Damehood for podcast host

PODCAST host Deborah James said she is “honoured and shocked” that she was considered for a damehood.

The 40-year-old, known online as Bowel Babe, was honoured for her “tireless campaigning” having raised more than £4m for Cancer Research UK so far.

In a post on Instagram, James said the last few days had been a “whirlwind of surreal dreaming”, and that she “can’t fathom the kindness and generosity”.

She said: “I don’t even know where to start with the overwhelming tears getting in the way. I’m humbled and blown away that five years of talking about poo can lead to a damehood! I feel honoured and shocked that I even got considered. I can simply only give thanks for the wonderful people in the world and say the most heartfelt thank you for your unconditional support.”