Fleur East on The Dark Side of Music, Public Scrutiny & Motherhood

She’s a chart-topping singer, radio host and powerhouse performer. This week on What If People Find Out, James Barr and Kalvin Ryder are joined by the unstoppable Fleur East. The world was introduced to Fleur East on The X Factor, where her explosive performances propelled her to the live finals and into the public eye. Since then, she’s built a dynamic career spanning music, television and broadcasting — from releasing hit singles to lighting up the airwaves as a beloved radio presenter. But behind the confidence, choreography and charisma is a story far more personal. In this deeply honest conversation, Fleur opens up about the darker side of fame, the pressure of public scrutiny and the reality of navigating motherhood while maintaining a high-profile career. She speaks candidly about identity, resilience and the fear that so many of us carry — what if people find out we’re struggling? James, Kalvin and Fleur explore the emotional toll of living in the spotlight, the expectations placed on women in entertainment, and the strength it takes to show up authentically when the world is watching. It’s vulnerable, empowering and full of warmth — a reminder that even the most confident performers have private battles. Don’t forget to subscribe and catch new episodes of What If People Find Out every Monday! Follow Fleur East @fleureast and check out The Kurl Kitchen at @thekurlkitchen and www.thekurlkitchen.com Follow What If People Find Out Instagram: ⁠⁠@whatifpeoplefindout⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠@whatifpeoplefindout⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠@wipfopodcast⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠@whatifpeoplefindout⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices