April 26, 2024

Darren from Cleaner Carpets, being a father and carer for his two autistic boys, starting a business, dead monkeys at Heathrow and much more !

2 hours 19 minutes

In this episode, Russ interviews Darren from Cleaner Carpets.

Find Darren here -

https://www.instagram.com/cleanercarpets_?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

They discuss Darren's experience as a carpet and upholstery cleaner. The conversation then shifts to their childhood experiences and Darren's time living in Singapore. They discuss the differences in culture and schooling between Singapore and the UK. They also share stories about their early jobs and the challenges faced.

Darren talks about his experience working night shifts at the airport and cleaning the baggage system. He shares stories of finding various items in the reclaim area. He also discusses his transition from working at the airport to starting his own carpet cleaning business during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The conversation in this section revolves around the experiences and challenges faced by Darren, a carpet cleaner, and Russ, a painter and decorator. They discuss the importance of social media presence and how it can convert into business opportunities. They also share stories of unusual and challenging jobs they have encountered, including cleaning up after home births and crime scenes.

They touch on the topic of working with celebrities and the realities of nonverbal autism, which Darren's son has. In this final part of the conversation, Darren shares his experiences as a father of a nonverbal autistic child and the challenges he faces. He talks about the triggers and difficulties he encounters in everyday situations, such as going to restaurants or witnessing other children interacting with their parents. Darren also discusses the lifelong nature of nonverbal autism and the small wins and moments of connection he cherishes with his son. He emphasizes the importance of listening and understanding in supporting individuals with autism and highlights the need for more awareness and support for families in similar situations.

Thanks to our Episode sponsors

Brewers Decorators Centres

www.Brewers.co.uk

Creative Branding Workwear

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