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What Have You Been Reading?Hold the Phone (S2 Ep.1)Karla & Alex circle back to cinnamon rolls and discuss whether raisins are a healthy snack. We make a MAJOR announcement regarding our upcoming ONE YEAR PODCAST ANNIVERSARY, and we talk about the following books:My Kind of Trouble, by L.A. SchwartzThe Maid's Diary, by Loreth Anne WhiteThe Strawberry Patch Pancake House, by Lori GilmoreThey Never Learn, by Layne FargoBad Publicity, by Bianca GillamWhat Will People Think, by Sara Hamdan2025-05-0538 min
The Big Vag Energy PodcastI asked a psychic why my relationship broke down - 365 Days since the endOne year since THAT surreal, horrible day and my first call with a clairvoyant. How did it go? Did I get any answers? Is there really a spiritual world? What does the future hold?Mentioned in this Episode:Maiden (Tracy Edwards Documentary - Prime Video)The Kintsugi Way Charity@thekintsugiwaycharitywww.thekintsugiway.co.uk@thebigvagenergypodthebigvagenergypodcast@gmail.com2025-04-2824 min
The Hockey ToolkitInterview W/ Brian GillamSeason 3, Episode 9 – The Hockey Toolkit Guest: Brian Gillam of Brian Gillam HockeyWelcome back to The Hockey Toolkit! In Season 3, Episode 9, Trevor and Andrew are joined by a special guest—Brian Gillam, a true veteran in the world of hockey development.With over 40 years of experience, Brian brings an incredible wealth of knowledge. He currently serves as the Coach Development Coordinator for Hockey Eastern Ontario, is a certified Hockey Canada Skills Coach, and is recognized as a High Performance Coach. In this deep-dive conversation, the trio explores Brian's progressive and practical coaching strategies that are help...2025-04-1751 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastPart 2: Exposing Mohammed Fayed: Billionaire, Predator & International Sex TraffickerIn this Part 2 episode, Alex is rejoined by Pelham Spong and her solicitor, Michael Jacobs, a Partner at Boies Schiller Flexner. Boies Schiller Flexner is an internationally renowned firm known for its expertise in trial law, crisis management, and strategic advisory. In this conversation, Pelham shares her experience of reporting trafficking, sexual assault, and coercion at the hands of the late billionaire businessman, Mohammed Fayed. Pelham and Michael discuss the complexities of legal representation in high-profile cases, the impact of media on public perception and accountability, and the systemic failures within law enforcement and other institutions. They a...2025-04-071h 18The Big Vag Energy PodcastExposing real life 'Horror' - Chelsea Kania and Saint Maria's Way‘Saint Maria's Way’, shortlisted for Screamfest 2024, started from Chris Turner and writer Chelsea Kania’s frustration with the increasingly dire lack of safety for women on the street at night. The numerous well-publicised cases in which CCTV was pivotal to the investigation of the crimes committed against women were part of what gave way for the idea.Contact them below to access the short film:Chelsea - https://www.instagram.com/chelseamonrania/Chris - https://www.instagram.com/favcolblk/Also mentioned in this e...2025-02-241h 05
Keihard Klassiek: De MixThe GodfatherPatrick Hamilton - Christine's Theme
Rupert Gregson-Williams - The Crown ; "The Anointing"Synchron Stage Orchestra o.l.v. Johannes Vogel
Hugo Alfvén - In onze wei, "Uti vår hage"Zweeds Radiokoor o.l.v. Simon Phipps
Nino Rota - The Godfather - "Love Theme"Nino Rota Orchestra o.l.v. Carlo Savina
Alex Baranowski - ReflectionsJess Gillam [saxofoon] & Jess Gillam Ensemble
Paulinho Nogueira - Bachaininha nr.1 (Arr.)Plínio Fernandes [gitaar]
Lee Ru-ma (Yir...2025-02-1958 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastExposing Mohammed Fayed: Billionaire, Predator & International Sex Trafficker*Trigger Warning: This episode contains descriptions of sexual assault and violence, which some listeners may find distressing.
In this episode, Alex is joined by Pelham Spong, who provides her account of being a victim of trafficking, sexual assault, and coercion by the late and powerful billionaire businessman, Mohammed Fayed. Known for his ownership of the luxury department store Harrods, Hôtel Ritz Paris, and Fulham Football Club, Fayed is now a subject of notoriety. Following his passing in 2023, victims have since broken their silence, with over 400 of his victims having come forward with allegations of rape, sexual a...2025-01-2757 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastMerry Titmas 2024What a year! Thank you to all our listeners.
