In Season 5’s final episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, host Gill Hunter has an uplifting and inspiring conversation with Catrina McHugh MBE, Co-Founder of Open Clasp Theatre Company, a feminist theatre company based in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Catrina shares her story from activism to theatre, and highlights the transformative power of art for social change. She also emphasises the importance of collaboration, storytelling and empathy in creating change, while also reflecting on the challenges and hopes for the future of social justice and prison reform.

Highlights include:

• Catrina’s background and her journey into theatre and activism.

• A look back at her time spent at Greenham Common and her involvement in the miners strike.

• The work of Open Clasp Theatre Company, a feminist theatre company focused on the power and value of arts for social change.

• How Open Clasp Theatre gives voices to marginalised communities, including women in prison.

• Catrina’s perspective on the role of the arts and theatre in addressing social issues and driving change.

• Her work on government advisory panels and the importance of having a seat at the table as an advocate for change.

• Catrina’s involvement in her band, ‘The Camp Vamps’, and how she uses this as a source of joy.

  
  

Connect with Catrina McHugh MBE on LinkedIn

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/catrina-mchugh-mbe-0962831a

Find out more about Open Clasp Theatre Company

https://www.openclasp.org.uk/

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In this episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, host Gill Hunter has a future-focused conversation with Toby Bridges, CEO of NBT Group - a North East family business with a remarkable 117 year legacy.

From humble beginnings as a tram parts supplier to a cutting edge provider of supply chain management and AI driven solutions, Toby shares the journey and evolution of NBT, and why he aims to create a world where technology reduces inefficiency, giving people time back.

Highlights include:

• How NBT has evolved over the last century, from tram parts to AI powered supply chain solutions.
  

• The role of women in NBT’s legacy and why Toby sees them as early innovators.

• Why poor data is to blame for waste, not people, and how AI can be a force for good.
  

• Toby’s vision for the North East; to be a digital exemplar through devolution and collaboration.
  

• How fearlessness and adaptability has helped Toby to run a legacy business.
  

• How curiosity, networking and ‘just getting on with it’ are key traits for the next generation of workers.

  
  

Connect with Toby Bridges on Linkedin

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/tobybridges

Find out more about your host Gill Hunter

https://squareonelaw.com/people/gill-hunter/

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In this episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, host Gill Hunter sits down with Kate Rose, Founder and Creative Director of TUTTI&CO - a thriving North East-based fashion and accessories brand that has been going strong for 20 years. With seasonal collections of jewellery and accessories, TUTTI&CO is stocked by major retailers like John Lewis and Fenwicks, and draws inspiration from Kate’s travels around the world.

Despite facing many challenges, Kate's resilience and creativity have driven the business forward. She shares insights on the power of authenticity, learning from setbacks and making fearless decisions in business.

Highlights include:

• How a trip to Milan and the Italian culture inspired Kate to launch TUTTI&CO
  

• Kate’s creative process and how she draws inspiration from travel and experiences
  

• The challenges of expanding into homeware, and the lessons that came with it
  

• How TUTTI&CO adapted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  

• Kate’s exciting plans to open a new retail concept store, and the story behind how this came to be.
  

• Kate’s reflections on her proudest moments after 20 years of TUTTI&CO, including selling products in John Lewis, Oxford Street.

Connect with Kate Rose on Linkedin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-rose-63b16549/?originalSubdomain=uk

Find out more about your host Gill Hunter

https://squareonelaw.com/people/gill-hunter/

Find out more about Square One Law

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Find out more about ‘Fear Less, Do More’

https://squareonelaw.com/insights/fear-less-do-more/

This podcast was produced and recorded at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio🦩

https://www.flamingoheights.co.uk/

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In this episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, host Gill Hunter talks with Tom and Jack, twin brothers and founders of Atha Properties. Neither of them imagined a future in property development, but after a brief and unfulfilling experience at university, they found themselves drawn to the student housing market - and plunged headfirst into learning the ropes of renovation, business, and building a business.

Tom and Jack share their journey from living in a caravan to managing a growing portfolio of student properties in Teesside. They open up about the learning curves, the unpredictable nature of working with family, and how resilience and humour have kept them grounded through it all. Their story is an inspiring look at taking risks, embracing mistakes, and finding opportunity in unexpected places.

