Parents Who Think (Danusia Malina-Derben)

"𝙒𝙚 𝙙𝙤𝙣'𝙩 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙙𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙖𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮'𝙫𝙚 𝙖𝙡𝙬𝙖𝙮𝙨 𝙗𝙚𝙚𝙣 𝙙𝙤𝙣𝙚" << I'm 100% with Sarah on this one. This week Sarah K Peck, Founder of @startup_parent joins me to talk on the topic of START. With all things IWD swilling around this week, it's the *perfect* moment to release this ep. We get right into:

- Being bold and STARTing a business 
- Why mothers make ideal startup founders
- Living to our values. [Not in any kind of twee way]
- How a book might be the best business card for you + your biz. 

About my guest, Sarah K Peck: 

Sarah K Peck is the founder and CEO of Startup Parent and the host of The Startup Parent Podcast, an award-winning podcast featuring women in entrepreneurship, business, and parenting. She runs The Wise Women’s Council, a year-long membership program for women to come together and be honest and brave together while navigating the challenges of working and parenting. Her writing and work has been featured on Forbes, Inc, Fast Company, The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, and more. She lives in New York City with her family.

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Constantly struggling with mum guilt? It sucks! Thank goodness for my guest, Jo Wimble-Groves, founder of the popular blog “Guilty Mother”, motivational speaker and expert in leadership and management.

Our conversation gives us all permission to push aside that tired concept of the perfect parent and instead focus on the power of supporting one another - plus we throw down strategies on how to deal with that guilt bitter-pill so many of us swallow but would rather not. You’re not alone mama!

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What if you could feel more alive in your 80s than ever before? Meet Jane Wyker, the unstoppable force behind Soul Selfish: The Awakening of a Good Girl. Jane’s story is proof that it’s never too late to prioritise yourself, let go of toxic baggage, and embrace joy at every stage of life.

Danusia and Jane unpack the inner work of shedding the “good girl” identity, balancing self-love with motherhood, and yes, even the realities of sex, dating, and pleasure in your 80s. Jane’s advice on “inner housekeeping” is a game-changer—because let’s face it, no one thrives in a cluttered emotional home.

This episode is a masterclass in how to own your life, your choices, and your happiness—no matter your age. Tune in for some unforgettable wisdom and a bold call to put pleasure (and yourself!) at the centre of your world.

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Credits:

• Hosted by Danusia Malina-Derben

• Edited, Mixed + Mastered by Marie Kruz

• Cover art by Anthony Oram

Making mistakes is 100% a normal part of life - and motherhood. In this ep Danusia considers the mistakes she's made along the way. Some of us might say that mistakes are only learning and growth - which Danusia certainly agrees with! Listen in to hear the 7 big mistakes that turned into transformational stuff. 

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Interview Time with a Difference as I’m the one answering all the questions. Suzy Walker from Metro.co.uk asked me how men can reject toxic masculinity and become happier dads. So I told her! It was a big Father’s Day celebration with a splash of tough love taken from my book SPUNK: A Manifesto Modernising Fatherhood. See what you think 

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In this episode I’m a guest on Nicky Patrick’s fabulous podcast called ‘It’s Somewhere in the Bottom of my Handbag”. What I love about this show is the way Nicky asks guests to speak about one topic – she hits record and off guests go. Here’s me talking about work life balance.

Rebekah Taussig, aka @sitting_pretty, joins me to crack open the disability narrative. We talk stereotypes, limitless potential and the beautiful nuanced stories Rebekah shares in her upcoming book Sitting Pretty (August 2020).Read the full show notes over on our website >> https://www.schoolformothers.com/podcast_sfm/94-sit-rebekah-taussig/

Parents Who Think debate show is here! Well. almost.  This is the third Trailer for the show.  

On PWT you’ll hear debates on hot button parenting topics. Three parents per debate chew over their opinions and spit out their reasons for them. 

In this trailer meet Danusia Malina-Derben, your host. You’ll learn when you can expect the first debate to drop, reflect a bit on why PWT is needed and what you can expect out of the show. PWT is debate done different, where real opinions meet real parents!  

The episode after all three trailers introduces you to the workings of the show and is called HERE’S HOW PARENTS WHO THINK DEBATES WORK. 

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Credits:

• Hosted by Danusia Malina-Derben 

• Edited, Mixed + Mastered by Roger Heathers

• Assisted by Marie Kruz

• Cover art by Anthony Oram

Looking for a dose of inspiration? I'm joined by my guest, entrepreneur, and founder of Absolute Collagen Maxine Laceby, to talk all things business + motherhood, menopause, SAHM and the power of stripping back to build up again (and SO much more). Maxine shares her journey from 25 years as a Stay at Home Mother to going to University at 50 and onto award-winning entrepreneurship. 

Read my book, NOISE: A Manifesto Modernising Modernhood 

About my guest, Maxine Laceby: 

Maxine is an award-winning businesswoman, who founded her business from her kitchen table with no formal training and after 25 years as a stay-at-home mother. She discovered the benefits of taking collagen while boiling up bone broth in her kitchen, and realised there was a gap in the market. 

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Is this the perfect opportunity to think outside of the NORM? Mandy Lehto, coach and corporate trainer, joins me for an episode all about coping with a time that’s totally NOT normal, and using it to get clearer. We get into:
- Devotion // Discipline
- People pleasing
- “Bouncing back”

“In the rush to return to normal use this time to consider which parts of normal are worth rushing back to.” Dave Hollis

Read the full show notes over on our website >>
https://www.schoolformothers.com/podcast_sfm/81-norm-mandy-lehto/

What exactly is tapping and how can it help us release tension and feel calmer? My guest for this Sunday Supplement is exactly the person to answer that question! Sarah Tobin joins me to share what tapping is, how to incorporate the techniques into everyday life plus how it's especially handy during stressful times (like Christmas and a pandemic!). Sarah is an experienced Tapping Practitioner and the creator of Tapping for Mums.

Newsflash - not every woman wants to be a mother. My guest Rachel Pesso shares with me honestly and from the heart as to why she’s chosen (and still choosing each and every day) to not become a mother.

We talk about the impact of external expectations and judgments (especially from family, friends and colleagues) as well as dealing with fixed perceptions of woman/mother-hood that impact us all. This episode truly reminds us all to stand strong for what we want as individual women, whether mothers or not.

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Buh-bye gender stereotypes. The world is changing, so what does this mean for traditional caregiving roles? Priscilla McKinney, my guest this week, encourages ripping up the rule book and doing things our own way!

Priscilla is CEO of Little Bird Marketing, keynote speaker, industry innovator, diversity champion and rocking mother (the list goes on). In this high energy episode, we talk house husbands, being the sole breadwinner and kicking stereotypes to the curb.

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Join mother of 10 and entrepreneur, Danusia Malina-Derben, as she chats with badass women (who happen to have children) who are defining & redefining themselves — instead of letting our noisy culture define their identity for them. Yeah, it’s pretty #revolutionary.

Parents Who Think debate show is here! Well. almost.  This is the first Trailer for the show.  

On PWT you’ll hear debates on hot button parenting topics. Three parents per debate chew over their opinions and spit out their reasons for them. 

In this trailer meet Danusia Malina-Derben, your host. You’ll learn when you can expect the first debate to drop, reflect a bit on why PWT is needed and what you can expect out of the show. PWT is debate done different, where real opinions meet real parents!  

