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Tough Girl Podcast

Tough Girl Podcast

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The Tough Girl Podcast is all about inspiring and motivating YOU! I will be interviewing inspirational women from around the world, who've faced and overcome difficult challenges and situations, they will share their story, their knowledge and provide advice and essential tips for you to overcome your own personal challenges. Esercizio e fitness Fitness, dieta e nutrizione Igiene e vita sana Scienze sociali
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  • Nora Williams - From Burnout in Law to 3+ Years of Solo Travel and Living a Life of Freedom

    Nora Williams - From Burnout in Law to 3+ Years of Solo Travel and Living a Life of Freedom
    Oct 6 2026
    Nora used to be a San Francisco lawyer representing workers facing discrimination by their employers -- her dream job! But a few years into her career, Nora found herself experiencing severe burnout while working 60 to 80-hour weeks. Her dream job had become a real life nightmare impacting her physical and mental health and her relationships. One day, she reached her breaking point and decided she needed a big change. Nora ended a 5-year relationship, quit her job, and left the country on a one way ticket. What started as a career break turned into 3+ years of solo traveling around the world focusing on "hidden gem" and less-traveled destinations. Her favourites so far have been hiking in the Balkans, exploring archaeological sites in Iraq, and eating her way around Georgia. Nora even started her own tour company hosting adventurous group trips to bring others along with her. Her life at 30 is unconventional and certainly nowhere near where she imagined she would be, but somehow so much more fulfilling. In this episode, Nora shares the reality behind leaving a high-pressure legal career, the emotional toll of burnout, and what it really takes to rebuild your life from scratch. We talk about the unexpected freedom—and challenges—of long-term solo travel, how she navigates uncertainty while constantly on the move, and what it means to create a life outside of traditional expectations. Listen to this episode to hear how one bold decision changed everything, why solo travel can be both confronting and empowering, and how stepping into the unknown can lead to a life that feels more honest, expansive, and free. *** New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast drop every Tuesday at 7 AM (UK time)! Make sure to subscribe so you never miss the inspiring journeys and incredible stories of tough women pushing boundaries. Do you want to support the Tough Girl Mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media in the world of adventure and physical challenges? Support via Patreon! Join me in making a difference by signing up here: www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Your support makes a difference. Thank you x *** Show notes Living a bit of an unconventional life at the moment Previously working as as workers rights lawyer, based out of San Francisco, CaliforniaHitting a breaking point 3 years ago with her jobRealising she was burn outGetting out of a long term relationship and quitting her job Making the decision to book a one way flight out of the USATravelling to the less travelled places Heading off the beaten track - with a focus on outdoor adventures Why it was an out of character decision Having a 'sliding door' moment Deciding to follow a different pathWhy her dream job tuned out to be a nightmare How covid changed things for the legal professionBeing able to work remotely from Columbia Needing to make money Sharing her travels with her friends and family on instagramHaving a reel go super viral on instagramGoing from 1,200 to over 20,000 people following her!Starting to connect with brands and being able to monetise her travel blogDeciding to start her own tour company about 2 years agoFinding the hidden gem destinationsTrying to keep an open mind and not have strict travel plansBeing invited to explore ancient ruins in IraqHiking in the BalkansFeeling free in nature Waymarking on the trails Using Komoot Keeping herself fit and healthy while travelling full timeBeing sick while travelling Getting the balance right between travel and adventure and not getting burnt outThe benefits of travelling slower and staying in places for longerSaying no a lot more nowDoing what you actually what to do What the rest of the year looks likePlanning to be in Iraq and Syria at the end of the year - but it does depend on what's happening in the gulfSpending 2 months in London Being open to what options become available Thinking about walking in New ZealandGoing to Skyscanner to find cheap flights Deciding to overland the length of ChileThe benefits of finding a remote job and how it can open doors for youHow to connect with Nora on InstagramAdvice for other women who want to live an unconventional lifeWhy the worst thing in life is not being aloneWhy the majority of solo travellers are womenA radical act of self-love Social Media Website: via-adventure.com Instagram: @noratheexplorahh @via.adventure
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    50 min
  • Alice Baddeley – Bike Touring Britain: Coastlines, Straight Lines and 1,000+ Mile Challenges

