Feminism is for everyone, and #Feminist Fridays is your weekly unfiltered current & social affairs Podcast dedicated to equality, human rights and inclusion, with diverse guests from around the world who are feminist as f*ck. Sarah Liberty, the show’s host, is a Presenter, Public Speaker, Human Rights Advocate & CEO of JustSociale. Originally from Sydney, her career that has spanned leadership roles in the Communications, Advocacy and the Media in NGOs & businesses in London, New York, Jogjakarta and Paris.
Anna Fishbeyne is an unstoppable force! A playwright and a film director, Anna has just released her new film Galaxy 360, a hilarious comedy which follows the journey of a protagonist who reverses gender roles and empowers women worldwide. Tune into this to hear more about this amazing and forthcoming film!
In this future-forward episode, Sarah speaks with cyber psychologist Jocelyn Brewer - an expert on the promotion of digital wellbeing, to gain some tips and insights relating to how to stay 'plugged in' safely and positively. Jocelyn also shares her insights relating to some of the latest trends online in an episode that is for tech geeks and novices alike!
Dr Abbie knows her stuff. With a extensive experience in Chinese Medicine, she now runs the Zhong Centre in St Kilda, where she treats clients for a range of issues - including for facial rejuvenation using cosmetic acupuncture. Dr Abbie is all about indulging the senses, and her dream is to open a spa bar where clients can sip champagne and collagen cocktails after having their treatments. A treat of an episode!
This on point episode features leading body piercer Stirling Danier share his expert insights into the wild and wonderful world of body piercing. Body modification has existed as an artform for centuries, and serves as a form of individuality and self expression. Hear about how Stirling embarked on this career path, and what the future holds for this unique form of creativity. A must-listen.
Dr Froswa is one unstoppable woman. This Texan based activist and philanthropist has worked in the non-profit, academic and business circles, and is an expert on forging sustainable partnerships. In this insightful episode, she shares her thoughts with Sarah about her passion for giving back to diverse communities, and on raising the voices of people of colour. Dr Froswa is one episode not to miss!
Hacia Atherton - who welds for fun - endured a traumatic accident, and after being hospitalised for 12 months went on to found a charity - Empowered Women in Trades! She is on a mission to inspire 750,000 women to begin their skilled trades apprenticeships and she is well on her way to achieving it. In this insightful interview, she shares with Sarah the challenges women in the trades sector face, but how she is stepping up to help them to overcome the barriers to success.
Natasha Price is unstoppable. An elite wheelchair athlete, business owner, speaker, author and award winner from Australia, Natasha is dedicated to bringing visibility to disability and banishing unconscious biases about the lives of those living with one. Also overcoming the challenges of type one diabetes, gastric paralysis, severe chronic pain and arthritis, amongst other health conditions, Tasha is no stranger to the mental fortitude it takes to fight hard to achieve goals. Her resilience, strength and courage to succeed, no matter what life throws at her, is a shining example of what can be achieved with the right tools and a positive mindset.
Maria Halasz is one awe inspiring woman. After fleeing Hungary in early adulthood and spending time in an Austrian refugee camp, Maria went on to move to Australia where she pursued a career mastering the science of wellness. Maria went on to become the CEO of an ASX listed company, but has never forgotten her roots and humble beginning. This episode is a must-listen thanks to Maria's wellness wisdom and spirit of endurance.
in this insightful episode, Deepa shares her personal story of raising to a high powered corporate position, but making the personal decision to leave her career because of the toxic work environment for her as a WOC. Deepa shares her inspiring story of raising above racism, and connecting with and empowering the voices of WOC everywhere. This is one thought-provoking episode not to be missed!
Jacob Aldridge is a feminist business speaker with a focus on gender inclusivity - specifically how 'business' as we know it has been built in a Masculine Energy space with limited recognition of any Feminine Energy alternatives. Jacob, however, is on a mission to change this through his public speaking work, where he encourages businesses to embrace a balance of female and male energy, which could benefit for both men and women.
Jacob Aldridge is a feminist business speaker with a focus on gender inclusivity - specifically how 'business' as we know it has been built in a Masculine Energy space with limited recognition of any Feminine Energy alternatives. Jacob, however, is on a mission to change this through his public speaking work, where he encourages businesses to embrace a balance of female and male energy, which could benefit for both men and women.
Sally Arnold has never really conformed. Today she is an award winning author, speaker and coach, but during her career she has been a professional Flautist, a Boutique Homewares Buyer, Head of The Australian Ballet's business team and a psychotherapy student! She is currently a career coach who specialises in working with leaders from a range of backgrounds to achieve their dreams, and in this episode she speaks to Sarah about the benefits of having a diverse career. This episode might just be the refreshing wake up call your professional life needs!
