In this episode, we spotlight our impactful flagship courses Lead and Advance. Shireen Ali-Khan and guests Laura Tofts, Fi Hamilton, Nkiruka (Nky) Nzekwu, Angela Gainsford, Sonya Byers, and Iain Smith explore how these programmes build confidence, leadership skills, and supportive networks.

In this episode, Shireen Ali-Khan and Jo Field discuss the pressing issue of women's safety within the transport sector. Featuring guests Jade Neville and Susan Leadbetter, the conversation explores the problems of normalisation of safety concerns and underreporting, with personal experiences.

In this episode, Shireen Ali-Khan hosts a discussion with Beci Piggott, Social Impact and Inclusion Manager from Kier Transportation and Joanna Hill, Northwest Regional Lead for Women in Transport, focusing on the motherhood penalty within the transport sector.

In this special episode of the Women in Transport Podcast, we commemorate the organisation's 20th anniversary by sharing voices and stories from our members. The episode includes professionals from different areas of the transport industry, who speak on the themes of connection, support, opportunity, and impact.

In this episode, Shireen Ali-Khan is joined by co-host Jo Field as they welcome three guests from Tesco: Vitalija, Chris, and Emily. They discuss their career journeys, the importance of allyship and mentorship, and the challenges faced by women in the transport sector.

In this special episode of the Women in Transport Podcast, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Women in Transport. Recorded at the London Transport Museum during our AGM, Jo Field highlights the organisation's journey, key achievements, and future plans.

In this episode, we’re speaking to Siu Mun Lee about her 25 year career in infrastructure projects. We discuss the fast pace of large-scale projects, the value of taking a pause to re-evaluate your career, and the importance of networks and community.

In this episode, we’re speaking to Kim Kapur about her career from communications to Crossrail to HS2, and how mentors have helped her on her way. Kim speaks about the challenges of joining rail from communications, how people and connections are at the heart of her leadership style, and her pride at the achievements she has accomplished.

In this episode, we’re speaking to Kai-Nneka Townsend and Sharon Pickering about the fundamentals of human performance and resilience in leadership. Kai-Nneka shares her experience with workplace burnout and the importance of leaders building resilience to manage stress and support their teams. Sharon emphasizes the holistic approach to human performance, integrating physiological, cognitive, and emotional elements.

In this episode, Dr Emma Langman-Maher talks about her career journey from a transport planner to engineering to HR, influenced by synchronicity and building relationships. She shares her approach to managing ADHD, autism and trauma, including EMDR therapy, and is candid about the strengths her experiences give her in the world of work.

In this episode, we’re speaking to Katherine Evans and Amanda Marshall about the critical issue of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) for women. Katherine emphasizes the gendered nature of PPE and its impact on women's safety and confidence. Amanda shares her personal experience with ill-fitting PPE and her innovative solution of adding a zip to coveralls for easier removal.

In this episode, we’re speaking to Georgia Yexley about sustainable transport, ADHD and intersectionality. She shares about her career to date, from working at Mobike to founding her own company, and what it feels like to be the lone black woman in an organisation.

In this episode, we have a bumper edition for National Inclusion Week. We’re speaking to a variety of guests with connections to Women in Transport for their take on how to promote inclusion in the workplace.

In this episode, we’re speaking to Clare Murphy and Kate Walker about diabetes, and the risks it poses in the road haulage industry. 5 million people in the UK have diabetes, and amongst people who drive for a living, it could be as many as 1 in 3 with type 2 diabetes.

Magdalena Nowak began her life in Communist Poland, dreaming of travel and adventure. After experiencing flooding and homelessness, she left Poland and lived and worked around Europe before settling in the UK. She worked her way up in the NHS for ten years, before making the change to become a train guard just six years ago.

In this episode, we’re celebrating the South Asian pioneers of the UK transport industry. We’ve interviewed four guests from around the sector, to talk about their careers, the challenges they faced and their advice for young South Asians as they enter the workforce.

In this episode, we’re speaking to Hannah Winstanley and Donna Kelly about networks. Women’s networks can be a powerful way to overcome the barriers to success that women face, helping you to find mentors, allies and advice at every stage of your career.

How can you recognise microaggressions in your workplace, and help to reduce their impact? Cecilia Harvey gives tangible examples of what microaggressions are, how they can affect those who receive them, and how we can call them out, whether we are on the receiving end or as allies.

The final episode of season one of the Women in Transport Podcast considers the topic of allyship, in recognition of International Men’s Day, 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence, and White Ribbon Day.

Menopause is a natural phase of life for many women, yet it often remains shrouded in mystery, with countless myths and misunderstandings. We're here to shed light on the subject and offer insights, advice, and support.

In our latest episode of the Women in Transport Podcast, we're diving deep into the rich tapestry of Black History Month. Join us as we Salute our Sisters on this captivating journey, talking about representation, history, and hope.

In this thought-provoking episode, we delve deep into the world of inclusive recruitment, exploring strategies and insights to create a more equitable and diverse workforce. Join us as we unravel the intricate web of biases that often taint the hiring process and discover practical steps to break free from them.

In this episode we hear the stories from our guests, talk about representation, belonging and allyship to mark South Asian Heritage Month. We are joined by Daljit Kalirai, Jenita Treacy, Nafisa Nathani, Monica Kohil, and Rupali Sharma-Patel.

In this episode we are lifting the lid of infertility and how this effects women at work. This episode is supported by Fertility Matters at Work - Ensuring fertility is recognised and supported in all organisations.

In our third episode we mark Pride Month and delve into what belonging means for our LGBTQI+ colleagues as well as touching upon "otherness" and intersectionality. Hear from our guests as they speak about their experiences, allyship, hopes and just how far the workplace has come.

In our second episode we delve into maternal mental health for Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week. Hear from our guests as they speak about their experiences, hopes for others and how the workplace can support mothers.

This bumper first episode take us into International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month – our guests will lead us through their career highlights, career lows, talk about the allies they had or indeed wished they’d had and what their aspirations are for the next generation of transport professionals.