Loose Women in Pharma

Miriam Kenrick & Sarah Sowerby
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The Loose Women in Pharma podcast is hosted by Miriam Kenrick & Sarah Sowerby. It is a service to, & voice for, all the brilliant women working in the pharma industry. Our dream is to create a network where we can: INSPIRE by sharing stories SUPPORT each other to fulfil our potential SHAPE how our industry evolves to better serve womenkind You can expect upbeat inspo, ideas, great guests and chat from two people who know what it’s like to try to improve lives; fulfil their own potential; all while trying to have a life outside work. We’ll be getting real about our challenges and solutions.

  1. 12/10/2025

    Women's health changemaker - Tina Backhouse

    Miriam and Sarah have a great conversation with Tina Backhouse, a true champion of change in global women's health. She's part of a true movement for change in menopause, osteoporosis and the politics of women's health. Tina talks openly about her pharma career, her own menopause journey, how she hopes things will be better for the women who come after her and what she is optimistic about. If you love to hear a woman with passion, drive, empathy and a no-nonsense approach, listen now.

    57 min

  2. 10/21/2025

    TABOO - The Unspoken Truth about Women's Health with Helen Lambert

    In this episode, Sarah and Miriam talk to film maker, Helen Lambert about her BAFTA nominated film, Taboo: The Unspoken Truth About Women's Health. Helen's film reveals the unsettling fact that women consistently receive poorer medical treatment and experience worse health outcomes than men. Challenging the narrow perception of "women's problems" as purely gyneacological this documentary takes us through moving personal stories, expert insights, and eye-opening historical analysis, as the film investigates how centuries of overlooking women’s health have shaped modern medicine and uncovers the shocking and far-reaching consequences of overlooking the health of half the world’s population. If you are interested in the health of 'the forgotten 51%', have a listen and watch out for details of an exclusive screening of the film in early 2025.

    40 min

  3. 09/15/2025

    Women's health back in the spotlight

    Back from the summer break the Loose Women in Pharma duo update on women’s health news on Bikini Medicine (endometriosis, PCO and uterine fibroids) and a comprehensive new review of women's health considerations in NICE guidelines. Links below. And finally they plug the next Young Women in Pharma event on 8th October - book here Enjoy!

    17 min

  4. 05/09/2025

    The state of women with Dr Joanna Martin

    Women today really can have it all. But can they have it all at the same time? And what happens when they try? In this lively episode, Miriam and Sarah talk to Founder of One of Many, Dr. Joanna Martin. If you’ve ever felt like Superwoman, juggling a million things like crazy, this episode is for you. Dr Martin shares her views on pressures women face in modern society, particularly the dangers of 'Superwoman', including burnout and decreased happiness. She provides an alternative, more sustainable approach to power and leadership for women. Curious? This one is for all of you who already know that women can lead in a different, more empathetic and collaborative way. There’s also discussion of Miriam and Sarah’s passion project; another paradigm shift; towards gendered medicine.  We hope you love this chat as much as we do! Get Jo’s book here https://www.amazon.co.uk/SUPERWOMAN-ESCAPING-Increase-Without-Burning/dp/B0D9YPG58R/ref=asc_df_B0D9YPG58R?mcid=bca3412bd6c639acacbde50e8755e36c&th=1&psc=1&hvocijid=5886149955700940180-B0D9YPG58R-&hvexpln=74&tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=696285193871&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=5886149955700940180&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9045901&hvtargid=pla-2281435176618&psc=1&gad_source=1 Discover One of Many here https://oneofmany.co.uk/ Check out the Beyond Bikini Medicine campaign here https://www.womeninpharma.network/campaign/beyond-bikini-medicine

    53 min

  5. 05/08/2025

    Men’s life expectancy is less than women’s. Why is that?

