Dear Daughter
BBC World ServiceExtraordinary letters written from parents to their children with Namulanta Kombo. Sharing amazing real-life experiences, parenting advice, family stories and life lessons.
Dear Daughter is an award-winning podcast from the BBC World Service about love, life, family, and raising children. It is the brainchild of Namulanta Kombo, a mother on a quest to create a ‘handbook to life’ for her daughter,... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 87 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CulturePersonal Journals | |||
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What shapes a father’s determination to educate his daughters?
In South Sudan, Marco tells Namulanta Kombo why making sure his four daughters go to school matters so deeply to him, carrying forward a value passed down by his own mother, who even so... more
Fleur lives in Singapore. She tells Namulanta Kombo about adopting her daughter after years of fertility treatment, and the moment her life changed with just 24 hours’ notice. Now, the family celebrate her adoption day each year.
To find out more ab... more
From Jakarta, Indonesia, Yasmina writes a ‘Dear Son’ letter to her teenage son about growing up in a changing world.
Yasmina set up a grassroots climate project for families after becoming increasingly worried about the impact of environmental chan... more
Skiers Sarah and Lasse made history as the first mother and son duo to compete at the same Winter Olympic Games, representing the Mexican team together.
For Sarah, it was never just about medals. In this ‘Dear Son’ episode, she tells Namulanta Kombo... more
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I love this podcast but the ads are very badly placed. They cut through mid-sentence, which is very annoying. Please do better.
Apple Podcasts4DyaRae
United States3 months ago - So needed
Your show is so needed now & thank you ❤️
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Canada3 months ago - Episode almost made me cry
Honestly, I want to have these conversations with mum too and I want to do same for my daughters and my nieces. This is a great podcast that encourages us to just love our kids and not be scared to show them. Thank you
Apple Podcasts5narabs1United States7 months ago - Wholesome
I’m binge listening to this podcast from the start and I love it! Each person who writes in has their own story to tell, even the sad stories are uplifting and positive in some way. A brilliant, original theme for a podcast.
Apple Podcasts5Mempm
United Kingdoma year ago - Must-hear for anyone with kids, especially daughters
As a dad to twin daughters, I listen to this regularly and find it a space where I can hear people whose lives, joys and anxieties are similar to mine. Being a dad is a such a complex thing. I hope to write such letters to my daughters someday.
Apple Podcasts5kartikv
India2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #195 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
Apple Podcasts | #32 |  Indonesia/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
Apple Podcasts | #72 |  Ukraine/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
Apple Podcasts | #89 |  Ireland/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
Apple Podcasts | #123 |  Chile/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
Apple Podcasts | #139 |  Colombia/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dear Daughter
What is Dear Daughter about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The show curates intimate letters from parents and caregivers to their children, pairing moving storytelling with practical life lessons across a global tapestry of families. Episodes frequently explore parenting, identity, loss, trauma, and resilience, often anchored by a personal letter that reframes family dynamics, culture, and everyday challenges. Noteworthy is the global scope and the way letters illuminate universal themes—love, responsibility, growth—while also spotlighting diverse experiences from donor conception to fostering, adoption, and trauma recovery. Listeners can expect heartfelt narratives, thoughtful advice, and a sense of connection among families navigating major life moments and cultural expectations.
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Recent guests on Dear Daughter include:
1. Abinah Owuswa Malaka Grant
2. Firyal Magdi
3. Ellidy Pullin
4. Vandana Shah
5. Rahab Nyawera
6. Seba (Mama Seebz)
7. Audrey Akande
8. Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant
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