Time of the Week
30 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago -Welcome to the 'Time of the Week' Podcast with Lilypads! Our podcast is a safe friendly space for laid back and funny chat about 'bloody anything'. From our experiences trying reusable period products and to setting up a period company to dealing with casual sexism and gender inequality, Mhairi and Alison share their advice, personal thoughts and experiences. If you want to see an end to inequality, want to listen to some friendly chat, hear some embarrassing stories and tips and tricks then make sure to tune in!
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Episodes
Ep 30: Time of the Week to chat about rest...
May 28, 2021 12:40 - 30 minutes - 21 MBHello lovely humans and welcome to episode 30 of the Time of the Wee Podcast. This week we abandoned the original plan and get into an insightful discussion about rest. We discuss why we can feel guilty taking rest, tips on taking rest and attitudes to rest in a society that often encourages us to just keep going. Find out more about Lilypads work tackling period inequality here: www.lilypads.org.uk Or follow us on Instagram @lilypads.uk
Ep 28: Time of the Week to chat about sustainability in the bathroom...
May 21, 2021 16:00 - 26 minutes - 19.7 MBHello lovely humans, welcome to episode 28 of the Time of the Week Podcast. This week, Mhairi and Alison share their tips for using more sustainable toiletries. They share their own journey's to discovering sustainable products as well as the challenges and barriers which remain to accessing them. Find out about Lilypads products: www.lilypads.org.uk Follow us on Instagram: @lilypads.uk
Ep 29: Time of the Week to chat about what we wish we had known at school...
May 21, 2021 14:35 - 35 minutes - 22.5 MBHello lovely humans, welcome to episode 29 of the Time of the Week Podcast. This week we chat abut puberty education at school. What we were taught at school and what we wish we had been taught. Rate and subscribe to this podcast. Find out more about Lilypads www.lilypads.org.uk Instagram: @lilypads.uk
Ep 27: Time of the Week to chat to Emma Ahlert Co-founder of Back of Scotland
May 14, 2021 09:38 - 37 minutes - 27.2 MBHello lovely humans, welcome to episode 27 of the Time of the Week Podcast. This week, Mhairi sits down with Emma Ahlert one of the Co-founders of Back of Scotland. #BackOffScotland is a campaign group fighting for the right to harassment-free access to abortion services in Scotland. Mhairi and Emma discuss Emma's journey to activism, education as well as the emotional and social conversations attached to topics such as abortion access. Find out more about Back of Scotland on thier Instag...
Ep 25: Time of the Week to chat about holistic ways of managing period pain
April 09, 2021 15:50 - 25 minutes - 18.7 MBHello lovely humans welcome to episode 25 of the Time of the week podcast. This week Mhairi and Alison chat about holistic ways of managing period pain. They share their thoughts, what they know, what they don't know and why they think their own attitudes to period pain management may need to change. Please like, rate and subscribe to this podcast. Find out more: www.lilypads.org.uk
Ep 24: Time of the Week to chat about Sustainability and Food
March 29, 2021 11:00 - 27 minutes - 18.3 MBHello lovely listeners, welcome to episode 24 of the Time of the Week Podcast. This week we chat about food and sustainability. We discuss our own learning journey when it comes to understanding the environmental impact of food and some of the tips we have for cutting the carbon emissions created by your diet choices. Find out more about Lilypads: www.lilypads.org.uk Follow us on Instagram for regular updates: @lilypads.uk
EP 23: Time of the Week to chat about productivity tips when WFH
March 19, 2021 17:52 - 33 minutes - 21.7 MBHello lovely listeners, welcome to episode 23 of the Time of the Week Podcast. This week, Mhairi and Alison chat about their thoughts about working from home. They share their tips for staying motivated and productive at a time with many distractions. Find out more about Lilypads: www.lilypads.org.uk Follow us on Instagram: @lilypads.uk
Ep 22: Time of the Week to chat about Books...
March 10, 2021 10:42 - 35 minutes - 23.3 MBHello lovely humans, it is episode 22 of the Time of the Week Podcast. This podcast was filmed on International Book Day so Mhairi and Alison sit down and share some insights from the books they have been reading recently. Do you want to support Lilypads mission to ensure no one is limited by their period? Explore our website https://www.lilypads.org.uk/home/ Follow us on Instagram for more chat about gender equality, sustainability and period stigma. (@lilypads.uk)
Ep 21: Time of the Week to chat about our favourite sustainable fashion brands...
February 26, 2021 12:02 - 37 minutes - 27.1 MBHello lovely humans and welcome to the Time of the Week Podcast. In this weeks episode, Mhairi and Alison chat about their favourite brands. This time they focus on sustainable and ethical fashion brands. Tune in for a great discussion about some of the brands and the stories behind them. Want to support Lilypads and sponsor a pad to someone who needs it? Click here www.lilypads.org.uk Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lilypads.uk/
Ep 20: Time of the Week to chat about Lilypads first visit to Kenya...
