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Senator Jane Hume had a bit of a slip up during Senate estimates this week... but let's be real: we can relate. If anything, it humanises her as a politician. Plus, it was a lighter moment in the news cycle this week.
In today's episode, Tarla Lambert and Olivia Cleal discuss the recent election of Claudia Sheinbaum as the President of Mexico, and what it means for women's representation worldwide. Also this week, Women's Agenda launched its latest report in partnership with CommBank Women in Focus exploring women-led businesses - we unpack the findings here.
Stories discussed this week:
- Ego men, yes men, convicted men and why we need more women leading
- Molly Baz featured as first pregnant woman on cereal box
- How women are defying the odds to build successful businesses in Australia’s economy: Report
- Evonne Goolagong Cawley honours Lydia Williams in perfect farewell on home soil
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It’s official: Former US President Donald Trump has been found guilty of all 34 charges in his hush money trail, seeing him become the first current or former US president to be convicted of felony crimes. In this week’s episode, Tarla Lambert and Olivia Cleal discuss the breaking news. What will it mean for the 2024 presidential election in November?
All eyes are on Rafah, following a devastating Israeli Military attack in Gaza that killed at least 45 Palestinians. We take a look at the latest from the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and how world leaders are responding.
Also this week, we learned Ariel Bombara alerted police three times to the threat of her father’s collection of 13 guns, just weeks before he shot and killed a mother and daughter in Western Australia. Coming forward for the first time since the incident, she says she felt “let down” by the police. So where is the system going wrong - and what needs to be done about it?
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Stories discussed this week:
- Aussie sailor Lisa Blair becomes first person to solo sail around New Zealand in under 17 days
- ‘A nation first’: Jacinta Allan announces new parliamentary secretary role to change men’s behaviour
- ‘I did everything I could’: Daughter of gunman that killed two women in WA feels ‘let down’ by police
- Trump guilty. First former US president convicted of felony crimes
- ‘This horror must stop’: Israeli airstrikes leave devastation in Rafah
Many refugee families are left without the basics they need to survive this winter. A donation to the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) provides these families with basic essentials such as food, housing, medication, legal support and holistic healthcare. Make a tax-deductible donation to the ASRC’S Winter Appeal, and give refugees and people seeking asylum a hand up as they rebuild their lives. Donate today at asrc.org.au/donate
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women-founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women’s Agenda.
Producers: Olivia Cleal and Allison Ho
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As Budget Week draws to a close, Angela Priestley and Tarla Lambert dissect the wins and the losses for women in this year’s federal budget. Is it really a budget that “works for women”?
Plus: everybody is talking about Baby Reindeer, the British hit show on Netflix. But a controversial interview on Piers Morgan’s YouTube show with Richard Gadd’s alleged stalker has raised some interesting questions. Thank you for listening.
Stories discussed this week:
- ‘Long overdue’: NSW government proposes new bail laws for domestic violence offenders
- David Trone spent $60 million and still couldn’t defeat Angela Alsobrooks
- What’s in the federal budget for women? This is what you need to know
- The key wins for women’s health in the budget
- What advocacy groups are saying about this year’s budget
- Limited support for ‘Crisis’ of domestic and family violence
- Where are women in the ‘Future Made in Australia’ plan?
- The dollars women could save this year following the Federal Budget
- ‘Leave me alone please’: The alleged real-life Martha from ‘Baby Reindeer’ denies stalking claims
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women-founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women’s Agenda.
Producers: Olivia Cleal and Allison Ho
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The list that ranked girls based on their attractiveness that was created by Year 11 boys at Yarra Valley Grammar in Melbourne is unfortunately nothing new. As Chanel Contos said, if you’re surprised, you’re not paying attention. What was promising to see was the swift action from the school’s principal. Find out what he said in this week’s episode.
Ahead of next week’s budget announcement, Tarla Lambert and Olivia Cleal discuss the latest call for Australians to have more babies to combat a decline in the country’s population growth. Plus, we ask how the media can do better when it comes to racial stereotypes.
Stories discussed this week:
- ‘A great mathematical achievement’: Two high school students have solved an ‘impossible’ maths problem
- How young women will benefit from the new prac placement payment and changes to HECS-HELP debt
- It’s going to take a lot more than financial help to convince me to have a baby for the country
- Melbourne private school boys rank female students according to attractiveness
- Sky News’ humiliation of Keegan Payne is a lesson for the media on ‘balanced’ storytelling
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women-founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women’s Agenda.
Producers: Olivia Cleal and Allison Ho
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This week, Angela Priestley and Tarla Lambert break down the federal government’s response to the national crisis of men’s violence against women. Has Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met the needs, or is there still a way to go?
Part of the government’s announcement following the national cabinet was to target young men and boys’ attitudes towards women and girls. We look at a recent study that shows just how dangerous online toxic masculinity can be for male students, as sexist behaviours targeted at female teachers are on the rise.
Don’t worry - we haven’t forgotten the wins that have come out of what has otherwise been a very heavy news week. Nicole Kidman has become the first Australian to win the AFI Life Achievement Award, plus some big news for a female-founded tech company
Stories discussed this week:
- Cyan and Collis Ta’eed achieve a $375.2 million exit, proving you can build a massive business and a life
- Nicole Kidman becomes first Aussie to win AFI Life Achievement Award
- It’s in our ‘national interest’ to deal with this: PM unveils $925 million over 5 years to help women escape violence
- Social media’s ‘feedback loop’ is a barrier for girls pursuing a career in STEM: UNESCO report
- Male students are exhibiting frequent sexist behaviour towards their teachers, new study shows
If you or someone you know is experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, domestic, family or sexual violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or visit 1800RESPECT.org.au for online chat and video call services.
If you are concerned about your behaviour or use of violence, you can contact the Men’s Referral Service on 1300 766 491 or visit http://www.ntv.org.au.
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The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women’s Agenda.
Producers: Olivia Cleal and Allison Ho
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After sharing some wins, Tarla Lambert and Olivia Cleal start this week’s podcast with the biggest story to come out of this week: the outcome of the Lehrmann v Network Ten defamation trial. Justice Michael Lee found, on the balance of probabilities, that Bruce Lehrmann raped Brittany Higgins in March 2019.
This week, we also talk about Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan’s strong words on family and domestic violence, plus – is Australia in a ‘baby drought’, and what does this mean for future generations?
Stories discussed this week:
- Beyoncé is the first Black woman to reach No.1 on the Billboard country album chart
- WA government to provide free period products in public primary schools
- ‘Mr Lehrmann raped Ms Higgins’: Justice Michael Lee delivers judgement on Lehrmann v Network Ten defamation trial
- Jacinta Allan says violence against women is the ‘number one law and order issue’ in Australia
- How Australia has created the perfect storm for a baby drought
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
Producers: Olivia Cleal and Allison Ho
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US-born artist Kirsha Kaechele's Ladies Lounge, a "conceptual artwork" in the MONA in Tasmania, was found to be discriminatory towards NSW Jason Lau, when he was refused entry to the space in April last year. This week, Tarla Lambert and Angela Priestley break down what the case was all about, and what's next for the Ladies Lounge.
On this week's episode of The Crux, we also discuss Serena Williams' venture capital fund that has helped 14 startups reach unicorn status, extraordinary developments in the Bruce Lehrmann defamation trial, plus some exciting wins in Australia and around the world to get you through the weekend!
Stories discussed this week:
- Victorian public sector workers to get paid reproductive and period leave
- 2500 older Swiss women just landed a massive climate victory
- Serena Williams has invested in 14 startups that have now reached unicorn status
- MONA’s women-only lounge discriminated against a man by refusing his entry, tribunal rules
- If ‘building rapport’ means paying for sex, drugs and a $361 steak, then there is something seriously wrong with the Australian media
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
Producers: Olivia Cleal and Allison Ho
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This week, we learned the devastating news that Australian aid worker, Zomi Frankcom, was killed in an Israeli air strike in Gaza. The news has shocked Australia and sparked even greater outrage amongst Australians over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Also this week, Tarla Lambert and Angela Priestley chat about the appointment of Sam Mostyn as Australia’s next governor-general, free contraception in Canada, an unusual economic win for women, plus why everyone in Japan will be named ‘Sato’ in 500 years’ time.
Stories discussed this week:
- Canada’s government to offer free contraception to millions of women
- Samantha Mostyn AO appointed as Australia’s next governor-general
- Humility, grace, intellect: Sam Mostyn is an inspired choice for governor-general
- Australian woman reported to be one of four foreign aid workers killed in Israeli air strike
- ‘Larger than life’: Tributes flow for Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom and her outstanding legacy
- Women in Australia set to inherit $3.2 trillion in the country’s largest wealth transfer: Research
- Oppressive marriage laws in Japan might see everyone named Sato in 500 years’ time
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
Producers: Olivia Cleal and Allison Ho
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It’s the long weekend, so what better way to kick it off than with some wins? We take a look at ultra marathon runner Jasmin Paris and figure skater Deanna Stellato-Dudek. Some major moves for women’s health in Australia as well, with the launch of a new medical research centre in Sydney, plus a huge milestone for women’s reproductive health.
In this episode, Tarla Lambert and Angela Priestley also discuss the so-called woman problem in the Liberal party and what they are - or aren’t - doing about it. Plus, we break down Mary Wooldridge’s National Press Club Address on Australia’s gender pay gaps.
Stories included this week:
- Ultrarunner Jasmin Paris becomes first woman to finish the toughest run in the world
- Retired at 17, world champion at 40: Deanna Stellato-Dudek becomes oldest woman to win skating world title
- National milestone as abortion officially decriminalised in every state and territory in Australia
- Why has the Liberal party kept quiet about its new women’s network?
- Tim Wilson’s back: The Liberal Party’s missed opportunities for preselection progress
- ‘Gender card’ is ‘grievance narrative’ says man who replaced Anne Ruston on Liberal’s SA senate ticket
- To close the gender pay gap, we must ‘reimagine’ what senior leaders look like: Mary Wooldridge
- ‘Fighting medical misogyny’: New Centre to address inequities in health and medicine
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
Producers: Olivia Cleal and Allison Ho
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The World Happiness Report was released this week, with Finland taking the top spot for the seventh year in a row (no surprises there). In this episode, Tarla Lambert and Angela Priestley consider why the same countries top the list year after year - could it have something to do with their women leaders?
Also this week: some desperate changes needed for pregnant and parent employees in Australian workplaces, plus alarming rates of online abuse targeted at elite sportswomen.
Stories discussed this week include:
- Ireland’s PM admits he’s no longer the best person for the job. Others could learn from him
- ‘Rare courage’: Bridget Archer wins prestigious prize for political leadership
- These are 2024’s happiest countries. How does gender factor into it?
- New report urges major changes in workplace conditions for pregnant women
- Nine in 10 elite sportswomen have experienced gendered online harm: Research
- Women are constantly sexualised in sport. Here are just 6 examples
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
Producers: Olivia Cleal and Allison Ho
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Women around the country have vowed to #FinishSamanthasRun, after the 51-year-old mother from Ballarat, Victoria went for her weekly run and never returned home. She was allegedly murdered by 22-year-old Patrick Orren Stephenson, who was charged the day before International Women's Day last week. In this episode, journalist Olivia Cleal joins Tarla Lambert, as they discuss their feelings on violence against women, and how other women stand in solidarity with each other.
Also this week, we chat about potential changes for WFH employees, P!NK's success in New Zealand, plus - is it really women who are the emotional ones in politics?
Content warning: This episode contains references some listeners may find distressing.
If you or someone you know is experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, domestic, family or sexual violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or visit 1800RESPECT.org.au for online chat and video call services.
If you are concerned about your behaviour or use of violence, you can contact the Men’s Referral Service on 1300 766 491 or visit http://www.ntv.org.au.
Feeling worried or no good? No shame, no judgement, safe place to yarn. Speak to a 13YARN Crisis Supporter, call 13 92 76. This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Stories discussed this week:
1800RESPECT launches video counselling service for domestic violence support
Pink becomes first female artist to headline Eden Park in Auckland, drawing record crowd
Women shouldn’t fear murder on a run. Samantha Murphy’s case must be the last straw
The traditional 9am-5pm hours could be scrapped for WFH employees. What will it mean for women?
Bob Katter erupts at Ross Cadell in a verbal confrontation but it’s women who are ‘too emotional’?
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
Producers: Olivia Cleal and Allison Ho
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Sam Kerr's face has been splashed on the front of newspapers and news sites in recent times - but not for the reasons we're used to. She's being accused of racial harassment for calling a police officer a "stupid white b*d". Some are calling it "reverse racism", but is that even a thing?
This week, Angela Priestley and Tarla Lambert also discuss how gender equality could actually be going backwards based on new data, plus a historic announcement from the Albanese government on superannuation and paid parental leave.
Stories included this week:
France becomes first country to enshrine abortion rights into the constitution
The solidarity of two women from across party lines has rattled the old guard. That can only be a good thing.
Sam Kerr called a police officer a ‘stupid white bastard’. Is ‘reverse racism’ a real thing?
Progress on gender equality went backwards in 2023, according to Financy Women’s Index
‘Historic reform’: Government to pay super to parents on paid parental leave
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
Producers: Olivia Cleal and Allison Ho
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Australia jumped higher up the WEF's Gender Index last year, largely due to an increase in women's political representation.
One such woman elected at the 2022 Federal Election was Dr Sophie Scamps, who ran as a community independent in the seat of MacKellar in Sydney and is now commonly known as a Teal.
Dr Scamps is a GP turned climate activist, political candidate and now key part of the crossbench of the 47th Parliament Australia.
She has played a key role in negotiating on pivotal legislation over the past two years, and particularly in pushing for more integrity and greater respect for women in parliament. Some of her key conversations include pushing for an end to "jobs for mates" in politics, and she has also introduced a bill to end childhood obesity.
She spoke about "listening" being the key to her election success during her first parliamentary speech, where she called for the government to declare a climate emergency and more investment in renewable energy.
Dr Scamps joined Women's Agenda's Co Founder Angela Priestley for a conversation on domestic issues, in one with International Women's Day. During this discussion we discuss women's safety, the impacts of climate change on women, women's health and of course integrity in Parliament.
Thanks for listening.
And please join us again tomorrow, for a latest take through the biggest stories of the week.
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The wait is over - we now have access to the gender pay gaps of more than 5,000 Australian businesses, and some of the results are pretty grim. Angela Priestley and Tarla Lambert discuss their key takeaways from the data.
There’s another gender gap we talk about this week - it’s a gender exercise gap. More than half of women say they don’t exercise as much as they want to. Why is this the case?
We also look at why Sydney Mardi Gras will feel different this year, plus some wins for the week. Thank you for listening.
Stories discussed this week:
- Ruth Gottesman makes $1.5b donation to New York medical school
- Caroline Kennedy to participate in Shitbox Rally, raising money for cancer research
- 20 Australian businesses and their gender pay gaps, according to new data from WGEA
- Activate your career with us! Just ignore the 37.1% gender pay gap
- So you just found out men are earning significantly more than you. What now?
- ‘Anyone can be a victim of violence’: The horrific alleged murders of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies
- Mardi Gras board asks NSW Police not to participate in this weekend’s parade
- Name-dropping Taylor Swift in a political speech doesn’t undo Scott Morrison’s damage to women
- More than half of women don’t exercise as much as they would like, new research finds
Today’s podcast is made possible thanks to Grant Thornton Australia. Women’s Agenda is partnering with Grant Thornton on their SuperWomen Initiative by spotlighting women in superannuation. Through Roundtable discussions and a dedicated podcast profile series, we are examining how women are pushing to transform superannuation in Australia. You can learn more about the series at womensagenda.com.au/superwomen
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
Producers: Olivia Cleal and Allison Ho
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Among several exciting appointments from this week was the appointment of Amanda Bardwell as CEO of Woolworths, following the current CEO Brad Banducci’s disastrous interview on ABC Four Corners. But it’s a tale as old as time: a man makes a mess, and a woman cleans it up. Why do they keep handing us the mop?
This week, we discuss the horrific term used to describe Kelly Wilkinson in the days before her murder, courageous research from Jean Hailes on women’s health, and so much more.
