60 acast.com <![CDATA[We Don't Talk About That Podcast]]> https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/we-dont-talk-about-that-podcast en Linda Coogan Byrne womens rights, feminism,music industry,creative industry,violence against women,survivors,politics,women in politics Linda Coogan Byrne Conversations We Were Never Meant To Have We Don't Talk About That is a bold new podcast exploring the conversations society often avoids but desperately needs to have.


Hosted by award-winning campaigner, researcher and author Linda Coogan Byrne alongside Season One guest co-host, musician and advocate Ndidi O, the podcast brings together survivors, activists, academics, artists, industry leaders and changemakers for honest, unfiltered discussions about power, inequality, culture, trauma, resilience and social change.


From violence against women and girls, gender inequality and workplace culture to music, media, politics, identity and the stories that shape our lives, no subject is off limits.


Each episode creates space for the voices too often left out of mainstream conversations, combining lived experience, expert insight and challenging dialogue with compassion, humour and curiosity.


At a time when so many important issues are reduced to headlines and soundbites, We Don't Talk About That goes deeper.

Because the conversations we avoid are often the ones we need most.


Now available across all major podcast platforms.


Brought to you by Why Not Her? and The Industry Review.


Season One features "Call Me Queen" by guest co-host Ndidi O, used with permission, as the podcast's opening and closing theme music.

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]]> We Don't Talk About That is a bold new podcast exploring the conversations society often avoids but desperately needs to have.


Hosted by award-winning campaigner, researcher and author Linda Coogan Byrne alongside Season One guest co-host, musician and advocate Ndidi O, the podcast brings together survivors, activists, academics, artists, industry leaders and changemakers for honest, unfiltered discussions about power, inequality, culture, trauma, resilience and social change.


From violence against women and girls, gender inequality and workplace culture to music, media, politics, identity and the stories that shape our lives, no subject is off limits.


Each episode creates space for the voices too often left out of mainstream conversations, combining lived experience, expert insight and challenging dialogue with compassion, humour and curiosity.


At a time when so many important issues are reduced to headlines and soundbites, We Don't Talk About That goes deeper.

Because the conversations we avoid are often the ones we need most.


Now available across all major podcast platforms.


Brought to you by Why Not Her? and The Industry Review.


Season One features "Call Me Queen" by guest co-host Ndidi O, used with permission, as the podcast's opening and closing theme music.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> true Linda Coogan Byrne info+6a1be59dad55909da653919b@mg-eu.acast.com 6a1be59dad55909da653919b we-dont-talk-about-that-podcast episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/6a1be59dad55909da653919b/1780214733834-e6f0a424-aca2-4afc-9ba2-acdb5425d0fe.jpeg https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/we-dont-talk-about-that-podcast <![CDATA[We Don't Talk About That Podcast]]> Jada Watson: The Data Exposing Gender Bias in Country Music Jada Watson: The Data Exposing Gender Bias in Country Music Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:28:55 GMT 54:17 6a3fc207a3fa978237bbc3c9 true https://shows.acast.com/we-dont-talk-about-that-podcast/episodes/6a3fc207a3fa978237bbc3c9 6a3fc207a3fa978237bbc3c9 6a1be59dad55909da653919b How data is exposing systemic inequality in country radio, playlists and the music industry. full 1 5 In this episode of We Don't Talk About That, hosts Linda Coogan Byrne and Ndidi O are joined by Jada Watson, founder of SongData and Associate Professor at the University of Ottawa.


Through SongData, Jada uses music industry data to uncover gender and racial inequalities across radio, streaming and the wider music business. Her research has helped shape broadcasting policy and challenge long-held assumptions about representation in music.


Together they discuss gender equity, radio airplay, music policy, industry gatekeeping and how data can drive meaningful cultural change.

At its heart, this is a conversation about who gets heard, who gets overlooked, and why the numbers tell a story the music industry can no longer ignore.


Intro music:

"Call Me Queen"

Written and performed by Ndidi O.

Used with permission.


For more information about Fourth Wave, visit:

https://fourthwave.online

Follow them on medium: https://medium.com/fourth-wave


Follow We Don't Talk About That for future conversations exploring culture, equality, power and the stories we are too often told not to discuss.

