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Where's Home Really?

S2 Ep4: Where's Home Really... for Nadiya Hussain?

Nov 2, 2023
Nadiya Hussain, winner of the 2015 Bake Off, discusses her journey, her grandma's influence, the impact of Bangladeshi culture, achievements, hard work, and representation. She also shares amusing childhood stories and brings baked goods for Jimi to try!
31:25

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Quick takeaways

  • Nadia's grandma's resilience and supportiveness have greatly influenced her and inspired her to ignore negativity and pursue her dreams.
  • Nadia's understanding of 'home' has evolved to include self-acceptance and finding solace within oneself.

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Nadia's Maternal Grandma

Nadia talks about her maternal grandma, an intuitive and strong woman whom she adores. Her grandma has a deep understanding of her grandchildren and their individual traits, even recognizing Nadia's footsteps when she enters the house. Nadia shares heartfelt stories about her grandma's difficult life in Bangladesh, getting married at a young age, raising children, and coming to the UK. Despite the hardships, her grandma remains resilient and supportive, encouraging Nadia to pursue her dreams and ignore any negativity from others. Nadia deeply admires her grandma and sees her as a role model.

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