The episode after all three trailers introduces you to the workings of the show and is called HERE’S HOW PARENTS WHO THINK DEBATES WORK. 

Discover more from us:

• Join PWT on Substack

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• Connect with Danusia 

• Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts 

• Advertising Inquiries here

Credits:

• Hosted by Danusia Malina-Derben 

• Edited, Mixed + Mastered by Roger Heathers

• Assisted by Marie Kruz

• Cover art by Anthony Oram

How do we make sure that our children are receiving NEWS on the right topics, in the right ways? In episode 92, I’m joined by Anna Bassi, Editor in Chief of The Week Junior. We talk breaking the big stories, This is one of those conversations that starts with one topic (news + journalism) and takes a tangent into another (diversity + race). 

Read the full show notes over on our website >> https://www.schoolformothers.com/podcast_sfm/92-news-anna-bassi/

Ever feel like you simply don’t fit in? Almost like you are an alien in your own world. In the first episode of the School For Mothers podcast, I talk with Hannah Martin, co-founder of the online platform Talented Ladies Club (TLC), and mother of two.

During this episode we look at the role of identity and why it affects so many mothers negatively, how you can walk your own unique path to personal fulfilment and why “difficult times are a gift” – advice we can all take onboard.

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Today I bring you the story of one woman’s determination to make sure her son and children like him are represented in products around them. Surely not a lot to ask but Desriee Asomuyide found otherwise and like the BADASS that she is she got up and did something about it. In this episode you’ll hear why representation brands are on the rise (big YES) and why every school must equip themselves with products to mirror the diversity of all people. 

Desriee Asomuyide discovered that the UK market for educational flashcards representing children of colour was non-existent. It was important that her one year old son Isaiah, and other children like him, see themselves represented through educational and developmental resources. Little Omo was born. This episode is for everyone, friends. 

“I love Danusia and School for Mothers” <– If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more mothers — just like you — move toward the badass life and business that they desire. Click here‎, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!

Also, if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast. I’m adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you’re not subscribed, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. Subscribe now!  

How do you feel about RISK? As an ex-investment banker turned tech startup founder our guest, Colleen Wong, is no stranger to taking RISKs. Danusia and Colleen cover wearing different “hats”, flexible working and the relationship between failure and risk. 

LIVE PODCAST 16.10.19 + REGISTER FOR WOMEN IN BUSINESS EXPO

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A special solo episode with Danusia, Founder of School for Mothers and mother of 10. As promised, here are those all important links:

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COMPETITION: mums-on-the-go tech bundle, 3 x $1000 Patreon SFM membership and a $100 Amazon voucher

Vacation “the action of leaving something one previously occupied” couldn’t be a better word to describe the summer holidays for working mothers, as Danusia explores in this bonus episode. 

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“𝙿𝚎𝚘𝚙𝚕𝚎 𝚑𝚊𝚟𝚎 𝚖𝚘𝚛𝚎 𝚘𝚛 𝚕𝚎𝚜𝚜 𝚖𝚘𝚗𝚎𝚢 𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚗 𝚘𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚛 𝚙𝚎𝚘𝚙𝚕𝚎, 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚙𝚎𝚘𝚙𝚕𝚎 𝚖𝚊𝚢 𝚋𝚎 𝚖𝚘𝚛𝚎 𝚘𝚛 𝚕𝚎𝚜𝚜 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚗𝚎𝚌𝚝𝚎𝚍 𝚘𝚛 𝚜𝚖𝚊𝚛𝚝 𝚘𝚛 𝚠𝚑𝚊𝚝𝚎𝚟𝚎𝚛, 𝚋𝚞𝚝 𝚠𝚎 𝚊𝚕𝚕 𝚑𝚊𝚟𝚎 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚎𝚡𝚊𝚌𝚝 𝚜𝚊𝚖𝚎 𝚊𝚖𝚘𝚞𝚗𝚝 𝚘𝚏 𝚝𝚒𝚖𝚎.” Time Management Expert and Bestselling Author Laura Vanderkam joins me to get into the nitty-gritty of making our time work for us. The impact of COVID-19 is pushing us to stretch our time across even more demands than ever - join us as we explore how to keep focus, switch up routines, and our thoughts on the future of remote working. 

About my guest, Laura Vanderkam:

Laura Vanderkam is the author of several time management and productivity books, including The New Corner Office, Juliet’s School of Possibilities, Off the Clock, I Know How She Does It, What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast, and 168 Hours. Her work has appeared in publications including the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, and Fortune. She is the host of the podcast Before Breakfast and the co-host, with Sarah Hart-Unger, of the podcast Best of Both Worlds. She lives outside Philadelphia with her husband and five children, and blogs at LauraVanderkam.com.

Read the full show notes over on our website : >> https://www.schoolformothers.com/podcast_sfm/115-time-laura-vanderkam/ 

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We've been sold a lie: that working parents can “have it all” if they just work hard enough. Today, we’re tearing that fantasy to shreds. Danusia Malina-Derben PWT host is in conversation with journalist and author Christine Armstrong. They get  brutally honest about the impossible expectations of juggling kids, careers, and sanity. Burnout isn’t a personal failure—it’s a rigged system that needs changing. They talk about the silent struggles, the real costs of trying to “do it all,” and why it’s not you failing, it’s the structure. Tune in to blow up the myth and start demanding better.

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Credits:

• Hosted by Danusia Malina-Derben

• Edited, Mixed + Mastered by Marie Cruz

• Cover art by Anthony Oram

The results are in! Our Mothers & COVID-19 Special Report and infographic is ready for you to delve into. I'm joined by my business manager (and eldest daughter) Harriet, to explore the surprises we encountered along the way and the irony of living the data ourselves. Follow this link to download your copy of the Special Report >> https://schoolformothers.ck.page/7f11718883

If you're already on our email list your copy is ready and waiting for you in your inbox.

I'd love to know your thoughts on the report and data - you can email me on hello@schoolformothers.com. 

I’m joined by Petra Wenham and her wife Loraine as we talk about freedom, femininity and feminism.  Petra, a mature married transgender woman regularly gives transgender awareness talks to community groups and has been featured in the Press when she became the Women’s Institute’s first trans cover girl. To find out more about Petra’s career and trans journey you can follow her over on insta https://www.instagram.com/petra_east_anglia/ 

Is everything in your home FAIRly balanced? My guest this week knows all about making homelife equitable. Yes, I’m joined by Eve Rodsky, the author of New York Times Bestseller of Fair Play. We explore what led Eve to write this game-changing book (one-word hint: blueberries), how couples can work together to create REAL balance in their home, “unicorn space” and SO much more 💥

About my guest, Eve Rodsky: 

In her New York Times bestselling book Fair Play: A Game-Changing Solution for When You Have Too Much to Do (and More Life to Live), Eve Rodsky applies her expertise in organizational management to a problem closer to home – a system for couples seeking balance, efficiency, and peace in their home

LIVE from the Women in Business Expo; I was joined by Suzy Walker, editor of Psychologies Magazine, Debbie Gilbert, serial entrepreneur and founder of Mums Unltd and Gemma Antikides, Founder of All by Mama. We discuss all things business, giving without being depleted, what keeps us up at night and emotional intelligence. Thank you for bearing with us whilst we get our live podcast tech up to scratch!

