The SHE Word

Every single woman who makes it to her 40s is going to be affected by perimenopause and menopause in one way or another. There literally is no escaping one of the most significant journeys that every woman has to travel. Historically knowledge, information, research and support for this transition has been shockingly and unacceptably absent. Only in the past few years has it been recognised that p...

Let’s face it, life isn’t easy. None of us are immune from the challenges, curve balls, trauma or tragedies that life can throw at us, but so often we are told ‘look on the bright side’ or ‘something good will come out of it’. Sometimes the pressure to stay positive can seem more toxic than encouraging. In this show Host Sasha Vella dives into the true power of positivity, the strength in vulnerab...

In this show Trudy sits down with Valentina Rossi, Emily Jones and Melanie Kelly to answer one of the biggest questions of all time ‘What Do Women Want?’ Remember the 2000 film featuring Mel Gibson and Helen Hunt? Well, when this movie resurfaced recently, it seemed like a BRILLIANT topic to address, and so in this show Trudy leads the guests in exploring this age old conundrum, and explore whethe...

In this second episode of the She Word Mums, we explore the journey to becoming a mother. We discuss all things conception and pregnancy – the good, the bad and the ugly. Host Nerissa is joined by Maxine Attard, co-host of the She Word Mums. They sit down with two guests: Stevie Aquilina, a toddler mum who had a less than typical journey to becoming a mother, and who shares her pregnancy experienc...

Knowing Your Self Worth is a topic relevant to all women today. Whether in the workplace, in media, in relationships, or as a Mum, findings reveal that the majority of women struggle with the issue of self worth in one way or another. In this empowering episode Trudy sits down with three women who bring lived experience, knowledge and expertise to the topic of knowing your self worth. Banker-turne...

This powerful and sometimes-painful show revisits the topic of the Narcissist. Last year The SHE Word aired an astounding mini series titled ‘Living with a Narcissist - Its not about YOU’ (link at bottom). The series has had over 30k views and listens and continues to change lives today. We often talk about narcissistic abuse from the perspective of a partner or spouse, but rarely do focus on the...

This brilliantly lively, entertaining, sometimes heartbreaking show looks at one of the most neglected topics of discussion; we talk about relationships, we talk about family, children, partners, work colleagues - but rarely do we intentionally talk about and acknowledge the value of friendship. According to new research, we make just 29 real friends in our lifetime and only 6 of them will last th...

We’ve been told to just “get on with it.” That pain is normal. That hormones make us overreact. But for many young women, periods aren’t just a monthly inconvenience — they’re a debilitating, misunderstood, and often dismissed struggle. In this deeply personal and eye-opening episode of The SHE Word – Young Women’s Edition, host Sasha Vella leads an honest conversation about problem periods: cycle...

The world is changing at a dramatic rate, no one disputes this, let’s face it - most of us struggle to keep up. Well, AI is one game changer that is here to stay - and is becoming part of our lives whether we are aware of it or not - and in this show The SHE Word sits down with three experts to examine the good, the bad, and the downright alarming. If you didn’t know, simply by design and not by a...

In this very first episode of The She Word Mums, Host Nerissa and Guests discuss one of the most common themes that surround motherhood, but a topic that is not always spoken about – Mum Guilt and Mum Judgement. Research shows that over 90% of Mums experience Mum guilt at some point or another during their motherhood journey, and most Mums also go one to experience shame and inadequacy. Surprising...

The shocking statistics are that only 0.5% of rape cases in the EU lead to conviction. And 97% of rapists never see a day behind bars. Even when women speak out, justice is rarely served. In this powerful episode of The SHE Word’s Young Women’s Edition, host Sasha Vella leads a crucial discussion on consent, a topic that remains misunderstood, ignored, and legally unprotected in Malta. Consent isn...

According to statistics sobriety and the Sober Curious Culture is on the increase. This January 1 in 3 adults over 21 said they wanted to take a month off drinking alcohol for the month and it is estimated that 1 in 4 adults completed the challenge. But, what if alcohol presents a longer term issue? What if alcohol is a means of escape from trauma or challenges? What if getting tipsy becomes more...

