The Sheerah Podcast

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For centuries, black women have held leadership positions in a wide variety of domains in society. They haven’t always been recognised for their achievements and many times have had to fight through mountains of challenge and injustice. We have much to learn from these everyday heroes. In this season of The Sheerah podcast, listen to Lisa and Oge as they talk to some of these women, helping you discover what it takes to lead well despite all odds. Contact: info@sheerahnetwork.com

  1. 5 JAN

    New Year Special Edition

    Join Sheerah Network founders Oge Austin-Chukwu and Lisa Leonce for this special New Year’s edition of the Sheerah Podcast.  Find out what we’ve been up to, plans for the future and get tips for tackling a year that is filled with uncertainty and opportunity at the same time. If you find this episode helpful please recommend it to as many colleagues and friends as possible.   Connect with us: Website: www.sheerahnetwork.com Email: info@sheerahnetwork.com The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging black and ethnic minority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and events here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠/events Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu. Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.

    19 min

  2. 03/11/2025

    The Work-Life Collision and Surviving the Impact with Jayshree Jupp

    How do you respond as a leader when life and work collide? Or when a life event affects your ability to work at the same pace as before or work at all?  How can organizations effectively support their people when significant life events that can interrupt work happen instead of just focussing on productivity? We discuss this and more with Jayshree Jupp, an award-winning Executive Coach with years of experience working with individuals and organisations, helping them with proven strategies that turn workplace challenges into sustainable growth opportunities..  Connect withJay: ⁠⁠ Website: https://innerreachcoaching.co.uk/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-jupp/ The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging Global majority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu. Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.

    46 min

  3. 01/09/2025

    Thriving in spaces with limited representation - with Bolanle Johnson

    We invite you to listen to our conversation with Bolanle Johnson, a Certified Risk Professional with over a decade of experience in financial services. Currently serving as Head of First Line of Defence (1LOD) Operational Risk at the wealth management division of a leading global bank, Bolanle leads teams of risk specialists, providing expert oversight of operational risk. In spaces that are often dominated by white male colleagues, she gives insight into her values, work ethic and how she has managed spaces where there were not many like her. Connect with Bolanle: linkedin.com/in/bolanle-johnson The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging Global majority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu. Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.

    52 min

  4. 07/07/2025

    From Protest to Purpose with Natasha Johnson

    It's not often we get the chance to revisit previous guests but with the release of 'Backlash:The Murder of George Floyd', a BBC documentary about the murder of George Floyd and its aftermath, we caught up with Natasha Johnson who is featured in it. We first hosted Natasha in 2021 and you can listen to that episode here. Natasha is the Co-Founder of Anti-Racist and protest organisation, 'AllBlackLivesUK' which was founded in 2020 after the death of George Floyd. Currently working with Human Rights organisation, BRAP, which brings groundbreaking ways of thinking when discussing anti-racism and how it affects wider society, she is passionate about people and loves investigating their behaviour. Natasha has won awards with ABL and been featured in Hunger TV & the Guardian. Shed was also a finalist in the Greater Birmingham Young persons Award for 2024. For a limited time, you can watch 'Backlash: The Murder of George Floyd' on BBC using the link below or on BBCiplayer. https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002c4hy Connect with Natasha: LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/natasha-johnson-35b55b203 The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging Global majority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu. Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.

    50 min

  5. 05/05/2025

    An Extraordinary Life with Anne Wafula-Strike MBE

    Paralympian and Disability Rights campaigner, Anne Wafula Strike MBE, (www.annestrike.org ) is an example of courage, commitment and determination that challenges misconceptions about disability. Anne likes to inspire achievement and excellence across a broad range of life situations through motivational talks and appearances that encourages others to overcome difficulties and maximise their potential. In 2004 Anne became amongst the first wheelchair racers from sub-Sahara Africa to compete in wheelchair Racing at the Paralympics.   In this episode we hear first hand about her life, her work and why she lives her life with a purpose to inspire people facing challenges to tap into the latent power that lies within them. Connect with Anne:  www.annestrike.org   www.olympia-wafulafoundation.org  Linked in: linkedin.com/in/anne-wafula-strike-mbe-ply-31938125 The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging Global majority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu. Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.

    54 min

  6. 03/03/2025

    Saving Lives Beyond the Horizon - with Jasmine Leonce

    You are in for a treat! Our guest in this episode is Dr Jasmine Leonce, consultant Obstetrician and National Maternity Advisor for NHS England. Jasmine features in Episode Two of our Legacy Series which premiere's on 15th March in Hitchin, England. Hear first-hand about her journey from a tiny island in the Caribbean to one of the most prominent roles in maternal healthcare in England. Information about how you can see the premiere can be found here. https://www.sheerahnetwork.com/events Connect with Jasmine: LinkedIn The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging Global majority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu. Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.

    37 min

  7. 06/01/2025

    New Year, New Opportunities!

    Join us (Lisa and Oge) as we share highlights from 2024, give proven tips for making 2025 a productive and memorable year and tell you what's coming up this year! For more information about a group coaching offer and other exciting events please visit to our ⁠⁠events page ⁠⁠ The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging Global majority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu. Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.

    21 min

  8. 02/09/2024

    A Love for People with Zanthia Wiley

    In this episode we have a special treat as we host Zanthia Wiley, an Associate Professor of Medicine in the prestigious Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia.  Zanthia has been a ‘first’ more than once and holds several leadership roles. Passionate about mentoring the next generation, Zanthia’s love for people shines through in all that she does.  Our conversation will leave you with lots of leadership insight and wisdom Connect with Zanthia:  zwiley@emory.edu   For more information about a group coaching offer and other exciting events please visit to our ⁠events page ⁠ The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging black and ethnic minority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music written and performed by Shona Austin-Chukwu. Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.

    47 min
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For centuries, black women have held leadership positions in a wide variety of domains in society. They haven’t always been recognised for their achievements and many times have had to fight through mountains of challenge and injustice. We have much to learn from these everyday heroes. In this season of The Sheerah podcast, listen to Lisa and Oge as they talk to some of these women, helping you discover what it takes to lead well despite all odds. Contact: info@sheerahnetwork.com

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  • Creator
    The Sheerah Podacst
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    38
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