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REAL LIVES

Naomi Channell
Mental Health
Domestic Abuse
Bigamy
Cults
Family Law
Family Dynamics
Domestic Violence
Infidelity
Criminal Defense
Surrogacy
Dunblane
Child Sexual Abuse
Robert Durst
Government Accountability
Fair Trial Rights
International School Of Temple Arts
Center Point
Estrangement
Grief
Murder

Coming 7th October...

From Naomi Channell, TV producer, journalist, and host of the hit true crime podcast REAL, comes a brand-new series that proves the most extraordinary stories aren’t always about crime… they’re about life.

In REAL LIVES, Naomi sits down with people whose experiences are stranger, wilder, and more moving than fiction.

From a victim of a bigamist to a Dunblane survivor, the UK’... more

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When TJ Higgs was a single mother in her twenties, she went along to a psychic fair and it changed her life. She realised she had a gift and she wanted to use it for good.

So she started working as a spiritual medium and after a few years of practi... more

When Sonnet Daymont attended a job interview to be a live-in assistant and nanny to a little boy, she had no idea how much her life would change.

Her new employer was Gigi Jordan, who went on to kill her son Jude, who suffered with a range of learni... more

When Orla met a man in a bar in France, she had no idea how much that meeting would change her life.

They started dating and she travelled around the world with him, so he could pursue his career. But he soon started to control Orla, he was emotiona... more

Between 2022 - 2025, at least 70 police officers in England and Wales took their own lives.

When Ben Dimmock joined the police, he knew he wanted to help others and serve his community. But after years in the force, seeing traumatic incidents and ru... more

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Recent Guests

TJ Higgs
Psychic medium with three decades of experience
Episode: 'I've Worked on Murder Cases... As a Psychic'
Sonnet Daymont
Author, educator, and therapist specializing in relational trauma
Episode: 'Living With a Murderer Shaped My Life's Purpose'
Steve Phillip
Founder of The Jordan Legacy, suicide prevention advocate
The Jordan Legacy/CIC
Episode: 'I'm Creating a Legacy for my Son who Died by Suicide'
Zoe Watts
Campaigner and survivor sharing her experience
End Eye Check
Episode: End Eye Check: The Fight Against Spouses Who Drug & Abuse Their Partners
Holly Budge
Founder of How Many Elephants; Advocate for frontline women rangers and World Female Ranger Week
How Many Elephants; World Female Ranger Week
Episode: 'I work on the front lines of the war against poaching in Africa'
Neil Adams
Friend of Michael Dorian and author of From the Pile
Author, From the Pile
Episode: The Story of Michael Dorian: An Unlikely 9/11 Hero
Todd McGuire
Former undercover police officer, author
Author of Donny, An Undercover Cop with a Death Wish
Episode: 'A Tragedy Turned Me Into An Undercover Cop.... with a Death Wish'
Paula Rhone-Adrien
Family lawyer focused on domestic abuse and child protection cases
Independent family law barrister
Episode: 'When Families End Up in Court, No One Really Wins'
Colin Sutton
Former senior investigating officer and policing expert
Metropolitan Police
Episode: 'I Caught a British Serial Killer'

Host

Naomi Channell
Host of Real Lives, experienced TV producer and journalist known for compassionate interviewing and ethical storytelling.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Real Lives

    What a lovely podcast, I only discovered it lately!I don’t know how you get everything done!

    Your podcasts are so easy to listen to.

    I listen while I’m knitting for a few hours in the afternoon.

    Thank you .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J mc G
    Ireland2 months ago
  • Always a great listen

    Naomi has a way of telling stories which really captures our attention and always comes across compassionate & genuine.

    On this pod she speaks with a range of many diverse individuals with intriguing stories to tell.

    It’s a great way of sharing real life experiences with the world which may not otherwise be told.

    Highly recommend.

    Thank you Naomi for your excellent work!

    L x

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RH19Patient
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Fantastic!

    Love this podcast. Naomi is a true professional and I really look forward to each episode dropping. Thank you! 10/10!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CarrieUp
    Australia5 months ago
  • Real Lives Matter

    Naomi’s podcasts help many to understand the full story behind names which would otherwise be forgotten. The podcasts are top quality and when listening you soon realise the amount of research that has been done. Well done Naomi keep up the fantastic work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Edwin Duggan
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Brilliant ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    I love this podcast,listening from the first episode such good stories and Naomi is a very genuine and honest and easy to listen to.She puts her heart into every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DeeW68
    Ireland6 months ago

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The show is described as respectful, empathetic, and well-researched, with diverse guest stories.

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'Living With a Murderer Shaped My Life's Purpose'
Q: What happened to Jude and how did it shape your career path?
The tragedy surrounding Jude, who was non-verbal and autistic, led Sonnet to pivot from direct therapy toward broader social reform, including the pursuit of a national child abuse database and later authoring books and developing tools to help others heal.
'I'm Creating a Legacy for my Son who Died by Suicide'
Q: How did the police and coroner process affect you and your family after the death, and what could have been done better?
There were delays and gaps in information, with sensitive notes and evidence not being promptly shared; a need for better aftercare and clear, compassionate communication emerged as a major area for improvement in post-vention.
'I'm Creating a Legacy for my Son who Died by Suicide'
Q: What were the early signs you noticed before Jordan's death, and how did you respond at the time?
We noticed lethargy, sleep disturbances, and mood changes, but there was a lack of awareness and tools to interpret those signals at the time, so we didn't intervene as early as we should have.
'A Tragedy Turned Me Into An Undercover Cop.... with a Death Wish'
Q: If I was to meet you in a bar, restaurant, anything right now and I didn't know anything about you, how would you summarize in a nutshell, who you are and what you do?
Todd would say he's a retired police officer and detective who has spent 27 years in the force and is now in a different life, having authored a memoir about his experiences.
'My Sister's Murder Changed My Life'
Q: What impact has Sarah's death had on your approach with young people?
Bernie describes how the tragedy motivated him to educate thousands of students about healthy masculinity, respect, and the dangers of manipulation, aiming to reduce future perpetration.

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Frequently Asked Questions About REAL LIVES

What is REAL LIVES about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- This show centers on deeply human, real-life stories that explore resilience, trauma, healing, and reinvention across a wide range of experiences. Guests include survivors, family members, professionals, and advocates who share intimate perspectives on topics like mental health, domestic abuse, estrangement, sepsis, stalking, and frontline work in conservation and policing. Episodes emphasize empathy, lived experience, and practical takeaways for listeners and supporters, with a calm, respectful hosting style that highlights the people at the heart of each story. A standout trait is the breadth of topics—from personal tragedy to social advocacy—presented through careful storytelling and expert context without sensationalism.

Listeners ar... more

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REAL LIVES launched a year ago and published 42 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on REAL LIVES include:

1. TJ Higgs
2. Sonnet Daymont
3. Steve Phillip
4. Zoe Watts
5. Holly Budge
6. Neil Adams
7. Todd McGuire
8. Paula Rhone-Adrien

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