Lessons From Our Mothers

🌸 Cressida and Isabella are joined by Glenna Hecht, HR entrepreneur and author of the book How Old Are You Today?.

🌸 Glenna reflects on what she calls ‘a dementia love story’ with her mother - recounting the closeness they shared during childhood, to the strain that developed over time, and finally, life after her mother’s dementia diagnosis. She talks about the day responsibility came knocking at her door - the day her mother went missing - and how she went from having to take care of her mother to loving it. We hear about the remarkable game Glenna came up with which opened up the door to her mother’s memories. Plus, she shares with us the five lessons her mother lived by.

🌸 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.

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🌸 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.

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🌸 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.

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🌸 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.

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🌸 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.

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🌸 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.

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🌸 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.

Pick up Michael's new book Down Burrow Lane. A Limited First Edition is available exclusively online at: https://morpurgo1976.com

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🌸 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.

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🌸 Cressida and Isabella are joined by Dr Louise Newson, Leading Hormone expert, menopause specialist and best selling 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 hormone treatment. She also highlights the hormone realted symptoms women should never ignore and the link between our changing hormones and our mental health.

🌸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.

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🌸 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. 

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