Best Nadia Harding Podcasts (2025)

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EP14: Nadia Nagamootoo..."Beyond Discomfort: Why inclusive leadership is so hard (and what you can do about it) 23:07

6h ago23:07

23:07

Introducing the amazing "Nadia Nagamootoo"... Nadia Nagamootoo (she/her) is a prolific diversity, equity & inclusion thought leader, a global keynote speaker, award-winning businesswoman, and best-selling author. Nadia’s work is driven by her purpose to create ripples of change in every organisation and person she touches; striving for a world wher…

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EP16: Amber Williams..."I will never say that there are four stages, seven stages...whatever stages of grief..." 26:19

1d ago26:19

26:19

This conversation with Amber Williams was a genuine light bulb learning process for me... Amber has an exceptional story related to her work as a nurse, arriving at oncology a little later in her nursing career...and then following where life unexpectedly took her next with such courage and commitment. Amber has also experienced grief in many diffe…

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Episode 12 (S7). Multidirectional Solidarity in Uncertain Times 36:11

3d ago36:11

36:11

In this episode, we delve into multidirectional solidarity—what it means, why it’s essential, and how it can drive real change, especially in the face of challenges to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. As Donald Trump and others seek to roll back these efforts, we explore why standing together across different minoritised groups i…

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EP15: Lyndsay Dowd: "...What am I really good at? What do I love to do? And how can I help people the most?" 35:47

11h ago35:47

35:47

Introducing the iiiincredible Lyndsay!! Lyndsay Dowd is a Speaker, Founder, Author, Coach, Podcast Host, and Disruptor. She is an accomplished leader, decorated seller and has successfully managed large, diverse, high-performing sales teams over the last 25 years. 23 of those years were spent climbing the ranks at IBM. Lyndsay was also a Featured G…

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Episode 11 (S7). Unpacking Adultification (feat. Jahnine Davis) 43:39

10d ago43:39

43:39

In this episode, we sit down with Jahnine Davis to explore adultification—what it is, how it impacts children, specifically Black children, and why it’s a crucial issue we need to address. From being perceived as older than they are to facing harsher expectations and reduced protections, adultification bias shapes the way Black children experience …

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Episode 10 (S7). Navigating Resistance—Understanding Reluctance & Overcoming Challenges 28:24

1M ago28:24

28:24

In this episode, we talk about working with reluctance and resistance—what it means, why it happens, and how to navigate it effectively. Whether it’s resistance to change in the workplace, hesitation in professional relationships, or challenges in team dynamics, reluctance can create barriers to progress. We explore the reasons behind resistance, t…

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Joe Jacobi: Gold Medal Winner Shares Golden Insights about life as an Olympian 34:07

1M ago34:07

34:07

An incredible conversation with Olympian Joe Jacobi. Joe is an American former slalom canoeist who competed from the mid-1980s to the mid-2000s. Competing in two Summer Olympics, he won a gold medal in the C2 event at Barcelona in 1992. This episode is recorded from his home in La Seu d'Urgell, Catalonia, Spain. Joe shares fantastic life evolutions…

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Episode 9 (S7). How the National Childbirth Trust (NCT) is Championing Diversity and Inclusion (feat. Louise Oliver) 30:53

1M ago30:53

30:53

In this episode, we explore the crucial work of building a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture with Louise Oliver, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Lead at the National Childbirth Trust (NCT). From systemic barriers to meaningful progress, we unpack the challenges and opportunities in making maternity and parenting support more inclusive…

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Episode 8 (S7). Breaking the Age Barrier: Confronting Ageism in the Workplace 30:07

2M ago30:07

30:07

In this episode, we dive into the often-overlooked yet pervasive issue of ageism—the bias that can lead to stereotyping and discrimination based on a person’s age. Whether it’s subtle remarks about being “too young” to lead or assumptions that older workers can’t keep up with technology, ageism affects people across the spectrum and shapes workplac…

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Episode 7 (S7). Anti-Racist Activism (feat. Lisa Zaranyika) 33:13

3M ago33:13

33:13

HAPPY NEW YEAR, PEOPLE! In this episode, we are delighted to be joined by the brilliant Lisa Zaranyika. Lisa is a Social Worker, Educator, Anti-Racist activist, and currently the Director of Community and Culture at Young Minds. We delve into Lisa’s Anti-Racist activism within social work and beyond. She shares her experiences in grassroots organis…

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Episode 6 (S7). Having Feedback Conversations 31:54

3M ago31:54

31:54

In this episode, we delve into the nuances of feedback conversations and their vital role in personal and professional growth. Feedback has the potential to strengthen relationships, foster understanding, and drive positive change—when delivered and received with care. We explore how effective feedback can encourage reflection, whilst poorly handle…

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Episode 5 (S7). Disability and Accessibility in the Workplace (feat. Amy Butterworth) 38:31

3M ago38:31

38:31

🌟 WOW, WOW, and WOW! This is an episode you cannot miss. We had the incredible privilege of sitting down with Amy Butterworth, an Accessibility and Inclusion Consultant who is making waves in the world of workplace accessibility. Amy shares her inspiring journey, including her lived experiences with Long Covid, and provides invaluable insights on h…

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Episode 4 (S7). The Power of Language 28:43

4M ago28:43

28:43

In this episode, we explore how language shapes our thinking and influences the contexts we live in. Words have the power to foster inclusion, build bridges, or erect barriers. We discuss how intentional, inclusive language can promote belonging and empower communities, while negative language can exclude, discriminate, and undermine the progressio…

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Episode 3 (S7). Imposter Syndrome 39:07

4M ago39:07

39:07

In this episode, we dive into the all-too-relatable experience of Imposter Syndrome—the fear that others will eventually uncover your perceived weaknesses and question your competence in the same way you do. This self-doubt often comes with a tendency to misattribute hard-won successes to external, random, or undeserved factors. We explore why this…

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Episode 2 (S7). Race, Resilience, and Responsibility in Leading Change (feat. Ben Lindsay OBE). 45:18

5M ago45:18

45:18

In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with the incredibly inspiring Ben Lindsay OBE. As the CEO of the award-winning charity Power the Fight, Ben is dedicated to empowering communities to end violence affecting young people. He shares his experiences leading this impactful organisation, discussing the effects of race and racism, the real…

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Jen Laffin: Converting Inner Doubt to Perseverance and Passion. 31:13

5M ago31:13

31:13

Jen Laffin is a former teacher turned mindset coach. She joins Isabel to discuss overcoming self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and procrastination. Her teaching career, filled with the challenges of educating the whole child, has given her the tools to help individuals achieve their goals. From being a social worker and a psychologist for her students …

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Episode 1 (S7). Creating Inclusive Environments 28:17

5M ago28:17

28:17

Welcome to Season 7 of the Social Matters Podcast! After a refreshing summer break, we're back just in time for winter, ready to bring you insightful conversations, valuable knowledge, and a bit of fun along the way. In this first episode of the season, we dive into the topic of inclusivity. We explore what inclusivity means to us and discuss how o…

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Jiten Patel: Stigma of Exclusion to Maximizing Diversity Through Inclusion 35:27

6M ago35:27

35:27

How we frame things can change the outcomes. Jiten didn't speak English when he first went to school in the UK. None. He felt isolated, confused, and alone. . When new students, who also didn't speak much English, were assigned seats next to Jiten, offered a perspective to truly feel the stigma of exclusion. Isabel, our host, dives a little deeper …

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Tom Doherty: Teen parents, Pivot or Perish, and D-Suite @ Facebook. 32:55

6M ago32:55

32:55

We were all born to matter and have gifts to share with the world. That's Tom Doherty's life mission. Listen to Isabel navigate through Tom's Beautiful Mess called life. Tom's incredible story stems from challenges and chaos of childhood as he was raised by two teenage parents, challenges and chaos from childhood. As well, how he found himself as "…

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Zora Lazarov: Exploring psychological unsafety 37:06

8M ago37:06

37:06

Zora speaks with us about her ‘jump’ from working for a number of high end organisations…Including Apple, Deloitte, Ericsson, Ikea and Syngenta to name a few…as a psychologist, senior people partner numerous leadership teams…to becoming a ‘mumpreneur’ who works with mindset and behaviour disruption. Through this work Zora crafts really concrete and…

