Woman Alive | The podcast for Christian women

This very special episode is our first EVER live video recording with an audience of Woman Alive readers, writers, friends and friends of the podcast! Today’s conversation on The Sisterhood, is inspired by International Women’s Day.

We live in a culture which seemingly takes any opportunity to pit women against each other. In the Bible, we have examples like Rachel and Leah competing for Jacob’s affection – representing the complexity of the relationships we have with other women.

Our host, Tola-Doll Fisher and her guests ask, how do we shift from high school mean girl culture, to women supporting women – at church, at work – even on the school run?
And what happens when we respond to Jesus’ prayer for unity (Luke 17) and intentionally curate safe spaces for women?


Hannah Stephenson-Kelly is an ordinand in the Church of England. Her article for Woman Alive is the inspiration for the discussion we're having today. Read it here: https://www.womanalive.co.uk/opinion/sisterhood-is-not-just-a-label-that-ties-together-a-group-of-women-in-a-90s-sitcom/17330.article


Alisa Latty-Alleyne is a leader in Christian media and has recently moved on from her role as National Director of The Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN) in UK and Ireland. Alisa has just started an Executive MBA at University of Warwick, specialising in Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence. You can connect with Alisa on LinkedIn by searching her full name.


The Right Reverend Dr Jill Duff is the Anglican Bishop of Lancaster, a Premier trustee, and an author. Jill’s new book is called Held in God's Gaze (SPCK) and aims to help readers discover the wisdom, prayer, and spiritual insight of saints and mystics across Christian history.


The live audience Q&A questions in this episode were:
1. Has Jesus also redeemed the desire to be “liked” that Jill referred to after the fall? And if yes, how do we live in the redeemed state?


2. Meanness can be rooted in anxiety and comparison. Do you think this is more of a challenge in the digital, social media age that girls and women exist in today?


3. ⁠How does the Gospel help us understand sisterhood as part of God's design as opposed to just a social construct?


4. ⁠What would you say to women who have experienced heartbreak from sisterhood and are afraid to establish new sisterhoods?

5. ⁠⁠Do you think that sometimes we can have unrealistic expectations of each other as women and the capacity that we have to help uphold others?


6. ⁠Have any of you had to deal with betrayal by a sister, and if yes, how did you heal from it, or navigate the situation?


The Woman Alive podcast is produced by award-winning podcast producer, Dami Okeke.


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If you could get a preview of your future, a year, five or ten years from now, would you? A recent study by mobile network provider 02 revealed 78% of 25–34-year-old in the UK rely on their horoscopes to make major life decisions, and some Christians are guilty of going from one event to another seeking a “word of prophecy”.
In Leviticus 19:26 we read very clear instructions, “Do not practice divination or seek omens”.

On this episode, host Tola-Doll Fisher and her guests ask - why are we so obsessed with knowing the future?


Kate Orson is a freelance writer and author. She has also written for UK Publications including, The Telegraph, Daily Mail, and Metro. After over 20 years in the New Age, she converted to Christianity in 2021.

Kate's article for Woman Alive is the inspiration for the discussion we're having today. Read it here: https://www.womanalive.co.uk/opinion/tarot-cards-are-a-definite-no-for-christians-and-this-is-why/20295.article and you find more of Kate’s work at https://kateorsonwrites.substack.com/ or you can connect with her on Instagram @kateorsonwrites


Alex Palmer has been teaching at a primary school based in Cornwall for more than two decades! She is also the self-published author of Charlotte's Candle, a novel which she dreamed about almost 30 years ago, before bringing it to reality! You can find a copy of Kate’s novel ‘Charlotte’s Candle’ on amazon or you can connect with her on Instagram @charlottescandle.


The Great Sexpectation question in this episode is titled ‘How do I let go and move on from a guy that is not good for me?’


The Woman Alive podcast is produced by award-winning podcast producer, Dami Okeke.


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Disclaimer: The views expressed in this discussion are attributed to the individual speakers – they are not giving medical or professional advice. If you are struggling with addiction or need support, please contact your GP or visit the NHS website for a list of support services.


