Race, neighbours and starting a new life at 40 – what happens when you no longer feel welcome in your home town? Mary had lived in Florida ever since her university days. It’s where she fell in love, met her Taiwanese husband, and had two children. With hopes of her children growing up and going to college in Florida, Mary thought she’d live there …

Dating is nerve-racking for anyone, let alone a teenage girl who is thinking about it for the first time. Wen in Hong Kong tells Namulanta about the dating advice she wants to give her daughter – hug every day, dress in a way that pleases you and fart whenever and wherever. But at the same time, she feels a bit like Grandma telling Little Red Ridin…

Comedian Janine Harouni was performing standup at 40 weeks pregnant, but now the baby’s here, there's a whole new set of challenges. She tells Namulanta why it’s so important to talk about the gross and difficult parts of pregnancy and newborn parenting – and the surprise family DNA test which changed her perspective on motherhood. Letter writer: J…

Body image and unattainable beauty standards – Anna spent half her life dealing with an eating disorder until she was finally diagnosed and treated. Now that she is working on getting better, she is able to appreciate the joys in life again, and has regained the spark she felt she had lost. She writes a letter to her future daughter about how to av…

Namulanta’s father Musikari Kombo is a politician – he’s an anti-corruption campaigner in Kenya, and before that he was a successful businessman. But what that meant for his children was that when they were growing up, he wasn’t around much, because he was so busy. Now he comes into the studio to read Namulanta a letter about family values, the imp…

Juggling your responsibilities to your work and your children – it’s the eternal battle for working parents. Solene in London tells Namulanta about mum guilt, sticky doors, and the moment at the school gates that made her realise she’d got her priorities wrong. Letter writer: Solene Please send Namulanta your letter. Email us at deardaughter@bbc.co…

Nadiya Hussain, TV chef and winner of The Great British Bake Off, writes a letter to her 13-year-old daughter about how to make space for herself wherever she goes. When Nadiya was a teenager she had big ambitions – but it felt like the world around her kept trying to hold her back. She tells her daughter to keep her elbows out and not let anyone s…

We’re back! Join us weekly from March 1 for the third season of the award-winning BBC World Service podcast Dear Daughter. Namulanta Kombo is putting together a “handbook to life” for her daughter with letters of advice to help her navigate the world ahead, and she needs your help. This season, Namulanta will talk to letter writers from Hong Kong t…

Other people’s children. The mothers who leave their own families behind to care for someone else’s. This special episode, from The Documentary, is hosted by Dear Daughter’s Namulanta Kombo. She speaks to women from around the world who are in the so-called “global care chain”. The Documentary, from the BBC World Service, is the home of original st…

Join Brad and Micah on Dense Pixels for a candid discussion about the latest developments in the gaming industry. They explore the recent layoffs at Epic Games, including the departure of Steam Spy creator Sergiy Galyonkin, and the reported halt in development for The Last of Us Factions. The hosts dissect the resumption of the FTC's case against M…

Tune in to the latest episode of Dense Pixels, featuring Brad and Micah, as they share their final thoughts on Starfield after completing the game and exploring the possibilities with the new game plus mode. Micah also provides his impressions of Mortal Kombat 1. The hosts delve into the controversy surrounding Unity Engine's runtime fees and insta…

Join Brad and Carrie on another episode of Dense Pixels as they dive into the latest gaming news, industry developments, and game announcements. In this episode, they discuss the controversy surrounding Unity's new install charge and how indie developers are reacting to it. They also explore Unity's response to the backlash, including the possibili…

Welcome to another exciting episode of Dense Pixels, where Brad, Carrie, and Micah share their gaming adventures and insights. Micah dives into his initial experiences with Baldur's Gate 3, offering a glimpse into the captivating world of this CRPG. Carrie celebrates her journey through Tears of the Kingdom, discussing her "finished" experience wit…

Join Brad and Micah on another episode of Dense Pixels as they explore the latest gaming news, trends, and hot topics. They dive into the details of the newly announced PlayStation Portal handheld, discussing its features, price, and potential impact on the gaming market. The team also tackles the recent PlayStation Plus price increase and its impl…

Join Brad, Carrie, and Micah on the Dense Pixels podcast for a dynamic episode where they discuss gaming experiences, industry news, and even offer relationship insights. Carrie shares her experiences playing Baldur's Gate 3, while Brad embraces the questionable practice of save scumming. They delve into the ongoing developments in the gaming indus…

Welcome to another engaging episode of Dense Pixels, where Brad and Micah delve into the latest gaming experiences, events, and discussions. Brad shares his impressions of Baldur's Gate 3, highlighting its remarkable replication of a tabletop RPG experience and drawing parallels to Breath of the Wild in how much freedom the game allows the player. …

Join Brad and Micah on Dense Pixels, where they discuss the latest gaming news, share insights, and engage in fun challenges. In this episode, they explore the recent updates on Overwatch 2, including its availability on Steam and Blizzard's World of Warcraft changes. They also touch upon the unfortunate news about CD Projekt Red's third round of l…

