In Conversation With The FLIP

This this episode, Sara interviews Yan Zhuchen-Mander and Cassie Rocks from The Flip, a non-profit promoting transparency and equality in publishing. The Flip, founded in 2019, highlights diverse voices on challenging topics like menopause and mental health. Yan and Cassie discuss their roles in publishing and the importance of visibility, mentorship, and advocacy in publishing. The Flip's recent workforce survey focuses on neurodiversity, AI, and caring responsibilities. Both share their current reads, highlighting diverse narratives and impactful nonfiction.

Interviewees

The FLIP 

The FLIP - Female Leadership in Publishing

Twitter @_TheFLIP

Instagram @femaleleadershipinpublishing

LinkedIn : the-flip 

Mentioned in this episode:

Harper Collins Elevate: Twitter: @ElevateHC_     Instagram: @elevatehc_

People of Publishing: https://www.publishers.org.uk/people-of-publishing/

Bookseller Rising Star: https://www.thebookseller.com/rising-stars-2025

The FLIP interview with Dr Zaahida Nabagereka: https://www.the-flip.co.uk/interviews/dr-zaahida-nabagereka

Penguin Lit In Colour Campaign: https://www.penguin.co.uk/about/social-impact/lit-in-colour/about

The Runnymede Trust: https://www.runnymedetrust.org/

The London Book Fair: https://www.londonbookfair.co.uk/en-gb.html

Bradford Literature Festival: https://www.bradfordlitfest.co.uk/

Hosted and edited by Sara Young  (SYP North Podcast Officer)

Twitter: @SYP_UK

Website: https://thesyp.org.uk 

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