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Brushwood Media NetworkGina Gardiner & Friends - Pulk & Peak Cold Fronteer ExpeditionPulk & Peak Cold Fronteer Expedition at the beginning of February 2026
Michael Cullen - (Speedo Mick - walked well over 2000 miles in just his speedos and footwear. He raised awareness and over 1 million pounds) raising money for his foundation to support those with mental illness, the homeless and disadvantaged children
Fatima Whitbread MBE - international World Record Holder and multiple Olympic medalist, a survivor of the care system and founder of Fatima's UK Campaign which focuses on bringing about positive change to the Care System in the UK raising money for Fatima's Uk Campaign
Davi...
2026-01-081h 00
Gina Gardiner & FriendsGina Gardiner & Friends - Pulk & Peak Cold Fronteer ExpeditionPulk & Peak Cold Fronteer Expedition at the beginning of February 2026
Michael Cullen - (Speedo Mick - walked well over 2000 miles in just his speedos and footwear. He raised awareness and over 1 million pounds) raising money for his foundation to support those with mental illness, the homeless and disadvantaged children
Fatima Whitbread MBE - international World Record Holder and multiple Olympic medalist, a survivor of the care system and founder of Fatima's UK Campaign which focuses on bringing about positive change to the Care System in the UK raising money for Fatima's Uk Campaign
Davi...
2026-01-081h 00
Lives Less OrdinaryFatima Whitbread: from abandoned baby to world championFatima Whitbread grew up in a UK children’s home. She found both a mother and a coach in one person – going on to break the javelin world record and become an Olympic medallist.
Fatima spent her first 14 years in a series of institutions after being abandoned as a baby. She longed for stability and love, and found both in an unexpected place – on the sports field. Coach Margaret Whitbread spotted her talent early, and when she discovered that the young Fatima was growing up without a family, invited her to spend some time with her own. Holiday visits soon t...
2026-01-0540 min
Rejuvenate Podcast with Elwin Robinson & Krissy HawkesLearn to Overcome Adversity and Thrive with World Champion Fatima Whitbread | RP Ep. 143If you’d like to know which Genetic Factors are influencing your Health go to https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/And remember to use code “REJUVENATE” to tell them we sent you and to get 20% OFF your first order.To sign up for Hormetics products and the clinical study go to: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/collections/hormetics-weight-optimization-systemYou can find Fatima here: https://www.fatimascampaign.com/contactusYou can follow Elwin on X/Twitter @elwinrobinson and all his other Socials are here: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinsonAnd you can find Krissy o...
2025-12-091h 14
The Good Listening To Show: Stories of Distinction & GeniusLeadership Reflections: Leading With Radical Responsibility as a Catalyst for Change with Gina GardinerSend us a textWhat if the moments that break you could become the blueprint for how you lead? That’s the heartbeat of our conversation with Gina Gardiner—leader, author, broadcaster, and unapologetic catalyst for change—who turned a devastating ski accident and years of chronic pain into a living masterclass on resilient, human leadership.We trace the arc from breaking gender barriers as a young deputy head, to running a high-performing school largely from a wheelchair, to building a global platform that champions empowerment and psychological safety. Gina shares the operating system she design...
2025-12-091h 01
Crazy Sexy FoodFatima Whitbread: From Abandoned Baby to World ChampionThis week I’m joined but one of the most inspirational women I’ve ever met; Fatima Whitbread. As an Olympic javelin champion, and world record holder, Fatima’s lifestory is one that will blow your mind.Behind all the global success, Fatima’s start in life was not for the fainthearted. She was abandoned by her birth mother as a small baby and subsequently spent her childhood in the care system before being fostered. She has experienced it all, but has used her platform to fight for a better care system in the UK. Through her charity...
2025-11-181h 10
Inspirational People, Inspirational Stories with Doug D Gordon2X Olympic medalist, Fatima Whitbread - Mindset and mental healthINSPIRATIONAL PEOPLE, INSPIRATIONAL STORIES with award winning speaker, coach, trainer, healer and bestselling author (Charge Yourself Up For Success) Doug GordonIn this episode, Doug sits down with Fatima Whitbread MBE — an Olympic legend, world champion javelin thrower, and inspirational humanitarian. Fatima shares her incredible life journey — from being abandoned as a baby and growing up in care to discovering her inner strength, discipline, and competitive mindset that led her to become a two-time Olympian and global sporting icon.Today, Fatima channels that same resilience into The Fatima Campaign UK, her charity dedicated to empowering vuln...
