Best Trailblazing Women of Color Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Pinay Power! Women's wins at the Olympics 34:19

11h ago34:19

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The Olympics are done — what now? Sports journalist Lui Morales and Atleta Filipina founder Bee Go join host Ceej Tantengco-Malolos to discuss the achievements of our athletes in Paris, the progress made in terms of gender parity, and what we hope to see in the next Olympics, particularly for women’s sports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f…

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Martin and Shirlie Kemp, live from Ridgeview 46:22

1h ago46:22

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We’re delighted to be back with a special episode of WWQT, as we take to the sun-dappled vines of Ridgeview Wine Estate for a chat with two showbiz legends who have swapped the glitz and glamour for... gardening, mostly: it’s Martin and Shirlie Kemp! We sat down with the Kemps in front of a live audience to talk about their amazing pop careers, the…

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Something from the Cellar: Bananarama 49:56

7h ago49:56

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Something from the Cellar: Bananarama As the perfect amuse-bouche before we dive into a special LIVE episode with Martin and Shirlie Kemp this Friday, we're throwing it back to some more 80s icons - it's Bananarama! They spill the tea on the best decisions they made by saying 'no,' their fearless approach to challenging social norms, and what it wa…

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Something from the Cellar: Olympic icon, Dame Denise Lewis 46:34

8d ago46:34

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This week we’ve been hard at work in the rolling hills of Sussex, recording a very special episode that you’ll be able to hear next week. But for now, as the Olympics draw to a close, we wanted to shout-out a woman whose athletics and broadcasting career has made her a true household name in the UK: it’s Dame Denise Lewis! Denise Lewis won gold at …

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Eman Blair: Faith 37:04

7d ago37:04

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This week, Intelligence and National Security Alliance invites Cadie Hopkins to record a live Iron Butterfly Podcast episode at 'The New IC' Conference with Eman Blair. Eman describes her journey from being a ‘triple minority’ in the Middle East — a refugee, a Palestinian, and a woman — to being the Chief Digital Officer at Central Intelligence Age…

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Kaila Napolis, trailblazer for Philippine women’s jiu-jitsu 36:40

7d ago36:40

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From being the only woman training in a garage to bringing home multiple gold medals for the Philippines, Kaila Napolis, black belt at Checkmat Manila shares her jiu-jitsu journey and how it shaped her into who she is today. Listen to her story in this special episode with guest correspondent, Marga Jimenez. This episode is made possible through th…

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Something from the Cellar: Edinburgh Fringe 16:38

14d ago16:38

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This week, to mark the beginning of one of the world’s biggest arts festivals, we’re diving into some of our best stories from the Edinburgh Fringe! First up, the hilarious Jack Dee tells us about his own unforgettable Fringe gig: performing in front of 200 murderers! Then we have the wonderful Adam Hills, who reveals the advice he received from Bi…

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Katherine Ryan on breaking into British comedy, the one-night stand that led to love and her biggest inspirations 58:25

11d ago58:25

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Today, we’re joined by a hilarious, no-holds-barred comedian who’s cemented herself among the greats at the forefront of British comedy. It’s the brilliant Katherine Ryan! Katherine joins us to chat about the people who have inspired her along the road to success, the unexpectedly wild night out that led to rekindling her romance with her high scho…

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Something from the Cellar: International Friendship Day 41:55

14d ago41:55

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Today, we're celebrating International Friendship Day with a look back to the very first White Wine Question Time episode that started it all and brought some of our oldest friends together for a good natter over three glasses of wine! Kate sits down with Sugababe Heidi Range, MasterChef Lisa Faulkner, and actress Angela Griffin to discuss the bigg…

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Cathy Newman on a life in the newsroom, trailblazing women, and how damaging trolling can be 55:07

21d ago55:07

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Our guest today has been a stalwart on our screens for nearly twenty years through her work on Channel 4 News and has become a celebrated presenter, journalist and author: it’s the lovely Cathy Newman! We spoke to Cathy a few days before the recent General election to chat about her trailblazing journey to the Channel 4 News desk, how she’s had to …

