Donna Ludford

Extraordinary midlife stories: from care to Lord Mayor

October 9, 2022

Donna Ludford, the Lord Mayor of Manchester, has refused to let growing up in care, surviving neglect, abuse and parental rejection define her. Instead she’s broken the cycle to create a successful career and happy family life. She shares her remarkable story and life lessons with Lorraine and Trish. Plus: Fix your finances - money tips from the experts

Latest Episodes

The best budget-friendly Christmas food, booze, gifts & family games

December 8, 2024

Trish & Lorraine get the inside track on how to make Xmas go with a bang (and not go mad in the process). The duo are joined by Jane Bruton, the new Editor in Chief of Good Housekeeping, who shares the magazine’s expert know how on all the big and small details, from decor trends, best affordable presents and who really has the best mince pies.

Smart tips on managing & spending your midlife money

December 1, 2024

Financial Times Consumer Editor Claer Barrett answers all the key questions about managing money in this post-budget, cost-of-living era. Find out how a financial rethink could be a game changer, what to consider if you’re reevaluating your career, the money mistakes too many couples make and her personal daily habits to manage and make the best of her own money.

Liz Earle’s healthy ageing masterplan & how she got back in the dating game

November 17, 2024

Wellness guru Liz Earle explains why she’s feeling fitter, healthier, happier, smarter and sexier aged 61 than ever before. She reveals the steps we can all take to roll back the years and enjoy an energetic new chapter, which for Liz includes a relationship with a much younger man. Find out how she navigated the world of online dating post divorce and why 8 is now her lucky number.