Tradeswomen Together
For Women in Trade. By Women in Trade.Join Hattie Hasan MBE and Steph Leese as they drill into the reality of being a woman in the trades. From breaking into the industry to running a successful business, and everything in between, they'll tackle the unique challenges and triumphs women face; and inspire the next generation of tradeswomen.Hattie and Steph will be joined by the country’s finest tradeswomen to share invaluable tips, eye-opening experiences, and amplify the voices of hard-working women across the industry.This is as much your show as it is theirs, to get involved email studio@fixradio.co.ukNew Episodes every other Friday.
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Celebrating Award winning Tradeswomen!
Friday, 14 November 2025
Join Hattie Hasan MBE and Steph Leese as they celebrate the success of women in construction and trades. Discover if winning a trade award brings praise or pain, and learn how we can properly celebrate the dedication and hard work of tradeswomen across the UK.Featuring Florence Jordan, the Women in Trade Champion for the Wales and Midlands region at the Checkatrade Awards, and Amy Brown, the National Apprentice of the Year winner. They discuss the vital recognition they've earned, the career impact it's had, and why celebrating female trades professionals is crucial for inspiring the next g...
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On-site Horror Stories.
Friday, 31 October 2025
Join Hattie Hasan MBE and Steph Leese as they explore the spookier side of the construction industry! This week, in the spirit of Halloween, they're trading the tools for the tales of unexpected On-site Horror Stories.Listen in as they, and their guests, delve into the scary and supernatural challenges of working in the trades. They’ll be joined by Jen Gardner (Jen the Decorator) to hear about a truly horrifying client experience, and Stonemason Rachel Wragg shares fascinating insights from working in Lincoln Cathedral—a place nearly a thousand years old, full of ritual protection marks (or...
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Tradeswomen Success Stories!
Friday, 17 October 2025
Need proof that women can be extremely successful in the trades? Join Hattie and Steph as they celebrate the success of tradeswomen across the UK. They speak to Princess Spark (Suzy), a fantastic female electrician, who shares her journey on the tools, which has led her to her dream job, and Lily Moore, a phenomenal newly qualified apprentice who’s immediately started her own business!New Episodes bi-weekly every Friday at 2 PM.Want to be on the show or have something for Hattie and Steph to talk about? Email: Studio@fixradio.co.ukListen to Fix Radio on DAB, on your smart speaker, or at htt...
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Working a Skilled Trade with a Disability
Friday, 3 October 2025
Join pioneering tradeswomen Hattie Hasan, MBE, and Steph Leese as they pull back the curtain on the reality of working in a male-dominated industry. In this episode, they're joined by fellow tradeswomen Clare Fitzmaurice and Pixie Esperanza, who share their personal experiences working in the skilled trades with a disability. They’ll explore the challenges and triumphs of succeeding in construction while living with a chronic illness or disability.New Episodes bi-weekly every Friday at 2 PM.Want to be on the show or have something for Hattie and Steph to talk about? Email: Studio@fixradio.c...
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6. Pricing jobs - Are you undercutting yourself?
Friday, 19 September 2025
Join Hattie Hasan MBE and Steph Leese as they delve into the challenges and realities of working in a male-dominated industry. In this episode, the spotlight is on pricing and pay. Are you charging what you're worth, and how can you be sure you're charging the right amount?Hattie and Steph are joined by tradeswomen Lindsey Meadows and Sophie Keepance, each at different stages of their careers. Together, they explore the common pricing struggles women face in the trades and share practical insights to help you quote with confidence, every timeNew Episodes bi-weekly every Friday at 2 PM.Want ...
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5. Women's Workwear: Does It Really Exist?
Friday, 5 September 2025
Join Hattie Hasan MBE and Steph Leese as they and their guests delve into the realities of working in a male-dominated industry. This episode explores the reality of women's workwear, does it really exist, and how can it be found by SME’s?They'll be speaking with Wendy Gaynor-Barrett, a strategic development manager at the workwear company Arco, and Sophie Petrie, CEO of the women's workwear supplier Work Boutique. They'll explore why having proper workwear is so important, and share advice on how you can find it.New Episodes bi-weekly every Friday at 2 PM.Want to be on the show or have som...
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4. Education: How Women Can Build Futures In Construction And The Trades!
Friday, 22 August 2025
Join Hattie Hasan MBE and Steph Leese as they and their guests delve into the realities of working in a male-dominated industry. This episode tackles the challenging topic of how to increase the number of women in construction and the trades.Hattie and Steph will be joined by Nikki Davis, the first female and current principal and CEO of Leeds College of Building, and Sianna Borland, a Level 3 electrical apprentice, as they share their insights and explore pathways and roadblocks for aspiring tradeswomen!New Episodes bi-weekly every Friday at 2 PM.Want to be on the show or have something fo...
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3. The Terrible Facilities For Women In The Trades!
Friday, 8 August 2025
Join Hattie Hasan MBE and Steph Leese as they and their guests delve into the realities of working in male-dominated industries. In this episode, they focus on a topic that often gets overlooked: toilet facilities for women in the trades.Hattie and Steph will be joined by toilet expert and The Loo of the Year Awards Managing Director, Becky Wall, along with plumber Anna and landscaper Kerry. They dive into every toilet-related issue, including how poor facilities are deterring young women from joining the trades and the mental health impacts a dirty toilet can have. New Episodes bi-weekly e...
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2. Female Opportunity In The Trades.
Friday, 25 July 2025
Join Hattie Hasan MBE and Steph Leese as they are joined by two inspiring tradeswomen, plumber Alice Illidge and carpenter Emily Kitchin, to delve into the realities of working in male-dominated industries. This episode tackles the unique challenges faced by women in trades, from navigating maternity leave and the lack of opportunities to the complexities of women-only projects. Hattie, Steph, and their guests openly share the most difficult aspects of their careers and highlight the distinct experiences that come with being a woman in the trades.New Episodes bi-weekly every Friday at 2 PM....
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1. Introducing Tradeswomen Together.
Friday, 11 July 2025
Join Hattie Hasan MBE and Steph Leese as they share their personal journeys into the trades, exploring why their experiences have been vastly different from men's.They'll dive into their individual stories of learning the ropes, reveal what inspired Hattie to bring tradeswomen together through her Women Installers Together (WIT) event, and find out what Steph's comfort food is!Contact Hattie and Steph - Studio@fixradio.co.ukNew Episodes bi-weekly every Friday at 2 PM.Want to be on the show or have something for Hattie and Steph to talk about? Email: Studio@fixradio.co.ukListen to Fix Radio ...
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Coming Soon - Tradeswomen Together with Hattie & Steph
Wednesday, 9 July 2025
Tradewomen together with Hattie and Steph coming soon to a podcast platform near you.Like, subscribe and share!New Episodes bi-weekly every Friday at 2 PM.Want to be on the show or have something for Hattie and Steph to talk about? Email: Studio@fixradio.co.ukListen to Fix Radio on DAB, on your smart speaker, or at https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
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