Badass Womens Hour

Have you heard of Mercury 13? The all female team of astronauts who never actually made it into space?First up the badass Ladies Harriet and Emma are joined this week by by Anjula Mutanda author and psychologist who's is sitting in for Natalie! they are making the most of having her in the studio and are breaking down some of the most recent couplings in the Love Island Villa! they're taking Yewande and Danny's relationship, their "attachment types" and why they might not be the best for each other?!The Ladies are joined by Wally Funk the ultimate badass role model for women in space! It has been 50 years since the infamous Apollo 11 left for space in 1969, but what about the lesser known Mercury 13? Wally Funk was one of the 13 women who passed all the same test as the men of Apollo 11 but their mission into the solar system never actually took place. Wally shares her infatuation for aviation and says she had her first flying lesson at just age 9!Wally is joined by science writer Sue Nelson who has

"I can't get over the fact that MY music helps others!" Marie White has gone from learning to write songs whilst recovering from a broken knee to Glastonbury!!Our Badass Ladies Harriet, Emma and guest host Amanda Prowse are joined Winner of Glastonbury’s Emerging Talent Competition 2019 Marie White.Marie will be performing across 4 stages over the festival and is sharing her thoughts, feelings and nerves with the ladies ahead of her Glasto debut. Marie admits she started making music as a way to channel her energy and focus her attention after a knee operation left her unable to play sports, as a teenager she thought she would end up in an athletic career, now, she's amazed that her words and songs are moving people to tears!She says that her music is so personal and compares it to letting people read through her diary, although, she struggles to listen to her own music and even admits to getting a "bit sweaty" in the studio as Harriet and Emma play Marie's new track "I Want You To Know" the song is

How much do you know about the “new kids on the block in politics”? Forget Brexit party it’s The Women’s Equality Party!Harriet, Emma and Amanda Prowse are joined by Mandu Reid leader of the The Women’s Equality Party talk about being a black woman in politics and standing up to represent people who don't see themselves in UK politics currently.Coming from parents who lived with apartheid, Mandu shares with the Badass women her journey of getting into politics and the life changing event that caused her to join the Women's Equality Party, who, in the past few years have grown in support and managed to have an influence on the country with a "shoestring" budget and a small amount of airtime and media coverage.She talks leading the way for the other major parties on various issues Mandu and her team have brought to light and seen policies start to change. Despite the name, Mandu is keen to have full representation in the party and recognises that Women’s Equality Party needs to embrace and fairly represent as m

“Feeling a responsibility Representing a community that have never seen themselves on stage” what's the experience of creating theatre for minority groups?Tuyet Van Huynh and Tuyen Do the writer and producer of the first piece of Vietnamese theatre to be staged in the UK are joining Harriet, Emma and author Amanda Prowse to share the experience of realising Tuyen's story in theatre.Summer Rolls follows main character "Mai" over 20 years, the audience sees as she uses photography as a tool to portray her feelings of being a child of "dual identity as a second generation immigrant".Tuyen Do talks about finding the confidence to share this story, to write from her lived experience and find her own voice within theatre. She explains that whilst writing the play she felt a "responsibility in representing a community that have never seen themselves on stage”.Tuyet Van Huynh the producer, tells the badass ladies that she was striving to create roles within the crew for minority groups, representing women of c

How often do you go makeup-less to work, and would you ever expect a complaint for not wearing a full face?!Harriet, Emma and author Amanda Prowse are joined by BBC Gender & Identity Correspondent Megha Mohan who this week did one of her news broadcasts bare-faced, she was so shocked by the response she had from the public about her fresh faced appearance, one person even saying she looked ill!Even in 2019 Are we still judging women on their appearance more than the message they are trying to get across, the Badass ladies are discussing!“I did want to just be somewhere where I didn’t have to worry about someone else’s reaction or assessment of where I was at with my grief”Author and journalist Poorna Bell is sharing the story behind the creation of new her book "In Search of Silence" . Reflecting on life after a horrific day four years ago when her husband took his own life, and the journey this has taken her on as she tries to navigate what the world is expecting of her now everything has changed, a

