Alan Dein searches for the stories that connect us in a changing world.
Today, Alan hears stories from people who’ve transformed their lives and are helping others to do the same against the backdrop of the pandemic.
He speaks to Alhaji in Sierra Leone who’s building a house for his parents from the money he’s earned working in the United States.
He hears from Tiffany in India who helps visually impaired people become more independent, after her own challenging childhood.
Alan also connects with Al in the United States who aims to inspire young people in a tough area of Chicago.
And he catches up with Ibrahim who, at the start of the pandemic, was homeless on the streets of Athens. Nine months on, Ibrahim’s life has changed beyond recognition.
Plus, Margaret in Uganda – who cares for youngsters orphaned by AIDS – shares her hopes for the new year.
Producers: Sarah Shebbeare & Laurence Grissell
22 Dec 2020
Grounded
Alan Dein searches for the stories that connect us in a changed world. Inspiring and moving stories of how the pandemic has changed people's lives on every continent.
Today, airline pilot Peter in Australia talks about deciding to become a bus driver after the pandemic forced him to stop flying.
And wedding planner Vithika in India discusses the dramatic impact of the pandemic on her industry.
Plus, Chun Wing, a ballet dancer at the Paris Opera shares the frustrations of not being able to perform.
Alan also speaks to Shira who lives in an orthodox community in Israel and he catches up with doctor Ahmed in Sudan who’s just made a major decision about his job.
Producers: Sarah Shebbeare & Laurence Grissell
15 Dec 2020
Searching For Hope
Alan Dein searches for the stories that connect us in a changed world. Inspiring and moving accounts of how the pandemic has changed people's lives on every continent.
Today, Liana in Armenia celebrates her 30th birthday as her country finds itself at war with Azerbaijan - as well as covid-19.
We also catch up with 25 year old entrepreneur Fahad in Bangladesh, who Alan first spoke to in March when it looked like he might lose his hard-earned fortune.
Plus, Ugandan midwife Marion faces the toughest year of her career and Fish in China describes how lockdown is affecting her fellow students’ mental health.
Producers: Sarah Shebbeare & Laurence Grissell
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