Highlights include:

• How leaving university and returning home ended with the brothers living in a caravan while figuring out their next move
  

• Lessons learned through trial and error—including flooded floors, botched renovations, and mastering how to lay lino
  

• Taking on a major student housing project and racing to finish carpets just as the first tenants arrived
  

• How setbacks and stress strengthened their determination and deepened their bond as siblings and business partners
  

• Honest reflections on the mental pressure of entrepreneurship and the importance of perseverance
  

• Why they believe Teesside is full of untapped potential for development
  

• A surprising story about sibling rivalry gone too far, and what their girlfriends had to say about it
  

• Their ambition to grow Atha Properties while keeping family, fun, and community at the heart of what they do
  

Find Tom Atha on Linkedin

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/tom-atha-11513bb3?trk=public_profile_browsemap

Find Jack Atha on Linkedin

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/jack-atha-496bba171

Find Out More About Atha Developments

https://athadevelopments.com/

Find out more about your host Gill Hunter

https://squareonelaw.com/people/gill-hunter/

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In this episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, host Gill Hunter talks with Victoria Jenkins, Fashion Designer and Founder of the adaptive fashion brand, ‘Unhidden’. Victoria shares her incredible journey into the fashion industry, the inspiration behind her brand, and barriers she’s had to overcome in convincing the industry to embrace inclusive design and the challenges she still faces. She highlights the need for better representation of disabled people in fashion and reveals how she is working to normalise inclusive design through her brand.

Highlights include:

• Victoria’s company ‘Unhidden’ which makes clothes disabled people feel good wearing, rather than just designing for the catwalk
  

• Innovation in fashion design after meeting a patient in hospital who couldn't dress how she wanted for work or at home due to her disability
  

• Overcoming skepticism and indifference from the fashion industry
  

• Now has a range in Primark, a major high street retailer
  

• Accessibility and inclusion are core to Victoria's design philosophy
  

• Advocate for hiring more people with disabilities in the fashion industry, and more inclusive designs
  

• Braving a TED talk to raise awareness about the need for adaptive fashion
  

• Goal of expanding the reach of her brand and designs to make fashion more accessible

Connect with Victoria Jenkins on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-jenkins-812b7027/

Find out more about ‘Unhidden’

https://unhiddenclothing.com/

Visit the Victoria Jenkins Website

https://victoriaannofficial.com/

Find out more about your host Gill Hunter

https://squareonelaw.com/people/gill-hunter/

Find out more about Square One Law

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Find out more about ‘Fear Less, Do More’

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In this episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, host Gill Hunter talks with Michaela Reaney, founder of Opportunity Global and TEDx Teesside. Michaela shares her passion for learning, curiosity and travel, and how this shaped her mindset of being ‘fearless’ in life. She opens up about the challenges women face and how this inspired her to bring TEDx to Teesside in order to bring inspirational and educational opportunities to her local community. She refuses to let fear or health issues hold her back from pursuing new opportunities and wants others to do the same.

Highlights include:

• Michaela's company Opportunity Global focuses on developing "human skills" like communication and empathy

• Love of learning and travel, from working in 10 different countries across 4 continents

• Challenging sexism when working in India, and making a positive impact

• Organizing TEDx events in Teesside to bring inspiring ideas and speakers to her hometown, which is often overlooked

• Michaela has not let fear hold her back, and believes in putting herself in new and uncomfortable situations as opportunities for growth and learning

• Faced with a heart condition, she is very intentional about how she lives her life and the impact she wants to have

  
  

  
  

Connect with Michaela Reaney on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelareaney/

Find out more about TEDx Teesside Women

https://tedxteesside.com/

Visit the Michaela Reaney Website

https://theopportunity.global/

Find out more about your host Gill Hunter

https://squareonelaw.com/people/gill-hunter/

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In this powerful episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, host Gill Hunter sits down with Ste Dunn, creative and cultural leader and festival director of Northern Pride. Ste shares his remarkable journey from working in the corporate world, to becoming a prominent voice in the LGBTQ+ community and a force behind transformative cultural projects in the UK. Ste reflects on the personal passions that led him to Pride, the power of visibility in a shifting political climate, and the joy of building platforms for others.

Highlights include:

• From corporate problem-solver to creative changemaker: how photography sparked Ste’s cultural journey

• The evolution of Northern Pride and making the LGBTQ+ community ‘unapologetically visible’

• Supporting the trans community and fostering year-round visibility beyond Pride weekend

• The impact of National Lottery funding and celebrating 30 years of grassroots change

• Collaborating on the rebrand of the Glasshouse and what makes cultural venues truly accessible

• Leading with purpose: empowering producers, artists, and underrepresented voices

• Why allyship, lived experience, and community commissioning are key to societal change

• Ste’s vision for the future - and the value of saying yes to creative opportunity

This podcast was recorded on 26 March 2025, prior to the Supreme Court gender ruling and the subsequent developments, including media coverage and responses from other organisations. For the most up-to-date information from Northern Pride, please visit www.northern-pride.com/news.

Connect with Ste Dunn on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/stedunn/?originalSubdomain=uk

Find out more about Newcastle Pride

https://www.northern-pride.com/2025

Find out more about National Lottery Funding

https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/

Find out more about your host Gill Hunter

https://squareonelaw.com/people/gill-hunter/

Find out more about Square One Law

https://squareonelaw.com/

Find out more about ‘Fear Less, Do More’

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