Surprising personal stories from across England, with handpicked treats from BBC 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.
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Episode 6: Strangers
This week: unknown friends. Featuring the LA cop and the Warwickshire firefighter, reunited a year on from the Las Vegas shooting. Also, the man whose daughter helped arrange a big surprise for his 80th birthday. And Bill Palmer, the 95-year-old who made international news when he was invited into his local radio station. Plus, door-to-door poet Rowan McCabe on connecting with strangers (before they shut the door in his face!). Presented and produced by Becca Bryers With contributions from: Trish Adudu and Marian McNamee from BBC Coventry & Warwickshire Malcolm Boyden and Justyn Surrall from BBC Hereford & Worcester Alex Dyke and Bob Diggles from BBC Radio Solent Simon Logan from BBC Radio Newcastle