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In this special second episode of Pushy Pushy,  (Be sure to listen to Part 1!) hosted by Mark and Nia Jermin from Mark Jermin & Mark Jermin Management, the spotlight is on powerhouse talent agents Michelle, Tanya, and Star from Daisy & Dukes agency. This conversation is full of heart, hustle, and hard truths about the acting industry.

Together, the fierce 5 on the pod, dive into the organic evolution of Daisy & Dukes—from their roots representing child actors to now managing a thriving roster of adult talent across TV, film, theatre, and commercials. With years of experience under their belts, Michelle and her team share how this natural progression came about and what it takes to adapt to the fast-changing demands of the acting world, from scouting and developing talent to the audition grind and how they help actors of all ages navigate self-tapes, rejections, recalls, and the rollercoaster of casting.

The episode then discusses Clients coming and going and the emotional reality of representation: the team open up about the pain of clients leaving—how it stings, why it happens, and how they keep moving forward with new discovering new clients and building that agent-client relationship, building trust, managing expectations, and staying authentic in an often ruthless industry.

With the warm, witty hosting of Mark and Nia, and the honest, heartfelt perspective from the Daisy & Dukes trio, this episode is essential listening for actors, agents, and anyone navigating the world of talent representation. It’s raw, real, and full of practical wisdom—with plenty of laughs along the way, this is one Pushy Pushy you won’t want to miss!

Pushy Pushy is created and hosted by Mark Jermin and Nia Jermin.

You’re invited behind the scenes for a weekly gossip directly from a UK in house talent agency and Acting training centre that represents and trains a selection of Actors within the entertainment industry with our industry themed podcast - Pushy Pushy!

Have you heard of Pushy Mums, Pushy Dads? Pushy Agents? Pushy Drama Teachers? Coaches, directors, members of production?… Well we have got it all here you to listen to each week on this Pushy Pushy pod!

Hosted by a dynamic duo with a wealth of experience within the entertainment industry is leading talent agent Mark Jermin and sister and business partner Nia Jermin who co-ordinates the classes and training side of the companies: Mark Jermin Management and The Mark Jermin School.

Whether you're a pushy parent, a driven actor or are just fascinated by show business, you'll get the real deal on how agents discover and manage clients, hilarious audition stories, tips to make it in the industry, the best classes and much more.

With a collective 60 years of experience within the Industry between them, , Mark Nia and their regular guest give you unprecedented access to the ups and downs of managing actors (of all ages) and building careers. Learn how the pros help talent transition from...

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In this action-packed 2 parter.... Pushy Pushy hosts Mark and Nia  roll out the metaphorical red carpet for Michelle Kirby, the powerhouse behind the fabulous fashion,  entertainment and talent brand Daisy and Dukes – and she’s not alone! Michelle brings her two right-hand women, Star and Tanya, for a behind-the-scenes tell-all that’s equal parts sass, hustle, and hilarious honesty about running the incredibly successful Daisy and Dukes agency.

From setting up the agency,  from the the hub of multiple West End Stage Doors to building her female-led empire, Michelle, Tanya and Star don't hold back and open up in this honest and refreshingly authentic interview. 

If you've ever wondered what it takes to build a brilliant agency, ensure a fantastic reputation and continue to nurture parents and talent with clear and respectful communication... Michelle bares all in this episode. 

Tune in and get pushy with Mark, Nia, Michelle, Star, and Tanya – it’s one unforgettable 2 parter - and don't miss next week's sequel!

🎧 Listen now to Episodes 13 and 14 on your favorite podcast app!

Pushy Pushy is created and hosted by Mark Jermin and Nia Jermin.

You’re invited behind the scenes for a weekly gossip directly from a UK in house talent agency and Acting training centre that represents and trains a selection of Actors within the entertainment industry with our industry themed podcast - Pushy Pushy!

Have you heard of Pushy Mums, Pushy Dads? Pushy Agents? Pushy Drama Teachers? Coaches, directors, members of production?… Well we have got it all here you to listen to each week on this Pushy Pushy pod!

Hosted by a dynamic duo with a wealth of experience within the entertainment industry is leading talent agent Mark Jermin and sister and business partner Nia Jermin who co-ordinates the classes and training side of the companies: Mark Jermin Management and The Mark Jermin School.

