When a 26-year-old American astrophysics major arrived in the Old City of Kabul in Afghanistan to volunteer, she had no idea the work would become a major part of her life, helping tens of thousands of people survive and thrive in unstable, war-torn countries.
Shoshana Stewart, President of Turquoise Mountain, explains how the international NGO started with a chance conversation between the then Prince of Wales and former Afghan President Hamid Karzai, followed by an extraordinary mission for her now husband Rory Stewart.
Eighteen years on, Shoshana shares the compelling story of how the charity supports artisans like rug makers, carvers, and jewellery designers whose lives and ancient traditions in Afghanistan, Myanmar and the Middle East are under threat, giving them a livelihood and restoring their pride in their cultural heritage.
The King's Lodge at The Connaught designed by Guy Oliver with support from Turquoise Mountain artisans
The King's Lodge at The Connaught designed by Guy Oliver with support from Turquoise Mountain artisans
Crime reporter Martin Brunt reveals undisclosed stories behind the headlines
Chef Tom Sellers on life, his journey, and being ready for the next chapter
Lilium co-founder Daniel Wiegand shows Helen the first electric vertical take-off and landing jet
Marine Conservationist George Duffield on how a healthy ocean can be a vital ally in our climate crisis
Herbert Hall’s great-grandson on producing English sparkling wine fit for a King
Grammy winning Bluegrass fiddle player Michael Cleveland joins Helen from his studio in Indiana, USA
Wim Warrior Belinda Raphael takes Helen through Wim’s Method, culminating in a 2-min ice bath!
Entrepreneur Jimi Daodu on building the first human centric Metaverse
BAFTA winner & former Met Police officer Gamal ‘G’ Turawa on his story - The Black Cop
One boat, four rowers, 2,800 miles at sea, raising £100K for Mind
John Hajdu MBE shares his harrowing story of survival during the Holocaust in Hungary
Independent economist, IFS Director and Times columnist Paul Johnson on Britain’s economy
Light Artist Chris Levine on the honour and pressure of creating the first holographic portraits of The Queen
Professional climber Hazel Findlay on the extreme challenges she thrives on
Yeoman Warder Andy Merry on life at The Tower of London
Mindset Coach Kamran Bedi on how to create our own anxiety antidote
Margo Marrone - co-founder of The Organic Pharmacy - shares her successful business journey
Physical Disability Rugby League player Sam Zeller on being part of England’s World Cup wining team
Consultant Anaesthetist Dr Manish Raval on saving sight around the world on the Orbis Flying Eye Hospital
Helen joins Haircuts4Homeless Founder Stewart Roberts MBE at work in a London church
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