CONTENT WARNING This episode contains discussion of childhood sexual abuse and trauma. Viewer Discretion is advised. If you or someone you know has been affected by childhood sexual abuse, support is available at oneinfour.org.uk You might notice that this episode of Rosebud is slightly longer than usual - and that's because this story is so powerful. This conversation with the stand-up, writer, actor and TV star Alan Davies is virtually unedited - because it's unmissable. In it, Alan tells Gyles about the two most significant, and devastating, events of his childhood: the death of his mother when he was only six years old, and the sexual abuse he suffered at the hands of his father after she died. And he tells Gyles about how he has healed and gone on to have his own family, and experience unconditional love with his own children. This is a very sad, at times upsetting, episode, but also one full of hope, laughter and insight. It is well worth your time, and please get in touch with hello@rosebudpodcast.com with any thoughts you have on the themes Alan and Gyles discuss here. Alan Davies is on tour in the UK, Australia and elsewhere - get tickets here: http://bit.ly/3M3q4Ly His new book, White Male Stand-Up is also available now. Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction 01:30 - Family background 03:30 - Family dynamics 06:30 - Describing mother's illness and passing 09:30 - Addressing the aftermath and impact of mother's death 13:00 - Exploring childhood friendships and school experiences 17:00 - Experiences of abuse and family relationships 26:00 - Discussing therapy and processing trauma 31:00 - Career beginnings and early performances 37:00 - Reflecting on family life, lessons, and personal growth #gylesbrandreth #rosebudpodcast #celebritybiography #AlanDavies #QI