The Society

A conversation with Dolly Parikh who is the founder of Aloki Impact.

A conversation with Kat Mahale. Kat is a portrait and self-portrait photographer, curator, mentor, author, and speaker based near London. Through therapeutic photography and her Felt Sense methodologies, she creates safe, embodied spaces for people to connect more deeply with themselves. She’s trained in the Look Again mindful photography method, qualified in Therapeutic Photography at Robert Gordon University, and is currently studying with the British Focusing Association.​Her work includes person-centred photography (Face to Face® and Freedom Shoots), Feltful Photography (her mindful approach), and Felt Photographic—an online gallery guided by the Felt Sense. A regular speaker at The Photography Show and contributor to the RPS Women in Photography, she was praised by Judy Weiser as "amazing and pioneering" and interviewed by Rankin for her innovative use of photography for good.

In this episode we discuss the topic of autistic founders and business support with Marta Tomlinson.
Marta is currently completing a Postgraduate Certificate in Neurodiversity at the University of the West of Scotland and will begin part-time MSc Psychology studies at Leeds Beckett University in September 2026.
Her academic journey began with a BA in TESOL and Qualified Teacher Status (Early Years Education), followed by an MA in English Linguistics, where her research explored the phonological analysis of accent imitation and authenticity in the performances of Monty Python actors. Following her own late diagnosis of autism, ADHD and dyslexia, her interests shifted towards psychology, neurodiversity, communication and systems.

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, an autistic host and autistic guest come together to explore the often-overlooked perspective of autistic women; from masking and identity to nervous system regulation, relationships, burnout, and the social expectations that shape autistic lives.Joining the conversation is Pili, originally from Spain and based in Scotland since 2015. With a background in health sciences and social pedagogy, Pili brings a unique blend of professional expertise and lived autistic experience. Her career has spanned social care, criminal justice, refugee services, homelessness support, and housing services for autistic people and individuals with learning disabilities, mental health challenges, and complex needs. She has worked as a prison officer, trade union teacher, and Service Leader within support services.This episode offers an honest, insightful, and thought-provoking conversation through the lens of autistic women.

Have you ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes of the contemporary art world?In this special episode, with Gabriella Silvagnoli, a Brooklyn-based curator, art advisor, and storyteller, we celebrate the release of her new book, The Secret Diary of an Art Curator.With over a decade of experience working alongside renowned auction houses, private clients, and blue-chip galleries, Gabriella pulls back the velvet curtain on one of the world’s most mysterious and exclusive industries. She shares her incredible journey navigating both physical and digital curation, from large-scale physical installations to immersive motion art on city screens across the globe.We dive deep into the core themes of her book, which serves as part memoir, part industry survival guide, and a beautiful love letter to art itself.

As part of our efforts to raise awareness for ANNA (All Neurodivergent Neuroinclusive Alliance), we had the privilege of sitting down with Karen Rudich, the founder of sherloc, for an enlightening conversation. Here’s a snapshot of our podcast discussion.Sherloc was founded with a clear mission: to empower small businesses with real-time, relevant information that drives informed decision-making. Designed with leaders in mind, sherloc blends strategic insights with seamless financial management, helping businesses stay ahead of the curve.At the heart of sherloc’s innovation is AI-driven financial forecasting, transforming the way small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) plan for the future. By leveraging AI to analyze financial, non-financial, and market data, Sherloc removes the guesswork from business strategy. It provides crystal-clear insights into cash flow, revenue, and costs, giving leaders a glimpse into the future, long before the numbers hit.

A conversation with AI centering on ethics and building ANNA.

Neurodivergent Synergy in conversation with Sage Godrei, founder of Rocketshot TV and previous events producer at Women in Film & Television Australia, as well as presenter show producer at Fireside, Australia.
Sage is also an artist, and in her own words:"I believe in the healing powers of art creation. By interacting with art we learn about yourselves. I love immersive art experiences and public art exhibits. Art should be a part of everyday life and not a privilege. I aim to bring art to public spaces to share my perspective and to connect with others."

Gabriella Silvagnoli is a Puerto Rican-born people person with a love for video creation, art, and visuals. She studied at Boston University and graduated with a bachelor’s in Film and Television and a minor in Art History.
Gabriella’s passion for art and design led her to the New York and London art world scenes, where she has worked as an art advisor, video producer, and art curator. She has helped curate the artwork for countless residential and hospitality spaces worldwide. Gabriella now works as a digital art curator at Loupe Art, an art streaming platform focused on bringing art onscreen and transforming spaces, one screen at a time.

In this episode, we sit down with Rachel Landon, clinical naturopath, herbalist, and co-founder of Wilder Botanics, a practice rooted in centuries-old herbal traditions and adapted for modern natural living.Rachel shares her journey into naturopathic philosophy, exploring the power of herbs, the wisdom of ancient healing systems, and how these timeless practices can support wellbeing today. We discuss how she integrates traditional botanical knowledge with contemporary methods, from a desire to make herbal healing both accessible and deeply personal.