Best Anna Donaghey Podcasts (2024)

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Rethinking drinking and alcohol: Anna Donaghey 40:06

4d ago40:06

40:06

Anna Donaghey used to drink alcohol in a way that was negatively impacting her life - so she decided to make a change. She no longer drinks at all - and has become an Alcohol Mindset coach, to help others improve their relationships with alcohol. Anna's podcast is The Big Drink Rethink.By Firewalk Scotland

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Ep 28: The Big Drink Rethink - The Need & The Story So Far… 20:55

4h ago20:55

20:55

In this special edition of the "Big Drink Rethink" podcast, host Anna Donaghey steps away from the usual guest format to reflect on the journey so far and welcome new listeners. She revisits her personal transformation from alcohol addiction to becoming an alcohol mindset coach, she recounts some of the key moments from the past five months of the …

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A child of a parent with mental illness: Dr Pamela Jenkins 42:43

3h ago42:43

42:43

When Pamela's mum read her bedtime stories, she would stop to talk to the other people in the room - people only she could hear. Pamela is what is known as a COPMI - the child of a parent with mental illness. Today, she hosts the My Family, Mental Illness… and Me podcast for the charity Our Time, the only UK charity dedicated to supporting and advo…

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Ep 27: Conscious Consumption: Choosing Alcohol-free & Planet-Friendly 46:06

7d ago46:06

46:06

In today's episode, host Anna Donaghey explores the world of conscious consumption with Anna Chalov, co-founder of Bemuse Drinks. They discuss the rising trend of honey for its health and sustainability benefits and dive into Bemuse's B- Corp certification and environmental commitments. The two Anna’s shed light on the environmental impact of tradi…

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Ep 26: Toolkit ‘101’: 20 Tips for Alcohol Moderation 35:33

19d ago35:33

35:33

In this episode, Anna shares 20 expert-backed tips and hacks to help you navigate your drinking choices with more mindfulness and control. From strategic drinking during meals and alternating between alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, to avoiding rounds or kitties that speed up your intake, she’s got you covered. She also discusses practical shopp…

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Ep 25: The Hidden Drivers of Behaviour and Addiction 51:10

27d ago51:10

51:10

Anna interviews Dr. Manoj Krishna, a former spine surgeon turned mindfulness advocate, who shares his journey from setting up his medical practice to founding The HappierMe project, which focuses on understanding the mind to overcome human suffering. Wonderfully insightful, Manoj sheds light on the thought processes that can lead to addiction, and …

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Ep 24: Addressing the Alcohol Middle Ground with Russell Lamb 42:51

1M ago42:51

42:51

Anna explores lower alcohol wines with her special guest, Russell Lamb, co-founder of 6Percent Wine. Russell shares the story behind their innovative 6% alcohol wine, designed to offer a full-flavoured drinking experience without the excess. He shares their business journey from wine tastings to finding the perfect Bordeaux producers, and the surpr…

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Never too late to superstar DJ: Kavita Varu 28:42

1M ago28:42

28:42

Kavita Varu's first ever DJ set was to celebrate her own 50th birthday - a livestream during Covid with family and friends. She's gone on to support Pete Tong, and to DJ in Ibiza and around the world. Her story is a powerful and inspiring demonstration that it's never too late to pursue your hopes and dreams. Find Kavita online here.…

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Ep 23: Toolkit '101': Measuring Your Personal Happiness 36:37

1M ago36:37

36:37

Your host, Anna, explores happiness and its intricate relationship with alcohol consumption. Drawing inspiration from the pioneering work of psychologist Barbara Fredrickson, Anna introduces a straightforward but brilliant tool, designed to give listeners a unique and quantitative measure of their own personal happiness. Anna guides listeners throu…

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Ep 22: Overcoming Addiction and Redefining Masculinity with Alex Clapp 48:30

2M ago48:30

48:30

Anna Donaghey sits down with Alex Clapp, an entrepreneur and advocate for sober socialising. In this episode, you're invited to journey through Alex's personal battle with alcohol addiction and his quest to challenge societal norms surrounding masculinity and emotional vulnerability. You’ll hear Alex’s story unfold, from growing up in an environmen…

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Talking to children about death: Elke Thompson 27:26