2025-10-1343 min
The England Athletics Podcast#79: Glasgow 2026 - Three-time Commonwealth champion Tessa Sanderson reminiscesThe latest England Athletics Podcast, featuring three-time Commonwealth champion Tessa Sanderson, is the first of a series of episodes building up to the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Sanderson won for England in 1978, 1986 and 1990 and also famously took home the gold medal from the 1984 Olympic Games. She made history as the first black British woman to win the Olympics and the first Briton to win an Olympic throwing event.
In conversation with host Alex Seftel, coinciding with Black History Month, she discusses her battles with great rivals like Fatima Whitbread and how she excelled at major championships when it mattered.
2025-10-1032 min
Les Icônes du Jour#16 Fatima Whitbread – Championne de javelot et activiste pour les enfants des foyers🔥 Avant de devenir championne du monde, Fatima Whitbread a grandi dans des foyers d’accueil.Elle a connu l’abandon, la violence, le rejet.Et pourtant, elle a transformé cette rage en force.Au point de devenir une légende de l’athlétisme britannique, médaillée olympique, et détentrice d’un record du monde au lancer de javelot.🎙️ Dans cet épisode des Icônes du Jour, tu découvriras :– Comment Fatima a survécu à une enfance brisée,– Comment le sport est devenu son refuge et son cri de revanche,– Et com...
2025-08-2503 min
Extraordinary Life StoriesFatima Whitbread MBE | Extraordinary Life StoriesIn this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds talks with Fatima Whitbread MBE
2025-06-1434 min
Genuinely YouGina Gardiner & Friends: Fatima Whitbread Welcome to the 'Gina Gardiner & Friends Show' - this episode features my guest, Fatima Whitbread whose theme was 'Tune in and find out'.
About The Show
The Gina Gardiner & Friends Show is an opportunity to hear an inspirational story and the inside track on the amazing expertise of my guests. Relaxed and conversational - why not grab a cup of your favourite brew, draw up a seat and join me and my friend for positive take-aways, tons of inspiration, shifts in perspective, and a sense of hope and possibility!
Please let us know...
2025-06-061h 00
The Social Work Community PodcastA day at Fatima Whitbread's One Voice SummitListen to Sharmeen Ziauddin's (career editor at Community Care) report from the One Voice Summit which was held at the London Guildhall on 24 & 25 April 2025.The summit, was organised by Olympian Fatima Whitbread’s charitable organisation Fatima’s UK Campaign. The main aim of the charity is to ‘create a safer, happier, and healthier environment for children, ensuring they can read their full potential’.The One Voice Summit brought together many different organisations and individuals involved in the care system. This included charities, social enterprises, politicians, local authorities, academics and care-experienced people. You'll be hearing from Fati...
2025-04-2921 min
James O'Brien DailyDoes the UK need a criminal immigrant league table?Pope Francis died in the early hours of Easter Monday. His funeral will take place on Saturday, which will start the first of nine days of global mourning. A liberal Pope, his attitudes were both loved and controversial. James asks what it means to be Catholic, and why Pope Francis’ death has generated such an extraordinary response.Also, for the first time, the Home Office is to publish the nationalities of criminal immigrants in the UK. Why are Labour doing this and why would anyone welcome this policy?And, James speaks to Fatima Whitbread MBE, fo...
2025-04-2259 min
Gina Gardiner & FriendsGina Gardiner & Friends with Fatima Whitbread SummitFatima spent the first 14 years of her life in children's homes after being abandoned as a baby. After being fostered, she went on to break the javelin world record and win world and European Championship gold. Fatima now campaigns to improve the care system and ensure children in care are "seen, heard and valued". She represents the care system sector and celebrate our young children, the remarkable resilience they show. Fatima founded the Campaign as she believes that there is still significant progress to be made in helping the care experienced with a better start in life.
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2025-02-101h 02
Virtually ParkinsonVirtually Parkinson Interviews Fatima WhitbreadIn this powerful episode of Virtually Parkinson, AI Michael Parkinson sits down with Olympian and World Champion Fatima Whitbread for an emotional and thought-provoking conversation. Fatima shares deeply personal stories about her childhood in care and the challenges she faced within a broken system.She also discusses her inspiring efforts to create change through 'Fatima's Campaign,' an initiative dedicated to improving the care system for vulnerable children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025-01-2753 min
The D.A.R.E. Podcast (a #successfulmindset podcast) with Host Prof Miranda K. BrawnD.A.R.E Ep12 - I'm a Celeb Star & World Javelin Olympian Fatima Whitbread MBE on Success, Child Abuse & her Care CharityThe D.A.R.E. Podcast Episode 12 launches our Season Two with a new series called "Lady Talks". Learn how a global sports legend developed one of the most successful mindsets in the history of sports after an abusive start in life and how she overcame life in the UK care system from the age of 3 months to achieve global success and personal happiness. She is now an author and the Founder of her own Charity called "Fatima's UK Campaign" where she helps young people in the care system.