Being sent silk pants and asked to rub her thighs isn’t quite the type of groupie attention comedian London Hughes was hoping for when she started stand up…..Natalie and Harriet are away this week so Emma is joined by Angie Greaves and Amanda Prowse.London Hughes joins the ladies in the studio to talk about her new Edinburgh Fringe show “How to Catch a Dick”. London shares her hilarious frustrations with being single, and waiting on her groupies to show up for her!Also joining the ladies is Dr Shahzadi Harper who runs The Harper Clinic a Menopause clinic.Shahzadi shares the truth about reaching the menopause and all of the effect’s it will have on a woman’s bodies, or as Angie calls it “puberty part two”.Shahzadi has conducted a large amount of research on women entering the menopause, and her knowledge brings an element of comfort to Angie and Amanda to know they’re not the only one’s suffering with particular symptoms.Shahzadi also breaks down some of the fears and myths around HRT (hormone replacement trea

"My dad broke my heart before anyone else ever did.”Natalie and Harriet are away this week so Emma is joined by Angie Greaves and Amanda Prowse, the ladies discuss whether they’re Extravert or Introvert, all of the qualities that define to two and everything in-between they are joined by author Jessica Pan who is sharing the story behind her book “Sorry I’m Late I Didn’t Want to Come.”A Self-proclaimed “Sh-introvert” (shy Introvert) Jessica spent 12 months forcing herself to be an extrovert. The book documents what she learnt . from saying yes to things that would terrify most introverts, from stand up comedy, public speaking and talking to strangers on the tube."My dad broke my heart before anyone else ever did.”Singer-songwriter Grace Carter also joins the ladies in the studio, she shares her emotional story of how she started making music and the power of being vulnerable. "My dad broke my heart before anyone else ever did,” Grace explains that she was given a guitar by her step Dad and began lea

"Your whole world opens up, all of a sudden and it’s like a miracle.”The Badass Ladies our joined by TV presenter Hayley Sparkes who is sharing her journey dealing with Auto - immune disease, Ulcerative colitis, since the age of 7.She talks about the anxiety she dealt with as a teen and the affect it had on so many aspects of her life before she had surgery aged 14. Now having had lived with a colostomy bag and further surgery Hayley says this changed her life and even as a teenager gave her a new lease of life an appreciation for the little things.Harriet is amazed by her openness on such a sensitive topic but Hayley says that she is so willing to kick the embarrassment around Ulcerative colitis and make people suffering with it more positive.And actress Louise Jameson  talks to Harriet, Emma and Natalie about the new play she is starring in currently, Vincent River. The show is about hate crime which is just as much of an issue in todays culture as it was 20 years ago when the script was writ

“The only thing I knew how to ground myself with was music.”After Fridays news of Theresa May’s departure from Number 10 in June, Harriet, Emma and Natalie discuss the legacy that she leaves behind, and how they feel about the treatment she received and the state of Brexit as we move into a new chapter.Talia Dean, former X factor contestant joins the ladies in the studio and shares her struggle with postnatal depression whilst she was on the show.Talia talks about the pressure of being a new mum and hearing everyone else's opinion on how she should raise her child and how it took its toll on her mental health. After giving birth to her son, Talia says she was shocked by The change that happened and the emotion that came with it.She was searching for normality in a time of confusion and change at home, this is what lead her to auditioning for the show and her X factor journey as she knew she took such comfort in performing, Talia says this is when she feels most comfortable, despite dealing with dark times aft