Hosted by Linda Coogan Byrne & Ndidi O, We Don't Talk About That explores the conversations society often avoids but desperately needs to have. Through honest conversations with survivors, advocates, researchers, artists and changemakers.


Follow the podcast and leave a rating or review to help others discover the show.


Connect with us:

Instagram: @wedonttalkaboutpodcast

Linda Coogan Byrne: @lindacooganb

Ndidi O: @ndidiomusic


For guest enquiries, media requests or partnership opportunities, please contact:

info@whynother.eu

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this episode of We Don't Talk About That, hosts Linda Coogan Byrne and Ndidi O are joined by Jada Watson, founder of SongData and Associate Professor at the University of Ottawa.


Through SongData, Jada uses music industry data to uncover gender and racial inequalities across radio, streaming and the wider music business. Her research has helped shape broadcasting policy and challenge long-held assumptions about representation in music.


Together they discuss gender equity, radio airplay, music policy, industry gatekeeping and how data can drive meaningful cultural change.

At its heart, this is a conversation about who gets heard, who gets overlooked, and why the numbers tell a story the music industry can no longer ignore.


Intro music:

"Call Me Queen"

Written and performed by Ndidi O.

Used with permission.


For more information about Fourth Wave, visit:

https://fourthwave.online

Follow them on medium: https://medium.com/fourth-wave


Follow We Don't Talk About That for future conversations exploring culture, equality, power and the stories we are too often told not to discuss.

Hosted by Linda Coogan Byrne & Ndidi O, We Don't Talk About That explores the conversations society often avoids but desperately needs to have. Through honest conversations with survivors, advocates, researchers, artists and changemakers.


Follow the podcast and leave a rating or review to help others discover the show.


Connect with us:

Instagram: @wedonttalkaboutpodcast

Linda Coogan Byrne: @lindacooganb

Ndidi O: @ndidiomusic


For guest enquiries, media requests or partnership opportunities, please contact:

info@whynother.eu

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Meet the Editors behind one of Medium's Largest Feminist Magazine]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:57:32 GMT 1:13:37 6a32c67f5926b9ca34a53016 true https://shows.acast.com/we-dont-talk-about-that-podcast/episodes/6a32c67f5926b9ca34a53016 6a32c67f5926b9ca34a53016 6a1be59dad55909da653919b full 1 4 In this episode of We Don't Talk About That, hosts Linda Coogan Byrne and Ndidi O sit down with Patsy Fergusson and Sangeeta Kalsi of Fourth Wave, one of Medium's leading independent feminist publications.


Together they explore feminist media, representation, digital activism and the role independent journalism plays in amplifying the voices of women and marginalised communities around the world. Drawing on their experiences as editors, writers and advocates, Patsy and Sangeeta discuss power, storytelling, online culture and why creating spaces for women to be heard remains as important as ever.


At its heart, this is a conversation about visibility, voice and the stories that have the power to shape culture.


Intro music:

"Call Me Queen"

Written and performed by Ndidi O.

Used with permission.


For more information about Fourth Wave, visit:

https://fourthwave.online

Follow them on medium: https://medium.com/fourth-wave


Follow We Don't Talk About That for future conversations exploring culture, equality, power and the stories we are too often told not to discuss.

Hosted by Linda Coogan Byrne & Ndidi O, We Don't Talk About That explores the conversations society often avoids but desperately needs to have. Through honest conversations with survivors, advocates, researchers, artists and changemakers.


Follow the podcast and leave a rating or review to help others discover the show.


Connect with us:

Instagram: @wedonttalkaboutpodcast

Linda Coogan Byrne: @lindacooganb

Ndidi O: @ndidiomusic


For guest enquiries, media requests or partnership opportunities, please contact:

info@whynother.eu

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this episode of We Don't Talk About That, hosts Linda Coogan Byrne and Ndidi O sit down with Patsy Fergusson and Sangeeta Kalsi of Fourth Wave, one of Medium's leading independent feminist publications.


Together they explore feminist media, representation, digital activism and the role independent journalism plays in amplifying the voices of women and marginalised communities around the world. Drawing on their experiences as editors, writers and advocates, Patsy and Sangeeta discuss power, storytelling, online culture and why creating spaces for women to be heard remains as important as ever.


