Episodes
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Episode 70: Zion Lights
Zion Lights is an environmental activist and previously worked with Extinction Rebellion to advocate for climate change. Zion is an expert in science communication and she noticed how a lot of the messaging around climate change can be alienating and threatening - one of the main reasons why she...
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Episode 69: Christine Armstrong
Christine's life turned upside down in 2009 after she gave birth to her first child. She found it difficult to juggle her new life as a mother and continue to excel in her career. Things didn't get any easier as her family grew. Christine decided the only way to find answers was to conduct…
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Episode 68: Lauren Currie OBE
Lauren Currie is the founder of Upfront - a movement that seeks to change confidence in women around the world. We discuss the realities of building a brand straight from scratch and the personal cost this all comes with. Lauren grew up in a working class family in Glasgow and through her hard…
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Episode 67: Live at Byline Festival
This live podcast was recorded at the Byline Festival in Notting Hill - I was joined by Dr Julia Grace Patterson, Lord Victor Adebowale, and Lorraine Collins. Dr Julia Grace Patterson is the founder and chief executive of Every Doctor, a campaign group advocating for better working conditions for...
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Episode 66: Patsy Stevenson
Patsy Stevenson was detained at the Clapham Common vigil for Sarah Everard - the moment that changed her life forever. Her photo went viral online and overnight, her life changed forever. She is now dealing with the Metropolitan Police and taking her case to the High Court, all of which comes at…
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Episode 65: Rupinder Kaur
Rupinder Kaur is the award-winning founder of Asian Women Mean Business. Her vision is to create a community of South Asian women who feel empowered to build their dream businesses and excel in their respective fields. Building this business has been one of the most challenging projects for...
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Episode 64 - Sian Norris
Sian Norris is a writer and author of her first non-fiction book, Birth Violence. We discussed how the far right has had an impact on women's reproductive rights and the extent of her research in writing this book. Sian has a very optimistic view of the future. She's campaigned with many groups…
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Episode 63: Daniel Guinness
Daniel Guinness runs Beyond Equality, an organisation that promotes positive masculinity, disrupts negative expectations and stereotypes and empowers men to be better allies to women and girls. Daniel has an academic background in Anthropology and has also conducted research on issues of gender…
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Episode 62 - Joeli Brearley
Joeli is the founder of Pregnant Then Screwed. She started campaigning after she lost her job when she fell pregnant -an experience that changed her life forever. A one-woman battle has now become a huge organization helping thousands of women across the country. We reflect on the last two years...
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Episode 61: Iain Overton
Iain Overton is an investigative journalist and author. He has travelled around the world sharing stories of war and the human cost of violence. We discussed his writing career and how he believes that the role of journalists goes beyond the main headline - his work has covered the most…
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Episode 60 - Jess Jones
Jess Jones A.K.A. The Fat Funny One is a mum of four and a lifestyle blogger. Jess is known for spreading awareness on self-confidence and has recently released her book, Own It - a practical guide to learning how to love yourself in your own skin. We discuss her life as she grew up in a council...
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Episode 59 - Asma Khan
Asma Khan is one of the UK's most prominent female chefs and an unstoppable force for social change in the food industry. We discuss her life before coming to the UK and why she felt the need to explore her identity and culture through her cooking. The process of going from having dinner clubs at...
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Episode 58 - Gina Martin
We all know Gina Martin as the woman who changed the law in 2019. Taking this step came at a huge personal cost and Gina is still processing the turmoil she went through for something which seemed so simple at the time - women's safety. Gina talks about her life before becoming an activist and...
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Episode 57 - Deepti Gurdasani
Deepti is a clinical epidemiologist and throughout the pandemic, she has been very vocal about the lack of data the British government has been providing to the public. Deepti has used her own platform to speak truth to power and raise alarm bells with the government's handling of the pandemic.…
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Episode 56 - George Monbiot
George Monbiot is a writer and activist. Throughout his years as an investigative journalist, he uncovered some of the greatest stories of mankind. Despite the resistance he faced to publish his stories in mainstream media, George always had his mind set on making people aware of the truth. We...
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Episode 55 - Dr Gavin Francis
Dr Gavin Francis is an award-winning writer and GP. His latest book explores how - and why - we get better, revealing the many shapes recovery takes, its shifting history and the frequent failure of our modern lives to make adequate space for it. We dive into his learnings as a doctor and how...
