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12. Francis Bourgeois – On viral fame and dealing with criticism

Rylan: How to Be... Rylan: How to Be in the Spotlight

Rylan sits down with trainspotter Francis Bourgeois to discuss the highs and lows of viral fame.

Rylan is joined by trainspotter Francis Bourgeois to discuss becoming an overnight internet sensation. Francis tells Rylan about his tricky teenage years and growing up as an outsider, confronting accusations that his train persona is β€œfake”, and trainspotting with Joe Jonas.

Rylan explores the good, the bad and the ugly of being thrust into the spotlight - with those who've lived to tell the tale.

Host: Rylan
Assistant Producer: Satema Tarawally
Edit Producer: Katie Grant
Producer: Millie Chu
Production Manager: Francesca Bassett
Executive Producers: Barnaby Coughlin and Arron Fellows
Music: Miguel d'Oliveira
Assistant Commissioner: Will Drysdale
Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
A Mindhouse production for ΒιΆΉΤΌΕΔ Sounds

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