Explore every episode of the podcast Equal Agenda

Outro Episode - Mollie and Isabelle We’ve reached the final episode of Mollie and Isabelle’s season of Equal Agenda! This is a candid reflection on what they’ve learnt, highlights and challenges and common themes across the episodes. A big shoutout to all the wonderful guests who were so open and authentic about their stories and ongoing mahi, we couldn’t have done this without you.

Endometriosis is more common than you think and too often misunderstood. Annette Evans, manager and educator at Insight Endometriosis, joins Isabelle and Mollie to unpack the reality of diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment. They also explore the ways in which gender inequality continues to impact healthcare, and why change is urgently needed.

Anna Britz doesn’t shy away from the tough conversations and that’s exactly what makes them so powerful. As a consent and sexual violence researcher and educator, she shares her passion for working with young people. Mollie and Isabelle learn how culture shapes our inner and outer worlds, and how open, honest dialogue about consent can be truly transformational.

Louise Hutt is a trailblazing politician and Hamilton City Councillor! She opens up to Isabelle and Mollie about stepping into leadership as a young woman, combating online abuse, and her vision for empowering young people to engage politically.

Gen Z content creator Faith is passionate about navigating the age of social media as a young woman. Join Mollie and Isabelle as they talk about the pressures of social media, how beauty standards are shaped (and warped), and why authenticity is more important than ever.

Women in the Workplace - Suzette. Why are women still fighting for equality in the workplace? Suzette, a senior lecturer in the Division of Management at the University of Waikato, is passionate about exactly this. She shares her insights with Mollie about strategies for achieving equity and empowerment for women in professional spaces.

From educator to entrepreneur, Sinead, the founder of ‘Meadow and Wild’ is following her passion and building her dream business. This wholesome episode is all about the collective power of women supporting and inspiring each other. Join Isabelle and Mollie as they explore what it means to carve your own path and do what lights you up!

Wendy, a dedicated advocate from Women’s Refuge shares her perspective on family violence and the important mahi she does supporting survivors. Join Mollie and Isabelle as they unpack how to spot the signs, recognise power imbalances in relationships, and how to support people experiencing harm.

Slay and Logan from RainbowHub are passionate about what it means to redefine traditional gender norms! As proud members of the rainbow community, they generously share with Isabelle their lived experiences and deep wisdom. It’s a thought-provoking episode focusing on identity, decolonisation and how we can all create a future that celebrates gender diversity.

Isabelle and Mollie kick-start the podcast together in this first episode! Get to know them a little better as they share who they are, where they’re from, and why this podcast matters. They chat about their own journeys growing up and becoming young women, the YWCA’s goals, and future episodes.