Unexpected Turns

Unexpected Turns delves into the lives of the bold, brave truly inspirational people whose lives have taken an unexpected turn. Join Anne, Bev and Julie to hear their amazing stories, be it surviving a prison cell in Myanmar, or learning to walk and even fly again after being paralysed. Jolted out of their comfort zone our guests have gone on to achieve great things.

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Q&A with Brian Wheeler-defying the medics

Did Brian complete his challenge? Today he tells us how he got on and answers some of the many questions you sent in. But what has he been up to since? Listen in and find out at the end of this episode. Join Anne, Bev and Julie in the first of our Question & Answer shows. Today Brian Wheeler a competitive runner, rower and pilot who became paralysed overnight is back to answer your questions. Having been told he was unlikely to ever walk again Brian set about defying medical logic. Not only ...

Mar 07, 2023•46 min

Unexpected Turns Brian Wheeler: defying the odds

Unexpected Turns delves into the lives of the bold, brave truly inspirational people whose lives have taken an unexpected turn. Brian describes his journey as a catalogue of failure and rejection, yet against all odds and defying medical logic he has truimphed. A competitive runner and rower Brian became paralysed overnight. Join Anne, Bev and Julie to hear his incredible story, of overcoming paralysis in order to run and fly again. His determination to walk and support others has resulted in hi...

Mar 06, 2023•44 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Unexpected Turns: Chris & Gabs Cycle the World

This was our 1st episode and now a few thousand downloads later we are republishing it with a quick update. Unexpected Turns delves into the lives of the bold, brave, truly inspirational people whose lives have taken an unexpected turn, none more so than our first guests, Chris O'Hare and Gabs Gratrix, who are cycling around the world, well they are currently holed up in Georgia due to Covid restrictions. Join Anne, Bev and Julie to hear their amazing stories, of camping under bridges in the sno...

Mar 03, 2023•47 min•Season 1Ep. 1

What's happening? Birthdays&More

What's happening? When is the next show? Lots of you have been asking what are we up to? What are our season 1 guests up to right now? Listen in to find out.

Mar 03, 2023•2 min

It’s all Communication-

We are social animals, we reach out to others from birth using smiles and cries, but what is it like communication fails? We set up this podcast to reach out and share our stories. Like us many of our guests share how often communication breaks down and how that makes them feel. Www.speechand language.org.uk, www.autism.org.uk,

Jan 26, 2023•2 min

Aileen Unedited

Today we publish the unedited version of Joanne interviewing her grandma, Aileen. We were lucky enough to have Aileen Tattersall tell us about her experience of WW2 in Wales. Aileen is an amazing woman, after the war she took up fencing and represented her country internationally, before having a family and becoming an extremely popular teacher. After publishing her episode in November, several people asked about her recovery from a stroke and the difficulties she has overcome. We also felt this...

Jan 12, 2023•1 hr 11 min

Ep 18 Trailer , WW2 Hilary: Miracle baby

A sneak preview of next week's episode with the very regal, Hilary, who was a very welcome unexpected turn in the lives of her recently retired parents. Talking to Hilary I was constantly reminded of Queen Elizabeth II, for whom Hilary had huge respect.

Sep 15, 2022•3 min

Preview Unexpected Turns part 2

We are back with a host of extraordinary guests whose inner strength and determination has seen them navigate unexpected turns triumphing over adversity to achieve success. Join Anne, Bev and Julie as we explore the lives of some truly remarkable people. Whatever life brings our guests are ready to triumph.

Jun 30, 2022•4 min

Unexpected Turns December Update

Unexpected Turns, well this isn't the episode we promised you. Covid has impacted several of our guests plans, so here is a quick update on some of our amazing guests for next year.

Dec 30, 2021•3 min

Brian Wheeler Q & A Ep4 Trailer

Join Anne, Bev and Julie in the first of our Question & Answer shows. Today Brian Wheeler a competitive runner, rower and pilot who became paralysed overnight is back to answer your questions. Having been told he was unlikely to ever walk again Brian set about defying medical logic. Not only was Brian determined to get out of his wheelchair and walk he wanted to run and fly again. Now a trustee for Aerobility, a charity which allows people with disabilities to fly, he set himself the target ...

Nov 13, 2021•41 sec

Unexpected Turns Question & Answers

This is a quick update and thanks from the hosts, Anne, Bev and Julie. Unexpected Turns delves into the lives of the bold, brave, truly incredible people whose lives have taken an unexpected turn. Firstly, huge thanks to both our listeners and guests for all your messages of support. We really do appreciate you taking the time to contact us. All of our guests will appear on two shows, one an initial chat with us and then a follow up show where they will answer questions sent in by you our listen...

Oct 28, 2021•3 min

Unexpected Turns Trailer

Unexpected Turns delves into the lives of the bold, brave truly inspirational people whose lives have taken an unexpected turn. Join Anne, Bev and Julie to hear their amazing stories, be it surviving a prison cell In Myanmar, or learning to walk and even fly again. Jolted out of their comfort zone our guests have all achieved great things. If you have a question or message for us, or any of our guests send an email to Unexpectedturnspod@aol.com. Or contact us on Instagram @unexpextedturnspod. Fe...

Oct 08, 2021•2 min

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