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Menopausal women are demographically, the fastest growing group of workers in the UK, and they’re often at the height of their career when perimenopause hits them.

Despite it being a natural life process for women, the menopause, and how it can affect you at work, is rarely discussed despite the potential consequences for both employees and employers.

The majority of women don’t feel comfortable talking about their symptoms with their managers but by talking about it openly, raising awareness and putting the right support in place, perhaps we can get to a point where menopause is no longer an issue in the workplace at all!

This is where today’s guest can really help!

Owner and founder of Floresco Training and Coaching, Bev Thorogood offers Menopause Awareness Training in the workplace, providing managers and colleagues with the knowledge and skills to talk positively, productively and confidently about this often taboo subject.

If you are an employee, coping with menopause, or a Manager who wants to support your female staff and create a culture of inclusivity, this podcast is for you.

I am really happy to be covering this important subject for the second time on QueenBee Talks and I’m so pleased to have another fantastic and knowledgable guest talking to me today!

Bev is a member of the British Menopause Society and has worked with other menopause organisations including Henpicked – Menopause in the Workplace.

Find out more at: https://florescotraining.co.uk

Contact Bev info@florescotraining.co.uk Tel: 01778 302464

Find out more about Bev's own podcast here https://florescotraining.co.uk/podcasts/

QueenBee Talks is a podcast for women by women, hosted by me, QueenBee magazine Editor, Kathryn Grace.

This podcast is an extension of QueenBee magazine (a successful online and printed publication covering Stamford, Peterborough and beyond) and dives into topics that matter to women from all walks of life, while sharing thoughtful discussions and personal stories.

From relationships and motherhood to careers and wellness, no subject is off limits... tune in as we investigate, discuss and really dig in on what matters to women.

We are your weekly dose of inspiration, insight, and humour!

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On this week's podcast I am talking to Gabrielle Preston-Banks, a Rapid Transformational Therapist and Coach based in the historic town of Stamford. Gabrielle helps men and women break free from emotional pain, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, relationship issues and more. Her unique process - a combination of Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) and personal coaching - works rapidly, effectively and delivers phenomenal, powerful and permanent results in just 28 - 90 days, reframing your core internal beliefs, values, habits and emotions that are buried deep in the subconscious.

Gabrielle talks about this incredible therapy and how it can help with any issues you may have and she also offers her thoughts and advice on how to cope with uncertainties and low self-worth.

Find out more at: https://www.gabrielleprestonbanks.com

Email: gpb@gabrielleprestonbanks.com

    Call: 07538 770142       Read client testimonials on Gabrielle's facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/gabrielleprestonbanks/

QueenBee Talks is a podcast for women by women, hosted by me, QueenBee magazine Editor, Kathryn Grace.

This podcast is an extension of QueenBee magazine (a successful online and printed publication covering Stamford, Peterborough and beyond) and dives into topics that matter to women from all walks of life, while sharing thoughtful discussions and personal stories.

From relationships and motherhood to careers and wellness, no subject is off limits... tune in as we investigate, discuss and really dig in on what matters to women.

We are your weekly dose of inspiration, insight, and humour!

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Coronavirus has had a big impact on many aspects of our lives and for some of us, income and how we manage our money has been a huge issue. So today I’m talking to an expert on all things money related and we are trying to focus on the positives!

Polly Lee is a chartered accountant and runs a successful business, LeeP Accountants, here in Peterborough. The reason I know that Polly is so good is because she has been my accountant for a few years now and over the last few months she really has been a financial arm around my shoulder as well as being a really lovely lady!

She’s already been invited onto local radio quite a few times recently and I’m really glad she agreed to talk to me today. Polly is helping us understand the furlough scheme, self employed grants, mortgage and car payment holidays, interest rates and lots of other cash related stuff.

Just a little sidenote: things are changing all the time but the information Polly is sharing today is correct as of 10th November 2020.

For advice and help you can contact Polly on:

Tel: 01733 699033

Email: contact@leepfinancial.co.uk

Visit: www.leepfinancial.com

Furlough update link: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/steps-to-take-before-calculating-your-claim-using-the-coronavirus-job-retention-scheme

QueenBee Talks is a podcast for women by women, hosted by me, QueenBee magazine Editor, Kathryn Grace.

This podcast is an extension of QueenBee magazine (a successful online and printed publication covering Stamford, Peterborough and beyond) and dives into topics that matter to women from all walks of life, while sharing thoughtful discussions and personal stories.

From relationships and motherhood to careers and wellness, no subject is off limits... tune in as we investigate, discuss and really dig in on what matters to women.

We are your weekly dose of inspiration, insight, and humour!

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PODSWAP SPECIAL! This week's podcast may take you by surprise! Instead of your usual host, this episode is kindly hosted by the brilliant, multiple iTunes Top 10 podcaster, James Burtt of 'Building The Brand' who has in-depth conversations with entrepreneurs, founders, marketing and brand experts, PR specialists, CEO’s and CMO’s who have built some of the countries most successful companies and brands.

A HUGE thank you to James for sharing this episode with QueenBee Talks!

James talks to a local Peterborough man, entrepreneur and winner of BBC’s The Apprentice, Joseph Valente who shares how he managed to turn around his life after being expelled at the age of 15 and went on to embark on a journey that took him from plumbing apprentice to the ultimate apprentice when he successfully won the biggest business contest on the TV in 2015.

Joseph is an open book in this episode where he discusses:

• The power of the law of attraction

• How he sets and chases goals

• Deciding to sell the service industry rather than waiting for business to come in

• How he achieves based on practical targets mixed with unwavering belief

• How The Apprentice actually works

• Buying his shares back from Lord Sugar

• Scaling up after going back to solo

• Eventually Selling the brand to a bigger investment company

• Moving into helping trade based business owners

• Joseph’s desire to bring back the art of being a gentleman

Connect with Joseph https://www.instagram.com/mrjosephvalente_/?hl=en

Connect with James https://www.instagram.com/jamesburttofficial/

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QueenBee Talks is a podcast for women by women, hosted by me, QueenBee magazine Editor, Kathryn Grace.

This podcast is an extension of QueenBee magazine (a successful online and printed publication covering Stamford, Peterborough and beyond) and dives into topics that matter to women from all walks of life, while sharing thoughtful discussions and personal stories.

From relationships and motherhood to careers and wellness, no subject is off limits... tune in as we investigate, discuss and really dig in on what matters to women.

We are your weekly dose of inspiration, insight, and humour!

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If you run your own business, you may have attended local face to face networking events at some point.

However, Since lockdown, and thanks to Zoom and similar platforms, ONLINE networking quickly became the new ‘normal’ and is helping people to stay connected, build their support network, enhance their careers and even make new friends all from the comfort of their own home. Many business owners, including myself, have embraced this new way of connecting.

Local publisher, Ladey Adey, has recently registered October 29th 2020 as the first ever World Online Networking Day - it is a day to increase awareness and to illustrate the necessity of online networking in today’s climate. To know more visit: https://t4s.site/worldonlinenetworkingday/home/

What better way to celebrate this new awareness day than by talking to Felicity Francis, an amazing business woman who has successfully adapted her own networking business, Talk Networking and who is leading the way in online networking events.

Find out more about Felicity's Talk Networking events by visiting www.talknetworking.co.uk

To contact Felicity:
Phone 01780 693 123
Mobile 07850 017 624
Email info@talknetworking.co.uk

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Miscarriage or stillbirth effects 1 in 4 pregnancies in the UK.

Last week was Baby Loss Awareness Week and today an amazingly brave lady is openly sharing her personal baby loss experience with me. Shelley Cash and her partner Leigh lost their baby daughter Fern after 24 weeks and 5 days of pregnancy to a rare genetic disorder called Edwards Syndrome.

There’s no right or wrong way to feel after losing a baby and stigma and silence often means families feel isolated in their grief - sharing real life experiences can help to break the silence that surrounds baby loss.

Just to warn you, there are tears in this episode and you may find some of this podcast upsetting. Shelley feels it is important to openly discuss her experience to help other parents who may be going through a similar experience.

