Doncaster podcaster launches new series of his hit audio show

Real with Ric, the podcast that turns painful experiences into powerful conversations, is marking a new chapter this November, with the launch of Series 3.

Created and presented by Ric Hart, a widowed solo father from Doncaster, the podcast began in 2023 as a way to share his story and go to therapy, has grown into a respected platform for honest, human conversations about change, loss, challenge, resilience and growth.

Series 1 was focused around the deep grief and the loss of his wife hours after birth back in 2018 and how he moved through that, amongst challenging obstacles, and decisions.

Series 2, released earlier this year, explored physical and mental recovery, solo parenting, upto reflecting with ric, reaching the shortlist of the British Podcast Awards’ specialist category at the O2 arena this year.

Now, Series 3 takes the conversation forward inviting guests on the sofa, including fellow podcaster Mike Lowe at Beyond im Fine Podcast who was Ric’s first episode recording set to

be released Saturday 14th November.

Ric is also with what he is calling an experience day, alongside the recording is offering a complimentary contrast therapy session also, giving the story teller, not only the platform to

share your story but also experience what he does everyday which has impacted positively on his mental wellbeing, and being a solo dad, alongside all he has gone through and experienced.

Ric said the show is about giving people space to speak honestly, share their journey through change, and exploring that process. Outside the podcast, Ric continues to speak, and support conversations around bereavement, parenting, and recovery.

Series 3 premiered this month, with new episodes releasing through winter and into 2027.

To learn more, or to share a story, visit realwithric.co.uk or contact the show at [email protected]

Ric’s Adult ’s children’s books are available through Amazon and Waterstones.