The Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mothers

The Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mothers
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Mums the word.... The Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mothers is here to brighten your day and lift your spirits with their unique take on things ”Motherhood”. We’re Real-life friends; a special group comprised of women from across the globe who have chosen to call Edinburgh, Scotland home. Together, we’re a haphazard amalgamation of diverse perspectives & life experiences united as we try to navigate the often tumultuous journey through Motherland with humour, unwavering support and lots of fizz! Our mantra is radical acceptance & the necessity to check your ego & self-interests at the door. Keep calm and hold my prosecco ladies, I hereby call this meeting to order. 🥂 Our Instagram 🥂: https://www.instagram.com/edinburghimperfectmumssociety/# Keywords: motherhood, mothers, mums, United Kingdom, UK, Scotland, Edinburgh, parenting

  1. 18 Jun

    The World Cup, The Tartan Army in Boston & prep for the Scottish Podcast Awards Gala Glitz

    After a special shoutout to The Edinburgh Minute after the Mums made the coveted Top 4 spot in last week’s Culture Minute, the Mums are catching up on the excitement around Scotland's performance in the World Cup!  The Mums are tracking the Tartan Army across the Atlantic as Scotland finally makes its historic return to the World Cup stage out in Boston.  All the news is abuzz with the impact that the Scots are having on the United States... people are reporting how they have never had so much fun before and the Mums are here for it! Next the Mums are talking red carpets, high heels, and zero chill as they do their final countdown and prep for the Scottish Podcast Awards gala!  Nominated for 2 Scottish Podcast Awards... for Best Comedy and for Best Sex, Relationships & Family categories...the Mums are honoured and excited about what will happen next week in Glasgow! Join the Mums as they laugh, chat and set the world to rights!  Make sure to book your tickets to The Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mothers LIVE Fringe Show at Just the Tonic Nucleus on August 29th and 30th at 2pm!

    45 min

  2. 10 Jun

    The Summer Scramble: Surviving Camp Chaos & pre-Holiday Stress

    The Mums are back to chat about the looming reality check... the summer hols are coming soon, and plans need to be made!  Before diving into the main topic, the Mums catch up on the events over the weekend: the Corstorphine Fair, and the Everywoman Festival - where the Mums giving out flyers for The Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mothers LIVE Fringe Show chatted with loads of lovely people!  Heather also chats about the experience of writing a Comedy Sketch for the first time (with the expert coaching of the legendary comedian Viv Gee)... it's a big deal for the Mums to have the creative license and opportunities presented by the Just the Tonic Fringe Show!  The Mums just hope you book your tickets to see it! Moving on, the Mums dive into the pre-Summer Holiday tension... everything from the Hunger Games of scheduling camps, The Tetris Schedule, and the Financial Hit... essentially a second mortgage just to ensure the kids don’t spend July staring at an iPad screen. The Mums chat about the new  EU border regulation's and biometrics circus involved when travelling with kids abroad, before moving on to the World Cup!  Everyone is excited about Scotland qualifying for the first time in 28 years... but what's worse?  Frantically sweating over airport queues or camp sign-ups, OR dealing with husbands covered in face paint, yelling at screens? Finally the Mums wrap up with some of the highlights from this year's Tony Awards, and run through all of the fantastic shows coming to the Edinburgh Playhouse!   High Society, Annie, The Archers, Legally Blonde, Jersey Boys, Trainspotting, Dirty Dancing, Mean Girls, and Back to the Future -- this year at the Edinburgh Playhouse is going to be outstanding!  Get your tickets today... and also of course for 🎙️ 2X Scottish Podcast Awards nominated (Comedy & Sex, Family & Relationships) The Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mothers LIVE at @edfringe! 🗓️ August 29-30 ⏰ 2 - 3:30pm 📌 Just The Tonic Nucleus https://edinburgh.justthetonic.com/event/88:6120/

