{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/69f342bfe1fad0f98adbf48c/6a011f2ac117aa79bf366cb9?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Scammed Out of £1 Million… But Still Building | Legacy Bench Ep. 7","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/69f342bfe1fad0f98adbf48c/1778459255393-21d3949e-2a57-45a0-82f3-2d893cf04a4a.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Episode 7 of <strong>Legacy Bench</strong> brings together powerful stories from people navigating creativity, identity, business, technology, and rebuilding after major setbacks.</p><p>At the bench:</p><p><br></p><p>Amy — a British-born Chinese actress and model — speaks openly about representation in the UK creative industry and the lack of visibility for British-born Chinese actors in film and television.</p><p>Joe shares the reality of trying to build a career in photography and filmmaking, opening up about confidence, uncertainty, creativity, and finding direction in competitive industries.</p><p>Amanda discusses late-identified autism, bullying, neurodivergence, and why she started creating content and podcasting to build a safer and more supportive space for others.</p><p>Mccauley, founder of Sustainable Compute Network, reveals the shocking story of how his previous startup lost around £1 million through betrayal, poor control, and business risk — and how he is now rebuilding with a new mission focused on sustainable AI and technology.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode explores:</p><ul><li>Startup failure and rebuilding after loss</li><li>Representation in film and media</li><li>Autism awareness and neurodivergence</li><li>Creative industry struggles</li><li>AI, sustainability, and the future of technology</li><li>Trust, investment, and business mistakes</li><li>Personal growth through adversity</li><li>Why some people keep building no matter what happens</li></ul><p><br></p><p>These are not polished success stories.</p><p><br></p><p>These are real conversations from people trying to build meaningful lives and careers in the real world.</p><p>Hosted by <strong>Princely Samuel Okere</strong>.</p><p>🎙️ Legacy Bench is where professionals, founders, and creators come together to share real ideas, real experiences, and real advice.</p><p>📌 Subscribe, share, and join the journey.</p>","author_name":"The Legacy Bench"}