Best Tamara Hunters Podcasts (2025)

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Redefining Leadership: Tamara Somers on Turning Strategy Into Systemic Change 44:01

9d ago44:01

44:01

Leadership isn’t about fitting into a system that was never built for you. It’s about reshaping that system to reflect how you lead best. In this episode of Pennyology, I sit down with Tamara Somers—globally recognised sustainability strategist and Impact Maker—to unpack what leadership looks like when you turn bold strategy into real, systemic cha…

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The Truth About Compassionate Leadership (and Why It’s Your Edge) 20:19

16d ago20:19

20:19

What if the traits women are criticised for today, like compassion, inclusion, and emotional intelligence, are exactly what the future of leadership demands? In this episode of Pennyology, I explore why compassionate leadership is fast becoming the most strategically relevant skill for impact-driven women and how you can start building it today. I …

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The Art of Impact Making: Charmaine Hunzwi on Redefining Power and Belonging 37:10

20d ago37:10

37:10

What does it really mean to lead when the system wasn’t built for you? In this episode of Pennyology, I sit down with award-winning change-maker Charmaine Hunzwi — a woman leading powerful change at the intersection of corporate, cultural, and community spaces. Named one of Women’s Agenda’s Women to Watch in Leadership for 2024, Charmaine is redefi…

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If not you, then who? Why Leadership Needs Redefining. 11:01

28d ago11:01

11:01

Leadership is broken and I know I’m not the only one who feels it. In this episode of Pennyology, I’m calling out a system that no longer serves women like us. After years of working with ambitious, purpose-driven women who want to make a real difference, I’ve seen the same reaction time and time again: they look at traditional leadership—built on …

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Why I’m Breaking Leadership Rules and Choosing Impact Over Playing It Safe 10:04

1M ago10:04

10:04

After 149 episodes, I knew it was time to evolve. The Pennyology Podcast is a new chapter, one that reflects where my work has landed and where women like us are headed. In this first episode, I share why I’ve rebranded the podcast, what Pennyology stands for, and how it’s designed to support ambitious, purpose-driven women who are tired of being b…

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Inge Hunter and Niamh Eadie 57:22

1M ago57:22

57:22

Inge Hunter went from selling cocktails while homeless at 17 to building Clue Content, a powerhouse agency with a team of 14 in Newmarket; and meet Niamh Eadie, the tech whiz who swapped coding for construction. She went from not knowing a hammer from a handsaw to becoming a successful property developer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for …

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Taming the Imposter Within 27:36

2M ago27:36

27:36

What do you do when self-doubt creeps in, even after proving more than once that you are a force to be reckoned with? In this episode, I want to tackle the uncomfortable truth about Imposter Syndrome and its insidious grip on high-performing women. Drawing inspiration from a powerful dinner conversation, together you and I will dive into the shared…

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The Secrets of a Head Hunter turned Podcaster with Di Gillett 40:56

3M ago40:56

40:56

Why should women fade from view as we age? What if your 50s and your 60s could be your most empowering phase yet? Di Gillett is a role model in challenging what a woman should be in her 60s. With over 30 years’ experience as a head-hunter, at the age of 59, she channeled her interviewing skills into reinvention in the service of greater impact. She…

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WMW Monica Saavedra and Claire Given 56:53

3M ago56:53

56:53

CTO & Co Founder of Lambda Agri Monica Saavedra has figured out how to supercharge sunlight in greenhouses, boosting crop yields in ways that could transform agriculture as we know it; And Claire Given, who turned frustration into innovation. When one-handed products fell short, she created Equipmii - matching people with perfect medical solutions.…

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Why International Women’s Day is broken and how you can help fix it 18:25

3M ago18:25

18:25

I'm angry. How is it we are on the doorstep of another International Women’s Day (IWD), events are popping up all over the place and yet we are still a 130 years away from gender parity? In this week's podcast episode I want to explore why IWD is broken and how you can help fix it. I'm creating the space for greater awareness around the rich histor…

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To Serve with Alison Rice 43:29

3M ago43:29

43:29

Alison Rice is a 10x award-winning leader, conscious career and business mentor, regenerative brand strategist and podcast host of the highly acclaimed Offline. Her ever-evolving body of work exists to serve anyone seeking a more spacious, sustainable and purpose-driven version of success. In this conversation we reconnect on the evolution of our r…

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WMW Dr Tamara Polajnar and Jules Walters 55:48

4M ago55:48

55:48

We chat to CEO of HerEthical AI Dr Tamara Polajnar who talks about how she came to the world of Machine Learning and AI in policing and talks of her interest in devising systems which detect victim blaming; And Jules Walters, a health coach with a rich background in science. Jules now dedicates her expertise to empowering busy women to become the C…