2025-01-101h 00
Friday Sports Kick Off with Andy HodgsonFormula 1, Fatima Whitbread & Fulham at home with Antony Costa!This week on the Friday Sports Kick Off it's all about the F's! Mark Marlow is our Trade Fan Phone In caller, talking all about the Formula 1.Queen of the Jungle and former javelin world record holder, Fatima Whitbread chats to Andy about I'm A Celeb and her new children's book!Plus Antony Costa from Blue pops in to chat about Tottenham - he's off to watch them play Fulham next month - and Blue's tour with Olly Murs next year!
2024-11-2227 min
The Silent EpidemicEpisode 12: Fatima Whitbread - My Life And The Care SystemIn this episode of The Silent Epidemic, host Hatice Mehmet-Quirk sits down with the inspiring Fatima Whitbread, Olympic legend and fierce advocate for young people in the UK’s care system. Fatima’s extraordinary journey—from a childhood marked by trauma and abandonment to becoming a world record-breaking javelin thrower—shines a light on the urgent need for systemic reform and better mental health support for children in care.Together, they delve into Fatima’s personal experiences in children's homes and the immense emotional toll faced by youth in the care system. Fatima shares how her campaign, Fatima’s U...
2024-11-1853 min
Able to CareI'm a Celebrity Star Fatima Whitbread on Her Care CampaignWelcome to Season 2 of the Able to Care Podcast! 🎉 And launch of the ablehub.uk membership site.
Join host Andy Baker in this powerful season launch episode featuring Olympic medallist and British javelin icon, Fatima Whitbread. Dive into an inspiring discussion on resilience, advocacy, and transformation within the UK care system.
Fatima’s story—from her challenging childhood in the care system to her rise as a legendary athlete—reveals a remarkable dedication to uplifting children in care. With her UK campaign, she aims to unite social workers, caregivers, and educators to create a collaborative support ne...
2024-11-051h 06
The Dadsnet Podcast with JK & AlFatima Whitbread | My Bright Shining StarLegendary javelin thrower, Fatima Whitbread, talks to Al about her new book My Bright Shining Star, based around children in care through her own story of adoption.Check out Dadsnet on YouTube for reviews, jokes and loads more: https://shorturl.at/cinZ1Or head to Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDadsnetJoin the Dadsnet community to have your say: https://www.facebook.com/groups/298654160327022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-11-0428 min
How To Belong PodcastFatima Whitbread: Celebrity Cockroaches, Olympic Triumphs, and Championing Children in CareIn this powerful episode of How to Belong, I have the absolute honour of sitting down with the legendary Fatima Whitbread—Olympic champion, I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! star, and advocate for children in care.Fatima shares her incredible journey, from overcoming a challenging childhood to becoming an Olympic icon. We dive into her unforgettable appearance on I'm a Celebrity, including the famous cockroach incident that had everyone talking! Fatima also opens up about the exciting projects she’s working on, revealing her mission to raise awareness for children in the UK care system—a cause deeply...
2024-10-1447 min
The Purpose Made PodcastEp 81 Fatima Whitbread: From Abandonment to Olympic Glory – A Masterclass in ResilienceWhat if the toughest battles aren’t fought in stadiums, but in the shadows of a broken childhood?In this profoundly moving episode, Fatima Whitbread shares a story that goes far beyond athletic triumph—it’s one of survival, courage, and an unyielding spirit. Born into abandonment and forced to navigate the brutal realities of the care system, Fatima’s early years were a battle against neglect, trauma, and profound loneliness. But from the ashes of her childhood emerged something remarkable: an iron will and a resilience that would not be crushed.Fatima opens up a...
2024-09-221h 01
Being Human Hidden DepthsFatima Whitbread - Her biggest challenge and how she is moving mountains as well as climbing them!Abandoned as a baby and brought up in the care system of the UK Fatima called on all her resources to survive which she later called upon to be a European, World and Olympic champion. She has always strived to help young people in the care system, knowing that they can achieve anything they desire. This year she launched her greatest mission. Fatima’s Campaign UK is her life’s work coming to fruition as she builds a charity that supports children in care and beyond.She is determined to make these invisible children valued and seen by soci...