At its heart, this is a conversation about visibility, voice and the stories that have the power to shape culture.


Intro music:

"Call Me Queen"

Written and performed by Ndidi O.

Used with permission.


For more information about Fourth Wave, visit:

https://fourthwave.online

Follow them on medium: https://medium.com/fourth-wave


Follow We Don't Talk About That for future conversations exploring culture, equality, power and the stories we are too often told not to discuss.

Hosted by Linda Coogan Byrne & Ndidi O, We Don't Talk About That explores the conversations society often avoids but desperately needs to have. Through honest conversations with survivors, advocates, researchers, artists and changemakers.


Follow the podcast and leave a rating or review to help others discover the show.


Connect with us:

Instagram: @wedonttalkaboutpodcast

Linda Coogan Byrne: @lindacooganb

Ndidi O: @ndidiomusic


For guest enquiries, media requests or partnership opportunities, please contact:

info@whynother.eu

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Dr Catherine Knibbs: Cyberbullying, Online Harm and Why Children Need Us to Listen Dr Catherine Knibbs: Cyberbullying, Online Harm and Why Children Need Us to Listen Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:31:59 GMT 1:02:14 6a301a85c3a72484cb272680 true https://shows.acast.com/we-dont-talk-about-that-podcast/episodes/6a301a85c3a72484cb272680 6a301a85c3a72484cb272680 6a1be59dad55909da653919b Understanding Cyberbullying, Trauma, Online Safety and Raising Resilient Children full 1 3 In this episode of We Don't Talk About That, hosts Linda Coogan Byrne and Ndidi O sit down with consultant child and adult cyberpsychologist, psychotherapist, speaker and author Dr Catherine Knibbs for a timely and thought-provoking conversation about the realities facing children, young people and families in an increasingly digital world.


Together they explore cyberbullying, online harm, trauma, grief, social media, digital resilience and the growing challenges facing parents, educators and carers navigating childhood in the internet age.


Drawing on decades of experience working with children, families and organisations, Catherine shares practical insights into how online experiences can shape mental health, self-esteem and relationships, while explaining why understanding a child's experience is often more important than trying to immediately solve the problem.


The conversation examines the psychological impact of online abuse, the responsibilities of technology platforms, the pressures facing today's parents and what meaningful support looks like when children experience harm, both online and offline.


At its heart, this is a discussion about connection, communication and the simple but profound act of listening.

Because sometimes children do not need us to have all the answers. They simply need to know that someone is willing to hear them.


Intro music:

"Call Me Queen"

Written and performed by Ndidi O.

Used with permission.


Follow We Don't Talk About That for future conversations exploring culture, equality, power and the stories we are too often told not to discuss.


For more information about Dr Catherine Knibbs, visit:

www.childrenandtech.co.uk


Hosted by Linda Coogan Byrne & Ndidi O, We Don't Talk About That explores the conversations society often avoids but desperately needs to have. Through honest conversations with survivors, advocates, researchers, artists and changemakers.


Follow the podcast and leave a rating or review to help others discover the show.


Connect with us:

Instagram: @wedonttalkaboutpodcast

Linda Coogan Byrne: @lindacooganb

Ndidi O: @ndidiomusic


For guest enquiries, media requests or partnership opportunities, please contact:

info@whynother.eu

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this episode of We Don't Talk About That, hosts Linda Coogan Byrne and Ndidi O sit down with consultant child and adult cyberpsychologist, psychotherapist, speaker and author Dr Catherine Knibbs for a timely and thought-provoking conversation about the realities facing children, young people and families in an increasingly digital world.


Together they explore cyberbullying, online harm, trauma, grief, social media, digital resilience and the growing challenges facing parents, educators and carers navigating childhood in the internet age.


Drawing on decades of experience working with children, families and organisations, Catherine shares practical insights into how online experiences can shape mental health, self-esteem and relationships, while explaining why understanding a child's experience is often more important than trying to immediately solve the problem.


The conversation examines the psychological impact of online abuse, the responsibilities of technology platforms, the pressures facing today's parents and what meaningful support looks like when children experience harm, both online and offline.


At its heart, this is a discussion about connection, communication and the simple but profound act of listening.

