeeayewhy on Instagram and TikTok. Powered by Cosmedicare St. Ellen's Private Hospitals. Produced in partnership with Go Studios by Go Radio. Host: Mhairi Murray (the_misfit_maw on Instagram & TikTok. Key Highlights: • 💥 Viral Overnight: How one off-the-cuff mum-life skit exploded from 100 followers to 10K+ in days • 🏠 Homeless for 18 Months: The hidden reality of “modern homelessness” most people never see • 💔 Single Mum Survival Mode: Raising three kids while navigating eviction, trauma, and uncertainty • 🛑 Breaking the System: Why she turned down unsafe emergency accommodation (and the risks involved) • 🔧 DIY Reinvention: Rebuilding a home—and life—through sheer determination and self-taught skills • 📱 From Struggle to Success: Turning authenticity into a growing social media business • 💡 Female Empowerment: Why “doing it yourself” is more than DIY — it’s a mindset • 🧠 Mental Health & Shame: The emotional weight behind homelessness and public perception • 🛠️ Creating Opportunity: Her vision for helping other women build skills, independence, and confidence • ✨ Proof That Real Wins: Why unpolished, honest content connects more than perfection Key Highlights (Timestamps): 00:30 Viral Motherhood Reality & Body Image Talk 01:41 Meet the Guest: DIY Mum & Viral Creator 03:20 Viral TikTok Explained 06:57 Parenting Truths Every Parent Understands 08:00 How 100 Followers Turned Viral Overnight 09:18 Why Raw Content Beats Perfect Social Media 10:29 Confidence, Self Image & Real Life Online 14:14 From Stability to Homeless: Real Story Begins 17:58 Private Renting Crisis & Eviction Explained 19:54 18 Months in Housing Limbo (System Breakdown) 25:50 Eviction Day & Emergency Housing Reality 36:04 Sofa Surfing Survival & Mental Health Impact 42:09 House Transformation & DIY Journey Begins 49:10 Starting Social Media From Scratch 52:07 Going Viral: Growth Strategy & Timing 55:00 Making Money on Social Media (Reality Check) 01:00:38 Empowering Women Through DIY Skills