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Woman's Hour

BBC Radio 4 2000 Episodes Jul 18, 2026

Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.

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Weekend Woman's Hour: ADHD and hormones, 'Leaning out' at work, Sarah Hadland
Weekend Woman's Hour: ADHD and hormones, 'Leaning out' at work, Sarah Hadland Jul 18, 2026 3418 What impact do hormones have on women with ADHD? A pioneering study by Kings College and Queen Mary University in London is putting the link to the test, by asking 50 women who are medicated for their ADHD to track their menstrual cycle. Report academic Dr Jessica Agnew-Blais and Laura Mears-Reynolds from the charity ADHDAF+ join presenter Nuala McGovern to discuss why the research matters.This w
Shabana Mahmood profiled, Make-up free photos, World Cup female lead medic
Shabana Mahmood profiled, Make-up free photos, World Cup female lead medic Jul 17, 2026 3438 There is speculation today that the Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood will become Chancellor when the incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces his Cabinet on Monday. Whoever takes on the role will face quite the in-tray: high debt, low growth, welfare reform, defence spending, and the economic fallout from the US-Israel war with Iran, to name a few issues. So, if it's Shabana Mahmood, how might
Child sexual abuse figures, Filming of female athletes, First night of the Proms
Child sexual abuse figures, Filming of female athletes, First night of the Proms Jul 16, 2026 3446 New research from the Centre of Expertise on Child Sexual Abuse suggests one in five girls and one in ten boys experience sexual abuse during childhood. Yet the organisation says only a fraction of those children are ever identified by professionals. We discuss the findings with the Centre's Deputy Director, Anna Glinski, and ask why so many children are still being missed.The European Broadcastin
'Leaning Out', Sarah Ruggins, Podcast on Asma al-Assad, Obesity
'Leaning Out', Sarah Ruggins, Podcast on Asma al-Assad, Obesity Jul 15, 2026 3443 A new report from the Health and Social Care Committee says customers are being pushed towards products high in fat, sugar and salt which are typically cheaper than more nutritious food and that the government's food policy needs overhauling. The chair of the committee, Liberal Democrat MP Layla Moran, talks to Nuala McGovern about their recommendations.New analysis in The Economist suggests after
ADHD and hormones, When co-habiting couples separate, God of War
ADHD and hormones, When co-habiting couples separate, God of War Jul 14, 2026 3450 What impact do hormones have on women with ADHD? A first of its kind study by Kings College and Queen Mary University in London is putting the link to the test, by asking 50 women who have ADHD and are taking medication for it to track their menstrual cycle. They will log the impact it has on their ADHD symptoms, and daily life more broadly. Report academic Dr Jessica Agnew-Blais and Laura Mears-R
Sarah Hadland, Men Fixated on Violence, Author Jennifer Saint
Sarah Hadland, Men Fixated on Violence, Author Jennifer Saint Jul 13, 2026 3457 Sarah Hadland will be a familiar face to many, having played numerous roles over the years, but is probably best known for her role as Stevie in the BAFTA-nominated sitcom Miranda. Currently on stage in London’s West End, she joins Nuala McGovern to discuss her latest role as Alice in The Truth, a fast-paced comedy of infidelity and duplicity. The second phase of the Southport inquiry will resume
Weekend Woman's Hour: Emma Grede, Clothing and grief, Donor eggs
Weekend Woman's Hour: Emma Grede, Clothing and grief, Donor eggs Jul 11, 2026 3460 Emma Grede is a British entrepreneur and philanthropist who has been featured on Forbes' America’s Richest Self-Made Women list. Emma joins Nuala McGovern to discuss her book Start With Yourself: A New Vision for Work and Life.Parents are being warned about the risks of posting images of their children online due to an increase in AI-generated child abuse imagery. The Internet Watch Foundation fou
Ann Widdecombe remembered, Widow's Fight campaign, Bayeux tapestry replica
Ann Widdecombe remembered, Widow's Fight campaign, Bayeux tapestry replica Jul 10, 2026 3442 This programme was recorded before the police announced an investigation into Ann Widdecombe’s death.Ann Widdecombe's political career spanned decades, serving as Conservative MP for Maidstone for 23 years, and a minister in John Major's government, then later becoming an MEP and joining Reform UK in 2023. She was also well known for her TV appearances including taking part in Strictly Come Danci
Shahrnush Parsipur remembered, Fibroids, Grief and clothing, Olympian health
Shahrnush Parsipur remembered, Fibroids, Grief and clothing, Olympian health Jul 9, 2026 3405 Iranian writer, Shahrnush Parsipur, who spent her life documenting what it meant to be a woman living under repression in Iran, died this week in the US, at the age of 80. Anita Rani talks to Iranian journalist Paxima Mojavvezi about Shahrnush, a pioneer of feminist literature, whose book Women Without Men was banned in Iran, but nevertheless became an underground bestseller. According to the Roya
Businesswoman Emma Grede, Pregnancy termination for medical reasons, New foster care support
Businesswoman Emma Grede, Pregnancy termination for medical reasons, New foster care support Jul 8, 2026 3445 Emma Grede is a British serial entrepreneur, philanthropist, and mother of four. She is the Co-Founder and CEO of Good American, and a founding partner of SKIMS. Recognised for her achievements, Emma has been featured on Forbes' America’s Richest Self-Made Women list. She made history as the first woman of colour to serve as a judge on ABC’s Shark Tank. Emma joins Nuala McGovern to discuss her boo
Finding love, Using donor eggs, VAWG in Northern Ireland
Finding love, Using donor eggs, VAWG in Northern Ireland Jul 7, 2026 3416 New research into IVF and donor eggs suggests that older women face a lower chance of fertility treatment working, even when using young donor eggs - with a marked drop-off from around the age of 49. Experts studying more than 1700 women say the findings challenge the idea that donor eggs can fully "reset" the reproductive clock - BUT that they should not put older couples off trying. Researchers
AI images and children, Emergency contraception, Charlotte Edwardes
AI images and children, Emergency contraception, Charlotte Edwardes Jul 6, 2026 3413 Parents are being warned about the risks of posting images of their children online due to an increase in AI-generated child abuse imagery. The Internet Watch Foundation found 3,440 AI-generated videos of child sexual abuse in 2025, compared with just 13 in 2024. The National Crime Agency says it is increasingly seeing offenders exploit AI technologies to target children in new ways. What's behind

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