RD Talks
Reader's Digest Australia
Sit back and listen to some of the most engaging stories to have appeared in Reader’s Digest magazine.
RD Talks brings you the real-life unforgettable crime investigations, dramas in real life, and inspirational and heart-warming moments you’ve come to expect from the magazine. Each one will amaze, stir your emotions and have you celebrating the courage of everyday heroes.
From sinister brutal husband/wife murder mystery, The Case of the Missing Keys, to the tear-jerking story of a sweet natured baby boy in Family for Freddie, who finally finds the perfect loving home just in time for Christmas.
There’s also a terrifying tale of survival in Crocodile Attack, a freak hot air balloon accident in Ascent to Terror, and The Man Who Wouldn’t Die, that sees a hard-working family man start a normal day at work only to face the horror of being encased with bitumen. Will he survive?
But it doesn’t end there. Dozens of real life tales will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Carefully selected and recorded by the team at Reader’s Digest (Australia) magazine, episodes range from 10-30 minutes.
RD Talks brings you the real-life unforgettable crime investigations, dramas in real life, and inspirational and heart-warming moments you’ve come to expect from the magazine. Each one will amaze, stir your emotions and have you celebrating the courage of everyday heroes.
From sinister brutal husband/wife murder mystery, The Case of the Missing Keys, to the tear-jerking story of a sweet natured baby boy in Family for Freddie, who finally finds the perfect loving home just in time for Christmas.
There’s also a terrifying tale of survival in Crocodile Attack, a freak hot air balloon accident in Ascent to Terror, and The Man Who Wouldn’t Die, that sees a hard-working family man start a normal day at work only to face the horror of being encased with bitumen. Will he survive?
But it doesn’t end there. Dozens of real life tales will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Carefully selected and recorded by the team at Reader’s Digest (Australia) magazine, episodes range from 10-30 minutes.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Sep 23, 2020 • 12min
Edith's Story
When Barry Martin took on the role of construction supervisor of a huge commercial complex in Seattle, he never imagined that he would end up befriending Edith Macefield, the 84-year-old who had refused US$1 million from the developer to move house. First published June 2014. Written by Barry Martin with Philip Lerman, extracted from Under One Roof: How a Tough Old Woman in a Little Old House Changed My Life. Read by Zoe Meunier.
Sep 17, 2020 • 10min
An amazing arrival
A tumour threatened the life of the unborn baby. To save her, doctors would need a careful and brave plan. First published March 2014. Written by Helen Signy. Read by Zoe Meunier.
Sep 10, 2020 • 38min
My family's secret past
Mysteries swirled about my grandfather, but no one would talk to me about him honestly. Finally, I decided to find the answers on my own. First published August 2020. Written by Julie Lindahl, from the book The Pendulum. Read by Zoe Meunier.
Aug 31, 2020 • 15min
Help! Can anyone hear me?
Trapped in her car down an embankment, Corine began to lose hope of being found. First published September 2020. Written by Lisa Fitterman. Read by Zoe Meunier.
Aug 27, 2020 • 11min
4 seconds to live
Trapped in a plummeting plane, Barry Dawson had only… 4 seconds to live. First published September 2002. Written by John Dyson. Read by Zoe Meunier.
Aug 19, 2020 • 12min
A Dog Like No Other
Santos led a charmed life, until one unlucky day in Africa. First published October 1998. Written by Peter Muilenburg. Read by Zoe Meunier.
Aug 10, 2020 • 15min
One Breath Away
Daniel Miller promised his wife, Saimaa, he’d never leave her. But could he stay alive until help arrived? First published in August 2017. Written by Helen Signy. Read by Zoe Meunier.
Aug 5, 2020 • 6min
The baby who was meant to be ours
How a cute baby outfit became a symbol of hope, fate and faith for a young couple desperate for a child. First published November 2019. Written by Sarah Mouracade. Read by Zoe Meunier.
Jul 29, 2020 • 11min
Boy in the stream
When a neighbour pulls an unconscious toddler from an ice stream, the little boy’s family fears the worst. But one doctor won’t give up hope. First published March 2016. Written by Derek Burnett. Narrated by Zoe Meunier.
Jul 22, 2020 • 7min
Phat Phil's road to slim
At ll kilograms of feline flabulosity, Phat Phil needed to lose weight – but try telling him that. First published August 2020. Written by Lindsy Van Gelder. Read by Zoe Meunier.
