The Female Effect

Julie Lou
The Female Effect

My name is Julie Lou, and I find it absolutely magical when women support and uplift each other as allies. This is the magic I refer to with the title of my podcast, "The Female Effect." Every Thursday, I invite a woman into the studio who, in her own way, is making a difference for other women and using her voice and talents to make a positive impact on the world.  I hope you feel inspired, because we're rooting for you! xx Julie This Podcast contains episodes in Danish and English. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Imane Asry: Every opportunity, every test, every good thing, every bad thing, is there to teach us something

    31 OCT

    Imane Asry: Every opportunity, every test, every good thing, every bad thing, is there to teach us something

    Through her platform, Fashion With Faith, Imane Asry is dedicated to redefining inclusion in an industry often criticized for performative diversity. As a content creator and style curator, Imane has carved her own path in the fashion world, navigating bias and breaking through barriers to spread a simple yet powerful message: if something feels unfamiliar, make it familiar. By doing so, Imane opens doors for others to feel genuinely valued and given the space to lead. Reflecting on her journey and a creativity that is most likely passed down from her father’s talents as a chef - she speaks of the importance of finding ease in life’s ups and downs and trusting that each moment unfolds with purpose.  Her vision calls for a more inclusive approach to fashion that celebrates individuality and respects cultural diversity and Imane argues that modest fashion is a largely untapped market in the Western fashion industry, one with the potential to expand our understanding of what fashion can be.  I hope you’re feeling inspired, cause we’re rooting for you! xx Julie —- Imane would like to “pass on the goodwill”  Keep up with Imane: Instagram: @fashionwithfaith TikTok: @fashionwithfaithofficial Keep up with The Female Effect: 📸 Instagram: @thefemaleeffect_ 🚀 TikTok: @thefemaleeffect 🌍 Linkedin: @The Female Effect Image: Emilia Staugaard Artwork: Birgit Käsper Jingle: Soeren Haahr  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 46m
  2. Emma Libner, Kh Underlivet: Hvis vi forstår menstruation ud fra behovet for at holde det skjult, så forholder vi os heller ikke nysgerrigt til den

    17 OCT

    Emma Libner, Kh Underlivet: Hvis vi forstår menstruation ud fra behovet for at holde det skjult, så forholder vi os heller ikke nysgerrigt til den

    Som journalist, podcaster og debattør med en kandidatgrad i kultur og formidling, deler Emma Libner passioneret ud af sin dedikation og den rejse, hun har været på siden 2017. Hun fokuserer på vigtige emner relateret til kvindekroppen, cyklus og menstruation. Gennem sit arbejde kaster Emma lys over de samfundsmæssige perspektiver og den ofte oversete viden omkring kvindekroppen. Hun fremhæver, hvordan disse spørgsmål påvirker kvinders liv og understreger deres betydning i privatlivet, arbejdslivet og sociale sammenhænge. Hun går i dybden med, hvor dybt forankrede disse opfattelser er i vores kultur, og de udfordringer, der ligger i at ændre dem. Derudover deler Emma sin viden om vigtige statistikker og diskuterer, hvor langt vi er nået, og hvad der stadig mangler at ændre. Hun understreger, hvordan vores samfund ville kunne drage stor nytte af bedre at imødekomme kvinders behov, og hvordan vores forståelse af cyklusser ikke kun bør ses som kvindeligt ved at anlægge et mindre kønnet perspektiv. Jeg håber du føler dig inspireret, for vi hepper på dig! xx Julie —- Emma vil gerne “pass on the goodwill” ved at opfordre til aktivt at opsøge personer, der er anderledes end dig selv – og engagere dig i indhold, der ikke afspejler dine egne oplevelser eller overbevisninger. Keep up with Emma Libner: Instagram: @kh_underlivet Podcast: ‘Sexpanelet’ Bog: ‘Kh Underlivet’ by Emma Libner  Keep up with The Female Effect: 📸 Instagram: @thefemaleeffect_ 🚀 TikTok: @thefemaleeffect 🌍 Linkedin: @The Female Effect Image: Nicklas Hemming Artwork: Birgit Käsper Jingle: Søren Haahr  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 16m
  3. Sofie Sytnik: Sjælen vs. Egoet–Hvis du går efter det som gør dig ægte glad så skal universet nok arbejde for dig

