Gabriella Di Laccio: Rewriting the Canon

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:17:50 GMT

In this episode of We Don't Talk About That, hosts Linda Coogan Byrne and Ndidi O sit down with acclaimed Brazilian-born soprano Gabriella Di Laccio, founder of the groundbreaking Donne Foundation and creator of the global campaign Donne, Women in Music.

Together they explore the hidden histories of women composers, the barriers that continue to shape the classical music industry, and why representation in concert halls, conservatoires and cultural institutions still matters. Gabriella reflects on her own journey as an artist and advocate, the creation of the Donne Foundation, and the work being done internationally to ensure that women composers are no longer erased from musical history.

The conversation moves beyond classical music to examine wider questions around power, visibility, cultural gatekeeping and what meaningful change looks like in the arts.

This is a discussion about legacy, leadership and the women whose stories deserve to be heard.

Intro and outro music used with permission:

"Che desia di saper"

Composed by Francesca Caccini (1587-1640)

Performed by Gabriella Di Laccio (Soprano) and the Audacium Baroque Ensemble.

For more information on Gabriella's work and the Donne Foundation, visit:

www.donne-uk.org

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End Eye Check: Amanda Stanhope & Jenn Wilenta on Sexual Violence, Survivor Advocacy and Fighting Back

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:02:47 GMT

In the first episode of We Don't Talk About That, hosts Linda Coogan Byrne and Ndidi O are joined by Amanda Stanhope and Jennifer Wilenta, two survivor advocates whose experiences have helped drive the EndEyeCheck campaign.

Together they discuss drug-facilitated rape, image-based abuse, the failures of policing and justice systems, and the devastating impact these crimes have on survivors. They also explore the power of collective action, survivor-led advocacy, and why challenging the culture of silence around violence against women matters now more than ever.

This is a conversation about survival, accountability, justice and the women refusing to look away.

Content warning: This episode contains discussions of rape, sexual violence, coercive control, image-based abuse and trauma.

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Support & Further Information

If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode, including rape, sexual assault, drug-facilitated rape, image-based abuse or online sexual exploitation, support is available.

United Kingdom

Rape Crisis England & Wales

https://rapecrisis.org.uk

Rape Crisis Scotland

https://www.rapecrisisscotland.org.uk

The Survivors Trust

https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org

Ireland

Dublin Rape Crisis Centre

https://www.drcc.ie

Rape Crisis Network Ireland

https://www.rcni.ie

Women's Aid

https://www.womensaid.ie

United States

RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)

https://www.rainn.org

EndEyeCheck Campaign

Learn more about the EndEyeCheck campaign and the work being carried out by survivors and advocates:

https://www.endeyecheck.com

If you are in immediate danger, please contact emergency services in your country or seek support from a trusted person, healthcare professional or local crisis service.