# Why a Quiet Mother Kept a Colossal Secret for 70 years

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Podcast: [Heart of the Matter Radio/Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/heart-of-the-matter-radio-podcast-6455)
Published: 2026-01-02T00:34:00+00:00
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## Resource

What happens to a secret when you keep it for seven decades? In our first episodes of 2026, we're stepping back into the shadows of occupied France to meet one of the most unassuming, and dangerous heroes: Pippa Latour. While the world saw a quiet mother and neighbor, Pippa was an elite WWII spy who parachuted into enemy territory with nothing but a bicycle and a set of secret codes hidden in her hair. We're closing with a reflection and challenge to move past temporary resolutions. What is one thing you are willing to commit to this year, even when no one is watching? If this story inspired you, please leave a review, subscribe, and share this episode with women in your life who need a reminder of their own quiet strength.

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