    Alice Baddeley – Bike Touring Britain: Coastlines, Straight Lines and 1,000+ Mile Challenges
    Sep 29 2026
    Alice is a long-distance bike tourer, drone pilot, and freelance creative who designs her adventures around self-imposed rules and unconventional challenges. Based in a van and working with Komoot, she uses cycling as both a mode of transport and a way to deeply explore the landscapes of Britain. Her journeys are anything but ordinary. In 2021, Alice cycled through every town and village in Sussex, covering over 1,000 miles without leaving the county. The following year, she completed a full cycle of the British coastline. In 2023, she attempted an even more ambitious challenge—travelling from Shoreham to Oldshoremore in as straight a line across Britain as possible. In this episode, Alice shares how she first discovered bike touring, what inspired her to take on increasingly creative endurance challenges, and why she is drawn to journeys that combine geography, problem-solving, and adventure. She talks about life on the road in a van, the logistics behind her rides, and the realities of planning multi-week cycling expeditions using everything from paper maps to GPS apps. We explore the highs and lows of long-distance cycling, from wild camping and weather challenges to moments of complete freedom on remote coastal routes. Alice also reflects on what she has learned from designing her own rules for adventure, and why letting go of perfection has opened the door to more meaningful experiences. Listen to this episode to hear how cycling can become a creative practice, why the UK is full of endless adventure opportunities, and how setting your own rules might just be the best way to explore the world. *** New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast drop every Tuesday at 7 AM (UK time)! Make sure to subscribe so you never miss the inspiring journeys and incredible stories of tough women pushing boundaries. Do you want to support the Tough Girl Mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media in the world of adventure and physical challenges? Support via Patreon! Join me in making a difference by signing up here: www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Your support makes a difference. Thank you x *** Show notes Being based in a van Originally from South West LondonSelf employed as a drone pilot and freelancing for Komoot Her love for cycling and using if for her main mode of transportGetting interested in bike touring Finding out about cycling from Lands End to John O' Groats (LEJOG)Finding out you don't need to be an athlete to cycle these massive distances Magical moments from her LEJOG TripDoing it with paper maps pre smart phonesMaking a lifestyle decision to become self employed Enjoying the freedom it gave herCycling during covid - staying local in Sussex The Sussex 1000 challenge Wanting to cycle the coast line of Great Britain The reason for the name yellow velloLoving the colour yellow Starting to work with KomootHaving to postpone the cycle trip around GB for 2 years Wanting to see more of her home countryBeing guided by a silly set of rules Stick as closely to the coastline as possible Not cycling islands unless there was a bridgeWanting the GPS to look as close as possible to the outline of GBGoing clockwise Why Devon and Cornwall were the hardest parts Planning for the tripWanting to compete the trip in 80 days - with no days offHaving a bivvy bag but planning to stay in accommodation When things go wrong and you end up sleeping on the beach Spending just under £4k on accommodation What it was like day to day Being able to enjoy it and relax into the rideTaking photos and filming the tripPost admin that still needs to be done!Did the dream match the realityWhy it was the best thing she's ever doneNot having any really low daysBeing very lucky with the weather How the weather can impact your trip Why the North West Coast of Scotland was incredible 340 degrees North The Bryson Line Book: The Road to Little Dribbling: More Notes from a Small Island: 1 By Bill Bryson The challenges of cycling on some of the bridle ways and why there was a lot of pushingHaving the confidence to wild campGetting back home after the finishThe lesson learned from these trips and adventures Not worrying as much Using cheap bikes, buying food from supermarkets If you've got an idea that is stuck in your head - that's your gut instinct saying you should do itLoving van lifeLooking to find a base at some point Future adventures and plans Wanting to see more of the UKMaybe Ireland?Doing a perfect circle around London or maybe a flower shape?How to connect with Alice on social media yello.veStart with something small, don't worry too much about thingsThe things you worry about don't tend to happen, so don't waste your time worrying Don't worry too much about how other people do things - there is no wrong or right wayEverything is really personal Be confident and go for it!Why it's always great to go outside your comfort zone. The more you do that - the more adventures ...
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    41 min
  • Anna Wells – Medicine, Mountains and the First Woman to Complete a Winter Munro Round in Scotland.

