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Women, Actually

News, Culture & Issues Shaping Women’s Lives

Hosted by Oonagh Gonzales · New episodes daily

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The Invisible Ring: Care Homes, Crisis, and the Women Who Held the Line | Women, Actually

Oct 21, 2026 · 9 min

In this episode of Women, Actually, host Oonagh Gonzales examines the devastating failures of the UK’s care home system during the pandemic, drawing on findings from the independent inquiry chaired by Heather Hallett. This is not just a…

The Cost of a Scratch: Why Travel Insurance Isn't Just Paperwork | Women, Actually

Oct 20, 2026 · 8 min

In this episode of Women, Actually, host Oonagh Gonzales explores the critical importance of travel insurance, moving beyond the perception of it as mere bureaucratic paperwork to reveal it as an essential act of self-care and financial…

Solo Autumn Walks: Finding Joy, Safety & Silence in the Wild | Women, Actually

Oct 19, 2026 · 9 min

In this episode of Women, Actually, host Oonagh Gonzales explores the complex emotional and logistical landscape of solo autumn walks for women. This is not just a travel or fitness guide; it is a deep dive into the intersection of mental…

Tiny Wings, Massive Journeys: What Monarch Tracking Teaches Us About Resilience | Women, Actually

Oct 18, 2026 · 8 min

In this episode of Women, Actually, host Oonagh Gonzales explores the profound parallels between monarch butterfly migration and human resilience. This discussion is designed for listeners seeking meaningful commentary on personal growth…

Why We Can’t Stop Dancing: The Hidden Science of Joy | Women, Actually

Oct 17, 2026 · 8 min

In this episode of Women, Actually, host Oonagh Gonzales explores the hidden science and cultural significance of dancing as a vital source of joy, connection, and physiological reset. This is not just about partying; it is an exploration…

NHS Ward Changes: Privacy, Dignity & The Hard Choices | Women, Actually

Oct 16, 2026 · 9 min

In this episode of Women, Actually, host Oonagh Gonzales explores the profound implications of NHS England’s new guidance on single-sex wards, a policy shift that allocates inpatient sleeping and bathroom facilities based on biological sex…

Nara Smith on Motherhood, Mislabeling & The Quiet Power of Choice | Women, Actually

Oct 11, 2026 · 9 min

In this episode of Women, Actually, host Oonagh Gonzales explores the complex cultural conversation surrounding Nara Smith, a model and mother of four who has been frequently labeled as a 'tradwife' by online critics. The discussion moves…

Jennifer Welch’s Honest Break: When Politics Feels Like Family Drama | Women, Actually

Oct 10, 2026 · 3 min

In this episode of Women, Actually, host Oonagh Gonzales explores the emotional undercurrents of modern political discourse through the lens of Jennifer Welch’s recent commentary. This discussion is essential for listeners who feel…

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