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Episode 54 - Jaspreet Kaur
It was a pleasure having Jaspreet back on the show! As she prepares to release her new book, Brown Girl Like Me, we discuss: - Her writing process - Why it's important to have South Asian voices in the writing world - How she's learnt the art of self-love and compassion over the most stressful...
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Episode 53 - Jamie Klingler
Jamie Klingler has had an eventful year - not only through her activism, but also through her journey of weight loss and quitting alcohol. We discussed how she's found a new purpose through her work as an activist and how none of this would have been possible if she hadn't made the bold decision…
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Episode 52 - Otto English
Otto English is the pen name for author and writer Andrew Scott. In his book, Fake History, he dissects the greatest lies told by the world that shaped our society. Andrew's take on Brexit and our current political landscape is eye-opening and throught-provoking. We discuss politics, the role...
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51: Catherine Mayer - Author & Co-founder of Women's Equality Party
Catherine's insight into our political landscape is thought-provoking and inspiring. We discussed Catherine's case against Time Magazine for sex and age discrimination. This was an extremely challenging period of her career, but she knew this wasn't just for her - it was a fight for the future of...
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Episode 50: Two Years On
It's been two years since I released the very first episode of Meenal's World - life has changed significantly since I recorded my first episode. In this episode, I touch upon why I felt I needed a break and how podcasting has helped me in my own healing and understanding of the world. Thank you…
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48: Kajal Odedra
Kajal Odedra is the UK Director of Change.org – a platform that enables people everywhere to start campaigns, mobilise supporters, and work with decision-makers to drive solutions. It has become the world’s leading platform for change with over 200 million people in 196 countries creating change…
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47: Women's Day Special!
Celebrating all the incredible women who have inspired us and blazed the trail for people like me and the generations ahead of us - cheers to all the ladies who've joined me on my own journey!
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Episode 46: Dr Amit Patel
Amit Patel, a medical doctor, lost his vision at the age of 32, just 18 months after he married the love of his life. We discuss how he found a new purpose through this life-changing experience. Now raising a family in London, Amit tells me about his most challenging days and how his resilience…
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45: Lauren Currie, OBE
Lauren Currie is the CEO of Stride - their mission is to democratise leadership development. Lauren is also the founder of UPFRONT, and her mission is to help hundreds of women find their inner confidence. Lauren has spent the last five years building her empire and still to this day, works...
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44: Maryam Namazie - Humans rights activist
Maryam's work has focused on human rights violations against refugees, and has actively campaigned against sharia law. Maryam became well known for her critique of the treatment of women under Islamic regimes. We talk about her family history and her views on the right to speak up and…
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43: Misan Harriman
Misan was the first black photographer to shoot the cover of British Vogue in it's 104-year history. I met Misan last summer when he photographed me for the September issue of British Vogue and after a brief chat, I was in awe of his passion and determination to share the stories of those who…
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42: Vicki Broadbent
Vicki is a writer, director, and bestselling author of MumBoss. Working in the film industry as a female, she has had to overcome so many obstacles in balancing her career as an award-winning filmmaker and a mother of two young boys. We talk about empowering other women through their journey as…
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41: Dr Nisreen Alwan, MBE
Dr Nisreen was born and raised in Iraq and lived through two different wars. She lived in a world where speaking up wasn't as easy and she understands the value of freedom of speech. This is why she uses her platform to empower, educate, and speak truth to power. Dr Nisreen was honoured with an…
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40: Tuesday Morning Podcast
I ramble on about trying to keep up with literally every single news headline being thrown at us and I answer your questions!
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39: Hardeep Matharu
As a journalist, Hardeep talks about the responsibility she feels she has of informing the public on the realities of our society. We talk about her work in the field of journalism after qualifying in law at Cambridge and how she faces the challenges of misinformation. Born in a traditional Sikh...
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38: Tuesday Morning Podcast
I ramble on about lockdown 3.0, our victory against the government and I answer your questions!
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37: Tuesday Morning Podcast
I ramble on about meeting my hero, self-criticism, and answer your questions!
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36: Femi Oluwole - Political Campaigner
Femi left his law degree to fully dedicate his time and energy to campaign for Britain to remain in the EU. Despite the death threats and hardships that revolve around such a big stand, he believes that someone needs to be out there taking control and educating the public on what our politicians...
