Matt Edmondson: A chance encounter

About this episode

Matt Edmondson shares insights into his creative process and the impact of chance encounters on his career.

Matt Edmondson is a Broadcaster, Author, Creator and DJ, best known for hosting the BBC Radio One weekday afternoon show with Mollie King. Starting out on CBBC, he has carved out an impressive broadcasting career hosting major TV and Radio shows. As well as this, he also owns a television production company, makes best selling board games and is the author of 'The Greatest Magician in the World.' In this episode Matt gives us a unique insight into how his creative brain works, and how he finds joy in the process and not necessarily in the outcome. Although he isn't a big believer in fate, Matt does agree that it has played a part in his life so far, as well as his persistency! His three moments include: Someone giving him work experience as a kid and the impact they made on him and his career, Mollie guest hosting Radio 1 and then becoming his bestie and co-host, and a chance encounter with someone that set him off on a wild adventure! Follow the podcast to keep up to date with episodes each week! To share your own sliding door moments, discuss your thoughts on episodes and enjoy bonus content, subscribe to our Substack and follow us on Instagram. @slidingdoorspod  Hosted…

People in this episode

Host: Jennie Becker

Guest: Matt Edmondson

Topics covered

• broadcasting
• creativity
• personal growth
• career journey
• friendship
• chance encounters

Keywords

• Matt Edmondson
• broadcasting
• creativity
• career
• friendship
• chance encounter
• BBC Radio One
• CBBC
• The Greatest Magician in the World

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: BBC Radio One, CBBC

Books & works: The Greatest Magician in the World

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