Victoria Derbyshire's Unbelievable Britain

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Real 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 with you, they can change the way you see your own life.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. From Fleeing Hitler to Building a Commune | Hedi Argent at 96

    6d ago

    From Fleeing Hitler to Building a Commune | Hedi Argent at 96

    Born in Vienna in 1929, Hedi Argent’s childhood was shattered by rising antisemitism and the Nazi annexation of Austria. She remembers with heartbreaking clarity the cruelty at the hands of her teachers, the desperate attempts to flee and the eventual safety offered by Britain. But alongside the trauma, she also remembers moments of extraordinary kindness including the gift from a Railway Porter that still inspires her today. Now nearly 97, Hedi reflects on what she’s learned about resilience, ageing, and why she helped create the North London co-housing community New Ground for older women built on dignity, independence, and mutual support. Our Later Years: Shared wisdom on ageing powerfully together, by the Women of New Ground is out now, published by Bloomsbury in hardback, ebook and audio https://amzn.eu/d/01BGz0mH https://www.waterstones.com/book/our-later-years/new-ground/9781526692283 Subscribe now for more unbelievable stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    44 min
  2. The Big Brother Winner Who Changed Britain... And What Happened Next | Nadia Almada

    Jun 11

    The Big Brother Winner Who Changed Britain... And What Happened Next | Nadia Almada

    Twenty years after winning Big Brother, Nadia Almada joins Victoria Derbyshire to reflect on the extraordinary journey that changed her life forever. From her childhood in Madeira and South Africa, to moving to Britain as a young woman determined to live authentically, Nadia shares the story behind one of the most memorable moments in reality television history. She looks back on life inside the Big Brother house, the overwhelming public support that followed her win, and the experience of becoming a household name almost overnight. But this conversation is also about what came next. Nadia speaks candidly about fame, family, identity and the changing conversation around trans lives in Britain. She reflects on why public attitudes feel different today, the challenges facing the trans community, and why she remains hopeful for the future. At its heart, this is a conversation about belonging, resilience and the power of human connection. #VictoriaDerbyshire #NadiaAlmada #bigbrother #unbelievablebritain #podcast #realstories Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    56 min
  3. The Gangster Who Found Redemption | Pastor Mick Fleming with Victoria Derbyshire

    Jun 4

    The Gangster Who Found Redemption | Pastor Mick Fleming with Victoria Derbyshire

    From dealing drugs to running food banks, scraping together £20 to having £300k in the bank, Pastor Mick Fleming has had an extraordinary life - marked by crime, violence but full of forgiveness and redemption. In this week's Unbelievable Britain, Pastor Mick speaks candidly to Victoria Derbyshire about his very unconventional route to salvation — his troubled past, the events that led him down a destructive path, and the voice of God that changed his life forever. He reflects on faith, and the challenges facing some of the most vulnerable people in society today. Now the founder of Church on the Street, Mick dedicates his life to supporting those struggling with homelessness, addiction and poverty, offering practical help and hope to people who often feel forgotten. Content Warning: This interview contains reference to child sexual abuse, drugs and violence. If you have been affected by anything in this episode please contact: NSPCC (National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children) Website: https://www.nspcc.org.uk Helpline: 0808 800 5000 Childline (for anyone under 19) Website: https://www.childline.org.uk Phone: 0800 1111 (free, confidential, 24/7) NAPAC (National Association for People Abused in Childhood) Website: https://napac.org.uk Support Line: 0808 801 0331 Church on the Street (community support, recovery, addiction and homelessness services) Website: https://www.cots-ministries.co.uk Phone: 01282 222 203 WithYou (drug, alcohol and mental health support) Website: https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk Online support and local services available via the website. Change Grow Live (drug, alcohol, mental health and wellbeing support) Website: https://www.changegrowlive.org Find local services and support through the website. 🎧 Listen now. #unbelieveablebritain #mickfleming #churchonthestreet #addictionrecovery #homelessness #faith #redemption #podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 1m
  4. What Three Decades in the MET Taught Me | Jackie Malton with Victoria Derbyshire

    May 28

    What Three Decades in the MET Taught Me | Jackie Malton with Victoria Derbyshire

    Jackie Malton is the groundbreaking former Met detective who inspired Helen Mirren’s iconic character DCI Jane Tennison in Prime Suspect. Over a 28-year career in policing, Jackie worked in elite units including the Flying Squad, Murder Squad and Fraud Squad, while battling alcoholism and navigating life as an openly gay woman in a deeply male-dominated world. Now one of the UK’s leading police drama consultants, Jackie opens up about corruption, addiction, identity, the realities of policing in the 70s and 80s, and the experiences that helped shape one of television’s most legendary detectives. She also reflects on modern policing, the heartbreaking cases that have stayed with her, and what she’s learnt about herself along the way. Content warning: This episode contains discussions of violence, addiction, discrimination, abuse, and traumatic real-life events. Viewer discretion is advised. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 4m
  5. "I Just Quietly Live My Life, Identifying as Barbie” | Rachel Evans with Victoria Derbyshire

    May 21

    "I Just Quietly Live My Life, Identifying as Barbie” | Rachel Evans with Victoria Derbyshire

    Human Barbie, Rachel Evans has spent two decades transforming herself through fitness, fashion and cosmetic procedures.   But behind the hyper-feminine image is a story shaped by grief, bullying, loneliness, survival and extraordinary reinvention.  She opens up about the roots of her love of Barbie and what it feels like to become known around the world for your appearance. If you’ve been affected by anything in this episode, you can contact Samaritans free at any time on 116 123, or visit samaritans.org. #plasticsurgery #cosmeticsurgery #barbiedoll #humanbarbie #bodytransformation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    52 min
  6. Whatever Happened to Big Brother's Pete Bennett? | Victoria Derbyshire

    May 14

    Whatever Happened to Big Brother's Pete Bennett? | Victoria Derbyshire

    Pete Bennett became one of the most unforgettable winners in Big Brother history. He stormed to victory in 2006 after his humour, honesty and openness about living with Tourette’s charmed the nation. Whilst his sweet on air love story with Nikki Graham became of reality TVs iconic relationships.  But behind the fame was a far more complicated story. From bullying to grief, the traumatic loss of a close friend and later the devastating loss of Nikki to anorexia, mental health struggles and the darker side of sudden celebrity. In this episode of Unbelievable Britain, Pete opens up about the chaos of overnight fame, losing himself after the show, and finding purpose through music, creativity and performance. Plus, one of Pete's joyful creations makes a surprise appearance.  Raw, funny and deeply honest, this is the untold story behind one of Britain’s most iconic reality stars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    37 min
  7. My Life Was Wasted Before I Lost My Limbs | Alex Lewis with Victoria Derbyshire

    May 7

    My Life Was Wasted Before I Lost My Limbs | Alex Lewis with Victoria Derbyshire

    Alex Lewis was a pub landlord and father living an ordinary life when he caught a "cold." That cold was actually Strep A, that left him on the point of death, with a 1% chance of survival. To save his life surgeons amputated all four limbs and part of his face. But instead of giving up, he rebuilt himself in extraordinary fashion. In this powerful episode of Unbelievable Britain, Alex opens up about the terrifying moment everything changed, the trauma his family endured, and the mindset that carried him through over 130 hours of surgery and years of rehabilitation. Now an adventurer, campaigner and disability advocate, Alex has gone on to kayak Greenland, climb mountains, row across Britain and help transform the lives of amputees through the Alex Lewis Trust and FLOAT Foundation. This is a story about survival, identity, resilience and what the human spirit is truly capable of. For more information about the work Alex and The FLOAT Foundation carries out and how to support please visit www.the-alff.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    56 min
  8. Reality Star. Real Survivor. Malin Andersson Beyond Love Island | Victoria Derbyshire

    Apr 30

    Reality Star. Real Survivor. Malin Andersson Beyond Love Island | Victoria Derbyshire

    Malin Andersson shot to fame on Love Island, but away from the spotlight she was facing a far more difficult reality, including abusive relationships and sexual assault. In this powerful episode of Unbelievable Britain, she opens up to Victoria Derbyshire about overcoming abuse, addiction, grief and the devastating loss of her daughter, and how she has rebuilt her life with purpose. From navigating intense public scrutiny to becoming a mother and finding strength in vulnerability, Malin speaks with honesty about resilience, healing and reclaiming control of her story. If you or someone you know needs support: 📞 National Domestic Abuse Helpline (24/7): 0808 2000 247 🌐 https://refuge.org.uk/ 🚨 If you are in immediate danger, call 999. You can use the Silent Solution if you can’t speak. 🔔 Follow & Subscribe to Victoria Derbyshire's Unbelievable Britain for more extraordinary stories told by the people who lived them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    47 min
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Real 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 with you, they can change the way you see your own life.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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