In the UK, there are more than 100,000 strokes every year. That’s one stroke every 5 minutes. Around the world there are as many as 15 million people suffering from the illness every year. It is usually sudden and can be a devastating illness – and so on the Stroke Stories podcast, we’ve been seeking out inspiring stories of stroke survivors. We hear their stories about their struggles, what drove them forward, and how they look back on their stroke now they're on the road to recovery. So jo ...
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Journalist, restaurant critic, and Masterchef judge Jimi Famurewa talks to some of the world’s most loved public figures from different backgrounds, who each have their own unique experiences and emotional responses to the question of Where’s Home Really? Jimi asks each guest to reveal a person, a phrase, a place and a plate that best represent what home means to them – with fun, fascinating, and moving results to help us better understand ourselves, our neighbours, and the modern world. Don ...
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Laura White who suffered a stroke at the age of 34 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Susan McAlpine, she suffered a stroke at the age of 59 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Julie Gamez who suffered a stroke at the age of 32 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Jim Fisher from South East London, who suffered a stroke at the age of 32 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Chris and Misty Adkins. Chris was 49 when he suffered a stroke. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Hub Miller. Hub suffered a stroke at the age of 41. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Myra Gonzalez, who suffered a stroke at the age of 53 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Kelly Tinsley, who suffered a stroke at the age of 28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Ben Spektor, who suffered a stroke at the age of 29. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Milton White, who suffered a stroke at the age of 53 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Eve Alexander-Cookhorn who suffered a stroke at the age of 53 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to LeAnn Seung Walton, who suffered a stroke at the age of 44. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Rachel Miller who suffered a stroke at the age of 46 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Sally Antrobus who suffered a stroke at the age of 45 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode, we spoke to Lisa Beaumont who suffered a stroke at the age of 44. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S2 Ep10: Where's Home Really... for Adjoa Andoh?
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“I think it’s fair to say Bridgerton has had a seismic effect on storytelling.” Hollywood actor and star of hit Netflix series 'Bridgerton', Adjoa Andoh, joins Jimi in this fascinating, funny, and thoughtful episode that brings to close Series 2 of Where’s Home Really? Adjoa, whose roles include the Oscar-nominated 'Invictus' opposite Morgan Freema…
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Lynne Cameron who suffered a stroke at the age of 57 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S2 Ep9: Where's Home Really... for Eddie Kadi?
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"Doing Strictly this year, I was able to live a dream… but at the same time showcase who I am, my culture, tell my story." In this penultimate episode of the series, Jimi catches up with comedian and presenter Eddie Kadi, fresh slipping off his dancing shoes having competed in 2023’s Strictly Come Dancing. A powerhouse of positivity and humour, Edd…
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Lisa Pearson who suffered a stroke at the age of 44 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S2 Ep8: Where's Home Really... for Monica Galetti?
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“To be pulled in so many different directions, for the first time I felt I couldn’t manage it all - so I had to let Masterchef go for a year.” Chef and TV presenter Monica Galetti joins Jimi to talk about her fascinating life growing up in American Samoa and New Zealand - and then moving across the world to learn under the demanding eye of the one …
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In this episode, we spoke to Danny Teare, who suffered a stroke at the age of 44 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S2 Ep7: Where's Home Really... for Nish Kumar?
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'I’m still trying to wrap my head around the fact that I will not vote for the first British Asian Prime Minister…’ Comedian and presenter Nish Kumar takes Jimi on a hilarious and thought-provoking journey through his life and career. Nish touches on what links him with Stormzy, and Kate Moss; his dad as the family bouncer; and candidly reveals the…
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Kate Green who suffered a stroke at the age of 42. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S2 Ep6: Where's Home Really... for Corinne Bailey Rae?
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"In my 20s I would have felt 'Oh these are the things that don’t make me Caribbean enough, or black enough’… Now I think 'These are the things that make me myself.’ Multi Grammy Award-winning British singer-songwriter Corinne Bailey joins Jimi to discuss growing up in Leeds with little money, share vivid memories of finding corners of the Caribbean…
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to James Bodin who suffered a stroke at the age of 30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S2 Ep5: Where's Home Really... for Amir Khan?