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E08: Steve Arntz....‘Universal access to meaningfully connected experiences that inspire people to live better lives together 32:02

9M ago32:02

32:02

Steve Arntz is the co-founder of ‘Campfire’...and a father and a husband. Steve speaks about realising what ‘family first’ really means to him…what it really feels like to commit to that statement. We hear about Steve’s spouse and children. We hear how Steve has managed to get back to his family being the centre of his world and how challenging tha…

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E07: Keri-Lynne Shaw …”you are allowed to love what you do and get the pay to match…I love helping people learn how to advocate for themselves and I do think it’s what I was meant to do” 34:50

10M ago34:50

34:50

Keri-Lynne Shaw describes herself as a ….. KL describes how much power the phrase has for her when it comes to life and when it comes to career. We explore the frequent ‘mucky/messy’ situations that KL has come across as a Chief People Officer. How important it is to talk about these messy situations, and how by talking about it allows us to explor…

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Episode 17 (S6). Introducing Difference 20:53

10M ago20:53

20:53

FINAL EPISODE OF THE SEASON!!!!! We've come to the end of another road. Our 6th season goes out with a bang! In this episode, your favourite trio of social workers talk about how Introducing Difference can help to create change. This episode is full of fun, laughter, intrigue and hopefully some helpful knowledge for you. Thank you for your support …

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E06: Minola Jac “...a journalist by trade and a change practitioner by choice…” 28:49

10M ago28:49

28:49

Minola Jac has written the most exceptional book “Everyday Inspiration for Change” (or “my baby doorstopper”!!) … We chat about the book initially before diving into Minola’s incredible journey through her work and life. Minola has a way of articulating moments that will stay with you for many weeks after hearing this conversation. A journalist by …

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E05: Freddie Fforde: “...at Patch, we see ourselves as guests in somebody else’s community…” 29:24

10M ago29:24

29:24

Freddie Fforde is the founder of Patch...Freddie introduces us to the vision of Patch and how it incorporates everything to do with community, collaboration and local business, as well as being a shared “work near home” workspace. We speak about how working near to the people and places that we love means that we can invest more time into those peo…

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Episode 16 (S6). The Half Of It: Exploring the Mixed-Race Experience (ft Emma Slade Edmondson) 39:41

10M ago39:41

39:41

In this episode, your favourite trio of social workers are joined by the brilliant Emma Slade Edmondson. Emma is the co-author of a brand new book 'The Half Of It'. Emma is a London-base creative strategist, journalist and recent TEDx speaker - she specialises in social change and sustainability. In her debut book, along with co-author Nicole Ocran…

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E04: Kathy Love "...."there's a lot of messiness in my life...and there's also a lot of beauty." 31:37

11M ago31:37

31:37

Kathy Love talks about how we can have beautiful moments within the mess of our lives. We share about Kathy’s role as “Chief Community Officer” for “The Outlier Project”, founded by Scott Macgregor, and what an inspirational and crucial community it has become for both of us. We hear about Kathy’s work and practice, particularly her own discovery o…

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E03: Botagoz Shantemirova ..."the things that I had to go through became a trigger for my self discovery” 24:52

11M ago24:52

24:52

Welcome to another episode of Beautiful Mess where we explore how to navigate life's challenges and find meaning through adversity. Today's guest Botagoz Shantemirova shares her inspiring journey of personal growth after facing difficult life events. Botagoz shares how parenting her neurodivergent son opened her eyes in life-changing ways. Tune in …

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E02: Untangling the Beautiful Mess: Breathwork, Neurodiversity, and Inclusive Leadership 10:23

11M ago10:23

10:23

Ready to breathe easy through your beautiful mess? Today’s episode is all about untangling neurodiversity and finding empowerment through breath. As someone who received her own ADHD diagnosis later in life, Isabel Pollen brings a personal lens while demonstrating breathing exercises you can use anytime challenging conversations arise. Whether you'…

