14 Dec 2023 · 1 h 35 min
Books from Dynamo
““Dynamo Is Dead!” - The Heartbreaking True Story Of Why Dynamo The Magician Vanished For Years! (Exclusive)”
Books mentioned
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The conversation
Magician Dynamo recounts his childhood in Bradford, his Crohn's disease diagnosis, and the health crisis that ended his performing career. He opens up about his suicide attempt in 2020 and his subsequent recovery through therapy. The episode explores his journey from rock bottom to using his platform to help others.
Talking points
- Childhood in Bradford with absent father
- Racial bullying at school
- Grandfather introducing him to magic
- Crohn's disease diagnosis and health crisis
- Suicide attempt on November 6, 2020
- Depression and suicidal thoughts
- Therapy and the Alcoholics Anonymous book
- Using his platform to help others