Whether you're a pushy parent, a driven actor or are just fascinated by show business, you'll get the real deal on how agents discover and manage clients, hilarious audition stories, tips to make it in the industry, the best classes and much more.

With a collective 60 years of experience within the Industry between them, , Mark Nia and their regular guest give you unprecedented access to the ups and downs of managing actors (of all ages) and building careers. Learn how the pros help talent transition from...

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Dive into our latest episode where Mark and Nia Jermin who run Mark Jermin and Mark Jermin Management pull back the curtain on the behind‑the‑scenes world of young talent! This week, we tackle some burning Questions from listeners who have asked how we can help them!

Mark and Nia bring their experience as top-tier talent agents and acting coaches to this lighthearted yet empowering conversation. Expect insider knowledge, relatable stories about the business, and a fresh perspective on how being “pushy” isn’t just okay—it’s sometimes essential!

Packed with the signature Pushy Pushy mix of humor, honesty, and practical tips, Episode 12 offers both aspiring actors and parents the perfect blend of entertainment and real-world advice. Whether you're navigating auditions, wanting to change agents, wanting to save money on classes or managing support from the sidelines, this episode gives you the tools—and the confidence—to (in the words of Mark( "run your own race" 

Don’t miss it! Subscribe to Pushy Pushy now and take your next step with confidence and ASK US ANYTHING - feel free to drop us a mention, a question to [email protected] 

Pushy Pushy is created and hosted by Mark Jermin and Nia Jermin.

You’re invited behind the scenes for a weekly gossip directly from a UK in house talent agency and Acting training centre that represents and trains a selection of Actors within the entertainment industry with our industry themed podcast - Pushy Pushy!

Have you heard of Pushy Mums, Pushy Dads? Pushy Agents? Pushy Drama Teachers? Coaches, directors, members of production?… Well we have got it all here you to listen to each week on this Pushy Pushy pod!

Hosted by a dynamic duo with a wealth of experience within the entertainment industry is leading talent agent Mark Jermin and sister and business partner Nia Jermin who co-ordinates the classes and training side of the companies: Mark Jermin Management and The Mark Jermin School.

Whether you're a pushy parent, a driven actor or are just fascinated by show business, you'll get the real deal on how agents discover and manage clients, hilarious audition stories, tips to make it in the industry, the best classes and much more.

With a collective 60 years of experience within the Industry between them, , Mark Nia and their regular guest give you unprecedented access to the ups and downs of managing actors (of all ages) and building careers. Learn how the pros help talent transition from...

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PART 2 of our Pushy Pushy chat with CBBC Star DANI HARMER and her real life Mum and “Mumager” JILL HARMER is here!

Listen for lots of brilliant tales about life on one of CBBC’s most iconic shows TRACEY BEAKER, TRACY BEAKER RETURNS,  THE DUMPING GROUND, DANI’S HOUSE, DANI’S CASTLE and MY MUM TRACY BEAKER.

Listen to Dani and Jill as they reshare tales of growing up on set, the difficulties of managing school and filming and their most famous celebrity encounters (Hello Pierce Brosnan)

We are ecstatic to return with PART 2 of this four hander with mother and daughter duo Jill and Dani Harmer…  Dani then chats about Strictly and what opportunities that prime time show offered her, as well as her current role as a Director of The Dumping Ground and what she looks for when casting and working with young talent on set … and its good news for all parents self taping at home!

If you have a question OR comment for the Pushy Pushy Podcast, please send to [email protected] and we hope you enjoy this ep!

Pushy Pushy is created and hosted by Mark Jermin and Nia Jermin.

You’re invited behind the scenes for a weekly gossip directly from a UK in house talent agency and Acting training centre that represents and trains a selection of Actors within the entertainment industry with our industry themed podcast - Pushy Pushy!

Have you heard of Pushy Mums, Pushy Dads? Pushy Agents? Pushy Drama Teachers? Coaches, directors, members of production?… Well we have got it all here you to listen to each week on this Pushy Pushy pod!

Hosted by a dynamic duo with a wealth of experience within the entertainment industry is leading talent agent Mark Jermin and sister and business partner Nia Jermin who co-ordinates the classes and training side of the companies: Mark Jermin Management and The Mark Jermin School.

