In this episode of Athena Rebels, Sophie sits down with Limara for an honest conversation about sales — how she found her way into it, why she loves it, and why it’s so often misunderstood.

In this episode of Athena Rebels, we’re changing things up with a book‑club‑style conversation inspired by Surrounded by Idiots by Thomas Erikson — and asking the very real question… are we the idiots, or are we just different colours?

In this episode of Athena Rebels, we’re joined by Amy Brown, Manager of Partner Success, EMEA who shares her personal story and why mental health awareness in the workplace is no longer optional — it’s essential.

Imposter syndrome doesn’t disappear as you become more successful — if anything, it often gets louder.

In this candid conversation, Sophie and Limara explore what it really feels like to cross the threshold into 40.

Hosted by Sophie Dowsett-Smith and Limara Thorne, Athena Rebels dives into the hidden gender gap in AI adoption. Women are 20–25% less likely to use AI tools than men, facing barriers like lower confidence, risk aversion, and concerns about privacy and ethics. This gap means fewer women’s voices shaping the future of technology—and risks amplifying bias in AI itself. Join Sophie and Limara as they uncover why this matters, what’s driving the divide, and how closing it could unlock new opportunities for everyone.

Is confidence something you’re born with, or can it be built?

In the debut episode of Athena Rebels, hosts Limara Thorne and Sophie Dowsett-Smith confront the conversations that professionals shy away from in tech and the modern workplace. From navigating male-dominated industries to rebuilding confidence after career setbacks, Limara and Sophie share their real-life journeys, including workplace bullying, returning from maternity leave, and daring to reinvent their careers in tech despite battling imposter syndrome.