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Drummer MamasNever Too Late to Drum: Dorothea Taylor’s Journey from School Marching Band to Viral SensationSend us a textDorothea Taylor started drumming in school—and never stopped. From playing while pregnant to going viral online in her 70s, she’s become an unexpected internet sensation and a role model for drummers of all ages. In this episode Dorothea shares practical advice on staying consistent with practice, handling trolls with grace, and using her platform to uplift and educate the drumming community. A must-listen for anyone picking up the sticks later in life or simply looking to stay motivated.Follow Dorothea:https://www.instagram.com/tayl...2025-06-0958 minDrummer MamasA spotlight on… answering your questionsSend us a textThis episode is purely based upon your questions to us, which covered a wide range of topics that include: maintaining creativitiy after becoming a mum, planning or managing finances during pregnancy as a freelance musician, diversifying your income after becoming a parent, dealing with trolls online, and much more.Thanks to those who messaged in with your fantastic questions! If you would like to ask us something for future episodes, get in touch!Follow us here:Instagram.com/drummermamasinstagram.com/Ciaradrumsinstagram.com/gemmadrums2025-06-0234 min
Confessional ChaosValley Showdowns and Summer House Season FinaleWe’re still in Santa Barbara with The Valley crew in Brit’s as the girls confront Nia about Danny’s drinking and her honesty. The next day, everyone rushes out, and we pick back up in the Valley for everyone's life updates: a walk with Michelle and Scheana Shay, therapy with Jesse, ring shopping with Luke and Danny, and a visit to Luke and Kristen’s new house. Ending with the girls attempt to resolve their fight with Nia, but Janet and Jasmine just can’t let it go.Next, we’re off to the Hamptons for the Summ...2025-05-231h 24Drummer MamasManifesting, homeschooling and keeping the faith – Cami Loops on living the life you wantSend us a textCami Loops has a huge online following, a constant flow of creative ideas, drum chops to die for, and she homeschools her 6-year-old son. How does she fit it all in? Cami tells us what her day-to-day routine looks like and shares her outlook on attracting the life that you want for yourself.Cami's album "I Choose Love" can be found here:Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/album/2OVXrtbHGcEURW92eISQY1?si=sjuNF4qBSYmszYTqBwNEKwApple Musichttps://music.apple.com/us/album/i-choose-love/15413667302025-05-1941 minDrummer MamasA Spotlight on…parenting advice booksSend us a textWhile Ciara is and always has been a self-help book fan, Gemma has a habit of buying parenting advice books and hoping their wisdom will reach her through osmosis without actually reading them.The Drummer Mamas discuss the parenting books that they have (and haven’t) read, what books provided the best advice during pregnancy, and whether we really need them or if we should just listen to and trust in our own intuition as parents.Trigger warning: Emetophobia sufferers, we talk about what we experienced during the birthing pr...2025-05-1228 minDrummer MamasBand-life balance: Jamiroquai’s Derrick McKenzie on the importance of maintaining good communication with your childrenSend us a textDerrick McKenzie joined Jamiroquai when his eldest child was a year old, meaning that he has a lot of experience and wisdom in dealing with band life and fatherhood. Luckily for us, he shares it with us in this episode! From keeping weekends for family to making phone calls with loose change from public telephones on tour, Derrick gives us an insight into how he juggled playing in a chart-topping band with family life, and what his career has uniquely provided for his three children.Derrick McKenzie:Instagram:Instagram...2025-05-0546 minDrummer MamasA spotlight on...IdentitySend us a textIn this episode we talk about being a drummer, being a mum, being...you. This week, we chat about how identity shifts through life, what being a 'female drummer' means to us, and why taking a break from drumming doesn't mean losing who you are.Follow us here:Instagram.com/drummermamasinstagram.com/Ciaradrumsinstagram.com/gemmadrums2025-04-2825 minDrummer MamasFatherhood, addiction and touring: Jamie Wollam’s honest experiences of making things rightSend us a textWe’re very pleased to welcome Jamie Wollam to the podcast – Jamie has beenplaying drums for Tears For Fears for the last 15 years, which is a time that has seena lot of change for him, both personally and as a parent.Jamie gives us a very frank and honest insight into dealing with alcohol addictionand the result that this has had on the relationships