Throughout the Bible God is described as our refuge and fortress, our strength and shield, our ever present help. But despite these biblical truths, when we face trials and challenging seasons, many of us find other ways to escape. It could be one too many glasses of wine after a long day, or something as “innocent” as scrolling on social media for hours.
On this episode, host Tola-Doll Fisher and her guests ask why do we fall into bad habits and addictions, and how can we practice true dependence on God?


Callie Louise Nixon is the founder and CEO of Rainbow Promise, a Christian ministry providing supported housing and daily discipleship programmes for women struggling with addiction and homelessness. She is also a Christian trauma-informed counsellor with her private practice, Hope & Thrive Therapy.
Callie's article for Woman Alive is the inspiration for the discussion we're having today. Read it here: https://www.womanalive.co.uk/drug-addiction-nearly-cost-me-my-life/18857.article and you find out more about Callie’s ministry at www.rainbowpromisecic.org/


Ailsa Mckinlay is a medical doctor living and working in Gloucestershire. Ailsa is passionate about understanding and sharing the intersection between physical, mental and spiritual health. A church-led digital fast for lent, helped her identify an unhealthy dependence on her phone.


The Great Sexpectation question in this episode is titled ‘Why is my boyfriend always playing video games?’


The Woman Alive podcast is produced by award-winning podcast producer, Dami Okeke.


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With the new year comes the pressure to outperform the previous year – but no one is arguably under more pressure than the “ambitious modern woman”. Today women are go-getters, CEOs, heads of state, activists - but they are also homemakers, mothers, wives. Women have been praised for their ability to multitask, but as we bring this strength to our professional and personal lives, many of us are unconsciously living in survival mode and edging towards burnout!

On this episode, host Tola-Doll Fisher and her guests discuss how we can strike the balance between productivity, and holistic wellness.


Salomé Criddle is an author, businesswoman, motivational speaker and founder of TWIRL (Thriving Women In Real Life) – a women’s movement which focuses on marriage, motherhood, business and leadership. She lives in Essex with her husband Paul and their three sons. Salome's article for Woman Alive is the inspiration for the discussion we're having today. Read it here: https://www.womanalive.co.uk/opinion/finding-rest-as-a-christian-woman-while-building-a-business-and-birthing-a-baby/19305.article and you can connect with Salomé and find out more about her ministry at www.twirlhub.com/ and connect with her on Instagram @twirlmovement


Philippa Strachan is the founder of Still Waters Retreats - creating spaces for women to pause, rest, and reconnect with God. She lives in Jersey, Channel Islands with her husband and two young children. After nearly two decades in banking across multiple countries, a six-month sabbatical helped her rediscover the value of rest! You can find out more about Philippa’s retreat at www.stillwatersjersey.co.uk/ and connect with her on Instagram @stillwatersjersey


The Great Sexpectation question in this episode is titled ‘My partner is suffering from depression and anxiety, and I feel helpless’


The Woman Alive podcast is produced by award-winning podcast producer, Dami Okeke.


Special offer! Podcast listeners get 50% off Woman Alive magazine: womanalive.co.uk/podcast

Disclaimer: This episode explores mature topics including sex and rape, and may not reflect the views of all Christians


This is part two of an in-depth discussion on the topic of soul ties! In part one, host Tola-Doll Fisher spoke with Bobbi Kumari about sexual soul ties – which can have positive outcomes in a godly marriage and negative ones outside of it.

On this episode, Tola-Doll and guest Stacy Hulm discuss the relationship between soul ties and unforgiveness.


Stacy is a former Christian radio presenter and a certified inner healing and deliverance minister. Last year she released a new book called, By My Word, They Will Be Healed. Her and her husband Nick are co-founders of Healing House Ministries in Missouri. Stacy's article for Woman Alive is the inspiration for the conversation we're having today. Read it here: https://www.womanalive.co.uk/opinion/you-can-have-an-ungodly-soul-tie-with-the-person-you-refuse-to-forgive/19181.article and find out more about with Stacy’s ministry at https://www.stacyhulm.com/


The Great Sexpectation question in this episode is titled ‘How do I set boundaries with a toxic friend?’


The Woman Alive podcast is produced by award-winning podcast producer, Dami Okeke.


Special offer! Podcast listeners get 50% off Woman Alive magazine: womanalive.co.uk/podcast