French-American musician Lili Roquelin is not just loud and proud with her singing, songwriting, composition and record producing, she is also happily out there about living child free! In this episode, Lili joins Sarah from New York to discuss her many incredible career highlights, and her conscious decision not to have children. This is a must-listen episode for music lovers and anyone curious about not starting a family.
In this sustainable and savvy episode, Sarah speaks to marketing leader Sonja Ceri about her decision to become a B Corp certified business leader. Sonja shares her startup success story - from the origin of her distinctive business name, to the inner workings of a thriving marketing agency. This episode is a must for anyone who is curious about both creative leadership and doing business that doesn't cost the earth!
In this loud and proud episode, Sarah speaks with dance, yoga and tantra entrepreneur Danica Lani who specialises in teaching LGBTQI+ people how to feel 100% comfortable in their skin. Also the choreographer behind drag king group Kings of Joy, Danica gives Sarah some tips on getting started in the world of drag - a colourful episode not to be missed.
In this episode, finance commentator and award-winning CEO and author Vanessa Stoykov gets real with Sarah about money and its impact on our mental health. Whether you're scared of the 'f' word or just curious to hear the findings from recent research around the link between happiness and economic security, this episode will boost your confidence around ways to have courageous conversations about money. Having also worked as a journalist, Vanessa turns the tables and throws questions at Sarah - this is one segment that will ensure you you get paid...in inspiration!
Stephanie Thompson is an author and the woman behind Bravemumma.com, a site that aims to question the way we talk about childbirth. In this raw and inspiring interview, Stephanie speaks to Sarah about her traumatic experience giving birth to her first child, and about her mission to encourage everyone to have genuine, empowering conversations about childbirth.
In this kickass and contagiously funny episode, Sarah meets Natasha, a proud black woman who has created an inspirational career for herself as a design and construction maven in Toronto. After an early career in advertising, Natasha later realised the construction business was her calling, and after teaching herself ten trades, founded the Ethelfox Construct Group. Today, Natasha acts as a role model and mentor for other women in construction - the majority of her employees are women - and she is loud and proud about the rewards her career and her big truck are reaping for her!
In this on point episode, Sarah speaks with Elle Wilson, the Founder and Creative Director of True Brow - an international brow sculpting empire. If you've ever wanted brows that say wow, this episode is not to be missed!
John Mikler is an Associate Professor in Sydney University's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences - and in this thought provoking episode, he teaches Sarah a lesson about the world of academia! John is passionate about power relations - particularly global corporations and the social and environmental impacts that these actors have. John and Sarah discuss why capitalism may be losing its glamour, the political shift to right-wing politics, their shared love of The Matrix and a childhood swimming instructor. Tune into this discussion to find out whether John takes the red pill or the blue pill!
Francisca Mandeya has lived an extraordinary life. After growing up in Zimbabwe where she survived a terrifying assault, she moved to Canada, where she now uses her voice as an author and performer to write gender equality and to empower others to loudly and proudly share their truth. This is one inspiring, unfiltered and unmissable episode!
In this future forward episode, Sarah speaks with Mexico-based entrepreneur Karina Schulz, who heads up all North American operations for one of the world's leading Virtual Assistant companies, VA Platinum. If you're curious about the world of outsourcing and want to simplify your work life - or need an Assistant stat - this segment is for you!
In this thought provoking episode, Sarah talks to Conscious Visionary Joanna Walden, on her personal journey around the world to embrace her inside 'hustle muscle', to live by her core values & to escape the hustle hard daily grind. Whether you're just rising up your career ladder, or are at the top of your day-job-game, this is an episode for anyone whose wondered if there's more to life than work, work, work!
In this entrepreneurial episode, Sarah interviews SimpleMarketing.AI CEO and Co-Founder Suzette Bailey, who shares her expertise in Artificial Intelligence - and how she empowers other businesses to embrace it. Are you ready for your head to explode? This is one future focused podcast not to be missed!
In this feisty episode, Sarah speaks with Danielle Dobson, an author and speaker who raises awareness about the Gender Code - the beliefs ingrained into us from a young age that men and women are different. Danielle is passionate about bringing more gender equality into the workplace and the home, and she and Sarah discuss their shared enthusiasm for smashing stereotypes!
In this empowering episode, Sarah speaks with not one but two guests - you're in for a treat! Their names are Chandel and Jess, and they are both behind Ladies Talk Money - a free, online platform of videos, articles and resources dedicated to supporting women to talk about all things money. They are smashing stereotypes and stigma, and ensuring that women can achieve full financial equality. Word.
