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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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- 3 weeks ago46 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.
- Jun 21, 202636 min
Jennifer O’Connell: Lessons in Putting Women at the Heart of Health Research
🌸 Cressida and Isabella are joined by Jennifer O'Connell, co-founder of the supplement brand, Sisterly. 🌸Jennifer discusses the importance of women being properly represented in women's health research and science, and shares the inspiration behind Sisterly - a brand created to simplify wellness and take the mental load out of choosing the right supplements. She also talks openly about balancing motherhood with the demands of leading a growing business and reflects on the maternal figures who have guided her throughout her life. 🌸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.🌸If you want to support The Lady Garden Foundation through your SISTERLY purchase, use code LGF to give 15% of proceeds from every sale to this amazing cause. 🎙️An OG Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jun 14, 202640 min
Dr Karan Rajan: Lessons In The Simple Health Habits Everyone Should Know
🌸 Cressida and Isabella are joined by doctor, author and TikTok star Dr Karan. 🌸Karan reflects on how growing up with a mum who was also a doctor shaped his path into medicine, he explores the often underestimated role grandparents play in a child’s development, and looks ahead to becoming a parent himself - opening up about the lessons he hopes to carry forward. He also shares practical and accessible health advice, including the importance of fibre in our diets and how small changes can have a big impact on overall wellbeing.🌸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 7, 202643 min
Natalie Imbruglia: Fame, ‘Torn’ And Her Journey To Motherhood
🌸 Cressida and Isabella are joined by singer and songwriter Natalie Imbruglia. 🌸 In this honest and reflective conversation, Natalie opens up about the whirlwind success of ‘Torn’ and the pressures that came with sudden global fame. She shares how her mum remained a constant source of strength despite living on the other side of the world, and how that support grounded her through the highs and lows of her career. Natalie also speaks candidly about her journey to motherhood through IVF, and what becoming a mother later in life has meant to her. We also hear about Natalie’s new album, Algorithm. 🌸 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.
- May 31, 202637 min
Nerina Pallot: Lessons In Resilience, Rejection, and Finding Her Way
🌸 Cressida and Isabella are joined by singer-songwriter Nerina Pallot. 🌸 Nerina reflects on her relationship with her mother, including the challenges they faced during her teenage years, and the lessons she’s carried into parenting her own teenager today. She shares how motherhood has shaped her songwriting and creativity, and opens up about how she’s balanced family life with a successful music career. We also hear what it’s really like working with global stars like Kylie Minogue, navigating a long-distance relationship with her mum, and how her understanding of motherhood has evolved over time.🌸 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.
- May 24, 202647 min
Jessica Brown Findlay: Lessons From the Women Who Helped Me Find My Voice
🌸 Cressida and Isabella are joined by actor Jessica Brown Findlay, best known for her role as Lady Sybil Crawley in Downton Abbey. 🌸 Jessie shares what it was like growing up with dyslexia in a small village, guided by her mother and grandmother, and the impact an eating disorder had on her whole family. She reflects on how an injury changed the course of her life, disrupting the ballerina path she had planned for herself, plus how she navigated her IVF journey through connection with other women.🌸 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.
- May 17, 202639 min
Dacher Keltner: How To Search For Awe in the Everyday
🌸 Cressida and Isabella are joined by psychologist, author, and awe researcher Dacher Keltner, whose work explores the science of human emotion, connection, and the power of awe in everyday life.🌸 Dacher shares how the loss of his younger brother inspired his exploration of awe, and reflects on what awe means to him personally. He opens up about the deep and meaningful relationship his mother fostered with his brother - something he later tried to emulate when raising his own children. Dasher also shares why emotions like compassion, gratitude, and awe are essential to our wellbeing, plus shares his top tips for bringing more awe into everyday life through nature, music, and human connection. 🌸 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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