Tom Davis: Anxiety Almost Took My Career!

Описание: In this episode of Begin Again, actor, comedian, and writer Tom Davis opens up about the battles behind the laughter—and how sobriety and fatherhood helped him find himself again.

Best known for Murder in Successville, King Gary, and his raw, relatable humour, Tom shares the quieter struggles that shaped his journey: crippling anxiety, imposter syndrome, and the fear that nearly stopped him from ever stepping on a stand-up stage again.

In this intimate and revealing conversation, Tom explains how giving up alcohol brought him clarity, how becoming a father changed everything, and what it took to return to comedy after years of self-doubt. Alongside his partner Kathryn, he also speaks candidly about grief, IVF, and the strength it takes to support a loved one through illness.

This is a powerful story of growth, vulnerability, and learning to show up for the people you love—especially yourself. Whether you're battling self-belief or just need a reminder that it’s never too late to begin again, Tom’s journey is funny, moving, and packed with perspective.

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00:00 Intro
00:59 Overcoming Dyslexia: Tom’s School Struggles
03:50 Imposter Syndrome & Believing in Yourself
08:56 How Early Jobs Shape Who We Become
14:27 Comedy as a Protective Tool
19:16 Anxiety and the Pressure to Succeed
25:24 Losing a Sense of Self
29:39 Sponsored: Ancient & Brave
31:02 Sponsored: Airbnb
32:47 Supporting Kathryn Through Illness
35:17 Kathryn’s Fertility News
41:02 Coping with Grief: Tom Opens Up
44:02 Choosing a Surrogate & Quitting Alcohol
51:03 A Shift in Perspective and Returning to Stand-Up
55:11 Fatherhood and Life with Daughter Grace
57:28 Lifestyle Changes and Getting Fit
01:03:25 Embracing Failure & Being Kinder to Yourself
01:06:54 Tom’s Hero & a Message from Kathryn

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