Equal Agenda
Equal Agenda
Podcast Description
Equal Agenda dives into the complexities of gender equality and unpacks the everyday discrimination women face. Hosted by Isabelle Leilua-McBride and Mollie Hedgman, two university students who chat with experts in their fields sharing their knowledge and experiences they have had along the way. Proudly brought to you by YWCA Hamilton, a community organisation all about empowering and supporting women in the Waikato to achieve success. Insightful conversations that inspire change and unity, showing you’re not alone in the ongoing pursuit of equality!
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores themes related to gender equality, workplace dynamics, and community support, with episodes such as Women in the Workplace discussing strategies for equity, Entrepreneurial Women focusing on the collective empowerment of female entrepreneurs, and Redefining Gender Norms examining traditional gender identities within the LGBTQ+ community.

Exploring the complexities of gender equality and shedding light on the everyday discrimination women face. Insightful, thought-provoking conversations, inspiring change, fostering connection, and reminding you that you’re not alone in the pursuit of equality. Brought to you by YWCA Hamilton, a community organisation dedicated to empowering and supporting women across the Waikato to achieve success.
Season 1 (Eps 1-10) hosted by Isabelle and Mollie from the University of Waikato. They speak with experts across fields to unpack topics like Women in Leadership, Women’s Health, Communication, and Consent, sharing knowledge and experiences along the way.
Season 2 (Eps 11-20) hosted by Martine, Jameena, and Hazel – three bold voices with big questions. A conversational deep dive into the realities of modern life through a feminist lens. From the pressure to always be kind, to myths around gender differences, to the influencers shaping (and shaking) culture – no topic is off limits.
The time has come to wrap up Season Two of Equal Agenda. Your hosts reflect upon their time together, discussing topics such as, their favourite episodes, the highs and lows of creating a podcast, and what they see for the future of gender equality.
Hazel, Martine, and Jameena want to say the biggest thank you to the team at Free FM and YWCA, and to our supporters and listeners.
Let’s continue to fight for gender equality together! 💜

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