Join Patty Kikos for an inspiring and heartfelt interview with Sam and Cameron Bloom, the incredible couple behind the touching story of 'Penguin Bloom.' Hear firsthand how a freak accident in Thailand left Sam a paraplegic, and how their lives took an unexpected turn. Discover the magic that unfolded when a young magpie chick with a broken wing entered their lives, helping them heal together. Their journey, beautifully captured in their book and the movie starring Naomi Watts, is a testament to resilience, love, and the extraordinary bond between humans and animals. Don't miss this captivating conversation!

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CREDITS:

Host – Patty Kikos

Producers – Patty Kikos and John Hresc

Sound Engineer – John Hresc

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:

The Benevolent Society acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.