In this episode of Stories of Us, Sarah Grynberg sits down with Mitchell Coombs, a vibrant personality from Bogan Gate, a small town in New South Wales.

Growing up in Bogan Gate, Mitchell initially found life there stifling and dreamt of the hustle and bustle of Sydney. He recounts how his perspective has changed, now appreciating the peacefulness and tight-knit community of his hometown.

Mitchell shares his journey from Bogan Gate to Sydney, where he became a producer on the fast-paced Kyle and Jackie O Show. Despite the demanding nature of breakfast radio, he thrived and developed a strong work ethic. Mitchell humorously recalls his initial shyness and how he earned the nickname "Meek Mitch" from Kyle Sandilands.

His rise to public attention began with a viral video tour of Bogan Gate, which led to national recognition and an appearance on Sunrise. This unexpected fame encouraged him to pursue content creation on YouTube and later TikTok, where he continues to engage and entertain audiences.

Mitchell also opens up about the challenges of being openly gay in different environments. Surprisingly, he found more acceptance in Bogan Gate than in certain parts of Sydney, sharing a recent distressing incident in a Manly bar. Despite such challenges, Mitchell remains optimistic and committed to his work.

Join Sarah and Mitchell as they explore his unique story, from a small-town boy with big city dreams to a successful content creator who embraces his roots and identity.

if you’ve enjoyed hearing Mitchell’s story and would like to hear about another hilarious comedian from regional New South Wales - check out our episode with Cameron James here: https://listnr.com/podcasts/stories-of-us/episodes/cameron-james-on-strumming-strings-to-striking-jok?utm_source=listnr&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=internal_share&utm_content=f7657954-164a-4388-b6ef-e53c17109df6%3B3eb8c0c0-2def-4d14-9789-b1290000293a

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