REAL LIVES

Naomi Channell
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Coming 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’s first commercial surrogate to a woman jilted at the altar, and even a death doula who helps people face the end — these are stories of resilience, heartbreak, survival, and reinvention. Twisting, gripping, and deeply human, REAL LIVES invites you into the moments that changed everything. These aren’t just stories. They’re real lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 8 HR AGO

    'A Tragedy Turned Me Into An Undercover Cop.... with a Death Wish'

    Todd's life was going well, he had just joined the police, he'd met a woman he loved and he doted on her young son. But just after they saw in the new millennium - Todd's world changed in an instant. And the tragic event from that day, led him to becoming an undercover cop... who didn't care if he lived or died. Todd's story is raw, real and inspiring and now he is turning his pain into purpose and has now put his story into a book that he hopes will encourage people to talk about their mental health, and save lives. This is REAL LIVES. To buy Todd's book 'Donny - An Undercover Cop with a Death Wish' , see the links below: https://toddmaguire.com.au/ - Australia https://www.amazon.co.uk/Donny-undercover-deathwish-Todd-Maguire/dp/1764384407 - UK https://www.amazon.in/Donny-undercover-deathwish-Todd-Maguire-ebook/dp/B0GTX5WMFT - eBook If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you: https://patreon.com/REALtruecrimepodcast If you need support with mental health and suicidal thoughts, please see the links below to organisations that can help: https://www.mind.org.uk/ - Mental health & Identity support https://www.spuk.org.uk/ - Suicide Prevention UK https://www.samaritans.org/ - The Samaritans https://988lifeline.org/ - Suicide Prevention USA https://www.suicidepreventionaust.org/ - Suicide Prevention Australia https://www.pieta.ie/ - Suicide Prevention Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    56 min

  2. 6 DAYS AGO

    'When Families End Up in Court, No One Really Wins'

    For the last 25 years, Paula Rhone-Adrien has represented thousands of clients in UK family courts. From child abductions to cases involving domestic violence, Paula is here today to bust some of the myths that can be assumed when it comes to family law and how allegations of crime within the home are more common than we realise. To follow Paula on social media, see here: https://www.instagram.com/paula.rhoneadrien/ https://www.tiktok.com/@family_law_guru_uk Her website is: https://www.lambbuilding.co.uk/members/paula-rhone-adrien/ To support the show, you can do so here, thank you: https://patreon.com/REALtruecrimepodcast If you need help or support with domestic abuse please get in touch with the following organisations: https://havendas.org.uk/ - UK https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/ - UK https://mankind.org.uk/ - Support for male victims  https://safelives.org.uk/ - UK https://www.victimsupportni.com/help-for-victims/domestic-violence/ - Northern Ireland https://mapni.co.uk/ - Northern Ireland for men  https://sdvs.ie/ - Ireland https://www.mensaid.ie/ - Ireland for men  https://www.lifewire.org/ - USA https://www.thehotline.org/resources/men-can-be-victims-of-abuse-too/ - USA for men  https://www.rizeup.com.au/ - Australia https://mensline.org.au/family-violence/ - Australia  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min

  3. 13 APR

    'I Caught a British Serial Killer'

    Former murder detective Colin Sutton has achieved something only few can say they have done in their lives. He caught one of the UK's most violent serial killers ans well as one of the country's most depraved predators. In this episode, we hear directly from Colin about the highs and lows of his career and the moments that stuck with him. This is REAL LIVES. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you: https://patreon.com/REALtruecrimepodcast To buy Colin's books, see here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Colin-Sutton/author/B07MQ8ML63?ref=ap_rdr&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Colin's upcoming tour dates are here: https://www.ents24.com/uk/tour-dates/colin-sutton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min

  4. 6 APR

    'My Sister's Murder Changed My Life'