2M ago27:26

27:26

Children's author, award-winning graphic designer, and speaker Elke Thompson talks about confronting death through her own difficult experiences - and how she has become an expert about speaking to children about the big things in life. Elke's website is here.By Firewalk Scotland

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Ep 21: Key Drivers of Happiness and the Influence of Alcohol 50:02

2M ago50:02

50:02

Anna Donaghey sits down with Matt Phelan, co-founder of The Happiness Index, to explore what makes us happy and the profound effects of alcohol on personal well-being, safety and relationships. They challenge the notion of alcohol as a social adhesive, advocating instead for genuine friendships that thrive beyond the presence of a drink. Together, …

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What does 'brave' mean to you? Introducing Brave Conversations 1:17

2M ago1:17

1:17

Intimate, personal and inspiring conversations about what bravery looks and feels like. As lead instructor at Firewalk Scotland, Lee Walls knows a thing or two about overcoming fears. Subscribe to Brave Conversations in your podcast player now, to ensure that all episodes are automatically downloaded to your device as soon as they are released.…

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Ep 20: Toolkit '101': Mindful Mastery: The Science & the Know-how 27:07

2M ago27:07

27:07

In this episode of Big Drink Rethink, host Anna Donaghey dives into the world of mindful mastery, exploring the science and know-how behind cultivating self-awareness and emotional literacy to rethink drinking habits. Through personal stories from guests Nick Elston and Sam Williams in previous episodes, Anna emphasises the role of alcohol as a cop…

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Ep 19: Alcohol-Free Peace: Self-Love, ADHD & Perimenopause 48:35

2M ago48:35

48:35

Welcome back to the Big Drink Rethink podcast, where our host Anna Donaghey is chatting with the incredibly inspiring Sam Williams. Sam, a Certified Specialist ADHD Coach and Menopause Coach, shares her journey of self-discovery and transformation after giving up alcohol. She describes her drinking habits during lockdown, the social aspect of drink…

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Ep 18: Beyond the Bottle: Nick Elston on Mental Health 52:27

3M ago52:27

52:27

Welcome to another episode of The Big Drink Rethink, where your host, Anna Donaghey, is thrilled to bring you an enlightening conversation with mental health advocate Nick Elston. An inspirational speaker on mental health, Nick shares his own lived experience of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and generalised anxiety disorder. He believes that …

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Ep 17: Toolkit '101': Overcoming the Fear of Change 29:37

3M ago29:37

29:37

In today’s toolkit episode, Overcoming the Fear of Change, your host Anna Donaghey invites you to start a transformative journey towards a healthier, alcohol-free future. She discusses how changing your ‘drinker’ identity can be seen as an opportunity rather than a threat. Anna also talks about adopting an experimental mindset and focusing on the g…

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Ep 16: When Drinking is part of your Identity with Sober Dave 57:24

3M ago57:24

57:24

Welcome back to "The Big Drink Rethink," where we challenge popular notions about alcohol and explore how our drinking culture is changing and evolving. In this episode, your host, Anna Donaghey, is joined by David Wilson, also known as Sober Dave, who brings an incredible story of personal transformation from a life overshadowed by alcohol to one …

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Ep 15: Exploring Alcohol and Family: The Power of Storytelling 50:06

3M ago50:06

50:06

In this episode, Anna has the pleasure of speaking with Helen Jeffery, an incredibly talented writer, performer, director, and creative facilitator who uses the arts to challenge and provoke debate around our relationship with alcohol. Helen’s play, ‘Buckled’, explores navigating sobriety in a world that revolves around drinking. The play focuses o…

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Ep 14: Alcohol & Parenting: Talking to Teens with Anita Cleare 53:15

3M ago53:15

53:15

Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of the Big Drink Rethink. Today we're dialling into one of the difficult aspects of modern parenting: how to talk to your teens about alcohol. Listen in as host, Anna Donaghey, talks to Anita Cleare, an acclaimed parenting expert. Anita’s insights help us understand the teenage brain and together, they d…

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Ep 13: Toolkit ‘101’: Managing Peer Pressure 32:49

