Joy Burnford
The Equality Conversation
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the system to enable the retention and progression of women in the workplace. So, if you’re looking for insights, guidance or advice on how to improve gender equality in your organisation, grab a cuppa, go for a walk, or escape for a while and join us for tod...
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Joy Burnford
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Mar 18, 2026
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Episodes
Flexibility, Allyship and Women’s Careers in Construction with Paula Chandler 18.03.2026 24:10
In this episode, Joy Burnford is joined by Paula Chandler, Design Director at Wates, to explore women’s careers in the construction industry. Paula shares her perspective on the barriers women can face, the powerful role of allies and advocates, and why flexible working and moving away from a one-size-fits-all approach can help build stronger, more inclusive workplaces. The Equality Conversation p...
Allyship in Action: Building Better Workplaces for Women in Construction with Amy Tullis 11.03.2026 21:36
In this episode, Joy Burnford is joined by Amy Tullis, Director of People for Europe at Laing O’Rourke, to explore how the construction industry can better support women to succeed and progress. Amy shares practical insights on tackling systemic barriers, rethinking roles and workplace policies to better support flexibility and caring responsibilities, and the critical role that sponsorship and al...
Driving Gender Equality: Women’s Networks, Visibility, and the Power of Micro-Inclusions with Gill Hardy 11.02.2026 28:36
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores how to create better workplaces for women. In this series, Joy sits down with forward-thinking HR and people leaders to uncover the policies, practices and cultural shifts driving real impact for women’s careers, wellbeing and sense of belonging. If you’re seeking insights, inspiration and proven approaches to help peo...
What’s next for DEI: Insights from Thought Leaders 07.10.2025 29:18
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work and is dedicated to the retention and progression of female talent in organisations. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from experts, leaders and senior business women from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about...
Women in Leadership: Strategies from FTSE 350 organisations leading the way with Edward Haigh 06.08.2025 25:56
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work and is dedicated to the retention and progression of female talent in organisations. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from experts, leaders and senior business women from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about...
Beyond the Game: Leading with Inclusion with Lucy Pearson, Chair at Lord’s Taverners 16.07.2025 25:22
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work and is dedicated to the retention and progression of female talent in organisations. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from experts, leaders and senior business women from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about...
Embracing Change: Women in Leadership in a Disruptive Era with Kathryn Britten, Partner & Managing Director at AlixPartners 18.06.2025 29:22
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work and is dedicated to the retention and progression of female talent in organisations. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from experts, leaders and senior business women from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about...
The benefits and drawbacks of women's leadership initiatives with Rachel Higham 23.04.2025 24:08
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work and is dedicated to the retention and progression of female talent in organisations. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from experts, leaders and senior business women from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about...
From newsroom to Boardroom: via tech, trust and integrity with Kerensa Jennings 12.03.2025 25:22
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work and is dedicated to the retention and progression of female talent in organisations. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from experts, leaders and senior business women from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about...
Empowering progress: The critical role of line managers in retaining women with Fiona Dawson 12.02.2025 28:28
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work and is dedicated to the retention and progression of female talent in organisations. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from experts, leaders and senior business women from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about...
The Authority Gap: Lessons for organisations with Mary Ann Sieghart 15.01.2025 29:44
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work and is dedicated to the retention and progression of female talent in organisations. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from experts, leaders and senior business women from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about...
Traits of a successful leader with Shirine Khoury-Haq, CEO of the Co-operative Group 18.12.2024 24:10
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the system to enable the retention and progression of women...
Maintaining momentum: The path to lasting gender equality with Nimesh Patel, Group CEO, Spirax Group 18.11.2024 35:38
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the system to enable the retention and progression of women...
The route to gender equality: Actions and not words with Tash Frangos, Managing Partner at haysmacintyre 25.09.2024 25:52
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the system to enable the retention and progression of women...
Engaging men in gender equality with Jamie Rust, Founder at Leathwaite 31.07.2024 24:46
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the system to enable the retention and progression of women...
Creating and sustaining wellbeing at work with Emma Richardson, Director of People and Development at Cripps 19.06.2024 29:32
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the system to enable the retention and progression of women...
Building a gender balanced workforce with Kate Shaw, HR Vice President, Global HR Operations, pladis 22.05.2024 26:00
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the system to enable the retention and progression of women...
Creating the culture we want to see within the workplace with Dean Curtis CEO of LexisNexis Risk Solutions – Data Services 24.04.2024 27:54
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the system to enable the retention and progression of women...
Building a space where colleagues feel at home with Sonia Astill, Chief People Officer, Wickes 27.03.2024 30:24
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the system to enable the retention and progression of women...
The journey to 50%-50% gender parity with Christos Tsaprounis, People & Culture Director, Auto Trader UK 28.02.2024 29:32
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the system to enable the retention and progression of women...
Getting practical: How to move the dial on gender equality in 2024 featuring Tracy Southwell, Managing Director, Hobart UK & Ireland 31.01.2024 38:42
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the system to enable the retention and progression of women...
Coaching to support gender equality with Fahrah Gulamhusein 22.11.2023 26:58
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the system to enable the retention and progression of women...
Celebrating World Menopause Day with Barbara Hamilton-Bruce, Simmons & Simmons LLP 18.10.2023 24:08
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the system to enable the retention and progression of women...
The importance of intersectionality with Pauline Miller 20.09.2023 30:12
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the system to enable the retention and progression of women...
Improving inclusion and mental health at work with Phil Burgess and Felix Koch 16.08.2023 26:00
The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the system to enable the retention and progression of women...
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