Episode 26

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11th Jun 2025

On the road: From Motörhead to mentor with Kim Hawes

Kim Hawes spent ten years of her impressive career with one of the most notorious rock bands ever, Motörhead. She was then headhunted to become one the very first female tour managers in the world. Reminiscing on some wild stories from her touring days, as well as reflecting on being a women in such a male dominated industry. Recently receiving recognition for her achievement as a Pioneer for Women with an Honorary Fellows from UCLAN. Kim is an educator, author, coach and mentor.

Kim's book, Lipstick and Leather, and can be found here

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Brave Conversations is edited and produced by Ailish Hunter at Bespoken Media podcast productions.

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About the Podcast

Brave Conversations with Lee Walls
Bravery means something different to each of us, right? Firewalk Scotland founder Lee Walls hosts this series of intimate, personal and inspiring conversations about what bravery looks and feels like. How do you stay authentic, and stay real? How do you ensure that you show up for yourself when needed?

New episodes fortnightly on Wednesdays.

Find out more about Lee's work with Firewalk Scotland here: https://www.firewalkscotland.co.uk/