    54 min

  3. 3 Jun

    Petty to the Grave: When Revenge Goes Sky-High

    The ladies of the Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mothers are back for this hilarious (and slightly terrifying)  journey through three entirely true, documented acts of unprecedented pettiness. The Big Question is where is the line between a harmless prank and a life-ruining act of vengeance? After a quick chat and discussion about what the Mums got up to over the weekend, Lissy, Kim, Tammy, Rebecca, Heather and Liz discuss what happened between two sisters in Boca Raton, Florida, after the bride-to-be chooses her college roommate over her sister to be the Maid of Honor.  Find out what the Mums make of this story of sisterly revenge and the fall out. Next the Mums move to a story of revenge which took place between neighbours in Wales where a toxic neighborhood dispute over a highly coveted, public street- parking spot and the moving of wheelie bins. Finally, the Mums move on to a truly vengeful, but absolutely hilarious act by a wife who was cheated on by her adulterous husband which appeared in the 2025 Slate Dear Prudence column.   You're not going to want to miss this episode by the Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mothers which will definitely lighten your mental load as the Mums laugh, chat, and set the world to rights! Don't forget to book your tickets for The Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mothers LIVE! at the Edinburgh Fringe on August 29th & 30th! Showtimes: Saturday August 29th & Sunday August 30th; 2-3:30pm Location: Just the Tonic Nucleus, Atomic Stage; 140 Pleasance, EH8 9RR https://edinburgh.justthetonic.com/event/88:6120/

    53 min

  4. 27 May

    Bank Holiday Marathons, Upcoming Festivals & Mother-in-Law Dog Drama

    Heather, Kim, Tammy, Lissy and Rebecca are chatting all about the extreme heat in Kim's office as well as the gorgeous (and very warm!) Bank Holiday weekend and everything that the Mums got up to.  Lissy ran the Edinburgh Marathon, and Kim was there to see her partner and Lissy finish.  Find out all about the Edinburgh Marathon 2026 experience... the highs and the lows!   Moving on, the Mums chat about the upcoming festivals in Edinburgh which are happening all around town.  From the upcoming Leith Food Festival, to the Corstorphine Fair, to the Everywoman Festival and finally the Leith Festival... the Mums will be there chatting to people and giving out flyers to the Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mothers LIVE at the Just the Tonic Nucleus on August 29th and 30th! Finally, the Mums give advice to a woman who has a difficult Mother-In-Law who is insisting on staying with her family for a family wedding... with her difficult Pomeranian dog!  The Mums discuss this difficult situation the woman is in, and along with some laughs and chatter, give some very sound advice. Join the Mums as they laugh, chat and set the world to rights!  Don't forget to book your tickets to the Mums' show at the Edinburgh Fringe from August 29th-30th at 2pm!  Tickets available on Just the Tonic and The Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mother's website. This interactive show stars a prosecco-loving group of friends who dive into the chaos of motherhood with hilarious honesty & celebrate female friendship & life in all its messy glory. It feels like pulling up a chair with your funniest mates over a well-deserved cuppa or a glass of fizz. With a candid, unfiltered look at the reality of modern motherhood, where no topic is off-limits, this Fringe show will lighten your mental load & have you laughing as the mums bring their form of group therapy to the stage.

    52 min

  5. 21 May

    The ESUIM podcast is nominated for TWO Scottish Podcast Awards... plus the Bodyguard & Eurovision chat!

    It's another BIG reveal by The Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mothers: we have been nominated for TWO Scottish Podcast Awards: Best in Comedy & Best in Sex, Family & Relationships.  It's a lot to celebrate for the Mums, and Heather, Lissy, Kim, Tammy & Liz are raising their glasses on this episode.  The Mums chat about how thrilled they are to be honoured by the judges to be nominated TWICE!  Listen in to find out how the Mums are processing the news... and planning for the big awards night in June. Moving on, Lissy and Heather catch up the girls and listeners on the fabulous show at the Edinburgh Playhouse: The Bodyguard.  It's a real action-packed, emotional thriller with an absolutely fabulous cast that got everyone in the audience up on their feet and dancing!  Make sure to book your tickets - the show is on at the Edinburgh Playhouse till the 23rd! Finally the Mums talk about one of their favourite events... fantastic Graham Norton commentary + sequins, leather, and cat costumes + amazing musical bangers & antic = EUROVISION!  Listen in for all of the highlights of 2026 Eurovision from your favourite UK Mum podcaster! As always, join the Mums as they laugh, chat and set the world to rights!  And make sure to book your tickets for The Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mothers LIVE at the Edinburgh Fringe on the Just The Tonic Nucleus! 29-30 AUG - 14:00 This interactive show stars a prosecco-loving group of friends who dive into the chaos of motherhood with hilarious honesty & celebrate female friendship & life in all its messy glory. It feels like pulling up a chair with your funniest mates over a well-deserved cuppa or a glass of fizz. With a candid, unfiltered look at the reality of modern motherhood, where no topic is off-limits, this Fringe show will lighten your mental load & have you laughing as the mums bring their form of group therapy to the stage. The Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mothers LIVE Tickets: The Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mothers LIVE The Bodyguard Tickets | Tours & Dates | ATG Tickets

    48 min

  6. 15 May

    The Devil Wears Prada, British Telly and Waitress & The Bodyguard at the Edinburgh Playhouse!

    Lissy, Heather, Kim, Liz, Tammy and Rebecca are chatting all about the group celebration of Monica's birthday over the weekend after catching up on Lissy's amazing rose themed trip to Kos with the girls!  The Mums went in a massive group to the Everyman Cinema to see the Devil Wears Prada 2 and they all agree it was an incredibly entertaining night out... complete with a fantastic movie, dancing in the aisles and some great food and chat.  Listen in for the Mums take on this film.. the nostalgia for New York, the fabulous outfits and the drama!  Which Mums behaved and which misbehaved?  Find out on this podcast. Next the Mums chat about amazing British Telly including Death in Paradise (Heather is obsessed) and Last One Laughing Season 2 UK.  Starring Alan Carr, Bob Mortimer, David Mitchell, Diane Morgan (slay!!!), Romesh Ranganathan, Maisie Adam, Mel Giedroyc, Sam Campbell, Gbemisola Ikumelo and Amy Gledhill, Last One Laughing Season 2 is not to be missed.  Listen in for some of the Mums' favourite moments. Finally, Lissy and Rebecca are off following the podcast recording to the opening night of The Waitress at the Edinburgh Playhouse.  Running from May 12- May 16, the girls can't wait to see this show which is one of Lissy's favourite musicals of all time.  Lissy's complete review is posted to the The Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mothers Podcast website - this musical is not to be missed! Next up at the Playhouse is The Bodyguard running from May 18th to May 23rd!  The Mums can't wait to see this show which features some iconic hits, including Queen of the Night, One Moment in Time, Saving All My Love, and the timeless classic I Will Always Love You. Join the Mums as they laugh, chat and set the world to rights!  Don't forget to book your tickets to the Mums' show at the Edinburgh Fringe from August 29th-30th at 2pm!  Tickets available on Just the Tonic and The Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mother's website. This interactive show stars a prosecco-loving group of friends who dive into the chaos of motherhood with hilarious honesty & celebrate female friendship & life in all its messy glory. It feels like pulling up a chair with your funniest mates over a well-deserved cuppa or a glass of fizz. With a candid, unfiltered look at the reality of modern motherhood, where no topic is off-limits, this Fringe show will lighten your mental load & have you laughing as the mums bring their form of group therapy to the stage.

    44 min

  7. 5 May

    The BIG Reveal: The Mums will put on a LIVE SHOW at the Just In Tonic Comedy Edinburgh Fringe venue on August 29th & 30th!