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Episode 15 (S6). Reframing Perspectives on Youth Violence (feat. Luke Billingham) 53:36

11M ago53:36

53:36

This episode is an absolute banger! Your favourite trio of social workers were join by the brilliant Luke Billingham. Luke is a Youth and Community worker, Research Associate and Author and joined the Social Matters Podcast to discuss his work and perspective on youth violence. In a society where many people hold a narrow understanding of youth vio…

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E01: Beautiful Mess Beginnings 15:32

11M ago15:32

15:32

Discover the beauty within life's chaos. On this premiere episode of Beautiful Mess, Isabel Pollen launches her new podcast exploring personal growth through diverse stories of challenge and strength. In the debut episode, hear the intriguing origin of the name "Beautiful Mess," and get a glimpse into Isabel's storied theater career. Discover her p…

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Episode 14 (S6). What is Organisational Trauma? 30:08

11M ago30:08

30:08

Your favourite trio of social workers are back for their 14th instalment of the season! In this episode, we explore what is meant by Organisational Trauma. What does this mean? How does trauma show up in your organisation? How can organisations respond to the experience of trauma? Tune in to listen to this informative conversation. if you enjoy thi…

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Episode 13 (S6). A Look Back At Some Pure Vibes & Laughter 26:50

12M ago26:50

26:50

The clocks just went forward by an hour, the days are longer and brighter so we thought it will be a good moment to look back at some of our favourite 'check-ins' over the past 6 years. From our very first episode where we bumbled our way through explaining the podcast, to some episodes that left us in fits of laughter and tears. If you are looking…

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Episode 12 (S6). Let's Talk About International Women's Day 33:25

1y ago33:25

33:25

In this episode your favourite trio have a conversation International Women's Day and Women's History Month. From celebrating the contributions of women to exploring some of the interpersonal, structural and systemic challenges that women face in society today. What does International Women's Day mean to you? Tune in to listen to this reflective co…

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Beautiful Mess Trailer 1:25

1y ago1:25

1:25

Welcome to Beautiful Mess, where personal growth is a lifelong journey. Join our host Isabel Pollen and her guests of entrepreneurs, mental health advocates, parents, and more! Our goal is to ignite curiosity, spark conversations, and offer practical strategies for navigating life's complexities.By Isabel Pollen

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Episode 11 (S6).Uplifting & Enriching Approaches to Youth Engagement (ft. Amani Simpson) 43:49

1y ago43:49

43:49

THIS IS A MUST LISTEN EPISODE! We were extremely lucky to be joined by the brilliant Amani Simpson for this informative, moving and powerful episode. Amani Simpson is an award winning social entrepreneur, film maker, campaigner and youth coach. He is the producer and the protagonist of the acclaimed short film Amani which has now been watched over …

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Episode 10 (S6). Inclusive Leadership (feat. Has Khair) 44:01

1y ago44:01

44:01

This was a fun one! In this episode, we were joined by a 'Badass' CEO, Executive Coach and friend of the podcast Hasan Khair. Hasan shares his wealth of knowledge on what Inclusive Leadership means to him. What does it take to be an Inclusive Leader? How can you create an environment where people can be their authentic selves? What are some of the …

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Episode 9 (S6). Let's Talk About Professionalism in the Workplace 36:02

1y ago36:02

36:02

In this episode your favourite trio have a conversation about the notion of Professionalism. What does it mean to be Professional? What are the benefits and constraints of Professionalism and how does our relationship with Professionalism impact how we are in the workplace? Tune in to listen to this insightful and reflective conversation. If you en…

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Episode 8 (S6). What is Unconscious Bias? 36:27

1y ago36:27

36:27

Your favourite trio of social workers are back with another insightful episode discussing what their understanding is of Unconscious Bias. This is a term that is used in a number of different contexts but what does it actually mean? How can we become more aware of our Unconscious Biases and what can do we do to address them? Tune in to listen to th…

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Episode 7 (S6). Addressing Violence & Conflict with Young People (ft. Craig Pinkney) 54:13

