Showing results for "DREAMERS" in Biographies & Memoirs

Achieving a hit in every decade since the 1950s, Cliff Richard stands alone in pop history. Coming of age in 1950s London, he began his music career at Soho's legendary 2i's Cafe, and now he's approaching his 80th birthday with record sales of over 250 million and counting. Cliff looks back on his humble upbringing and how he went on to fulfil his wildest dreams by becoming a pop star and even a film star. He talks about finding Christianity, reflects on the ups and downs of life in the public eye and reveals how the false allegations against him changed his life forever.

INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER An outspoken, inspirational memoir from a charismatic athlete in the spotlight, Dreamer is the moving story of the first Muslim hockey player to win the Stanley Cup, and the impossible dreams he made a reality. No one who knows the game is unfamiliar with the story of...

Dami Im was an aspiring singer-songwriter and pianist when she auditioned on The X Factor in 2013. Mentored by Dannii Minogue, she would go on to win. From that time on, her life changed as audiences discovered her incredible voice and her electric stage presence. One of Australia's greatest musical talents, Dami is a long way from the girl born in Seoul who came to Australia on what she thought was a holiday only to find out, when she started school—not speaking a word of English—that she was here to stay.

Just before the small-time bootlegger Max Gerlach died, he tried to reveal his secret: he was the inspiration for the mysterious Jay Gatsby. It’s a nice story, but was he telling the truth? Veteran reporter Joe Nocera and producer Poppy Damon investigate this century-old literary mystery and uncover untold secrets about the Great American Novel.

The show where its ok to admit we really know nothing at all about this world around us. We know what they tell us in the news is a carefully crafted narrative often devoid of any actual truth, same most certainly can be said about everything we have been taught in school from the fundamentals of history, to the fundamental nature of this world we call home, so lets explore this world without the blinders on together and figure out and discuss what we discover together.

A beautiful and moving memoir about passion, creativity and fearlessness from one of Australia's true creatives, singer/songwriter Lo Carmen, inspired by the lives and careers of other remarkable Australian women - such as Renee Geyer, Chrissy Amphlett, Robyn Archer and Wendy Saddington. 'If you...

The star of Marvel’s first Asian superhero film, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, tells his own origin story of being a Chinese immigrant, his battles with cultural stereotypes and his own identity, becoming a TV star, and landing the role of a lifetime. In this honest, inspiring and...

Over a period of forty-five years, Bill Frisell has established himself as one of the most innovative and influential musicians at work today. Growing up playing clarinet in orchestras and marching bands, Frisell has progressed through a remarkable range of musical personas—from devotee of jazz master Jim Hall to 'house guitarist' of estimable German label ECM, from edgy New York downtown experimentalist to plaintive country and bluegrass picker. He has been a pioneering bandleader and collaborator, a prolific composer and arranger, and a celebrated Grammy Award winner.

A man navigates the deep divisions in America today and discovers that sometimes change can start by finding common ground with your neighbors in this immersive account by the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Thank You for Your Service and The Good Soldiers. “A timely and compelling argument...

This channel discusses the intricacies and documents the process of overcoming the undocumented experience in the United States.

This is a diary session about my everyday struggles, hustle, personal life, career choices, goals and all. Basically the struggles of your everyday Nigerian youth, i hope you enjoy.

In this, the 2nd Audio book of the Rambling On trilogy, the load gets lighter and the speed slower, but Graham Field’s objective remains the same: he is fully focused on making the route to his demise as pleasurable as possible. And so the quest to his Chinese destiny begins. Now relieved of the whiskey, the road nevertheless continues to be an uphill struggle, not helped by the sub-zero winter temperatures. But being towed behind trucks and loaded on to buses evens out the ratio of endurance and pleasure.

Claire Clottey facilitates informative, entertaining, inspiring and thought provoking conversations about lifestyle, culture, ethnicity, racial identity and social mobility. ‘American Dreamers’ explores the experiences of black people and minorities from all walks of life, who made the decision to immigrate to the US from the UK, or to the UK from the US. Each episode and interview highlights individual journeys, reasons for relocation, opportunities and cultural identity in the English speaking Western World. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are talking to the achievers, the creators, the magic makers, and the dreamers. These are our friends. These are your friends. And they are living the extraordinary.

Dreaming After Dark is a personal space where I share my late night musings, thoughts about love, society, politics, and life in general. It’s unscripted and honest, a way for me to process what I’m thinking and feeling out loud. Sometimes contemplative, sometimes impassioned, but always honest. These episodes are an offering to the universe and an open door to anyone who needs to hear them. Whether you’re here to reflect, feel less alone, or just drift in someone else’s thoughts for a while, I’m glad you’re here. Thanks for listening.

Growing up on Long Island, lonely and quiet and queer, she was enchanted by Hollywood starlets like Kim Novak. She found her turn in New York’s early Off-Off-Broadway theater scene, in Warhol’s films Flesh and Women in Revolt, and at the famed nightclub Max's Kansas City. She inspired songs by Lou Reed and the Rolling Stones. She became friends with Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin, borrowed a dress from Lauren Hutton, posed for Richard Avedon, and performed alongside Tennessee Williams in his own play.

Welcome to 'Dreamers to Doers,' a faith-inspired podcast hosted by Sarah Birkbeck that celebrates the power of visionaries who have turned their dreams into reality. Join us on a soul-stirring journey as we dive into the remarkable stories of individuals who dared to dream big and transform their vision into tangible achievements impacting the world around them. With practical advice, insightful interviews, and actionable strategies, each episode will empower you to take that crucial step from dreaming to doing.

In this podcast, there are no limits. We will deep dive into everything about me, including childhood, relationships, pop culture, passions, building character, mental health, sexuality, everything that made me into the woman I am today. The first season will be more focused on the hard issues of how I grew up and different relationships that broke me down, but also the journey to self discovery and building myself back up stronger. Future seasons will branch out more into a variety of topics and will feature more guests. My hope is that this will not only entertain but also that others will ...

The Dreamer Girl Podcast is about enjoying the journey from where you are to where you want to be. It's about encouraging and supporting you by sharing my own experiences.It's about the space between.It's about finding purpose, going after your dreams and living life fully.

Makers, Dreamers, Doers is a podcast hosted by Morgan Barrett. A mother to twin toddlers and an adult living with cystic fibrosis, Morgan is always pursuing her creative interests, from photography to writing to gardening.In her conversations with makers, dreamers, and doers who inspire her, Morgan delves into topics like parenthood, mental health, and daring to pursue our dreams.Join Morgan for fun and thoughtful conversations twice a month. Plus, cozy up and make yourself a warm cup of tea (or hell, a cold beer!), and tune in for Fireside Fridays once a month for a poetry reading.Learn more ...