with his two children. He tells us how that has been for him as a busy touring drummer and how it was to t...2025-04-211h 13Drummer MamasDoing It Anyway: Jodi Anne Roberts on Drumming, Motherhood & Trying Hard ThingsSend us a textIn this episode, we sit down with Jodi Anne Roberts—drummer, mum, and former student—who shares her journey of picking up the sticks in her 20's and finding joy in the challenge. Jodi talks about juggling multiple roles, from family life to performing in local bands, and how drumming has become her space for growth, creativity, and courage. With no grand ambitions for fame, Jodi shows that fulfilment comes from simply showing up, pushing your limits, and giving it your all.Follow Jodi:https://www.instagram.com/jodianneroberts/2025-04-1441 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastNot So Smart NOW!!!🎙️ Gemma's Take Over… What Could Possibly Go Wrong?” 🎤😅 This week on Fill Ur Cuppa! Gemma’s stepping up as the main host while Una & Ciara sit back with their brews, watching it all unfold... 👀 Will it be chaos? Will it be comedy gold? Will she remember to hit record?! Who knows—but one thing’s for sure, we’re totally here for it. Grab your cuppa, settle in, and get ready for a takeover that’s equal parts wild and wonderful! ☕🔥🎧 Warning: spontaneous giggles and Gemma-isms ahead.2025-04-1339 minDrummer MamasGiving 110% - Mindy Abovitz Monk on making her ideas become realitySend us a textIf you need a pep talk then this is it! Mindy Abovitz Monk, the founder of all-womendrum publication TomTom Magazine, tells us about how it came to fruition and thepower of putting your ideas into action.Mindy is an expert in making things happen, and her knowledge and insistence oninclusion and diversity in the music industry left us buzzing after speaking with herhere!Trigger warning: we mention losing a child after birth in this episode...2025-04-0743 minDrummer MamasA spotlight on… ‘I’ve had e-f***ing-nough!’ (Netflix’s ‘Adolescence’, anti-social behaviour online & smartphone use)Send us a textThis isn’t an episode to listen to if you shy away from swearing! The Drummer Mamas give their take on the Netflix series that has got everyone talking, ’Adolescence’ (*spoiler alert*), and what it’s made us think about as parents.Anti-social behaviour online? Enough. Unwanted flirtatious behaviour on social media?We’re done with it. Sexually inappropriate comments on social media content? We’ve had e-f***ing-nough and we’re talking about it all in this episode.Trigger warning: ‘Adolescence’ contains traumatic themes and we talk about them.Fol...2025-03-3136 minDrummer MamasClosing the circle: Gareth Grover on the family and band life divideSend us a textGareth Grover has played on some of the world’s biggest stages and festivals with Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes, and his touring life with his previous band picked up around the same time that he became a first-time dad at the age of 24. Gareth tells us how this led to a deep divide between his work and family life, and how he was able to balance that out in later years. Offering lots of wisdom on parenting, imposter syndrome and even the topic of teens learning to drive, this episode is an honest in...2025-03-241h 16Drummer MamasA spotlight on…leaving it too lateSend us a textThis episode is especially for women who don’t feel comfortable broaching the topic in person: do you worry that you’ve left it too late to have children? Are you scared about taking time away from your job to have a baby? In this highly personal episode, Ciara and Gemma talk about the pressures that women face over starting a family, as well as personal experiences with endometriosis and fertility problems. Trigger warning: we talk about infertility in this episodeFollow us here:Instagram.com/drumme...2025-03-1023 min
DJ Tex on SoundCloudCelebrating Female Artistry on International Women's DayCelebrating female artistry
Title Artist
Rush (Instrumental) Ayra Starr
Oops!...I Did It Again Britney Spears
The Boy Is Mine Brandy & Monica
Gangsta Lovin' (feat. Alicia Keys) Eve
Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It) Beyoncé
Fly Girl Queen Latifah
Rush Ayra Starr
Back & Forth Aaliyah
Shackles (Praise You) Mary Mary
No Scrubs TLC
Let Me Blow Ya Mind (feat. Gwen Stefani & Stevie J.) Eve
Try Again Aaliyah
Abobi Patoranking
Best Friend (feat. Doja Cat) Saweetie
Nasty Janet Jackson
Players Coi Leray
Lighters Up Lil' Kim
Work It Missy Elliott
Jailer Aṣa
Rock Wit U (Awww Baby) Ashanti