1y ago54:13

54:13

Informative, powerful, inspirational, fun and an important listen! Just some of the words we’d use to describe this episode. Nadia, Fran and Eugene were privileged to be joined by Craig Pinkney. Craig Pinkney is a nationally and internationally recognised Criminologist, Urban Youth Specialist, and esteemed CEO of several organisations, including SO…

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31 - Breaking Free: Finding Direction and Getting Support 16:47

1y ago16:47

16:47

Have you ever caught yourself questioning the happiness in your marriage, feeling like you're looking through a distorted lens? I've been there, and that's why our final chapter in the Breaking Free series is essential listening for anyone eager to discover joy in their relationship again. As your host, I pull back the curtain on the illusions that…

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30 - Breaking Free: Embracing Anger for Relationship Growth 18:00

1y ago18:00

18:00

Anger isn't just a fire that destroys; it can be the spark that ignites positive change, especially within the trying bonds of marriage. As I unravel the threads of personal accountability and the power of our thoughts, I invite you to reconsider the role of anger in personal growth and relationship dynamics. Drawing on insights from the American P…

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Episode 6 (S6). The Social Graces Revisited/Christmas Special 37:06

1y ago37:06

37:06

Merry Christmas everyone! We have a fun and informative new episode for you. In this episode, we have our own little christmas celebration and have a discussion about the Social Graces (again!). We share presents, learn more about the 'Wheel of Discussion' created by Collective Space and continue to discuss about our intersecting identities. This i…

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Episode 5 (S6). The 'Illegal' Migration Act (feat. Lisa Matthews) 45:31

1+ y ago45:31

45:31

This episode was recorded in November 2023 It was our pleasure to welcome Lisa Matthews to our podcast. Lisa works for an organisation called Young Roots and she is their first ever Policy and Campaigns Manager. Lisa has worked in the area of migrants’ rights for over 15 years, working across casework, psychosocial support, legal representation, ca…

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Episode 4 (S6). Starting a Conversation About Gaza. 33:36

1+ y ago33:36

33:36

Conversations a meant to be started, continued but not necessarily always finished. In this episode, we decided to start a conversation about the war in Gaza. There are many narratives and challenges with having such a conversation. Despite this it's necessary to start a conversation and hopefully it will be continued by many who listen to this. If…

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29 - Breaking Free: The Power of Belief in Transforming Relationships 20:32

1+ y ago20:32

20:32

Ever wondered why you're finding it hard to believe in the possibility of a happy marriage? Today, I, Nadia from Art of Sia, will introduce you to the transformative power of belief, not just in the context of your marriage, but as a significant factor affecting your perception and response to the world around us. We'll dive right into the challeng…

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Episode 3 (S6). Talking about Harmful Sexual Behaviour (feat. Anna Glinski) 44:23

1+ y ago44:23

44:23

We were lucky to be joined by Anna Glinski from the Centre of expertise on child sexual abuse (CSA centre). Anna was previously the CSA Centre's Practice Improvement Advisor for Social Work and, before that, the practice development lead for CSA within the local authority and contributed to local and regional service and policy development. Anna de…

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28 - Likelihood of Success 18:51

1+ y ago18:51

18:51

I’m Nadia C. Patterson with Art of Sia and this podcast is dedicated to helping women stop sabotaging their marriages by recognizing their negative contributions to their current situation. Fall is here and as we prepare for the end of 2023, let's start being honest with ourselves. In today's episode I challenge you to evaluate the likelihood of yo…

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Episode 2 (S6). How Can We Feel Psychologically Safe? 31:41

1+ y ago31:41

31:41

The episodes keep on coming! In this second episode of season six, we explore the notion of Psychological Safety. What does this mean to you? How can we feel Psychologically Safe in work spaces, in relationships and other areas of our lives? What do you think you need to help you to feel Psychologically Safe? There were so many different questions …

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Episode 1 (S6). What does Belonging mean to you? 39:32

1+ y ago39:32

39:32

GUESS WHO'S BACK, BACK AGAIN..... YES, that's right. After an extended summer break, your favourite trio are back for a brand new season! We are excited to bring you our sixth podcast season. Get ready for some fun, exciting, powerful and important conversations! We've also mixed things up a bit so you will be able to watch some of our episodes on …

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