How to Cook a Gremlin
I’m Sophie Archer, I’m a lawyer turned chef and entrepreneur. After having tackled some of my biggest gremlins - blood cancer, multiple rounds of unsuccessful IVF, a marriage breakdown I decided to change the course of my life. I am head cheffing and launching a new food business that I am excited to talk about. My recipe for cooking your gremlins - or tackling challenges and niggling doubts - includes uplifting food, sharing dishes with my favourite people and embracing an unconventional life.
In this pod I speak to inspiring guests that have taken unusual paths - including chefs, interior designers, marketeers, entrepreneurs, journalists, therapists, life coaches and doctors to name but a few. We discuss their recipes for; mending heartache, fun, health and cooking their gremlins.
Expect cooking hacks, plenty of laughter, restaurant recommendations, heartwarming insights and unsolicited life advice!
How to Cook a Gremlin
Billy Wright - From MasterChef Fan Favourite to Mindful Drinking Empire
As a fellow MasterChef alum, career changer, cancer survivor, and devoted fan of London’s iconic La Colombier, I loved this high energy episode with one of life’s great enthusiasts — Billy Wright.
In 2016, after leaving behind his dream of a cricketing career, Billy took a bold leap into the MasterChef kitchen— and never looked back. A finalist and fan favourite, he quickly won a following with his warmth, wit, and friendship with fellow contestant Jack Layer. Their playful chemistry evolved into a successful partnership, hosting sold-out supper clubs and pop-ups at venues including the Royal Festival Hall.
Amid this success, Billy faced a life-altering diagnosis: thyroid cancer at just 33. His resilience, humour, and relentlessly positive outlook through it all are unique.
Today, Billy channels his creative energy into food and restaurant consulting — and the drinks market as the founder of Decem, a low-alcohol brand that’s making an impact.
You can follow Billy on IG @foodiebill