It’s happened.
I’ve had my 15 minutes of fame.
I spent 3.5 hours a fortnight ago recording, on site, with a BBC radio presenter for the upcoming episode of BBC Radio 4’s technology series: Digital Human. Season 9, episode 3: Taste, aired last night.
And I refused to tune in!
Curse my infernal lack of confidence in myself!
I sat here, radio deliberately switched off, sipping chilled white wine to steady my nerves as the show aired.
For being so active on social media, and I can waffle on and on about any subject when it comes to writing, I do not like being photographed and I don’t like to hear the sound of my own voice. I’ll never be a tv personality, that’s for sure! But still, when I was contacted by Radio 4 to see if I would be interested in participating in this show, I agreed. I am consciously working on getting over my shyness, and to participate in this radio show was a huge undertaking for me.
The feedback I’ve received has been overwhelmingly positive, and I thank all my friends, family and readers who took the time to tune in and listen live – I will be forever grateful for your kind words. You’ve made me feel like I’ve not disgraced Shetland or food bloggers as a whole!
I am still refusing to listen to the show though. I might download it and save it for 20 years or so. Maybe then I’ll get over my confidence issues and listen. Maybe.
Look, my name is a tag on the BBC Radio 4 Tumblr! I’m feeling rather chuffed they’ve included the photo of my Coraline Button Oreo Cookies that I made for my daughter’s birthday a few years ago – I think that was because I mentioned that someone had made them recently and sent me a photo via Instagram putting a huge smile on my face. As a blogger, feedback is really valued – I love to hear when someone has made a recipe and liked it. It really does make my day!
Oh, and here’s the Instagram photo I took of the lunch I made myself and the BBC radio presenter while being recorded, in case you wanted to see it too. 🙂
Did you listen? I’d love to know what you thought of the show!
If you missed it and would like to have a listen yourself, the radio program is available to stream and/or download for a full year from the BBC Radio 4 website.]
Mum of three, daydream adventurer, OU Life Sciences graduate, occasional crafter, ex-pat Canadian & quite possibly Britain's most northerly food blogger.
Jorge McMillan says
May 13, 2016 at 12:19 amIt’s crazy to see how far radio technology has come over the last couple of decades. With the rise of technology, it has evolved into digital radio that can be accessed not only computers, but also with our phones. I’m glad that you were able to experience your 15 minutes of fame on the radio and I’m glad that you were able to receive some positive feedback about it.
Vohn McGuinness says
April 30, 2016 at 12:49 amBrilliant interview Elizabeth! Go you! How fantastic to be featured in such a way and to hold your own with the other experts! You star! xx
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Kacie says
April 22, 2016 at 9:25 amCongratulations, I must check this out when I get home from work. You should be so proud of yourself 🙂
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Ayse says
April 20, 2016 at 7:56 pmI think most people hate hearing their voice back so you’re not alone. Those oreo button cookies look aaamazing! X
Ana De- Jesus says
April 20, 2016 at 7:49 pmCongratulations on working and being featured on Radio 4 that is amazing and you should be so proud of yourself. You are doing a great job!
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Jeanne Horak-Druiff says
April 20, 2016 at 1:24 pmI know what you mean – I can’t stand hearing myself on radio and I have no ambition whatsoever to be on TV! But very well done to you for doing the interview – what great exposure!
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Ren Behan says
April 20, 2016 at 11:38 amBrilliant Elizabeth, well deserved recognition and a lovely feature xx
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Sally - My Custard Pie says
April 20, 2016 at 5:28 amDownloading now to listen on my dog walk. Good for you – completely identify with wanting to stay safely behind your computer screen… that’s me too. So glad I’m not a teen in the selfie age. Such a coup- bravo.
Rhian Westbury says
April 19, 2016 at 11:00 pmThat’s so exciting, congrats on such an amazing achievement. I’ll definitely have to give it a listen x
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Sisley White says
April 19, 2016 at 9:49 pmCongratulations! That is so awesome and so well deserved.
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Georgina Ingham | Culinary Travels says
April 19, 2016 at 9:08 pmOh wow! Congratulations on the interview. I’ll head over & have a listen soon.
Ickle Pickle says
April 19, 2016 at 8:08 pmWell done! I bet you were great. You must listen to it at some point – although I hate the sound of my own voice on radio. Kaz x
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My Life As A Mummy says
April 19, 2016 at 7:27 pmBig congratulations lovely. It takes a lot of courage to do something like this! Be proud of yourself!
I hate the sound of my own voice, so I probably wouldn’t listen if it was me
Laura x x x
sarah says
April 19, 2016 at 6:28 pmWOW! What a wonderful experience! And well done on overcoming your shyness. I know that isn’t easy! Way to go. xx
Stella says
April 19, 2016 at 5:02 pmOh wow great job. Well done you. This is so cool x
Laura @ dearbearandbeany says
April 19, 2016 at 4:24 pmThat’s amazing well done you for putting yourself out there. I wouldn’t have liked to listen to myself either x
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fashion-mommy says
April 19, 2016 at 2:53 pmThat is just brilliant, well done on your fame!
Jo of Jo's Kitchen says
April 19, 2016 at 12:33 pmWell done! That’s amazing Elizabeth xxx
Sarah says
April 19, 2016 at 11:57 amI saw foodies tweet this and I’m listening to it right now! Nice to hear your voice!
Dean of Little Steps says
April 19, 2016 at 10:12 amWell done, congratulations! I’d probably be like you and dilly dally about whether to listen to it or not. Or listen to it while hiding under the duvet 😉
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Rachel says
April 19, 2016 at 9:40 amI didnt listen but had I known you were on, I woujld have. You should be amazingly proud of what you do, I am always hungry by the time I have finished reading your posts x
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Mellissa Williams says
April 19, 2016 at 8:40 amHow amazing, you should be so proud. You have to download it and when you are having a good day listen to it.
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