Episodes

  • 11: Episode 11 - Introducing another member of The Authentic Ibiza Tribe - Sophie Painter - Entrepreneur

    11: Episode 11 - Introducing another member of The Authentic Ibiza Tribe - Sophie Painter - Entrepreneur
    May 10 2023
    In this episode we meet Sophie Painter and she shares her story where she goes from just a love of Ibiza and wanting to live here one day, to making it happen and becoming a super club podium dancer. She tells us of her determination to make her dream a reality, which she did, gracing the podiums of Pacha and Amnesia, among others. Standing up for herself and fighting for fair working conditions. 

    Then eventually making the switch into the club event production, artist liaison world and working with some of the top DJ's and promoters in the house circuit here in Ibiza. Putting on some of the most popular club nights in history.

    Becoming a Mum and then finding a way to stay here on the island through starting her own company Paintpots Childcare, enabling her to live here full time. Giving her the opportunity to care for her own child as well as others on the island. 
    She now has a team of over 40 trained, fully qualified and police checked staff, mostly teachers that can cater for nannying, babysitting and even catering for children's parties here on the island. She also co hosts family friendly raves too! 

    Expecting her third child and being here many years, she loves giving back through her charity work, supporting the two children's homes here. A true gift to the island and a lovely lady to boot.

    Highlights:

    • Intro and welcome
    • News flash; expecting her third child in Sept!
    • Going from holiday and falling in love with Ibiza to needing a job to stay here
    • Making it as a club podium dancer and all the highs and lows that go with that position
    • Giving it all up for event planning and looking after big name DJ's
    • Becoming a mum and then starting her childcare agency
    • Her love of all things local and picnics on the secret beaches 
    • Her niggles of the island
    • Charity work, supporting the children's homes
    • Her top tips to get the most out of the island
    Follow:

    Insta: 
    @theauthenticibizatribe
    @paintpotschildcareibiza
    @stargazeibiza
    @mindbeloved

    You can contact Sophie via DM on Paintpots to help out or donate to the childrens charity

    Many thanks for listening as always. xx
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    32 mins
  • 10: Episode 10 - Introducing another member of the Authentic Tribe - Michelle Reid -Soon departing PT

    10: Episode 10 - Introducing another member of the Authentic Tribe - Michelle Reid -Soon departing PT
    May 3 2023
    In this episode we meet Michelle Reid, who tells us her story, when she came here, how she came to be here and why she is now leaving the island. A warm and loving Canadian, who started with a Deep love of Drum and Bass and followed her nose to find some electronic music and came to Ibiza 6 years ago.


    She tells us how her life brought her from Canada to live in London where she worked in fashion for many years, before giving it all up to move to Ibiza and retrain as a Personal Trainer. She came here with her boyfriend and ran away from a heavy commute and wanted the balance in life that this island can bring.


    Unfortunately this relationship has broken down and they have decided to go their separate ways so she is taking a break from the island and spending the summer back in Canada and then she will move to Portugal to do a course in permaculture and Vedic meditation. Wishing you the best of luck Michelle. We will miss you.


    Highlights:


    • Intro and thanks
    • Leaving Canada on the hunt for good music
    • Her fashion career in London
    • Leaving for Ibiza and retraining in Wales as a PT
    • Giving up her passion project of retreats 
    • ‘Making women stronger so they can live longer’
    • Her taking a break from her career
    • Being knocked off balance during Ibiza summer
    • Leaving Ibiza and spending a summer with her Mum on Prince Edward Island
    • High rental prices in Ibiza and running away from that right now
    • Then off to Amsterdam before heading to Portugal
    • Off grid in Portugal to learn all things Permaculture, Meditation, yoga and movement
    • Shitty weather in London (not London is shitty!)
    • Her mantra of ‘Don’t regret anything that makes you smile’
    • Favourite beaches, parties and advice

    Follow:


    Instagram:


    @reidwellbeing

    One to one fitness and nutrition programs, tailored for you.


    @theauthenticibizatribe

    Please follow, rate and review on Apple Podcasts as it really does help to grow the pod. 


    Many thanks xx

    * Apologies for the sound quality this week. *
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    47 mins
  • 9: Episode 9 -Introducing another member of the Authentic Ibiza Tribe - Sarah Law - Health and Wellness Geek

    9: Episode 9 -Introducing another member of the Authentic Ibiza Tribe - Sarah Law - Health and Wellness Geek
    Apr 25 2023
    In this episode we meet Sarah Law, self-confessed Health and Wellness Geek who loves to help educate and guide people to live at their optimal peak state. 

    She tells us how she first came to Ibiza with her husband Ben, planted the love of Ibiza in her heart, made the move, then after a pre Brexit move back to the UK (for parental health reasons) they couldnt stay away and came back and moved over to the island a second, and final time. 

    She is super educated in all things to do with the body and loves nothing more than sharing this love of all things gut health, skin health and overall wellness. She is a fine specimen herself so if the proof is in the pudding, then sign me up! 