In this sensual episode, Sarah talks to sexuality expert and goddess Asti Maree on her creation of a sex toy empire, and on how she seduces women into their full potential in sex, business, love and life. Be warned... this conversation will turn you on!
In this sexy episode, Sarah speaks with Queen of Seduction Foxxy Eleoyze, an ex-exotic dancer now turned creative facilitator who coaches women to embrace their 'sass' by running retreats. If you've ever wondered about the world of adult entertainment or want to tap into your sass, tune in to this episode!
Confused about cryptocurrencies and digital assets? Don't be! They are the new frontier in financial services, and BTC Markets' CEO Caroline Bowler is here to give you the down low on embracing them. In this insightful episode, Caroline tells Sarah about her journey into the future of finance, and shares her tips on how everyone can invest in digital assets.
In this insightful episode, Sarah talks to Wendy Alexander about her experience growing up as a woman of colour in South Africa's most challenging Apartheid era. Wendy then shares how this experience led her to become a career coach helping others to secure their dream job - and how she continues to promote equality in her work today. A must-listen for anyone who wants to discover how to be unstoppable!
In this entertaining episode of #FeministFridays, Sarah is joined again - back by popular demand - leading Australian transgender authority Melissa Griffiths. Together, they discuss their shared experiences of being trolled, and how this has led them to pursue a passion for promoting online human rights.Want to know what a 'pinezard' is? This is the show for you!
In this fun and insightful episode, JustSociale's Ashley Hunt & Sarah discuss JustSociale's national Online Code of Conduct campaign, & how it is rapidly gaining momentum with signatories from diverse sectors & communities around Australia. Ashley & Sarah discuss their shared passion for promoting online human rights & good digital citizenship, and the importance of tech/life balance. Whether you're a tech trend savvy digital native or someone who wants to know more about their online human rights, this is one episode not to miss!
In this entertaining episode, London-based Jess & Sarah discuss the perils - and positives - of online dating! Jess shares how her own romantic journey inspired her & her sister to create the world's first dating app connecting personality types. Based on the Myers Briggs personality test, So Syncd has become wildly successful & even resulted in wedding! During their fun, open conversation, Jess manages to convince free spirited yet very curious Sarah to try the test and her App... listen in to hear what Sarah learns!
In this fun & inspiring episode of #FeministFridays, self-confessed drama queen Sarah interviews Melissa David of Melbourne's Antipodes Theatre Company. Melissa is kickass. Why? because the company she co-founded strives to promote diversity & inclusion with 50% representation - on stage and off - by women, ethnically diverse artists, people with disability, trans & non binary people, seniors or other members of marginalised communities.
In this fun & fierce episode, Sarah interviews Leah Morris - Founder an Australian social change initiative called Mavens, which highlights the work of diverse women in advertising and media. With their shared media industry backgrounds, Leah & Sarah discuss their shared passions for discussing issues like the gender pay gap and other issues facing women in the workforce. This is an upbeat, insightful and inspiring episode not to be missed!
In this episode, Luke Fenwick - a Life Impact Coach - & Sarah have an unfiltered and insightful conversation about how Luke realised he needed to own his sh*t, reexamine his life's purpose and rethink what it meant to be a man. After walking away from a high flying corporate career, Luke's own journey led him to forge a new career working with people to create fulfilling legacies. This is an incredible episode featuring a genuine, compassionate male feminist who is all about helping people to live their lives with purpose.
Bron Williams is a specialist in helping people and businesses to uncover their unconscious biases - & become more inclusive as a result. In Bron's insightful interview she shares her own experience of working with refugees on Nauru, and how that experience set her on a path to help others uncover their unconscious fears of difference, & overcome them.
Need some support making sense of money? Never fear! In this episode, Obu Ramaraj, Founder of Smart Money Solutions, talks to Sarah about how we can all save for our futures and security. Obu's very unique background - born in India in an environment where women weren't encouraged to pursue an education, let alone make money - make her an insightful, engaging and accessible guest we can all relate to in order to gain economic self-empowerment.
Jacki Short is the owner of a training business for mental health professionals in creative therapies. In this vibrant segment, she talks to Sarah about her dedication to utilising the power of art, music, drama & play to enable therapists to provide mental health services that are inclusive & respectful of diversity.
Think Silicon Valley is just a boys' club? Think again! In this episode, Ray Zinn - a feminist & the Founder of Micrel Semiconductor, which he ran for 37 yrs - talks to Sarah about entrepreneurship and the importance of building a respectful, caring company culture for business success. The Author of Tough Things First, Ray also shares his insights into the fundamentals of what it takes to be a leader and build a company with longevity and a solid culture. This is a must listen for anyone interested in tech, entrepreneurship and leadership.
