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We Are PoWEr Podcast

powered by Simone Roche MBE and Northern PoWEr Women

The We Are PoWEr podcast spotlights voices and perspectives that need to be heard. Our weekly podcast, with listeners in over 60 countries, delivers PoWErful conversations that inspire, challenge, and empower... from personal life stories to business insights and leadership lessons.We share diverse experiences, bold discussions, and real solutions. Whether you"re looking for career advice, topical themes, or stories of resilience and success - this is where voices spark change.

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40:41

How ADHD, Loss And Empathy Forged A Purpose-Driven...

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2026/03/02

Trigger Warning: Themes of mental health and suicide On this week's podcast episode we sit down with Kirsty Collin, Global Head of CRM at Gleeds, who talks about her path from undiagnosed ADHD and dyscalculia to global client listening leader and Lead of Women at Gleeds. Grief, burnout, boxing and everyday kindness shape Kirsty's story and ongoing resilience. We dive into the love and loss of her partner Ben, the diary entry that changed how she shows up for strangers and the choice to tell h...

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29:51

AI Efficiency, Advocacy and Taking Action

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2026/02/23

On this week's episode with Matt Carroll, CEO at Nimble Approach, we explore how inclusive leadership, AI adoption and early-talent pathways create real outcomes in tech and consulting. Matt has advocacy at the forefront of his mind and has worked to collaborate to make the tech space a safe inclusive place for everyone. On this episode Matt shares how small, consistent actions can shift culture and the importance of taking ownership within your own career. You'll hear: • Why inclusive ...

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26:07

Rebuilding Connection in the Community Through Vivify

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2026/02/16

In this episode of the WeArePoWEr Podcast we talk with Vivify founder Russell Teale about turning idle school facilities into living community spaces, from choirs to junior football and why profit and purpose work better together. The journey runs from redundancy to scale, with lessons on traction, leadership, and values‑aligned investors. Here's what you can expect to hear: ➡️founding Vivify during lockdown and backing values ➡️lessons from a startup and the meaning of traction ➡️shifting f...

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32:50

How A Software Engineer Turned Adversity Into Impact

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2026/02/09

In this episode of the WeArePoWEr Podcast, we’re joined by Asia Sharif, a Software Engineer, public speaker, mentor and all-round force of nature. Asia shares the story behind the origin of her name, how identity has shaped her confidence and her honest experiences with imposter syndrome in tech. She reflects on building self-belief, navigating underrepresentation in engineering and the importance of mentorship in STEM, while also breaking down her path into coding and software engineering an...

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43:30

How Preparation, Values, And Humor Built A 40-Year...

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2026/02/02

In this episode, we speak with Peter Jackson, Partner & Non-Executive Director at Hill Dickinson LLP, strategist, and proud Scouser, about a career shaped by graft, humour, resilience, and deep connection to the city of Liverpool. Peter shares how imposter syndrome, preparation, and the ability to communicate clearly became defining traits of his leadership, and why “doing the homework” still sits at the heart of how he approaches everything. Peter talks candidly about decision-maki...

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37:29

Turning Pain Into Purpose: Figen Murray OBE on...

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2026/01/26

In this episode, we speak with Figen Murray OBE, psychotherapist, campaigner, and the driving force behind Martyn’s Law — about transforming unimaginable tragedy into national change. Figen shares how her son Martyn’s death in the Manchester Arena attack reshaped her life’s purpose and how determination, kindness, and what she calls her “mosquito mindset” helped move entirely new security legislation through Parliament. Figen’s story, from studying counter-terrorism to spending weeks in the H...

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21:11

What Is the Second Brain?

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2026/01/19

In this episode, we speak with Reshma Mahapacha, IBM strategist and author of The Second Brain, about the real skills that drive complex transformations: emotional intelligence, quiet leadership, and the ability to read a room. She shares how timing, perception, and cultural fluency shape multi-million-pound programmes and why letting results speak often creates the strongest influence. Reshma’s global career brings a fresh and experienced perspective to consulting, communication, and leaders...

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30:12

Ethical AI, Burnout, and the Resilience Every...

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2026/01/12

In this episode, we speak with our Northern PoWEr Women Awards 2025 Outstanding Entrepreneur winner, a self-taught coder who built her first products from a bedroom, grew a software platform during COVID, and later made a bold pivot into robotics when the market shifted. She shares what values-led growth looks like in real life, from backing small businesses to building an 80% women team, and why staying power matters more than hype. We also talk honestly about the climate impact of AI,...

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26:53

End of Year Special with Dr Penny Trayner (aka DJ...

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2025/12/29

This end-of-year special looks at what 2025 has really taught us across business, health, public services, and our wider Northern PoWEr Women community. We reflect on a full year of Northern PoWEr Women activity, from the Awards Roadshow , where Dr Penny stepped confidently into her new alter-ego, DJ Penny PoWEr, to reading 1,800 nominations that showed the scale of impact being created in every sector. And as we close out the year, we’re already preparing for a major milestone: the 10t...

