Richard Hammond: The Untold Story Of My 320mph Crash & My 1 Minute Memory! | E221

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

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[@VR46314]

Did you have to cut his trousers off?

[@Asc11903]

Steven you do very well breaking down guest and saying it in a way even the young generation can understand great podcast

[@Liam021]

Once again you come through with an amazing guest! We appreciate all of your hard work Stephen!

[@VeteranHedonist]

@@VR46314 🤣

[@GR888T]

I’m around the same age as Richard and listening to him talk about how things were in our time and how we still find amazement in advancements, and at times joy, it made me a little sad for the younger generation who have everything at their finger tips and haven’t experienced the joy of getting something that we’ve had to wait ages to get. The joy and appreciation of finally having a car and how it opened a whole new world for us. No Ubers, not many taxis. Just buses and trains.

[@Allegra11]

I hope Richard reads this ~ He is so articulate and speaks so coherently, fluently and expressively that I think the chances of him having any sort of dementia type illness is zero to none. It was a pleasure to listen to him and I wish him excellent future health and lots more luck in his life!

[@jerbear7952]

Do you have any experience or authority to make a statement like that or are you just trying to shoe horn your thoughts in to someone else's very real illness.

[@kyssedbyfyre915]

@@jerbear7952 Your reply is rude and venomous. You could have made your point devoid of aggression if you'd wanted. Or is that just you, trying to shoe horn YOUR OWN dark thoughts into someone else's very good intentions?

[@Wardy22YT]

@@kyssedbyfyre915 I'm glad you said it. There was a slight part of the first comment that could've been taken as disrespectful but the way he went about was targeted ruthlessness to an intentionally good statement. Respect to you sire

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

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[@jerbear7952]

@@kyssedbyfyre915 Super good point. Thanks for letting me know how that came off. Now that I am more awake it certainly comes off more acidic than I meant it to. I do get really irritated by those types of comments but I could have framed it nicer or done the smart thing and just move on. Cheers.

[@Faith01841]

I love hearing Richard speak. I adore his gentle demeanour, how soft-spoken he is. Under the mask of silliness he is truly quite intelligent, very articulate. The way he talks about such traumatic and worrying things is so admirable and evocative. What a guy.

[@Me-zo8yc]

Yes with the bit about being lucky to be alive I was impressed at how considered his answer was.

[@DD-sw1dd]

They all are intelligent under the fascade. Only you get a lot more arrogance from Jezza and May. Hammond doesn’t have that issue. Makes him more rational.

[@BeKindToBirds]

When he said he wanted to prove he wasn't a lucky idiot I thought, what are you on about mate. Man is one of the most knowledgeable people on the planet in his field and he still feels he is perceived as having got the job on luck. Guess anyone really can be insecure.

[@johnussss]

Yeah, one of the reasons he's so popular

[@plaisirdelanglais]

As a female who was never into cars, I loved watching Top Gear for the fun of it, the adventure, the banter between them. It felt like they were they taking us on a journey and telling us interesting things, the curiosity that you have as a child.

[@lydiabossers]

I had exactly the same!

[@kristinerancane7249]

So true, my mum didn’t understand why am I watching car show 😅 They were and are icons! ❤❤❤

[@saz4860]

Me too!!

[@NewSkiwi]

I hear you. And Richard was my fave.

[@CJ-ft9yo]

loved it too for the politically incorrect banter - learnt a bit about cars too !

[@newdawnfades263]

I was lucky enough to be at the final ever tent grand tour episode. Richard is exactly the same on camera as he is off, and this interview shows his true authentic self. I honestly feel like I was part of history at that show.

[@robertanderson8458]

@jamesjonathanhappy scammer account reported

[@BigSkyC0untry]

Awesome!

[@TJSaw]

You were!

[@coolguy191]

@@robertanderson8458???

[@dareal5401]

damn lucky

[@robertbarton4776]

Hamster, Captain Slow and Jezza’s success was that they were ordinary. You could imagine meeting them down the pub. It was staged, simple entertainment, I loved it.

[@majorlook5415]

Nailed it. 3 great guys with a great sense of humour. TG for me was never about the cars, just those 3 guys having a laugh.

[@Real_MisterSir]

Yes, it was literally "what would happen if three blokes sitting at the local pub had a dumb idea, and someone actually handed them a budget to actually carry out that dumb idea and see where it would go". It is such a genius premise, and their ability to present in a nonformal manner and take a piss on the situation and each other for laughs, is what sells it.

[@carvilleweb]

Last of The Summer Wine with fast cars

[@bigfish74f]

a few beers with these three would be the best few hours ever

[@buffmuff6153]

And slightly educational. Don't forget that part.