This episode of The SHE Word podcast is a show that truly reflects the strapline 'conversations women rarely have but really should' - a show discussing one of the most taboo topics in Malta; Abortion. Just to be clear, this show is NOT a conversation about the polarised opinions or political viewpoints. This is a discussion looking at the heartbreaking stories of real women, couples and families...

In a week that is focused on Women’s Day, The SHE Word brings you a special interview two incredible powerhouses of women who have made activism, feminism and compassion a lifestyle choice. Dutch politician and activist Lilianne Ploumen sits with Host Trudy Kerr at the table. Lilianne has been leader of the Labour Party in the Netherlands as well as Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Coope...

For so many of us the thought of a discussion about good financial health immediately triggers a reaction - and not necessarily a good one. In this episode Host Trudy Kerr and her guests take a passionate, professional and personal close look at Gender Based Career Dynamics, Stereotypes, Gender Balance at Home, Working Mum Guilt, Debt Management and Good Financial Health. Tax returns, credit cards...

This is a truly brilliant episode of The SHE Word, not only because of the fantastic topic but also because of the diva queens sitting at the table. This episode is full of golden nuggets, home truths, juicy stories and truthful journeys. With over half the female population experiencing either divorce, separation, or annulment, many of us will ask the question ‘What does love look like second tim...

In this lighthearted and entertaining episode, The SHE Word looks at the timely topic of finding LOVE. Whether you believe it or not, over 79% of us believe in genuine love whether or not they have experienced it. However, The love statistics say that the probability of finding true love is around 3-5%. This may sound extremely pessimistic, but think of it like this: 80% percent of us believe in a...

This empowering episode is an absolute MUST for every single woman of all ages! A study with over 50,000 adult participants, revealed that only 65% of heterosexual women usually or always orgasm when intimate in comparison to heterosexual men (95%) indicating a 30% difference in the orgasm gap. In this special edition of The SHE Word we PRIORITSE Women’s Pleasure and Orgasm and discuss all that bo...

We all know THAT person, don’t we? The one friend or family member who always seems to be positive and optimistic, even in the most challenging circumstances. Well, it might surprise you to know that only 10% of our attitude - positive or negative - is related to circumstance. Attitude and outlook is where our power lies, our mindset is what can take us to great heights, to enable us to overcome h...

Why is it that being single still often seen as second class status or something to be frightened of? In a world that often pressures women to be in relationships, more and more are embracing their independence, prioritising personal growth, careers, and meaningful connections outside of romance. In this powerful and brutally honest episode of The SHE Word’s Young Women’s Edition, ‘Young Women, Si...

When was the last time you had a NORMAL conversation about a completely natural occurrence for a woman that affects over half the teenage and adult global population? On average women will experience 500 periods during their lifetime, and let’s face it, without periods the human population wouldn’t exist. But isn’t it true that for a lot of us, periods aren’t the easiest topic to discuss, with fri...

The hard truth is that addiction touches every single one of us, either personally, or through a family member, friend or colleague. We may not give the topic much weight, but addiction is much more prevalent today than we might consider. Whether it is recreational drugs, medication, alcohol, tobacco, gambling, social media and scrolling, shopping, eating, or any other outlet for our emotions and...

This powerful, entertaining and enlightening podcast looks deeply at a topic that applies to every single woman; the power that comes from being able to say NO. Host Trudy Kerr sits down with three outstanding women to look at one of the most valuable lessons we can learn in life; when to say yes and when we should say NO. Joining Trudy is one of Malta’s most well known women; singer-songwriter Ir...

In 2022, women accounted for 93% of all cosmetic procedures in the UK, with a staggering 101% increase from the previous year. Globally, young adults aged 18-34 made up a significant proportion of procedures like breast augmentations (54.6%) and rhinoplasties (66.7%). And in some regions, such as South Korea, 1 in 3 young women has undergone a cosmetic procedure. In this episode of The SHE Word’s...

When Scott Harrison told me that he had a solution to combat and eliminate the key symptoms of MENOPAUSE and PERIMENOPAUSE I sat up and took notice, albeit with some scepticism. When Scott announced that he had a long-term lifestyle formula that enables all women to manage mindset, weight, fitness and feel the best they ever have, I said that I needed to break The SHE Word rules and invite a man o...