S3 E12 Olga Thompson (AKA Big Fat Greek Mother) on bullying, break down and finding herself again

In this episode we chat to Olga Thompson, AKA the award-winning comedian, screenwriter and podcaster Big Fat Greek Mother. Olga takes us through some of her most significant and painful life experiences. From arriving in the country as a little girl who spoke no English, the scarring bullying she endured at school, to the brutal reality of post natal depression after all her births. Culminating in the moment she re-found her funny bone, and began the journey of rediscovering herself. If you already feel like you're having a chat with your ride or dies when you listen to the Women Are Mad podcast, this week's episode will take the experience to a new level. This episode will make you laugh, cry and feel as if you're riding a bus into town to buy earrings with your BFFs. Bring 50p. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices