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Join Michelle as she unveils a revealing discussion in this special bonus episode focused on personal growth and the critical choices one must make regarding interpersonal relationships. Highlighting the powerful notion that "not everyone gets to come along for the ride," Michelle challenges listeners to re-evaluate the company they keep. By delving into the science of social influence and highlighting how individual ambition and energy levels can be shaped by one's environment, Michelle advocates for the idea that personal growth sometimes necessitates letting go of certain relationships.
This episode unpicks the intricacies of evolving social circles, encouraging listeners to be selective about whom they choose to surround themselves with. Through relatable anecdotes from her construction workdays and beyond, Michelle underscores the importance of setting boundaries to protect oneâs energy. She discusses the concept of mirror neurons and how negative influences can hinder growth, stressing that distancing oneself from such environments doesnât mean severing social ties entirely. Instead, Michelle offers a fresh perspective on gradually shifting attention towards new, more uplifting circles that align with oneâs current ambitions and interests. The narrative is both supportive and practical, leaving auditors with actionable strategies to nurture a more fulfilling personal and professional life.
Key Takeaways:Social Influence: The people you surround yourself with significantly influence your thoughts, emotions, and aspirations. Choose wisely.Boundaries Matter: Protecting your energy is key to leadership and personal development; it's not selfish but necessary.Growth and Relationships: Personal development might require re-evaluating and possibly losing old friendships that no longer align with your path.New Circles = New Opportunities: Engaging with new, supportive communities not only fosters growth but opens doors to unforeseen possibilities.Mindful Evolution: Personal growth demands a mindful approach to evolving, allowing space for new connections and opportunities.Notable Quotes:"Not everyone is going to get to come along for the ride.""If you spend time with people that are complaining all the time, your brain says, oh, that's what we're doing now, and joins in a little bit.""Growth means friction. So when you level up...it might make people around you feel really uncomfortable.""People don't generally do business with people they don't know.""Growth requires editing. Not everyone gets to stay, and that doesn't make you heartless."Resources:Podcast Website: She Who Dares WinsNewsletter Signup & Merch Info: Subscribe for updates & ShopPromo Code for Merch: Use code pod10 for a discount.Patreon: Access exclusive content like bonus videos by supporting the show on Patreon.Youtube - She who dares wins podcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP:84 (Re-post) Cold Water Swimming: How it can transform your life, With Gilly McArthur
Gilly MacArthur, a cold water swim coach, shares her transformative journey into the world of cold water swimming and the mental and physical benefits it offers. She encourages listeners to start their own cold water experience, emphasising that anyone can participate regardless of swimming ability or body shape.
Gilly highlights the power of leaning into the cold and how it can positively impact other areas of life. She also discusses her background in climbing and the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated industry. Gilly's passion for getting new people into cold water is evident, and she continues to inspire and change lives.
0:00:00 â Gilly McAuthur became a cold water swim coach.
0:03:13 â Gilly shares the benefits of getting into cold water.
0:09:54 â Cold water swimming has gained popularity and a sense of community.
0:12:53 â Starting with a cold shower is a good way to begin.
0:20:56 â Cold water swimming stimulates the brain like drugs.
0:25:17 â The benefits of regular cold water exposure and blunting the cold shock response.
0:29:08 â The importance of reconnecting with nature and being present.
0:34:09 â Cold water immersion is transformative for both men and women.
0:44:16 â Gilly faced sexism and objectification in the climbing industry.
0:55:45 â Just start in whatever way it is for you.
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EP:83 Bonus: How Manifestation and Positive Thinking will change your life: It's all in the Science.
In this enlightening bonus episode of the "Shoe Dares Wins" podcast, hosted by Michelle, the focus shifts to understanding the power of manifestation and positive thinking. While Michelle confesses her initial skepticism, she delves into the concept from a scientific perspective, exploring how mindset, neuroscience, and psychology play crucial roles in turning dreams into reality. Motivated by her brother's suggestion and her curiosity sparked by Napoleon Hill's book "Think and Grow Rich," Michelle sets out on a journey to unpack the mechanisms of the brain's role in achieving goals.
The episode navigates through various elements that underpin the practice of manifestation, including the reticular activating system, neuroplasticity, and dopamine's impact on motivation. Michelle explores how these elements can rewire the brain's pathways and facilitate success when coupled with a positive mindset. She emphasizes the importance of specificity in goal-setting, highlighting the need to replace vague aspirations with concrete, achievable targets. Throughout the episode, Michelle shares compelling examples of successful women who have embraced manifestation, such as Oprah Winfrey, Sarah Blakely, and Lady Gaga, showcasing how conviction and focused desire can lead to remarkable achievements.
