Mark and Me Podcast Episode 403: Henry Cole
Dec 4, 2024
Henry Cole, an English TV presenter and producer known for his shows like The Motorbike Show, shares his riveting journey from addiction to authenticity. He discusses the joys and challenges of balancing a busy production schedule with family life. Cole reminisces about the thrill of discovering vintage treasures on TV, complemented by heartwarming stories about his dogs and a motorcycle adventure across Canada. The conversation is filled with humor, nostalgia, and insights on embracing one's true self amidst life's chaos.
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Early Motorcycle Obsession
- Henry fell in love with British motorcycles after visiting his great-uncle's shed at age eight.
- He read Motorcycle News as a child and wanted to swap tweed for greasy-haired biker life.
Drug-Fueled Cameraman Years
- Henry became a news cameraman and says being on heroin made him braver in dangerous shoots.
- His risky footage won praise but also fed a destructive cycle of addiction.
Film Failure That Shifted His Career
- Henry directed a semi-autobiographical film, Mad Dogs and Englishmen, which flopped and damaged his directing prospects.
- That failure pushed him to try presenting and eventually build a TV career.