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Pretty Covered

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Pretty Covered, hosted by Jess Silva, is about holding space for authentic and honest conversations about life, independence, and facing the unexpected. We’re here to help make financial protection feel simple, relatable, and empowering, because small steps today can help make a big difference when life doesn’t go to plan. Brought to you by Polly. Pretty Covered is a podcast brought to you by Polly, a trading style of Candid Insurance Services Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the financial conduct authority. The content of this podcast is meant to be informational, and it should not be considered as financial advice. Terms and conditions may apply.

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June 26, 2026

Gabby Allen: What Losing My Dad Taught Me

<p>In this empowering episode of Pretty Covered, host Jess Silva is joined by fitness coach and TV personality Gabby Allen. Gabby opens up about losing her dad to a brain tumour when she was just 20 years old, the suddenness of it all, and the financial and emotional aftermath that followed.</p><p>Gabby speaks candidly about how her dad’s illness reshaped her outlook on life, responsibility, and legacy. From navigating grief as a young adult to becoming the main support system for her mum, Gabby reflects on how this loss has influenced the way she approaches her own future and financial planning.</p><p>This episode explores how the loss of a parent early in life can impact your mindset long-term, and how Gabby channels that pain into purpose.</p><p>💗 This episode is brought to you by Polly.<br> If you need life insurance or critical illness cover, find us here:<br> 👉<a href="https://polly.co.uk"> Polly<br></a><br></p><p>💫 Find Gabby and the show details here:<br>✨ Gabby Allen →<a href="https://www.instagram.com/gabbydawnallen/"> @gabbydawnallen<br></a> ✨ Host - Jess Silva → <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jess.silva.wild/">@jess.silva.wild<br></a> ✨ Follow the show →<a href="https://www.instagram.com/pretty_covered_pod"> @pretty_covered_pod<br></a> ✨ Learn more about Polly →<a href="https://polly.co.uk"> Polly</a></p><p><br>⏱️ <strong>Chapters<br></strong> (00:00) – Gabby’s reflections on her dad and how quickly life can change<br> (03:20) – The diagnosis: from healthy to terminal in weeks<br> (08:10) – Losing her dad at 20 and stepping into responsibility<br> (14:05) – Becoming the support system for her mum<br> (21:40) – Channeling grief into purpose through fitness<br> (26:00) – How the loss changed Gabby’s view on planning and protection<br> (31:15) – Advice for others facing sudden family illness<br> (37:00) – The ripple effects of loss on identity and mindset<br> (41:50) – Gabby’s approach to life now: balance, strength and vulnerability<br> (47:30) – Final thoughts: what her dad taught her</p><p>💖 Thanks for listening to Pretty Covered 💖<br>Subscribe for more real stories, heartfelt conversations, and empowering moments that remind us: it’s not about being perfect, it’s about being Pretty Covered.</p><p>Terms and conditions apply. Life insurance is designed to help provide financial security. Premiums can vary based on health and other risk factors. Some sports and pastimes may not be covered.</p>

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May 29, 2026

Frankie Essex: What Losing My Mum Taught Me About Being One

<p>In this heartfelt episode, Jess Silva is joined by TV personality and mum of twins, Frankie Essex. Frankie opens up about the devastating loss of her mum at just 13 years old, the silence that followed, and how she pieced together the truth herself in the years that came after.</p><p>She reflects on stepping into a parental role far too young, how grief shaped her teenage years, and how becoming a mum herself changed everything. Frankie also shares why her experience has made her determined to put protection in place, and how life insurance helped her family when they needed it most.</p><p><br>💗 This episode is brought to you by Polly<br> If you need life insurance or critical illness cover, find us here:<br> 👉<a href="https://www.polly.co.uk"> Polly</a></p><p><br>💫 Find our guest and show details here:<br> ✨ Frankie Essex →<a href="https://www.instagram.com/frankieessex87"> @frankieessex87<br></a> ✨ Host – Jess Silva → <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jess.silva.wild/">@jess.silva.wild<br></a> ✨ Follow the show → <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pretty_covered_pod/">@pretty_covered_pod<br></a> ✨ Learn more about Polly →<a href="http://www.polly.co.uk"> www.polly.co.uk<br></a><br></p><p>⏱️ Chapters:<br> (00:00:00) – Growing up in Bermondsey and moving to Essex<br> (00:03:41) – Losing her mum at 13<br> (00:08:59) – Discovering the truth<br> (00:15:10) – Taking on a parental role<br> (00:21:25) – Teenage grief and early adulthood<br> (00:28:07) – Joining TOWIE and losing friendships<br> (00:36:02) – Life insurance and protection for her dad<br> (00:41:23) – Becoming a mum and setting up her cover<br> (00:48:00) – Learning to feel proud again<br> (00:54:40) – Preparing for the future</p><p><br>💖 Thanks for listening to Pretty Covered 💖<br>Subscribe for more real stories, heartfelt conversations, and empowering moments that remind us: it’s not about being perfect, it’s about being Pretty Covered.</p><p>Terms and conditions apply. Life insurance is designed to help provide financial security. Premiums can vary based on health and other risk factors. Some sports and pastimes may not be covered.</p>

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April 24, 2026

Rosie Moss: The Day Ben Was Lost At Sea

In this moving episode, Jess Silva is joined by Rosie Moss, Widowed AF founder and mother of three whose life changed overnight when her husband Ben was tragically lost at sea whilst diving in 2018. His body was never recovered. Rosie speaks candidly about the heartbreak of her sudden loss, navigating through her traumatic grief, and the pressure of taking over her husband’s business while raising their three children alone. She shares how the experience shaped her resilience and why she now speaks out about financial planning, family security, and the realities of loss.💗 This episode is brought to you by Polly If you need life insurance or critical illness cover, find us here: 👉 Polly💫 Find our guest and show details here: ✨ Rosie Moss → @rosie_gill_moss ✨ Widowed AF → https://widowedaf.com/ ✨ Rosie’s Book → Widowed As F**K: A Guidebook for Grieving Your Partner ✨ Host – Jess Silva → @jess.silva.wild ✨ Follow the show → @pretty_covered_pod ✨ Learn more about Polly → www.polly.co.uk⏱️ Chapters:(00:00:00) – Introduction and Rosie's journey to the podcast(00:05:05) – Rosie and Ben's Story (00:09:45) – The night everything changed(00:17:07) – Accepting reality (00:23:40) – Running a business and parenting through grief(00:29:56) – Coping mechanisms(00:35:14) – How life insurance helped (00:44:36) – Building an award winning podcast and community for widows(00:56:47) – Looking ahead💖 Thanks for listening to Pretty Covered 💖Subscribe for more real stories, heartfelt conversations, and empowering moments that remind us: it’s not about being perfect, it’s about being Pretty Covered.Terms and conditions apply. Life insurance is designed to help provide financial security. Premiums can vary based on health and other risk factors. Some sports and pastimes may not be covered.

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What is Pretty Covered?

Pretty Covered, hosted by Jess Silva, is about holding space for authentic and honest conversations about life, independence, and facing the unexpected. We’re here to help make financial protection feel simple, relatable, and empowering, because small steps today can help make a big difference when life doesn’t go to plan. Brought to you by Polly.

Pretty Covered is a podcast brought to you by Polly, a trading style of Candid Insurance Services Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the financial conduct authority. The content of this podcast is meant to be informational, and it should not be considered as financial advice. Terms and conditions may apply.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

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