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This special episode is for those who love a binge listen.  Here’s the “Should Schools Teach About Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation?” debate in one convenient download. Expect a seamless exploration of this thought-provoking debate as three parents share their raw thoughts and opinions without holding back.

We kick things off with guests sharing their quick 200-word LIFE STORIES, followed by the THE P THAT FITS ME segment where they reveal if they see themselves as Progressive, Predictable, or perhaps Polarising. Host Danusia also dishes her take in the DISHING THE DIRT segment, before diving into the core debate in GET UP ON YOUR HIGH HORSE.

In the  IF THIS, THEN THAT section, the consequences of teaching gender identity and sexual orientation in schools are laid bare, without any sugarcoating. We delve into the ONE HABIT each guest adopts based on their stance, shedding light on how beliefs influence actions.

As the debate wraps up, Danusia tackles the question herself: should schools teach her ten children about these topics? Reflect on whether this debate challenged your perspective or prompted a rethink of your beliefs, because ultimately, did it make you think? At Parents Who Think, we're all about sparking thought, not dictating it. 

Join us next time as we tackle the big question: "Should Smacking be Banned in England & Northern Ireland?" Get ready for debate done different.

PWT Guests featured in this debate are:

Virginia Mendez + Jane + Amy McKeown

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Credits:

• Hosted by Danusia Malina-Derben 

• Edited, Mixed + Mastered by Roger Heathers

• Assisted by Marie Kruz

• Cover art by Anthony Oram

Consider this episode permission to ROAR in a world that *still* wants women kept quiet and small. In this episode we’re exploring the power of language, living life on our own terms and taking up space. Dominique Christina is a poet and author - as well as being a a mother, educator and intersectional feminist. I’ve included two copies of Dominique’s latest book, Anarcha Speaks, in SFM’s October Book Stack Giveaway over on insta - head to @school.for.mothers.podcast to enter (look for the books and pumpkin pic). If you’ve not seen Dominique perform her poems be sure to head over to the link below. Read the full show notes over on our website >> https://www.schoolformothers.com/podcast_sfm/103-roar-dominique-christina/

Vive la révolution! Influential woman in tech, Rosie Sherry, is the Founder of Ministry of Testing - an ever-growing global software testing community. Rosie is the perfect person to discuss going against the grain, to BEAT the system - both at work and home. Despite being at the helm of her hugely successful growing business, six years ago Rosie followed her heart and decided to home educate her children.

During this episode we discuss how online communities can grow into thriving businesses and how it’s ok to go against the ‘system’, in fact she highly recommends it. We also cover the subject of unschooling - not just the practicalities but arguably, most importantly, the ‘whys’ behind following such an innovative philosophy.

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Sick and tired of being the one to think about *E - V - E - R - Y - T - H - I - N - G* at home - from birthday gifts, cleaning {or organising the cleaner}, planning life, + remembering to put the bins out—basically the whole shebang?

You’re not alone. Lockdown’s been a magnifying glass on all those niggling chores that nobody else picks up. If you could, would you renegotiate sharing these domestics and who thinks about them? The mundane repetitive stuff that has to be done by someone. But does it need to be you? Course not.

Join my guests and I, as we explore exactly how to divvy up the domestics fairly.

I’m joined by guests:

• Joy Foster - Founder of Tech Pixies
• Rebekah Bostan - Corporate Professional and Diversity Advocate
• Evelini Quarrell - Podcast Host

This episode is the audio of a LIVE roundtable I filmed with my guest over in the School for Mothers Group - come join us here

Satisfy your wanderlust; yes, even with the kids. Karen Beddow, of Mini Travellers, shares her expert advice on how to travel far and wide with the entire family. Early on, we make the distinction between a holiday and an adventure- they’re definitely not the same.

Learn how Karen was inspired to take her young family to Rwanda after a successful trip to Disney Florida - there is a link! Karen’s top tip doesn’t involve rolling your clothes or buying any expensive gadgets, and it ensures the whole gang are happy.  From saving money, the benefits of screen time to home swapping - Karen shares oodles of wisdom on FAMILY TRAVEL.

Spoiler: I reveal why I’m an UN-happy camper!

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Do you feel like you’ve been hearing the same conversations about working parents for years, yet not enough has changed? This week my guest, Christine Armstrong, shares how she’s on a mission to blow apart the LIES about working parents and instead dig into the truths of what actually works.

There’s a false narrative that if you just work harder everything will be fine, regardless of the struggles of balancing motherhood with a career. While you may feel you’re alone in these struggles, this is not the case. Yet having this conversation with other women can only take us so far. For real progress to be made we need to engage men and leadership as well. Christine discusses how we can achieve this, while also providing tips & strategies that will help you stay sane(ish) as a working parent.

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It’s time to get real about the impacts of the pandemic on motherhood. It’s not just homeschooling that’s taken a toll on us all, it’s as if motherhood has gone under a microscope and there’s no returning to normal. My guest Katherine Goldstein, host of the Double Shift Podcast, and I explore:

• Why it’s time to choose anger over guilt
• Who has to step up to intensive parenting
• Making motherhood political
• Why this isn’t our problem
• Whether women are leaving the workforce or are we forced out?

Read my book, NOISE: A Manifesto Modernising Modernhood 

About my guest, Katherine Goldstein: 

Katherine Goldstein is the creator and host of The Double Shift Podcast a reported show the challenges the status quo of motherhood in America. An award-winning journalist, speaker, and media entrepreneur, Katherine is extensively quoted as an expert in issues facing working mothers in the NYTimes, Washington Post, The Atlantic, and on WNYC and NPR.

A Harvard Nieman Fellow, ‘17, She runs Double Shift Productions as an independent journalism company out of Durham, N.C., where she lives with her husband, five-year-old, and twin babies.

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Unpacking the evolutionary pressure of being a woman. My guest this week is Dr. Anna Smajdor and we're exploring the pressure on women to reproduce and become mothers - and what that means in reality for us as individuals and a collective. We question whether men are put under pressure in the same way, the ethics of the motherhood experience, and the ways that motherhood *hasn't* progressed or innovated like the rest of society. Join us for this chunky episode packed full of thought-provoking and myth-busting ideas. 

Read my book, NOISE: A Manifesto Modernising Modernhood 

About my guest, Dr. Anna Smajdor:

Anna is an associate professor of practical philosophy at the University of Oslo - working in the field of reproductive ethics. Anna has written extensively on questions about reproductive technology and particularly interested in the relationship between the needs of society for new citizens, and the interests of women, as those who are tasked with gestating and giving birth to these new citizens.

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BREAKing down the taboo of divorce with expert, Nabila Fowles-Gutierrez. In this feisty episode, we discuss the complexities of BREAK-ups, the “common wife” myth and the impact of divorce fallout. Nabila also shares how to honour the past and move forward through rituals. 

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How do you feel about CHANGE? Are you one to embrace it or run in the opposite direction? My guest for episode 108 is award-winning editor, Trish Halpin. Trish has spent 20 years at the helm of three of the UK’s most iconic magazines: Marie Claire, InStyle and Red. She’s also the co-host of The Sunday Times Podcast, Postcards from Midlife. In this episode we cover: coping with change, mid-life changes, changes of pace and parenting teens! 