    3 OCT

    Sofie Sytnik: Sjælen vs. Egoet–Hvis du går efter det som gør dig ægte glad så skal universet nok arbejde for dig

    Podcastvært Sofie Sytnik har talt åbent om det hun kalder sin “kvartlivskrise” og den ofte fejlagtige forestilling om succes. Da Sofie gik fra at have et udadtil prestigefyldt job som radiovært, til en periode med arbejdsløshed og fordybelse, fandt hun ægte glæde, ved at omdefinere, hvad succes egentlig betyder for hende. Styret af sin tro på affirmationer, intention og en dybere forbindelse til naturen, traf Sofie den afgørende beslutning at flytte ind i sit lille kolonihavehus og finde tilbage til sig selv. For Sofie handler succes om nærvær, dybde og indre lykke – ikke ydre faktorer.  På sin Instagram skaber Sofie ligeledes et rum for åben dialog om identitet, kropsidealer og samfundsnormer, især dem der påvirker kvinder. Hendes rejse involverer også jagten på balance gennem spiritualitet, terapi, breathwork og en tro på, at universet vil støtte dig, når dine intentioner er rene. Jeg håber du føler dig inspireret, for vi hepper på dig! xx Julie —- Sofie would like to “pass on the goodwill” to @clara.maria.bahamondes Keep up with Sofie Sytnik: Instagram: @sofiesytnik Podcast: “Hvad skal der ske med os?”  Keep up with The Female Effect: 📸 Instagram: @thefemaleeffect_ 🚀 TikTok: @thefemaleeffect 🌍 Linkedin: @The Female Effect Image: Ceen Wahren Artwork: Birgit Käsper Jingle: Søren Haahr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 17m
  4. 19 SEPT

    Solo #2: Why the word 'Momentum' gives me anxiety, The abundance mindset & The 21st episode breaking point

    In this special solo episode of The Female Effect, I sit down for the first time in English, to reflect on my journey so far, sharing personal insights after taking a brief break from publishing. Since day one, my dream for The Female Effect has been to create a platform with no boundaries—where geography doesn’t define our audience and where anyone can tap in and out as needed. This philosophy extends to all of us, including myself. In this reflection I explore the concept of momentum, something that often brings me anxiety, and instead, how I’m focused on cultivating a space where we can all pause, reflect, and support one another. Over the past months, I’ve hosted community events with incredible partners who share these values, experimenting with how we can bring The Female Effect into the physical space. I’m excited to see how these efforts grow and inspire even more connection. In this episode, I’ll also touch on the abundance mindset, reminding us all that opportunities are never taken but instead shared—what’s meant for you will come to you. The last ten episodes have taught me so much, and I’m eager to continue sharing these stories with you, hoping you leave feeling inspired to think about who’s in your life that you can uplift and what you can bring to the table for others. I hope this episode encourages you to pause, reflect, and embrace the power of community. I hope you’re feeling inspired, cause we’re rooting for you! xx Julie —- I’d like to pass on the goodwill to Selam Fessahaye - @zelamfezzahye Stay up to date with The Female Effect: 📸 Instagram: @thefemaleeffect_ 🚀 TikTok: @thefemaleeffect 🌍 Linkedin: @The Female Effect  or catch us here: https://linktr.ee/thefemaleeffect Artwork: Birgit Käsper Jingle: Søren Haahr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min
  5. Maria Jarjis: Om at skabe et univers der fortæller unge at de kan blive til lige præcis hvad de vil

    29 AUG

    Maria Jarjis: Om at skabe et univers der fortæller unge at de kan blive til lige præcis hvad de vil

