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Born in a small Punjab village at the turn of the century, Rai Bahadur Mohan Singh Oberoi began his career in the industry on a fifty-rupee-a-month wage at Simla’s Cecil Hotel. But he was not destined to remain in his lowly position for long. With a combination of clear-sighted thinking...

Who Dares Wins is an inspiring autobiography chronicling the extraordinary journey of 'Kargil War Hero' Lt Gen YK Joshi who rose from a modest background to become a General in the army. Through gripping narratives of personal struggles, decisive moments on the battlefield, and the...

Colin Maclachlan autobiography starts with his troubled childhood and escape to the military where, as a fifteen year-old boy, he grows up and matures into the SAS soldier we now recognise. Early chapters describe physical, mental and sexual abuse and Colin could easily have ended up in a home but despite the odds and with the help of both the Children's Panels, NSPCC and some diligent schoolteachers, Colin escaped to the army.

In 2009 veteran journalist and eight-time Emmy award winner Lu Ann Cahn was feeling angry and frustrated. The economy was tanking. Her job was changing. Budgets were being cut. She resented the new technology and social media she was being asked to embrace at work. In a word, she felt "stuck". Cahn’s daughter encouraged her to try blogging, and after some thought, she decided to write about trying something new every day for a year. Little did she know, that "Year of Firsts" would change her outlook on life.

In The Love That Dares, queer love speaks its name through the words of lovers from years gone by. Alongside the more famous names coexist beautifully written letters by lesser-known lovers, giving us an insight into queer love outside of the spotlight of fame or fortune. These letters give us a glimpse into the passion and courage it took to continue a gay relationship in times when it was at best improper and at worst illegal. Enlightening introductions to each set of letters give readers an idea of the historical context in which they were written.

Welcome to Two Who Dare. We’re two sisters unafraid to chase mysteries, dive into the unknown, and unlock the secrets others leave in the dark. To those who dare to learn; Follow along!

In November 2015 Sarah Outen completed her five-year, 25,000 mile journey looping the planet by cycling across Europe, Asia and North America and canoeing and kayaking across the North Pacific and most of the North Atlantic.

“Like the A-10 aircraft she flew in combat, retired colonel and fighter pilot Martha McSally is a gritty individual who loves our Air Force and personified its core values of excellence, integrity, and service before self, while standing up to make it a better institution for everyone who...

This podcast explores different life issues mainly from the perspective of what it means to come to a new environment and the experiences that come with it

The amazing story of TV presenter Louise Minchin's journey from the BBC Breakfast sofa to representing Great Britain at the World Triathlon Championships. This is a warmly written and wonderfully honest adventure through sport that will both entertain and inspire. It started out as a fun BBC Breakfast cycling stunt in 2012 and culminated in Louise Minchin wearing the colours of Team GB at the World Triathlon Championship in 2015.

Some Dare Call It Conspiracy is an investigative podcast examining conspiracy culture from the inside out.Hosted by Brent Lee and Neil Sanders, the show explores how conspiracy narratives form, how they spread, and why they are so effective at capturing attention and loyalty. Both hosts spent years immersed in conspiracy belief before walking away, giving them first-hand insight into how these movements operate, evolve, and entrench themselves.Drawing on lived experience, deep research, expert voices, and a distinctly British sense of humour, the podcast combines serious analysis with sharp, ...

Welcome to Do You Dare? We’re a podcast that covers True Crime, The Paranormal, Mysteries and More, hosted by British siblings Emily Dare and Cian Dare ft Em’s dog Kylo and his famous squeaky toy. Each week we alternate picking a new case that piques our interest and we share all the details with you our listeners and with each other. If you’re a fan of true crime, mysteries and making jokes at in appropriate moments to deflect negative emotions we are the show for you. We drop a new episode every Tuesday so stay tuned! If you want to contact us, suggest episode ideas, share your ...

Raw stories. Real survival. From addiction, grief, motherhood, heartbreak, and healing this podcast unpacks the messy, beautiful chaos we live through and come out of. I’m not here to sugarcoat it. I’m here to say, “Same.” Because you’re not alone. And if you’ve been through it? This one’s for you.

Born into a family with a strong, radical dissenting tradition in which enterprise and public service were combined, Tony Benn was taught to believe that the greatest sins in life was to waste time and money.

This purpose-driven memoir, combined with powerful lessons for rebuilding individual mattering, will fuel your life in meaningful and miraculous ways. In response to the childhood messages that she - like the personality-disordered aunt she supposedly resembled - did not matter, Shifra Malka writes to the core of her struggle to recover her beaten spirit and to build the large life that matters to her.

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER ‘A terrific book … It really is one of the most enjoyable histories I’ve read in many a year’ JAMES HOLLAND ‘Riveting … A brilliant account’ DAILY MAIL THE FIRST AUTHORISED HISTORY OF THE SBS. Britain’s SBS – or Special Boat Service – was the...

Questo podcast contiene le storie di donne che hanno scelto di partorire nell'intimità della loro casa o di un luogo protetto e indisturbato.Racconti che possono sembrare straordinari ma che, in realtà, restituiscono identità e valore a un evento che ha perduto tutta la sua naturalezza e spontaneità.La maggior parte delle storie qui racconte sono tratte dal documentario omonimo diretto da Cristina Ferretto, visibile registrandosi su Uam TV oppure seguendo la pagina facebook Dare alla luce o Instagram dareallalucefim dove vengono segnalate le proiezioni dal vivo o in diretta ...

Welcome to Dare to Share, a weekly podcast hosted by Ayla. Step into Ayla's world of fearless authenticity as she shares her daring hot girl talk, personal stories, and lessons for growth! Instagram: @krystaalized @daretosharepod For advertising opportunities please email team@aylasmgmt.com

Are you ready, radiant icons? Welcome to "Dare To Be Iconic," the podcast made for icons daring to be themselves. Hosted by your favorite icon, Amanda Paolicelli, "Dare To Be Iconic" is not just another self-help podcast—it's your weekly tea time session where Amanda spills all the tea on topics like self-confidence, self-improvement, healing, and personal growth. Why Choose "Dare To Be Iconic"? ~Real Talk, Real Transformation: Amanda's journey from heartbreak to triumph is the heartbeat of the show. This podcast is a safe space for raw, authentic conversations about healing, self-confidence...

'Dare To Share Your Untold Story' has been brought to you with the intention to break down the barriers of mental stigma, embrace mental beauty and invite guests to a safe place to share with vulnerability, without holding back, their true and full story - no matter what part of the journey that they are in, beginning, middle or end. As a society we are conditioned to keep some of our most painful stories a secret. No matter what we each have suffered with - whatever the struggle, hurdle or strife we face there is always a part of our story that remains untold. The 'untold story' has a lot to ...