Uncle Tics - Life with Tourettes, Social Media Fame, Meeting Mr. Beast... and more!
Episode Description
The Dom Harvey Podcast with Uncle Tics!
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Brief Summary
Leighton Clark discusses his Tourette's journey, mental health, and rise to social media fame with host Dom Harvey.
Key points
- Overcoming Bullying. Leighton recounts a painful school experience where he was bullied for his Tourette's.
- Struggles with Mental Health. Leighton opens up about his thoughts of suicide at a young age.
- Living with Tourette's. He discusses the challenges and experiences of living with Tourette's syndrome.
- Gratitude for Employers. He acknowledges the support from Countdown and Woolworths during his employment.
- The Reality of Stealing. A humorous yet poignant story about confronting shoplifters and the complexities of poverty.
- Nurses Deserve More. A heartfelt discussion on the underappreciation and low pay of nurses, emphasizing their importance.
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Episode highlights
- Overcoming BullyingLeighton recounts a painful school experience where he was bullied for his Tourette's.“I couldn’t help that if you’d let me explain.”6:51Sep 10, 2023
- Struggles with Mental HealthLeighton opens up about his thoughts of suicide at a young age.“I just wanted to kill myself.”12:32Sep 10, 2023
- Living with Tourette'sHe discusses the challenges and experiences of living with Tourette's syndrome.“I reckon I've got ADHD or I'm definitely on the Spectrum somewhere.”21:47Sep 10, 2023
- Gratitude for EmployersHe acknowledges the support from Countdown and Woolworths during his employment.“I always give countdown and Woolworths props for having me.”29:32Sep 10, 2023
- The Reality of StealingA humorous yet poignant story about confronting shoplifters and the complexities of poverty.“You’re going to give me all back that mascara you’ve taken.”37:53Sep 10, 2023
- Nurses Deserve MoreA heartfelt discussion on the underappreciation and low pay of nurses, emphasizing their importance.“Graduate nurses should be paid way more than what they started.”48:01Sep 10, 2023
- Navigating Hate CommentsHe faced 25,000 hate comments after his viral success, but remained resilient.“I was getting a hate comment every 35 seconds.”56:13Sep 10, 2023
- The Impact of Social MediaHe reflects on the power of social media and its influence on his life and career.“Talk is free and it has very little consequence.”1:00:35Sep 10, 2023
Tension
45/ 100Some tension