[@jaygee6374]

The last few minutes of this chat was the MOST POWERFUL where Richard states the following. "You have to follow it... Because you won't always be able to. If you are thinking in anyway... "should I do this!".. "Can you do this" ... ask ....might there be a time when you can't? Then in which case you should.. " This hit me like a hammer !

[@RyanEllison2]

I knew Richard was intelligent, but this has shone a new light on the level of intellect. What a man he is❤

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

Thank you for listening Ryan!

[@robertanderson8458]

@@TheDiaryOfACEO just out of interest do you report the scammer accounts pretending to be you?

[@krotchlickmeugh627]

He comes from an extraordinarily rich family. He went to thr best school in the world. Of course he's intelligent.

[@bg22757]

​@@robertanderson8458 KZbin could not give less of a shit unfortunately.

[@rick-dy7mt]

​@@krotchlickmeugh627 being rich has nothing to do with intelogence, and going to a good school does not mean that one is automatically more inteligent, being smart and being inteligent is not the same thing

[@aarongrimes2350]

That man is an absolute gem of a human being the world needs more Richard Hammonds.

[@christopherrose626]

I feel like a jerk pointing this out (and a narcissist for starting every comment I ever make on anything with "I") but to be "silly" and still genuinely funny requires real intelligence as well as a certain amount of introspection. I think what made Top Gear of their era so successful was that Hammond, May and Clarkson are all, in their own ways, very intelligent people. I think of it as the Monty Python phenomenon lol. I am of James May's age rather than Hammonds but it is a very similar generation where we struggled to do what today is simply taken for granted so the whole point Richard made about the work involved in doing a radio interview in the field really resonated in terms of appreciation for what we have now. His comments about success being down to a combination of application and blind luck also really resonated with me. I remember years ago having brunch on the Upper West Side and Jerry Seinfeld sitting at the next table with a fellow comedian and overhearing him say to his friend that the only real difference between them was being in the right place at the right time and it struck a chord. I was for a while a key part of a successful new business and the thing that struck me then was not how great we were but how much luck played a part and how little the people who came after the success really grasped the reason we got there. As someone who now is getting older and who has both age accumulated issues and illnesss/injury related neuro-physical issues to deal with, the points about his accident and his concerns about the impacts of all those things on his self was spot on. So this all really struck some chords with me.

[@arsicpedja]

It is refreshing to hear someone successful who understands that success is not only hard work but also luck.

[@wilhelmvg9978]

Success is subjective tho and the level of success that Top Gear achieved is surely beyond what any of them initially hoped for since no one had come close to it before. Anyone who has a clear goal in mind that they are actively pursuing is successful. Therefore I would strongly disagree that it requires luck to be successful. But to become a world famous millionaire while doing what you love? Yes that requires an absurd, unthinkable amount of luck.

[@arsicpedja]

@@wilhelmvg9978 well you have to account for all those who also have same goal in mind as you do, and differenciation between who is on top of that same branch is luck. Skill can get you only so far.

[@grandmasterj5]

Depends on the type of success and the job. I'm a professional illustrator, and I would count myself very lucky to have worked on the things that I have (plus the hard work) But, if you look at a top professional athlete, a runner for example, that's pure hard work. They could easily have chosen to sit around eat cake and get fat instead.

[@grandmasterj5]

@mas-udal-hassan9277 you spelt 'yes' incorrectly 😆

[@nicosmind3]

​@@arsicpedjaoften you make your own luck, other times it's playing the odds. And often it's hard work. It is the biggest differential when it comes to success. You may have a 1 in 10 chance to succeed in something first try, but going back and trying again, increasing your odds, even finding a good mentor and having the brains to listen. The person who spends 100 hours solving and thinking about a problem, even if it's a solved problem is going to have more luck than someone who considers an hour's work and half assed job as being finished.

[@garyhalkon8749]

This has been one of the best episodes of DOAC. Richard has such great ability to capture you into his conversations, speaking from his heart and without the on-screen persona. Did not want this episode to end, and so many pieces of advice given.

[@williamyoung9401]

Richard Hammond is a national treasure. Without him, I'd still be confused of stairs. =P

[@LJ-wo1wf]

This is the first episode I've seen of this show, and daggone, what a first one to see. I was a little hesitant because it's a kinda clickbait-y title, but the intimacy, pacing, and choice of questions made a great hour and a half.

[@nickcormier3307]

That was such an amazing interview. The fact that Richard comes across so likeable in this setting made me really happy. To be a star and be so humble simultaneously is inspiring

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

Thank you for listening Nick 🙏🏽

[@johncena11475]

@@TheDiaryOfACEO hello I am Jamie

[@georgeharris7134]

@@johncena11475 Hi Jamie I’m George

[@sheriashley7692]

As an Aussie I loved watching Top Gear and the chattiness and ribbing between the 3 of them. Richard strikes me as the smartest and kindest and most interesting of the 3. May his great health continue.