2024-08-1648 min
This Is The NorthEp 16. Empowering Change: Fatima Whitbread from Care to ChampionWelcome to ‘This Is The North’ Podcast, your source of transformative conversations. An intentional challenge to the systems holding back the North of England. Hosted by Alison Dunn, an award-winning charity chief executive and former solicitor. This podcast is supported by Society Matters Community Interest Company and is dedicated to curating and sharing knowledge, powering the change we need for a more equal and inclusive society.In this episode, Alison sits down with Fatima Whitbread, a celebrated Olympian, world champion, MBE recipient, and tireless advocate for children in the care system. Fatima's story is a powerful jour...
2024-08-0439 minFriday Sports Kick Off with Andy HodgsonMan Utd's Transfer News, Belgium Grand Prix & Fatima Whitbread!Join Andy Hodgson this week as he delves into a busy weekend of sport! First of all he chats a busy transfer window for Man Utd in the trade fan phone in with George from GM Joinery - and then turns his attention to this weekends Belgium Grand Prix with Matt from the P1 Podcast - before looking ahead to the olympics, with the legendary Fatima Whitbread!
2024-07-2629 min
Enjoy Offering of Full Audiobooks in Funny, Performing ArtsThe Curried Goat Show - Dan GasterListen to full audiobooks for free :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTITLE The Curried Goat ShowSUBTITLE A BBC Radio Sketch ComedyAUTHOR Dan GasterNARRATOR Nerys Hughes, Will Ing, Polly James, Ben Silburm, Gary Olsen, Susie Blake, Paula Wilcox, Imelda Staunton, James Fleet, Rodney Bewes, Dan GasterLANGUAGE EnglishRELEASE DATE 07-18-2024PUBLISHER BBC AudioCATEGORIES Funny, Performing ArtsSUMMARYAll eight episodes of the sketch-based comedy show, written by and starring Dan Gaster, Will Ing and Ben Silburn
Tasty, piquant and distinctly different, The Curried...
2024-07-1900 min
Journey Through Your Day With A Game-Changing Full Audiobook.The Curried Goat Show: A BBC Radio Sketch Comedy by Ben Silburm, Will Ing, Dan GasterPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/766298to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Curried Goat Show: A BBC Radio Sketch Comedy
Author: Ben Silburm, Will Ing, Dan Gaster
Narrator: Gary Olsen, Ben Silburm, Will Ing, Dan Gaster, Susie Blake, James Fleet, Polly James, Nerys Hughes, Paula Wilcox, Imelda Staunton, Rodney Bewes
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 3 hours 37 minutes
Release date: July 18, 2024
Genres: Comedy, Satire & Parody
Publisher's Summary:
All eight episodes of the sketch-based comedy show, written by and starring Dan Gaster, Will Ing and Ben Silburn Tasty, piquant and distinctly different, The Curried Goat Show is a comedic happening brought to you...
2024-07-183h 37
Tay Does Life ♡Tay Does Life With Fatima Whitbread - Care Leaver, Olympic Medallist, MBE and Action for Children Ambassador Talks The Care System (FOSTER CARE AWARENESS)TRIGGER WARNING - MENTAL HEALTH, PHYSICAL HEALTH,SEXUAL VIOLENCE, ABUSE, ASSAULT, FOSTER CARESummary - Fatima Whitbread is a former javelin World Champion, Double Olympian, Former World Record Holder and Care Leaver. In this episode Fatima and I talk about the ins and out of her foster care journey, Fatima was abandoned by her mother as a baby and spent her first 14 years in care homes. She faced neglect, physical and sexual abuse. Whilst in her mid-teens she finally found her forever home. Now, Fatima works hard to ensure she is making change for the next gen...
2024-05-3137 min
Paul Maleary's Ex-Job Downloaded PodcastPeter Moule - Carrying The Queen Mother At Fish Mongers Hall!Peter Moule joined the Police on 22nd December 1975. He went to Ashford Police Training College for his training and his first wage packet was £127 for the month. This was significantly lower than his wages from Eastern Electricity.His first posting was Colchester, and his first duties was to watch the rear gate to ensure security was maintained during the heightened IRA activity. It was during this time he met his Supt and C/Chief Supt, one interaction was positive and the other not so! He vividly remembers being called back into work after n...
