The Women's Agenda Podcast

Top stories from the week! Pauline Hanson is abolishing things, everywhere, wants monoculturalism, claims the gender pay gap is a myth etc. Plus, how 12 hours risked reproductive rights in Australia.River Ahmad becomes the first Afghan woman to summit Mount Everest, and how Cape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha out-classed a US$60 million masculinity spectacle.Have you heard of career minimalism? We unpack the latest workplace trend and why it's fine, for some people.This week's discussed stories include:River Ahmad, the first Afghan woman to climb Everest, dedicates historic achievement to women and girlsA goalkeeper wept, a fighter sledged Michelle Obama. Only one of these men showed strengthBasically, Pauline Hanson wants to abolish a bunch of thingsAn alarming 12 hours of efforts to restrict reproductive health in AustraliaJane Fonda, Julia Roberts take on Trump at free speech concert in NYCSubscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and head to womensagenda.com.au for the full stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new political leader wanting Australia to be great... just like the past. Only this time, a hyper Australia! Plus, progress on the lack of women in leadership globally is slow, who could possibly tell? Also some big wins for the week, including changes to superannuation that will get more money in women's pockets. And the Iranian football team, which showed the responsibility we have for those who silently speak truth to power. Key stories discussed this week: ‘More Australian babies!’ New Nationals leader Matt Canavan has a vision for Australia to help us return to the pastGlobally, the rate of cabinet posts held by women has decreased as political leadership overwhemingly dominated by menTwo more Iranian football squad members granted humanitarian visas, will stay in AustraliaThe Women's Agenda Podcast is produced by Agenda Media, publisher of Women's Agenda. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's all a bit difficult for Anthony Albanese this week, as he faces very valid backlash over his description of former Australian of the Year, Grace Tame.Also today, we’re talking about the AI Deepfakes that are infiltrating politics right now, and Australia’s not immune. In fact, Pauline Hanson is capitalising sensationally. Plus, senior journalist Dinushi Dias shares an interview with Ayla Chorley, the CEO of the Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education, about the growing impacts of alcohol on women. You can learn more about FARE here. Stories discussed today include: When Albanese called Grace Tame “difficult,” he said more than he intendedAI deepfakes are warping Australian politics. Pauline Hanson is in the middle of it.And support our work! Become a Women's Agenda Member and/or Subscribe to our free daily news update.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Australia has a new case of the glass cliff, with the (now former) Opposition leader being the latest high-profile woman to fall. We share how the events unfolded and why. Plus, we examine male confidence by exploring new research on how emotional openness changes across different ages for men. Finally, why does motherhood feel so lonely? We share the power of parent groups and why we're spending the next couple of months exploring how mothers connect. Topics discussed this week include: 1. Bad bunny’s superbowl show was an alternative joyful vision for America2. Angus Taylor is our new opposition leader. So, will there be a plan behind the man?3. From emotional openness to strength, this Male Confidence Index hopes to drive new conversations on men4. Why can motherhood feel lonely? Help us find out and change the experience Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wrapping up some of the top stories of the week we head to Davos, Canberra, Minnesota and back home again. On the agenda is extreme wealth, the lack of women at the World Economic Forum, the self-indulgence of some in politics and how "Wine Moms" became a thing and we also look at an excellent idea for addressing Jan 26. Key stories discussed this week include: Davos remains a festival of men despite (mostly) man-made risks we all faceSussan Ley “disrespected” us claim Nationals who have managed to make another week about themConservative media blame ‘wine moms’ as protests over ICE violence growWhy January 26 is not a date to celebrate and staying silent is not enough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Australia is coming to terms with the horrific attack on the Jewish community in Bondi on Sunday night. Tarla Lambert-Patel and journalist Dinushi Dias sit down to unpack what happened, what it means and where we go next. They also break down some of the biggest stories on Women's Agenda this week. And find some hope in what has been a horrible week we will never forget. The Women's Agenda Podcast is published by Agenda Media, publisher of Women's Agenda. You can subscribe to our free daily lunchtime update and support our work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tech-facilitated abuse continues to grow as a dangerous part of gender based violence. This includes everyday financial products and services being weaponised by perpetrators to inflict harassment, terror and surveillance on their victims. One person who has been instrumental in examining the extent of the issue and how common services and products can do more to address this type of abuse, is Catherine Fitzpatrick She is a leading expert on disrupting financial abuse and gender biases through more innovative product and service design. And she joins the podcast for a fascinating but at times disturbing discussion on how this type of abuse is occurring, its prevalence, but then optimistically, the empowering actions both consumers and businesses can deploy to help stop it. Catherine has been leading industry-wide reforms. She’s advised the government on financial abuse policy and pioneered the financial safety by design framework, which is helping leading brands protect customers, manage risk and strengthen trust. She uncovered widespread abuse in online banking transactions while working as a banking executive in 2019, which led to her spearheading whole industry reforms to crack down on the practice. Catherine recorded this conversation with Women's Agenda on the 3rd December. And there’s much to learn, not just about how businesses and consumers can respond to the weaponisation of products and services, but also how she channelled a significant career curveball into a clear mission that is having real results. You can learn more about Catherine here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.