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eli b. talkin'Who's Smashing the Patriarchy?Jeremy Stockdale is on a mission to create Gender Unity through Gender Advocacy because he believes we need - and deserve - more purposeful, inclusive and responsible leaders. Contact Jeremy: jeremy@ylead.co.uk linkedin.com/in/jeremy-stockdale ylead.co.uk/ ================================= If you have an idea for a guest or topic, let's talk about it: tellmemore@neoconnections.com.au neoconnections.com.au
2025-10-071h 12
wo0 podOn Wednesdays, We Smash the Patriarchy! Unpacking Male Allyship With Jeremy Stockdale"We know we've got to be assertive and tough and confident, but you don't want to be too assertive because it'll be called bossy. And you don't want to be too tough because then you'll be called a bitch." – Jeremy StockdaleWelcome back to wo0 pod, the unapologetic space where women refuse to be told what to wear or how to run their businesses. Hosted by Wendy Gannon (aka wo0), this podcast is part of Female Five Million—a movement designed to smash outdated norms, shift the narrative, and build a future where women own their space with...
2025-05-0944 min
Good Girl Deprogramming26 - Smashing the Patriarchy, One Post at a Time with Jeremy StockdaleEpisode 26 - Smashing the Patriarchy, One Post at a Time with Jeremy StockdaleJeremy is the CEO and founder of Ylead, a leadership consultancy launched in 2020 to champion a more data-driven and human-led approach to developing leaders with purpose. Drawing on over two decades of experience in the banking industry, Jeremy brings a wealth of expertise from leading large, diverse, and multi-functional teams across the UK and Africa.Jeremy began his career at Barclays, working in branch roles before quickly progressing into strategic, operational, and customer-facing leadership positions. After earning his MBA with Distinction, he...
2025-04-1236 min
Dads InterruptedSmashing the Patriarchy: Leading with Self-Awareness and Emotional Intelligence with Jeremy StockdaleIn this episode of Dad's Interrupted, we dive into a thought-provoking conversation with leadership coach Jeremy, known for his bold stance on smashing the patriarchy and rethinking traditional leadership paradigms. Jeremy opens up about his journey from corporate leadership to embracing a more inclusive, values-driven approach to both his work and personal life—centered on emotional intelligence and challenging restrictive masculinity.Throughout the episode, we explore:Smashing the Patriarchy: Jeremy reflects on how his daughter’s t-shirt with the phrase "On Wednesdays We Smash the Patriarchy" sparked a personal transformation. This became a rallying cry for his...
2025-03-0655 min
The HisTerical Society Feminist PodcastSmash the Patriarchy with Jeremy Stockdale - Manterruptions, Mansplaining, and Male tendenciesWe discuss male tendencies that hold women back with Jeremy Stockdale, Owner of Ylead, gender ally, and originator of the "Smash the Patriarchy" Wednesday posts on LinkedIn. We discuss the various Man- terms and tendencies that Men have adopted due to societal pressures. We learn why they affect women in a negative way in the workplace, but also in family and other relationships. It's so refreshing to hear a man acknowledge these inequitable male tendencies. And his British accent doesn't hurt either! ;)He shares a wealth of great tips and recommendations: Book links: Everyday Sexism by Laura B...
2024-04-1241 min
FirstWomanSuccess Stories from Professional WomenGender equality doesn't mean fewer rights for men. It's not a cake!A Success Story from a Professional Man....because equality is about inclusivity!
Why aren't there more men like you Jeremy??
Jeremy Stockdale, CEO of Ylead, spent, by his own admission, 50 years thinking he was one of the good guys when it came to gender equality. And then with the help of his daughter, a T-shirt and a few good books on the subject he realised he had got it wrong.
If you haven't heard of Jeremy, try searching LinkedIn for "On Wednesday we Smash the Patriarchy" It's the platform Jeremy...
2024-04-0947 min
Tea with TE: She Who LeadsGender Allyship & Tackling "Manterruptions" with Jeremy StockdaleTerri interviews Jeremy Stockdale, CEO and Founder of Ylead. Jeremy gives our listeners a new perspective on She Who Leads- not only as our first male guest- on tackling how to practice what you preach and embody what it means to be a true Gender Ally.
2023-11-2844 min
yLeadPursuit of Passion - ft. Jack JensenIn this episode, we will be discussing the pursuit of passion with one of our Rangatira conference guest speakers, Jack Jensen. Jack is from Misfit Productions and lives out his passions every single day so who better to speak to as we pursue our passions as well. Have a listen to his advice and tips throughout this episode as Bel Yorston sits down and has a chat with Jack!
Jack’s social links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msft_productions/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MSFTProductions/?timeline_context_item_type=intro_card_work&ti...
2022-11-1139 min
yLeadStepping Out in Courage - Episode 5 - ft. Dr Trudy LinIn this latest episode of our Stepping Out in Courage podcast series, Bel Yorston speaks with 2022 SA Young Australian of the Year, Dr Trudy Lin. Trudy's courageous work in special needs dentistry is truly inspiring and motivating. She has a plethora of knowledge and wisdom to share so take a listen and hear what she has to say about Stepping Out in Courage. If you have a question to ask Trudy or want to know how to get in touch, head to her socials using the links below!