2024-05-201h 22
Previously Learnt : Life Lessons From Notable PeopleGiving Young People Better Life Outcomes - Double Olympian Fatima Whitbread MBEOn this episode we had the privilege to speak with former World Record Holder, Olympic Athlete and World Champion javelin thrower Fatima Whitbread MBE. This was a truly inspirational chat with Fatima, where she spoke of her time growing up in care homes. She recently won the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Helen Rollason Award in recognition of here triumph over adversity of her childhood and her inspirational work on behalf of children in care - please do see www.fatimascampaign.com for further details. We spoke of : ...
2024-04-2156 min
Manx NewscastChildren's advocate calls for legislation to protect young people in careFatima Whitbread has been visiting the Island this week advocating for lasting improvements to the lives of young people.
The two-time Olympic medallist - who was abandoned as a baby and left in care homes until the age of 14 - says she'd like to see more being done for 'looked after' children.
She spoke to Chanelle Sukhoo
2024-04-1838 min
Manx Radio - UpdateCannan on Covid Report, TT merchandiser's paid upfront, Ravens drew last night, Bride Commissioners on Civic Amenity costs & Fatima Whitbread here for children in care. It's Update with Andy Wint #iom #news #manxradioCannan on Covid Report, TT merchandiser's paid upfront, Ravens drew last night, Bride Commissioners on Civic Amenity costs & Fatima Whitbread here for children in care. It's Update with Andy Wint #iom #news #manxradio
2024-04-1726 min
Off the CourtEP20: Morning Wisdom - Chance EncountersA reflection on chance encounters and the power and responsibility we have in ensuring they are positive for others. I touch upon the incredible story of Fatima Whitbread who grew from significant adversity into one of the most beautiful human beings in the world - I would encourage you to find out more
2024-01-2209 min
Thank God It's Toby: HighlightsFatima WhitbreadFatima Whitbread, a legendary figure in the world of athletics, embodies the epitome of resilience and strength. Her remarkable journey from the challenging beginnings of growing up in a series of children's homes to becoming an Olympic, World, and European medalist is a testament to her unwavering determination and indomitable spirit.Born on March 3, 1961, Fatima's life took a transformative turn when she crossed paths with javelin coach Margaret Whitbread. This fortuitous encounter led to Fatima's adoption by the Whitbread family, marking the beginning of an extraordinary partnership both on and off the track. Under Margaret's guidance, Fatima not only...
2024-01-1218 min
Thank God It's Toby HighlightsFatima WhitbreadFatima Whitbread, a legendary figure in the world of athletics, embodies the epitome of resilience and strength. Her remarkable journey from the challenging beginnings of growing up in a series of children's homes to becoming an Olympic, World, and European medalist is a testament to her unwavering determination and indomitable spirit.Born on March 3, 1961, Fatima's life took a transformative turn when she crossed paths with javelin coach Margaret Whitbread. This fortuitous encounter led to Fatima's adoption by the Whitbread family, marking the beginning of an extraordinary partnership both on and off the track. Under Margaret's guidance...
2024-01-1216 min
Breaking The Cycle To Step Forward PodcastGuest 9 - Fatima Whitbread Award InterviewFollowing Fatuma Whitbread's acceptance on BBC Sports Personality Of The Year, of the Helen Rollason award. Recognizing her outstanding achievement in the face of adversity, Fatima returns to share with Chris & Beverley her passion and message in raising awareness of Fatuma's UK Campaign to make change happen and what the award meant to her. If you would like more information and to make a donation please use the link below:
https://www.fatimascampaign.com/
breakingthecycletostepforward@gmail.com
2023-12-2222 minBreaking The Cycle To Step Forward PodcastGuest 9 - Fatima Whitbread Award InterviewFollowing Fatuma Whitbread's acceptance on BBC Sports Personality Of The Year, of the Helen Rollason award. Recognizing her outstanding achievement in the face of adversity, Fatima returns to share with Chris & Beverley her passion and message in raising awareness of Fatuma's UK Campaign to make change happen and what the award meant to her. If you would like more information and to make a donation please use the link below:
https://www.fatimascampaign.com/
breakingthecycletostepforward@gmail.com
2023-12-2222 min
Gina Gardiner & FriendsGina Gardiner & Friends with Fatima WhitbreadGina Gardiner & Friends with Fatima Whitbread
2023-12-221h 00
Full Disclosure with James O'BrienFatima WhitbreadThis episode contains discussion of sexual violence. Listener discretion is advised.Fatima Whitbread is a former javelin world champion, double Olympian and former world record holder. This week she was honoured with the Helen Rollason Award at Sports Personality of the Year 2023 for outstanding achievement in the face of adversity. Fatima was abandoned by her mother as a baby and spent her first 14 years in care homes. She faced neglect, physical and sexual abuse. In her teens, she discovered a passion for javelin and was coached by Margaret Whitbread, a former GB thrower. Margaret and her husband...