Join us for more fun, feminism and interviews in 2025!2024-12-1618 min
The Shrewsbury Biscuit PodcastThe Shrewsbury Biscuit Podcast: Julia Buckley - Shrewsbury's MPJulia Buckley - Shrewsbury's MPThis episode has been a long time coming. While I don't usually dive into politics on the Biscuit, I believe every person has a story worth telling. I was honored to sit down with Shrewsbury's MP, Julia Buckley, to share hers.We explore how Julia got into politics, her motivations, and the experience of running and winning an election. She also reflects on the impact of losing her friend, MP Jo Cox, whose positive influence continues to guide her.Julia opens up about the challenges of representing an...2024-11-111h 12The Big Vag Energy PodcastA Better World and Better Sex - What Would Happen If We Closed The Authority Gap with Mary Ann SeighartMary Ann Seighart, the phenomenal author and activist, is today's guest on The Big Vag Energy Podcast.
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Grassroots: The Minor Hockey ShowEpisode 104 - Are you a new coach - of some sort?However you define "new," Richard and Dean discuss what coaches need to consider at the start of a new adventure and the resources they should access.Books:How we learn to move by Rob GrayThe Coach's Guide to Teaching by Doug LemovTransforming Basketball by Alex SaramaThe Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever by Michael Bungay StanierPodcasts:This one, of course!The Talent Equation - Stuart ArmstrongThe Perception-Action Podcast - Rob GrayHEO Youtube channel - Brian...2024-08-3058 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastTravel Tips with HostelleChatting with Bianca & Charlotte from Hostelle - a women's only hostel in London, Barcelona and Amsterdam. We talk everything travel; staying safe, exploring, making friends and of course, feminism.
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2024-08-2643 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastBooks and Break-upsBooks mentioned in this episode:
I Hope This Finds You Well - Kate Baer
To Hate and Love Men - Gina Martin
Ego Is The Enemy - Ryan Holiday
We Should All Be Feminists - Chimamanda Ngozi
Ted Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hg3umXU_qWc2024-07-2925 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastFinancial Adulting ft. Ashley Feinstein GerstleyHappy Monday!
We’re back after a short hiatus with a new episode talking about personal finances with Ashley Feinstein Gerstley, CFP and founder of the Fiscal Femme! Are you wanting to learn more about money management and build your confidence with budgeting, saving, and investing, but don’t know where to start? Then this episode is for you.
Connect with Ashley on Instagram @thefiscalfemme and check out her website here
2024-06-2459 minKeihard Klassiek: De MixEen likje rustPieter Savenberg - No Love Lost
Oliver Tarney - The Wise Men and the StarSansara o.l.v. Tom Herring
Maurice Ravel - Pavane pour une infante défunte (Arr.)The Rev Saxophone Quartet
Alex Baranowski - ReflectionsJess Gillam [saxofoon] & Jess Gillam Ensemble
Paul Colomb - Steppe
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Sonate voor piano nr.4, KV.282 (189g) in Es gr.t. - deel I, "Adagio" (Arr.)Duo Morat-Fergo
Thomas Bangalter - Mythologies - deel XVIII, "P...2024-05-0258 min
Millennial MinimalistsThe Power of Less with The Big V Energy PodcastBe inspired by the great advantages that come with adopting a minimalist lifestyle! Kelly is interviewed by the popular BBC featured podcast, The Big V Energy Podcast with co-host Alex Gillam to discuss practical advice on how to declutter all areas of excess from the physical things to mental clutter. You will learn how to let go, reduce stress, improve your focus, spend with greater intention, travel lighter and more! On the Big V Energy podcast, Alex and her co-host Chess Galea serve candid conversations that matter to woman about woman.They explore...2024-04-0852 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastFreedom 4 Girls - Overcoming Period Poverty in a Man's WorldIn this episode we chat to Petchara and Sarah from Freedom4Girls who are a charity working to end stigmas and inequalities associated with periods, from pre first periods through to post menopause. Petchara and Sarah are two powerhouse women who bring conversations to the table that need more attention and urgency, shedding
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thebigvagenergypodcast@gmail.com2024-03-2548 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastThe Power of Less: Adopting a Minimalist MindsetHappy Monday Friends!
Today we are joined by Kelly Foss, host of the podcast Millennial Minimalists which aims to help listeners simplify their lives and live with greater intention. Alongside her friend and co-host Lauren, they run one-on-one discussions about their minimalist lifestyle journeys and lessons, and interviews with minimalist thought leaders and best-selling authors in the personal development space.
We're excited to chat with Kelly, who will enlighten us on the advantages of embracing a minimalist lifestyle. She'll share practical advice on decluttering across all areas of your life: physical, digital, mental, emotional, and...2024-02-261h 11Keihard Klassiek: De MixStaying with the Trouble00:20Alexandra Stréliski - the first kiss
04:50Nils Frahm - Hammers (Arr.)Remy van Kesteren [harp]
07:57Joseph Rheinberger - Geistliche Gesänge (3), op.69 - nr.3, "Abendlied" (Bleib' bei uns, denn es will Abend werden)Cambridge Singers o.l.v. John Rutter
12:54Ola Gjeilo - Ubi caritasOla Gjeilo [piano] & Voces8 o.l.v. Barnaby Smith
17:24Antonio Garcia Isaac - Impressions
21:45Gabriel Fauré - Suite voor orkest, op.80, "Pelléas et Mélisande" - deel III, "Sicil...2024-02-2158 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastSupporting a Loved One with an Eating Disorder [Ming Bridges - Women and Body Image Episode]An excerpt from our “Women and Body Image” episode where we spoke to singer-songwriter turned fashion entrepreneur Ming Bridges. Ming openly talks to us about her experience navigating through eating disorders and body dysmorphia, shedding light on her path to recovery and the invaluable lessons learned along the way. In this clip, she offers invaluable insights on how to effectively support loved ones facing similar challenges. Scroll back to season one to listen to the full episode.2024-02-1203 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastUnpacking the Latest Headlines about WomenHappy Monday folks!