Trudy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trudysmile.net_/
2022-11-0328 min
yLeadRoad to Rangatira - ep.2- ft. Todd Storey & Mela KolibasogaBel Yorston sits down with two Rangatira graduates and NZ yTeam superstars, Todd Storey & Mela Kolibasoga. They share what their journey was like, what lessons they took out of the conference, what surprised them, and some advice for those attending Rangatira. If you have any questions or thoughts spring to mind whilst listening to this episode, feel free to reach out and ask us! Shoot us an email or head to our website for more Rangatira information.
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/ylead/
Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/yLead
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2022-09-1223 min
yLeadStepping Out in Courage - Episode 4 - ft. Mandy DanteFlourish Girl CEO, Mandy Dante, sat down with yLead CEO, Bel Yorston, to talk about how we can step out in courage every day. Mandy shares valuable advice and tips that she took from her journey to help us all reach the heights we aspire to get to. Tune in to hear all the info and see how we can step out in courage from Mandy!
If you have any questions or thoughts when listening through this podcast, feel free to reach out to Mandy and share them with her!
Flourish Girl Instagram: https...
2022-09-0125 min
yLeadRoad to Rangatira - ep.1 - ft. Eliot Fenton & Jack Smith-BallingallyLead CEO, Bel Yorston, sits down with two members of our NZ yTeam whānau and facilitators, Eliot Fenton and Jack Smith-Ballingall, to talk all things Rangatira 2022! Be sure to listen and hear exactly what conference is like, the growth that students go through from day 1 to day 3, and how Rangatira really sets the leaders up for a great year of leadership and impact!
If you want to register yourself or your students for Rangatira, head to our website here: https://ylead.com.au/events/rangatira/
2022-08-2328 min
yLeadStepping Out in Courage - Episode 3- ft. Sihle BhebheAltitude Day guest speaker Sihle 'Gugu' Bhebhe sits down with Bel Yorston and chats to us all about stepping out in courage and her journey to where she is right now. If you have any questions that go unanswered or you want to learn more about Sihle, feel free to follow her on socials and also listen to her 'More Life' and 'Rich Dreams' podcasts linked down below as well!
Sihle's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/gugu.sgb/
Sihle's LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/sihle-bhebhe-b02640223/
More Life Podcast- https...
2022-08-1822 min
yLeadStepping Out in Courage - Episode 2 - ft. Krushnadevsinh RavaljiGuest Speaker Krushnadevsinh 'Kano' Ravalji, youth and multicultural advocate, joined the Altitude Day Roadshow in seven locations across Australia. Kano's message of creating inclusive environments and connections empowered hundreds of young people, sparking action within their worlds. In this episode we asked Kano to share why he chooses courage, and how he does this each day.
If you want to apply to join the NZ yTeam community as a Rangatira mentor 2022, head to our website HERE: https://ylead.com.au/rangatira-mentor-application/
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2022-08-0921 min
yLeadStepping Out in Courage - Episode 1 - ft. Thenu HerathGuest speaker Thenu Herath, CEO of Oaktree, joined us at Altitude Day Melbourne. Thenu is no stranger to the yLead community, having connected and volunteered with us for many years. Thenu’s impact in the worlds she is involved in, is possible because she chooses to step out in courage each day. We asked Thenu all about stepping out in courage, check out what she had to say!
2022-08-0219 min
yLeadyLead | Captains & Poets: Educators Webinar - How can we bring leadership into the classroom?Captains & Poets (Canada) teamed up with yLead (Australia) to allow educators to have a discussion on how we can incorporate or introduce leadership in the classroom. We had a panel of educators who shared their wisdom, advice, and experiences on how they have already done this at their schools. It was super valuable to have educators from all across Australia and Canada join us to share in this experience!
If you would like to watch the Webinar video, head to our YouTube to put names to faces: https://youtu.be/Bk9dO-GUJdA
2022-07-0644 min
A Journey with Bernie7. John Slattery - Service Is Not A Dirty Word... It's a Pathway to Happiness!Don’t Google the name. You are not likely to find it, yet in my eyes this man is a rare, uncommon, everyday saint. It’s not because of great organisations he has built or millions of people he has impacted, it is because of his way of life that serves everyday people on a daily basis. I watched John Slattery for years give his time and energy to thousands of young people who were just searching for a listening ear. He gave it to them willingly, joyfully and with wisdom. He was instrumental in laying down the cultural and s...
2022-06-0752 min
The Everyday Greatness Podcast hosted by Barnaby HowarthSeason 4 - Episode 9: Not being a tool at schoolOn episode 9 of Everyday Greatness, Barnaby will speak to CEO of youth leadership group – yLead -Belinda Yorston & 2016 school captain at The Hills Grammar School - Cooper Lee about how the value we bring to the world as our REAL selves is often underestimated, but it is who we REALLY are that is going to change the world
To listen go to everydaygreatness.com.au or wherever you get your podcasts and look for the episode titled "Not being a TOOL at school"
2022-01-131h 01
yLeadLeading your authentic self: Building trust and rewarding courage at Our Lady of Sacred Heart CollegeDina Oro (Deputy Principal for Student Wellbeing) and Grace Bowles (2020 Graduate) join our CEO Bel Yorston in a fun conversation about Leadership.