Stories discussed this week:
- Jo Yapp becomes first full-time coach of the Wallaroos
- Minderoo Foundation appoints new Gender Equality Executive Director
- Woolworths CEO Brad Banducci retires, will be replaced by Amanda Bardwell
- Kelly Wilkinson told police she was in danger. Police said she was ‘cop-shopping’
- Taylor Swift’s Eras tour boosts Melbourne’s spending by $174 million
- Mateship is for the girls: The Taylor Swift friendship bracelet frenzy is proof
- Paid millions, CEOs should expect public scrutiny and not walk out
- Paid leave should encompass all women’s health concerns, new Jean Hailes report shows
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The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
Producers: Olivia Cleal and Allison Ho
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Barnaby Joyce seems to be getting away with his usual antics. Very few people are calling the Deputy Nationals leader out on his booze-fest last week - and it’s mainly women who are stepping up. What will it take for him to step down?
This week, journalist Olivia Cleal joins Tarla Lambert to discuss the wins in women’s sport from all ages, concerning research findings on women’s health and the “vague” language in job ads stopping women from applying.
Stories from this week include:
- Aussie surfer Molly Picklum scores first women’s perfect 10 at Pipeline
- ‘You are more capable than you think’: 92-year-old breaks water skiing record
- How Barnaby Joyce’s booze fest made me reflect on my own obvious bias
- HILDA study shows young women experience higher levels of psychological distress
- Vague language in job ads can push women away. New research shows how employers can attract more female applicants
This episode of The Crux is brought to you by the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre. Good food feeds the heart and soul, and sharing a meal together has the power to unite people from diverse backgrounds as one family, one community and one people. This is the power of Feast for Freedom. Come together as a community and celebrate the food, culture, and stories of refugees and people seeking asylum, while raising vital funds for the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre. Register as a host for Feast for Freedom this February and come together with friends, family, and community over a shared meal, cooked from delicious foods and recipes gifted by refugees.
For more information, visit www.feastforfreedom.org.au
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
Producers: Olivia Cleal and Allison Ho
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why are all-female founded startups still only getting just four per cent of funding in 2023? Most of the $3.5 billion went to all-male founded teams. Is it because women just don’t have good business ideas? Or is it yet another sign of a sick startup ecosystem? As Angela Priestley and Tarla Lambert agree: “More to be done.”
Lots of good news from Parliament House this week, including the “right to disconnect” Bill, the government’s new legislation to scrap “sexual reputation” as admissible evidence in sexual assault cases, plus Senator Raff Ciccone becoming the first father to bring his baby into the Senate.
We end this ep with a wrap of the Grammys, which this year was all about women! Thank you for listening.
Stories included this week:
- ‘Sexual reputation’ would no longer be admissible as evidence in government’s proposed Bill
- Anthony Albanese calls for men to ‘take responsibility’ for Australia’s epidemic of violence against women
- Investors overwhelmingly backed all-male startup teams in 2023
- Want a better work-life balance? The new ‘right to disconnect’ legislation might help
- Jay-Z’s shout out to his wife: Why has Beyoncé never won Album of the Year at the Grammys?
- Tracy Chapman’s ‘Fast Car’ reaches number one on iTunes, 36 years after its release
- ‘Rot in piss’: Phoebe Bridgers takes aim at former Recording Academy CEO over remarks about women
- The Grammys was all about women this year
- Kylie Minogue wins second Grammy in four-decade career
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
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We know women and girls are disproportionately affected by AI-distorted images and deepfakes on social media. This week, we saw it happen to two high-profile women: Taylor Swift and Victorian MP Georgie Purcell. But who is really responsible?
This week, Angela Priestley and Tarla Lambert look at the ABC’s first episode of its docuseries Nemesis, a three-part docuseries looking into the nine-year Coalition government in Australia. Plus, they discuss the neo Nazi group making an appearance in Sydney on Australia Day.
Stories discussed this week include:
- E Jean Carroll suggests she will fund ‘something Trump hates’ after $83 million defamation ruling
- Right-wing personalities claim Taylor Swift is rigging 2024 presidential election
- Those working in the care sector remain largely ignored in Australia Day honours
- Dr Sabrin Farooqui receives OAM, as hundreds of Aussies are recognised for their service
- ‘Egregious invasion of privacy’: Taylor Swift’s name blocked on X after sexually explicit deepfakes go viral
- ‘Your body is always up for grabs’: Nine News photoshops Victorian MP Georgie Purcell’s body
- Adobe confirms edited image of Georgie Purcell would have required ‘human intervention’
- What we learnt from the first ep of Nemesis? That the Liberal Party is still as cooked as ever
- Neo-nazis in Artarmon? A stark reminder that none of us are immune from the politics of division
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
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No, we didn’t record this episode in a sauna, nor an ice bath. But this week, we found out that some people actually conduct business from such places. Are they serious?
In this week’s episode, Angela Priestley and Olivia Cleal discuss the Barbie snub at this year’s Oscar nominations, how climate change increases unplanned pregnancies, the stage three tax cuts and an inquiry into women’s pain in Victoria.
Stories discussed this week:
- ‘A better deal for working women’: Albanese unveils changes to Stage 3 tax cuts
- ‘Not everybody gets a prize’: Whoopi Goldberg defends Oscars after Barbie snub
- When did business meetings in saunas and ice baths become a thing
- New research finds women faced higher rates of unplanned pregnancies in 2022 Northern Rivers floods
- Men to take majority of tax cuts as women still fight for equal pay
- Oscars 2024: Barbie’s plot plays out in real life as Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie snubbed
- ‘It’s time we stopped treating women’s health like a niche issue’: Victoria launches inquiry into women’s pain
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
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Welcome back to The Crux for 2024! The team at Women's Agenda are well-rested and ready to get stuck back into reporting on the biggest issues faced by women in Australia and around the world.
In our first episode for 2024, we start with a couple of great wins, including Mar Galcerán becoming the first parliamentarian in Spain with Down syndrome, as well as Naomi Osaka's open vulnerability about returning to tennis after childbirth.
It's a record-breaking year for democracy around the world - but will we get proper representation of women leaders that we so desperately need? It doesn't look like it. Plus - how on earth are Australia's richest people making $1.5 million per hour? And how on earth do we stop it?
Stories from this week include:
- Mar Galcerán is Spain’s first parliamentarian with Down syndrome
- Naomi Osaka’s open vulnerability on tennis as a new mother is a win
- Men set to still dominate leadership this record-breaking election year but some firsts ahead for women
- Australia’s three richest people have made $1.5 million per hour since 2020. How on earth do we stop this?
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
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And just like that, 2023 is done! This episode is a wrap up of some of the biggest moments from this year in Australia. We go over key numbers, key appointments, key events and so much more.
As another massive year draws to a close, we have a few people we'd like to thank. Firstly, thank you to all our partners for helping Women's Agenda bring our audience daily news updates and in-depth analyses every single day. Of course, those stories wouldn't happen without our small but mighty team at Women's Agenda. Thank you to our journalists, editors and producers for covering all of the biggest stories from 2023. Finally, thank you to our listeners and our readers for engaging in our content this year.
See you in 2024!
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
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Women’s Agenda journalist Olivia Cleal joins Angela Priestley as on The Crux to discuss the stories of the week.
This week, we discuss Annastacia Palaszczuk retiring from politics, and later, Pamela Anderson making headlines again for her “pro-ageing” movement. Plus, Angela Priestley sits down with human rights lawyer Prabha Nandagopal from Elevate Consulting Partners to talk more on the positive duty changes that came into effect this week.
Stories discussed this week:
- A man has told the truth about how women are affected by violence. Finally.
- ‘It’s harder to hit a moving target’: The remarkable evolution of Taylor Swift laid bare in Time’s Person of the Year Interview
- Annastacia Palaszczuk took a decimated party to victory to become the longest-serving female premier
- Pamela Anderson’s bare-faced “rebellion” is a small step for our right as women to age on our own terms
- Please stop asking me when I’m going to retire
- Party season comes just as employers required to proactively eliminate sexual harassment
- What is ‘positive duty’ and how will it work?
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
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One of the biggest stories to come out of this week was allegations of indecent assault made against former 2GB radio host Alan Jones. The Sydney Morning Herald’s major investigation into the allegations has dominated headlines over the past couple of days. We discuss the story and the incredible power Alan Jones has wielded - until now, perhaps.
Only 15 out of the 140 speakers at the COP28 climate summit are women, which is actually an improvement from last year (yay). But why does this matter? Why do we need more women involved in global negotiations around climate?
Plus Olivia Cleal joins us to share her insights as she follows the Lehrmann v Network Ten defamation trial.
Stories included this week:
- 1800RESPECT now has an SMS service for victims of family and domestic violence
- ‘Advocating always for others’: Labor MP Peta Murphy has died
- 2GB hosts respond to ‘serious’ allegations against Alan Jones
- Only 15 out of the 140 speakers at the COP28 climate summit are women
- Hillary Clinton slams COP28 for lack of women
- Lehrmann v Network Ten trial stories
- Powerful Leaders are crying (literally) for women to have more babies
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Four domestic violence deaths. Seven days. One state in Australia. We are living in a global epidemic of male-perpetrated violence - but an American comedian decided to make a joke about it in his Netflix special. Is it really that funny? We also discuss the three female CEOs that have made headlines this week - good news, and not-so-good news…
WARNING: This podcast episode contains discussions and references to family and domestic violence, which may be distressing or triggering for some listeners. If you or someone you know is in need of support or resources related to these topics, please consider reaching out to a local helpline or support organization.
Stories discussed this week:
- ‘R.I.P. mom’: Sisters from the US laugh their way through grief
- Gender equality in Victorian Parliament: the victory no one’s talking about
- Is CEO of X, Linda Yaccarino the ultimate glass cliff candidate?
- The new boss of Open AI is 34-year old Mira Murati
- CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin resigns in ‘best interest of Optus moving forward’
- ‘For the boys’: Matt Rife’s sh*t joke says everything about our cultural acceptance of domestic violence
- There have been four alleged domestic violence homicides in SA in one week
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
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How can we expect more women to be in leadership roles, when just seven per cent of managerial positions are part-time? We discuss ways that companies can shift their leadership model to give more women a seat at the table.
Speaking of which, earlier this week Tarla sat down with Australian philanthropist and businesswoman Carol Schwartz about VC funding for female entrepreneurs and female-founded businesses. We find out more about her trailblazing efforts to champion female entrepreneurship, part of Women’s Agenda’s Global Entrepreneurs Week series.
Plus - are TikTok videos the new resumes and cover letters?
Stories included this week:
- ‘Matilda’ named 2023 Word of the Year recognising our trailblazing national team
- ‘All in this together’: All ages and backgrounds push for climate action today
- Leadership? Not with a ‘part time promotion cliff’ still holding women back
- Four-day school weeks: a ‘future facing’ approach or just another challenge for women?
- Goodbye cover letters and CVs, hello TikTok resumes?
- Women’s Agenda’s Global Entrepreneurs Week series
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Is it enough to “hope” for more diversity in next year’s Startup Muster top mentors list? As a female mentor of Angela Priestly’s once told her, hope is not a strategy. It’s clear after the 2023 Startup Muster report’s first version of the top eight mentors in the sector that we must find a better action plan to have more diversity and inclusion in Australia’s startups.
This week, we also take a look at a staggering report that shows three in five employers in Australia are failing to take sexual harassment and discrimination complaints seriously. But we also have a few wins to recognise, including the Matildas’ pay boost, a positive update on US reproductive rights and a woman on live TV in Australia leading the way in normalising conversations of menopause and perimenopause.
Stories included this week
- Matildas to receive pay boost and equal treatment under new CBA
- How US voters turned out to support abortion rights
- The all-male mentor list is a symptom of a sick startup ecosystem
- Three in five employers fail to take sexual harassment and discrimination complaints seriously
- ‘I don’t think hormones respect national television’: Guest host praised for normalising perimenopause symptoms on live TV
- Senator Larissa Waters to motion inquiry into the impact of menopause and perimenopause on women
- Reserve Bank issues first cash rate rise under Michele Bullock
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
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We have two special guests on this week’s episode of The Crux! First, Angela Priestley speaks with Katherine Berney from the National Women’s Safety Alliance on the epidemic of family and domestic violence in Australia. Katherine, who received the Emerging Leader in the Not-For-Profit Sector Award at the Women’s Agenda Leadership Awards last month, shares her views on the last week, where we saw five women killed in one week.
Later, Tarla Lambert sits down with Amanda Rishworth, the Minister for Families and Social Services, to learn more about the new Carer Inclusive Workplace Initiative. The Albanese government announced the new framework at the end of October during Carers Week, saying it will be a win for all unpaid carers in Australia, but also a win for employers.
Stories included this week:
- A hand up, not a hand out: CARE Australia’s Lendwithcare platform, a sustainable approach to charitable support
- Larissa Waters, Bridget Archer and Alicia Payne call for renewed focus on men’s violence
- Male violence kills five women in ten days as police discover a woman’s body in Perth
- A ‘good guy’ who snapped? We must do better and unite on ending gender-based violence in Australia
- Lilie James’ grandmother pays tribute to the 21-year-old who was ‘full of life’ and ‘so kind’
- Headlines offering ‘reasons’ why a man murders a woman are a distraction
WARNING: This podcast episode contains discussions and references to family and domestic violence, which may be distressing or triggering for some listeners. If you or someone you know is in need of support or resources related to these topics, please consider reaching out to a local helpline or support organization.
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
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WARNING: This episode contains references of sexual assault and rape. If you want to avoid this content, skip from 5:45 to 10:03.
PSA: Female business owners are not “side hustlers” – just try running Women’s Agenda for a day! It’s not something we can do in our free time. But not everyone thinks the same. It’s time people start taking female-owned businesses more seriously, especially since address women’s economic inequality can bring $128 billion to the Australian economy!
This week, we also discuss the women’s strike in Iceland, the government’s new project to address toxic masculinity and the unfolding revelation of Bruce Lehrmann as the “high profile man” accused of rape in Toowoomba.
Stories included this week:
- The federal government launches three-year project to address toxic masculinity on social media
- Why did Icelandic women strike for gender equality when Iceland leads the world?
- Bruce Lehrmann is the ‘high profile’ man charged with rape in Queensland
- End the ‘normalisation’ of women’s economic inequality and unlock $128 billion
- What it really costs women to have a child in Australia
- Female entrepreneurs are missing out on critical funding and opportunities to scale. It’s because we’re often perceived as “side hustlers”.
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
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One week on from our Women’s Agenda Leadership Awards, and we are still on a high! It was a fantastic evening shared with the most talented, hard-working, inspiring women in the country. Thanks to all who attended – see you next year!
It’s also one week on from the failed Voice to Parliament referendum, and we reflect on the Week of Silence some Indigenous leaders have committed to. We ask – where do we go from here?
We also discuss New Zealand’s newly elected Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon, the winners of the Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science in Australia, the start of the A-League Women’s, and more.
Stories included this week:
- NZ’s new leadership a world away from Jacinda Ardern era
- The future of Australia has been tainted by one word: No
- Women sweep this year’s Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science
- Record crowds flocked to A-League Women for Cortnee Vine’s homecoming
- How women in Israel and Palestine are pushing for peace- together
- Gaza’s catastrophic humanitarian crisis needs courageous politicians
- Indigenous leaders ask for a ‘Week of Silence’ to grieve the Voice
- The winners of the 2023 Women’s Agenda Leadership Awards
- Jameela Jamil urges to ‘think before you speak’. We’re looking at you, Joe Biden
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
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This week, the world has watched on as the conflict between Israel and Hamas unfolded. In today’s episode, we discuss what we know so far and how it will impact women and girls caught in the middle, particularly off the back of International Day of the Girl Child. We managed to find some bright spots amidst the darker news we’ve seen, including Cheng Lei’s release from Chinese prison, plus the VC fund ALIAVIA committing to only investing in companies with at least one female co-founder. Most of all, with everything going on in Australia and around the world, we call on you to be kind to one another.
