Stories that Stick

EP 28: Jay Blades, Artisan & TV Presenter


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Jay Blades, a modern furniture restorer and best known as a TV presenter for BBC hit shows ‘Money for Nothing’ and ’The Repair Man’ joins Ade, host of Stories that Stick podcast, to discuss his autobiographical book Making It: How Love, Kindness and Community helped me Repair My Life, which is now available at all good book stores and Amazon.

We spoke about,

Chapter 1:

  • Growing up on council estate and respecting your elders
  • Giving everything a go and asking for things, regardless
  • Chapter 2:

    • Dealing with racism at secondary school
  • Dealing with the SUS law in the 80s and police violence
  • Finding humility by serving others
  • Chapter 3:

    • Giving purpose and directions to troubled youths
  • Reburshiment business (Out of the Dark) business with ex-wife
  • Guardian viral video led Jay to become a TV presenter
  • Contact Jay on:

    • Website: https://jayand.co/
  • Instagram: @Jay_n_co
  • Twitter: @jay_n_co
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