Great Women Podcast
Claim This Podcastby Oli and Franny
Podcast Overview
<p>Something amazing happens when a woman decides to go all in. The Great Women Podcast is a deep dive into the lives of those who refuse to stay in their lane.</p><p>We talk to everyone from the business builders disrupting industries and actors bringing complex stories to the screen, to the ultra-marathoners testing the limits of the human body. </p><p>We’re interested in the "how" - the early mornings, the late-night pivots, and the unwavering focus it takes to build a legacy. </p><p>Join hosts Oli and Franny for candid conversations on the mental toughness, the creative risks, and the drive that keeps them moving forward.</p><p> Subscribe to hear the stories behind these GREAT WOMEN!</p>
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Publishing Since
2/24/2026
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Recent Episodes
June 3, 2026
Hillary Graves – Founder of Little Dish – Making Healthy Food Kids Love
<p>In this episode of The Great Women Podcast, we speak to Hillary Graves, founder of Little Dish, about her journey from a marketing career in New York to building one of the UK's leading children's food brands.</p><p>Hillary shares how she identified a gap in the market for nutritious, convenient meals for children and the challenges of creating awareness for a new category. She discusses the importance of staying true to her values while growing the business, and the role advertising, awards and partnerships have played in Little Dish's success.</p><p>We also explore the realities of entrepreneurship, balancing work and family life, and the lessons Hillary has learned along the way.</p><p></p>
May 27, 2026
Laura Palmer and Jessie Sullivan - Founders of Pellerin Books - The Truth About Modern Publishing
<p>In this episode of The Great Women Podcast, we’re joined by Laura Palmer and Jessie Sullivan, founders of Pellerin — the independent publishing house challenging the traditional publishing model and rethinking what long-term support for authors should look like.</p><p>They discuss why so many writers are failed by the industry’s “feast or famine” approach, how discoverability really works in the age of algorithms and shrinking bookshop space, and why building a readership is a marathon, not a three-month publicity window.</p><p>From idealistic pub conversations to launching a mission-driven publishing company, Laura and Jessie share the realities of modern publishing, the pressures facing authors and publishers alike, and why they believe the future of books lies in partnership, persistence and community.</p><p>A fascinating conversation about creativity, business, storytelling and changing an industry from the inside out.</p>
May 19, 2026
Jo Fairley - Founder of Green & Black's - So Much More Than the Queen of Chocolate
<p>What do you do after being told at 16 you're not destined for greatness?</p><p>If you're Jo Fairley, you become the UK's youngest magazine editor at 23, launch an iconic ethical chocolate brand from your Portobello flat, and just... keep going.</p><p>In this episode of The Great Women Podcast, we're joined by the co-founder of Green & Black's, the woman who helped put organic, Fairtrade chocolate on the map long before anyone was talking about conscious consumerism. Jo opens up about the leap of faith it took to build something from nothing, what it really means to trust your instincts, and why purpose-driven business isn't just good ethics, it's good strategy.</p><p>And she was far from done after chocolate.</p><p>Co-creator of The Beauty Bible and now founder of On The Scent, a magazine for fragrance obsessives everywhere. Jo Fairley is proof that a brilliant career isn't one big thing. And something tells us she's not done yet.</p><p>This is a conversation about bold moves, big ideas, and the power of never standing still.</p>
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- What is Great Women Podcast?
<p>Something amazing happens when a woman decides to go all in. The Great Women Podcast is a deep dive into the lives of those who refuse to stay in their lane.</p><p>We talk to everyone from the business builders disrupting industries and actors bringing complex stories to the screen, to the ultra-marathoners testing the limits of the human body. </p><p>We’re interested in the "how" - the early mornings, the late-night pivots, and the unwavering focus it takes to build a legacy. </p><p>Join hosts Oli and Franny for candid conversations on the mental toughness, the creative risks, and the drive that keeps them moving forward.</p><p> Subscribe to hear the stories behind these GREAT WOMEN!</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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