In this episode, global citizen & transformational coach Iris Schaden - originally from Europe but who has lived & worked in Germany, France, Senegal, the US, China and now Australia, discuss how to evaluate what you would like to leave behind in the New Year and have more of in your life. Iris also shares practical tips on managing stress, loss and loneliness. This is one soulful segment you don't want to miss!
Think climate change is just having an impact on our environment? Think again. In this episode, Sarah speaks to Writer, Researcher and Lecturer in climate psychology and eco-psychology, Sally Gillespie on the emotional and mental health impacts that climate change is having on frontline workers - from firefighters, doctors & farmers, as well as ordinary Australians. Sally also talks about her involvement in the Climate Wellbeing Network, which is providing support for those feeling overwhelmed by climate change, and the support available for these people. If climate change is leaving you feeling more than a little hot and bothered, this episode is for you!
In this phenomenal episode, Laura Conti tells her story of growing up in a secretive, fundamentalist sect called The Truth. If you think The Handmaid's Tale is harrowing, Laura's experience of being forced to obey oppressive rules as a woman - wearing modest clothing, being denied education & told that if she left The Truth, she would face terrifying consequences - will blow your mind. At the age of 19, Laura finally managed to flee the sect and she is now a fierce feminist who supports others who are still trapped in fundamentalist groups. This X-Files like segment is one not to miss. The truth about The Truth is out there!
Rough Patch Counselling provides affordable, accessible counselling and mental health services to help build better mental health in Sydney's community. In this episode, Amber and Sarah discuss the importance of helping people of all ages and stages ways to access mental health services, and how Amber's own journey of survival inspired her to pursue a career as a counsellor.
After arriving in Australia as a refugee at 18 with no family, Natasha Janssens rose above fleeing a war torn country to not only achieve financial independence for herself, but to forge a mission to help other women achieve economic self-empowerment. As the founder of online education platform Women With Cents, Natasha has helped thousands across Australia and beyond facing challenges - from financial abuse and women fleeing domestic violence to supporting women who've lost their partners. In this interview, she also provides practical tips for people facing financial uncertainty during Covid, and positive insights into achieving economic justice.
In this fiercely intersectional feminist episode, Susanne Legena shares with Sarah her organisation's latest research and campaign for young women to feel #freetobeonline . As the Founder & CEO of online human rights organisation JustSociale , this is a topic close to Sarah's heart, and she & Susanne truly believe in the power of collective action when it comes to seeking the solutions to the online social dilemma & inequality that many people face online. For anyone interested in digital rights, or in the magic of the Matrix, this episode is for you!
Melissa Griffiths is flat out fabulous. In this upbeat yet raw and honest interview, she and Sarah discussed Melissa's journey and her experience transitioning, and how she is now a voice for transgender people who is recognised internationally for her dedication to promoting inclusion for her community in workplaces, the community and society. Melissa and Sarah also share a laugh over their shared love of heels and lipstick, and discuss their mutual identification as bisexual women. This is one serious serve of intersectional tee you don't want to miss!
In this incredible episode, Sarah speaks to Jimmy Dennis about how he survived 25 years on death row in Pennsylvania as an innocent man, convicted of a crime at the age of 21 he did not commit. Although his life and dreams were stolen away from him and he faced years of horror, Jimmy never gave up hope or faith - and was finally freed in 2017. Jimmy's courage, dedication and unwavering joy are truly inspiring, and he is now living his dream of being a successful RnB singer - as well as being an advocate and campaigner for other innocent people who have been wrongly convicted and are also on death row. Jimmy is unstoppable, and this is one #FeministFridays segment you will never forget.
Has Covid been killing your vibe or messing with your mental mojo? Well you're not alone - but never fear! Because Dr Jenny George, CEO of Converge International, is here, and joins Sarah for an uplifting discussion about how we can all stay mentally well during these uncertain times. Jenny offers plenty of simple, practical tips on ways to practice self care and to stay resilient - and she's spreading a pandemic of positivity that is contagious!
Jessica Sanders is one fierce young feminist! As a Social Worker and award-winning Author, she is passionate about promoting body positivity, and encouraging young people to embrace their vulnerability. Jess is on a mission to create resources for parents and children about gender equality for both sexes so we can all reach our full potential. At 26, she is just getting started!
Think climate change, ocean warming, greed and gender equality are topics that are too big for children aged 0-6? Think again! In this episode, Sarah is joined by children's author, journalist, mum and ethical business owner Teigan Margetts. Teigan is all about teaching children to learn values like compassion and empathy through the magic of storytelling - and who doesn't want some magical mojo in their lives? This is an inspiring and uplifting conversation for people of all ages who value the sparkle of stories!