Welcome to our first episode of 2024 where we chat all the latest hot topics including Sephora kids, Taylor Swift deepfakes, the emerging ideological gap between young men and women globally, Calvin Klein’s double standards in their latest campaign, and so much more. Enjoy!
Financial Times article: https://www.ft.com/content/29fd9b5c-2f35-41bf-9d4c-994db4e12998
Birthing History article: https://www.better-birth.co.uk/post/the-real-reason-we-give-birth-on-our-backs
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Make sure to clic...2024-01-2936 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastMerry Titmas 2023 - 3 life lessonsIt's Titmas once again!
Thank you for another year of support, love and most importantly - Big Vag Energy!
In this epsiode we talk about things we learned the hard way in 2023 and what we are taking into 2024.
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Thank you for listening and keep channeling that Big Vag Energy!2024-01-2826 min
In Good FaithEp. 175: An Acoustic ChristmasThink of it as a family Christmas devotional: a little praise, a little witness, some tears, and some laughter, familiar, yet loose around the edges. We'll hear from Cherie Call, Paul Jacobsen, and Molly in the Mineshaft, as well as pianist Jared Pierce and Mark Geslison, who is the director of several student ensembles here at BYU.
Our first hymn is "Once in Royal David's City", performed by Cayson Renshaw and Riley Davis. Cayson Renshaw is a singer-songwriter from the San Francisco Bay-area, currently based in Utah. He's joined here by guitarist and vocalist Riley Davis. See their performance on...2023-12-1752 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastGirls Fight Back: Personal Safety & EmpowermentAnother Monday, another Big V Energy episode!
Today we have the privilege of speaking with the award-winning international speaker, trainer, and personal safety expert Nicole Snell! Nicole is a specialist in sexual assault prevention education, gender-based violence prevention, and boundary setting. She is the CEO of Girls Fight Back, a world-renowned personal safety and empowerment self-defense program with the mission of teaching women, girls, and people of all gender identities everywhere how to be their own best protector.
Nicole is an NACP Credentialed Victim Advocate and a Credentialed Empowerment Self-Defense Professional. She speaks to women a...2023-11-2758 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastStreet Harrasment: The Tragedy of Women Feeling UnsafeIt can be a catcall or a whistle. It can happen on public transit, walking in a busy street, during the day. Street harassment is a pervasive problem that plagues women, girls, and gender non-conforming individuals. Enduring unwanted sexual attention and not feeling safe has gotten to a point of being "normalized", with feelings of anxiety and hypervigilance when out in public.
In this excerpt from the "Violence Against Women" episode, Chess and Alex discuss their experiences with navigating street harassment and a need for change and support in eliminating violence against women. 2023-11-2009 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastEmbracing ADHD & Neurodivergence in Women: Dr. Renata FialhoHappy Monday everybody and welcome to Octobers episode! Today we chat to Dr Renata, who is a clinical psychologist. Our discussion is all about neurodivergence in women and adults in general, how it may differ when comparing genders and how it can be diagnosed later in life.
More about Dr. Renata
Mind Enquire | Horley psychology
Festival Of The Girl (mentioned in intro)
https://www.festivalofthegirl.com/2023-10-3045 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastMale & Female Music Producers - What's the difference in your experience? [Jess Camilleri - Women In Music Episode]An excerpt from our 'Women In Music' episode where we talk about female experiences in the music industry. Scroll back to season 1 to listen to the whole episode.
2023-10-2201 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastFrom Fame to Rock Bottom to Self-Respect & Love: Eva Avila's Sobriety JourneyHappy Monday Everyone!
Today we're chatting with Eva Avila, a talented singer hailing from Canada who has been captivating audiences with her voice since she could speak. At the age of 19 in 2006, Eva auditioned for the fourth season of Canadian Idol on CTV and emerged as the winner, propelling her into the spotlight. This achievement paved the way for two successful albums with Sony BMG: "Somewhere Else" (2006), certified GOLD and featuring a song produced by Cyndi Lauper, and "Give Me The Music" (2009), recorded in Los Angeles and showcasing Eva's songwriting talent.
