Former television personality Jez Rose, known for his appearances on BBC Breakfast and Saturday Kitchen, has expressed newfound contentment after a financial downfall by embarking on a fresh venture in pottery. Rose, who initially found fame in children’s TV and later featured on popular TV programs like The Big Breakfast and James Martin’s Saturday Morning, revealed that nearly all his earnings were depleted.
Having hosted his own shows on ITV and BBC One before transitioning to Discovery and QVC, Rose authored a best-selling book in 2015, established a carbon-neutral honey farm, and relocated to Delaware with aspirations of expanding his influence as a global speaker on human behavior and transformation.
Collaborating with prominent organizations worldwide, Rose traveled extensively to conferences and events to share his insights on innovative thinking for successful adaptation to change. Reflecting on his journey, he acknowledged the challenges of relocating to a different country and the subsequent disruptions caused by unforeseen circumstances such as an overlooked tax obligation and the COVID-19 pandemic, which halted his public speaking engagements and travel opportunities.
Despite facing setbacks that led to the collapse of his business within a short period, Rose, now 41, returned to the UK with limited financial resources but a sense of gratitude for what remained. With the support of his father, he embarked on a pottery experience in Cornwall that sparked a profound interest in the craft.
Embracing his newfound passion, Rose, currently residing in Burley-on-the-Hill in Rutland, established ‘Found,’ a certified carbon-neutral ceramics studio in Bulwick. Through meticulous research and sustainable practices, he ensures minimal environmental impact in his ceramic production, including utilizing energy-efficient kilns and implementing a closed-loop water system for clay sediment recycling.
Rose is set to unveil his inaugural collection of unique handmade ceramics later this year on foundceramics.com, emphasizing intentional imperfections in each piece as a reflection of his adherence to Buddhist principles that embrace the beauty of imperfection as a fundamental aspect of spiritual growth.