Multi Story Podcast
Surprising personal stories from across England, with handpicked treats from Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Local Radio - each episode a new theme. Becca Bryers is your guide to the colourful characters and emotional experiences which make up a diverse country.
Episodes to download
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Caring and Sharing
Wed 1 Sep 2021
Three inspiring stories reflecting on what it means to give or receive care.
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Carry On Campervanning
Wed 18 Aug 2021
Marianne and Chris swapped their five-bedroom family house for Trudy the camper van.
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Life and Lyrics
Wed 4 Aug 2021
Jackie is using her music to empower other women, who feel trapped in bad relationships.
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Only One Twin Can Win
Wed 21 Jul 2021
Athlete Jake Wightman and his actor brother Sam, talk twin rivalry, on and off the track.
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Legacy
Wed 23 Jun 2021
Making space for all in the equestrian world, and sharing yoga's spiritual teachings.
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The New Normal
Wed 9 Jun 2021
The deaf tennis player who can hear again, an adoption, and a new relationship with food.
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Keeping Company
Wed 26 May 2021
Three stories of the way technology can help us form connections and feel less alone.
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Within The Rules
Wed 12 May 2021
Patricia is desperate to be reunited with her mum, but only within the lockdown rules.
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Single Story: Expectation vs Reality
Wed 5 May 2021
A short reflection on 2020, and look ahead to the upcoming fourth series of Multi Story.
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Single Story: Piano Man
Thu 9 Apr 2020
How a spontaneous duet between strangers sparked a viral video and a valued friendship.
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New Start
New Year's Day 2020
To welcome in the new decade, stories of life-changing moments and new directions.
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Christmas II
Wed 18 Dec 2019
Reflections on a first Christmas, and a last Christmas - plus the life of a panto dame.
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Identity
Wed 4 Dec 2019
Reflections on what makes us who we are - from national citizenship to how we dress.
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Words
Wed 20 Nov 2019
Celebrating the power of words - from rescued love letters, to old age poetry writing.
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Bodies
Wed 6 Nov 2019
Life changing body modifications - from prosthetic noses to an elective leg amputation.
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Relationship Status
Wed 23 Oct 2019
Reflections on romance; from a polyamorous trio, a reunited couple, and a group of nuns.
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Listen
Wed 9 Oct 2019
The power of tuning in - from the buzzing of bees, to the shared thoughts of our friends.
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Hidden History
Wed 25 Sep 2019
Unexpected personal tales of espionage, a childhood in the zoo, and flying to the moon.
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Single Story: House Block 6
Wed 11 Sep 2019
Liam has served over 50 convictions, but is hoping this will be his last time in prison.
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Single Story: Reunion
Wed 28 Aug 2019
The story behind the reunion of a US cop and the UK firefighter who helped save his life.
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Single Story: Dilemma
Wed 14 Aug 2019
Can John say goodbye to the only place he's called home and gain financial security?
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Single Story: Awake Wake
Wed 31 Jul 2019
Samanda, aka "the Queen of Positivity" was never one to miss a party - even her own wake.
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Fighter
Wed 17 Jul 2019
A kickboxer, a wrestler and a bare knuckle boxer share their stories of fighting back.
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Illegal
Wed 3 Jul 2019
A sex worker, a cannabis user, and a campaigner for assisted dying - on breaking the law.
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Generations
Wed 19 Jun 2019
People with at least four decades between them, share and compare their life experiences.
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Skin
Wed 5 Jun 2019
Stories about skin appearance and its impact on identity - from tattoos to birthmarks.
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Dwelling
Wed 22 May 2019
The family living off-grid, camping out for a house, and building a co-housing community.
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Support
Wed 8 May 2019
Four stories reflecting the positive impact other people can make on our mental health.
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Influencers
Wed 24 Apr 2019
Teaching with Tourette's, leaving the EDL, and making a career out of likes and follows.
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Secrets
Wed 10 Apr 2019
A stealthy night-time society, an untold family murder, and a "magical" hidden recipe.