Join us for a delightful conversation with Janusz Domagala, the charming and talented baker from The Great British Baking Show and Crime Scene Kitchen. Janusz shares his inspiring journey from Poland to the UK, driven by a desire to improve his English and live openly as his authentic self. We dive into his natural passion for baking, which began as a therapeutic hobby with his mother. Janusz reveals the surprising way he ended up on The Great British Baking Show, the intense casting process, and the unique experience of competing during the COVID season. He shares candid insights about judges Paul and Prue, the lasting bonds with fellow contestants, and the whirlwind of opportunities that followed his time on the show. We also discuss his exciting experience on Crime Scene Kitchen, the importance of queer visibility, and his empowering approach to embracing challenges and failure. This episode is a heartwarming celebration of pursuing one's passions and living authentically.

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Episode Takeaways:

• The power of pursuing opportunities for personal growth and self-expression.
• Baking as a form of therapy and creative expression.
• The intense process of getting cast on The Great British Baking Show.
• The unique experience of competing on a reality TV show during a pandemic.
• The importance of queer visibility and representation in media.
• Embracing failure as a crucial part of the learning and growth process.
• The value of a "why not try?!" approach to life's opportunities and challenges.