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by Cressida and Isabella
What’s the most important thing you’ve learnt from your mum? How have the maternal figures in your life shaped you? In Lessons from Our Mothers, sisters Isabella and Cressida explore the wisdom, love, and lessons passed down through generations. They speak with remarkable people like Kate Winslett, Mary Berry, Alain de Botton and Dr Shefali about the maternal figures - biological or not - who influenced them. The life lessons they’ve carried forward, the things they’ve chosen to leave behind, and how certain experiences have informed the way they parent. Whether they had a strong relationship or a more complicated one, they reflect on how that bond - or absence of it - helped shape who they are today. Thoughtful and heartfelt, these conversations uncover the power and importance of motherhood in all its forms.
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- 4 days ago38 min
Johnnie Boden: “We would've loved her even more if she had shared her sadness”
🌸 Cressida and Isabella are joined by entrepreneur and founder of Boden, Johnnie Boden.🌸 Johnnie reflects on his relationship with his own parents, sharing what it was like growing up in a family where affection was rarely shown, why he was always seeking approval, and how those experiences influenced the way he chose to raise his own children. He also shares the lessons he took from his mother, from her warmth, kindness and sense of humour. Plus, we hear about his journey to building Boden and how he has learnt to be more self-aware as a leader. 🌸 Join Cressida Bonas and Isabella Branson as they explore how maternal figures have shaped the lives of their guests. Each episode delves into the valuable lessons they've carried forward, those they've left behind, and the profound impact maternal figures have had throughout their lives.🎙️ An OG Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago32 min
Vanessa Branson: “I pulled adventure out of adversity”
🌸 Cressida and Isabella are joined by entrepreneur and author Vanessa Branson. 🌸 Vanessa shares what she believes lies behind the success of the Branson family, the experience of growing up dyslexic, and what she describes as “the unexpected freedom” that came with losing both of her parents and reflects on how her mother's adventurous spirit and positive attitude have shaped her own outlook on life. 🌸 Vanessa also shares more about her memoir ‘One Hundred Summers’ and her new novel ‘All That Is Fragile’ which is out on the 3rd November! 🌸 Join Cressida Bonas and Isabella Branson as they explore how maternal figures have shaped the lives of their guests. Each episode delves into the valuable lessons they've carried forward, those they've left behind, and the profound impact maternal figures have had throughout their lives.🎙️ An OG Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago37 min
Jools Oliver: “It's ruined 45 years of my life thinking it's something else”
🌸 Cressida and Isabella are joined by entrepreneur, designer and mother of five, Jools Oliver.🌸 Jools opens up about raising five children, navigating the teenage years and life in a neurodivergent household. She reflects on how her father’s stroke shaped her childhood and the impact she believes it had on her OCD. Plus, she shares why she believes the greatest gift she and Jamie have given their children is the close bond they share as siblings. 🌸 Join Cressida Bonas and Isabella Branson as they explore how maternal figures have shaped the lives of their guests. Each episode delves into the valuable lessons they've carried forward, those they've left behind, and the profound impact maternal figures have had throughout their lives. 🎙️ An OG Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 weeks ago33 min
Susan George: “We can't look back. We must look forward in life”
🌸 Cressida and Isabella are joined by actress and 70s film icon Susan George. 🌸 Susan shares stories from her remarkable Hollywood acting career, her unbreakable bond with her late husband Simon MacCorkindale, and her lifelong friendship with Olivia Newton-John. She also talks about her deep connection with her Arab horses and her belief in their extraordinary ability to heal, as well as the inspiration behind her beautiful new book, SMILE. 🌸 Join Cressida Bonas and Isabella Branson as they explore how maternal figures have shaped the lives of their guests. Each episode delves into the valuable lessons they've carried forward, those they've left behind, and the profound impact maternal figures have had throughout their lives. 🎙️ An OG Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Oct 11, 202644 min
Sarah Wright Olsen: “Our school was gone, our community was gone, our home was gone”
