The Sisterhood of MummyImperfect Podcast

S2, Ep 54: Namaste Wahala

In this episode I speak to Hamisha Daryani Ahuja the director of 'Namaste Wahala', a film that brings together Bollywood and Nollywood in a cross cultural love story.

We talk about her inspiration for the film, her love for Lagos, the similarities between South Asian and African cultures and why I'm so excited to see an Africa and Indian couple on screen! 

S2, Ep 53: The Farmers Protest and 'Toxification'

For the last two months thousands of farmers have been protesting at Delhi's borders against 3 farm bills passed by the Indian government. This has turned into one of the largest protests in history.

In this episode I delve deeper into the farmers protest with my guest, filmmaker and photographer Rehmat Rayatt. She talks about her film 'Toxification', a documentary which gives an insight into the price paid by farmers for the food on our plate.

We talk about what is driving farmers to high rates of suicide, what happens to the women left behind who have to raise children and make a living, and how and why we should support this protest.

S2, Ep 52: My Big Blended Family

With one in three couples getting divorced and many of them remarrying, blended families are becoming increasingly common. 

In this episode I speak to Parminder Kaur who is part of a Sikh blended family. Parm, a divorcee, and her partner Raj, a widower, have three kids each.

We discuss the impact their relationship had on the children, dealing with extended family and the importance of talking to her step-kids about their mum.

S2, Ep 51: Breaking Down Therapy

In this episode I'm joined by writer, content producer and mental health advocate, Kim and we talk therapy.

Kim breaks down the myths surrounding counselling and therapy and explains why it's not just for rich white people in Hollywood....a view that many still have!

We also discuss journalling, meditation, being a proud South Asian feminist, and whether it's possible to be both!

 

 

S2, Ep 50: Heartbreak and Literature

In this episode I discuss love, loss, and literature with journalist and writer, Priya Mulji.

If like me you hardly ever pick up a book these days but would love to stop mindlessly scrolling through your phone and get lost in a story (and not an insta story!) again, then Priya shares her top book recommendations and tips for how to read more.

We also talk about her recent blog post "38 and past my sell by date" and how she dealt with heartbreak during lockdown.

And since she's also been described as "the Asian Carrie Bradshaw" and is a self-confessed SATC fan, it was only right that we discussed the the forthcoming return of the iconic show!

S2, Ep 49: Friendship, Love, And CCPs

My guests this episode are Raj and Hardeep, the hosts of a fresh new podcast called Thank You, Next.

We discuss what lessons we learnt from Lockdown 1 and what we're doing differently in Lockdown 3. 

And we explore the world of female friendships - which of us was a dork and which was a CCP, and who was a dork masquerading as a CCP? - and our expectations of love.

Get in touch to let me know your thoughts at mummyimperfect@gmail.com

S2, Ep 48: Self Care and Success in 2021

New year, new.....arrghhh, what's the point?!

The phrase "New year,, new me" hasn't really got the same ring to it this January. "Same shit, different day" probably feels more real right now.

But instead of writing 2021 off, there are ways to cultivate a positive mindset and set achievable goals. Maybe the career change you always wanted isn't out of the question, and maybe this will be the year you make meaningful lifestyle changes. My guest Sunita Harley, a careers and well being coach, shares her top tips.

S2, Ep 47: Finding Reasons To Be Thankful in 2020

It's the last episode of the year!

How many of us are glad that 2020 is nearly over?

It's been a year of struggles, challenges, set backs and sadness. But through all of that there are still reasons to smile and be thankful and my guests Rummy and Kirat help me find them!

We discuss the highs and lows of the year, our heroes of 2020, what we are grateful for, and our plans for Christmas.

 

S2, Ep 47: How To Write A Killer Novel

It's a well known fact that women are pretty good at being multi-talented multi-taskers. In this episode I speak to one of these badass boss ladies!

Nadine Matheson successfully balances a career as a Solicitor, teaching law, and writing. She shares her tips on how to write a novel, the challenges of self-publishing her first book 'The Sisters' and how her work in criminal law inspired her to write her debut crime novel 'The Jigsaw Man'.

 

S2, Ep 45: The Perfect Size Family

Many of us had, or still have, a preconceived and totally naive idea of the number of children we would like, some even go as far as thinking about how many of each gender they would like. There are countless studies on this too.....how many children makes the "perfect size family"?

Does an only child necessarily mean a lonely child? How do you stay in control when you're outnumbered by your kids? And should you have more children if you can't afford to spend time and money on them?

In this episode I speak to mum of one Jyoti and mum of six Skye and find out just what is the "perfect size family".