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đą Subscribe for more stories of fearless women breaking the rules!Key Takeaways:Understand the scientific basis of manifestation, including key components like the reticular activating system and neuroplasticity.Specificity and clarity in goal-setting are crucial for effective manifestation.Positivity and belief in one's capabilities can profoundly influence success.Daily affirmations and visualizations can reinforce self-belief and goal achievement.Persistence and faith in yourself are essential, especially during challenging times.
Notable Quotes:"It's not the world that changes around you; it is you changing.""Every time I walk into the studio to record or do whatever, it's a reminder of why I'm here.""Set a goal and start visualizing it.""Your brain is like high fiving you when you think like a winner.""It's not about wishing; it's about focused desire and faith in yourself."
Resources:Book: "Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon HillNapoleon Hill's principles: Desire, Faith, Auto-suggestion, PersistenceEpisodes and exclusive content available on PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP:82 Becoming a Leader: From the Cockpit, Captain Emma Henderson's Mission to Redefine Leadership
In this riveting episode of Shoe Dares Wins, Michelle welcomes Emma Henderson, an inspiring figure in aviation who defied conventional paths to become a successful pilot and charity founder. Emma shares captivating stories from her unconventional journeyâleading from a fascination with flight to eventually captaining commercial airliners for EasyJet. With tales of challenges and resilience, Emma unpacks her daring steps into a male-dominated industry and speaks about the critical mindset needed to achieve such ambitions.
Emma discusses her remarkable pivot during the COVID-19 pandemic, turning uncertainty into action by founding Project Wingman. This charity mobilized furloughed airline staff to support NHS workers, showcasing Emma's profound belief in community service. Through this episode, listeners get a glimpse into her insights on leadership, decision-making, and the importance of authenticity. Emma emphasizes moving past societal norms and self-doubt to realize one's potential and lead a fulfilling life.
Key Takeaways:Emma Henderson navigated from being a history graduate and military spouse to becoming a trailblazing commercial pilot and airline captain.The COVID-19 pandemic propelled Emma into founding Project Wingman, a charity that repurposed the skills of aviation professionals to support NHS staff.Leadership and decision-making are integral parts of Emma's philosophy, emphasizing the importance of listening, adaptability, and accountability.Emma's adventures with EasyJet outlined the revolutionary business practices that challenged traditional airline models and inspired her own entrepreneurial mindset.Personal and professional growth often come from daring to defy conventions, taking ownership of failures, and continuously learning from diverse experiences.Notable Quotes:"I think my whole life has been daring and winning, really.""There's no right way round to do things. There's only the right way round for you to do it.""Leaders provide the vision, they're there to guide and steer the ship.""I just want to make other people's worlds better. I want to leave the world better than I found it."đ„ Want More? Get Exclusive Bonus Episodes!
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Vanessa Ruck, also known as "The Girl on a Bike," is an esteemed motorcycling and endurance racing enthusiast who has made remarkable strides in the extreme sports world despite facing life-altering challenges. Initially drawn into the world of motorbiking post a significant accident in 2014, Vanessa has since become a symbol of resilience and determination. She has completed some of the worldâs most grueling desert endurance races and has a strong presence on social media, where she inspires others with her incredible recovery journey and adventures. Vanessa also conducts motivational school programs to instill positivity and perseverance in future generations.
Episode Summary:In this captivating episode of the Shoe Dares Wins podcast, host Michelle converses with Vanessa Ruck, exploring Vanessa's inspiring journey from a life-altering accident to becoming a powerhouse in the world of endurance motorcycle racing. They delve into Vanessaâs triumph over physical and mental challenges, her unexpected introduction to motorbiking post-recovery, and the pivotal role this played in shaping her current career. Highlighting her relentless spirit, Vanessa recounts how the 2014 accident transformed her life, leading to seven surgeries and a complete lifestyle overhaul, eventually driving her to conquer some of the toughest desert races globally.The episode emphasizes Vanessaâs participation in the grueling Africa Eco Race, portraying it as a testament to her indomitable will and physical endurance. Alongside tales of personal achievements, the discussion captures the stark realities of race conditions and the profound mental and emotional fortitude required to excel in such demanding sports. Vanessa also shares her personal growth journey, revealing how her participation in these extreme sportsâas a woman in a dominantly male environmentâhas made waves not only in her life but also inspiring thousands who follow her story in the broader community.
Key Takeaways:Resilience and Recovery: Vanessa's story highlights the power of perseverance in the face of adversity, showing her journey from a debilitating accident to completing major endurance races.Navigating Challenges: The importance of adapting to change and finding alternative passions is emphasized as Vanessa transitioned from extreme sports like kite surfing to embracing motorbiking.Trailblazing in Motorsport: Vanessa's achievements in the male-dominated world of endurance racing underscore her role as a pioneering female figure in motorsport.Mental Strength and Coping: Her experiences illustrate the critical role of mental resilience and the strategies employed to overcome fear and trauma.Inspirational Pursuits: Vanessa continues to inspire with her social media presence and motivational speaking, encouraging others to pursue their dreams despite obstacles.đ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shewhodareswins/membership (Bonus episodes for less than a coffee a month!)
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In this episode of She Who Dares Wins, we sit down with Joanna Wilson â Cambridge grad, head of operations at Niall Wilson Gymnastics, and the quiet powerhouse behind a fast-growing movement to make gymnastics more fun, more inclusive, and way less obsessed with perfection.
From outworking everyone in school to learning leadership on the fly, Joanna talks openly about burnout, boundary-setting, building a business with her brother, and why sheâs done with the toxic pursuit of "perfect."
If youâve ever doubted whether youâre qualified enough, strong enough, or experienced enough to lead â this oneâs your wake-up call.
Key Takeaways:Hard work beats the highlight reel. Joanna credits her success to pure graft â not glossy plans or overnight wins.Leadership isnât earned by years, itâs earned by action. She stepped into a leadership role early, made mistakes, learned fast, and kept showing up.You canât grow a team by doing everything yourself. Joanna opens up about the danger of being the fixer and why letting go is essential to growth.Perfection is a myth â especially for women in male-dominated or performance-driven spaces. Gymnastics might score you down from 10, but life doesnât have to.Working with family can be hard â but it can also build a legacy. Joanna shares the highs and lows of teaming up with her Olympic medalist brother.â±ïž Timestamps:0:20 â How sibling rivalry led Joanna to academia (and beating her brother in her own lane)1:38 â The hard-graft mindset that got her into Cambridge4:45 â From grad scheme to social media and diving into operations5:55 â The accidental start of a personal brand (and YouTube lockdown chaos)9:46 â Building a legacy with family: The business behind Niall Wilson Gymnastics13:06 â Why she's determined to change how gymnastics is taught and perceived17:55 â The damaging psychology of chasing âperfectâ in sport â and in life21:35 â Leading a team with little experience: âIâm learning on the job, and thatâs okay.â26:24 â Setting boundaries as a young female leader (and the guilt that comes with it)33:13 â The real bottleneck in UK gymnastics: coaches and capacity36:15 â Shifting coaching from hobby to full-time career path37:11 â From northern state school to Cambridge: imposter syndrome and holding your own40:51 â The one skill Cambridge taught that shaped everything: learning how to work hardđ„ Want More? Get Exclusive Bonus Episodes!
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EP: 79 How to Stop Making Excuses and Start Achieving Your Goals
Are you stuck in the cycle of waiting for the 'right moment' to chase your dreams? This episode dives deep into why we make excuses and provides actionable strategies to overcome procrastination and finally achieve your goals. Host Michelle shares her honest experiences from a 17-year construction career, coupled with powerful insights from inspiring guests who've boldly stepped beyond their fears to create impactful lives.
Key Takeaways:Why Perfect Timing is a Myth: Understand the illusion of "perfect timing" and how it holds you back from taking meaningful action.Facing Fear: Learn to identify when fear disguises itself as rational excuses and how to compassionately confront and move past it.Taking Incremental Steps: Practical strategies for taking small, manageable actions without overwhelming yourself.Honest Self-Evaluation: Techniques for distinguishing genuine readiness from comfort-zone avoidance.The Power of Accountability: Real-life examples demonstrating how accountability transforms dreams into reality.Celebrating Progress: Why acknowledging small victories is crucial for sustained motivation and long-term success.Episode Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction: Welcome and episode overview.02:00 - Michelle's Personal Journey: Insights from Michelle's experience of prolonged procrastination in her career.06:30 - The Myth of Perfect Timing: Why waiting feels safe but ultimately prevents progress.09:45 - Inspirational Guest Highlights: Stories from Amanda, Jess, and Nicole about overcoming hesitation to take bold actions.14:30 - Action Steps: Detailed steps to help you overcome procrastination and fear.20:00 - The Role of Accountability: How accountability moved Michelle from dreaming to doing.23:00 - Celebrating Small Wins: Encouragement on recognizing your incremental achievements.25:00 - Closing Dare: Practical call to action for immediate personal growth.26:00 - Outro: How to engage further with the community.Check out Lara's story!
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From Firefighter to Female Mechanic: Hannahâs Story of Reinvention, Resilience & Risk
In this episode of She Who Dares Wins, Michelle sits down with Hannah Gordon, a former London firefighter, semi-professional athlete, and now a female mechanic and TV presenter, to talk about daring career pivots, mental resilience, and what it's really like to work in male-dominated industries.
