Andy Burnham’s in tray, Dr Emma Chapman, Snail Mail
As Andy Burnham takes over as Prime Minister, we ask leading campaigners and experts on women’s issues what they think he should prioritise on day one of his premiership. Clare McDonnell is joined by...
20 Jul 57min
Weekend Woman's Hour: ADHD and hormones, 'Leaning out' at work, Sarah Hadland
What impact do hormones have on women with ADHD? A pioneering study by Kings College and Queen Mary University in London is putting the link to the test, by asking 50 women who are medicated for their...
18 Jul 56min
Shabana Mahmood profiled, Make-up free photos, World Cup female lead medic
There is speculation today that the Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood will become Chancellor when the incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces his Cabinet on Monday. Whoever takes on the role will ...
17 Jul 57min
Child sexual abuse figures, Filming of female athletes, First night of the Proms
New research from the Centre of Expertise on Child Sexual Abuse suggests one in five girls and one in ten boys experience sexual abuse during childhood. Yet the organisation says only a fraction of th...
16 Jul 57min
'Leaning Out', Sarah Ruggins, Podcast on Asma al-Assad, Obesity
A new report from the Health and Social Care Committee says customers are being pushed towards products high in fat, sugar and salt which are typically cheaper than more nutritious food and that the g...
15 Jul 57min
ADHD and hormones, When co-habiting couples separate, God of War
What impact do hormones have on women with ADHD? A first of its kind study by Kings College and Queen Mary University in London is putting the link to the test, by asking 50 women who have ADHD and ar...
14 Jul 57min
Sarah Hadland, Men Fixated on Violence, Author Jennifer Saint
Sarah Hadland will be a familiar face to many, having played numerous roles over the years, but is probably best known for her role as Stevie in the BAFTA-nominated sitcom Miranda. Currently on stage ...
13 Jul 57min
Weekend Woman's Hour: Emma Grede, Clothing and grief, Donor eggs
Emma Grede is a British entrepreneur and philanthropist who has been featured on Forbes' America’s Richest Self-Made Women list. Emma joins Nuala McGovern to discuss her book Start With Yourself: A Ne...
11 Jul 57min