Eva's journey continued with...2023-09-251h 01The Big Vag Energy Podcast"Why are we fed that if a man doesn't finish, we should feel terrible? Loads of women don't finish" [Sex and The City - Women in Media episode]An excerpt from our 'Women In Media' episode where we talk about how revolutionary the program 'Sex and The City' was at the time. Scroll back to season 1 to listen to the whole episode.2023-09-1802 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastWomen Owned This Summer - Barbie, Taylor Swift & 'Girl' TrendsHi friends!
After a busy summer we are FINALLY back together and we wanted to talk about how women have absolutely owned this summer. From Barbie, to T-Swift to the “lazy girl job” trend, we unpack all the highlights from the past few months.
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Thank you for listening and keep channeling that Big Vag...2023-08-2824 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastRevolutionizing Date Night and Becoming an Entrepreneur: Nadia BarbosaHappy Monday, everyone!
Get ready for a game-changing date night experience! Today we’re sitting down with Nadia Barbosa, co-founder of Tandem Experiences – the ultimate solution for stress-free, unforgettable dates! Say goodbye to boring routines and hello to exciting adventures whether you’re in the early stages of dating or in a long-term relationship. Tandem is a new date-planning application that combines the best local events, mouthwatering food, and thrilling activities Toronto has to offer, so you don’t have to worry about the planning. It’s literally date night made easy and let's face it, we all crave e...2023-06-2651 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastHow to Defy the Odds and Succeed... By Being Yourself: Dr. Hayleigh BosherDr. Hayleigh Bosher is a specialist in copyright in the music industry, focusing on helping creators understand their rights and working on policy to try to make the law better and fairer.
Check out her Podcast: Whose Song is it Anyway?
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Thank you for listening and keep channeling that Big Vag Energy!2023-05-291h 06The Big Vag Energy Podcast21 Flaws, Being a Feminist Young Mum & How Therapy Changed Her Life: MISS MOLLYMISS MOLLY is a professional global multimillion-streamed K- and J-pop songwriter and artist. Molly has written hits for ITZY, Mori Calliope, Whee In, La Poem and iScream among many others. With 100 million streams as a songwriter and her exceptional capability to catch the vibe and flavor of modern pop, MISS MOLLY is the most talented music export with big potential from Finland in years.
MISS MOLLY's career took off 2013 when she won The Voice Kids of Finland at the age of 13. She released her debut album with Universal Music the year after and became...2023-05-0851 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastDisrupting the Condom Market and Breaking the Stigmas of Safe Sex: Jems CondomsHappy Monday friends! Our guests today are Yasemin Emory and Whitney Geller, life-long friends and co-founders of Jems Condoms which they launched in April 2021.
While looking for contraception options between pregnancies, Yasemin and Whitney noticed a void in the condom aisle - traditional condom packaging reflects an outdated notion of sexuality.
Everything from the unappealing packaging to the messaging that speaks primarily to an imagined heterosexual cis-male consumer it was clear to them that the condom brands lacked thoughtfulness as to how vast and varied the audience is. They also noticed the lack of clean, tr...2023-04-2445 minThe Big Vag Energy Podcast"What's Your Favourite Thing About Being A Woman?"We asked you all what your favourite thing about being a woman is and to close off international women's month with a bang, we are reading out your answers in this episode. Listen in for some funny, empowering, heartwarming and interesting thoughts about being a woman brought to you by women.
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The Big Vag Energy Podcast"He's Not Popping the Question, Screw This!"Some exciting news in a little snack episode to celebrate International Women's Day.
Check out some of the highlights we discussed and get involved:
UK freelancers: https://www.freelancequeens.com/
Canada Only: https://www.mondaygirl.ca/
Laura Bates: https://www.waterstones.com/book/fix-the-system-not-the-women/laura-bates/9781398514331
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Thank you for listening and keep channeling that Big Vag Energy!2023-03-0617 minThe Big Vag Energy Podcast"Woman, Life, Freedom" - Women In IranToday we are exploring the history and the current tragedies that are happening Iran, most specifically to women. We speak to a passionate Iranian woman with core Persian values who expresses her heartbreak, views, experiences and dreams of a better future.
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Thank you for listening and keep channeling that Big Vag Energy!2023-02-2037 minThe Big Vag Energy PodcastStrut Safe: Alice JacksonToday we’re speaking to Alice Jackson, co-founder of Strut Safe which is a free UK-wide service dedicated to making women, queer people, people of colour, and anyone who needs to feel safe walking home. Alice is also a writer and activist and was previously Outreach Director at CERT, lobbying for contraceptive reform and better sex and contraceptive education. She has appeared on the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Sky News.
We chat to Alice about founding Strut Safe, the state of the MET police, women’s safety, men’s violence against women and how we think we could...2023-01-231h 02
The Big Vag Energy PodcastMerry Titmas 2022Thank you ALL for another Big Vag year. We love you! In this snack we talk about our goals, looking back on how far we have come and some really weird random facial Chess did.
