We Are Power Podcast
The We Are Power podcast is the podcast for your career and your life. A weekly podcast with listeners in over 60 countries worldwide where you'll hear personal life stories, top-notch industry advice, and key leadership insight from amazing role models. The podcast not only aids your personal and professional development but also delves deep into conversations around Gender Equality and Social Mobility. Each week the We Are Power Podcast will bring you a new interview from a leader within the 100,000-strong We Are Power community, hosted by Simone Roche MBE.
Episodes
288 episodes
Empowering Women and Transforming Leadership with Stevie Mclaren
This week we are joined by Stevie Mclaren, Employability Partner at Newcastle Building Society and chair of the Women in Leadership Network. Stevie shares how her career was shaped by powerful female role models and a drive to upli...
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17:25
Claire O'Connor's Journey of Resilience and Dance Innovation
Join us as we sit down with Claire O'Connor, founder of Baby Ballet, who has revolutionised how children experience dance.Growing up around ballet, Claire often felt she didn’t measure up to the high standards around her. But her journe...
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23:13
Empowering Creativity and Careers with Jade Parkinson-Hill
Join us as we chat with Jade Parkinson-Hill, Canva's Education and Community Manager, about her incredible career journey and how she found her way into the world of Canva.Jade talks about how Canva’s innovative features, like AI tools a...
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21:02
Resilience and Representation in Women's Sports with Jamie Mittelman
What drives an Olympic Story Teller to become an advocate for gender equality in sports? Meet Jamie Mittelman, the driving force behind Flamebearers, who’s on a mission to spotlight Olympians and Paralympians from all corners of t...
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23:55
Empowerment Through Pageantry and Entrepreneurship with Jessica Page
Jessica Page's journey from beauty queen to entrepreneur will give you a never seen before insight into the world of pageantry! 👑💪Instead of letting obstacles slow her down, she turned them into stepping stones on her way to becoming Mis...
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30:46
Mindset, Mentorship and Unlocking Bravery with Sophie Storm Roberts
"A ship is safe in the harbour, but that's not what ships are made for." Meet Sophie Storm Roberts, an extraordinary adventurer who shares her story on how a powerful mindset, mental resilience, and psychological tools helped her overcome both ...
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27:14
Transforming Healthcare Through Inclusive Innovation with Joanne Henry
This week, we're joined by Joanne Henry from NIHR, winners of the 2024 Northern Power Women Inclusive Innovation Award.Joanne shares how winning boosted their mission to transform healthcare and ensure fair access to health research for ...
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Season 17
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Episode 28
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16:43
Creating Confident Role Models in STEM with Alex Knight
This week we are joined by Alex Knight, founder and CEO of STEMazing, about her mission to empower women in STEM and inspire the next generation. Alex dives into the power of mentoring, smashing gender stereotypes, and why everyone...
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Season 17
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Episode 26
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22:02
Squiggly Paths and Happy Accidents with Iwona Szmidt and Michael Howard
Unlock the secrets of successful leadership and career growth with Iwona Szmidt and Michael Howard from Bank of America. Discover how resilience and transferable skills can transform your professional journey.Tune in to hear...
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Season 17
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Episode 25
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27:43
Empowering Entrepreneurs through Mentorship and Community with Julie Baker
This week, we sit down with Julie Baker, Head of Strategic Partnerships at NatWest Group. Julie shares her inspiring 42-year journey from aspiring PE teacher to a leading role at NatWest, and her dedication to empowering women in b...
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Season 17
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Episode 24
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20:25
Making Small Changes with Big Impact with Alison Dunn
Ever wondered how a four-day workweek could revolutionise your workplace? This week, we’re joined by Alison Dunn, our 2024 Levelling Up Leader and CEO of Citizens Advice Gateshead, who’s done just that. She takes us thr...
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Season 17
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Episode 23
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23:52
Embracing Authenticity in Business Hayley Roberts
Join us this week as we chat with Hayley Roberts, CEO of Distology and our 2024 Outstanding Entrepreneur Winner! Hayley shares the emotional story behind winning the award and what it means to her. Discover the importa...