From her first night shift during the London riots, to dealing with loss, burnout, and the collapse of her own business during the pandemic, Hannahâs journey is anything but ordinary. We talk about how she rebuilt her identity, why failure is non-negotiable when youâre forging your own path, and how sheâs navigating her next bold move.
What we cover:
Life inside the London Fire Brigade during crisisTransitioning from emergency services to automotive repairThe truth about being a woman in the car industryHow Hannah handled her business going underWhy chasing adrenaline can be both your power and your pressureFinding purpose after burnoutGetting into TV presenting, e-scooter racing, and classic car restorationAnd the importance of allowing yourself to start againâat any stageTimestamps
00:05 â From Pro Athlete Dreams to the London Fire Brigade
06:05 â First Night on the Job: London Riots and Culture Shock
08:40 â Coping With Trauma in Emergency Services
12:00 â The Wildest Firefighter Callouts (Yes, Curtain Rings Involved)
17:08 â Losing a Business in Lockdown: Hannahâs Honest Account
19:35 â Winning a World Championship and Closing a BusinessâIn One Weekend
22:01 â The Truth About Being a Woman in the Automotive Industry
If you're navigating a career shift, feeling stuck, or wondering if itâs too late to chase something newâthis conversation will hit home.
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EP:76 In this episode of She Who Dares Wins, Michelle sits down with Nicole, ex-Head Buyer for ASDA and Primark, who walked away from a dream job and paycheque to build a business on her own terms. Now the woman behind The Buyer and Retail Coach, Nicole supports female founders in the product space to go from side hustle to scaling success. They talk side-stepping into entrepreneurship, the myth of the âbig leap,â and why showing upâeven when itâs messyâmatters more than having it all figured out.
Key Timestamps:00:00 â 05:00
ⶠFrom Corporate Queen to Founder: Nicole shares why she left a secure, high-flying job in retail to follow her vision.
05:00 â 15:00
ⶠStart Smart, Not Reckless: The power of side-hustling, how most women ease into entrepreneurship, and the financial safety nets that matter.
15:00 â 25:00
ⶠConfidence, Customers & Community: Why showing up (even imperfectly) builds trust, and how emotional connection sells more than any product ever could.
25:00 â 35:00
ⶠRetail Is Changing â Are You?: Nicole breaks down live shopping, SMS marketing, and how brands can sell smarter without a huge budget.
35:00 â End
ⶠReality Check & Final Wisdom: Why running your own business is hardâbut worth it. And why regret should never be louder than your dreams.
Key Takeaways:You donât need to quit overnight. You can build while you earnâsmart moves over martyrdom.Most of Nicoleâs clients are women who start during maternity leave or burnout from corporate.Visibility + consistency = opportunity. The clients, press and deals come when you keep showing up.Your business isnât just productâitâs the emotion behind it. Build connection, not just inventory.Tech like live shopping and SMS is changing the game for small brands. You donât need a shop frontâjust a smartphone.You can absolutely do hard things. But firstâyou have to decide to start.Connect with Nicole:Instagram: @thebuyerandretailcoachPodcast: Start Scale Succeedđ„ Want More? Get Exclusive Bonus Episodes!
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EP:75 In this no-fluff bonus episode, Jess returns to talk about self-worth, confidence, andâoh yeahârescuing a falcon from a haunted asylum. đŠ đ» It's part therapy session, part action movie, with a healthy dose of straight-talking truth bombs about daring to be different and proving your worth in male-dominated spaces.
đ What We Cover:[00:00] The Billboard TestJess reveals her life motto: âDonât be a sheep. Be a lion.â Enough said.[01:00] Advice to Her 12-Year-Old SelfFrom a dark childhood to lessons in resilience, Jess opens up about the power of small acts of kindnessâand why she tells her younger self to keep going.[02:30] On Breaking Points & Turning Confidence OnMichelle and Jess dig into how confidence often starts from rock bottomâand the surprising fire hiding in quiet girls.[04:00] Do It Better Than a ManJess shares a badass falconry story about outsmarting "the best in the business"âand how to own your space even when you're underestimated.[06:30] Ghosts, Birds, and Bell TowersYes, really. Jess tells the unbelievable story of tracking a falcon into an abandoned asylum and meeting⊠kids that werenât really there?[09:00] The Dare: Flying a Bald Eagle Off a MountainJess sets her dare for the yearâand it involves a bald eagle, a mountain, and a camera strapped to a bird. Obviously.[11:00] How a Falcon Filmed Her Own Vlog (and Ghosted Jess)That time her falcon ditched the tracker, flew around Peterborough for five hours, then landed on her car like it owned the place.[11:45] Where to Find JessFollow Jess on Instagram at @falconsandfieldsports for more wild adventures, training insights, and behind-the-scenes falcon footage.đ„ Want More? Get Exclusive Bonus Episodes!
