Why Period Shame Still Shows Up at Work ...with Michelle Hartley

I'm thrilled to be joined by Michelle Hartley for the second episode of The Bloody Truth.Which, if you didn't catch my announcement earlier, is my new LinkedIn Live series - short, honest conversations about what it means to be in a body that bleeds (or support someone who does), and how that plays out in the workplace.Michelle is one of those rare humans who just exudes joy, light, and sparkle, and I’m lucky enough to call her a friend.She’s just as passionate, fiery, committed, and not-here-for-performative-nonsense as I am about creating truly inclusive spaces.We also share a passionate dislike for “banter” culture, which is basically the socially accepted art of insulting someone to their face and getting away with it.Her programme Banter Bingo calls it out beautifully, so in this live, we’re looking at how period shame is still getting a free pass in workplaces that should know better.Because let’s be honest...🩸 Periods still get joked about.🩸 People still get shamed (directly or subtly) for being ‘too emotional’, ‘moody’, or ‘dramatic’.🩸 And even in 2025, bleeding at work often means managing it quietly and professionally... (which is code for pretend it’s not happening).Michelle is the founder of People Sorted and Find Your Awesome - Business Partner Programme, where she helps organisations...➡️ Transform HR teams from beige to brilliant➡️ Challenge toxic behaviours with skill (not shame)➡️ And is the founder of The HR Geek Squad, where a great culture, dignity, boundaries and belonging are non-negotiable.This conversation is going to be punchy, honest, and probably a bit sweary(ish).