{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"How's Your Ma Podcast","title":"How's Your Ma: Episode 1 ","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1609,"description":"In this very first episode of How’s Your Ma?, hosts Leanne and Orla introduce the heart behind the podcast — real, honest conversations about female relationships in all their forms.From mothers and daughters to friendships, loss, growth, and everything in between, they explore what it really means when someone asks, “How’s your ma?” — a simple question that can carry very different meanings depending on your story.Leanne and Orla  share their own experiences of motherhood, friendship, grief, and personal growth, while opening the door for others to share their stories too — even anonymously. This is a space for honesty, empowerment, and connection, where no story is too complicated and no voice goes unheard.Whether your relationships are strong, strained, or somewhere in between — this podcast is for you.⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – 01:15 Introduction to Leanne & Orla and the idea behind How’s Your Ma?01:15 – 02:02 The meaning behind the question “How’s your ma?” and why it can be complex02:02 – 03:08 Different experiences of motherhood — loss, absence, and strong bonds03:08 – 04:19 Creating a safe space for open, honest conversations04:19 – 05:27 Anonymous storytelling and why sharing can feel safer05:27 – 06:42 Empowering women and navigating today’s social pressures06:42 – 08:16 Kindness, parenting, and raising the next generation08:16 – 09:27 Life changes, growth, and finding stability in your 40s09:27 – 10:21 Doing something for yourself and the joy of hearing people’s stories10:21 – 11:44 Curiosity vs “being nosy” — the power of listening with care11:44 – 12:48 Authenticity, honesty, and empowering others to grow12:48 – 13:55 Self-worth, confidence, and not shrinking yourself13:55 – 15:01 Making friends as adults & how Leanne and Oral met15:01 – 16:22 Choosing friendship and building meaningful connections16:22 – 17:31 Positivity, daily check-ins, and supporting each other17:31 – 18:37 Personal growth and changing your mindset over time18:37 – 20:02 Finding your...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/FUVDSkfVPC0QV4Qius2XwJXiLtOKT4vb9TebidaGyrI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9mZGQ1/YmQ5MjYyMGQwMjhi/YTM0MTRiNDY1OTY1/MDIxMi5qcGVn.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}