REAL LIVES
Naomi ChannellComing 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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 50 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DocumentaryPersonal JournalsSociety & Culture | |||
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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
In this episode we are joined by Dr Josh McConkey, an emergency doctor who has worked on the front line, both in hospitals and in war zones.
From suicides and murder victims, delivering babies and removing objects from places they shouldn't be, this... more
In this very special episode of 'REAL LIVES', we hear from Michael J Porter, a man who has been fighting for justice for his mother, Jean Hanlon, who was murdered in Crete in 2009.
You'll hear from Michael over a year long period, right up until the... more
Emma had a loving and close relationship with her mother growing up. Her father had died when Emma was a child and when her mother re-married, she had no idea that he would control her life and keep her from her children, even when she became termina... more
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- 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 Podcasts5J mc G
Ireland3 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 Podcasts5RH19Patient
United Kingdom3 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 Podcasts5CarrieUp
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 Podcasts5Edwin DugganUnited Kingdom8 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 Podcasts5DeeW68Ireland8 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #41 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #189 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #98 | Australia/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #215 |  France/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #79 |  South Africa/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #98 | Ireland/Society & Culture/Documentary |
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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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Which podcasts are similar to REAL LIVES?
These podcasts share a similar audience with REAL LIVES:
1. REAL
2. British Murders with Stuart Blues
3. REDRUM true crime
4. The Trial
5. Al-Fayed: Who Looked Away?
How many episodes of REAL LIVES are there?
REAL LIVES launched a year ago and published 50 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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What guests have appeared on REAL LIVES?
Recent guests on REAL LIVES include:
1. Dr. Josh McConkey
2. Michael J. Porter
3. Shawn Johnson
4. Steven Meyers
5. Duncan McNab
6. Anna Wright-Hicks
7. Jo Alkir
8. TJ Higgs
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