Nobody's Gonna Give You a Pound! Podcast w/Vanessa Feltz

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In this episode, we explored the impressive career of Vanessa Feltz, a media icon. We followed her journey from being a young, passionate storyteller to her rise in the media world. Vanessa stressed the importance of real-life experiences and passion, in addition to proper education. Key moments in her career included hosting her own show, presenting on the radio, and adapting to changes in the world of social media. Feltz highlighted responsible journalism, especially in challenging interviews and sensitive topics, including her horrifying moment with Rolf Harris. She shared her experiences, such as her reality TV appearances like "Celebs Go Dating" and "Big Brother." Throughout her journey, we discussed how she would like to be remembered, the pieces of work she's most proud of, valuing her experiences, her regrets, and finding a work-life balance.

Key takeaways:

Follow Your Passion: Vanessa stressed the value of passion and real-life experiences alongside education, shaping her successful journey in the media world.

Integrity in Journalism: Vanessa emphasised responsible journalism, especially during challenging interviews and sensitive topics, showcasing the importance of maintaining integrity.

Adapt and Stay Relevant: Vanessa's career showcased the need to adapt to changes in the media landscape, embracing platforms like social media to connect with audiences and stay relevant.

Balance and Legacy: Vanessa discussed finding a balance between work and personal life, underlining the importance of valuing experiences and creating a positive legacy.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
1:50 - How did it all begin?
3:32 - Thoughts on University
6:03 - When did the first big break come?
8:37 - Any Learnings from Guests on the Bed?
10:38 - Rolf Harris
12:56 - Getting her own show
15:17 - Staying Relevant
23:13 - From the BBC to TalkTV in 2022
26:21 - Progressiveness and PC in Journalism
28:36 - Ageism in the BBC
29:24 - The Future with the likes of Social Media and AI etc.
32:33 - BBC Licence Fee
35:13 - Celebs Go Dating
37:17 - Regrets? Work-Life Balance
40:46 - Investments - Multiple Streams of Income
43:16 - Big Brother
43:58 - How would you like to be remembered?
44:30 - Pieces of Work Yo

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As an entrepreneur, investor, funding expert and mentor who has been building and growing businesses for both myself and my clients for more than 20 years, my fundamental principles are suitable for all industries and businesses of all stages and size.
I’m constantly involved in funding and advising multiple business ventures and successful entrepreneurs.
My goal is to help YOU achieve YOUR financial success! I know how to spot and nurture great business opportunities and as someone who has ‘been there and got the t-shirt’ many times, overall strategies and advice are honest, tangible and grounded in reality.

Chapters

1. Intro (00:00:00)

2. How did it all begin? (00:01:50)

3. Thoughts on University (00:03:32)

4. When did the first big break come? (00:06:03)

5. Any Learnings from Guests on the Bed? (00:08:37)

6. Rolf Harris (00:10:38)

7. Getting Her Own Show (00:12:56)

8. Staying Relevant (00:15:17)

9. From the BBC to TalkTV in 2022 (00:23:13)

10. Progressiveness and PC in Journalism (00:26:21)

11. Ageism in the BBC (00:28:36)

12. The Future with the likes of Social Media and AI etc. (00:29:24)

13. BBC Licence Fee (00:32:33)

14. Celebs Go Dating (00:35:13)

15. Regrets? Work-Life Balance (00:37:17)

16. Investments - Multiple Streams of Income (00:40:46)

17. Big Brother (00:43:16)

18. How would you like to be remembered? (00:43:58)

19. Pieces of Work You're Most Proud of? (00:44:30)

20. Best Single Piece of Advice? (00:46:07)