“For anyone who is black and trying to cope with life in this country, It’s incredibly tiring!”Derek A Bardowell joins Harriet, Natalie and Emma in the studio to talk about his new book No Win Race.Derek places a spotlight on racism in British sport, looking at why we are seeing a lot of black players but very few in higher and managerial positions. He shares his experience of being a black person growing up in modern Britain, and how looking through the lens of sport in this country we can see the bigger picture of the racism that is still a pervading issue. Derek tells the Ladies that we need to be recognising the "dual identity" of England and that this is how it achieves it's success’s not just in football but in all aspects of power in this country.They also discuss how do we change boardrooms and other rooms of power to be more diverse, rather than having decisions made by people who are not living and have never experienced the issues that need addressing. “We need someone who lives and bre

In 2019 why are men making life chaining decisions impacting women and their bodies? whilst at the same time our "feminine hygiene" is putting a near 42 billion into the economy! How can we re-claim our rights and financial power?This week Harriet Emma and Natalie discuss the dark side of the recent Alabama abortion bill. And talk about what should men be doing in response. The ladies also talk about the current unbelievable abortion laws in Northern Ireland and how we need grow the conversation around this topic and ways to our show support.For more information and support around abortion click here.Why aren’t woman confident in investing their money?From the things we are sold in society to a lack of support behind female entrepreneurs, Tamara Gillan explains why women are less likely to chat about cash and invest their money in the right places. Tamara is the founder of The WealthiHer Network, she joins the badass ladies in the studio and shares her own failures with money in the past

Are humans really meant to be monogamous, and what can sex robots do for relationships?Natalie Lue relationship expert discuss' with Harriet Emma and Nat what defines cheating and where is the line between that and monogamy she also shares the benefits of an open relationship what conversations should we be having in our own relationships.  And professional poker player Liv Boeree shares how she has learnt the tactics to be become one of the best poker players in the country, and how she won 1.25 Million in on of her most lucrative weeks.Liv says that poker has taught her a lot about emotions and some unexpected life lessons.For information on all your hosts you can click on their names:Harriet MinterNatalie CampbellEmma Sexton If you want to get in touch you can find us on all the socials under this name: @badasswomenshrAnd for more about the podcast head here: https://www.badasswomenshour.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How would you feel if your partner came home with flowers or tickets to the theatre?Emma and Natalie are on holiday this week so Harriet is joined by Jenni Trent Hughes and Carrie Grant.Natalie Collins shares her heartbreaking story of being broken by domestic violence and her incredible journey of recovery.She explains how something as simple as flowers or tickets to the theatre, for some women are small signs of manipulation and abuse.On average women are abused 35 times before they actually report it, and do so 5 times before they receive the help they need, Natalie explains why services are stretched so thin and what can be done to change the conversation around domestic abuse.She now works with victims and abusers making changes and challenging views which we revive from society in the media, porn and politics about how women behave and how they should be treated, as well as talking about the real reason we have a victim culture.Harriet, Jenni and Carrie discuss with Natalie how to define domestic abuse

“I spent most of my childhood trying to be invisible”Emma and Natalie are on holiday this week so Harriet is joined by Jenni Trent Hughes and Carrie Grant.Joining them in the studio the President of Tech UK Jacqueline de Rojas, she breaks down the figures behind the lack of women in the tech industry, she explains why more women need to be involved in the industry. And tells her own journey of climbing the ladder and reaching the top of tech, she says: “The only way to survive in this role is to ask questions”.Jacqueline also shares her incredibly moving and brave story of her violent childhood, rising from adversity and still striving to be where she is today.Also in the studio is Beth French marathon swimmer. Beth tells Harriet, Jenni and Carrie how she has been dealing with ME through childhood and teenage years and becoming a single mum. Whilst juggling all of this Beth decided to take on Ocean 7, a series of swims across 7 global Channels designed to challenge a swimmer pushing them to the

