Against the Tide is the podcast where extraordinary social changemakers share their stories and wisdom.
More than a podcast— Against the Tide is a movement celebrating the courageous women who refuse to be bound by traditional expectations and instead, forge their own path toward making a difference.
What you’ll learn from listening:
The power of transcending societal and personal expectations to unlock your true potential.
How seeking inspiration beyond your immediate circle can broaden your perspective and fuel your mission.
The benefits of embracing discomfort as a catalyst for growth and transformative change.
Insights into behaviour change theories related to self-perception and identity.
The driving forces behind inspirational women who persist through adversity and create lasting impact.
How you'll feel after listening:
Inspired by relatable figures whose stories resonate with their aspirations and challenges.
Energised to make a difference with the motivation and clarity needed to turn their vision into action.
A renewed sense of power and agency to drive the change you want to see in the world.
Listen to inspirational women working in the social impact world who prove that when we dare to swim against the tide extraordinary things can happen.
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Psychologist Isabelle Fielding was the very first guest on Against the Tide series 1. Now she returns to join Jo for a special reflective episode exploring the themes that have emerged across the series.
Together they unpack why self-awareness is the foundation of courageous leadership, how self-doubt can become a strength rather than a weakness, and why your community, curiosity and purpose can help you navigate life's biggest challenges. Drawing on stories from previous guests, they explore what it really means to swim against the tide.
Whether you're leading others or simply trying to better understand yourself, this conversation will inspire you to start with the one person you can change: yourself.
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27 Jul 2026
Faith in the journey
Rimla Akhtar is a sports leader and changemaker who has broken barriers throughout her career. From representing Great Britain as part of the first Muslim women's football team to becoming the first Muslim woman on the Football Association board, her journey has been guided by purpose rather than personal ambition.
In this conversation with Jo, Rimla reflects on growing up in North London, the influence of her family and faith, and why leadership is about leaving things better than you found them. She shares how trusting the process, rather than chasing titles, has shaped every stage of her remarkable career.
This episode is for anyone striving to create lasting change. Rimla's story will inspire you to swim against the tide of ego and lead with purpose.
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20 Jul 2026
Fighting Forward
Justina Williams is an award-winning entrepreneur, motivational speaker and former elite judo champion whose life has been marked by extraordinary resilience. From sporting success as a child to homelessness, violence and rebuilding her life against overwhelming odds, she has refused to let adversity define her.
In this conversation with Jo, Justina reflects on the lessons sport taught her, the devastating loss of her father, and the determination that carried her through some of life's darkest moments. She shares why failure is never the end, how resilience is built one step at a time, and why hope is always worth holding onto.
This episode is for anyone facing setbacks or wondering whether they have the strength to begin again. Justina's story will inspire you to swim against the tide of adversity and keep moving forward.
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