[@samdunn717]

@@johncena11475 hello jamie i am sam

[@emptyforrest]

what i adore about richard is how humble he is. and is not afraid of being vulnerable. it almost felt like i was listening in to a therapy session.

[@janeenmcnamara6198]

Richard is so wise, philosophical relatable and real. One of the best guests ever.

[@aaravpatel2320]

what ive seen in like more sit down interviews is that all 3 are quite wise and such, and just have there fun tv personality and then this.

[@Ferreira019760]

3 minutes in this had proven to be the single most endearing interview I’ve seen in this podcast. Obviously intelligent, this side of Richard is far more precious than all the brilliant sketches we’ve all seen in top gear. Why does it take so long to get to know the best side of people? Thank you Steve, this was up there with the best lot of guests you’ve had around. Richard has everything to host his own show, and if it tickles his fancy, I would be up there in the first row watching it and listening to his thoughts. Brilliant take guys, one of the best evenings I’ve had in a long time.

[@SeattleForge]

I am 53 years old. I learned to write on a slate with chalk in a 1st world country. Now I have most of the world's knowledge (and ignorance) in the palm of my hand. There is something wonderful of having that experience. And something wonderful about where we are at, despite the many pitfalls.

[@Likexner]

I was nursed by a she-bear and i learned to write etching cuneiform into mammoth tusks.

[@TDPEquinox]

As someone who had a traumatic brain injury early last year, a lot of this episode was very.. validating? Inspiring? To see someone who's been through something so much worse than I (and more than once) speaking so clearly and easily-- and to have him share his experience and see how similar it is to my own in terms of recovery & the struggles around it, really means a lot. Thank you Hamster.

[@juaneorlandi]

It is so eye-opening and it makes so much sense when he speaks about the generation of people post-war who just wanted everything to be alright, without nobody trying to kill them or their loved ones, just a quiet life, nothing more.

[@jossryan2423]

From someone who is recovering from a Brain injury (hopefully nearly recovered), listening to Richard talk about his symptoms and experiences while I make links to mine was so incredibly powerful and beneficial. Even though we are at very different points in our lives (I am 17), the similarities in thoughts and emotions as a consequence of the injury were astonishing and gave me some mental clarity and peace that I very much needed.

[@luckyshotjpg]

You appear to be a very thoughtful and articulate 17 year old. I teach at a University and it seems you're more articulate than some of the students I teach! I wish you good health and a full recovery 💪

[@jossryan2423]

@@luckyshotjpg Thank you very much for your kind comment, I am in the process of hearing back from the University's I've applied to. I hope I make the grades as the injury has certainly had an impact on my studies but I'm keeping my fingers crossed! Thanks again for your comment.

[@thamertanner5448]

Hey there, hope you're doing better! Just wanted to recommend the documentary My Beautiful Broken Brain. As someone who had to relearn how to walk and talk after a seizure it was something I related to deeply. People can't understand the frustration if they haven't experienced it. The frustration of not being able to speak was one of the most difficult things I've ever experienced. I was around 18 at the time and having to depend on my friends to take care of me was really hard.

[@bramcoteelectrical1088]

​@@jossryan2423bless you may you get better

[@GunnerTillIDie]

Wish you fast recovery, mate! Bless you!

[@Bengal9063]

In an age where most of us have an attention span of 90 seconds and where we only want to hear from the people shouting the loudest and demanding attention, here are 2 people having a normal, open, equal and interesting conversation. So simple and yet refreshing.

[@lydiarowe491]

If Richard Hammond did not have the passion for life and consequencely a passion for his talent…a reality check of life saying it’s luck maybe..the timeline may have been in sinc …not having an ego that feeds a big head.. he truly is a decent human..thankyou for this interview connecting so well..❤

[@kimhaughey9161]

I wasn’t sure if I wanted to watch this one but I’m glad I did. Richard said something so super interesting when he said about the generational thing that meant people who had been brought up in the shadow of the war - just wanting to have a quieter, safer life. It really explains a lot of behaviour from our younger generation nowadays,who didn’t.

[@PixelTheMushroom]

Oh definetly. In my family, however, while not so much with my mothers brother but everyone else in the family is still very affected by the war, so many of us died, and so many of the family still remember the war and remember their parents being killed in the last one. And the want to just have a calm and stable life is still very much there and considering how every generation in the family has dealt with some sort of war or a government breathing down their shoulders either trying to force them to fight or create weapons of mass destruction, so the sober feeling keeps on getting renewed and we keep on raising our children in such a way where we just want a stable and quiet life.

