Sharan Dhaliwal is a writer, host and the founder of Burnt Roti, the UK’s leading South Asian magazine. A queer activist, she is the director of Middlesex Pride, and also created and runs Oh Queer Cupid, a queer speed dating and comedy night. She was included on the list of global influential women for the BBC 100 women in 2019.  Her word of the day is Empire.  CONNECT WITH SHARAN:  I: @peatreebojangles T: @peatreebojangle   #AnthemsWomen is a collection of 31 original manifestos, speeches, stories, poems and rallying cries written and voiced by exceptional women. It was created, executive produced and sound designed by Hana Walker-Brown, with producers Jaja Muhammad and Bea Duncan. The artwork is by Mars West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices