David Baddiel's latest book is all about his family and much of the narrative concerns his Mumbelievable mother. You possibly won't believe some of the stories about her but they're true. Sonia shares mum stories with David - two women who were in some ways similar but in reality poles apart. This is a must listen!

In this episode of Mumbelievable, host Sonia Beldom talks with comedian, author, and television presenter David Baddiel about his new book "My Family: The Memoir" They dive into the quirky and often embarrassing antics of their mothers, sharing stories that are both hilarious and poignant.

David recounts his mother's obsession with golf memorabilia and her affair with a collector, revealing the complexity of her character and the unusual upbringing he experienced. They also discuss the challenges and joys of having eccentric, transgressive mothers and how these relationships shaped their lives.

Sonia and David celebrate the vivid, flawed, and ultimately lovable personalities of their mums, weaving humour and heartfelt moments into their conversation.

00:00 Introduction to Mumbelievable podcast

00:27 Meet David Baddiel: A Comedian's Tale

01:44 Embarrassing Mum Stories

02:07 The Truth About Family Dynamics

07:20 The Golf Obsession and David White

10:31 A Mother's Fantasies and Realities

14:27 The Impact of Trauma and War

22:20 Reflections on a Flawed but Beloved Mother

22:40 The Complexity of Maternal Love

23:32 A Mother's Eccentricities and Love

24:25 The Impact of a Mother's Actions

25:11 Family Dynamics and Mental Health

27:38 Parental Neglect and Personal Growth

31:15 Humour as a Coping Mechanism

33:49 Exploring Maternal Sexuality

37:55 The Blurred Lines of Truth and Fiction

44:38 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections

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