Badass Womens Hour

Is there a perfect age to have a child, and are we leaving it too late? Our Badass Women talk to Tessa Dunlop about whether women should be having children sooner and she shares her own story with conception, pregnancy and motherhood. Harriet, Natalie and Emma, also talk through stories in the news this week, that have caused them to raise an eyebrow, discussing the controversial topic of Breast Ironing and the future of Facebook Messenger and Whatsapp.And the producer of hit film Slumdog Millionaire, Tabrez Noorani joins the ladies in the studio to discuss directing new release “Love Sonia”, based in India the film explors the dark world of sex trafficking. Tabrez talks about how the research for this film became all encompassing and lead him to learn the dark truths of this rarely explored subject.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this weeks Badass Extra Bits Harriet, Emma and Nat, take a closer look at the week's news stories that have caught their attention, they’re discussing; the new laws on Upskirting, Ultra runner Jasmine Paris and Female Cyber Spy’s.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.

We're debating the all of the hype and expressing opinions around the viral Gillette advert. Does it undermine or patronise Men? frame them negatively? or is it a brilliant way of highlighting modern masculinity?Harriet, Emma and Natalie, talk to Ben Bidwell, AKA The Naked Professor and broadcaster Andy West about their views on the brands new marketing move, and whether it's possible for a large commercial company to authentically create positive conversation?How would you react to the diagnosis of autism within your family? Actress Kacey Ainsworth joins the badass ladies in the studio as she talks about the miseducation around autism, life raising children who are autistic, and why you shouldn't fear the diagnosis.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 ac

This week Harriet takes a well deserved break and Anna Williamson is our guest host joined by Emma and Natalie as they talk New Year wellness habits.The Badass Women talk to the creator of Yoga Blitz; Casey Batchelor who explains how she used her previous yoga training to get herself back into regular exercise after giving birth, which lead her to creating her own successful workout programme.January is the month of fresh starts and resolutions, and each year the prospect of 'Dry Jan' appears. Anna, Emma and Nat discuss their view on Dry Jan and their own relationship with alcohol with writer of the blog Girl and Tonic, Laurie McAllister. Laurie talks going sober at the age of 27 and how she came to this decision.Radio Presenter Beverley Turner shares her own experience of being a female broadcaster on a national speech radio station and how she felt she was represented. She talks with our Badass Women about the exposure of women in radio.For information on all your hosts you can click on their namesAnna Will

Get a new career this week on Badass Women's Hour as 'The Radical Sabbatical' author Emma Rosen reveals her secret to finding the proverbial Job Frog that will turn into your Job Prince.Harriet Minter gets all out of sorts when her guest suggests we need more will power when it comes to healthy eating. Hear from nutritionist Monica Price and "The Fat Funny One" Jessica Jones as they debate the need for a New Year "diet". Southall Black Sisters founder Pragna Patel talks about a new report about British women in forced marriages who are having to pay to be rescued. And you'll find that Emma Sexton and Natalie Campbell are enjoying their last boxes of chocolates before returning to the show, so @bowelbabe Deborah James is Harriet Minte's co-host this week.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

Here is the third edition of Badass Book Club. We her from Catherine Mayer the author of, Attack of the 50 Ft. Women, How Gender Equality Can Save The World.She talks about the story behind the title of her book, and how accidentally becoming the co-founder of the Women's Equality Party lead her to writing this book.Harriet, Emma and Nat chat to Catherine about the importance of Gender Equality and how making real change to the way women are represented will benefit everybody.PLUS: you can hear the first chapter of the book directly after the interview, entirely for free.Each month we'll be bringing you another author in association with HQ Stories and HarperCollins. There's also a chance to grab a free audio book with Kobo. Listen to find out how!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hear the best badass interviews from 2018. We've put together interviews from the most amazing women that have visited Badass Women's Hour in 2018, reminding you of the inspiring moving and funny stories they had to share with Harriet, Emma and Nat.Hear from Josie Naughton, whose time in Calais, inspired her to make real change for Refugees after witnessing the conditions they are subject too, she talks about how it stemmed into becoming the CEO of Choose Love.Harriet and Natalie reflect on one of the most moving interviews on the show this year: hear when Nat chatted to Devika Wood about her journey overcoming an abusive relationship to being moved to start her own care company, Vida. Vida strives to change the ways we give care to those who need it.And lastly you'll be reminded of when agony aunt Viv Groskop visited the Badass Women's Hour bringing lots of laughter to the studio, she talks giving life advice, writing, podcasting, and comedy.We hope you've had a very Badass 2018, thank you for joining

When your child has a life threatening illness, it is news that will completely flip your world on it's head. Martin Leib, talks to Harriet and Nat about his story when his son was diagnosed with cancer, and how this inspired the creation of Samuel's Charity. He explains the work they are doing in children's ward this Christmas, and Martin's Christmas song to raise money to improve children's wards for both the children and parents.Katie Ghose, the chair of Women's Aid shines a light on the rise of domestic violence, and one particular issue we might not even be aware of!And Harriet and Nat round up their best Badass of the Week, and share some of their favourite Women that have visited the podcast this year!Thank you for joining the Badass Woman's Hour Podcast this year, see you in 2019, for more Badass than ever before.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: @

What does getting naked have to do with re-defining masculinity and mental health? Harriet, Emma and Nat talk to The Naked Profesor Ben Bidwell and Laurence PriceThe pair are trying to change the way we view modern masculinity, by exposing their souls and risking vulnerability in order to encourage other men to share more with each other and those close to them.Ben is a mindset coach who began using instagram to share his message that masculinity doesn't have to mean ignoring mental health issues, He is aiming to "strip' back the masks of masculinity". Ben teamed up with personal trainer Laurence Price who is sharing his own struggles emotions and how he felt he had to appear to society.Ben talks about the recent naked photoshoot that he and aurence bared all for.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: htt