    We are learning lots about the women’s health gap and the impact of the decline in oestrogen on health. But there is SO MUCH MORE being discovered about the impact of biological gender on health. Men’s life expectancy is on average 5 1/2 years less than women’s. Why is that? Could it be the fact that some men lose their Y chromosome as they age? And what impact does the decline on testosterone later in life have on women’s health? Find out more in this week’s Loose Women in Pharma as Sarah and Miriam review some of the recent scientific discoveries related to biological gender and healthIf the discussion piques your interest find out more here: The disappearing Y chromosome - https://lnkd.in/eNHEqHZGTestosterone and OA https://lnkd.in/eVHYbQh6​  ​In other news…​after less than a week of tickets going on sale for INSPIRE! High 5​​​ almost all the early birds have sold out so if you want to join us at Cherry Thinking’s fantastic Thameside venue on Tues July 8th from 430pm - 830pm for our workshop style ‘Futureproof your career’ and networking event get in quick! Big thanks to our sponsors Wordbird, PM Society, Cherry and The Salve Health | Certified B Corporation without whom this would not be possible.And our media partner CONEXEN INSPIRE! High 5 tickets are on sale here - https://lnkd.in/eGUxq3W8We still have a couple of sponsor slots available so contact Sarah or Miriam if you want to know more.Have a great weekend everyone!

    15 min

  6. 05/08/2025

    INSPIRE! Hi5 is here - future-proof your careers

    This week the Loose Women in Pharma, ​Sarah and Miriam, discuss their upcoming INSPIRE! Hi5 event focused on future-proofing our careers amidst rapid technological changes and all the global uncertainty. They discuss the power of humanity to adapt and evolve and the importance of embracing change even if we feel resistance because of the huge breakthroughs it can yield. They reflect on how opening up to new perspectives has led to significant medical breakthroughs such as for stomach ulcers and cervical cancer.And how research is now indicating that Alzheimer’s Disease is triggered by the Herpes Simplex 1 virus, opening up whole new approaches to treating or preventing this horrendous ever-growing disease.https://lnkd.in/gpmCKU7R So let go of the resistance and lean into change. We’re here to help!INSPIRE! Hi-5 tickets will be going on sale to the Get me In! list on Friday 2nd May so look out for the email with the ticket link. Tickets are expected to go fast. Tickets go on sale to everyone else on Wednesday 7th May 🎟️ INSPIRE! Hi-5 will be taking place on Tuesday July 8th 430-830pm at Cherry's beautiful Thames-side offices in London. Big thanks to Cherry & The Salve Health | Certified B Corporation for sponsoring this event. More sponsors to be announced soon…. Big thanks too to our media partner CONEXEN and John Pinching at PharmaTimes Media Ltd whose latest edition includes an article all about the last year and future plans for Women in Pharma https://lnkd.in/eTFz4EEd

    15 min

  7. 05/08/2025

    Embracing the Chaos – Control, Randomness & Women's Evolution 👐

    In this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode, Sarah and Miriam unpack the illusion of control and how it shapes our daily lives. From the unpredictability of existence to the historical journey of women’s rights, they explore the tension between structure and spontaneity — and how learning to let go can be a radical act of self-compassion. Topics we touch on: 🔶 Why “control” might be holding us back 🔶 The randomness of life and how to navigate it 🔶 A brief history of women and autonomy 🔶 How self-compassion plays a role in the modern woman's experience

    15 min

  8. 05/08/2025

    How comfortable do you feel right now?

    In this week's episode of Loose Women in Pharma, Sarah and Miriam explore the pervasive sense of discomfort in today's unpredictable world.What will happen next in our industry? What is happening in the world at large? What will this mean for our own lives and for those we love? It’s not easy feeling uncomfortable. We do lots to avoid it. Some of it healthy, some less so. The pace and unpredictability of the changes we are all facing personally and professionally - from the impact of AI on our roles and lives to getting comfortable with getting out of our own comfort zones we all need strategies for future-proofing oneself in today’s rapidly changing environment. Today’s conversation emphasises the need for emotional awareness, healthy habits, and resilience in the face of uncertainty. Happy listening!

    15 min
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The Loose Women in Pharma podcast is hosted by Miriam Kenrick & Sarah Sowerby. It is a service to, & voice for, all the brilliant women working in the pharma industry. Our dream is to create a network where we can: INSPIRE by sharing stories SUPPORT each other to fulfil our potential SHAPE how our industry evolves to better serve womenkind You can expect upbeat inspo, ideas, great guests and chat from two people who know what it’s like to try to improve lives; fulfil their own potential; all while trying to have a life outside work. We’ll be getting real about our challenges and solutions.

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  • Creator
    Miriam Kenrick & Sarah Sowerby
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    79
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Miriam Kenrick & Sarah Sowerby
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