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Tough Girl Podcast

Sarah Williams
Adventure
Running
Ultra Running
Anxiety
Personal Transformation
Yoga
Life Coaching
Adventure Travel
Women Empowerment
Inov8
Physical Fitness
Self-Care
Women's Rights
Education
Fatima Haidari
Afghanistan
Triathlon
Southwest Coast Path
Hiking
Tandem Cycling

The Tough Girl Podcast is all about inspiring and motivating YOU! I will be interviewing inspirational women from around the world, who've faced and overcome difficult challenges and situations, they will share their story, their knowledge and provide advice and essential tips for you to overcome your own personal challenges.

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From a council estate on the Isle of Wight to conquering some of Europe's toughest mountain ultras, Charlotte Fisher's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Less than three years ago, she had never run competitively. Today, she's a full-time ult... more

What happens when a dream is so big, so audacious, that you commit to it long before you have the skills, money, or confidence to make it happen?

For Paula Ralph, that dream was to cycle from Cape Town, South Africa to Nordkapp, Norway— a 12,290 km... more

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This week on the Tough Girl Podcast, I'm joined by Sharon Jessop — an ultra-endurance athlete, conservationist, keynote speaker, and serial entrepreneur whose running adventures are driven by a mission to protect rhinos in Africa.

From growing up b... more

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Meet Regine Goh, a national triathlete and endurance athlete from Singapore who has spent her life mastering the art of consistency, resilience, and performance.

From starting competitive swimming at just four years old to transitioning into triat... more

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Regine Goh
National athlete specializing in triathlon, Gen-Z speaker on endurance sports.
Team Singapore National Triathlon Team
Episode: Regine Goh – National Triathlete from Singapore, Endurance Athlete & Gen-Z Speaker on Consistency, Resilience, and Peak Performance
Veronica White
Final year PhD student at the University of Exeter who cycled 2000 miles across England for her research on farming.
University of Exeter
Episode: Veronica White – PhD Student, Cycling 2,000 Miles Across England: Exploring the Future of Farming Through Women's Perspectives
Preet Chandi
World record-holding polar explorer and former British Army officer
Self-employed adventurer
Episode: Captain Preet Chandi MBE – Breaking Boundaries: World Record-Breaking Polar Explorer Inspiring the Next Generation
Julie Weiss
Known as the Marathon Goddess, she ran 52 marathons in 52 weeks and raised over a million dollars for pancreatic cancer research.
Marathon Goddess, Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research
Episode: Julie Weiss – The Marathon Goddess: 52 Marathons in 52 Weeks for Pancreatic Cancer & a Legacy of Hope
Jenn Phillips
Founder of MJ Outdoor Adventures and advocate for women in the outdoors
MJ Outdoor Adventures
Episode: Jenn Phillips - From Medical Menopause to Trail Leader: One Woman's Journey to Outdoor Empowerment
Lilly Canter
Co-Author of Ultra Women: The Trailblazers Defying Sexism in Sport
Episode: Emma Wilkinson – Freelance Health Journalist, Ultra Runner & Co-Author of Ultra Women: The Trailblazers Defying Sexism in Sport
Emma Wilkinson
Co-author of 'Ultra Women' and freelance health journalist
Episode: Lily Canter – Ultra Runner, Women's Running Coach & Co-Author of Ultra Women: The Trailblazers Defying Sexism in Sport
Tania Carmona
Ultrarunner, coach, and podcaster, first Mexican athlete to complete the 5 Deserts Grand Slam.
Episode: Tania Carmona – First Mexican Athlete to Complete the 5 Deserts Grand Slam: Ultrarunner, Coach, and Podcaster
Dr. Sarah Ruggins
An investment professional and world record-breaking endurance cyclist
Episode: Dr. Sarah Ruggins – Record-Breaking Endurance Cyclist on Pushing Limits, Managing Pain, and the Power of Aggressive Patience

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Sarah Williams
Host of the Tough Girl Podcast, dedicated to inspiring and empowering women through storytelling and sharing advice from female adventurers and achievers.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 598 ratings
  • You can’t fail but be inspired!

    Brilliant episodes, hugely inspiring and motivating. Demonstrating anything is possible!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RupinderKaurAWMB
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Inspirational

    I’m so happy to have discovered this podcast. The interviewer and guests have encouraged and motivated me to follow my own tough girl adventures, thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zonnygirl
    New Zealand5 months ago
  • Amazing!

    Love this positive, empowering, amazingly inspiring podcast! Really important to hear these stories first hand from these incredible women doing incredible things! As a girl you can be told a hundred times “you can do anything!” And it doesn’t make the same impact as listening to women who really have done “anything” and to be able to look up to them! Thank you!!🤩

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    India phoebe bird
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • WOW

    Exactly what I needed to get going and live the life I WANT to live. Fun, exciting, sometimes shocking, but always encouraging. So much Information on female specific themes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    5313theCrew
    Germany2 years ago
  • Inspirational stories

    I just recently discovered this podcast after meeting Sarah while she was hiking Te Araroa. Love her approach and the guests that she gets on her podcasts. Have started making my way through her back catalogue

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @ahikiwi1
    New Zealand2 years ago

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Many appreciate the positive atmosphere and the role of the host in fostering engaging conversations.
The storytelling style and diverse range of guests are frequently noted as key strengths, appealing to a broad audience.
Listeners consistently praise the podcast for its inspiring and motivational narratives, highlighting the impact of real-life stories from adventurous women.
The show is recognized for its empowering message, especially for women, transcending traditional narratives in outdoor and fitness discussions.

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Sharon Jessop – Ultra-Endurance Runner & Conservationist: Running 3,500 Miles Across Africa for Rhino Conservation
Q: Did that change the direction of your life?
Sharon reflects on how her encounter with a rhino at 16 ignited her passion for conservation, though her career initially took a different path.
Regine Goh – National Triathlete from Singapore, Endurance Athlete & Gen-Z Speaker on Consistency, Resilience, and Peak Performance
Q: Can you share your perspective as a Gen Z on mental health and burnout?
Regine believes in finding a balance between pushing through and recognizing when to take care of mental health, integrating knowledge from sports science to manage training sustainably.
Regine Goh – National Triathlete from Singapore, Endurance Athlete & Gen-Z Speaker on Consistency, Resilience, and Peak Performance
Q: How do you manage balancing a full-time job with training?
Regine uses a structured schedule for training and emphasizes communication with others to stay motivated.
Regine Goh – National Triathlete from Singapore, Endurance Athlete & Gen-Z Speaker on Consistency, Resilience, and Peak Performance
Q: How did you handle that transition or dealing with that staticness and that, you know, not improving?
Regine emphasized the importance of having a support system, trying new things, and doing inner work to reconnect with her motivations and values in sports.
Captain Preet Chandi MBE – Breaking Boundaries: World Record-Breaking Polar Explorer Inspiring the Next Generation
Q: What advice would you give to women wanting to challenge themselves despite the possibility of failure?
You belong in every room; the first step can be anything you want it to be.

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What is Tough Girl Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast focuses on inspiring narratives from women who have faced various challenges in life, with a strong emphasis on adventure, resilience, and personal growth. Each episode features guests who share their unique experiences, from ultra-running and mountaineering to personal health and societal issues, advocating for women's empowerment and representation in male-dominated fields. Listeners can expect to gain insights into overcoming adversity and embracing a more adventurous lifestyle, as the stories often highlight the transformative power of pursuing one's passions and confronting obstacles head-on.

With a commitment to uplifting voices of women from diverse backgrounds, the content is particularly unique for its authentic story... more

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Recent guests on Tough Girl Podcast include:

1. Regine Goh
2. Veronica White
3. Preet Chandi
4. Julie Weiss
5. Jenn Phillips
6. Lilly Canter
7. Emma Wilkinson
8. Tania Carmona

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