The Drive to Serve: Norman Samuels and the Bristol Bus Boycott

13/04/2025 49 min Episodio 1
The Drive to Serve: Norman Samuels and the Bristol Bus Boycott

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In this powerful first episode of Beyond the Boundaries, Olympian Vernon Samuels shares a rare 2010 recording of his father, Norman Samuels — Bristol’s very first Black bus driver and a key figure in the 1963 Bristol Bus Boycott. Norman reflects on arriving from Jamaica, facing racism in Britain, and becoming part of a movement that changed UK history. Blending lived experience with legacy, this episode offers a moving tribute to courage, community, and the power of ordinary people to spark extraordinary change. A compelling listen for those seeking purpose, justice, and hope.