Best Elizabeth Willetts Podcasts (2024)

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Someone Come Get Your 20ft Inflatable IUD! With Amanda Zurawski, Sarah Hester Ross & Mary Rickles 1:18:21

2d ago1:18:21

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Congrats on another week of surviving and fighting the patriarchy! Get your earholes ready because this week was a doozy. I think we all know by now, what happens in Texas does NOT stay in Texas. What BS are the womb hounds that run the Lone Star State pulling now? Their new kink is to blame doctors for people being denied abortion care. PLUS, the …

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Beyond Words: Nima Abu Wardeh's Secrets to Impactful Communication for Career Success 40:37

1d ago40:37

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Join us for a game-changing conversation with communication expert Nima Abu Wardeh as she dismantles the myths around confidence and redefines what it means to truly stand out. If you're ready to transform how you speak, listen, and present yourself in your career and beyond, this episode is for you! What You'll Uncover in This Episode: Debunking C…

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Dr Sonia Damle - How to Navigate Shift Work as a Parent & the Benefits of Self-Rostering in the NHS & Beyond 30:25

1d ago30:25

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How can you navigate shift work as a parent? This week we welcome Emergency Medicine Doctor Sonia Damle to the podcast. Sonia shares her experience of shift work and how to make it work alongside bringing up children. Sonia has lots of practical advice for other shift workers, including: why knowing what you want is vital to make it work how utilis…

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Don’t Abandon The South With Nika Kovač, Tyler Barbarin, & Kate Willett 1:16:30

9d ago1:16:30

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Full episode transcript HERE. Biscuits, BBQ, and Bodily Autonomy - guess which one you won’t find in the South? We are in FULL rampage mode over the latest update out of Louisiana. The clown governor just signed into law a horrifying bill that reclassifies FDA APPROVED AND EXTREMELY SAFE abortion medications as "controlled dangerous substances." Wh…

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Curl Queen to CEO: Rachel’s Secrets to Thriving with Textured Hair 29:25

8d ago29:25

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Get ready to fall back in love with your curls in today’s episode of “Work It Like A Mum.” I’m chatting with the fabulous Rachel, the brains behind CURLiD, who's on a mission to transform how we care for our textured tresses. Whether you’ve got waves, curls, or coils, this one’s for you! What’s in This Episode: Who is CURLiD? Rachel breaks down how…

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Transform Your Health: Mastering Gut Wellness with Wilma MacDonald 31:38

16d ago31:38

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Ready to feel amazing every.single.day? Umm, yeah - us too! So, let's unlock the secret together! Join us in this week's Work It Like A Mum podcast episode as we speak with expert Nutritionist Wilma MacDonald for a transformative chat on gut health—your hidden superpower for long-lasting health and wellness 🍏. Here's what you'll learn in this episo…

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[Future of Work] Lizzie Penny & Alex Hirst - How Workstyle (Rather Than Flexible Working) Could Change the Way You Work Forever 43:39

16d ago43:39

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Have you heard of workstyle? Today on the podcast we are delighted to welcome entrepreneurs and changemakers Lizzie Penny and Alex Hirst. Together they came up with the concept of workstyle in response to their negative experiences of the traditional '9-5' working week. Workstyle is a new word to describe the complete freedom to choose when and whe…

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Alabama’s Katie Britt Is All Up In Your Business With Dr. Ghazaleh Moayedi & Atheer Yacoub 1:05:07

24d ago1:05:07

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Full episode transcript HERE. Lizz is out this week, but MOJI IS NOT ALONE. The fabulous and funny AF Abortion Access Front Head Writer, Alyssa “Dooks” Al-Dookhi, is BACK in the house to lead us through the anti-abortion fire – I mean, co-host – yet again! What do we got for y’all this week? Oh, how our tea spilleth over… We’ve got an UPDATE on tha…

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[Future of Work] Denise Wilson OBE - How the UK is Working to Achieve Gender Balance at Board Level & What Still Needs to Change 45:29

23d ago45:29

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We're delighted to welcome Denise Wilson OBE to the podcast. Denise is the former chief executive of the FTSE Women Leaders Review and has led the UK’s business task force to increase the number of women on boards and in leadership positions. She has made a significant contribution to gender equality in British business and is passionate about empo…

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The Myth of Work-Life Balance: How Flexible Work Creates Work-Life Integration 28:45

23d ago28:45

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Ever feel like you're perpetually dropping balls? Yeah, us, too. This week, we meet Faizah Jawaid, a sales rockstar who did a total career pivot after having kids. But the transition wasn't all sunshine and roses. Buckle up as Faizah shares her battle to find a job with the flexibility a working parent craves (without sacrificing her salary to get …

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FBK IRL: Spilling the Tea With Elie Mystal 1:06:54

28d ago1:06:54

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Full episode transcript HERE. This episode was taped LIVE from the stunning Brownstone Cowboys Magazine HQ! We hosted an intimate in-person convo with Justice Correspondent for The Nation, Elie Mystal where we spilled all the dirty deets on abortion and the courts with a small audience of abortion-loving peeps. Get an earful of your Feminist Buzzki…

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From Invisible to Invincible: Self-Promotion Strategies for Career Success 31:58

1M ago31:58

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Ever feel like you're the world's best-kept secret at work? It's time to change that—without the ick factor of traditional self-promotion! Join me in this week's Work It Like A Mum podcast as I chat with Leanne Cooper, a career advancement coach who's transforming the way women advance in their careers. We're diving into self-promotion strategies t…

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[Future of Work] Bruce Daisley - How to Reduce the Number of Meetings in Your Workplace & Change the Organisational Culture 47:45

30d ago47:45

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Would you like to reduce the number of meetings in your workplace? Joining us this week is workplace culture enthusiast Bruce Daisley. A former EMEA Vice President of Twitter, Bruce is now a best-selling author and hosts the podcast 'Eat, Sleep, Work, Repeat', alongside helping organisations build energised and connected workplace cultures. In this…

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Can You Really Have It All? Debunking Career Myths with Rachel Exton 46:44

1M ago46:44

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Welcome to this week's "Work It Like a Mum Podcast" episode! If you've ever felt pulled in a million directions — juggling work deadlines, a demanding boss, kids' hobbies and even some 'me-time' then this week's episode is for you. I'm thrilled to chat with Rachel Exton, Vice President of Marketing at Pearson English Language Learning, who became a…

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Rosie Hewat - How to Handle the Call Back to the Office & Tips on Requesting Flexible Working 38:36

1M ago38:36

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Has your employer recently called you back to the office? Our guest today is Rosie Hewat, Group Chief People Officer at fintech company Kuda. In 2024, many organisations have begun to pull their workers back to the office. As an experienced HR and people management professional and an advocate for flexible working, Rosie shares practical advice on …

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FBK Turns 100 With 5 Incredible Mystery Guests 51:47

1M ago51:47

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Full episode transcript HERE. It’s the 100TH EPISODE of The Feminist Buzzkills podcast! Since our first episode broadcast live from Washington DC on the day of the Dobbs oral arguments, Feminist Buzzkills has been your #1 stop for all things abobo, and for that WE THANK YOU! How does the ONLY weekly podcast from the activists on the ground celebrat…

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Elizabeth Willetts - How to Get Your Flexible Working Request Approved & Why the Future of Work is Hybrid 33:36

1M ago33:36

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What do the people who get flexible working requests approved have in common? Today we welcome Elizabeth (Liz) Willetts, CEO and Founder of Investing in Women to the podcast to discuss her work advocating for the power of part-time and flexible working. Liz shares her top tips for getting your flexible working request approved, including when it is…

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Breaking the Glass Ceiling with a Baby on Board 41:24

2M ago41:24

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Join us this week as we chat with Verena Hefti, the force behind Leaders Plus, an initiative helping parents climb the career ladder while rocking parenthood. Discover how Verena’s own journey as a working mum sparked her to create a community that empowers parents worldwide. In This Episode, You'll Discover: Verena's Inspiring Journey: From feelin…

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Retraining to be a Salesforce Consultant: Is a Tech Career Your Next Move? 26:20

2M ago26:20

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In this bonus podcast episode, we delve into Ana-Maria Guzu’s inspiring transition from a sales role in the construction sector to a flourishing career as a Salesforce consultant facilitated by the wonderful Salesforce trainer, Supermums. Ana Maria unpacks the benefits Salesforce presents, particularly for those eager to pivot their career paths. S…

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Charlotte Boujassy - How to Let Go of the Pressure of Being a Perfect Parent & Progress Your Career 40:21

2M ago40:21

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Do you ever feel under pressure to be the perfect parent? Verena Hefti MBE chats with Charlotte Boujassy, Director of Talent & Leadership Development Europe for a Japanese pharmaceutical company. They discuss why it's so important to talk loudly about working flexibly at a senior level, how to deal with the pressure of perfectionism when you're a w…

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Beyond the 9-to-5: How Job Sharing Can Transform Your Career 47:41

