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Paddy McGuiness

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HelenInHeels · 11/11/2024 09:55

The cynical part of me is wondering if he's been given the Children in Need challenge to raise his profile because he's not all that good as a DJ and there's been a lot of grumbling about that. Hats off to him it's a good cause and I wouldn't want to do it, but I'm baffled at him being a radio presenter.

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obsessedwithfreshbread · 11/11/2024 10:59

I thought it was the newest DJ that got it... Rylan, Vernon now Paddy... probably some others that it didn't apply to!

Butterflyfern · 11/11/2024 10:29

HelenInHeels · 11/11/2024 09:57

I'm being a bit mean, is that what you mean? I'm just wondering. I could be entirely wrong.

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Yes, your OP reeks of mean girl.

Marblesbackagain · 11/11/2024 10:27

Given he has three children with autism and has spoke about the challenges I find your opinion very unfair.

He did some very heart wrenching interviews about his learning curve and the reality of being a parent trying to figure out what works do his family. He was very honest and open about his privilege making some of the steps easier.

He has done many challenging to raise money.

QueSyrahSyrah · 11/11/2024 10:24

What a weird thread. I've just thought about it and of several friends that work for the BBC all of those who are 'public facing' take part in CIN fund-raising or challenges. This is at a local radio level so I certainly can't imagine anyone at national level gets away without some kind of involvement. How different things and challenges are divvied up presumably comes down to how much time they have to commit to it?

potatocakesinprogress · 11/11/2024 10:20

Why are you baffled at him being a radio presenter? Because you don't think it's a good look for the BBC given his personal fiascos or because you object to hearing northern accents?

CurbsideProphet · 11/11/2024 10:12

They needed someone who would agree to do it and known well enough to get people out donating. I imagine he agreed because of his own children and knowing how important some services are to families.

TinkerTiger · 11/11/2024 09:59

Really don't give a flying fart, I know that we can think of silly things while we also have more serious things going on in our lives, but of all the silly things I could give space to in my head this would never be one.

Vallan · 11/11/2024 09:58

It boosted Vernon Kay's reputation after he did his ultra-ultra last year.

x2boys · 11/11/2024 09:57

Maybe it's because he has three children ,who have autism and because of their disabilities would be considered children in need?