Next to...2025-03-082h 08Drummer MamasGroundbreaking: Collette Williams on performing during pregnancy and her waters breaking on stage with BlossomsSend us a textCollette Williams initially joined Blossoms as a drum tech and is now part of the band, providing percussion, BV’s, guitar and keys as part of their festival line up. Collette gives us a frank insight into how she and the Blossoms team planned and coordinated performances during her pregnancy, what happened when her waters unexpectedly broke on stage, and the personal importance to Collette of being seen as a performer during her pregnancy. This episode is a must for anyone who wonders how live performance, tour life, pregnancy and motherhood can work in...2025-03-0359 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastTwenty 25🎙️✨ New year, new brews, same fabulous trio! ☕🎉 Ciara, Gemma, and Una are back from their mid-season break, and Fill Ur Cuppa! is officially kicking off 2025! 🎊 In this episode, they’re spilling the tea (and maybe a few biscuits) on what they’ve been up to, plus some exciting updates for Support 2gether and the podcast. So grab your favourite mug, get comfy, and let’s dive into a fresh year of laughter, support, and all the good stuff! 💙2025-02-2427 minDrummer MamasBack 2 Basics - Hannah J Welton on Prince and motherhoodSend us a textWelcome to Drummer Mamas, Hannah J Welton!Hannah was discovered by Prince at the age of just 22 years old; she wascatapulted into a whirlwind life as his drummer for 4 years before everythingdrastically changed from one moment to the next. Now a mum to 5 children, Hannahis finding her way back to drums with her new docu-lessons series ‘Back 2 Basics’and we can’t wait to hear more about it…Hannah J Welton:Back 2 Basics:https://www.hannahjwelton.com/Instagra...2025-02-241h 15Drummer MamasMasterchef, drums and pumping on the way to a gig. Lyndsay Evans is our guest.Send us a textToday we are speaking to the one and only Lyndsay Evans! Lyndsay is a drummer,percussionist, DJ and former Masterchef contestant (more about that in theepisode…). Lyndsay runs She Plays Drums, which takes her to events all over theworld.Pandemic lockdown babies, the most successful year of her career following thebirth of her eldest child, and how she balances parenting with jet-setting gigs: thisepisode has got it all.Trigger warning: we discuss miscarriage in this episodeFor...2025-02-1753 minDrummer MamasThe Catch Up EpisodeSend us a textIt has been five years since we recorded season 1 and two years since we recorded season 2... we thought you were owed a catch up!!!Camps, book, self identity and more...Christin Neddens Book:https://www.christinneddens.de/shop.html?p=prod_QuHHIVThRniflQFollow us here:instagram.com/drummermamasinstagram.com/Ciaradrumsinstagram.com/gemmadrums2025-02-1034 minDrummer MamasNavigating Parenthood and the Drums as a Trans WomanSend us a textIn this episode we talk to Mina Nielsen about her experience with parenting and drumming as a Trans woman. Mina opens up on her parenting journey, her relationship with drums and how her career has been unfolding.Mina is on Instagram @minaondrums, sharing through a private account but always welcomes new friends :)Follow us here:instagram.com/drummermamasinstagram.com/Ciaradrumsinstagram.com/gemmadrums2025-02-0350 minDrummer MamasBalancing beats, parenting, and Bluey with guest Bob Knight.Send us a textThe legend that is Bob Knight joins us today. Drummer for Cee-Lo Green, Nik Kershaw, The Pogues, Jason Derulo, Rumer, Alison Moyet, Nicole Scherzinger and James Taylor (yes that one!) Also MD and fixer to many.He shares his career from the perspective of becoming a father and navigating work and family duties along the way.2025-01-271h 01Drummer MamasMaking her mark in the West End; we speak to trailblazer Migdalia van der HovenSend us a textMigdalia van der Hoven is an international award winning Mexican-British drummer who is currently working in the UK's musical theatre, jazz and function scene. She is a mum of two and is such a trailblazer in how she goes about the world, showing what is possible and inspiring us along the way.2025-01-2051 minDrummer MamasKylie, Will Young and 2 kids! Tom Meadows is our guestSend us a textWe speak to the lovely human that is Tom Meadows! We speak about his career, how it changed with parenthood and with lockdown. He shares many insights on how you can make a career in music and parenting work for you and your family.2025-01-131h 09Drummer MamasWe're Back!!!Send us a textIt has been ages but Ciara Chinniah and Gemma Hill are back for another season of Drummer Mamas discussing all things parenthood and drumming.This Episode was recorded 2 years ago - as of 2024, GEWA music represents the brands; Gretsch, LP, Toca. Gibraltar, Paiste, Remo and GEWA Digital Drums.2025-01-0638 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastMerry Xmas Everybody🎄🎙️ Jingle those bells, folks, because... ITTTTTTTTTTTTT’S CHRISTMAS! 