Intersectionality
In this episode, we dive into the dynamics and challenges of intergenerational workforces in the transport sector. With up to five generations working together side-by-side, the episode examines how different values and perspectives shape workplace culture.
Read MoreIn this episode, we spotlight our impactful flagship courses Lead and Advance. Shireen Ali-Khan and guests Laura Tofts, Fi Hamilton, Nkiruka (Nky) Nzekwu, Angela Gainsford, Sonya Byers, and Iain Smith explore how these programmes build confidence, leadership skills, and supportive networks.
Read MoreIn this episode, Shireen Ali-Khan and Jo Field discuss the pressing issue of women's safety within the transport sector. Featuring guests Jade Neville and Susan Leadbetter, the conversation explores the problems of normalisation of safety concerns and underreporting, with personal experiences.
Read MoreSenior inclusive design consultant Kirsten Galea reports from the Institution of Mechanical Engineers roundtable and launch of their new report, En Route to Inclusive Public Transport.
Read MoreIn this episode, Shireen Ali-Khan hosts a discussion with Beci Piggott, Social Impact and Inclusion Manager from Kier Transportation and Joanna Hill, Northwest Regional Lead for Women in Transport, focusing on the motherhood penalty within the transport sector.
Read MoreIn this special episode of the Women in Transport Podcast, we commemorate the organisation's 20th anniversary by sharing voices and stories from our members. The episode includes professionals from different areas of the transport industry, who speak on the themes of connection, support, opportunity, and impact.
Read MoreIn this episode, Shireen Ali-Khan is joined by co-host Jo Field as they welcome three guests from Tesco: Vitalija, Chris, and Emily. They discuss their career journeys, the importance of allyship and mentorship, and the challenges faced by women in the transport sector.
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At TfL this year marks a major milestone for our fabulous Colleague Network Groups (CNGs) – we have now been championing inclusion, amplifying voices, and building community for an incredible 20 years!
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Season 3 of the Women in Transport Podcast is now live on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
As Women in Transport marks its 20th anniversary, we’re launching Season 3 with a very special episode recorded live at the London Transport Museum AGM.
Read MoreIn this special episode of the Women in Transport Podcast, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Women in Transport. Recorded at the London Transport Museum during our AGM, Jo Field highlights the organisation's journey, key achievements, and future plans.
Read MoreIn this episode, we’re speaking to Siu Mun Lee about her 25 year career in infrastructure projects. We discuss the fast pace of large-scale projects, the value of taking a pause to re-evaluate your career, and the importance of networks and community.
Read MoreIn this episode, we’re speaking to Kim Kapur about her career from communications to Crossrail to HS2, and how mentors have helped her on her way. Kim speaks about the challenges of joining rail from communications, how people and connections are at the heart of her leadership style, and her pride at the achievements she has accomplished.
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In the King’s birthday honours this year, Women in Transport CEO Sonya Byers was awarded an OBE (Officer of the British Empire) for services to diversity. Watch her investiture at Windsor Castle.
Read MoreIn this episode, we’re speaking to Kai-Nneka Townsend and Sharon Pickering about the fundamentals of human performance and resilience in leadership. Kai-Nneka shares her experience with workplace burnout and the importance of leaders building resilience to manage stress and support their teams. Sharon emphasizes the holistic approach to human performance, integrating physiological, cognitive, and emotional elements.
Read MoreIn this episode, Dr Emma Langman-Maher talks about her career journey from a transport planner to engineering to HR, influenced by synchronicity and building relationships. She shares her approach to managing ADHD, autism and trauma, including EMDR therapy, and is candid about the strengths her experiences give her in the world of work.
Read MoreIn this episode, we’re speaking to Katherine Evans and Amanda Marshall about the critical issue of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) for women. Katherine emphasizes the gendered nature of PPE and its impact on women's safety and confidence. Amanda shares her personal experience with ill-fitting PPE and her innovative solution of adding a zip to coveralls for easier removal.
Read MoreIn this episode, we’re speaking to Georgia Yexley about sustainable transport, ADHD and intersectionality. She shares about her career to date, from working at Mobike to founding her own company, and what it feels like to be the lone black woman in an organisation.
Read MoreIn this episode, we have a bumper edition for National Inclusion Week. We’re speaking to a variety of guests with connections to Women in Transport for their take on how to promote inclusion in the workplace.
Read MoreIn this episode, we’re speaking to Clare Murphy and Kate Walker about diabetes, and the risks it poses in the road haulage industry. 5 million people in the UK have diabetes, and amongst people who drive for a living, it could be as many as 1 in 3 with type 2 diabetes.
Read MoreMagdalena Nowak began her life in Communist Poland, dreaming of travel and adventure. After experiencing flooding and homelessness, she left Poland and lived and worked around Europe before settling in the UK. She worked her way up in the NHS for ten years, before making the change to become a train guard just six years ago.
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