Bold conversations with women leaders & allies. Real stories, leadership insights, and the “undiscussables” shaping how we work today. Each season of the She Leads Collective Podcast features three powerful themes: Real Models – conversations with inspiring women leaders and business owners who share the truth behind their success—the bias they’ve faced, the doubts they’ve overcome, and the wisdom they’ve gained. Allies – honest insights from men and women who are actively championing gender ...
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Episode 18 - Baby Loss and Belonging - Compassion in Action at Work with Shelley Kay
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40:12Send us a text What happens when the loss that shapes your life is the one the world rarely talks about? In this deeply human conversation released to mark Baby Loss Awareness Week (9–15 October, UK), Shelley Kay—Talent & Development Business Partner and co-lead of the Gender Perspectives Network at the Adecco Group—shares her personal experience o…
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Episode 17 - Beyond the Man Box - How Men Become True Allies with Robert Baker
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46:48Send us a text What does it take to turn good intentions into real change? In this conversation, Robert Baker—founder of Potentia Talent Consulting, board member at European Women on Boards, UN Women UK, and Women in Quantum Development, and former co-president of PWN Global—shares how to engage men as allies and build inclusive, gender-balanced cu…
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Episode 16 - Stand Up to Stand Out: Funny Women Awards Founder, Lynne Parker
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49:31Send us a text What happens when someone tells you “women aren’t funny”? If you’re Lynne Parker BCAa, you build a movement. In this episode, Lynne — Founder & CEO of Funny Women CIC and host of How to Have Fun at Work podcast— shares the origin story of Funny Women, the growth of the Funny Women Awards (from 70 entrants to 2,000+ across performance…
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Episode 15 - From Shadows to Spotlight: How women can shine in a noisy world with Nishma Patel Robb
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54:50Send us a text What if the most powerful intelligence today isn’t artificial — but authentic? In this episode of the She Leads Collective Podcast, I’m joined by the incredible Nishma Patel Robb — Ex Google Brand Chief, past President of WACL (Women in Advertising and Communications Leadership), and now Founder of Glittersphere, a movement that’s pa…
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Episode 14 - Beyond Strong and Sensitive: Rethinking Gender and Vulnerability with Zeenat Ahmed-Peto
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38:55Send us a text Trigger warning: This episode includes discussion of male suicide and mental health. Why is it that men are told to be “strong” while women are labelled “too sensitive”? And what happens when those same societal rules leave both men and women struggling in silence? In this powerful episode, released on World Suicide Prevention Day, I…
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Episode 13 - Emotions at Work: Reclaiming What We've Been Told to Hide with Steph Tranter
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51:21Send us a text What if the very thing we’ve been told to leave at the door—our emotions—is actually the most powerful leadership tool we have? In this episode of the She Leads Collective Podcast, I’m joined by executive coach, facilitator, and author Steph Tranter. Together, we explore why emotions are still treated as “undiscussable” in many organ…
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Episode 12 - Rising Fast and Staying Grounded with India Hatfield
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42:29Send us a text What does it take to lead with impact in your twenties without burning out? In this episode, I speak with India Hatfield, Senior Manager in AI Product Innovation at Capgemini Invent. India shares her journey from GSK’s Future Leaders programme to senior leadership in tech—all before turning 30. We explore how ambition evolves, how to…
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Episode 11 - How to Be a Whole Leader in a Divided World with Dr Louise Austin
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42:53Send us a text What kind of leadership does the world need now? In this deep and wide-ranging conversation, Dr Louise Austin—psychologist, senior lecturer, arts-based researcher, and integrative psychotherapist—joins me to explore what it truly means to be a whole leader in today’s complex, divided world. We delve into topics rarely discussed in or…
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Episode 10 - She Can Prosper CIC – Redefining Financial Power for Women
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42:49Send us a text What if true leadership meant leading your finances—not just your team? In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by Diane Watson—award-winning financial advisor, entrepreneur, and author of She Can Prosper. Diane shares her mission to empower women at every life stage to take control of their financial future. From navigating money …