Read the full show notes over on our website >> https://www.schoolformothers.com/podcast_sfm/108-change-trish-halpin/ ‎

If you could turn back time, where would you go and what would you do? Our guest this week, Rosy Carrick, is a legit time traveller. We discuss this and more, as we discover what lessons she’s learned from time travel. TIME is, after all, a hot topic for ambitious mothers. 

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What keeps us going through dark times? I'm joined by Joy Foster to discuss her relationship with faith and GOD.  We all have faith, whether that’s in GOD, people, ourselves, or something completely different. We explore where this faith comes from and how it can guide us when everything seems hopeless. This is a topic which is surprisingly close to home for me as I had a deeply religious upbringing (and yes I was educated at a convent with nuns in wimples!).

Our conversation heads to some dark places as we discuss Joy’s father’s suicide and history of mental health issues in her family. Joy provides invaluable insight into how to get through profound personal tragedy. Unsurprisingly, this is a highly emotional conversation, so you might want to have tissues close at hand.

TRIGGER WARNING - Suicide

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Living our authentic selves, in a world that has so many ideas for us,  is a BOLD move. My guest this week is mother of 5, author and a globally recognized LGBTQIA activist; Jodie Patterson. When her son announced at the age of 3 “Mama I’m not a girl. I’m a boy” she set out to inform herself, shift her own bias and change the way her community understood gender. Her experience and work are lighting the way for other extraordinary families. 

In this episode we explore:

• Intentionally growing a community
• The power of listening
• Being flexible *and* rooted

>>> Enter our Monthly Book Stack Giveaway over on @school.for.mothers.podcast instagram. Look out for the books & pineapple pic! 

Entries open from 01/09/2020 - 30/09/2020 

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CEO of Nakhoda, Shilpa Bhandarkar, joins me for a conversation all about innovation, reinvention, and ambition.  Shilpa and I talk about Shilpa’s journey to legal tech, 5-year plans, mantras, and when staying in control holds us back.

Read the full show notes over on our website >> https://www.schoolformothers.com/podcast_sfm/99-new-shilpa-bhandarkar/

Are you ready to make bigger business-waves? Get ready to DISRUPT as Jess Butcher MBE, tech entrepreneur and TEDX speaker and I delve deep into visionary disruption and motherhood.

We cover what it means to be a disrupter, reframing failures and how to apply key mothering wisdom to the corporate world. All this as well as Jess encourages everyone to throw perfection out of the window and get “scrappy” - what a relief!

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If we don’t have HEART we have nothing. Having HEART isn’t something to mask, but something to embrace and put front and centre. Fabienne Fredrickson, founder of Boldheart.com is my guest this week and what a guest she is! Tens of thousands of solo-business owners have benefited from Fabienne’s business savvy and bold message of female empowerment. This week it’s our turn, as she shares her message with YOU.  We explore how to fight self-doubt, value our unique brilliance, and get out of our comfort zone in order to succeed at a higher level.

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I’m joined today by Jenna Kutcher author, host of Goal Digger marketing podcast, mum of 2 and insta influencer with something like a million+ followers. This episode called TRUTH delves deeps into Jenna’s book called, “How are you REALLY?” and I ask her quite a few pressing questions. These include when we talk privilege as she recounts in her book how everything she’s ever wanted she’s asked for, which I wanted to know more about as it seems just that bit too, let’s say, simple. And there’s a whole big question about being safe leaders by partnering with people who aren’t harmful to women. That’s such a massive responsibility. I wanted to hear her take on this. The episode is a meaty convo with lots of connecting flavour, which means it’s juicy. Let me know what you think on hello@schoolformothers.com.

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TREAT = something that gives pleasure and how we behave towards others.  CEO and FD of Ridgeview Wine Estate, a family run producer of International award winning English sparkling wines. Tamara’s a qualified chartered accountant and is responsible for the financial management of the business as well as setting & implementing the strategy across all other areas from grape to glass. In today’s bubbly episode we explore all things TREAT from being a leader, having ambition and more. Read the full show notes over on our website > https://www.schoolformothers.com/podcast_sfm/111-treat-tamara-roberts/ ‎

Opinionated parents weigh in on the topic of underage drinking. Listen to debate guests discuss the reasons for and against allowing underage kids to drink alcohol. Is normalizing alcohol consumption harmful, and if so, why? Should parents introduce alcohol to their underage children to prepare them for adulthood? What are the risks of endorsing underage drinking?

Get surprising answers to these questions from guests who candidly give their perspectives. Share your thoughts on this debate by emailing team@parentswhothink.co.uk or by visiting the PWT YouTube channel.

Next week, we get stuck into the real-world implications of these parents beliefs. How do their beliefs affect their lives? Remember, Parents Who Think won't hand you the answers; we're dishing out the debates, and it's up to you to pick your side.

PWT Guests featured in this debate are:

Keiyia Jackson-George +Dave Wilson+ Casey McMurray

Discover more from us:

• Join us on PWT Substack 

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Credits:

• Hosted by Danusia Malina-Derben

• Edited, Mixed + Mastered by Roger Heathers

• Assisted by Marie Kruz

• Cover art by Anthony Oram

This special episode is perfect for binge listeners! Dive into the full "Should Parents Let Their Underage Children Drink Alcohol?" debate and enjoy an uninterrupted exploration of this complex topic. Three parents share their unfiltered thoughts and opinions, holding nothing back.

We kick off with guests presenting their brief 200-word LIFE STORIES, then move to THE P THAT FITS ME segment, where they reveal whether they see themselves as Progressive, Predictable, or Polarising. Host and mother of ten, Danusia, shares her experiences in the DISHING THE DIRT segment before diving into the main discussion in GET UP ON YOUR HIGH HORSE.

In the IF THIS, THEN THAT section, we clearly outline the consequences of allowing or not allowing underage children to drink alcohol, without any sugarcoating. We also examine the ONE HABIT each guest adopts based on their beliefs, showcasing how their stances shape their actions. Danusia wraps up the debate with her own reflections.

Consider this: Did this debate challenge your perspective or prompt you to rethink your beliefs? At Parents Who Think, we spark thought, not dictate it.

Join us in September after a summer break when we’ll return to tackle even more controversial questions.

PWT Guests featured in this debate are:

Keiyia Jackson-George +Dave Wilson+ Casey McMurray

Discover more from us:

• Join us on PWT Substack 

• World Health Organisation Study 

• Follow us on Instagram

• Connect with Danusia 

• Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts

• Advertising Inquiries here

Credits:

• Hosted by Danusia Malina-Derben

• Edited, Mixed + Mastered by Roger Heathers

• Assisted by Marie Kruz

• Cover art by Anthony Oram

Can GRAY be more powerful than we imagine? I’m joined by recovering television executive, author, and serial entrepreneur: Anne Kreamer to explore the power of gray (and other things too). From hair dye to empowerment; this episode covers a lot! 

Ready to tap into the power of napping? Cara Moore, founder of ProNappers, shares her expert advice and tips for harnessing the power of sleep in the day. We explore how napping can have a positive impact on our mood and productivity *and* how to get the best naps into a busy day. 

SLEEP with Dr Helen Driver

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An episode with a KICK! Janine Esbrand, lawyer and coach, joins me to explore kick-starting new careers, finding balance and making space for our big goals. 

