Sarah Ditum
Contributor for The Times and Vinted fanatic. Writes about various subjects including assisted dying and motherhood.
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May 27, 2025 • 27min
Inside Vinted - from Lithuanian start-up to £4 billion empire
In this engaging discussion, Sarah Ditum, a contributor for The Times and a Vinted enthusiast, dives into the fascinating journey of Vinted from a drunken party idea to a £4 billion powerhouse. She reveals how the app transformed the second-hand clothing market during the pandemic and the innovative business strategies that led to its success. Sarah shares insights on the challenges faced by Vinted, including a crucial restructuring, and highlights amusing personal stories about her own experiences with reselling clothes.
Oct 24, 2024 • 29min
'Rivals' and the cult of Jilly Cooper
Sarah Ditum, a writer for The Times and The Sunday Times, delves into the cult of Jilly Cooper and her iconic novel 'Rivals'. They discuss the bold adaptation of Cooper's work for Disney Plus, highlighting its playful yet risqué nature. The rivalry between characters Rupert Campbell Black and Tony Battingham reveals deeper themes of ambition and power. Ditum also explores Cooper's cultural impact on British literature, the evolving portrayal of female desire, and the challenges of adapting her celebrated works for modern audiences.