🌸 Cressida and Isabella are joined by actor, author and mother of four, Sarah Wright Olsen. 🌸 Sarah shares why she is a “get on the floor and play” kind of mum, how she balances work with raising four children, and the little things she does to make their childhood feel magical. She also opens up about losing her home in the 2025 Southern California wildfires, how her own mother parented her through her teenage years, and the inspiration behind her book, When I Am Not With You: How We’re Together Even When We’re Apart.🌸 Join Cressida Bonas and Isabella Branson as they explore how maternal figures have shaped the lives of their guests. Each episode delves into the valuable lessons they've carried forward, those they've left behind, and the profound impact maternal figures have had throughout their lives.🎙️ An OG Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Oct 4, 202649 min
Sir Michael Morpurgo: “My mother gave me the magic of storytelling”
🌸 Cressida and Isabella are joined by one of Britain's best loved children's authors, Michael Morpurgo.🌸 Michael reflects on the profound influence of his mother, who read to him every night as a child, and how those early stories shaped the author he would become. He shares his deep gratitude for his wife Clare, plus we hear the remarkable story of how an experience through their charity, Farms for City Children, inspired him to write one of his most famous stories, War Horse. 🌸 Join Cressida Bonas and Isabella Branson as they explore how maternal figures have shaped the lives of their guests. Each episode delves into the valuable lessons they've carried forward, those they've left behind, and the profound impact maternal figures have had throughout their lives.🎙️An OG Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jul 5, 202646 min
Poppy Jamie: Lessons in Intuition, Magic and Trusting Yourself
🌸 Cressida and Isabella are joined by entrepreneur, bestselling author and wellness advocate Poppy Jamie.🌸 Poppy shares the inspiration behind her new book, opens up about growing up with a mother who is a witch, and explores how that unique upbringing shaped her relationship with intuition. Together, they discuss why so many of us have become disconnected from our inner voice, how to tune back into it, and why learning to trust ourselves can be one of life's greatest gifts.🌸 Plus, Poppy has a very special surprise announcement that you won't want to miss...🌸 Join Cressida Bonas and Isabella Branson as they explore how maternal figures have shaped the lives of their guests. Each episode delves into the valuable lessons they've carried forward, those they've left behind, and the profound impact maternal figures have had throughout their lives.🎙️An OG Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jun 28, 202647 min
Dr Louise Newson: Lessons in Hormones, Health and Advocacy
🌸 Cressida and Isabella are joined by Dr. Louise Newson, leading menopause specialist, hormone expert and bestselling author. 🌸Louise discusses her mission to transform the conversation around women's health and shares insights from her latest book, The Power of Hormones: Break Free from Fear and Misinformation About Hormones and Harness Them for a Healthier, Happier Life.She explains why she wants audiences to leave her theatre tour feeling angry and unpacks some of the biggest myths surrounding natural versus synthetic hormones. She also highlights the hormone-related symptoms women should never ignore. And will most likely make you want to run to your gynecologist.🌸Join Cressida Bonas and Isabella Branson as they explore how maternal figures have shaped the lives of their guests. Each episode delves into the valuable lessons they’ve carried forward, those they’ve left behind, and the profound impact maternal figures have had throughout their lives.🎙️An OG Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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About Lessons From Our Mothers
What’s the most important thing you’ve learnt from your mum? How have the maternal figures in your life shaped you? In Lessons from Our Mothers, sisters Isabella and Cressida explore the wisdom, love, and lessons passed down through generations. They speak with remarkable people like Kate Winslett, Mary Berry, Alain de Botton and Dr Shefali about the maternal figures - biological or not - who influenced them. The life lessons they’ve carried forward, the things they’ve chosen to leave behind, and how certain experiences have informed the way they parent. Whether they had a strong relationship or a more complicated one, they reflect on how that bond - or absence of it - helped shape who they are today. Thoughtful and heartfelt, these conversations uncover the power and importance of motherhood in all its forms.
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