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Something from the Cellar: Defining Moments 25:28

26d ago25:28

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This week, we’re diving into some of our favourite stories that perfectly demonstrate how just one pivotal moment can completely change the course of your life! First up, we have the man behind the hilarious Keith Lemon, it’s Leigh Francis! He shares how the loss of his dad reshaped his outlook on life and ultimately drove him to courageously uproo…

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Stewart Lee on the art of modern stand-up, hunting for new material, and life on the road 1:19:35

25d ago1:19:35

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Today’s guest is probably your favourite comedian’s favourite comedian. He regularly sells more than 250,000 tickets for every tour, yet he has never wanted to be a household name and doesn’t do many interviews. But you’re in luck, because he has today: it’s the hilarious Stewart Lee! Kate and Stewart have known each other for decades, so they retr…

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Something from the Cellar: 90s Icons 31:12

29d ago31:12

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With the sound of the 90s still ringing in our ears after our latest episode with Peter Andre, we’re revisiting more of our favourite moments of the decade with some legends who lit up the scene. From Keith Duffy and Brian McFadden - aka Boyzlife - who reminisce about the glory years of sunbeds on their tour bus. To Louise Redknapp, who walks us th…

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Peter Andre on life in the spotlight, the glorious 1990s, and prioritising your family 49:19

1M ago49:19

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Joining us today is a singer, songwriter and TV personality who has become an ever-present figure in British life over the last thirty years. It’s the lovely Peter Andre! Fresh from another night looking after his newborn, Pete sits down to chat about the many highs - and some crushing lows - of his last thirty years in showbiz, plenty of which inv…

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Something from the Cellar: Judy Murray 55:11

1M ago55:11

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This week, as we dive into the heart of Wimbledon and bid farewell to two-time singles champion Andy Murray as he enters his retirement year, we revisit our conversation with his equally phenomenal mum, Judy Murray, a true powerhouse of tennis. She walks us through the moments that changed her perspective on life, her friendship with childhood hero…

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Julian Clary on a trailblazing career, staying true to yourself, and filling life with laughs 52:32

1M ago52:32

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Today’s guest has been a preeminent figure in British showbiz for the last forty years as a comedian, presenter, actor and author - it’s the delightful Julian Clary! As he celebrates a decade of his children’s books ‘The Bolds’, Julian chats to us about a career that began in the working men’s clubs of the 1980s and has since taken him to every sta…

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Shoe Designs for a Cause: Edward Bogard's Journey 36:44

1M ago36:44

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In this episode of Grindset, hosts Dana James Mwangi and Williams Brack interview Edward Bogard, founder of SoGiv, the world's first nonprofit shoe design company. Edward shares his inspiring journey from a high school artist to a professional shoe designer, combining his passions for footwear and philanthropy. Discover how SoGiv creates unique cus…

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Something from the Cellar: Festivals 40:27

2M ago40:27

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This week, with Glastonbury just gone, we’re now well and truly in the throes of festival season, so to celebrate all that music has to offer we’re bringing you some of our best - and funniest - festival stories! First up, we have the lovely Danny Jones from McFly! Here, he tells us how the band shaped his youth and how waiting 19 years to play at …

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Natalie Cassidy on always looking forward, overcoming the toughest challenges and thirty years on The Square 47:45

2M ago47:45

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Today, we're joined by an esteemed actress who's grown up in front of millions of viewers across thirty years on EastEnders. She's also hosted several documentaries, endeared herself to the nation on the biggest reality TV shows and is now a podcasting superstar: it's the delightful Natalie Cassidy! Nat joins us from her podcasting den - gin & toni…

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Something from the Cellar: Finding your tribe where you least expect them 31:32

2M ago31:32

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This week, we're reflecting on the many different ways people cultivate community and the invaluable impact it has on their lives! First up, we have the brilliant Tom Kerridge who raves about the importance of pubs in establishing vital community spaces that combat loneliness. Next, we have the wonderful Stephen Mangan who admits that he simply wou…