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The Big Vag Energy PodcastEmbracing Grey Hair and Giving the Finger to Ageism: Silvina NederSilvina Neder is living proof that age is not an obstacle when it comes to achieving your dreams. She became a model and actress in her early 50s, a life-changing career swerve after graduating as a statistician (with an MBA and MsC in biometrics) and a 25-year career in market research. A pivotal moment in her life, it was at this time she chose to embrace her age and grow out her natural grey locks - a decision that led to her to loving her look, career and herself.
Tune in Monday as we speak to Silvina about di...2022-11-2844 min
The Big Vag Energy PodcastMore Listening, Less Mansplaining“Let me stop you there and explain your lived experience to you…”
Hello lovely people! We are back with a snack episode - a quick chat to kick off your Monday on the topic of Mansplaining. We talk about what it is, how to stop if you’re an offending ‘splainer and what to do if you’re the one being mansplained to.
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The Big Vag Energy PodcastModelling, Body Positivity and Self-Love: Sophie Louise HughesHappy Monday guys!
Today we're speaking to the courageous British model and body positivity advocate, Sophie Louise Hughes. She got her start in the modelling industry at the age of 15 in the early 2000’s - a time where beauty standards and success were equated with being thin, creating a toxic working environment.
Fast forward to Sophie at 25 years old and her life-changing moment where her nephew was born with a medical condition sending him into liver failure. Sophie quickly and selflessly stepped up to donate part of her liver to her nephew, ultimately saving his lif...2022-08-151h 09
The Big Vag Energy PodcastFighting to End Female Genital Mutilation & Cutting: Owanto & Katya BergerJoin us for this month's episode where we speak to artist and activist Owanto and her filmmaker daughter Katya. Owanto’s current projects focus on the female condition, emancipation and the breaking of silence. Her work sheds new light on difficult and relevant issues which prevent us from ignoring what takes place around us. Her concern for social issues has compelled her to campaign for relevant but uncomfortable and often ignored topics. Owanto and Katya combined forces leveraging their journalistic and artistic talents to produce ‘One Thousand Voices’, an immersive sound installation composed of audio testimonies from Female Genital Mutila...2022-07-1852 min
The Shrewsbury Biscuit PodcastThe Shrewsbury Biscuit Podcast: Why Shrewsbury?Todays episode was recorded at the Old Market Hall Café. We have a task today to find the answer "Why Shrewsbury?" What makes this town so desirable. You may think this is a typical thing to think of from the inside of a town one loves. However, we have discovered throughout our years of Biscuit interviews that people move here and become besotted. Born and bred Salopians show so much pride for their town and there is a real historical, cultural and geographical appeal here.Today we ask why? For this we need experts and w...2022-06-2048 min
The Big Vag Energy PodcastHappy Anniversary - A Year of Big Vag EnergyWe have been doing this podcast together for a year now and we have learnt such a great deal and spoken to so many astonishing women throughout these months. It's safe to say that the fire in our bellies to speak out and make things right is burning more than ever. So, thank you to those who have listened in and to all our guests. This journey is just beginning. We have so much planned for our next chapter.
Pre-save Chess' single 'Needy' that comes out June 17th - https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/chessgalea...2022-06-0648 min
The Big Vag Energy PodcastNavigating Your Career & Harnessing Your Potential: Siobhan McCarthy Farrer'Big career decisions don't come with a map, but all you need is a compass. In an unpredictable world, you can't make a master plan. You can only gauge whether you're on a meaningful path. The right next move is the one that brings you a step closer to your core values.' - Adam Grant
Welcome to our first episode in our subseries "Level Up" where we highlight topics designed to support you learn, develop, and smash that thing called life!
Today we speak with Career Coach, Siobhan McCarthy Farer, about growth and reaching y...2022-05-1554 min
The Shrewsbury Biscuit PodcastThe Shrewsbury Biscuit Podcast: Phil Gillam - A Love Letter From ShrewsburyAL sat and had a great chat with Phil Gillam about his fantastic annual, The Shrewsbury Review. A stunning book that perfectly illustrates the town. From the beautiful buildings, the inspirational women of the town and even a 100 question quiz.We were sat in the middle of Shrewsbury Market Hall (thanks Darren from GinDifferent) having a very relaxed chat where we pay homage to some of Shrewsbury's budding champions, including Mr Gillam himself.Phil talks about the hard work that has been put into putting this book together and having seen the book for ourselves...2022-05-0950 min
The Big Vag Energy PodcastEggs on Ice: The Lowdown on Freezing Your Eggs: Eileen McMahonHappy Monday everyone! Today we’re delving into the world of fertility and kicking it off with an episode on egg freezing. We sit down with Nurse Practitioner Eileen McMahon who works at the Hannam Fertility Centre in Toronto, Ontario. Eileen answers all your questions about egg freezing, from the initial fertility assessment to the process itself. If you’re curious about egg freezing or looking into the process for yourself, this informative episode will help you understand what to expect and how it works.