This episode is sponsored by The Week Junior: Engage and entertain curious young minds with 6 FREE issues of The Week Junior - the exciting award-winning current affairs magazine for 8-14 year olds.

Read the full show notes over on our website >>  https://www.schoolformothers.com/podcast_sfm/90-kick-janine-esbrand/

Sunday Times bestselling author, Rebecca Wilson recently released her third cookbook, Family Comforts: Simple, Heart Warming Food to Enjoy Together and in this episode we tuck into chat about homely foods and how to feed ourselves and our families easily. Rebecca is a mother, recipe developer, author and founder of the popular social channel @rebeccawilsonfood  

Born out of her popular Instagram page @WhatMummyMakes, (now rebranded to @RebeccaWilsonFood), Rebecca’s down-to-earth approach to family life and cooking has enabled her to resonate with an audience which continues to grow daily.

A follow up to Rebecca’s bestselling debut book What Mummy Makes: Cook Just Once for You and Your Baby, her third book uses her personal experience to make the lives of busy families easier and broaden children’s culinary tastes early. This isn’t an episode full of food one up-womanship, it’s especially inspirational for the lazy cooks among us!

The fear of “leaving our children too soon” is something all us mothers can relate to. In this week’s episode, MIGHT I’m joined by Emma Campbell, a blogger, speaker, author, mum of 4 and a cancer survivor. This is a moving episode you’ll really want to listen through to the end!

During this episode, we talk about desperate longings for another child and how this can sometimes bring multiples!  How the darkest of days can turn into truly happy, awe-inspiring moments and remind ourselves that in bad times friends will step up and be there, no matter what.

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How are working mothers are making it all work during COVID-19?My guest this week is Janelle Metzger, co-founder of Aneuvia - the first activist asset management firm. We get right into emotional labour, balancing the needs of everyone at home and at work and setting some goddamn boundaries.

Read the full show notes over on our website >> https://www.schoolformothers.com/podcast_sfm/working-motherhood-and-covid-19-janelle-metzger  

Creating a new market for something “traditional” is completely WILD – and exactly what our guest, Annabel Thomas has done. As Founder and CEO of Nc’Nean Whisky she’s challenging the stuffy norms of the industry. In this episode we talk raising capital, sustainability and forging forward without a prototype. If you’ve ever considered stepping into being a bold entrepreneur this is the ep for you.

How can we bring more OOMPH to our career? My guest this week Upasna Bhadhal, founder of Career Collective,  and I explore how to have OOMPH in the world of business and beyond. We talk over how to keep focused on your vision, gender bias and being clear about the impact we want. This ep is fast-paced- prepare for a ride!

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Not getting enough space because the kids just will not go to sleep? This ep might be just what you need as I’m joined by Sleep Specialist, Stephanie Modell. Stephanie shares her tips for getting the right routine in place to make sure sleep is a given.

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In this week’s minisode Parents Who Think host, Danusia Malina-Derben chats with PR expert and author Lucy Werner about the art of self-promotion. Known for her straightforward, no-nonsense approach, Lucy shares tips from her books "Hype Yourself" and "Brand Yourself," offering a fresh take on how to be seen without feeling cringe.

Danusia and Lucy dive into the often daunting world of self-promotion, unpacking why it feels so tricky and how to make it work for you - without losing yourself in the process. Lucy’s insights are perfect for anyone wanting to boost their visibility, whether you're a pro or a beginner at putting yourself out there.

This episode is packed with real, actionable advice on how to hype yourself with confidence, humility, and just enough fun to make it feel right. Tune in for a quick dose of PR wisdom you didn’t know you needed!

Discover more from us:

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• Check out Lucy’s books: Hype Yourself  and Brand Yourself

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Credits:

• Hosted by Danusia Malina-Derben

• Edited, Mixed + Mastered by Marie Kruz

• Cover art by Anthony Oram

Ready to harness the power of your cycle? My guest this week is Menstrual Health Expert and Bestselling Author, Maisie Hill. I explore with Maisie exactly how we can get in agreement and more: 

• Learning the FLOW of our cycle
• How can we use it to our advantage
• Maisie’s bestselling book, Period Power : https://amzn.to/3emrivL  
• Using pleasure to overcome pain 

Read the full show notes over on our website >>  https://www.schoolformothers.com/podcast_sfm/79-flow-maisie-hill/

Put your best foot forward in this episode with Susannah Davda - The Shoe Consultant. In this ep we get right into the world of shoes! Susannah shares her journey from home-made shoes to working with mega shoe brands. And if you’re wondering how to avoid the hell of uncomfy shoes - Susannah shares her top tips! Read the full show notes over on our website >> https://www.schoolformothers.com/podcast_sfm/87-shoe-susannah-davda/

I AM ENOUGH < make that your mantra. Marisa Peer, world-renowned speaker, RTT trainer and best-selling author, and I delve into how we are always enough. Grab yourself a notepad + pen, you won’t want to miss a thing.

Learn Marisa’s strategies to address the ‘race to be enough’ and how society teaches us to feel unworthy. We explore how women and girls are judged on appearance, sigh... This is one life-changing episode filled with inspiration, just like Marisa herself, it’s pure gold.

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How do we authentically stand out in a crowd? In this episode I’m joined by podcast host and entrepreneur Anna Parker-Naples. We explore leadership, fitting in (or not!) and speaking out.

Here’s the link to my special episode with George Floyd’s uncle, Selwyn Jones.

How can we have a FEMINIST Christmas? In this solo ep, I talk all things Christmas and gender equality - what a festive combo! I explore tips that cut the stress, cut gender bias from gift-buying, and more. Join us in December for our special Christmas Series of Sunday Supplements - designed to make Christmas easy and simple.

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Together, we must and can advance in making sure girls rising in this world becomes a sustained reality. This is the heart of my conversation with tech entrepreneur, Jo Wimble-Groves who is also mum of 3, an author and passionate advocate for women and girls.

Her book Rise of the Girl engages with how to help our daughters fulfil their potential and achieve success in this challenging world. Our girls show us starkly that they are struggling and Jo and I talk about this toll on relationships, friendships, mental wellness, academic progress and more. This is not an episode that follows the seven conversation starters Jo suggests in her book (though we touch on these topics including poor self-esteem, low self-worth and lack of self-belief). Buy the book for that friends. Instead, we ponder the plight of boys and young men as well as why, right now, Jo had to start with the rise of girls. This is a crucial conversation... 

“I love School for Mothers, it’s an injection of badass” <– If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more mothers — just like you — move toward the badass life and business that they desire. Click here‎, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!

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Is sobriety boring? I’m joined by Claire Pooley, author of The Sober Diaries, as we dive into the realities of getting sober. Claire was a secret drinker, but soon ‘wine o’clock’ started to get out of hand. Now she shares her experiences of beating addictions with others to help those in the same situation and make sober less shameful.  Clare is upbeat and positive while remaining well researched and informative, our conversation is a real treat.

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How do we take control of our libido? Women’s Wellbeing and Menopause Doctor; Dr Shahzadi Harper, joins me to share her wisdom on libido-boosting. Shahzadi says "It's not just about sex. It's a life force. It's the joy of living. It’s an energy." Listen in for actionable steps to connect and strengthen your libido. 