Stories included this week:
- ‘We want more female-led billion dollar startups’: Robyn Denholm and Carol Schwartz back female-led VC
- ‘Tight hugs, teary screams’: Cheng Lei released from three-year detainment in China
- Peace activist feared abducted, as Gaza conflict enters its fifth day
- The climate crisis is an emergency for girls’ rights globally
- Shocking statistics from Plan International confirm long road ahead for gender equality
- World Mental Health Day: financial stress one of the main triggers of poor mental health for Australian women
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
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Among many other things, boy math is not counting women for awards and on lists. This week, Katalin Karikó and Anne L’Hullier won Nobel Prizes in medicine and physics, but there is still a long way to go in recognising the achievements of women in all fields. Why do we think this? A list from LinkedIn on the top Australian startups in 2023 featured 32 men and just one woman. Boy math…
On this episode, we also look at Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil’s cool, calm and cutting shot at Peter Dutton, plus 104-year-old Dorothy Hoffner who became the oldest skydiver ever.
Our annual Women’s Agenda Leadership Awards are just days away! You can still get tickets here: https://www.womensleadershipawards.com.au/get-ticket/
We hope to see you there!
Stories included this week:
- 104-year-old woman to become the oldest skydiver ever
- Calm and cutting: Clare O’Neil attacks Peter Dutton’s ‘tough’ record
- Katalin Karikó becomes 13th woman to win Nobel Prize in Medicine
- How we hired 2023 Nobel laureate Anne L’Huillier – and why we knew she was destined for greatness
- Trump, Musk and Kevin McCarthy can’t escape boy math
- LinkedIn’s 2023 list of top Australian startups features one woman… and 32 men
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
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Global media mogul Rupert Murdoch has stepped down as the head of News Corp and Fox News. His successor? His son, Lachlan. The Murdoch media empire continues…
In this episode, we discuss the damning allegations against British comedian Russell Brand, plus the moment Jann Wenner from Rolling Stone said women and POC were not “articulate” enough to feature in his book celebrating Rock n Roll Hall of Fame legends.
Stories discussed this week include:
Rupert Murdoch steps down but wretched legacy remains
‘I’m voting yes’: Cathy Freeman offers her support for the Voice
‘No’ voters aren’t proud of their decision. It’s why most of them stay silent.
India passes bill reserving one third of parliament seats for women
Somalia’s first all-women media company to expand
Russell Brand accused of multiple assaults by four different women
‘No woman was articulate enough’: We translate this music gatekeeper’s sexist and racist comments
Only men who hold the same power and privilege as Murdoch will miss him
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In this week's episode, we interview sexual consent activist Chanel Contos. Her new book Consent Laid Bare: Sex, Entitlement & the Distortion of Desire will hit the shelves on September 12. Be sure to pick up a copy!
Speaking of consent, we are still talking about the infuriating case of Luis Rubiales and his non-consensual kiss with Jenni Hermoso after the FIFA Women's World Cup. He's been suspended by FIFA for 90 days, but is it enough?
We are just six weeks away from the Voice in Parliament referendum, and Liberal Leader Peter Dutton showed exactly how low he’s capable of going this week as campaigning ramps up. Nonetheless, Yes campaigners like Tanya Hosch continue to show their courage.
We also talk about Laura Kane's new senior executive appointment in the AFL and new research into women's scepticism of AI.
Stories discussed this week include:
Peter Dutton is prepared to sink to unknown depths for a crumb of political sway
Tanya Hosch reveals leg amputation as she makes case for ‘Yes’ vote
Women are more sceptical of AI than men, new research finds
First female solo match officials to referee men’s NRL games
Laura Kane becomes first woman appointed in senior executive role in the AFL
‘But she didn’t push him away!’ Hey Rubiales defenders, we’re not doing this anymore
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It's been a while since we've heard anything from Nick Kyrgios... so he's put his two cents in about the Queensland government's announcement to erect a statue of the Matildas at Suncorp Stadium. He reckons it's "nuts", and former Australian basketball player Andrew Bogut thinks we should "move on". Sounds like someone's a little salty they don't get a statue...
On this week's episode, we also discuss the decision to increase the prize money for the 2023 AFLW season, the Wallaroo's calling out Rugby Australia for unequal treatment, the Spanish football chief resigning (finally) over the kissing incident at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup Final, and the staggering new statistics of sexual assault and domestic violence in Australia.
WARNING: This podcast contains reference to sexual assault, sexual harassment and sexual violence. If you want to avoid this content, listen to the first 15 minutes of the episode.
Stories discussed this week include:
AFLW prize money doubled ahead of the 2023 season launch
Wallaroos call out Rugby Australia’s lip service on pay and conditions
Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales to resign after kissing incident
‘You’re a little Barbie yourself, aren’t you?’ And other sexist questions from sports journalists
‘Move on’: Male athletes oppose statue of Matildas at Suncorp Stadium
Home is where the violence happens for women
Federal government sets new targets to end violence against women
A reminder that nominations for The Women’s Agenda Leadership Awards close next week! Don’t forget to apply or nominate someone you know.
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We tried so hard to not talk too much about The Matildas… but we couldn’t help ourselves – we’re just so proud! Although the Aussies went down to the English Lionesses on Wednesday, we still see it as a win for women. Speaking of wins, Mark Latham has been sacked by Pauline Hanson as leader of One Nation NSW, and ASX top 20 organisation Transurban has a new female CEO, Michelle Jablko. Out with the old, in with the new.
Other stories we cover in this week’s episode include the federal government’s latest action to end violence against women, backlash against Japanese female politicians for a photo on social media, and Elon Musk challenging Mark Zuckerberg to a cage fight to settle their differences… at least it’s for charity, right?
Stories discussed this week include:
Pauline Hanson sacks Mark Latham as leader of One Nation NSW
Michelle Jablko appointed Transurban CEO, boosting number of women running Australia’s top 20 companies
Matildas knocked out of the FIFA Women’s World Cup in thrilling semi-final match
Win or lose tonight, the Matildas have already achieved so much
Corporate partners should invest in women’s elite sport: Research
Federal government sets new targets to end violence against women
Posing in front of the Eiffel Tower attracts criticism of female Japanese politicians
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Did you ever think we would go backwards in gender parity within government cabinets around the world? Neither did we. It’s happening in countries like Hungary, where they now have an all-male cabinet.
On a more positive note, the Matildas v Canada Women’s World Cup match became Channel 7’s most watched program of the year. We think Brazilian soccer icon Marta’s brilliant press conference speech sums up the rise in women’s football quite nicely: “20 years ago, in 2003, nobody knew Marta – it was my first World Cup. Twenty years later we have become the reference for women all over the world.”
We take a look at all this, plus the cost of living and how it’s affecting women more acutely in climate disaster-affected areas, as well as Senator David Pocock’s new ‘duty of care’ climate bill.
Stories discussed this week include:
The countries that still have all-male cabinets
Women more likely to be multiple job holders than men
The ‘duty of care’ bill is a chance for the government to show it cares about young people
‘Incredibly hard’: Climate disasters amid a cost-of-living crisis impacting women most acutely
‘I didn’t have a female idol, you guys didn’t show female games’: Marta on the persistence from players that progressed women’s football
Matildas win was Seven’s most watched program of the year
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We're interrupting our regular schedule to share this important interview with Professor Megan Davis!
Megan is a Cobble Cobble woman from south-west Queensland with a long and impressive international career, and someone who is instrumental in The Voice debate and the upcoming referendum.
Megan has just published a new book, co-authored with George Williams and published by UNSW Press, Everything you need to know about The Voice, described as essential reading on the Voice to parliament and government, how our Constitution was drafted, what the 1967 referendum achieved, what it left unfinished and the Uluru Statement.
Megan is Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous UNSW and a Professor of Law, UNSW Law. She currently serves as a United Nations expert with the UN Human Rights Council's Expert Mechanism on the rights of Indigenous peoples based in UN Geneva
Davis was also one of our very first Agenda Setters of the Year, at the Women's Agenda Leadership Awards -- ten years ago in 2013!
You can learn more and buy the book here.
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When is a good time to take a call from you mum? Likely not on air, especially if you've lacked kindness and respect. Michele Bullock will replace Phillip Lowe at the RBA, a win or much of the same thing? Equal pay and the FIFA Women's World Cup.
And we talk about Imposter Syndrome. Is social media making it worse? Likely, possibly, it all depends.
Stories discussed this week include:
Meet Michele Bullock, the RBA insider tasked with making the Reserve Bank more outward-looking as its next governor
Fox anchor schooled by his mum on live TV: “Be kind and respectful”
When the spotlight’s on but it’s still ‘not the time’ to discuss equal pay
French advertisement for FIFA Women’s World Cup goes viral
Imposter Syndrome and the Role of Social Media (from Psychology Today)
Should you see Barbie? An unequivocal, YES
Thanks to Olivia Cleal for producing this episode! The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% women founded and owned media business, publishing the daily news publication Women's Agenda.
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If you "choose" to work from home, then you're saving time and money! As one 1990s premier proposed this week, how about taking a pay cut to support productivity and pay rises elsewhere? We discuss the idea, just as one of the country's biggest employers is set to offer more guaranteed flexibility.
Elsewhere, we dive into a discussion on 'boundaries' as red flags to controlling behaviour, thanks to Jonah Hill.
Plus, we are days from the FIFA Women's World Cup! And we learn that, unlike the men's world cup, you'll have to pay to watch 100 per cent of the games.
And some closing thoughts on what it means to be a courageous person, thanks to what we learned from the Robodebt Royal Commission's findings.
Stories discussed this week include:
Cut pay for those working from home? No, Jeff Kennett
Are men using ‘boundaries’ and ‘therapy language’ in relationships to hide misogyny?
The Hannah Clarke inquest reveals, yet again, significant system failures. Here’s what’s urgently needed for women’s safety
Only 25 percent of FIFA Women’s World Cup matches will be on free-to-air TV
The gaslighter needs to quit the act and leave Parliament immediately
Inside Robo-debt: The Whistleblower
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Good news, we've got only 131 years to wait for gender equality! That's according to the latest World Economic Forum report.
In the meantime, we'll take heart in the Australian version of The Office putting a woman in charge.
Also discussed, the "health leave" that men in politics take when they get found out, plus how only one in five Dad feels supported by their workplace during their partner's pregnancy.
And much more. These are the key stories we've covering on Women's Agenda this week.
Key stories discussed this week include
Leigh Sales nominated for Gold Logie for the first time
The Office is getting an Australian adaptation – with a woman at the helm
Andrew Tate charged with human trafficking and rape
Historic Voice to Parliament legislation passes the Senate for an official referendum
‘Health leave’: The hasty detour men in politics take when they get found out
It will take 131 years to close the global gender gap and progress is stalling
Only 1 in 5 dads feel supported by their workplace during their partner’s pregnancy: Research
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We find the wins in an otherwise difficult week on progress for women at work, given what's happened in parliament. We look at a new app for reporting racism and sexual misconduct, the Hollywood actors calling out ageism, and share an excellent interview with Effie Zahos, author and one of Australia's leading personal finance commentators.
But also this week we delve into the 'dehumanising' of sexual assault victim-survivors that has occurred via the media and in politics, and whether women are being sent a message to 'watch out'.
Finally, we examine the research finding that when men believe they are allies, women often disagree.
Effie is one of Australia's leading personal finance commentators with more than two decades of experience helping Australians make the most of their money.
Stories mentioned this week include:
Report it: Div Pillay’s rolling out anonymous reporting to help end racism and discrimination at work
Say ‘you look good’ without adding ‘for your age’: Hollywood stars speak up about ageing
The message to women on coming forward? ‘Watch out’
Sexual assault support services warn of ‘dehumanising’ victim-survivors amid Brittany Higgins’ leaked texts
When men believe they are allies, women often disagree
Check out Effie’s quiz - Test My Money IQ: Financial Literacy Quiz | Canstar
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Feeling the cost of living crunch from rising rates, rent and everything else? RBA Governor Philip Lowe has the answer: just work more hours and spend less! Why didn't we think of that already?
Also this week, we celebrate some of the women behind Kathleen Folbigg's release, and what they show about long-term friendship and the power of science.
We ask if extending school hours to 6pm is the answer to all our flexibility problems.
And the rollout of free period products in ACT, and the FinTech founded and led by women proving that startups can also offer generous paid parental leave.
This week's episode is made possible thanks to the support of the Cartier Women’s Initiative.
Stories discussed this week include:
Free period products to be available across the ACT as new legislation passes
The FinTech led by women and proving startups can play too on paid parental leave equality
The women behind Kathleen Folbigg’s pardon
Work more, cut spending? RBA Governor Philip Lowe’s out-of-touch comments
Children at school from 9am-6pm isn’t the answer but family-friendly schools matter
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How and why are women the public face of the PwC tax scandal, when men made the mess? Plus we look at the Ben Roberts-Smith saga and defamation law in Australia. And the founder turned CEO who was ousted from her position -- and the advice Kristy Carr now has for other entrepreneurs.
Plus! We have an interview with Tracey Spicer, following the release of her excellent new book Man Made.
Check out all the stories discussed in this week's ep below, and a link to Tracey's book
Kristy Carr speaks out after public ousting with advice for female entrepreneurs
The women taking the public scrutiny of the PwC mess
A win for the press, a big loss for Ben Roberts-Smith: what does this judgment tell us about defamation law?
‘Balance of probabilities’: Ben Roberts-Smith loses defamation case
Bruce Lehrmann breaks silence over rape claim in an interview with Channel 7
Tracey Spicer – MAN-MADE
Cartier Women’s Initiative
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What happens when a CEO shares a photo of herself breastfeeding her daughter during a team meeting? Plenty of positive things, but also misogyny.
Also the significant and life-saving reduction in wait times to access paid parental leave.
Stan Grant’s emotional words and call for the media to do better.
Inaccessible and unaffordable childcare in regional Australia, and how it’s holding families back.
Plus, we speak to Brooke Blurton! After she recently starred in the Audible Original podcast, POWER Talks with Kemi Nekvapil, which is free for Audible members and non-members.
This episode is made possible thanks to the Cartier Women’s Initiative, which provides women founders with mentorship, training and funding. If your business has an environmental or social impact find out more and apply now via the link in the show notes. Applications close 30th June.
The Crux is the weekly Women’s Agenda Podcast sharing the biggest stories from the week. It’s published by Agenda Media, and produced by Allison Ho, who also interviews Brooke this week.
Stories discussed this week:
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Why a viral post of a CEO breastfeeding her daughter matters in 2023
Reducing Escaping Domestic Violence payment wait time from 33 to 6 days a significant win
95-year-old woman with dementia in critical condition after being tasered by police
Clare Nowland, 95, has died, one week after being tasered in her aged care home
ABC offers apology and review after Stan Grant raises racist abuse
‘I am down right now, I am. But I will get back up’: Stan Grant’s emotional speech and call for the media to do better
In regional NSW I can’t access enough childcare, and it’s amplifying cost of living pressures tenfold
Brooke Blurton stars in the Audible Original podcast, POWER Talks with Kemi Nekvapil, which is free for Audible members and non-members.
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Was it really a Budget for women? And one big tech appointment points to the 'glass cliff' phenomenon -- the idea of a woman being given a job when the likelihood of success in the role is already seriously compromised.
Plus a new take on the extreme mental load on mothers, we look at all the latest stories and conversations from the past week.
And in a special interview this week, we speak to Ingrid Sealey, who is a social impact entrepreneur through her business, Teach Well, which works to improve the education outcomes for Australian students with support and high-impact training for teachers. Ingrid is the winner of the Cartier Women’s Initiative Oceania region
This week’s show is supported by Cartier Women’s Initiative. The Cartier Women’s Initiative provides women founders with mentorship, training, and funding. If your business has an environmental or social impact find out more and apply now via the link in the show notes. Applications close 30th June. You can learn more here.
Stories discussed this week
Sam Kerr delivers Chelsea’s only goal and backflip to win the FA Cup
What’s in the budget for women? Here’s the good and the bad
Women’s budget? We need more transparency about what this means
The personal stories behind a shift to investing in single parents
The massive gender divide in who benefits from upcoming tax cuts
How Linda Yaccarino became Elon Musk’s pick for CEO of Twitter
‘Elonia’ or…? Elon Musk resigns as Twitter chief announcing new undisclosed female CEO
Spare the breakfast in bed, mums want the gift of a less extreme mental load
The 2023 Women’s Ambition Report
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We talk the latest stories on Women's Agenda including Jarryd Hayne’s guilty verdict, Sanna Marin’s election defeat and what it signals for female leadership, and the gender pay gap bill that might just be a game changer.