We discuss:

• How Shelley didn't discover she was pregnant until 19 weeks
• When she found out her baby had Edwards Syndrome and the tests involved
• What is Edwards Syndrome and how common is it?
• Why Shelley and Leigh made the heartbreaking decision to have Fern put to sleep and why Shelley waited until 24 weeks before giving birth to her
• How after 9 hours of labour, Fern was delivered silently into this world and the precious hours they spent with their daughter
• How it felt leaving the maternity ward without their baby girl
• How a facebook support group, talking to other mothers who'd experienced baby loss really helped in their grief
• The cherished memories the incredible '4Louis' charity enabled them to capture at a time they didn’t know they needed them
• The importance of crying and allowing yourself to grieve
• How amazing Peterborough Hospital were in arranging the funeral
• Why they decided to channel their grief into fundraising by driving 10,000 miles across 19 countries in a 20-year-old, 998cc Nissan Micra they named Camel-Tow!

Find out more:

The Baby Loss Awareness Week Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/10329168790

Sands - the leading stillbirth and neonatal death charity in the UK
https://www.sands.org.uk

4Louis - supporting families through miscarriage, stillbirth and child loss
https://4louis.co.uk

Find out more about Edwards Syndrome
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/edwards-syndrome/

If you'd like to donate to Shelley and Leigh's JustGiving page https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/shelleyandleigh

Find out more about the Mongolian Rally adventure https://www.bewildernessadventures.co.uk/about-1

Shelley's marketing business website
www.thecreativemarketingstudio.co.uk

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Have you been through a traumatic divorce? Or are you currently going through one?

On this weeks podcast I’m talking to Paula Crowhurst who is a divorce and separation coach. Paula is passionately committed to helping you find ways to overcome the pain of divorce, so that you can let go of your ex and move forward with your life. Despite the trauma of a divorce, she believes that this can actually be an opportunity to redesign your life just the way you want it.

Divorce represents the death of a marriage and all the hopes and dreams that went into it. And the death of a marriage, like any death, requires a grieving process for healing.

Myself and Paula have both been through traumatic divorces ourselves and have come out the other side much happier. Today we’re discussing our own personal experiences and how we got through such a traumatic time.

Paula talks about the 5 main emotions that you will probably experience during the divorce process and offers practical advice and lots of tips on how to get through what’s undoubtably one of the worse times of your life.

We discuss:

• The 5 main stages of grief that you will probably experience during the divorce process.
• Practical tips on how to cope.
• How we felt when going through our our divorce experience.
• Why a divorce action plan can help the healing process.
• The importance of dealing with your feelings and why burying them can hinder your recovery.
• Coming out the other side happier!
• Looking back on your marriage with clarity.
• How counselling can help you through this difficult time.

... and lots more!
Find out more at the links below:

Visit: https://www.divorceseparationcoach.co.uk

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pollybloomdivorcecoach/

Contact Paula by email: pb@divorceseparationcoach.co.uk

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Calling all animal lovers!

In this episode I’m talking to Vanessa Cunningham, Director of Care and Veterinary Services at Wood Green, The Animals Charity all about cats, dogs, rats, guinea pigs, rabbits, chickens, re-homing, breeders ... and her love of sloths!

We discuss:

• How Wood Green have seen a huge demand from people wanting to re-home an animal during lockdown
• How having a pet can help us cope with anxiety, stress, depression and loneliness
• Why rats and guinea pigs make great pets for kids!
• The rehoming process - how did Wood Green adapt during lockdown
• How Wood Green match an animal to a potential owner
• The illegal breeding trade and how puppies are smuggled into the UK from abroad
• The rise of pet theft
• The importance of micro-chipping your pet
• How Wood Green can support you if you are having issues with your pet
• What to consider if you are considering re-homing an animal and what to do if you need to re-home your pet
• Vanessa's love of sloths (and flamingos)!
• The huge success of the Channel 4 series 'The Doghouse'

... and lots more!