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Season 17
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Episode 22
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20:55
Inspiring Change Through Action with Jayne Little
Join us as we sit down with Jayne Little, the founder and CEO of Skills4, and our 2024 Agent of Change!Jayne opens up about her incredible journey from leaving school with limited qualifications to overcoming personal losses and setting...
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Season 17
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Episode 21
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21:56
Balancing Purpose and Profit with Gill Hunter
Ever wondered what it takes to balance purpose and profit? Gill Hunter takes us behind the scenes of Square One Law's two-year journey to achieve B Corp certification.She shares candid insights into building an inclusive workplace, ...
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Season 17
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Episode 20
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23:05
Changing Lives through Mentoring with Chloe Fletcher
This week on the We Are Power podcast, we chat with Chloe Fletcher, co-founder of the Job Share Revolution and 2024 Northern Power Women Awards' Mentor of the Year commended winner.Chloe shares how her award nomination came at a pivotal ...
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Season 17
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Episode 19
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19:56
Putting Women at the Wheel of a Male-Dominated Industry with Nicola Johnson
Join us as we chat with Nicola Johnson, Director of the HR Centre of Excellence at Bentley , as she opens up about balancing a high-powered career and being a mum.From her return to work after maternity leave to the thrill of driving a ...
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Season 17
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Episode 18
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19:19
AI, Gender Roles, and the Future of Equality with Eleonore Fournier-Tombs
Get ready for a captivating episode with Eleonore Fournier-Tombs, the brilliant mind behind 'Gender Reboot: Reprogramming Gender Rights in the Age of AI'.Eleonore shares her path from a shy teenager in Model UN to a trailblazing data sc...
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Season 17
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Episode 19
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26:24
Listening to Understand with Simon Calderbank
This week we are joined by Simon Calderbank, Positive Leadership Mindset Coach and 2024 Northern Power Women Awards Advocacy Lister.Listen as Simon shares how a cancer scare led to him finding a passion-driven career.Learn about ...
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Season 17
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Episode 17
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23:18
Influencing, Nudging and Advocating with Angela Owen OBE
Meet Angela Owen OBE, the founder of Women in Defence UK and a 2024 Northern Power Women Awards finalist!Discover how Angela transitioned from a military career to founding an organisation advocating for gender equality in the defence s...
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Season 17
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Episode 16
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18:40
Being Scared and Doing it Anyway with Dr Beth Barnes
2024 Northern Power Women Awards Future Lister, Dr Beth Barnes shares her journey into the world of engineering.From her accidental discovery of civil engineering to her dedication to building inclusive spaces, Dr. Barnes provides valua...
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Season 17
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Episode 15
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19:03
Advocacy, Empowerment and Self-Reflection with Seb Randle
Join us as Seb Randle, Founder of The Helpful Space and a UN Women UK Delegate, shares his journey from a 20-year career in media to a fulfilling role in coaching and advocacy.Discover how a pivotal moment just before the pandemic inspi...
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Season 17
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Episode 14
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22:42
From Setback to Success: Mastering Resilience and Bouncing Back
Discover the true meaning of resilience as we bring you an insightful episode of the Northern Power Women podcast, live from EY HQ in Manchester. Our panelists Lauren, Rebecca, and Kerry share their unique stories and wisdom about ...
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Season 17
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Episode 13
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30:51
The Light at the End of the Tunnel with Paul Sesay
Paul Sesay, the driving force behind Inclusive Companies Limited, joins us to share his awe-inspiring story of resilience.Paul shares how his early years forged a path of activism which led to his recognition as a 2024 Northern Power Wo...
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Season 17
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Episode 12
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21:47
Reimagining Education and Empowering Young Voices with Olivia Clarke
Meet Olivia Clarke, a leading advocate for educational reform from our 2024 Future List.Hear Olivia’s story as the first in her family to graduate from university and her eye-opening experience stepping into the shoes of the mayor.
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Season 17
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Episode 11
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20:50
Shaping the Future of Film with Rizwan Wadan and Nina Karwalska
Step into the heart of cinematic innovation with our latest episode featuring not one, but two incredible guests: Rizwan Wadan and Nina Karwalska.Together, they're leading the charge for diversity and inclusion in film.Join us a...
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Season 17
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Episode 10
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23:00