She Owns the Stage

What does it really mean to create space for women to lead, connect, and thrive? In this episode of She Owns The Stage, I sit down with Georgia Mourad Brooks, founder and CEO of The Nine, Belgium’s first female focused private business club. We talk about entrepreneurship, feminism, leadership, quiet confidence, and the realities of building a mission driven business in a world that still question...

They quietly started to dismantle everything we had achieved. Women's rights, diversity and inclusion, civil liberties, climate action. The backlash is real, but women across the EU are pushing back. Welcome to The Pushback. New season launching 21 May. -- She Owns The Stage is the go-to podcast for women who are ready to speak with power, lead with presence, and own every stage they step onto: wh...

In this episode of 'She Owns the Stage', host Anna Gumbau welcomes style strategist Kay Korsh to discuss the importance of dressing for public speaking. In ths episode we explore how appearance impacts confidence and audience perception, the journey of personal styling, and practical tips for speakers on how to align their wardrobe with their message. Kay shares insights on navigating judgment in...

Clarity is what makes people listen, trust you, and remember you — long before confidence ever does. In this solo episode kicking off 2026, Anna Gumbau explores why so many brilliant women are underestimated on stage and in high-stakes conversations, and how speaking with clarity changes everything: your authority, your presence, and the opportunities that come your way. You’ll hear what clarity r...

Welcome back to She Owns The Stage! After a little break, we’re back with a Halloween special, and what could be spookier than… mansplaining? In this episode, Anna Gumbau is joined by fellow journalist and moderator Ana Fota to share some of the most hilariously horrifying mansplaining stories — from art galleries and boardrooms to dating apps and EU meetings. Expect laughter, eye-rolls, and maybe...

“There’s a real hunger for voices in the world who think differently... Claim that space.” — Shada Islam In this bold and deeply needed conversation, Shada Islam — international affairs strategist and one of Europe’s most powerful and unapologetic voices — joins me to talk about why so few women and underrepresented voices are visible in our media and political spaces. We talk about what it means...

She Owns The Stage is the go-to podcast for women who are ready to speak with power, lead with presence, and own every stage they step onto: whether it’s a microphone, a panel, a pitch, or a boardroom. Hosted by event moderator, keynote speaker, and podcaster Anna Gumbau , this podcast blends bold storytelling with no-fluff practical tools to help you become a confident speaker, compelling moderat...

In this episode of She Owns The Stage, I sit down with Helene Banner — former EU speechwriter now women's leadership coach — for a powerful conversation on leading with authenticity in a world that often demands we fit a mould. We dive into the moment that redefined leadership for Helene and why she believes the future belongs to imperfect, vulnerable leaders. We talk about the pressure to conform...

Welcome to the first solo episode in our public speaking mini-series! In this powerful kickoff, Anna dives into why we need more women owning the stage—and what’s really holding us back. From visibility gaps to unconscious bias, from imposter syndrome to the myth of needing to feel “100% ready”—this episode is both a wake-up call and an empowering push. Whether you’ve turned down a speaking opport...

💬 In This Episode: For our very first episode, we’re spotlighting a woman who truly owns the stage in the world of climate and social justice: Marine Cornelis, the founder of Next Energy Consumer and a leading voice in energy equity, consumer rights, and gender inclusion across Europe. Marine joins me for a powerful conversation about using your voice for impact, navigating male-dominated policy...

She Owns The Stage is the go-to podcast for women who are ready to speak with power, lead with presence, and own every stage they step onto: whether it’s a microphone, a panel, a pitch, or a boardroom. Hosted by event moderator, keynote speaker, and podcaster Anna Gumbau , this podcast blends bold storytelling with no-fluff practical tools to help you become a confident speaker, compelling moderat...