She Who Dares, Wins.
Tired of playing by the rules? The She Who Dares Wins podcast is for the women who reject convention, challenge expectations, and carve their own damn way through life. Hosted by Michelle Hands—former construction engineer turned fearless storyteller—this podcast dives deep into the raw, unfiltered journeys of women who refuse to fit the mold.
If you've ever battled imposter syndrome, hesitated to take a risk, or felt the pressure to conform, this is your space. Expect bold conversations with trailblazers, adventurers, and industry disruptors who share their real stories of breaking barriers, building confidence, and rewriting success on their own terms.
🚀 What You'll Get:
✔️ No-fluff, high-impact conversations with women pushing boundaries
✔️ First-time experience stories & unconventional career pivots
✔️ Tactical steps to crush fear & own your confidence
✔️ Insights into thriving in male-dominated spaces
✔️ The perfect mix of adventure, risk-taking, and personal growth
This isn't your typical self-help show—it’s a call to action for women who want more. More adventure. More freedom. More hell yes moments. Tune in and join a community of unstoppable women who dare to win.
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- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 39 minutes
- Episodes
- 138
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
Riding the Fast Lane: From Fashion to Motorcycles with Clare Alexander
Tune in to the full episode to join Michelle and Claire in this invigorating discussion that dives into the intersection of personal passions and professional life. Discover valuable lessons and gain…
More Than a Fighter: Christina Pheadona's Crusade for Equality in the Ring
About the Guest:
Christina Pheadona is a passionate Muay Thai fighter who discovered her love for martial arts at the young age of four. Over the years, she has transitioned from karate to kickboxing …
Beyond Glitter: Crafting Success with Jewellery Maker Emma White
Episode Summary:
In this engaging episode of the "She Who Dares Wins" podcast, we meet the talented Emma White, a semifinalist and runner-up on the renowned TV show "All That Glitters." Known for her …
Rowing Against the Tide: Lara Vafiadis's Tale of Sea, Grit, and Gumption
Lara is an experienced sailor and ocean rower. Growing up in a family that loved sailing and adventure, Lara developed a passion for the ocean from a young age. Instead of pursuing a traditional univ…
Embracing the Unknown with Kelsey Erickson: A Journey of Curiosity and Change
About the Guest:
Kelsey Erickson is a highly accomplished professional in the field of sports psychology and athlete support. She holds a Master's degree in Sports Psychology from Leeds Beckett Univer…
S:3 EP:11 Ashley Mullinger, a fisherman and advocate for women in the fishing industry
Advocating for Women on the Sea
In this episode of the She Who Dares Wins podcast, I speak with Ashley Mullinger, a fisherman and advocate for women in the fishing industry. She left the monotony of o…
S3: EP:10 Plumber Kelly Ireland on Learning how to overcome your fear and gain the confidence to run your own business.
How Kelly Transitioned from An Apprentice to a Businessowner During the Pandemic
In this episode of the She Who Dares Wins podcast, I speak with Kelly Ireland, a MasterPlumber based in Philadelphia, U…
S3: EP:9 Elizabeth: Becoming A Successful Pilot
In this episode of the She Who Dares Wins podcast, I speak with Elizabeth Sullen, a pilot in the air force. Elizabeth didn’t realize she wanted to become a pilot until she struggled with choosing the…
S3: EP:8 The Ups and Downs of Construction Management and Leadership with Elly Hart
The Ups and Downs of Construction Management and Leadership
In this episode of the She Who Dares Wins podcast, I speak with Elly Hart, a former apprentice carpenter who recently moved into a managemen…
S3: EP:7 Kate Rieling how to be positive and confident to establish your position as a woman working in a man’s world of construction
How To Persevere with Positivity as A Woman in Construction
In this episode of the She Who Dares Wins podcast, I speak with Kate Rieling, a construction project manager for a civil site contractor in …
S:3 EP:6 Katie Kelleher - Advocating for A Conducive Work Environment for Women in Construction
Advocating for A Conducive Work Environment for Women in Construction
In this episode of the She Who Dares Wins podcast, I speak with Katie Kelleher, a crane driver for the last 6 years. Katie never p…
S3: EP:5 Deliveroo head of engineering Rahma Javed discusses the hard truths about the male dominated tech industry.
In this episode of the She Who Dares Wins podcast, I speak with Rahma Javed, the director of Engineering at Deliveroo. She’s originally from Canada and has a background in computer engineering. She h…
S:3 EP:4 Liv Conlon- Age is just a number in business and confidence is a muscle we need to build with time.
S3: EP:3 Electrician Lara Kelly on Sharing Her Experience Working in a Man’s World on Social Media
Lara Kelly on Sharing Her Experience Working in a Man’s World on Social Media
In this episode of She Who Dares Wins podcast, I speak with Lara Kelly, an apprentice electrician in industrial and coal m…
S3: EP:2 Female automotive technician Brandy, tells us all about the challenging but rewarding male dominated world of cars, and why setting boundaries at work is so important.
In this episode, I sit with Brandy who is an automotive technician from Baltimore, USA. She shares her story of growing up around cars with both her father and grandfather being mechanics and later w…
S3: EP:1 Nicole Bremner: Learning to Navigate the Challenges of Being a Property Project Manager
Learning to Navigate the Challenges of Being a Property Project Manager
In the episode today, I talk to Nicole, a project manager in the property development industry. She has been in the industry for…
S:2 EP:15 Project Surveyor Anjali Pindoria discusses the importance of relationships at work, and fighting cultural norms to find a rewarding career in construction.
Project Surveyor Anjali discusses the importance of relationships at work, and fighting cultural norms to find a rewarding career in construction.
In this episode I talk to Anjali, a project surveyor …
S2:14 Female Stone Mason Rachael, talks us through the ancient old trade and why she wished she had found it sooner.
In this weeks episode I got to chat with Stone Mason apprentice Rachael Wragg. Rachel is currently learning the trade at Lincoln Cathedral. Rachaels talks about finding her passion and purpose for wo…
S:2 EP:13 Barbie the welder/Metal artist shares her inspiring story with us!
Barbie the welder talks us through her journey of hardship and passion and how she followed her dreams of becoming a welding artist. After watching a scene from a movie which featured a female welde…
S2:EP12 Crane driver Ashleigh Kaliszuk from Alberta shares her tip tips for surviving in construction.
On this week’s episode, our special guest is crane driver Ashleigh Kaliszuk from Alberta, Canada. Ashleigh discusses how she became a crane driver, completely by fluke, and how at first, she didn’t l…