🎉✨ Join your festive faves, Ciara & Gemma, for a holly-jolly episode of Fill Ur Cuppa! as they unwrap a year of unforgettable highs, heartfelt moments, and everything in between for Support 2gether. From magical milestones to the challenges that made us stronger, they’re serving up a stocking full of reflections and plenty of Christmas cheer. 🎁 But wait—there’s more! Peek ahead to the sparkle and surprises of 2025 while getting ready for the Christmas season with all its cozy chaos. So grab your cuppa, pop on a Santa hat, and let’s sle...2024-12-1627 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastLets talk about sleep with Special Guest, Ciara Lappin, Sleep Nanny.With Una off enjoying a well-deserved holiday, this week, Ciara and Gemma are joined by the Sleep Nanny herself, Ciara Lappin! Get comfy, grab your cuppa, and join the chat as we dive into all things sleep—from bedtime routines to tips for healthy childhood sleep development. Whether you’re dealing with midnight wake-ups or just need a little reassurance, this episode is packed with advice and support for mums and dads trying to navigate the land of nod. Tune in for a restful, informative, and fun-filled chat!2024-12-0944 min
Film Ireland PodcastPresents: Mo O'Connell, Cathal Feeney & Tara Norris on Dublin International Comedy Film FestivalIn this Film Ireland podcast, we spotlight the Dublin International Comedy Film Festival, which is taking place 27-30 November 2024. First off, Gemma Creagh talks to Festival Director Mo O'Connell and Co-director Cathal Feeney about what we can look forward to. Followed by Mo talking to Tara Norris, whose comedy short Proposing to Ciara screens at the festival.
Dublin International Comedy Film Festival
Ireland’s funniest film festival returns 27-30 November 2024 for its 5th iteration and promises some much needed winter levity with a programme of films, industry Q&A’s, a live script comedy competition, networking events, live stand-up competition and a...2024-11-2446 minFilm Ireland PodcastPresents: Mo O'Connell, Cathal Feeney & Tara Norris on Dublin International Comedy Film FestivalIn this Film Ireland podcast, we spotlight the Dublin International Comedy Film Festival, which is taking place 27-30 November 2024. First off, Gemma Creagh talks to Festival Director Mo O'Connell and Co-director Cathal Feeney about what we can look forward to. Followed by Mo talking to Tara Norris, whose comedy short Proposing to Ciara screens at the festival.
Dublin International Comedy Film Festival
Ireland’s funniest film festival returns 27-30 November 2024 for its 5th iteration and promises some much needed winter levity with a programme of films, industry Q&A’s, a live script comedy competition, networking events, live stand-up competition and a...2024-11-2446 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastThe Importance of ReflectionIn this episode, Gemma, Una, and Ciara from Support 2gether explore the transformative role of self-reflection in managing life’s challenges. Join them as they explore how it can positively impact every area of life—personal relationships, family dynamics, professional growth, mental health, and emotional well-being.2024-11-1134 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastWe're Back & We've Got StoriesWelcome back to "Fill Ur Cuppa"! Ciara, Gemma, and Una are excited to kick off Season Three of the Support 2gether Podcast. In this episode, they’ll be sharing all the incredible happenings from their summer that are set to make a real difference for the charity. Settle down with your cuppa and join in on the fun and catch up with the latest!2024-11-0437 min
Film Ireland PodcastPresents: Maurice O'Carroll, Writer/Director of 'Swing Bout'In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Maurice O'Carroll, Writer/Director of Swing Bout.
Swing Bout is an intense crime/thriller set backstage at a major boxing event, tracing Tony Gale's (Ciara Berkeley, The Deceived, Normal People ) tumultuous journey from the dressing room to her ring walk in a night of deceit, betrayal, and life-altering decisions.
Toni, like most boxers at the beginning of their fight career, has dreams of being a world champion ,but, here on fight night, amid the bright lights and the chance to box in front of a huge TV audience on a major f...2024-09-2043 minFilm Ireland PodcastPresents: Maurice O'Carroll, Writer/Director of 'Swing Bout'In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Maurice O'Carroll, Writer/Director of Swing Bout.
Swing Bout is an intense crime/thriller set backstage at a major boxing event, tracing Tony Gale's (Ciara Berkeley, The Deceived, Normal People ) tumultuous journey from the dressing room to her ring walk in a night of deceit, betrayal, and life-altering decisions.