Find out more at the links below:

https://woodgreen.org.uk/

https://woodgreen.org.uk/how-to-help/foster

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/lucys-law-spells-the-beginning-of-the-end-for-puppy-farming

https://www.channel4.com/programmes/the-dog-house

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Have you got a book in you?

Do you have a great idea for a book? Do you need to know where to start? This podcast episode is for you!

In this episode I’m talking to Ladey Adey and her daughter Abbirose, a fabulous mother and daughter team who work together in running their publishing business Pink Parties Press.

They have written over 10 books, with many more planned or in production and are experts in their field.

They support and mentor writers, taking them from an initial idea right through to selling their book on Amazon. Writers learn the whole process of writing and publishing their own book.

We discuss:

• Why Ladey and Abbirose love writing children’s books
• The benefits of writing YOUR own book
• The all important ISBN number - what to be aware of
• Why sell your book on Amazon?
• Royalties - what you can expect to earn
• Why audible books are so popular
• Book cover designs - what to consider

... and lots more!

Ladey has recently launched a brand new book Successful Business Networking Online - for a signed copy visit Ladey’s website Ladeyadey.com or from Amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/Successful-Business-Networking-Online-Ladey/dp/1913579034/

...and has also registered to make 29th October the official WORLD ONLINE NETWORKING DAY. This will be a day to celebrate business networking happening ONLINE in an unprecedented way. To know more visit: https://t4s.site/worldonlinenetworkingday/home/

Find out more, visit www.ladeyadey.com

Podcast: The Ladey Adey Show - all about books

“Nobody sees the world through your eyes” Ladey Adey

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Most of us have struggled in some way during lockdown. In this episode I speak to Steph Williams about anxiety and depression and how CBT can help us cope. Steph is a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner who specialises in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. She runs her own business, 'Become Your Best Self' providing private one-to-ones and supporting anyone with mental health and wellbeing difficulties.

We discuss:

• Anxiety during the COVID pandemic

• Why it's normal to feel anxious

• The difference between Counselling and CBT

• How CBT can help change your thought patterns

• What does anxiety feel like for you?

• It's OK to not be OK!

• How to help yourself and knowing when to ask for help

Visit https://www.becomeyourbestself.net

Email becomeyourbestself19@gmail.com

QueenBee Talks is a podcast for women by women, hosted by me, QueenBee magazine Editor, Kathryn Grace.

This podcast is an extension of QueenBee magazine (a successful online and printed publication covering Stamford, Peterborough and beyond) and dives into topics that matter to women from all walks of life, while sharing thoughtful discussions and personal stories.

From relationships and motherhood to careers and wellness, no subject is off limits... tune in as we investigate, discuss and really dig in on what matters to women.

We are your weekly dose of inspiration, insight, and humour!

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This week’s episode is all about a timeless classic - the T-shirt. I’m talking to Sally McLaren, who founded her own successful t-shirt brand, IVY while on maternity leave following the birth of her daughter Maggie.

We discuss:

• Why we all love a good t-shirt!

• How and why she started her own clothing brand while on maternity leave

• The pros and cons of working for yourself as a busy mum with two young children

• Why she loves being self-employed after a successful 12 year career as a fashion buyer

• How Instagram Influencers and stylists have really helped Sally build her brand

• How Sally adapted and juggled her workload during lockdown

• The many hats you have to wear when working for yourself!

• Why sustainable fashion is at the forefront of IVY

• Why Sally decided to support a fantastic charity through her business during lockdown https://littlevillagehq.org

Visit https://ivyt.co.uk
https://www.instagram.com/ivy_thebrand
https://www.facebook.com/ivytltd

Ladies, check out the QueenBee instagram page today @QueenBeemagazine for a chance to win an IVY T of your choice. I’m running the giveaway until 25th September and a winner will be chosen on 26th. Good luck!

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In this episode I talk to Edward Smith aka Teddi the drag queen. Teddi opens up about all things drag, growing up in Peterborough as a gay man, how he loved living in London, lgbtqia+ and his aspirations and experiences of being a performer. A huge thank you to Teddi The Drag Queen for her patience as (DISCLOSURE TIME!!) we actually ended up recording this episode TWICE... due to me not hitting the 'record' button the first time

Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/teddi957

Insta page: https://www.instagram.com/teddi957/

QueenBee Talks is a podcast for women by women, hosted by me, QueenBee magazine Editor, Kathryn Grace.

