Jewish Mother Me

We speak to barrister and powerhouse international lawyer Natasha Hausdorff about the family influences and personal experiences that have shaped her extraordinary career, and her warrior role in standing up for what is right.

Acclaimed TV and film producer Leo Pearlman, whose company brought us Gavin & Stacey, Harry Styles. One Night In Manchester, and more, chats with us about his life, Jewish background, beloved mother, stellar career and how he was never going to be an accountant!

After nine years together and a big wedding, Eve Simmon’s future as a traditional Jewish wife and mother seemed secure. Just six months later, that dream collapsed when her husband blindsided her by demanding a divorce. With raw honesty, Eve reflects on the shock of such sudden rejection and the painful but determined climb back from the brink.

When Abigail’s non-verbal son, Asaf, was diagnosed with severe autism, she assumed his inner world was limited, at best, to a childlike understanding. Recently, however, through a typing technique, Asaf has found a way to communicate, revealing to his mother an astonishingly rich and nuanced comprehension of the world. Abigail shares how this discovery has reshaped her relationship with her son, b...

When mother-of-four Anna Prais lost her husband of 30 years, the boy she fell for at 17, she couldn’t imagine loving anyone else. Then she met Shaul, a father of five. Now happily married she feels as if Shaul was sent by her late husband. Anna’s story is a testament to hope, showing that second beginnings can sit beside first love in one big heart.

B Positive - This was the blood type of Ori Goldberg - a wonderful, spirited four-year-old boy who lost his battle with pulmonary hypertension, and one that perfectly reflected his family’s outlook on life. We speak to his devoted mother, Jess, who opens up about her son’s courageous fight for life, the miracles that kept him alive against all odds, and the heartbreaking wait for a transplant. Tho...

As Rosh Hashana approaches, we three podcasters reflect on the past 12 months of the Jewish calendar, sharing personal highs and lows, and our hopes for, and thoughts about, the year ahead.

We sit down for a warm chat with Josh Glancy, columnist and Associate Editor of The Sunday Times, about life in one of British journalism’s top jobs - and the innumerable Jewish mothers and grandmothers who have shaped his world. We lost count…

Though not Jewish herself, Daily Telegraph Associate Editor Camilla Tominey reflects on the profound influence of her Jewish stepmother, Bern. After losing her own mother at just 23, Camilla was mothered for far longer by the woman who became her father’s second wife. With warmth and candour, she shares the story of her extraordinary 'Jewish mum'.

After navigating divorce and the realities of single motherhood, Chana Brown never expected to meet her soulmate - let alone across a long-distance relationship. But, just as he proposed, her cancer turned everything upside down. With warmth, candour and remarkable resilience, Chana reflects on her journey - as a mother, a daughter - and, yes, a wife (hurray!)

Join us for a cosy and uplifting chat with Jeff Wayne, legendary composer of War Of The Worlds, not just about music but about his Jewish roots, the influence of Jewish mothers (and fathers) and the wonderful warmth of his wife and family.

Mothers-in-law have long been the butt of jokes. It can be a tricky relationship - as Victoria Beckham has discovered. But it doesn’t have to be. In fact, it can be quite the opposite … as we discuss

When Daniella Lerner gave birth to quintuplets, only one, her daughter, Jodie, survived. In a deeply moving interview Daniella speaks candidly about her experiences of motherhood and how she learnt to adopt the philosophy of 'it’s enough' in order to move on from bad times and look to the future.

Model, film producer and entrepreneur, Caprice Bourret opens up about her Jewish faith, her 'miraculous' babies  and why a nice Jewish girl is now making Christmas movies!  All life is wrapped up in Cap`s warm, witty and wise views. Prepare to be comforted and uplifted.. And watch out for Caprice`s next film,  'A Scottish Christmas Secret'

Bobby Seagull is a teacher, writer and broadcaster. Yet, for this maths genius, what is yet to add up is finding THE ONE. A former star of the Netflix series 'Indian Matchmaking' , Bobby talks to us about turning to Jewish mothers for romantic advice.

Writer, broadcaster, Holocaust educator and television personality Rob 'Judge' Rinder MBE reflects on the love, guidance and influence he has enjoyed from the Jewish women in his family - not least his extraordinary mum, Angela Cohen.

When our colleague Noemie lost her beloved 'Mama', a Holocaust survivor, her grief was compounded by the knowledge that the world had also lost another witness to the horrors of the Nazis. In a deeply moving interview Noemie shares how she balances personal bereavement with the responsibility of ensuring the world never forgets the suffering of her mother and the dangers of antisemitic hat...

Our podcasters talk about being Jewish during the festive season, why they still love Christmas and what it means to celebrate Chanuka at the same time

When Mandy Barash was diagnosed with incurable ovarian cancer she, and her husband Russell, vowed to keep the illness a secret and make every moment count. Following the untimely passing of this extraordinary woma, Russ has had to experience family milestones without her including the marriage of their only daughter and becoming a first time grandparent . So is he now both mother and father? With...

We podcasters reflect on the Jewish New Year - its honey drenched tastes, timeless traditions and the chance to forgive and be forgiven.

Journalist and Christian priest Giles Fraser has a Jewish wife, and their children are being raised in both traditions. Giles shares with us the blessings of this blended life

It’s people not wrinkles who can make us feel older. Some Jewish Mother Me tips on how to avoid this!

Irene Estry is the UK’s oldest fitness instructor. Still stretching and bending at 82 , Irene has refused to fold in the face of tough personal challenges and shows no sign of slowing down.

We discuss the marathon preparation for the festival of Pesach (Passover) - the food, the cleaning, the exhaustion and, eventually, the exhilaration!

At a time of turmoil, prejudice and intolerance, we wonder why there`s so much hate when it`s so much easier to love?