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Episode 9 - From Adversity to Advocacy : Leading the Free-From Revolution
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54:39Send us a text What if the thing that once threatened your life became the foundation of your purpose? Diagnosed with severe anaphylaxis at age two, Julianne Ponan MBE has spent her life navigating a world that isn’t built for people with allergies—and doing something extraordinary about it. As the founder and CEO of Creative Nature, Julianne built…
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Episode 8 - Lilith: Reclaiming the Lost Voices of Women
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54:43Send us a text What if the original “fallen woman” wasn’t sinful—but simply refused to submit? In this powerful and provocative episode, I’m joined by historical and mythological fiction author Nikki Marmery to explore the story behind Lilith—the first woman before Eve, banished from the Garden of Eden for daring to stand up to Adam and God. Togeth…
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Episode 7 - Running for Her Life: Mr and Mrs Ovary on a Mission to Raise Awareness
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36:21Send us a text Ovarian cancer is often called a “silent killer”—and like many women’s health issues, it doesn’t get talked about enough. The symptoms are easily missed, the diagnosis often comes too late, and the impact can be devastating. In this deeply moving and inspiring episode, I’m joined by Craig McMurrough and Sarah Fritchley—also known as …
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Episode 6 - Beyond AI: The Skills That Still Matter – with Celine Floyd, Chief Skills Officer at Cappfinity
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44:04Send us a text What if the future of work lies not just in the tech we adopt—but in the human qualities we choose to preserve? In this episode of the She Leads Collective Podcast, I’m joined by Celine Floyd—Chief Skills Officer at Cappfinity, Chartered Occupational Psychologist, and board-level leader shaping how organisations think about talent, c…
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Episode 5 - Fearless Journalism, Real Reform : Award Winning Journalist Liz Perkins
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37:58Send us a text What happens when a journalist refuses to stay silent and holds power to account? Award winning journalist Liz Perkins has become an expert in speaking truth to power. In this episode of the She Leads Collective Podcast, Liz shares the remarkable stories behind her fearless reporting—from exposing misogyny in Welsh rugby to influenci…
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Episode 4: Revolting Women: Why Brilliant Midlife Women Are Walking Out
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45:09Send us a text What happens when women in midlife decide they’ve had enough—not of work, but of being overlooked? Today’s guest, Dr. Lucy Ryan, has spent the last five years exploring exactly that. An executive coach, academic, and bestselling author of Revolting Women: Why Midlife Women Walk Out (and What to Do About It), Lucy reveals the systemic…
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Episode 3 - Authenticity in Action, Leading the Ange Bishop Way
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53:37Send us a text What does it really take to thrive as a woman CEO in the male-dominated world of tech? In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Angela Bishop—CEO of Zühlke UK, global adventurer, mother of two, and passionate advocate for inclusive leadership. With over two decades in technology consulting, Ange has built a career at the intersec…
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Episode 2 - Finding Voice, My Leadership Story
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13:24Send us a text Before I ask others to share their truth, it felt only fair to share mine. In this episode, I open up about the real journey behind my work—what shaped me as a leader, the moments that tested me, and how I came to lead with deeper purpose and clarity. You’ll hear stories of challenge, change, and quiet breakthroughs—from child psychi…
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Episode 1 - Welcome to the She Leads Collective Podcast
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14:20Send us a text Why do so many brilliant women still question their confidence? Why do some of the biggest challenges leaders face never make it into the boardroom conversation? In this first episode, I introduce the why behind the She Leads Collective Podcast—and the stories we need to hear if we want to lead with more courage, clarity, and humanit…
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Welcome to the She Leads Collective Podcast – launching 25th June!
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2:40Send us a text Welcome to the She Leads Collective Podcast – launching 25th June! I’m Mary Gregory, and in this short trailer, I’ll give you a taste of what this podcast is all about. Each week, I’ll be in conversation with women leaders, business owners, and the allies who support them—sharing honest stories, hard-earned lessons, and the kinds of …
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