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EP:74 This week on She Who Dares Wins, Michelle sits down with Rebecca, a former emergency medicine consultant who swapped the chaos of A&E for the chaos of flower farming. (Spoiler: both involve long hours, tough calls, and a hell of a lot of resilience.)
Rebecca shares her story of daring to leave a "respectable" career to follow an unexpected passion for sustainable flower farming. From weeding at midnight with a head torch to founding Silver Gray Foliage, Rebeccaâs journey proves that success isnât about sticking to the script â itâs about writing your own.
We dive into:
Why walking away from a prestigious job isnât a failure â itâs power.How flower farming and medicine have more in common than you'd think.Building a business rooted (literally) in patience, resilience, and sustainable practices.The gritty truth about entrepreneurship â itâs not all wildflowers and sunshine.How to recognise your hidden skills (and why your Plan B might just be your best life)Rebecca doesnât just grow flowers â she grows freedom, and sheâs here to remind us that daring to pivot could be the most badass move you ever make.
Time Stamps
0:00 â Intro to Rebecca & her career switch
0:38 â From medicine to midnight weeding
2:30 â Early flower memories & first wedding project
4:30 â Nature as therapy & starting a business
7:30 â Building the farm and surviving Covid
10:30 â Challenges of growing naturally
15:00 â How nature balances itself
17:00 â The hidden cost of imported flowers
18:30 â True UK flower seasons
21:30 â Medicine vs flower farming: the surprising crossover
23:00 â Freedom, pressure, and working for yourself
25:00 â Advice for career pivots
30:00 â Skills that carry over from past careers
32:00 â Cultural pressures and redefining success
37:30 â Parenting, education, and encouraging choice
45:00 â Purpose over happiness in business
47:00 â Final reflections
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EP: 73 Welcome to a short and sweet bonus episode with Becca Worgan, the worldâs strongest natural woman (yep, sheâs literally lifting grown men overhead). If you havenât heard her full episode yet, go listen to that firstâthis woman doesnât just lift heavy, she drops wisdom like barbells.
In this bonus round, we hit quickfire questions⊠but of course, with Becca being Becca, the answers run deep. From body image to battling self-doubt to daring big again after injury, she brings the fire and the honesty.
Oh, and weâre throwing in a dare at the end. Naturally.
This oneâs for anyone who's ever felt "not enough" scrolling social mediaâthis chat will put steel back in your spine.
â±ïž Timestamps & Highlights0:00 â Intro from Michelle
Michelle sets the scene for this bonus ep, calls Becca a badass (accurate), and lets you know itâs time for a giggle and some gold.
0:53 â Quickfire Kickoff
Beccaâs billboard for the world? âComparison is a thief of joy.â A phrase worth tattooing on your mirror.
1:35 â Message to Her 12-Year-Old Self
âDonât let people you wouldnât swap lives with define your worth.â Mic drop. Plus: body image honesty that every woman needs to hear.
2:35 â Growing Up Female in a World of Filters
Body dysmorphia, social media, and why most of us feel like weâre not enoughâeven when we are.
3:10 â Beccaâs 12-Month Dare
The goal? Smash a 100kg axle overhead againâafter injury and fear nearly stole her confidence.
4:34 â Dare for Michelle
Strongwoman training challenge accepted. (And yep, itâs all on film. No backing out now.)
5:24 â Wrap-Up
Shoutout to Steel City Gym, building a sisterhood of strength in Middlesbrough. Michelle reflects on Beccaâs billboard message and shares her own struggles with comparisonâand why we all need to keep our eyes on our lane.
7:35 â Your Dare This Week
Stop comparing. Start celebrating your own damn wins. Even the tiny ones.
9:03 â Shop + Patreon Updates
The shopâs going seasonal, and Michelleâs giving 10% off to podcast listeners with code POD10. Plus, sneak peeks and bonus vlogs now live on Patreon.
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EP:72 What happens when two women leave behind corporate jobs, failed marriages, and boring 9-to-5's to build a female-only gym empire? You get Redefine â a Sheffield-based gym that's flipping the fitness industry on its head.
In this episode, I sit down with Liz and Rebekah, the founders of Redefine, to talk about building a space that actually works for women. No judgement, no egos, no token pink dumbbells in the corner. Just real talk, hard graft, and a hell of a lot of laughs.
We get into everything from:
Smashing outdated ideas about women in gymsThe nutrition myths they're sick of hearingWhy women train differently (spoiler: itâs not what you think)And what it really takes to grow a community-first business in a world built for men.This is one for every woman whoâs ever felt out of place in a gym, doubted herself in business, or wondered if itâs too late to start over.
