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The Uncaged Pod

The Uncaged Pod

By: Jess MacMillan
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 The Uncaged Pod is the podcast for bold, soul-led women who are ready to break free from the cages of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and limiting beliefs. Hosted by Jess MacMillan, mama, keynote speaker, and women's empowerment advocate, this show delivers raw conversations, powerful insights, and unapologetic truths that will inspire you to reclaim your voice, rewrite your story, and rise with unstoppable confidence. Each week, Jess and her guests dive into topics around leadership, personal growth, entrepreneurship, and motherhood, offering real-life strategies, soulful reflections, and empowering stories to help you lead, live, and love uncaged. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a creative, or a woman who’s remembering who she really is, The Uncaged Pod is your invitation to step into your power and live life on your own terms. Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Personal Development Personal Success
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  • Period Power: Ella Lambert and The Pachamama Project Fighting Period Poverty Worldwide

    Period Power: Ella Lambert and The Pachamama Project Fighting Period Poverty Worldwide
    Oct 1 2025
    Episode SummaryIn this powerful episode of The Uncaged Pod, Jess sits down with Ella Lambert, founder of The Pachamama Project—a grassroots movement tackling period poverty around the world. What started in lockdown with a borrowed sewing machine and YouTube tutorials has now become a global network of nearly 2,500 volunteers who have made and distributed over 160,000 reusable period pads, reaching almost 20,000 women and girls across 11 countries.Ella opens up about her own struggles with period pain and the stigma around menstruation, and how those experiences inspired her to take action. Together, Jess and Ella dive into:The devastating impact of period poverty, from missed school days to lost work opportunities.The challenges of providing menstrual health support in conflict zones like Gaza and Ukraine.The stigma and myths surrounding periods across different cultures.How a small idea turned into a movement of empowerment and dignity.The Pachamama Project’s ambitious future plans—from expanding pad distribution to launching new programs for asylum seekers and youth-led social entrepreneurship.This episode is more than just a conversation—it’s a call to action.✨ Call to Action — How YOU Can Help ✨🌍 VolunteerGot a sewing machine? YOU can help make pads from home. No commitment, just impact. Join thousands already changing lives.💸 DonateIt takes just £10 (around $13) to provide someone with pads that last five years. That’s less than two cups of coffee to lift someone out of period poverty. Donate today → www.thepachamamaproject.org📢 Spread AwarenessTalk about period poverty. Share this episode. Post on social media. Conversations break stigma.📲 Follow & EngageStay connected with The Pachamama Project on Instagram & Facebook: @thepachamamaproject🤝 FundraiseHost an event, run a challenge, or rally your workplace to support. Every action counts.Together, we can end period poverty.Related Links🌐 Website: www.thepachamamaproject.org📧 Email: pachamamaproject@outlook.com📱 Instagram & Facebook: @thepachamamaprojectPowerful Quotes"I borrowed a sewing machine, figured out how to sew on YouTube, and then figured out how to make a pad. When I saw how easy it was, I thought if I can do it, literally anyone can." Timestamp: 02:11"I simply had an idea and saw a way that we could do it and it just snowballed. And I have just said yes to every opportunity." Timestamp: 04:02 "We support school girls in Uganda, for example, and they've reported a 98% increase in their attendance since receiving reusable pads." Timestamp: 20:53"We're planning to distribute 80,000 pads this year. So we did just under 60,000 last year. We'll do a hundred thousand the year after that." Timestamp: 28:56"It costs us just 10 pounds to get a pack to someone, which lasts for the next five years. So it's really just a couple of coffees and it makes such a difference." Timestamp: 41:09 Episode Hashtags#PeriodPoverty #EmpowerWomen #SustainableSolutions #MenstrualHealth #GlobalImpact
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    44 mins
  • The Holistic Warrior: Amy's Guide to Self-Belief and Worth

    The Holistic Warrior: Amy's Guide to Self-Belief and Worth
    Sep 27 2025

    The Holistic Warrior: Amy's Guide to Self-Belief and Worth

    Episode Summary

    In this episode of The Uncaged Pod, Jess interviews Amy, director of live events and assistant coach at Next Level University. Amy shares her inspiring journey from battling a chronic illness, endometriosis, to becoming a certified personal development coach. Her story is one of transformation through holistic healing, focusing on the interconnectedness of body, mind, and soul.

