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“Had hoped to hear an inspiring story of a strong independent educated woman revealing her vulnerability during lockdown yet managing to hold it together and survive. Instead, she settles for an uneducated, uninspiring neighbour just because he happens to be male and available during lockdown,...”Read full review »
Quamistiuokshuio via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/02/21
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“Adult ways to get it right”
Peterbees via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/11/21
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“Love this podcast but why hasn't itunes got the last two weeks's programmes broadcast on Radio 4 - ??”Read full review »
LizMac42 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/01/20
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“An emotional musical eulogy to a true maverick that I was lucky enough to spend a little time with. R.I.P. brother. X”
Festjob777 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/10/20
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“It just says something went wrong so can’t listen to any more episodes x very frustrating x”
Joe/joso/doey via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/10/19
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“I love this podcast with its varied and interesting stories. I listen at night in bed - Grace Dents voice is so slow and calm - perfect calm before sleep. Long may it continue.... please!”
Twist or bust via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/28/19
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“My favourite podcast, stories of every day people told honestly and open, always interesting, very easy to listen to, love the way it’s done and can’t wait till next episode each week.”
Woopi3 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/31/19
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“This really is a quiet incredible podcast,The diversity of topics and also the highs and lows of human life all covered here.Grace Dent is also a superb narrator as well. This is the BBC at its best”
peanutseller via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/06/19
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“This episode was so impactful and intriguing. It gave me a really different perspective , and a different insight to the mental illness. Was curious to know if you have an update on Mayas story and if you would release another podcast about it.”
Averypowers via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/06/19
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“Excellent podcast.
Many varied subjects some of which may not initially attract the listener, but each has ended up being a compelling listen.
Particularly enjoyed the dementia & farming episodes.
Hope there will be more to follow”
Wozzaman1965 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/02/19
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“I have just listened to the unidentified woman episode and felt compelled to write a review. What a desperately sad but fascinating story. Christina is such a remarkable woman with so much care and compassion for what she does. What a moving and well told story. Thank you!”
Emsmem81 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/04/19
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“I really love this podcast, I enjoy hearing the stories how they unfold as people share their hope and visions, come give it a try 📻”
kelly via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/27/18
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“Each episode focuses on a life and an impending event that change that life completely. The show typically looks at how a faceless, amoral State can and does casually disrupt or destroy the lives of its people.”
dettifoss via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/13/18
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“One of my all time favourite podcasts. Always a story about everyday problems that we all could face - some of which we hope we won't”Read full review »
Mother.Bird via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
02/28/18
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“Real life stories told with compassion and honesty. This is the opposite of artificial ‘reality’ TV, participants are treated with respect and kindness. The stories unfold with all the messiness of life. Often beautiful and moving, many of these stories have stayed with me long afterwards.”
RJC63 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/18/18
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“Really enjoy this program. Hope it returns soon!”
patchwork Sue via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/20/17
“The premise of this is great and the stories interesting but the host speaks at about 10 words a minute, so patronising and irritating!!”
The Hellewells via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/02/17
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“I like everything about this podcast except the sound levels. And the fact that the host's mouth sounds are so audible when she's speaking. It's really distracting and a bit off putting.”Read full review »
monster--rookie via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/09/17
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“This is a perfect podcast for me. Fascinating insight into other people's lives, which I find so engaging and well created. The week long special about the woman who's partner went missing is not to be missed. It's sublime.”Read full review »
MsSmithsona via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/23/17
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“So happy I stumbled upon this podcast. I absolutely love all the interesting, unique, and deeply personal stories that leave me thinking about them days after I've listened to them. Plus, Grace Dent is a fantastic host. I love her voice and her sensitivity to delicate topics. THANK YOU!!”Read full review »
janinemckeon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/10/17
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“A facinating podcast that beautifully tells the stories of ordinary and interesting people in the UK.”
RosieTWAUpod via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/23/17
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“An absolute favorite! These are stories about things you haven't stopped to think about before, because they aren't "hot topics" or frequently heard voices.
Really fresh, interesting characters with true stories about their passions and life struggles and challenges.
The hosts...”Read full review »
Larispie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/13/17
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“As an author, it's a wonderful insight into the kinds of stories you never hear above––you couldn't even write some of these situations, and yet here they are.”Read full review »
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Great Britain ·
12/30/16
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“Well worth a download, amazing stories!!!”
MattRayzie via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/22/16
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“Every episode features great stories and the presenter’s style is easy, engaging and different from the usual’ Radio 4 smug presenter style. Great storytelling and always surprising.”
commisioner via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
05/17/16
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“The premise of this series is as simple (and sincere) as a college arts project but the length of time taken on each story raises them above amateur into really affecting, genuine portraits of people. A number of episodes brought me to the verge of tears, (although I think the intimacy of hearing...”Read full review »
Boristhegopher via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/27/16
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“These localised documentaries of everyday people are quite fascinating. I look forward to hearing more. I always like Ms Dent's work and this seems to be a much subtler approach than normal.”Read full review »
Scubadog1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/13/16
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“The stories seem interesting so the podcast has potential to tell the stories of regular people and communities. However they need to sort out their volume levels, the sound is far too quiet. I also don't particularly enjoy the hosts voice, it's somewhat sickly.”Read full review »
Lukef87 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/21/16
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“Really keen to see how this podcast grows. The first episode was really interesting and in a short space of time I was told a lot about what sort of people the subjects were. Excellent.”
BobbyTurkalino via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/13/16
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