Eileen graduated from the University of Toronto with a baccalaureate and Master’s degr...2022-04-2550 min
The Big Vag Energy PodcastEquality in Sports, #IAMENOUGH, and "No Woman No Try": Victoria RushHappy International Women's Day! We could not have picked a better guest to speak to on this occasion than Victoria Rush. Victoria is a 29-year-old philanthropist and filmmaker. She worked for several years as a commercial producer for O2, managing and producing all O2 Sports content focusing on England Rugby. An award-winning marketer by trade, Victoria begun the #IAmEnough campaign in 2020 In response to the Canterbury Irish kit launch in which the brand chose to use female models and superimpose the kit onto them rather than using female Irish international players. Victoria was horrified by this and recognised this...2022-03-0852 min
The Big Vag Energy PodcastLove Island, Spiking and Activism: Sharon GaffkaHappy Monday you beauties! Today we chat with Sharon Gaffka, a former contestant on the highly popular British dating television show, Love Island. Let’s be clear, Sharon is so much more than your typical influencer. She was previously a civil servant, is a brand ambassador for the “Young Women’s Trust" and has been using her platform to lead an anti-spiking campaign with the aim of educating, changing legislation, and better supporting victims.
Sharon talks us through her own experience with being spiked and how she is pushing for more proactive legislation in Parliament. She also chats...2022-02-2159 min
The Big Vag Energy PodcastMental Health, Sobriety, and Parenting: Cat Sims (NotSoSmugNow)Hello lovely peopleee! We are stoked to bring you the one and only Cat Sims. This gem of a woman is the brain behind Not So Smug Now, a platform and community for women and parents aiming to support, share and spread joy.
Join us for an honest AF convo about what it’s like living with depression, talking to your kids about mental health, sobriety, the mirage of perfect parenthood… and why imperfect parenthood is even better.
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Email us: thebigvagenergypodcast@gmail.com2022-01-2353 min
This Classical LifeJess Gillam with... Oliver ZeffmanJess Gillam is joined by the conductor Oliver Zeffman to share some of the music they love. Including a rare and beautiful song by Tchaikovsky, a banging tune by Lizzo, plus possibly THE greatest ending in all of music with Mahler’s 8th Symphony.Playlist:
Mozart - Piano Concerto No. 21, in C Major, K. 467; II. Andante [Mitsuko Uchida (piano), English Chamber Orchestra, Jeffrey Tate]
Alex Baranowski - Constellations
Lizzo - Good as Hell
Pauline Oliveros – The Beauty of Sorrow [extract]
Jordan Rakei - Brace
Tchaikovsky - None but the Lonely Heart, Op. 6, TH 93, No. 6 [Dmitri Hvorostovsky (baritone), Ivar...2022-01-1527 min
The Big Vag Energy PodcastShe Means Business: Alice de VriesIn this episode, we connect with Alice de Vries, CEO & Founder at Tiary Studios. Alice is a seasoned advertising client lead, an entrepreneur and someone who believes that authentic, brave and open-hearted leadership is key to joy in business and in life. An international woman, Alice was born in Hong Kong, raised in Toronto and worked in London, UK for the last 5 years. After 15 years of creating award-winning work for some of the world’s biggest brands, Alice recently returned to Toronto to take over an early-stage company - Tiary - transforming it from B2C to B2B co...2022-01-091h 00
The Big Vag Energy PodcastMerry TitmasHave a BIG VAG ENERGY CHRISTMAS!
Love Chess & Alex
Mentioned in this episiode:
www.lethallyher.com
www.instagram.com/chessgaleadesigns
Feminist & revised Christmas songs:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I776VyXJab4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amK4U4pCTB8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zbnf5opI1c
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iq8jZ609PcI2021-12-1322 min
The Big Vag Energy PodcastShe Means Business: Amelia SordellIn this episode we connect with entrepreneur and personal branding expert, Amelia Sordell. We talk to Amelia about how she got to where she is today; what it was like to start her successful personal branding agency, Klout, from home in the middle of the pandemic; the challenges she has faced as a woman in business, and so much more.
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thebigvagenergypodcast@gmail.com2021-11-2249 minThis Classical LifeJess Gillam with... Bruno PhilippeJess Gillam and the French cellist Bruno Philippe share some of their favourite music, including movements from Schubert's final string quartet and Beethoven's 'Pastoral' Sixth Symphony, tracks by Amy Winehouse and Alex Turner, and music by Lera Auerbach and John Ireland.Playlist:
Puccini - Overture from Madame Butterfly [Orchestra Dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, Alberto Erede]
De Visee - Sarabande from Pieces for lute, Suite No.7 [Thomas Dunford, Jean Rondeau]
Amy Winehouse - Back to Black
Lera Auerbach - T'filah (Prayer) for solo violin [Vadim Glutzman]
Schubert - String Quartet No.15 in G, 1st movement [Hagen Quartet]
...2021-11-0629 min
The Big Vag Energy PodcastTo Bebe or Not to Bebe?Our first ever snack size episode at just 20 mins - perfect for listening to on your lunch break or afternoon tea break! We openly discuss our thoughts about having children, or not having children, and why. We also explore what society expects of women and how this can affect them and thier offspring.
