Incredible Women by NET-A-PORTER

04.09.2024

Self-evolution and the ripple effect of power, with Eva Chen

In the final episode of The Powerhouses, we are joined by journalist, author and all-round fashion heavyweight Eva Chen. Listen in as she talks about her dramatic career shift, championing true creativity, and the generation that will change the world. Hosted...

04.02.2024

Fixing the system and rewriting the rule book, with Sharmadean Reid

In the penultimate episode, we are joined by entrepreneur, creative consultant and writer Sharmadean Reid. Listen in as she talks about penning her new manifesto for women, what power means to her now, and forging change for future generations. Hosted...

03.26.2024

Taking up space and the power of telling diverse stories, with Lulu Wang

In the fourth episode of The Powerhouses, we are joined by writer-director LuluWang. Listen in as she talks about the importance of risk-taking, carving her own path, and the inequalities that propel her forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03.19.2024

Turning 90 and celebrating global sisterhood, with Gloria Steinem

In the next episode of The Powerhouses, we are joined by feminist icon Gloria Steinem. As she marks her 90th birthday, listen to Steinem reflect on her remarkable and tireless activism, championing difference over sameness, and her joy in bringing women together....

03.12.2024

Hailing failures and rethinking friendship, with Elizabeth Day

In the second episode of The Powerhouses, we are joined by journalist, author and podcast luminary Elizabeth Day. Tune in as she talks about the importance of listening, learning to say no, and radically redefining what success means to her. Hosted...

03.05.2024

Taking risks and realizing her power, with Issa Rae

In the first episode of The Powerhouses, we are joined by the actor, writer, producer and founder Issa Rae. Listen in as she talks about telling the stories she wants to see, striving for true representation, and presiding over Greta Gerwig’s Barbie Land. THE...

02.28.2024

The Powerhouses

NET-A-PORTER presents The Powerhouses, season eight of the Incredible Women podcast, in partnership with De Beers. In this series, we sit down with a phenomenal lineup of women who are pioneering progress with their unique talent, strength, drive and influence. Featuring...

10.17.2023

Real representation on screen and the joy of filmmaking, with Emma Seligman

In the final episode of Vision and Voice, we are joined by writer and director Emma Seligman. Listen in as she talks about creating the high-school comedy of her generation, Bottoms; telling stories where identity isn’t the plot; and why Greta Gerwig...

10.10.2023

Crucial storytelling and pushing positive action, with Sophia Li

For the penultimate episode, we are joined by Sophia Li, the inspiring climate advocate, podcast host, and journalist. Listen in as she talks about the role of storytellers in a crisis, moving away from the doom-and-gloom narrative, and aiming for...

10.03.2023

Empowering women through fashion, and unrelenting drive, with Emilia Wickstead

In this episode, we are joined by celebrated designer Emilia Wickstead. Listen in as she talks about her passion and purpose, the persistence it’s taken to get to where she is, and the mistakes she’s made along the way. Hosted...

09.26.2023

Researching passions and the art of being a diva, with Kate Bailey

In this episode, we are joined by Kate Bailey, senior curator of theater and performance at London’s Victoria and Albert Museum. Listen in as she talks about creating extraordinary exhibitions, her fascination with the concept of diva, and the process of...

09.18.2023

Transforming Mental Health and Making Career Moves, with Adwoa Aboah

In the second episode, we are joined by Adwoa Aboah, the actor, model, and founder of mental-health organization Gurls Talk. Listen in as she talks about the dangers of ego, chasing joy, and turning shame into an opportunity to share and...

09.12.2023

Pioneering in fashion and Hollywood, with Hari Nef

In the first episode of Vision and Voice, we are joined by Hari Nef – actor, producer, model and writer. Listen in as she talks about what it was like to work with Greta Gerwig on Barbie, taking creative control, and...

09.05.2023

Vision and Voice

NET-A-PORTER presents the Incredible Women podcast, season seven. In this series, titled Vision and Voice, we sit down with women whose inspiring ideas, passion and drive are forging positive change. Featuring Hari Nef, Adwoa Aboah, Sophia Li and more. Hosted...

04.11.2023

Desire, aging, and writing the female experience, with Lisa Taddeo

In the final episode of Champions of Change, we are joined by Lisa Taddeo – the bestselling writer whose debut, Three Women, has become one of the most talked-about books of recent years. Listen in as she talks about fear, telling stories...