Dina Oro discusses her success in working with her students, her open door policy and how important it is as an educator and Deputy Principal to help students find confidence in themselves.
2020 College Captain, Grace opens up about her own self doubt, what ASLC allowed her to discover about herself and what were the actions she put into place upon her return to ASLC.
This is the final episode in The...
2021-12-1524 minyLeadLeaving a Legacy; Setting expectations for your leadership team with Canterbury CollegeGreg Wacker (Head of Centre for Entrepreneurship and Leadership) & Nick Murphy (2021 School Captain and 2021 ASLC Participant) from Canterbury College join our CEO Bel Yorston to speak about all things leadership and legacy.
Listen to Greg as he breakdowns his 3 important guidelines of leadership, the rules he sets out for his student leaders (including his golden rule) and the many ideas that participants have brought back from ASLC.
2021 School Captain Nick also discusses what to expect in the year of leading the school, including setting realistic expectations, what he would tell School executives all while going...
2021-11-2924 minyLeadYoung leaders are our future: A conversation with Deputy Principal, St John's Anglican CollegeRobern Hinchliffe and Zoe Meredith-Brown sit down with our CEO Bel Yorston to discuss their latest leadership lessons. Hear Robern's insights on how to build resilience in young people, and how she brings the best out of the Student Leaders of St John's Anglican College. You'll also listen to Zoe's reflection of the most memorable leadership legacies from her time at school, and how it has prepared her for life outside of school.
2021-11-1224 min
yLeadASLC - The Australian Student Leadership Conference - What to expect at yLead's 3 Day Conference! (Part 2)yLead CEO, Bel Yorston sits down with 4 incredible leaders and previous ASLC graduates to help you unpack what ASLC looks like and feels like! Highlighting/Previewing/Preparing you for what to expect through the eyes of participants who have attended the Australian Student Leadership Conference.
This is part 2 of a 2 part conversation with:
Josh Mitchell; 2019 Graduate, College Captain
Declan Baker; 2020 Graduate, Co-Curricular Captain
George Conlon; 2018 Graduate, House Captain
Danielle Reed; 2020 Graduate, Co-College Captain
ASLC Mentor Applications are now open and close Sunday 14th November, 2021!
Early Bird Registrations close Su...
2021-11-0415 minyLeadASLC - The Australian Student Leadership Conference - What to expect at yLead's 3 Day Conference! (Part 1)yLead CEO, Bel Yorston sits down with 4 incredible leaders and previous ASLC graduates to help you unpack what ASLC looks like and feels like! Highlighting/Previewing/Preparing you for what to expect through the eyes of participants who have attended the Australian Student Leadership Conference.
This is part 1 of a 2 part conversation with:
Josh Mitchell; 2019 Graduate, College Captain
Declan Baker; 2020 Graduate, Co-Curricular Captain
George Conlon; 2018 Graduate, House Captain
Danielle Reed; 2020 Graduate, Co-College Captain
ASLC Mentor Applications are now open and close Sunday 14th November, 2021!
Early Bird Registrations close S...
2021-11-0115 min
yLeadAustralian Student Leadership Conference 2022 - TRAILEREvery year yLead facilitates The Australian Student Leadership Conference (ASLC). A transformative three day residential conference that skills and empowers hundreds of student leaders across Australia. Since its humble beginnings in 1991 (QLD), ASLC is ever evolving and is now hosted in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Townsville and has a relative in New Zealand called 'Rangatira'.
Often referred to as 'life-changing' and 'hard to describe', we want to thank Kenn Santos for putting together a real representation of the impact of ASLC.
Find out more at www.ylead.com.au/aslc
2021-09-2803 min
The Everyday Greatness Podcast hosted by Barnaby HowarthSeason 4 - Episode 9: Intro – Not being a tool at schoolOn episode 9 of Everyday Greatness, Barnaby will speak to CEO of youth leadership group – yLead -Belinda Yorston & 2016 school captain at The Hills Grammar School - Cooper Lee about how the value we bring to the world as our REAL selves is often underestimated, but it is who we REALLY are that is going to change the world
To listen go to everydaygreatness.com.au or wherever you get your podcasts and look for the episode titled "Not being a TOOL at school"
2021-08-3100 min
TWO CENTSEpisode 12 - Setting SAILJoin SEA as we embark on the journey of being School Captains through 2021. Joined by our yLead mentors, in this episode we discuss our overarching theme for the year, SAIL.
2021-02-2621 min
The True To You PodcastBecome the leader you want to be with Bel Yorston"It's amazing to see how those skills that you have, shift and change and you can apply them to anything, but when you have passion behind it the momentum is ten-fold"
Today's guest is Bel Yorston - CEO of yLead, a not for profit association that empowers 30,000 young people annually.
Bel believes in the potential of people and has a deep seeded passion for the work she does at yLead, believing that our world needs more leaders than it ever has before.
Her career journey has thrown her from following a passion of...
2019-08-1851 min