Zoë Heller: What disappointment has stayed with you longest?

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Zoë Heller

English journalist and novelist

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Failing CSE Physics. Twice.

The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 8 November 2008 source ↗

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Lily Allen English singer-songwriter and actress

The Brit Awards 2007.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 7 February 2009 source ↗

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Mo Gilligan British comedian

Not investing in bitcoin.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 20 November 2021 source ↗

Paul McKenna British hypnotist and TV personality

People mistaking my kindness for weakness and stealing from me.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 7 January 2023 source ↗

Sending off the final draft of my latest novel.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 8 November 2008 source ↗

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