This podcast is an extension of QueenBee magazine (a successful online and printed publication covering Stamford, Peterborough and beyond) and dives into topics that matter to women from all walks of life, while sharing thoughtful discussions and personal stories.

From relationships and motherhood to careers and wellness, no subject is off limits... tune in as we investigate, discuss and really dig in on what matters to women.

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In this episode I talk to Michelle Begy, Founder and Manager Director of Ignite Dating, an exclusive dating agency who handpick potential matches based on your lifestyle and aspirations.

We discuss:

• How Ignite Dating match potential partners and how they differ from online dating agencies.

• How we are socially conditioned into choosing potential partners.

• How dating in your 40s or 50s is very different to how we dated in our 20s.

• Dating during lockdown and how it has affected the business.

• What do men and women normally ask for in a potential match (and how that differs between men and women!).

• Do older men usually request much younger women? Michelle reveals all!

• Michelle tells me her favourite love match successes and some funny stories!

• Why are we giggling about The Two Ronnies, Freddie Mercury and Simon Le Bon?

Visit www.igntiedating.co.uk

Email: michelle@ignitedating.co.uk

QueenBee Talks is a podcast for women by women, hosted by QueenBee magazine Editor, Kathryn Grace.

This podcast is an extension of QueenBee magazine (a successful online and printed publication covering Stamford, Peterborough and beyond) and dives into topics that matter to women from all walks of life, while sharing thoughtful discussions and personal stories.

From relationships and motherhood to careers and wellness, no subject is off limits... tune in as we investigate, discuss and really dig in on what matters to women.

We are your weekly dose of inspiration, insight, and humour!

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In this episode I talk to Gemma McGregor, a woman's health specialist, physiotherapist and educator all about menopause. We discuss:

• Perimenopause and menopause symptoms

• HRT - what is it, what does it do, what dose should you take and how does it help?

• Estrogen and progesterone explained

• HRT patches, tablets and gel - what should you choose?

• The Merina Coil and how it releases progesterone into your body

• HRT and the breast cancer link - misconceptions explained

• Tips and advice on helping ourselves - how exercise and eating a healthy diet can help

• Hysterectomys and the menopause

Contact Gemma: gemma@specialisedphysiotherapy.com

Visit https://www.specialisedphysiotherapy.co.uk

Useful links:

https://www.menopausedoctor.co.uk/

https://thebms.org.uk/

https://thebms.org.uk/ QueenBee Talks is a podcast for women by women, hosted by QueenBee magazine Editor, Kathryn Grace.

This podcast is an extension of QueenBee magazine (a successful online and printed publication covering Stamford, Peterborough and beyond) and dives into topics that matter to women from all walks of life, while sharing thoughtful discussions and personal stories.

From relationships and motherhood to careers and wellness, no subject is off limits... tune in as we investigate, discuss and really dig in on what matters to women.

We are your weekly dose of inspiration, insight, and humour!

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In this episode I talk to Jo White of Love Parenthood who opens up about her own fear of giving birth and how she overcame it with hynobirthing. We discuss how she changed careers so she could help other pregnant women prepare for their own labour and birth, teaching mums to own their body, know their rights and trust their instincts.

https://loveparenthood.com

QueenBee Talks is a podcast for women by women, hosted by QueenBee magazine Editor, Kathryn Grace.

This podcast is an extension of QueenBee magazine (a successful online and printed publication covering Stamford, Peterborough and beyond) and dives into topics that matter to women from all walks of life, while sharing thoughtful discussions and personal stories.

From relationships and motherhood to careers and wellness, no subject is off limits... tune in as we investigate, discuss and really dig in on what matters to women.

We want to be your weekly dose of inspiration, insight, and humour!

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In this episode I talk to Melanie Coeshott, award winning career and life coach NLP Practitioner about 'Imposter Syndrome'.