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24:36

Career Lessons from Travelling the World

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2025/12/22

In this episode, we speak with Lauren Rosegreen, Senior Project Manager for Inclusion and Climate Justice at SOS UK and National President at JCI UK, who shows how kindness, courage, and curiosity can shape leadership and personal growth. She shares how six months traveling across twelve countries in Central and South America became a masterclass in resilience, perspective, and staying calm under pressure, while also shaping her approach to supporting others. Lauren discusses how she me...

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24:05

The Realities, Risks, and Rewards of Nuclear Careers

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2025/12/15

In this episode, we speak with Aimee MacFadyen, a nuclear project manager showing that one of the most misunderstood sectors can also be one of the most exciting places to build a bold, meaningful career. She demystifies what nuclear work really looks like, why safety standards are among the highest in any industry, and why the future of clean energy relies on trust, transparency, and diverse skills, not just engineers. Aimee explains how she carved her own path into nuclear, through speciali...

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25:14

What It Really Takes to Get Into Sports Broadcasting

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2025/12/08

In this episode, we speak with Kate McKenna, a BBC Sport assistant producer who went from Liverpool FC tour guide to working on some of the world’s biggest sporting events, without industry connections. Kate shares how saying “yes” to unexpected opportunities helped her break into one of the most competitive industries, and why careers rarely unfold in a straight line. She takes us behind the scenes of life at BBC Sport, where no two days look the same. From coordinating VTs in the inte...

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27:17

Building the Space Female Leaders Deserve

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2025/12/01

In this episode, we sit down with Sam Addy, founder of the Female Advisory Board (FAB), who is reshaping how women leaders support each other’s business growth. After realising that traditional peer advisory boards had almost no female representation, Sam set out to build the UK's first in-person peer board exclusively for women, creating a space where ambition, accountability, and authenticity come together to drive real impact. Sam shares the story behind FAB’s creation, the power of struct...

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26:35

Leading for Everyone: Inclusion in Action

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2025/11/24

In this episode, we speak with Alicia McDonnell, from Manchester Airports Group, who shares her experience supporting neurodiverse employees and amplifying voices across early- and mid-career stages. She explores how organisations can move beyond diversity statements to meaningful, day-to-day action, and offers practical insights into recognising and nurturing talent in all its forms. You’ll hear: ➡️ How to design talent development strategies that are genuinely inclusive ➡️ Why r...

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24:49

Tech Careers Aren’t Just for Tech People

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2025/11/17

The brilliant Sarah Lewis and Emma Cooper join the We Are PoWEr Podcast – bringing insight, honesty, and a powerful message for anyone who’s ever thought, “I’m not techie enough.” As leaders within MagTech, the technology team at Manchester Airports Group, they’re proving that building the world’s most intelligent airports takes far more than code – it takes communication, curiosity, and courage. From law and public service to leading tech transformation, Emma’s career shows how transferable ...

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33:41

LGBTQ+ at Work: What Inclusion Really Means

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2025/11/10

The brilliant Emma Preston and Maxwell Crowson join the We Are PoWEr Podcast – bringing honesty, courage, and compassion to a powerful conversation about what real inclusion looks and feels like in everyday life. As part of Manchester Airports Group, Emma and Max are helping shape a culture where colleagues and travelers alike can breathe, belong, and be their authentic selves. From the security queue to the departure gate, they show how inclusion isn’t about grand gestures – it’s built thro...

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23:52

Representation Matters: Ethnic Diversity and...

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2025/11/03

What does it mean to truly belong at work? For Victoria Tobin, Senior People Partner at Manchester Airports Group, the answer is shaped by nearly 20 years of HR leadership across the UK and internationally. From steering complex transformations to shaping cultures where people feel seen and valued, Victoria brings a wealth of insight into how representation and authenticity drive lasting change. Her journey offers a powerful perspective on building workplaces where every voice matters a...

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29:06

The Power of Showing Up with Sophie Milliken MBE

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2025/10/27

The brilliant Sophie Milliken MBE joins the We Are PoWEr Podcast – bringing a conversation about the power of visibility, storytelling, and taking bold action to create lasting impact. As an award-winning entrepreneur, author, and founder of Mojo, Sophie helps leaders and professionals communicate their value and build authentic personal brands that drive opportunity. From running writing retreats in the Yorkshire Dales to chairing Smart Works Newcastle – a charity transforming unemployed wom...

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28:02

How Ngozi Weller & Wayne Bennett Are Changing...

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2025/10/20

The brilliant Ngozi Weller and Wayne Bennett join the We Are PoWEr Podcast – bringing honesty, courage, and vision to a powerful conversation about racial equity, authentic leadership, and creating real change in Manchester and beyond. Their partnership began on a train journey – a chance meeting that sparked a movement. Wayne, a visionary entrepreneur, and Ngozi, a fearless strategist and advocate, combined their complementary strengths to co-found The Racial Equity Group (REG) within Pro Ma...

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24:47

How Emma Green’s Curiosity Built a Career She Never...

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2025/10/13

The brilliant Emma Green joins the We Are PoWEr Podcast – bringing creativity, courage, and a passion for storytelling that’s transforming communities across the North and beyond. As Communications Lead for Peel Waters, Emma combines her love of connection and communication to shape places where people truly belong. From a film studies degree to leading communications for one of the UK’s most ambitious regeneration projects, Emma’s story proves that career paths don’t have to be linear to be ...

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