Today I sit down with the former Prime Minister of the UK, Boris Johnson for his first long form podcast.
He was the 55th Prime Minister, the country’s leader through 3 of the biggest crises of the last century; Brexit, Covid and the war in Ukraine. He is one of the most polarising figures of British Political History.
As a podcaster, these conversations aren’t easy - they’re not the ones I enjoy having the most. But they are important as they shed light on the inner workings of the people and systems that govern us.
Today on The Diary Of A CEO, we cover:
• How his turbulent childhood created a gap in his self esteem.
• How is mother being sent to a psychiatric facility when he was 10 changed him.
• He reveals details of his personal life and family.
• Why he adopted a unique political persona.
• He explains that government is and has always been corrupt.
• How David Cameron told him that he would ‘f*ck him up, forever’ and tried to bribe him.
• Why he thinks that COVID was a lab accident.
• His updated view on the ‘Party Gate’ scandal.
• He admits to not having a plan for Brexit.
• Why he thinks his lockdown measures were ‘bonkers’.
We flew over Hurricane Milton about 90 minutes ago. Here is the view out the Dragon Endeavour window. Expect lots of images from this window as this is where I’m sleeping while we wait to undock and return to Earth.
Timelapse coming in a separate post.
1/6400 sec, f8, ISO 500
A message from Catherine, The Princess of Wales
As the summer comes to an end, I cannot tell you what a relief it is to have finally completed my chemotherapy treatment.
The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. Life as you know it can change in an instant and we have had to find a way to navigate the stormy waters and road unknown.
The cancer journey is complex, scary and unpredictable for everyone, especially those closest to you.
With humility, it also brings you face to face with your own vulnerabilities in a way you have never considered before, and with that, a new perspective on everything.
This time has above all reminded William and me to reflect and be grateful for the simple yet important things in life, which so many of us often take for granted. Of simply loving and being loved.
Doing what I can to stay cancer free is now my focus. Although I have finished chemotherapy, my path to healing and full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes.
I am however looking forward to being back at work and undertaking a few more public engagements in the coming months when I can.
Despite all that has gone before I enter this new phase of recovery with a renewed sense of hope and appreciation of life.
William and I are so grateful for the support we have received and have drawn great strength from all those who are helping us at this time. Everyone’s kindness, empathy and compassion has been truly humbling.
To all those who are continuing their own cancer journey – I remain with you, side by side, hand in hand. Out of darkness, can come light, so let that light shine bright.
🎬 by Will Warr
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The team will be joined by @TheDartsReferee and @180crabtree in the Studio and Commentary box for our 2nd Influencer Charity Event on September 8th! 🔥
ASHLEY COLEMAN YOU BEAUTY!!!!!😍😍😍
The Prince Of Darkness completes the card on day 1 and even goes 7 darts into a 9 in the final leg, but a 10 darter will have to do!😒
🚨 Episode 1 is now LIVE 🚨
Watch it on the MODUS Super Series YouTube channel! 🔥
https://t.co/xgOMEMy7zY
Thanks again to @TheDartsReferee for being involved! 💛