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Barbara Ellen McMahon's avatar

This is so good, Steph. I've been reading David's writing for a while now. It's nice to read a bit more of his story.

Steph Cullen's avatar

Thank you so much for reading. I really loved speaking with David, he is a wonderful man and for the series I already have future interviews lined up. 💚

David B Younger's avatar

What a beautiful encapsulation of our conversation, Steph. I’m so grateful we connected.

Steph Cullen's avatar

Thank you again David, for trusting me with your story. I hope we have so many more conversations in future. I am so grateful to have connected with you. 💚

Lisa Andradez's avatar

I loved reading this, thank you for introducing me to David and his story 🧡

Steph Cullen's avatar

Thank you for reading Lisa. David is brilliant, it was an honour to be trusted with his story and I'm glad you've found him, his publication is a beautiful and provocative read. 💚

Lisa ⨾ mylongpause's avatar

Well done, Steph and David. Can only imagine how it felt to share and capture this story. I appreciated how informative, honest, and well-written it was. Excellent read!

Steph Cullen's avatar

Thanks so much for reading, lovely. There's always fear on both sides in these kind of interviews. The person sharing is the most vulnerable, having to trust the reporter is no easy feat and the reporter (in this case, me) feels the responsibility to do a good job. David and I built just a great rapport during our conversation I'm pleased I was able to publish something that he felt was an accurate representation of our conversation. 💚

Denise Servais's avatar

This was an honest and moving interview. David, your point about it being easier to help others than show yourself compassion stayed with me. Thank you both for sharing.

Steph Cullen's avatar

Thank you for reading. 💚

Sam Galloway (she/her) 💕's avatar

This is fantastic, Steph! I love your journalistic style! I’ve got no writing experience or qualifications so my interviews all go out as Q&As 😊

What a great introduction to David, his life and his Substack.

I’d be super keen to be interviewed if you’ve got room for one more..!

Steph Cullen's avatar

Hi Sam, definitely have room as I'm hoping to make this a monthly series. I'll drop you a DM. I'm getting through the replies very slowly so please bare with me, but I won't forget! 💚

Sam Galloway (she/her) 💕's avatar

Thanks, Steph! Take good care of yourself too. Monthly is a great idea! I wish I had enough Q&As to publish weekly, so keep posting them all, then having none left 😭

Steph Cullen's avatar

Weekly is a huge commitment so be kind to yourself too. Especially when our health/disability doesnt always allow for consistency. I read your Stacey Aldridge Q&A and loved it you're doing great things and would be honoured to interview you.