In this solo episode, I open up about one of the biggest transitions in my life—becoming a mom—and how it reconnected me to the heart of The Female Effect. Born from a deep belief that women rise through connection, not competition, this platform is a call to unlearn the scarcity we’ve been taught and start showing up for each other. I share personal moments of feeling excluded by other women and ask the hard questions about why that still happens. If you’ve ever felt the need to shrink or compete, this one’s for you. There’s room for all of us to rise—and we’re not meant to do it alone.

I hope you’re feeling inspired, cause we’re rooting for you!

love Julie

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I would like to “pass on the goodwill” Aram Ostadian-Binai, the founder of the soulfuls, a platform that champions women through mentorship and community.

Keep up with The Female Effect:

📸 Instagram: @thefemaleeffect_

🚀 TikTok: @thefemaleeffect

🌍 Linkedin: @The Female Effect

Artwork: Birgit Käsper

Jingle: Søren Haahr

My name is Julie Lou, and I find it absolutely magical when women support and uplift each other as allies. This is the magic I refer to with the title of my podcast, "The Female Effect."

Every other Thursday, I invite a woman into the studio who, in her own way, is making a difference for other women and using her voice and talents to make a positive impact on the world.

I hope you feel inspired, because we're rooting for you!

With love,

Julie Lou

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Founder and host of the chart-topping podcast “The Psychology of your 20’s”, Jemma Sbeg has created a global space for young adults to reflect, feel, and grow. With over 50 million listens, her platform speaks to the emotional weight of navigating your twenties in a world that demands constant evolution.

What began as a solo project has grown into a movement offering space for honest reflection on anxiety, identity, comparison, and the quiet chaos of becoming.

Early in her life, Jemma received encouragement from her Year 11 health teacher, Sue — someone who made her feel seen, capable, and heard. That support planted a seed of confidence that has stayed with her, empowering her to use her voice and build a platform that now reaches millions.

In this conversation, Jemma explores the emotional landscape of being in your 20’s — unpacking mental health, the pressure to "have it all," social media, gender dynamics, feminism, and what it means to redefine success.

Jemma also talks about choosing to manage her company by designing a workplace that honors women’s needs, offering flexibility around menstrual cycles and unique leave options such as period leave and self-discovery leave.

With her debut book Person in Progress, Jemma also invites us to reclaim rest, rethink ambition, and navigate this chapter of life with curiosity, compassion, and care.

I hope you’re feeling inspired, cause we’re rooting for you!

Love, Julie

My name is Julie Lou, and I find it absolutely magical when women support and uplift each other as allies. This is the magic I refer to with the title of my podcast, "The Female Effect."

Every other Thursday, I invite a woman into the studio who, in her own way, is making a difference for other women and using her voice and talents to make a positive impact on the world.

I hope you feel inspired, because we're rooting for you!

With love,

Julie Lou

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Karen Marie Aagaard Ørsted, better known as MØ, has spent over a decade in the global music industry navigating an ever changing environment while staying true to herself in a world that often demands constant reinvention. As a Danish singer and songwriter, she’s earned international acclaim not only through her solo work but also through hit collaborations that have introduced her distinctive voice to millions worldwide.

Her fourth studio album, Plæygirl, is less about proving herself and more a celebration of fun, creative freedom, and emotional honesty. She opens up about the internalized need to always do more, fueled by a deep sense of gratitude for her success — touching on the toll of burnout, people-pleasing, and the quiet weight of Janteloven, the Danish cultural code that discourages standing out.

Now in her mid-30s, MØ fully embraces her power, sets clear boundaries, and leads with the mantra: “I am in charge.” She shows up on her own terms — staying authentic and leading with integrity, rather than reshaping herself to meet expectations. Learning to say “no” has been a transformative part of her journey.

I hope you’re feeling inspired, cause we’re rooting for you!

With love,

Julie

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Episode Ressources:

MØ would like to “pass on the goodwill” to american singer-songwriter Ethel Cain - @mothercain

Keep up with MØ:

📸 Instagram: @momomoyouth

Keep up with The Female Effect:

📸 Instagram: @thefemaleeffect_

🚀 TikTok: @thefemaleeffect

🌍 Linkedin: @The Female Effect

Image: Emilia Staugaard

Artwork: Birgit Käsper

Jingle: Søren Haahr

Studio: PodAmok

My name is Julie Lou, and I find it absolutely magical when women support and uplift each other as allies. This is the magic I refer to with the title of my podcast, "The Female Effect."

Every other Thursday, I invite a woman into the studio who, in her own way, is making a difference for other women and using her voice and talents to make a positive impact on the world.

I hope you feel inspired, because we're rooting for you!

With love,

Julie Lou

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.