Toni, like most boxers at the beginning of their fight career, has dreams of being a world champion ,but, here on fight night, amid the bright lights and the chance to box in front of a huge TV audience on a major f...2024-09-2043 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastThe FinaleJoin Ciara, Gemma & Una from Support 2gether in this final episode of Season 2, Gemma shares her personal IVF journey and the girls reminisce about all the guests, topics and challenges of this Season.Never worry, this isn't a final finish, we're just taking a summer break we'll be back in September for Season 3.2024-06-0345 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastThe Rainbow of EmotionThis week Gemma returns and she's brought the sun with her. Una Ciara & Wee Gem Gem have been taking in the bright days, inspiring them to discuss the Rainbow of Emotion which is life in the 'hood'.2024-04-2947 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastLIVE @ The S2 Hub - Part 3Join Ciara, Gemma & Una from Support 2gether in this, Part 3 of their very first LIVE episode of 'Fill Ur Cuppa', recorded in front of invited friends in the S2 Hub in Community House, Omagh.2024-03-2531 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastLIVE @ The S2 Hub - Part 2Join Ciara, Gemma & Una from Support 2gether in this, Part 2, of their very first LIVE episode of 'Fill Ur Cuppa', recorded in front of invited friends in the S2 Hub in Community House, Omagh.2024-03-1831 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastLIVE @ The S2 Hub - Part 1Join Ciara, Gemma & Una from Support 2gether in this, their very first LIVE episode of 'Fill Ur Cuppa', recorded in front of invited friends in the S2 Hub in Community House, Omagh.2024-03-1154 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastEpisode 8: ITThis week Gemma, Una and Ciara turn their attention to IT, otherwise known as 'The Bitch', the character Support 2gether created many moons ago. Designed for mums so they could identify with 'The Illness' but help them realise that they are not their illness, and encapsulated in our resource 'The Tale of PMD'.2024-03-0432 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastThe MaskWhat's behind the mask we create, that we present to the world? Ciara, Gemma & Una from Support 2gether chat about why we put that mask on, as they continue their ongoing mission to provide education and support for families living with antenatal, and postnatal depression & anxiety.Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OlmXfLg8qqE2024-02-2639 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastSELFThis week Gemma, Una and Ciara turn their attention to Self and finding a new version of yourself when you enter parenthood. Self can sometimes be lost when you become a parent, children can be a big change for your personality and temperament. This life change can make you feel like a different person.Stresser Warning: This episode covers issues some mothers which some may find stressful.2024-02-0529 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastIntrusive ThoughtsThis week the ladies discuss Intrusive Thoughts, unexpected images, or thoughts that seem to pop into your head. They’re often strange or distressing. But these thoughts happen to almost everyone from time to time. Ciara, Una, and Gemma share their own experiences and chat about why intrusive thoughts happen and how you can manage them.Stresser Warning: This episode covers Intrusive Thoughts in Mothers which some may find stressfulWatch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JJG8QYqxZcM?si=IVzniqY3P1J0tAyeLifeline is Northern Ireland’s crisis response helpline2024-01-2937 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastSpecial Guest: Mandy Chism, from Resilio, Inspiring HopeThis week Ciara & Gemma are joined by a very special guest and friend of Support 2gether Mandy Chism, a master trainer from Resilio.Mandy discusses her journey from tragedy, to finding Resilio, and with them, spreading a message of hope and teaching resilience to individuals, families, and schools. Stresser Warning: This episode covers suicide, loss, and hope.2024-01-2227 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastHOPEWelcome back to Ciara, Gemma & Una as they return for Season Two of 'Fill Ur Cuppa', the Support 2gether Podcast. In this episode, they discuss 'Hope' and explain their mission to "Help me to understand, so I can be understood" providing education and support for families living with antenatal, and postnatal depression & anxiety.2024-01-1542 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastSilly SeasonIt's starting to look a lot like Christmas... Join Ciara, Gemma & Una from Support 2gether as they discuss the highs, lows, expectations, and realities in what can rightly be described as 'Silly Season', 2023-11-2725 min
Fill Ur Cuppa: The Support 2gether PodcastPlanting a SeedYou plant a seed in order to grow. Ciara, Gemma & Una from Support 2gether ponder what forms those seeds can take in their ongoing mission to provide education and support for families living with antenatal, and postnatal depression & anxiety.2023-11-1327 min