Conversations with Remarkable Women

A narrative between a Nic, a Monk and Marion, a Minister bringing alive the conversation about dying and death through the sharing of stories. Never one to shy away from any conversation, this one has real magic in it. For so many reasons. Marion is a retired Minister (and Momma of our very own Danielle Macleod). She’s also the remarkable woman who married Nic and her husband, around Nic’s Mum’s bedside and then carried out her funeral just days later. In this opening conversation, this minister and our modern-day monk, share their own experiences and moving tales. Of the people they have met, lost and supported across the years and shine a light on just some of the stories we make up about dying, death, survivors guilt and grieving. And the impact on the dying experience for us all in a global pandemic. This isn't a conversation about religion, it's a conversation between two human beings who know there's enormous healing to be had when we dive into the biggest conversation of all. Its packed with gems as always. Get ready for powerful insights and a lot of laughter too….

Pam had a big corporate life with all the trimmings. And a big fear of running out of money that was driving her to do more and more. She's also an adventurer, seeking experiences and new things and using her high flying job to support her in creating the lifestyle she wanted. But one day, a big change in her family required her to think differently. To consider a life of slowing down. Is that even possible for a true rebel? Join Danielle as she meets with Pam in her new home in France to hear what happened. (Filmed prior to the global pandemic so no social distancing required!)

Madeleine Black has a big story to tell. Gang raped in her teens, she embarked on a long journey of recovery to become the inspirational speaker she is today. This is a story of how one woman healed her shame, learned to forgive and realised that she could still lead an exceptional life, no matter what had happened to her. There's something for us all in here. Join the clan: www.remarkablewomen.co.uk

Ann decided to pivot her career after over 30 years in corporate life. Her soul was calling her to change the lives of young boys and girls. Hear her story from Corporate to University to the difference she's going to make in the world. And how there was a thread throughout her life that meant where she has ended up makes perfect sense after all... If you've ever wondered if you can make a big change or if maybe you should just stick with what you're doing, this story is going to fill your heart with rocket fuel.

The cover of a book doesn’t always cover the true story. Likewise, a person’s journey can unfold with hidden often unexpected twists and turns. In this episode we introduce Catriona Davies, a woman with a dogged determination to find another way. Her way.

Kelly Herrick is a Contemporary Landscape Artist. Learning to own that title was a big deal. You see, Kelly has been a lot of amazing things in her life, but she never saw herself as an artist. Until one day she was. Join Danielle and Kelly as they explore the mystery of creativity and creative pursuits, how to get beyond the Imposter that cripples us and what it means to BE the very thing you long for. There's a creative spirit in all of us and Kelly knows just how critical it is that we all unlock it. Ready to Say Hello to Your Creative Self?

In this episode, Danielle is joined by Behavioural Scientist Dr Mairi Macleod as she shares some fascinating insight on the evolution of our brains and why women behave the way they do. We talk about why we're biologically wired to put other women in their place AND why women create brilliant community together; what might be going on in the boardroom, and most brilliantly, what we can learn from the Bonobo primate community, where the females run the pack... A fun episode with a whole bunch of fresh insights that just might have you thinking differently. Let's be remarkable together!

It's astounding just how easy it is to reset the chemical balance in our bodies to give us more energy, vitality and confidence. In a time of physical distancing, working from home, high cortisol and high anxiety, it's exciting to come across tips and techniques that barely require any effort at all (and we mean it, this is not a fitness or nutrition episode!). Join Danielle as she speaks with Claire Dale, co-author of award winning book, 'Physical Intelligence' and learn how you can change your chemistry in an instant.

Anj Handa has one of those stories that will blow you away. After watching the documentary, A Cruel Cut, she realised she wanted to do something to help eliminate Female Genital Mutilation in the world. So she started with one family who needed her help... If you ever wanted a sense of what's possible when you simply ask and try and keep trying, this is a story of mission, achieving the impossible and simply showing up every day to make a difference. And as always, it's packed with gems for every single one of us, whatever we're doing with our precious lives. Join the clan: www.remarkablewomen.co.uk

Lisa Livingstone has a pretty huge corporate role. She's also Scotland's Strongest Woman (for the second time) and placed third in the British Championships. In March 2021 she'll be off to compete in the Worlds. She started her journey just three years ago when she decided to get more time with her husband - by going to the gym! This isn't a podcast full of sporting analogies. It's the story of a gentle and remarkable woman who has found a new way to live her life and is still mastering the voices in her head as she masters a sport she never knew she had a talent for. This is one for all of us and those women who include extensive travel within their professional life are GUARANTEED to find some gems here. What if you could manage your energy levels after all? Let's be remarkable together,

Miriam is a manager who loves her team. One day, she receives devastating news. One of her people has committed suicide. Unexpectedly, it becomes public news and while she navigates her own outpouring of grief and that of her team, she finds herself blindsided by media and then social media discussions that bring her and her actions into the story. Join Nic and Miriam for Episode 9 of Conversations with Remarkable Women as they dive deep into a story of navigating an onslaught of never-ending emotions whilst still trying to be a leader, a mother and most of all, a human being.