Whether you're a pushy parent, a driven actor or are just fascinated by show business, you'll get the real deal on how agents discover and manage clients, hilarious audition stories, tips to make it in the industry, the best classes and much more.

With a collective 60 years of experience within the Industry between them, , Mark Nia and their regular guest give you unprecedented access to the ups and downs of managing actors (of all ages) and building careers. Learn how the pros help talent transition from...

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"Double Double…let's burst a BEAKER  bubble… " with TRACY BEAKER and her real life mum! Yes!! We are thrilled to reveal that joining the Pushy Pushy podcast for 2 parts / 2 episodes is none other than CBBC Star DANI HARMER and her real life Mum and “Mumager” JILL HARMER!! 

The Pushy Pushy podcast are ecstatic to present this four hander with mother and daughter duo Jill and Dani Harmer chatting to hosts Mark and Nia Jermin. The 4 creatives share collective stories about how much the Industry of Acting as child actor professionally and Mark and Nia learn more about Dani's process and journey through her performing and acting career of almost 30 years… and Dani is only 36!!  It is amazing to hear the experiences of Jill and Dani and how Dani’s career progressed through her childhood. 

Listen for utterly brilliantly stories as the pair recollect how Dani got into acting and performing to making her West End debut at the age of 6 to gaining her first credit at 8 years old before landing the iconic role of Tracy Beaker in 2002. Find out how Dani (and Jill!) kept Dani grounded despite being a household name, a national treasure and the show Tracy Beaker blowing up all over the UK and Europe.

It is joyous to hear Dani still having so much love  for the amazing character role she has portrayed since she was 11 years old and how she now she keeps her hand into performing and acting by running her own Drama and Performing Arts School www.daniharmeracademy.com and by stepping behind the camera to direct episodes of The Dumping Ground.

If you have a question OR comment for the Pushy Pushy Podcast, please send to [email protected]

Pushy Pushy is created and hosted by Mark Jermin and Nia Jermin.

You’re invited behind the scenes for a weekly gossip directly from a UK in house talent agency and Acting training centre that represents and trains a selection of Actors within the entertainment industry with our industry themed podcast - Pushy Pushy!

Have you heard of Pushy Mums, Pushy Dads? Pushy Agents? Pushy Drama Teachers? Coaches, directors, members of production?… Well we have got it all here you to listen to each week on this Pushy Pushy pod!

Hosted by a dynamic duo with a wealth of experience within the entertainment industry is leading talent agent Mark Jermin and sister and business partner Nia Jermin who co-ordinates the classes and training side of the companies: Mark Jermin Management and The Mark Jermin School.

Whether you're a pushy parent, a driven actor or are just fascinated by show business, you'll get the real deal on how agents discover and manage clients, hilarious audition stories, tips to make it in the industry, the best classes and much more.

With a collective 60 years of experience within the Industry between them, , Mark Nia and their regular guest give you unprecedented access to the ups and downs of managing actors (of all ages) and building careers. Learn how the pros help talent transition from...

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Those Jerms get everywhere…!!  Fresh from trips to NYC and Edinburgh, UK based Hosts Mark and Nia Jermin  from talent  Agency  Mark Jermin Management and Acting and Performing Arts School Mark Jermin chat about the goings on of their latest Industry experiences whilst recently travelling. 

And  whilst the industry heats up for many Actors over the Summer, with new projects still being cast right now, just like a British Summer, the Pushy Pushy podcast downpours the latest Industry stories and experiences in its refreshingly honesty style! 

Ahead of their Summer courses at Mark Jermin, Mark and Nia are eagerly planning and prepping their term whilst still producing highly anticipated training  that helps and inspires for each Self Tape request? 

If you have a question OR comment for the Pushy Pushy Podcast, please send to [email protected]

Pushy Pushy is created and hosted by Mark Jermin and Nia Jermin.

You’re invited behind the scenes for a weekly gossip directly from a UK in house talent agency and Acting training centre that represents and trains a selection of Actors within the entertainment industry with our industry themed podcast - Pushy Pushy!

Have you heard of Pushy Mums, Pushy Dads? Pushy Agents? Pushy Drama Teachers? Coaches, directors, members of production?… Well we have got it all here you to listen to each week on this Pushy Pushy pod!

Hosted by a dynamic duo with a wealth of experience within the entertainment industry is leading talent agent Mark Jermin and sister and business partner Nia Jermin who co-ordinates the classes and training side of the companies: Mark Jermin Management and The Mark Jermin School.

