What did you think of the show before you applied?
I was invited to audition before the show went on air. When I saw the French version I was completely overwhelmed by the opportunity. I have to admit I wasn’t sure I could cope with the stress!
What made you apply to be on the show?
The opportunity presented itself so I couldn’t turn it down…who would? It’s £250k!
Before you played, did you consider the money or the experience more important?
It was definitely a bit of both. If you just go for the money you’re going for the wrong reason. If you go for the experience you’re lying to yourself!
Did you have a financial target in mind? If so, what was it?
Yes it was £30,000. It’s a huge amount but it equated to two years’ wages. I was writing a book at the time and wanted to survive whilst I followed my dream to be published.
What was it like sitting in the Crazy Chair?
Much better than standing behind the boxes, that was awful…waiting for it to be you. The Crazy Chair experience was a bit like a car crash though…I felt like I wasn’t there and can’t remember most of it.
Did you feel fate put the 1p in your box?
Nope. I don’t believe in fate. I’m glad it was though. I didn’t win the money but it does feel like the next best thing. I’m sure the money would be spent by now. ‘Winning the 1p’ story will go on forever.
How do you think The Banker treated you?
I was so surprised, he was remarkably lovely towards me, and I don’t know why! When he spoke to me his kind words made me cry.
What was your first thought when your box was opened to reveal the 1p?
I was relieved, ecstatic, depressed, disappointed, pleased and sick all at the same time. I wished it wasn’t there but I’m so glad it wasn’t the 50p.
What was the first thing you did when you got home?
I cried! In fact I was quite depressed for sometime afterwards, especially when money became a problem. I felt disappointed in myself and I felt terrible that I couldn’t give anything to my family or support my fiancé.
Did you cash the cheque?
Hell no!
What does joining the 1p club, mean to you?
Actually I do feel very privileged; it takes a certain type of person to go ‘all the way’. Not necessarily a better person or even a nicer one, but everybody I’ve met who is in the club has been really genuinely lovely.
How did the show change your life?
It hasn’t really. Winning the money would have changed my life; I would have worried less, perhaps even followed more of my dreams. There are definitely no regrets except perhaps I should have worn my lucky knickers! Oh, and if I hadn’t come away with the 1p we wouldn’t be talking now… having someone ask my opinion really is very exciting and humbling, so I am grateful for that.
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