Astute Radio Broadcasts

In 2004 Poland joined the European Union and Poles were allowed onto British shores. Ten years on, have the dreams and hopes of the largest European emigration group been fulfilled? Astute Radio’s Magda … Read More

The stereotypical image of a scientist is still very much that of a white male with glasses and wild curly hair, dressed in a white coat. But is this how it is in reality? Astute Radio’s … Read More

What pops into your head when you think of a Refugee? Have they moved because they are bored of their own country? Are they taking from rather than  contributing to society?  Or are … Read More

The pressures of juggling a demanding job, family and everything else can steadily take its toll on today’s woman. This can lead to stress and burnout if we fail to look after … Read More

Mixed marriages are often a source of interest and especially where religion plays such an important part. Astute Radio‘s Elaine Wolfenden started a conversation in a very new Shopping Mall, with an equally modern … Read More

What’s the problem?  The feminists of the 1970’s have done the hard work. We are equal – women and men standing side by side in schools, work and at home: celebrating the contribution … Read More

Women are not blameless when it comes to getting top jobs in corporations. And be careful what you wish for if you are thinking of becoming an entrepreneur. Astute Radio‘s Sepi Roshan … Read More

Stereotypes can kill.  Just ask the the Crouch family. Dominic Crouch committed suicide – his note said he was bullied for being gay.  There was no evidence Dominic was gay and why … Read More

Being a born a girl or boy affects the way people relate to us.  The toys we are bought. The language people use.  Even the life expectations placed upon us are influenced … Read More

Innovation is all the rage.  But what is it?  How can our diversity foster innovation? And how can we move from rhetoric to action?  One thing is for sure – assumptions and stereotypes … Read More

When it comes to the glass ceiling,  30 is the new 20.  More and more women are finding that when they turn 30, specific barriers to career progression appear.  Has feminism, equal … Read More

It’s hard to imagine life outside our comfort zones but for many of us, there is no option.  It’s more about how we deal with new opportunity. Just like anywhere in the world, Dubai … Read More

What’s important to you? What changes do you want to see in the world? And how can you make this happen? For seasoned campaigners and newbies alike these are important questions. Astute … Read More

If you are studying law, your prospects are great for an entry level job.  Women are graduating from law degrees and entering the profession at unprecedented rates.  There is at least a … Read More

The 8th of March every year is International Women’s Day.  I wanted to find out how my adopted home celebrates the achievement of women and promotes diversity. In this final episode about IWD 2014, Astute Radio‘s Sepi … Read More