    Lissy, Heather, Kim, Tammy and Liz are back for the BIG REVEAL!  The Mums have been excited and nervous to update listeners, but now the news can come out. Lissy & Heather got contacted by Darrell Martin of Just The Tonic Comedy Show fame... about The Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mothers putting on a show at the main stage during the Edinburgh Fringe!   Comedians who have performed at Just The Tonic include Ricky Gervais, Jimmy Carr, Kevin Bridges, Jack Whitehall, Ardal O'Hanlon, Josie Long and Maisie Adam to name a few famous names associated with the comedy club. The Mums chat all about the news: the excitement (it's a dream come true for Lissy), the shock, and the need to finally lean in to strengthening their pelvic floor.  Listen in to find out what the Mums make of this incredibly exciting news... and be sure to BOOK YOUR TICKETS & share the news with your family and friends! Showtimes: Saturday August 29th & Sunday August 30th; 2pm - 3:30pm (prosecco pause included) Location: Just the Tonic Nucleus, Atomic Stage; 140 Pleasance, EH8 9RR Grab a friend, partner, or both and join us as the Mums laugh, chat, and set the world to rights! Everything you love about the show, with the volume turned way up… we’re bringing the studio to the stage, and we’ve saved a seat for you. It’s a live take over by your favourite podcast Mums! This interactive show stars a prosecco-loving group of friends who dive into the chaos of motherhood with hilarious honesty & celebrate female friendship & life in all its messy glory. It feels like pulling up a chair with your funniest mates over a well-deserved cuppa or a glass of fizz. With a candid, unfiltered look at the reality of modern motherhood, where no topic is off-limits, this Fringe show will lighten your mental load & have you laughing as the mums bring their form of group therapy to the stage. To Book Tickets: Just the Tonic Edinburgh – The best of comedy in the UK For More information: Fringe Show — The Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mothers Podcast Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/real-nice  License code: WROMHBTJ1CUCYMOB

    50 min

  8. 23 Apr

    Pies, Pleas, and TMI: Why Edinburgh is Going Viral

    After some busy Easter holiday weeks, Lissy, Kim, Rebecca and Heather are regrouping to chat!  The Mums talk about how magical the Spring is in Edinburgh.. from the cherry blossoms and the best places in the city to enjoy them, to the upcoming Porty Festival (May 2- 4), Edinburgh is going viral! Find out who went on a sunny holiday to Fuerteventura, who was visiting a proper fairytale amusement park in the Netherlands (Efteling), and who was hosting all of the family for a week in Pitlochry!  Hear all about some of the Mums' takeaways from the Easter hols... where not to go for a Spanish experience in Fuerteventura to what ride at Efteling the Mums would consider living in, to how to handle a hoard of guests! Continuing on the theme of Edinburgh going viral, the Mums chat about a heart-warming story of China Star on West Maitland Street, which has completely taken over local social media feeds lately.The story struck a chord because it highlights the invisible struggle of long-standing family businesses in Edinburgh’s changing food scene. Seeing a daughter drop everything to save her mother’s 30-year legacy clearly hit people right in the feels, and the Mums are here for it! Moving on, the Mums chat about Waitress, the story of Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker stuck in a small town and a loveless marriage who must find the courage to rebuild her life, which is coming to the Edinburgh Playhouse from May 12th to the 16th. Lissy, the Mums' resident theatre expert and super fan, brings her knowledge of the production as well as her original, signed theatre pamphlet by Sara Bareilles (!) to the podcast.  Starring Carrie Hope Fletcher, Les Dennis, Sandra Marvin and Evelyn Hoskins (reprising their roles from the West End production Lissy saw years ago!!), the show is not to be missed!   Finally, the Mums wrap with an advice letter you will not want to miss!  What do you do when your mum is an over-sharer when it comes to hosting Easter dinner and the in-laws are coming?  When it comes chat about how her hemorrhoid treatment is going, the Mums have some interesting insights and thoughts to share. Get your tickets for The Waitress UK at the Edinburgh Playhouse (May 12th to May 16th) here: ATG Tickets #motherhood #ukmompodcast  #visitedinburgh #thewaitressuk #edinplayhouse Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/real-nice  License code: WROMHBTJ1CUCYMOB

    52 min
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Mums the word.... The Edinburgh Society of Unapologetically Imperfect Mothers is here to brighten your day and lift your spirits with their unique take on things ”Motherhood”. We’re Real-life friends; a special group comprised of women from across the globe who have chosen to call Edinburgh, Scotland home. Together, we’re a haphazard amalgamation of diverse perspectives & life experiences united as we try to navigate the often tumultuous journey through Motherland with humour, unwavering support and lots of fizz! Our mantra is radical acceptance & the necessity to check your ego & self-interests at the door. Keep calm and hold my prosecco ladies, I hereby call this meeting to order. 🥂 Our Instagram 🥂: https://www.instagram.com/edinburghimperfectmumssociety/# Keywords: motherhood, mothers, mums, United Kingdom, UK, Scotland, Edinburgh, parenting

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