Podcasts about mum

I'm walking through my biggest lessons I'm taking from 2025 …and I invite you to reflect on your own year too. Let's take a minute (or 30) to slow down, zoom out, and take what's useful for your life and business, in a simple, non-overwhelming way.LINKS: The Inner Work Business Book Club: www.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/bookclubEpisodes mentioned / linked:Episode 186 - I miss my Mum (what to do in business when a significant support leaves your life)Episode 290. When you KNOW something needs to change but you don't know where to start ...here's how with (one of my closest friends) Emma RimmerEpisode 299. The costs of not being honest with yourSELFEpisode 304. What happened to my business when I stopped neglecting myselfEpisode 306: If doing more & trying harder isn't working - do thisEpisode 311. Want your energy back? The hidden costs of complaining (& what to do instead) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com

When his elders named him Bindi, David Hudson had no idea his future would involve performing with his didgeridoo at the Taj Mahal, or a role in a film starring Marlin Brando  Western Yalanji and Ewamian man David Bindi Hudson is a performing artist and musician.His parents were born on Mona Mona mission, near Cairns.David's mother didn't like being told what to do, and so in 1956 she walked off the mission with her three children, and made it 18km away to look for work at a local pub.Her ingenuity led the family to Spring Creek Station, where David's elders taught him traditional dance and named him Bindi, which means "always looking forward".Since then, David has toured the world with his didgeridoo, playing to huge audiences in the Acropolis, the Taj Mahal and China's Forbidden City.He also played a part in a disastrous Hollywood movie, which gave him the chance to bring Marlon Brando home to have dinner with his Mum.Content warning for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander listeners: this episode contains the name of someone who has died.This episode of Conversations was produced by Alice Moldovan and the executive producer was Carmel Rooney.It covers Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, didgerodoos, the Taj Mahal, Spring Creek Station, Marlon Brando, Hollywood, Mona Mona mission, Cairns, family history, Aboriginal elders, traditional dance and music.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

Merry Christmas you filthy Brownload animals! We're over at my Mum and Dad's for this one and all of us are in full on party season! No prizes for guessing who's had enough of the festivities already! Kej's roast dinner doesn't sound appealing and Priyanka Chopra is giving her other half secret desi medicines! Enjoy your holidays folks!

Mum guilt in estate agency is real but rarely discussed. In this episode, we chat with Sam Cerrone, a self employed agent from the West Midlands, about balancing family, business, and the pressure to do it all. Sam shares her experience of raising three children while running a thriving agency, setting boundaries, managing guilt, and finding motivation in a career that never switches off. Tune in and join the conversation.

Merry Christmas Mrs Blaze's Mum! I know you've been waiting for this one, sorry it took so long.In what is our first (but by no means last) split episode we begin our discussion on the fourth Harry Potter novel, The Goblet of Fire.Outside of a plot breakdown, we discuss Harry's possible powers of far-sight, why did wizards choose owls for their postal service, the fact that Molly and Arthur Weasley are Harry's true parents, that Hermione never sees her family, how Mad-Eye's mad eye is more powerful than you think, why Muggle students aren't all as outraged about House Elf slavery as they should be, how Hagrid is actually very competent as a teacher, and how boring the Second Triwizard Task would have been for the crowd.Buckle up everyone - this is the start of multiple episodes per book, and we go deep.

I'm walking through my biggest lessons I'm taking from 2025 …and I invite you to reflect on your own year too. Let's take a minute (or 30) to slow down, zoom out, and take what's useful for your life and business, in a simple, non-overwhelming way.LINKS: The Inner Work Business Book Club: www.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/bookclubEpisodes mentioned / linked:Episode 186 - I miss my Mum (what to do in business when a significant support leaves your life)Episode 290. When you KNOW something needs to change but you don't know where to start ...here's how with (one of my closest friends) Emma RimmerEpisode 299. The costs of not being honest with yourSELFEpisode 304. What happened to my business when I stopped neglecting myselfEpisode 306: If doing more & trying harder isn't working - do thisEpisode 311. Want your energy back? The hidden costs of complaining (& what to do instead) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com

It's Christmas Eve! Merry Christmas! Our bodies are feeling a little cranky, a little sore, and carrying babies through this hot, hot summer is no small physical feat. If you're feeling it too - you're not alone.R&R (Recipe & Recommendation)Recommendation: Get into the water — the ocean, the pool, anywhere you can dunk your head under. A good pair of togs, a sarong, some funky jewellery and a great hat go a long way. Sink into the slowness, enjoy being by the water. You bloody deserve it doll. Recipe: A refreshing Mango Chia Seed Pudding — cool, nourishing and perfect for summer. Find the recipe hereRecommendation: The MCO Beauty Lip Mask — a summer staple for dry, tired lips. Shop it hereRecipe: A festive Christmas Quencher (non-alcoholic punch) — hydrating, celebratory and perfect for Christmas Eve sipping. Lil's Mums text about the quencher reads: It starts with a lemon/sugar syrup -maybe 1 cup of sugar, juice of 2 lemons, 1 cup of water long strips of the lemon rind (use vegetable peeler) big sprigs of mint. Boil together till sugar dissolves. Cool leaving rind and mint in the syrup until you put the quencher together. Add the strained quencher base to a large tin of pineapple juice, ginger ale and soda water.Ps while we're talking about Lil's Mum the naked reference quote from this weeks chat is here A very Merry Christmas from us to you, we're so grateful to be in all the seasons alongside you. Beth's PicksLil's Picks

It's the most wonderful (and chaotic) time of the year and Georgia Jones and Kelsey Parker are back in the studio to bring you the Mum's The Word 2025 Christmas Special!In this festive episode, the girls get into the full Christmas spirit as they chat about:

Joy proves that family is built through resilience as much as biology; Trish becomes both Mum and Dad after the sudden loss of her husband; and Julia finds strength in letting go after a pregnancy heartbreak. 

