Victoria Derbyshire's Unbelievable Britain
Joy PeddlersReal people. Real stories. Unbelievable Britain. Victoria Derbyshire sits down with people who have lived through extraordinary, jaw dropping and sometimes heart stopping experiences. Deeply personal stories that reveal the incredible breadth of lives, backgrounds and journeys that make up the people who live across the UK. Honest, powerful and unforgettable conversations that do not just stay wit... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 29 | Founded | 7 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Personal JournalsSociety & Culture | |||
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Hannah Slater was just 36 when she was told her cancer was terminal. With a young son, Theo, at the heart of everything she does, Hannah is determined to make the most of the time she has while also campaigning for a change in the law around assisted... more
Derrick Evans, otherwise known as Mr Motivator, joins Victoria Derbyshire to reveal the extraordinary story behind one of British TV’s most recognisable personalities. From homelessness and life as a single dad to facing racism and being told a Black... more
The Debbie Bright you know from TOWIE is only half the story. Away from the limelight, Debbie was quietly changing hundreds of lives.
Debbie shares her incredible 35-year journey from a career in fashion to fostering over 200 children and adopting t... more
In this moving interview, Victoria Derbyshire sits down with Team GB athlete, adventurer, and filmmaker Luke Grenfell-Shaw to discuss his extraordinary journey of resilience and hope. Diagnosed at just 24 years old with a rare, aggressive, and incura... more
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- Too journalistic
Great stories but it’s Victoria’s journalistic style, where she talks over people, finished their sentences that makes it’s quite grinding. She shows no real empathy or understanding.
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United Kingdom2 months ago - Jackie Malton
Great episode, so interesting.
Apple Podcasts5KarenM😊United Kingdom2 months ago - Kate Allatt
What an incredible story and the strength that Kate had to get her through, quite unbelievable
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Apple Podcasts | #10 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
Apple Podcasts | #103 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #127 |  Canada/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
Apple Podcasts | #50 |  Australia/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
Apple Podcasts | #32 |  New Zealand/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
Apple Podcasts | #37 |  Ireland/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
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This show centers on deeply personal stories from people across the UK, often exploring resilience, identity, and life-altering experiences. Episodes span cancer survival, policing, adoption and care, disability, gender identity, trauma, and public service, with conversations that mix intimate memories, social impact, and advocacy. The host guides candid discussions that illuminate human grit, systemic issues, and moments of reinvention, making it valuable for listeners who seek authentic, character-driven storytelling and insights into how individuals navigate life's toughest chapters.
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2. Luke Grenfell-Shaw
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7. Jackie Malton
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