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Winners and Losers have the same goals 16:52

4M ago16:52

16:52

In this episode, we dive deep into the idea that Winners and Losers Have the Same Goals. We explore how the systems they have are what differentiates their outcomes. Together we’ll deep dive into the importance of understanding your systems and whether they’re working for or against you, how to improve your system to align with your impact goals an…

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WMW Maud Blair and Rachel Hales 56:55

5M ago56:55

56:55

We meet Maud Blair a Cambridge-based author known for her storytelling about her life under British rule in Rhodesia, now Zimbabwe during the era of apartheid which lead to her acclaimed book ‘In between’; And Rachel Hales is adamant that Cambridge can become a thriving community for everyone by pioneering ground-breaking partnerships to address ch…

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WMW Gill Abbs and Chloe Gentles 48:34

6M ago48:34

48:34

Gill Abbs is currently in the process of baking 26,000 mince pies. Impressively, Gill has worked at the world famous Fitzbillies in Cambridge as a baker for 53 years; And Chloe Gentles is playing the role of Cinderella in this year’s pantomime at the Cambridge Arts Theatre. We ask her what it’s like to act in a pantomime. Hosted on Acast. See acast…

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When conscious business becomes the norm with Jo Chun 39:36

6M ago39:36

39:36

Jo Chun is a creative genius who uses her design skills in helping visionary product founders in the wellness, lifestyle, and food space get their offerings into the hearts and carts of their dream customers. She's also on a quest to make conscious business become the norm and embodies fully what that looks like in how she rolls. Join us for this r…

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Reflection and reciprocity with Larisha Jerome 37:03

6M ago37:03

37:03

Larisha Jerome is the winner of the 2024 Women's Agenda - Agenda Setter of the Year Award! A proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka, and Wulli Wulli woman. The Founder of Liberate with Larisha, a Board Director of the Jarowair Aboriginal Corporation, a powerful advocate for economic justice, a Harvard Graduate, and an accomplished speaker and self-concept & m…

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WMW Nicci Roscoe and Jasmin El-Saie 57:08

7M ago57:08

57:08

If you are feeling stressed, this is the episode for you. Women Making Waves bring you two calming influences, Nicci Roscoe whose book Manifest your Everything helps you to focus on what you want to be; and Yasmin El-Saie who uses holistic methods to calm anxious dogs; With a massive following on social media her two dogs have become super stars; H…

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Holding space for a unicorn with Alicia Payne 31:05

7M ago31:05

31:05

Women of impact are made not born and Alysa Payne is well on her way. She's a woman in tech on a mission to empower women in tech to find their voice so that they can realise their potential. She's also a past client who when we met had just quit her job off the back of burnout and was in search of a calm sparkle. What she found was a passion lead …

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If you can't see it you can't be it. 20:11

7M ago20:11

20:11

Did you know…That the lack of visible diverse expert role models and opportunities for women to practice becoming an expert impacts women’s willingness and ability to confidently step up as an expert? This episode is the fifth in the Hidden Figures: Where are all the female experts? series and we’re going to unpack the fourth theme that presented i…

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Afraid of your expertise? 19:30

7M ago19:30

19:30

Did you know…One of the greatest barriers to women owning their voice and power publicly for impact is the fear of criticism and being exposed as imposters. The cost of this fear is high as it diminishes women’s confidence and willingness to live their impact and become an expert. This episode is the fourth in the Hidden Figures: Where are all the …

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How much is enough? 17:42

8M ago17:42

17:42

Did you know that women often feel that they have to tick all the boxes before they call themselves an expert? Yet my Hidden Figures research exposed that they lacked clarity on what boxes they needed to tick, which meant their skills were never enough. This week's episode is Part 3 in our Hidden Figures: Where are all the female expert series to c…

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WMW Jodi Taylor and Elba Rose 52:40

8M ago52:40

52:40

On women making waves we meet author Jodi Taylor who started writing when she retired and has had tremendous success with her series of books The Chronicles of St. Mary’s. But nobody was more surprised by her success than Jodi herself… And we hear from the winner of the New Music Generator award for Best Female Solo artist, Elba Rose Hosted on Acas…

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Does the word expert make you feel “ick”? 15:29

8M ago15:29

15:29

Did you know… That a women’s relationship with the word expert is “complex”, can feel “awkward”, infer “peacocking” and stimulate a visual of “a man’s face”. I call this “the ick of expert”. This week's episode is Part 2 in our Hidden Figures: Where are all the female expert series? celebrates the launch of my groundbreaking white paper of the same…

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WMW Alison Wright and Inger Anson 55:56