February 26, 2021 10:26 - 35 minutes - 26.1 MBHello lovely humans, welcome to episode 20 of the Time of the Week Podcast. This week Mhairi and Alison take a look back to 2018 when they visited Kenya for the first time together to set up a reusable period pad trial and learn more about the community. To find out more about the Lilypads international model and support us visit our website www.lilypads.org.uk . Follow us on our Instagram to keep up to date with our latest news https://www.instagram.com/lilypads.uk/
EP19: Time of the Week to chat about confidence levels at school
February 15, 2021 12:27 - 17 minutes - 13.2 MBHello lovely listeners, it is episode 19 of the Time of the Week Podcast. This week Mhairi and Alison look back at their experience in school. Chatting about confidence levels and whether they ever thought they would be running a business. Due to some technical difficulties, the second half of this podcast all about where they are now and whether there is enough diverse representation amongst leaders is missing. Stay tuned for our passionate thoughts in the upcoming weeks. Find out more a...
EP19: Time of the Week to chat bout confidence levels at school
February 15, 2021 12:27 - 17 minutes - 13.2 MBHello lovely listeners, it is episode 19 of the Time of the Week Podcast. This week Mhairi and Alison look back at their experience in school. Chatting about confidence levels and whether they ever thought they would be running a business. Due to some technical difficulties, the second half of this podcast all about where they are now and whether there is enough diverse representation amongst leaders is missing. Stay tuned for our passionate thoughts in the upcoming weeks. Find out more a...
Ep 18: Time of the Week to chat to Erika from @savinggaea
February 10, 2021 18:05 - 43 minutes - 33.7 MBOn episode 18 of the Time of the Week Podcast, Mhairi and Alison are lucky to chat to Erika- the fabulous human behind the Instagram page @savinggeaea dedicated to sustainability and period inclusivity. They chat about their own journeys to sustainable living, period stigma and why reusable products are still viewed as 'icky'. Find out more about Lilypads www.lilypads.org.uk
Ep 17: Time of the Week to chat about the brands we love...
January 29, 2021 11:18 - 30 minutes - 20.2 MBHello lovely humans, it is episode 17 of the Time of the Week Podcast. This week Alison and Mhairi chat about the brands they love. Make sure to give us a rating and review. Tune in to hear about some amazing brands which focus on using business, femtech and innovation to solve problems and empower people across the world. Want to find out more about Lilypads visit their website www.lilypads.org.uk or use this link to find more platforms you can find Lilypads https://www.lilypads.org.uk/link...
Ep 16: Time of the Week to Chat about Period Cycle Lengths and tracking
January 22, 2021 14:33 - 31 minutes - 24 MBIt is episode 16 of the Time of the Week Podcast where we chat all things periods, feminism, reproductive health and about bloody anything else. This week, listen to Mhairi and Alison share their thoughts on period cycle length and tracking devices. Tune in for some lighthearted chat and funny random thoughts. Make sure to rate, review and share this podcast! Find out more about Lilypads on their social channels! Instagram: @lilypads.uk Facebook: @lilypads.uk Twitter: @Lilypads_UK...
Ep 15: Time of the Week to chat about our Lilypads journey...
January 18, 2021 12:00 - 40 minutes - 28.7 MBHello lovely humans! It is Episode 15 and the first episode of the Time of the Week Podcast for the year. This week, Mhairi and Alison dive into their Lilypads journey. Where Lilypads started, the decision to launch Lilypads as a full-fledged start-up and the challenges they have faced along the way. As always please subscribe and rate this podcast! Find out more about Lilypads here > https://www.lilypads.org.uk/links/
Ep 14: Time of the Week to reflect on 2020
December 18, 2020 18:18 - 35 minutes - 25.3 MBIt is the final episode of the Time of the Week Podcast for 2020. This extra episode is all about festive fun. We reflect on the year and look forward to 2021. As always please follow us on Instagram (lilypads.uk) or check us out on our website www.lilypads.org.uk. Happy New Year from Lilypads!
Ep 13: Time of the Week to chat about period myths...
December 18, 2020 14:01 - 38 minutes - 24.5 MBIt is Ep 13 of the Time of the Week Podcast. This Week Alison and Mhairi review and dive in to the myths and misconceptions surrounding periods sent in by you. They also share some of the myths that they used to believe. Enjoy more chat from Mhairi and Alison on Instagram, Facebook or at their website. Lilypads sell comfy reusable period pads, for every pack you buy a pack is sponsored to someone who needs it. Shop now.