The Cruz is produced by Agenda Media, also publisher of Women's Agenda.
Stories discussed this week include:
The beauty of age: 106yo tattoo artist Apo Whang-Od becomes oldest person on the cover of Vogue
Jacinda Ardern says goodbye to parliament: how her politics of kindness fell on unkind times
‘I didn’t always get it right’:Jacinda Ardern’s final speech brings humility, empathy and compassion
Nearly 5 years and 3 trials: The price of Jarryd Hayne’s guilty verdict
Sanna Marin is the 4th female country leader gone in just three months
Employers with 100+ workers will be required to publish gender pay gap data as new bill passes parliament
Australia’s female cricket players inch closer to pay parity in new deal
Felony crime: The 34 charges against Donald Trump have gone public
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Polipedia founder Su Dharmapala joins The Crux to talk through the latest stories on Women's Agenda.
This week that includes the latest data on what Australians think about violence against women, as well as what we learned about politics potentially being done differently, following the NSW state election.
Also, we ask how just 3 per cent of VC funding went to all-women-founded startups in 2022 -- with Su sharing what she's learned running a startup, and what needs to be done to ensure the best possible innovation in Australia.
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, publisher of Women's Agenda. You can check out our other podcasts, The Leadership Lessons and The Women's Health Project.
Stories discussed this week include:
The ‘race to the top’ claim isn’t happening everywhere
Meet 6 women running for election in NSW across different parties
Polipedia
‘That doesn’t happen around here’: Data reveals truth in Australians believing violence against women not a problem in their suburb
Just 3 per cent of VC funding went to all-women-founded startups in 2022
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Past your prime? Never. Michelle Yeoh's epic call on success and the true nature of the time it takes to achieve it. We look at the women's vote in the democracy Scott Morrison once celebrated, two years since he proudly said protesters were lucky not to be met by bullets -- like they are in other countries.
We delve into the world of breastfeeding in courtrooms, and the judge that keeps booting women out.
And just where will the skills come from to create this planned future around defence, renewable energy and the integrity of the care sector and more? From women Check out the powerful call to ensure we tap into this most valuable resource.
As Danielle Wood told the Jobs and Skills Summit in 2022 (a quote that Sam Mostyn shared at The National Press Club on the 9th March 2023): "If untapped women’s workforce participation was a massive ore deposit, we would have governments lining up to give tax concessions to get it out of the ground."
Stories discussed this week include:
‘Don’t let anyone say you’re past your prime’: Michelle Yeoh’s epic win and call to women and girls
Two years since Scott Morrison declared women lucky to not be ‘met with bullets’
A breastfeeding woman’s eviction from court is a sad reminder of how the law still privileges men
We can’t meet challenges ahead without unlocking true potential of women
We lead on women’s education, economic participation is a massive opportunity: Danielle Wood at Jobs Summit
Who will benefit most from Perrottet’s ‘kids future fund’ election pitch?
Perrottet’s child trust fund policy dusts off an idea last tried by UK Labour
What to know about Australia’s new $368 billion nuclear submarine deal
The giant submarine cost our children will carry on a future military gamble
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No purple cupcakes here. This IWD week, we talk the 100% of early educators who need a pay rise, the "jobs for mates" bill that needs to get heard, and the massive Climate Load women in Australia are taking on, an area we've researched extensively as our major report on the issue is released.
Also, special guest Labor MP Sally Sitou joins the podcast to share more on her first year in politics and her incredible story behind getting elected.
Stories discussed this week include
97% of early educators are women. 100% need a pay rise.
Tell your MP early childhood educators need a pay rise
Dr Sophie Scamps introduces new plan to end ‘jobs for mates’ in politics
We need to talk about women and The Climate Load
The Climate Load - Report
‘It’s because of her that my life is possible’: Sally Sitou on progress
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Social media and eating disorders. Is this the real link we need to talk about? And who is responsible?
Plus we talk anniversaries, Mardi Gras, the climate moments that become career shifts, and whether a tiny drop in the gender pay gap is anything to celebrate.
This is the Crux, the key stories to know shaping the Women's Agenda every week.
Stories discussed this week include:
Protests and Progress: A look back on the biggest moments from Mardi Gras 2023
In pictures: One year on, Ukrainian women recount stories of life’s milestones amidst war
Globally, 30 per cent of girls show disordered eating, new study finds
‘We must act urgently’: Calls for more action on eating disorders
Facebook leak shows inside knowledge of Instagram’s harmful effect on teenage girls
Mike Carlton’s shameful twitter response to 2023’s Australian of the Year sparks controversial debate online about body image
National gender pay gap drops to 13.3% but financial pain continues for women
The catalysts that see women forging careers in climate change action
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Chelsea Handler's epic takedown. Nicola Sturgeon on how to leave. A new CEO on the ASX 200. And what's with the corporate-meaningless themes like "Break the Bias" and "Embrace Equity" around International Women's Day? We discuss the latest stories on Women's Agenda.
Plus, an interview with Michelle Brasier, the very funny Melbourne-based comedian, singer, writer and actor.
Stories discussed this week include:
Chelsea Handler’s amazing take down of “crybabies” Tucker Carlson and Ben Shapiro
Weapons of Mass Distraction: IWD Themes like "Break the Bias"
‘Important day’: Leah Weckert becomes first female CEO of Coles
‘I’m a human being’: A look at Nicola Sturgeon’s key leadership moments
‘Stop publishing the private contents of my phone’: Brittany Higgins
Michelle Brasier - Tours
Kathleen Folbigg’s son may have died from undiagnosed neurological condition, Dr Monique Ryan tells inquiry
ChatGPT and its male-dominated advisory and investor group
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Rewards for unpaid labour? And what happens when you quietly quit at home? We discuss some of the biggest stories of the week from Women's Agenda.
Plus, we speak to British broadcast journalist Sherine Tadros about her excellent memoir, TAKING SIDES.
Sherine Tadros is a British broadcaster who is the Head of New York Office at Amnesty International. She previously worked as a broadcast journalist, working for Sky News. She also previously worked for Al Jazeera English as the channel's correspondent in Gaza before working as an anchor based in Doha, Qatar.
Stories discussed this week include:
Harry Styles dedicates his Brit Award to the five women who were not nominated
What football? Rihanna dazzles at Super Bowl half-time show
Even Rihanna has to put up with unpaid labour, as a pregnant mother
Tired, and fed up, I quietly quit at home
Book: TAKING SIDES - a memoir about love, war, and changing the world
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New name! Still The Women's Agenda Podcast, with a slightly new take.
We share some of the biggest stories of the week -- politics and "call outs" and opposition. Plus, British comedian Sara Pascoe joins us for an interview to talk comedy, her new show and so much more.
You can check out all the stories discussed on Women's Agenda, where you can also subscribe to the daily update.
The Crux is produced by Agenda Media, publisher of Women's Agenda.
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What just happened? Tarla Lambert and Angela Priestley address two key themes for 2022, and make a prediction for the year ahead.
Dr Kirstin Ferguson joins to share her key ideas on leadership, and more on her new book Head & Heart.
You can check out more on Kirstin's book here, and preorder in time for its January release.
The Women's Agenda Podcast is published by Agenda Media, also publisher of Women's Agenda. You can check out more on all the stories we've discussed at our website.
Author and journalist David Leser joins the conversation, sharing why he entered into the firestorm of the #MeToo movement, what happened after he did, and what happens next when it comes to rewriting the script of masculinity.
We delve into the role of social media, the history of misogyny, the "wound of the world", and end on reasons for hope and optimism.
David Leser is an Australian journalist, author and public interviewer. A former Middle East and North American correspondent he has been a journalist for 40 years and become widely known in Australia for his in-depth profiles and stories on social and political issues. His book Women, Men and the Whole Damn Thing is available here.
The Women's Agenda Podcast is published by Agenda Media, publisher of Women's Agenda. You can check out more on what's covered on these podcasts at Women's Agenda. You can also check out our other podcasts, including The Leadership Lessons and The Women's Health Project.
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How Many More Women will continue to be failed by the legal system? This week's discussion is all about exposing how the law silences women. Not just in Australia. All over the world. And it comes thanks to two London-based barristers, Jenifer Robinson & Keina Yoshida.
Together, they have co-authored the game-changing and essential book, How Many More Women? exploring legal response to the MeToo Movement. As more women are feeling empowered to speak about gender-based violence, more are also hitting up against a new form of systemic silencing. There has been a clear spike in legal actions against women and the media, following the spike in survivors telling their stories. The book explains how the law is being wielded in Australia and across the world to reinforce the status quo of silence that existed before #MeToo
In this conversation, we discuss the playbook used by rich and powerful men to silence women, and how some of the issues that may be preventing Australian women from being heard or coming forward at all, are actually common across the world.
We also discuss gendered censorship, the hidden gender of the law, and the steps that can be taken to "Free her Speech". Jen also shares more on her experiences representing Amber Heard in the Defamation Case that Johnny Depp took against his ex wife and the Sun newspaper in London – where a judge rules in 2020 that he had found Johnny Depp had assaulted Amber heard on a dozen separate occasions.
If this conversation does raise issues for you, or anyone you know, you can contact 1800 Respect on 1800 737 732. You can also contact Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 Or Lifeline on 13 11 14.
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IPCC scientist Dr Joëlle Gergis joins The Women's Agenda Podcast
The science of climate change can be overwhelming, upsetting, and leave us tempted to turn away. Dr Joëlle Gergis is a leading climate scientist and lead author on the UN's IPCC. She's determined to make climate science accessible to everyone, and demonstrate the case for hope along with the tipping point within reach that could see us getting close to the response the planet needs. She asks: Do you want to be part of the legacy that restores our faith in humanity?
As one of only a dozen Australian scientists on the IPCC's Sixth Assessment report, and working in a male-dominated field, she saw the opportunity to bring emotion into the conversation and to connect the head with the heart.
Joëlle's book Humanity's Moment: A Climate Scientist's Case for Hope is published just this week, by Black Inc. Books.
It is the call to action we need, right now.
Stories discussed this week:
Australia’s top 10 most ‘in demand’ professions tell story of care work being undervalued
You can’t talk about gender equality without talking about climate change
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How would women's leadership change the world? With just 30 female presidents and PMs across the globe, it's a question that we get some answers to when it comes to the changes that have come from such leaders.
This week, Ramona Vijeyarasa joins as guest host to discuss her research into women's political representation globally, and locally in Australia also.
Ramona is a human rights lawyer, UTS lecturer, the creator of the Gender Legislative Index and author of the recently released The Woman President.
Ramona's also enjoyed an international career and travelled and interviewed extensively to undertake her research, which she discusses on the podcast.
Also, our wins from the week! We look at audience records on women's sport, as well as how the media attention being given to a woman overlooked for a high-profile role is actually a win.
Stories discussed this week
Can female independents transform politics in Australia?
Three reasons why women leaders actually matter for women
Women’s Super League viewing increases by a massive 34 million hours
How Jenny West’s trade commissioner job offer was rescinded and given to John Barilaro
Three reasons why women leaders actually matter for women
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What happens when you get former foreign minister Julie Bishop to host your recruitment commercial?
And what if you pushed senior executive accountability on meeting gender diversity goals, rather than promoting another mentoring program?
This week, we explore the 'why' behind the major mining company putting major investment into explaining how awesome their office is -- including the wellness centre, hair straighteners, Hugh Jackman cameos, and Julie Bishop showing you the tour. Do people actually want to return to the office? Will we be lured by company gyms, cafes and free snacks?
Meanwhile, we examine new Chief Executive Women and Bain & Co research that finds that real change for women doesn't come from mentoring and other female fixes -- rather it's about commitment and accountability.
Plus we look at the impressive message from CEO Girls Who Code Reshma Saujani, who is working to close the gender gap in technology.
This week's co host is Naby Mariyam, the CEO and founder of CoverHero and Hustlecover, insurance platforms protecting those in the gig and creator economy.
We have covered Naby's impressive story and rise into entrepreneurship previously here.
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Link from this week's episode.
Mentoring programs for women? Try pushing accountability instead
Q&A – Breast Cancer in Young Women event!
Julie Bishop stars in a comically long mining company promotional video
Naby Mariyam
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Co host Mariam Mohammed joins the podcast for a discussion on money, career, latest wins for women and so much more.
We talk some of the latest research highlighting significant financial gaps for women, including the $1 billion a week gender pay gap as well as the cost of motherhood in Australia -- which is significantly higher than the cost of fatherhood.
Plus, the awesome entrepreneurial success story that is Modibodi, founded by Kristy Chong to fill a massive need in the apparel market, just sold for $140 million.
Key links this week:
Victoria to restrict non-disclosure agreements that silence sexual harassment victims
Kristy Chong’s $140 million sale of Modibodi highlights value of addressing the ‘unmentionable’
Australia’s gender pay gap is nearing $1 billion per week: Report
The cost of being a mother is significantly higher than being a father in Australia
Listen: The Leadership Lessons podcast – Be the fix the community needs feat. Mariam Mohammed
Check out MoneyGirl
About this week's co host: Mariam Mohammed
Mariam is a Pakistani-Australian woman. She is a speaker, facilitator, entrepreneur and coach. Mariam co-founded MoneyGirl – a social enterprise delivering financial literacy to young women. Now, she speaks at events and organisations about the importance of intersectionality (Diversity and Inclusion) in organisational strategy, strength-based community building and stakeholder engagement. She has been recognised by the Financial Review as one of Australia’s 100 Women of Influence, and by the State as a 2020 NSW Young Woman of the Year Finalist.
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Dr Neela Janakiramanan co-hosts the podcast, sharing the inspiration and process behind her first book, The Registrar, and discussing the week's biggest stories.
We look at the fallout from the US Supreme Court's decision to end the constitutional right to an abortion, and what it means for us here in Australia.
We share some wins around diversity, including in the beauty industry and in Hollywood.
We also talk about the key themes in Neela's book, including what it's like to be a junior surgeon.
And we talk creativity! How does it come? When do you write? Can writing support your other work? And how do you use storytelling to bring to life what's really going on in a system, an industry, or something else?
About Neela
Dr Neela Janakiramanan is a reconstructive plastic surgeon with particular expertise in complex hand and wrist surgery. She is a seasoned public speaker and advocate on issues including health equity, gender equity, and diversity and inclusion. She was also one of the medical leads in the Kids off Nauru campaign and in bringing together the Australian medical community and operationalising the Australian Medevac legislation to facilitate medical care for refugees in offshore detention. Neela is a regular contributor to Women's Agenda, and has also written for The Age, Sydney Morning Herald, The Saturday Paper, and often appears on ABC's The Drum.
Neela's book is out today, July 5. You can get it in all good book stores, and on Amazon.
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Dr Amantha Imber joins the podcast as a special guest co host to discuss the latest stories on Women's Agenda, and share some awesome tips on how to work effectively, productivity and make the most of your time.
We talk how changes in the school system could impact women, the 27 year old new Labor Senator making history and the female-founded gaming company that's all about kindness.
And we get some of the top tips from Amantha's new book Time Wise, Powerful Habits, More Time, Greater Joy, which will be available on July 5. The book examines some of the habits and strategies Amantha has learned from the more than 150 guests who have featured on her hit podcast, How I Work.
This week's episode is made possible thanks to the support of the Cartier Women's Initiative, with nominations closing at the end of June! The Initiative aims to drive change by supporting women impact entrepreneurs, by championing those thathave a social or environmental impact. Eligible businesses must be for-profit, in the early stages of growth and meet one of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
About our guest host
Dr Amantha Imber is an organisational psychologist and founder of behavioural science consultancy Inventium. Her number one ranking business podcast How I Work has had over 3 million downloads, and sees her interviewing some of the world’s most successful people about their habits, strategies and rituals.