Key Timestamps:00:00 â Their personal dare-to-win stories
03:00 â Leaving careers and marriages behind to start again
07:00 â Why female-only gyms are game-changing
16:00 â Mid-roll ad break suggestion
17:00 â The brutal truth about nutrition and why most advice is rubbish
30:00 â How their training style differs from traditional gyms
33:00 â The vision for their new 8,500 sq ft gym space
40:00 â Why creating this space is personal â and built from past struggles
47:00 â Their advice for women too nervous to start
Key Takeaways:Women donât need âspecialâ training plans â they need smarter, more efficient ones that respect their time and life load.Nutrition isnât complicated â but the industry loves to make it that way. Stop overthinking, start with the basics, and fuel your body properly.Confidence in the gym doesnât come from weight loss â it comes from showing up, lifting heavy, and proving to yourself what you can do.Building a women-only business isn't just about exclusion â it's about creating spaces where women actually feel seen, safe, and strong.If youâre waiting to "feel ready" â donât. Most of these women werenât ready when they started either. Courage comes after action, not before.đ„ Want More? Get Exclusive Bonus Episodes!
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Bonus Episode
Meg Holloway is back in the studio for the Dare Round â and she's not holding back. From perfectionism to parenthood, this one cuts straight to the heart of why so many women stay stuck. Expect mic drops, a few uncomfortable truths, and a very specific dare that left Michelle sweating a bitâŠ
Being a âgood girlâ wonât get you the life you really want. It might get you approval, gold stars, and polite applause â but freedom? Fulfilment? Hell no. That starts when you stop toeing the line and start asking the real question: What do I actually want?
đ„ In this episode:
The billboard quote Meg lives by: âIf nothing changes, nothing changes.âWhat sheâd say to her teenage self (spoiler: itâs not âjust believe in yourselfâ)Why little girls seek validation and boys build rocket shipsThe difference between a good girl and a real woman â and why weâre long overdue for an upgradeReframing "selfish" into self-ish â and why thatâs not a dirty wordWhy âtake messy actionâ should be your new mantraThe identity crisis that hits when the kids leave â and how to avoid itThe dare Meg gives Michelle (and itâs a big one đ)Why perfectionism is just fear in a fancier outfitđȘ Dares of the Day:
For You: Take messy action. One small, imperfect step. No big plans. No attachment to outcomes. Just do the damn thing.For Michelle: Host a She Who Dares Wins in-person event in the next 12 months. No more hiding behind the podcast mic, itâs time to show up.Ready to break free from the âgood girlâ conditioning?
Start by asking better questions. âWhat do I actually want?â is a damn good place to begin.
And if you're tired of sitting on your dreams because theyâre not âperfectâ yet, this episode is your permission slip to just start messy.
Listen now and tag us in your dare: @shewhodareswins
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đ BONUS EPISODE â If you need a laugh, a dose of wisdom, and a reminder that quiet strength is still strength⊠this oneâs for you.
Beaky is back in this 12-minute bonus episode where we cover:
What sheâd put on a billboard for the world to see đThe advice her 12-year-old self really neededWhy believing in yourself trumps talent (every. single. time.)The art of standing up for yourself without yellingWorms, lunch rules, and invisible superpowers (trust us, it makes sense)This is the kind of episode thatâll lift your spirits and remind you that being powerful doesnât always mean being loud. Sometimes it means being steely, stubborn, and showing up in tweed with a killer picnic.
đ„ Donât forget to check out Beakyâs full episode (Ep. 53) if you want to belly laugh your way through an hour of stories, sass, and serious life lessons.
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0:00 â Welcome to Bonus Thursday
Michelle tees up a hilarious 12-minute cut with Beakyâexpect banter, bold truths, and maybe even a little tea-snorting.
0:50 â What Would Beaky Put on a Billboard?
Spoiler: Itâs not âLive, Laugh, Love.â Itâs âHold Steadyââbecause not everything needs to be loud to be strong.
1:26 â What Her 12-Year-Old Self Needed to Hear
Confidence isnât a talentâitâs a choice. Beaky shares the life lesson she wishes someone told her sooner.
2:23 â Why Belief Beats Talent Every Time
Michelle and Beaky dive into the construction industryâs overconfident amateursâand what we can learn from them.
3:26 â The Dare for Other Women
You donât need to shout to stand tall. Quiet strength and calm boundary-setting are powerful AF.
4:46 â Beakyâs Superpower (Food. Always Food.)
If everything she touched turned into food, Beaky would be thriving. Alsoâworms named Tanya? You just have to hear it.
6:54 â The Real Superpower: Cutting People Off
Beaky and Michelle get real about friendship, female circles, and the bravery it takes to remove energy vampires.
9:32 â Whatâs Beakyâs 12-Month Dare?
Voiceover dreams, skydiving pasts, and a reminder that being âout of vogueâ might just mean itâs time to shake up the system.
12:33 â Beakyâs Fancy Fishing Friend Requirements
Want to fish with Beaky? You better bring tweed and a damn good lunch.
13:01 â Wrap-Up: Belly Laughs & Next Steps
Michelle signs off with a shoutout to Beakyâs full episode (Ep. 53) and a reminder that more bonus belly laughs are coming every Thursday.
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Roman Found: The Women Smashing Stereotypes in Metal Detecting & Treasure Hunting
This oneâs for anyone whoâs ever looked at a male-dominated space and thought, âNahâthis needs shaking up.â
Ellie and Lucie, aka Roman Found, didnât just pick up a metal detector during lockdown for a bit of funâthey accidentally unearthed a full-blown passion, a badass community, and a whole new way to tell the stories of the past.
What started as two cousins tagging along in muddy fields has turned into a creative movementâbringing history, storytelling, and a whole lot of girl power to a hobby people often assume is just old blokes in camouflage trousers.
We talk treasure laws, ancient finds, intuition, social media backlash, and what it really takes to build something meaningfulâwhen the world isnât quite expecting you to.
Whether you love history, collect weird hobbies, or just enjoy watching women unapologetically do their thingâthis episodeâs got something for you.
đŁ Hit subscribe for more women breaking norms and digging deeper (literally). And tell us in the commentsâwhatâs YOUR hidden treasure?
đ§ Also available on Spotify + all podcast platforms.
đ Timestamps:
00:00 â Intro: Meet Roman Found
02:30 â From Mudlarking to Metal Detecting
07:00 â Breaking Stereotypes in a Male-Dominated Hobby
12:15 â Treasure Laws, Land Permissions & Unwritten Rules
18:30 â The Magic of Finds: Iron Age Coins & Sixth Senses
24:50 â Community, Confidence & Creating Something Bigger
30:30 â The Hidden Work Behind Social Media Success
36:40 â Intuition, Storytelling & What Makes a Great Find
42:30 â Controversy, Comments & Coping with Visibility
48:10 â Finding Your Tribe (Even in a Field of Camouflaged Blokes)
53:00 â Future Dreams: Roman Hoards, Posy Rings & Building Legacy
In This Episode Youâll Learn:
â Why following your curiosity matters more than being âqualifiedâ
â How two creative women carved a niche in an unexpected world
â What people get wrong about metal detecting
â How passion, storytelling and community can turn any hobby into a movement
â That your intuition might just lead you to goldâliterally and metaphorically
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In this solo bonus episode, Michelle gets real about something most of us keep quiet: burnout.
Not the dramatic breakdown-in-the-shower kind. The silent, slow, invisible kind that creeps in while youâre still functioning, smiling, and showing up for everyone else. Michelle shares her personal story of ignoring the signs, navigating health anxiety, and eventually ending up in A&Eâonly to hear the words:
âYouâre not dying. Youâre just stressed.â
From gallstone drama to heart monitors and everything in between, this is an honest reflection on how burnout doesnât just hit hardâit hits quiet. And how slowing down, letting go of pressure, and learning to say no might just be the real comeback.
đ§ In this episode, Michelle shares:What burnout really looked like for her (it wasnât what youâd expect)The physical symptoms she ignored for monthsThe tipping point moment in A&EWhy so many women experience health anxiety post-kidsThe question one doctor asked that changed everythingHow she rebuilt her life, her business, and her boundariesAnd why she now works lessâwithout guiltđ„ Quotes from this episode:âI thought I was dying. Turns out, I was just completely burnt outâand ignoring every sign.ââThereâs nothing noble about bleeding out slowly in leggings.ââThat one question from that one doctor? It changed my whole life.â
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Think you need 10 years of experience to pivot into a new industry?
Charli jumped from law into music management with nothing but grit, Google, and vibesâand now sheâs built a career most people would dream of.
So no, youâre not âtoo lateâ or ânot qualified.â Youâre just playing it too safe.
This week on She Who Dares Wins, Michelle sits down with Charli â a woman who left the 'safe path' of law to throw herself into the chaos, creativity, and complete unpredictability of the music industry. With zero industry experience, Charli faked it âtil she made it (and then some), managing artists, running tours, and creating magic out of madnessâall while navigating a male-dominated world and eventually building her own company to help the next generation of artists.
If youâve ever questioned whether youâre âqualifiedâ to go after something completely different, this episode is your permission slip to throw the rulebook out the window
What Youâll Learn in This Episode:03:15 â The Law Career That Wasnât Meant to Be
Charli talks about studying law, the âgold starâ career path she was expected to follow, and the moment she realised it wasnât her dreamâit was someone elseâs.
