🍰 The Champ and Contender Podcast: Liam Charles on Baking Fame, British Bake Off & More! 🎂 In this episode of The Champ and Contender Podcast, hosts Joseph J. Jones and Fabian Collymore sit down with special guest Liam Charles, best known for his time on The Great British Bake Off and as a presenter on Bake Off: The Professionals. 👨‍🍳 From a 16-year-old with a sweet tooth to becoming one of the UK’s most loved bakers, authors, and TV personalities, Liam shares his inspiring story filled with creativity, humour, and honesty. 💬 Expect plenty of laughs, behind-the-scenes Bake Off stories, and real talk about balancing artistic passion with technical precision, the therapeutic side of baking, and his journey in the spotlight. Plus, don’t miss our fun “Shot Stopper” game where Liam reveals his favourite bakes and guilty pleasures! 🎧 Whether you’re a baking enthusiast, a Bake Off superfan, or simply love hearing genuine, inspiring conversations — this one’s for you!

⏱️ Episode Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome to The Champ and Contender Podcast

00:18 – Introducing Today’s Guest: Liam Charles

01:10 – Liam’s Journey into Baking

02:38 – School Days and Early Baking Ventures

06:59 – The Great British Bake Off Experience

10:32 – Life After Bake Off

22:15 – Hosting Bake Off: The Professionals

27:23 – Personal Reflections and Future Plans

37:25 – The Passion for Trainers and Baking

38:12 – Combining Passions: Trainers and Cakes

38:33 – Customizing Trainers and Monthly Baking Videos

39:09 – The Purpose Behind Baking

39:40 – Sharing Bakes and Social Media

40:26 – Shot Stopper Game: TV Shows and Bakes

47:21 – Favourite British Desserts

50:27 – Dealing with Allergies in Baking

53:38 – Staying Grounded and Favourite Hangouts

55:45 – Football Talk: United and Transfers

01:02:18 – Celebrity Interactions and Baking for Stars

01:04:36 – Final Quiz: Last Orders

01:09:26 – Advice for Aspiring Bakers

01:10:59 – Conclusion and Farewell

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