The FEMCAST
The FEMCAST is a podcast and website, driven by a passion for empowering women and promoting gender equality, making a positive impact through storytelling, advocacy, and creating a supportive community to act as an inspiration to others who aspire to effect change.
Through The FEMCAST, we are making it our mission to educate, empower, and encourage women to harness the power of their voices, share their stories, and raise awareness of the crucial issues affecting women today.
By amplifying women's voices and prioritising their well-being, welfare, and mental health, The FEMCAST aims to strengthen women's rights and celebrate the achievements of women everywhere.
The FEMCAST serves as a movement fuelled by women's voices, ideas, and vision, striving for equality. We are committed to making a difference in society, getting involved in important social and political issues, advocating for equality, challenging societal norms and striving to build a more inclusive and equitable world for all.
Episodes
27 episodes
The Hidden Epidemic of Gaslighting and Psychological Abuse
What happens when manipulation becomes a management style?In this powerful listener-submitted story, we expose the hidden epidemic of psychological abuse and gaslighting in the workplace. From shifting goalposts to manufactured ...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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55:59
The Power of Empathy
The Gaslit Brain Series: When Empathy WinsThis week, empathy won.With Catherine Connolly elected as Ireland’s new president, we’ve witnessed what it looks like when leadership is grounded in courage, clarity...
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1:04:08
The Neuroscience of Gaslighting and the Breakdown of Empathy
In this episode of The FEMCAST, we dive deep into the brains of gaslighters and abusers — and what science can teach us about empathy, manipulation, and the cycle of abuse.With Dr. Jen Fraser, we explore how neglec...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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52:54
DARVO: The Abuser’s Playbook
What happens when you report abuse — and suddenly you become the problem?That’s not confusion. It’s a strategy. It’s called DARVO: Deny. Attack. Reverse Victim and Offender.In this episode of T...
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37:45
🚨 Gaslighting Explained: How Manipulation Rewires the Brain
Gaslighting is the manipulation tactic of our age — and it’s spreading fast.In this episode we explore how gaslighting affects the brain, the psychological patterns of manipulation, and the hidden toll of workplace gaslighting. Learn...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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53:52
When the Police Become the Predator with Cathy Oddie
⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of domestic violence, sexual violence, stalking, coercive control, and police misconduct.In this gripping and courageous episode of The FEMCAST, we meet Cathy Oddie, a woman who endu...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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1:06:36
Breaking Free and Moving Forward with Louize Yafai
In this episode of The FEMCAST, we sit down with Accredited Breakup, Divorce & Domestic Abuse Coach Louize Yafai to explore how she helps clients navigate trauma, divorce, toxic relationships, and co-parenting—without reliving the pain....
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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37:58
NEVER A VICTIM – Robert Kaiser on Men's Violence Against Women
NEVER A VICTIM – Robert Kaiser on Preventing Violence Against Women🔴 Why does violence against women persist — and how can we stop it?Today, we’re joined by Robert Kaiser, a global authority on violence prevention and the founde...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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1:24:08
The Science of Manifestation & the Power of Mindset
✨ Manifestation & the Power of Mindset: Unlock the Life You Deserve ✨What if the secret to transforming your life was already within you? In this episode, we explore the power of manifestation, the subconscious mind, and the energy ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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49:26
Fertility, Trauma & the Journey to Parenthood with Fertility Expert Helena Tubridy
Struggling to conceive? Feeling unheard, unseen, and exhausted by the emotional toll? You’re not alone. In this episode, I sit down with Helena Tubridy, a former midwife turned fertility coach and therapist, who has been helping pe...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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1:10:02
What We Ignore in Workplaces Fuels Violence Everywhere - It’s Time for Zero Tolerance
🚨 What we ignore in the workplace is fueling a far bigger crisis. 🚨Toxic workplaces don’t just stay within office walls, they seep into our homes, our communities, and our relationships. When passive-aggressive managers, insidious...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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50:30
The Hidden Connection with Gaming Addiction & Neurodiversity
🎮 Gaming Addiction & ADHD: The Hidden Connection 🎮Did you know that over 50% of individuals struggle with gaming addiction?In our latest podcast episode, "The Hidden Connection with Gaming Addiction & Neur...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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1:04:06
Shining a Light on Sexual Harassment and Rape Culture
Welcome to today's episode. We're diving into a critical topic, the groundbreaking mission of Reportd.ie, as we talk to founder, Emily O’Gorman. Recent high-profile rape cases have shone a harsh light on...
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43:22
A Mother's Quest - The Hidden Epidemic of Domestic Violence and Suicide
Breaking the Silence - Julie Adams' Fight Against Domestic ViolenceJoin us for a powerful episode as we delve into the story of Julie Adams, a mother turned advocate after her daughter Molly's tragic suicide following relentless domesti...
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1:33:59
Out of the Shadows - Amplifying the Voices of Older Women Impacted by Domestic Violence
Meet Carrie Bower, a passionate advocate for older women affected by domestic abuse. In this episode of The FEMCAST, we dive into a topic that too often goes unnoticed - domestic violence against older women As a Domestic Abuse Pol...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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45:19
Sound Is Your Superpower - Charlotte Davies Mission to Transform Education
Discover how sound can be your superpower in this captivating episode featuring Charlotte Davies, the visionary founder of Fit 2 Learn. Join us as Charlotte unveils her groundbreaking approac...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:11:17
Turning Trauma into Triumph - Colette Martin's Story and the Ongoing Battle Against Domestic Violence
Welcome to this episode of The FEMCAST, where we delve into the inspiring and courageous journey of Colette Martin. Listener discretion is advised, as this episode discusses violence. In 1997, Colette survived a ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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53:09
Unmasking the Dark Side of Popularity - A Deep Dive into Gaslighting and Trauma
🎙️ Unmasking the Dark Side of Popularity - A Deep Dive into Gaslighting and Trauma 🎙️Join us for a gripping episode of The FEMCAST as we welcome back Dr Jennifer Fraser, the brilliant mind behind "The Bullied Brain," to unravel the chil...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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48:17
From Stardom to Survival: Sam Beckinsale's Journey Through Coercive Control and Domestic Abuse
Episode Bio:🎬 From the Spotlight to the Shadows: Sam Beckinsale's Untold Story 🌟Ever wondered what happens when the glitz and glamour of a successful acting career collide with the dark reality of domestic abuse? Jo...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:13:07
The Bullied Brain Episode 8
In this episode, Dr Jen Fraser and I focus on the interplay between science and the profound social challenges that plague our world and the societal issues we face today. Rather than viewing them solely as moral quandaries, we are encouraged t...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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58:59
The Bullied Brain Episode 7
This episode opens by highlighting a pressing issue: the recent femicides that have occurred, all of which could have been prevented (this episode was recorded in January 2023). Dr Jen Fraser and I talk about the violence leading to these tragi...
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59:13
The Bullied Brain Episode 6
TRIGGER WARNING - we talk about violence and suicide by women after years of abuse.In this episode of #TheBulliedBrain Dr Jen Fraser and I discuss the issue of abuse in relationships, particularly focusing on the abuse experienced by wo...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:02:00
The Bullied Brain Episode 5
On this episode of #TheBulliedBrain Dr JenFraser and I, talk about statistics and studies around bullying in schools and the need for an upstream approach to address the issue.We highlight the impact of bullying on children. We talk abou...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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1:05:59
The Bullied Brain Episode 4
In this episode of #TheBulliedBrain Dr Jen Fraser and I, talk about narcissists, psychopaths, and Machiavellians, collectively referred to as the "dark triad."Dr Fraser explains how narcissists have a destructive impact on the lives of t...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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1:00:51