Stories discussed this week:
NSW and Victoria to introduce a new year of universal early learning
At just 27, Fatima Payman will be the first Afghan-Australian to enter federal parliament
Kindness wins as female-founded gaming studio secures record investment
Same salary, one less work day: Thousands commit to testing the 4-day work week
‘Time Wise – Powerful Habits, More Time, Greater Joy’ – by Amantha Imber
How I Work podcast – hosted by Amantha Imber
Amantha
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There's been a shift in how we talk about the private lives of others, and we're all for it -- with the backlash against the newspaper that "outed" Rebel Wilson fierce and game-changing.
Meanwhile, what's with the rise in threats of violence against female politicians? From NZ PM Jacinda Ardern to Australian Independent MP Dr Monique Ryan, there's been a sharp uptick in misogynistic threats.
Also this week, a win from government on women's workforce participation -- this time in NSW, where billions will be invested in childcare.
Plus, we speak to Wingee Sampaio, the global director of the Cartier Women's Initiative, to learn more about the global awards program.
We've partnered with Cartier Women's Initiative, to share more on the programs with our audience and get more great female-own businesses recognised and connected internationally.
The Initiative aims to drive change by supporting women impact entrepreneurs, by championing those thathave a social or environmental impact.
Eligible businesses must be for-profit, in the early stages of growth and meet one of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
This year marks the program’s expansion with the creation of a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award, open to all genders, and a new Regional Award, exclusively for founders and entrepreneurs from Australia and NZ. Applications are currently open until the end of the month for the 2023 edition.
Awardees will be granted up to $100,000 USD in funding, INSEAD enrolment, media visibility, tailored mentoring, international business exposure and will join a vibrant global community of experts, advisors and investors.
apply now through the website at www.cartierwomensinitiative.com
Stories discussed this week
The Cartier Women’s Initiative
‘How can this be possible today?’ Supporters unite around Rebel Wilson
NSW government to invest billions in childcare and paid parental leave
Threats against Jacinda Ardern have tripled in the past three years
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Julia Gillard has raised concerns about the gender imbalance of who is and will return to the office.
Meanwhile, Elon Musk wants people who keep working from home to "pretend to work elsewhere". He's got his own -- some might say 1950s -- take on the amount of time that should be spent in the office.
We discuss all the latest stories from the week, including the best wins for women.
And overall this week feels very new and rather optimistic. We have a new Cabinet, and record numbers of women across key leadership positions.
We have Senator Penny Wong, working her way around the Pacific and proving that collaboration is more powerful than whatever else the previous government was doing.
Then there was the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard defamation verdict.
We discuss it all!
Thank you to The Cartier Women’s Initiative for supporting today's ep!
Get in the miz of this awesome global prize, and let the women in your life know.
Stories discussed this week.
The list of new Labor MPs is dominated by women
What Albanese’s government signifies for culturally diverse Australians like me
Who is Penny Wong? What to know about Australia’s new Foreign Minister
‘Engage closely and listen respectfully’: Penny Wong makes commitment during Samoa visit
‘Invisible behind a screen’: Former PM Julia Gillard warns work from home could halt women’s careers
Elon Musk’s ‘get in the office’ way or the highway will harm diversity efforts at Tesla
Sheryl Sandberg is stepping down as COO of Facebook
‘Setback for women’: Amber Heard issues statement after Johnny Depp’s defamation win
The Cartier Women’s Initiative is a global entrepreneurship program that champions women founders whose businesses have a social or environmental impact. Applications are currently open until the end of the month for the 2023 edition.
Awardees will be granted significant prizes including up to $100,000 USD in funding.
Apply now at www.cartierwomensinitiative.com
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Is this the weekend that everything changes?
We're interrupting our break from The Women's Agenda Podcast to share this special discussion on the biggest stories from the week, as well as a few comments about the upcoming election (which we may come to regret Sunday morning).
But of course, it's not ALL political, because there are plenty of other great stories to discuss this week. Including wins for women, a historical move on domestic violence leave at work, and a few trends regarding where we're going next.
On politics, we discuss The Real Scott, the 'Gotcha' questions, the case of the missing minister for women and much more.
Season 4 of The Women's Agenda Podcast will resume shortly, with a few changes and more guests!
Stories discussed this week:
Female Candidate Guide 2022
10 days DV leave now accessible for millions of Australians after landmark decision reached
‘Where are you going to not be a bulldozer?’: Tracy Grimshaw pins Morrison on whether he will change
‘Gotcha’ questions are ugly journalism but hazards for leaders
Minister for Women, where are you? Payne rejects debate on women ahead of the election
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A very high-profile male leader steps down for family reasons and burnout, no scandal involved. Why is this so rare?
Plus the new research makes (yet another) business case for women in leadership -- based on international research and finding direct links to dramatically improved company profits.
Also, judgments of character in politics. Does it matter? Well, yeah..
As well as other top wins this week.
‘I can’t vote for Scott Morrison’: NSW Liberal Catherine Cusack brands PM a bully
Companies with gender-diverse senior leadership teams get higher profit margins: Research
Emily Bates wins AFLW’s best and fairest, pays tribute to Brisbane’s ‘sisterhood’
Alyssa Healy records best innings ever as Australia crowned World Cup champions
Peter Gutwein’s resignation is proof the pandemic has shifted priorities for Australian families
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Ash Barty's retired from tennis, demonstrating the perfect way to exit a career: on a high and without the ego.
Plus, we look at the 'mean girls' opportunism that has come into Australian politics and media.
And what are young women concerned about when it comes to choosing a career? It seems the opinions of others and desires to pick something with a linear career path continue.
Plus: do emojis make you look unprofessional? We debate the issue.
The Women's Agenda Podcast is produced by Agenda Media, publisher of Women's Agenda.
Stories discussed this week include:
Ash Barty announces retirement from professional tennis
Flexible uniform policies are key to keeping girls and women in sport
‘You are killing women’: Senator Karen Berg slams Kentucky’s restrictive abortion bill
Honouring Kimberley Kitching’s life & legacy? Let’s drop the political “mean girls” opportunism
‘Penny Wong is not a nice person’ says Mark Latham, the poster child for kindness & empathy
Young women more anxious than ever about future career prospects, new research suggests
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We've noticed a trend this week, in women giving up dreams and their biggest ambitions to make the ultimate of all stands.
In MP Catherine Cusack's case, it was a resignation over the "selective" way flood relief payments are being issued. And for Dr Monique Ryan, it's in her decision to give away a dream job to challenge a sitting Treasurer for a seat in parliament.
Tarla Lambert and Madeline Hislop discuss all this and more, including NRLW pay increases, women protesting in Russia and that horrendous "Women's Network" logo that looked like a penis.
Stories mentioned this week:
Pay increase, a salary cap structure & more teams: NRLW set for improvements
‘They are lying to you’: Russian state TV employee protests war during live news broadcast
Russian live TV protester may face further charges for her antiwar ‘stunt’
Does the PM & Cabinet’s team know their ‘women’s network’ logo looks like a penis?
48 hours later… the ‘women’s network’ logo has been taken down
Scott Morrison’s tone-deaf leadership is the last thing traumatised flood victims need. Here are two ways he can do better
Morrison’s green-eyed comments about Albanese send a BS message to Australian men
Liberal MP Catherine Cusack to resign over her outrage at ‘selective’ flood relief payments in Northern Rivers
Why Dr Monique Ryan gave away her dream job to challenge the Treasurer at the electiona
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Days after International Women's Day, we ask who gets to determine what's discussed on these days and why? We also highlight the fallout from the floods crisis, alongside the anger so many women feel in the response.
Meanwhile, there's a bot that is exposing the actual gender pay gaps of the big employers sharing how awesome they are on IWD.
And we take the example of Sally Flannery, doing extraordinary efforts in Lismore, to note the role of women in rescue and recovery efforts.
The Women's Agenda Podcast is produced by Agenda Media, publisher of Women's Agenda.
Stories discussed this week include:
When the floods hit Lismore, Sally Flannery’s team coordination efforts saved lives
I live in a flood impacted region. Where are our leaders right now?
This bot is exposing gender pay gaps of companies spruiking International Women’s Day
Weapons of mass distraction? IWD themes like ‘Break the Bias’
Australia needs a national action plan on climate change with more women at the table
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This week, Shivani Gopal guest hosts The Women's Agenda Podcast, sharing her take on what it means to "break bias" as well as her excellent advice on how to have courage.
We discuss independents running for office, the heroic efforts of women in Ukraine, the need to discuss climate change on International Women's Day and so much more.
You can check out The Remarkable Woman here.
You can find all the stories discussed and much more, on the Women's Agenda website.
Recorded within days of Putin declaring war on Ukraine, we take a look at what we already know about the situation -- including incredible acts of courage from women.
We also touch on the situation for women in Russia, with women barred from working in at least 100 occupations and recent domestic violence laws passing creating a more dangerous situation for survivors.
Elsewhere, we look at pay gaps -- including in Australia where the gap has narrowed, very, very slightly, as well as in sport. The US women's soccer team reached a historic pay deal this week (about time) while tennis star Andy Murray speaks out about a massive gender pay gap still occurring in his sport.
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We wrap up all the latest big stories from the week, and there were plenty.
It started with a family-friendly, musical of an interview on Sunday night in which Jenny Morrison finally owned up to being the only person responsible for some of the biggest mistakes of Scott Morrison's career.
It's always the wife!
Meanwhile, a huge win on consent law, the mega-shifts on the four day week and so much more.
Key stories discussed this week include:
History making all female line-up to host Oscars 2022
Consent education to become mandatory in all schools from 2023
History-making: Belinda Sharpe and Kasey Badger appointed to referee men’s NRL matches
5 moments from Morrison’s 60 Minutes interview that prove we need a new PM
There’s never been a better time for Australia to embrace the 4-day week
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What a week. The spine-tingling moments were huge, as were the disappointments.
We heard from Grace Tame and Brittany Higgins, speaking brilliantly at the National Press Club. We heard an apology from Scott Morrison and others, although it was limited in what it covered.
We saw the Religious Discrimination Bill going to hell and the true colours of those who were pushing for it.
We discuss on this and more on this week's ep of The Women's Agenda Podcast, made possible thanks to Charles Sturt University.
The Women's Agenda Podcast is produced by Agenda Media, publisher of Women's Agenda. You can check out our other podcasts The Women's Health Project and The Leadership Lesson.
Stories discussed this week include:
Grace Tame & Brittany Higgins address National Press Club
Grace Tame has changed Australia in a way Morrison never will. No wonder he holds ‘a fear’ of her influence.
Parliament formally apologises for harm to staffers from bullying, sexual harassment & assault
Scott Morrison doesn’t think about legacy
Morrison government faces wave of backlash on its religious discrimination bill
Liberal revolt removes all discrimination against gay and transgender children
‘What message do we want parliament to send to these kids?’ MPs from all sides speak out over religious discrimination bill’s ongoing shortfalls
Scuttling the religion package shows where priorities lay all along – Sydney Morning Herald
Men twice as likely to be highly paid, new gender equality scorecard shows
4 STEM leaders who will reshape the world we know in 2022 and beyond
Women in science still jumping higher hurdles
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In this week's wrap of key stories that got our attention: Ash Barty, Dylan Alcott and Grace Tame were the absolute heroes, and we're not going to forget it!
We share why while also sharing an honorable mention for former UK prime minister Theresa May, and the glass cliff coming full circle.
We also look at the shocking stats to come out of Rio Tinto's 'Everyday Respect' report, highlighting a culture of harassment and bullying.
Much more on the ep!
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Did you hear how the world's ten richest men doubled their wealth during the pandemic?
That's just one of the stories discussed on this week's ep, where we also look at the 'untitling' of women, and how it stops women being seen and recognised for the work they do.
We share a number of key wins for women, as always. And how men's mental health is strongly connected to their partner's employment status, according to new research.
This is our short, conversational wrap of some of our key stories from the week, thank you to the support of Superhero, the investment app that made this week's episode possible.
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Key stories discussed this week include:
At 17 weeks pregnant I contracted COVID. I have never felt more grateful.
Jelena Dokic gives stirring praise to fellow Aussie tennis star, Barty
Justice Ayesha Malik set to become Pakistan’s first female Supreme Court judge
World’s 10 richest men doubled their wealth to $1.5 trillion during pandemic
Men’s mental health strongly connected to their partner’s employment status, new research shows
The practice of ‘untitling’ stops women being seen & recognised for the work they do
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In our final episode of the year, we share the top 2021 moments from women that moved us. These are the wins from women requiring resilience, courage, persistence and so much more to bring the best out of 2021.
Plus, with the help of Fay Calderone and James Morvell, both partners with Hall & Wilcox, we look at the fast-tracked changes that have occurred in how we work. From more men taking parental leave, to the opportunities in more flexible careers, the risks to gender equality that could come from hybrid work as well as the changing nature of sexual harassment in remote work, and the need for employers to fast catch up, the past two years have transformed everything.
Plus, in our Finhacks segment, we look at the record number of annual leave days owed to Australians, and how we could actually use a holiday to get some clarity on finances.
This is our final episode of 2021! You can get more on all the women discussed in our 'wins' segment by searching their names on our website. You can also learn more about Fay Calderone here and James Morvell here.
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Is work creep threatening to derail your health? That is the creep that comes to you outside of designated hours, via constant emails. We look at the research and the issues associated with it, as well as bad management.
Also, the independents keep rising, mostly female, they're looking to take on the next election and win. With the Treasurer describing it as a "rinse and repeat" situation.
We also examine Ash Barty's latest accolade, how the Kennedys are coming to Australia and much more.
And we check out some excellent tips for getting your finances in order in 2022.
The Women's Agenda Podcast is made possible thanks to the support of Superhero.
Stories discussed this week include:
Ash Barty takes out title of ITF world champion
Biden nominates Caroline Kennedy as Ambassador to Australia
Caroline Kennedy is an ideal US Ambassador and a huge compliment to Australia
Vale bell hooks: A revolutionary author, activist and feminist
The rise of female independents has the government flailing and floundering for good reason
‘Never-ending scandals’: It’s been 3 years since the Morrison government promised integrity commission
Pesky female independent candidates are the PM’s latest ‘women problem’
Jo Dyer, spokesperson & friend of Christian Porter’s accuser, to run in Boothby as Independent
The ‘work creep’ and 24/7 availability putting health at risk
More than 3 million Australians ‘dislike’ their boss: Research
12 ways to declutter your finances ahead of the New Year
Actor Chris Noth accused of sexually assaulting two women
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The Motherhood Penalty in Australia is staggering, but it's not beyond our imagination to change this. Georgie Dent co-hosts the podcast this week, to explain more on the more than $800,000 penalty working mothers face in Australia, why childcare and parental leave could transform Australia, and the campaign pushing to change that through The Parenthood.
In more research, we look into the latest HILDA data just released, highlighting all the additional unpaid hours of work women are putting in, as well as some curious other trends including why young women are staying home longer, and how men and women are having less children than they thought they would.
Plus, we highlight the rise of (mostly female) independents who look set to change everything we know about politics, and how Mackenzie Scott became the world's most powerful woman, according to Forbes.
Our guest is Dr Esperanza Vera-Toscano, economist and senior research fellow at the Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research, and an author of the latest Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia (HILDA) report. Esperanza is interviewed by Women's Agenda journalist Madeline Hislop.
Thanks to our podcast supporter Superhero, we also share the FINHACK that will save Christmas and teach you a few things about those individuals you've spent years buying gifts for
Stories discussed in this episode include:
Former journalist Zoe Daniel to run as an independent against Liberal MP Tim Wilson
MacKenzie Scott tops Forbes’ 2021 most powerful women list
The motherhood penalty costs the average working woman in Australia $876K: New report
HILDA survey reveals women still do almost double the unpaid work of men
HILDA shows the changing face of 21st century Australia
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Some big movements this week! Key resignations across politics, as well as the release of the "set the standard" report revealing the shocking realities facing the women working in Parliament House.
Will they set the standard?
Plus some updates on women's sport and a few highlights from our recent Women's Health Summit. And Angela Merkel is leaving in style.
This week Tarla Lambert is joined by Women's Agenda journalist Madeline Hislop for the discussion.
The Women's Agenda podcast is made possible thanks to the support of Superhero! And in our fin hacks discussion this week.
It's Women's Entrepreneurship Day as we're recording! Also, we highlight how a group of Afghan soccer-playing girls and women made it to the UK, with some help from a major celebrity.
