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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Signup to Generate a PitchUnexpected 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.
Unexpected Turns is hosted by Anne Dibben. The show has published 57 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Bob: Life at 102yrs young" (20 March 2025, 64 minutes), "Cheryl: Give Yourself Time To Grieve" (29 August 2024, 33 minutes), and "Top 10-Chris Reeves: 'Be your own hero"." (16 August 2024, 60 minutes).
Unexpected Turns publishes roughly a few times a week, with episodes averaging 43 minutes across 57 episodes.
Booking probability for Unexpected Turns is 29%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Unexpected Turns requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Unexpected Turns's contact route on record: public web form.
Anne Dibben hosts Unexpected Turns, a society show with 57 episodes published.
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Unexpected Turns
It was a real privilege to spend an afternoon with 102yr veteran Bob and his wife June. Bob loves life and enjoys every day, chatting , playing the piano, games and the occasional dance with his wife. Listen in to find...
Episode #22
Cheryl and her husband finally had the beautiful baby they had longed for. Everything seemed perfect but then the worries crept in. Unable to cope her husband shut himself off, effectively making Cheryl a single parent...
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No.1 Chris Reeves, 'Be your own hero'. <br /> Join Anne, Bev and Julie as they delve into the life of Chris Reeves, consumed with guilt Chris became so exhausted he would get out of bed to go downstairs to sleep on the...
Unexpected Turns
Top 2 Emma founder of spectrum of Misconception.. Does my child have Autism? Emma was positive her newborn Zach had Autism, and if he did what next? Frustrated at every turn, Emma set out to gain the knowledge and...
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Our Top 3 episode and definitely one of our favourites. <br /> We were honoured to talk to the indomitable Pat Brambani about her life as a penniless child in the 1930s to finding happiness and respect as a young adult...
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Next up at No. 4 the inspirational Chris and Gabs. <br /> 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...
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Next up Top 5, Brian Wheeler. <br /> 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...
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Since this episode was released Jane has achieved masses, including getting her dream job! Jane James, always up for a laugh and fiercely protective of her friends and family Jane was a joy to be around. Then suddenly...
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One summer's day Alice arrived home, stepped out of the car, and stared as her beloved cottage slowly crumbled. Artist, mother, writer, school librarian, Alice May. Instagram : @alicegmay www.alicegmay.com What...
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Next in our top 10! <br /> Join Anne, Bev and Julie as we delve into the life of photographer, stunt man, adventurer and code writer Les Morales. After a relationship ended badly Les bought a camera to fill the void...
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One of our most popular episodes! <br /> Professional cyclist and now 'Gravel King' Ian Boswell joins us along with former World tour Teammate, Jon Dibben. Ian, 'The Bos', was destined to join the elite group of Grand...
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Tegan " What if my whole life goes by and I get to the end thinking 'what happened?'" This episode also showcases why we started this podcast.
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At No. 10. the amazing Sian. One of the strongest people I know Sian bravely set off having successfully negotiated the many hoops needed to get a work visa. As with all adventurers Sian appreciates the little things...
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Ever wondered which are our most downloaded episodes from Season 1 ? We will be releasing a count down tomorrow! <br /> And hopefully we will be back with our latest Episodes from Season 2 very soon. Thank you for...
Episode #23
What is coming up next on the show? We are excited about our next show, 'The House that sat down'. Unfortunately due to a few technically issues, this won't be published until the end of July. Meanwhile do take the...
Episode #23
What gives you strength? Forca against Cancer is giving cancer warriors strength and support. It was started by a group of friends to support, the truly inspirational Carla Whitbread. Today the charity has grown and is...
Episode #22
Sam is a determined, successful woman, who oozes positive energy, so what prompted her to say, "There are worse addictions to have?" Listen to find out how Sam went from skipping PE to winning body building competitions.
Episode #21
How did Robert go from training pampered pooches, and there even more pampered owners to dealing with wild animals and rivers in deepest Alaska. And what is he planning next?
Episode #24
Her life in the country surrounded by farms sounded idyllic. Waking up to the sounds of birds and animals, no one worried about locking their doors, or cars, so why did Heather swap it for a home in a rundown city where...
Episode #19
Finally, I get to chat with Jon about his love of racing, the highs and lows and the determination needed to succeed . Listen in to find out how Mars bars led to the World Championships.
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