    She runs group programs and one to one sessions also. Read on to find out how to get in touch.

    Highlights:

    • Welcome, thanks and intro to Sarah herself
    • Starting out her career on the stage in musical theatre
    • Changing her direction and becoming a self proclamined health and wellness nut
    • Making the move to Ibiza...twice!
    • Getting married with 100 strong guest list at Amante and having TWOTC
    • One-to-one coaching and group programs
    • Focusing on womens health through peri' and meno' pause
    • Creating results and changing peoples lives
    • Her favourite things to do on the island
    • The strength of the community here in Ibiza
    • Her best advice for the listeners
    Follow:

    Instagram; @theauthenticibizatribe
    Also @sarahlawuk

    www.sarah-law.uk/
    Go to her website for all details on her coaching programs

    Here following are links to recordings of free workshops she has done.

    https://www.sarah-law.uk/free-gut-health-webinar

    https://www.sarah-law.uk/healthyguthappyhormones

    https://www.sarah-law.uk/menopause-workshop-1

    Thanks as always and hope you enjoy. Please rate and review and share!  xx
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    39 mins
  • 8: Episode 8 Introducing another member of The Authentic Ibiza Tribe - Vicky Godfrey - Naturopath

    8: Episode 8 Introducing another member of The Authentic Ibiza Tribe - Vicky Godfrey - Naturopath
    Apr 18 2023
    In this episode we meet Vicky Godfrey, who never wanted to even live in Ibiza but after being lured here to do retreats 6 years ago, with a young family in tow, has never left! She tells us about her exciting new app and DnaPal test, which maps out and tells you what your body needs to live in the most healthiest state, depending in what your genes are telling you. Very fascinating stuff.

    She tells us her likes and dislikes and gives us the insider tip on where to go to get the locals vibe on the island and not buy into the chichi side of Ibiza. A lady who loves all thing nature and being with her family in the sea!

    Highlights:
    • Intro and warm welcome from the terrace in the sunshine
    • Going from being a producer in the TV world to the University of Natropathic medicine
    • Finding Ibiza on a wim and deciding to stay
    • Creating DnaPal and helping the world to map out their health for life
    • Protecting your DNA from being sold
    • Loving the life in nature and the community around her
    • Appreciating the sunsets
    • Discount code for the dna test
    • Gearing up for a hot summer!
    Follow on socials and web:

    Insta: 

    @theauthenticibizatribe (Thank you!) Rate and review please!

    @a_naturalpath for Vicky and all her work

    @dna.pal for all the info on the app and the dna testing kit
    www.dnapal.me

    To claim the 10% discount she offered, just apply 'SadiePodcast10' at the checkout!

    Thanks as always and until next week, take care xx
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    38 mins
  • 8: Episode 7-introducing another member of the Authentic Ibiza Tribe-Aaron Ashley-Captain

    8: Episode 7-introducing another member of the Authentic Ibiza Tribe-Aaron Ashley-Captain
    Apr 12 2023
    In this episode we learn how Aaron first found Ibiza on a lads holiday in 2002. Coming from being a lover of all things Drum and Bass and even being an MC to learning how to DJ and appreciate all things 'House' from his taster of Ibiza. 

    Stomping the floors at DC10 and opening his eyes to the magic of partying on this crazy anything goes island, after an epic week in 2004 cemented his love for the island. He would do whatever it took to make it work to live here full time. 

    From putting on parties to then becoming a deck hand, getting his yachting certificates and travelling the world on super yachts. Working his way up to being a fully fledged captain within a few years. 

    He tells us how his fake birthday provided him his now wife and kissing her in front of Mickey Mouse on their first date!

    A lovely guy, who is full of fun and mischief and one we love to call part of the tribe. 

    Highlights: 
    • Intro and thanks to all my listeners
    • First lads holiday in 2002
    • Getting guestlist and DC10 blowing his mind
    • Determination to make it work here full time
    • The yachting world and becoming Captain
    • Meeting his now wife Faye and having two children here in Ibiza
    • Beach days with his family
    • The awe of ibiza from the ocean
    • Ebiking passion
    • The family community that lifts his heart
    • Expect the unexpected when moving here
    • A treat for all the listeners!
    To get in touch with Aaron you can follow him on:

     Insta: https://instagram.com/aaronbillyashley?igshid=Mzc1MmZhNjY=

    For Aurora: https://instagram.com/aaronbillyashley?igshid=Mzc1MmZhNjY= https://instagram.com/auroraoflymington?igshid=Mzc1MmZhNjY=

    To book the Aurora for a day charter you can follow here: https://auroraoflymington.com/

    There is a 10% discount off the list price if they mention the ibiza tribe podcast in the comments when filling in the booking form online. I will also inc 2 x seabobs in the price as mentioned in the podcast.

    Also dont forget to follow @theauthenticibizatribe on instagram and rate, review and share if you enjoyed this episode. 