It's Christmas week, and what better way to lead up to the big day itself than gather all our friends (traditional and podcast) to submit their top 5 Christmas movies and pull together the ultimate Top 5 Christmas movie list?There are games, there are songs, plus the usual nonsense, before we end with the community top 5 Christmas movies.A huge thanks to all those who submitted their lists and recordings to us:Adam Richmond from Movies You Forgot You Forgot @errorofwaysHeather @HeatherjstewartDamon from The Neverending Watchlist @neverendingwl.bsky.socialAndrew Corns from The Revisionist Almanac@RevalmanacJohn Rain from Smershpod @smershpod.comKlarissa Beckstead from I've Seen That One @iveseenthatoneKieran B and the gang from Best Picture Cast @bestpicturecast.bsky.socialEverett Mansur @watchthisfilmblogChris at QueerhorrorcoveDaragh @daraghnolan on Letterboxd(00:00:00) Welcome!(00:01:00) The return of Schindler's List and chit chat(00:04:50) Unveil the Ale(00:05:46) Top 5: Will, Niamh and Adam Richmond(00:27:40) Top 5: Jess, Carl's Mum and Heather Stewart(00:42:30) Game 1: Christmas Blockbusters(00:47:54) Top 5: Martin, Sam, Johnny and Damon Carter(01:05:51) Top 5: Everett, Jamie and Andrew Corns(01:17:02) Top 5: Chris, Steve Z and John Rain(01:24:42) Game 2: (Let's Come) Together at Christmas Time(01:41:17) Top 5: Daragh Nolan, Owen and Klarissa Beckstead(01:50:00) Top 5: Emma (the wife), Kate and Best Picture Cast gang(02:04:30) Die Hard Know It's Christmas Time (02:07:00) Carl and Simon's Top 5 Christmas Movies(02:15:30) Reveal of the Community Top 5 Christmas Movies(02:17:58) Goodbye and (Let's Rock) Together at Christmas Time song outroYou can read our reviews of other movies on Letterboxd - Look for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CarlMTN⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SiMTN⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (@mtnmoviepod.bsky.social)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠(mtnmoviepod)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (@mtnmoviepod)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (@mtnmoviepod)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to our YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (@movietheneedle)Or email us and let us know what you think: hello@mtnpod.com

In this week's episode, Elizabeth sits down with the brilliant Lindsey Roberts, coach and founder of Gold Digger Coaching, to explore the powerful (and often uncomfortable) truth about boundaries.After spending 12 years in corporate—and hitting burnout hard—Lindsey now helps women redefine success, prevent overwhelm, and create work-life balance without guilt.This conversation is honest, grounded, and full of practical shifts you can start using today.

We have the thriller King joining us this week, international bestseller, Harlan Coben! You'll find all his books in stores worldwide, and now his TV series are taking the world by storm on Netflix. His latest series 'Run Away' also stars multiple previous guests of the podcast (James Nesbitt, Ruth Jones & Minnie Driver), and it's gripping from start to the end! Mum was in love with Harlan from the moment he walked through the door. We discussed his writing process, his love of Bruce Springsteen, growing up in New Jersey and his mum being a terrible cook, writing ‘Gone Before Goodbye' with Reese Witherspoon, his iconic Thanksgiving bagel party, and how his lead character Myron Bolitar is very much based on himself! Harlan's new series ‘Run Away' is released globally on Netflix on 1st January - don't miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This final episode of 2025 celebrates the podcast's 75th milestone with four powerful listener letters about surviving divorce, reshaping Christmas, and choosing peace, freedom, and self-worth. Through stories of first holidays alone, letting go of painful traditions, and rebuilding life with kids, the episode highlights how women can reclaim their power, create new rituals, and prove that being alone is not a punishment but an opportunity.  (00:00) Welcome and Introduction (00:55) Reflecting on the Year (01:17) Celebrating Episode 75 (03:59) Listener Stories: Sophie's Journey (06:05) Listener Stories: Mia's Resilience (10:11) Listener Stories: Carla's Radical Christmas (12:15) Listener Stories: Rachel's Freedom (17:37) Final Thoughts and Farewell KEY TAKEAWAYS Being alone at Christmas can become an empowering choice instead of a painful punishment. New traditions with your children can transform grief into connection and joy. Healing is about reclaiming yourself one piece at a time, not about perfection or revenge. BEST MOMENTS "Being alone isn't a punishment, it's an opportunity." "You are not broken. You are becoming." "You don't owe anyone a perfect Christmas." "This time I chose MY peace!" EPISODE LINKS Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm   If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107 USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107   Exciting news! I now have four powerful and affordable course downloads available in my Patreon Shop—starting at just £20. Each one is designed to help you take meaningful steps forward in your healing and growth journey.

Your dream suburb's out of reach? Don't panic. You're not locked out of the property market—just in need of a smarter strategy.In this episode, Meighan and Veronica unpack three powerful ways to buy your first property sooner, even if you can't afford to live exactly where you want right now. From rentvesting and using a guarantor to co-ownership, they break down how each option works, the risks to watch for, and how to choose what fits your long-term goals.You'll learn the golden rules of rentvesting (and why “investment grade” property matters), when it makes sense to lean on the Bank of Mum and Dad, and how to set up solid agreements if you're buying with family or friends. They also call out the hidden traps—like government incentives that look generous but can actually cost you long-term growth.If you've been feeling stuck, priced out, or convinced your dream suburb will never happen, this episode is your circuit breaker. You'll walk away knowing how to get started, make strategic compromises, and build a plan that gets you in the market without giving up on your goals.Listen now and learn how to buy smart—even when you can't buy where you want.Episode Highlights00:00 – Overcoming the Dream Suburb Dilemma01:31 – How the PACE System Helps You Plan03:09 – What Rentvesting Really Means09:46 – How a Guarantor Can Help You Buy10:52 – LMI or Guarantor Which Is Better12:03 – What to Know About Grants and Schemes14:29 – Pooling Resources Through Co Ownership15:19 – Getting Legal and Financial Advice17:42 – Final Thoughts and Next StepsMentionsEpisode 256 – Mortgage Strategy for First Home BuyersEpisode 205 – Rentvesting: What You Need to Know Before Taking the LeapEpisode 207 – How Rentvesting Can Secure—or Sabotage—Your Financial FutureEpisode 211– What Tax Benefits Can First-Home Buyers Gain from Rentvesting?Episode 152 – How Guarantor Loans & Government Deposit Schemes Work for First Home BuyersEpisode 49 – What Can Go Wrong When Borrowing from the Bank of Mum & Dad? (with Barry Frakes)Course Details:THE First Home Buyer Course is our Step-By-Step, No BS Guide to Every Stage of The Home Buying Process – It's the next best thing to having your own buyer's agent. With our expert guidance, you'll know what to do at every step along the way. Become a home owner faster and easier. Click here: https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/YFHBGIf you enjoyed today's podcast, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and share the show! There's more to come, so we hope to have you along with us on this journey!Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFirstHomeBuyerCourseSubscribe on Apple Podcasts:

