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Drummer Mamas is a podcast aimed at bringing drumming mothers together. Ciara Chinniah and Gemma Hill have been friends since they met studying the drums at music college. Since then they have both had children and wanted to share their experiences in the drumming world whilst also juggling everything that comes with motherhood.

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Mike Sturgis: Just Bring What You've Got

July 13, 2026 • Ciara Chinniah and Gemma Hill • Season 4 • Episode 23

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This week's guest has performed live or on record with a wide array of artists including David Bowie, Elton John, A-ha, Asia, Wishbone Ash, Joss Stone, Tom Jones... and many more.
But to us?
He was our drum teacher.
Mike Sturgis taught both of us at ACM, so getting to sit down with him all these years later felt like a real full-circle moment.
We chatted about what it really takes to build a career in music, why you should just bring what you've got, the importance of always giving your best, and why sticking things out can often be the thing that makes the biggest difference.

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