Plastic surgery has a been a much debated topic over the past decade, but what are the real benefits? Our Badass Women talk to Cheshire Housewife star Dawn Ward about non surgical procedures getting both her daughters chest surgery.Dr Tessa Hartman has always been instinctively interested with fashion and wanted to create a business that covered ground, previously untouched in Scotland, and changing the Scottish fashion scene in doing so. She talks the importance of learning your craft and scottish guilt.Harriet, Emma and Natalie talk to Coronation Street star and Equality Campaigner, Nicola Thorpe about the future of Male Contraception, and how the contraception industry is sexist.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-

Have you ever considered the sustainability of your festivities? And the impact of that christmas night out dress?Our Badass Women talk to Fashion Blogger and Commentator Caryn Franklin about the impact of fast fashion at christmas and how to shop sustainably for clothes.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.

Channing Tatum has brought a Christmas treat to the Women of London, But is this just a regular strip show? Our Badass Women talk to show MC, Samantha Baines about what the show has to offer, their thoughts on the show, as well as what it is doing for Feminism. The Show is On Stage Now.Harriet, Emma and Natalie, talk to Anna Cribb about braving a Smear Test.... Live on camera! She talks about how she is taking down the stigma and embarrassment around Smear Tests and promoting how regular tests can save lives.Our Badass Ladies get festive, in typical Badass fashion, with a sexy Advent calendar! They delve into the Lovehoney advent calendarFor 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.

Samia Thompson's life was altered completely after having thyroid problems mistaken for stage four lung cancer.In the midst of running her own london cafe, Masalawala, the staggering diagnosis meant samia had to close her second business, as well as having to endure treatment and explain exactly what cancer is to her Mother. Follow her journey step by step on her blogTaban Shoresh started her life on Saddam Hussein most wanted list as the daughter of a freedom fighter and political activist poet.After reaching safety in the UK in the 80's and being emerged into city life, in 2014 when the humanitarian crisis in Iraq emerged Taban was moved to take action. Returning to her home country she took her son to with her to help deliver aid and build schools.This work changed her view of life in London, leaving Taban even more inspired to create change, Taban started the lotus flower to help women and girls who's life were torn apart by isis. The aim of the lotus flower which is to, "Give women the tools to become fi

This second installment of Badass Bookclub looks into Christina Dalcher's novel VOX; her latest book which is set in a dystopian America where women are only allowed to speak 100 words a day. Christina talks to our Badass Women about where the idea came from and how the story plays on her own fear of too much governmental control and obsession with dystopia.PLUS: you can hear the first chapter of the book directly after the interview, entirely for free.Each month we'll be bringing you another author in association with HQ Stories and HarperCollins,  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What would inspire a Man to want to change the way Women wear their Underwear? Toby Darbyshire explains how he plans to revolutionise your tights!Harriet, Emma and Natalie talk to CEO of new hosiery brand, Heist. Toby tells how Heist has used Science to re-design tights and shapewear to work better than ever.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.

Miscarriage is a very common issue, however not often spoken about. Harriet Emma and Nat speak to two extremely brave Women, who share their emotional experiences of miscarriage and offer up their own advice to all other Women. For help and advice on miscarriage click here.Our Badass Women also speak to Davinia Tomlinson, the founder of new money investment app Rainchq.Rainchq is aimed at fixing the investment gender gap, and providing a platform for Women to save and invest their money in a way that helps them reach their financial goals.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.

Why would former Tory Minister Ann Widdecombe disagree with quotas to boost the amount diversity in parliament? Our Badass Women Harriet and Emma debate the topic with Ann.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 do you deal with the grief of losing a friend from an illness you are currently battling yourself? Debra James has stage four bowel cancer, and has managed to re-write her career from deputy head teacher to broadcaster and author whilst dealing with her illness, she talks to Harriet and Emma about her new book; F*** You Cancer. Titi Dawudu explains the importance to creating the perfect audition monologue for actors of colour to bag them their dream role, her new book is available now.Journalist Alix O'Neil tells Emma and Harriet all about her new living arrangement, as she moves her husband and one year old back home to live with her parents at 35.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.

After her frustration of being ignored for a role she was more than qualified for, and the lack of black women in the media industry Tobi Oredei started her own media platform aimed at giving more exposure to black women in the industry.Tobi chats to Harriet, Emma and Natalie about her journey starting Black Ballad, and she explains why women, especially in freelance roles should not be afraid of always putting a price next to their work.Also joining the Badass Women in the studio this week is the founder of inclusive self love movement; Self Love Brings Beauty, Felicity Hayward.She's talking plus size modeling and how the most the most beautiful thing you can be is, body confident and kind to yourself.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

In the first of our brand new Badass Bookclub we meet author Adele Parks. Parks has written eighteen books and her new bestseller, I Invited Her In, looks at female friendship, jealousy and the power of social media. She explains her inspiration and writing process to the Badass Women's Hour team, we talk about the life of an author and just how you get published, and we ask what is the worst thing a friend has ever done to you? PLUS: you can hear the first chapter of the book directly after the interview, entirely for free. And if you want to hear what happens next, we have 50 free audiobook copies to give away. All you have to do is download the KOBO app, add the I Invited Her In audiobook to your basket and use code BADASS at the checkout. Get yours now! Each month we'll be bringing you another author in association with HQ Stories and HarperCollins, coming up next we speak to Christine Dalcher the author of Vox.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.