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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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Claire Hornby and Rachel Watkyn grew up in a household where they were told their we Baronesses. Rachel's father Graham Gaisburgh-Watkyn, told everyone that his real name was Count de Lengham and that they were members of aristocracy.

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In this episode I am joined by former Detective David Swindle, to talk though some of the cases he worked on during his time in the Scottish Police, including being catching serial killer Peter Tobin.

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Diane Rourke has spent her career helping to solve serious crimes across England. From working as a crime scene investigator to working in counter-terrorism, she then led a team to stop Firework Abuse in the North West of England.

She is now retired... more

Andrew Holgate spent over 25 years working in the police force, with a majority of them on the front line in Kent Police's dog unit. He is here today to tell us about his time on the force and how he found dangerous criminals, killers and missing peo... more

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Recent Guests

David Swindle
Senior police detective and forensic policing expert
Scottish Police Service
Episode: 'I've Solved Hundreds of Murders... and Helped Catch A Serial Killer'
Diane Rourke
Former scenes of crime officer and counter-terrorism specialist; current facilitator at Black Onyx Academy
Black Onyx Academy
Episode: “I Went From Crime Scenes to Preventing Them.”
Andrew Holgate
Police dog handler with 25 years in the Metropolitan Police and Kent Police
Kent Police / Metropolitan Police
Episode: “My Dog Helped Me Find the Missing and Track Down Criminals”
Dr. Josh McConkey
Emergency and trauma physician, author, and public speaker
MD; emergency trauma medicine physician; author
Episode: 'I See People on the Worst Days of Their Lives'
Michael J. Porter
Son of Jean Hanlon, advocate for justice in her murder case
Private individual (case participant)
Episode: 'After 17 Years of Fighting, My Mothers Murder is Going to Trial'
Shawn Johnson
Former FBI detective
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Episode: 'I Put Him in Prison for 13 Years... Now We Are Friends'
Steven Meyers
Former career criminal who worked with the robbers
Worked with Scott Scurlock gang
Episode: 'I Put Him in Prison for 13 Years... Now We Are Friends'
Duncan McNab
Investigative journalist and former detective
Independent journalist; former NSW Police Force detective
Episode: 'I Built Cases for the Police. Now I Challenge Them'
Anna Wright-Hicks
Woman who experienced eight years of undiagnosed symptoms leading to a rare cancer diagnosis
Episode: 'I Begged Doctors For Help For Eight Years... I Had Stage 4 Cancer'

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Naomi Channell
Host of Real Lives; experienced journalist and storyteller.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 108 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
    Ireland4 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 Kingdom4 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
    Australia7 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 Kingdom9 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
    Ireland9 months ago

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Educates around social issues without sensationalism
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“I Went From Crime Scenes to Preventing Them.”
Q: What kind of cases were you working on during your counter-terrorism years, and what was your role?
She explains she acted as a satellite officer, responding to London-based events, supporting bombings, and later handling national and international scenes, including post-incident evidence retrieval and counter-terrorism collaborations.
“My Dog Helped Me Find the Missing and Track Down Criminals”
Q: What was keeping you going in the job for so long?
The adrenaline rush and the unpredictable, day-to-day surprises kept me hooked; I would still choose to join again, but I wouldn't necessarily do it the same way today.
“My Dog Helped Me Find the Missing and Track Down Criminals”
Q: What made you retire after 25 years?
The cumulative fatigue from frontline policing, the repeated confrontations, and a sense that it was the right time to step back, even though the desire to help and the thrill of the job were still there.
“My Dog Helped Me Find the Missing and Track Down Criminals”
Q: How did you end up in being a police dog handler?
After serving in various units, I transferred to Kent, discovered a passion for dogs, and went through a rigorous potential handlers course and 13-week dog handling program that cemented my path.
'I See People on the Worst Days of Their Lives'
Q: What keeps you doing the work after so many years?
The breadth of emergency medicine and the ability to affect life across different domains keeps me engaged and motivated.

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Frequently Asked Questions About REAL LIVES

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

A contemplative series that centers on intimate, high-emotion real-life stories—from resilience after trauma to reinvention in the face of hardship. Episodes often pair first-person accounts with thoughtful context from a compassionate host, covering topics like survivor advocacy, elder care, mental health, and life-changing turning points. The tone tends to be empathetic, human, and marking the line between personal experience and broader social impact, making it a strong fit for listeners who want deep, respectful storytelling beyond sensational crime content. Noteworthy is the willingness to highlight systemic issues (healthcare bias, elder care gaps, safety legislation) through personal narratives, which can also provide rich sponsorshi... more

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Recent guests on REAL LIVES include:

1. David Swindle
2. Diane Rourke
3. Andrew Holgate
4. Dr. Josh McConkey
5. Michael J. Porter
6. Shawn Johnson
7. Steven Meyers
8. Duncan McNab

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