BITESIZE #65 | Steve Morgan: One moment can change your life

In this week’s bitesize clip we go back to episode 90 with businessman and philanthropist Steve Morgan. Steve founded Redrow, one of the UK’s most successful house-builders and also is the former owner of Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Through his foundation, Steve donated millions to help families during the pandemic and recently made a £50 million donation to help advance treatment and try to find a cure for type 1 diabetes, the largest-ever single gift in the UK for diabetes research.

Steve tells us about the one moment that changed his life forever....

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In this podcast episode, Steve Morgan, a successful businessman, philanthropist, and former owner of Wolverhampton Wanderers, shares a defining moment in his life that profoundly changed his perspective.

Morgan narrates the tragic loss of his brother, Jimmy, in a motorcycle accident. This event served as a catalyst for significant life changes for Morgan. He reflects on the importance of making the most of opportunities and pursuing one's passions.

Faced with limited work prospects in 1977, Morgan made a bold decision to leave the UK and seek opportunities in California, USA. Despite initial challenges, he eventually found success in the construction industry.

However, Morgan's life took another unexpected turn when his brother, Jimmy, passed away at the young age of 17. This devastating loss deeply affected Morgan and his family.

In the aftermath of this tragedy, Morgan and his wife decided to start a family. This decision led to the birth of their son, who became a source of joy and inspiration during a difficult time.

Morgan acknowledges that while the loss of his brother was a profound tragedy, it also served as a catalyst for positive change in his life. He credits his brother's memory as a driving force behind his success in business and his commitment to philanthropy.

Morgan's story highlights the power of resilience, the importance of embracing new opportunities, and the transformative impact that adversity can have on one's life. It serves as a reminder to cherish the present, pursue one's dreams, and make the most of every moment.

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[03:13.840 -> 03:14.680] Yeah.
[03:14.680 -> 03:19.240] How much did that reframe your perspective on life?
[03:19.240 -> 03:21.160] It completely changed my life.
[03:21.160 -> 03:22.520] You know, I'm not a religious person,
[03:22.520 -> 03:26.960] but my look totally changed when Jimmy died. We were really short of work, i newid fy bywyd. Dwi ddim yn dynol, ond fy mod i'n edrych wedi newid yn llwyr pan oedd Jimmy wedi dod.
[03:26.960 -> 03:29.120] Roeddwn i'n ddifrifol iawn o waith, ac fel y dweud,
[03:29.120 -> 03:30.160] dwi ddim yn unrhyw dynol
[03:30.160 -> 03:32.400] sy'n gallu ymstod yn unig,
[03:32.400 -> 03:35.040] rydw i'n byw yn gael gwneud rhywbeth.
[03:35.040 -> 03:37.920] Ac dwi ddim yn cael gwaith o lawer,
[03:37.920 -> 03:41.040] a dyna oedd yn 1977.
[03:41.040 -> 03:43.520] Ac felly dwi wedi penderfynu,
[03:43.520 -> 03:44.880] dwi wedi gwrthi rhai Rolls Royces,
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[04:51.880 -> 04:53.000] Roedd Jimmy'r unig un
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