TBIBR Studios
The Beauty in Being Real
Host Elisha Cave gets real about self-love, relationships, and life's messy middle, with candid interviews from performers, creatives, and her close friends, navigating identity, mental health, and growth. No topic off-limits, one honest conversation at a time. Instagram - @thebeautyingbeingreal - DM us with questions and thoughts!
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Jun 9, 2026
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Episodes
Episode 86 - Interview w/ Benny - MODEL, ACTOR, LIFE 09.06.2026 22:54
In this episode, host Elisha sits down with Benny to discuss everything creative. From modelling, acting and creating this episode delves into the ins and out of the industry and developing in a creative way. Thank you Benny for joining us!
Episode 85 - Interview w/ Lydia - My Trans Experience 10.02.2026 36:53
In this episode, host Elisha sits down with her university friend Lydia. Lydia discuss their transitioning journey, the healthcare and support (or lack there of) they have been offered. They also discuss pronouns and their mental health journey Be sure to comment your thoughts below Don't forget to send us your questions, experiences and follow our socials to never miss an update! Instagram - http...
Episode 84 - Interview w/Immy Bull - Direction and it's Challenges 31.01.2026 25:50
In this episode, host Elisha sits down with her university friend Immy. Immy is the president of Solent Stage and recently directed their production of Grease the musical. Immy recently got diagnosed with stage 3 thyroid cancer. Immy shares her journey through surgery and treatment in this episode and everyone at TBIBR give her so much love
Episode 83 - A Performers' Hidden Work (1) 11.12.2025 22:13
In this episode Elisha discusses the hidden work behind the performing arts industry! Be sure to comment your thoughts below Don't forget to send us your questions, experiences and follow our socials to never miss an update! Instagram - https://instagram.com/thebeautyinbeingreal TikTok - https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMNwkQwAG/_ Drop us email at thebeautyinbeingreal@gmail.com with any questions, feedback...
Episode 82 - Interview w/ Leszek Cygan - Life Behind The Lense 14.10.2025 23:32
In this episode host Elisha sits down with Leszek Cygan to discuss life behind the camera. As an editor, actor and producer Leszek is a jack of all trades! Thank you so much to Leszek for joining us! Be sure to comment your thoughts below Don't forget to send us your questions, experiences and follow our socials to never miss an update! Instagram - https://instagram.com/thebeautyinbeingreal TikTok...
Episode 81- Interview w/ Alexandra Cook - Stage, Screen and Beyond 03.10.2025 26:33
In this episode Elisha sits down with Alexandra Cook whom she met training with House of Jazz. The pair discussed how acting differs from stage to screen, commercial work and the process of creating your own film. They discuss Alexandra's wide and varied career. Thank you so much to Alexandra for joining us! Be sure to comment your thoughts below Don't forget to send us your questions, exp...
Episode 80 - Interview w/ Finley - MY TIME ON BBC GLOW UP 10.09.2025 24:23
In this episode host Elisha sits down with Finley also known as painted_eyelidss. In this episode they discuss Finley’s time on BBC Glow Up, how we can make sure fashion and make up remain sustainable and how make up can be used to defy gender norms. Be sure to comment your thoughts below Don't forget to send us your questions, experiences and follow our socials to never miss an update! Instagram...
Episode 79- Interview w/ Anita Mannings - House of Jazz and My Mental Health 22.08.2025 33:55
In this episode host Elisha sits down with Anita Mannings. Anita and Elisha met through their training at House of jazz and in this episode they discuss how to balance mental health and physical health as a performer, training/ performing internationally and Anita’s journey in the industry. Follow Anita on Instagram @anitamannings Mentioned in this episode: @industryminduk @applauseforthought Be s...
Episode 78 - 21 Things I Wish I Knew (Before I Turn 21!!!) 13.08.2025 39:12
In this episode @elisha.a.cave and@_george.ray sit down and discuss 21 things they wish they knew growing up. From social media to relationships to career. This episode covers it all and serves as a reminder of growth in challenging times Be sure to comment your thoughts below Don't forget to send us your questions, experiences and follow our socials to never miss an update! Instagram - https:...
Episode 77 - Sexual Betrayal and YOUR QUESTIONS 28.06.2025 25:43
In this episode Elisha sits down with editor George to discuss sending nudes, body confidence and how to handle tough situations Thank you so much for our listeners for requesting this episode! Be sure to comment your thoughts below Don't forget to send us your questions, experiences and follow our socials to never miss an update! Instagram - https://instagram.com/thebeautyinbeingreal TikTok - htt...
Episode 76 - Interview w/ Brenda Rant 21.06.2025 35:07
It’s pride month and in honour of that, host Elisha sat down with Brenda Rant for an interview. All about drag queen life, make up tips and the importance of pride. Be sure to comment your thoughts below Catch Brenda every month at Hampshire Boulevard with a drag quiz and every month at Sussex brewery with drag bingo! Queens mentioned in this episode: Lucy caboosi - every Saturday at HB free cabar...
Episode 75 - Interview w/ Matt Hatleman 09.06.2025 1:08:27
In this episode, Elisha sits down with Professor Matt Hatleman from Calvin University to discuss his careers, work, teaching, philosophy and his recent book, Hungry Beautiful Animals. Don't forget to send us your questions, experiences and follow our socials to never miss an update! Instagram - https://instagram.com/thebeautyinbeingreal TikTok - https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMNwkQwAG/_ Drop us email...
