Mary Raftopoulos Mary Raftopoulos

Bringing Storytime to Life: How Sandra Falque is Redefining Play with Jules Stories

In a world dominated by screens, Sandra Falque is on a mission to rekindle the magic of imagination through the timeless art of storytelling. She’s the creator of Jules Stories—a voice-activated, screen-free companion designed to ignite curiosity and creativity in young minds. But Jules is more than just a toy; it’s a smart, customisable companion that evolves with your child, encouraging meaningful and mindful play. Through the use of interactive audio adventures and guided prompts, Jules encourages open-ended play, which sparks curiosity, helping to nurture emotional intelligence without the over-stimulation that often comes with screen-based entertainment. The device also promotes meaningful moments with families, supporting both independent play and family connection. In this candid interview, Sandra shares the inspiration behind Jules, the challenges of building a hardware product from the ground up, and her vision for a more imaginative and inclusive future of play.

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Women in Business, Women In Tech, Career Emily King Women in Business, Women In Tech, Career Emily King

Zoe Kalar on Revolutionising Social Media, Ethical Leadership, & Redefining Success with WeAre8

Discover how Zoe Kalar, CEO of WeAre8, is redefining social media with a mission-driven approach. Learn about her journey through tech, WeAre8’s unique model that values user well-being and social impact, and Zoe’s vision for a future of ethical, sustainable, and transparent digital spaces.

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Mary Raftopoulos Mary Raftopoulos

Meet Lindsey Depledge, Co-Founder of Beanbag Health

Beanbag Health is a digital app created by Lindsey Depledge and Simon Tucker who are on a mission to make mental health care more accessible to those who need it, specialising in helping people who struggle with disordered eating. I sat down and spoke to Lindsey Depledge about the creation of her app and her mission to build something where you feel comfortable, safe and supported throughout your recovery journey.

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Career, Technology Amelia Currie Career, Technology Amelia Currie

Women in Tech

Figuring out where to start when trying to get into the tech/coding space is not easy. For me it was really driven home that I had absolutely no clue on how a website or an app was built during my post uni “I have no idea what to do with my life” gap year.

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