This week on Mum's The Word, Kelsey Parker is joined in the studio by Briony May Williams: The Great British Bake Off finalist, TV presenter, and mum to daughter Nora.Briony opens up about what it was really like stepping into the Bake Off tent and how that experience changed her life forever.She shares why cooking alongside her daughter is so important to her, not just for creating memories but for building confidence and connection in the kitchen.The conversation also takes a powerful turn as Briony talks candidly about disability, explaining why she never saw herself as disabled before Bake Off and how her perspective has evolved since being in the public eye.Plus, Briony chats all about her debut cookbook, The Retro Recipe Society, celebrating nostalgic comfort food with a modern twist.This is an episode you won't want to miss.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A voice possesses the power to either conceal - or reveal - the truth. After decades of silence and shame about what was truly unspeakable childhood abuse, Shana Halligan chose speak out. And what followed was a complete  transformation of her life that led to a music career of authentic self-expression and powerful presence.As the daughter of Dick Halligan, founder of the band Blood, Sweat & Tears, Shana experienced music on a level most only dream about. From concerts to all-night jam sessions with some of the most renowned talent of the time to being the singing voice for Barbie commercials in the 1970's, Shana was immersed in music her entire life. And it was music that finally allowed her to reveal the dark secret she had harbored since early childhood – that she is a survivor of sexual abuse. Shana's earliest memories are of being molested by a stranger in her own bed – an experience that occurred for at least three years. Today, as the founder of the band Bitter:Sweet with a burgeoning music career of her own making, Shana has not only released the shame of what was done to her but also taken center stage in designing the life of her dreams. In this episode, Shana shares what happened to her all those years ago and how she emerged from the shadow of abuse to become both her own savior and a beacon of hope for others. Listen to the end of the episode for a sneak peek at Shana's latest release, “Other Side.”Shana's story was revealed to the world in a Daily Mail article in 2025. You can read it at https://archive.is/20250523100119/https:/www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-14740137/Mum-cold-told-Id-raped-aged-six-thought-Id-never-forgive-cruel-words-reveals-SHANA-HALLIGAN-deathbed-extraordinary-happened.htmlThe full music to the single “Other Side” can be found at https://app.box.com/s/bhfzhlq6c5lolmw71bsj7s5xugnwscnh More about Shana at https://www.shanahalligan.com/

In this episode, Jen & Kezia chat about what good health looks like, how to make nutrition work for you, what functional medicine is, when you should get tested, how small changes can make a big difference and more. Kezia Hall - a Holistic Nutritionist & Coach for Women.Her mission is to help women who are fed up with feeling bloated, tired and sick of riding the hormonal rollercoaster. She works with women who are unhappy with their body, tired of constant digestive or hormonal issues and want to improve their mood.She is here to help you undo the years of health discrimination and ‘fobbing off' you may have received. And through my online nutrition practice, she utilizes scientific and holistic practices to create personalised food, supplement and lifestyle plans that help women fix their digestion, balance their hormones & double their energy.She wants you to feel good in your clothes, and get back to living your beautiful life.She is a Mum, I love coffee, cake & dark chocolate and plunging in cold water (well that love/hate). She's here to tell you that being healthy doesn't have to be restrictive – it can be joyful, fun and EASY. You just need to know where to start.Links:keziahall.comwww.youtube.com/@keziahallpodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/cacao-with-kezia/id924890557Follow Jen:Access me FREE Lymphatic Drainage Routine here https://iamjenwilson.thrivecart.com/lymph/Access my FREE Posture for Health mini workshop here https://iamjenwilson.thrivecart.com/posture-for-health/Get my book 9 Rules to Sort Your Shit here - https://amzn.to/4eYtVnqRebel and Divine Anarchist hoodies and t-shirts here https://iamjenwilson-2.teemill.com/collection/new/Gut Friendly, Easy Recipe book here https://amzn.to/4gJsGICFor all information on working with me:www.iamjenwilson.comFollow my social channelsSubscribe to my YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/iamjenwilsonLike my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/IamJenWilsonFollow me on Instagram https://instagram.com/iam.jenwilson

I handed my book Voiceprint to THE OPRAH WINFREY.In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of how I manifested this wild, magical moment. You'll hear the full story, including: ✨ How one casual comment from Mum became a powerful intention ✨ The words and energetic practices I used (straight from Chapter 13 of Voiceprint) ✨ The sliding-door moments that aligned with perfect timing ✨ Why action matters just as much as belief ✨ How energetic frequency puts you in the path of extraordinary opportunities This isn't just a story about meeting Oprah. It's a masterclass in how to manifest with your voice, call in what you desire, and act with courage—even when your hair is wet, you're makeup-free, and you're sprinting down the street chasing an Uber. If you've ever wondered whether your voice can shape your reality… this episode is your sign.