2M ago47:41

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This week on "Work It Like a Mum," we dive deep into the world of job sharing with Chloe Fletcher and Laura Walker, co-founders of The Job Share Revolution. We explore how job sharing can transform your work-life balance, boost productivity, and still allow for career progression. Whether you're contemplating a job share or just curious about its m…

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Indiana Rules Abortion Is a Religious Right With Laurie Kilmartin & Tracy Weitz 1:13:10

2M ago1:13:10

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The Feminist Buzzkills are in FULL rage mode this week as our heads are still spinning from Arizona’s latest assault on people with a uterus. The ghouls on Arizona’s Supreme Court ruled that an 1864 abortion ban will be enforced in less than TWO WEEKS. Plus, what does it mean when three judges agree that Indiana’s near-total abortion ban does in fa…

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Finding Your Village: How to Build a Support Network - AND a Thriving Career as a Single Parent With Rosemarie Fox 34:09

2M ago34:09

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This episode of "Work Like a Mum" is an inspiring conversation with Rosemarie Fox, HR Generalist at Saint-Gobain. Rosemarie is a single mum who has found a workplace that supports her in achieving both career success and personal fulfilment. In this episode, you'll learn: How Rosemarie transitioned her career from pharma to food and finally to Sain…

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Thorey V. Proppe - How Data Can Improve DEI Policies & Help Close the Gender Pay Gap 39:13

2M ago39:13

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Today we welcome to the podcast Thorey V. Proppe, the CEO and founder of Alda, an Icelandic tech company which developed DEI software for workplaces globally. Iceland consistently ranks among the highest countries in the world for gender equality. Thorey shares: What is working for gender equality right now in Iceland What we can learn from this su…

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The Florida Giveth and the Florida Taketh Away With Asha Dahya & Elizabeth Booker Houston 1:13:30

2M ago1:13:30

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Full episode transcript HERE. What went down with bodily autonomy this week? The South is indeed Southing! The Florida Supreme Court hit the Sunshiners where it hurts– right in the ute. We bring you all the tea on what the Florida six-week ban means for abortion seekers throughout the South. BUT can the state’s ballot initiative save the day? AND w…

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Brita Fernandez Schmidt - How to Learn to Trust Your Intuition & Manage Your Fears 38:35

2M ago38:35

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Today we're joined by Brita Fernandez Schmidt, transformational coach and author of the brilliant book Fears to Fierce. Brita has spent 25 years championing women's rights across the world, and strongly believes that every woman has a fierce power to fulfill her own dreams. We discussed how we can learn to trust our own intuition, be intentional wi…

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From Parent to Tech Pro: Unlocking Your Career Potential with Supermums, Heather Black 30:33

2M ago30:33

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Welcome back to the "Work Like a Mum" podcast! Today's episode is a game-changer, especially if you're at a turning point in your career, craving a better work-life balance, or just curious about a job in tech. We're sitting down with bestselling author Heather Black, the CEO of Supermums. Heather’s journey is nothing short of inspiring - from navi…

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Redefining Success: Parenting Children with Additional Needs with Ali Fanshawe 48:32

2M ago48:32

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In this episode of "Work It Like a Mum," I'm joined by Ali Fanshawe, an adoptive mother of two kids with additional needs and a strong advocate for making work more accessible for parent carers. Ali shares her candid journey from adoption to navigating the complexities of raising children with additional needs while advocating for support in the wo…

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Lea Henry - How to Manage Perfectionism When Combining a Big Career & Young Children 38:45

2M ago38:45

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This week we welcome Lea Henry, co-founder of the award-winning creative childcare agency CocoRio. Together with her business partner Corinna Bordoli, Lea co-founded CocoRio because she worried about the quality of childcare available. As she couldn’t keep her kids with her 24/7, she wanted to ensure their overall development and emotional well-bei…

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Buzzkills from SCOTUS: Breaking Down the Mifepristone Oral Arguments with Dr. Michele Goodwin 50:30

2M ago50:30

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Full episode transcript HERE. The Feminist Buzzkills were at SCOTUS for the abortion pill, AKA Mifepristone, oral arguments with the Abortion Access Front team and some dope-ass volunteers! We took to the streets of DC with rage, force, and Beyoncé on full blast. If you haven’t heard us rant about it a million times already, our beloved LIFE-SAVING…

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Want to Thrive in Your Career After Kids? Here’s How One Woman Crushed It (And Even a Cancer Diagnosis Hasn’t Stopped Her) 41:33

