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Who saw something in you before anyone else did? On “The Person Who Believed In Me” podcast, host David Begnaud asks artists, athletes, founders, and advocates this one powerful question. Their answers reveal the untold story behind success — the teacher, parent, or coach who changed everything for them. Often called “America’s Storyteller,” David is an award-winning journalist known for compassio... more

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Chelsea Handler was nine when her oldest brother Chet died — July 10th, in a hiking accident — and she came back to school in the fall to a town full of people asking if she was okay. She hated it. So she told everyone she'd been cast in a movie with... more

Bozoma Saint John was 12 when her family landed in Colorado Springs, where her classmates already had a picture of Africa: the child on the UNICEF magnet, flies and a distended belly, worth a penny a day. Her father held two PhDs. Her mother was a fa... more

Tori Kelly signed her first record contract at 12. The executive who signed her, Polly Anthony, was the first woman to run a major label, and she brought Tori into Geffen after two televised talent-show losses had gone nowhere. Anthony put her in the... more

Eight family members rotated through a studio apartment in Queens when Gary Vaynerchuk's family arrived from the Soviet Union — a country he compares to present-day North Korea. Getting out meant giving up everything they owned. His mother hid a piec... more

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Chelsea Handler
Comedian, author, and host
Episode: Chelsea Handler | He Said He Was Coming Back
Tori Kelly
Singer-songwriter
Epic Records (label)
Episode: Tori Kelly | The Internet Made Her a Star
Atsuko Okatsuka
Comedian and storyteller who grew up between Taiwan, Japan, and the United States
Episode: Atsuko Okatsuka | My Kidnapper, My Best Friend
Nirav Tolia
CEO and co-founder of Nextdoor
Nextdoor
Episode: Nirav Tolia | The Only Indian Kid in Odessa, TX
Adam Lambert
Singer and actor, Idol alum, Queen collaborator
Self/Dynamics with Queen
Episode: Adam Lambert | Done Being Polite
Ian Rowe
Visionary education leader, founder of Vertex Partnership Academies
Vertex Partnership Academies
Episode: Ian V. Rowe | The Question He Asked at Twelve
Margaret Cho
Legendary comedian and writer, subject of the episode
Self
Episode: Margaret Cho | Ten Years Sober, Still Counting
Tom Daley
Olympic diver and public figure
Former Olympic athlete; Knitting entrepreneur
Episode: Tom Daley | "He'll Never Be a Diver"
Harvey Mason Jr.
CEO of the Recording Academy
Recording Academy
Episode: Harvey Mason Jr. | "I Love Watching You Play"

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David Begnaud
Host of The Person Who Believed In Me; CBS News presence noted in some entries; active figure with Do Good Crew involvement

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 400 ratings
  • Inspirational Podcast

    I enjoy hearing everyone’s stories. The conversations are raw and relatable. David Begnaud, my homeboy, is the consummate professional and brings our Lafayette, Louisiana kindness and charm to each interview.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MagnoliaTiger
    United States24 days ago
  • Love David Begnaud

    I love the heart in all David Begnaud’s interviews. He asks great questions.

    I especially loved the interview with Adam Lambert!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MumpyRaf
    United States2 months ago
  • The Person who Believed in Me with Adam Lambert

    Adam Lambert Interview

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kar0218
    United States2 months ago
  • First Episode w/ Margaret Cho

    Absolutely brilliant!! Such an amazing story & you are gifted in the way you communicate with people. You ask the right questions in such a profound way. Super intrigued & looking forward to more of your content!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    honkiecat
    United States2 months ago
  • LOVE!!

    This has been one of the most inspiring and uplifting podcast. I’ve listened to in a long time. I’m so grateful and I have learned a lot not just about the people you speak with and their life situations, but the ability to apply it to my own. Keep up the awesome work you’re doing. You are truly inspiring!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Seriosly MS
    United States2 months ago

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Episodes are seen as inspirational and relatable, with many noting practical takeaways for career and life.
Listeners describe the host as thoughtful, curious, and kind, with strong questions that draw out vulnerability.
Guests are praised for candid storytelling, mentorship themes, and the show's uplifting tone.

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Bozoma Saint John | Always the Outsider
Q: How did the 'urgent life' concept crystallize for you?
It solidified after her husband Peter's cancer diagnosis and Eve's death, which forced a shift from planning and calculation to purposeful, immediate action focused on lasting impact and family.
Margaret Cho | Ten Years Sober, Still Counting
Q: Did you ever tell him how much he meant to you then?
No, there was no opportunity or comfort to express it fully at the time, and the dynamic meant such conversations were rare or difficult.
Adam Lambert | Done Being Polite
Q: What happened when you kissed a guy on TV and how did it affect your career?
It sparked immediate controversy and pushback from networks and audiences, but it also highlighted a double standard and propelled me to use my platform for advocacy while proving the point that artistry and identity should be accepted.
Adam Lambert | Done Being Polite
Q: Who was the first person who believed in you and helped you develop your craft?
Lynn Broyles, a voice teacher and mentor who immediately understood my instrument and taught me not only vocal technique but how to be myself and pursue art with confidence.
Tom Daley | "He'll Never Be a Diver"
Q: What was it like to be guided by Andy Banks from such a young age?
The host asks about the coaching relationship and how early encouragement transformed into belief, revealing how patient, strategic coaching helped him build confidence and a path to Olympic qualification.

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This show centers on leading figures from art, sports, business, and public life who share the mentors, moments, and beliefs that helped them rise. Episodes blend intimate personal storytelling with career milestones, highlighting how encouragement from teachers, family, coaches, or colleagues sparked resilience, risk-taking, and authenticity. Notable is the focus on mentorship as a catalyst for growth, paired with candid reflections on identity, challenges, and reinvention. The format tends toward warm, human-centered conversations that offer practical takeaways for listeners pursuing ambitious paths or seeking guidance on navigating fame, leadership, and meaning in work.

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Recent guests on The Person Who Believed In Me include:

1. Chelsea Handler
2. Tori Kelly
3. Atsuko Okatsuka
4. Nirav Tolia
5. Adam Lambert
6. Ian Rowe
7. Margaret Cho
8. Tom Daley

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