Ep 12: Time of the Week to Chat about Periods during Pandemics
December 14, 2020 17:00 - 33 minutes - 21.6 MBIt is Ep12 of the Time of the Week Podcast. This week Mhairi and Alison chat about periods during recent lockdowns. They discuss the changes in period symptoms, the new barriers which face people with periods as well as discussing how we can increase accessibility to period products moving forward. Follow Lilypads on Social Media to keep up to date: FB/Instagram @lilypads.uk, Twitter: @lilypads_UK. Make sure to subscribe, share and review this podcast.
Ep 11: Time of the Week to chat about Period Sex
December 07, 2020 14:45 - 30 minutes - 22.1 MBOn Ep 11 of the Time of the Week Podcast, Alison and Mhairi answer your questions on period sex. Exploring why communication is key, why periods should not be a source of embarrassment and some tips for coping with the mess. Learn more about Lilypads on their website www.lilypads.org.uk or keep up to date with Mhairi and Alison through social media (Instagram/Facebook: @lilypads.uk, Twitter: @Lilypads_UK)
Ep 10: Time of the Week to chat about Period Symptoms
November 30, 2020 11:36 - 35 minutes - 23.1 MBOn Ep 10 of the Time of the Week Podcast, Mhairi and Alison dive into period symptoms. Answering your questions about what 'normal' is (or does it exist) and sharing the symptoms that they experience during their cycle as well as tips for coping. Find out more about what Lilypads get up to on their Instagram and Facebook pages @lilypads.uk or find out more on their website www.lilypads.org.uk.
Ep 9: Time of the Week to Chat about...Gender Equality
November 16, 2020 16:49 - 30 minutes - 21.7 MBIt is episode 9 of the 'Time of the Week' Podcast and this week we dive into gender equality and why it matters to us. Gender equality is at the heart of Lilypads and so we had a lot to say. Check out Lilypads Facebook and Instagram Pages: @lilypads.uk and visit our website www.lilypads.org.uk to find out more about our work.
Ep 8: Time of the Week to...chat about disposable products and itchiness, vulva stigma and body hair
November 06, 2020 11:01 - 33 minutes - 25.7 MBIt is Ep 8 of the Time of the Week Podcast. This week Mhairi and Alison answer a question about itchiness caused by disposable products. This chat leads to lots of thoughts on the stigma surrounding genitals, body hair and how we are shown bodies through sex ed. Tune in for some great chat...
Ep 7: Time of the Week to chat about...Leaks on bedsheets and the worries of leaking
November 02, 2020 17:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBOn Ep 7 of the Time of the Week Podcast, Mhairi and Alison share their tips for getting period stains out of bed sheets as well as their experiences and thoughts on period leaks. Tune in for advice, lots of laughs and some insights to their own experiences. Hear more from Mhairi and Alison on Lilypads Instagram Page or check out their website for more info about what they are up to.
Ep 6: Time of the Week...to chat about our product journeys
October 26, 2020 16:26 - 37 minutes - 23.7 MBIt is Ep 6 of the Time of the Week Podcast! This week Alison and Mhairi chat about their own journeys with period products. Tune in for a friendly and fun chat about what products they have used and their thoughts and experiences.
Episode 5: Time of the Week to... chat about sustainability
October 19, 2020 16:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBIt is E5 of the Time of the Week Podcast and this week is environmenstrual week ! This week Mhairi and Alison dive into sustainability sharing their tips for being more sustainable as well as their thoughts on period sustainability. Stay tuned for some friendly, fun chat.
Episode 4: Time of the Week to Chat with the Period Poverty Society
October 12, 2020 19:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBOn this week of the 'Time of the Week' Podcast Mhairi sits down with Saffron from the Period Poverty Society. Tune in for a friendly chat about where the period poverty society began and our opinions on how we can continue to reduce period poverty for people with periods.
Episode 3: Time of the Week to... share our first period stories
October 06, 2020 17:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBIt is Episode 3 of the Time of the Week Podcast! This week Mhairi and Alison answer one of your questions...'what was your first period story?'. Have a listen if you want to hear some insights into our first periods and our tips for having 'the chat' with your children. As ever please send in any questions, feedback or thoughts to our social media @lilypads.uk or send us an email at [email protected].
Episode 2: Time of the Week to chat about period stigma!
September 29, 2020 09:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBIt is Episode 2 of the Time of the Week Podcast! This week, Mhairi and Alison dive into the world of period stigma. Where we think it comes from, our personal experiences of it and what we think needs to change to improve it. Tune in for some fab thoughts and bit of friendly weekly chat.
Episode 1: Time of the Week to...get chatty about gender stereotypes
September 21, 2020 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBWelcome to Week 1 of Our Time of the Week with Lilypads where we get chatty about the time of the month and so much more! Join us each week to hear about Mhairi and Alison’s ups and downs, as well as a deep dive into a topic or question. On week 1 we dive into gender stereotypes, what our thoughts on them are, how to engage in conversations with those who stereotype you or others in a harmful way and how to look after yourself when having these conversations.