4M ago32:49

32:49

In a culture where drinking is nearly synonymous with socialising, standing up to peer pressure is a skill - a skill that's essential for those of us reevaluating our relationship with alcohol. This episode is packed with insights and practical tools to help you navigate social expectations, understand self-imposed pressures, and stay steadfast in …

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Ep 12: Crafting a New Drinking Narrative with Laura Willoughby 55:28

4M ago55:28

55:28

Anna Donaghey, sits down with the indomitable Laura Willoughby, campaigner, and founder of Club Soda. Laura shares her insightful journey from founding Club Soda in 2014 to spearheading the mindful drinking movement. Through her mission to educate and guide, Laura explores the evolution of the non-alcoholic drinks industry, challenges mainstream dr…

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Ep 11: Let’s Talk about Alcohol at Work with Tabbin Almond 52:29

4M ago52:29

52:29

Your host, Anna Donaghey, looks at the way in which businesses often fail to ‘do right’ by their employees - on the one hand encouraging a drinking culture, but failing to educate and provide adequate support when it is needed. She examines the threads that tie alcohol culture to the workplace, with this week’s guest, Tabbin Almond, a fellow coach …

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Ep 10: Toolkit '101': Tools to Manage Habitual Evening Drinking 37:09

4M ago37:09

37:09

Have you ever found yourself reaching for that habitual alcoholic evening drink and wondering if there's another way to unwind? In this episode your host Anna will unpack a treasure chest of alternatives, strategies, and heart-to-heart advice to support you in addressing habitual evening drinking. Anna also dives into the reality behind our 'enjoym…

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Ep 09: The Truth About Alcohol & Sleep 49:30

5M ago49:30

49:30

Today Anna explores the relationship between alcohol and sleep with certified Sleep Consultant, Maryanne Taylor. Get ready to challenge your beliefs about nightcaps and nocturnal rest, as we discuss the not-so-sweet dreams that booze can bring. Maryanne shares her own experiences with disrupted sleep and anxiety, shining a light on the common yet m…

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Ep 08: Why Alcohol-Free Spirits are Good Value 53:53

5M ago53:53

53:53

In this episode, host Anna Donaghey dives into the world of alcohol-free drinks with special guest Howard Davies, co-founder of the Salcombe Distilling Company. Together, they discuss the rising trend of non-alcoholic drinks, the complexity of creating exceptional alcohol-free spirits, and the growing market for these unique beverages. Join us as w…

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Ep 07: Toolkit '101': Taking Charge 35:00

5M ago35:00

35:00

In today's episode, Anna is sharing tools to help you take charge and reassess your life's priorities. It's about shaking off the chains of perfectionism that too often hold us back. She reflects that it is the high expectations that we set for ourselves and others that can create undue stress in our lives, and why it's essential to get comfortable…

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Ep 06: Raising the Bar Without Alcohol with Laura Bartlett 48:19

5M ago48:19

48:19

Anna talks with the inspirational Laura Bartlett, who embraced sobriety just over a year ago. Laura, the founder of House of Coco magazine, shares her remarkable journey of entrepreneurship rooted in resilience, after television. Her decision to give up alcohol 16 months ago has led to an incredible transformation in her personal and professional l…

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Ep 05: The Nation's Favourite Coping Mechanism – Explained! 1:05:36

6M ago1:05:36

1:05:36

In this episode, we acknowledge alcohol as the nation's favourite coping mechanism and uncover its true effects on our well-being. Anna Donaghey, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with our guest, William Porter, a former paratrooper turned lawyer and author of "Alcohol Explained" and "Alcohol Explained 2". Together, they candidly discuss …

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Ep 04: Toolkit '101': Mindful drinking basics 29:27

6M ago29:27

29:27

In this episode, "Toolbox 101: Mindful drinking basics”, your host Anna brings together the key advice and tools discussed in the previous few episodes. Not least the concept of mindful drinking and insight that comes from understanding the motivations behind our own drinking behaviours. She discusses the different types of drinkers, the principle …

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Ep 01: What The Big Drink Rethink is All About 33:49

6M ago33:49

33:49

Welcome to The Big Drink Rethink, the brand NEW podcast that explores how our alcohol culture is shifting, challenges conventional attitudes and promotes more mindful, informed choices about drinking. In today's episode, ‘What The Big Drink Think is All About’, your host Anna Donaghey opens up about her personal journey of rethinking her relationsh…

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Ep 02: Exploring our Love Affair with Alcohol with Professor David Nutt 53:45

6M ago53:45

53:45

In this episode, we dive deep into our society's enduring and complex relationship with alcohol. Host Anna Donaghey and guest Professor David Nutt, a renowned expert in neuropsychopharmacology, engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the glamorisation of alcohol in media, the impact of advertising on drinking habits, and the influence of the…

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Ep 03: Why Less is More with Adrian Chiles 42:11

6M ago42:11

42:11

In today's episode, host Anna Donaghey sits down with the insightful Adrian Chiles, a British writer and television & radio presenter. He openly documented his close relationship with alcohol in the BBC documentary "Drinkers Like Me" and he is also the author of "The Good Drinker, How I Learned to Love Drinking Less." Adrian shares his personal jou…

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Coming soon - The Big Drink Rethink Podcast 1:43

9M ago1:43

1:43

I am so excited to be here and introducing a new series called the Big Drink Rethink hosted by me, Anna Donaghey. It's a refreshingly open-minded look at how the drinking culture in the UK is changing and why. It's a fantastic chance for you to ponder maybe for the very first time your own thoughts on this boozy business and what it means in your w…

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Ep24 - Megan Swan - Let's get real about wellness & morning routines 34:52

1+ y ago34:52

34:52

Megan is a strategic wellness adviser & consultant. She helps ambitious women, employees and leaders optimize their wellness through nutrition, mindfulness, mindset and movement so that they can feel magnetic energy, confident in their own skin and produce exceptional results. In this episode, we’re going to be discussing wellness, and morning rout…

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Ep23 - Maya Welford - Japanese & English Heritage: a multiracial experience of life in Britain 32:58

1+ y ago32:58

32:58

Maya Welford is a multi-award-winning professional, currently working as Behavioural Finance Specialist at Barclays. Maya completed her Psychology degree at King’s College London, and also holds a Masters degree in Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability. She’s an advocate for DEI both within the workplace and more broadly within society. Maya is…

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Ep22: Anna Donaghey - Dismantling & Reshaping beliefs - a different path to tackling alcohol addiction 40:45

1+ y ago40:45

40:45

TW: If talk about alcohol dependency and recovery helps you, listen today. If it triggers, know that it’s okay to skip today but be sure to join us again for the next episode. Supporting info and resources added below. Anna Donaghey is an Alcohol Mindset Coach and Speaker on the lived experience of alcohol addiction. Anna's story is all about how s…

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Ep21: Ella Razzell: An IVF journey to motherhood under wraps from the workplace 21:43

1+ y ago21:43

21:43

In this episode we'll be delving into the struggle, stress, shame, blame and heartache that many families go through to bring children into the world. A lot of these feelings, thoughts and experiences happen under the shadows, let’s bring it out into the light. Ella Razzell is an advocate for people considering, undertaking or post-fertility treatm…

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Ep20 Lorraine Connell: career pivots & leadership - we can build skills and be more than one thing! 32:19

1+ y ago32:19

32:19

Want to pivot into a new career but think there's only one thing you can 'be' or 'do'? Are leaders born or is it possible to develop leadership skills? Check out the next episode with Lorraine Connell, where we'll be discussing all of this and more. Lorraine is the Founder of Peers Not Fears, an organisation working to build leadership in our youth…

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Ep19 Ana Goehner - When self-advocacy became a lifesaver 34:39

1+ y ago34:39

34:39

Welcome to Season 2. Today we sit down with Ana Goehner. Ana is a bilingual career strategist, a career butterfly. She helps achievers go from overwhelmed to empowered, so they can build confidence, set boundaries, manage self-care, and thrive in a healthy work environment. She offers career and job search coaching for achievers. Her work has been …

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Ep18 - Jo Hartzer - Ditch the mask & step into your personal power 40:21

1+ y ago40:21

40:21

Jo isn’t your typical lawyer. She helps creative legal professionals ditch the mask and step into their personal power. She is a certified high-performance coach, Powerlifter, and a Proud Creative.Jo shares her journey to become a hot-shot lawyer and reveals just how damaging it can be to our soul if we can’t be who we really 9, 10 hours a day. Thr…