Whether you're a pushy parent, a driven actor or are just fascinated by show business, you'll get the real deal on how agents discover and manage clients, hilarious audition stories, tips to make it in the industry, the best classes and much more.

With a collective 60 years of experience within the Industry between them, , Mark Nia and their regular guest give you unprecedented access to the ups and downs of managing actors (of all ages) and building careers. Learn how the pros help talent transition from...

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Its time to take a trip all around the world for this episode of Pushy Pushy! Hosts Mark and Nia Jermin ( from  Agency  Mark Jermin Management and Acting and Performing Arts School Mark Jermin are thrilled to catch up with Voice and Dialect Acting coach Sarah English, who has founded her own company Magpie Voice. 

Sarah shares incredible knowledge of her “Process and Production” technique in approaching accent and dialect work and she applauds child actors for their fearless approach to giving sounds and accents a go without doubt, the fun and willingness to get it wrong helps  actors progress quickly with the main “work” on learning a new dialect of accent being the Listening. 

 Sarah then chats about all the various accents she has worked on as Mark and Nia get tips and hints in perfecting their American, Scottish and even native Welsh Accents. Sarah’s energy and passion is evident which demonstrates why she is in demand to coach so  many Actors, for more info please visit Magpie Voice on social media. 

If you have a question OR comment for the Pushy Pushy Podcast, please send to [email protected]

Pushy Pushy is created and hosted by Mark Jermin and Nia Jermin.

You’re invited behind the scenes for a weekly gossip directly from a UK in house talent agency and Acting training centre that represents and trains a selection of Actors within the entertainment industry with our industry themed podcast - Pushy Pushy!

Have you heard of Pushy Mums, Pushy Dads? Pushy Agents? Pushy Drama Teachers? Coaches, directors, members of production?… Well we have got it all here you to listen to each week on this Pushy Pushy pod!

Hosted by a dynamic duo with a wealth of experience within the entertainment industry is leading talent agent Mark Jermin and sister and business partner Nia Jermin who co-ordinates the classes and training side of the companies: Mark Jermin Management and The Mark Jermin School.

Whether you're a pushy parent, a driven actor or are just fascinated by show business, you'll get the real deal on how agents discover and manage clients, hilarious audition stories, tips to make it in the industry, the best classes and much more.

With a collective 60 years of experience within the Industry between them, , Mark Nia and their regular guest give you unprecedented access to the ups and downs of managing actors (of all ages) and building careers. Learn how the pros help talent transition from...

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It's a triple bill kind of episode at Pushy Pushy! 

Hosts Mark and Nia Jermin ( from  Agency  Mark Jermin Management and Acting and Performing Arts School Mark Jermin caught up with a collection of fantastic guests at this year’s Actors Expo in London 2025.

Mark and Nia first up, serve an international starter with Chip (and the lovely Claudia!)  from International Native Casting. IN Casting is a talent and casting agency based in Amsterdam. Chip chats about his company and offers some handy advice about buyouts.. kerching! 

For our main course, we have UK Actor, Writer, and successful social media content creator Jonny Weldon! Jonny who has recently joined the Teaching Team at Mark Jermin chats about his career and how his brilliant sketches came to life during lockdown!!

Then to sweeten the deal, we have a visit from the remarkably hard working duo Sasha La Toyah and Charlie Macgechan, who wear all sorts of roles in the business and whom lead the fantastic Actors company made by Actors for Actors: Run At It Shouting. 

If you have a question OR comment for the Pushy Pushy Podcast, please send to [email protected]

Pushy Pushy is created and hosted by Mark Jermin and Nia Jermin.

You’re invited behind the scenes for a weekly gossip directly from a UK in house talent agency and Acting training centre that represents and trains a selection of Actors within the entertainment industry with our industry themed podcast - Pushy Pushy!

Have you heard of Pushy Mums, Pushy Dads? Pushy Agents? Pushy Drama Teachers? Coaches, directors, members of production?… Well we have got it all here you to listen to each week on this Pushy Pushy pod!

Hosted by a dynamic duo with a wealth of experience within the entertainment industry is leading talent agent Mark Jermin and sister and business partner Nia Jermin who co-ordinates the classes and training side of the companies: Mark Jermin Management and The Mark Jermin School.

