Join Sammie and Caleb on 'Real Folks, Real Stories' as they dive into the extraordinary lives of everyday people. From unexpected hobbies leading to global communities to quiet passions that spark incredible adventures, we uncover the heartwarming and surprising tales that remind us just how amazing real folks can be. Tune in for genuine conversations and inspiring stories that prove the biggest adventures often start in the most unassuming places.

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On this episode of Real Folks, Real Stories, we introduce you to Sarah, an accountant who, after 25 years of steady spreadsheets, found herself yearning for something more. Join us as we explore her courageous decision to pivot in her late 40s, leaving a comfortable career behind to pursue a lifelong passion and launch her own custom ceramics studio. Discover the challenges, triumphs, and the profound fulfilment of daring to redefine yourself in midlife.

On this episode of Real Folks, Real Stories, we introduce you to Betty, a quiet, unassuming librarian from Melbourne, living a perfectly ordinary life. Until, that is, a surprising letter from a distant relative in England flips her world upside down. Join us as we uncover the astonishing true story of an unexpected multi-million dollar inheritance, and how a truly normal person navigates sudden, life-changing wealth without losing who they are.

On this episode of Real Folks, Real Stories, we share the incredible journey of Michael, a young man who fled the escalating terror of ISIS in Raqqa, Syria, in 2013. We follow his harrowing escape to a refugee camp in Kurdistan, where he spent four gruelling years fighting for his family's survival, working tirelessly to put food on their table. Discover the resilience of the human spirit as Michael's path ultimately leads him to a new life and a fresh start in Australia. This is a powerful story of courage, family, and the enduring hope found on the long road home.