    Anna Wells – Medicine, Mountains and the First Woman to Complete a Winter Munro Round in Scotland.
    Sep 22 2026
    Anna Wells is a mountaineer, former doctor, and outdoor instructor based in Inverness, Scotland. Her life has been shaped by a deep love of the mountains, beginning with indoor rock climbing at the age of 12 and growing through years of study, sport, and exploration. Although she followed a traditional academic path—studying maths and medicine and later working as a doctor—Anna eventually realised that her true passion lay in the outdoors. After time spent living in Chamonix and working as a mountaineering instructor, she made the decision to leave medicine behind and pursue a life more aligned with her values and love of adventure. In this episode, Anna shares her journey from medicine to the mountains, including her time competing in ice climbing, navigating injury, and rethinking what a fulfilling life looks like. We dive into her incredible Winter Munro Round in Scotland, inspired by Martin Moran, where she took on the challenge of climbing all 100+ Munros in winter conditions over just a few months. She talks about the realities of spending long days in the mountains, averaging multiple Munros per day, dealing with weather, injury, nutrition, motivation, and the mental challenges that come with endurance adventure. Anna also reflects on the kindness of strangers who supported her along the way, and the importance of flexibility, self-belief, and listening to your body. More recently, Anna has stepped into a new chapter of life as a mother, exploring how adventure, skiing, and time in the mountains can evolve alongside motherhood. Listen to this episode to hear what it takes to leave medicine for the mountains, how a Winter Munro Round pushes both body and mind, and why thinking outside the box can lead to a life that feels truly your own. *** New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast drop every Tuesday at 7 AM (UK time)! Make sure to subscribe so you never miss the inspiring journeys and incredible stories of tough women pushing boundaries. Do you want to support the Tough Girl Mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media in the world of adventure and physical challenges? Support via Patreon! Join me in making a difference by signing up here: www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Your support makes a difference. Thank you x *** Show notes Who is Anna36 years old Based in Inverness in Scotland Currently on maternity leaveHer love for adventure and being outside Growing up in Inverness and not coming from a particularly outdoorsy family Starting indoor rock climbing at 12 years old and falling in love with the sport The Girl Guides and the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme Being addicted to rock climbing and feeling everything clickHer progress in the sport Meeting more like minded people at university in Aberdeen Being a student for 9 years - studying Maths for 4 years and doing a medical degree for 5 years Deciding to leave medicine after 2 years of working as a doctor and moving in a different direction Spending 2 years living in Chamonix Deciding to give up her license to practice medicine Wanting to focus on ice climbing competitions Dealing with a shoulder injury and not being able to climb that hardTake a year and don't force yourself to make any decisionsStarting to consider a career in the outdoorsWanting to live a life that makes you happyThinking more about confidence Working as a mountaineering instructor for a number of yearsWanting to do the IFMGA but deciding against itWanting to climb the Munro's in Scotland Moving to Edinburgh and working in a bank as a data analystA Winter Munro Round….Inspired by Martin Moran who was the first to do this over 1984/85Starting to think about getting 3 months of unpaid leaveDeciding in the October and starting in December Figuring out the first 100 munro'sDoing 65k and 4,400 m of ascent and being out for 19 hoursDoing an average 4.4 munro's per dayPutting out a message on social media looking for help with accommodationThe kindness of strangersHaving a lot of self confidence with navigation, make sensible decisions and look after herselfWondering if she would keep wanting itInjury, weather and not wanting it anymore Feeling low on motivation during her menstrual cycleDr Stacy Simms on the Tough Girl Podcast Dealing with the low moments and keeping on walking When your mood is low - walk with friendsFinding it logistically a lot easer to be on her own Having a few foot issuesThe magical moments from the experience Writing her book - Breaking the SnowlineNutrition and eating on the mountains Getting addicted to Lucazade Gear and making risk based decisions Having an emergency bag - that went with her everyday Working with AlpkitWearing trainers and waterproof socks and why it worked for herMotherhood, mountains and adventuring with a new baby (Fergus) Having different parameters for what a day in the mountains looks likeGetting back to skiing and the mountains quicklyHow to connect with Anna ...
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    44 min
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