Yellowbelly Presents

The boys discuss the best bits and their key takeaways from the Kelly Valentine Hendry pod! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly Valentine Hendry — the casting director behind Bridgerton, Broadchurch, and The Last Kingdom — joins Yellowbelly Presents for a candid conversation about representation, resilience, and what it really takes to get cast. From fighting for recognition in a male-dominated industry to shaping the faces that define modern television, Kelly shares powerful insights into how casting decisions chang...

From Chicago to Les Misérables to life as a single mother, Ruthie Henshall has lived every facet of the performer’s journey. In this deeply honest conversation, she opens up about resilience, sacrifice, and what it really means to lead — on stage and off. Ruthie shares how she fought for her family, found strength through struggle, and why the theatre industry still has so much to learn about supp...

The boys discuss the best bits and their key takeaways from the Ruthie Henshall pod! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What does it really take to build the worlds behind some of the most iconic films of our time? In this episode of Yellowbelly Presents, we’re joined by Oscar-nominated production designers Sarah Greenwood and Katie Spencer — two of the most celebrated visual storytellers working in cinema today. From the hyper-stylised fantasy of Barbie to the haunting realism of Atonement and the historical preci...

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Olivier Award–winning choreographer Stephen Mear shares his journey from a small-town dancer to one of the most respected creatives in British theatre. He talks discipline, integrity, and what he looks for in the rehearsal room — plus the lessons he’s learned from working with legends like Julia McKenzie and Matthew Bourne. It’s an inspiring masterclass in how kindness and consistency outlast ever...

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This week on YellowBelly Presents we are joined by Carrie Hope Fletcher and Joel Montague for an episode that is pure joy from start to finish. We talk favourite musicals, the reality of being a parent in the industry, and settle the very serious question of who loves Disney more. There is plenty of fun, lots of charisma from both of them, and a handful of games that bring out their competitive si...

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The boys discuss the best bits and their key takeaways from the Hannah Lowther pod! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Actor, content creator, and West End star Hannah Lowther shares how she built a career that blends theatre and digital creativity. She opens up about going viral, finding her voice online, and why performers need to think like entrepreneurs — without losing their passion. From brand deals to Broadway dreams, Hannah is proof that the next generation of performers are rewriting the rules. Learn more...

Known for nearly two decades as Whitney Dean on EastEnders, Shona McGarty sits down with Joe to talk anxiety, authenticity, and starting over. She opens up about her battles with self-doubt, the importance of honesty on screen, and why she’s learning to separate Shona from Whitney. Raw, real, and full of laughter — this is Shona like you’ve never seen her before. Learn more about your ad choices....

The boys discuss the best bits and their key takeaways from the Shona McGarty pod! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Artistic Director and visionary director, Tim Sheader has transformed some of theatre’s most iconic works — from Into the Woods to Jesus Christ Superstar. In this witty and candid episode, Tim talks about creative risk, collaboration, and the fine balance between tradition and innovation. He and Joe dive into what makes a bold idea work, how to lead with curiosity, and why the best directors ar...

The boys discuss the best bits and their key takeaways from the Tim Sheader pod! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The boys discuss the best bits and their key takeaways from the Ryan Sampson pod! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Actor, writer, and creative powerhouse Ryan Sampson (Brassic, Plebs) joins Joen to talk about kindness, craft, and the chaos of the industry. In one of our most candid chats yet, Ryan reflects on what acting has taught him about empathy, how to stay grounded when success comes calling, and why the best advice he can give is simple: don’t be a di*khead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...

From Broadway to the West End, Marisha Wallace has redefined what it means to be a leading lady. In this powerful and emotional conversation, she opens up about breaking barriers, representation, and how art itself becomes a form of protest. Marisha shares her journey from the American South to global stardom, the courage it takes to love what you do before you’re paid for it, and why every perfor...

The boys discuss the best bits and their key takeaways from the Marisha Wallace pod! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on YellowBelly Presents, we’re joined by the brilliant minds behind one of the UK’s boldest indie brands — AKT London. Founded by West End performers Andy Coxon and Ed Currie, AKT was born backstage — developed during sweaty show runs and long rehearsal days — and has since grown into a cult-favourite, award-winning deodorant brand. In this episode, Andy and Ed talk us through their jour...

This week on Yellowbelly Presents, we sit down with renowned composer and sonic storyteller Isobel Waller-Bridge. From scoring acclaimed dramas like Fleabag and Emma. to reshaping the landscape of modern classical and electronic music, Isobel shares the captivating story of her journey to becoming one of the UK’s most distinctive musical voices. She and Joe dive into how she crafts emotion through...

This week on Yellowbelly Presents, we sit down with acclaimed actor, writer, and Mischief Theatre co-founder Henry Lewis. From co-creating global comedy hits like The Play That Goes Wrong to redefining modern farce on stage and screen, Henry shares the hilarious and heartfelt story behind his journey in theatre and entertainment. He and Joe dive into how Mischief became a worldwide phenomenon, the...

This week on Yellowbelly Presents, we sit down with legendary choreographer, director, and theatre icon Dame Arlene Phillips DBE.From choreographing West End classics and Iconic music videos to reshaping dance on television with Strictly Come Dancing — Arlene shares the remarkable story of her life in movement and creativity. She and Joe explore how she built a groundbreaking career against the od...

In this episode, we sit down with BAFTA Breakthrough Brit Aysha Kala. From her early days training at the Royal Welsh to powerful performances in shows like Virdee, Indian summers, and Shameless, Aysha shares her journey of carving out a space in the industry — with honesty, resilience, and undeniable talent. We talk about navigating representation, working with greats, and the importance of stayi...