[@bghbb]

the thing that made top gear and the grand tour so massive is the fact that 3 best friends are doing what us car people always wanted to do, and the fact they are so relatable to the average car pperson is why they are so loved around the world IMHO

[@msln_0624]

Richard Hammond was my childhood and my favourite of the three of the trio, he had some aura that made him stand out, his versatility throughout shows such as wipe out made him such a huge influence, not to mention he is a reason I’m into cars, such a great man, I hope he is doing well for himself and wish him all the best, such a wonderful job he has had and a truly inspiring man!

[@TheRjjrjjr]

I find Mr. Hammond to be a very intelligent and introspective person. It is no accident that he became a success! He is very fluent while making great sense and being enjoyable to listen to. I couldn't do what he does, I'm simply not as intelligent or as fluent as he is.

[@Nathdood]

Hammond was always my favorite. Our "resident American" The man's sharp as a razer, he's going to live a long healthy life.

[@FelixMuk]

Razor*

[@markbiggart1265]

I used to think you were a caricature on screen but every single time I listen to you interviewed I’m transfixed and you talking about your crash moves me to tears every time. Thanks Richard, take care.

[@SalsAlex90]

Amazing open character and so genuinely authentic. Just could listen to him for hours

[@jennifercash1093]

This is the first of your interviews I've seen, and I've loved the inciteful way you have drawn out the story and information from Richard, and I've loved the open and honest way he responded. I've admired Richard for a long time, his down to earth, articulate and unabashedly emotional way of communicating with the world, especially in the aftermath of his accident has surely been a big contributor to his successes in life. Absolutely masterful interviewing. Thank you.

[@ingridbrowne6083]

Richard literally described my recovery and lingering following a horse riding accident where I was launched head first into a telegraph pole in 2011. Thank you both. I loved this interview.

[@ingridbrowne6083]

@bina nocht no loss on the horse.

[@Daz_Stap]

Wow. What an interview. His honesty, and how well he articulates it was overwhelming. Richard is the only one of the three that I follow, as he is humble and appreciates the journey of his life.

[@dudesayingthings]

Please do Clarkson and May as well. Loved this interview, would love the same with the other two as well.

[@markdaly1648]

May yes, Clarkson is problematic. He is a highly paid mouth. There are people who are huge fans of his. But there are other people who would leave this channel if Stephen had him. Those people want him gone, jezza

[@dudesayingthings]

@Azena Felicia Clarkson is neither backwards nor bigoted

[@dudesayingthings]

@Azena Felicia i repeat, Jeremy Clarkson, the ex-top gear presenter and current grand tour and Clarkson's Farm presenter, is definitely not backwards or bigoted. 😇😇

[@krotchlickmeugh627]

​@markdaly1648 you're a muppet. He speaks the truth. Whether your feel feels are hurt or not. If anyone leaved because he comes on. That's their freedom to do so. They weren't worth having as viewers anyways. If the host doesn't have him on. He's not worth my subscription. That's how the world works you sensitive twat

[@Scrufty22]

@@markdaly1648 If people would leave the channel because they got Jeremy Clarkson on as a guest then shame on them. Stephen has said many times that he doesn't get guests on to be buddy-buddy with them, otherwise he wouldn't have got Matt Hancock on

[@chiselcheswick5673]

I never knew this side to Richard existed. Absolutely blown away by this interview. Thank you .

[@Nicth3ch1ck]

This has to be the BEST podcast I've ever seen. I absolutely love Hammond and the guys from top gear. It's a constant in our household. The only show ever made that I can watch over and over again.

[@mojosabien]

What a brilliant interview, and what a brilliant subject to interview. I was amazed just how brutally honest Richard’s answers were and just how spiritual he is. Genuinely exceptional.

[@sekirk]

Richard was always my favourite. He was a person, a character, I gravitated towards. I felt like I related and understood him. Despite the fame and the struggle, he’s stayed so comforting and grounded. I would love to speak with him, even though I’m sure there’s nothing I could say he hasn’t heard.

[@matausasgarage]

What an incredible episode with a truly special guy. We need Jeremy and James on next!!

[@jasonrobinson4522]

Not with this host, snooty I’m better than you attitude

[@FallenAngel9979]

@@jasonrobinson4522Jealous?

[@johammy]

​@jasonrobinson4522 How so? Curious because I don't get that at all?

[@GFM1996]

Richard Hammond is a national treasure. What a lovely bloke❤

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

He's brilliant!

[@christianb1707]

try INTERNATIONAL treasure. hes got fans from everywhere

[@bg22757]

​@@christianb1707 yeah, I think In Britain we forget, or don't quite understand, how massively popular Top Gear was.

[@christianb1707]

@@bg22757 Yeah, that’s understandable. I’m American, live in a small town in Kansas, and quite a few guys I know watch and love Top Gear. And the Grand Tour.

[@CherylCold]

As a car lover, I was smitten by Top Gear, even before the three were involved, this was very interesting indeed. I didn't think I'd enjoy this as much as I did, I expected 30 mins then lose interest. I could have listened to Hammond for another hour. What a lovely genuine guy. I wish him and his family all the best for their future. Time doesn't last forever. Enjoy it while you can.

