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Tough Girl Podcast

By: Sarah Williams
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  • The Tough Girl Podcast is all about inspiring and motivating YOU! I will be interviewing inspirational women from around the world, who’ve faced and overcome difficult challenges and situations, they will share their story, their knowledge and provide advice and essential tips for you to overcome your own personal challenges.
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  • Carol Devine: Researcher, writer, artist, climate activist and humanitarian professional. From Antarctica's Ice to Scotland's Seas, A Journey of Activism and Adventure.

    Carol Devine: Researcher, writer, artist, climate activist and humanitarian professional. From Antarctica's Ice to Scotland's Seas, A Journey of Activism and Adventure.
    May 21 2024
    Carol Devine embodies a diverse array of roles, seamlessly intertwining her work as a researcher, writer, artist, climate activist, humanitarian professional, and explorer. Her pursuits range from spearheading groundbreaking ecological expeditions to championing causes such as combating plastic pollution and empowering women in adventure sports. She spearheaded the first civilian volunteer ecological expedition in Antarctica, collaborating with the Russian Antarctic Expedition. Additionally, Carol has actively participated in and documented environmental initiatives, such as Clean Up Svalbard, near the North Pole. Despite limited sailing experience, Carol eagerly embraced the opportunity to learn alongside seasoned sailors and fellow advocates combating plastic pollution. She recently embarked on an all-female expedition with eXXpedition, circumnavigating Scotland to conduct research and raise awareness about the global plastic crisis while championing women's presence in adventure sports. Carol's dedication to environmental and social causes is further evidenced by her membership in prestigious organizations such as The Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research Humanities and Social Sciences Expert Group and The Explorer's Club. *** Don't miss out on the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast, released every Tuesday at 7am UK time! Be sure to hit the subscribe button to stay updated on the incredible journeys and stories of strong women. By supporting the Tough Girl Podcast on Patreon, you can make a difference in increasing the representation of female role models in the media, particularly in the world of adventure and physical challenges. Your contribution helps empower and inspire others. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast to be a part of this important movement. Thank you for your invaluable support! *** Show notes Who is Carol Her early yearsGrowing up in Canada Going to university to study English Literature Wanting to visit Antarctica, but going with a purposeBeing inspired by people around her Taking the opportunity when it came availableWanting to help clean up Antarctica The Antarctic TreatyCollaboration and working with othersWorking with Wendy Trusler https://www.wendytrusler.ca/Book: Ode To Antarctica - Antarctic cultural history book based on a civilian ecological cleanup expedition 42 recipes, pix, journals. HarperDesign. Crossing the Drake PassageHow the experience changed her Applying to Doctors Without Borders/ Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) How art fits into the work Telling the story of their Antarctica expedition through food and imagery while discussing serious issuesHeading to Svalbard, to do a clean up operation Using art to talk about serious stories Getting involved with eXXpedition (a non-profit organisation that runs pioneering all-female sailing research expeditions at sea and virtual voyages on land to investigate the causes of and solutions to ocean plastic pollution) Emily Penn - Tough Girl Podcast (Jul 12, 2016) Emily Penn - Tough Girl Podcast EXTRA (Jan 9, 2020) Wanting to learn how to sail The challenges of sailing and dealing with sea sicknessThe lessons learned and the takeaways from the experience Having an international scope but working locally Presenting their finding to the Scottish Parliament TEDxMontrealWomen: Ocean Love: Cleaning Up Our Plastic Mess Advice for people regarding plastic pollution #OceanOptimismThe little things/small actions you can do to make a differenceProject: Hello/Goodbye Glaciers Learning about glaciers in Iceland, Canada, Switzerland, Alaska and ArgentinaCode Red for Humanity The impacts of the glaciers receding Future projectsSee Change Initiative How to connect with CarolFinal words of advice for other women and girls Taking the opportunities when they comeMaking a commitment and seeing it through Risk, discomfort and challenge LEAP!!! Social Media Website: www.caroldevine.info Instagram: @antarcticcookandclean
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    42 mins
  • Gráinne Moss: Navigating Open Waters - Expert Advice from arguably Irelands most accomplished female open water swimmer. First Irish woman to swim Cook Strait (2001) Foveaux (2022), Lake Taupō (2021) and the Channel of Bones in Hawaii (2023).

