National treasure Captain Tom has lived an exciting and full life and yet at the grand age of 100, he shows no signs of slowing. New podcast, The Originals, sees guest host Captain Tom in conversation with older guests, all of whom have their own interesting stories to tell. From a 79-year-old woman revealing her kiss with a rockstar, to an award-winning, investigative journalist, fighting against climate change for over half a century, Captain Tom shows his listeners the questions to ask, to uncover surprising tales and common experiences. The podcast is part of the wider ‘Donate Your Words’ campaign brought to you by Cadbury and Age UK. The campaign aims to encourage Brits to start a conversation with an older person in their family or community, to help tackle loneliness. Age UK (reg. charity no. 1128267) is the country's leading charity for older people. They provide expert advice, life-changing companionship for vulnerable older people and campaign for the rights of older people to help ensure no one is left behind. Find out more at: https://www.ageuk.org.uk The Originals, the film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w4KYnXyZm54 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this episode, Captain Tom chats with an award-winning investigative journalist who has been fighting against climate change for over half a century. Geoff tells Captain Tom being kind is one of the main reasons he’s been able to sustain a journalism career for 50 years, and believes anything is possible if you put your mind to it. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this episode, Captain Tom interviews John Starbrook and uncovers his daredevil side. From sky diving to running marathons around the world, John has no intention of taking it easy just yet and both Captain Tom and John are united in their belief that age is just a number. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this episode, Captain Tom interviews Rajinder Singh who reveals his passion for skipping. Rajinder admits he has to skip for at least ten minutes a day because if he doesn’t he believes is missing out. Listen in, as Rajinder shares some wise life advice on fitness, honesty and helping other people to do something good. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this episode, Captain Tom interviews Rose Knox Pebbles and uncovers her wild side. From her first acts of rebellion at school, to kissing a Rockstar in 70’s Vegas, Captain Tom enjoys hearing Rose’s ‘glass half full’ approach to life and ‘be bold’ advice to the younger generations. Rose shows that older people are no shrinking violets. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this episode, Captain Tom interviews Winston Garvey. From lifting weights on a Caribbean beach at 15 to becoming a bodybuilding champion who still trains three times a week, this 83 year old shares his secrets on how to live a good life. Listen in as Captain Tom and Winston find a common interest in exercise, as well as a shared admiration for Nelson Mandela. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
National treasure Captain Tom has lived an exciting and full life and yet at the grand age of 100, he shows no signs of slowing. New podcast, The Originals, sees guest host Captain Tom in conversation with older guests, all of whom have their own interesting stories to tell. From a 79-year-old woman revealing her kiss with a rockstar, to an award-winning, investigative journalist, fighting against climate change for over half a century, Captain Tom shows his listeners the questions to ask, to uncover surprising tales and common experiences. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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