Standing on the Shoulders: Incredible Heroes and How They Inspire Us

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Dan has presented shows on BBC Radio 5 Live and presented Sportsday on the BBC News Channel and BBC World News, as well as regularly reporting for Final Score and Match of the Day. I enjoyed hearing about how strictly works and I was very surprised at Gio's words (in a good way). So nice to see that side of him. From 1st July 2021, VAT will be applicable to those EU countries where VAT is applied to books - this additional charge will be collected by Fed Ex (or the Royal Mail) at the time of delivery. Shipments to the USA & Canada: He is determined to keep shining a light on the kindness, compassion and selflessness which continue to characterise so many people and their actions right across the country. Also production were a fabulous input into this pairing and I now understand why Rose has been so praising of Strictly - Sarah James was a great force between the two of them and made sure Rose felt supported every step of the way and probably why Rose would’ve agreed to do another 10 weeks in a heartbeat if she had the chance! Think that’s a real testament how much she enjoyed the whole experience given how much she was pushing herself every week and not only the mentality of being the ‘deaf poster girl’ but also the physical challenge her body underwent too!

It is also a timely reminder of the goodness and positivity that drives us forward during challenging times. History can be cruel and forgetful to those who don’t shout about their own success or good deeds, but 'Standing on the Shoulders' is a celebration of ordinary people and the extraordinary things they do. Nadiya's early life and how she made it as a ballroom champion, her inspiration (Slavik Krykliyvyy) how vital her Mum Larisa's support has been Rose is obviously quite prominent in the book & does the foreword so there is a great friendship between Rose & Dan obviously. He really admires her & looks up to her. RSPCA Preston: Dog found dumped and emaciated among the animals looking for a home in time for Christmas

We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused. Was just wondering if anyone has read Dans new book as obviously Nadiya is featured in her own chapter & the same goes for Rose & Gio too… The new book from the author of the bestselling Remarkable People contains a totally fresh batch of humble heroes whose actions, bravery and determination have helped shape their communities. About the Author: Dan Walker was born in Crawley in West Sussex in 1977. He is a TV presenter and journalist who recently moved to become one of the faces of Channel 5. Previously he presented BBC1’s Breakfast for six years and Football Focus for twelve years. Dan’s other books are Remarkable People: Extraordinary Stories of Everyday Lives, Dan Walker’s Football Thronkersaurus: Football’s Finest Tales and Dan Walker’s Magic, Mud & Maradona: Cup Football’s Finest Tales. He lives in Sheffield with his wife, three children and Winne the dog. It gives a really interesting insight into Strictly world & actually how much effort & thought goes into it! Very rarely have we had that sort of insight but I thought everyone spoke really positively of the show, what goes on behind the scenes etc it was a very good read!

Some (not all) of the stories are tragic and just so saddening but overall these are stories of optimism and hope and are uplifting and inspiring and show amazing strength of character. The subject of forgiveness in the face of such awful atrocity has its own chapter with Dan talking to people about their religious beliefs and why they have chosen to forgive rather than live a life of bitterness and hate.

The new audiobook from the author of the best-selling Remarkable People contains a totally fresh batch of humble heroes whose actions, bravery and determination have helped shape their communities. As one of the UK's leading journalists, Dan has made it his life work to focus on people who often act as the catalysts for the unheralded champions who frequently go without getting the recognition they deserve. There are so many great people we can read about in history, Dan Walker sits down with folks in the here and now, he not only writes their story but he shows us how their unique approaches to their experiences can teach us so much. As one of the UK's leading journalists, Dan has made it his life work to focus on people who often act as the catalysts for change: the unheralded champions who frequently go without getting the recognition they deserve.

Thank you for the summaries everybody. If you can please let us know about the Nadiya chapter please Not only a great insight into her relationship with her mum and what a (obvious!) supporter she is of her daughter but also a really good insight into the Rose & Gio relationship. It really made me appreciate Rose even more given what a strenuous few opening weeks she had (she quite rightly never let on) and how much Gio pushed her to be the version of herself only he could see at the time. I also have to congratulate Gio for all the thought he put into the CC routine & never accepting the ‘cheats’ route of how he gets out of that silent moment also not hearing the music alongside Rose. How they approached their dances. Dan talks in depth about their Week dance, Week 5 VW (his turning point), surviving the Jive, Couple's Choice to 'Classic', American Smooth (apparently he couldn't put any weight on his left feet and was surpriving on painkillers and physio), their 'Desperado' Rumba (they found out in Week 6 that if they made it to Week 10, they would have Rumba) Why he agree to do Strictly that year and the challenge of keeping it secret (top tip - don't search for YouTube ballroom dance videos on the family PC as your kids will work it out!)

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History can be cruel and forgetful to those who don’t shout about their own success or good deeds, but Standing on the Shoulders is a beautifully-written and illuminating celebration of ordinary people and the extraordinary things they do. It is also a timely reminder of the goodness and positivity that drives us forward during challenging times. Dan has gone and done it again, thoroughly recommended! He admits himself the themes in this book are very similar to his first. You don't have to have read Remarkable People to enjoy this book but if you have you will find updates on a good number of the folks mentioned. The new audiobook from the author of the bestselling Remarkable People contains a totally fresh batch of humble heroes whose actions, bravery and determination have helped shape their communities. I don’t want to spoil it for anyone who seemingly hasn’t read it - I just wanted to discuss it with people who had and their thoughts on it!