In conversation with Matt Daniel-Baker part two: the man behind the magic
Matt Daniel-Baker reveals the man behind the mind reader, from pre-show nerves and famous encounters to the philosophy that drives...
Read moreDetailsGemma Gould is Editor-in-Chief at Central Bylines. She is a mum and businesswoman. She got into politics mainly because of Trump and Johnson and the rise of populism. When not working she researches the misconduct of MPs and relaxes by going on walks with her two Jackshunds. She is passionate about equality and fairness for all and believes that we all, as citizens, have a duty to call out injustice when we see it.
Matt Daniel-Baker reveals the man behind the mind reader, from pre-show nerves and famous encounters to the philosophy that drives...
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