We also examine the new report showing just how often women are quoted in the media (hint, nowhere near the 50% mark) and why men continue to dominate as writers and sources across certain publications and particular news sections.
Meanwhile, we look at new stats around attitudes to talking about money and share some tips on how to talk about money and why it could actually be more worthwhile (and valuable) than you think.
This is our weekly talkfest on the key stories that got our editorial team writing this week.
All this and more, on the latest ep of The Women's Agenda Podcast, made possible thanks to the support of Superhero, the online investing platform that allows customers to invest in Australian shares, U.S. shares, and ETFs and also allows you to invest your super in themes, shares and ETFs without the need for a self managed super fund.
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Parenting advice from NZ Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern? It's all about patience, as she shows demonstrated when her daughter Neve interrupted a live Zoom call she was doing with the nation.
It was a win for the week, alongside major news around cervical cancer that puts Australia on the map and the new movie, Love Hard, on Netflix.
Elsewhere, we take a look at the problem of 'Buy Now Pay Later' providers stepping into the childcare market and showing just how broken the system really is.
We share some quick tips on how to boost your confidence in investing.
And a minor win at COP26, with the US and China pledging to work together on climate change.
All this and more, on the latest ep of The Women's Agenda Podcast, made possible thanks to the support of Superhero, the online investing platform that allows customers to invest in Australian shares, U.S. shares, and ETFs and also allows you to invest your super in themes, shares and ETFs without the need for a self managed super fund.
Check out some of the key stories discussed below.
'It's bedtime darling': Jacinda Adern interrupted by daughter during livestream
As China and US pledge to work together on climate, Australia undermines COP26 outcomes
Offering a 'buy now pay later' option for childcare shows how broken the system is
Australian cervical cancer centre launches as study shows HPV vaccine has cut cases by 90 percent
Young women are leading the way in investing outside their retirement accounts
Love Hard _ on Netflix
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Are we headed towards "The Great Burnout", or are we possible already there? The concerns are in, and although lockdowns have ended across major Australian cities (for now), the longtail of this exhausting period remains. So what comes next?
We discuss all this and much more on The Women's Agenda Podcast.
Also, women have been making plenty of noise, especially on climate action over the past couple of weeks with COP26 in Glasgow. It's inspiring. It's getting attention. But will the decision-makers (who are mostly men) actually listen?
Meanwhile, what's with the Australian Prime Minister's inability to apologise? We've noticed a pattern.
And are women missing out on the crypto bandwagon? We look at the stats, and some of the key tips for getting started.
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The Women's Agenda Podcast is produced by Agenda Media, publisher of Women's Agenda. You can check out our other podcasts including The Leadership Lessons and our special series covering how women's health got sidelined, "The Women's Health Project".
See links to stories discussed as well as resources and other ideas here.
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On the podcast this week, we talk the void created when a female leader goes.
We discuss Canada's new Cabinet, one of only a handful that are gender-balanced in the world.
We explore how quotas work for the Nationals, seeing Keith Pitt returning to Cabinet.
And we delve into the next frontline of the pandemic: schools and childcare centres, where now the majority of people (given they are kids) are unvaccinated. This means centre closures, more pressure on the system and continued uncertainty ahead for parents, educators and teachers.
In our FinHacks segment, we look at the missing super for mothers and how the system needs to change to accommodate this gap. And Tarla highlights the simple thing we can all do for our superannuation.
The Women's Agenda Podcast is produced by Agenda Media and made possible thanks to the excellent support of Superhero, the new app-based platform making investing accessible and affordable.
Stories and other links discussed this week
Pressed at Senate estimates, Morrison Government reveals the promises they made to women are smoke and mirrors
Justin Trudeau’s cabinet reshuffle sees women appointed to top roles
Why the loss of any female political leader leaves a void
Coal advocate Keith Pitt gets pay rise and Cabinet position thanks to a quota
40% of Australia’s unvaccinated population will soon be kids under 5. Childcare will be the next COVID frontline
Women are missing out on super during parental leave & it’s having damaging effects
How did women’s health get sidelined? The Women’s Health Project is here to find out
Apples Never Fall by Liane Moriaty
Succession – TV Show
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New netball uniforms, a new era for the Batchelor, and the same old Nationals. Especially Barnaby Joyce, keeping Australia in the past and holding all of us "hostage".
We discuss all this and more on this week's episode, as well as going in to the new measures for supporting women and children escaping domestic and family violence announced at both the federal and NSW state level this past week.
And we ask if "perfectionism" is holding women back from investing. Short answer? No.
This is our wrap of the key issues and stories covered on Women's Agenda from the past week.
This episode is made possible thanks to the support of the investment platform Superhero.
The Women's Agenda Podcast is produced by Agenda Media, the publisher of Women's Agenda.
Stories and links this week:
Are you. a mall business owner? Enter Dell's DreamTech Compeition.
Barriers broken as Brooke Blurton wins Australia
The Farmer wants a relationship.
Netballers in NSW get flexible uniform options as the sport moves away from traditional dress
New $5000 payment for women fleeing domestic violence
Barnaby Joyce awaits his price as he 'won't be held' hostage
Do female investors have a perfectionist problem?
The Yes Woman
Podcast interview with Grace Jennings-Edquist
Jessie Tu: Surely there are better literary heroes of our generation than Sally Rooney?
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What do you do when the Queen gets irritated? Get on a plane and head to COP26.
And what about teenagers taking you on in the High Court regarding your Duty of Care to act?
We take a look on the Women's Agenda Podcast.
We also explore our biggest stories of the week, including the new research that finds how women with a disability are disproportionately experiencing domestic violence and sexual abuse, as well as the life of a scientist right now -- and the trolling that needs to stop.
The Women's Agenda Podcast is made possible thanks to the support of Superhero and produced by Agenda Media, the 100% female owned and run team publishing Women's Agenda.
Stories published this week include:
https://womensagenda.com.au/climate/really-irritating-queen-overheard-berating-world-leaders-for-not-attending-cop26/
https://womensagenda.com.au/latest/eds-blog/pandemic-levels-of-abuse-what-scientists-face-while-aiming-to-educate-the-public/
https://womensagenda.com.au/latest/women-with-disability-disproportionately-experience-domestic-sexual-violence-royal-commission-hears/
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What happens when you go on 138 dates? What do you learn about business, and about dating?
Entrepreneur and author Rebekah Campbell joins the podcast to discuss how she did it and why. (interview starts around 18 minutes)
Meanwhile, NSW has a new premier and he's already making his power known, what do we need to know about him?
Also, what do women want? More money! That was the key finding from our recent survey of 1400+ women on their ambitions for the next two years and what might get in the way.
Plus, thanks to our partner Superhero, the team shares a new fin hack: this time around how to ask for a pay rise.
Rebekah Campbell is a tech entrepreneur and the founder of Posse and the co-founder of Hey You. She recently published her first book ‘138 Dates’.
Rebekah recently shared an extract from her book with Women's Agenda here: He said he’d invest $100K and then asked me to have sex with him
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Professor Kerryn Phelps AM and Shivani Gopal join the pod today, with Kerryn sharing some of her top tips on health and keep your brain young, as well what she's learnt during here career (interview starts around 16 minutes in)
Meanwhile, Shivani and Angela Priestley discuss integrity, the fall of Premier Gladys Berejiklian and NSW's new premier.
They also share what's going on at Facebook, and the woman determined to take on the social giant to ensure they do better for society.
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Shivani Gopal is the CEO of The Remarkable Woman.
Angela Priestley is the Publisher and Co Founder of Women's Agenda
And Professor Kerryn Phelps AM is a doctor, public health and human rights advocate, President Australasian Integrative Medicine Association, Past President AMA, Adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Medicine, School of Public Health at the University of Sydney and mother of three.
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On this week's agenda, we look at The Facebook Files, leaked to The Wall Street Journal and sharing internal research the social giant completed on the damaging impacts of Instagram on rates of anxiety and depression in teen girls. Why wasn't the research released?
Also, we speak to epidemiologist Amalie Dyda, who highlights some of the key issues we can expect to impact women as restrictions ease. How long are we living with the virus and continued uncertainty?
And, the billboard that got placed outside an all-boys school in Sydney, as well as the female entrepreneur who has sold to an ASX organisation, just three years since launching.
Thank you to Superhero for supporting the Women's Agenda Podcast and our news publishing on Women's Agenda.
Foreign Correspondents and ABC News presenter Lisa Millar joins the podcast to discuss fear, her work covering the aftermath of 9/11, and other major news events of the past 20 years. She shares the fascinating insights she's learned about people, social media, and moving past the things that may have previously prevented you from living your best life. The interview with Lisa starts around 16 minutes in.
Plus Tarla and Angela highlight some of the biggest stories of the week: an ode to German Chancellor Angela Merkel, who was so often the only woman standing, as well as a look at female-dominated professions pleading with anti-vaccination and anti-lockdown protesters to stop.
Also, a few things to share on the new trilateral nuclear-powered subs deal, the ultimate power flex with so many questions on who go to share advice.
You can find all these stories and more on the Women's Agenda website, including:
More on Lisa Millar and her new book, Daring to Fly
Questions on the lack of diversity in who determined the nuclear subs deal
Plus, Merkel's career in pictures, and why she proves the power of having STEM professionals in leadership.
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Some great wins for women this week! We talk about a massive move for female-owned startups, plus discuss Australia's own female billionaire, who is still in her thirties and has made a huge commitment to give much of it away.
Plus, we go looking for the missing mega donation but sadly can't find any of it.
We recorded this episode prior to Christian Porter resigning from the frontbench of the Morrison Government, but still have plenty to say on the matter of how his legal fees were covered.
We also discuss the baby boom that is believed to be happening in parts of Australia that are now in lockdown. So how are these new mothers coping, managing a new baby during key restrictions that limit their opportunities to see family and friends, and access more help?
And we're thrilled to share an interview with Sarah Bailey regarding her 4th book, The Housemate. The interview starts around 20 minutes in.
Do you say yes to a lot of things you don't want to say yes to? You're far from alone.
Our special guest on the podcast this week is Grace Jennings-Edquist, author of The Yes Woman (interview starts around the 23 minute mark).
Also, we're exploring some wins for women, including the countries decriminalizing abortion (against the tide of strange and horrendous new laws in Texas) and the documentary on Julia Gillard's time in office that truly documents what went on.
Meanwhile, just one of the 23 CEOs appointed to lead ASX 300 entities over the past year have been female. How has there been pretty much zero progress on these figures in the past few years?
We also take a look at the outcomes (or lack thereof) of the much-anticipated Women's Safety Summit.
You can find all of the key issues discussed on our website.
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This week! Georgie Dent joins the podcast to discuss why we won’t be lectured by the Morrison Government on women’s safety, or anything really. His government is running a women's safety summit in the same week that he has rejected 49 of 55 recommendations by Kate Jenkins for creating safe workplaces and working towards a future free from sexual harassment.
Plus, we look at some much-needed wins for women this week, and
there have been some good ones.
And, we’re thrilled to bring you a discussion with Dai Le, a
Fairfield City Councillor, as well as Yvonne Weldon,
the first Indigenous woman to ever run for Sydney Lord Mayor, on a mission to bring
back integrity to government.
They discuss how COVID-19 is impacting their work and their communities,
and how their navigating politics.
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We highlight some of the latest stories, as well as two special interviews this week including with Mariam Veiszadeh and Senator Mehreen Faruqi.
We start with some much-needed wins, noting that the news this week has been difficult.
Mariam joins us to share more on the situation in Afghanistan, and what it means for women and girls -- and a passionate plea for Australia to increase its refugee intake (interview starts around 8 minutes). Mariam is a lawyer and community activist, and also the co chair of the Australian Muslim Women Centre for Human Rights. You can follow Mariam on Twitter here.
Later, Senator Mehreen Faruqi joins us to talk about her new memoir, Too Migrant, Too Muslim, Too Loud.
Thank god for the Olympics, delivering some epic wins for women including the 44yo Australian marathon runner who came 10th, having only taken up the sport after having kids, in her thirties.
And there's been a win for Britney Spears, and that too is SOMETHING. Elsewhere on the big topics we discuss, it's the very loud warnings being sounded on climate change and COVID, and the fact you can't talk about gender equality and wins for women, without talking about either of those things.
You can find more on all the stories discussed in this episode on our website.
You can also check out our second podcast, The Leadership Lessons, featuring conversations on how to lead for the critical decade ahead, hosted by Shirley Chowdhary.
Join us for the latest wins and opportunities for women, as well as an interview with Senator Kristine Keneally.
On the agenda this week: Simone Biles and the unexpected wins from the Olympics, the musician pushing Australian supermarkets to play Australian music, how women's health got overshadowed by vaccines and so much more.
Meanwhile, Senator Keneally opens up about her own experiences with stillbirth, following the birth of her daughter Caroline in 1999. She explains the why behind the private member's bill she's introducing this month, pushing employers to provide paid leave to parents who experience stillbirth.
The Women's Agenda Podcast is produced by Agenda Media, the 100% female-owned and run publisher of Women's Agenda. You can check out our second podcast, The Leadership Lessons, featuring interviews with women leading for the critical decade ahead.
An 82yo woman (Wally Funk) finally got to go to space. A 46yo woman (Oksana Chusovitina) is competing in her 8th Olympics. So that's where we're starting with kicking off the biggest stories of the week.
From there, we discuss the ultimate mansplaining moment that came after Brisbane won the right to host the 2032 Olympics.
We look at the Boosting Female Founders grant, and the monumental stuff-up that left 1800 women disappointed.
And we share a discussion on burnout, and what more employers should be doing.
The Women's Agenda Podcast is produced by Agenda Media, publisher of Women's Agenda. You can check out our second podcast, The Leadership Lessons, sharing interviews with female leaders on how to lead for the critical decade ahead.
This week, we ask what can be achieved in an hour? Apparently, sexual harassment can! That's the amount of training parliamentarians are set to receive under a major shakeup.
In more positive developments this week, we also share some great wins: the female-led business giving parents three hours a day, Annabel Crabb's extraordinary looks at women in politics through history, plus the female leader putting hope and optimism on the climate agenda!
Plus we talk about business networking in a current and post COVID world. Will we still go to events? Can we network better online?
AND we have an excellent interview with Tanya Hosch (starting around 35 minutes in).
About this week's interview:
Tanya Hosch is the first Indigenous person, and the second woman to ever be appointed to the AFL’s executive.
You can read more on Madeline Hislop's interview with Tanya here.
As the Executive General Manager of Inclusion and Social Policy at the AFL (now in her fifth season) she says her role is to look at inclusion from a whole range of different perspectives and to support the idea that AFL is a "game for everyone".
In this interview, Tanya shares more on this year's NAIDOC theme, particularly the need to hear from more Ingienous voices when it comes to critical issues, like climate change. She speaks about her role with the AFL, as well as some of the challenges the code has faced in recent years.
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This week! Georgie Dent joins the discussion to outline some key stories she's following, while Labor MP Linda Burney shares an interview with Women's Agenda Editor in Chief, Tarla Lambert.
We also share some key wins for women, including what we love about Ash Barty, as well as the game-changing moments that come when high-profile women courageously speak out about the toxic work cultures they have encountered.
And we look at the large Sydney employer who told staff, during a COVID-19 related lockdown, that they can't "work from home" while also taking primary caring responsibilities for kids aged seven and under.
From MP Linda Burney (interview starts around 19 minutes in), we hear her take on this year's NAIDOC theme, Heal Country. She talks about what needs to be done, including on truth-telling, on climate change, on COVID-19, and on harnessing the expertise and wisdom of Aboriginal women.
You can find all the stories discussed during this episode on Women's Agenda
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This week on the pod, former Liberal MP Julia Banks shares an interview highlighting her time in politics and what she says needs to change for women.
We also share some much-needed highs for women: in sport and across the business world -- including KPMG's big announcement overhauling everything we know about paid parental leave and public holiday leave.
And we look at new polling that shows female voters are leaving the Morrison Government -- wonder why that would be? -- sparking some massive gender gaps in how men and women intend on voting.
To finish, we share some lockdown screen recommendations -- you won't want to miss these. Or maybe you do...
