Tired of playing by the rules? The She Who Dares Wins podcast is for the women who reject convention, challenge expectations, and carve their own damn way through life. Hosted by Michelle Hands—former construction engineer turned fearless storyteller—this podcast dives deep into the raw, unfiltered journeys of women who refuse to fit the mold.
If you've ever battled imposter syndrome, hesitated to take a risk, or felt the pressure to conform, this is your space. Expect bold conversations with trailblazers, adventurers, and industry disruptors who share their real stories of breaking barriers, building confidence, and rewriting success on their own terms.
🚀 What You'll Get:
✔️ No-fluff, high-impact conversations with women pushing boundaries
✔️ First-time experience stories & unconventional career pivots
✔️ Tactical steps to crush fear & own your confidence
✔️ Insights into thriving in male-dominated spaces
✔️ The perfect mix of adventure, risk-taking, and personal growth
This isn't your typical self-help show—it’s a call to action for women who want more. More adventure. More freedom. More hell yes moments. Tune in and join a community of unstoppable women who dare to win.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tired of playing by the rules? The She Who Dares Wins podcast is for the women who reject convention, challenge expectations, and carve their own damn way through life. Hosted by Michelle Hands—former construction engineer turned fearless storyteller—this podcast dives deep into the raw, unfiltered journeys of women who refuse to fit the mold.
If you've ever battled imposter syndrome, hesitated to take a risk, or felt the pressure to conform, this is your space. Expect bold conversations with trailblazers, adventurers, and industry disruptors who share their real stories of breaking barriers, building confidence, and rewriting success on their own terms.
🚀 What You'll Get:
✔️ No-fluff, high-impact conversations with women pushing boundaries
✔️ First-time experience stories & unconventional career pivots
✔️ Tactical steps to crush fear & own your confidence
✔️ Insights into thriving in male-dominated spaces
✔️ The perfect mix of adventure, risk-taking, and personal growth
This isn't your typical self-help show—it’s a call to action for women who want more. More adventure. More freedom. More hell yes moments. Tune in and join a community of unstoppable women who dare to win.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
At 30, most jockeys have been riding professionally for over a decade — but not Jo Mason. In this episode, Michelle sits down with Jo to talk about breaking into the world of horse racing later in life, the brutal realities of injury and recovery, and how she turned a pandemic setback into the moment she finally went pro.
From breaking her back to breaking barriers for women in racing, Jo’s story is one of resilience, grit, and pure love for the sport.
0:00 – 3:00
Introduction and Jo’s journey from sports nutrition to racing.
3:00 – 7:00
Growing up in a racing family and the path from amateur to professional.
7:00 – 13:00
The fall that broke her back and the long road to recovery.
13:00 – 17:00
Turning professional during Covid and proving herself on the track.
17:00 – 25:00
Racing against legends and breaking barriers for women in sport.
25:00 – 37:00
Life behind the scenes: training, travel, pressure, and pay.
37:00 – 54:00
The physical and mental toll — weight, nutrition, and injury resilience.
54:00 – 1:03:00
Lessons learned, sacrifices made, and Jo’s message to women chasing their dreams.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.