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Roxi Abbott is a neurodivergence coach, lecturer, and MSc Psychology student based in the UK. She specialises in neurodiversity-affirming coaching, with a focus on helping clients reconnect with their autonomy, develop self-trust, and build lives that work with- not against- their brain. She runs her practice under the name of Neurospice Navigation, a coaching practice grounded in compassion, curi...

The Kintsugi Way is a charity dedicated to supporting women who have experienced sexual abuse or rape, helping them rebuild their lives with resilience and strength. Inspired by the Japanese art of Kintsugi—where broken pottery is repaired with gold to highlight its history rather than hide its imperfections—we believe in empowering survivors to embrace their journey and find beauty in their heali...

8 in 10 women don’t discuss money with close friends and family. In fact, money is still more taboo to talk about than sex, politics or religion. That’s bad for everyone, and it can affect men and women in very different ways. She’s Worth It creates a safe space to have these conversations, share stories, tips and support to normalise how HARD this all is. Mentioned in this Episode: Mandy Youell @...

One year since THAT surreal, horrible day and my first call with a clairvoyant. How did it go? Did I get any answers? Is there really a spiritual world? What does the future hold? Mentioned in this Episode: Maiden (Tracy Edwards Documentary - Prime Video) The Kintsugi Way Charity @thekintsugiwaycharity www.thekintsugiway.co.uk @thebigvagenergypod thebigvagenergypodcast@gmail.com

In this Part 2 episode, Alex is rejoined by Pelham Spong and her solicitor, Michael Jacobs, a Partner at Boies Schiller Flexner. Boies Schiller Flexner is an internationally renowned firm known for its expertise in trial law, crisis management, and strategic advisory.  In this conversation, Pelham shares her experience of reporting trafficking, sexual assault, and coercion at the hands of the late...

‘Saint Maria's Way’, shortlisted for Screamfest 2024, started from Chris Turner and writer Chelsea Kania’s frustration with the increasingly dire lack of safety for women on the street at night. The numerous well-publicised cases in which CCTV was pivotal to the investigation of the crimes committed against women were part of what gave way for the idea. Contact them below to access the short f...

*Trigger Warning: This episode contains descriptions of sexual assault and violence, which some listeners may find distressing. In this episode, Alex is joined by Pelham Spong, who provides her account of being a victim of trafficking, sexual assault, and coercion by the late and powerful billionaire businessman, Mohammed Fayed. Known for his ownership of the luxury department store Harrods, Hôtel...

What a year! Thank you to all our listeners. Join us for more fun, feminism and interviews in 2025!

Mary Ann Seighart, the phenomenal author and activist, is today's guest on The Big Vag Energy Podcast. Buy the book Watch the Ted Talk Follow us: @thebigvagenergypod Get in touch: thebigvagenergypodcast@gmail.com Leave us a comment and a rating & share this with a friend!

Chatting with Bianca & Charlotte from Hostelle - a women's only hostel in London, Barcelona and Amsterdam. We talk everything travel; staying safe, exploring, making friends and of course, feminism. Hostelle London 458 Bethnal Green Road E2 OEA London, United Kingdom Phone: +44 20 7646 6671 E-mail: info@hostelle.co.uk

Books mentioned in this episode: I Hope This Finds You Well - Kate Baer To Hate and Love Men - Gina Martin Ego Is The Enemy - Ryan Holiday We Should All Be Feminists - Chimamanda Ngozi Ted Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hg3umXU_qWc

Happy Monday!  We’re back after a short hiatus with a new episode talking about personal finances with Ashley Feinstein Gerstley, CFP and founder of the Fiscal Femme! Are you wanting to learn more about money management and build your confidence with budgeting, saving, and investing, but don’t know where to start? Then this episode is for you.  Connect with Ashley on Instagram @thefiscalfemme and...

In this episode we chat to Petchara and Sarah from Freedom4Girls who are a charity working to end stigmas and inequalities associated with periods, from pre first periods through to post menopause. Petchara and Sarah are two powerhouse women who bring conversations to the table that need more attention and urgency, shedding https://www.freedom4girls.co.uk/ Send in your donations: Freedom4Girls, 15...

