This week, John is joined by Sam Bagshaw, a content creator whose honest and insightful videos about living with a stammer have helped millions better understand the realities of speech difficulties.
Sam speaks about the impact having a stammer has had on his confidence and identity, and how it has shaped his life, from friendships and dating to education and work. He reflects on years spent avoiding situations that involved speaking, before finding support through speech therapy and the Maguire Programme.
Together, Sam and John discuss anxiety, self-acceptance, the pressure of trying to hide parts of yourself, and how sharing his experiences online has helped both Sam and others who struggle with their speech.
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