#BreakTheBias

#BreakTheBias

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#BreakTheBias

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Imagine a gender-equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world where difference is valued and celebrated.

Together, we can create that world.

We unpack the big conversations with some inspirational women, discussing their personal journeys, success tips, thoughts on breaking down gender barriers, and everything in between.

Special thanks to spacecubed.com for partnering with us to record this podcast in their studio.

Diversity and Inclusion In The Workplace with Ali Local

Diversity and Inclusion In The Workplace with Ali Local

Director of Camerton Consulting, Ali Local is passionate about helping businesses find a productive way to implement diversity and inclusion programs.We chat about why the gender pay gap still exists, how we navigate it, the recent FINA decision regarding transgender athletes, and why a happy work environment can't be made with ping pong tables and cupcakes.Want more Ali? Find her...

Breaking The Bias in Medicine with Dr Claire Bailey

Breaking The Bias in Medicine with Dr Claire Bailey

A proud feminist and medical doctor who has spent the last 24 months working in the physician training program, Claire Bailey shared her views with us on bias in the medical world.We have a deep chat about stereotypes, how we can do better, the positives when it comes to making progress, why gender quotas could help, and how she hopes to make things easier for the next generation.

Empowering Aboriginal Girls & Women with Fran Haintz

Empowering Aboriginal Girls & Women with Fran Haintz

Meet Fran, Executive Officer at Shooting Stars and a passionate advocate for community development and social justice.Shooting Stars empowers Aboriginal girls and women across Western and South Australia to make informed choices about their education and employment journey.We discuss some of the barriers Aboriginal women face, how the work Fran does is making a difference and why strengthening...

We Talk Politics with Kate Chaney

We Talk Politics with Kate Chaney

After working in many different roles from lawyer to Aboriginal Affairs Manager, Kate Chaney is now an Independent Candidate for the Australian Federal Seat of Curtin.Kate is focused on real climate action, integrity, a future-focused economy, and inclusive communities. We chat about some of the biggest concerns coming from her electorate, why we need long-term solutions, how the future of...

Using Science To Solve Crimes with Dr. Paola Magni

Using Science To Solve Crimes with Dr. Paola Magni

World-renowned crime scene investigator, researcher, and senior lecturer, Paola is one of only 120 female forensic entomologists in the world and one of only five aquatic forensic experts.We dive into all the gritty stuff and discuss her most interesting cases, why she was inspired to do what she does, how she used science to crack a cold case, and why crime scene investigation is definitely not...

Building A Pretzel Empire with Brittany Garbutt

Building A Pretzel Empire with Brittany Garbutt

The iconic pink and fun dough creations stole our heart in 2017- so how did Australia’s favourite Pretzel stop become such a sensation?We chat to the Pretzel Queen herself about where the idea came from, how she created her much-loved brand, and why not everyone is cut out to start their own business.If you want more Brittany and Pretzel, you can find it here:https://www.pretzelaustralia.com.au/

Creating Meaningful Workplaces with Jennifer McMahon

Creating Meaningful Workplaces with Jennifer McMahon

Co-Founder & Chief Purpose Officer at Modern People, Jennifer knows a thing or two about living life with purpose and finding meaning in the workplace.She’s on a mission to show leaders how to be better people by using purpose, culture and impact.We get talking about creating a safe working environment, her personal journey, and how gender equality fits into it all.If you want more Jennifer,...

Changing The Medical World with Dr Katharine Giles

Changing The Medical World with Dr Katharine Giles

Katharine has had quite an impressive journey from investment manager at Brandon Capital Partners to director and CEO of OncoRes Medical, a medtech startup changing the game for surgeons removing cancer.We chat about how the technology works, why it’s improving medical outcomes for breast cancer patients and how her hobby of sewing led her into surgery.If you want more Katharine, you can find her...

Fix Workplaces, Not Women with Tania Cecconi

Fix Workplaces, Not Women with Tania Cecconi

Tania is a woman on a mission to encourage gender equality in the workplace, starting from the very top.Currently Executive Officer at CEO’s for Gender Equity, she’s worked to successfully shift the conversation in Western Australia from fixing women to fixing workplaces. Her goal? To ensure all CEOs assume responsibility and accountability for creating an inclusive and gender-diverse culture.We...

Helping Women Thrive In The Workplace with Rachael Hain

Helping Women Thrive In The Workplace with Rachael Hain

We love a woman working hard to make a difference. Enter Rachael, Co-Founder and Chair of Dress for Success Perth.A working mother of two school-aged children, Rachael understands the challenges faced by women in the workplace and securing employment.Dress For Success Perth is a WA-based charity set up to support vulnerable women by helping them achieve economic independence and enter the...