Northern Power Women Podcast
By powered by Simone Roche MBE and Northern Power Women
The We Are Power podcast is the podcast for your career and your life. A weekly podcast with listeners in over 60 countries worldwide where you'll hear personal life stories, top-notch industry advice, and key leadership insight from amazing role models. The podcast not only aids your personal and professional development but also delves deep into conversations around Gender Equality and Social Mobility. Each week the We Are Power Podcast will bring you a new interview from a leader within the 100,000-strong We Are Power community, hosted by Simone Roche MBE.
Latest episode
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Empowering Women and Transforming Leadership with Stevie Mclaren
This week we are joined by Stevie Mclaren, Employability Partner at Newcastle Building Society and chair of the Women in Leadership Network. Stevie shares how her career was shaped by powerful female role models and a drive to uplift women and boost … -
Claire O'Connor's Journey of Resilience and Dance Innovation
Join us as we sit down with Claire O'Connor, founder of Baby Ballet, who has revolutionised how children experience dance.Growing up around ballet, Claire often felt she didn’t measure up to the high standards around her. But her journey is all about… -
Empowering Creativity and Careers with Jade Parkinson-Hill
Join us as we chat with Jade Parkinson-Hill, Canva's Education and Community Manager, about her incredible career journey and how she found her way into the world of Canva.Jade talks about how Canva’s innovative features, like AI tools and website cr… -
Resilience and Representation in Women's Sports with Jamie Mittelman
What drives an aspiring soccer player to become an advocate for gender equality in sports? Meet Jamie Mittelman, the driving force behind Flamebearers, who’s on a mission to spotlight Olympians and Paralympians from all corners of the world.But that… -
Empowerment Through Pageantry and Entrepreneurship with Jessica Page
Jessica Page's journey from beauty queen to entrepreneur will give you a never seen before insight into the world of pageantry! 👑💪Instead of letting obstacles slow her down, she turned them into stepping stones on her way to becoming Miss Universe Gr… -
Mindset, Mentorship and Unlocking Bravery with Sophie Storm Roberts
"A ship is safe in the harbour, but that's not what ships are made for." Meet Sophie Storm Roberts, an extraordinary adventurer who shares her story on how a powerful mindset, mental resilience, and psychological tools helped her overcome both physic… -
Transforming Healthcare Through Inclusive Innovation with Joanne Henry
This week, we're joined by Joanne Henry from NIHR, winners of the 2024 Northern Power Women Inclusive Innovation Award.Joanne shares how winning boosted their mission to transform healthcare and ensure fair access to health research for underserved c… -
Creating Confident Role Models in STEM with Alex Knight
This week we are joined by Alex Knight, founder and CEO of STEMazing, about her mission to empower women in STEM and inspire the next generation. Alex dives into the power of mentoring, smashing gender stereotypes, and why everyone, no matter their p… -
Squiggly Paths and Happy Accidents with Iwona Szmidt and Michael Howard
Unlock the secrets of successful leadership and career growth with Iwona Szmidt and Michael Howard from Bank of America. Discover how resilience and transferable skills can transform your professional journey.Tune in to hear insightful stories about … -
Empowering Entrepreneurs through Mentorship and Community with Julie Baker
This week, we sit down with Julie Baker, Head of Strategic Partnerships at NatWest Group. Julie shares her inspiring 42-year journey from aspiring PE teacher to a leading role at NatWest, and her dedication to empowering women in business. Discover t…