Our interview with Julia Banks begins around 10 minutes in.
All stories discussed can be found in some form on the Women's Agenda website.
You can also check out our other podcast, The Leadership Lessons, speaking with female leaders across different industries on how to lead for the critical decade ahead.
There's a lot to discuss on this week's Women's Agenda Podcast!
There's Barnaby Joyce, back as Deputy Prime Minister, only this time he's also joining the Women's Taskforce. Of course.
More on Dame Sarah Gilbert, the co creator of the AstraZeneca vaccine and her Wimbledon standing ovation.
Plus we also talk about the vaccine and how it went so wrong here in Australia, with less than five per cent of us fully vaccinated.
Finally, is childcare outsourcing parenting? The short answer is no! The long answer is, why was this ever a national discussion?
You can find all the stories we discuss and much more over on the Women's Agenda website.
You can also check out our second podcast, The Leadership Lessons, hosted by Shirley Chowdhary and featuring interviews with different women on how to lead for the decade ahead.
Why are billionaire men headed for space? Why is parenting in football still such a taboo when star players want to be with their newborn babies? Why does it matter that women can't be members of one of the most powerful member clubs in Australia?
And who actually gets to be 'smart' in this world?
These are just some of the questions asked in this week's episode of The Women's Agenda Podcast, along with an interview with Bri Lee, regarding her latest book: Who Gets to Be Smart. (Interview starts around the 21 minute mark).
Check out this conversation, wrapping up some of the biggest stories covered on Women's Agenda.
You can find everything discussed and much more over on the Women's Agenda website.
You can also check out our second podcast, The Leadership Lesson.
This ep, we discuss the Biloela family, swimmer Maddie Groves who called out the "misogynistic perverts', school uniforms, sleep and much more.
We also feature an interview with Shirley Chowdhary, our new host of The Leadership Lessons, and discuss more on the leadership that's needed for the decade ahead, particularly the role that empathy will play.
This is a quick take and overview of some of the biggest stories we're following on Women's Agenda.
You can check out more on Women's Agenda, where you can also sign up for our newsletter.
You can also check out our other podcast, The Leadership Lessons, hosted by Shirley Chowdhary.
We run through the biggest stories of the past week, and share an interview with journalist Michael Warner, who has just published The Boy's Club, shining a light on the inner workings of power at the AFL.
We also share some key wins: a historic moment in WA's parliament, women saying no to the creeps on LinkedIn.
And we explore how Naomi Osaka's stance on mental health could change things for people across other areas.
Finally, who got richer during the pandemic? The Billionaires of course!
You can check out all the stories discussed here in some shape on Women's Agenda.
Our interview with Mick starts at the 23-minute mark, you can read more on his book here.
Check out our quick run-through on some major issues covered on Women’s Agenda over the past week. There’s much to go through, again!
We look at the chief engineer at Ford who is showing Scott Morrison how innovation and leadership is done.
We ask about the men talking up the “drums of war”, and look at how Senator Penny Wong called it out in spectacular fashion.
We touch on why and how four men are up for key leadership positions, that’s expected to see a woman go.
And we ask what actually makes a family-friendly workplace! How can we get more employers to create them and promote them?
Plus loads more.
You can find all the stories we discuss in some form on Women’s Agenda, while also catching up on our latest stories also.
This episode was recorded on Monday the 24th May, 2021, with the upload delayed this week due to a tech issue.
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The team shares a quick overview of what we know so far about the so-called 'women's budget', just prior to the actual budget being delivered.
We also look at Christine Holgate's big new CEO move -- and why it highlights exactly why you don't bully a woman.
Plus more great wins for women in business.
And Tarla Lambert asks why Amanda Stoker has been appointed Assistant Minister for Women.
This is a quick overview of some of the biggest stories we've covered over the past few days. A conversational update to keep you in the loop.
You can find all the stories we discuss in some form on Women's Agenda, where you can also sign up for our daily newsletter update.
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It's wins and fails this week! We discuss the latest Women's Agenda stories including how two men took on the 'problem' of removing pads and tampons by inventing a pink glove (and got investor backing).
We also discuss the spectacular fail that was the cringeworthy consent video commissioned by the Morrison Government, featuring milkshakes and a 1960s backdrop, for some reason.
And the massive win for fairer pay for early childhood educators -- it's just the beginning but potentially a turning point for so much more.
Plus Christine Holgate's brilliant Senate Estimates appearance!
This is our quick conversational wrap of some of the biggest stories published by Women's Agenda over the past few days.
The Women's Agenda Podcast is produced by Agenda Media. You can check out our other podcast, The Leadership Lessons.
Yes, we are going there: deep into Married At First Site territory, to discuss the problems and dangers of chasing viewers around relationship drama.
We also give an update on the latest from the Morrison Government: including it's first "Prime Minister for Women", as well as its first women's safety cabinet meeting.
And we examine the Government's response (one year later!) to Kate Jenkins' Respect At Work report.
Plus some big wins this week, including paid parental leave and a unicorn business led by a woman in Australia.
Loads to unpack from this episode!
Women's Agenda discusses another week of stories -- the wins, as well as the absolute disasters, particularly for the Morrison Government.
This episode also features a special interview with Cathy Ngo on racism in Australia, following a number of incidents she's experienced locally, as well as the massacre of eight people in the United States last week, including six Asian women. Her piece is here.
And we talk about some great female-led businesses changing how women are managing their health -- making things like accessing the pill, easier.
Key stories discussed this week:
The PM told journalists to “be careful” as he weaponised a complaint. This is how toxic workplaces persist
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Jarryd Hayne found guilty of sexually assaulting woman in 2018
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It’s terrorism when racism and Asian fetishisation intersect
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The #March4Justice happened in numbers too big to ignore. Yet ignore is what the Prime Minister tried to do, before then realizing he needed to at least say something.
We discuss his disturbing take: that the protests are a "triumph" for democracy because similar marches occurring elsewhere are being "met with bullets".
We look at the demands that were ignored.
And then in NON-politics -- but still related -- we examine some awesome advice on how to not take no for an answer.
And just one in five people working in AI teams worldwide are women, which is a huge problem given how much this tech will be integrated in our lives in the future. What needs to change
A lot to discuss! Somehow we did it all in 25 minutes.
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Women's Agenda Editor in Chief Tarla Lambert runs through the biggest stories of the week: and there's a LOT to discuss.
The wins, the lows, the so-much-more-to-be-done, the mental health days we need, plus so much more.
We cover a wide range of topics in this episode, hoping to keep you in the loop -- and we get it done in less than 25 minutes!
We do discuss sexual assault and touch on mental health.
A reminder of services available to you: Call 000 if you are in danger. Call 1800 737 732 (1800 Respect) if you are experiencing mental or physical abuse. You can also contact a Lifeline Crisis Supporter on 13 11 14.
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What will it take to ensure the safety of ALL women, not just "someone's daughter?"
Kristine Ziwica discusses some of the horrific rape allegations that have emerged from Parliament over the past week.
Angela Priestley also touches on media diversity, in the wake of Facebook's news blackout. She shares what it means for Women's Agenda, and other media.
Some of the stories discussed in this episode, include:
Facebook and the future of Women’s Agenda. Read here.
What’s it going to take for the Prime Minister to ensure safe workplaces for ALL women – not just someone’s ‘daughter’? Read here.
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At 15, Naby Mariyam was at university. At 23, she arrived in Australia with a new baby. By her late twenties her career in academia had peaked.
She’s now one of few women in Australia leading in the fin tech space and has navigated the still too male-dominated world of raising capital -- as the founder of Cover Hero.
And she has a lot to say on careers, entrepreneurship, burnout and the future of work in Australia.
Creativity has been core to her career, moving from one thing to the next. And, as she explains, it really is a key skill for anyone seeking to navigate careers and opportunities in the future of work.
There's a lot to take in and learn from this conversation.
The Women's Agenda Podcast is produced by Agenda Media, the publisher of Women's Agenda. You'll find most of what we discuss here in written form somewhere on our website, including our recent profile on Naby.
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How do you scratch the entrepreneurial itch, and why do barriers persist for women when it comes to building great businesses?
Shivani Gopal runs two businesses, Angela Priestley runs one. They share a little more on their own journeys, including taking very different approaches to funding and getting established over a number of years.
They also dive into why, in 2020, it's still the case that such a tiny proportion of VC funding is going to women -- despite women being proven to deliver a higher ROI to investors -- and discuss the kinds of businesses we need more of right now, and why women are so well placed to lead them.
Shivani also starts with how she manages her time, given it's split between very different things. And shares a great tip to help.
Ange finishes on some inspiring female entrepreneurs to watch.
Happy Women's Entrepreneurship Day!
The Women's Agenda Podcast is produced by Agenda Media, a 100% female owned & run media business. You can check out our second podcast, The Leadership Lessons, hosted by Kate Mills and interviewing key female leaders on how to lead for the critical decade ahead.
Key stories discussed in this episode:
Care is the next entrepreneurial frontier. We must support the women who lead it
Why I decided to return all capital to my investors
Having more female entrepreneurs could improve Australia’s economic future
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Integrity is everything, especially in leadership. But it's not always there.
That's one thing Cathy McGowan set out to change when she, fairly unexpectedly, became a trailblazing independent, wining the safe Liberal seat of Indi back in 2013 and going on to serve two terms.
Cathy is all about humility, community and holding yourself to account. She shares a common sense approach to leadership that was game-changing for her time in Parliament, and would be game-changing for all of us if we could get more of it happenning.
She also discusses how the fear she felt arriving in Canberra, her family life (growing up as one of 13 siblings), the need for action on climate change and, of course, her thoughts on whether an integrity bill can ever get through parliament.
The Women's Agenda Podcast is part of the Women's Agenda Podcast Network and produced by Agenda Media. You can check out our second podcast The Leadership Lessons, hosted by Kate Mills and featuring interviews with Julia Gillard, Sonja Stewart, Kirstin Ferguson and more.
This interview was recorded on the 30th October 2020.
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It's 2020, things are moving quickly. Particularly when it comes to women's leadership locally and internationally.
Fresh from Jacinda Ardern's historic election victory in New Zealand a few weeks back, Shivani Gopal and Angela Priestley run through a number of key developments in women's leadership from the past couple of weeks: in entrepreneurship, at the CEO level, on the High Court and more.
They discuss women supporting women. They discuss double standards regarding women. And they share why women replacing women isn't good enough.
The Women's Agenda Podcast is part of The Women's Agenda Podcast Network! You can listen to our second podcast, The Leadership Lessons, hosted by Kate Mill and interviewing a series of female leaders on how to lead for the critical decade ahead.
Stories discussed this episode:
‘Never again without women’: Chile just voted to rewrite constitution. Read here
Some massive success & powerful examples of women supporting women in business. Read here
Morrison’s hard line on Christine Holgate would be good, if it wasn’t at odds with his typical response to alleged corruption. Read here.
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Sarah Davidson is just the person we need to hear from right now.
She's the self described 'positivity panda' and 'funpreneur'. But she's keeping it real, dialling in from lockdown in Melbourne to talk about her new book, Seize the Yay.
Sarah's got so much to share in this podcast: including the value of 'play' that many of us have forgotten how to do since childhood, how her definition of success has changed, and the sliding door moments that have shaped her, including her adoption from South Korea and the almost-didn't-happen moments that took her from corporate lawyer to entrepreneur.
You can follow Sarah (also known as Spoonful of Sarah) on Instagram.
You can check out her new book here.
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The numbers tell the story: just ten of the 200 CEOs leading our top listed organisations are female.
It's actually going backwards. Worse, the roles that typically lead to CEO positions are still also dominated by men.
Are there not enough "meritorious" women in the country? Hardly.
Does appointing women to more boards and executive positions aid company profitability? Yes! it makes a significant financial difference, according to recent research.
Shivani Gopal and Angela Priestley talk the latest research, and also look at a new investor led initiative being led by HESTA that's aiming to significantly shift the dial. They ask, what's going on and needs to change?
In this episode we also hear from Debby Blakey, the CEO of HESTA.
Stories discussed in this episode include:
Just 1 woman among 25 CEOs appointed in past year. We need a reset and in 2020 we’ve been given one
HESTA to lead fund managers in campaign for 40% women executives in ASX200
It can seriously pay to get more women into leadership. This new research shows how
The Women's Agenda Podcast is produced by Agenda Media. You can check out our second podcast, The Leadership Lessons, sharing critical lessons with female leaders for the decade ahead. You can subscribe to The Women's Agenda Podcast on iTunes, and see all our recent episode (including our budget special) here.
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Is $240 million enough for 'women's economic security' in Australia?
Ahh, hardly. No. But that's what was announced in Tuesday night's Federal Budget by Treasurer Josh Frydenberg.
No 'credible woman' is claiming that women have missed out in the big budget spending that presented a massive opportunity to shift the dial on everything. At least, that's according to the Government that created this budget.
So three apparently not-so-credible women including Shivani Gopal, Georgie Dent and Angela Priestley have a look at what was on offer -- or not -- in this 20 minute budget special.
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Layne Beachley is the greatest surfer of all time, with seven world titles including six won consecutively.
But it’s been a fight to get to the top – leaving her with a mindset she needed to reset.
And it’s been a fight in the water, given the pay inequity, the sexism and the intimidation that women in surfing have faced.
In this podcast, Layne shares how she’s overcome fear and found a new approach to success. Lessons all of us can take on, even when not surfing 50 ft waves (as Layne has while big wave surfing!).
And she gives her thoughts on the progress occurring in surfing for gender equality, including the massive equal pay announcement back in 2018.
Layne has just launched the Awake Academy, an online learning platform heaping people to detach from fear and take control of their lives.
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Parental Burnout was a thing long before the Pandemic hit, but it's now one serious problem.
Kristine Ziwica has just published an extensive investigation into the issue for Women's Agenda, examining how it's a distinct psychological phenomenon and why it's an issue we all need to be aware of and thinking about, long after life returns to some kind of normal.
We also talk solutions, like lowering the bar! And stepping away from the craft.
You can read Kristine's piece on parental burnout here.
Also mentioned in this episode is a 2017 piece on "mother shaming" and the fish finger salute one mother created
You can also check out our second podcast, The Leadership Lessons, hosted by Kate Mills: conversations with female leaders on the critical decade ahead.
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On Penny Locaso's agenda is hacking happiness, and the conversation couldn't be more timely.
Penny has just penned a book on the issue that she is promoting from lockdown in Victoria. She calls herself the world's first 'happiness hacker' and is on a mission to teach millions of people how to 'future proof happiness.'
Her methods are simple and accessible.
Penny is always learning, and shares some key tips she's added to her list of happiness hacks in just the last couple of weeks, and more on the power of developing a simple happiness practice during uncertain times like those we're currently living through now.
We first came across Penny back in 2014 when she penned an article for Women's Agenda on why she wore nothing but a swimsuit while delivering a keynote session. You can read that piece here.
Penny is a former corporate executive turned speaker, author and educator. Raised in the country, she moved to the city to pursue her idea of 'success' which, she says, worked great until the age of 39, when she found herself yearning for something more. Within a seven month period she left that career, left a relationship of 16 years and moved her family across the country. From there, she set out on a mission to determine why so many of us stay 'unhappy' in our pursuit of success.
She has since formed HackingHappy.Co. Her book is Hacking Happiness: How to Intentionally Adapt and Shape the Future You Want and is available here.
The Women's Agenda Podcast is an Agenda Media production co hosted by Angela Priestley and Shivani Gopal.
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Senator Mehreen Faruqi on how rebuilding can be a feminist and anti racist process.A few weeks ago spent some time on the phone with Senator Mehreen Faruqi.We cross a huge number of topics in this conversation including Senator Faruqi’s rise into the male-dominated world of engineering and politics. As well as how she worked with a team at the University of NSW to create a childcare centre that ultimately enabled her to do so much her career and tap into a vital network,We also discuss racism in climate justice and just what kind of world could be built post the pandemic, as this period is, “an opportunity to reimagine everything. Rebuilding should be a feminist and anti racist process.”Senator Faruqi was appointed to NSW Parliament’s upper house in 2013, becoming the first muslim woman to sit in an Australian parliament. She later became the First Muslim Woman in the Australian Senate in August 2018 – and the 100th woman in the Upper House in 75 years.This conversation was recorded on the 9th June 2020 and we’ve had a few delays in uploading some of our recent podcasts. While a few things have moved on politically, the conversation remains as relevant and timely as ever.