Whether you're a pushy parent, a driven actor or are just fascinated by show business, you'll get the real deal on how agents discover and manage clients, hilarious audition stories, tips to make it in the industry, the best classes and much more.

With a collective 60 years of experience within the Industry between them, , Mark Nia and their regular guest give you unprecedented access to the ups and downs of managing actors (of all ages) and building careers. Learn how the pros help talent transition from...

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The Scots and Welsh are out in force in this episode in entrepreneurial central! The infectiously energetic and inspirational Reece Donnelly known for his appearance on BBC's The Apprentice joins Pushy Pushy hosts Mark and Nia for a catch up, alignment and good old gossip in this fun and entertaining episode! Reece who is founder of The Theatre School of Scotland, Theatre College of Scotland and the newly launched Theatre School of England, Reece shares his incredible outlook and advice on this wonderful business we call show-business and offers tips and advice from his direct experiences within the Industry. 

The passion and enthusiasm flows freely between this truly tenacious trio of Reece, Mark and Nia - we learn how Reece got into the Industry as an Actor first and foremost and how he developed and grew his business way way before entering Lord Sugar's boardroom. The common ground from collective businesses, shared students and frustrations with unprepared drama teachers makes for a fun upbeat listen! 

WARNING: There is some bleeped out (bad) language in this episode that comes from the passion of Reece Donnelly. We ask you be aware of this if listening with children and minors and no offence is intended. 

If you have a question OR comment for the Pushy Pushy Podcast, please send to [email protected]

Pushy Pushy is created and hosted by Mark Jermin and Nia Jermin.

You’re invited behind the scenes for a weekly gossip directly from a UK in house talent agency and Acting training centre that represents and trains a selection of Actors within the entertainment industry with our industry themed podcast - Pushy Pushy!

Have you heard of Pushy Mums, Pushy Dads? Pushy Agents? Pushy Drama Teachers? Coaches, directors, members of production?… Well we have got it all here you to listen to each week on this Pushy Pushy pod!

Hosted by a dynamic duo with a wealth of experience within the entertainment industry is leading talent agent Mark Jermin and sister and business partner Nia Jermin who co-ordinates the classes and training side of the companies: Mark Jermin Management and The Mark Jermin School.

Whether you're a pushy parent, a driven actor or are just fascinated by show business, you'll get the real deal on how agents discover and manage clients, hilarious audition stories, tips to make it in the industry, the best classes and much more.

With a collective 60 years of experience within the Industry between them, , Mark Nia and their regular guest give you unprecedented access to the ups and downs of managing actors (of all ages) and building careers. Learn how the pros help talent transition from...

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An exciting episode from our Pushy Pushy team as we bring the pushiest Actors podcast to a live audience at Actors Pro Expo 2025! Hosts Mark and Nia Jermin  (from Agency  Mark Jermin Management and Acting and Performing Arts School Mark Jermin) chat to Actors, to Agents about the ups and downs of an Actors and Agents life! Listen for tips on how you can take control of your career longevity and ensure that roles and opportunities keep coming towards you. We hear from a selection of Actors about their own doubts, and answer questions from the live audience. Listen now!!

Pushy Pushy is created and hosted by Mark Jermin and Nia Jermin.

You’re invited behind the scenes for a weekly gossip directly from a UK in house talent agency and Acting training centre that represents and trains a selection of Actors within the entertainment industry with our industry themed podcast - Pushy Pushy!

Have you heard of Pushy Mums, Pushy Dads? Pushy Agents? Pushy Drama Teachers? Coaches, directors, members of production?… Well we have got it all here you to listen to each week on this Pushy Pushy pod!

Hosted by a dynamic duo with a wealth of experience within the entertainment industry is leading talent agent Mark Jermin and sister and business partner Nia Jermin who co-ordinates the classes and training side of the companies: Mark Jermin Management and The Mark Jermin School.

Whether you're a pushy parent, a driven actor or are just fascinated by show business, you'll get the real deal on how agents discover and manage clients, hilarious audition stories, tips to make it in the industry, the best classes and much more.

With a collective 60 years of experience within the Industry between them, , Mark Nia and their regular guest give you unprecedented access to the ups and downs of managing actors (of all ages) and building careers. Learn how the pros help talent transition from...