3M ago41:33

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Dive into this week’s “Work It Like A Mum” episode, where we chat with the unstoppable Nicole Lee. From eyeing a future in beauty to making her mark in the timber industry, Nicole’s story isn’t your run-of-the-mill career tale. Add becoming a mum and battling breast cancer into the mix, and you've got a story that's as real as it gets. Nicole and h…

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Polly Ogden Duffy - How to Progress a Senior Career in a Male-Dominated Industry & Work Flexibly 38:36

3M ago38:36

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How can women thrive in a traditionally male-dominated work environment? Today we welcome to the podcast Polly Ogden Duffy, Managing Director at prime sales and lettings agency John D Wood & Co. London. Polly, who is married with two children, is passionate that women CAN have it all and shares why she believes being ambitious as a working mother i…

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The Scare Tactics of the Anti-abortion Mob With E.R. Fightmaster & Tània Verge 1:20:36

3M ago1:20:36

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Full episode transcript HERE. Lizz is back! This week’s secret words are “Fightmaster” and “Catalonia” – and they’re both making this world a much doper and safer place for folks with uteruses. Your Feminist Buzzkills are ranting and raging about the anti-abortion movement’s talent for inventing fake problems to solve, and then miraculously solving…

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How to Build a Career-Changing Personal Brand That Opens Doors With Leigh Welsh 44:12

3M ago44:12

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Ever caught yourself wondering if you could build a personal brand - and the impact it would have on your career?.. In this week's episode, you're in for a real treat, as our guest is none other than Personal Branding Specialist and Strategist Leigh Welsh. Leigh has spent over a decade building his own personal brand, with thousands of followers on…

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Dr. Ana Catalano Weeks - Managing Mental Load While Balancing Career and Parenthood 38:36

3M ago38:36

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Today on the podcast, Verena Hefti MBE chats with Dr Ana Catalano Weeks, Senior Lecturer at the University of Bath Dr. Ana shares her experience of how mental load can be gendered and emphasises that creating awareness is a part of the solution. In this conversation, we delve into the dynamics of heterosexual couples and the evolving landscape of c…

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Blinded by Our Love for Abortion Providers With Melissa Grant & Kristin Hady 59:18

3M ago59:18

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Full episode transcript HERE. Happy Abortion Provider Appreciation Week AND International Women’s Day! Lizz is still vacay-ing it up, so Abortion Access Front Head Writer Alyssa (AKA, Dooks) is holding it down with Moji again - lucky us! This week we’re reminding y’all why and how you should be supporting abortion providers year-round. We’re also s…

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From Self-Awareness to Success: Mastering Influence at Work with Roz Hobley 39:12

3M ago39:12

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In this enlightening episode of "Work It Like A Mum," we dive into the art of influence and leadership with Roz Hobley from GiANT London. Roz's expertise sheds light on harnessing self-awareness and building trust as cornerstones of impactful leadership. Whether you're an aspiring leader or a seasoned executive, our discussion offers invaluable ins…

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Jane Green - How to Approach Your Employer for Reduced Working Days and Tips on Transitioning to a Flexible Role 42:30

3M ago42:30

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Today on the podcast, Verena Hefti MBE chats with Jane Green, Leaders Plus Mentor and Former EY Partner. Jane's approach to balancing work and parenthood in an era where flexible-working was rare, can well be considered as a reforming move in the UK workplace. From pioneering a flexible work model in the 1990s at EY to now mentoring on the Leaders …

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Alabama’s IVF Problem: Incessant Vaginal Fuckery With Dr. Rebecca Gomperts & Subhah Agarwal 1:05:24

3M ago1:05:24

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Full episode transcript HERE. Another podisode where we tear the patriarchy apart! Lizz is in vacay mode, but Moji is here with brilliant guest host and AAF Head Writer Alyssa Al-Dookhi, AKA Dooks. This week we decode all of the IVF chaos that’s going down in not-so-sweet Alabama. We drag, expose, and deep dive into Tom Parker, the judicial creeper…

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Sideways, Down, and Diagonal: Redefining Career Success and the Art of the Career Pivot 39:06

3M ago39:06

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Meet Jodie Mason, a dynamo in the corporate world who's mastered the art of the career pivot. In this episode of Work It Like A Mum, we dive into Jodie's fascinating journey through the ranks of Saint-Gobain, where she's defied traditional career trajectories to forge her own path to success. From her early days in customer service to her strategic…

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Heather Taylor - How to Accelerate Your Career Whilst Balancing Life as a Parent, Learning to Takes Risks & Life on the Board of Pregnant Then Screwed 31:50

