The March of the Mummies

This episode is a compilation of voices and stories from speakers and participants at March of the Mummies in Newcastle, Saturday 29 October 2022. 

#marchofthemummies protests were taking place in London, Newcastle and other UK cities, organised by Pregnant then Screwed:  

https://pregnantthenscrewed.com/event-march-of-the-mummies/

Laura Broderick, host and producer of Mother of All Solutions, was part of the crowd and took the opportunity to record with union rep Mel Wilson, councillor Erin Parker-Leonard and MP Catherine McKinnell.

Also recorded for this episode is trustee of Pregnant then Screwed, Beth Hazon, and mums and dads on the march. Thank you to everyone for sharing - it was great to hear your reasons for attending #marchofthemummies and I hope the podcast captures some of the atmosphere and issues from the day.

Listeners - I would love to hear your thoughts so do get in touch via Insta or Twitter @SolutionsMother 

Music for the podcast is by Ros Fraser; the protest song featured within the episode was written and performed by Beccy Owens.

Chants by all marchers - including children!