If you enjoyed this podcast please subscribe, share with a friend or leave us a good review - it all really helps us to get the word out, and don’t forget to give us a follow on instagram on @thebigvagenergypod and let us kn...2021-10-2521 min
The Big Vag Energy PodcastWomen In Paralympic Sport: Vladyslava KravchenkoIn today's episode, we interview Vladyslava Kravchenko, Malta's first female swimmer, and first female athlete since 1980 to represent Malta at the Paralympic Games. We chat with her about what it's like training for the Tokyo games, what keeps her motivated and how to navigate your way into starting out as a para-athlete. We also speak to her about the Youth Ambassadors programme she helped form, led by the European Paralympic Committee, to raise awareness about the Paralympic movement in Europe. In 2017 she was a recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Young Leaders Award. Earlier this summer she once again...2021-10-1141 min
The Big Vag Energy PodcastWomen & Body Image: Ming Bridges*Content Warning* Today's episode discusses eating disorders and suicide which may be triggering for some tuning in.
Today we are talking about Women and Body Image and we are so lucky to have spoken to Ming Bridges who is a singer-songwriter turned fashion entrepreneur to her sustainable fashion rental company, Rentadella. She is passionate about helping others feel beautiful in their own skin through her advocacy work in the mental health and eating disorder sphere, as a content creator and public speaker on panels. Ming enjoys creating fun and insightful content for brands that align with her p...2021-08-301h 09
The Big Vag Energy PodcastViolence Against Women*Content Warning* Today’s episode is on Violence Against Women. We will be discussing sexual harassment, domestic violence and first hand accounts with the aim to bring much needed attention to this heartbreaking issue.
Episode Notes:
Britney Spears Testimony: https://variety.com/2021/music/news/britney-spears-full-statement-conservatorship-1235003940/?fbclid=IwAR0KK7epYEbxqAtLnu7A4YoxA1nQcleF-TIvka7fmi2dL7PRUdlN0lm0iIA
Canadian Construction Podcast: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/construction-podcast-defamation-lawsuit-1.6056016
Respect UK https://www.respect.uk.net/pages/12-donate
Yorkshire Children’s Centre: https://yorkshirechildrenscentre.org.uk/get-involved/dona...2021-07-1252 min
The Big Vag Energy PodcastWomen In Music: Jess CamilleriJess Camilleri - @jess.camilleri
Our Insta - @thebigvagenergypod
Our Email - thebigvagenergypodcast@gmail.com2021-07-0149 min
The Big Vag Energy PodcastThe Female LoadToday we’re talking about the ‘female load’ also known as the ‘emotional load’ which is the responsibility women face in relationships with the constant cycle of having to think, plan and organise their domestic life that can often feel like a lot of thankless work. A vast majority of women seem to be the ones who have to deal with the “worry work” of the household. Whether it’s planning meals, organising the social calendar, doing the grocery shopping, housework….the list goes on. We seem to be the ones constantly picking up the slack and keeping the ship afloat, despit...2021-06-2129 min
The Big Vag Energy PodcastWomen In MediaToday we’re going to do a deep dive into women in the media. We’re going to chat about the way women are still depicted in television and film today and unpack why that is and we’re also going to take a look at the double standards that female celebs still face.
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Films we recommend watching: Moxie, Hidden Figures, On The Basis Of Sex, Little Fires Everywhere, Girl Boss, Framing Britney Spears, Big Little Lies.2021-06-0732 min
The Mental Health Podcast#mhTV episode 34 - Arts, performance and the emotional aspects of nursingWelcome to episode 34 [originally broadcast on Wednesday 27 January 2021] of #mhTV. Presenters Vanessa Garrity and Nicky Lambert were joined by guests Fiona Bastow and Dr Alex Mermikides to talk about arts, performance and the emotional aspects of nursing.
Fiona is a nurse and lecturer in adult nursing at Edinburgh Napier University. Before embarking on her nursing career, Fiona studied for an arts degree in Drama, and she draws on these skills in her educational role. She is committed to influencing nursing education in order to engage students in high quality teaching and assessment strategies within the contemporary education and the clinical...2021-01-2847 minThis Classical LifeJess Gillam with... Alex WoolfJess Gillam and composer Alex Woolf share some of the sounds they love, including music by John Adams and Tom Waits, and Imelda Staunton singing Sondheim.
