EmpowerHer Play Podcast

Is Shafia Married To Santa? 🎅🏾

In this hilarious and light-hearted episode, the gang gets a bit delirious and dives into a fun, random chat about everything from family life to juggling motherhood. Join Yashmin, Salma, and Shafia as they discuss the chaos of being Bengali mums in 2024, including the back-to-school rush, raising older kids, and the joys (and struggles!) of cooking for the family. And yes, they even humorously wonder—is Shafia secretly married to Santa?! In This Episode: Mum Life Realities: The team opens up about the daily challenges and rewards of being mums, sharing relatable and funny stories about raising kids in today’s world. Back to School: Hear how they’re managing the back-to-school season, from packing lunches to helping with homework, and how life changes as the kids grow older. Cooking & Family Life: The girls chat about their experiences cooking for their families, balancing traditional Bengali dishes with busy schedules, and the general ups and downs of family life. Random Fun & Delirious Banter: In true podcast fashion, the gang goes off on a hilarious tangent—Shafia’s jokingly dubbed as “Mrs. Claus”! Don’t miss this episode filled with laughter, warmth, and real-life mum confessions. Tune in for a laid-back, feel-good episode that’s all about family, fun, and navigating motherhood with humor. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more entertaining episodes!

Big Shaf's Birthday Bonanza! 🎉

In this special birthday episode, the gang is celebrating Big Shaf—aka Shafia's—birthday! 🎂 Yashmin, Salma, and Shafia share laughs as they teasingly pick on Shafia for turning 50, even though she’s actually 48! Join in on the fun as they reflect on what they’ve been up to over the past few weeks, from attending the Sporting Equals Awards and Women for Women events to celebrating grassroots football at the awards. In This Episode:Shafia's Birthday Bash: It’s Shafia’s big day! The girls have a playful time poking fun at Shafia’s “50th” birthday, with lots of jokes, laughter, and birthday banter. What’s Been Happening: The gang catches up on all the exciting things they’ve been involved in lately, from the Sporting Equals Awards recognizing diversity in sports to the Women for Women events and the grassroots football awards. Hear their thoughts on the importance of celebrating women and community in sports. Reflections & Fun: As always, the girls share their personal experiences, chat about life, and keep the vibes light and joyful in this celebratory episode.

In It For The Long Run? FT NeuroSpicy Nas 🏃🏽‍♀️

In this special episode, the gang welcomes a very inspiring guest—NeuroSpicy Nas! Nas is an advocate for long-distance running and a proud champion of raising awareness for autism and ADHD. Join Yashmin, Salma, and Shafia as they dive into an important conversation with Nas about living with disabilities, including hidden disabilities like autism and ADHD, and how these challenges have shaped her incredible journey in running. Nas shares her personal story, discusses her remarkable achievements in long-distance running, and explains how the Muslimah Sports Association (MSA) became her gateway into this rewarding hobby. In This Episode: Meet NeuroSpicy Nas: Learn about Nas's journey as a long-distance runner while managing autism and ADHD. She shares her powerful story about overcoming challenges, breaking barriers, and thriving in the world of sports. Disabilities & Hidden Disabilities: The team explores the importance of understanding both visible and hidden disabilities, discussing how society can be more inclusive and supportive of those who live with them. Achievements in Running: Nas shows off her incredible accomplishments in long-distance running and offers tips for others who are looking to get into the sport, regardless of their abilities. MSA’s Role in Nas’s Journey: Nas explains how the Muslimah Sports Association (MSA) played a key role in introducing her to running and fostering her love for the sport. This episode is filled with inspiration, resilience, and meaningful conversations about the importance of inclusivity in sports and beyond. Don’t miss this empowering episode! Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to our channel for more impactful content.

Puff Daddy Or Puff Pastry?

Welcome to another jam-packed episode of our podcast! This week, the gang tackles a variety of hot topics and news stories. Join Yashmin, Salma, and Shafia as they dive into the latest accusations against P Diddy, chat about Phillip Schofield's new Channel 5 show "Cast Away," reflect on the accusations about former Harrods owner Al Fayed, and weigh in on the Huw Edwards controversy. Of course, they also sprinkle in some light-hearted banter about their experiences being Bengali, along with their signature fun and general chit-chat! In This Episode: P Diddy Accusations: The team discusses the recent accusations against music mogul P Diddy, sharing their thoughts on the scandal and its potential impact. Phillip Schofield’s New Show: Salma brings up Phillip Schofield’s new Channel 5 show Cast Away—what’s it all about, and is it worth the watch? Al Fayed: The group reflects on the legacy of the former Harrods owner and his impact on British society and beyond. Huw Edwards Controversy: The girls weigh in on the recent controversy surrounding BBC presenter Huw Edwards, giving their candid takes on the situation. Being Bengali & General Chat: As always, the team shares a few fun moments about their experiences growing up Bengali and their day-to-day lives, keeping things light and relatable.

How to win a BOAT RACE? 🥇

In this powerful episode, our hosts Yashmin, founder of the Muslimah Sports Association (MSA), Salma, and Shafia are joined by special guest In this lively episode, we’re celebrating victories and milestones! Salma proudly shows off the winning boat race trophy, and the team shares all the exciting things they've been up to lately. From Yashmin’s incredible achievement of graduating with her master’s degree to the team’s holiday adventures in Jordan, this episode is filled with fun stories, personal triumphs, and a bit of friendly competition. In This Episode: Boat Race Champions: Salma brings the boat race trophy to the podcast and shares the exciting details of how the team took home the win. Get ready for some playful banter and stories from the event! Yash’s Masters Graduation: Yashmin celebrates her huge academic milestone—graduating with her master’s degree. She reflects on the hard work, dedication, and the journey that led to this achievement. Holiday Adventures in Jordan: Yashmin recounts her family fun and memorable holiday in Jordan, sharing her favourite moments, cultural experiences, and everything in between.