Who We Remember
Who We Remember is a show about who we want to remember, why and the impact they have made on our lives. In each compelling episode, host Jamie Yuenger asks her guest one intriguing question: "Whose life story from your family or personal circle would you most want to have documented on film, whether they are living or deceased?" Uncover the emotional, unexpected, and inspiring answers that delve deep into the legacies that shape us. "Who We Remember" isn't just about the stories we tell—it's about the profound impact of the lives we choose to celebrate. Tune in and be moved by the stories that resonate through generations.
Who We Remember
Jessica McGawley
We ask each of our guests a simple yet profound question: "Whose life story from your own family would you most want to have documented on film?"
Today's guest: Jessica McGawley,
Jessica's pick: Her Grandmother, Dorothy Walpole Wigginton.
Sound Bites
- "She was a very quiet but impactful matriarch."
- "She just listened. She just received them."
- "She was useful. She had a purposeful life."
Summary
In this heartfelt episode of Who We Remember, Jamie sits down with Jessica McGawley to celebrate the life of Jessica’s beloved grandmother, Dorothy. From the moment Dorothy’s story unfolds, listeners are transported to the kitchen of a vicarage in rural England, where this quiet, resilient matriarch spent her days offering tea, comfort, and silent strength to anyone in need. Jessica paints a vivid portrait of her grandmother's life of service—one filled with humor, imagination, and warmth. We hear about the quirky make-believe characters Dorothy created to lighten her workload, her steadfastness as she supported her husband, a local vicar, and her sly, humorous takes on the world around her. Jessica reflects on the powerful legacy her grandmother left, not only within their family but as an enduring example of compassion, community, and quiet leadership. This episode is a beautiful reminder of the value of capturing and cherishing the stories of women whose lives shaped generations, often from behind the scenes.
About Jessica
Jessica is the Founder and Principal of Dallington. She is a qualified psychological consultant and mediator, Jessica founded Dallington in 2016 as the first specialist mentorship practice for the Rising Generation. She is a born and bred Londoner and lives in London with her husband, Ben, and their two children. As a kid, Jessica was somewhat misunderstood. She's dyslexic. And as a kid, neurodiversity and learning disabilities weren't recognized. At best, people described folks with dyslexia as lazy, distracted, or messy, and at worst, stupid. Jessica certainly knows that's not the case. And today, she is a proud dyslexic.
Takeaways
- The importance of women's stories in family history is often overlooked.
- Jessica's grandmother provided solace to many through her listening ear.
- Jessica aspires to embody her grandmother's values in her own life.
Join Us
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Credits
Produced by Jamie Yuenger and Piet Hurkmans. Our show’s musical intro and outro is taken from the track “Thursday” by the independent artist Nick Takénobu Ogawa. You can listen and support his music on bandcamp here