Lottie is back with her final episode of the year in her mini-series 'Mum uncensored'. As a mother of two children, she's reached that bitter sweet stage where her daughter has begun to question the magic of Christmas. Navigating that moment as a parent can be tricky and Lottie shares her honest reflections on how she approached it. She also speaks about how much she cherishes the family time and downtime that Christmas brings, those precious moments that feel increasingly rare and meaningful as her children grow. Lottie also explains how her family chooses to share some of that magic with others, finding ways to support those less fortunate at this time of year. It's a warm, heartfelt episode to close out the year.As a reminder, our podcast is available on all major platforms, including Spotify, Apple, Google, Amazon, and more. Simply search for ‘Lingerie Lowdown The Podcast' to access all our episodes, which are free for everyone to enjoy. Plus, you can now watch the video versions of our latest episodes directly, here on Spotify and our Rumble channel too!For a deeper dive and a complete archive of all our engaging audio podcasts, be sure to visit our podcast on Spotify. Happy listening (or watching), and thank you for being part of this incredible podcast journey with us!

Come to a Dehoarding Accountability Zoom Session: http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ticket Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribe Podcast show notes, links and transcript: http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/  This episode, I've pulled together the best mental health advice from every guest I spoke to over the past year - academics, therapists, organisers, and people with lived experience. Each of them shared a personal habit or practice that genuinely helps them cope or keep on top of their wellbeing, and I add a couple of my own strategies too. Whether you're navigating hoarding, supporting someone who is, or just looking for affordable ways to protect your own mental health, stick around for a mix of practical, honest tips to try for yourself. Special Episode Format: Compilation of Guest Advice Throughout the year, every guest was asked about habits or practices supporting their mental health. Guest Contributions: Mental Health Habits and Practices Harriet Impey (Episode 172) Mindfulness and meditation, especially mindful self-compassion (inspired by Kristin Neff). Practical examples: Being present, guided meditation, practicing non-attachment, and self-reflection on letting go of unhelpful arguments. Dr Jan Eppingstall (Episodes 174 & 204) Practicing gratitude to counterbalance negativity bias. Unsubscribing from unwanted emails to reduce anxiety and overwhelm. Interacting with pets for grounding and emotional well-being - petting animals as a stress reliever. Visiting places where animals are accessible (e.g., city farms, pet shops, animal cafes). Jasmine Sleigh (Episode 175) Importance of good sleep for mental health. Value of pleasurable activities like reading, and the paradox of sometimes resisting enjoyable activities (self-sabotage). Reflection on how engaging in enjoyable pastimes is essential even when it's difficult to get started. Sam (Episode 178) Writing things down: Keeping lists of achievements and things to be grateful for, even small joys. Acknowledging how gratitude doesn't have to be grand - simple moments count. Exercise, particularly running, or any activity that gets you outside of your current headspace (could be walking, volunteering, etc.). The role of support from others to prompt new perspectives or activities. Dr. Victoria Ruby-Granger (Episode 179) Self-awareness and accepting what works for you, rather than trying to fit yourself to methods that don't suit. Emphasis on letting go of approaches that don't align with your own needs, and being open to alternative strategies. Carrie Lagerstedt (Episode 183) Moral neutrality: Separating self-worth from issues like executive dysfunction, lateness, and messiness. Reframing these traits as value-neutral rather than personal failings, helping to build self-esteem. That Hoarder Creative self-expression: Resentful journaling, collage, and visual arts—done primarily for personal expression, not for others' approval. Permission for creative works to be imperfect and focused on process over outcome. Nature connection: Getting outside, paying attention to natural details (flowers, leaves, colours, wildlife), and practicing mindful observation to foster grounding and perspective. Importance of self-compassion, giving oneself credit for small achievements (especially with meditation or walks). Allowing yourself pleasurable, nurturing, or healing activities without guilt. Noticing the bigger world and natural cycles as a counter to internal struggles. Encouragement for listeners to reflect on which practices resonate and to share their own tips. Links Podcast ep 172: Harriet Impey on clearing out her parents' very full home, through family belongings and personal growth, in the film Where Dragons Live Podcast episode 174: How to feel grounded when we're overwhelmed or dysregulated using ventral vagal spaces and touchstones, with Dr Jan Eppingstall Podcast ep 175: Taking the scary first steps: the courage to call a professional organiser, with Jasmine Sleigh Podcast ep 178: Growing up in a hoarded home: Sam's story as the child of a Mum who hoards Podcast ep 179: How hoarding behaviours develop and early intervention for hoarding disorder, with Dr Victoria Ruby-Granger Podcast ep 183: ADHD, executive dysfunction and creating hacks and systems to reduce clutter chaos, with Carrie Lagerstedt Podcast ep 204: Am I my things? 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NOTE: This episode contains references to Christmas Magic that you may not want your children to hear!In this honest and often hilarious Christmas bonus conversation, Steph sits down with psychotherapist Emma Reed Turrell to talk about the emotional, logistical and often invisible labour of Christmas; especially for women. From managing everyone's expectations to trying to manufacture magical memories, from teenage eye-rolls to “it's not that deep, Mum,” the pair unravel the layered reality behind creating a holiday that feels good for everyone but you.Emma offers sharp insight into why December feels like it shrinks every year, why the list keeps getting longer and how social media quietly fuels our “shoulds.” They discuss the pressure to keep traditions alive, the moments that actually matter, and the quiet grief and shifting dynamics that shape Christmas behind the scenes.Whether you're overwhelmed, exhausted, sentimental, or simply curious about how to make Christmas feel more human, this episode will land with warmth, compassion and a welcome dose of realism.Emma Reed Turrell grew up near Portsmouth and went on to read English at Queens' College, Cambridge. Following ten years working in business, she returned to her earlier passion for psychology and retrained as a psychotherapist.Get a copy of Emma's book, What Am I Missing here.Listen to Emma's podcast, Dial Emma, here.For thoughtful gifts, for Christmas or any time of year, please have a look at dontbuyherflowers.comFollow Steph on Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and the Band sing their super catchy Christmas song whilst having a wonderful dinner party with Ruby, Whiff, Mum and Father Christmas.