8M ago55:56

55:56

Women Making Waves chat to Alison Wright, owner of Fitzbillies, which is one of the most iconic businesses in Cambridge, traditionally the place to go for your tea and Chelsea bun. Alison tells us about how she took over the business and what it’s like to run this Cambridge icon And lawyer Inger Anson is a Corporate Partner who leads Cambridge law …

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Hidden Figures: Where are all the female experts? 12:48

8M ago12:48

12:48

Did you know that women make up only 30% of experts on stages globally and less than 14% of media expert voices in Australia? I’m so damn excited to share with you in this podcast episode a taste of my groundbreaking research Hidden Figures which explores how a woman's relationship with the word "EXPERT" impacts her ability to become one and what y…

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Beyond the comfort zone with Mia Fileman 36:39

9M ago36:39

36:39

In this week's episode, we dive deep into the insights of marketing maven Mia Fileman, who shares her unique perspective on what it truly means to be an expert. Mia opens up about her journey, discussing the figures she admires in the industry and the vital role recognition from others plays in establishing your expert status. We also explore the t…

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Impact starts with seeing yourself with Ashani Dante 32:04

9M ago32:04

32:04

We met 8 years ago when she had just left her career as a speech pathologist and was trying to work out where to go next. Fast forward to the now and she has created, The Flourish Journey. The Flourishing Journey is a charity that has impacted the lives of over 22,000 young women for the better. She's an acclaimed keynote, voice for women of colour…

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Why you'll never be ready... 24:38

10M ago24:38

24:38

One of the biggest barriers to purpose-driven women putting themselves into the world as impact experts is that they never feel “ready” which means they will always find a reason why they’re not ready yet!What is the cost of never being ready? What is the cost of never realising the life and impact you seek?If you want to make a meaningful differen…

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What kind of expert do you want to be? 18:03

11M ago18:03

18:03

I firmly believe the tide is turning and self-proclaimed experts who lack substance are on the way out.Building trust and credibility over time trumps the empty promises that we often see on socials.I want to talk about what it means to you to become an impact-driven expert.When I look at the research on what it means to be an expert the definition…

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The Penny has dropped 22:34

11M ago22:34

22:34

A new podcast name and direction and perhaps you’re wondering why and how.It’s taken me 9 years of working deeply with professional high-performing women and on myself to land here today.Today marks one of those moments where the culmination of passionate driven effort, skill, and insight connect, and pardon the pun for me the Penny has dropped.I f…

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WMW Clare Mulley and Renata Drumond 56:57

12M ago56:57

56:57

About our guests on this episode: Clare Mulley Award-winning public historian, author and broadcaster, Clare Mulley joins us to talk about her four biographies, primarily focus on female experience during the Second World War. Clare talks about the women and how she approaches her research. Follow Clare: Website: https://claremulley.com X: @claremu…

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Steps to freedom (Part 3) with Freedom Founder Lauren Adlam 37:58

12M ago37:58

37:58

In this episode of the Hacking Happy Podcast, we continue to explore the concept of freedom in how we work and live. I'm sharing the next two steps for you to take in order unlock and live freedom on your terms. I've also invited my beautiful friend and client Lauren Adlam along to share her freedom founder story with you. Lauren is a mum of four, …

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Steps to Freedom (Part 2) with Freedom Founder Dani Zetzer 44:22

12M ago44:22

44:22

In this episode of the Hacking Happy Podcast, we continue exploring freedom in how we work and live. I'm sharing the next three steps for you to take in order to unlock and live freedom on your terms. I've also invited my beautiful friend and client Dani Zetzer along to share her freedom founder story with you. Dani is the only divorce lawyer I've …

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Steps to Freedom 26:02

1y ago26:02

26:02

Far too often, female founders are sold a linear path to freedom that does not exist. Instagram would have you believe that business growth is like a hockey stick rather than the reality that it’s more like a roller coaster. This leaves many purpose-led female founders wondering: What’s wrong with me? Why can’t I create the business and freedom I l…

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Jessica Hepburn and Hannah Nunn 56:07

1y ago56:07

56:07

About our guests on this episode: Jessica Hepburn is an author, a former executive director of the Lyric Theatre in Hammersmith, an award winning fertility hero, and the first woman IN THE WORLD to achieve ‘The Sea, Street & Summit Challenge”. Jessica tells the story of going through 11 unsuccessful rounds of IVF before taking on some of the most g…

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How to become an expert. 43:31

1y ago43:31

43:31

Ever wanted to become an expert? Ever considered the fact that every expert was once a beginner? I’m constantly asked how I became an expert in my field. What clients and prospective clients really want to know is what credentials they should pursue in order to progress the purpose led work they seek to do and the impact they seek to have. I decide…

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The money secrets of women 41:27

