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We talk about how Oupkar, in the footsteps of other women before her,  picked her mother to take the traditional role of the father during her  Palla ceremony. We talk about what went behind the decision, family  reaction, Oupkar’s relationship with her mother, growing up in a  single-parent household Oupkar’s advice to others and a whole lot more.

00:00 - What is the Palla ceremony?
02:35 - Finding out about Oupkar's mother
03:38 - What role did your mother play during your Palla ceremony?
03:59 - What was the reaction from your family and wider community like?
05:04 - Was askign your mum to do the Palla ceremony a way of saying thank you?
05:55 - What was your upbringing like?
09:56 - How did your change your mums mind and did she have any concerns?  
13:14 - What would your advice be to those thinking of doing something similar?  
17:09 - Conclusion