Trigger Warning: This episode contains multiple mentions of suicide and suicidal thoughts as well as themes that some listeners may find triggering. This is a re-release celebrating a decade of love and allyship on A Gay And A NonGay. This week we're throwing it back to March 2025... In many ways, Caroline Litman was the type of supportive Mum that any trans child could dream to have. She was supportive of her daughter, Alice, who was on the waiting list for gender affirming care. Alice was on the waiting list for a gender identity clinic appointment for 1,023 days when she took her own life. Ever since then, Caroline has fought for trans rights, in an attempt to ensure that the pain her daughter went through never needs to be experienced by anybody else, ever again. On this episode of A Gay And A NonGay, James and Dan are joined by Caroline to talk about the state of trans rights in the UK, her embarrassment about what she used to believe, whether we should be respectful to transphobic people online and why the gender critical movement is so well organised. Follow A Gay & A NonGay TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@gaynongay⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@gaynongay⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@gaynongay⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@gaynongay⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gaynongay.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠us@gaynongay.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our 15th Deja Brew mini-series podcast Nu-Who re-watch (deep breath) continues with the last three (mostly) unrelated episodes from Series 3. In “The Lazarus Experiment” Martha and the Doctor battle a relentless monster: Martha's Mum! Oh... and a giant scorpion man. “42” has Martha trying to reason with a monster: her Mum! Oh... and a sentient star. Lastly “Blink” finds the Doctor and Martha mostly sidelined whilst the Weeping Angels make their triumphant debut! But I'm sure Mother Jones was thinking of ways Mr. Saxon could get them both shoe-horned into this episode too.

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In this episode Kylie answers a DM from a Mum seeking support around difficult post school transitions for her son. This episode touches on d overwhelm and offers practical tool kit strategies to regulate the nervous system compassionately. This is one for any parent who knows what it's like for their child to struggle with big feelings, sensory overwhelm, dysregulation, acting out or shutting down. Listen to the most unfiltered episodes via inside Almost Confidential

Georgia Jones and Kelsey Parker are back in the studio together for another honest, chaotic and laugh-filled catch-up on Mum's The Word.This week, Georgia shares her 40 Before 40 list from the sentimental to the downright ridiculous while Kelsey introduces the newest member of her family: Storm the Doberman, who's already turning their house (and hearts) upside down.The conversation also takes a heartfelt turn as Kelsey opens up about how she's navigating grief months on from the passing of Phoenix, the waves that still catch her off guard, and the small things helping her find her way forward.Of course, We Listen & We Don't Judge returns with more brilliant (and brilliantly relatable) listener confessions that remind us all we're doing better than we think.Real talk, real mum moments and real friendship, just how we like it.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fresh out of the Big Brother house, Edward relives the moment he realised the letter “from Mum” wasn’t quite right. And how it felt when it suddenly turned into an eviction and what it was like to walk out without the chance to properly say goodbye. He explains why, despite the heartbreak, he’s a realist about the game and why he refused to take the decision personally. In this revealing conversation, Edward opens up about the pressure-cooker reality of Big Brother. From missing his incredibly close family to the off-hand “I want to quit” moment that rattled live feed viewers. He explains why, even though he said it in the heat of emotion, actually walking out on his own was never really on the table. We also tackle the so-called villain edit head on. Edward reacts to that viral “shut up” moment, how it felt seeing the audience response and why he takes full accountability for what he said while still insisting it’s a real snapshot of how humans behave under pressure. Which is the whole point of doing Big Brother. Then there’s Mia. Edward breaks down their connection. What was friendship versus flirtation and how inexperience in the dating world may have blurred some lines. He also talks about the “still single” part of his life, why he’s actually content and answers some very direct questions about compromise, relationships and what might need to shift for the right person to come along. Plus, we dig into his dynamic with Vinnie, the “fake” label that spiralled after the live nomination and how things really stand between them now that the dust has settled. Edward also shares who he thinks is the smartest housemate. And who he’s backing to win and whether we’ll be seeing him at the live finale. 2:10 – The letter from home that became an eviction: Edward explains the moment he realised the wording wasn’t like his mum, how the twist blindsided him and why he still walked out of Dreamworld smiling 4:25 – “I want to quit”: inside the pressure cooker of the house, missing his family, saying things he didn’t fully mean and why walking out on his own was never actually an option 6:40 – Feeling overwhelmed & holding back: Edward talks about sussing out the house dynamics, avoiding the instant “boys’ club” and why it took time for him to come out of his shell 8:15 – Life on a TV set that looks like Play School: what it’s really like living in the hyper-bright Big Brother house and how cameras and microphones quickly become second nature 9:55 – Mia, mixed signals and friendship vs romance: Edward clarifies how he saw their connection, why he treats the women in his life similarly and how limited dating experience can complicate things 11:45 – Why he’s still single: family first, being rarely lonely, what he wants from a future partner and his response when asked directly if compromise might be an issue 13:30 – The live nomination & Vinnie’s “fake” label: Edward breaks down that huge turning point, Jane’s influence, what he was really trying to say and how the situation blew up beyond what he expected 15:10 – The “shut up” moment and villain edit: Edward reacts to seeing it back, the audience’s visceral response and why he owns his words while pointing out that everyone snaps sometimes 17:00 – Authenticity under pressure: why Edward believes Big Brother works best when people behave as they do in real life — including the messy, imperfect moments 18:20 – Smartest housemate, pick to win & finale chatter: why he rates Connor’s intelligence, why he’d love to see Big Bruce take out the title and whether we’ll be seeing Edward at the live finale 19:30 – Wingman Ben & life after the house: joking about hitting the Gold Coast together, fresh fades and what Edward hopes to take from the experience moving forward Whether you’re still reeling from the letter twist or fascinated by how different housemates cope under pressure, this episode is a must-listen. Hear Edward’s unfiltered take on gameplay, emotion, perception and life after Big Brother — while the season is still unfolding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mum reunites with son after over 3 years in emotional reunion.Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/fifi-fev-and-nickSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textIt was a real pleasure to sit down with the legend that is Mike Brewer at the NEC Classic Car Show. We recorded this live, in front of lots of people, so please excuse the blip in sound quality - we've done the best with what we had. Things start off with a real 'one off' hat flying out the car and back in again earliest car memory, before we hear about the custom cars his Dad built, including the Ford Pop called 'Pinball Wizard' which has been replicated a number of times in tribute.  In later life Mike recounts the tale of sourcing a sensible car for his Dad to drive his Mum around in. He delivers a Ford S-Max, but his Dad isn't impressed. However, it only takes a few miles and he's smitten, a few months later he's modified it... lowered on split rim wheels, carbon bonnet and mirrors! He just can't stop it!! We hope you enjoy this episode, and please do take a moment to look up Mikes TV program Born Dealer which we reference a number of times whilst chatting. A big thanks to our new podcast sponsor Viking Covers.If you are looking for quality and customizable indoor or outdoor vehicle covers please go check them out. www.vikingcovers.co.ukWe'll be telling you more about these guys soon - stay tuned.Support the showWe'd love you to hear and share your stories, please tag and follow us on social media. www.instagram.com/mydadscar_podcastwww.Facebook.com/mydadscar podcastwww.buymeacoffee.com/mydadscarIf you'd like to support the podcast and are able to, you can ‘buy us a coffee' which will help towards costs of hosting and purchasing equipment to allow us to record guests in person, rather than just on zoom. Get in touch with us direct - MyDadsCarPodcast@gmail.com

