Self Defence for Women – Live an Empowered Life

Self Defence for Women - Live an Empowered Life
Podcast Description
The podcast for women who want to stay safe, feel strong, and own their power! Brought to you by Julie Waite and Dene Josham of Streetwise Defence, this podcast is your go-to guide for staying safe, feeling strong, and taking control of your personal security.With years of experience empowering women, Julie brings real-world insights, while Dene—an elite self defence expert and former bodyguard of Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, and Russell Crowe—shares tried-and-tested strategies to stay safe, physically and emotionally.Whether you're walking home at night, traveling solo, or just want to boost your confidence, we’ve got your back. Tune in, get empowered, and step into your strength!
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Content Themes
The podcast centers on various themes related to personal safety, self-defence techniques, and empowerment strategies. Key episodes include topics such as recognizing when one is being followed, debunking myths about self-defence, and the significance of situational awareness. Special focus areas include mental resilience, emotional boundaries, and proactive response techniques, illustrated through practical examples and actionable insights.

The podcast for women who want to stay safe, feel strong, and own their power!
Brought to you by Julie Waite and Dene Josham of Streetwise Defence, this podcast is your go-to guide for staying safe, feeling strong, and taking control of your personal security.
With years of experience empowering women, Julie brings real-world insights, while Dene—an elite self defence expert and former bodyguard of Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, and Russell Crowe—shares tried-and-tested strategies to stay safe, physically and emotionally.
Whether you’re walking home at night, traveling solo, or just want to boost your confidence, we’ve got your back. Tune in, get empowered, and step into your strength!
Getting into an Uber or taxi should be simple. But for many women, it’s a journey that comes with worry. We’ve all heard stories of women being harassed, assaulted, or worse on their way home – and even if the cases are rare, the fear is very real.
In this episode of Self Defence for Women – Live an Empowered Life, Julie Waite and Dene Josham take a deep dive into Uber and taxi safety.
We talk about what the statistics really show and what that means for your decisions when travelling.
You’ll learn:
- Practical steps to take before booking a ride
- The safest place to sit in an Uber (and why)
- Red flags during a journey — and what to do if something feels wrong
- Smart ways to use safety features built into the app
- Simple self-defence tactics that work in confined spaces like a car
- How to trust your gut instinct — and act early
This episode isn’t about fear, it’s about control. With preparation, awareness, and the right strategies, you can feel safer and more confident every time you get into a taxi or Uber.
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