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Currently ranked world number one in women's doubles, Sania Mirza became an instant sensation when she won the Wimbledon Championships girls' doubles title at the age of 16. From 2003 until her retirement from the singles circuit in 2012, she was ranked by the Women's Tennis Association as India's top player, both in singles and doubles. A six-time Grand Slam champion, she notched up an incredible 41 consecutive wins with her doubles partner, Martina Hingis, between August 2015 and February 2016.

There are few people Gyles Brandreth doesn't know or hasn't met. Now a grandparent, he traces his steps back to being a three-year-old tearing around 1950s London on his tricycle, to boarding school where he had an appendix removed simply to get out of football, to Bedales, where he met Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, to balancing his growing love of theatre with his love for educating, the 'woolly jumper years', the stint as an MP, the years of close friendship with the queen, to becoming a septuagenarian Twitter star and stalwart fixture in British entertainment.

Ordinary is not as ordinary as you think. History is written by the loudest and most charismatic victors, but are silent about the true movers and shakers: the rebels, the honest servants, the quiet doers, the square pegs in a round hole, and the ordinary believers who kept showing up.Through...

Against All Odds is the extraordinary personal story of the man who rose up to meet the challenge of terrific opposition and become one of America's most promising new political figures—Senator Scott Brown. Brown is famous for succeeding popular Massachusetts Senator Ted Kennedy after...

*The instant New York Times bestseller* The untold story of four of the most decorated soldiers of World War II—all Medal of Honor recipients—from the beaches of French Morocco to Hitler’s own mountaintop fortress, by the national bestselling author of The First Wave “Pitch-perfect...

Here you will find true mysterious unsolved crime stories. Immerse yourself in the mysterious and the inexplicable, the premier podcast creation channel for all that defies ordinary understanding. My mission is to explore the depths of the strange and mysterious, captivating your curiosity with each podcast. I delve into the most bizarre and puzzling stories from around the world. From chilling unsolved cases and inexplicable missing person(s) to the most bewildering and mysterious events, I'll cover it all. My content is meticulously researched, ensuring that you're not just entertained, but ...

Millions of people around the world know Chuck Norris as the star of more than 20 motion pictures, including Delta Force, Missing in Action, and Return of the Dragon. Millions more know him as a martial arts expert, the only man in the Western Hemisphere to hold an 8th degree Black Belt Grand Master in Tae Kwon Do. And then there are others who know him from his eight seasons on CBS's longest running series, Walker, Texas Ranger.

Against the Odds chronicles Thomas R. Berger's significant contributions to Indigenous rights advocacy in Canada and the United States. Mid-career, Berger led the Mackenzie Valley Pipeline Inquiry, conducting over thirty community hearings in the Northwest Territories to ensure that First Nations' voices were heard. Later, he also led public hearings on the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act.

Beating the Odds is the improbable, inspiring autobiography of financial guru Eddie C. Brown, one of the nation's top stock pickers and money managers. It details how Brown skillfully kept Brown Capital Management afloat through the dot-com bust, 9/11, and the Great Recession. Born to a 13-year-old unwed mother in the rural South, this African-American investment whiz created a Baltimore-based financial firm that amassed more than $6 billion under management.

Ever wish that history was taught in a way that was, we don't know, fun, engaging, worthy of a late night conversation over left-over pad thai? (Warm Bodies reference, wut, wut!). Say no more. The Land of Odd is a history podcast where we delve into all things bizarre, macabre, inspiring, and astonishingly absurd. All the debacles the text book left out (aka, the cool stuff aka the stuff you should know)? We've found 'em and we're taking you along for the ride.

Penned by the reputed Chicago socialite, Emma Murdock Van Deventer, Against Odds is a riveting detective tale set against the backdrop of the Worlds Fair. Follow the journey of our protagonist, Carl Masters, as he relentlessly chases the notorious international criminals, Greenback Bob and Delbras. From clever conmen and stolen handbags to intricate jewel heists and enigmatic adventuresses, Masters has his work cut out for him. As the plot thickens with the disappearance of two young men and a mysterious murder, Carl Masters detective prowess is put to the ultimate test.

Raj Sarma currently resides in the Bay Area with his spouse and two children. His life journey humbles him, and he aims to share his experiences to inspire those striving for a better life. Raj Sarma’s experiences, both positive and negative, have shaped his thought process and emotional state, emphasizing the connection between daily decisions and personal growth. He is motivated to share his story to help his children understand their father’s background and find their own identities as they navigate their journeys.

When Ellie Goldstein was first diagnosed with Down Syndrome, her mother was soon told that her new-born would amount to nothing. For 21 years and counting, Ellie Goldstein has been defying the odds and overcoming every hardship thrown at her. Told she wouldn't walk, Ellie has danced on mainstages. Told she wouldn't learn, she has gained a college education. And told not to dream, Ellie has gone on to become the first model with Down Syndrome to be photographed for Gucci and continues to change the face of fashion from the inside out in countless international campaigns.

The football star made famous in the hit film The Blind Side reflects on how far he has come from the circumstances of his youth. Michael Oher is the young man at the center of the true story depicted in The Blind Side movie (and book) that swept up awards and accolades. Though the odds were...

Murder, Ghosts, and Hairy Ape-Like Creatures in the Forest? Every Tuesday, join two unhinged friends as we dig deep into our favorite Conspiracy Theories, True Crime Stories, and Spooky campfire tales that make us ask, "Isn't that Odd?"

Do you have a story to share? Well, we have the means for you to share your story! All of us have that hidden storyteller within us with that one tale that is etched in our memories forever. And we’re here to bring that short story in front of the world. We give you a chance to share your story- it could be sad, happy, drunk, success, failure, love story or breakup story, anything literally. Our goal is to meet as many people as we can and find a sparkle in the mundaneness of their everyday life. AudStory has created a platform where we give you the microphone and you share your story. What ...

Odd Trails is an anthology of true paranormal stories, narrated by Andy and Brandon Lanier. Join us every week as we dive into all things weird and otherworldly. Submit your experiences to stories@oddtrails.com.

The Odd One is a true crime podcast hosted by Tanner Azzinnaro. Each episode, Tanner, the crime-obsessed Odd One himself, presents his research on criminal cases in the form of a story to his close friends over some drinks. Mostly serious and sometimes comedic, The Odd One is the true crime podcast for anyone who enjoys tales from the scary side of human nature and discussing them with good friends. Sources and Case Photos: https://theoddonepodcast.tumblr.com/

John H. Johnson, the remarkable entrepreneur who founded the Ebony publishing empire, tells the story of his success. The wealthiest African-American in the US today, Johnson shares his rags to riches saga, from the many obstacles that confronted him to his ultimate triumph.

Welcome to the Odd Ones Out podcast!Now, you may notice that we haven't published an episode for a few weeks, but that's just because some life admin has come up and got in the way.We are still here, and still planning for future episodes, so please bear with us. In the meantime, if you haven't already subscribed, please do - that way you'll be notified as soon as we have got the show up and running again!Beck and Maz xAbout the Podcast:As people who have always felt they're on the outside looking in, Maz and Beck explore personal core beliefs and driving behaviours which hold them back, with...