Stav’s Mum is funding terrorists You want to fight, let’s dance little boy - Matt “I’m putting my groceries on afterpay” – we grant another Mini Miracle Cooper Chapman says giving 1% of your day can change your life Grocery shopping is like hunting and gathering - Stav See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Mum's The Word, Georgia Jones is joined by former TOWIE star, I'm A Celeb favourite and all-round powerhouse Ferne McCann for a warm, honest and inspiring chat about mum life, personal growth, and everything she's been building behind the scenes.Ferne opens up about why she's so passionate about breastfeeding and breaking the stigma around it, reflecting on her own experiences and the pressure so many mums still feel.She also celebrates 10 years since her iconic I'm A Celeb jungle journey, sharing what she learned from the experience and why it still means so much to her.Georgia and Ferne dive into her booming wellness and lifestyle projects, including Shoorah and Food With Ferne, and how she juggles it all with being a mum to fussy eaters at home (with plenty of relatable stories!).Ferne also speaks candidly about how therapy changed her life, helping her grow, heal and show up as the best version of herself.And of course, they chat all about her brand-new podcast Every Cloud, which is set to inspire and uplift listeners everywhere.A heartfelt, honest and motivating conversation for every mum who's navigating the chaos and trying her best.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Imagine lying in hospital, heavily pregnant (stay with me, fellas...think about yourself in this situation without the pregnant bit) and you have paralysis creeping up your legs. It starts in your feet, and each hour, doctors are coming in and doing tests, and drawing new lines on your legs as the paralysis is going higher and higher up your body. And then, after your baby is born, your pelvis is so damaged, and you're in so much pain, you are told that you won't be able to walk for 3 months. And you live in a 2-story house with a 1-year-old and a baby, and your bedroom is upstairs, with the bathroom downstairs. I can't imagine how difficult this would be to face... but this is what Saskia and her family faced. You will be amazed at Saskia and her Mum, Briar's, recounting of this story and what God does. ADDITIONAL EPISODE We briefly mention an amazing miracle of Briar's husband (and Saskia's dad) Ged - here's the link to listen to that episode https://omny.fm/shows/revival-on-the-air-today/jed-is-healed-of-a-stroke-in-front-of-the-doctorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The social welfare Christmas Bonus is being paid this week and the begrudgers were out in force on this episode. One even resented a single Mum of two getting the extra few quid.

This episode starts off with Katie clamping down on being 'Mum's bank' but in true Rach & Katie style, it goes sideways with a fascinating discussion about water bottles haha!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I share with you on this episode how my Mum planned her life positively to impact others and also pour into herself too - and why it's important for you to do the same, for yourself.Enjoy this episode.Show up to your life & Keep Going Always ™ Rebecca.xMy website is here > ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.rebeccaadamsbiz.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My powerful EXPANSION program is here to transform your life > ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://racourses.thinkific.com/courses/expansion⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My amazing guided journals & planners are here > ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.rebeccaadamsbiz.com/books⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

The final part of our Rilla Blythe character arc is here! We can't wait for you to join us in this wide-ranging conversation about Rilla's moral growth arc in Rilla of Ingleside. We are absolutely thrilled to welcome back the phenomenal Dr. Laura Robinson—a celebrated L.M. Montgomery expert and professor—whose unparalleled insights bring Rilla's sacrifices and moral courage to life.  If you want to know more about what Laura is doing, you can check out the L.M. Montgomery Institute for all sorts of amazing resources! Inspired by: Laura is inspired by the wartime cake recipe that was a Canadian specialty during WWI and is sharing it here! Recipe for Wartime Cake, straight from the Robinson family archives! 2 cups white sugar 4 tbsp margarine (butter?) 1 cup chopped dates 1lb raisins 2 tsp cinnamon 2 tsp cloves and allspice (I put one of each) 2 cups boiling water 1 tsp salt 3 cups whole wheat flour 2 tsp soda (so Mum was notoriously bad at recording recipes, so I actually use 2 tsp of baking powder and ½ of salt and ½ of soda, as per a banana cake recipe I have) Boil for 10 min, sugar, dates, raisins, water. When cool, add salt flour and soda. Mix well. Makes one ring cake or two loaves. Bake one hour in slow oven 300degrees or until done. Kelly is inspired by Rilla's coalition building with the Junior Reds so she recommends getting to know your neighbors and community, especially those you might not otherwise have anything in common with.   Ragon is inspired by Rilla making change close to home and recommends fostering kittens through the ASPCA or local animal rescues. You can support the pod by shopping through our Bookshop link for any books we've recommended!   If you want to get a free logo sticker from us, either leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or share your love for the pod on social media!  Send us a photo of your share or review at either our email: kindredspirits.bookclub@gmail.com or on our KindredSpirits.BookClub Instagram.   

I know exactly where you're at right now. We're in the thick of Black Friday promos – or as I like to call it, the 'beautiful chaos' portion of the retail calendar. Your ads are running, your inbox is overflowing, your inventory is moving, and you're probably surviving on caffeine and pure adrenaline.   I also know that this period isn't just physically exhausting – it's emotionally exhausting too. There's this rollercoaster that happens during BFCM. You swing between moments of 'oh my goodness, the sales are coming in!' to 'why did that ad suddenly stop performing?' to 'I haven't eaten lunch and it's 4pm.'   So to help you through, I'm going to share 2 really easy and practical things you can do right now to maintain your energy levels and focus throughout this crazy busy time and through to the end of the year.   AND I'm sharing 5 marketing tips you can start thinking about now to help prevent your sales from dropping off a cliff after Black Friday ends – something that so often happens after a sale event.    Think of this episode as me being your cheer squad, your pit crew and your Mum all-in-one!      Links mentioned in this episode: If you'd like help to achieve your goals, I invite you to have a chat to find out how we can make that happen together HERE By booking a Free Growth Strategy https://productpreneurmarketing.com/lets-talk   Other Ways To Enjoy This Episode: Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Youtube  

It's the second edition of The Bark Back, and things get lively fast - from traitor talk to time-smelling dogs, Hollywood-saving pups and a listener song that absolutely steals the show. Plus, Mildred's car anxiety and a finale you won't forget in a hurry…See Seann live: https://www.seannwalsh.com/Dont forget to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: http://tiny.cc/pjwu001Email us and send in your voice notes: hello@omdpod.comFollow us on IG: @omdpod @juniperomd 00:00 Warming Up & Weekend Chat01:20 Seann's Mum vs. Traitors01:52 Would We Be Traitors or Faithfuls?04:47 Dog Fact: Can Dogs Tell Time by Smell?06:20 Seann's Alan Partridge Moment07:28 Sara's Dog Fact: Rin Tin Tin Saves Hollywood08:50 Listener Email: Lynn & the Firework Freak-Outs11:16 Mildred's Car Anxiety13:00 Listener Email: Heba's Dog Gender in Arabic15:30 Kim Celebrates Two Episodes a Week16:20 Amanda's excellent Dog Song17:29 Goodbye and Seann Sings “The Morners” #OhMyDogPodcast #TheBarkBack #JackDee #SeannWalsh #DogPodcast #TraitorOrFaithful #DogFacts #ComedyPodcast #DogLovers

We have star of stage and screen, acting legend and national treasure Bill Nighy joining us on the podcast this week! Fresh from creating his brand new podcast ‘ill advised by Bill Nighy' - where he is an agony uncle - we sat down with Bill for lunch. Mum even made his favourite dish - pasta puttanesca. We found out that Bill was a Mod in his youth, how he feels about the success of Love Actually, the time he scammed tourists on the streets of Paris, why he prefers to eat meals alone and how he must add as much spice as possible to every meal he eats! What a total delight to have a meal with Bill, we could have chatted for hours and hours. Bill's fabulous podcast ‘ill advised by Bill Nighy' is available to listen to everywhere now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sometimes, at The Red Eye, we're handed a story that isn't exactly a full detailed story... just an event, a “you'll never believe what happened” moment that's too good not to share. So of course we would find a way of sharing it!In this unforgettable tale, a brand new, complete naive flight attendant finds herself on a long-haul route she'll never forget! One filled with cultural clashes, chaos, and… diapers. It's a story about high hopes colliding with harsh realities, about the gap between dream and duty - and apparently about the one person who always seems to have the final say: Mum.But what if a crew member suddenly decides on the layover, that they just won't work the flight home?! No cabin crew member would be crazy enough to do that...But, as every crew member knows - nothing on board is ever too crazy to be true.Send us a text! If you'd like a reply, please leave an email or numberWe would really appreciate it if you take 1 minute to leave a quick review. It really helps our podcast become more visible on all the platforms so we can reach more people! Thank you. Kaylie has written 6 other fictional novels about the lives of cabin crew! Amazon UKAmazon USABarnes and NobleSupport the showThe Red Eye Podcast is written by Kaylie Kay, and produced and narrated by Ally Murphy.To subscribe to the monthly newsletter and keep up to date with news, visit www.theredeyepod.com. Or find us on Facebook, YouTube, TikTok & Instagram @theredeyepod, for behind the scenes stories and those funny short stories that only take a minute or less!If you'd like to support the podcast you can "buy us a beer" and subscribe at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2310053/support, we'd be happy to give you a shout out on our newsletter!Ally Murphy is a former flight attendant, and a British voice over artist based in the USA, visit www.allymurphy.co.ukKaylie Kay is a flight attendant and author based in the UK. You can find more of her work at www.kayliekaywrites.comTo buy The Red Eye's first book click on the following links:Amazon UK Amazon USABarnes and Noble Other E Book Platforms