Imposter syndrome describes feelings of severe inadequacy and self-doubt that can leave people fearing that they will be exposed as a “fraud”, usually in their work lives. It can affect anyone, regardless of their success.

We discuss how you might feel if you're suffering from this phenomenon and Melanie gives helpful tips and advice on how to overcome and deal with it.

https://bluediamondcoach.com
https://www.agelifebalance.com
https://www.facebook.com/bluediamondcoach

QueenBee Talks is a podcast for women by women, hosted by QueenBee magazine Editor, Kathryn Grace.

This podcast is an extension of QueenBee magazine (a successful online and printed publication covering Stamford, Peterborough and beyond) and dives into topics that matter to women from all walks of life, while sharing thoughtful discussions and personal stories.

From relationships and motherhood to careers and wellness, no subject is off limits... tune in as we investigate, discuss and really dig in on what matters to women.

We want to be your weekly dose of inspiration, insight, and humour!

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In this episode I talk to Lucy Rose Hanagan about vegan and cruelty-free beauty. We discuss what animal derived ingredients to avoid, how to check if a brand is truly vegan & cruelty free and why some people still buy brands that support cruelty. Lucy, of LR Pro Studio, is an international award winning makeup and brow artist and is 100% vegan, cruelty-free and eco-friendly. She offers bridal makeup, microblading, LVL lashes and brow lamination.

www.lrprostudio.co.uk
Email: info@lrpro.co.uk
Instagram @lrpro_studio

https://www.crueltyfreekitty.com
https://crueltyfree.peta.org

QueenBee Talks is a podcast for women by women, hosted by QueenBee magazine Editor, Kathryn Grace.

This podcast is an extension of QueenBee magazine (a successful online and printed publication covering Stamford, Peterborough and beyond) and dives into topics that matter to women from all walks of life, while sharing thoughtful discussions and personal stories.

From relationships and motherhood to careers and wellness, no subject is off limits... tune in as we investigate, discuss and really dig in on what matters to women.

We want to be your weekly dose of inspiration, insight, and humour!

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In this episode of QueenBee Talks I chat candidly with Yaba and Tola and have a down-to-earth, honest conversation about the Black Lives Matter movement and racism. Yaba and Tola share their personal thoughts and experiences.

Yaba Afful-Logotse BSc, is Director at Afful Health & Fitness Ltd.
Yaba offers online Personal training, tailored workout plans, nutrition planning and health education.
www.affulhf.com
https://www.instagram.com/teamafful/

Tola Macaulay BSc MSTA MSMA is Clinical Director at TMacLife Ltd. Tola offers Sports Therapy & Personal Training Services in and around Peterborough as well as hosting inspiring monthly Female Fitness Brunches.
www.TMacLife.com
https://www.instagram.com/tmaclife/

QueenBee Talks is a podcast for women by women, hosted by QueenBee magazine Editor, Kathryn Grace.

This podcast is an extension of QueenBee magazine (a successful online and printed publication covering Stamford, Peterborough and beyond) and dives into topics that matter to women from all walks of life, while sharing thoughtful discussions and personal stories.

From relationships and motherhood to careers and wellness, no subject is off limits... tune in as we investigate, discuss and really dig in on what matters to women.

We want to be your weekly dose of inspiration, insight, and humour!

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Welcome to the trailer episode of QueenBee Talks - a podcast for women, hosted by QueenBee magazine Editor, Kathryn Grace.

This podcast is an extension of QueenBee magazine (a successful online and printed publication covering Stamford, Peterborough, UK and beyond) and dives into topics that matter to women from all walks of life, while sharing thoughtful discussions and personal stories.

We talk candidly and have down-to-earth, honest conversations with knowledgable experts, influential guests and resilient women.

From relationships and motherhood to careers and wellness, no subject is off limits... tune in as we investigate, discuss and really dig in on what matters to women.

We want to be your weekly dose of inspiration, insight, and humour!

A huge thank you and shout out to James Burtt of https://www.ultimatepodcastgroup.com for his incredible training programme!

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