"People just don't know what to say", why creating conversation around still birth will help women all over the country.On this instalment of Badass Woman's Hour extra bits, Harriet, Emma and Nat are joined by the duo behind Luna Moon Productions, Edward Japp and Antonia Desplat, as they talk about their new film Held for a Moment "following the heartbreaking journey of a young woman after a stillbirth.".They talk how thier personal and family experiences of still births and fertility issues inspired them to make a film around the topic. The pair discuss how they aim to create more conversation, to educate people about still birth and how to comfort people in our own lives that that have to deal with heartbreak like this.If you would like some help and advice around still birth go to the Sands website.For information on all your hosts you can click on their names:Harriet MinterNatalie CampbellEmma Sexton If you want to get in touch you can find us on all the socials under this name: @badasswomenshrAnd fo

What can the tudors teach us about race and gender diversity? You’d be surprised!Stephanie Levi-John joins the badass ladies in the studio this week to chat about her role in the new Amazon Prime series “The Spanish Princess”. The show shines a light on the story of Catherine of Aragon, a Spanish princess promised to the English throne since birth.She talks how she researched for the role and delved into the Tudor history, and found ways of mixing this with todays society and her own personality.Stephanie explains how “The Spanish Princess” is showcasing female character's strength and diversity, despite this being a story involving King Heny VIII, not known fondly for his actions toward women!She also discuss' all of her side hustles, as well as acting Stephanie is a reiki practitioner and is lending her hand to writing as she plans a one woman show.For information on all your hosts you can click on their names:Harriet MinterNatalie CampbellEmma Sexton If you want to get in touch you can find

Are you comfortable enough with your squidgy bits and saggy bits to bare all on the beach? or does the thought of it make you cringe?Natasha Devon MBE, host of Channel 4’s new show The Naked Beach talks body positivity, the version of naked we've become used to seeing in the media, how this is damaging and helping people to get over their fear of the naked body.For information on all your hosts you can click on their names:Harriet MinterNatalie CampbellEmma Sexton If you want to get in touch you can find us on all the socials under this name: @badasswomenshrAnd for more about the podcast head here: https://www.badasswomenshour.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week the badass ladies discuss some of the weeks most eye catching news stories and how bad is a G&T on the train the after all ? Jo and Sophie founders of, La Norme Beauty  explain how, there is no such thing as "normal" and how they are pushing the boundaries of the beauty industry. And Shivonne Graham joins Harriet, Nat and Emma in the studio to talk about a boot sale in the name of women for women international helping women who have been victim of war, conflict, and violent situations in their country, and bringing together the sisterhood! She inspires me Car Boot.For information on all your hosts you can click on their names:Harriet MinterNatalie CampbellEmma Sexton If you want to get in touch you can find us on all the socials under this name: @badasswomenshrAnd for more about the podcast head here: https://www.badasswomenshour.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For this months Badass Bookclub June Sarpong author of Diversify, Six Degrees of Integration joins Harriett to talk; racism, sexism, agism and what “ism” you might have an unconscious bias toward, what it means to be other and why diversity works for everyone.June explains how she had to face up to her own unconscious bias, and how this kick started started her journey of writing the book.For information on all your hosts you can click on their names:Harriet MinterNatalie CampbellEmma Sexton If you want to get in touch you can find us on all the socials under this name: @badasswomenshrAnd for more about the podcast head here: https://www.badasswomenshour.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Forward thinking entrepreneur Angelica Malin tells the badass ladies how she took the leap straight from university to setting up a business. Malin started About Time website and magazine, and shares her tips for navigating the often intimidating world of self-employment.After recently getting into fly fishing, Claire talks about how she found the sport, how she’s now helping other women give it ago too, and whats its taught her might just surprise you!Siobhan McSweeney from hit TV show Derry Girls joins the ladies in the studio and talks how the show has given her a platform to continue campaigning political issues and Harriet shares how she has related to the show, in her own way.For information on all your hosts you can click on their names:Harriet MinterNatalie CampbellEmma Sexton If you want to get in touch you can find us on all the socials under this name: @badasswomenshrAnd for more about the podcast head here: https://www.badasswomenshour.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-