Read the full show notes over on our website >> https://www.schoolformothers.com/podcast_sfm/lessons-on-libido-dr-shahzadi-harper 

What does the BOND between a mother and daughter mean when they’re *both* adults? I’m joined by Harriet Malina-Derben, my right-hand-woman and eldest daughter, for a candid conversation exploring the importance of that bond. Harriet shares why she’s keen to keep the matriarchal line strong and how she sees her role of adult daughter. We talk Shrill (no spoilers, promise), angsty teen years and hormones.

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The SFM podcast is 1! To celebrate our first year of podcasting, I share tech tips, some insider secrets and more in this celebratory ep. Listen in if you’ve ever wondered whether *you* should take the plunge and start a podcast (I vote yes!)

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My guest in this episode, Jennifer Ogunyemi, is a pro when it comes to showing up intentionally and radiating confidence. Jennifer is a business owner, author, business mentor, speaker, mother & wife. She’s the founder of Sisters in Business which aims to support women from all walks of life on their entrepreneurial journey.

Jennifer’s firm belief that female entrepreneurs can be crazy successful entrepreneurs without compromising our values and beliefs or our family and community roles shines through in everything she does including in our conversation. She’s passionate about representation, religious diversity and Inclusion.

Prior to founding Sisters In Business Jennifer built a 10 year career within the NHS working with diverse and vulnerable communities spanning from Maternity health, Project management, community development and GP management. She decided to step away and focus on what she care about the most – changing the narrative of the Muslim business woman. When she isn't planning the next amazing networking event, you'll often find her playing pranks with her kids, mentoring her business sisters, or busy brainstorming ways to bring more value to her community!

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Also, if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast. I’m adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you’re not subscribed, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. Subscribe now!

What’s behind our biggest fears? Success, according to Danusia’s guest, Gosia Gorna. This ep is all about grabbing a hold of your fears and moving through them. Gosia takes Danusia through her technique, The Expansion Game; a pioneering and powerful method for releasing fear. Listen out for some epiphanies (after all, Danusia doesn’t usually air her soul)

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Minimalist, maximalist or a diehard Kondo-er? Join myself and Vicky Silverthorn, professional organiser, as we unpack how our own homes contain both the blocks and key to living a more streamlined life. In the midst of a tidiness trend frenzy, Vicky shares down to earth practical guidelines and refreshingly honest advice.

We discuss how more things = more responsibility and how a switch to collecting memories not belongings is happening. Think of this episode as a crash course in building boundaries to find freedom within your own home - and beyond.

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We're challenging stereotypes in today's Sunday Supplement episode. My guest, Clare Willetts, and I explore the dangers of stereotypes and the impact they have on individuality, creativity and worldview. From 'girl' toy aisles that are 100% pink and baby mad, to the hyper-masculine 'boy' aisles that encourage destruction and fighting - the noise around gender is loud from birth. If you're wanting to parent on the basis that gender does not define your life path (or anything else), this is the episode for you. 

Get my book, NOISE: A Manifesto Modernising Modernhood 

About my guest, Clare Willetts: 

Clare is CEO and Founder of Not Only Pink and Blue an online retailer challenging stereotypes in children’s clothes, books and toys. Clare set up not only pink and blue to challenge the tradition of dressing girls in pink and boys in blue. After all, there are 11 colours and over 10 million shades to choose from! As well as all the colours, she wanted to see more inclusive books with diverse role models, and toys that feed imaginations.

Clare previously worked in marketing and advertising for 20 years leading agency teams at TBWA and M&C Saatchi, before going on to head up Customer and Brand Experience at Virgin Group. Now as Founder of notonlypinkandblue.com she delivers talks about the long-lasting effects of stereotypes and works with leaders from multiple fields to map and promote the benefits of a world that does not stereotype children.

Mentioned in this episode: Gina Ripon and Cordelia Fine

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Owning the power of personal branding. Sarah Ashman, Creative Director & Founder of Public Persona, joins me to explore how we can dive into personal branding in a way that feels authentic and aligned with our values. We get into Future Self Profiles, "mirror brands" and how personal branding is communicating the "real person underneath the layers".

About my guest, Sarah Ashman:

Sarah Ashman is the founder of Public Persona Studio, a small business focused on helping entrepreneurs and influencers clarify their brand, uplevel their business, elevate their influence, and increase their perceived value through branding. She has over 18 years of experience as a brand strategist and creative director, creating compelling and cohesive brands that are magnetic and memorable. She has worked with some of the foremost thought-leaders within the entrepreneurial space as well as Fortune 100 companies such as Estée Lauder, Vogue Magazine, and Mercedes Benz.

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Having the NERVE to do big and bold things. My guest this week is broadcaster and author, Kaye Adams. A UK household name, Kaye’s known for her candour on-screen. We explore having the nerve to be transparent & open, the nerves of menopause and so much more. 

About my guest, Kaye Adams:

Kaye is a regular panellist on ITV's Loose Women for 20 years on and off and the original anchor with Nadia Sawalha . She’s bombed off Celebrity Masterchef, won Celebrity Mastermind, and was completely humiliated on Total Wipeout. Kaye presents The Kaye Adams programme on BBC Radio Scotland Mon-Thurs, 9-12. She’s also co-authored, with Vicky Allan, STILL HOT! 42 Brilliantly Honest Menopause Stories.

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What’s it like not having your own Mother to celebrate with on Mother’s Day? My guest for this special episode is freelance journalist and speaker, Georgina Fuller. She’s been a journalist for over 15 years and has written for everyone from Take a Break to Tatler.  In this episode I discuss with Georgina what not having a mother means when you’re a mother yourself, the things most missed and dealing with grief. 

Read the full show notes over on our website >> https://www.schoolformothers.com/podcast_sfm/being-a-mother-without-a-mum-on-mothers-day-georgie-fuller/

What does it take to keep fanning the flames of our own ambition whilst raising kids? Entrepreneur and Wellness Business Coach, Kirsty Kianifard joins me for an episode exploring how we can set ourselves and our families up for success, whatever that may look like for each of us. We talk raising children with special needs, embedding our achievements and unpacking what ambition *really* is.  

Read my book, NOISE: A Manifesto Modernising Modernhood 

About my guest, Kirsty Kianifard:

Kirsty is a Wellness Business Coach supporting impact-driven, female wellness entrepreneurs master their message and uplevel their income whilst creating more freedom in their life and business. Her own award-winning wellness business is based in Brighton and Hove. 

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How can we REACH for those big goals? My guest Lucy Chamberlain and I explore reaching our potential, being unapologetic and not shying away from being ambitious. As founder of a multi-million-pound business that allows her rapidly expanding team to fulfil their own career goals, Lucy is certainly walking her talk. 

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Imagine a world where everyone was race literate. Now take a moment to listen and take a small step towards this reality. I’m joined by Milagros Phillips, a race HEALer on a mission to fight racism through education. Milagros shares how there is no time for inaction and while not everyone is born to be an activist, everyone has a role to play in dismantling racism. 

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This episode Parents Who Think (PWT) guests Amy, Jane and Virginia continue debating the “Should Schools Teach About Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation?” topic. Didn’t listen to episode one of this debate? Don’t worry. 

