Makers & Shapers

Makers & Shapers
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Makers & Shapers is the podcast for women building businesses that matter - with courage, integrity, and real impact. Hosted by Rebecca Downie and Megha Singh, founders of the Makers & Shapers Awards, we sit down with award winners, judges, sponsors, and community leaders to hear the real stories behind what they've built: the risks, the setbacks, and the decisions nobody else sees. Because the women making the biggest difference aren't always the ones making the most noise. Real talk on business, money, visibility, leadership, and what it actually takes to build something that lasts - for female founders and business leaders in Singapore and beyond. Applications for the 2027 Awards open 4 January. To apply, nominate, sponsor, or judge, head to makersandshapers.com. Subscribe so you don't miss what's coming next.

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    Ep 6 - Becky Hunter, Raising Kids to Think Critically in the Age of AI

    How can we help children develop critical thinking skills when AI can give them an answer in seconds? And how do we keep them curious, confident and willing to get things wrong? In episode 6 of the Makers & Shapers Podcast, Rebecca Downie and Megha Singh talk about AI in education and raising independent thinkers with Becky Hunter, Deputy Head of Primary at Dover Court International School in Singapore. We both use AI in our businesses every day. But as parents, we’re still working out what our children need to learn about it, when it can help, and when they need to work things out for themselves. So we brought our questions to Becky. IN THIS EPISODE • How can parents and teachers help children think for themselves when answers are instant? • How do we encourage curiosity and help children feel comfortable getting things wrong? • How can we encourage girls to speak up when they’re still getting messages about being nice and not making a fuss? • What can school productions teach us about confidence, expectations and letting children enjoy their own achievements? • Why can AI describe a pizza without ever having tasted one, and what does that teach children about information versus experience? • What is metacognition, or “thinking about your thinking”, and how does it fit into children’s learning? There are some familiar parenting moments along the way, including realising that your child is perfectly happy with their small part in the school production, even if you had other ideas. Dover Court supported our Kindest Business Award this year, and we’re both Dover mums, so Becky was always going to get the full parent interrogation. EXPLORE SKILLS AI CAN’T MATCH Find out how Nord Anglia Education, the school group Dover Court belongs to, approaches independent thinking, curiosity and resilience. Explore its research with Boston College and global collaborations:  https://www.nordangliaeducation.com/skills-ai-cant-match/index.html?utm_source=makers%26_shapers&utm_medium=paid_referral&utm_campaign=makers%26_shapers_paid_referral_whole_school_nov_2026_dcis&utm_term=podcast MAKERS & SHAPERS AWARDS 2027 Applications open on 4 January 2027. To find out about applying, nominating someone, or getting involved as a sponsor or judge, visit: https://makersandshapers.com CONNECT WITH YOUR HOSTS Rebecca Downie Website: https://www.rebeccadownie.com Email: Rebecca@rebeccadowniephotography.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca.downie.photography/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccadowniephotography Megha Singh Website: https://www.b-inc.asia Email: megha@b-inc.asia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bincbymegha/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bincbymegha/ #AIInEducation #CriticalThinking #MakersAndShapers

  2. Oct 30

    Ep 4 - Do You Discount Before They Even Ask? Batya Shulman on Women, Money & Confidence

    You know that feeling when you say your price out loud, then immediately want to take it back? Or when you offer a discount before anyone even asks? Episode 4 is an honest conversation with Batya Shulman, a partner at St. James's Place, about the four wealth gaps women face, knowing your numbers, and charging confidently. Thank you Batya, for believing in our vision and coming on board as a sponsor in year one. It really meant the world, and enabled us to do more on Gala night! Connect with Batya to discuss your wealth and future finances: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/batya-shulman/ | Email: batya.shulman@sjpp.asia Applications for the 2027 Makers & Shapers Awards open on 4 January. To apply, nominate someone, sponsor or judge, go to makersandshapers.com Connect with your hosts:  Rebecca Downie (www.rebeccadownie.com | @Rebecca.Downie.photography | www.LinkedIn.com/in/rebeccadowniephotography) and  Megha Singh (www.b-inc.asia | @bincbymegha | https://www.linkedin.com/in/bincbymegha/)

  3. Oct 30

    Ep 5 - Stephanie Dickson, Who Are You Without the Company?

    Stephanie Dickson spent ten years building her business. After selling it, she found herself asking: What value do I have outside the company I created? In this episode she talks about how she went from that question to winning the Makers & Shapers 2026 Voice of Influence Award, and why “clarity comes from engagement, not overthinking things.” And now a note from our dear friends and sponsors of this episode: AI-Fluent Mom is an AI education platform for mothers, founded by Singapore-based Anmol Garg, covering how to keep children safe around AI and how to use it confidently yourself. Follow @ai.fluentmom on Instagram and DM the word MAKERS for the free Family AI Safety Checklist. VivaBloomz, founded by Jaslin Sulaiman, is a Singapore-based reflective wellness community for women with full lives who want more space to pause, breathe and hear themselves think. Follow @vivabloomz on Instagram or discover upcoming experiences at https://linktr.ee/vivabloomz. Thank you so much, Anmol and Jaslin, for supporting us! Applications for the 2027 Makers & Shapers Awards open on 4 January 2027. To apply, nominate someone, or get involved as a sponsor or judge, go to https://makersandshapers.com CONNECT WITH YOUR HOSTS Rebecca Downie: Website: https://www.rebeccadownie.com | Email: Rebecca@rebeccadowniephotography.co.uk | Instagram: @Rebecca.Downie.photography | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccadowniephotography Megha Singh: Website: https://www.b-inc.asia | Email: megha@b-inc.asia | Instagram: @bincbymegha | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bincbymegha/