    DANISH EPISODE Maria Jarjis er science-influencer, ambassadør for European Space Agency (ESA) og en pioner inden for videnskabsformidling til børn i STEM - som står for “Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics”.  Gennem sit online univers "WTF er det?" bl.a. via Youtube, inspirerer hun børn og unge til at se mulighederne i videnskaben. Med sin platform udfordrer Maria de normer, der ofte afholder unge fra at følge deres passioner og evner, eller fra overhovedet at opdage dem, og viser, at videnskab er for alle.  Maria deler sine tanker om den stempling, der ofte sker i folkeskolen mellem de boglige og de ikke-boglige elever, og hvordan dette system er forældet. Hun argumenterer for, at skolesystemet bør moderniseres for at være mere inkluderende og vise børn og unge, at de kan blive lige, hvad de vil. I denne episode af The Female Effect dykker vi ned i Marias rejse fra at mangle rollemodeller i STEM til selv at blive én for de tusinder af børn og unge som følger med på hendes kanaler.  Maria fortæller om sin mors modige valg i livet—fra at gå ingeniørvejen i Iran, noget kun meget få kvinder gjorde, til at blive selvstændig forretningskvinde efter hun kom til Danmark i 1992 - noget som har haft en dyb indflydelse på Marias egen mentalitet og ambitioner. Vi taler også om vigtigheden af at sige fra, når noget ikke føles rigtigt, og om at lære, at man ikke altid har ansvaret for den gode stemning.  Jeg håber du føler dig inspireret - for vi hepper på dig! xx Julie —- Maria vil gerne “pass on the goodwill” til Mina Jaf @iam_mina_jaf Life hack: “Når jeg skal finde ud af ting så går jeg faktisk ind på YouTube og TikTok, som en search engine, hvis der er noget du ikke kan finde ud af - bare søg på det - du får det serveret hurtigt, kort, simpelt”  Life lesson / saying to live by: "Det er cool at være nørd. Man kan sagtens være en badass woman og være den største nørd”   Bog: “Getting to Yes” Roger Fisher & William Ury  Podcast: “Social Media Marketing Podcast” af Michael Steltzner  Hold dig opdateret med Maria: Instagram: @maria_Jarjis  Linkedin: Maria Jarjis  Youtube: @MariaJarjis  Hold dig opdateret med The Female Effect: 📸 Instagram: @thefemaleeffect_ 🚀 TikTok: @thefemaleeffect 🌍 Linkedin: @The Female Effect Image: Emilia Staugaard Artwork: Birgit Käsper Jingle: Søren Haahr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min
  6. LIVE at Copenhagen Fashion Week : FIIRI x The Female Effect : Shaping Opportunities for Women in Fashion

    22 AUG

    LIVE at Copenhagen Fashion Week : FIIRI x The Female Effect : Shaping Opportunities for Women in Fashion

    Live Podcast recording & Panel Talk during Copenhagen Fashion Week SS25 - August 5-9th 2024 at Soho House Copenhagen. The conversation was co-moderated between Mona Ali, founder of FIIRI and Julie Lou, host at The Female Effect. “How can we ensure that more women feel they have access and opportunity in the fashion industry? And how do we create the most inclusive environment for all femme people contributing?” The purpose of the Panel Talk was to welcome different perspectives that can help us shed light on the current state of female representation in the fashion industry - With the aim to amplify female voices and contribute to the agenda of making space for all, ensuring every woman feels seen, heard, and empowered as a vital contributor in the industry. We were lucky to welcome a panel of incredible women navigating within the Copenhagen fashion scene:  Sally Javadi/ @sallyssneakers: Iranian Copenhagen-based content creator. Under the alias @sallyssneakers, Sally has built a platform advocating for greater inclusivity in sneakers and streetwear for women and people of color. Additionally, she holds a major in psychology.  Loïs Zaina/ @rudegirllois: Congolese-born Kenyan editorial makeup artist. Through her artistry, Loïs aspires to empower young POC creators to claim their own space in the industry. Aram Ostadian-Binai/ @aramob: Copenhagen-based Social Entrepreneur, Creative DEI Advocate and Consultant, and Founder & CEO of The Soulfuls, an award winning global network and platform on a mission to pave the way for a free, fair and inclusive future for young women of all backgrounds. Rosa Lois Balle Yahiya/ @rosalois: Model & Founder & Head of Secretariat at Another Life, an award-winning non-profit association that works with representation, mental health, discrimination and work environment in Danish music and cultural life. Sarah Stenfeldt/ @sarahstenfeldt: Photographer and director within the fashion, art and commercial worlds. With a playful and contemporary imprint Sarah's imagery is commissioned for leading fashion and lifestyle brands and magazines.  We want to extend our warmest gratitude to Copenhagen Fashion Week & Soho House for supporting us with a platform to initiate this important conversation with everyone attending.  xx Mona & Julie  —- The Panel would like to pass on the goodwill to:  Sarah Stenfeldt - Alva le Febvre - Photographer - @alvalefoto Aram Ostadian-Binai - All Mentees of The Soulfuls - @thesoulfuls Loïs Zaina - Merveille - Catering - @enjoyments.dk Sally Javadi - Melisa Pour - singer @melisapuor  Rosa Lois Balle Yahya - Naima Yasin & Ingrid Baraka - A Seat at The Table Podcast - @asatt —--  Keep up with Mona & FIIRI Agency: 📸 Instagram: @monamali_ & @fiiriagency 🌍 Website: www.fiiri.agency  Keep up with The Female Effect: 📸 Instagram: @thefemaleeffect_ 🚀 TikTok: @thefemaleeffect 🌍 Linkedin: @The Female Effect Image: Marleen Lancioni Artwork: Birgit Käsper Jingle // Sounddesign: Søren Haahr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 21m
  7. Sabba Mirza: Vi skal sætte trivsel på agendaen og bringe forskelligheder sammen