Because sometimes children do not need us to have all the answers. They simply need to know that someone is willing to hear them.


Intro music:

"Call Me Queen"

Written and performed by Ndidi O.

Used with permission.


Follow We Don't Talk About That for future conversations exploring culture, equality, power and the stories we are too often told not to discuss.


For more information about Dr Catherine Knibbs, visit:

www.childrenandtech.co.uk


Hosted by Linda Coogan Byrne & Ndidi O, We Don't Talk About That explores the conversations society often avoids but desperately needs to have. Through honest conversations with survivors, advocates, researchers, artists and changemakers.


Follow the podcast and leave a rating or review to help others discover the show.


Connect with us:

Instagram: @wedonttalkaboutpodcast

Linda Coogan Byrne: @lindacooganb

Ndidi O: @ndidiomusic


For guest enquiries, media requests or partnership opportunities, please contact:

info@whynother.eu

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Gabriella Di Laccio: Rewriting the Canon Gabriella Di Laccio: Rewriting the Canon Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:17:50 GMT 1:28:19 6a26b1cc4bf3e47b18e28d8f true https://shows.acast.com/we-dont-talk-about-that-podcast/episodes/6a26b1cc4bf3e47b18e28d8f 6a26b1cc4bf3e47b18e28d8f 6a1be59dad55909da653919b Women, Music and Reclaiming Forgotten Histories full 1 2 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


Follow We Don't Talk About That for future conversations exploring culture, equality, power and the stories we are too often told not to discuss.

Hosted by Linda Coogan Byrne & Ndidi O, We Don't Talk About That explores the conversations society often avoids but desperately needs to have. Through honest conversations with survivors, advocates, researchers, artists and changemakers.


Follow the podcast and leave a rating or review to help others discover the show.


Connect with us:

Instagram: @wedonttalkaboutpodcast

Linda Coogan Byrne: @lindacooganb

Ndidi O: @ndidiomusic


For guest enquiries, media requests or partnership opportunities, please contact:

info@whynother.eu

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> 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


Follow We Don't Talk About That for future conversations exploring culture, equality, power and the stories we are too often told not to discuss.

Hosted by Linda Coogan Byrne & Ndidi O, We Don't Talk About That explores the conversations society often avoids but desperately needs to have. Through honest conversations with survivors, advocates, researchers, artists and changemakers.


Follow the podcast and leave a rating or review to help others discover the show.


Connect with us:

Instagram: @wedonttalkaboutpodcast

Linda Coogan Byrne: @lindacooganb

Ndidi O: @ndidiomusic


For guest enquiries, media requests or partnership opportunities, please contact:

info@whynother.eu

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[End Eye Check: Amanda Stanhope & Jenn Wilenta on Sexual Violence, Survivor Advocacy and Fighting Back]]> Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:02:47 GMT 1:17:24 6a1d2e97626f8869c36f4d1e true https://shows.acast.com/we-dont-talk-about-that-podcast/episodes/6a1d2e97626f8869c36f4d1e 6a1d2e97626f8869c36f4d1e 6a1be59dad55909da653919b full 1 1 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.


Follow: @wedonttalkaboutpodcast


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.

Hosted by Linda Coogan Byrne & Ndidi O, We Don't Talk About That explores the conversations society often avoids but desperately needs to have. Through honest conversations with survivors, advocates, researchers, artists and changemakers.


Follow the podcast and leave a rating or review to help others discover the show.


Connect with us:

Instagram: @wedonttalkaboutpodcast

Linda Coogan Byrne: @lindacooganb

Ndidi O: @ndidiomusic


For guest enquiries, media requests or partnership opportunities, please contact:

info@whynother.eu

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> 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.


Follow: @wedonttalkaboutpodcast


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.

Hosted by Linda Coogan Byrne & Ndidi O, We Don't Talk About That explores the conversations society often avoids but desperately needs to have. Through honest conversations with survivors, advocates, researchers, artists and changemakers.


Follow the podcast and leave a rating or review to help others discover the show.


Connect with us:

Instagram: @wedonttalkaboutpodcast

Linda Coogan Byrne: @lindacooganb

Ndidi O: @ndidiomusic


For guest enquiries, media requests or partnership opportunities, please contact:

info@whynother.eu

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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