#154 "I Was Wrong: Teaching Girls Bravery Over Perfection" Reshma Saujani

In this powerful episode, Reshma reflects on her past focus on empowering girls to be brave, realising the core issue lies in fixing systemic problems rather than women themselves. We dive into: The evolution of the 'girl boss' generation Challenges of caregiving responsibilities, and the economic implications of childcare Personal anecdotes highlight the journey of inspiration from strong female role models and the shift towards embracing authenticity in podcasts and professional spheres The motherhood penalty in the workforce Societal expectations of gender roles Policy advocacy for paid leave and childcare The emphasis is on collective action and redefining motherhood and career without penalty How to achieve true equality 00:00 Introduction: Rethinking Women's Empowerment 00:38 The Economic Impact of Childcare 01:15 Personal Reflections and Mentorship 03:27 Authenticity in Podcasting 05:49 The Struggle for Female Bravery 15:22 Systemic Barriers and the Care Crisis 27:21 Redefining Freedom in Motherhood and Work 28:27 The Gender Pay Gap and Parental Leave 29:57 Challenging Workplace Biases 33:07 The Economic Impact of Childcare 39:44 The Role of Men in Parenting 44:34 Balancing Fast-Paced Life and Self-Care 47:11 The Fight for Equality and Personal Reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices