It takes a special kind of guest to launch the FIRST ever episode of The Book of Firsts podcast... and I'm certain I found the perfect person for the job. Today I am joined by baker, badminton seasonaire and the best florentine biscuit maker I’ve ever met... the wonderful Peter Sawkins. His memorable first: Achieving the unexpected...(AKA WINNING BAKE OFF)  First he wants: Starting from scratch in a new city. First he wished he'd never had: Struggling with anxiety as a teenager. We dive deep into Peter's firsts and discuss all things from how winning Bake-Off helped him 'chill out', to big fish small pond syndrome, and reframing his difficult teenage years in an attempt to move forward and learn from the past. He also gives us the inside scoop into his latest ventures, including a brand new baking book which was released earlier this week! You can order 'Peters Baking Party' here! —---------------------------------------- The Book of Firsts Podcast is hosted by Emma Tindall. With music by Alec Switzman and proudly sponsored by First and Last Coffee.  If you’d like to get in touch regarding a guest, topic or just want to give some thoughts on the episode, please email [email protected] —--------------------------------------- Social Media:  Emma Tindall: @tindall2.0 Peter Sawkins: @peter_bakes Sponsors: @firstandlastcoffeevintage Alec Switzman: @rugsvalentine  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.