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Dr Nicola Fox on the tragedy that changed her life—Postcards
Dr Nicola Fox, the Head of Science at NASA, was cast away by Lauren Laverne in 2023.
George Michael on his accidental start in music—Postcards
In 2007, the musician George Michael was cast away by Kirsty Young.
Davina McCall on addiction—Postcards
The TV presenter Davina McCall was cast away by Kirsty Young in 2016.
Ade Adepitan on his first day at school—Postcards
In 2012, the Paralympian and TV presenter Ade Adepitan was cast away by Kirsty Young.
Ruth Jones on her start in acting—Postcards
The actor and writer Ruth Jones was cast away by Lauren Laverne in 2019.
Tom Hanks on loneliness—Postcards
The Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks was cast away by Kirsty Young in 2016.
Val McDermid on her childhood love of libraries—Postcards
In 2013 the Scottish writer Val McDermid was cast away by Kirsty Young.
Malala on campaigning for equal access to education—Postcards
The activist Malala Yousafzai was cast away by Lauren Laverne in 2021.
Jilly Cooper on the secret to a successful marriage—Postcards
In 2016 the novelist Jilly Cooper was cast away by Kirsty Young.
Ian Wright on his inspirational teacher—Postcards
The former footballer and pundit Ian Wright was cast away by Lauren Laverne in 2020.