[@johnt601]

Wishing Hammond nuttin' but the best moving forward with his career. He's had some real tough spots to deal with and he deserves happiness from here on in

[@bradmodd7856]

you don't need to wish Rich nuttin....he will be nuttin for a long time...there isn't a continent he hasn't nutted on

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

🙏🏽🤍

[@julesverne2509]

My son and I really enjoyed watching Top Gear with the guys while he was growing up. It was really good entertainment without any of the propaganda. You really have no idea how thankful I am. That was quality time well spent.

[@R0n8urgundy]

Its a skill the way you get guests to open up and be so honest.

[@dlaldlaldlanutsntnstn1418]

He's very good at timing silence and letting the guest speak. The guest says something slightly revealing and expects the host to reply, but he doesn't, implying to the guest that they haven't revealed enough. From there he can ask more probing questions and the guest will comply because they've got the idea now that they should be more revealing with their answers. Its subtle but he does this every time, and it works. Its very much the same mechanism that a psychiartrist would use. I'm a quiet person and people do this to me all the time, they just talk at me and reveal more and more of their problems because I just let them speak, i'm not intentionally making them do this, they just do. People give information a lot more easily than you'd think, just listen.

[@oceanpier]

They are also primed to do that -- they know the premise of the show so are obviously in a place in life where they're okay with being open to agree to going on, but yes, he is also a very good active listener.

[@Aussie-chic]

@@dlaldlaldlanutsntnstn1418 I totally agree, we don’t listen enough

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

Thanks for listening Ron 🙏🏽

[@jakegarrettcomedian]

@@dlaldlaldlanutsntnstn1418 Couldn't agree more, some of the most insightful parts of this came from allowing Richard to expand

[@siddharthsr1]

The way Richard speaks is so fluent and he takes time to think and answer such a pleasure watching him talk from all we know it's only 3 blokes doing stupid stuff but he is so authentic and cohert

[@Lord_Godd]

I am so happy I caught this podcast. Richard is so relatable, and honest. I feel enriched and comforted by his words.

[@Roger-s9r]

Steven I don't have the words to convey how great this interview is. Your ability to put your guest at ease and allow him to open up is absolutely amazing. Richard thank you for being so very open and candid about your life and thoughts. Years ago I suffered a brain injury as a result of a very serious motorcycle accident. Your description of the slow healing process, the emotional roller coaster, and the difficulties you encountered are so similar to my own experiences that I was stunned listening to your words. I believe that the only people who can truly relate to the suffering of a brain injury are those who have experienced it. Thank you for sharing yourself with us, you've helped me feel like I haven't gone through this by myself.

[@packardroadsta]

Richard Hammond should be the next Dr. Who

[@mariaocleirigh6984]

😂

[@stephenlamley541]

That health anxiety is legit i had a stroke in 17 and a brain bleed in 2020. I went from being invincible in my head anyway to waiting for the next big health problem, thankfully nothing up to now been through enough for five lifetimes with my addiction battles overdoses and car accidents had a gun held to my head too. Like i said enough excitement and bs for many lives boring is good now you stay alive longer i can still cycle my Ribble bike so I'm happy.

[@wisdon]

Yes I can relate 💯, I want a boring life with my kids and grandkids but sadly will never happen

[@elainebezer3430]

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[@danwilliams2625]

What a lovely bloke, grew up watching him and his two mates, certainly shaped my life and love of cars

[@bhiveliveglobal]

Good to see Richard in a seat not behind a wheel without the worry that he will be involved in a crash. A nice guy doing what he loves. TY

[@renagade187]

Richard Hammond is such an inspiration and a wonderfully kind soul. I have had the honor of watching him for many years through his different media platforms, and as a fan, I am beyond delighted to have heard his vulnerability and honesty in this interview.

[@chrisharris5497]

I can honestly say that meeting Richard, Jeremy, and James at the filming of an episode at the Top Gear studio was one of the best days of my life, I had such a great day, the banter was on another level, so much goes on at the filming that you don't get to see that it really was an experience I'll cherish forever. What made it extra special was the fact that it was the episode where they had all the old Ferraris in the studio and my favourite car of all time is the Ferrari F40. I'll add this to make Richard feel better just in case he does read these comments is that your 2 inches taller than me Hamster, I'm sure it won't make you feel any better in the slightest but I'm sure not many people wish they were as tall as Richard Hammond lol. Another great interview Steven. Regarding the analogue v digital world, I can only give my personal opinion and that is life was much more enjoyable before the internet and the mobile phone, it was Stephen Fry that made the point that the mobile phone is an incredibly rude device, no other device you own sits there and screams talk to me NOW, talk to me NOW and he is absolutely right. The internet has spawned a generation where everybody has access to every resource in the world but with that comes viciousness and vitriol on an unprecedented scale that some people are just not mentally prepared for which is incredibly sad because the best resource tool on the planet also causes so much misery and pain in the hands of those who are not happy unless they are destroying people to the point of suicide, and lets be honest here these people wouldn't dare do it in the street to someones face in front of other people. I do need to add that despite my comment that life was better before the digital explosion I was pretty young, I was born in 1971 so I was already in my early 20s when the internet was released to the masses and they do say your childhood is the happiest time of your life.

[@andrewwhitenburgh4747]

What a true legend and lovely man Richard is. Great to see his vulnerability as a person and how he has coped with everything. Magical interview well done Steven and team.

[@originalindiechick7999]

Such a likeable man! When he had that crash it was horrific, so glad he’s made a great recovery. Really interesting chat x

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

Thank you for listening!

[@garywarren7716]

What a pure, honest lovely fella - pleasure to have grew up watching him from the age of 5 to still now at 23.. deserves all the ‘luck’ and success that comes to him Long live the hamster

[@MegaDeeley]

I love the thought that we all have a place like the crooked tree. Having lost three friends in three years all around 40, it gives me comfort that they might simply have drifted away to a much loved place. Really got so much from this interview, having read your book a couple of times. Very articulate, family loving man. Thank you both for the thought provoking interview. All the very best to you Richard. Your warmth and spiritual side really comes through, along with a deep love of your family.

[@generationalgamers8925]

my old neighbor Pearl had bad dementia, and her kids didn't want to sell her house and use the money to pay for assisted living and also didn't want to have to do the pesky chore of looking after her (making sure she doesn't burn the house down with her in it, making sure she wasn't lonely, making sure she doesn't try to take the garbage out and slip on the ice and break her pelvis which the pelvis thing is what happened and that was what finally got them to put her in assisted living). She would come knocking on my door relatively often because one of the previous owners of my house was a good friend of hers and I think she thought she still lived there. I think the point im trying to make is the dementia sufferers who appear "happy" are only happy because of their environment, stick them in a house by themselves and the horror is unimaginable. The problem is you are aware that you are losing your memories, shortly before the pelvis incident she came to my door wanting to know what her name was and she was horrified and embarrassed at the same time, if she was in assisted living she would have had people always reminding her what her name was. I heard that after she got into assisted living her memory drastically improved, and most importantly she was happy. I guess Pearl's brother wasn't lucky enough to make it to assisted living, he also suffered from dementia and they found his truck parked on the side of a road in the mountains and thats all they ever found, so he most likely froze to death or God forbid encountered a bear.

[@carlcadogan4510]

There was a Top Gear show in Barbados. Was great to finally see the icons from TV live. So glad to hear Richard's story, you realize just how human people are. Richard I wish all the best to you and your family. Also to your health. One of your international fans.

[@o_b_wan]

My late father was a couch-builder / panel beater and painter trained as an appretance in the 1950s and did that his whole working life until cancer in 2013 took him, he even tried working feeling sick from cancer, and he had his own shop. I'm glad you survived that crash, Richard.

[@Benslife96]

i absolutely adore this man. hes so humble and a lovely person whos been through so much. He Clarkson and May have had such a huge impact in peoples lives growing up watching their show giving us so many happy memories. Id like to say thankyou to him and wish him all the best x

[@emilyreplogle]

This was such a genuine interview. Richard Hammond has to be one of the most self aware, candid and just wonderful. I have been a fan for ages. Now I have an even deeper love and respect for him. This is one of the BEST interviews I have seen in ages. Well done all of you. I get the curly telephone cord, mobile phones … that was my life. He has SO much gratitude for life in general. I was terrified with both big crashes and it’s wonderful to hear how much he still has. You are both so natural. This was SUCH a joy to listen to. Thank you.

[@robertanderson8458]

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[@rossbishop1135]

Richard is one of my heros im glad althogh topgear has finished for richard richard hasnt stopped making cool content ,love the work you do thankyou for so many happy years viewing

[@susanswinny588]

Thanks for having on Richard Hammond. He's always been my favorite from Top Gear. It's great to see him again. I also had a doc say "we're losing her" and I soon realized it was all okay. Since then, I have such gratitude for the life I've had and no fear of dying. It was a gift, realizing there's not much to be done.

[@susanswinny588]

@steven_Bartlett01. Hi Steven. I subscribed a few days ago...enjoyed your interviews with Hammond & Neil deGrasse Tyson so far. Thanks!

[@Start_With_You]

I've listed to Richard talk about his crash before, but not in the depth and expanding on the impact of Mindy and the near death feelings. It was really touching and gave me pause for thought. Thanks Richard & Steven.

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

Thank you for listening!

[@xxitz_pr0gxx631]

Richard is one of the most influential people in my life. Richard, Jeremy, and James will always be some of my favorite entertainers/people in the whole wide world. I LOVE this interview more than you will ever know. Thank you for having him on.

[@MsCogan555]

I was never into cars but accidently stumbled on to top gear and fell in love with the format and Richards demeanour. What's he's been through is horrendous but I think his survival has pushed him to always work at things because he doesn't take it for granted. Having a humble background deffo shows real genuine people.

[@juniormaemo6986]

Thank you Hamster, Captain Slow and Jezza for the amazing moments.

[@BeckuWestWild]

Grew up near the top gear test track in Dunsfold and even got to race near there as part of young engineers when I was younger. As a lady that has never been a car nerd but top gear and mostly Richard inspired my creativity. From Brainiac to Drivetube he has done so much that are key parts of my life. Thank you for so much Richard and thanks Steven for the brilliant interview as always. Richard has always been a constant in the good things of my life; and I wish him all the best and all the happiness he deserves ❤️

[@myhandlewastakenandIgaveup]

This was such beautiful surprise. I grew up on top gear (like a lot of us did) but the ammount of intelligence and emotional depth Richard communicated waa unexpected in an amazing way. It really changed my perspective on him and just how much I had viewed him through the lens of both his tv persona and the singular automotive focus.

[@timgrohar2241]

Please please bring us clarkson also .... and keep up the great work one of the best podcasts in the world is yours mate!

[@mudandrockets]

Hammond is a world wonder for sure. His story resinates with life for a lot of us who havent even been over 300mph. Just amazing

[@ArranEye]

What a privilege to spend 90 minutes in the company of Richard and realise what a lovely man he is. Excellent, probing questions!

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

Thank you for listening!

[@canyonsteinzig3263]

i know we should be best friends richard. For someone who has brought such joy and fun to be so philosophical and smart in introspective is just simply wonderful. If I wasn’t lucky enough to didn’t to have a best friend i’d take you richard. amazing guy I think the words you were looking for were humble and gracious well done

[@Scampi95]

I absolutely love that you've had Hammond on the podcast!

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

Hope you enjoyed the episode, let me know what you think!

[@ford.imus.]

Growing up with Top Gear/Grand Tour I've looked up to the trio. Having the shows come to an end as we knew was more emotional than I thought it would be. Richard opening up so raw, so real, was more emotional than I expected; it feels like its happening to family. Thank you for being so open with Richard

[@Sundazs]

Hammond! I’m a female and was never really into cars, but he’s right. Put a couple of funny lads together talking about their passion, and I’m in for it. I miss Top Gear and Grand Tour! Come back guys!

[@MasterFlores35]

This interview is one of the best I have ever witnessed. And to be Richard Hammond is icing on the cake 🤙🏼 such an articulate and deeply spoken man. Respect 🙌🏼

[@waltzingmatilda9092]

Oh man, I’m so excited to listen to this! I was about 11 when Hammond had his crash in 2006 and I SOBBED… I was inconsolable. My parents brought me out for chicken nuggets and chips and tried to distract me/calm me down but it came up on a big screen TV where we were out eating and I just sobbed again… my dad helped me make him a card using clip art on the computer and it was of a Hamster (because of his nickname) doing weights with a massive tube of white toothpaste (the get well soon/recovery part combined with all the comments on TG about his extremely white teeth 😂) and we sent it to the BBC. The piece Hammond did recently talking about The Tree experience he had while he was in a coma also brought me to tears. I’m really looking forward to listening to this episode, thank you for having him on. Love to Mindy too.

[@jadesibley9611]

Where can I find this piece you mentioned? Please

[@cameronjohnston1467]

@@jadesibley9611 this a bit late sorry if you already found it but the video they are talking about with the tree is called: Richard Hammond explains what happened during his coma. It’s a very good watch

[@Puffin21]

@@jadesibley9611this is very late on but search Hammond favourite place, that’s when he revisits the tree & talks about it

[@gregschwartz4017]

I'm always a bit amazed how Hammond tended to be somewhat juvenile prankster when in the company of May and Clarkson, but when he goes out on his own, he creates content that is very mature and introspective. And yet still quite funny. Great interview, thanks for sharing.

[@jeremysmith54565]

I went to the same school as Richard, just quite a number of years after he finished. Didn't realise just how bad the crash was, or rather forgot about the extent of his injuries I'm so glad he's ok though! (or least is for now, really genuinely hope he stays ok).

[@MiaCatAdventures]

He’s one of the best presenters we have in the UK - I’ve a lot of respect for him.

