There were many moments that inspired Julia Gillard, the first female Prime Minister of Australia, to co-write this book. WOMEN AND LEADERSHIP is out now. | Penguin Books Australia

I’m excited to share that we are introducing book club episodes to A Podcast of One’s Own. Our first book is Wifedom by Anna Funder. I’d love to hear your thoughts about the book, ahead of our first book club episode being released next Thursday. | Julia Gillard

ON THIS DAY: Nine years ago, Former Prime Minister Julia Gillard gave her iconic speech on sexism, misogyny and double standards within Australian politics. The address was made in response to claims of sexism against the former prime minister made by Tony Abbott, the then-leader of the opposition. MORE: http://9Soci.al/ZpVD50Go7Qk #AusPol #9News | 9 News

It's been more than 13 years since Australia's first female prime minister, Julia Gillard, delivered her so-called misogyny speech in parliament. The speech was in response to then-opposition leader Tony Abbott accusing her government of sexism. Reflecting on the famous moment, Mr Abbott has described speech a "rhetorical triumph" and "a political coup" — but ultimately one that couldn't save her leadership. "I certainly thought she was a worthy antagonist, a very capable person," Mr Abbott, Aus