If you’ve a newcomer to PWT debates you can catch up on details in a quick  10-minute episode, telling you how these PWT debates work and meet host, Danusia Malina-Derben. But if you're in a rush, just dive into this episode where Danusia and three parents discuss whether schools should teach about gender identity and sexual orientation, or not.

In this episode, we kick things off by revisiting guests experiences of being taught about gender identity and sexual orientation at school and at home. Plus, we hear from one of Danusia’s sons about what he learned about this too. Cue the condom on the banana situation - this rite of passage was inadequate in the past and just doesn’t cut it now either. Then, prepare for the main event—the "Get Up On Your High Horse" segment where opinions collide; consensus isn't the ultimate goal here.

You'll hear from one parent who's all about teaching beyond the binary model and sees entrusting teachers to impart gender identity and sexual orientation education as the way forward. Then there's another parent who wants heteronormativity eradicated and for schools to model diversity in their culture and across the curriculum. And finally, there's the third parent who argues schools do not have time for teaching gender identity, that this teaching is untested, not necessarily appropriate, and that other life skills are more important to focus on in school time. But wait, there's more: the safety of playgrounds is at stake, and everyone's got skin in the game.

Next week, we delve further into the real-world implications of these parents beliefs. Remember, Parents Who Think won't hand you the answers; we're dishing out the debates, and it's up to you to pick your side.

PWT Guests featured in this debate are:

Virginia Mendez + Jane + Amy McKeown 

Discover more from us:

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Credits:

• Hosted by Danusia Malina-Derben 

• Edited, Mixed + Mastered by Roger Heathers

• Assisted by Marie Kruz

• Cover art by Anthony Oram

Join us for the final instalment of our robust debate on "Should Schools Teach About Gender Identity & Sexual Orientation?" Our trio of guests dives deep into this contentious issue, fearlessly tackling tough questions and offering candid insights on the importance of addressing these topics in education. From the allocation of classroom time to fostering inclusivity and empathy among students, we confront the repercussions head-on in our "IF THIS THEN THAT" segment.

Tune in to uncover the unique ONE HABIT each guest has cultivated in response to their stance on the inclusion of gender identity and sexual orientation education in schools. Gain exclusive behind-the-scenes access as we delve into how these convictions shape their daily routines. Prepare to be surprised by the unexpected rituals these individuals adopt due to their positions on this matter.

Expect a lively exchange of perspectives as our guests passionately defend their viewpoints, whether advocating for or against the incorporation of gender identity and sexual orientation education into the curriculum. Anticipate a blend of unfiltered honesty, introspective reflections, with an edge of chutzpah – because here at Parents Who Think, we celebrate the clash of ideas without settling for mere consensus.

As our host, Danusia, wraps up the discussion, she shares her own thoughts on whether schools should address these topics with her own children. After immersing yourself in this thought-provoking dialogue, take a moment to ponder: Has this debate challenged your beliefs? Has it prompted a re-evaluation of your perspective? Ultimately, ask yourself: Did this episode provoke introspection?

Here at Parents Who Think, we're not about telling you what to think; we provide debates, you decide what to think. Join us for the next PWT debate as we tackle the question: "Should Smacking be Banned in England and Northern Ireland?"

PWT Guests featured in this debate are:

Virginia Mendez + Jane + Amy McKeown 

Discover more from us:

• Join us on Substack

• Follow us on Instagram 

• Connect with Danusia

• Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts 

• Advertising Inquiries here

Credits:

• Hosted by Danusia Malina-Derben 

• Edited, Mixed + Mastered by Roger Heathers

• Assisted by Marie Kruz

• Cover art by Anthony Oram

Are you living your true purpose? If not, maybe it’s time to start! This week I talk with Jessica Huie MBE, award winning serial entrepreneur, best selling author and all round superstar  who closed down her big successful PR agency in favour of prioritising her purpose.

In this uplifting episode, we bring soul searching and self-love to the forefront as we delve into spiritual growth and how we can get in touch with and show up as our true self.  

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Supporting your partner and their career takes on a new meaning when you are a military spouse. In episode 17, entitled FORCE, Danusia is joined by Heledd Kendrick, CEO and Founder of the multi-award winning social enterprise, Recruit for Spouses. Danusia and Heledd discuss the realities of being a military spouse and the importance of empowering women who often give up careers to be by their partners’ side.

WHAT WE COVER

• What sparked Heledd creating Recruit for Spouses.

• The role of military spouses in the armed forces and beyond.

• Danusia´s own experience as a military wife.

• The value of empowering military spouses.

• Showing up as a catalyst for change.

About Heledd

Heledd Kendrick, is CEO of the multi-award winning, Recruit for Spouses. Recruit for Spouses works to bridge the military and business communities, finding rewarding employment for UK military spouses within organisations who might otherwise overlook this group. Since 2011, the business has helped over 5,200 wives with career advice and has placed and supported over 1,000 into employment.  

BE INSPIRED - KEY QUOTES From Heledd

“I believe that being a military wife should be an enabler. It shouldn’t affect your career”

RESOURCES

Connect with Heledd:

Website

Heledd’s Twitter

Heledd on Youtube

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FIERCELY serving others - that’s what my guest this week is all about. In this episode I’m joined by Vanessa Vallely OBE, Managing Director of WeAreTheCity and *so* much more. I explore with Vanessa:

• Why serving others is where it’s at
• Keeping up our resilience
• “Questionable” choices
• Important questions 

Read the full show notes over on our website >>> 

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Re-releasing this insightful episode on SLEEP. It’s essential to optimal functioning, and the benefits are multi-faceted; but are professional working women really getting enough? I’m joined by expert somnologist, Dr. Helen Driver, to discuss the key to getting those recommended 7-8 hours.

Not only do we get into how to get a good night’s sleep; we cover snoring, the benefits of sex and more. Helen also shares insights on the three hormonal phases that affect sleep patterns for women. Whether you’re an insomniac or a sleep lover, be sure to listen in.

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I’m joined today by Charlotte Avery author, speaker, and entrepreneur who is fiercely committed to helping women go from overwhelmed to living a whup-ass life. As The Family Strategist™, she draws upon her experiences as the wife of one, mother of seven, and owner of no pets to give moms the tools they need to define for themselves what it means to have it all. Which is interesting because between Charlotte and I we’re mothers to 17 children - in this episode you’ll hear deep wisdom about how not to get lost in your kids from two women who (believe me) know! Trust me if you’ve ever wondered how to be you and have kids this is an episode you won’t want to miss. 

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Let's talk salary and career negotiations! Danusia is joined by Wies Bratby, founder of Women in Negotiation and lawyer-turned-HR-director-turned-women’s-butt-kicker. Hear Danusia and Wies discuss all things negotiation and the impact of opportunities that often pass women by, yet need not.

WHAT WE COVER

• What sparked her to start a coaching and consulting company teaching women to negotiate their worth
• The surprising truth on what prevents women from negotiating salary and career
• Her go-to process when teaching women negotiation skills for at work AND at home
• Simple reframes for EXACTLY why women have special negotiating talent

About Wies Bratby

Wies Bratby is a lawyer-turned-HR-director-turned-women’s-butt-kicker. Originally hailing from the Netherlands, she moved via Hong Kong to Switzerland, Wies helps women across the world own their worth, communicate it and get them the jobs and salaries that they want, need and deserve. In her online group coaching program, women from all over the world and all seniority levels, get mindset breakthroughs and the skill set to successfully negotiate their careers and salaries, and a sisterhood of fellow power women to boot!

