Clive Myrie
British journalist, newsreader, and presenter
Cruelty, bullying, selfishness.
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Which trait do you most dislike in yourself?
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What is the worst job you have done?
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Which moment embarrassed you most?
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How would you describe yourself in three words?
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Originally asked
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Ignorance and unwillingness to learn.
The Q&A, The Guardian, 25 October 2025 source ↗
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Coldness, selfishness.
Bigotry and cruelty in any form.
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View profile →In recent times, when I was looking after my mum. She would take me on journeys in her mind and I’d travel with her wherever she went. I felt happy that I had the opportunity to have that time despite her illness.
That I don’t give myself enough credit.
When I was younger, I signed up to a job agency and thought I would be doing secretarial work, but they assigned me to clean toilets in a factory in Oldham.
If you’re a mother, you are embarrassing. Is that not just the way?
I tried my best.
Curious, kind and frustrating – because I ask too many questions.
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