<p>In episode #6 we explore the far-reaching consequences of losing family members to tragedy. With the unexpected death of Milly’s mother, Doris, Milly is forced to grow up quickly and naturally takes on many extra responsibilities. The death of her cousin, Buddy, is an enduring mystery and the end of the war brings about muted celebrations.</p>

In episode #6 we explore the far-reaching consequences of losing family members to tragedy. With the unexpected death of Milly’s mother, Doris, Milly is forced to grow up quickly and naturally takes on many extra responsibilities. The death of her cousin, Buddy, is an enduring mystery and the end of the war brings about muted celebrations.

S1 Ep6: Doris and Buddy

Mondays with Milly is a podcast about the past as told by someone who was there. 
Through a series of interviews, "Milly" - AKA Doreen from Manchester - talks about her life from the Great Depression era and World War 2 to the present day. Now in her nineties, Milly is a natural story-teller with a razor-sharp memory. Her recount of a life spanning some of history's defining moments provides a unique insight into how people lived, coped, survived and endured times of great adversity. 
Recorded during the Covid19 era, these online interviews have relevance during uncertain times.

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Mondays with Milly is a podcast about the past as told by someone who was there. Through a series of interviews, "Milly" - AKA Doreen from Manchester - talks about her life from the Great Depression era and World War 2 to the present day. Now in her nineties, Milly is a natural story-teller with a razor-sharp memory. Her recount of a life spanning some of history's defining moments provides a unique insight into how people lived, coped, survived and endured times of great adversity. Recorded during the Covid19 era, these online interviews have relevance during uncertain times.

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