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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 | 53 | Founded | a year ago |
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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.
But when Grah... more
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.
www.davi... more
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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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 .
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
Love this podcast. Naomi is a true professional and I really look forward to each episode dropping. Thank you! 10/10!
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.
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.
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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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1. REAL
2. British Murders with Stuart Blues
3. The Trial: Russell Brand
4. REDRUM true crime
5. Al-Fayed: Who Looked Away?
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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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