Happy Monday Friends! Today we are joined by Kelly Foss, host of the podcast Millennial Minimalists which aims to help listeners simplify their lives and live with greater intention. Alongside her friend and co-host Lauren, they run one-on-one discussions about their minimalist lifestyle journeys and lessons, and interviews with minimalist thought leaders and best-selling authors in the personal d...

An excerpt from our “Women and Body Image” episode where we spoke to singer-songwriter turned fashion entrepreneur Ming Bridges. Ming openly talks to us about her experience navigating through eating disorders and body dysmorphia, shedding light on her path to recovery and the invaluable lessons learned along the way. In this clip, she offers invaluable insights on how to effectively support loved...

Happy Monday folks!  Welcome to our first episode of 2024 where we chat all the latest hot topics including Sephora kids, Taylor Swift deepfakes, the emerging ideological gap between young men and women globally, Calvin Klein’s double standards in their latest campaign, and so much more. Enjoy!  Financial Times article: https://www.ft.com/content/29fd9b5c-2f35-41bf-9d4c-994db4e12998 Birthing Histo...

It's Titmas once again! Thank you for another year of support, love and most importantly - Big Vag Energy! In this epsiode we talk about things we learned the hard way in 2023 and what we are taking into 2024. Have some thoughts on the episode that you want to share? Hit us up on Insta @thebigvagenergypod Make sure to click that "Subscribe" or "Follow" button so you get upd...

Another Monday, another Big V Energy episode! Today we have the privilege of speaking with the award-winning international speaker, trainer, and personal safety expert Nicole Snell! Nicole is a specialist in sexual assault prevention education, gender-based violence prevention, and boundary setting. She is the CEO of Girls Fight Back , a world-renowned personal safety and empowerment self-defense...

It can be a catcall or a whistle. It can happen on public transit, walking in a busy street, during the day. Street harassment is a pervasive problem that plagues women, girls, and gender non-conforming individuals. Enduring unwanted sexual attention and not feeling safe has gotten to a point of being "normalized", with feelings of anxiety and hypervigilance when out in public. In this e...

Happy Monday everybody and welcome to Octobers episode! Today we chat to Dr Renata, who is a clinical psychologist. Our discussion is all about neurodivergence in women and adults in general, how it may differ when comparing genders and how it can be diagnosed later in life. More about Dr. Renata Mind Enquire | Horley psychology Festival Of The Girl (mentioned in intro) https://www.festivalofthegi...

An excerpt from our 'Women In Music' episode where we talk about female experiences in the music industry. Scroll back to season 1 to listen to the whole episode.

Happy Monday Everyone! Today we're chatting with Eva Avila , a talented singer hailing from Canada who has been captivating audiences with her voice since she could speak. At the age of 19 in 2006, Eva auditioned for the fourth season of Canadian Idol on CTV and emerged as the winner, propelling her into the spotlight. This achievement paved the way for two successful albums with Sony BMG: &qu...

An excerpt from our 'Women In Media' episode where we talk about how revolutionary the program 'Sex and The City' was at the time. Scroll back to season 1 to listen to the whole episode.

Hi friends! After a busy summer we are FINALLY back together and we wanted to talk about how women have absolutely owned this summer. From Barbie, to T-Swift to the “lazy girl job” trend, we unpack all the highlights from the past few months. Have some thoughts on the episode that you want to share? Hit us up on Insta ⁠@thebigvagenergypod⁠ Make sure to click that "Subscribe" or "Fol...

Happy Monday, everyone!  Get ready for a game-changing date night experience! Today we’re sitting down with Nadia Barbosa, co-founder of Tandem Experiences – the ultimate solution for stress-free, unforgettable dates! Say goodbye to boring routines and hello to exciting adventures whether you’re in the early stages of dating or in a long-term relationship. Tandem is a new date-planning application...