    18 APR

    Sabba Mirza: Vi skal sætte trivsel på agendaen og bringe forskelligheder sammen

    Ph.d. og forsker inden for jura, samt kvinden bag virksomheden “My Law Story”, Sabba Mirza, er gæst i dette afsnit af The Female Effect. Vi dykker ned i betydningen af at udfordre det konservative blik i den juridiske verden, vigtigheden af at fremhæve mangfoldighed og nuancerede perspektiver for at forbedre trivsel, samt hendes erfaringer med at placere impact aller øverst i virksomhedens prioritetsrækkefølge. Som underviser fik Sabba et særligt indblik i studiemiljøet på jurastudiet, da studerende åbnede op om deres udfordringer, der viste sig at have dybe rødder i mistrivsel, depression og angst blandt jurastuderende. Dette blev kimen til skabelsen af “My Law Story”, der i dag spiller en afgørende rolle i arbejdet med at fremme mental sundhed, samt skabe rum til samtale og handling for at forbedre trivsel, ligestilling og diversitet i den juridiske verden, der længe har været præget af en forældet konkurrence- og præstationskultur. Vi taler om hvordan behovet for øget trivsel strækker sig langt ud over blot den juridiske branche, og Sabba deler sine tanker om at forbinde forretning og impact, samt om at møde kritiske holdninger til netop at kombinere de to.  Sabba er en central figur i den offentlige samtale om vores samtykkelovgivning på voldtægtsområdet i Danmark, og i januar 2024 inviterede hun og My Law Story både politikere, jurister og den brede danske befolkning til en åben dialog og status på området. Sabba forklarer hvordan kropsligt samtykke er det fremtrædende i Danmark og hvordan en status pegede på at det ikke er lovgivning, men øget samtale i hjemmet og via vores institutioner der for alvor skal understøtte forebyggelsen på området.    Jeg er taknemmelig for at Sabba ville komme og dele sin viden, forskning og erfaringer, og I vil blive efterladt både inspireret og beriget.  xx Julie —- Sabba vil gerne “pass on the goodwill” til instagram account @deltidsaraber & filmskaber og reporter Bisan Owda/ @wizard_bisan1 Life hack: “stå tidligt op om morgenen”  Life lesson / saying to live by: "Enhver der gir dig hånden er ikke din ven” - du skal ikke give dig hen til enhver person du møder, for det er ikke sikkert personen har de samme rene intentioner som du har.   Bog: alle mine jura bøger - “jeg er så kedelig at høre på haha” Podcast: (Fra Julie) Lyt til Sabba’s personlige interview i “Kh Mor” af Line Kirsten hos Ally.   Hold dig opdateret med Sabba & My Law Story:  Instagram: @sabba.mirza & @mylawstorydk Linkedin: dr. Sabba Mirza & My Law Story  Website: ⁠www.mylawstory.org⁠  Hold dig opdateret med The Female Effect: 📸 Instagram: @thefemaleeffect_ 🚀 TikTok: @thefemaleeffect 🌍 Linkedin: @The Female Effect  Image: My Law Story  Artwork: Birgit Käsper  Jingle // Sounddesign: Søren Haahr  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 25m
4.6
out of 5
23 Ratings

About

My name is Julie Lou, and I find it absolutely magical when women support and uplift each other as allies. This is the magic I refer to with the title of my podcast, "The Female Effect." Every Thursday, I invite a woman into the studio who, in her own way, is making a difference for other women and using her voice and talents to make a positive impact on the world.  I hope you feel inspired, because we're rooting for you! xx Julie This Podcast contains episodes in Danish and English. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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