07:42 â The Leap Into the Music Industry (With Zero Experience)
No contacts. No blueprint. Just guts. Charli shares how she blagged her way into artist management and learned on the fly.
13:58 â Burnout, Backlash, and Breaking the Mold
The dark side of managing artists, late nights, and the pressure to always be âon.â
20:30 â Making Space as a Woman in Music
Charli dishes on navigating a male-dominated industry, being underestimated, and the strength that comes from being underestimated on purpose.
27:45 â Reinventing Career & Life Post-Burnout
After the chaos came clarity. Charli talks about the personal reset that changed everythingâincluding her definition of success.
35:10 â Building Her Own Business
Why Charli stepped away from the industry machine and started her own thing, on her own terms.
42:02 â Motherhood Meets Ambition
How becoming a mum gave her even more fire to fight for freedom, flexibility, and female representation.
48:15 â Advice to Any Woman Wanting to Start Over
Charliâs no-nonsense take on switching paths, starting again, and backing yourselfâno matter how late you think it is.
53:27 â Michelleâs Takeaways + Outro
Michelle reflects on Charliâs journey and reminds us why permission is overrated.
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Episode Summary:
In this engaging bonus episode, Michelle welcomes Eva, who brings her unique perspective on resilience and venturing outside one's comfort zone. Eva reflects on lessons learned from her time on survival shows like "Alone," emphasizing the importance of mantras and facing fears. Despite discussing cliches such as "feel the fear and do it anyway," Eva highlights the transformative potential of embracing challenging experiences. Her insights encourage listeners to pursue personal growth and exciting opportunities through bravery and action.
Throughout the episode, Eva challenges Michelle with a dare, proposing a solo wild camping adventure. This challenge serves not only as personal growth for Michelle but also illustrates Eva's belief in the power of stepping beyond one's comfort zone. Further, Eva discusses her desire to expand her educational reach through a YouTube channel dedicated to bushcraft skills, hinting at future content that will inspire viewers to engage with the outdoors. The conversation touches on the importance of vulnerability, encouraging listeners to reflect on what it means to live authentically and courageously.
Key Takeaways:Embrace Fear: Eva emphasizes that personal growth often stems from challenging fear head-on.Dare to Dream: Encouragement to pursue even the most outlandish dreams is a recurring motif in Eva advice.The Power of Vulnerability: Eva and Michelle discuss the strategic nature of vulnerability, focusing on meaningful sharing within safe spaces.Outdoor Adventures: Eva proposes that outdoor experiences, like wild camping, provide unique opportunities for personal development.Content Creation Aspirations: Eva shares her goals to launch a YouTube channel to teach and inspire others about bushcraft.Notable Quotes:"This is hard, but I can do hard things.""Feel the fear and do it anyway.""The biggest, craziest idea you can possibly think of... just go for it.""Vulnerability is a sign of strength."Check out Eva's Full Episode here:
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âUnqualifiedâ to Unstoppable: Cathâs Journey Through Skateboarding, Mental Health & Purpose
This episode is for anyone who's ever thought, âIâm not readyâ or âThat space isnât for me.â
Cath didnât just break into the world of skateboardingâshe smashed down the doors with two months on a board, a load of guts, and just the right amount of delusional confidence (her words, not ours).
From applying for a job she didnât feel qualified for, to building a career empowering young girls through skateboarding, Cathâs story is a bold reminder that passion and purpose beat perfection every time.
We talk mental health, ADHD, epilepsy, self-belief, and how skateboarding has become a tool for healing, growth, and community. Thereâs grit, thereâs humour, and thereâs a whole lot of heart.
Trust meâwhether youâve never stepped on a board in your life or youâre just looking for a reminder to back yourselfâyouâll feel this one.
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đ Timestamps:
00:00 â Intro: From Self-Doubt to Dream Job
02:30 â Starting a Skateboarding Career with 2 Months Experience
06:00 â Creating Safe Spaces for Girls in Sport
10:40 â Why Skateboarding is a Therapy Tool
15:22 â Building a Career That Gives Back
20:15 â Life with Epilepsy & the Reality Behind the Diagnosis
28:50 â Finding Community Through Travel & Skate Projects
35:10 â The Power of Talking & Mental Health Awareness
44:30 â Working With Neurodiverse & Vulnerable Girls
50:00 â How Vulnerability Builds Connection
55:30 â Full Circle Coaching: From Student to Mentor
đ„ In This Episode Youâll Learn:
â Why you donât need to feel ready to start
â How sport can help you heal and grow
â The truth about living with epilepsy & ADHD
â Why talking (like, actually talking) changes everything
â That you can build the space you once needed
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