    Big love xx
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    58 mins
  • 7: Episode 6 - Introducing a member of the Authentic Ibiza Tribe - Howard Boyle 'HELVIS'

    7: Episode 6 - Introducing a member of the Authentic Ibiza Tribe - Howard Boyle 'HELVIS'
    Apr 5 2023
    In this episode, we meet Howard Boyle, who is a real Ibiza character and one whom I have a real soft spot for. A guy who works hard, has played hard in his life, and is the only man who can pull off wearing an all-in-one Elvis jumpsuit to work!

    He tells us stories of how he became to be wearing this sparkly suit and how he paraded in front of half a million people in it, drunk and nearly falling off stage, whilst backing up Fat Boy Slim!
    Helping to make the Manumission Motel rooftop shanti town, meeting Howard Marks and many other incredible people along the way.
    He's now making waves with his well-respected, well-connected and ever-growing real estate, concierge, and yacht provisioning business on our beautiful white isle.

    Highlights:

    • Welcome to 'Casa Disgracelands'
    • One-way ticket to Ibiza on the recommendation of two young American guys
    • Space, the club creating history in 1998
    • Growing up in Brighton
    • Illegal Raves and the Zap Club
    • The pure magic of Pre-internet parties
    • Becoming the 'Moody waffle guy of San Antonio'
    • The last outfit at the bottom of the trunk
    • Last and best gig ever in Brazil
    • The birth of Ibiza Unlocked
    • Ibiza - The Silent Movie
    • Below Deck Ibiza 2023
    • Creating Ibiza Connections and the greatness of reputation
    • Thanks for listening as always
    Follow:

    The show: @theauthenticibizatribe
    Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts please! :)

    On Instagram
    @ibizaunlockedofficial
    @howie_van_helvis

    Facebook:
    Howard Helvis
    Ibiza Unlocked
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    41 mins
  • 6: Episode 5 - Introducing to the Authentic Ibiza Tribe - Natalie Bennett - Home Organisational Guru

    6: Episode 5 - Introducing to the Authentic Ibiza Tribe - Natalie Bennett - Home Organisational Guru
    Mar 29 2023
    In this episode, we meet Natalie Bennett, who has quickly become the housekeeping fairy of Ibiza! She rubs shoulders with the A List while rummaging through their knicker draws and helps them to declutter their homes for a healthy and calm mind!
    Loving being neat from a young age, she keeps her three children in line, all whilst solo parenting a lot of the time and running her super successful business. 
    She tells us how she loves hiking in the mountains, sunrises with the kids, partying with her husband and her Ibiza family and even tells us a snippet of cheeky parties pre children. A bubbly sunny person who loves her job!

    Highlights:
    • Welcome and thanks
    • 1st time to Ibiza for Rubber Ron's 50th
    • Choosing to move to Ibiza over Fort Launderdale
    • Having two boys and being blessed by Tanit with a baby girl
    • Creating SistaSorta and becoming the most sought after home help
    • The art and love of organising
    • Finding her career after having her children
    • Packing for A listers of Ibiza
    • Her love of hiking, exercise, cold water therapy and parties
    • Escaping a party where a guy had a knife
    • Sunrise family picnics
    • Her pieces of advice for you the listeners 
    Follow: 
    Natalie on instagram @sistasorta

    Also please follow us @theauthenticibizatribe on instagram too to help us grow. 

    xx
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    30 mins
  • 5: Episode 4 - Introducing a member of the Authentic Ibiza Tribe - Lisa Strong -Life Transition Coach

    5: Episode 4 - Introducing a member of the Authentic Ibiza Tribe - Lisa Strong -Life Transition Coach
    Mar 22 2023
    In this episode, we find out how Lisa made it through the toughest year of her life to  realise her dreams and move to Ibiza. Leaving her corporate job of 19 years behind and taking the leap to follow her heart, tap into her spiritual side and train to become a coach. She now spends her days guiding people through different transitions in their lives, hosting retreats, and hiking the island with her friends. 

    • Being in Ibiza for 9/11 - her first trip here
    • The moment her soul decided she would live here in Ibiza
    • Meeting her now husband Phil, in Garlands, Liverpool
    • Exploring the island and falling in love with Ibiza
    • Making big decisions whilst meditating in Brazil
    • Buying a Gargoyle House and creating their forever home
    • The biggest and toughest year of her life -2013
    • Leaving her finance career of 19 years to become a coach
    • Sadly losing her Mum and becoming a Mum within months
    • Creating Strong 4Life business  
    • Emergency cesarean to have her baby Angel
    • Selling out retreats and thriving 
    • Finding the positives of Covid
    • Finding balance in nature around her and swimming in the sea
    • Her love of hiking the island
    • Trust in the Universe

    Follow:


    Lisa’s Website: www.lisa-strong.com 


    Link to Lisa’s Insta: www.instagram.com/lisa_strong_


    Also please follow: @theauthenticibizatribe on instagram.
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    38 mins