  4. Oct 15

    Ep 3 - Amanda Lim, I Didn’t Have Imposter Syndrome (But I Did)

    Amanda Lim won three awards in one night. And while we were describing her work, she was still thinking: They can't be talking about me. Episode 3 of the Makers & Shapers Podcast is with our inaugural Shaper of the Year. Amanda is co-founder of Lift Clinic (https://liftclinic.org) and co-host of The Forties Formula. We talk about the work that happens behind closed doors, why a noble purpose won't automatically convince someone to work with you, why early success can be the moment to pause, and the conversations with other nominees that left her thinking: “You should get an award for standing here today.” And now a note from our dear friends and sponsors of this episode: Ignite with Impact helps female business owners feel more confident in every branding decision, wherever they're based. Start simple, grow bespoke. Anna Seefeldt, the founder, is giving you a 'Brand Confidence Check' for free. Be one of the first 100 listeners and grab it with the code SHOWUP and you could win even more. Find it all at ignitewithimpact.com/makersandshapers. Purely Family Chiropractic is a chiropractic space in Joo Chiat led by Dr. Clara, a French-Canadian chiropractor specialising in newborns, children, and pregnant mothers. Care here is precise and nervous-system-led, built to support families through pregnancy, birth, and the years that follow. Get a complimentary initial consultation with code Makers & Shapers, worth $110. Thank you so much Anna and Clara for supporting us! Applications for the 2027 Awards open on 4 January. To apply, nominate someone, sponsor or judge, go to makersandshapers.com CONNECT WITH YOUR HOSTS Rebecca Downie: Website: www.rebeccadownie.com | Email: Rebecca@rebeccadowniephotography.co.uk | Instagram: @Rebecca.Downie.photography | LinkedIn: www.LinkedIn.com/in/rebeccadowniephotography Megha Singh: Website: www.b-inc.asia | Email: megha@b-inc.asia | Instagram: @bincbymegha | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bincbymegha/

  5. Oct 8

    Ep 2 - She Applied At An Absolute Low Point

    Malini Kannan was at an absolute low point when she applied for the Makers & Shapers Awards. She didn't think she'd win, she wasn't even trying to. She just wanted to meet her people, other founders who understood what it's like to keep showing up. Then she became our first ever Maker of the Year. In this second episode, Malini joins Rebecca and Megha to talk about self-doubt, building Nūl Global Technologies, and the moment that changed how she sees herself: "Ever since I got that award, I've actually looked at myself a little bit differently... Like, I'm a maker. I made that. I made that happen." You can learn more at: https://nul.global/ Makers & Shapers is the podcast for women building businesses with courage, integrity and real impact. Hosted by Rebecca Downie and Megha Singh, founders of the Makers & Shapers Awards, we sit down with award winners, judges, sponsors and community leaders to hear the real stories behind what they've built: the risks, the setbacks, the lessons and the decisions nobody else sees. Because the women making the biggest difference aren't always the ones making the most noise. Honest conversations on business, money, AI, visibility, leadership and what comes next. Made for female founders and business leaders in Singapore and beyond. Applications for the 2027 Awards open on 4 January. Head to makersandshapers.com to apply, nominate, sponsor or judge.

  6. Oct 1

    Ep 1 - How Makers & Shapers Really Began

    Makers & Shapers is the podcast for women building businesses with courage, integrity and real impact. Hosted by Rebecca Downie and Megha Singh, founders of the Makers & Shapers Awards, we sit down with award winners, judges, sponsors and community leaders to hear the real stories behind what they've built: the risks, the setbacks, the lessons and the decisions nobody else sees. Because the women making the biggest difference aren't always the ones making the most noise. Honest conversations on business, money, AI, visibility, leadership and what comes next. Made for female founders and business leaders in Singapore and beyond. Applications for the 2027 Awards open on 4 January. Head to makersandshapers.com to apply, nominate, sponsor or judge. A huge thank you to Anna Rainn and Anupama, our very first podcast sponsor, for backing what we're building and helping us take these conversations to a wider audience. DISCOVER ANNA RAINN Clothing that makes you look good, do good and feel good! Designed with the everchanging woman’s body in mind, their wrap dresses and tops make you feel comfortable and confident. Get a one-time special if you are from the Makers & Shapers Community : 20% off your order - MSMSRD20 valid till 31st Dec 2026. Website: www.annarainn.com ​​Instagram: @anna.rainn Facebook: @annarainn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/anna-rainn/

    Ep 1 - How Makers & Shapers Really Began
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Makers & Shapers is the podcast for women building businesses that matter - with courage, integrity, and real impact. Hosted by Rebecca Downie and Megha Singh, founders of the Makers & Shapers Awards, we sit down with award winners, judges, sponsors, and community leaders to hear the real stories behind what they've built: the risks, the setbacks, and the decisions nobody else sees. Because the women making the biggest difference aren't always the ones making the most noise. Real talk on business, money, visibility, leadership, and what it actually takes to build something that lasts - for female founders and business leaders in Singapore and beyond. Applications for the 2027 Awards open 4 January. To apply, nominate, sponsor, or judge, head to makersandshapers.com. Subscribe so you don't miss what's coming next.

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  • Creator
    Makers & Shapers
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
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    © 2026 Makers & Shapers
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