Extraordinary Stories

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Immerse yourself in a different world, every week, as host Emma Gillespie and guests dig deeper into the truth and tragedy of some of the world’s most remarkable women. From Ita Buttrose to Charlotte Dawson to Amanda Bynes.....Extraordinary lives, told by extraordinary people. Welcome to Extraordinary Stories.

EPISODE 1

‘I Told You I Was Trouble’: The Amy Winehouse Story (Part 1)

[Part 1 of 3] You can recognise it in an instant, that iconic voice and a candid style of songwriting beyond her years. The sound of Amy Winehouse was a sound unheard of since the days of Billie Holiday and Nina Simone. But the name ‘Amy Winehouse’ seems to be as synonymous with talent as it is tragedy. On this season we’ll dive deep into the life of Amy. From her rise to fame, her artistry, to her pain, her loves, and her losses. Could she have been saved? What does her death tell us about the pervasive grip of addiction and fame? CREDITS: Host: Emma Gillespie Written and Produced by Emma Gillespie and Tia Ucich Guest booking: Kally Borg Audio Production: Madeline Joannou With thanks to: Dr Peter HughesEleni PapavasileiouPolly Taylor Subscribe to Mamamia: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

29 min
EPISODE 2

‘I Told You I Was Trouble’: The Amy Winehouse Story (Part 2)

[Part 2 of 3] After a celebrated album with her debut, Frank, and with that distinct voice and sound, Amy Winehouse got very famous, very fast. Everyone wanted a second album, but Amy had entered a whole new world. On this episode, we’ll hear how Amy’s very private struggles with mental health and addiction became headlines for a relentless tabloid culture. And, in one of the most volatile love affairs in pop culture history, how would the story of Amy and Blake become a cautionary tale about the dangers of codependency? CREDITS: Host: Emma Gillespie Written and produced by Emma Gillespie with Elissa Ratliff, Tia Ucich & Kally Borg Audio Production: Madeline Joannou Guest booking: Kally Borg With thanks to: Dr Peter HughesEleni PapavasileiouPolly TaylorDean McCarthy Subscribe to Mamamia: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

29 min
EPISODE 3

‘I Told You I Was Trouble’: The Amy Winehouse Story (Part 3)

[Part 3 of 3] A month before Amy Winehouse’s death, her performance at a music festival in Serbia was resoundly panned. She was intoxicated for the whole world to see, but the silver lining of what would be labelled 'the worst gig of her career' meant she didn’t have to go on tour. It meant Amy, and those who loved her, had their hopes pinned on a chance for Amy to get better again. On this episode we’ll explore the final years in the life of Amy Winehouse. After her closest friends were convinced Amy was doing better than ever, how did she die? Why was she sent on tour when she was not only unwilling, but unwell? Plus, we’ll take a closer look at the 27 club. What is this unique curse that looms over the legacies of these young artists? Subscribe to Mamamia CREDITS: Host: Emma Gillespie Written and produced by Emma Gillespie with Tia Ucich & Kally Borg Audio Production: Madeline Joannou Guest booking: Kally Borg With thanks to: Dr Peter HughesEleni PapavasileiouPolly TaylorDean McCarthy Subscribe to Mamamia: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

34 min

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Awesome Show

25/01/2024

Scorbs1960

I loved this show and the incredible stories that were told. Will there be any more series produced???
Absorbing

19 Feb

Issy13579

Such a well-written and absorbing show!
Great series!

06/10/2024

W33LUU

Would love to hear more of these amazing stories Pls come back
Great Storytelling

24/02/2022

Elllllaaaaaa

I really enjoyed learning about topics I hadn’t realised I was interested in until I listened to this podcast. I like the way the host tells the stories. I really enjoyed the Magazine Queens and The Kennedy Women as these were topics I hadn’t known much about before. Interested to see what topics the show covers next.

Immerse yourself in a different world, every week, as host Emma Gillespie and guests dig deeper into the truth and tragedy of some of the world’s most remarkable women. From Ita Buttrose to Charlotte Dawson to Amanda Bynes.....Extraordinary lives, told by extraordinary people. Welcome to Extraordinary Stories.