OC&Conversations with Friends

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Oct 2025

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A podcast designed to: - Build connections between women around the firm and to help women of all levels identify colleagues who have faced similar challenges and had similar experiences to their own - Celebrate the brilliant women at OC&C and highlight that there is no one version of “a successful OC&C-er” - Showcase the multitude of pathways that different women’s careers have taken and how this has been facilitated (or challenged) by OC&C If you would like to be featured on or get involved with the podcast please contact Vicky Rees The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are those of the individuals involved and are not necessarily representative of the official policy or position of OC&C as a whole

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October 8, 2025Episode 537 min

Season 3: OC & Conversations with Friends - Chessy

Welcome to Season 3!In this episode we are joined by Chessy as we discuss making the job sustainable, navigating being the only woman in meetings and the importance of bringing your entire self to work - we hope you enjoy!OC & Conversations with Friends is a podcast brought to you by the OC&C Women’s Network. We aim to open the conversation with women across the firm around issues or struggles they have overcome, challenges they are still facing, and things they would change or do differently, knowing what they know now, of course with some tangents and diversions along the way! Tune in as we delve into strategies for balancing career and personal life, as well as navigating male-dominated professional spheres.

October 8, 2025Episode 428 min

Season 3: OC & Conversations with Friends - Ellen

Welcome to Season 3!In this episode we are joined by Ellen as we discuss the transition to the senior from the junior team, managing work-related thoughts when you are off the clock and how to drive a meeting forward as a naturally listening-oriented leader - we hope you enjoy!OC & Conversations with Friends is a podcast brought to you by the OC&C Women’s Network. We aim to open the conversation with women across the firm around issues or struggles they have overcome, challenges they are still facing, and things they would change or do differently, knowing what they know now, of course with some tangents and diversions along the way! Tune in as we delve into strategies for balancing career and personal life, as well as navigating male-dominated professional spheres.

October 8, 2025Episode 331 min

Season 3: OC & Conversations with Friends - Chloe

Welcome to Season 3!In this episode we are joined by Chloe as we discuss people pleasing, making time for yourself and the importance of kindness in everything you do - we hope you enjoy!OC & Conversations with Friends is a podcast brought to you by the OC&C Women’s Network. We aim to open the conversation with women across the firm around issues or struggles they have overcome, challenges they are still facing, and things they would change or do differently, knowing what they know now, of course with some tangents and diversions along the way! Tune in as we delve into strategies for balancing career and personal life, as well as navigating male-dominated professional spheres.

October 8, 2025Episode 232 min

Season 3: OC & Conversations with Friends - Felicity

Welcome to Season 3!In this episode we are joined by Felicity as we discuss balancing parenting with work, managing the emotions around promotion timelines, how important it is to enjoy the day to day - we hope you enjoy!OC & Conversations with Friends is a podcast brought to you by the OC&C Women’s Network. We aim to open the conversation with women across the firm around issues or struggles they have overcome, challenges they are still facing, and things they would change or do differently, knowing what they know now, of course with some tangents and diversions along the way! Tune in as we delve into strategies for balancing career and personal life, as well as navigating male-dominated professional spheres.

October 8, 2025Episode 121 min

Season 3: OC & Conversations with Friends - Caterina

Welcome to Season 3!In this episode we are joined by Caterina as we discuss feeling like you have to do it all, becoming a new parent (and the new obstacles it brings) and learning to let go of mistakes - we hope you enjoy!OC & Conversations with Friends is a podcast brought to you by the OC&C Women’s Network. We aim to open the conversation with women across the firm around issues or struggles they have overcome, challenges they are still facing, and things they would change or do differently, knowing what they know now, of course with some tangents and diversions along the way! Tune in as we delve into strategies for balancing career and personal life, as well as navigating male-dominated professional spheres.

March 13, 2025Episode 327 min

Season 2: OC & Conversations with Friends - Ula

Welcome to Season 2!In this episode we are joined by Ula as we discuss the elusive work-life balance, learning to celebrate your achievements and everything in between - we hope you enjoy!OC & Conversations with Friends is a new podcast, brought to you by the OC&C Women’s Network. We aim to open the conversation with women across the firm around issues or struggles they have overcome, challenges they are still facing, and things they would change or do differently, knowing what they know now, of course with some tangents and diversions along the way! Tune in as we delve into strategies for balancing career and personal life, as well as navigating male-dominated professional spheres.

March 6, 202524 min

Season 2: OC & Conversations with Friends - Lucy

Welcome to Season 2!In this episode we are joined by Lucy as we discuss building confidence, managing stress, PMS and everything in between - we hope you enjoy!OC & Conversations with Friends is a new podcast, brought to you by the OC&C Women’s Network. We aim to open the conversation with women across the firm around issues or struggles they have overcome, challenges they are still facing, and things they would change or do differently, knowing what they know now, of course with some tangents and diversions along the way! Tune in as we delve into strategies for balancing career and personal life, as well as navigating male-dominated professional spheres.

March 6, 2025Episode 335 min

Season 2: OC & Conversations with Friends - Aneira

Welcome to Season 2!In this episode we are joined by Aneira, as we discuss imposter syndrome, driving change within your work place and everything in between - we hope you enjoy!OC & Conversations with Friends is a new podcast, brought to you by the OC&C Women’s Network. We aim to open the conversation with women across the firm around issues or struggles they have overcome, challenges they are still facing, and things they would change or do differently, knowing what they know now, of course with some tangents and diversions along the way! Tune in as we delve into strategies for balancing career and personal life, as well as navigating male-dominated professional spheres.

March 6, 2025Episode 224 min

Season 2: OC & Conversations with Friends - Julie

Welcome to Season 2!In this episode we are joined by Julie as we discuss balancing parenthood with your career, the power of mentorship and everything in between - we hope you enjoy!OC & Conversations with Friends is a new podcast, brought to you by the OC&C Women’s Network. We aim to open the conversation with women across the firm around issues or struggles they have overcome, challenges they are still facing, and things they would change or do differently, knowing what they know now, of course with some tangents and diversions along the way! Tune in as we delve into strategies for balancing career and personal life, as well as navigating male-dominated professional spheres.

March 6, 2025Episode 129 min

Season 2: OC & Conversations with Friends - Mel

Welcome to Season 2!In this episode we are joined by Mel as we discuss expanding your role, choosing your battles and everything in between - we hope you enjoy!OC & Conversations with Friends is a new podcast, brought to you by the OC&C Women’s Network. We aim to open the conversation with women across the firm around issues or struggles they have overcome, challenges they are still facing, and things they would change or do differently, knowing what they know now, of course with some tangents and diversions along the way! Tune in as we delve into strategies for balancing career and personal life, as well as navigating male-dominated professional spheres.