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35: Tuesday Morning Podcast
I ramble on about the vaccine, the new year, and answer your questions!
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34: How I Lost 9kg in My Fourth Trimester
Times are tough. We are in a pandemic, we have less support than expected, but I made sure that I didn't let that get in my way. I couldn't let it get in my way, because if I did, I wouldn't be giving my best to my family. I knew what I wanted from the start and I made it happen. There is still…
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33: Tuesday Morning Podcast
I ramble on about Bollywood wives, trash TV, and answer your questions.
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32: Beyond Politics - Understanding The System
This week, I explore how politics plays a pivotal role in your life. Yes, we all have food on our plate and a roof over our head, but that doesn't mean that the political system that you live under doesn't impact your life. I give you personal examples of how I feel my vote makes a personal...
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31: Tuesday Morning Podcast
I ramble on about this second lockdown, Instagram doctors, and my non-existent sleep schedule.
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Episode 30 - Why I Started Meenal's World
A lot of you may know that prior to starting Meenal's World, I co-hosted my very first podcast, Desi Outsiders for two years. I started this podcast in medical school when I was trying to figure out the path in life I wanted to take. But things didn't work out as planned, and I have learnt so…
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Episode 29: Jasvinder Sanghera - Survivor of Forced Marriage
At 14, Jasvinder Sanghera ran away from home to break the chain of forced marriage that she saw in her elder sisters. One of her sisters was married at the age of 15 and ended up committing suicide as the abuse she was facing was unimaginable. On that day in 1981, she had two options: to give…
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Episode 28: Jussi Sidhu - Life in Foster Care
Jussi lost her father at the tender age of six to suicide. Her mother struggled to take care of Jussi and her three siblings which meant that they had to be taken into foster care. Being raised in foster care meant that she was separated from her siblings and rarely communicated with her mother.…
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Episode 27: Juggy Sidhu - From Pain To Passion
In his early twenties, Juggy was diagnosed with clinical depresssion. He struggled and fought hard to find a way out. One day, he was tired of figuring things out and his thoughts translated into a physical act that changed his whole life. Bodybuilding and coaching aside, this man has endured...
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Episode 26: Gurinder Mann, Part 2
Last week, we left off with Gurinder talking about dealing with the loss of her father as well as her very difficult pregnancies. She was rushed to hospital on her 6th pregnancy at just 5 months. After so many gruelling hours of contractions and confusion, she finally gave birth to Jiya. But Jiya...
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Episode 25: Gurinder Mann - Baby Loss, Miscarriage and Hope.
YouTube Feature Interview Special: As we come to the end of Baby Loss Awareness Week, I've come to realize how so many of us forget the different facets involved in any pregnancy. Gurinder shared her story of seven miscarriages, and the birth of her miracle baby, Simran. Not only did Gurinder…
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Episode 24: Tricha Kumar - Cultural Activist & Filmmaker
Tricha is an international choreographer and filmmaker, born and raised in the USA. Her love for Indian culture and her experience in Bollywood has led her to work on her own film and her hard work and passion to continue to learn is contagious! Working as a Bollywood dancer is not as glamorous…
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Episode 23: Manjit Gill, CEO Binti International
Manjit founded the very first period charity in the UK and in India. Manjit's experience in the business industry helped her sell her vision of making sure that every girl bleeds with dignity. Period poverty is all around us, even in developed countries where resources are much more readily...
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Episode 22 - Tina Singh
Raising three children is tough. Raising three children during a pandemic will make any mother lose her sanity! I spoke to Tina a few years ago on Desi Outsiders, but I was a medical student back then. Now, as a new mother, I can't imagine having my own baby, plus another two! Tina talks me…
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Episode 21 - Dr Punam Krishan
Post partum depression is a topic many men and women shy away from. But we have to acknowledge that many women around us will put a brave face on, but deep down are desperate for help. Dr Punam talks about her journey with her first born and how it took her years to acknowledge the fact that she...
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Episode 20 - My Post Partum Story
This week, I will share my journey with you and why it's important to have these conversations. So many women struggle after giving birth and we just don't talk about it enough. The last 7 weeks have been an uphill battle, but I've acknowledged it and I want to change things and help myself - but...
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