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Imagine being selected to represent your country, to compete against the best in the world - and then needing to find the money to pay for it your self.

Tamina Oliver is a single mum from Twyford in Berkshire whose journey into elite duathlons is riddled with challenges and triumphs. Tamina shares her experience of qualifying for the European and World Championships, all while overcoming significant injuries and the struggle to find sponsorship.

In this conversation Tamina shares her journey through motherhood and injury and tells us how she balances rigorous training with parenting duties, waking up early to fit in workouts before the school run, and even cycling with her son in tow. Tamina honestly discusses the frustrations tied to the financial barriers that threaten her ability to compete.

This episode invites you to explore the realities faced by elite athletes, particularly women, in their pursuit of excellence. Tamina’s commitment to her sport is a powerful reminder of the importance of community support and the lengths to which dedicated athletes will go to pursue their dreams. If you have ever faced challenges in following your passions, this conversation will resonate deeply with you.

https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/gb-duathlon-dream-world-champs-2025

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Synthetic chemicals which can cause cancer are contaminating our drinking water and farmland, and have been found in breast milk and embryos.

Why is the British government so slow to regulate against them? Why are higher levels of polyfluoroalkyl substances allowed in our drinking water than in other countries?

They're in many products including noon-stick pans and fire-fighting foam - but there are alternatives.

My guest is Environmental Journalist Leana Hosea and co-founder of Watershed Investigations.

https://watershedinvestigations.com/

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Hi listener. I thought you might enjoy Don Anderson's podcast. Missing Pieces - NPE Life is a podcast that curates stories of and about people who find out, usually through a home DNA test, that someone in their family tree isn't who they thought. They also tell stories of adoptees who've found lost family, or are looking. The host, Don Anderson, found out in 2021 that his dad wasn't his dad. It changed his life. NPE stands for Not Parent Expected or Non Paternity Event.

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What effect will Donald Trump's crackdown on diversity have on the UK?

He's scrapping all the government's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programmes and sent all the staff home.

Diversity isn't just about compliance—it's about transforming workplaces and societies - that's the view of Mo Kanjilal, a leading voice in diversity and inclusion.

Join me, journalist Angela Walker, as I sit down with Mo to investigate the ripple effects of Donald Trump's policies on both sides of the Atlantic. We unpack the rollback of diversity programs and protections for marginalised groups, exploring how these actions might shape corporate cultures in the UK and feed into broader societal attitudes. Mo sheds light on the root causes of resistance to diversity, often born out of fear and misunderstanding, while also addressing the persistent challenges and discrimination faced by women and minorities in professional settings. Our conversation extends to the alarming rise of racism, fuelled by international rhetoric, stressing the urgency of fostering inclusive environments.

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https://www.amazon.co.uk/Inclusion-Journey-Creating-strategy-engagement/dp/1398616729/

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Hi listener. I thought you might enjoy Don Anderson's podcast. Missing Pieces - NPE Life is a podcast that curates stories of and about people who find out, usually through a home DNA test, that someone in their family tree isn't who they thought. They also tell stories of adoptees who've found lost family, or are looking. The host, Don Anderson, found out in 2021 that his dad wasn't his dad. It changed his life. NPE stands for Not Parent Expected or Non Paternity Event.

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https://www.angelawalkerreports.com/