5 Jul 2021 · 1 h 40 min
Books from Brian Davis
“The Rise, The Fall & The Rebuild Of True Geordie”
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The conversation
Brian Davis, known as True Geordie, recounts his journey from a challenging childhood on a council estate to YouTube fame, followed by a personal crisis involving leaked messages, a lost deal, and suicidal thoughts. He discusses his mental health struggles, including anxiety and depression, and his path to rebuilding his career and self-acceptance.
Talking points
- Childhood on a council estate
- Rise to YouTube fame
- Pitfalls of sudden wealth and ego
- Devastating week with leaked DMs and tax bill
- Coping with alcohol and suicidal thoughts
- Mental health struggles and self-acceptance
- Ambitions in podcasting and combat sports commentary
- Turning off social media comments for wellbeing