Kicking The Door Down

In this special edition of "Kicking the Door Down," host Debbie shares her transformative experience at a women's business event led by Liz McQuillan. Dive into a journey of vulnerability, self-reflection, and growth as Debbie explores the power of authenticity and connection among women entrepreneurs. Discover how stepping out of comfort zones can lead to profound personal insights...

🎙️ Welcome to this episode of Kicking the Door Down! Today I’m joined by the incredible Gizelle Schiavini — a bold and passionate woman who’s making waves in leadership and women’s empowerment. Gizelle is the force behind two thriving businesses : one as a facilitator, coach, and mentor , helping women in male-dominated spaces be seen, heard, and empowered — and the other, Where2GoTours , her fami...

Today’s guest is someone who brings heart, leadership, and true allyship to everything he does. Richard Harris CMgr MCMI is not only a proud father and devoted husband, but also a passionate advocate for women and girls across all walks of life. As a member of the UK Safeguarding Partnership, Richard plays a vital role in protecting and empowering vulnerable individuals, driven by a deep sense of...

I ntroduction: "My name is Roxanne, and I am the Liaison Team Leader at Sunflowers Suicide Support, a Gloucestershire-based charity." Role and Responsibilities: Leads service delivery for the charity. Ensures individuals and families bereaved by suicide receive the necessary guidance and support. Oversees compassionate care and structured assistance for those in need. Sunflowers Suicide...

"Welcome to Kicking the Door Down , the podcast that celebrates women who break barriers and redefine the rules! Today, we're diving into the incredible story of Hedy Lamarr—Hollywood icon by day, brilliant inventor by night. More than just a silver screen siren, Hedy revolutionized technology with her groundbreaking work on frequency-hopping, the foundation of modern Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, a...

'Welcome to Kicking the Door Down , the podcast that celebrates the women who break barriers and change the game. Today, we’re shining a light on a true trailblazer—Edith Clarke, the first female electrical engineer in the U.S. She wasn’t just a pioneer; she was a powerhouse, revolutionizing how we transmit electricity and paving the way for future generations of engineers. From overcoming pe...

Rachel Parsons (1885–1956) was a trailblazing British engineer and a true pioneer in "kicking the door down" for women in industry. As the daughter of Sir Charles Parsons, the inventor of the steam turbine, she was born into engineering but refused to be confined to the background. She became one of the first women to study Mechanical Sciences at Cambridge University, though women were n...

Join us on Kicking the Door Down as we welcome Georgie Smith , a passionate Women’s Identity Coach dedicated to helping women reclaim their confidence, embrace their authentic selves, and step boldly into their power. Get ready for an inspiring conversation on breaking barriers and owning your identity! Check out Georgie Smith's social pages on Linkedin, Instagram and Facebook.  Search : I am...

Welcome Rachel Ashe MBE to Kicking the Door Down. Rachel explains her personal journey when creating Mental Health Swims and why the group has become so popular. Both Rachel and I discuss our experiences with mental health, our diagnosis's, stigma and how "water" has helped us explore our own emotions.  We explore the reasons as to why being in your "swimming cossie" provi...

Anna Maria Mazzieri is a practising Soft Tissue Therapist and an Educator. With over two decades in the field, she has been instrumental in integrating Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) into Massage and Soft Tissue Therapy Training.  It is through The ST School, which she founded and still teaches at, where Anna Maria blends solid vocational training with modern, evidence informed reasoning to pain ma...

 Welcome back to Kicking the Door Down, the podcast where we shine a spotlight on breaking barriers and creating change in industries dominated by masculine traditions. Today, I'm thrilled to introduce Kat Parsons, an incredible trailblazer whose journey exemplifies resilience, passion, and success. Kat is a Positive disrupter, Key note speaker and the Group Head of Diversity, Equity and Incl...

Announcing Hattie Hasan MBE Hattie has always kicked doors down, She founded Stopcocks Women Plumbers   in 1990 and STOPCOCKS GROUP LIMITED more recently. With the help of Mica May, Hattie created and runs W I T, women installers together. I have attended this event and can honestly say that I have never attended a conference that enables the sharing of experience and best practice in such an open...

In my first episode I kick off by explores this pressing issue. Drawing from decades of experience in the industry, safety, and process sectors, I reflect on the barriers women face and the vital steps companies and employees must take to ensure women feel welcome, supported, and safe at work. This is a "No Holds Barred" Podcast, where I hear from you, the audience on your experiences. L...

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