In this episode, we catch up on current affairs including the Epstein files and lack of justice, subtle red pilling of UK manosphere influencers, and how the global elites control our perception of beauty standards.

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Ibilola is a civil and structural Engineer with a Ph.D. in Computer Aided Design and Draughting (CADD), with over 33 years running a consulting company that serves the Energy, Power, Infrastructure, Mining, Manufacturing, Oil, Gas & Renewable industries.

She is the lead Principal Consultant at Lonadek Global Services, a women-owned ISO 9001:2015 Engineering Technology, Asset Performance and Information Optimization., and has served for two terms (6 years) on the Energy Institute UK Council and on the panel of judges of the Royal Academy of Engineering (UK) Africa Prize. 

She is a co-founder of the Women in Energy Network (WIEN) and a committee Chair of Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Young Professionals Career Development Committee. I sit on the Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN) Board also.

In this episode, we talk about the barriers that women and girls have when it comes to STEM, from early ages to breaking glass ceilings later in life, as well as what can and is currently being done to change the landscape of women in STEM!

We hope you enjoy the episode!

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In this episode we cover:

• Introduction to AI Misogyny and Inclusion
• Patricia's Journey in Tech and Ethics
• Understanding AI and Its Impact
• The Weaponization of AI Against Women
• Mental vs. Physical Harm: The Overlooked Impact
• The Escalation of Misogyny: Online and Offline
• Regulation vs. Innovation: The AI Dilemma
• Empowering Users: Critical Thinking and Ethical AI Usage
• Community Engagement: Advocating for Change

You can connect with Patricia via LinkedIn:  Patricia Gestoso-Souto ◆ Inclusive AI Innovation

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In this episode, we chat with Dr Ellie Kane, a personal friend of the podcast, end of life care cancer doctor, and trans woman.

The recent supreme court ruling and media demonisation of trans women has left a dark shadow for many in the trans community and beyond. Changing these women's lives over night, as well as the lives of all women and the fight for safety we continue to push for.

This episode is an emotional listen at times, but we hope it gives you all insight into trans women's perspective, and insight into how YOU can step up, be an ally to those who need it, and support where support is needed.

References from Ellie:

https://docs.google.com/document/u/1/d/1hHMpvJ9ebOly8HqBR0lI1pRN77GGVBuPtJdXuTrD1Lk/mobilebasic

We hope you learn something new to take away in today's listen.

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In this episode we discuss Blue Orgin’s ‘Take Up Space’, first all female space trip.

We also catch up on other women’s pop culture news, Jojo Siwa facing homophobia and misogyny in the Big Brother house, and more!

Let us know what you think below,  was Blue Origin’s space trip a step forward for feminism, or a billionaire PR stunt?

Enjoy!

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In this episode, we have a good old chin wag and chat about Lauren's evening at The Guilt Feminist book tour, plus meeting Deborah Frances White!

We catch up about topical news, the 'left vs right' debate, being a 'perfect feminist', social media, and the importance of community.

Enjoy!

Charl & Lauren

In this episode, we chat to the fab Seb Randle, about how we can start to get men involved in gender debate, and why these conversations impact men too.

We cover:

- The Importance of Listening and Understanding Women's Experiences

- Engaging Men in Conversations About Gender Equality

- Navigating Privilege and Emotional Intelligence

- The Role of Masculinity in Modern Society

- Creating Safe Spaces for Vulnerability

- The Intersection of Gender Equality and Mental Health

- Societal Growth and Changing Norms

- The Need for a New Movement

- Redefining Leadership and Success

- Countering Toxic Masculinity

- Engaging Young Men in Conversations

- The Role of Allies in Change

- Education and Early Intervention

If you want to reach out to Seb, you can contact him at:

Instagram: @thehelpfulspace

LinkedIn: Seb Randle

Enjoy the episode!

Charl & Lauren x

In this episode, we talk all things international women's day; Apple & Google removing the day from digital calendars, the latest research around gender equality, and we ask has equality really come so far that IWD isn't needed anymore?

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In this episode, we chat to the incredible Amii.

Amii is a consultant and leadership coach working with forward-thinking companies and ambitious individuals to develop and deliver programmes and opportunities which support and empower women to thrive.

Amii is a big fan of a wiggly career path and, over the last 20-years, has worked part-time, full-time, been unemployed, been a mature student, and run her own businesses.

Personal finance is a topic that Amii is hugely passionate about, not just for herself, but when it comes to supporting the women she coaches.

We know you're all going to take something from this great episode!

You can contact Amii via the instagram handles below:

@redrose.coaching

Further resources:

@femaleinvest

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In this episode, we have the pleasure of being joined by Shannon Beer. Shannon is a Body Image and Self Compassion Coach. Historically, as all 3 of us see in our work, as women can are often more likely to fall into cycles of self criticism and body control, starting as early as childhood in messaging that often reduces female bodies to how they look, and staying small.

In this episode we talk about:

- Challenges in Practicing Self Compassion

- The Role of Social Context in Self Compassion

- Learning Self Compassion: Is it Possible?

- Curiosity and Self Reflection in Compassion

- Compassion vs Kindness

- Distress Tolerance

- Gender Differences in Self Compassion

- Compassion in a Divided World

- Balancing Self Care and Compassion for Others

- Practical Steps to Cultivate Self Compassion

- Building Self Awareness and Curiosity

We hope you learn something new in this episode! Let us know what you'll be doing to 'Woman Up' this week, and if you know a friend who would enjoy the pod, share it on! 

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