2023-12-221h 04
Impactful BillionairesImpactful Billionaires News 7 with Guest Cindy SlaughterThis week is World Health Day where the UN have reported on the state of the global health economy. It has also been the end of COP 28 where the 130 nations that took part have agreed to try and keep global warming to 1.5 degrees. And Fatima Whitbread is tackling the UK Care system. Our guest this week is Cindy Slaughter an entrepreneur in Marketing who founded MIM agency is making a difference in the workplace as well as championing start-ups & SMEs. She talks to about leading with a positive mindset to encourage others to grow as well as empowering women...
2023-12-2054 min
Breaking The Cycle To Step Forward PodcastGuest 8 : Fatima Whitbread MBE - Fatima's UK CampaignFatima Whitbread MBE talks with Chris and Beverley about her own experience growing up in care, overcoming abuse in all forms: Emotional, Physical and Sexual and also about her campaign to make change happen for young vulnerable people in care. This raw, uncut conversation gives an insight into the sheer determination of Fatima overcoming her childhood, and also with the added appearance of her chosen mum Maggie. To find out more about Fatima's UK Campaign and how you can contribute, see the links below or email us:
breakingthecycletostepforward@gmail.com
https://fatimascampaign.com
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2023-12-011h 00Breaking The Cycle To Step Forward PodcastGuest 8 : Fatima Whitbread MBE - Fatima's UK CampaignFatima Whitbread MBE talks with Chris and Beverley about her own experience growing up in care, overcoming abuse in all forms: Emotional, Physical and Sexual and also about her campaign to make change happen for young vulnerable people in care. This raw, uncut conversation gives an insight into the sheer determination of Fatima overcoming her childhood, and also with the added appearance of her chosen mum Maggie. To find out more about Fatima's UK Campaign and how you can contribute, see the links below or email us:
breakingthecycletostepforward@gmail.com
https://fatimascampaign.com
...
2023-12-011h 00
The Durham PodcastSeries 3 Ep 3 - Fatima Whitbread, Jazzie B from Soul II Soul, Steve Thompson, Lantern ParadeEmma chats to Michael Hemple about the Childrens Lantern Parade at Durham Cathedral & the St Nicholas Service. Sam chats to Fatima Whitbread about her experience in the fostering service and tells us about her memories of winning in Durham in her early career! Damian chats to Jazzie B from Soul II Soul about their upcoming show at The Stockton Globe on November 25thStuart Laundy chats to County Durham songwriter Steve Thompson about his new album Distant Destination. Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir App to take part and listen t...
2023-11-201h 03
The Community Safety PodcastFatima Whitbread reforming the Care System in the UKFatima Whitbread, an MBE and world record holder, is renowned for her accomplishments in athletics and tireless efforts to reform the care system in the UK. Fatima's remarkable journey began when she was abandoned as a baby and left to die in a flat. A vigilant neighbour heard her cries and alerted the police, leading to her rescue. Placed under the care of Hackney Borough Council, Fatima spent the first six months of her life in a hospital, battling malnutrition and nappy rash.
Subsequently, she became a ward of court and spent the next 14 years in...
2023-11-1348 min
The Milk BarJason Forrest in The Milk Bar - Episode 750Recorded for release W/C 6th Nov 2023
This week James Wong chats about the Great Outdoors, Fatima Whitbread talks Fostering, Jamie Lonsdale lets us know about his music release for remembrance, Author CJ Tudor chars about her Paramont+ adaption of her fourth book 'The Burning Girls' and we hear about Chitty Chitty Bang Bang which is at the Wolverhampton Grand this week.
2023-11-0744 min
southsidebroadcastingFatima Whitbread, Grant Harrold, Frans Hals, `Nyad` & ` The Old Oak`Features on adoption, coughing etiquette, Dutch Artists, Inspiring swimmers and Ken Loach are part of the latest TMDME with Sarah Huntley, Fia Van Den Bogert, Richard Fitzwilliams, Ana Cosconel & Alex Lewczuk.