1y ago41:27

41:27

How to make more money. They call her the money rainmaker. She's the go-to guru for purpose-led small business women wanting to scale their impact and revenue. Meet Fi Johnston, the founder of Peach. In this week's episode, we explore women's money secrets and why not sharing, exploring, and challenging them is holding us back from realising our po…

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How motherhood enhances your brain with Dr Sarah Mckay 44:06

1y ago44:06

44:06

The neuroscience of motherhood. Have you ever suffered from a baby's brain or questioned how your brain has changed since becoming a mother? If the answer is yes, it’s time to meet Dr Sarah McKay. Sarah is a globally acclaimed neuroscientist and the author of The Women's Brain Book—The Neuroscience of Health, Hormones and Happiness, and Baby Brain—…

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Emily Heaton and Maiya Fleming 56:29

1y ago56:29

56:29

A little about the guests in this episode: The Royal National Lifeboat Institution celebrates its 200th anniversary and our guest Emily Heaton recently became a Coxswain, and offers some interesting insights into what it's like being part of the lifesaving institution. Maiya Fleming is an Apprentice Quantity Surveyor. She tells us what it’s like do…

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Lessons of a Lifestylepreneur - Part 2 22:54

1y ago22:54

22:54

This month, I’m celebrating nine years in my own business. Nine years as a Lifestylepreneur, and I want to celebrate this moment with you because far too often, I see purpose-led women in business losing heart and motivation because they’re focusing on all the things that aren’t working rather than acknowledging the progress they’ve made. This week…

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Joanna Borrett and Jane Horwood 56:45

1y ago56:45

56:45

A little about our guests in this episode: With under 8% of classical music written by women, we are delighted to chat to Cambridgeshire composer Joanna Borrett who has announced the world premiere of her most recent work. Jane Horwood is the founder of pre-loved clothing boutique TrashChic. Jane’s motto is Buy less, buy better. Bright colours and …

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Lessons of a Lifestylepreneur - Part 1 27:28

1y ago27:28

27:28

This month, I’m celebrating nine years in my own business. 9 years as a Lifestylepreneur, and I want to celebrate this moment with you because far too often, I see purpose-led women in business losing heart and motivation because they’re focusing on all the things that aren’t working rather than acknowledging the progress they’ve made and what has …

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The truth shall set you free 22:16

1y ago22:16

22:16

Have you ever considered how much real estate in your brain is consumed by the attachments you hold? Attachment is our way of trying to control uncertainty which let’s face it is impossible in a world where uncertainty is the only certainty. Attachment gives away our power, our energy and our precious present time to overthinking. That’s why in thi…

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To feel is to heal 23:49

1+ y ago23:49

23:49

In this episode, we explore the power of feeling to heal. I share the concept of compassionate inquiry and how this trauma therapy approach provides a means to start to reconnect with your ability to feel whole again. We expose how suppressing feelings can have long-term negative effects on our health and happiness, and I share a practical process …

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If the body keeps the score, move it. 20:40

1+ y ago20:40

20:40

Have you ever felt like you're constantly battling against invisible forces in your life, your work or your business? Wrestling with emotions, you can't quite explain and behaviours that seem out of your control? If the answer is hell yes, this week's podcast on trauma was made for you. I'm going to share how... Trauma isn't just about what happens…

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WMW Chloe Matharu and Olivia Partington 56:37

1+ y ago56:37

56:37

Chloe Matharu is a singer songwriter who plays the harp. Chloe’s music is inspired by the sea and her time working in the Merchant Navy; and Olivia Partington is dedicated to helping find solutions in fighting climate change and creating ways to inspire young people to get involved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The neuroscience of presence with Divya Darling 36:39

1+ y ago36:39

36:39

Train your brain for calm. How would the decisions you make in the everyday shift if you didn't let your brain dominate and instead gave equal voice to your heart and gut? What if, the impact you seek, was not found in the speed at which you do things but in the intentionality of your actions? If you find yourself longing to inject more clarity, ca…

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Creating the space to breathe again with Jessica Connor 31:44

1+ y ago31:44

31:44

A lived experience of burnout. Imagine working 80-hour weeks consistently for years because you love your corporate job. Imagine then waking up one day and your body literally shutting down to the point where you are incapable of speaking or functioning without full-time care. This was the reality for Jess Conner. In this week's podcast episode. Je…

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Downsize Your Mental Load with Mia Northrop 34:46

1+ y ago34:46

34:46

Downsize your mental load. Mental Load: The level of thinking, planning and anticipating that you do to keep chaos at bay in your life...ouch! I know this is a conversation we needed to have.In this week's episode of the Hacking Happy podcast, I've invited Mia Northrop, an expert in practical ways to downsize your mental load and co-founder of Life…

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