Ego Was Here

Actor Greg Kriek joins Ego Was Here to share a side of Hollywood rarely seen — one rooted in authenticity, gratitude, and identity. From his Camino de Santiago journey to working alongside Hollywood legends, Greg opens up about the lessons that shaped him beyond the spotlight. This conversation isn’t just about acting. It’s about slowing down, trusting your path, and choosing to live true to yours...

What if you lost everything, your health, your safety, even your sense of self — and still had to fight for your life? That is exactly what happened to Carlos Alejandro Lujan. In this episode of Ego Was Here , Carlos opens up about surviving the unthinkable: battling cancer, enduring abuse, and navigating the darkest chapters of his life. He shares the tools that helped him heal, the hope he disco...

Stand-up comedian and activist Belinda Carroll reveals how she turned struggle into comedy and trauma into laughter. From stage fright to activism, she shows how performance can heal and empower. Belinda’s journey takes us from growing up queer in a conservative Southern Baptist family to founding the Portland Queer Comedy Festival and leading Pride activism. She opens up about the burden of repre...

In the late 90s, Lolly lit up the charts with unforgettable hits like “Viva La Radio,” “Big Boys Don’t Cry,” and “Mickey.” Bursting with color, energy, and fun, she became one of the most recognizable voices of UK pop. In this episode of Ego Was Here , Anna Iris sits down with Anna Kumble ( known to millions as Lolly ) for an uplifting and candid conversation about her journey through music, creat...

When 90% of your career is rejection, how do you keep going? Actress, accent coach, and mental health advocate Aisling Goodwin shares the raw truths of show business, from resilience and mindset tools to mastering accents without losing your performance. Whether you’re an actor, creative, or facing setbacks in any field, this conversation will inspire you to protect your mental health and define s...

Award-winning actress Natalie Bark joins Ego Was Here to share her unexpected journey from a corporate career to starring roles in The Crown , Loki , and Invasion . But it was her silent performance in the short film Exchange — which won her the Cannes Debut Award — that transformed everything. We discuss: Transitioning into acting without formal training The challenge and power of performing with...

What happens when your world goes silent, just after becoming a mother? In this raw and transformative conversation, host Anna Iris speaks with actress, author, and hearing health advocate Tiffany Storrs , who lost her hearing after childbirth, and calls it the greatest gift of her life. Together, they explore invisible disabilities, identity, motherhood, and the mindset shift that turned fear int...

This time, I’m not just introducing the podcast — I’m sharing what it’s costing me to create it. Why it scares me. Why I hesitated. And what it really means to show up without the protection of a script, a role, or a mask. If you've ever felt the pull to speak your truth — but also the fear of what might follow — this episode might just be for you. 💛 Follow this journey from the very beginning....

Welcome to Ego Was Here , a podcast exploring the masks we wear and the search for authenticity. In this first episode, Anna Iris opens up about why she created this space to question identity, social validation, and what it means to be truly seen. Follow Ego Was Here for weekly episodes that dive deep into human stories, vulnerability, and connection.