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Ade Edmonson on pivotal moments, life’s soundtrack and finding peace 57:36

2M ago57:36

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Today’s guest is an esteemed actor, comedian, musician and author whose autobiography ‘Berserker!’ paints a moving picture of a life well-lived. It’s the legendary Ade Edmonson! Ade dials in for a personable chat about how a cruel upbringing has led him to pack his life with as much love as possible. We also hear about his early years “thrashing th…

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Moving with Heart: Navigating the Emotional Side of Relocation 34:59

2M ago34:59

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In this heartfelt episode of Grindset, hosts Dana James Mwangi and Williams Brack sit down with Stacey Saed, the founder of Anastasis. Stacey shares her profound journey of moving 20 times, her inspiration from Steve Harvey, and how she turned personal pain into a business that helps others find comfort and home in new spaces. Anastasis offers much…

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Something from the Cellar: Shaun Ryder 46:21

2M ago46:21

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After last Friday's beautifully chaotic episode with the one and only Bez, we're bringing you the salt to his pepper - his best mate, Gogglebox partner-in-crime and Happy Mondays bandmate, Shaun Ryder! Here, he talks to us on the back of his 'Stand Up and Deliver' SU2C special as he dives into some of his biggest life moments. From his life changin…

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An afternoon of chaos with Bez from The Happy Mondays 43:22

2M ago43:22

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Brace yourself for perhaps the most chaotic, hilarious and enjoyable episode we’ve ever recorded. We recently spent an afternoon in the personable, crazy company of Happy Mondays frontman, Big Brother winner and Celebrity Gogglebox legend, Bez! Across a lovely chat - that took the entire afternoon because Bez fell asleep beforehand and then his pho…

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Sandra Auchter: Badassy 1:11:04

2M ago1:11:04

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On our Season 6 finale, we are joined by the incredible Sandra Auchter, Director of NGA Denver. A self described foreign policy wonk, she's known to listen to alternate between NPR and Wall Street Journal podcasts and Beyonce's latest music. From discussing the foundational INT to what Sandra's 'walk-out' song would be, tune in for a truly fun epis…

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Something from the Cellar: Princess Eugenie 1:08:53

2M ago1:08:53

1:08:53

This week, following on from our latest Friday episode with the brilliant Duchess of York - Sarah Ferguson, we think it’s the perfect time to revisit our chat with her beloved daughter, the wonderful HRH Princess Eugenie! The Princess joined us back in October last year to chat about the amazing line of women she’s come from - Sarah very much inclu…

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Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York on a life in the spotlight, family values and her relationship with Princess Diana 55:46

2M ago55:46

55:46

Joining us is someone who has spent the majority of her life under intense public scrutiny but has remained the same compassionate, thoughtful, driven and witty woman you’re going to love spending an hour with: it’s the Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson! Sarah sits down with Kate to talk about how the various chapters in her life have shaped who she …

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Discovering Joy through Yoga: Insights from Yo Clark 36:18

2M ago36:18

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In this engaging episode of Grindset, hosts Dana James Mwangi and Williams Brack sit down with Yo Clark, the passionate owner and practitioner at Any Body Yoga. Yo shares her inspiring journey into the world of yoga, detailing how she built a thriving community-focused studio from the ground up. Despite facing personal and professional challenges, …

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Something from the Cellar: Pride (Part One) 18:52

2M ago18:52

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Happy Pride Month! To celebrate all our amazing guests and listeners from the LGBTQ+ community, we're looking back on some fascinating and heartfelt discussions we've had with some absolute icons. DJ Fat Tony reminisces about his trips to Ibiza and how the community there embraced him with open arms, even at the most difficult times in his life. We…

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Vicky Pattison on taking time in love, life after reality TV and appreciating what you’ve got 49:57

3M ago49:57

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Today’s guest continues to show just what’s possible when you embrace who you truly are and showcase that to the world - it’s TV personality, author and podcaster, Vicky Pattison! We last caught up with Vicky at a crossroads in her life, where she was debating what to do next and tentatively starting out with her new partner. Well, now she’s engage…

