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Radio 5 Live,22 Dec 2021,26 mins

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Ed Sheeran joins Greg and Bella to talk about his school days for a very special festive edition of Break Time. In this BBC Sounds exclusive podcast - also to be heard on BBC 5 live on Christmas Day - one of the biggest pop stars on the planet will share his memories of his favourite teachers - including his supportive music teacher Mr Hanley who encouraged his early songwriting efforts, and English teacher Mr Jellicoe who he's now friends with. He'll share his love and admiration for teachers and discuss his own aspirations to one day become a teacher. Ed also shares his memories of his early career - gigging every night in London, and his commitment to working harder than his hero James Blunt. We'll also hear Ed's school urban myths, and we'll hear your stories, feedback and hear from some of our brilliant teachers from this term. To get involved with Break Time, email [email protected] with your school stories.

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