Woman's Hour Friendships with exes, Chef Pam, Economic abuse
Dec 2, 2025
Chef Pam, a celebrated Thai chef and owner of Potong, shares her journey from a family home to earning a Michelin star. She discusses blending her Thai-Chinese heritage with modern cuisine while empowering rural women in the food industry. Comedian Rosie Wilby dives into post-breakup friendships, emphasizing how LGBTQ+ norms differ from mainstream culture. Both guests explore the evolving dynamics of relationships with exes, offering practical tips for moving from partners to friends, along with insights into generational shifts and social media's impact.
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Tackle Online Harm And Integrate Prevention
- Remove violent and misogynistic content online and promote respectful messaging to change norms.
- Combine prevention programs across health, education and social sectors for broader impact.
Afghan Women Face Systemic Restrictions
- Seema Samar describes life under the Taliban as systemic violence that denies women education and freedom.
- She stresses laws alone don't help without implementation, accountability and women's inclusion.
Family Pharmacy Became A Memory-Rich Restaurant
- Pichaya Soontornyanakij (Chef Pam) turned her family medicine building into Potong, a multi-storey restaurant celebrating Thai-Chinese heritage.
- She uses memory, storytelling and surprising location to create unforgettable dining experiences.