Welcome to Dense Pixels, a gaming podcast featuring Brad and Micah, where they discuss the latest gaming news, share their impressions, and explore thought-provoking topics. In this episode, they delve into the recent Microsoft-Activision injunction decision and the binding agreement between Microsoft and PlayStation to keep Call of Duty on PlaySta…

Welcome to the Dense Pixels podcast, where Brad and Micah share their gaming experiences, impressions, and thoughts on the latest news and trends. In this episode, Brad discusses his impressions of Motorsport Manager and his cemented love for unlicensed sports simulations. The duo then dives into a comprehensive review of Diablo IV's campaign, acco…

Welcome to another exciting episode of Dense Pixels, featuring Brad, Carrie, and Micah as they delve into the latest gaming news and share their impressions. Micah kicks things off by giving his impressions of Final Fantasy XVI, raising the question of whether the game is relying too much on its name recognition. Carrie joins the discussion with he…

Disastrous dates and how to make a relationship last. It's our second live show in Nairobi, Kenya. We hear a tale of a truly disastrous date and find out about the tough dating scene in Nairobi. Plus, advice on how to make a relationship last, while holding on to your own identity.Letter writers: Stand-up comedian Maina Murumba and public commentat…

Join Brad, Carrie, Terrence, and Micah on the Dense Pixels podcast as they dive into the highlights of Summer Game Fest 2023, discussing the biggest games that caught their interest. They share their impressions of the highly anticipated Starfield, acknowledging its impressive visuals while pondering whether it will deliver a satisfying overall exp…

How to approach dating. Tips and laughs, as we explore relationships and the highs and lows of dating, in our first ever live show. Hear from our guests and audience in Nairobi, Kenya. Our letter writers tell their daughters that they need to set boundaries, have mutual respect and not to settle for less than they deserve.Letter writers: Tatiana Ka…

Welcome to Dense Pixels, a gaming podcast where Brad and Micah share their impressions and insights into the latest gaming releases. In this episode, we dive deep into the highly anticipated Street Fighter 6, discussing its gameplay, mechanics, and overall experience. We also delve into the dark and immersive world of Diablo IV, sharing our thought…

“Fly the plane”, volunteer and keep asking why. Andy is an airline pilot from Northern Ireland. He tells his son to avoid being thrown off course by life’s many distractions, volunteer for everything, and keep asking questions. The final golden rule? Always stand up to inappropriate locker room banter. Plus, Namulanta has a letter for her son too. …

It’s a girl! Bucking the trend of wanting a son. Shakti was keen to have a daughter, but explains that in India there’s a lot of cultural pressure to have a son. When she was growing up, people were always asking her parents if they were going to try for a boy - making her feel unwanted. Now, Shakti writes to her daughter explaining just how much s…

Join us for another exciting episode of Dense Pixels, where we cover the latest gaming news and share our impressions of highly anticipated titles. In this episode, we'll discuss the highlights from the PlayStation Showcase in May 2023, including new game announcements and trailers that have caught our attention. We'll also touch on the recent news…

A letter to a daughter who doesn’t exist yet. Lucia has been trying to get pregnant for three years. She tells Namulanta that she was inspired to be “less discreet” about what she’s been going through after listening to a past episode of Dear Daughter – and that since she started talking about it, she’s discovered a whole world of other people goin…

Welcome to the Dense Pixels podcast, where we bring you the latest gaming news, reviews, and reactions. In this episode, we'll be reacting to everyone's excitement and opinions about Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, discussing the game's impact on the gaming community. We'll also dive into the highly anticipated Street Fighter 6 and how it fe…

Celebrating how kids change as they grow. Claire thinks that nostalgia for babies and small children shouldn’t stop you from embracing the next stages in their development. She and her wife have twin daughters who were born prematurely. In those early weeks, they found it hard to see the future. Now the twins are seven, Claire is able to celebrate …

In this episode, we'll dive into Brad's impressions of Honkai Star Rail, a RPG Gacha game that has caught his attention. We'll also discuss the recent controversy around Xbox boss Phil Spencer's comments on Redfall reviews and how it raised eyebrows in the gaming community. We share our impressions of the Everspace 2 demo and how it led us to disco…

Turning into your mother can be a joy and a trial. When Jacinta in Johannesburg became a parent, she found that her perspective on her own mother changed completely. She reads a letter to her young daughters about what they can learn from older generations after realising “the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree”. Plus, how to avoid telling your c…

In this episode, we'll discuss the recent news of the UK's Competition and Markets Authority blocking the Microsoft Activision Blizzard deal and how the deal could potentially move forward now. We also discuss Metacritic's efforts to improve moderation after abusive and disrespectful reviews of Horizon Forbidden West and Burning Shores. We'll also …