3M ago31:50

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Today on the podcast Verena Hefti MBE chats with Heather Taylor, Director of Finance and Resources for Trust for London and Trustee and Treasurer at charity Pregnant Then Screwed. Heather is an Alumni of the Leaders Plus Fellowship (having completed the very first cohort of the programme) and advocates for flexible and reduced working days to incre…

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Is Being a Stay-at-Home Mum the Ultimate Act of Rebellion in 2024? With Chair of Mothers at Home Matter, Anne Fennell. 27:50

4M ago27:50

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Is Being a Stay-at-Home Mum the Ultimate Act of Rebellion in 2024? I know I felt like a rebel when I decided to stay home with my kids. Society tells us our worth lies in our paychecks, but I knew there was more to it than that. In this episode, Anne Fennell, chair of Mothers at Home Matter, and I dive deep into the world of stay-at-home parenting.…

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{CEO Series} Sam Butters - The Benefits of being a Co-CEO & How to Navigate Morning Sickness in a Senior Role 49:02

4M ago49:02

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In this episode, Verena Hefti MBE chats with Sam Butters, Co-CEO of charity the Fair Education Alliance, a coalition of 250 organisations tackling educational inequality. Verena and Sam discuss the multiple benefits of having Co-CEO’s and why this isn’t necessarily the same as a traditional job share. Sam, who is a big advocate of work-life fluidit…

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Unraveling The Impact of Denied Abortions With Dr. Diana Greene Foster 50:01

4M ago50:01

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Full episode transcript HERE. Well, well, it’s not every day your Buzzkills are graced with a MacArthur Genius fellow, but today is NOT one of those days! Dr. Diana Foster Greene is in the pod house talking about her award-winning research paper, The Turnaway Study, which is a comprehensive look at the harms caused by folks being denied abortion ca…

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Brick by Brick: How Christa Davies Rebuilt Her Engineering Career After a 20-Year Career Break 38:14

4M ago38:14

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Grab your cuppa and get cosy because this week, we've got a story that's going to light a fire under anyone who's ever thought, "Is it too late?" We're chatting with the absolutely inspiring Christa Davies, an engineer whose love affair with LEGO wasn't just child's play—it was a signpost pointing towards a thrilling career in aerospace and beyond.…

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Rachel Allison - Tips for Managing Your Personal Brand & How to Build a PR Agency as a New Mother 42:19

4M ago42:19

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What is the secret to other people talking positively about you at work? Today on the podcast Verena Hefti MBE chats with Rachel Allison, founder of the PR agency Axe + Saw. Rachel is someone who regularly advocates for Diversity, Inclusion and Equity in her work and she is passionate about running a progressive, purpose-driven agency. As a mother …

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MINI-EPISODE: Two Abobo Pods Walk into a Bar... With Renee Bracey Sherman & Regina Mahone 17:03

4M ago17:03

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Full episode transcript HERE. The Feminist Buzzkills are bringing y’all TWO abobo pods for the price of one (FREE.99)! YUP, Moji is joining forces with the geniuses behind the fresh new abortion podcast, The A Files: A Secret History of Abortion, AKA the amazing heroic Renee Bracey Sherman and her writing partner Regina Mahone, who is also an edito…

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Unlocking Your Coaching Business’ Potential With Joanna Lott: Her Secrets to Building a Business You Adore 38:12

4M ago38:12

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Ever found yourself daydreaming about a job that promises more than just a paycheck; one that fulfils you both professionally and personally, while empowering others to do the same? That’s exactly what Joanna Lott did - moving from a traditional HR role into becoming a coach - and helping other aspiring coaches do the same. In this podcast episode,…

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Ellen Taaffe - How to Overcome Perfectionism & Master Self Promotion, Plus How to Support More Women into Senior Leadership Positions 43:09

4M ago43:09

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How can women unblock the obstacles in their path and open the door to opportunities to reach more senior leadership levels? Today on the podcast, Verena Hefti MBE chats with Ellen Taaffe, author of a thought-provoking new book entitled, 'The Mirrored Door: Break Through the Hidden Barrier That Locks Successful Women in Place'. For many women, at s…

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PROJECT 2025: The Anti-Abortion Playbook With Gretchen Sisson & Dylan McKeever 1:14:14

4M ago1:14:14

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Full episode transcript HERE. SAVE THE DATE: March 26th is the date the Supreme Court will hear the abortion pill (mifepristone) case! What does this mean? What quack evidence did the anti-abobo clowns drag in? The Buzzkills got you. And when the awful-est activists in the country aren’t in court trying to destroy us? They’re working tirelessly beh…

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