Kids have a magical way of asking the biggest questions at the most unexpected moments. In this episode, we walk you through exactly how to respond when your six-year-old suddenly wants to know how a baby gets into Mum’s tummy—without oversharing, freezing, or fumbling. You’ll learn the calm, clear, developmentally-appropriate way to keep curiosity open, connection strong, and panic levels low. KEY POINTS Why kids ask tricky questions earlier than we expect How to give truthful but minimal info that fits their age The “glass of water, not a fire hose” rule How to delay the conversation gracefully when you need time Why your response now decides if they’ll keep coming to you later Simple language you can use with a six-year-old Teaching kids that these chats belong at home—not the playground QUOTE OF THE EPISODE “Answer the question your child is asking—no more, no less.” RESOURCES MENTIONED Where Do Babies Come From? by Michelle Mitchell A Girl’s Guide to Puberty – Michelle Mitchell A Guy’s Guide to Puberty – Michelle Mitchell ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS Keep answers short, truthful, and developmentally-appropriate. Use correct anatomical terms without going into extra detail. If you’re unprepared, buy time: “That’s a great question—let’s talk with Mum/Dad together.” Set clear boundaries: these conversations happen at home, not with friends. Revisit the topic later as your child grows and becomes ready for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jez Alborough is the author and illustrator of over 45 books for children. His Eddy and the Bear trilogy (which began with the much loved WHERE'S MY TEDDY in 1992) has sold nearly four and a half million copies and was made into a Bafta award-winning animated television special and series.DUCK IN THE TRUCK (1999) heralded the start of another bestselling series, this time featuring the irrepressible Duck and his three friends - Frog, Goat and Sheep. There are nine books in the Duck series (1.3 million copies sold) including DUCK'S KEY WHERE CAN IT BE? which won the Child magazine Best of the Year Award.In 2000 Jez created HUG - a powerful and touching book of only three words about a baby chimpanzee called Bobo who loses his Mum. HUG was raved about by Oprah Winfrey on her show when she chose it for her recommended reading list while Richard Curtis (the writer and director of Four Weddings and a Funeral) selected HUG as one of his ‘Best Books' calling it: ‘classic family drama which holds up well next to Jez's other masterpieces.' Bobo went on to star in three more classics; TALL (which along with HUG won the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Book Award), YES and PLAY. The series has sold around 2 million copies. Jez's other books include SOME DOGS DO (2004) and the NAT THE CAT series (2013).Takeaways: Smiling is a contagious act, capable of spreading joy across vast distances. The journey of creativity often begins with a single idea that evolves over time. The relationship between an author and a publisher is crucial for a book's success. Illustration and storytelling are intertwined, where images and text complement each other. Learning is a continuous process that requires both patience and resilience from the learner. Inspiration can strike unexpectedly, leading to the creation of impactful works of art. Chapters:00:08 - The Ripple Effect of a Smile00:34 - Introduction to the Education on Far Podcast13:21 - The Journey of Creation: From Idea to Publication29:32 - The Intersection of Creativity and Technical Skill44:15 - The Power of Inspirationhttps://jezalborough.com/https://jezalborough.com/numberwondersgame/Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://nape.org.uk/Find out more about their Primary First Journal: https://www.educationonfire.com/nape

This week on Mum's The Word, Georgia Jones and Kelsey Parker are joined in the studio by Capital Breakfast and This Morning presenter Sian Welby and she brings all the warmth, wit and honesty you'd expect.Together they dive into:

My father first locked eyes on my mother at a party in London. Next he gate-crashed a second party, then organized a third, just to see her again. Finally, he asked Mum out for a country drive, picking her up in his old Rover sedan—his treasured possession. Mum and dad became sweethearts, but there was a problem. Mum was about to move to Peru to become a missionary. Dad took her to the airport, then five months later arrived in Peru himself—to propose to her. And the best part of the story? He’d sold his beloved Rover to pay for the plane ticket. If you would’ve asked Mary, the sister of Martha and Lazarus, what her most treasured possession was, she’d have shown you a precious bottle of “expensive perfume” (John 12:3). And if you’d have been at the party she and Martha threw for Jesus (v. 2) and watched her lavish that bottle’s contents on his feet, you’d have known just what Jesus meant to her. He was that precious, that valuable. For my mother, Dad selling his car wasn’t just about a plane ticket. It was a sign of how much he valued her. And Mary’s actions had deeper meaning too—she was preparing Jesus for His burial (v. 7). Like her, when we sacrifice for God what we treasure most, we take part in His redemptive work by echoing His great sacrifice for us.

Is there a trail running boom happening within a running boom? Why are more runners hitting the trails than seemingly ever before? Well.. Andy, Sarah and Rick investigate. Also in this episode, Sarah speaks with Sam King, who's currently running 74 Ultra Marathons in 74 days to honour his Mum who suffered a bleed on the brain at the age of 74. He explains what this challenge means to him and how YOU can help! Click here to donate. The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs. Join The Running Channel Club for exclusive additional podcast episodes, bite-sized courses, live Q&As and so much more! Head to The Running Channel ClubFor all enquiries contact podcast@therunningchannel.com .If you liked this, please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. And leave us a 5* review and rating, it really helps us get discovered.We're on YouTube too, so check us out there: www.youtube.com/runningchannel .Mentioned in this episode:Runna TRC CodeSports Tours International

This week on Mum's The Word, Kelsey Parker is joined by former Love Islander turned podcaster and proud mum, Amy Hart.From life as a BA Cabin Manager to finding fame on Love Island, Amy's journey has been anything but ordinary.Now, as the host of Amy Hart's Mum Club and mum to her two-year-old son Stanley, she chats with Kelsey about:

This week Chris and Rosie Ramsey are joined by the brilliantly funny Harriet Kemsley — comedian, podcaster, Mum and general delight! Harriet talks about her Podcast ' From romantic disasters to the realities of stand-up life, Harriet spills all — and of course, there's a cracking What's Your Beef? and a few listener questions that go wildly off the rails. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back!! We loved your dating horror stories so much last week that we had to continue them this week! We have a disturbing act from a guy + a HUGE submission where a listener has found out their Mum is cheating on their Dad... what would you do?! Tune in to find out our thoughts xSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.