Pt 1: Getting Fired From Your Dream Job | Matt Edmondson

BBC Radio 1 presenter Matt Edmondson joins Dr Alex George this week to share the realities of getting his dream job at 18 and then losing it...In part 1, Matt discusses how he achieved his presenting dreams from endless persistence, why he got fired from CBBC and what pulled him out of his subsequent depression. Novel Idea, a Matt & Mollie Production is available on all major podcast platforms.Follow @mattedmondsonOrder Alex’s latest book Am I Normal? - out now!Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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