2023-10-2957 min
Rachel Johnson's Difficult WomenFatima WhitbreadCONTENT WARNING: This episode contains descriptions of sexual assault. Olympic Athlete and World Champion javelin thrower, Fatima Whitbread, was left for dead as a baby. It was only after a neighbour heard her crying for 3 days that she called the police who saved her life. She then spent the next 14 years of her life in a broken care sector that subjected her to physical and mental abuse. At 14 years old, Fatima picked up a javelin for the first time and found the sport that would save her life. The rest, is history...
2023-10-0236 minThe Milk BarJason Forrest in The Milk Bar - Episode 742Recorded for release W/C 11th Sept 2023
This week Charlie Brooks chats about The Ocean at the end of the Lane at The Wolverhampton Grand, Alan Fletcher talks about the return of Neighbours and a special single release of a Fan's Favourite song, Nicky Evans of Drama Kids talks about the drama classes she runs, David Tristram lets us know about his 10,000th production of his play and a series of shows to mark this and we have two Olympians joining us too, Fatima Whitbread and Greg Rutherford.
2023-09-1352 min
Pod of WonderS10E02 - Leak Out Of Your Brain Through Your MouthArticlesDarknessTidal heating of IoFatima WhitbreadLiu Yiqian Follow us on the social medias!Email us at podofwonder at gmail dot com & http://society6.com/podofwonder Danny: https://www.tumblr.com/dannyplaysrpgs & http://dannymakesrpgs.itch.ioMorgan: http://instagram.com/morganthefae & https://bsky.app/profile/m0rgan.bsky.socialBrowse all you want, but you won't find Mike or Maria on social media.
2023-08-3050 min
The Socially Distant Sports BarEpisode 172, Part 2: Or Will You Choose Number Three?Welcome to this week's Socially Distant Sports Bar with Elis James, Mike Bubbins and Steff Garrero.This is Part 2 of this week’s episode. Part 1 is out every week on Fridays. If you want to listen to the full podcast every TUESDAY, including 30 MINS of bonus content not available on the free version, then head to either https://anchor.fm/nata-media/subscribe or https://www.patreon.com/distantpodBRITISH PODCAST AWARDSPLEASE VOTE THIS WEEK!!We haven’t won one of these yet and we’d like one…Please vote for us: loads of times… Use all of your email addresses…https://www.britishpodc...
2023-08-1141 min
The Socially Distant Sports BarEpisode 172, Part 1: Or Will You Choose Number Three?Welcome to this week's Socially Distant Sports Bar with Elis James, Mike Bubbins and Steff Garrero.This is Part 1 of this week’s episode. Part 2 is out every week on Fridays. If you want to listen to the full podcast every TUESDAY, including 30 MINS of bonus content not available on the free version, then head to either https://anchor.fm/nata-media/subscribe or https://www.patreon.com/distantpodBRITISH PODCAST AWARDSPLEASE VOTE THIS WEEK!!We haven’t won one of these yet and we’d like one…Please vote for us: loads of times… Use all of your email addresses…https://www.britishpodc...
2023-08-091h 25
What I Wish I'd KnownFatima Whitbread MBEIn this episode of What I Wish I’d Known, we hear Fatima Whitbread MBE share her life story, from being abandoned as a baby and her devastating relationship with her birth mother to becoming an Olympic medal winning, world beating javelin thrower. WARNING: contains some strong language and discussion of sensitive topics including: sexual abuse, mental illness, griefSeries producer: Anya Pearce Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-06-3051 min
How To Own The Room21.2 Fatima Whitbread, Olympic athlete - Happy High StatusWhat happens when you swivel the lens away from yourself? In this second of a series of Happy High Status takeover episodes, Viv talks to Olympic athlete and world champion javelin thrower Fatima Whitbread, star of I'm a Celebrity and Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Win and fundraiser for Action for Children. Fatima examines how the extremes of a difficult childhood and of athletic excellence in adulthood affected her confidence. Fatima was abandoned as baby and grew up in a series of children's homes where she experienced neglect and abuse before being adopted by her javelin tutor in her teens. She...