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Caitlin Marsh: Evergreen 1:01:05

3M ago1:01:05

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On this episode we are joined by Caitlin Marsh, an engineer by training but a true social engineer at heart. She is currently VP of Product at SpiderOak and has served in multiple roles across the IC. Empathetic, kind and a little bit spicy, Caitlin is an incredible mentor who isn't afraid to jump at new opportunities or try something new. Hosted o…

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Something from the Cellar: The Power of Food 20:39

3M ago20:39

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This week, we're diving back into some brilliant conversations that show us the incredible power food has to bring people together and change lives! First up we have the lovely Rosemary Shrager who explains how landing a job in Pierre Koffman's kitchen helped piece her life back together after she hit a major crisis point. Next we have the hilariou…

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Steve Pemberton on a decade of mind-bending TV, lying to the One Show and swapping the screen for the stage 1:04:18

3M ago1:04:18

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Joining us today is a man jointly responsible for some of the most dynamic, forward-thinking and utterly superb television we’ve seen in this country. He’s also a fabulous actor you’ll know from the likes of Benidorm, Happy Valley, Doctor Who and loads more - it’s Steve Pemberton! As its final season airs on BBC Two, Steve chats to Kate about Insid…

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Empowering Beauty: The Trailblazing Journey of Chasity Monroe 34:26

3M ago34:26

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In this episode of Grindset, hosts Dana James Mwangi and Williams Brack dive into the inspiring entrepreneurial journey of Chasity Monroe, the owner of Pink Noir Beauty Supply and Cosmetics. Chasity shares her experiences, from her initial inspiration working at Procter & Gamble to overcoming challenges and redefining the beauty supply industry in …

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Something from the Cellar: Embarrassing Moments 21:53

3M ago21:53

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On today's episode, we're revisiting some of our guests' most embarrassing stories! The types of situation that leave you little choice but to laugh in the face of them! First up, we have Dave Berry and Alex Zane, who were left red-faced in the workplace a few times – starting with a post-breakfast drink with Liam Gallagher, then an eventful New Ye…

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Trailer: Welcome to White Wine Question Time! 1:55

3M ago1:55

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Join Kate Thornton and her celebrity guests every week for three thought-provoking questions over three glasses of wine! For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other pot…

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Bruno Tonioli on his glittering career, the shaky origins of Strictly, and living a quieter life 55:10

3M ago55:10

55:10

Slide into some sequins and get those rhumba hips ready, as today we’re joined by legendary dancer, choreographer and celebrated judge of both Strictly Come Dancing and Britain’s Got Talent - it’s Bruno Tonioli! Bruno takes a break from gardening - a favourite pastime of his - to chat about the origins of a remarkable 50-year career that’s taken hi…

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Maureen "Marty" Fromuth: Danvers 1:02:11

3M ago1:02:11

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On this episode we are joined by the amazing Maureen "Marty" Fromuth. Marty currently serves in the Air Force Reserves as the Chief of Staff for Legislative Affairs at United States Cyber Command. Her career spans nearly 17 years in and out of government and the tech industry. Tune in to hear Marty dive into topics like Housewives, the importance o…

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Something from the Cellar: Mental Health Awareness Month (Part 2) 29:12

3M ago29:12

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To continue our series of episodes marking Mental Health Awareness Month, we wanted to revisit a subject that we'll all come to experience in our own unique way: grief. On today's episode, we revisit our conversation with Josie Gibson and Malin Andersson, who met in real life for the first time in the WWQT studio to discuss how they supported one a…

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Jane McDonald on her funniest and most iconic moments, her favourite memories from Loose Women and how she's learning to live with grief 56:25

3M ago56:25

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Today's guest is a national treasure, showbiz extraordinaire and one of our favourite northern icons - it's Jane McDonald! In 1998 and at the age of 35 she hit our screens as the breakout star of BBC docu-series The Cruise, becoming an overnight success and it's no surprise she hasn't looked back since! She's done it all, from cruise ships to the s…

