Backstage Goss

Nina K is a little bit of an anomaly. No one in her Polish family has the acting gene, although she thinks her father had something and it was him who she said might be the catalyst. From as early as 12, she knew that she wanted the bright lights and wanted to be somebody. From being sort after for modelling, she was soon snapped up by the world of entertainment in Hollywood. Having starred in man...

Lucy is Autistic but that has not stopped her fulfilling her dream of being an Actress. We hear from Lucy about the types of predjuices she had to encounter at school and over come them. Masking was a way of life and continues in her adulthood. She welcomes the challenges and talks about being thrown in at the deep end to Direct a short film. Support the show Your dreams are achievable, everybody...

Harvey is a young man whose journey and passion left him at an early age. Having been a child actor, even going on to study the art form, it seems there was something not right for him. One day his passion left him. What was he to do next. Luckily, also from an early age, this young man had another passion. A passion for music; the drums. This is Harvey's story how he now lives and breath&apo...

Joseph Lee Jackson is probably one of, if not, the longest Tribute band called Mercury and to have met Roger Taylor and Brian May. He also become quite close to the family as he always invited Freddie's mum and sister to the gigs when they were in town (Nottingham). His story tells of a young boy who falls in to the role by accident really and 27 years later, is still feeling the same buzz as...

In this episode talks to James Fry entertainer. He is now currently at Warners, but he started as a 17 year old and left home. It wasn't all that it was cracked up to be. He tells us the joys of being a manager for a touring company and why his cast caused mutiny. Some tricks of the trade when it comes to being paid. Please share the podcast Support the show Your dreams are achievable, everyb...

I would never have imagined how involved the Hair and MakeUp team are and so important on a set. Never underestimate the determination and gumption these guys have to have to survive in this world. Early mornings, late nights, pampering, continuity and the list goes on. Natalie Fox was so determined to be a part of this world, even though, through her own admission, it can be lonely and you have t...

In this episode, Scott Payne takes us on his journey in to the world of writing for TV. From a rural background to rubbing shoulders with some of the best people in the business, he tells of the early beginnings of living off bread and Jam, being beaten up and a University that couldn't possibly move him from his digs, where personality clashes had taken its toll, until he walks in with a bla...

Beth is 18 and adventuring into the world of Entertainment; Film. She has a passion for filmmaking and acting. The Industry is not a forgiving one, and, as a neurodivergent lady, the pressures are high. She has a very positive attitude and says she wants to makes changes within the industry. Let's find out how and what else she has in store for us. This is Beth's journey into the Enterta...

Imagine being bullied because you are inquisitive, have a different take on things or maybe a little quirky. Well, that was Ben and all of them things. You see, Ben, was always wanting to know how things worked.  His obsession or passion, whatever you want to call it, led him to pursue his dream. He always wanted to work on making things. He now works within the TV and Film Industry as a props mak...

When all you dream about is dancing at the age of 8, but trying to handle being bullied constantly, being pulled from school, wreaking your UK career before it's even started, how can you continue to carry on? It's a good job that Kailum had the tenacity and strength to follow his dreams, because today, he is part of an exciting dance Camp in America. What makes him special; he's th...

What a journey this boy has been on. Everything he does has a purpose to get him to where he wants to go next.  He started out as a Stuntman and worked his way through to Film Works and then in to Broadcasting. John explains his way in and probably the beltway to do it. He is a stickler for learning your craft. Helpful hints and tips along the way. Support the show Your dreams are achievable, ever...

Samantha Shuma is one exciting dancer and actress. This episode she discusses how she got her big break into an industry that is not forgiving; you either have it or you don't.  The Wiz was on her list of accomplishments, as was Hamilton and Wicked the film. Today we learn about the up's and downs of getting in to the Industry. Support the show Your dreams are achievable, everybody can r...

We hear from Christina who trained as a Ballerina. The diet she was advised, the heartache she went through and how she nearly lost her child. Support the show Your dreams are achievable, everybody can reach them, when you TRY!

WE talk to Shona Lindsay about her journey in to the Entertainment Industry. With 45 years (nearly) under her belt, she explains how Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber took her under is wing and created her as a leading lady.  Her mishap on 'Aspects of love' on a closed set is a hilarious tale. We talk about the industry and how she has managed through the changes over the years. We find out why sh...