Career Advice Podcasts

How Very Hannah

Bear Lane Productions

Welcome to How Very Hannah, the ultimate destination for theatre lovers, aspiring performers, and anyone who has ever dreamed of the bright lights of the West End. Hosted by Hannah Lowther, a performer who has navigated everything from viral social media fame and high-street retail shifts to the professional stage, this podcast pulls back the velvet curtain to reveal what life in the performing arts is truly like. Each episode is a deep dive into the joy, chaos, and resilience required to sustain a career in entertainment. Whether Hannah is sitting down for intimate, candid interviews with industry icons like Marisha Wallace and Dani Harmer or sharing her own hard-won wisdom, the conversation always centers on the reality of the craft. You will hear honest discussions about the physical and mental demands of touring, the unique pressures of covering roles, and the invaluable camaraderie that forms between castmates backstage. Beyond the industry insights, the show is packed with practical advice for those carving their own paths. From navigating drama school auditions to managing the freelance hustle, Hannah and her guests offer grounded perspectives on staying sane in a competitive world. With a mix of solo episodes filled with listener questions and lively, spontaneous guest chats, How Very Hannah feels like an open invitation to join a community of people who are as obsessed with the magic of the stage as you are. Pull up a chair and join the conversation.

What It's Like To Be... with Dan Heath

Dan Heath

Ever wonder what it is actually like to be the person responsible for the invisible systems that keep our world running? In What It's Like To Be, bestselling author Dan Heath invites you to step inside the daily lives of professionals whose roles are often overlooked, misunderstood, or hidden in plain sight. From the high-stakes coordination of air traffic controllers and the technical precision of aviation engineers to the profound, quiet gravity of a clinical ethicist, this show pulls back the curtain on what it takes to do a job when the pressure is on and the stakes are real. This isn't a show about celebrity careers or corporate ladders. Instead, it is a deep dive into the human side of labor. Dan Heath excels at finding the rhythm of a profession, uncovering the psychological demands, the checklists, and the personal values that drive people to love what they do. Whether he is interviewing a commercial pilot navigating an engine failure or celebrating the essential sideline workers who make professional sports possible, the episodes reveal the grit and dedication required behind the scenes. Each conversation serves as a bridge between your own experience and a stranger’s reality, turning complex technical or emotional work into compelling, human stories. If you have ever been curious about the inner workings of a career you didn't even know existed, this podcast offers a front-row seat to the people who build, maintain, and navigate the world around us.