Playlist:
John Adams - City Noir – I. The City and its Double (St Louis Symphony, David Robertson)
Leroy Anderson - The Waltzing Cat
Britten - Serenade for Tenor, Horn & Strings – Sonnet (Peter Pears, Barry Tuckwell, LSO, Benjamin Britten)
De Falla - Siete Canciones; I. El pano moruno (Arr. Efraín Oscher) (Avi Avital)
Sondheim - Losing My Mind (from Follies) (Imelda Staunton)
David Maslanka - A Child’s Garden of Dreams; I.There is a deser...2021-01-2328 min
Best Friend Weekend PodcastRisk It AllSome people are just so ready to RISK IT ALL!!! Aldo NICE, Rog Smuve and Los aka C.A.P. linked up to talk about these folks and everything you need to know about the week that was… Rumble Williams started things off with his take on fantasy football (01:00) which gave us a chance to give our two cents on the subject as well. Next, Aldo let us know What Burned His Boudin this week including football TV ratings (08:00), people who ‘called it’ (11:00) and asking questions with the Zoom camera off (15:00). After some talk about hyphenated last names (20:00), we discussed who ex...2020-09-181h 16
Samurai DelEnergized ft. Anja Kotar"Energized" featuring @anjakotar
Mixed by Alex Lawrence
Mastered by Matthew Wolk
Saxophone by Hunter Gillam2020-07-0704 min
The Shrewsbury Biscuit PodcastThe Shrewsbury Biscuit Podcast: The Mayor - Phil GillamOur Mayor Phil Gillam has not had the easiest year in his position, but he still had that charisma and charm that he always seems to have when AL spoke to him this week. When Phil was last fully featured on The Biscuit, he had just become Mayor and he was adjusting to the role.
After what has been an extraordinarily turbulent 2020 we still had so many amazing highlights of Phil's year as Mayor to go over. From his Mayor Making Ceremony, to the launch of Shrewsbury Monopoly at The Prison, to the Flower Show, The Beatles...2020-07-0351 minThis Classical LifeJess Gillam with... Alex BaranowskiJess Gillam and composer Alex Baranowski swap tracks and share the music they love, with Philip Glass Koyaanisqatsi, Yevgeny Kissin playing Schubert, Goldfrapp and Mazzy Star.Tracks we listened to today...Philip Glass – Koyaanisqatsi
The Western Wind Vocal Ensemble, Michael RiesmanAntonio Vivaldi - Nisi Dominus (mvt 1 nisi dominus)
Philippe Jaroussky (countertenor), Ensemble Matheus, Jean-Christophe SpinosiGoldfrapp - Lovely HeadFranz Schubert - Fantasy in C major D.760 (Wandererfantasie) for piano
Yevgeny Kissin (piano)Ravel - Melodies Hebraiques, No1 Kaddisch
Raphael Wallfisch (cello) Raphael Wallfisch (conductor) BBC NO...2020-03-3026 min
The Shrewsbury Biscuit PodcastCrumbs: Shropshire Young Thinkers Awards 2020We covered the Shropshire Young Thinkers Awards 2020, which was put together by Morris & Co. Around 400 children aged 7-12 entered the competition where the mission was to design an emblem that linked Charles Darwin to Shrewsbury.
This was the finals. The judges had managed to get 400 entries down to just 20 and out of those 20, there would be a few "highly recommended winners" who won their design printed onto a tea towel and a blown up image of their design. Then there was the winner, who's design would fly as a flag above UCS, The Morris Building and be...2020-02-0817 min
The Shrewsbury Biscuit PodcastCrumbs: HSBC National Cyclocross ChampionshipsJulie popped by the HSBC National Cyclocross Championships, which was being held at The Sports Village in Shrewsbury and for anyone that knows cycling it is a big deal.
Listen to Jules as she walks around the event finding people to talk to, including Olympic Gold Medalist Dani Rowe, The Mayor Phil Gillam and some of the competitors that were warming up.
A special shout out goes to Sian from Lincolnshire who came in last place but was full of positive energies, we loved that.
2020-01-1724 min
The Shrewsbury Biscuit PodcastCrumbs: Monopoly LaunchWe were lucky enough to go to the Monopoly launch at the Dana, where we got to interview a few people including: Graham Barnes (6 Star PR), The ladies from Shropshire Cat Rescue, Lauren Watkins (The Dana Prison) and Naomi Atkin (Lingen Davies).
We also got to speak to the Mayor, Phil Gillam while he played the first ever game of the Shrewsbury Edition of Monopoly.
Thanks to everyone that spoke to us, we made some great content I'm sure our listeners will enjoy.
"Crumbs" is our new way of sharing our "in the f...2019-11-2021 min
The Shrewsbury Biscuit PodcastThe Shrewsbury Biscuit Podcast Episode 32AL and Shane have the honour of speaking to Shrewsbury Mayor Phil Gillam.
Phil has a long history in the world of journalism, he is also the author to a number of books. Shrewsbury has a Mayor that has a devout love for the town and his passion shines through during this podcast.
We discuss what plans our Mayor has for the town, in way of bringing what sounds like a fantastic Beatles weekend in September. As well as what the life of a young journalist in "the old days" as Phil puts it.
2019-07-081h 14