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Dear Mum … writers reflect on the unique influence of their mothers
On Mother’s Day, seven Observer writers talk about the women who shaped their lives in a host of different ways, by instilling a love of art and creativity, by navigating life’s complexities – or even through their painful absence
Allan Jenkins, Miranda Sawyer, Rhik Samadder, Séamas O’Reilly, Bidisha Mamata, Kathryn Bromwich and Alex Moshakis
19, Mar, 2023 @8:00 AM
How to party if you’re shy, socially awkward – or just plain boring
Three writers who struggle with socialising explain how they make it through festive season
Joel Golby, Lucy Mangan and Rhik Samadder
17, Dec, 2022 @11:00 AM
‘Radio talks to people, but TV talks at you’: Greg James on silly stories, childhood sickness and his listener ‘stars’
More people wake up with Greg James than anyone else. But how can he be so relentlessly chipper at 7am? Rhik Samadder meets the Radio 1 Breakfast host
Rhik Samadder
27, Nov, 2022 @11:00 AM
‘You look like an Agatha Christie villain!’ The moustache is back – but should it go away again?
After years of beards, beards and more beards, the moustache is having a moment. But do you have to be Mark Owen or Henry Cavill to carry one off? I put it to the test
Rhik Samadder
05, Oct, 2022 @5:00 AM
‘I can’t just be quiet in the corner, accepting everything’: Lydia West on deep dives into roles – and water
She’s swum around the Toronto Islands and dived fearlessly into Lake Como but for It’s a Sin star actor Lydia West, the most thrilling experience is taking on ‘soul-enriching’ projects… Well, that and drinking cocktails with Stanley Tucci
Rhik Samadder
25, Sep, 2022 @7:00 AM
Rising to the Surface by Lenny Henry review – there’s nothing very funny about fame
In his often moving second memoir, the comedian reflects on his unlikely journey from seaside summer seasons to award-winning elder statesman of TV – and why he feels he failed his mother
Rhik Samadder
04, Sep, 2022 @6:00 AM
Got the ick? When a sudden pang of disgust ruins your romance
Ever felt repulsed by the person you’re supposed to be attracted to? Rhik Samadder explains the history of the ‘ick’ – a romantic gut reaction – and what to do when it strikes. Plus, below, Philippa Perry on its psychological meaning
Rhik Samadder
31, Jul, 2022 @7:00 AM
Harry Styles can get away with wearing a skirt. But can I?
Yes, a man can rock a skirt on the catwalk or the red carpet – but what if your natural habitat is the greasy spoon or street market? Time to slip into that slitted maxi …
Rhik Samadder
11, Jul, 2022 @11:00 AM
One weekend, six events, one very frazzled journalist: my gruelling tour of UK festivals
As the season of live music returns, bands and DJs are trekking to the fields, post-lockdown. To get back into the swing, our writer hit as many shindigs as possible in four days. Would he live to tell the tale?
Rhik Samadder
25, Jun, 2022 @9:00 AM
‘Set the bar ridiculously low’: Rhik Samadder’s golden rule for beating anxiety
There are many changes you can make to live a less anxious life, from healthy eating to keeping fit. When motivation is in short supply, putting them into action is another thing
Rhik Samadder
24, May, 2022 @2:00 PM
‘It’s the worst thing I ever put in my mouth!’ : my week living off TikTok recipes
Custard toast, smashed brussels sprouts and a Snickers in a gherkin. Is it time to ditch the cook books and get your recipes from social media? There’s only one way to find out ...
Rhik Samadder
21, Apr, 2022 @5:00 AM
Memories of office life: at the call centre, every customer interaction became a prank
Switching accents and deliberately mispronouncing words was silly, but it helped keep up our spirits when managers were tracking our toilet breaks and listening to our calls
Rhik Samadder
19, Jan, 2022 @6:00 AM
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