Shelley Paxton was the former CMO of Harley Davidson. It was a dream job in so many ways and yet, like so many of us, she was making bonkers decisions when it came to listening to her body and soul. So she decided to take a Soulbbatical . To take a break from all the 'musts' and should' in her life and tune in to all the things she was avoiding. It was big work. With a happy ending. Soulbbatical - A Corporate Rebel's Guide to Finding Your Best Life is published by Simon and Schuster in January 2020. And WE got a sneak preview of the story and the woman behind it. She's pretty remarkable and she has a whole bunch of gems for us all to learn from. You'd expect nothing less, right? Create YOUR remarkable life. Nic and Danielle

On paper, Holly Ransom has a life we all look at with awe. In her early 20s, she was invited by the Australian PM to Chair the G20 Youth Summit and then life began to accelerate. She has delivered a Peace Charter to the Dalai Lama, interviewed Barack Obama on stage, was Sir Richard Branson’s nominee for Wired Magazine’s ‘Smart List’ of Future Game Changers to watch in 2017 and was awarded the US Embassy’s Eleanor Roosevelt Award for Leadership Excellence in 2019. This isn't even all of it. More recently, she won a Harvard Fulbright Scholarship and is taking two years to go deep into International Governance and policy. There's no doubt she's going to change the world. And she's only 29. Here's the thing though, we never get to hear Holly's story, because she's usually on the other side of the microphone. And wow, is it a good one. For ALL of us. Join Danielle, Co Founder of Remarkable Women as she asks Holly to share some of the workings of her own mind, including the story of why she never believed she would win the Harvard Scholarship and what she did to make it happen. This is the story of what it's like to go ALL IN and perhaps a lesson in why we often choose not to. Join the clan! www.remarkablewomen.co.uk

Miranda Cain is a powerful woman. At points in her life she has been described as 'too much'. Now she finds herself in a place where she knows who she is and she's done the work to truly engage with people on a different level. Looking for a masterclass in asking for what you want and getting curious about how you can grow in powerful ways? This is the one for you. Join the clan www.remarkablewomen.co.uk

After having three children and finding herself in repeated overwhelm, Lynn White realised that there was a huge gap in the way we help women navigate pregnancy, motherhood and careers - the infamous, 'Can we have it all?' question. So she set up Talent On Leave to change the game. Providing women with coaching and tools to set themselves up for a different way.

Kim Perdikou did a degree in Computing at Paisley Tech in the second year that it was a thing...She thought she was going to be a teacher in Glasgow. Life had other plans. Fast forward many years and some brilliant life lessons and she finds herself as GM of one of the biggest technology influencers in the world. If that wasn't enough, she then decides she's going to take on slavery... And yet, at the heart of it all, she's still just a girl from Glasgow who can't quite believe this has happened. This session is so packed with story and tips and brilliant moments we don't know where to start. You're going to love Kim as much as we do. And you're going to realise all things are possible, even if it doesn't feel like it at the time. ROCKET FUEL. Join the clan: www.remarkablewomen.co.uk

We've all got a Zone of Genius. A unique set of talents that means some things just come easy to us. When we dedicate our lives to doing more with these talents, everything changes. Join Danielle, as she talks with Sacha, a Remarkable Women with a clear Zone of Genius, who forgets it sometimes...and thinks she doesn't do anything special at all... Want more? Come join the clan! www.remarkablewomen.co.uk

Ever experienced a gun to your head or needing to flee from people you're trying to help? In this remarkable conversation, Danielle talks with Tatjana as she shares her story of refugee camps and administering dollars of aid at a scale most of us could never imagine. And yet, she doesn't think she's remarkable at all... An 'ordinary', yet always remarkable woman shares a treasure trove of tips on how to manage the thoughts in our heads and how to live a remarkable life. Join the tribe www.remarkablewomen.co.uk

In this first episode of the Remarkable Women Conversation series. Danielle talks to Sonia about her Big Leap from her massive corporate job and the amazing steps she took, that didn't quite work out the way she planned...