Second Chance

Natalie Queiroz, a survivor of one of the most appallingly brutal attacks imaginable. After being stabbed more than 20 times by her partner when she was eight months pregnant, she has rebuilt her life and inspired people with her courage and refusal to be bowed by her trauma. Natalie and her baby survived - but not without life-changing physical and emotional damage.  This episode is a truly moving reminder that a life can be pieced back together, no matter how bad the damage. 

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Shannon Ainslie was just 15 when he was attacked by two deadly sharks, but in a twist of fate, got free and surfed to shore. Despite this harrowing experience, Shannon continued surfing, and has since been involved in further shark attacks, and even faced an Orca – also known as the Killer Whale. A lesson of resilience and determination. No matter what you might face, you should never give up your passions. 

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Aaron Howerton grew up in Washington, USA, with his father, and lived a life of torment from his peers as he dealt with his diagnosis of juvenile Parkinson’s disease, as well as living in a tent and showering under a garden hose. As time progressed, Aaron turned to a life of crime in order to survive, which eventually led to the robbery and murder of a 21-year-old man. And like that, at 19 years of age, Aaron was sent to prison for the rest of his life. His passion for music gives him an escape from the violent, concrete world he now lives in, as he hopes he will one day be released, and be able to continue making music as a free man.

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Larry Lawton grew up in the Bronx, New York, and was connected to the american mafia. As a professional jewel thief he stole millions of dollars in a string of robberies before the FBI charged him with racketeering and robbery. He spent 11 years in some of the hardest federal prisons in the USA for his crimes.  In prison, Larry transformed his life, and now on the outside he has a popular youtube channel where he talks about prison life, the legal system and his past as a jewel thief. He is a powerful advocate for change in the USA using his past to guide teenagers away from a life of crime.

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Larry Lawton grew up in the Bronx, New York, and was connected to the american mafia. As a professional jewel thief he stole millions of dollars in a string of robberies before the FBI charged him with racketeering and robbery. He spent 11 years in some of the hardest federal prisons in the USA for his crimes.  In prison, Larry transformed his life, and now on the outside he has a popular youtube channel where he talks about prison life, the legal system and his past as a jewel thief. He is a powerful advocate for change in the USA using his past to guide teenagers away from a life of crime.

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Bulimia nervosa, an eating disorder and mental health condition is a serious, potentially life-threatening disorder characterized by a cycle of binge eating and self vomiting. It’s not a condition you manage yourself, as Courtney my guest will explain. It is a psychological and physical challenge that can be beaten over time. I hope this story of a resilient young woman will empower others who may be facing a similar battle. The balance between finding your own way and seeking the help and guidance from others may at times feel like a tightrope, but as you steady yourself and keep on moving, you will, as Courtney did, find the courage to push forward from the past to enjoy the future. 

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WARNING: This episode contains descriptions of drug abuse and sexual violence which may may be upsetting for some listeners.

The story you are about to hear on this episode is the struggles of a young middle class woman who felt ostracised by her peers, and so became a sex worker and drug addict.  As a street worker she was viciously attacked by a punter - and seen as less than a victim by the police. Victoria, my guess today, has transformed her life and recently witnessed her attacker convicted and imprisoned not just for the crime he committed against her but also others. Her past has become her strength and she contacted me, by way of a very long email letter and then agreed to share her story, a story that is not only candid but also revealing.

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In this episode I wanted to ask you - the listener - what you think about the concept and the reality of a second chance? 


In previous episodes we’ve listened to stories from individuals who have come back from the brink of death, criminals who have made good after serving lengthy prison sentences and victims that have not allowed the crime against them to define who they are.


The podcast has also given a voice to the voiceless, and by that I mean individuals who want their side of a story told or just their stories told.


I really wanted to know what you think and so I posted a message on social media asking you to share your thoughts. What follows is a selection of your responses and my 
comments.

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Jon Watts was 18 years old when he stabbed another young man because he was angry. He was angry because he felt society had given up on him and other young people. Society had not given up on Jon, but this is how he felt. And it added to the knife crime statistics.  Once he was shown a different path and trained as a chef he went on to work as a sous chef in one of Jamie Oliver's restaurants. Now he owns his own private business, adding to the economic statistics.  

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