BBC Trained

And covered by the media worldwide

I wasn’t one of those kids who dreamt of being on TV!

Mid-Atlantic I shared my feelings with a camcorder. On reaching dry land the BBC were so taken with the footage that the Six O’Clock News made a five minute feature out of it. All it took was that and an honest interview for BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour and things took off. I’ve now presented over 40 programmes for the BBC as well as working for ITV, Channel 5, CBBC and Sail TV. I gave up TV presenting when my children came along but still use my broadcasting skills daily on stage and during live virtual presentations.

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Programmes Presented

TV Presenter

Being trained by the BBC Talent Scheme gave me an excellent media base

Media Guest

Live TV & Radio are my favourite. I always have something to say!

Writer

I love guest writing and reporting for newspapers and online media.

My TV Showreel

A few (early) clips of me on the telly and radio!

BBC Grandstand
BBC Extreme Lives
BBC Radio 4 with Libby Purves

About

Debra Searle MVO, MBE shot to fame after rowing the Atlantic solo.

As a sought after motivational speaker and author, she has spoken at 1,000 events in 40+ countries.

She has founded five companies and presented over 40 programmes for the BBC.