[@RickTheSpud]

Loved this. Such a lovely chilled out vibe. I love the way Steven is happy to be interrupted, and gives great space for his guests to speak, but asks direct questions when he needs to. A masterclass for how to do an interview. 👌

[@vikkilouise609]

I can relate to Richard so much, I think that’s part of why I love watching Top Gear/ Grand Tour. I have memory problems too, not linked to a brain injury as such but I was diagnosed with epilepsy at 7 years old. It does worry me but you have to learn to adapt and accept your situation

[@LKNL13]

I’ve had the pleasure of meeting Richard a few times. He’s an absolute gent, one of the best people I’ve ever met.

[@KhanArtist97]

We love you Richard. Your work, along with James and Jeremey, have given me peace from stressful events, entertainment, and inspiration for many, many years.

[@bosheofficial]

Blown away by how interesting and likeable Richard is! He’s great

[@robertanderson8458]

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[@DeathComesSwiftly]

Love these long format interviews with amazing people. So much genuine compassion and honesty

[@NinaPrince1]

I am so happy I found this channel. I'm new here after the Gary Neville interview and I must say I think you are doing a tremendous job! Brilliant interviewer, you don't hurry the next question.. you allow your guest to fill that momentary silence and it really opens them up 👏 I love Hammond, he speaks so well and just draws you in. I wish him, and you all the good health and success in the world and thank you for bringing so many inspiring people into our daily podcasting lives 🙏

[@Frog-t9z]

Thankyou both Steve and Richard for that indeth look at your live Richard thankyou you are so much more then that car man on the TV and you should be so proud of what you have actually achieved and your mind set as surprised me on how you actually think about your life and how you see life it's self .

[@jurgen951]

Love your podcast! After listening to several interviews, I feel like since you (Steven Bartlett) is a self made man, you're able to create a space where the guests feel free on opening up, expressing their thoughts and emotions, without giving them a feeling of being exploited for something else. Love it!

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

Thank you for listening!

[@stephenanastasia-musiceduc7300]

I love cars, but I've never been able to stick with any other car shows. I used to listen to Click and Clack on the radio every Saturday. These three were different. I was poor and still will never have the opportunity to drive, let alone own a supercar. But, these three friends invited us into their circle, and we got to tag along as one of the "lads" (one of the guys in the US). I feel like I know them. I am grudgingly aware that in my group of friends, I'm the Captain Slow, always in the shadow of but full of awe for Clarkson, completely annoyed but absolutely in love with Hammond. The cars were the icing. The shenanigans among friends were the bread and butter. My buddies and I lived vicariously through these three. The presented it in a real and intimate way, a way that made you feel as if you could step into the group and be welcomed as if you belonged. Great fun.

[@rayne1213]

I'm a 50-year-old mother of 3 adult daughters. Our girls were raised on top gear and then grand tour. My girls were always asking to watch the 3 goofy guys, a lovable reference they gave them. Even now, whenever something new comes out, we have a watch party together. Thanks for decades of happy memories Richard Hammond. Also please PLEASE let your fans in the USA watch your new show!

[@rpm2wg]

This was an amazing interview. A rollercoaster of emotions. Laughing, reminiscing, and Richard talking about his crash. What an awesome person that has given more than he knows to the world.

[@UnleashTheGhouls]

One of my favourite Diary entries. Absolute masterclass in insight, influence and introspection, on both sides

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

Glad you enjoyed, thank you for listening!

[@paulmanchip8116]

I feel for Richard so much, there aren't many things worse than your body or brain refusing to work. Forgetting words you know, the anger you feel is like no anger I've ever felt before. You completely lose control and it's terrifying. Was in tears when Richard was taking about it. Could hear the pain in his voice. So glad he's ok and well done Stephen on another amazing podcast.

[@Gws525]

Absolutely love Hammond. Grew up watching him and the rest of the trio, usually with my dad. Will forever be indebted to them for the enjoyment they have provided.

[@imalakho]

During this interview Hammond was most open, honest and philosophical at the same time! well done and thank you!! would be great to have May and Clarkson as well

[@deinemuddaisdoof]

Everyone has their issues, insecurities, baggage. Sometimes they slow you down, sometimes they make you stronger and do the unexpected. I've been an avid follower of the trio for now almost 20 years. Their content always had lot of originality. They're not only a talented bunch, but they've always come across as genuine, which clearly is a rather rare thing. Down to earth, just three guys doing their thing. I wish Richard all the very best and health, and the very same for May and Clarkson.

[@AaronOxfordExmouth1989]

Absolutely amazing! Never have I ever seen or heard anything like this before. Powerful, emotional and genuine, absolutely genuine. This is a perfect interview, because nothing was ever forced. Thank you so much for this. Keep it up.

[@katehogarth4129]

This is one of my favourite episodes so far! He’s so real and honest, just a genuinely nice person. Loved top gear growing up.👏🏻

[@vert699]

he's way more intelligent than people would notice