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Ep17 - Brooke Olivia - Finding & keeping joy is an inside job and gratitude holds a key 40:18

1+ y ago40:18

40:18

Do you look for joy in things, people, and places? If so, this episode is for you as Brooke Olivia explains that Joy is an inside job. Brook is a Joy & confidence coach and the founder of Live Fit with B. Her main goal is to help overwhelmed professionals seeking change. She empowers them to rediscover their joy and build their confidence so that t…

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Ep16 - Katie Williams - Eyes wide open - the importance of being intentional & self-compassionate 31:50

1+ y ago31:50

31:50

Katie Williams is in the hot seat. Katie is a Holistic Psychotherapist and Coach who helps successful humans kick self-doubt and boost their confidence and motivation so they can live a happier and more joyful life. She has moved cities, changed careers and discovered a lot about people in the last seven years. She's committed to helping successful…

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EP15: Hannah Litt - Shining light on hidden disabilities - life with ADHD, fibromyalgia & idiopathic intracranial hypertension 38:11

1+ y ago38:11

38:11

Everyone has a light, a spark that makes them unique. Sadly not everyone's light is allowed to shine brightly. Hannah Litt sits down to share her story of life with several hidden diseases. Hannah is a South Asian, Muslim Woman with ADHD, Fibromyalgia, Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension and PCOS. She currently works at Mindweaver as Head of EDIA …

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Ep14 - Claudia Taboada - Reimagining Self-Care: non-negotiable without guilt 34:24

2y ago34:24

34:24

Welcome back. Today we’re in the hot seat with Claudia Taboada joining us from Canada. Claudia is an Amazon best-selling author of ‘Burnout to Unstoppable’, award-winning international speaker, burnout prevention and self-care coach for busy high achieving women. In this episode we're revisiting burnout and for good reason - burnout is real. Claudi…

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Ep13 - Lesline Pittman - The Path to wellness, healing, contentment & burnout recovery 41:40

2y ago41:40

41:40

For Ep13 we're sitting down with Lesline. Lesline Pittman is a Registered Nurse, Certified Life Coach, Certified Yoga Teacher, and Speaker. Her motherhood journey led to her starting 'Lesline Does Wellness, LLC' where she teaches yoga to busy mums to fight burnout and be more present in their children's livesTW: This episode touches on 2 difficult …

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Ep12: Twinkle Choksi - The Power of Perspective - turning adversity into advantage and opportunity 32:26

2y ago32:26

32:26

This next episode sees us in conversation with Twinkle Choksi. Twinkle is a Trainee Clinical Psychologist who enjoys conversations about what makes you, you. Twinkle sees her adversities as an opportunity to develop resilience and learn lessons. She wants to share her story to help others feel safe, heard, and validated. With over ten years of educ…

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Ep11 - Reflections: 10 lessons from 10 episodes 28:13

2y ago28:13

28:13

In this solo edition, I'll be pausing to reflect on the 1st 10 stories of this podcast. I'll be taking a pit stop at each episode to give you a snapshot of the story, my personal insights and key things to take away. My hope is that you take at least ONE actionable idea away and share it with ONE person you know. This way we’ll get a ripple effect.…

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Update #1 - Life Update, Ep11 and what to expect from the next 2 guest stories 3:28

2y ago3:28

3:28

In this update episode, I wanted share news about the next 3 episodes. Stay tuned as I'll be letting you know why Ep11 is releasing a little later than planned. I have two words for you - plates & spinning. Ep 11 will be a SOLO one, where I'll be reflecting on the 10 lessons I've learned from the 1st 10 episodes. I'll also be giving you a sneak pee…

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Ep10 - Victoria Ayodeji - Against the odds - From Inner City London to Cambridge Graduate, Public Speaker & Mentor 40:36

2y ago40:36

40:36

For episode 10, we're in conversation with Victoria Ayodeji. Victoria is a Cambridge Graduate, Public Speaker, Mentor, and advocate. She is a winner of multiple awards. Passionate about enacting social change through access to education, Victoria uses her personal experiences to support people from diverse backgrounds to overcome barriers to educat…

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