Joel and Nadeem discuss the importance of taking holiday and the challenges that arise when scheduling holiday in a busy West End show or tour. 

Nadeem and Joel chat about Equity, the actors union. What it does well and what could do with some improvement!

In the first episode of seasons 2. Nadeem talks to Joel about how his career might change now he is married and has a child on the way. 

Joel and Nadeem discuss some of the shows that have inspired them and others that left them wanting more. 

Nadeem and Joel discuss how well on stage intimacy is managed. Is consent still an issue and what has the industry done to bring more focus to those blurred lines?

Joel and Nadeem discuss the world of the agent-client relationship. What makes or breaks it and is self representation a more viable option in 2023?

Joel and Nadeem take a break from the more stressful side of the business and discuss what keeps them coming back for more despite the trials and tribulations. From the magic of getting your first job West End job to the buzz of bringing a script to life. 

Nadeem and Joel discuss their time at drama school. Do you need to train? Does training guarantee you a job? Nadeem recounts the day his acting teacher told him he couldn't be an actor and a doctor. 

Joel and Nadeem talk auditions. What is it like to audition? How long does the process take and what makes a positive audition experience?

Nadeem and Joel talk everything money in theatre. We talk West End pay and Joel tells us how he would structure the West End pay-scale. Also, can stunt-casting save a show?