Angela Walker In Conversation - Inspirational Interviews, Under-Reported News

Two years ago BBC sports reporter Chris Slegg was told the unexpected news that he needed a heart transplant within a year.  He was only 41. Married, with two children, the news plunged him into a deep depression as he feared for the wellbeing of his children. https://www.doctors.net.uk/AngelaWalker I first worked with Chris and his wife about fifteen years at BBC London TV News. In an emotional i...

Every time untreated sewage is dumped in our rivers millions of microplastic particles also make their way into the water. When these discharges take place during low river flows, the microplastics settle on the riverbed, coated in a cocktail of chemicals and pathogens. These particles can be mistaken for food by hungry fish, thereby threatening fish populations and the wider river ecosystem. Prof...

Updated: 13th February 2025 Families whose children suffered serious disabilities or miscarriage after their mothers took an oral pregnancy test prescribed by their GPs have been excluded from the government's review of redress for health scandal victims - against the wishes of the the patient safety commissioner. A report published on Wednesday by Dr Henrietta Hughes, found a “clear case for...

Are you ready to unravel the complex world of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)? This in-depth discussion with Sarah Hamilton from Ehlers-Danlos Support UK is set to provide an enlightening perspective on this rare connective tissue disorder that affects roughly one in 500 people. From offering a closer look at the myriad of symptoms to unravelling the challenges in securing an accurate diagnosis, this...

Imagine receiving the life-altering news that your child has been diagnosed with a serious illness and then losing your job when you take time away to look after them. Christina Harris has lost her job of 19 years because she is looking after her daughter Skye who has been diagnosed with leukaemia. Christina courageously shares her struggles of balancing the care of her critically ill daughter wit...

Have you ever wondered what it takes to swim the English Channel solo? Meet Laura Reineke, a fearless woman, fresh from the challenge. She shares her riveting 15-hour journey, fighting harsh weather, jellyfish and huge tankers, all while maintaining a laser-like focus and determination. Laura's monumental feat wasn't just a personal triumph, but a clarion call to address the pressing iss...

More than half of mothers have e xperienced physical or psychological birth trauma leading them less likely to have more children because of their experience of maternity care. That's according to a study by Mumsnet instigated by Conservative MP Theo Clarke. She has founded an all-party parliamentary group on birth trauma to advocate for change following her own harrowing experience during ch...

Meat reared overseas using practises that would be illegal in the UK is being sold alongside British meat  to unwitting consumers.  Jacob Rees Mogg, North East Somerset Conservative MP has called for the UK to import 'hormone-injected beef' from Australia and the scrapping of import tariffs on food to open up trade. He said: "I want cheaper food. I want hormone-injected beef from Au...

Why do we never talk about involuntary male childlessness? A quarter of men do not have children and for many of them this is not through choice.   Join me as I sit down with my guest, Dr. Robin Hadley, academic and author of 'How is a Man Supposed to be a Man?'. We explore male childlessness,  the stereotypes that often stifle men's discussions about their yearning for parenthood a...

Imagine what it's like not to be able to eat, not because of a lack of food, but because of a rare disorder that prevents your body from processing it. This is the reality for our guest, Celia Chartres-Aris, living with Loeys-Dietz Syndrome. Celia's condition requires her to be reliant on a feeding tube for nutrition. Her life is a testament to resilience and strength, and she joins us t...

What if you could better understand the complex world of dementia and discover ways to connect with your loved ones affected by it? In today's episode we meet  Shirley Pearce, the CEO and founder of Understanding Dementia. A retired occupational therapist, Shirley's compassion, personal commitment and years of experience have led to the creation of a unique programme that reshapes tradit...

Water companies in the UK have been dumping ever-increasing amounts of sewage into our rivers and waterways. Now, a law suit could hit them where it hurts and cost them hundreds of millions of pounds. Law firm Leigh Day is leading a collective action accusing them of abusing their dominant position by over-charging customers.  The action hinges on the allegation that water companies knowingly fail...

Hundreds of deaths from epilepsy could be prevented every year if the condition was managed properly - according to the founder of a British charity. In the UK, at least 1,000 people with epilepsy die each year.  In this powerful and informative podcast, journalist Angela Walker sits down with Jane Hanna OBE from SUDEP Action, who says many of these deaths could be prevented if changes were made i...

Imagine having unlicensed toxins injected into your face by someone with no training. That's what is happening across the UK every day - with disastrous  results. Nurse Practitioner Sarah Healey and Ashton Collins from campaign group Save Face join me to discuss the alarming lack of regulation in the booming non-surgical aesthetics industry. Hear how unscrupulous beauticians are buying unlice...

Why are so many childcare providers in the UK feeling the financial strain, and are the government's budget promises enough to tackle the issue? Listen in as we chat with Ian Morgan from the campaign group Champagne Nurseries for Lemonade Funding and director of Little Ducklings Nursery in Berkshire.  We delve into the challenges that the UK childcare industry is facing due to inadequate fund...

What if you could overcome the limitations of a rare disability and achieve extraordinary feats? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Isaac Harvey MBE, who has done just that. Born with limbpelvic hypoplasia, Isaac has adapted to life without arms and short legs, using his feet as hands. In this episode, we explore his personal story, including the challenges he faced, his adventurous side,...

3.8 million people in the UK experienced destitution in 2022, including around one million children. That’s according to the Joseph Rowntree Foundation report into destitution. This is almost two-and-a-half times the number of people in 2017, and nearly triple the number of children. There is an urgent need for action to tackle destitution in the UK. When faced with the reality of not being able t...

This is the miraculous story of Bharti Dhir, a woman abandoned as a newborn baby in Uganda, who overcame unimaginable hardships in her life. We sit down with Bharti as she shares the life-changing moment when she was discovered and adopted by a local Punjabi Sikh family, and how her mother's prophetic dreams of a baby girl played a role in this incredible tale. Bharti's journey was far f...

Thousands of people were infected with HIV and Hepatitis after being given contaminated blood by the NHS in the 1970s and 80s. Many have since died - more are gravely ill.  The government has been directed to pay compensation to those affected and quickly, yet hundreds of people haven't received a penny. Jason Evans lost his father when he was four years old as a result of the infected blood...

Are you an entrepreneur seeking guidance on securing investment and navigating the start-up landscape? Join us for an insightful discussion with award-winning entrepreneur, Leroy Lawrence, and Matt Adey, the Director of Economics for British Business Bank. Discover the unique challenges facing start-ups in the UK, especially in the current economic climate, and learn how British Business Bank is h...

Why are victims of the infected blood scandal still waiting for compensation despite a directive from the Infected Blood Inquiry chair? Meet the extraordinary man who says his disability is his strength. Plus the nurse practitioner who says the UK is the "Wild West" of the non-surgical beauty aesthetics world. My guests Jason Evans, Isaac Harvey and Sarah Healy. Trailer. Follow and subsc...

Thousands of people were infected with HIV and Hepatitis after being given contaminated blood by the NHS in the 1970s and 80s. Many have since died - more are gravely ill.  The government has been directed to pay compensation to those affected and quickly, yet hundreds of people haven't received a penny. Jason Evans lost his father when he was four years old as a result of the infected blood...

Join former BBC reporter and broadcast journalist Angela Walker as she engages in thought-provoking conversations with inspirational individuals about current affairs and under-reported issues. In this podcast, we aim to shed light on important topics that often go unnoticed, providing a platform for insightful discussions. From activists and social entrepreneurs to academics and community leaders...