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  • One Year On From the Supreme Court Ruling, Free Speech and Women's Rights – with Baroness Claire Fox

    One Year On From the Supreme Court Ruling, Free Speech and Women's Rights – with Baroness Claire Fox
    Apr 5 2026

    One year after the Supreme Court ruling on sex and single sex spaces, Penny Dee is joined by Baroness Claire Fox for a timely and wide ranging conversation about what has happened since, and what has not.

    Together they look at the gap between legal clarity and real world implementation, asking why so many institutions still appear reluctant to act. From the Girl Guides and the Darlington nurses to free speech, public sector culture, rushed legislation, and the politics of fear, this episode examines what happens when common sense collides with institutional self protection.

    What You'll Learn in This Episode:
    ✔️ Why Claire Fox says the Supreme Court ruling was a clarification of the law, not a new law.
    ✔️ How delayed guidance has allowed some organisations to avoid implementing obvious changes.
    ✔️ Why public sector bodies have found it harder to reverse course after years of ideological training and policy capture.
    ✔️ How free speech has been chilled by fear, reputational risk, and the threat of punishment.
    ✔️ Why rushed lawmaking and weak scrutiny are becoming a much bigger democratic problem.

    PLUS, We Discuss:
    💡 The Girl Guides and the safeguarding implications of admitting boys into girls' spaces.
    💡 The Darlington nurses case and the simplicity at the heart of the conflict.
    💡 The IOC decision and why it matters for women's sport.

    Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
    🔗 Battle of Ideas
    🔗 Academy of Ideas
    🔗 X Baroness Claire Fox

    Quote of the Episode:
    "We've got to be prepared to have some brutally honest conversations with each other."

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    🎙️ This is a conversation for anyone who cares about women, truth, and the future of free speech.
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    1 h y 6 m
  • The Manosphere, Lost Boys and Counterfeit Masculinity – with Ragini Prasad

    The Manosphere, Lost Boys and Counterfeit Masculinity – with Ragini Prasad
    Mar 28 2026
    Louis Theroux's Inside the Manosphere has put this whole subject back into the spotlight, but many women I spoke to said they simply could not face watching it. So this episode does the work for you and gives you the lowdown in a more thoughtful, intelligent way. We also get into a deeper question many women are now asking: if a society cannot even define what a woman is, what hope is there for any honest conversation about men, women, boundaries, or reality? In this thought provoking episode of Penny Dee Podcast, Penny is joined by Ragini Prasad for a sharp, intelligent conversation about Louis Theroux's documentary, the wider rise of Red Pill culture, and what may really be sitting underneath the current crisis around men, women, identity, and modern confusion. Rather than doing another surface level pile on about bad men online, Penny and Ragini explore the deeper questions. Why are so many boys and young men feeling lost? Why has the manosphere become such a loaded term? Why do words like misogyny, bigot, homophobic, and masculinity itself seem to have become blurred, unstable, and overused? And why do both men and women increasingly seem trapped in performed, market driven versions of themselves? This is a conversation about lost boys, counterfeit masculinity, counterfeit femininity, women's boundaries, male pain, language, social media, family breakdown, and what a more mature and grounded future could look like. What You'll Hear in This Episode 00:00 Why the manosphere may be a symptom, not the real problem 02:37 Where boys are supposed to find strong male role models 04:04 Louis Theroux, Red Pill culture, and the grain of truth in the nonsense 07:38 Why words like homophobia and misogyny no longer seem to mean what they should 09:13 Fatherless homes, family breakdown, and the cost to boys 10:19 Were women sold a lie about having it all? 16:00 Love, control, and the fear behind some modern masculinity 18:09 Why Ragini calls it the boyosphere, not the manosphere 22:00 Women, language, sex reality, and the collapse of meaning 29:17 Andrew Tate, deplatforming, and whether demonising these men makes them stronger 32:00 Social media, attention, and how we raise more grounded children 36:17 Marriage, endurance, and what real relationships actually teach us 39:32 Hope, honesty, and what a saner future could look like 43:42 Where to find Ragini and follow more of her work Quote of the Episode "Strength without domination. Leadership without control. Love without possession." Resources Mentioned 🔗 Ragini Prasad on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ragini-prasad/ 🔗 Follow Penny on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pennydeeofficial/ 🔗 SkinGoal Skincare: https://skingoal.co.uk/ 🔗 KWEENS by Penny Dee: https://amzn.to/3pKpure Quote of the Episode: "Strength without domination. Leadership without control. Love without possession." Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: 📖 Penny's book KWEENS: https://amzn.to/3pKpure 💜 SkinGoal Skincare with your exclusive listener discount code: https://skingoal.co.uk/ 📧 hello@pennydee.co.uk Enjoyed This Episode?: ✅ Subscribe to Penny Dee Podcast ✅ Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode ✅ Leave a review and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it 🎙️ A deep conversation about lost boys, modern confusion, broken language, counterfeit identity, and what men and women are really looking for now.
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  • The Darlington Nurses on Single Sex Spaces, Safeguarding and Speaking Up