    Gráinne Moss: Navigating Open Waters - Expert Advice from arguably Irelands most accomplished female open water swimmer. First Irish woman to swim Cook Strait (2001) Foveaux (2022), Lake Taupō (2021) and the Channel of Bones in Hawaii (2023).
    May 14 2024
    Gráinne Moss is arguably Irelands most accomplished female open water swimmer. At 16 she was the first female to represent Ireland in open water swimming at the World Championships. At 17 she became the first Irish woman to swim the English Channel. She has continued to achieve many firsts including the first Irish woman to swim Cook Strait (2001) Foveaux (2022), Lake Taupō (2021) and the Channel of Bones in Hawaii (2023). Gráinne holds three Triple Crowns of Open Water Swimming (awarded when a swimmer has completed three of the toughest swims in any nation) - including appropriately the Irish and New Zealand Triple Crowns given she was born in Ireland and moved to New Zealand in 1998. Since 2022 Gráinne has teamed up with Kenzie's Gift to use her swims as an opportunity to raise vital funds for this important charity which cares for children and young people who have experienced serious loss and grief. Her next adventure is in May this year when she will swim the famous straits of Gibraltar crossing from Africa to Spain. *** Don't miss out on the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast, released every Tuesday at 7am UK time! Be sure to hit the subscribe button to stay updated on the incredible journeys and stories of strong women. By supporting the Tough Girl Podcast on Patreon, you can make a difference in increasing the representation of female role models in the media, particularly in the world of adventure and physical challenges. Your contribution helps empower and inspire others. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast to be a part of this important movement. Thank you for your invaluable support! *** Show notes Who is GráinneBeing born in IrelandEmigrating to New Zealand at the end of the 90sLiving in Wellington, New ZealandRepresenting Ireland and the first Open Water Swimming Championships (1986)Her early years and memories of water Being spotted as talented at swimming at 6 years oldWanting to better herself and try new thingsSwimming for Bangor Swim Club Making the transition to open water swimmingMeeting people from around the world who loved open water swimmingThe pressure of swimming competitively and wanting to swim wellGetting married and having 4 children Swimming through out the yearsGetting back into big swims in 2021Lessons learning from the big swimsMaking an emotional commitment to the swimKeeping motivated while waiting to compete the big swimsHaving her family involved in the big swimsWhat the journey of a swim looks like Swimming the Channel of Bones in Hawaii (43km)Having anxiety and neves before the swim and feeling full of doubt Taking medication for sea sicknessSwimming for charity - Kenzie’s Gift Training and maintaining swim fitnessWorking with a swim coach (Phillip Rush) and the importance of stretchingThe importance of recovery Handing changes in her body over the yearsBeing aware of her bodyNot using a watch or GPSLearning how to train smart Nutrition while swimming and getting the fuel needed to complete the big swimsHomemade leek and potato swims for the cold swimsPURE Sports Nutrition The importance of feeding fast Digging deep and getting through the dark/tough momentsTaking it one stroke at a timeThe next swim challenge in MaySwimming from Spain to Morocco - The Straits of Gibraltar How to connect with Gráinne Final words of advice for new swimmers and swimmers who want to take it to the next levelThe power of finding your community Social Media Website: grainnemoss.com Instagram: @swimirishkiwi Charity: Kenzie’s Gift supports the mental health of tamariki (children) and mātātahi (young people) affected by serious illness or grief. Link to Fundraising: winter-swim-challenge-2024.raiselysite.com/grainne-moss
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    47 mins
  • Fatima Haidari: Shattering Stereotypes, Embracing Opportunities, and Pursuing Dreams as Afghanistan's First Female Tour Guide.

    Fatima Haidari: Shattering Stereotypes, Embracing Opportunities, and Pursuing Dreams as Afghanistan's First Female Tour Guide.
    May 7 2024

    In this episode of Tough Girl Podcast, we explore the incredible journey of Fatima, from her early years in Afghanistan to her pursuit of education, independence, and empowerment in Italy.

    Fatima's childhood was marked by challenges, but her curiosity and determination to learn led her to secretly educate herself. As Afghanistan's first female tour guide, she defied expectations and empowered herself economically.

    Threatened by the Taliban, Fatima made the courageous decision to flee to Italy, where she faced new obstacles but persisted in pursuing higher education. Now, as a refugee with a passion for sharing her experiences, she continues to inspire others as a unique tour guide.

    Fatima's story is a testament to the power of resilience and the unwavering spirit of women. Tune in to Tough Girl Podcast to hear her journey firsthand.

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    Don't miss out on the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast, released every Tuesday at 7am UK time! Be sure to hit the subscribe button to stay updated on the incredible journeys and stories of strong women.

    By supporting the Tough Girl Podcast on Patreon, you can make a difference in increasing the representation of female role models in the media, particularly in the world of adventure and physical challenges. Your contribution helps empower and inspire others. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast to be a part of this important movement.

    Thank you for your invaluable support!

    ***

    Show notes

    • Who is Fatima
    • Studying in Italy and working as a tour guide
    • Her early years in Afghanistan
    • Having 4 older brothers and 2 older sisters
    • Working with the sheep as a shepherdess at age 7
    • Not having school and not being able to study
    • Being inspired by hearing people on the radio
    • How her curiosity grew and her desire to learn more
    • Starting to learn secretly
    • Practicing her reading and writing in the sand
    • Being able to go to school and study
    • Thinking about her own future
    • Witnessing the suffering of women in Afghanistan
    • Wanting to live for herself
    • Wanting to be independent and the person of her choice
    • Becoming Afghanistan’s first female tour guide
    • Graduating high school and wanting to go to University to become a journalist
    • Convincing her mother first
    • Researching the history of Afghanistan
    • Making a Facebook account and connecting with people who travel and how that connection led to her tourist work
    • Untamed Borders - an adventure travel company providing unparalleled access to some of the world’s most interesting and inaccessible places.
    • Being able to earn more than her brothers and help to support her family
    • Wanting to encourage more women to enter the tourist industry in Afghanistan
    • Sharing her story on CNN
    • Her journey to Italy
    • Receiving warning that she was a target of the Taliban
    • Not being able to say a proper goodbye to her family
    • The challenges of getting into the airport to get on the plane
    • Moving to Italy and building a new life
    • Feeling mentally and physically lost and struggling to sleep
    • Dealing with the aftermath and reliving the trauma
    • Deciding to make changes in her life; getting a job, sorting out a university place, reading books and focusing on improving herself
    • Her passion for continuing her education and getting accepted with a fully funded scholarship to study at University in Milan (BA in International Politics and Government)
    • Being a refugee and having travel documents which allows her travel in Europe
    • Visiting Iran and meeting up with her family
    • Continuing to be a tour guide in a unique way
    • How to connect with Fatima
    • Her reason for wanting to travel to every country in the world.
    • Final words of advice
    • “You are powerful as a woman, don’t underestimate your power.”

    Social Media

    Instagram: @fatima.haidari786

    Youtube: youtube.com/@fatimahaidari?si=6Tep5bklgaTWCUr4

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    40 mins
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