BE INSPIRED - KEY QUOTES From Wies Bratby

• “I think it’s the most romantic thing in the universe to be financially independent”
• “The salary you earn is representation of your worth, that’s why it matters”
• “A compromise is the worst possible outcome. Another word for compromise is lose-lose”

RESOURCES

Website: www.womeninnegotiation.org  

Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/womeninnegotiationwin/

Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=getting+to+yes

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Parents Who Think (PWT) is coming soon! Consider this the pre-trailer to the trailer to the show. It’s designed to get you pre-excited(!) for the show.

Discover more from us:

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Credits:

• Hosted by  Danusia Malina-Derben 

• Edited, Mixed + Mastered by Roger Heathers

• Assisted by Marie Kruz

• Cover art by Anthony Oram

Our MINDs are our greatest assets. In this ep I’m joined by Nicky Young, MullenLowe Salt group MD and mental health advocate. We cover all things leadership + mental health; from burnout, “losing your mind” and being strong. Since her own mental breakdown in 2017 and recovery, Nicky shares her story in the hope she will catch others before they fall. Utilising her platform, Nicky works to destigmatise mental illness within the workplace, starting with leadership.

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How do we not let past trauma define us? Join me, as Dr. Shoshana Garfield shares how to convert pain (anything uncomfortable and more) in our goosebump inducing, life-changing conversation. As she says we are each dealt a stack of cards and we play them - hers included being SOLD as a 4 year to sadists to support her mother’s drug addiction. Hear how Shoshana played her cards, and thrives.

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How do we find Zen in and amongst the NOISE of motherhood? Today I’m joined by Founders of Zen Mana and Hollywood actresses and entrepreneurs, Sarah Wright Olsen (Mad Men, Parks & Recs, Spinning Out) and Teresa Palmer (Sky TV’s, A Discovery of Witches). We have a down-to-earth conversation about Finding our Zen in and amongst life/motherhood/the-whole-caboodle.

Join us as we explore:

• Finding Zen with a VERY busy schedule
• How to establish & maintain boundaries
• The power of small habits
• Letting go > embracing the peaks + troughs
• Love Languages
• And more....

Buy NOISE: A Manifesto Modernising Motherhood HERE

Buy Teresa's & Sarah's new book, “Zen Mamas: Finding Your Path Through Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond” here

About my guests, Sarah Wright Olsen and Teresa Palmer:

Sarah Wright Olsen is a mother of three, Esme, Wyatt and Winter. She started the website Yourzenmama.com with her partner Teresa Palmer to help support mothers, fathers and caregivers and provide a safe space to learn and share stories about the parenting journey. Sarah has starred in many TV shows and movies including Mad Men, Parks and Recreation, The House Bunny and opposite Tom Cruise in American Made. She is currently has a show on Netflix called Spinning Out. Sarah is also the co-owner of a plant-based organic mommy/baby skincare line, baeo.com

Teresa Palmer is a mother of three, Bodhi, Forest and Poet, and stepmother to Isaac. She has starred in many major films, including Mel Gibson's Hacksaw Ridge, for which she received an AACTA nomination for best supporting actress, and Ride Like a Girl, the biopic of trailblazing Melbourne Cup winner Michelle Payne. She is currently playing the starring role in the Sky series A Discovery of Witches while running the plant-based wellness brand Lovewell.

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Fear not, this is a Brexit free LEAVE conversation. My expert guest, Emma Heptonstall, shares exactly how to be bold and LEAVE a marriage/relationship that isn’t working. Recovering lawyer and author of “How to be a Lady Who Leaves, the Ultimate Guide to Getting Divorce Ready”, Emma and I discuss how to have clarity on what you want, how to avoid playing the “victim” and much more. 

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Is HAVING IT ALL a privilege? A luxury for the elite few? This week, Caroline Flanagan, aka ‘The Babyproof Coach’, joins me to discuss her take on this big old debate that’s defined conversations about working mothers forever. But what is this debate really about? AND do we need to flip this script and adopt a more inclusive attitude?

We also cover that all too common feeling of fraudulence in our life. Caroline offers a fresh and honest take on the realities of imposter syndrome and we chew over loads including the message that the thoughts we have about ourselves are just that, thoughts.

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Dancing on the EDGE with feminist icon and writer; Erica Jong! Yes, global-sensation Erica Jong joins me for an exploration of all things EDGE, from writing taboo-busting books, living on the edge and being, as Erica puts it, seen as a “bad girl”. This conversation takes us on a whistlestop tour of what it means to be a woman speaking out and saying the unspoken. 

Erica Jong is a celebrated poet, novelist & essayist with over 27 published books that have been influential all over the world. Erica’s most popular novel, Fear of Flying, celebrated its forty fifth anniversary in 2018. Never out of print, it’s sold over 35 million copies in 50 languages including Chinese and Arabic. Erica’s won countless international awards and her poetry has appeared in numerous publications worldwide, including The New Yorker, and L.A. Times, The Paris Review, Haaretz, and many many more. Her latest book of poetry is titled The World Began With Yes and Erica is currently working on her autobiography, too. She lives in New York with her husband and two poodles. Her daughter, Molly Jong-Fast is also a writer and political essayist. 

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How do we cut ties in a way that creates peace rather than chaos?  Entrepreneur, Women’s advocate, and Founder of RED Sisterhood and My RED Life, Kristin Sweeting Morelli joins me in this episode. Kristin takes us deep into the process of when she cut ties with her family of origin. We also talk about narcissism, one of the scariest episodes of Kristin’s life and how she’s reclaiming her power.

Read the full show notes over on our website >> https://www.schoolformothers.com/podcast_sfm/88-ties-kristin-sweeting-morelli/ 

How do more women get onto BOARDs? Our guest this week has an idea, or two! Caroline Sage, Entrepreneur and founder of Kea Consultants joins me to discuss her passions: leadership, boardrooms and working women. We explore fairer decision-making processes, how arrogance often hides insecurity and big life ambitions. 

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Do you consider yourself a feminist? At SFM we certainly do, and so does our guest this week, Kelly Diels. Kelly and I explore the world of FAUX, getting to grips with how feminism has everything to do with marketing, our own choices and our ability to get our work out into the world. 

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Are you a mum working hard to be visible in your own business? Then join the revolution! In this week’s podcast, I’m joined by Nicola Huelin, a business coach, mentor, international speaker and author, who 15 years ago took a huge jump and left her corporate career to start her own business.

During this episode we chat about the growing wave of women taking control and growing their own businesses from home, combining the worlds of work and motherhood. There are leaps of faith into unknown worlds, failures, becoming an author and even coining a new phrase - ‘terri/citing’, we promise this episode will have you hooked from beginning to end.

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Riding the ups and downs of life, love and sex. I’m joined by Sally Blenkey, entrepreneur and founder of Serafina’s World in a revealing and transformational conversation about how her business journey led her to organise parties for women and couples that helps them explore their erotic selves.

Intrigued? A must listen as we look at the divine intervention that led Sally to make her own erotic exploration and how we can build a safe space to explore our own eroticism. Be the leading lady in your own sensual script!

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