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Will 2020 mark the real shift needed to make flexible working the norm?Not necessarily. But things are changing.This episode features a conversation with employment lawyer Fay Calderone, who is a partner at Hall & Wilcox in Sydney.She's worked flexibly for over a decade and has long been a passionate advocate for enabling more employees to work how they need -- and ultimately then create more inclusive work environments for everyone.This episode was recorded in June 2020.(Apologies some audio disruptions!) Remember, pretty much everything we discuss on this podcast has been written about in some way over on Women's Agenda. You can subscribe to our daily update at www.womensagenda.com.au/subscribe
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Leila Chalk fled war-torn Bosnia as a child. Now the lawyer, business owner and mother opens up on techniques to help cope with the collective trauma and sense of loss many are feeling during the Pandemic, and as we transition into a 'new normal'.She shares how she personally caught up on missed schooling to later obtain a law degree and open her own law firm.And why she's just published an ‘isolation journal’ to help others navigate this period and beyond.She joins Angela Priestley for this discussion on her incredible back story, how she moved past the lost years of school, journaling, why parents are living through a 'fifth trimester' right now, and more.(Apologies, some audio disruptions!)More on Leila below:Leila's experience as a refugee and asylum seeker started when she entered Croatia in the summer of 1994. After spending fifteen months in a processing camp in Croatia, and her family were able to obtain visas to Australia, bringing home a young expatriate child who spoke no English. Leila is now the principal solicitor at law firm Forty Four Degrees, an author, public speaker and an obsessed baker. A self-confessed “meddler”, Leila is passionate about nurturing individuals who are on the verge of achieving their dream, via the work she does as a business strategist through her law firm. Her recent work with The Modmarkit saw over 4000 people involved in empowerment activities for women.She's just published Australia's first 'Isolation Journal'. Her website is leilachalk.com
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Is a disaster for childcare looming that will see kids pulled from care and more women out of work? Childcare has been provided free to those who need it during the Pandemic. But the Federal Government is looking at pulling the additional funding earlier than expected to 'snap back' to what we had before.Georgie Dent tells Angela Priestley why that would be a disaster for the sector, for children, and for working parents.Georgie is a contributing editor on Women's Agenda and on the board of The Parenthood, an advocacy group for working parents.
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We return to the 'glass cliff' theory, and question its place in the age of the pandemic.Are women elevated to top roles when the task is particularly tough?Shivani Gopal, Angela Priestley and Georgie Dent also touch on a wide number of issues affecting women this week, including the everyday sexism and harassment that's still going on in the media.Stories we refer to include: ‘The game is bigger than one individual’: Raelene Castle quits as Rugby Australia CEOhttps://womensagenda.com.au/latest/the-game-is-bigger-than-one-individual-raelene-castle-quits-as-rugby-australia-ceo/COVID19 is nearly 10 times more deadly in Sweden than other Nordic countrieshttps://womensagenda.com.au/latest/covid19-is-nearly-10-times-more-deadly-in-sweden-than-other-nordic-countries/Leigh Sales highlights sexualised social media abuse women in public eye facehttps://womensagenda.com.au/latest/leigh-sales-highlights-sexualised-social-media-abuse/‘Optimism is the determination to win this challenge. There is no other option’: Global climate negotiator Christiana Figuereshttps://womensagenda.com.au/latest/optimism-is-the-determination-to-win-this-challenge-there-is-no-other-option-global-climate-negotiator-christiana-figueres/
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This week we’re talking about how women are leading on COVID-19, the need to ensure every country’s recovery response considers women and girls, and why this work from home thing shouldn't be an experiment in productivity.Just 8 per cent of UN recognised countries are led by women, but new stats show that almost half of the countries doing better on coronavirus are led by women.So why is women’s leadership so different and so important right now? Angela Priestley discusses the issue with Shivani Gopal and Georgie Dent.The team also discuss why every country’s recovery response must intentionally consider women and girls, in order to ensure we maintain some level of progress on gender equality.And finally, are you working from home? Got kids in the background? How's it going? Workplaces have made a huge shift in enabling employees to work from home and we're quickly adapting. But is this the great experiment in productivity we need to prove it's possible? We're not so sure, but have differing views on the matter,. Listen here and subscribe at your favourite podcast app.
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We talk the little disappointments of self isolation and physical distancing – and why it helps to acknowledge them, no matter how frivolous they feel at this current time.Meanwhile, how do you actually work from home with kids, a flatmate, partner and others in the house?We also share more on the growing number of google searches regarding domestic violence help services, along with concerns about the rise of violence when so many people are confined to their homes.Finally, is this ‘pause’ really a time for self development, education and working on various skills that will ultimately help you later? We debate the issue.Join Shivani Gopal, Georgie Dent and Angela Priestley for this wide ranging discussion.Stories discussed this week:Navigating the big & small disappointments delivered by COVID19https://womensagenda.com.au/latest/navigating-the-big-small-disappointments-delivered-by-covid19/ Coronavirus and ‘domestic terrorism’: how to stop family violence under lockdownhttps://womensagenda.com.au/latest/coronavirus-and-domestic-terrorism-how-to-stop-family-violence-under-lockdown/Perhaps we’ve stumbled on a cure for intensive parentinghttps://womensagenda.com.au/latest/perhaps-weve-stumbled-on-a-cure-for-intensive-parenting/
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The podcasting team are at home, in different parts of the same city, connecting via video conference.This week they discuss cats being disappointed but dogs overjoyed by the prospect of their owners spending so much time at home (it’s true).On much more serious matters, they discuss the power of clear communication, looking particularly at some of the defining characteristics of female leadership during this pandemic and asking about the messaging that’s going on in Australia.New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Adern is high on the agenda, as are other leaders like German Chancellor Angela Merkel. They discuss the compassion, leadership, empathy, kindness, clarity and the power of words and language.The team also share optimism, outlining a range of measures and things businesses and people are doing all over the world during this crisis. Everything from businesses making some drastic manufacturing changes to people saying ‘how are you’ and really, really meaning it.Towards the end of the podcast, the team share their first experiences of remote learning, and trying to manage school at home.Recorded Wednesday. This one was slow to be upload as we adjust to new tech and Wifi issues during this time.Dog sprains his tail from ‘excessive wagging’ since owners have been in COVID lockdownhttps://7news.com.au/lifestyle/health-wellbeing/dog-sprains-his-tail-from-excessive-wagging-since-owners-have-been-in-covid-lockdown-c-764215Is ‘social distancing; the wrong term? Experts prefer ‘physical distancing’ and the WHO agreeshttps://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/social-distancing-coronavirus-physical-distancing/2020/03/25/a4d4b8bc-6ecf-11ea-aa80-c2470c6b2034_story.htmlIt’s physical, not social distancing. Ramp up the connectinghttps://womensagenda.com.au/latest/its-physical-not-social-distancing-ramp-up-the-connecting/‘Stay home to save lives’: She’s not our PM but Jacinda Ardern’s advice applies herehttps://womensagenda.com.au/latest/stay-home-to-save-lives-shes-not-our-pm-but-jacinda-arderns-advice-applies-here/The company behind Louis Vuitton is now making hand Sanitizer for French hospitalshttps://www.globalcitizen.org/en/content/louis-vuitton-hand-sanitizer-coronavirus/Ideas for keeping kids educated and entertained at home https://womensagenda.com.au/latest/ideas-for-keeping-kids-educated-entertained-at-home/
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This week's podcast has a different mood, as we dial in from three different locations.Recorded on Wednesday, we share a little on how we're feeling about the current crisis, and more on to the importance of considering self care and taking steps to look after yourself -- an evolving topic that will come up week to week.We also discuss and share some ideas that have been put forward by respected female leaders including Sam Mostyn regarding the need for a "single source of information" and Dr Kirstin Ferguson, who shared brilliant tips via our leadership webinar on what's needed from leadership during a crisis.Join Angela Priestley, Georgie Dent and Shivani Gopal for this discussion.
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This week we're talking about remote work, and whether the sudden need to work from home is a turning point that will make it stick.We also share some difficult facts about the spread of coronavirus, and the broader impacts of the pandemic for women.AND we ask if we will ever see a US President in the near future, after Elizabeth Warren ended her campaign for the Democratic nomination.Join Georgie Dent, Shivani Gopal and Angela Priestley for another wide-ranging conversation!To end on a lighter note, we share our entertainment and food ideas (including what we'd do with the kids) during a period of self isolation.Some of the key stories we discuss are shared below:The new and urgent need for normalising flexible workhttps://womensagenda.com.au/latest/the-new-and-urgent-need-for-normalising-remote-and-flexible-work/The mass school closures possibility: How would working parents cope?https://womensagenda.com.au/life/jugglehood/the-mass-school-closures-possibility-how-would-working-parents-cope/Women more likely to survive coronavirus, but suffer higher rates of depression anxiety and insomniahttps://www.scmp.com/news/china/society/article/3074168/women-more-likely-survive-coronavirus-china-studies-find‘Little girls will have to wait 4 more years’: Elizabeth Warren ends presidential campaignhttps://womensagenda.com.au/latest/little-girls-will-have-to-wait-4-more-years-elizabeth-warren-ends-presidential-campaign/
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This is our International Women's Day podcast edition! We get to meet one of the most inspiring women who has ever come to Women's Agenda (and that is saying a LOT), Dr Kakenya Ntaiya.Engaged to be married at five in Kenya, Kakenya had different ideas for her future. She shares her story of education, studying in the United States and then returning home to start two schools for girls, and work on the 130 million girls who are still not in school internationally.Our chat with Kakenya starts around 24 minutes in.But first, Georgie Dent, Shivani Gopal and Angela Priestley are talking International Women's Day. Why do we need it? Has it gone too far? Is it actually creating more work for women when we already have way too much on?We also answer some 'rapid fire questions', including whether we'd accept Donald Trump as a boss if it meant he was no longer president of the United States, along with questions about morning routines and television shows we'd prefer to not admit we're watching.This is one very wide-ranging episode.Some of the stories discussed this week include:Dr Kakenya Ntaiya was engaged at 5 years old. Now, she’s educated more than 500 Kenyan girlshttps://womensagenda.com.au/latest/dr-kakenya-ntaiya-was-engaged-at-5-years-old-now-shes-educated-more-than-500-kenyan-girls/The desperate need to talk climate change on International Women’s Dayhttps://womensagenda.com.au/latest/the-desperate-need-to-talk-climate-change-on-international-womens-day/(From 2019) We don’t want to see ‘women rise’ on basis of others doing worse, says Scott Morrison. On IWDhttps://womensagenda.com.au/latest/we-dont-want-to-see-women-rise-on-basis-of-others-doing-worse-scott-morrisons-bizarre-iwd-comments/
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We cover a huge range of topics this week, starting with the most pressing: the urgent changes that need to happen to address domestic and family violence in Australia.We also speak to astronomer and Australia’s Women in STEM Ambassador, Professor Lisa Harvey Smith, about why the numbers are so stubborn when it comes to women in STEM, what we can do about it, and a little more about how Lisa paved a way into a male-dominated profession.Meanwhile, what actually makes an employer a good one for women? More than 100 organisations have this week received a citation as being an excellent place for 'gender equality'. But are great experiences at work a matter of excellent policies -- or does it really come down to the person we directly report to?Finally on our minds this week: Harvey Weinstein, the never-ending question about being a ‘good parent’, and the environmental WIN that demonstrates it’s worth getting involved.Join Angela Priestley, Georgie Dent and Shivani Gopal for this wide-ranging conversation.Check out links to the stories we discuss below What happened in Brisbane on Wednesday has to be a turning pointhttps://womensagenda.com.au/latest/what-happened-in-brisbane-on-wednesday-has-to-be-a-turning-point/Senator Larissa Waters on why words matter when reporting violence (just want to include this in the show notes) https://womensagenda.com.au/latest/words-matter-when-reporting-violence/Astronomer Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith named Australia’s first Women in STEM ambassadorhttps://womensagenda.com.au/latest/astrophysicist-lisa-harvey-smith-named-australias-first-women-in-stem-ambassador/‘Change is a verb’ so talk won’t cut it: A wrap up from Catalysing Gender Equity 2020https://womensagenda.com.au/latest/catalysing-gender-equity-conference/The 119 employers recognised as employers of choice for gender equality https://womensagenda.com.au/business/the-119-employers-recognised-as-employers-of-choice-for-gender-equality/Equinor abandons Great Australian Bight oil drilling project: ‘Never doubt the power and determination of the Australian people’https://womensagenda.com.au/latest/equinor-abandons-great-australia-bight-oil-drilling-project-never-doubt-the-power-and-determination-of-the-australian-people/
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Have you heard about ‘trad wives’? Neither had we, until we saw a major media outlet declaring that “hordes of women” are pushing for a return to 1950s style marriages.Our co hosts talk through the so-called new trends, along with some of the other biggest stories from Women’s Agenda this week including the very real problem of sexism in the startup sectors, how female tennis players are delivering on great outcomes for women and much, much more.Join Georgie Dent, Shivani Gopal and Georgie Dent this week as we delve into some of the key things that have us talking about how we live and work.Check out the relevant story links below: We’re not convinced ‘hordes of women’ are calling for a return to ‘1950s-style marriages’https://womensagenda.com.au/latest/were-not-convinced-hordes-of-women-are-calling-for-a-return-to-1950s-style-marriages/There’s a sexism problem in Aussie tech, so why aren’t we talking about it?https://womensagenda.com.au/latest/theres-a-sexism-problem-in-aussie-tech-so-why-arent-we-talking-about-it/After 8 years & 3 children, Kim Clijsters makes tennis comebackhttps://womensagenda.com.au/latest/after-8-years-3-children-kim-clijsters-makes-tennis-comeback/‘I look at the clock… it’s 3am’: Why can’t women sleep?https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2020/feb/16/i-look-at-the-clock-its-3am-why-women-cant-sleep
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We are back! With a new line up of familiar and new co-hosts, the Women’s Agenda Podcast is back in 2020 and going bigger than ever before.
This week, Georgie Dent and Angela Priestley talk leadership brightspots from across the globe, after what’s been a particularly challenging start to the decade.
We go to Finland, where 34 year old Prime Minister Sanna Marin has announced a paid parental leave scheme that will give ALL parents almost seven months leave.
To New Zealand, where Jacinda Ardern is talking climate action to get on the “right side of history”.
And back to Australia, where Independent MP Zali Steggall is pushing to end the stalemate on moving Australia forward.
AND we catch up with contributor Kristine Ziwica who shares her take on Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer Donna Rotunno, who made headlines this week after telling the New York Times that she has never experienced sexual assault because she, “would never put myself in that position.” Yes, really.
Check out the below story links:
Finland to offer 7 months paid parental leave to all parents under female-led government
https://womensagenda.com.au/latest/finland-to-offer-7-months-paid-parental-leave-to-all-parents-under-female-led-government/
At 34, Sanna Marin became world’s youngest PM. Australia should take note
https://womensagenda.com.au/latest/at-34-sanna-marin-became-worlds-youngest-pm-australia-should-take-note/
‘On the right side of history’: Jacinda Ardern leads NZ to pass zero carbon bill
https://womensagenda.com.au/latest/on-the-right-side-of-history-jacinda-ardern-leads-nz-to-pass-zero-carbon-bill/
Zali Steggall unveils climate change act & will push for a conscience vote
https://womensagenda.com.au/latest/zali-steggall-unveils-climate-change-act-will-push-for-a-conscience-vote/
Something worth noting about the collapse of George Calombaris’ food empire
https://womensagenda.com.au/latest/something-worth-noting-about-the-collapse-of-george-calombaris-food-empire/
How Rupert Murdoch Is Influencing Australia’s Bushfire Debate
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/08/world/australia/fires-murdoch-disinformation.html
The case Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer is really making
https://womensagenda.com.au/latest/the-case-donna-rotunno-harvey-weinsteins-lawyer-is-really-making/
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