    When Bernie was told his sister had been murdered by her partner in 2012, he never could have predicted the way his life was going to change forever. Bernie now runs 'What Makes A Man' - an innovative enterprise that teaches men and boys about masculinity and how to end violence against women and girls. This is REAL LIVES. To support the show, you can do so here, thank you: https://patreon.com/REALtruecrimepodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink To follow Bernie on Instagram, see here: https://www.instagram.com/_whatmakesaman_/ To find out more about the work Bernie does, his website is here: https://innovativeenterprise.co.uk/portfolio/wmam/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min

  5. 30 MAR

    'My Sister's Lies Tore My Family Apart'

    When Suzanne was growing up, she was close to her big sister. But when she was 17, Suzanne's parent's told her her sister had accused Suzanne of the ultimate betrayal and 30 years on, the sisters continue to be estranged. Suzanne's here today to tell her story and how one vicious rumour almost ruined her reputation and meant that she never spoke to her again. This is REAL LIVES. If you'd like to support the show, you can join Patreon for early ad-free access and extra content for £2 a month: https://patreon.com/REALtruecrimepodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink If you need support with family estrangement please see here: https://www.standalone.org.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min

  6. 24 MAR

    'I Met My Husband Through Writing Prison Letters'

    When Deb Cullen started writing letters to a violent prisoner in a psychiatric prison as a teenager, she didn't expect that her would soon be her husband. Deb had been a law abiding citizen, but when her husband got out of prison, it wasn't long before she found herself in one too.... This is REAL LIVES. To support the show and get add free access to REAL LIVES and REAL for £2 a month, plus other benefits, please see here, thank you so much: https://patreon.com/REALtruecrimepodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink To buy Deb's book 'Letters: A True Crime Memoir' see here: https://amzn.eu/d/0dOdfXwj To follow Deb on TikTok, see here: https://www.tiktok.com/@debcullen4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    55 min

  7. 17 MAR

    'My Daughter Died... And Now She's Saving Others'

    In October 2024, six-year-old Ruby Rose Trussler became ill. Her family thought she had a sickness bug, but the reality was far worse. Ruby died after contracting sepsis following an operation she had 7 months prior. Their lives have been forever changed and now they have launched an independent charity called The Ruby Rose Foundation - a charity committed to education around sepsis, bereavement support and a mission to save lives. This episode is heartbreaking and inspiring in equal measure. This is REAL LIVES. The Ruby Rose Foundation Website: https://therubyrosefoundation.co.uk/ To Donate to their charity, you can do so here: https://www.justgiving.com/charity/therubyrosefoundation For more information on Sepsis and it's symptoms, see here: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sepsis/ If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here: https://patreon.com/REALtruecrimepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min

  8. 10 MAR

    'I Had No Idea My Ex Was Stalking Me'

    When actress Nicola Holt received a message from a film director called Kevin on social media, she was excited to get her teeth into some new projects. Their relationship became romantic and Nicola was hopeful for the future. But something was niggling her and after some digging she discovered that Kevin had a long term partner and that he was living a double life. The relationship ended and Nicola moved on.... but Kevin didn't..... She started seeing Kevin everywhere, in areas he would never need to be. And then she looked under her partners car and saw something that would show just how obsessed Kevin had become. This is REAL LIVES. If you'd like to support the show and join me over on Patreon, please see here, thank you: https://patreon.com/REALtruecrimepodcast The Cyber Helpline - Cyberstalking Action Plan https://www.thecyberhelpline.com/cyberstalking-action-plan The National Stalking Helpline https://www.suzylamplugh.org/pages/category/national-stalking-helpline How To Detect a GPS Tracker on Your Car https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Cuoyuqzm60 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    46 min
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Coming 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’s first commercial surrogate to a woman jilted at the altar, and even a death doula who helps people face the end — these are stories of resilience, heartbreak, survival, and reinvention. Twisting, gripping, and deeply human, REAL LIVES invites you into the moments that changed everything. These aren’t just stories. They’re real lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Naomi Channell
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Naomi Channell
  • Show Website
    REAL LIVES

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