He goes by many legendary monikers. The Heartbreak Kid, Mr. Wrestlemania... and our very own Sonal Rupani’s Childhood Crush! Shawn Michaels joined us to surprise Sonal and reflect on his epic career as a WWF and later, WWE superstar. From his favourite moments in the ring to what he loved most about being a professional wrestler, Shawn gives some insight into the man behind the Sweet Chin Music. 

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When your childhood crush surprises you... and it’s Shawn Michaels!

Deep sea diver Chris Lemons is not supposed to be here. In September 2012, an unforeseen accident separated Chris from his support unit and plunged him into darkness. He was 100 meters below the surface of the North Sea, disorientated and hooked up to an emergency supply which offered just 6 minutes of life-giving support. His miraculous survival story is not one to be missed! 

The incredible story of how deep sea diver Chris Lemons cheated death

Yasmine Salem is no ordinary go-getter. The keen runner has set herself a challenge that comprises EVERY street in Dubai. Yep, you heard that right. Every street. So why? That was what we wanted to know when she came into our studios for a chat.  

Dubai road runner’s quest for bizarre first

Meet Dolores Shelleh, the first Arab woman to summit Mount Everest from the Northeast Ridge. Her amazing story has recently been made into a National Geographic Abu Dhabi documentary, and naturally, we had to have her pop in and share her tales with us.

The mountaineer scaling new heights for Arab women

03 Mar 2020: One song changed singer Chesney Hawkes’ life and catapulted him to stardom. But the story behind the smash hit - 1991’s “The One & Only” - is both a funny and heartwarming tale, from “Bog-roll” Belinda to a delirious fan at his local supermarket. When it comes to anecdotes, Chesney proves himself to be far more than just a one-hit wonder 

In conversation with “the one and only” Chesney Hawkes!

Famed mountaineer Sir Chris Bonington reflects on a life spent living on the edge. From his seminal ascent of the north wall of the Eigur in 1962 to the south face of Annapurna and Everest expeditions that saw him lose friends and fellow climbers to the mountain, Bonington's love for climbing always eclipsed the perilous risks that come with the territory. As he looks back on his storied career, Sir Chris explains where this passion comes from, and tells us about the time he was convinced that his number was up. 

In conversation with mountaineer Sir Chris Bonington

Before Star Wars was a multi-billion dollar franchise, it was an unusual idea being peddled by a relatively unknown filmmaker. Anthony Daniels, the actor who played C-3PO in all nine films in the Skywalker Saga, told Off Script what it was really like in the early days on the low-budget and physically gruelling production of A New Hope.

In conversation with C-3PO, human-cyborg relations

On 23rd June 2018, 12 boys went exploring in Thailand's Chiang Rai province with their football coach - and ended up trapped deep inside a cave underneath a mountain. What happened over those two weeks is a remarkable story that captivated the world. Diver Erik Brown was part of the team of volunteers who took part in the rescue operation - spending 63 hours within the cave. This is the full story of Thailand’s extraordinary cave rescue, told through his eyes. 

In conversation with Thai cave rescuer Erik Brown

Larry Lawton is not your average petty thief. A mastermind of over 20 heists spanning seven, lucrative years, it's little surprise that in 1996 Larry found himself on the FBI's Most Wanted List.  That coupled with the fact Larry was associate of the infamous Gambino crime family, makes his life story a must-listen for fans of mob movie classics.  So how does one become a master jewel thief trusted by one of the five notorious New York crime families? Settle back, and enjoy.

Confessions of a mob associate and master jewel thief

Not many people can describe the feeling of being swallowed head first by an enraged hippopotamus. Paul Templer is one of them. His tale is vivid, visceral and remarkable for just the fact that he survived this three minute encounter with Africa’s most dangerous animal. Listen as Paul brings this horrifying encounter to life 

I was swallowed by a hippo.. and lived to tell the tale

From makeshift home surgery to the most inconvenient place on the planet to suffer a heart attack, this conversation with legendary explorer and adventurer Sir Ranulph Fiennes delivers one amazing shock after another, all in the droll, matter-of-fact style of a man who epitomises the great British refrain of the stiff upper lip 

In conversation with record-breaking explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes

With 15 Mr Olympia titles between them, Ronnie “the GOAT” Coleman and Phil “the Gift” Heath have dominated two decades of professional bodybuilding. In an illuminating conversation about dedication, discipline and the all-important diet, this is an eye-opening look into a life spent devoted to an often misunderstood craft 

In conversation with Ronnie Coleman and Phil Heath

Former FBI agent and best-selling author Joe Navarro has identified the four personality types that cause the most harm, and in this candid conversation he explains what character traits these individuals exhibit. In a lengthy career with the FBI, Navarro encountered some of the world’s most dangerous individuals, from cold blooded serial killers to ruthless terrorists. Here he offers a chilling insight into the minds of the people who don’t play by society’s rules 

Dangerous personalities with Joe Navarro

We speak to a shipwreck hunter and underwater search and rescue expert David Mearns. He tells us about his first big case - which involved a murder trial from Austria. 

In conversation with shipwreck hunter David Mearns

Every now and again on Off Script we stumble upon a gem of a guest. Brian Blessed is very much in that category. Here the famed actor and larger than life character shares with us some anecdotes from his extraordinary career on the silver screen, including one funny interaction with Her Majesty the Queen.

The life in times of actor Brian Blessed

The UAE's alternative take on news, entertainment and sport. With personality aplenty, this is a show designed to cross the opinion divide - whose side are you on? Join Chris, Robbie and Sonal as they cut through the clutter to bring you the news, entertainment and sport stories that actually matter. With topical talk, big name guests and a strong sideline in humour, prepare to veer Off Script on your drive home commute.

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