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Little Revolutions

Society EN ↓ 34 episodes

Little Revolutions is a series of conversations about the double standards, societal problems, and systemic injustices that feel bigger than any one of us. Our guests are activists and politicians, artists and athletes, and many more who are questioning the norms and rewriting the script. Every week, they share relatable little revolutions they’re making in their own lives and the ways in which we can all be changemakers. This podcast is brought to you by Freeda and hosted by Freeda English’s Head of Content, author and journalist Masuma Ahuja. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @freeda_en

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Ruby Warrington: Childless and not a problem to be solved 27.03.2023 54:15

Author Ruby Warrington joins us in this episode to discuss how women without children are often seen as a problem to be solved. We discuss how to carve our space for yourself, away from the societal expectations and pressures of motherhood. Ruby's latest book Women Without Kids is released in the USA 28th March and in the UK on April 13th. Available via www.rubywarrington.com/books/women-without-k...

Anyika Onuora: How to find the courage to reclaim your own narrative 20.03.2023 55:10

Anyika Onuoro is a retired Team GB athlete and Olympic medalist. She talks with us about how she found community and carved out space for herself, in an industry that isn't always accessible and equitable. Now retired from athletics, she also discusses reclaiming your own narrative and finding the courage to speak your truth. Follow Anyika on Instagram @anyika Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

Dr Anne-Marie Imfadion: How to build your own blueprint for success 13.03.2023 48:48

Dr Anne-Marie Imfadion is the CEO of Stemettes, an initiative advocating for women in STEM. Anne-Marie serves as a judge on Amazon’s new educational programme, the Alexa Young Innovator Challenge, which aims to nurture tomorrow’s computer scientists from diverse backgrounds. It forms part of Amazon Future Engineer – a childhood-to-career programme that inspires, educates and enables children and...

Mandu Reid: How to believe in your power 06.03.2023 53:54

Mandu Reid, leader of the Women's Equality Party, is the first person of colour to lead a national political party in Britain. She talks to us about the importance of equality and trusting that profound change happens. Follow Mandu @mandureid and the Women's Equality Party @WEP_UK on social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rainesford Stauffer: How to feel enough in a world where there's so much pressure to be extraordinary 27.02.2023 53:13

Author and journalist Rainesford Stauffer talks to us about trusting your own path, the brokenness of all the impossible societal demands and expectations, and small ways in which we can all lead our own authentic lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gina Martin: How to use your voice in a world that doesn't feel safe 20.02.2023 47:47

Gender activist Gina Martin was the driving force who campaigned to make upskirting illegal in England and Wales. She talks about activism as a force for good, how to use your voice in a world not built to listen to us all, and how to return to hope after burnout. Follow Gina on Instagram @ginamartin, and on TikTok @ginamartinuk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michelle Elman: How to find body acceptance in the world of hyper-critical social media 13.02.2023 42:59

Michelle Elman is an author and life coach who launched the body positivity campaign #ScarredNotScared. She talks to us about finding body acceptance in a world of social pressure and criticism, and establishing healthy boundaries in relationships. You can follow Michelle on social media @michellelelman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nadia Whittome MP: How to be taken seriously when you're the youngest person in the room 08.02.2023 29:30

Nadia Whittome is the Member of Parliament for Nottingham East and was elected in 2019 at the age of 23. She talks about her experience in politics as a queer working class woman of colour, how to tap into our collective power, and where she (and we all can) find hope in these difficult times. You can follow Nadia on Instagram and TikTok @nadiawhittomemp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...

Little Revolutions Trailer 26.01.2023 1:42

Join us every week for conversations with noteworthy guests about how they’re questioning norms and rewriting the script around double standards, societal problems, and systemic injustice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices