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Multi Story

Personal stories from across England - each week, a new theme. Becca Bryers is your guide to the colourful characters and emotional experiences which make up a diverse country.

Local Radio,44 episodes

Episodes

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Caring and Sharing
Three inspiring stories reflecting on what it means to give or receive care.
01 Sep 2021,32 mins
Carry On Campervanning
Marianne and Chris swapped their five-bedroom family house for Trudy the camper van.
18 Aug 2021,18 mins
Life and Lyrics
Jackie is using her music to empower other women, who feel trapped in bad relationships.
04 Aug 2021,30 mins
Only One Twin Can Win
Athlete Jake Wightman and his actor brother Sam, talk twin rivalry, on and off the track.
21 Jul 2021,32 mins
Legacy
Making space for all in the equestrian world, and sharing yoga's spiritual teachings.
23 Jun 2021,33 mins
The New Normal
The deaf tennis player who can hear again, an adoption, and a new relationship with food.
09 Jun 2021,39 mins
Keeping Company
Three stories of the way technology can help us form connections and feel less alone.
26 May 2021,40 mins
Within The Rules
Patricia is desperate to be reunited with her mum, but only within the lockdown rules.
12 May 2021,41 mins
Single Story: Expectation vs Reality
A short reflection on 2020, and look ahead to the upcoming fourth series of Multi Story.
05 May 2021,8 mins
Single Story: Piano Man
How a spontaneous duet between strangers sparked a viral video and a valued friendship.
09 Apr 2020,13 mins
New Start
To welcome in the new decade, stories of life-changing moments and new directions.
01 Jan 2020,33 mins
Christmas II
Reflections on a first Christmas, and a last Christmas - plus the life of a panto dame.
18 Dec 2019,41 mins
Identity
Reflections on what makes us who we are - from national citizenship to how we dress.
04 Dec 2019,41 mins
Words
Celebrating the power of words - from rescued love letters, to old age poetry writing.
20 Nov 2019,37 mins
Bodies
Life changing body modifications - from prosthetic noses to an elective leg amputation.
06 Nov 2019,39 mins
Relationship Status
Reflections on romance; from a polyamorous trio, a reunited couple, and a group of nuns.
23 Oct 2019,39 mins
Listen
The power of tuning in - from the buzzing of bees, to the shared thoughts of our friends.
09 Oct 2019,37 mins
Hidden History
Unexpected personal tales of espionage, a childhood in the zoo, and flying to the moon.
25 Sep 2019,41 mins
Single Story: House Block 6
Liam has served over 50 convictions, but is hoping this will be his last time in prison.
11 Sep 2019,7 mins
Single Story: Reunion
The story behind the reunion of a US cop and the UK firefighter who helped save his life.
28 Aug 2019,17 mins
Single Story: Dilemma
Can John say goodbye to the only place he's called home and gain financial security?
14 Aug 2019,14 mins
Single Story: Awake Wake
Samanda, aka "the Queen of Positivity" was never one to miss a party - even her own wake.
31 Jul 2019,11 mins
Fighter
A kickboxer, a wrestler and a bare knuckle boxer share their stories of fighting back.
17 Jul 2019,38 mins
Illegal
A sex worker, a cannabis user, and a campaigner for assisted dying - on breaking the law.
03 Jul 2019,30 mins,
Generations
People with at least four decades between them, share and compare their life experiences.
19 Jun 2019,32 mins
Skin
Stories about skin appearance and its impact on identity - from tattoos to birthmarks.
05 Jun 2019,34 mins
Dwelling
The family living off-grid, camping out for a house, and building a co-housing community.
22 May 2019,38 mins
Support
Four stories reflecting the positive impact other people can make on our mental health.
08 May 2019,42 mins
Influencers
Teaching with Tourette's, leaving the EDL, and making a career out of likes and follows.
24 Apr 2019,35 mins
Secrets
A stealthy night-time society, an untold family murder, and a "magical" hidden recipe.
10 Apr 2019,39 mins