STARTING his career as a stand-up comedian, finishing as a runner-up at the BBC Comedy Awards and starring in a short film with Judi Dench, Nat Coombs decided to follow his heart and make the switch to broadcast.
A career that has spanned over 15 years, covering mainly US sports and football, Coombs is one of the most recognisable faces across the industry. But his mindset is still very much the same as it was when he first started.
His secret to success comes from being resilient, a willingness to learn, and loving what he does. I spoke with Nat about his career and the advice he would give to anyone that is looking to pursue a career in media.
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