Vanessa Frake's guest appearances

Vanessa Frake

Woman's Hour

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Jennifer Zamparelli

The Andy Rowe Show

The Wellbeing Project by The PodBarber

Kelly Critcher

Cara Delevingne

Dolly Alderton

Cathy Rentzenbrink

Nancy Pelosi

Kate Malone

Hillary Clinton

Eve Ensler

Zadie Smith

London Hughes

Mike Ritland

Oprah Winfrey

Toni Morrison

Glennon Doyle

Elizabeth McGovern

OwlTail

As a prison Governor, Vanessa Frake has seen it all. She spent 16 years as a governor in high-security female prisons, dealing with the likes of infamous murderers Rosemary West and Myra Hindley. Then she moved on to the notorious London men’s prison – HMP Wormwood Scrubs. You’re going to hear stories of brutal violence, crafty drug smuggling, escape and ambushes. I hope you enjoy the episode.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As a prison Governor, Vanessa Frake has seen it all. She spent 16 years as a governor in high-security female prisons, dealing with the likes of infamous murderers Rosemary West and Myra Hindley. Then she moved on to the notorious London men’s prison – HMP Wormwood Scrubs. You’re going to hear stories of brutal violence, crafty drug smuggling, escape and ambushes. I hope you enjoy the episode.  Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Prison Governor - Vanessa Frake

She's called Vanessa Frake, a.k.a 'The Governor', the title of her self-penned book which sheds light on the world of Britain's old prison system.Now retired, and bestowed with an MBE, Vanessa shares with us the highs and lows, the gruesome and the humorous goings-on inside the walls of the establishments she governed.Hear about the softer side of Britain's notorious serial killers, the system's impact on mental health and the toughness of dealing with violent inmates. And not forgetting the rather intrusive body searches that often gave the staff a snigger or two in the face of a physically and emotionally draining job...Vanessa is down-to-earth, warm and charming. Get locked away with her on The PodBarber and enjoy some fascinating stories.Get 'The Governor' book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0008390053/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_apa_glt_fabc_Z7GJ8WF1QM5PBE0NRRRNTwitter:  @VanessaFrakeTake a sneaky listen to some PodBarber highlights.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thepodbarber)

She's called Vanessa Frake, a.k.a 'The Governor', the title of her self-penned book which sheds light on the world of Britain's old prison system. Now retired, and bestowed with an MBE, Vanessa shares with us the highs and lows, the gruesome and the humorous goings-on inside the walls of the establishments she governed. Hear about the softer side of Britain's notorious serial killers, the system's impact on mental health and the toughness of dealing with violent inmates. And not forgetting the rather intrusive body searches that often gave the staff a snigger or two in the face of a physically and emotionally draining job... Vanessa is down-to-earth, warm and charming. Get locked away with her on The PodBarber and enjoy some fascinating stories. Get 'The Governor' book: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0008390053/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_apa_glt_fabc_Z7GJ8WF1QM5PBE0NRRRN" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0008390053/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_apa_glt_fabc_Z7GJ8WF1QM5PBE0NRRRN</a> Twitter:  @VanessaFrakeTake a sneaky listen to some PodBarber highlights.<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thepodbarber" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thepodbarber" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thepodbarber</a>)

Ep.13 - The UK's history of prison service through the eyes of Vanessa Frake MBE aka 'The Governor': 

Brenda Willison

Vanessa Frake worked in the prison service for 27 years. For 16 of those years she was the head of security and operations at the notorious male prison Wormwood Scrubs. Her career saw her cross paths with some of Britain's most notorious criminals. She was the main officer responsible for serial killer Rose West whilst she awaited trial, she was made a cup of tea by Myra Hindley, and she looked after Pete Doherty. Vanessa was awarded an MBE for her work in the prison service in 2012, and took early retirement  in 2013. She has now written her memoirs in 'The Governor: My Life in Britain's Most Notorious Prisons'.This year the British town crier championships will be held in silence. Brenda Willison has been a town crier for 34 years. Based in Newmarket, Suffolk she’s been the Chair of the Loyal Company of Town Criers for the last 10 years. Last year their annual competition was cancelled so this year they decided to hold one online which only involves the content of the crying and the winner will be announced on May 13th. She explains to Anita why she thinks women make the best town criers.MPs believe there is a growing ‘digital threat to democracy’ which is preventing women from a career in politics.  Yesterday in parliament there was a call for more action with female MPs from all sides recounting their experiences.   Academic studies have shown that harassment against women has increased over the past two general elections, with women experiencing double the increase that men have experienced. Reporter Melanie Abbott talks to Anita about the issues.And we have the second in our series Second Chances. Our reporter Milly Chowles had a baby last year, she’s in long term recovery from addiction and feels she was given lots of chances to change before she became a mother. As the number of children in care rises and with drug and alcohol issues a factor in many cases, are women at risk of having their children removed getting the help they need? And what is the cost for their children and society as a whole if they don't?  In five authored pieces Milly tells her story and listens to the experiences of mothers who face stigma and a fight to access services.

Vanessa Frake worked in the prison service for 27 years. For 16 of those years she was the head of security and operations at the notorious male prison Wormwood Scrubs. Her career saw her cross paths with some of Britain's most notorious criminals. She was the main officer responsible for serial killer Rose West whilst she awaited trial, she was made a cup of tea by Myra Hindley, and she looked after Pete Doherty. Vanessa was awarded an MBE for her work in the prison service in 2012, and took early retirement in 2013. She has now written her memoirs in 'The Governor: My Life in Britain's Most Notorious Prisons'. This year the British town crier championships will be held in silence. Brenda Willison has been a town crier for 34 years. Based in Newmarket, Suffolk she’s been the Chair of the Loyal Company of Town Criers for the last 10 years. Last year their annual competition was cancelled so this year they decided to hold one online which only involves the content of the crying and the winner will be announced on May 13th. She explains to Anita why she thinks women make the best town criers. MPs believe there is a growing ‘digital threat to democracy’ which is preventing women from a career in politics. Yesterday in parliament there was a call for more action with female MPs from all sides recounting their experiences. Academic studies have shown that harassment against women has increased over the past two general elections, with women experiencing double the increase that men have experienced. Reporter Melanie Abbott talks to Anita about the issues. And we have the second in our series Second Chances. Our reporter Milly Chowles had a baby last year, she’s in long term recovery from addiction and feels she was given lots of chances to change before she became a mother. As the number of children in care rises and with drug and alcohol issues a factor in many cases, are women at risk of having their children removed getting the help they need? And what is the cost for their children and society as a whole if they don't? In five authored pieces Milly tells her story and listens to the experiences of mothers who face stigma and a fight to access services.

Sexist abuse of MPs, Town Crier Brenda Willison, Vanessa Frake on The Governor, Second Chances