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Ultra-marathoner Julie Uychiat shares the power of journaling 4:52

3M ago4:52

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Julie Uychiat has conquered the Sahara Desert — running 250 kilometers over 6 days! In this never-before-heard clip from our conversation after she completed the World Marathon Challenge in 2023, she shares how she uses journaling to take her performance to the next level. Listen to the original episode, “Julie Uychiat: The First Filipino to run a …

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Something from the Cellar: Emma Barnett 55:55

3M ago55:55

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This week, congratulations are in order for an absolute journalistic powerhouse - Emma Barnett - who's joining the prestigious Today programme on BBC Radio 4! So in honour of one of the most inspiring broadcasters of our generation, we're revisiting our episode with her where we touched on everything from the dying art of long-form conversation, se…

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From ACL Injury to Finals MVP: Tantoy Ferrer's incredible comeback 37:12

4M ago37:12

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What does it take to dethrone a 7-time champion? The same grit that takes a player from a career-threatening injury to becoming UAAP Finals MVP. Get to know Tantoy Ferrer of the UST Growling Tigresses in this special episode with guest correspondent Melissa Newsome. This episode is made possible through the Go Hard Girls Grants, which empowers crea…

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Tim Peake on his extraordinary journey through space, what makes a great astronaut, and seeing ourselves as Earthlings 55:44

4M ago55:44

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Joining us today is a man whose place in the history books was secured back in 2015, when he became the first Brit to ever walk in space. He's gone on to become a celebrated author and public speaker. We're delighted to be joined by esteemed astronaut and former Army officer, Tim Peake! Tim is here to talk all about his remarkable career that's tak…

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Special Panel Episode | See Her Be Her 1:06:02

3M ago1:06:02

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In this special panel episode titled See Her Be Her, hosted by Marymount University and the Marymount Intelligence Club, Megan and Cadie sit down with butterflies Carmen Medina (Rebel at Work), Arlene Gaylord (Corazón), and Stephanie La Rue (Mija). They dive into the concept if you can see her, you can be her and how they were each other’s “her.” A…

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Something from the Cellar: Mental Health Awareness Part 1 32:47

4M ago32:47

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This week, in honour of May being Mental Health Awareness month, we’re looking back at three conversations that show the true complexities of mental wellbeing. First up we have TV fashion Guru, Susannah Constantine! Here she opens about her mother’s mental health battles and how that made her the person she is today. Next up is dancing queen Shirle…

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Resilience and Innovation: A Conversation with Dana Pointer on Investment Management and Entrepreneurship 37:56

4M ago37:56

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In this engaging episode of Grindset, Dana Pointer, CEO of PreserverPartners LLC., delves into the non-traditional approach of asset management her firm takes, serving high net-worth individuals and institutional clients. She highlights the challenges and triumphs of convincing traditional institutions to embrace innovative investment strategies, e…

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Richard Armitage on others believing in you, his full circle Hobbit moment, and maintaining a private life 47:37

4M ago47:37

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As his new drama 'Red Eye' debuts on ITV, we're delighted to be joined by an esteemed actor whose dulcet tones earned him a writing deal with Audible - which proved just as successful as his acting. It's Richard Armitage! Richard talks us through a fascinating career that's taken him from performing in his school's version of The Hobbit aged 11 to …

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Let’s pay it forward for Filipina athletes 3:15

4M ago3:15

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Introducing the Go Hard Girls Grants — because uplifting women's sports means growing the space for more storytellers to make a difference. Go Hard Girls host Ceej Tantengco-Malolos shares our new initiative for women’s sports, and you’ll also get to hear a sneak peek of our first grantee’s story! The Go Hard Girls Grants are made possible with the…

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Something from the Cellar: Big Laughs 22:04

4M ago22:04

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This week we're bringing you some of our favourite laugh out loud moments on WWQT so you can start your week off right! First up, we have ultimate funny man Brian Conley, who revisits the time he met Tom Cruise and absolutely put his foot in it - oops! Then we have one of our favourite comedians, Joe Pasquale who tells us about the dangers of moose…

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