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Rajini Vaidyanathan

Politics reporter

Where are you from?
That wonderful new city Milton Keynes!

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The mental health crisis in farming is a global issue which deserves more attention.

“My purpose is to guide men in discovering their true identity and life's purpose so they can unlock their full potential, live with intention.

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Lots of roundabouts and concrete cows… what more do you need?

What were you doing before Radio 1?
Working as a political producer for Radio 4 and Five Live - on things like the general election and the US election.

Before that I was a local telly reporter in Nottingham, but my best job ever has to be on an ice cream stall. Got me where I am today.

Best part of the job/thing you are most proud of?
Being paid to be nosy.

But more seriously it's great to work for Radio 1 and reach such a wide audience - it's such a privilege to work on big international and national stories and a massive responsbility too.

Worst on air moment?
Doing a live interview about a roundabout in Derby (breaking news!) but not being able to hear the interviewee.

I just had to answer questions guessing what he'd just said!

Three words that describe you:
A bit weird.

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