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In this special episode for International Women's Day, four women who are passionate about athletics come together in conversation to celebrate, reflect, discuss barriers and where they would like to see change in the sport.

Former international medallists Jenny Meadows and Kelly Massey are joined by respected coaches Sharon Morris and Janice Kaufman.

Jenny is a former European indoor champion over 800m who now plays an important role in British Athletics' Futures Programme. She has also turned to broadcasting over the last few years and has recently become a mum.

Kelly is a former 400m runner and a mainstay in successful British relay teams in recent years. She is now a UK Anti-Doping educator who also does research around elite athlete mothers.

Sharon has worked for British Athletics for 16 years. She oversees GB teams at international age group championships as Team Manager and is also a coach with Birchfield Harriers.

Janice is a Non-Executive Director on the England Athletics board. A coach with Gateshead Harriers as well as an official, she won a BBC Unsung Sporting Heroes award together with her son for the legacy they have created at her club.