    The Darlington Nurses on Single Sex Spaces, Safeguarding and Speaking Up
    Mar 22 2026

    In this powerful episode of Penny Dee Podcast, Penny is joined by Bethany Hutchison and Lisa Lockey, two of the Darlington nurses at the centre of a major NHS changing room case. They share how the situation began, why women raised concerns, and what happened when those concerns were not properly heard. The conversation goes beyond the headlines into dignity, boundaries, confidence, and the emotional cost of speaking up as women.

    What You'll Learn in This Episode:
    ✔️ How the Darlington nurses case began and why safeguarding concerns were raised.
    ✔️ Why the issue became about dignity, privacy, and respect for women at work.
    ✔️ What it felt like when the women say their concerns were dismissed rather than addressed.
    ✔️ How Christian Legal Centre became involved and supported the nurses.
    ✔️ Why Lisa says Unison failed to support her when she needed help.

    ✔️ And why did the NHS spend £604,000 defending their unlawful position?

    PLUS, We Discuss:
    💡 The impact this had on confidence, peace of mind, and speaking up under pressure.
    💡 Why separate spaces would have been the obvious and respectful solution.
    💡 The launch of the Darlington Nursing Union and the message Bethany and Lisa want to give other women now.

    Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
    🔗 Christian Legal Centre
    🔗 Christian Concern
    🔗 Darlington Nursing Union
    🔗 Sex Matters

    Quote of the Episode:
    "Please don't be afraid. There are more women who think like you than don't."

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    🎙️ A brave, honest conversation about women, workplace dignity, and what happens when ordinary people decide they will not stay silent.
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  • Women, AI and the Future of Power | Can Women Disagree Without Division?

    Women, AI and the Future of Power | Can Women Disagree Without Division?
    Feb 28 2026

    Artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of work, leadership and economic power. The question is whether women are shaping it too.

    In this episode of the Penny Dee Podcast, I sit down with Dr Giselle Goodwin for a serious, respectful and thought provoking conversation about women and AI.

    We come from different political perspectives.
    We are genuinely curious about why we see the world differently.

    Because the bigger issue is not left versus right.

    It is whether women are prepared for the next economic shift.

    We explore:

    • Why women are adopting AI at lower rates
    • Whether bias is embedded in algorithms and recruitment systems
    • The redesign of work in the knowledge economy
    • Emotional labour in an automated world
    • Leadership, empathy and the corruption of power
    • Confidence gaps, internalised misogyny and tall poppy syndrome
    • Whether women should reform the table or build their own

    This is not a debate for points.
    It is a serious conversation about women's influence in the AI era.

    If you care about women's independence, economic strength, leadership, modern feminism, and the future of work, this episode matters.

    The future is being built in real time.

    Are women shaping it?

    QUOTE OF THE EPISODE

    "Are we shaping the future, or watching it happen?"

    CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION

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  • Football, Free Speech, Without Fear or Favour with Linzi Smith

    Football, Free Speech, Without Fear or Favour with Linzi Smith
    Nov 22 2025

    Episode Description:
    This episode brings the extraordinary story of an ordinary woman to a new audience. Newcastle United fan Linzi Smith was banned from her football club and questioned under caution under the Malicious Communications Act for holding a lawful gender critical belief. There was no victim. No harm. And the complaint was made on behalf of someone who might be offended. Today her ban has been lifted and she tells the full story.
    We also explore Linzi's separate High Court victory against Northumbria Police after she challenged their decision to march in full uniform at Newcastle Pride. The court ruled the Chief Constable acted unlawfully and breached the duty of impartiality.
    This episode examines free speech, reality, courage and the importance of policing without fear or favour.

    What You Will Learn in This Episode:
    ✔️ How a simple reality based belief led to a club ban
    ✔️ Why the police interviewed her under caution despite no victim
    ✔️ The role of Fair Cop in helping her challenge the process
    ✔️ How the complaint was made on behalf of a hypothetical person
    ✔️ The key steps that led to Newcastle United lifting the ban

    Plus, We Discuss:
    💡 Linzi's High Court case against Northumbria Police and why the ruling matters
    💡 The rise of non crime hate incidents and what this means for free speech
    💡 BBC bias concerns and the wider culture around gender identity
    💡 Why offence is not evidence and cannot be treated as a crime

    Quote of the Episode:
    "Offence is not harm. Offence is not a crime. And no woman should be questioned under caution for a belief rooted in reality."

    Resources Mentioned:

    Free Speech Union
    Fair Cop
    High Court judgement on police impartiality
    Coverage from national media - The Telegraph


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    🎙️ Stay bold. Stay curious. Speak the truth without fear or favour.
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    42 m
  • Triggernometry Fallout: What Real Difficult Conversations Sound Like with Katy Jon Went

    Triggernometry Fallout: What Real Difficult Conversations Sound Like with Katy Jon Went
    Jun 15 2025

    🎙️ Triggernometry Fallout: What Real Difficult Conversations Sound Like – with Katy Jon Went

    After the now-infamous Triggernometry episode with Deborah Frances-White (the Guilty Feminist) sparked widespread debate, this episode is the antidote. Penny Dee sits down with Katy Jon Went – speaker, writer, and veteran of difficult conversations – for a real, respectful, and unfiltered discussion about identity, belief, and backlash in today's divided world.

    From confronting family dynamics to defending free speech, Katy brings a lifetime of experience to the table. No spin. No shutdowns. Just proper conversation.

    👉 If you've ever felt stuck between staying silent and speaking your truth, this one's for you.

    🎧 What You'll Learn:
    ✔️ How to approach controversial topics without confrontation
    ✔️ Why disagreement doesn't mean disrespect
    ✔️ How to deal with public backlash and online conflict
    ✔️ Why humour and curiosity still matter
    ✔️ The difference between "having a conversation" and delivering a lecture

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    🕰️ Timestamps:
    00:00 Introduction and Early Life
    00:46 Navigating Identity and Family Dynamics
    01:53 The Complexity of Conversations
    03:39 Confrontation vs. Conversation
    07:43 The Importance of Free Speech
    11:27 Changing Beliefs and Open-Mindedness
    18:47 Navigating Political and Social Nuances
    32:50 Exploring Human Rights in Gender Debates
    33:46 Finding Common Ground in Disagreements
    34:41 Personal Experiences with Differing Opinions
    35:56 The Importance of Open-Minded Conversations
    37:26 Navigating Public Discourse and Backlash
    44:53 The Role of Humor in Sensitive Topics
    55:28 The Impact of Algorithms on Social Discourse
    59:07 Encouraging Meaningful Conversations
    01:01:38 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
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    1 h y 4 m
  • The Last Taboo in Women's Health – with Heather Coppard (Vulvodynia, Chronic Vaginal Pain, Women's Health, Misdiagnosis)

    The Last Taboo in Women's Health – with Heather Coppard (Vulvodynia, Chronic Vaginal Pain, Women's Health, Misdiagnosis)
    May 3 2025

    Episode Description
    In this must-listen episode of the Penny Dee Podcast, women's health advocate and author Heather Coppard joins Penny to shine a light on a hidden crisis affecting millions: persistent vulval and vaginal pain.