04.04.2023

Thinking big and world-changing technology, with Kiara Nirghin

In the penultimate episode of Champions of Change, we are joined by Kiara Nirghin - the inventor and technologist who received the grand prize at the Google Science Fair aged 16. Listen in as she talks about motivating others to pioneer,...

03.28.2023

Creativity, love, and transforming the media landscape, with Liv Little

In the next episode of Champions of Change, we are joined by Liv Little – the writer and editor who started a media empire when she was still at university. Listen in as she talks about legacy, the revolutionary power of...

03.21.2023

Redefining beauty standards and challenging social media, with Naomi Shimada

In this episode of Champions of Change, we are joined by Naomi Shimada – writer, presenter and model. Listen in as she talks about unrealistic beauty ideals, the pressure of perfectionism, and the messiness of being human. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

03.14.2023

Courage, hope, and raising up women’s rights, with Leila Yavari

In the next episode of Champions of Change, we are joined by Leila Yavari – the former fashion director turned strategic advisor and human-rights activist. Listen in as she talks about lifting up the women of Iran and the importance of...

03.08.2023

Champions of Change

NET-A-PORTER presents the Incredible Women podcast, season six. In this series, entitled Champions of Change, we sit down with inspiring women who are transforming the future of their arenas, and beyond. Featuring Este Haim, Lisa Taddeo, Leila Yavari, Naomi Shimada and...

03.07.2023

Inspiring women in music and taking creative control, with Este Haim

In the first episode of Champions of Change, we are joined by Este Haim – singer, songwriter, composer and one-third of the record-breaking band Haim. Listen in as she talks about inspiring other women to follow in her footsteps, shaking up the...

10.18.2022

Childhood fame and doing the impossible, with Keke Palmer

In the final episode, we are joined by Keke Palmer – actor, presenter, director and singer. Listen in as she talks about her two decades in the entertainment industry so far, smashing down barriers, and doing it all her own...

10.11.2022

Style evolution and rejecting ‘fashion mistakes’, with Susie Lau

In the penultimate episode, we are joined by Susie Lau – writer, consultant and one of the original style influencers. Listen in as she talks about her inner geek, the ritual of getting dressed, and using her digital platform to...

10.04.2022

Sustainability, stigma, and science, with Zinnia Kumar

In this episode, we are joined by Zinnia Kumar, a scientist, ecologist, activist, writer and model, who is driving conversations around sustainability and diversity forward in her fields. Listen in as she talks about decolonizing beauty ideals, South Asian representation, and why she’s not...

09.27.2022

Representation and revising art history, with Katy Hessel

In this episode, we are joined by art historian, curator, writer and broadcaster Katy Hessel, who has made it her mission to reinsert women artists into the canon of history. Listen in as she discusses art as activism and shares her...

09.20.2022

Fashion, technology and the future of design, with Grace Ling

In the second episode, we are joined by Singaporean designer Grace Ling, who has captured the attention of the fashion world and garnered an A-list following. Listen in as she talks about her inspirations, defining sexiness, and shaping the future of...

09.13.2022

Songwriting and overcoming shame, with Self Esteem

In the first episode, we are joined by Self Esteem, the singer-songwriter making waves in the music industry with her candid lyrics and infectious melodies. Listen in as she talks about building confidence, learning to prioritize herself, and why her future feels...

09.06.2022

The Rule Breakers

NET-A-PORTER presents the Incredible Women podcast: season five. This series celebrates The Rule Breakers, as we sit down with women inspiring radical change across fashion, film, music and art. Featuring Self Esteem, Keke Palmer, Zinnia Kumar and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

04.12.2022

Michelle Lee

In the final episode of the series, we are joined by Michelle Lee, global vice president of editorial and publishing at Netflix and boundary-pushing journalist. Listen in as she talks about her love of content – in all its guises – the...

04.05.2022

Marine Tanguy

In the penultimate episode, we are joined by Marine Tanguy, the French entrepreneur who is changing the art world for the better. Listen in as she talks about the relationships that sustain her, how she discovers new talents, and why she respects the past...

03.29.2022

Arlo Parks

In this episode, we are joined by Arlo Parks, the singer-songwriter and poet who makes music that strikes a chord. Listen in as she talks about writing empathetic lyrics, practicing positivity and the fashion that makes her feel powerful. ...

03.22.2022

Yalda Hakim

In this episode, we are joined by Yalda Hakim, the award-winning broadcast journalist, BBC World News presenter, correspondent and documentary-maker. Listen in as she talks about the privilege and responsibility of her platform, why storytelling has always been part of...

03.15.2022

Supriya Lele

In this episode, we are joined by Supriya Lele, the British-Indian fashion designer leading a style revolution. Listen in as she talks about going against the grain in her career, the women who have shaped her, and why her brand...

03.08.2022

Laverne Cox

In the first episode, we are joined by Laverne Cox, the trailblazing actor, producer and LGBTQ+ advocate. Listen in as she talks about love, letting go of guilt, and why her work is centered on “beautifully flawed” characters and stories that challenge....

03.01.2022

The Disruptors

NET-A-PORTER presents the Incredible Women podcast season four, The Disruptors. In this series, we sit down with a lineup of rebels, mavericks and modern leaders who are challenging the status quo and driving positive change, including Laverne Cox, Arlo Parks, Yalda Hakim...

10.26.2021

Quannah Chasinghorse

In the final episode of the series, we speak to Quannah Chasinghorse – the land protector, climate warrior and new-gen model who is making global impact with her dedication to environmental activism and advocation for Indigenous rights and representation. Listen in as she talks...

10.19.2021

Melissa Lozada-Oliva

In this episode, we are joined by the spoken-word poet and writer Melissa Lozada-Oliva, who came to prominence with her award-winning poem Like Totally Whatever in 2015. Listen in as she talks about her surreal new book and the big-screen adaptation, viral poetry performances and the cult...

10.12.2021

Elsa Majimbo

In this episode we are joined by Elsa Majimbo, the comedian and social-media sensation whose straight-talking satirical videos – which often feature her eating crisps, wearing tiny sunglasses and sharing an inner monologue direct to camera – started to go viral during lockdown. Listen...

10.05.2021

Tavi Gevinson

In this episode we speak to Tavi Gevinson: actor, writer, editor and cultural commentator. Though only 25, Gevinson is a bona fide millennial multihyphenate who has been in the public eye for over half her life, since the launch of...

09.28.2021

Yumi Nu

In this episode we speak to Yumi Nu, the model, singer-songwriter and entrepreneur making strides both in and out of the fashion world. Listen in as she talks about a monumental year for her career, raising up her voice, and taking...

09.14.2021

The New Guard

NET-A-PORTER presents season three of our Incredible Women podcast, The New Guard, in which we speak with a new generation of trailblazers rising to the top of their fields. Featuring Charli XCX, Yumi Nu, Elsa Majimbo and more. See acast.com/privacy...

09.14.2021

Charli XCX

In the first episode, we are joined by the inimitable Charli XCX, the music maverick who has redefined the pop landscape. Listen in as she talks about looking after her mental health, the first song she ever wrote, and breaking barriers...

04.06.2021

Ashley Graham

Supermodel, mother, activist and podcaster Ashley Graham features in the final episode of season two of our Incredible Women podcast series Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03.30.2021

Rina Sawayama

Acclaimed singer-songwriter, Rina Sawayama features in the fifth episode of season two of our Incredible Women podcast series Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03.23.2021

Lisa Joy

The trailblazing writer, director and producer Lisa Joy features in the fourth episode of season two of our Incredible Women podcast series Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03.16.2021

Aranya Johar

The inspiring spoken word artist, Aranya Johar, features in the third episode of season two of our Incredible Women podcast series Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03.09.2021

Elizabeth Nyamayaro

Humanitarian and founder of the HeForShe social movement, Elizabeth Nyamayaro, features in the second episode of season two of our Incredible Women podcast series Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03.02.2021

Meena Harris

Our first episode features Meena Harris, the inspiring founder and CEO of Phenomenal Woman Action Campaign and bestselling author. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12.15.2020

Francesca Hayward and Lauren Cuthbertson

Our final episode features principal dancers at the Royal Ballet, Francesca Hayward and Lauren Cuthbertson, reminiscing about the first time they saw each other dance, unforgettable moments on stage and the vastly different ways they’ll be ringing in the new year,...

12.08.2020

Petra Němcová and Noëlla Coursaris Musunka

Presenting the first season of our new Incredible Women podcast series. In episode five, models and philanthropists, Petra Němcová and Noëlla Coursaris Musunka, discuss modelling together, the importance of schools and community and how they celebrate the holiday season. Hosted...