The Scummy Mummies on friendship, bullying and embracing the chaos of parenting. Comedians Helen Thorn and Ellie Gibson met when their children were little and started a podcast called the Scummy Mummies. Ten years, a sell-out UK comedy tour and more than 250 episodes later, they join Namulanta to talk about friendship – from getting through the aw…

In this episode, we'll discuss Nintendo's unending desire to go after content creators, and the controversy surrounding Microsoft's Twitter API pricing. We'll also talk about Sega's recent acquisition of Rovio and the announcement of unionizing plans at Sega of America. Additionally, we'll touch on the Street Fighter 6 demo, the arrest of a US mili…

How to give advice people will actually listen to. When Anna in Switzerland was younger, her grandmothers used to give her advice – but she dismissed it. She thought they were old-fashioned and didn’t understand her life. Now she’s a grandmother herself, and when she looks at her granddaughter she can’t imagine what the world she will live in will …

The challenges of parenting as a widower. When Ani’s daughter was just two years old, his wife was diagnosed with cancer. Her illness dominated their daughter’s early years, and she died when the child was six. Ani explains how he’s trying to teach his daughter what her mother was like before she became ill. Plus, how a Joe Wicks workout helped the…

In this episode, we'll discuss the rumors about a possible PlayStation handheld and what that could mean for the gaming community. We'll also touch on the surprising addition of microtransactions to the Resident Evil 4 Remake game and our impressions of the delightful hidden gem Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana. In addition, Brad shares his thoughts on p…

Follow your dreams - but remember your roots! Instead of hearing from a letter writer, Namulanta talks to Alejandra about what it meant to receive letters of advice from her grandmother. Her grandma gave her blessing and guidance on moving abroad for a new life. Letter writer: Alejandra’s grandmother Maria Please send Namulanta your letter. Go to w…

We discuss the unfortunate cancellation of E3 2023 and how it might affect the gaming community. Then, we discuss the controversial Activision-Blizzard takeover and the Competition and Markets Authority's ruling on the matter. We touch on the takedown of Multiversus and give our Wrestlemania 2023 review. In addition, we'll share our impressions of …

Talking to children about money can be awkward, but it’s important to start young. Davinia Tomlinson has written a book of money advice for girls called Cash Is Queen. She explains how she talks to her own daughters about money and how the skills she learned in the British financial services industry enabled her to plan a new life closer to her Car…

Why are women expected to endure pain in silence? Meera grew up in India and has battled multiple illnesses for most of her life. They’ve impacted her relationships with her mother, her husband and her kids - especially her young daughter. She says: “As a girl I was taught that a woman’s strength came from her ability to endure great pain and suffe…

We pay our respects to actor Lance Reddick, known for his roles in Destiny and The Wire, who has sadly passed away. The PS5 Pro is reportedly in development; what features could it bring to make it worth the cost of entry? We'll also delve into the latest Persona 5 spin-off game that has been revealed and give our impressions of the Diablo IV beta.…

The generosity of others helped Monique rebuild her life. She’s gone through more trauma than most, having fled genocide in Rwanda, lived in refugee camps and lost everything in a fire in the US. And yet at every stage she’s had the help of strangers.Letter writer: MoniquePlease send Namulanta your letter. Go to www.bbcworldservice.com/deardaughter…

This week on Dense Pixels: Micah gives his impressions after some time spent in Like a Dragon: Shin. Sony has stirred up controversy by claiming that Microsoft may release a version of Call of Duty on PlayStation which will contain bugs and errors that only emerge in the game's final level or after later updates. Meanwhile, the UK's Competition and…

You don’t need to give me a grandchild. Simone promises having children will be up to her daughter. She says in her letter: “Make your own decision.” Simone is from Mozambique and tells Namulanta that society puts a lot of pressure on women to have a baby.Letter writer: SimonePlease send Namulanta your letter. Go to www.bbcworldservice.com/deardaug…

The 'Queen of Letters', Isabel Allende, on writing, processing grief and a full garage. The best-selling author wrote to her late daughter, Paula, when she was in a coma. She then turned the letters into a book. She says writing “allowed me to understand what had happened and deal with it”. Isabel has a garage full of her daily correspondence with …

Marian’s dad left when she was little. Now, she’s giving her daughter “the most special gift”. She looks at her husband and daughter playing together and it means so much to her. That is the inspiration for her letter. Season two of Dear Daughter begins with a story of two fathers and two daughters, which starts during the collapse of the Soviet Un…

We've been teasing it, and it's finally here. This week, we hold the Tournament of Controllers as we argue to decide the single best first-party controller of all time the only true way you can - a single elimination tournament! This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at http…

We’re back! Join us weekly from 27 February for the second season of Dear Daughter, winner of Podcast of the Year at the 2022 British Podcast Awards. Namulanta Kombo is collecting more of your letters – funny, moving, thoughtful advice and words of wisdom for daughters everywhere. Namulanta started by writing letters to her own daughter Koko, then …