    Amy discusses her path to self-awareness and self-worth, emphasizing the importance of self-belief and holistic success. She shares her experiences with public speaking, coaching, and her work at Next Level University, helping others achieve their next level of personal and professional growth. The conversation also explores challenges such as imposter syndrome, the importance of setting boundaries, and the power of understanding and honoring one’s core values.

    Related Links

    • Next Level University Website
    • Brené Brown’s Core Values List
    • Samantha Skelly’s Website

    Calls to Action

    • Join the Next Level Nation Facebook community for a supportive environment focused on personal growth.
    • Consider participating in the group coaching programs offered by Next Level University, especially if you’re a podcaster or business owner looking to grow.
    • Follow Amy on Instagram and Facebook at @AmyLenius for insights and updates on her work.

    Powerful Quotes

    • Timestamp: 01:18
    • "I deeply love and believe in what you're doing, so thank you so much for having me and just allowing me to be in your space. I'm so grateful."
    • Timestamp: 08:42
    • "Genuinely, you know your body best and you need to fight for what you're feeling, please."
    • Timestamp: 11:24
    • "Self-belief is an external game. It's what you believe about yourself and what you're capable and competent of."
    • Timestamp: 15:43
    • "Building self-worth in tandem with self-belief is a really beautiful journey."
    • Timestamp: 29:27
    • "When you can learn about yourself, your cycle, your cyclical nature, you can just become this empowered being."
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    48 mins
  • Gutsy Moves: Embracing Vulnerability with Laura Aura

    Gutsy Moves: Embracing Vulnerability with Laura Aura
    Sep 24 2025

    Gutsy Moves: Embracing Vulnerability with Laura Aura

    Episode Summary

    In this episode of the Uncaged podcast, the host interviews Laura Aura, a high-impact speaker, coach, and host of The Gutsy Podcast. Laura shares her journey from working as a graphic designer at the Yellow Pages to becoming a successful entrepreneur and coach. She recalls the pivotal moment when she chose to leave her job while pregnant to launch her own branding agency. Over time, her passion shifted from branding to coaching and speaking, leading her to sell her agency and devote her energy to empowering women to make “gutsy moves.”

    Laura emphasizes the power of trusting yourself, using your authentic voice, and embracing vulnerability as strengths. She introduces the Gutsy Collective, a community she founded to support women in pursuing their deepest desires. The conversation explores the challenges women face in self-trust, the societal pressures that hold them back, and the importance of listening to both body and mind in decision-making.

    The episode wraps up with Laura’s advice to her younger self and her call for women everywhere to step into courage, community, and uncaged living.

    Related Links

    • Laura Aura’s Website
    • The Gutsy Podcast
    • The Gutsy Collective
    • Laura Aura on Social Media: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook

    Calls to Action

    • Listen to The Gutsy Podcast for more stories and insights.
    • Join the Gutsy Collective to connect with like-minded women and receive support in making gutsy moves.
    • Follow Laura Aura on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook for daily inspiration.
    • Book a free call with Laura to see if the Gutsy Collective is right for you.

    Powerful Quotes

    • Timestamp: 01:11
    • "Laura helps women leaders and entrepreneurs stop overthinking, trust themselves again, and make gutsy moves that actually stick."
    • Timestamp: 04:30
    • "Making Gutsy Moves is all about hearing and listening to yourself, being brave enough to sit still long enough to admit what you want, trusting what you're thinking and feeling, and then making the move."
    • Timestamp: 11:41
    • "Don't share from an open wound, share from the scar."
    • Timestamp: 15:25
    • "Trusting yourself is looking back at your track record, friend. You have done some shit. You have done hard things."
    • Timestamp: 43:06
    • "I would rather live with that didn’t go so well, but now I have more knowledge and information than wondering for the rest of my life what might’ve happened if I would’ve just taken the fucking lid off."
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    49 mins
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