    Heather shares her personal journey through vulvodynia, pelvic floor dysfunction, and chronic vaginal pain, from years of misdiagnosis to a devastating experience with a gynaecologist who claimed the pain was "in her head."

    Now a hypnotherapist and author of Optimising Recovery from Vulval and Vaginal Pain, Heather helps women across the UK who feel unheard, dismissed, and broken by their healthcare experiences.

    This episode is essential for anyone struggling with chronic pain, women's health issues, or fighting to be taken seriously in the medical system.

    Quote of the Episode:
    "The doctor didn't even look at me - he told my husband the pain was in my head. What if I hadn't had his support?" – Heather Coppard

    What You'll Learn in This Episode:
    ✔️     Why up to 25% of women may suffer from vulvodynia or vaginal pain, but most never talk about it.
    ✔️ How Heather's experience with misdiagnosis and misogyny in healthcare pushed her to leave nursing and write a book.
    ✔️ The reality of pelvic pain, from not being able to wear underwear to giving up driving.
    ✔️ How hypnotherapy for pain management became a key part of Heather's recovery.
    ✔️ The importance of reclaiming your voice in medical spaces.

    💡 PLUS, We Discuss:
    💡 What to do if your doctor won't listen
    💡 How chronic pain impacts relationships and identity
    💡 The uniform of pain: why so many women wear floaty skirts

    🔗 Resources & Mentions in This Episode:
    📘 Amazon Buy the book Optimising Recovery from Vulval and Vaginal Pain by Heather Coppard
    🌐 Female Health Hypnotherapy (Stockport, UK) – Support for women's pain and trauma

    📲 Follow Female Health Hypnotherapy on Instagram

    🌐Heather Coppard Website
    📲 Follow Heather Coppard on Instagram

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    18 m
  • The Price of Speaking Up with Baroness Claire Fox

    The Price of Speaking Up with Baroness Claire Fox
    Apr 24 2025

    The Price of Speaking Up – with Baroness Claire Fox

    In this powerful conversation, Penny Dee sits down with Baroness Claire Fox Director of the Academy of Ideas, and a fearless advocate for free speech. Together, they explore why open debate is vital for our freedom and flourishing, why cancel culture hits women harder, and how we can reclaim spaces to speak up without fear. From the corridors of power in the House of Lords to everyday workplaces, Claire shares her unique insights on resilience, courage, and the true cost of silence.

    *this was recorded the day before the Supreme Court ruling on biological sex

    What You'll Learn in This Episode:
    ✔️ Why women's voices are more likely to be silenced in today's culture
    ✔️ How cancel culture and progressive language are used to stifle debate
    ✔️ The role of the House of Lords in protecting public debate (even if Claire thinks it should be abolished!)
    ✔️ Why workplace camaraderie and open conversation are crucial for freedom
    ✔️ The importance of resilience and solidarity in standing up for what's right

    PLUS, We Discuss:
    💡 How free speech laws and hate crime legislation are weaponized to silence dissent
    💡 The shocking cases of nurses and workers punished for defending women's spaces
    💡 Why young women and girls are paying the highest price when it comes to gender ideology

    Quote of the Episode:
    "We need to build an atmosphere of public opinion that gives people the confidence to speak—and reminds those in power that common sense still matters." – Baroness Claire Fox

    Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
    🔗 Academy of Ideas
    🔗 Battle of Ideas Festival

    🔗Claire Fox Website

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    42 m