2023-06-2837 min
WeekendFatima Whitbread, Marina Hyde on the coronation ‘moment’, and Ruthie Henshall turns campaignerChampion javelin thrower Fatima Whitbread reveals how competitive sport saved her (1m34s); Marina Hyde asks why the coronation is being overshadowed by Meghan, Harry and a quiche (17m32s); and from the West End stage to care homes campaigner, Ruthie Henshall talks to Sam Wollaston (25m04s)
2023-04-2240 min
How To Be 60 with Kaye AdamsEp 35: Going for Gold with Fatima WhitbreadKaye & Kare talk to olympic gold medallist Fatima Whitbread about her life, upbringing and the lessons it gave her. It's nearly the big 6-0 time for Kaye, so what advice would you want to send before the big day? As always the email address is podcast@htb60.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-12-1642 min
"Tales from a very minor celebrity"‘Pick of the week’ Fatima Whitbread / Carol SmillieNow this week you’re going to hear two very different interviews from my archive, one serious and one very frivolous …the first is with champion javelin thrower Fatima Whitbread and the second with Carol Smillie, the former presenter of Changing Rooms the series which paved the way for a plethora of home improvement programmes. First though Fatima Whitbread who spoke to me, not about athletics, but adoption, something very close to her heart as she was adopted when she was a teenager. The interview is also notable because it was featured on Pick Of The We...
2022-04-0817 min
The Above Average Sports Quiz ThingFATIMA WHITBREAD! aka FIFA World Cup Italia 90The Above Average Sports Quiz Thing reaches the penultimate episode of season 5! The team are still squatting like troopers for a good cause (you can sponsor us here to support the Ukraine Appeal) and surprisingly getting on with it. There's all the usual dedications, feedback, question of the week and of course, a wheel song and a quiz!
How's Tom feeling after his epic day of squats?
Can Tzevai match his Captain's score from last time?
Is Will wearing a better top this week?
Most importantly, will they be above average??
You can find the quiz and...
2022-03-0955 min
Date Fight!3rd March: Juan Ponce de Leon v Fatima WhitbreadTHESE EPISODES JUST KEEP GETTING BETTER WITH RELISTENS!
2021-03-0309 min
Total Barbour and StaintonTotal Barbour and Stainton. Ep.4212Fatima Whitbread's "Knock and Run".
Sandwich Wars.
iWalkers.
Chuck Norris wasn't there...
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2021-01-1458 min
Total Barbour and StaintonStainton and Barbour's Antidote. Ep.42Ornamental Grapes...Ena Sharples in a Tutu...Furlough Fever... Fatima Whitbread's Cup-a-Soup Collection.
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2020-05-1340 minDate Fight!3rd March: Juan Ponce de Leon v Fatima WhitbreadWhat celebrity shows would Jake do? What was the USA's original national anthem? What are the brilliant things about Ivor Cutler? Jake Yapp & Natt Tapley find out in today's Date Fight!
2020-03-0309 min
MidweekMark-Anthony Turnage, Fatima Whitbread, Dr Chris Bird, Frank PartnoyLibby Purves is joined by Olympian Fatima Whitbread, composer Mark-Anthony Turnage, Dr Chris Bird of Medecins Sans Frontieres and former Wall Street trader turned academic, Frank Partnoy.Composer Mark-Anthony Turnage has teamed up with the charity 'Music in Prisons' to create a piece of music with inmates from HMP Lowdham Grange. The 12 minute composition 'Beyond This' will be featured as part of the Southbank Centre's New Music 20x12 programme - a weekend dedicated to music composition in the UK. Fatima Whitbread is a former British javelin thrower and multiple medal-winner. She won bronze in the 1984...
2012-07-0442 min
Ask an AmericanAsk an American Episode 8 - Husky Runway ModelEpisode Eight - Husky Runway ModelIn this Podcast The ODDcast PODcast pit the wits of TWO American Podcasts. The BUI Podcast (Blogging Under The Influence) and The Last Podcaster Standing battle it out to see who knows more about British Pop Culture and all things British. Using only their prior knowledge of how the Brits live, they must answer the questions to the best of their ability. Let The Battle of the Podcast's commence!This Episode they must cover subjects from- Old Towns in Britain- Fatima Whitbread- Football Scoring System- Buying...
2011-12-0819 min
Desert Island Discs: Archive 1991-1996Tessa SandersonAtlanta was her sixth Olympic Games. The first was 20 years before. On Desert Island Discs, Tessa Sanderson reveals the competitive drive that brought her back from retirement at the age of 40 to raise money for Great Ormond Street Hospital in London. She fondly recalls her rivalry with fellow competitor Fatima Whitbread, and remembers the moment she became the first and only British woman to win an Olympic throwing gold medal.[Taken from the original programme material for this archive edition of Desert Island Discs] Favourite track: I Will Always Love You by Whitney Houston
Book...
1996-11-1735 min