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“I walked out the bank and there were about 1,000 people outside! I was so shocked by the love they were showing me.” An Olympic silver medallist at just 17, the youngest ever British professional world boxing champion, and winning the WBA light-welterweight title at 22 - Amir Khan is a man used to being in the spotlight. Discover what he splashed …
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Cari Davies who suffered a stroke at the age of 23. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S2 Ep4: Where's Home Really... for Nadiya Hussain?
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"My mum always says to me, ‘Where are you going to get back to the kids?’ And my grandma will whisper, ‘Don’t listen to any of them, just keep doing it.’” Winner of the 2015 Bake Off, chef, presenter, and author of 8 cookery books including her latest title to accompany BBC TV show, Nadiya’s Simple Spices, Nadiya Hussain is a true powerhouse. Get r…
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Nicole Salzano who suffered a stroke at the age of 22 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S2 Ep3: Where's Home Really... for Ben Bailey Smith AKA Doc Brown?
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“I just got offered I’m A Celebrity for the third time… I’ve said no to all of them… I’m not tempted at all!’ Jimi’s back with another fantastic conversation, this time with rapper, actor, comedian, and screenwriter - or should we just say polymath - Ben Bailey-Smith AKA Doc Brown! Ben talks ghostwriting for one of the world’s biggest rappers, why …
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Charlie Lord, who suffered a stroke at the age of 19 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S2 Ep2: Where's Home Really... for Kamille?
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“I was crying at the side of the stage at the O2, watching her. I wanted to be her, I want people to know my name.’ Having written for stars such as Dua Lipa, Little Mix, Kylie, Clean Bandit, and many more, Kamille truly is a one-woman hitmaking machine. With the songs that she’s worked on having amassed more than 6 billion streams on Spotify, Kami…
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Anna Kerry, who suffered a stroke at the age of 35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S2 Ep1: Where's Home Really... for Andi Oliver?
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“We have this modern thing about cultural appropriation. People gave Adele a hard time for wearing her hair in knots for Carnival. Leave her alone! The girl grew up in Tottenham!” Jimi starts a new season of his award-winning podcast talking to chef, author and broadcaster, Andi Oliver. The star of BBC Two’sThe Great British Menu and more, reveals …
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Tara Eddowes who suffered a stroke at the age of 34 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S2: Where's Home Really? We're back with Season 2!
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Fresh from a coveted British Podcast Awards win for Series 1, Where's Home Really? is returning with a brand new series. MasterChef guest judge, writer and restaurant critic, Jimi Famurewa is joined by more well-known names with mixed heritage from the worlds of TV, comedy, sport, food, music and beyond - for a truly unique peek into their lives. H…
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Ahead of the return (very soon) of Where's Home Really? with Jimi Famurewa, here's the second of two podcasts we think you may enjoy in the interim. The *(Relate)able podcast, is a safe space for open and honest conversations created unapologetically for black people. This podcast explores how we relate to one another in our: intimate connections, …
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Season 2 of Where's Home Really? with Jimi Famurewa is coming very soon! Stay tuned for an announcement. In the meantime, here's one of two episodes of other podcasts you may enjoy ahead of Jimi's new series return. Wanna Be is a podcast that takes you from where you are to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less. Every week Imrie Morgan is joined…
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Claire Whitehouse who suffered a stroke in 2010 at the age of 19 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to David Kane, who suffered a stroke at the age of 47 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Andrew Reynolds who suffered a stroke at the age of 44 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Deborah Fahey, who suffered a stroke at the age of 49 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to David Hazeldine, who suffered a stroke at the age of 46 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Asrun Kolbrunardottir who suffered a stroke at the age of 41 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Hayley Fern, who suffered a stroke at the age of 48 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Louise Harris who suffered a stroke at the age of 51 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Marcia Scott, who suffered a stroke at the age of 57 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Dan Hulston. Dan suffered a stroke at the age of 31 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Pamela Irving who suffered a stroke at the age of 51. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Gary and Pauline Yates. Gary suffered a stroke at the age of 56. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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