Episode 73 - Interview w/ Ignacio Rajbe - Epilepsy and Performance 04.05.2025 18:06
In this episode host Elisha sits down with her university friend Ignascio to discuss living with epilepsy and handling it as a performer. Don't forget to send us your questions, experiences and follow our socials to never miss an update! Instagram - https://instagram.com/thebeautyinbeingreal TikTok - https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMNwkQwAG/_ Drop us email at thebeautyinbeingreal@gmail.com, with any qu...
Episode 72 - Interview w/ Georgia Whiting - Performing Arts as a Mature Student 22.03.2025 37:13
In this episode Elisha sits down with her university friend Georgia Whiting to discuss her work in the performing arts industry, the audition process for holiday parks and her experience as a mature student. Don't forget to send us your questions, experiences and follow our socials to never miss an update! Instagram - https://instagram.com/thebeautyinbeingreal TikTok - https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMNwkQ...
Episode 71 - Interview w/ Lauren Ash - My Journey as a Self-Employed Pilates Teacher 23.02.2025 26:02
In this episode, Elisha sits down with Lauren Ash to discuss her work as a performer, self-employed pilates teacher and personal trainer.
Episode 70 - Interview w/ Ethan Skillman and Ella Towler - Perform, Perform, Perform at Solent! 27.01.2025 27:45
In this episode, Elisha sits down with her good friends Ella Towler and Ethan Skillman to discuss their training together with Elisha at Solent University as well as their upcoming show - Footloose. It's a chill and relaxed insight into performers in training - you won't want to miss it! Next week, Elisha will be joined by George for a duo discussing Sexual Betrayal, answering all your lov...
Episode 69 - Are YOU a PAWN in the Industry Game? 19.01.2025 23:37
In this episode, Elisha unpicks manipulation, and the feeling of a being a cog in the performing arts industry and the feeling of being put in a box. She talks through how we can overcome these feelings, as well as feel empowered to only accept work which aligns with our values and goals, whilst not missing out on career progression and development. She also takes your questions, so keep sending t...
Episode 68 - My Surgery Journey 11.01.2025 23:10
In this episode, Elisha documents her recent Laparoscopic surgery, endo removal and marina coil fitted surgery as well as the process, diagnosis, outcome as well as aftercare. She gives a step by step account as well as sharing her thoughts on the process, getting vulnerable and honest with listeners.
Episode 67 - Acting, Improvisation and Your Questions 17.12.2024 27:51
In this episode, Elisha sits down with editor George to discuss their experiences of acting, improvisation and performance as well as how they met. They also touch on your questions.
Episode 66 - Disabilities in Performing Arts - My Experience and My Advice 04.11.2024 25:05
In this episode, Elisha unpicks the rarely talked about but critically important topic of disabilities in the industry, how they are represented, how they are accommodated for, talking about her experiences as well as giving her advice to listeners, sending in their troubles with recognised and accommodated. Don't forget to send us your questions, experiences and follow our socials to never miss a...
Episode 65 - Interview w/ Calvin Glen - My Work For Mental Health in Performing Arts 26.10.2024 26:30
In this first episode of our performing arts takeover - Elisha sits down with musician and performer Calvin Glen to discuss his work with Dorset Mind, as well as his views on issues in performing arts today, talking about the audition process and men's mental health. They discuss his musical influences as well as his background and training. Don't forget to send us your questions, experiences and...
Episode 64 - Interview w/ Raffaella Covino - My Career In Performing, Mental Health Advocacy and the Journey to Applause for Thought 21.09.2024 45:29
In this episode, Elisha sits down with esteemed performer, mental health advocate and founder of Applause For Thought, Raffaella Covino. They talk about Raff’s work as a dance captain and swing in the performing arts industry, including in shows such as In The Heights, Rent and Hairspray. They talk about her break and year out from the industry in 2018, and how that ultimately that led her to foun...
Episode 63 - Two Year Anniversary ft. Your Questions 14.09.2024 23:49
Host Elisha and Editor George sit down in this episode to unpick the past two years of the Beauty in Being Real, talking about highlights, future plans including the upcoming dance and performing arts takeover chapter coming in late October. They also take questions from you lovely lot, so continue sending them in!, we love reading them and sometimes you may even make it into the episode. This Epi...
Episode 62 - BLINDSIDED: FWB, SITUATIONSHIPS and THREESOMES 09.09.2024 22:36
Content Warning - Adult Themes Elisha takes 3 listener questions this episode, combined with her experiences of being blindsided in the past, to discuss the art of being pushed aside, setting boundaries and being comfortable in friends with benefits and situation-style relationships. She talks about her experiences, as well as those of friends and gives advice to our listeners, so thanks for sendi...
Episode 61 - Trends, Tips, Aesthetics and Looks 31.08.2024 39:44
In this episode, Elisha sits down with editor George, to discuss the latest fashion trends, as well as their outfit recommendations and basics for everyone’s wardrobe. They also look at aesthetics and the notion that look can be divorced from lifestyle, especially when the lifestyle can be unhealthy. Elisha also takes questions from Deliliah and Deborah on outfit inspo, so thanks for DM’ing in! Co...
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