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02/06/2026



We're delighted to celebrate the fantastic partnership and support of comedy favourites Ellie Gibson and Helen Thorn – the brilliant duo behind the – as they return to Manchester on 24 June 2026 to mark their 10th anniversary year in the city.

Over the past decade, Ellie and Helen have built a devoted following through their award-winning podcast, live shows and refreshingly honest take on , life and modern . Their unique blend of humour, authenticity and friendship has seen them share stages and conversations with an array of celebrity guests, comedians, broadcasters and bestselling authors.

Beyond the Scummy Mummies phenomenon, Helen Thorn has established herself as a successful , delighting readers with her sharp wit and relatable storytelling in books including *Get Divorced, Be Happy* and *The Split*.

The connection between our and the Scummy Mummies is a particularly fitting one. Alongside her comedy career, Ellie Gibson's passion for and helped establish her as a respected voice within the gaming community. Her knowledge, enthusiasm and engaging online presence have earned her recognition among gamers and streaming audiences alike, creating a natural connection with Zebra's focus on gaming, innovation. community and female voices in male dominated environments.

The partnership is also championed by Editorial Director and former Eurogamer editor Dan Whitehead, a long-standing supporter of Ellie and Helen's work. With deep roots in both the gaming and media worlds, Dan recognises the same qualities that have made the Scummy Mummies such an enduring success: authenticity, creativity, intelligence and the ability to connect with audiences in a genuine and entertaining way.

Director of Dazzle 💫 Carol Ann Whitehead FRSA CMgr CCMI has managed the Northern client relations since 2017, she said

“I love a good laugh so I’m obviously made up that Ellie and Helen are bringing their 10th anniversary celebrations to Manchester on 24 June 2026, we're proud to support a duo that has spent a decade making people laugh, building communities, empowering women and inspiring fans through comedy, creativity and genuine connection”

Here's to 10 incredible years of the Scummy Mummies – and to the next chapter of laughter, friendship and success. We can't wait to celebrate with them in Manchester!

Join us on Wednesday 24 June 2026
📍 New Century Hall
Address: 34 Hanover Street, Manchester, M4 4AH
Doors: 7:00pm

https://www.seetickets.com/event/scummy-mummies/new-century-hall/3636159?utm_source=awin&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=2876801&utm_content=Editorial+Content&sv1=affiliate&sv_campaign_id=2876801&awc=7816_1780407980_ce6335a57635c7a655cf7581a372d43c&AFF=aw

13/05/2026

“Facilitating last nights discussion was interesting, I did not care for what I heard from women and women of colour.
There is a rising trend in the workplace, public, private and third sector, and …”
Carol Ann Whitehead FRSA CMgr CCMI
Director of Dazzle 💫 👑

We need to talk about the "Authority Gap."

Being ignored at work isn't just a frustration - it’s a data-backed reality for millions of women.

If we want true equity, we have to look at the numbers:
📉 The Interruption Gap: Men are 33% more likely to interrupt women than they are to interrupt other men. In meetings, men often dominate up to 75% of the conversation.

📉 The Recognition Gap: Women are 4x as likely as men to be treated as incompetent because of their gender. Even when they perform better, they are often rated lower on "potential" than their male peers.

📉 The Disrespect Gap: 66% of women report being patronised at work, and women are 41% more likely to experience a toxic culture defined by disrespect and abuse.
This isn't just a "women’s issue"
it’s a performance issue. When voices are silenced, businesses lose out on innovation, talent, and results.

What can we do today?
✅ Amplify: If a woman’s idea is ignored, repeat it and give her the credit.
✅ Interrupt the Interrupter: "I’d love to hear [Name] finish her thought first."
✅ Audit your bias: Are you judging "potential" or just rewarding the loudest person in the room?
Let’s move from awareness to action.

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“I don’t leave when it gets hard,
I leave when it gets disrespectful”

British Independent Book Seller of the year 2023 and 2025 set to close.Afrori Books, a prominent independent Black books...
28/04/2026

British Independent Book Seller of the year 2023 and 2025 set to close.

Afrori Books, a prominent independent Black bookshop based in Brighton and the UK’s largest supplier of books by Black authors, is currently facing a critical risk of closure due to financial struggles.

Key Details as of late April 2026:

📚Target: The store needs to sell 1,000 books before the end of April 2026 to secure its future.

📚Cause: Rising costs and a challenging economic climate have severely impacted daily operations.

📚Support: Supporters are urged to purchase books directly from the Afrori Books website to help keep the shop open.

📚Significance: Founded in 2020 by Carolynn Bain, it serves as a vital community space and a platform for thousands of Black authors.

📚How to Support:
Buy a book directly from their online store.
https://afroribooks.co.uk
Purchase a gift card.
Sign up for a subscription box
Share their campaign on social media.

Full story here https://lnkd.in/ee6prydm

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