Little Revolutions: Recent Episodes
Freeda
Little Revolutions is a series of conversations about the double standards, societal problems, and systemic injustices that feel bigger than any one of us. Our guests are activists and politicians, artists and athletes, and many more who are questioning the norms and rewriting the script. Every week, they share relatable little revolutions they’re making in their own lives and the ways in which we can all be changemakers. This podcast is brought to you by Freeda and hosted by Freeda English’s Head of Content, author and journalist Masuma Ahuja. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @freeda_en
Yasmin Benoit is a model, asexual activist, writer and speaker. In this episode we talk about living with multiple identities and resisting the temptation to be make yourself smaller or more "appealing" for society in order to fit the narrow boxes. Follow Yasmin and her work on social media @theyasminbenoit
Garrett Neiman is a nonprofit entrepreneur whose book Rich White Men analyses how this demographic has preserved their monopoly on power, and how people can work towards changing that. This episode explores the themes of his book, including how to be a more effective partner for equity and how to help make a change in this broken system. You can buy Garrett's book at https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/garrett-neiman/rich-white-men/9780306925566/
Michelle Kennedy is the founder and CEO of Peanut, an online community to connect women through life stages, from fertility to the menopause. Michelle talked to us so openly about how she balances running her company, in a society that really isn't build to support working mothers.
To learn more about Michelle follow her @michellekennedylon. You can join the Peanut community @peanut
Lucy Edwards is a blind broadcaster, content creator and activist. In this episode, we talk with her about how to carve your path in a world that isn't set up to enable you. To learn more about Lucy and her work you can follow her @lucyedwardsofficial
Alexandra Haddow is a writer and comedian. She talks to us about the different societal reactions towards funny men and funny women, and how she uses comedy to explore the everyday life and expectations of womanhood.
Follow Alexandra online, @alexandrahaddow, and buy tickets to her Edinburgh Fringe Show ‘Not My Finest Hour here: https://www.pleasance.co.uk/event/alexandra-haddow-not-my-finest-hour.
Elliott Rae is an author, speaker and founder of MusicFootballFatherhood.com - a parenting & lifestyle platform for men. This episode digs deep into what it is to be a man, why we need to redefine masculinity and why gender equality is so vital for absolutely all our sakes.
Follow Elliott on social media @iamelliottrae and you can join the MusicFootballFatherhood community @mffonline_
Austisic and ADHD content creator Ellie Middleton is the founder of the (un)masked community. In this conversation we discuss who you can create space in a world not built for you, and the powerful role that community plays in that. Follow Ellie on social media @elliemidds and check out (un)masked @weareunmasked, a community for autism, ADHD & neurodivergents.
Kamilah McInnis is a broadcaster and journalist. She talks with us about her own mental health struggles, and how that has impacted her outlook on performative social media, and the importance of kindness and community. You can follow Kamilah and her work on social media @kamilahmcinnis
Vex Ashley is a porn performer, director and producer who has been working in the industry for 10 years. In this episode, she speaks to us about how we all discover and discuss sex, along with the role of porn in society and how working in the industry has changed how she views sex.
You can follow Vex (@vextape) and her work @fourchambers on social media.
Daisy Buchanan is an author and journalist. We talk to Daisy about societal expectations surrounding our jobs and careers, but how the definition of success doesn't work for most of us. So we dig into how we can start writing our own definitions.
Read about Daisy's books, including "Careering", on her website and follow her on social media @thedaisybee.
In 2017 Eliza Hatch founded Cheer Up Luv, the internationally recognised photo series and platform retelling accounts of public sexual harassment. In this episode, we talk to her about this widespread problem, and how she uses her passion and creativity as a tool for change and hope. Join the Cheer Up Luv community @cheerupluv, and follow Eliza @elizahatch
Sophie Butler is an activist who creates content through a disabled and queer lens. She speaks to us about how you navigate a world that isn't built to serve you, plus what sustainable change and advocacy can look like. Follow Sophie on social media @sophjbutler
Monika Radojevic is a poet and activist for gender equality. In this episode we talk about how you can find "home" when your identity feels complicated. To see Monika's work follow her on @monikaradojevic
Shivani Pau is a podcast host and entrepreneur. In this episode we explore the double standards that so many of us encounter in the workplace, as well as how to seek out supportive environments that foster inner confidence and authenticity. To listen to more of Shivani, follow her podcast A Millenial Mind and follow her on social media @shivani.pau
Author Ruby Warrington joins us in this episode to discuss how women without children are often seen as a problem to be solved. We discuss how to carve our space for yourself, away from the societal expectations and pressures of motherhood.
Ruby's latest book Women Without Kids is released in the USA 28th March and in the UK on April 13th. Available via www.rubywarrington.com/books/women-without-kids/ Follow her on social media @rubywarrington.
Anyika Onuoro is a retired Team GB athlete and Olympic medalist. She talks with us about how she found community and carved out space for herself, in an industry that isn't always accessible and equitable. Now retired from athletics, she also discusses reclaiming your own narrative and finding the courage to speak your truth.
Follow Anyika on Instagram @anyika
Dr Anne-Marie Imfadion is the CEO of Stemettes, an initiative advocating for women in STEM. With her we discuss believing in your own power when you don't see examples of successful people that you feel represent you. Find Dr Anne-Marie on social media @notyouraverageami
Mandu Reid, leader of the Women's Equality Party, is the first person of colour to lead a national political party in Britain. She talks to us about the importance of equality and trusting that profound change happens. Follow Mandu @mandureid and the Women's Equality Party @WEP_UK on social media.
Author and journalist Rainesford Stauffer talks to us about trusting your own path, the brokenness of all the impossible societal demands and expectations, and small ways in which we can all lead our own authentic lives.
Gender activist Gina Martin was the driving force who campaigned to make upskirting illegal in England and Wales. She talks about activism as a force for good, how to use your voice in a world not built to listen to us all, and how to return to hope after burnout. Follow Gina on Instagram @ginamartin, and on TikTok @ginamartinuk.
Michelle Elman is an author and life coach who launched the body positivity campaign #ScarredNotScared. She talks to us about finding body acceptance in a world of social pressure and criticism, and establishing healthy boundaries in relationships. You can follow Michelle on social media @michellelelman.
Nadia Whittome is the Member of Parliament for Nottingham East and was elected in 2019 at the age of 23. She talks about her experience in politics as a queer working class woman of colour, how to tap into our collective power, and where she (and we all can) find hope in these difficult times. You can follow Nadia on Instagram and TikTok @nadiawhittomemp
Join us every week for conversations with noteworthy guests about how they’re questioning norms and rewriting the script around double standards, societal problems, and systemic injustice.